JP2015229024A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine which can enhance interest in a game.SOLUTION: When a first BB single winning combination is won and a normal first BB game state sets in, a 14-token combination can be won by a 1/2 probability and 64 games can be played. On the other hand when a second BB single winning combination is won and a normal second BB game state sets in, a 7-token combination can be won by a 1/1 probability, and 64 games can be played. Thus, whether in normal first BB game state or a normal second BB game state, an expectation value of token acquisition is 448, but as game contents differ, it is possible to enhance interest in a game even during a bonus game state.

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  Conventionally, a plurality of reels having a plurality of symbols drawn on the peripheral surface, and a display window for displaying a part of the symbols drawn on the peripheral surfaces of the plurality of reels, the game value such as a medal by the player A gaming machine (a so-called “pachi-slot”) in which symbols are stopped and displayed on the display window by rotating all reels based on the loading operation and starting operation on the start lever, and stopping each reel based on the stop button operation by the player. )It has been known. Such a gaming machine is a player when a predetermined combination of symbols is stopped and displayed on a predetermined line (hereinafter referred to as “effective line”) among symbols displayed on the display window. A privilege (for example, a medal) is given to.

  Further, such a gaming machine detects the operation of the start lever by the player, extracts a predetermined random number value based on the detection of the operation of the start lever, and draws the extracted random number value for each role. Based on the internal lottery table in which the values are specified, it is determined whether or not it is allowed to have a combination of symbols corresponding to the combination (hereinafter referred to as “internal lottery”), and the combination of symbols corresponding to the combination is determined. The reels are controlled to stop based on the combination that is allowed to be aligned on the active line (hereinafter referred to as “internal winning combination”) and the player's stop button operation, and the combination of symbols related to the internal winning combination is effective. Stop display on the line.

  At this time, if no winning combination is won in the internal lottery (that is, “losing”), the combination of symbols related to the winning combination is displayed no matter what timing the stop button is operated. Not. In addition, depending on the combination determined as an internal winning combination, if the stop button is not operated at an appropriate timing, the combination of symbols related to the combination will not be stopped and displayed on the active line, or at any timing the stop button Even if the operation is performed, there is a combination in which the combination of symbols related to the combination is displayed on the active line in a stopped manner. Further, depending on the combination determined as the internal winning combination, there is a combination in which a combination of symbols related to the combination is not displayed unless the operation sequence of the plurality of stop buttons is an appropriate operation sequence.

  In other words, if it is determined that a combination that does not stop and display a combination of symbols related to a combination on the active line unless the stop button is operated at an appropriate timing or in an appropriate operation sequence is determined as an internal winning combination. Since a stop operation in timing and an appropriate operation sequence is required, the player is required to have a certain skill related to the operation of the stop button, a so-called skill, such as a so-called pushing.

Further, some conventional gaming machines are provided with a bonus game state in which a player can easily acquire a game value such as a medal. In such a conventional gaming machine, when a specific winning combination is won in the general gaming state and the combination of symbols related to the winning combination can be stopped and displayed, the game is shifted to the bonus gaming state. .
Further, such a bonus game state is ended when a predetermined end condition is satisfied. For example, in the conventional gaming machine, when the number of medals paid out reaches “464” during the bonus game state, the game is terminated (see Patent Document 1).

JP 2006-271529 A

  However, in such a conventional gaming machine, when the bonus game state is entered, the game is only played until a predetermined number of medals are obtained, the game becomes monotonous, and the game is in an interesting state in the bonus game state. Was lacking to improve. Further, in conventional gaming machines, particularly pachislot machines, there is a possibility that the winning probability for determining the winning combination is poorly changed and the interest in the game is reduced.

  The present invention has been made to solve such a conventional problem, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of the game.

In order to solve such a problem, a gaming machine according to the present invention includes a plurality of reels each having a plurality of symbols arranged on each peripheral surface, and a plurality of symbols arranged on the peripheral surfaces of the plurality of reels. Among them, the symbol display means for displaying a part of the symbols, the game state setting means for setting the gaming state, the start operation detecting means for detecting the start operation, and the start operation detecting means detecting the start operation. And a winning combination determination means for determining a winning combination based on lottery information corresponding to the gaming state set in the gaming state setting means, and the start operation is detected by the start operation detecting means. The symbol changing means for variably displaying the symbols by rotating the plurality of reels, and the stop operation detecting means provided corresponding to each of the plurality of reels and detecting a stop operation Stop control means for performing stop control of the symbol variably displayed by the symbol changing means based on the winning combination determined by the winning combination determining means and the stop operation detected by the stop operation detecting means; Determining means for determining whether or not a predetermined combination of symbols is displayed based on the fact that the variable display of the plurality of symbols is all stopped by the stop control means; and a predetermined symbol by the determining means A privilege granting means for giving a predetermined privilege when it is determined that the combination is displayed,
The gaming state setting means has a first special gaming state that is different from the first special gaming state and a first special gaming state in which a player can expect to acquire a predetermined special privilege as a settable gaming state. A second special gaming state that can be expected to acquire the special privilege that is substantially the same as the state, and the first special gaming state is set when the first condition is satisfied, and the second condition is satisfied To set the second special gaming state.

  In the gaming machine according to the present invention, the gaming state setting means sets a gaming state in which a first special game is performed in a first special gaming period as the first special gaming state, and the second special gaming state. A game state in which a second special game is performed in a second special game period, and an expected value of payout of game value when the first special game is performed in the first special game period, and The expected value for paying out the game value when the second special game is played in the second special game period is set to be approximately equal.

Furthermore, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, the gaming state setting means sets the same number of unit games in the first special game period and the second special game period, and the first special game period Different special games are set for the game and the second special game.
Furthermore, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, the gaming state setting means sets different unit game numbers for the first special game period and the second special game period, and the single first game The expected value for paying out the game value in the special game state and the expected value for paying out the game value in the single second special game state are set to be substantially equal.

  ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to this invention, the game machine which can improve the interest with respect to a game can be provided.

It is a figure which shows an example of the front view of a gaming machine. It is a figure which shows an example of the internal structure of a cabinet. It is a figure which shows an example of the back surface of a front door. It is a figure which shows an example of the block diagram of the whole gaming machine. It is a figure which shows an example of a symbol arrangement | positioning table. It is a figure which shows an example of a design code table. It is a figure which shows an example of a symbol combination table. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for general gaming states. It is a figure which shows an example of the 1st probability change game state winning area determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for 2nd probability change game states. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for 3rd probability change game states. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for an ultra-high probability game state. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for RB game states. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for 1st BB game states. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for 2nd BB game states. It is a figure which shows an example of a priority table. It is a figure which shows an example of a game state transfer determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of a game state transition diagram. It is a figure which shows the state management table managed by a sub control board. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect determination table. It is a figure which shows the program start process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the main loop process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the medal acceptance start process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the medal management process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the medal insertion check process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the storage medal insertion process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the internal lottery process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the winning area determination table setting process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the probability variation winning determination process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the symbol code setting process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the game number management process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the reel rotation start preparation process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the process during reel rotation in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the display determination process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the game state transfer process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the BB completion | finish process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the 1st probability change A process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the 1st probability change B process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the 2nd probability change process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the ultra high probability change process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the process in RB in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the RB start process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the 3rd probability change process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the bonus operation | movement check process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the process at the time of BB display in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the process at the time of RB display in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the interruption process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the main process in a sub control board. It is a figure which shows the main board | substrate communication process in a sub control board. It is a figure which shows the command analysis process in a sub control board. It is a figure which shows the process at the time of the reel rotation start reception command reception in a sub control board. It is a figure which shows the sub effect determination processing in a sub control board. It is a figure which shows the process at the time of the reel stop command reception in a sub control board. It is a figure which shows an example of the timing chart which shows the output of the signal of an external concentration terminal board. It is a figure which shows the effect image displayed on a liquid crystal display device. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for 3rd BB game states.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings.
In the present embodiment, the winning combination in which the same number of medals as the number of medals required for the game (one game) due to winning is paid out is referred to as “same number combination”. In addition, a state where the winning probability of this equal winning combination is won with a higher probability than the normal gaming state (a general gaming state described later) is referred to as “equal winning high probability state” or “TK”.

(Composition of gaming machine)
First, the configuration of the gaming machine 1 according to the present invention will be specifically described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an example of a front view of a gaming machine, and FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an example of an internal structure of a cabinet 2. Moreover, FIG. 3 is a figure which shows an example of the back surface of a front door.

(Game machine 1)
The gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment includes a cabinet 2 described later, a front door 3 and the like.

(Cabinet 2, hinge mechanism 2a, front door 3)
The cabinet 2 is a substantially rectangular box and has an opening on the front side. Moreover, the front door 3 is pivotally supported by the hinge mechanism 2a provided on the front left side of the cabinet 2 so that it can be opened and closed.

(Keyhole 4)
The keyhole 4 is provided at the center right side of the front door 3 and is provided for unlocking the front door 3 by a locking device (not shown). Here, when a store clerk or the like of a game store performs maintenance work, changes a set value, or the like, the locking device (not shown) provided on the front door 3 is unlocked. First, a special key (not shown) is inserted into the keyhole 4 of the front door 3 and is unlocked by rotating it by a predetermined angle in the clockwise direction. Next, the front door 3 is opened, and work such as maintenance work and setting value change is performed. When the maintenance work, the change of the set value, etc. are completed, the front door 3 is closed and locked.

(Side lamp 5)
The side lamps 5 are provided at the left and right ends of the front door 3 as viewed from the front, and incorporate high-intensity light emitting diodes. The side lamp 5 is designed and designed with shapes, colors, patterns, patterns, etc. appealing to the player's vision. Here, the side lamp 5 is controlled to be lit or blinked by an effect control board 410 described later via the effect control board 410 and the lamp control unit 430. The side lamp 5 has a side lamp 5 a on the left side of the front door 3 as viewed from the front, and a side lamp 5 b on the right side of the front door 3 as viewed from the front.

(Medal slot 6)
The medal slot 6 is provided on the right side of a cross key 19 to be described later and is provided for a player to insert a medal.

(1BET button 7)
The 1BET button 7 is provided below a start lamp 23 described later, and is provided to use “1” medals among the stored medals for the game.

(MAX-BET button 8)
The MAX-BET button 8 is provided on the right side of the 1BET button 7 in front view, and is provided to use the maximum number of medals that can be used in one game (one game) among the stored medals. It has been. Here, in the present embodiment, the maximum value of medals that can be used in one game is “3”.

(Checkout button 9)
The settlement button 9 is provided below the 1BET button 7 and is provided for settlement of stored medals among medals acquired by the player. In the present embodiment, the maximum number of medals that can be stored is “50”.

(Start lever 10)
The start lever 10 is provided on the right side of the settlement button 9 when viewed from the front. The start lever 10 is provided to detect a start operation that triggers the start of rotation of a left reel 17a, a middle reel 17b, and a right reel 17c, which will be described later. Here, based on the detection of the start operation by the player, the main control board 300 described later starts processing for obtaining a hard random number and rotation of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c described later. The processing to do is performed. Further, the grip ball portion of the start lever 10 is formed of a light-transmitting resin, and a start lever effect lamp 42 described later is built in the grip ball portion. Then, the after-mentioned effect control board 410 performs lighting / flashing control of the start lever effect lamp 42 on the basis that a predetermined condition is satisfied. Thereby, an effect appealing to the player's vision is performed.

(Left stop button 11)
The left stop button 11 is provided on the right side of the start lever 10 in front view. The left stop button 11 is provided to detect a stop operation that triggers the player to stop the rotation of the left reel 17a described later.

(Intermediate stop button 12)
The middle stop button 12 is provided on the right side of the left stop button 11 when viewed from the front. The middle stop button 12 is provided for detecting a stop operation that triggers the player to stop the rotation of the middle reel 17b described later.

(Right stop button 13)
The right stop button 13 is provided on the right side of the middle stop button 12 when viewed from the front. The right stop button 13 is provided to detect a stop operation that triggers the player to stop the rotation of the later-described right reel 17c.
The left stop button 11, middle stop button 12, and right stop button 13 are unitized by a stop button unit 14.

(Return button 15)
The return button 15 is provided on the right side of the stop button unit 14 when viewed from the front. The return button 15 is provided to return a jammed medal when a medal inserted into the medal slot 6 is jammed in a selector 16 described later.

(Selector 16)
The selector 16 is provided inside the medal insertion slot 6 and is provided for determining whether or not the material or shape of the medal inserted into the medal insertion slot 6 is appropriate. The selector 16 is provided with a medal sensor 16s for detecting the passage of an appropriate medal. When the medal sensor 16s determines that the medal inserted into the medal slot 6 is an appropriate medal, the appropriate medal is guided to the hopper 520 described later by the hopper guide member 522 described later. To do. On the other hand, when the medal sensor 16s determines that the medal inserted into the medal slot 6 is not an appropriate medal, the medal payout port 33, which will be described later, ejects the medal from the medal payout opening 33, which will be described later.

(Left reel 17a)
The left reel 17a is provided inside the cabinet 2 and has a cylindrical structure. Further, a translucent sheet is mounted on the peripheral surface of the cylindrical structure of the left reel 17a, and a plurality of types of symbols are drawn in a row on the sheet. The left reel 17a is rotationally driven by exciting a left stepping motor 101, which will be described later, and a plurality of types of symbols are displayed in a variable manner.

(Medium reel 17b)
The middle reel 17b is provided inside the cabinet 2, and has a cylindrical structure, like the left reel 17a. Further, a translucent sheet is mounted on the peripheral surface of the cylindrical structure of the middle reel 17b, and a plurality of types of symbols are drawn in a row on the sheet. The middle reel 17b is rotationally driven by exciting a later-described middle stepping motor 102, and a plurality of types of symbols are variably displayed.

(Right reel 17c)
The right reel 17c is provided inside the cabinet 2, and has a cylindrical structure like the left reel 17a and the middle reel 17b. In addition, a translucent sheet is mounted on the circumferential surface of the cylindrical structure of the right reel 17c, and a plurality of types of symbols are drawn in a row on the sheet. The right reel 17c is rotationally driven by exciting a right stepping motor 103, which will be described later, and a plurality of types of symbols are displayed in a variable manner.

  In the present embodiment, the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c are unitized by a reel unit 17d, and the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c are separated from the gaming machine 1. Easy to attach and detach. The left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c may be collectively referred to as “reel 17”.

(Direction button 18)
The effect button 18 is provided on the right side of the MAX-BET button 8 when viewed from the front, and is provided for the player to operate at a predetermined timing. The effect button 18 is connected to the effect button detection switch 18sw, and the sub-control board 400 described later provides an effect control board 410 described later when the effect button detection switch 18sw detects the operation of the effect button 18. Then, the liquid crystal display device 46 described later is controlled. The 1BET button 7 and the MAX-BET button 8 can be shared with the effect button 18 without providing the effect button 18. In this case, the main control board 300 to be described later (a) when the operation of the 1BET button 7 is detected by the 1BET switch 7sw, (b) the operation of the MAX-BET button 8 is detected by the MAX-BET switch 8sw. In this case, control is performed to transmit a predetermined command to a sub-control board 400 described later. The sub control board 400 described later performs control of the liquid crystal display device 46 described later based on the reception of the predetermined command. As a result, there is no need to provide a separate production button 18, and the number of parts can be reduced.

(Cross key 19)
The cross key 19 is provided on the right side of the effect button 18 when viewed from the front. The cross key 19 can be pressed in at least two directions (usually four directions), and is provided for the player to operate at a predetermined timing. The cross key 19 is connected to a cross key detection switch 19sw, and a sub-control board 400 described later provides an effect control board 410 described later when the cross key detection switch 19sw detects an operation of the cross key 19. Then, the liquid crystal display device 46 described later is controlled.

(Panel 20)
The panel 20 includes a display window 21, an effect lamp 22, a start lamp 23, a BET lamp 24, a stored number display unit 25, a game state display lamp 26, a payout number display unit 27, a throw-in display unit lamp 28, and an equality display. The lamp 29 and the stop operation order display lamp 30 are made up of a transmissive region that allows the light emission and the like to be visually recognized.

(Display window 21)
The display window 21 is provided in the center portion of the panel 20 so as to make the reel 17 visible. Specifically, the pattern drawn on the peripheral surface of the reel 17 is made visible by transmitting the area corresponding to the display window 21 in the panel 20.

  Here, in the present embodiment, among the three symbols of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c displayed on the display window 21, the symbol displayed on the middle stage of the left reel 17a and the middle reel 17b. A line connecting the symbols displayed in the middle row and the symbols displayed in the middle row of the right reel 17c with a straight line is referred to as “middle row” or “middle row”. Also, a line connecting the symbol displayed on the upper stage of the left reel 17a, the symbol displayed on the upper stage of the middle reel 17b, and the symbol displayed on the upper stage of the right reel 17c is a “upper line” or simply “ It is called “upper row”. In addition, a line connecting the symbol displayed at the lower stage of the left reel 17a, the symbol displayed at the lower stage of the middle reel 17b, and the symbol displayed at the lower stage of the right reel 17c is a “lower line” or “lower stage”. "

  In addition, a “right-down line” or “down-right” is a straight line connecting the symbol displayed on the upper stage of the left reel 17a, the symbol displayed on the middle stage of the middle reel 17b, and the symbol displayed on the lower stage of the right reel 17c. " In addition, a line connecting the symbol displayed at the lower stage of the left reel 17a, the symbol displayed at the middle stage of the middle reel 17b, and the symbol displayed at the upper stage of the right reel 17c with a straight line is a “right-up line” or “ "Up right".

(Direction lamp 22)
The effect lamp 22 is provided on the back side of the transmissive part at the left and right ends of the panel 20, and is provided to notify the current state (for example, a BB state described later) by emitting light under a predetermined condition. It has been. More specifically, the effect lamp 22 includes a first effect lamp 22a, a second effect lamp 22b, a third effect lamp 22c, a fourth effect lamp 22d, a fifth effect lamp 22e, and a sixth effect. Lamp 22f, seventh effect lamp 22g, eighth effect lamp 22h, ninth effect lamp 22i, and tenth effect lamp 22j. The first effect lamp 22 a to the fifth effect lamp 22 e are provided on the left side of the display window 21 in front view, and the sixth effect lamp 22 f to the tenth effect lamp 22 j are on the right side of the display window 21 in front view. Is provided.

(Start lamp 23)
The start lamp 23 is provided above the 1BET button 7 and is provided to notify whether or not the start operation of the start lever 10 can be accepted. Specifically, the main control board 300 to be described later is (b) reserved when (a) “3” medals are inserted into the medal insertion slot 6 if “3” BET games are being played. When the number of medals is “3” or more and the number of inserted coins is “3” due to the operation of the 1BET button 7 and the MAX-BET button 8, (c) When the combination of symbols is displayed on the active line, the start lamp 23 is turned on to perform control for notifying that the start operation by the start lever 10 can be accepted.

(BET lamp 24)
The BET lamp 24 is provided on the right side of the start lamp 23 when viewed from the front, and is provided to notify the number of inserted medals used in the game. Further, the BET lamp 24 includes a first BET lamp 24a, a second BET lamp 24b, and a third BET lamp 24c. The first BET lamp 24a, the second BET lamp 24b, A 3BET lamp 24c is provided.

  Specifically, (a) when “1” medals are inserted into the medal insertion slot 6, (b) in a state where “1” or more medals are stored (credited), the 1 BET button 7 is “ When operated 1 ”times, the first BET lamp 24a is turned on under the control of the main control board 300 described later.

  Further, (a) when “2” medals are inserted into the medal insertion slot 6, (b) 1 BET button 7 is “2” times in a state where “2” or more medals are stored (credited). When operated, (c) In a state where “1” or more medals are stored (credit), the 1BET button 7 is operated “1” times, and “1” medals are inserted into the medal slot 6. In this case, the second BET lamp 24b is turned on under the control of the main control board 300 described later.

  Further, (a) when “3” medals are inserted into the medal slot 6, (b) the MAX-BET button 8 is operated in a state where “3” or more medals are stored (credited). (C) In the state where “3” or more medals are stored (credit), when the 1BET button 7 is operated “3” times, (d) “1” or more medals are stored (credit). When the 1BET button 7 is operated “1” times and “2” medals are inserted into the medal insertion slot 6 in the state of being set, (e) “2” or more medals are stored (credited). When the 1BET button 7 is operated “2” times and “1” medals are inserted into the medal slot 6, (f) a combination of symbols related to “same role” in the previous game Is on the active line If it is, the control of the main control board 300 will be described later, the 3BET lamp 24c is turned on.

(Storage number indicator 25)
The stored number indicator 25 is provided on the right side of the BET lamp 24 when viewed from the front. Further, the stored number display unit 25 is provided for displaying the number of stored medal medals of the player and stored in the gaming machine 1.

(Game state display lamp 26)
The game state display lamp 26 is provided on the right side of the stored number display unit 25 in front view. The game state display lamp 26 includes a first game state display lamp 26a, a second game state display lamp 26b, and a third game state display lamp 26c. The gaming state of is notified. The third game state display lamp 26c is used as a probability change display lamp for notifying information on the probability change game state.

(Payout number display 27)
The payout number display 27 is provided on the right side of the game state display lamp 26 as viewed from the front. The payout number display 27 is paid out in accordance with the number of medals inserted into the medal slot 6 or the combination of symbols arranged on the activated line activated by operating the 1BET button 7 and the MAX-BET button 8. It is provided to display the number of medals to be paid out. The payout number display 27 is provided for displaying that the gaming machine 1 is in an error state when the gaming machine 1 is in an error state.

  Here, in the present embodiment, there are five active lines, “middle line”, “upper line”, “lower line”, “lower right line”, and “right upward line”, and during bonus game described later. Only one “middle line” is valid.

(Putable indicator lamp 28)
The insertable display lamp 28 is provided on the right side of the payout number indicator 27 as viewed from the front. Here, the main control board 300, which will be described later, performs control to turn on the insertable display lamp 28 when the medal inserted into the medal slot 6 can be stored. On the other hand, the main control board 300, which will be described later, performs control to turn off the insertable display lamp 28 when the medal inserted into the medal insertion slot 6 cannot be stored.

  In this embodiment, since the maximum number of medals that can be stored is “50”, the main control board 300 described later is inserted when the number of stored medals is less than “50”. Control is performed to turn on the displayable lamp 28, and control is performed to turn off the displayable lamp 28 when the number of stored medals is "50".

(Same size display lamp 29)
The equal role display lamp 29 is provided below the throwable display lamp 28. Further, the equal role display lamp 29 is lit when a combination of symbols related to the equal role described later is displayed on the effective line. As a result, a combination of symbols related to “same size” is displayed on the active line for the player, and the player can perform the next game without inserting medals. Informing that it is possible.

(Stop operation order display lamp 30)
The stop operation order display lamp 30 is provided below the display window 21. The stop operation order display lamp 30 includes a left stop operation order display lamp 30a provided below the left reel 17a, a middle stop operation order display lamp 30b provided below the middle reel 17b, and a right reel 17c. And a right stop operation sequence display lamp 30c provided below. The stop operation order display lamp 30 gives the player the optimum stop operation order of the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13 based on the winning area determined by the main control board 300 described later. It is provided for notification. Specifically, when the optimal timing is to stop the left stop button 11, the optimal timing is to turn on or blink the left stop operation sequence display lamp 30a and stop the middle stop button 12. If the optimal timing is when the right stop button 13 is stopped, the right stop operation sequence display lamp 30b is turned on or flashes. Thus, the optimal stop operation order is notified.

(Lumbar panel 31)
The waist panel 31 is provided below the stop button unit 14 and is provided for allowing the player to recognize a model name, a motif, and the like. Specifically, a picture of an appearing character is drawn. In addition, a light (not shown) is provided on the back surface of the waist panel 31. By emitting the light (not shown), the player can easily recognize the model name, the motif, and the like of the gaming machine 1.

(Tray receiving unit 32)
The tray unit 32 is provided below the waist panel 31 and is provided for receiving and storing medals discharged from a medal payout port 33 described later.

(Medal payout exit 33)
The medal payout port 33 is provided to discharge medals paid out by the hopper 520 when the hopper 520 described later is driven when paying out medals based on the combination of symbols displayed on the active line. It has been. Further, when the medal sensor 16s determines that the medal inserted into the medal insertion slot 6 is not an appropriate medal, or when a medal is inserted into the medal insertion slot 6 when the medal insertion acceptance is prohibited. It is provided for discharging medals inserted into the insertion slot 6 to the tray unit 32 via the medal payout opening 33.

  Here, in the present embodiment, when the medal insertion acceptance is prohibited refers to a case where the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c are rotating.

(Lower speaker 34)
The lower speaker 34 is provided on the back side of the front door 3 so as to be on the left and right sides of the medal payout opening 33, and is provided for outputting BGM, sound, sound effects, etc. when performing an effect. The lower speaker 34 has a lower left speaker 34 a on the left side when viewed from the front of the medal payout port 33, and a lower right speaker 34 b on the right side when viewed from the front of the medal payout port 33.

(Upper speaker 35)
The upper speaker 35 is provided on the back side of the front door 3 so as to be on the left and right sides of a liquid crystal display device 46, which will be described later. As with the lower speaker 34, BGM, voice, sound effects, etc. It is provided for output. The upper speaker 35 has a left upper speaker 35 a on the left side when viewed from the front of the liquid crystal display device 46, and an upper right speaker 35 b on the right side when viewed from the front of the liquid crystal display device 46.

(Setting display section 36)
The setting display unit 36 is provided for displaying the current setting value. Specifically, when a setting change key (not shown) is inserted into a key hole (not shown) and is rotated by a predetermined angle, the main control board 300 displays the currently set value on the setting display unit 36. I do.

(Setting change button 37)
The setting change button 37 is provided for changing the setting value. Here, the method for changing the setting value is as follows. First, as described above, the setting value that is currently set is displayed by rotating a predetermined angle in a state where a setting changing key (not shown) is inserted into the keyhole. 36. Next, by operating the setting change button 37, the setting value displayed on the setting display unit 36 is switched and displayed. Therefore, the setting change button 37 is pressed until the setting value to be determined is displayed on the setting display unit 36. Repeat the operation. Then, the start lever 10 is operated while the setting value to be determined is displayed on the setting display unit 36. Next, an operation of returning the rotated setting change key to an angle at which it can be inserted and removed is performed. By performing these operations, the set value is changed.

  Here, in this embodiment, when an error occurs in the gaming machine 1, no error release button is provided for canceling the error. For this reason, when an error occurs in the gaming machine 1, the main control board 300 performs control to return from the error state based on the fact that a setting change switch 37sw described later detects an operation of the setting change button 37. In other words, in the present embodiment, the setting change button 37 has a function for switching the setting value and a function for returning from the error state.

  In the present embodiment, the setting values are set in the “6” stage from the setting “1” to the setting “6”. For this reason, when the operation of the setting change button 37 is detected in a state where the information indicating that the setting is “1” is displayed on the setting display unit 36, the setting display unit 36 indicates that the setting is “2”. Information is displayed, and thereafter, every time the setting change button 37 is operated, information obtained by adding “1” to the setting value displayed on the setting display unit 36 is displayed. However, when the operation of the setting change button 37 is detected in the state where the information indicating that the setting is “6” is displayed on the setting display unit 36, the setting display unit 36 indicates that the setting is “1”. Information will be displayed.

  In the present embodiment, the setting values are set to the “6” stage from the setting “1” to the setting “6”. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the set value may be the “2” stage, the “3” stage, the “4” stage, or the “5” stage.

(Liquid crystal display device 46)
The liquid crystal display device 46 is provided above the reel 17 to provide an effect of displaying moving images, still images, and the like. In addition, the liquid crystal display device 46 is provided for notifying information related to the result of an internal lottery process described later, or notifying information necessary for stopping and displaying a combination of symbols related to winning on the active line. It has been. Specifically, the liquid crystal display device 46, like the stop operation order display lamp 30, is based on a winning area determined by a main control board 300 described later, a left stop button 11, a middle stop button 12, a right stop button. The player is notified of the 13 optimal stop operation sequences.

(Main control board 300)
The main control board 300 is provided inside the cabinet 2 and above the reel 17, and is provided for controlling the gaming machine 1. Details of the main control board 300 will be described later.

(Sub control board 400)
The sub control board 400 is provided above the back surface of the front door 3 and is provided for controlling the liquid crystal display device 46, the lower speaker 34, and the upper speaker 35. Details of the sub control board 400 will be described later.

(Power supply device 510)
The power supply device 510 is provided inside the cabinet 2 and at the lower part on the left side of the front view, and is provided to supply power to the gaming machine 1.

(Hopper 520)
The hopper 520 is provided inside the cabinet 2 and on the right side of the power supply device 510 in front view, and is provided for paying out medals to the player. Further, the hopper 520 is driven and controlled based on a predetermined signal from a main control board 300 described later. The power supply board 500 described later determines whether or not a predetermined number of medals have been discharged by a medal sensor (not shown) provided in the hopper, and determines that a predetermined number of medals have been discharged. Then, a signal indicating that a predetermined number of medals have been paid out is transmitted to the main control board 300. Thereby, the main control board 300 described later can recognize that the payout of a predetermined number of medals has been completed.

(Discharge slit 521)
The discharge slit 521 is provided in the hopper 520 and is provided to discharge medals from the hopper 520.

(Hopper guide member 522)
The hopper guide member 522 is provided to guide the determined medal to the hopper 520 when the medal sensor 16s determines that the medal inserted into the medal insertion slot 6 is an appropriate medal. .

(Guide member 523)
The guide member 523 has a foreign object or an appropriate medal when a foreign object is inserted into the medal insertion slot 6 or when the medal sensor 16s determines that the medal inserted into the medal insertion slot 6 is not an appropriate medal. It is provided to guide the medal determined to be not to the medal payout exit 33.

(Discharge guide member 524)
The payout guide member 524 is provided to guide the medals discharged from the discharge slit 521 of the hopper 520 to the medal payout outlet 33 side of the tray unit 32.

(Auxiliary storage unit 530)
The auxiliary storage unit 530 is provided to store the overflowing medals when the medals stored in the hopper 520 overflow.

(Block diagram of the entire gaming machine)
Next, the configuration of the gaming machine 1 according to the present invention will be specifically described with reference to FIG.

  In the gaming machine 1, a reel control board 100, a relay board 200, a sub control board 400, and a power supply board 500 are connected to a main control board 300 that controls main operations of the gaming machine 1.

(Main control board 300)
The main control board 300 includes a main CPU 301, a main ROM 302, a main RAM 303, a main random number generator 304, and a main I / F circuit 305. The main control board 300 is connected to a setting display section 36, a setting change switch 37sw, and an external concentrated terminal board 38. “I / F” is an abbreviation for “interface”.

(Main CPU 301)
The main CPU 301 reads a program stored in the main ROM 302 and performs predetermined arithmetic processing in accordance with the progress of the game, thereby causing the reel control board 100, the relay board 200, the sub control board 400, and the power supply board 500 to be processed. A predetermined signal is transmitted.

(Main ROM 302)
The main ROM 302 stores a control program executed by the main CPU 301, a data table such as a winning area determination table, data for transmitting a command to the sub control board 400, and the like. Specifically, the main ROM 302 includes a later-described symbol arrangement table (see FIG. 5), a later-described symbol code table (see FIG. 6), a later-described symbol combination table (see FIG. 7), and a later-described general game state winning area. A determination table (see FIG. 8), a first-probability gaming state winning area determination table (see FIG. 9), which will be described later, a second-probable gaming state winning area determination table (see FIG. 10), which will be described later, and a third probability-changing game which will be described later. State winning area determination table (see FIG. 11), ultra-high probability variable gaming state winning area determination table (see FIG. 12) described later, normal RB gaming state winning area determination table (see FIG. 13 (a)), Probability change RB gaming state winning area determination table (see FIG. 13B) described later, normal first BB gaming state winning area determination table described later (see FIG. 14A), described later Another first BB gaming state winning area determination table (see FIG. 14B), a later-described normal second BB gaming state winning area determination table (see FIG. 15A), and a later-described special second BB gaming state A winning area determination table (see FIG. 15B), a priority table (see FIG. 16) described later, and the like are stored.

(Main RAM 303)
The main RAM 303 is provided with a storage area for storing various data determined by execution of programs by the main CPU 301. Specifically, the main RAM 303 stores (a) an effect transmission data storage area for transmitting a command to a sub-control board 400, which will be described later, and (b) a message indicating that the doubled winning is won. Equal-number winning prize flag storage area, (c) a random number value storage area for determining a winning area for storing a random value extracted by a main random number generator 304 described later when performing an internal lottery process described later, (d) A game state storage area for storing a game state, (e) a lottery number storage area for storing the number of lotteries when performing an internal lottery process described later, (f) a left stepping motor 101, a middle stepping motor 102, A pressing reference acquired when the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13 are operated while the reel 17 is rotated by the right stepping motor 103. (G) medal insertion number storage area for storing the number of medals inserted into the medal insertion slot 6, and (h) information relating to a winning area determined by an internal lottery process described later. A storage area such as a winning area storage area is stored.

  Further, the main RAM 303 stores (i) a lamp-related data storage area for storing information on various displays and lamps, and (j) stores lamp control data for transmitting commands to the various displays and lamps. (K) Reel status flag storage area for storing the respective rotation statuses of the left reel 17a, middle reel 17b, and right reel 17c, (l) left stop button 11, middle stop button 12, and right stop button 13 A storage area such as an operable state flag storage area for storing whether or not each can be stopped is also provided.

  The main RAM 303 further includes (m) an internal winning combination storage area for storing information related to the internal winning combination determined by the winning area, and (n) a winning combination that is permitted over a plurality of games (specifically, Is a carryover combination storage area for storing information relating to the internal winning combination relating to the operation of the bonus), (o) a confirmed display combination storage area for storing information (value) of the confirmed display combination, and (p) a bonus ( BB and RB), a bonus operating flag storage area for storing the operating state, (q) a bonus end determination counter storage area for storing a counter used for determining the end of the bonus, and (r) a winning situation of probability change. Probability change winning flag storage area for storing, (s) Probability change flag storage area for storing the contents of the confirmed change of the probability change, (t) Probability change for storing the operation status of the probability change Dynamic flag storage area is also provided a storage area of the storage area such as in the flag storage area TK for storing the operating status of the (u) TK (magnification auditors high probability state).

Here, the internal winning combination storage area and the carryover combination storage area will be briefly described.
The internal winning combination storing area has a storage area of “8” bits including bits “0” to “7”. Bits “0” to “7” indicate the winning combination of the first BB, second BB, RB, bell, watermelon, plum, cherry and star, respectively, and the value of the bit is “1”. This indicates that you are winning the winning role.

  The carryover combination storage area has a storage area of “8” bits composed of bits “0” to “7”, and bits “3” to “8” are not used. Bits “0” to “2” indicate carryovers of the first BB, second BB, and RB, respectively, and indicate that the winning combination of the part where the bit value is “1” is carried over. It is shown.

(Main random number generator 304)
The main random number generator 304 is provided for generating a random number for determining a winning area or the like. Here, in the present embodiment, the main random number generator 304 generates a random number value in the range of “0” to “65535”.

(Main I / F circuit 305)
The main I / F circuit 305 is a circuit for transmitting and receiving signals (commands) between the main control board 300, the reel control board 100, the relay board 200, the sub control board 400, and the power supply board 500.

(Setting change switch 37sw)
The setting change switch 37sw is a switch for detecting that the setting change button 37 has been operated. When the setting change button 37 is detected by the setting change switch 37sw in a state where the setting change key (not shown) is inserted into the keyhole and rotated by a predetermined angle, the main CPU 301 displays the setting display. Control to switch and display the set value on the unit 36 is performed.

  Further, the main CPU 301 performs control for returning from the error state based on the detection of the operation of the setting change button 37 by the setting change switch 37sw in the error state.

(External concentration terminal board 38)
The external concentration terminal board 38 is provided inside the gaming machine 1, and (a) a medal insertion signal that can specify the number of medals used in the game to the outside of the gaming machine 1 such as a hall computer (not shown), ( b) A medal payout signal that can specify the number of medals paid out to the player, (c) a reel rotation start signal that can specify that the rotation of the reel 17 has started, or a game start that permits the start of the game A signal, (d) a bonus state signal that can specify that the state has shifted to a bonus gaming state, which will be described later, (e) a bonus or TK signal that can specify that the player is in the TK described later, or is in a bonus gaming state, (F) A bonus or probability change signal that can specify that the game is in the probability change gaming state or the bonus game state, which will be described later, and (g) security that can specify that an illegal act has been performed. It is provided for outputting the issue, and the like.

(Relay board 200)
The relay board 200 includes a 1BET switch 7sw, a MAX-BET switch 8sw, a checkout switch 9sw, a start switch 10sw, a left stop switch 11sw, a middle stop switch 12sw, a right stop switch 13sw, a medal sensor 16s, a start lamp 23, and a BET lamp 24. , A stored number display unit 25, a game state display lamp 26, a payout number display unit 27, a throw-in possible display lamp 28, an equality combination display lamp 29, a selector sensor 39s, a reset key sensor 40s, and a door opening sensor 41s are connected. .

(1BET switch 7sw)
The 1BET switch 7sw is a switch for detecting an operation of the 1BET button 7 by the player. When the 1BET switch 7sw detects an operation of the 1BET button 7 by the player, the relay board 200 transmits a predetermined signal to the main I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300. Then, the main CPU 301 performs control to use “1” medals from the medals stored by the player based on the reception of the predetermined signal from the relay board 200.

(MAX-BET switch 8sw)
The MAX-BET switch 8sw is a switch for detecting the operation of the MAX-BET button 8 by the player. Further, when the operation of the MAX-BET button 8 by the player is detected by the MAX-BET switch 8sw, the relay board 200 transmits a predetermined signal to the main I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300. To do. Then, the main CPU 301 performs control to use “3” medals from the medals stored by the player based on the reception of the predetermined signal from the relay board 200. The 1 BET switch 7sw and the MAX-BET switch 8sw may be collectively referred to as “BET switches 7sw, 8sw”.

(Settlement switch 9sw)
The settlement switch 9sw is a switch for detecting the operation of the settlement button 9 by the player. Further, when an operation of the payment button 9 by the player is detected by the payment switch 9sw, the relay board 200 transmits a predetermined signal to the main I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300. Then, the main CPU 301 outputs a signal indicating that the stored medal is to be returned to the power supply board 500 based on the reception of the predetermined signal from the relay board 200. And the power supply board 500 performs control which returns the medal currently stored by the hopper 520. FIG.

(Start switch 10sw)
The start switch 10sw is a switch for detecting the operation of the start lever 10 by the player. Further, when the start switch 10 sw detects the player's operation of the start lever 10, the relay board 200 transmits a predetermined signal to the main I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300. Then, the main CPU 301 performs control for starting the rotation of the reel 17 based on the reception of a predetermined signal from the relay board 200.

(Left stop switch 11sw)
The left stop switch 11sw is a switch for detecting an operation of the left stop button 11 by the player. When the operation of the left stop button 11 by the player is detected by the left stop switch 11sw, the relay board 200 transmits a predetermined signal to the main I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300. Then, the main CPU 301 performs control to stop the rotating left reel 17a based on the reception of a predetermined signal from the relay board 200.

(Intermediate stop switch 12sw)
The middle stop switch 12sw is a switch for detecting the operation of the middle stop button 12 by the player. Further, when the operation of the middle stop button 12 by the player is detected by the middle stop switch 12sw, the relay board 200 transmits a predetermined signal to the main I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300. Then, the main CPU 301 performs control to stop the rotating middle reel 17b based on the reception of a predetermined signal from the relay board 200.

(Right stop switch 13sw)
The right stop switch 13sw is a switch for detecting the operation of the right stop button 13 by the player. In addition, when the operation of the right stop button 13 by the player is detected by the right stop switch 13sw, the relay board 200 transmits a predetermined signal to the main I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300. Then, the main CPU 301 performs control to stop the rotating right reel 17c based on the reception of a predetermined signal from the relay board 200.

  In the present embodiment, the left stop switch 11sw, the middle stop switch 12sw, and the right stop switch 13sw are provided so that ON / OFF of the operation of the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13 can be detected, respectively. It has been. Therefore, when the player operates the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13 (ON edge), and the player operates the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13. It is provided so that it can detect when the player's finger leaves the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13 (OFF edge).

(Medal sensor 16s)
The medal sensor 16s is a sensor for detecting that an appropriate medal is inserted into the medal insertion slot 6. When the medal sensor 16 s detects that a normal medal has passed, the relay board 200 transmits a predetermined signal to the main I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300. Then, the main CPU 301 performs a process performed when a medal is inserted based on the reception of a predetermined signal from the relay board 200.

(Selector sensor 39s)
The selector sensor 39s is a sensor for detecting fraud. Further, when an illegal act is detected by the selector sensor 39 s, the relay board 200 transmits a predetermined signal to the main I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300. Then, the main CPU 301 performs a process performed when an illegal act is detected based on the reception of a predetermined signal from the relay board 200.

(Reset key sensor 40s)
The reset key sensor 40s is a sensor for detecting that a dedicated key (not shown) is inserted into the keyhole 4 and rotated by a predetermined angle in the counterclockwise direction. When the reset key sensor 40 s detects that a dedicated key (not shown) is inserted into the keyhole 4 and rotated by a predetermined angle in the counterclockwise direction, the relay board 200 is connected to the main control board 300. A predetermined signal is transmitted to the I / F circuit 305. Then, the main CPU 301 performs control for returning from the error state based on the reception of a predetermined signal from the relay board 200.

(Door open sensor 41s)
The door opening sensor 41 s is provided on the back side of the keyhole 4 and is a sensor for detecting the opening of the front door 3. In the present embodiment, the door opening sensor 41s includes a light emitting portion and a light receiving portion, and when a dedicated key (not shown) is inserted into the keyhole 4 and the dedicated key is rotated clockwise by a predetermined angle, A locking part (not shown) will rotate. And when the said locking part rotates, the light light-emitted from the light emission part does not reach a light-receiving part. Thus, the door opening sensor 41s detects the opening of the front door 3.

(Power supply board 500)
A power supply device 510, a hopper 520, and an auxiliary storage unit full sensor 530s are connected to the power supply substrate 500.

(Power supply device 510)
The power supply device 510 includes a power button 511 and a power switch 511sw.

(Power button 511)
The power button 511 is provided for a store clerk or the like of the game store to perform an operation of supplying power to the gaming machine 1. The power button 511 is connected to a power switch 511sw.

(Power switch 511sw)
The power switch 511sw is a switch for detecting that the power button 511 is operated. Further, power is supplied to the entire gaming machine 1 based on the detection of the operation of the power button 511 by the power switch 511sw.

(Auxiliary storage part full tank sensor 530s)
The auxiliary storage unit full tank sensor 530 s is a sensor for detecting that a predetermined number of medals are stored in the auxiliary storage unit 530. When the auxiliary storage unit full sensor 530 s detects that a predetermined number of medals are stored in the auxiliary storage unit 530, the power supply board 500 is connected to the main I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300. , A predetermined signal is output. Then, when the main control board 300 receives a predetermined signal, control is performed to make an error state.

(Reel control board 100)
To the reel control board 100, a left stepping motor 101, a middle stepping motor 102, a right stepping motor 103, a left reel sensor 111s, a middle reel sensor 112s, and a right reel sensor 113s are connected.

(Left stepping motor 101)
The left stepping motor 101 is provided to rotationally drive the left reel 17a. The left stepping motor 101 has a configuration capable of stopping the rotation shaft at a specified angle. The driving force of the left stepping motor 101 is transmitted to the left reel 17a via a gear having a predetermined reduction ratio. As a result, the left reel 17a rotates at a constant angle each time one pulse is output to the left stepping motor 101. The main CPU 301 manages the rotation angle of the left reel 17a by counting the number of times a pulse is output to the left stepping motor 101 after detecting the reel index.

(Medium stepping motor 102)
The middle stepping motor 102 is provided to rotationally drive the middle reel 17b. Similarly to the left stepping motor 101, the middle stepping motor 102 has a configuration capable of stopping the rotation axis at a specified angle. The driving force of the intermediate stepping motor 102 is transmitted to the intermediate reel 17b through a gear having a predetermined reduction ratio. Thus, the intermediate reel 17b rotates at a constant angle every time one pulse is output to the intermediate stepping motor 102. The main CPU 301 manages the rotation angle of the middle reel 17b by counting the number of times a pulse is output to the middle stepping motor 102 after detecting the reel index.

(Right stepping motor 103)
The right stepping motor 103 is provided to rotationally drive the right reel 17c. The right stepping motor 103 has a configuration capable of stopping the rotation axis at a specified angle, like the left stepping motor 101 and the middle stepping motor 102. The driving force of the right stepping motor 103 is transmitted to the right reel 17c through a gear having a predetermined reduction ratio. As a result, the right reel 17c rotates at a constant angle each time one pulse is output to the right stepping motor 103. The main CPU 301 manages the rotation angle of the right reel 17c by counting the number of times a pulse is output to the right stepping motor 103 after detecting the reel index.

(Left reel sensor 111s)
The left reel sensor 111s is a sensor for detecting a reel index indicating that the left reel 17a has rotated once by an optical sensor having a light emitting unit and a light receiving unit.

(Medium reel sensor 112s)
The middle reel sensor 112s is a sensor for detecting a reel index indicating that the middle reel 17b has rotated once by an optical sensor having a light emitting portion and a light receiving portion.

(Right reel sensor 113s)
The right reel sensor 113s is a sensor for detecting a reel index indicating that the right reel 17c has made one rotation by an optical sensor having a light emitting unit and a light receiving unit.

(Sub control board 400)
The sub-control board 400 is a board mainly for controlling effects. Further, the sub control board 400 includes a sub I / F circuit 401, a sub CPU 402, a sub random number generator 403, a sub ROM 404, a sub RAM 405, and an RTC device 406. Further, the effect button detection switch 18sw, the cross key detection switch 19sw, the effect control board 410, and the amplifier control board 440 are connected to the sub control board 400. Note that “RTC” is an abbreviation for “Real Time Clock”. “I / F” is an abbreviation of “interface” as used in the main I / F circuit 305.

(Production button detection switch 18sw)
The effect button detection switch 18sw is a switch for detecting an operation of the effect button 18 by the player. In addition, when the operation of the effect button 18 by the player is detected by the effect button detection switch 18sw, the sub control board 400 performs control based on the operation of the effect button 18 by the player.

(Cross key detection switch 19sw)
The cross key detection switch 19sw is a switch for detecting the operation of the cross key 19 by the player. When the operation of the cross key 19 by the player is detected by the cross key detection switch 19sw, the sub-control board 400 performs control based on the operation of the cross key 19 by the player.

(Sub I / F circuit 401)
The sub I / F circuit 401 is provided for receiving signals from the main I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300.

(Sub CPU 402)
The sub CPU 402 reads an effect program stored in the sub ROM 404 and performs a predetermined calculation based on a command from the main control board 300, an input signal of the effect button detection switch 18sw, and the cross key detection switch 19sw. The calculation result is provided to supply the effect control board 410 and the amplifier control board 440.

(Sub-random number generator 403)
The sub-random number generator 403 is provided to generate a random number used when determining an effect or the like performed by the liquid crystal display device 46, the lower speaker 34, the upper speaker 35, or the like.

(Sub ROM 404)
The sub ROM 404 is provided for storing a program for executing an effect, an effect determination table (see FIG. 20) described later, and the like. The sub ROM 404 is mainly composed of a program storage area and a table storage area.

(Sub RAM 405)
The sub RAM 405 functions as a data work area when the sub CPU 402 performs arithmetic processing. Specifically, there are provided a storage area for storing various data such as a winning area transmitted from the main control board 300, and a storage area for storing the determined contents and effects data. Specifically, in the sub RAM 405, (a) a state number storage area for storing a state managed by the sub control board 400, and (b) the number of stopped reels for storing the number of stopped reels 17. A storage area, (c) an effect information storage area for storing information on the determined effect (effect No.), and the like are provided.

(RTC device 406)
The RTC device 406 is provided for counting a predetermined counter value at a counting interval different from a count value counted by a frame counter 425 described later. The RTC device 406 is provided for acquiring the current date and time.

(Production control board 410)
The effect control board 410 is a board mainly for executing effects. The effect control board 410 includes an image control unit 420 and a lamp control unit 430.

(Image control unit 420)
The image control unit 420 is provided to control the display of the liquid crystal display device 46 mainly when performing an effect. The image control unit 420 includes a VDP 421, a liquid crystal control CPU 422, a liquid crystal control ROM 423, a liquid crystal control RAM 424, a frame counter 425, a CGROM 426, a VRAM 427, a sound source IC 428, and a sound source ROM 429. Further, the general-purpose board 45 and the lamp control unit 430 are connected to the image control unit 420. Note that “VDP” is an abbreviation for “Video Display Processor”. “CGROM” is an abbreviation for “Character Generator Read Only Memory”.

(General purpose board 45)
The general-purpose substrate 45 is provided between the image control unit 420 and the liquid crystal display device 46, and has a bridge function for converting the image data into a predetermined image format when displaying the image data. Further, the general-purpose board 45 has a bridge function for converting into an image format corresponding to the performance of the liquid crystal display device 46 for displaying image data. For example, a difference in resolution between when an SXGA (1280 dots × 1080 dots) 19-inch liquid crystal display device 46 is connected and when an XGA (1024 dots × 768 dots) 17-inch liquid crystal display device 46 is connected Absorbs.

(VDP421)
The VDP 421 is a so-called image processor, and controls to read image data from the “display frame buffer area” out of the frame buffer areas of the first frame buffer area and the second frame buffer area based on an instruction from the liquid crystal control CPU 422. Do. Then, based on the read image data, a video signal (for example, an LVDS signal or an RGB signal) is generated and output to the general-purpose substrate 45, thereby performing control of displaying an image on the liquid crystal display device 46. The VDP 421 includes a control register (not shown), a CG bus I / F, a CPU I / F, a clock generation circuit, an expansion circuit, a drawing circuit, a display circuit, a memory controller, and the like, which are connected by a bus. .

(Liquid crystal control CPU 422)
The liquid crystal control CPU 422 is provided for creating a display list based on the command received from the sub control board 400 and transmitting the display list to the VDP 421. Further, the liquid crystal control CPU 422 performs control to display the image data stored in the CGROM 426 on the liquid crystal display device 46.

(LCD control ROM 423)
The liquid crystal control ROM 423 is configured by a mask ROM or the like, and includes a control processing program for the liquid crystal control CPU 422, a display list generation program for generating a display list, an animation pattern for displaying an animation of an effect pattern, and animation scene information. Etc. are stored. The animation pattern referred to here is referred to when displaying the animation of the production pattern, and stores a combination of animation scene information included in the production pattern, a display order of each animation scene information, and the like. In the animation scene information, a wait frame (display time), target data (sprite identification number, transfer source address, etc.), parameters (sprite display position, transfer destination address, etc.), drawing method, and effect image are displayed. Information such as information specifying a display device is stored.

(Liquid crystal control RAM 424)
The liquid crystal control RAM 424 is built in the liquid crystal control CPU 422. The liquid crystal control RAM 424 also functions as a data work area when the liquid crystal control CPU 422 performs arithmetic processing, and is provided to temporarily store data read from the liquid crystal control ROM 423.

(Frame counter 425)
The frame counter 425 is provided to receive a power supply from the power supply board 500 and count the frame counter value. The frame counter 425 stops counting the frame counter value when the supply of power from the power supply board 500 is stopped. Then, when the supply of power by the power supply substrate 500 is resumed, the frame counter 425 initializes the frame counter value registered in the register and resumes counting.

(CGROM426)
The CGROM 426 includes a flash memory, an EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory), an EPROM (Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory), a mask ROM, and the like. Further, the CGROM 426 compresses and stores image data (for example, sprites, movies) and the like that are a set of pixel information in a predetermined range of pixels (for example, 32 pixels × 32 pixels). This pixel information is composed of color number information for designating a color number for each pixel and an α value indicating the transparency of the image. Further, the CGROM 426 performs reading in units of image data by the VDP 421 and performs image processing in units of frame image data. Further, the CGROM 426 stores palette data in which color number information for specifying a color number and display color information for actually displaying colors are associated with each other without being compressed.

  In the present embodiment, the CGROM 426 stores palette data in which color number information for specifying a color number and display color information for actually displaying colors are associated with each other without being compressed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and only a part of the structure may be compressed. As a movie compression method, various compression methods such as MPEG4 can be used.

(VRAM427)
The VRAM 427 is configured by an SRAM (Static Random Access Memory). Here, the SRAM is a readable / writable memory and is a kind of volatile memory for temporarily holding data. By configuring the VRAM 427 with SRAM, writing and reading of image data can be processed at high speed. The VRAM 427 includes a memory map including an arbitrary area, a first display list area, a second display list area, a first frame buffer area, and a second frame buffer area.

(Sound source IC428)
The sound source IC 428 is provided for reading a program and data relating to sound from the sound source ROM 429 and generating sound signals for driving the lower speaker 34 and the upper speaker 35.

(Sound source ROM 429)
The sound source ROM 429 is provided for storing a program and data for executing an effect. Specifically, programs and data related to voice are stored.

(Ramp control unit 430)
The lamp control unit 430 is a board for controlling the side lamp 5, the effect lamp 22, the stop operation order display lamp 30, and the start lever effect lamp 42 mainly when performing an effect. The lamp control unit 430 includes a lamp control CPU 431, a lamp control ROM 432, and a lamp control RAM 433. In addition, the side lamp 5, the effect lamp 22, the stop operation order display lamp 30, the start lever effect lamp 42, and the drive board 43 are connected to the lamp control unit 430.

(Start lever effect lamp 42)
The start lever effect lamp 42 is composed of a high-intensity light-emitting diode, and is provided to perform an effect visually appealing to the player based on the fact that a predetermined condition is satisfied. Here, the lamp control unit 430 controls lighting / flashing of the start lever effect lamp 42 based on the fact that a predetermined condition such as a case where a predetermined winning area is won is satisfied in an internal lottery process described later. I do.

(Drive board 43)
The drive substrate 43 is a substrate for performing control to move the effect device 44. Further, the drive board 43 performs control for moving the effect device 44 based on the reception of a predetermined signal from the lamp control unit 430.

(Directing device 44)
The effect device 44 is provided on the back side of the liquid crystal display device 46. Here, the lamp control unit 430 performs control to move the rendering device 44 to the front side of the liquid crystal display device 46 via the drive substrate 43 based on the reception of a predetermined signal from the sub control substrate 400. Thus, a visual appeal to the player is performed. The effect device 44 can be moved up and down in front of the liquid crystal display device 46.

(Lamp control CPU 431)
The lamp control CPU 431 reads a program and data relating to light emission of the lamp and LED stored in the lamp control ROM 432, and emits the side lamp 5, the effect lamp 22, the stop operation order display lamp 30, and the start lever effect lamp 42. Is provided for generating a signal. In addition, the lamp control CPU 431 reads a program and data stored in the lamp control ROM 432, generates a signal for performing control to move the effect device 44 and the liquid crystal display device 46, and transmits the signal to the drive board 43. Is provided.

(Lamp control ROM 432)
The lamp control ROM 432 is provided for storing a program and data for executing an effect. Specifically, the lamp control ROM 432 stores programs, data, and the like relating to light emission of the side lamp 5, the effect lamp 22, the stop operation order display lamp 30, and the start lever effect lamp 42. The lamp control ROM 432 stores programs, data, and the like for moving the rendering device 44 and the liquid crystal display device 46 via the drive board 43.

(Ramp control RAM 433)
The lamp control RAM 433 is provided as a temporary storage area when the side lamp 5, the effect lamp 22, the stop operation order display lamp 30, and the start lever effect lamp 42 are controlled to emit light. The lamp control RAM 433 is provided as a temporary storage area when the effect device 44 and the liquid crystal display device 46 are moved via the drive board 43.

(Amplifier control board 440)
The amplifier control board 440 is a board for outputting audio data mainly from the lower speaker 34 and the upper speaker 35. The amplifier control board is connected to a lower speaker amplifier 441 and an upper speaker amplifier 442.

(Lower speaker amplifier 441)
The lower speaker amplifier 441 is provided to amplify the audio signal from the sound source IC 428 and output it to the lower speaker 34.

(Upper speaker amplifier 442)
The upper speaker amplifier 442 is provided to amplify the audio signal from the sound source IC 428 and output the amplified audio signal to the upper speaker 35.

(Design arrangement table)
Next, the symbol arrangement table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The symbol arrangement table is provided in the main ROM 302. When the main CPU 301 detects the reel index, the symbol position in the middle of the display window 21 is defined as “00”. Further, “00” to “20” corresponding to the symbol counter are assigned to the symbols in the order of the reel rotation direction with reference to the symbol position “00”.

(Design code table)
Next, the symbol code table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The symbol code table stores symbol codes corresponding to symbols arranged on the left reel 17a, middle reel 17b, and right reel 17c, and data corresponding to the symbols. Here, in the present embodiment, when the symbol code is “01”, “00000001” is stored as data corresponding to the symbol “Red Seven”. Similarly, data corresponding to each symbol is stored for symbol codes “02” to “10”.

  Further, the type of the symbol displayed on the display window 21 is specified based on the symbol counter value (“00” to “20”), the symbol arrangement table (see FIG. 5), and the symbol code table. Can do. For example, when the value of the symbol counter corresponding to the left reel 17a is “00”, it may be specified that the symbol “watermelon” at the symbol position “00” is displayed in the middle of the display window 21. it can. Similarly, when the value of the symbol counter corresponding to the left reel 17a is “00”, it is specified that the symbol “Plum A” at the symbol position “01” is displayed in the upper part of the display window 21. It is possible to specify that the symbol “Bell A” at the symbol position “20” is displayed in the lower part of the display window 21. Then, when the symbol displayed on the display window 21 is specified, the main CPU 301 stores “00000111” as data in a predetermined storage area provided in the main RAM 303.

(Design combination table)
Next, the symbol combination table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The symbol combination table is stored in the main ROM 302 and prescribes symbol combinations determined in advance according to the type of privilege and the number of payouts. Here, when the combination of symbols displayed along the active line matches the combination of symbols defined in the symbol combination table, the main CPU 301 pays out medals, operates the same size combination, and plays a bonus game. Benefits such as the activation of are given to the player. For example, when a combination of symbols “watermelon”, “watermelon”, and “watermelon” is displayed on the active line, the main CPU 301 determines that a combination of symbols related to “watermelon” is displayed. If the symbol combination displayed on the active line does not match the symbol combination defined in the symbol combination table, the game is “lost”. In the present embodiment, the number of medals required for one game is “3”.

  Here, the “payout number” refers to the number of medals to be paid out to the player. When a value of “1” or more is determined as the payout number, medals are paid out. Specifically, medals are paid out when a combination of symbols in which a numerical value of “1” or more is defined as the payout number is displayed on the active line.

  In this embodiment, medals are paid out based on the combination of symbols related to “cherry”, “plum”, “watermelon”, “bell”, and “star” displayed on the active line. Done. Specifically, when the symbol combination related to “Cherry” is displayed on the active line, “1” medals are paid out. When the symbol combination related to “Plum” is displayed on the active line, “3” medals are paid out, and when the symbol combination related to “Watermelon” is displayed on the active line, 7 ”medals are paid out. When the symbol combination related to “Bell” is displayed on the active line, “14” medals are paid out, and when the symbol combination related to “Star” is displayed on the active line, k “15” medals are paid out. In addition, when none of the symbol combinations related to “cherry”, “plum”, “watermelon”, “bell”, and “star” are displayed on the active line, the medal is not paid out.

  Here, a combination of symbols related to “cherry”, “plum”, “watermelon”, “bell”, and “star” may be collectively referred to as “a combination of symbols related to winning”.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the symbol combination related to “Plum” is displayed on the active line, the equality double action is performed, and medals are automatically inserted in the next game. As described at the beginning of the present embodiment, the “same size combination” means the same number of medals as the number of medals required for the game (one game) by winning, that is, “3” medals. Is the winning role to be paid out.

(Winning area determination table)
Next, the winning area determination table will be described with reference to FIGS. In the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 has, as the gaming state, the general gaming state, the first probability variation gaming state, the second probability variation gaming state, the third probability variation gaming state, the ultra-high probability variation gaming state, the RB gaming state, the first The BB gaming state, the second BB gaming state, etc. can be set. Further, the main CPU 301 can set the RB gaming state to the normal RB gaming state and the probability variation RB gaming state. Further, the main CPU 301 can set the first BB gaming state to the normal first BB gaming state and the special first BB gaming state. Further, the main CPU 301 can set the second BB gaming state to the normal second BB gaming state and the special second BB gaming state.

  In the present embodiment, FIG. 8 is a diagram showing a general gaming state winning area determination table, FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a first probability variable gaming state winning area determining table, and FIG. FIG. 11 is a diagram showing a winning area determination table for probability variation gaming state, FIG. 11 is a diagram showing a winning area determination table for third probability variation gaming state, and FIG. 12 is a winning area determination table for ultra-high probability variable gaming state. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a winning area determination table for RB gaming status, FIG. 14 is a diagram showing a winning area determination table for first BB gaming status, and FIG. 15 is a second BB gaming. It is a figure which shows the winning area determination table for states. FIG. 13A is a diagram illustrating a normal RB gaming state winning area determination table, and FIG. 13B is a diagram illustrating a probability variation RB gaming state winning area determining table. FIG. 14A is a diagram illustrating a normal first BB gaming state winning area determination table, and FIG. 14B is a diagram illustrating a special first BB gaming state winning area determining table. FIG. 15A is a diagram illustrating a normal second BB gaming state winning area determination table, and FIG. 15B is a diagram illustrating a special second BB gaming state winning area determining table.

  The winning area determination table is stored in the main ROM 302 and is provided for each gaming state. Here, in this embodiment, the winning area determination table for the general gaming state, the winning area determination table for the first probability variation gaming state, the winning area determination table for the second probability variation gaming state, and the winning area determination for the third probability variation gaming state Table, winning area determination table for ultra-high probability change gaming state, winning area determination table for normal RB gaming state, winning area determination table for probability changing RB gaming state, winning area determination table for normal first BB gaming state, special first BB game A state winning area determination table, a normal second BB gaming state winning area determination table, and a special second BB gaming state winning area determination table are provided.

  In the winning area determination table, lottery values are defined for each set value. Here, in this embodiment, the winning area determination table for the general gaming state, the winning area determination table for the first probability variation gaming state, the winning area determination table for the second probability variation gaming state, and the winning area determination for the third probability variation gaming state Table, winning area determination table for ultra-high probability change gaming state, winning area determination table for normal RB gaming state, winning area determination table for probability changing RB gaming state, winning area determination table for normal first BB gaming state, special first BB game In the winning area determination table for state, the winning area determination table for normal second BB gaming state, and the winning area determination table for special second BB gaming state, lottery values of setting “1” to setting “6” are defined respectively. ing.

  In the present embodiment, the winning area determination table for the general gaming state, the winning area determination table for the first probability variation gaming state, the winning area determination table for the second probability variation gaming state, the winning area determination table for the third probability variation gaming state And, in the winning area determination table for ultra-high probability variable gaming state, only the lottery value of the watermelon in the winning area “08” is different between the setting “1” and the setting “6”, but lottery of other winning areas The values may be different. For example, in the setting “6”, the lottery value of the first BB of the winning area “01”, the second BB of the winning area “02”, and the RB of the winning area “05” is set larger than the setting “1”. The setting “6” may have a higher medal return rate than the setting “1”. In addition, although the description of the lottery values of the setting “2” to the setting “5” is omitted, a lottery value that increases the medal return rate as the setting numerical value increases in the setting “1” to the setting “6”. Set.

(General game state winning area determination table)
The general gaming state winning area determination table is a winning area determination table selected in the general gaming state. In addition, as shown in FIG. 8, the winning area determination table for the general gaming state includes the winning areas “lost”, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum”, Lottery values are defined for “RB”, “RB + Plum”, “Bell”, “Watermelon”, “Plum”, and “Cherry”. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and “star” is not determined as the winning area in the general gaming state.

  In addition, in the “first BB”, “second BB”, and “RB” winning combinations, a combination of symbols related to the winning combination is displayed on the active line and formed as a display combination. The winner will be carried over (carry-over role).

  The winning area “1st BB + Plum” means “Plum”, the combination of “Red Seven” + “Red Seven” + “Red Seven” and “Plum”. Any combination of symbols “+ Plum” + “Plum” is a special winning combination that can be displayed on the active line. Such a special winning combination is hereinafter referred to as a duplicate combination. In addition, in this way, the symbol combination “Red Seven” + “Red Seven” + “Red Seven” related to “First BB” and the symbol combination “Plum” + “Plum” + “Plum” related to “Plum”. "It can be displayed on the active line with any combination of symbols", it is said that both "First BB" and "Plum" are won, which is called duplicate winning.

  Similarly, “Second BB + Plum” means that “Second BB” and “Plum” are both selected, and “RB + Plum” means “RB” and “Plum” are both selected. It shows that there is. In addition, a winning combination that allows only a combination of symbols related to one winning combination to be displayed on the active line with respect to the “duplicate combination” is referred to as a “single combination”. Such a win is referred to as a “single win” as opposed to a “double win”.

  Therefore, “1st BB” is selected when “03” is determined in addition to the case where “01” is determined as the winning area. Therefore, the setting “1” is set in the general gaming state. ”To“ 6 ”, the winning combination is 128/65536 = 1/512. Similarly, in the general gaming state, the “second BB” is won at 128/65536 = 1/512 common to the setting “1” to the setting “6”, and “RB” is in the general gaming state. , The setting “1” to the setting “6” is common, and 256/65536 = 1/256 is won.

Furthermore, “Plum” is a case where “06” is determined, “03” is determined, “04” is determined, or “06” is determined in addition to the case where “09” is determined as the winning area. Since the game is won, in the general game state, the setting “1” to the setting “6” are common and the winning is 4352/65536 = 1 / 15.1.
When a plurality of winning combinations are won, a symbol stop position is determined based on a priority table and a stop operation position described later.

(First winning game state winning area determination table)
The first probability variable gaming state winning area determination table is a winning area determination table selected in the first probability variable gaming state. In addition, as shown in FIG. 9, the winning area determination table for the first probability variation gaming state includes the winning areas “lost”, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum”. ”,“ RB ”,“ RB + Plum ”,“ Bell ”,“ Watermelon ”,“ Plum ”, and“ Cherry ”are specified. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and “star” is not determined as the winning area in the first certain variation gaming state.

Therefore, in the first certain variation game state winning area determination table, the type determined as the winning area is the same as the general gaming state winning area determination table. However, in the winning area determination table for the first probability variation gaming state, the winning areas of “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum”, and “plum” are larger than the winning area determination table for the general gaming state. In the first probability variation gaming state, these winning areas are determined with higher probability than in the general gaming state.
As a result, in the first probability variation gaming state, compared to the general gaming state, the winning combination (including single and duplicate roles) of “first BB”, “second BB”, and “plum” has a higher probability. It has come to win.

(Winning area determination table for the second probability variation gaming state)
The winning area determination table for second probability variable gaming state is a winning area determination table selected in the second certain variable gaming state. In addition, as shown in FIG. 10, the winning area determination table for the second probability variable gaming state includes the winning areas “lost”, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum”. ”,“ RB ”,“ RB + Plum ”,“ Bell ”,“ Watermelon ”,“ Plum ”, and“ Cherry ”are specified. In other words, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and “star” is not determined as the winning area in the second probability variation gaming state.

Therefore, in the second certain variation game state winning area determination table, the type determined as the winning area is the same as the general gaming state winning area determination table. However, in the winning area determination table for the second probability variable gaming state, the winning area of “Plum” is set larger than the winning area determination table for the general gaming state, and in the second probability changing gaming state, the general gaming state Rather, the winning area is determined with a high probability.
As a result, in the second probability variation gaming state, the winning combination of “Plum” (including single and duplicate roles) is won with higher probability than in the general gaming state.

(Winning area determination table for third probability variation gaming state)
The winning area determination table for third probability variable gaming state is a winning area determination table selected in the third probability variable gaming state. In addition, as shown in FIG. 11, the winning area determination table for the third probability variable gaming state includes the winning areas “lost”, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum”. ”,“ RB ”,“ RB + Plum ”,“ Bell ”,“ Watermelon ”,“ Plum ”, and“ Cherry ”are specified. In other words, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and “star” is not determined as the winning area in the third probability variable gaming state.

Therefore, in the third probability variable gaming state winning area determination table, the types determined as the winning area are the same as those in the general gaming state winning area determination table. However, in the third probability variable gaming state winning area determination table, the “first BB” and “second BB” winning areas are set larger than the general gaming state winning area determination table. These winning areas are determined with higher probability than in the gaming state.
As a result, in the third probability variation gaming state, the winning combination (including single and duplicate roles) of “first BB” and “second BB” is won with higher probability than in the general gaming state. It has become.

  In addition, in the winning area determination table for the third probability variable gaming state, only the winning areas of “first BB” and “second BB” are set larger than the winning area determination table for general gaming state, The winning area of other valid winning areas (the winning area excluding losing) will not change. Therefore, it is extremely difficult for the player to determine whether the third probability variation gaming state winning area determination table is selected or whether the general gaming state winning area determination table is selected. That is, the gaming machine 1 can create a so-called latent probability changing state that does not allow the player to determine whether the player is in the probability changing gaming state or the general gaming state.

(Winning area determination table for ultra-high probability game state)
The winning area determination table for the ultra-high probability variable gaming state is a winning area determination table selected in the ultra-high probability variable gaming state. In addition, as shown in FIG. 12, the winning area determination table for the ultra-high probability gaming state includes the winning areas “losing”, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum”. ”,“ RB ”,“ RB + Plum ”,“ Bell ”,“ Watermelon ”,“ Plum ”, and“ Cherry ”are specified. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and “star” is not determined as the winning area in the ultra-high probability game state.

  Therefore, in the ultra-high probability gaming state winning area determination table, the type determined as the winning area is the same as the general gaming state winning area determination table. However, in the winning area determination table for the ultra-high probability variable gaming state, the “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum” are compared with the general gaming state winning area determination table. "And" Plum "winning areas are set large, and these winning areas are determined with higher probability than in the general gaming state.

  As a result, in the ultra-high probability game state, compared to the general game state, the winning combination (including single role and double role) of “First BB”, “Second BB”, and “Plum” has a higher probability. It has come to win. Further, in the ultra-high probability variable gaming state, the “first BB”, “second BB”, and “plum” of the first probability variable gaming state, the second probability variable gaming state, and the third probability variable gaming state Winning roles (including single roles and duplicate roles) are won with high probability, and the gaming state is advantageous to the player as compared to these gaming states.

  The first probability variation gaming state wins the winning combination (including single and duplicate roles) of “first BB” and “second BB” with high probability even for the second probability variation gaming state. It is like that. In addition, the first probability variation game state wins the winning combination of “Plum” (including single and duplicate roles) with a high probability even for the third probability variation game state.

(Normal RB gaming state winning area determination table)
The normal RB gaming state winning area determination table is a winning area determination table selected in the normal RB gaming state. Also, in the normal RB gaming state winning area determination table, as shown in FIG. 13 (a), lottery values are defined for the winning areas "Bell", "Watermelon", "Plum", "Cherry", and "Star". Has been. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and in the normal RB gaming state, “losing”, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum” , “RB” and “RB + Plum” are not determined as winning areas.
In the present embodiment, when “star” is determined as the winning combination, the transition to the ultra-high probability game state is confirmed. In addition, when “Star” is determined as the winning combination and the combination of symbols related to the star (“Star” + “Star” + “Star”) is stopped and displayed, the transition to the ultra-high probability variable gaming state is confirmed. It may be.

  Thus, in the normal RB gaming state, any winning combination is always won. Therefore, in the normal RB gaming state, the player can be expected to acquire many medals. Further, in the present embodiment, “losing” is not determined as the winning area of the normal RB gaming state winning area determining table, but this is not restrictive, and “losing” is determined. It doesn't matter if you do.

(Winning area determination table for probability variation RB gaming state)
The winning area determination table for probability variation RB gaming state is a winning area determination table selected in the probability variation RB gaming state. In addition, as shown in FIG. 13B, the winning area determination table for probability variation RB gaming state specifies lottery values for the winning areas “Bell”, “Watermelon”, “Plum”, “Cherry”, and “Star”. Has been. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and in the probability variation RB gaming state, “lost”, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum” , “RB” and “RB + Plum” are not determined as winning areas.

Therefore, in the probability variation RB gaming state, the type determined as the winning area is the same as that in the normal RB gaming state, and, as in the normal RB gaming state, always wins any winning combination. Yes. However, in the probability variation RB gaming state, the “star” winning area is set larger than in the normal RB gaming state, and this winning area is determined with a higher probability than in the normal RB gaming state. Yes.
Thereby, in the probability variation RB gaming state, the winning combination of “star” is won with higher probability than in the normal RB gaming state. For this reason, in the probability variation RB gaming state, the transition to the ultra-high probability variation gaming state is easier than in the normal RB gaming state.

  Further, in the probability variation RB gaming state, the player can be expected to acquire more medals than in the normal RB gaming state. In the present embodiment, “losing” is not determined as the winning area of the winning area determination table for probability variation RB gaming state, but this is not restrictive, and “losing” is determined. You may make it.

(Normal first BB gaming state winning area determination table)
The normal first BB gaming state winning area determination table is a winning area determination table selected in the normal first BB gaming state. Further, in the normal first BB gaming state winning area determination table, as shown in FIG. 14A, lottery values are defined in the winning areas “lost” and “bell”. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and in the normal first BB gaming state, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum”, “ “RB”, “RB + Plum”, “Watermelon”, “Plum”, “Cherry”, and “Star” are not determined as winning areas.

  In this way, in the normal first BB gaming state, either the winning area “losing” or “bell” is selected, and each probability is “½”. . Here, as described above, in the case of “losing”, there is no payout of medals, and “14” medals are paid out when the combination of symbols related to “Bell” is displayed on the active line. Therefore, in the normal first BB gaming state, the expected medal acquisition value of the player per game is “7” (net increase “4”).

(Special First BB Game State Winning Area Determination Table)
The special first BB gaming state winning area determination table is a winning area determination table selected in the special first BB gaming state. Further, in the special first BB gaming state winning area determination table, as shown in FIG. 14B, lottery values are defined in the winning areas “lost”, “bell”, and “star”. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”. In the special first BB gaming state, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum”, “ “RB”, “RB + Plum”, “Watermelon”, “Plum”, and “Cherry” are not determined as winning areas.

  Therefore, in the special first BB gaming state, the type determined as the winning area is normally won in the “star” in addition to the first BB gaming state. As a result, in the special first BB gaming state, it is possible to shift to the ultra-high probability variable gaming state, which is not possible in the normal first BB gaming state.

  As described above, when the symbol combination related to “star” is displayed on the active line, “15” medals are paid out. Therefore, in the special first BB gaming state, the player can be expected to acquire more medals than in the normal first BB gaming state. That is, in the special first BB gaming state, the expected medal acquisition value of the player per game is “7.125” (> “7”).

(Normal second BB gaming state winning area determination table)
The normal second BB gaming state winning area determination table is a winning area determination table selected in the normal second BB gaming state. Further, in the normal second BB gaming state winning area determination table, as shown in FIG. 15A, a lottery value is defined for the winning area “watermelon”. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and in the normal second BB gaming state, “lost”, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB +” “Plum”, “RB”, “RB + Plum”, “Bell”, “Plum”, “Cherry”, and “Star” are not determined as winning areas.

  Thus, in the normal second BB gaming state, the winning area “watermelon” is always selected. As described above, when the symbol combination related to “watermelon” is displayed on the active line, “7” medals are paid out. That is, in the normal second BB gaming state, the expected medal acquisition value of the player per game is “7” (net increase “4”).

  Therefore, in the normal second BB gaming state, the expected medal acquisition value of the player per game is the same as that in the normal first BB gaming state. However, in the normal second BB gaming state, there is always a payout of “7” medals in one game, whereas in the normal first BB gaming state, “14” medals in one game. Whether or not there is a payout or medal payout.

Here, in the present embodiment, the BB game state end condition does not end with a predetermined medal payout number, but uses a predetermined number of games, specifically, “64” games in the BB game state. When the game is digested, the BB gaming state is terminated. Therefore, in the normal first BB gaming state, the expected value for medal acquisition is the same “448” (“7” × “64” game: net increase “256” == “=” in the normal second BB gaming state. 4 "x" 64 "games), but a maximum of" 896 "(" 14 "x" 64 "games) medals can be obtained. Therefore, in the normal first BB gaming state, the interest can be improved in each game for the player. In addition, since such a normal first BB game state and a normal second BB game state are provided, it is possible to increase interest in whether the first BB game is selected or the second BB game is selected. , Can improve the interest in games.
In the present embodiment, the expected value for medal acquisition in the normal first BB gaming state and the expected medal acquisition value in the normal second BB gaming state are the same. However, the present invention is not limited to this. In the state, the expected medal acquisition values may be substantially the same so that the acquisition of medals can be expected substantially equally.

(Special 2nd BB gaming state winning area determination table)
The special second BB gaming state winning area determination table is a winning area determination table selected in the special second BB gaming state. Also, in the special second BB gaming state winning area determination table, as shown in FIG. 15B, lottery values are defined in the winning areas “watermelon” and “star”. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”. In the special first BB gaming state, “losing”, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB +” “Plum”, “RB”, “RB + Plum”, “Bell”, “Plum”, and “Cherry” are not determined as winning areas.

  Accordingly, in the special second BB gaming state, the type determined as the winning area is normally won in the “star” in addition to the second BB gaming state. Thereby, in the special second BB gaming state, it is possible to shift to the ultra-high probability variable gaming state, which is not possible in the normal second BB gaming state.

  Here, similarly to the above, when the symbol combination related to “star” is displayed on the active line, “15” medals are paid out. Therefore, in the special second BB gaming state, the player can be expected to acquire more medals than in the normal second BB gaming state. That is, in the special second BB gaming state, the expected medal acquisition value of the player per game is “7.125” (> “7”).

  Therefore, in the special second BB gaming state, the expected medal acquisition value of the player per game is the same as that of the special first BB gaming state. However, in the special second BB gaming state, “7” or “15” medals are paid out in one game, whereas in the special first BB gaming state, “ Whether 14 ”or“ 15 ”medals are paid out or no medal is paid out.

  Therefore, in the special second BB gaming state, “7” or more medals are promised, and “15” medals can be acquired if lucky. On the other hand, in the special first BB gaming state, the probability that “15” medals can be acquired is the same as that in the special second BB gaming state, but in other cases, “14” medals are acquired or medals are acquired. None. Therefore, in the special first BB gaming state, the interest can be improved in each game for the player. Since the special first BB game state and the special second BB game state are provided, the first BB game is selected in the same manner as in the normal first BB game state and the normal second BB game state. Or whether the second BB game is selected, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  In addition, the winning area determination table for the general gaming state, the winning area determination table for the first probability variation gaming state, the winning area determination table for the second probability variation gaming state, the winning area determination table for the third probability variation gaming state, and the ultra high probability variation gaming state Winning area determination table, normal RB gaming state winning area determination table, probability variation RB gaming state winning area determination table, normal first BB gaming state winning area determination table, special first BB gaming state winning area determination table, normal The second BB gaming state winning area determination table and the special second BB gaming state winning area determination table may be collectively referred to as “winning area determination table”.

  Also, the first probability variable gaming state winning area determination table, the second probability variable gaming state winning area determination table, the third probability variable gaming state winning area determination table, and the ultra-high probability variable gaming state winning area determination table are collectively referred to. May be described as “a winning area determination table for probability variation gaming state”. In addition, the normal RB gaming state winning area determination table and the probability variation RB gaming state winning area determination table may be collectively referred to as “RB gaming state winning area determination table”. In addition, the normal first BB gaming state winning area determination table and the special first BB gaming state winning area determination table may be collectively referred to as “first BB gaming state winning area determination table”. . In addition, the normal second BB gaming state winning area determination table and the special second BB gaming state winning area determination table may be collectively referred to as “second BB gaming state winning area determination table”. .

  Further, the first BB gaming state winning area determination table and the second BB gaming state winning area determination table may be collectively referred to as “BB gaming state winning area determination table”. In addition, the normal first BB gaming state winning area determination table and the normal second BB gaming state winning area determination table may be collectively referred to as “normal BB gaming state winning area determination table”. In addition, the special first BB gaming state winning area determination table and the special second BB gaming state winning area determination table may be collectively referred to as “special BB gaming state winning area determination table”.

  Furthermore, the RB gaming state winning area determination table and the BB gaming state winning area determination table may be collectively referred to as “bonus gaming state winning area determination table”. In addition, the normal RB gaming state winning area determination table and the normal BB gaming state winning area determination table may be collectively referred to as a “normal bonus gaming state winning area determination table”. In addition, the winning area determination table for probability variation RB gaming state and the winning area determination table for special BB gaming state may be collectively referred to as “special bonus gaming state winning area determination table”.

  In the present embodiment, “losing” is not determined as the winning area in the normal RB gaming state, the probability variation RB gaming state, the normal second BB gaming state, and the special second BB gaming state. This is a gaming state that is relatively advantageous to the player as compared to the general gaming state. In addition, in the normal first BB gaming state and the special first BB gaming state, the probability of “losing” being determined as a winning area is lower than the general gaming state, and the number of payouts when winning a winning combination Therefore, the game state is relatively advantageous for the player.

(Priority table)
Next, the priority order table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The priority table is provided in the main ROM 302. As shown in FIG. 16, in the priority order table, the winning combination relating to the pull-in and the priority order are defined. The main CPU 301 determines which symbol related to the symbol combination of which internal winning combination is given priority as a display combination based on this priority.

(Game state transition decision table)
Next, the gaming state transition determination table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The gaming state transition determination table is stored in the main ROM 302, and the current winning combination winning status, the gaming state of the transition destination after the transition condition is established, and the number of games in the probability variation gaming state to be given, It stipulates. The current winning status of the winning combination is the winning status for a specific winning combination after shifting to a predetermined gaming state (in the present embodiment, the general gaming state). Specifically, whether or not the winning role “Star” (winning area = “11”) is won, and if the winning role “Star” is not won, ) ”(Winning area =“ 03 ”), winning role“ Red Seven (single role) ”(winning area =“ 01 ”) or winning role“ blue seven (double role) ”(winning area = “04”), winning the winning role “Ao Seven (single role)” (winning area = “02”), or winning role “RB (double role)” (winning area = “06”) Whether or not the winning combination “RB (single combination)” (winning area = “05”) is won.

Further, when the winning combination “star” (winning area = “11”) is won, the game is shifted to the ultra-high probability variable gaming state and the “100” game is given as the probability changing gaming state.
In addition, if the winning role “Star” is not won and the winning role “Red Seven (Duplicate)” (winning area = “03”) is won, the game shifts to the first probability variation game state and the probability variation game. A “100” game is given as a state. Further, when the winning combination “Red Seven (single combination)” (winning area = “01”) is won, the game is shifted to the first probability variable gaming state, and “50” game is given as the probability varying gaming state. If the winning combination “Blue Seven (Duplicate)” (winning area = “04”) is won, the game is shifted to the first probability variable gaming state, and the “50” game is given as the probability varying gaming state. Further, when the winning combination “Blue Seven (single role)” (winning area = “02”) is won, the game is shifted to the second probability variable gaming state, and “50” game is given as the probability varying gaming state. Further, when the winning combination “RB (duplicate combination)” (winning area = “06”) is won, the game is shifted to the third probability variable gaming state, and “50” game is given as the probability varying gaming state. In addition, when the winning combination “RB (single combination)” (winning area = “05”) is won, the state is shifted to the general gaming state.

(Game state transition diagram)
Next, based on FIG. 18, a game state transition diagram will be described.

  The gaming state transition diagram defines (a) the current gaming state, (b) the gaming state transition condition, and (c) the transition destination gaming state when the gaming state transition condition is satisfied. Here, in the present embodiment, when the current gaming state is the general gaming state, the main CPU 301 performs control to shift the gaming state from the general gaming state to the bonus gaming state based on the bonus winning. Do.

  On the other hand, when the current gaming state is the bonus gaming state based on the red seven double winning combination, the main CPU 301 performs control to shift the gaming state from the bonus gaming state to the first certain change gaming state by the end of the bonus. In addition, when the current gaming state is the bonus gaming state based on the red seven single role winning, the main CPU 301 performs control to shift the gaming state from the bonus gaming state to the first certain change gaming state by the end of the bonus.

  In addition, when the current gaming state is a bonus gaming state based on the blue seven double winning combination, the main CPU 301 performs control to shift the gaming state from the bonus gaming state to the first certain change gaming state upon completion of the bonus. In addition, when the current gaming state is a bonus gaming state based on the blue seven single role winning, the main CPU 301 performs control to shift the gaming state from the bonus gaming state to the second certain change gaming state by the end of the bonus.

  In addition, when the current gaming state is a bonus gaming state based on the RB duplicated winning combination, the main CPU 301 performs control to shift the gaming state from the bonus gaming state to the third certain change gaming state by the end of the bonus. In addition, when the current gaming state is the bonus gaming state based on the RB single role winning, the main CPU 301 performs control to shift the gaming state from the bonus gaming state to the general gaming state by the end of the bonus.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 301 wins the star role in the bonus game state in any bonus game state, the main CPU 301 performs control to shift the game state from the bonus game state to the ultra-high probability change game state by the end of the bonus. Do.

  The main CPU 301 uses the predetermined number of games when the current gaming state is the first probability variation gaming state, the second probability variation gaming state, the third probability variation gaming state, or the ultra-high probability variation gaming state. Based on this, control is performed to shift the gaming state from the probability-changing gaming state to the general gaming state.

  On the other hand, if the current game state is the first probability variation game state, the second probability variation game state, the third probability variation game state, or the ultra-high probability variation game state, the game state is determined as a bonus winning. Is controlled from each probability variation gaming state to the bonus gaming state.

  In the following, the general game state and the bonus game state may be referred to as “non-probability variable game state”, and the first probability variable game state, the second probability variable game state, the third probability variable game state, and the ultra-high probability variable game. The state may be collectively referred to as “probability game state”.

(List of states managed by sub control board)
Next, a list of states managed by the sub control board will be described based on FIG.

  The state list managed by the sub-control board defines the state name and the number corresponding to each state name. In this embodiment, the state number is “01”, “normal state”, and the state number is A “probability change state” of “02” and a “bonus state” of a state number “03” are defined.

(Direction decision table)
Next, the effect determination table will be described based on FIG.

  The effect determination table is provided in the sub ROM 404 and is provided for determining the effects to be performed in each state. Specifically, “production No.” and production contents corresponding to “production No.” are defined. In the effect determination table, conditions for executing effects such as a state managed by the sub CPU 402 are defined.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the effect determination table includes (a) a normal state effect determination table used when the state managed by the sub CPU 402 is a normal state, and (b) a state managed by the sub CPU 402. There is provided a probability change state effect determination table used when is in the probability change state, and (c) a bonus effect determination table used when the state managed by the sub CPU 402 is in the bonus state. In addition, although the said production | presentation determination table shall be provided according to a state, it is not restricted to this, A unified production | presentation determination table is used and production No. is shown as needed. May be changed. In addition, each effect in the effect determination table has effects for each start time, each reel stop time, each display combination determination time, and the like.

(Program start processing by the main control board 300)
Next, a program start process performed by the main control board 300 will be described with reference to FIG. Note that the program start process is a process performed based on the power switch 511sw being turned on.

(Step S1)
In step S1, the main CPU 301 performs an initial setting process. Specifically, a table address for setting the internal register of the gaming machine 1 is set, and a process of setting the register address is performed based on the table. Then, when the process of step S1 ends, the process proceeds to step S2.

(Step S2)
In step S2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the setting change switch is ON. Here, in the present embodiment, the setting change switch 37sw is turned on by turning a predetermined angle while a setting changing key (not shown) is inserted into the keyhole. Therefore, in step S2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the setting change key (not shown) is rotated by a predetermined angle in a state where the key is inserted into the keyhole. If it is determined that the setting change switch is ON (step S2 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S3. If it is determined that the setting change switch is OFF (step S2 = No) ), The process proceeds to step S5.

(Step S3)
In step S3, the main CPU 301 performs a setting change process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 switches the setting value displayed on the setting display unit 36 based on the detection of the operation of the setting change button 37 by the setting change switch 37sw, or the start switch 10sw is a start lever. Based on the detection of the ten operations, the setting value displayed on the setting display unit 36 is confirmed. Then, when the process of step S3 ends, the process proceeds to step S4.

(Step S4)
In step S4, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a setting change command. Specifically, a process of setting a setting change command having information related to the setting value determined in step S 3 in an effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is performed. Then, when the process of step S4 ends, the process proceeds to the main loop process of FIG.

(Step S5)
In step S5, the main CPU 301 performs a power interruption recovery process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 displays the saved register value and the saved stack pointer value when power supply is started after the power supply to the gaming machine 1 is cut off. Perform processing to restore. In the power interruption recovery process, an initialization process of the main RAM 303 is performed. Then, when the process of step S5 ends, the process proceeds to the main loop process of FIG.

(Main loop processing)
Next, the main loop process will be described with reference to FIG.

(Step S101)
In step S101, the main CPU 301 performs an initialization process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a stack pointer and initializing the main RAM 303. Note that the process of step S101 is an initialization process performed for each game. Then, when the process of step S101 ends, the process proceeds to step S102.

(Step S102)
In step S102, the main CPU 301 performs a game start management process. Specifically, a process for clearing the payout number and a process for setting the current gaming state are performed. The main CPU 301 performs overflow display processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 pays out via the relay board 200 based on the fact that the auxiliary storage unit full tank sensor 530s detects that a predetermined number of medals are stored in the auxiliary storage unit 530. A process of displaying a predetermined error by the number display 27 is performed. Then, when the process of step S102 ends, the process proceeds to step S103.

(Step S103)
In step S103, the main CPU 301 performs medal acceptance start processing. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs an automatic medal insertion process and the like when the equal winning combination is won. Details of the medal acceptance start process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S103 ends, the process proceeds to step S104.

(Step S104)
In step S104, the main CPU 301 performs a setting value confirmation process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of reading the setting value stored in the setting value storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S104 ends, the process proceeds to step S105.

(Step S105)
In step S105, the main CPU 301 performs medal management processing. In the processing, the main CPU 301 performs processing for checking whether or not a medal has been inserted into the medal insertion slot 6. Then, when the process of step S105 ends, the process proceeds to step S106.

(Step S106)
In step S106, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the insertion number counter is “3”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value stored in the inserted number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “3”. If it is determined that the value of the inserted number counter is “3” (step S106 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S107, and it is determined that the value of the inserted number counter is not “3”. (Step S106 = No), the process proceeds to Step S104.

(Step S107)
In step S107, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the start switch is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the value stored in the start switch storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is ON. If it is determined that the start switch is ON (step S107 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108. If it is determined that the start switch is not ON (step S107 = No), the process proceeds to step S108. The process proceeds to S104.

(Step S108)
In step S108, the main CPU 301 performs an internal lottery process. In the process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining a winning area by lottery. Details of the internal lottery process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S108 ends, the process proceeds to step S109.

(Step S109)
In step S109, the main CPU 301 performs a symbol code setting process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process for setting a bonus flag and the like based on the winning combination determined by the process in step S108. Details of the symbol code setting process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S109 ends, the process proceeds to step S110.

(Step S110)
In step S110, the main CPU 301 performs a game number management process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a subtraction process for the number of games, etc., when the game state is a probability variation gaming state. Details of the game number management process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S110 ends, the process proceeds to step S111.

(Step S111)
In step S111, the main CPU 301 performs reel rotation start preparation processing. Details of the reel rotation start preparation process will be described later. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process for setting a minimum one game time. Then, when the process of step S111 ends, the process proceeds to step S112.

(Step S112)
In step S112, the main CPU 301 performs reel stop pre-processing. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a pull-in prediction process for the rotating reel 17 and the like. Then, when the process of step S112 ends, the process proceeds to step S113. In the pull-in prediction process, first, an initial value of the virtual stop position is set, and a process of acquiring the pull-in priority is performed. If the stop position is not “00”, the stop position is corrected, and the pull-in priority is stored. Processing is performed.

(Step S113)
In step S113, the main CPU 301 performs a reel rotation flag setting process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of turning on a reel rotation flag in the reel status flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Here, the reel state flag storage area is provided corresponding to each of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c. The reel status flag is used to determine whether the left reel 17a, middle reel 17b, and right reel 17c are rotating. For example, when the reel rotation flag corresponding to each of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c is all ON, the main CPU 301 indicates that all of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c are rotating. Judge that there is. Then, when the process of step S113 ends, the process proceeds to step S114.

(Step S114)
In step S114, the main CPU 301 performs processing for clearing the operable state flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for turning off the operable state flag in the operable state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Here, the operable state flag is provided corresponding to each of the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13. The operable state flag is used to determine whether the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13 can be stopped. For example, when the operable state flags corresponding to the left stop button 11, middle stop button 12, and right stop button 13 are all OFF, the main CPU 301 displays the left stop button 11, middle stop button 12, right stop button 13. Are all determined to be impossible to stop. When the operable state flags corresponding to the left stop button 11, middle stop button 12, and right stop button 13 are all ON, the main CPU 301 determines that the left stop button 11, middle stop button 12, right stop button 13 It is determined that all of the above can be stopped. Then, when the process of step S114 ends, the process proceeds to step S115.

(Step S115)
In step S115, the main CPU 301 performs a reel rotation start process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 drives the left stepping motor 101, the middle stepping motor 102, and the right stepping motor 103 via the reel control board 100, thereby determining the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c. Performs processing to set data for fast rotation. Then, when the process of step S115 ends, the process proceeds to step S116.

(Step S116)
In step S116, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting an operable state flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of turning on the operable state flag in the operable state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S116 ends, the process proceeds to step S117.

(Step S117)
In step S117, the main CPU 301 performs processing during reel rotation. In this process, the main CPU 301 detects that the left stop switch 11sw, the middle stop switch 12sw, and the right stop switch 13sw have detected a stop operation on the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13 by the player. Control for stopping the rotation of the corresponding left reel 17a, middle reel 17b, and right reel 17c is performed. Details of the reel rotation processing will be described later. Then, when the process of step S117 ends, the process proceeds to step S118.

(Step S118)
In step S118, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not all reels have stopped. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not all of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c are stopped based on the value of the operable state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Process. If it is determined that all reels are stopped (step S118 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S119, and if any reel is determined not to be stopped (step S118 = No). ), The process proceeds to step S117, and the same process is repeated until all reels stop.

(Step S119)
In step S119, the main CPU 301 performs display determination processing. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of calculating the number of payouts according to the winning symbol combination. Details of the display determination process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S119 ends, the process proceeds to step S120.

(Step S120)
In step S120, the main CPU 301 performs a payout process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of paying out medals by driving the hopper 520 via the power supply substrate 500. Then, when the process of step S120 ends, the process proceeds to step S121.

(Step S121)
In step S121, the main CPU 301 performs a gaming state transition process. In the process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of shifting the gaming state based on the combination of symbols displayed on the active line. Details of the game state transition processing will be described later. Then, when the process of step S121 ends, the process proceeds to step S101, and the main loop process is repeatedly executed.

(Medal reception start processing)
Next, based on FIG. 23, the medal acceptance start process performed by the process of step S103 of FIG. 22 will be described. FIG. 23 is a diagram showing a subroutine for medal acceptance start processing.

(Step S103-1)
In step S103-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the equal prize winning flag is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the equal prize winning flag is ON based on the value of the equal prize winning flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. If it is determined that the equal winning combination winning flag is ON (step S103-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S103-2, and it is determined that the equal winning combination winning flag is not ON. In this case (step S103-1 = No), the medal acceptance start process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main loop process.

(Step S103-2)
In step S103-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting an automatic charging initial timer. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “355” to a timer counter provided in the main RAM 303 in order to provide a standby time for automatically inserting medals used in the previous game. Then, when the process of step S103-2 is completed, the process proceeds to step S103-3.

(Step S103-3)
In step S103-3, the main CPU 301 performs timer wait processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of waiting until the value set in the timer counter becomes “0” by the process of step S103-2 or the process of step S103-8 described later. Then, when the process of step S103-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S103-4.

(Step S103-4)
In step S <b> 103-4, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the equality role display lamp 29 is lit. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the equality role display lamp lighting flag of the lamp-related data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is ON, so that the equality role display lamp 29 is turned on. A process of determining whether or not it is in the middle is performed. If it is determined that the equal role display lamp 29 is lit (step S103-4 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S103-6, and the equal role display lamp 29 is not lit. Is determined (step S103-4 = No), the process proceeds to step S103-5.

(Step S103-5)
In step S103-5, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting an automatic medal insertion command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the medal automatic insertion command in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 in order to transmit the automatic medal insertion command to the sub-control board 400. Here, the “medal automatic insertion command” is a command having information indicating that a medal used in the previous game is automatically inserted. Further, the main CPU 301 turns on the equal role display lamp lighting flag in the lamp-related data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 and sets the equal role display lamp lighting command in the lamp control data storage area. Then, when the process of step S103-5 ends, the process proceeds to step S103-6.

(Step S103-6)
In step S103-6, the main CPU 301 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the insertion number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303 with the upper limit being the number of medals used in the previous game. Then, when the process of step S103-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S103-7.

(Step S103-7)
In step S103-7, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the insertion number counter is “3”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 adds “1” to the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303 by the process of step S103-6, and as a result, the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is obtained. It is determined whether or not “3” has been reached. When it is determined that the value of the inserted number counter is “3” (step S103-7 = Yes), the medal acceptance start process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main loop process. . On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the inserted number counter is not “3” (step S103-7 = No), the process proceeds to step S103-8.

(Step S103-8)
In step S103-8, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting an automatic insertion interval timer. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “71” to a timer counter provided in the main RAM 303 in order to provide an interval for automatically inserting medals used in the previous game. Then, when the process of step S103-8 ends, the process proceeds to step S103-3.

(Medal management process)
Next, based on FIG. 24, the medal management process performed by the process of step S105 of FIG. 22 will be described. FIG. 24 shows a medal management process subroutine.

(Step S105-1)
In step S105-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the equal prize winning flag is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the equal prize winning flag in the equal prize winning flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is ON. Note that the equal winning combination winning flag is set to ON when winning in the equal winning combination is determined in the display determination process in step S119 (details will be described later). If it is determined that the equal prize winning flag is ON (step S105-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-11. On the other hand, if it is determined that the equal prize winning flag is not ON (step S105-1 = No), the process proceeds to step S105-2.

(Step S105-2)
In step S105-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not a medal has been inserted. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the medal insertion is detected by the medal sensor 16s. If a medal is inserted (step S105-2 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-3, and if it is determined that no medal is inserted (step S105-2 = No). Then, the process proceeds to step S105-4.

(Step S105-3)
In step S105-3, the main CPU 301 performs a medal insertion check process described later. In this process, the main CPU 301 determines the value of the input number counter provided in the main RAM 303 based on the value of the input number counter provided in the main RAM 303 or the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Also, processing for adding the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is performed. When the process of step S105-3 is completed, the medal management process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S106 of the main loop process.

(Step S105-4)
In step S105-4, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “1” as the insertion request number. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “1” as the requested number of sheets in the register. Then, when the process of step S105-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-5.

(Step S105-5)
In step S105-5, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the BET switch is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing to determine whether or not an operation of the 1BET button 7 by the player is detected by the 1BET switch 7sw. If it is determined that the BET switch is ON (step S105-5 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-8, and if it is determined that the BET switch is not ON (step S105). −5 = No), the process proceeds to step S105-6.

(Step S105-6)
In step S105-6, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting “3” as the requested number of sheets to be inserted. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “3” as the requested number of sheets in the register. Then, when the process of step S105-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-7.

(Step S105-7)
In step S105-7, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the MAX-BET switch is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not an operation of the MAX-BET button 8 by the player is detected by the MAX-BET switch 8sw. When it is determined that the MAX-BET switch is ON (step S105-7 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-8, and when it is determined that the MAX-BET switch is not ON. (Step S105-7 = No), the process proceeds to Step S105-11.

(Step S105-8)
In step S105-8, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the insertion number counter is “3”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “3”. If it is determined that the value of the inserted number counter is “3” (step S105-8 = Yes), the medal management process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S106 of the main loop process. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the inserted number counter is not “3” (step S105-8 = No), the process proceeds to step S105-9.

(Step S105-9)
In step S105-9, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the stored number counter is “1” or more. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “1” or more. If it is determined that the value of the stored number counter is “1” or more (step S105-9 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-10, and the value of the stored number counter is “1” or more. If it is determined that this is not the case (step S105-9 = No), the medal management process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S106 of the main loop process.

(Step S105-10)
In step S105-10, the main CPU 301 performs a stored medal insertion process, which will be described later. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of adding the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303 based on the value of the required number of insertions stored in the register. When the process of step S105-10 ends, the medal management process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S106 of the main loop process.

(Step S105-11)
In step S105-11, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the checkout switch is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not an operation of the payment button 9 by the player is detected by the payment switch 9sw. If it is determined that the settlement switch is ON (step S105-11 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-12, and if it is determined that the settlement switch is not ON (step S105). −11 = No), the medal management process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S106 of the main loop process.

(Step S105-12)
In step S105-12, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the stored number counter is “1” or more. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “1” or more. If it is determined that the value of the stored number counter is “1” or more (step S105-12 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-13, and the value of the stored number counter is “1” or more. If it is determined that this is not the case (step S105-12 = No), the medal management process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S106 of the main loop process.

(Step S105-13)
In step S105-13, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a settlement start command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the settlement start command in an effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 in order to transmit the settlement start command to the sub-control board 400. . Here, the “settlement start command” is a command having information or the like indicating that a settlement process for returning medals stored in the gaming machine 1 to the player is started. Then, when the process of step S105-13 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-14.

(Step S105-14)
In step S105-14, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the insertion number counter is “1” or more. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “1” or more. If it is determined that the value of the input number counter is “1” or more (step S105-14 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-15, and the value of the input number counter is “1” or more. If it is determined that this is not the case (step S105-14 = No), the process proceeds to step S105-18.

(Step S105-15)
In step S105-15, the main CPU 301 performs inserted medal settlement processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 controls to return “1” medal by driving the hopper 520 via the power supply board 500 in order to return the bet medal to the player. Then, when the process of step S105-15 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-16.

(Step S105-16)
In step S105-16, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the insertion number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S105-16 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-17.

(Step S105-17)
In step S105-17, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the insertion number counter is “0”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 subtracts “1” from the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303 by the process of step S105-16, so that the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is obtained. A process of determining whether or not “0” has been reached is performed. If it is determined that the value of the inserted number counter is “0” (step S105-17 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-19, and the value of the inserted number counter is not “0”. Is determined (step S105-17 = No), the process proceeds to step S105-15, and the same process is repeated until the bet medal is returned to the player.

(Step S105-18)
In step S105-18, the main CPU 301 performs a stored medal settlement process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 controls to return “1” medals by driving the hopper 520 via the power supply board 500 in order to return the medals stored in the gaming machine 1 to the player. I do. Then, “1” is subtracted from the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303, and as a result of performing the processing, it is determined whether or not the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “0”. The same processing is repeatedly executed until it is determined that the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “0”. Then, when the process of step S105-18 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-19.

(Step S105-19)
In step S105-19, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a settlement end command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the settlement end command in the effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 in order to transmit the settlement end command to the sub-control board 400. . Here, the “payment end command” is a command having information indicating that the medal stored in the gaming machine 1 has been returned to the player. When the process of step S105-19 ends, the medal management process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S106 of the main loop process.

(Medal insertion check process)
Next, based on FIG. 25, the medal insertion check process performed by the process of step S105-3 in FIG. 24 will be described. FIG. 25 shows a subroutine for medal insertion check processing.

(Step S105-3-1)
In step S105-3-1, the main CPU 301 performs medal passage monitoring start processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of starting a medal passage monitoring process for determining whether or not a normal medal has been inserted by the selector 16. Then, when the process of step S105-3-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-3-2.

(Step S105-3-2)
In step S105-3-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether an error has been detected. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not an error has been detected in the medal passage monitoring processing in step S105-3-1. If it is determined that an error has been detected (step S105-3-2 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-3-9. If it is determined that no error has been detected ( The process proceeds to step S105-3-2 = No) and step S105-3-3.

(Step S105-3-3)
In step S105-3-3, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the medal passage monitoring process has ended. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the medal passage monitoring process started in step S105-3-1 has ended. If it is determined that the medal passage monitoring process has ended (step S105-3-3 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-3-4, and it is determined that the medal passage monitoring process has not ended. If it is determined (step S105-3-3 = No), the process proceeds to step S105-3-1 and the same process is executed until the medal passage monitoring process ends.

(Step S105-3-4)
In step S105-3-4, the main CPU 301 performs processing to determine whether or not the medal insertion number is a MAX value. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the inserted number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “3” and the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “50”. Processing to determine is performed. If it is determined that the medal inserted number is the MAX value (step S105-3-4 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-3-8, and it is determined that the medal inserted number is not the MAX value. If it is determined (step S105-3-4 = No), the process proceeds to step S105-3-5.

(Step S105-3-5)
In step S105-3-5, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the insertion number counter is “3”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “3”. If it is determined that the value of the inserted number counter is “3” (step S105-3-5 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-3-7, where the value of the inserted number counter is “3”. If it is determined that it is not “3” (step S105-3-5 = No), the process proceeds to step S105-3-6.

(Step S105-3-6)
In step S105-3-6, the main CPU 301 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the insertion number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S105-3-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-3-8.

(Step S105-3-7)
In step S105-3-7, the main CPU 301 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the stored number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S105-3-7 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-3-8.

(Step S105-3-8)
In step S105-3-8, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a medal insertion command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the medal insertion command in an effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 in order to transmit the medal insertion command to the sub-control board 400. . Here, the “medal insertion command” is a command having information indicating that a normal medal has been inserted into the medal insertion slot 6. When the process of step S105-3-8 ends, the medal insertion check process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S106 of the main loop process.

(Step S105-3-9)
In step S105-3-9, the main CPU 301 performs a medal insertion error detection process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for displaying error information on the payout number display 27 and the like. In addition, a medal insertion error command having information indicating that a medal insertion error has been detected is set in an effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303. When the process of step S105-3-9 ends, the medal insertion check process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S106 of the main loop process.

(Storage medal insertion process)
Next, based on FIG. 26, the stored medal insertion process performed by the process of step S105-10 of FIG. 24 will be described. FIG. 26 is a diagram showing a subroutine of stored medal insertion processing.

(Step S105-10-1)
In step S <b> 105-10-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the stored number counter is equal to or more than the requested number of sheets. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is equal to or larger than the requested number of sheets stored in the register. If it is determined that the value of the stored number counter is equal to or greater than the requested number of inputs (step S105-10-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S105-10-3, and the value of the stored number counter is If it is determined that the number is not equal to or greater than the requested number of insertions (step S105-10-1 = No), the process proceeds to step S105-10-2.

(Step S105-10-2)
In step S105-10-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the value of the stored number counter to the requested number of input sheets. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303 to the value of the requested number of insertions stored in the register. Then, when the process of step S105-10-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-10-3.

(Step S105-10-3)
In step S105-10-3, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a BET command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the BET command in an effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 in order to transmit the BET command to the sub control board 400. Here, the “BET command” is a command having information indicating that a stored medal has been inserted by operating the 1 BET button 7 and the MAX-BET button 8. Then, when the process of step S105-10-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-10-4.

(Step S105-10-4)
In step S105-10-4, the main CPU 301 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the insertion number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the insertion number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S105-10-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-10-5.

(Step S105-10-5)
In step S105-10-5, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the requested number of sheets to be inserted. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the number of requested insertions stored in the register. Then, when the process of step S105-10-5 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-10-6.

(Step S105-10-6)
In step S105-10-6, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the stored number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the stored number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S105-10-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S105-10-7.

(Step S105-10-7)
In step S <b> 105-10-7, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the insertion request number is “0”. Specifically, as a result of subtracting “1” from the value of the number of requested insertions stored in the register by the processing of step S105-10-5, the main CPU 301 obtains the value of the number of requested insertions stored in the register. A process of determining whether or not “0” has been reached is performed. If it is determined that the value of the requested number of insertions is “0” (step S105-10-7 = Yes), the stored medal insertion process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S106 of the main loop process. If it is determined that the value of the number of requested insertions is not “0” (step S105-10-7 = No), the process proceeds to step S105-10-4.

(Internal lottery process)
Next, based on FIG. 27, the internal lottery process performed by the process of step S108 of FIG. 22 will be described. FIG. 27 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the internal lottery process.

(Step S108-1)
In step S108-1, the main CPU 301 performs a hard random number acquisition process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for extracting the random number value generated by the main random number generator 304. Here, when the main CPU 301 extracts the random number value generated by the main random number generator 304, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing it in the winning area determining random value storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S108-1 is completed, the process proceeds to step S108-2.

(Step S108-2)
In step S108-2, the main CPU 301 performs a winning number initial value acquisition process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for obtaining an initial value of a winning number when determining a winning combination. Here, in the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 performs a process of acquiring “11” as the initial value of the winning number and storing it in the register. Then, when the process of step S108-2 is completed, the process proceeds to step S108-3.

(Step S108-3)
In step S108-3, the main CPU 301 performs a winning area determination table setting process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of acquiring a winning area determination table for each gaming state and gaming state based on the value of the gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Details of the winning area determination table setting process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S108-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-4.

(Step S108-4)
In step S108-4, the main CPU 301 performs a lottery data acquisition process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of acquiring a lottery value of a winning area corresponding to the current number of lotteries based on the winning area determination table for each gaming state acquired by the process of step S108-3. For example, in the case of the general gaming state and the set value is “1”, when the number of lotteries is “11”, the lottery value “0” related to “star” is acquired. In the case of the general gaming state and the set value is “1”, when the number of lotteries is “10”, the lottery value “2048” related to “Cherry” is acquired. Then, when the process of step S108-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-5.

(Step S108-5)
In step S108-5, the main CPU 301 performs a lottery calculation process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 corresponds to the current number of lotteries acquired by the processing of step S108-4 from the random number value stored in the winning area determination random value storage area provided in the main RAM 303. The process of subtracting the lottery value of the winning area to be performed is performed, and the process of updating the value of the random number stored in the winning area determining random value storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to the value obtained by the subtraction is performed. . Then, when the process of step S108-5 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-6.

(Step S108-6)
In step S <b> 108-6, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not it has been won. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value stored in the winning area determination random value storage area of the main RAM 303 is a negative value. And when it determines with having been won (step S108-6 = Yes), a process is transferred to step S108-7. On the other hand, when it is determined that the winning is not made (step S108-6 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-9.

(Step S108-7)
In step S108-7, the main CPU 301 performs data storage processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing the winning area determined to be won by the process of step S108-6 in a winning area storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S108-7 is completed, the process proceeds to step S108-8.

(Step S108-8)
In step S108-8, the main CPU 301 performs a probability variation winning determination process. In this process, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the winning change has been won based on the value of the winning area in the winning area storage area stored in step S108-7. Performs processing to set a flag. Details of the probability variation winning determination process will be described later. When the process of step S108-8 ends, the internal lottery process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S109 of the main loop process.

(Step S108-9)
In step S108-9, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the number of lotteries. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value stored in the lottery count storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S108-9 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-10.

(Step S108-10)
In step S108-10, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the number of lotteries is “0”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 subtracts “1” from the value stored in the lottery count storage area provided in the main RAM 303 by the process of step S108-9, so that the value of the lottery count storage area is A process of determining whether or not “0” has been reached is performed. If it is determined that the number of lotteries is “0” (step S108-10 = Yes), the internal lottery process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S109 of the main loop process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the number of lotteries is not “0” (step S108-10 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-4.

  In the present embodiment, when the number of lotteries is “0” (step S108-10 = YES), “00” “losing” is determined as the winning area.

(Winning area determination table setting process)
Next, based on FIG. 28, the winning area determination table setting process performed by the process of step S108-3 in FIG. 27 will be described. FIG. 28 is a diagram showing a subroutine of winning area determination table setting processing.

(Step S108-3-1)
In step S108-3-1, the main CPU 301 acquires a gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for acquiring a gaming state based on the value of the gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S108-3-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-3-2.

(Step S108-3-2)
In step S108-3-2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the BB operating flag is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the first BB operating flag or the second BB operating flag in the bonus operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is ON. If it is determined that the first BB operating flag or the second BB operating flag is ON (step S108-3-2 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-3-3. If it is determined that the one BB operating flag and the second BB operating flag are not ON (step S108-3-2 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-3-10.

(Step S108-3-3)
In step S108-3-3, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag is “1”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303 is “1”. If it is determined that the value of the probability variation winning flag is “1” (step S108-3-3 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-3-4, and the value of the probability variation winning flag is “ If it is determined that it is not “1” (step S108-3-3 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-3-5.

(Step S108-3-4)
In step S108-3-4, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a special first BB gaming state winning area determination table. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the special first BB gaming state winning area determination table stored in the main ROM 302 as a winning area determination table used in the internal lottery process in a register. When the process of step S108-3-4 is completed, the subroutine of the winning area determination table setting process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S108-4 of the internal lottery process.

(Step S108-3-5)
In step S108-3-5, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag is “2”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303 is “2”. If it is determined that the value of the probability variation winning flag is “2” (step S108-3-5 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-3-6, and the value of the probability variation winning flag is “ If it is determined that it is not “2” (step S108-3-5 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-3-7.

(Step S108-3-6)
In step S108-3-6, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting a normal first BB gaming state winning area determination table. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the normal first BB gaming state winning area determination table stored in the main ROM 302 as a winning area determination table used in the internal lottery process in a register. When the processing of step S108-3-6 is completed, the winning area determination table setting process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S108-4 of the internal lottery process.

(Step S108-3-7)
In step S108-3-7, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag is “3”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303 is “3”. If it is determined that the value of the probability variation winning flag is “3” (step S108-3-7 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-3-8, and the value of the probability variation winning flag is “ If it is determined that it is not “3” (step S108-3-7 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-3-9.

(Step S108-3-8)
In step S108-3-8, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a special second BB gaming state winning area determination table. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the special second BB gaming state winning area determination table stored in the main ROM 302 as a winning area determination table used in the internal lottery processing in a register. When the process of step S108-3-8 is completed, the subroutine of the winning area determination table setting process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S108-4 of the internal lottery process.

(Step S108-3-9)
In step S108-3-9, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a normal second BB gaming state winning area determination table. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the normal second BB gaming state winning area determination table stored in the main ROM 302 as a winning area determination table used in the internal lottery processing in a register. When the process of step S108-3-9 is completed, the subroutine of the winning area determination table setting process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S108-4 of the internal lottery process.

(Step S108-3-10)
In step S108-3-10, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the RB operating flag is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the RB operating flag in the bonus operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is ON. If it is determined that the RB operating flag is ON (step S108-3-10 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-3-11, and it is determined that the RB operating flag is not ON. If it is determined (step S108-3-10 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-3-14.

(Step S108-3-11)
In step S108-3-11, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag is not “0”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303 is not “0”. If it is determined that the value of the probability variation winning flag is not “0” (step S108-3-11 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-3-12, and the value of the probability variation winning flag is “0”. "Is determined (step S108-3-11 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-3-13.

(Step S108-3-12)
In step S108-3-12, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a winning area determination table for probability variation RB gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting a winning area determination table for probability variation RB gaming state stored in the main ROM 302 in a register as a winning area determination table used in the internal lottery process. When the process of step S108-3-12 ends, the subroutine of the winning area determination table setting process ends, and the process proceeds to step S108-4 of the internal lottery process.

(Step S108-3-13)
In step S108-3-13, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a normal RB gaming state winning area determination table. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the normal RB gaming state winning area determination table stored in the main ROM 302 as a winning area determination table used in the internal lottery processing in a register. When the process of step S108-3-13 is completed, the winning area determination table setting process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S108-4 of the internal lottery process.

(Step S108-3-14)
In step S108-3-14, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a winning area determination table corresponding to the gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301, based on the gaming state acquired in step S108-3-1 above, uses the winning area determination table of the corresponding gaming state stored in the main ROM 302 in the internal lottery process. As an area determination table, a process of setting in a register is performed. When the process of step S108-3-14 ends, the winning area determination table setting process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S108-4 of the internal lottery process.

  In the present embodiment, the step S108-3-4, the step S108-3-6, the step S108-3-8, the step S108-3-9, the step S108-3-12, In step S108-3-13 and step S108-3-14, the winning area determination table for each gaming state is temporarily read into the register. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and in the internal lottery process, the winning area Each time the determination table needs to be read, the winning area determination table for each game state stored in the main ROM 302 may be read directly.

(Probability winning determination process)
Next, the probability variation winning determination process performed by the process of step S108-8 of FIG. 27 will be described based on FIG. FIG. 29 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the probability variation winning determination process.

(Step S108-8-1)
In step S108-8-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the winning area won by the internal lottery process is “11” (winning combination = star). Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value stored in the winning area storage area of the main RAM 303 is “11” in step S108-7. If it is determined that the winning area is “11” (step S108-8-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-8-2, and it is determined that the winning area is not “11”. If it is determined (step S108-8-1 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-8-3.

(Step S108-8-2)
In step S108-8-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the probability variation winning flag to “S1”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “S1” to the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S108-8-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-8-13.

(Step S108-8-3)
In step S108-8-3, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the winning area won by the internal lottery process is “03” (winning combination = first BB overlapping combination). Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value stored in the winning area storage area of the main RAM 303 is “03” in step S108-7. If it is determined that the winning area is “03” (step S108-8-3 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-8-4, and it is determined that the winning area is not “03”. If it is determined (step S108-8-3 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-8-5.

(Step S108-8-4)
In step S108-8-4, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the probability variation winning flag to “1”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “1” to the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S108-8-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-8-13.

(Step S108-8-5)
In step S108-8-5, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the winning area won by the internal lottery process is “01” (winning combination = first BB single combination). Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value stored in the winning area storage area of the main RAM 303 is “01” in step S108-7. If it is determined that the winning area is “01” (step S108-8-5 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-8-6, and it is determined that the winning area is not “01”. If it is determined (step S108-8-5 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-8-7.

(Step S108-8-6)
In step S108-8-6, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the probability variation winning flag to “2”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “2” to the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S108-8-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-8-13.

(Step S108-8-7)
In step S108-8-7, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the winning area won by the internal lottery process is “04” (winning combination = second BB overlapping combination). Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value stored in the winning area storage area of the main RAM 303 is “04” in step S108-7. If it is determined that the winning area is “04” (step S108-8-7 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-8-8, and it is determined that the winning area is not “04”. If it is determined (step S108-8-7 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-8-9.

(Step S108-8-8)
In step S108-8-8, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the probability variation winning flag to “3”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “3” to the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S108-8-8 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-8-13.

(Step S108-8-9)
In step S108-8-9, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the winning area won by the internal lottery process is “02” (winning combination = second BB single combination). Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value stored in the winning area storage area of the main RAM 303 is “02” in step S108-7. If it is determined that the winning area is “02” (step S108-8-9 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-8-10, and it is determined that the winning area is not “02”. If it is determined (step S108-8-9 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-8-11.

(Step S108-8-10)
In step S108-8-10, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the probability variation winning flag to “4”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “4” to the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S108-8-10 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-8-13.

(Step S108-8-11)
In step S108-8-11, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the winning area won by the internal lottery process is “06” (winning combination = RB overlapping combination). Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value stored in the winning area storage area of the main RAM 303 is “06” in step S108-7. If it is determined that the winning area is “06” (step S108-8-11 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S108-8-12, and it is determined that the winning area is not “06”. If it is determined (step S108-8-11 = No), the process proceeds to step S108-8-14.

(Step S108-8-12)
In step S108-8-12, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the probability variation winning flag to “5”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “5” to the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S108-8-12 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-8-13.

(Step S108-8-13)
In step S108-8-13, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a probability variation winning command. Specifically, in order for the main CPU 301 to transmit to the sub-control board 400 a probability variation winning command having information related to the probability variation winning, the probability variation winning command based on the probability variation winning flag is stored in the transmission data for production in the main RAM 303. Perform processing to set the area. Then, when the process of step S108-8-13 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-8-14.

(Step S108-8-14)
In step S108-8-14, the main CPU 301 performs signal type setting processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the type of signal output from the external concentration terminal board 38. Then, when the process of step S108-8-14 ends, the process proceeds to step S108-8-15.

  In step S108-8-14, an example of the type of signal output by the external concentrated terminal board 38 set by the main CPU 301 is given. For example, when the winning area won by the internal lottery process is “11” (winning role = star), the main CPU 301 is configured to output a probability variation winning signal (information relating to probability variation) from the external concentration terminal board 38. Do.

(Step S108-8-15)
In step S108-8-15, the main CPU 301 performs terminal board signal output processing. In this processing, the main CPU 301 performs processing for acquiring the type of signal output from the external concentration terminal board 38 and the like. Specifically, the main CPU 301 acquires the type of signal set in the signal type setting process, and performs an output process of a probability variation winning signal by the external concentrated terminal board 38 as necessary. The probability variation winning signal is output only after “1” pulse or only a few pulses (for example, 0.200 seconds) that can be recognized by the receiving side, and then stops outputting the signal. Then, when the process of step S108-8-15 is completed, the probability variation winning determination process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S109 of the main loop process.

(Design code setting process)
Next, the symbol code setting process performed by the process of step S109 of FIG. 27 will be described based on FIG. FIG. 30 is a diagram showing a subroutine of symbol code setting processing.

(Step S109-1)
In step S109-1, the main CPU 301 performs a winning area acquisition process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for acquiring the value of the winning area storage area of the main RAM 303. In addition, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting an internal winning combination along with acquisition of a winning area. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sets the internal winning combination storing area of the main RAM 303 based on the acquired value of the winning area. For example, if the value of the acquired winning area is “07”, the main CPU 301 sets the value of the bit “3” in the internal winning combination storage area of the main RAM 303 corresponding to the internal winning combination “Bell” to “1”. . Further, if the value of the acquired winning area is “03”, the main CPU 301 sets the value of the bit “0” of the internal winning combination storage area of the main RAM 303 corresponding to the internal winning combination “first BB” to “1”. And the value of bit “5” in the internal winning combination storage area of the main RAM 303 corresponding to the internal winning combination “Plum” is set to “1”. Then, when the process of step S109-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S109-2.

(Step S109-2)
In step S109-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the bonus is won. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the acquired winning area is any one of “01” to “06”. If it is determined that the value of the winning area is one of “01” to “06” (step S109-2 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S109-3, and the winning area is selected. If it is determined that the value is not any of “01” to “06” (step S109-2 = No), the process proceeds to step S109-4.

(Step S109-3)
In step S109-3, the main CPU 301 performs a carryover combination storage area update process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of updating the carryover combination storage area value of the main RAM 303 based on the acquired winning area value. For example, if the value of the acquired winning area is “01”, the main CPU 301 sets the value of the bit “0” of the carryover combination storage area of the main RAM 303 corresponding to the carryover combination “first BB” to “1”. . If the value of the acquired winning area is “04”, the main CPU 301 sets the value of the bit “1” of the carryover combination storage area of the main RAM 303 corresponding to the internal winning combination “second BB” to “1”. To do. The internal winning combination “Plum” will not carry over. Then, when the process of step S109-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S109-5.

(Step S109-4)
In step S109-4, the main CPU 301 performs a bonus flag setting process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a logical sum of the value of the internal winning combination storage area of the main RAM 303 and the value of the carryover combination storing area, and performs a winning combination setting process capable of winning. For example, the main CPU 301 sets the winning combination set in the internal winning combination storage area of the main RAM 303 as the winning combination that can be won as it is, if no value of the carryover combination storage area of the main RAM 303 is set. If the value of the carry-over combination storage area of the main RAM 303 is set, the winning combination set in the internal combination combination storage area of the main RAM 303 can be added to the winning combination set in the carry-over combination storage area. Set as a winning combination. Then, when the process of step S109-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S109-5.

(Step S109-5)
In step S109-5, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a reel rotation start acceptance command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sets the reel rotation start acceptance command in the effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 in order to transmit the reel rotation start acceptance command to the sub-control board 400. Perform the process. Here, the “reel rotation start acceptance command” is a command having information indicating that the operation of the start lever 10 has been accepted. When the process of step S109-5 is completed, the symbol code setting process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S110 of the main loop process.

(Game number management process)
Next, the game number management process performed by the process of step S110 of FIG. 27 will be described based on FIG. FIG. 31 is a diagram showing a subroutine for the game number management process.

(Step S110-1)
In step S110-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the game state is a probability variation gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the game state storage area of the main RAM 303 is a value indicating a probability variation gaming state. When it is determined that the game state is the probability change game state (step S110-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S110-2, and when it is determined that the game state is not the probability change game state (step S110-1). = No), the process proceeds to step S110-9.

(Step S110-2)
In step S110-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing to determine whether or not the probability variation game number undecided flag is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 uses the probability variation game number undecided flag provided in the main RAM 303, which is used to determine whether or not the probability variation game number, which is the end condition of the probability variation game, has been determined. Processing for determining whether or not there is present is performed. Here, the probability variable game number undetermined flag is ON indicates that the probability variable game number has not yet been determined as an end condition of the probability variable game. If it is determined that the probability variable game number undetermined flag is ON (step S110-2 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S110-3, and it is determined that the probability variable game number undetermined flag is not ON. If it has been done (step S110-2 = No), the process proceeds to step S110-8.

(Step S110-3)
In step S110-3, the main CPU 301 performs a probability variable game number determination presence / absence lottery process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a lottery process for determining whether or not the number of probability-changing games, which is a condition for ending the probability-changing game, is determined at the current timing. Then, when the process of step S110-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-4.

(Step S110-4)
In step S110-4, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the probability variation game number determination lottery has been won. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the number of probability-changing games, which is a condition for ending the probability-changing game, has been determined at the current timing by the processing in step S110-3. If it is determined that the probability variation game number is determined at the current timing (step S110-4 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S110-5, and the probability variation game number is determined at the current timing. If it is determined that it has not (step S110-4 = No), the process proceeds to step S110-9.

(Step S110-5)
In step S110-5, the main CPU 301 performs a probability variation game number determination process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining the number of probability-changing games, which is an end condition of the probability-changing game, by lottery. In this probability variation game number determination process, a preset fixed number of games may be determined without performing lottery. Moreover, you may make it determine the number of games determined by predetermined conditions. Further, by determining the probability variation game number to be “0” by the probability variation game number determination process, the value of the probability variation game number counter is less than “1” in the process of step S119-7 of the display determination process described later. And the probability variation game can be ended in the game. Then, when the process of step S110-5 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-6.

(Step S110-6)
In step S110-6, the main CPU 301 performs a probability variation game number counter set process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for storing the probability variation game number determined in the probability variation game number determination processing in step S110-5 in a probability variation game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S110-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-7.

(Step S110-7)
In step S <b> 110-7, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting OFF to the probability variation game number undecided flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting OFF to the probability variation game number undetermined flag provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S110-7 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-9.

(Step S110-8)
In step S110-8, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the probability variation game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the probability variation game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S110-8 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-9.

(Step S110-9)
In step S110-9, the main CPU 301 performs signal type setting processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the type of signal output from the external concentration terminal board 38. Then, when the process of step S110-9 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-10.

  Here, an example of the type of signal set by the main CPU 301 and output from the external concentration terminal board 38 will be given. For example, the main CPU 301 sets a game start signal (information relating to the number of games) indicating that “1” games have been started.

(Step S110-10)
In step S110-10, the main CPU 301 performs terminal board signal output processing. In this processing, the main CPU 301 performs processing for acquiring the type of signal output from the external concentration terminal board 38 and the like. Specifically, the main CPU 301 acquires the type of signal set in the signal type setting process, and performs an output process of a game start signal by the external concentration terminal board 38. Note that the output of the game start signal is stopped after outputting only a “1” pulse or only a few pulses (for example, 0.200 seconds) that can be recognized by the receiving side. When the process of step S110-10 ends, the game number management process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S111 of the main loop process.

(Reel rotation start preparation process)
Next, the reel rotation start preparation process performed by the process of step S111 of FIG. 22 will be described based on FIG. FIG. 32 shows a subroutine for reel rotation start preparation processing.

(Step S111-1)
In step S111-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the TK flag is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the TK flag in the TK flag storage area of the main RAM 303 is ON. When it is determined that the TK flag is ON (step S111-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S111-2, and when it is determined that the TK flag is not ON ( Step S111-1 = No), the process proceeds to step S111-10.

(Step S111-2)
In step S111-2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the equal prize winning flag is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the equal prize winning flag in the equal prize winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303 is ON. If it is determined that the equal winning combination winning flag is ON (step S111-2 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S111-11, and it is determined that the equal winning combination winning flag is not ON. In that case (step S111-2 = No), the process proceeds to step S111-10.

(Step S111-10)
In step S111-10, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the minimum one game time has elapsed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the timer counter set by the process of step S111-12 described later has become “0” in the previous game. When it is determined that the minimum one game time has elapsed (step S111-10 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S111-11, and when it is determined that the minimum one game time has not elapsed. (Step S111-10 = No), the process of Step S111-10 is repeatedly executed until the minimum one game time elapses.

(Step S111-11)
In step S111-11, the main CPU 301 performs processing for turning off the equal prize winning flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting OFF to the equal winning combination winning flag in the equal winning combination winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S111-11 ends, the process proceeds to step S111-12.

(Step S111-12)
In step S111-12, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting a minimum one game time. Specifically, the main CPU 301 does not have a time from the process of step S111-12 in the current game to the process of step S111-12 in the next game to be less than the minimum one game time in order to suppress gambling for the game. As described above, a process of setting the minimum one game time in the timer counter is performed. Here, in the present embodiment, the minimum one game time is about 4.1 seconds. Then, when the process of step S111-12 ends, the process proceeds to step S111-13.

  In this game, when the player wins the equal role, the equality winning flag is set to ON in the display determination process to be described later. Therefore, during the TK, the minimum in step S111-10 in the next game. The waiting process for one game time is not performed, and in step S111-12, the minimum one game time of the next game is newly set in the timer counter.

  For example, a case will be described where, during TK, an equality role in the first game, an equality role in the second game, a watermelon in the third game, and an equality role in the fourth game are won. When winning the equality role in the first game, 4.1 seconds is set, the reel rotates, and the equality role winning flag is set ON by winning. When winning the same size role in the second game, regardless of the elapsed time of 4.1 seconds, 4.1 seconds is newly set, the reel rotates, and the equality role winning flag is set ON by winning. . If you win a watermelon in the 3rd game, the second game will receive the same size double prize, and 4.1 seconds will be set regardless of the elapsed time of 4.1 seconds. Then, the reel rotates, and the equality winning prize flag is not set to ON in the display determination process. And if you win the same role in the 4th game, the 3rd game was a watermelon, so after 4.1 seconds elapsed time, 4.1 seconds will be newly set, the reel will rotate, ON is set to the equal prize winning flag. Thus, in the fifth game, the reel is rotated regardless of the elapsed time of 4.1 seconds. Thereafter, the same processing is performed.

  Therefore, in the game next to the equal prize winning during TK, the game can be played without waiting for the predetermined elapsed time. In the next game of the game other than the equal prize winning, the game waits for the predetermined elapsed time. Will be performed. Specifically, during TK, if the same game is played in the first game, the same game is played in the second game, the watermelon is played in the third game, the fourth game is played in the same game, the second game, the third game In the fifth game, the game can be played without waiting for the elapsed time of 4.1 seconds, and in the fourth game, the game is played after waiting for the elapsed time of 4.1 seconds.

(Step S111-13)
In step S111-13, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a constant speed rotation waiting time. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a waiting time until the rotation speed of the reel 17 reaches a constant speed. Then, when the process of step S111-13 ends, the process proceeds to step S111-14.

(Step S111-14)
In step S111-14, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a reel rotation start command. Specifically, in order for the main CPU 301 to transmit a reel rotation start command to the sub-control board 400, a process of setting the reel rotation start command in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 is performed. Here, the reel rotation start command is a command having information indicating that rotation of the left reel 17a, middle reel 17b, and right reel 17c is started. When the process of step S111-14 is completed, the reel rotation start preparation process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S112 of the main loop process.

(Processing during reel rotation)
Next, based on FIG. 33, the reel rotation process performed by the process of step S117 of FIG. 22 will be described. FIG. 33 is a diagram showing a subroutine of reel rotation processing.

(Step S117-1)
In step S117-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the stop button is being pressed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 detects whether the left stop switch 11sw, the middle stop switch 12sw, or the right stop switch 13sw detects an operation of the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, or the right stop button 13 by the player. Processing to determine whether or not. If it is determined that the stop button has been pressed (step S117-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S117-2, and if it is determined that the stop button has not been pressed (step S117). -1 = No), the reel rotation process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop process.

(Step S117-2)
In step S117-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing for turning off the operable state flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines the left stop button 11 in the operable state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 based on the operated left stop button 11, middle stop button 12, and right stop button 13. Processing to turn off the operable flag corresponding to the stop button 12 and the right stop button 13 is performed. Then, when the process of step S117-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-3.

(Step S117-3)
In step S117-3, the main CPU 301 performs a pressing information storing process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 selects the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c corresponding to the operated stop button among the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13, and the corresponding left A process of acquiring the press reference position based on the pulse counter values supplied to the stepping motor 101, the middle stepping motor 102, and the right stepping motor 103 and storing it in the press reference position storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Do. Then, when the process of step S117-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-4.

(Step S117-4)
In step S117-4, the main CPU 301 performs a sliding frame number acquisition process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 includes a sliding frame number determination table (not shown) provided in the main ROM 302, the winning combination determined by the internal lottery process, the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right Based on the operation order of the stop button 13 and the like, a process of acquiring the number of sliding frames is performed. Here, in the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining the number of sliding frames within the range of “0” frames to “4” frames as the number of sliding frames. Then, when the process of step S117-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-5.

(Step S117-5)
In step S117-5, the main CPU 301 performs a reel stop process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 stops the reel based on the pressing reference position stored by the pressing information storing process in step S117-3 and the number of sliding frames acquired by the sliding frame number acquisition process in step S117-4. To perform the process. Then, when the process of step S117-5 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-6.

(Step S117-6)
In step S117-6, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a reel stop command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the reel stop command in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 in order to transmit the reel stop command to the sub-control board 400. Here, the “reel stop command” is a command having information such as a pressing reference position and the number of sliding frames. When the process of step S117-6 is completed, the subroutine for the reel rotation process is ended, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop process.

(Display judgment processing)
Next, the display determination process performed by the process of step S119 of FIG. 22 will be described based on FIG. FIG. 34 is a diagram showing a subroutine of display determination processing.

(Step S119-1)
In step S119-1, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a display determination command. Specifically, in order for the main CPU 301 to transmit a display determination command having information related to the combination of symbols displayed on the effective line to the sub-control board 400, the display determination command is used for effects in the main RAM 303. Performs processing to set in the transmission data storage area. Then, when the process of step S119-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S119-2.

(Step S119-2)
In step S119-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not a winning is achieved. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not a combination of symbols related to winning is displayed on the active line (whether or not the determined display combination is a winning combination). If it is determined that a winning is achieved (step S119-2 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S119-3, and if it is determined that a winning is not achieved (step S119-2). = No), the process proceeds to step S119-6.

(Step S119-3)
In step S119-3, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the equal winning combination has been won (when the equal winning combination is displayed). Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a combination of symbols related to a plum (equal role) is displayed on the active line. When it is determined that the equal winning combination has been won (step S119-3 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S119-4, and when it is determined that the equal winning combination has not won ( Step S119-3 = No), the process proceeds to step S119-5.

(Step S119-4)
In step S119-4, the main CPU 301 performs processing for turning on the equal prize winning flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of turning on the equal prize winning flag in the equal prize winning flag storage area of the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S119-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S119-5.

(Step S119-5)
In step S119-5, the main CPU 301 performs a payout number calculation process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of calculating the number of payouts based on a combination of symbols related to winnings displayed on the active line and a symbol combination table (see FIG. 7). Then, when the process of step S119-5 ends, the process proceeds to step S119-6.

(Step S119-6)
In step S119-6, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the game state is a probability variation gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the game state storage area of the main RAM 303 is a value indicating a probability variation gaming state. If it is determined that the game state is the probability change game state (step S119-6 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S119-7. If it is determined that the game state is not the probability change game state (step S119-6). = No), the process proceeds to step S119-13.

(Step S119-7)
In step S119-7, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation game number counter is less than “1”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 subtracts “1” from the value of the probability variation game number counter provided in the main RAM 303 by the processing in step S110-8 of the game number management processing, and as a result, the value of the probability variation game number counter. Is determined to be less than “1” (or whether or not “0” is set to the value of the probability variable game number counter by the process in step S110-6 of the game number management process). If it is determined that the value of the probability variable game number counter is less than “1” (step S119-7 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S119-8, and the value of the probability variable game number counter is “1”. When it is determined that it is not less than “” (step S119-7 = No), the process proceeds to step S119-13.

(Step S119-8)
In step S119-8, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the general gaming state to the gaming state. The main CPU 301 also performs a process of setting “0” in the probability variation operating flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for storing a value indicating a general gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Further, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing “0” in the probability variation operating flag storage area of the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S119-8 ends, the process proceeds to step S119-9.

(Step S119-9)
In step S119-9, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a probability variation end command. Specifically, in order for the main CPU 301 to transmit a probability change end command having information related to the probability change end to the sub-control board 400, a process of setting the probability change end command in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303. I do. Then, when the process of step S119-9 ends, the process proceeds to step S119-10.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, the probability variation game is terminated by digesting a predetermined number of games. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the probability variation game is terminated according to a predetermined fall condition. It may be. For example, when a predetermined winning combination is won during a probability change game, the probability change may be terminated when a winning lottery is performed.

(Step S119-10)
In step S119-10, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the probability variable lamp lighting flag to OFF. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process for turning off the probability change display lamp for notifying the probability change game, that is, the third game state display lamp 26c. Specifically, the main CPU 301 turns off the probability variation lamp lighting flag in the lamp related data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 and sets a probability variation lamp turn-off command in the lamp control data storage area. This probability changing lamp turn-off command is referred to by LED output data creation processing in step S210 described later. Then, when the process of step S119-10 ends, the process proceeds to step S119-11.

(Step S119-11)
In step S119-11, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the TK flag to OFF. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the TK flag in the TK storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to OFF. Then, when the process of step S119-11 ends, the process proceeds to step S119-12.

(Step S119-12)
In step S119-12, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a TK end command. Specifically, in order for the main CPU 301 to transmit a TK end command having information relating to the end of TK (equal duty high probability state) to the sub-control board 400, the TK end command is transmitted to the main RAM 303. To set in the transmission data storage area. Then, when the process of step S119-12 ends, the process proceeds to step S119-13.

(Step S119-13)
In step S119-13, the main CPU 301 performs signal type setting processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the type of signal output from the external concentration terminal board 38. Then, when the process of step S119-13 ends, the process proceeds to step S119-14.

  Here, an example of the type of signal set by the main CPU 301 and output from the external concentration terminal board 38 will be given. For example, when the bonus or the probability variation gaming signal (information regarding the bonus gaming state and the probability variation gaming state) is output from the external concentration terminal board 38, the main CPU 301 is neither in the probability variation gaming state nor in the bonus gaming state. In this case, a setting is made to stop the bonus or probability change game signal. Further, when the bonus or the TK signal (information regarding the bonus game state and TK) is output from the external concentration terminal board 38, the main CPU 301 determines that the TK flag is OFF and the bonus game state is not set. Set to stop bonus or TK signal.

(Step S119-14)
In step S119-14, the main CPU 301 performs terminal board signal output processing. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of acquiring the type of signal to be output by the external concentration terminal board 38. Specifically, the main CPU 301 obtains the type of signal set in the signal type setting process, and if necessary, outputs the bonus or probability changing game signal output stop process, bonus or TK by the external concentration terminal board 38. Performs middle signal output stop processing. When the process of step S119-14 ends, the display determination process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S120 of the main loop process.

(Game state transition process)
Next, based on FIG. 35, the game state transition process performed by the process of step S121 of FIG. 22 will be described. FIG. 35 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the game state transition process.

(Step S121-1)
In step S121-1, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the BB operating flag is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether the first BB operating flag or the second BB operating flag or the second BB operating flag is based on the values of the first BB operating flag and the second BB operating flag in the bonus operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Processing for determining whether any of the two BB operating flags is ON is performed. If it is determined that either the first BB operating flag or the second BB operating flag is ON (step S121-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-2, and the first If it is determined that both the BB operating flag and the second BB operating flag are not ON (step S121-1 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-5.

(Step S121-2)
In step S121-2, the main CPU 301 performs a bonus game number counter subtraction process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the bonus game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-3.
In the case where the bonus game is ended with the payout number, the main CPU 301 performs a bonus end number counter subtraction process in this process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting the value of the payout number corresponding to the winning display combination from the value of the bonus end number counter provided in the main RAM 303.

(Step S121-3)
In step S121-3, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the bonus game number counter is less than “1”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the bonus game number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is less than “1” by the bonus game number counter subtraction process in step S121-2. Process. If it is determined that the value of the bonus game number counter is less than “1” (step S121-3 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-4, and the value of the bonus game number counter is “1”. When it is determined that it is not less than “” (step S121-3 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-5.
When the bonus game is ended with the payout number, in this process, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the bonus end number counter is less than “1”.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, the bonus game is terminated by digesting a predetermined number of games. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and winning of a predetermined small role is lost. The bonus game may be terminated on the condition.

(Step S121-4)
In step S121-4, the main CPU 301 performs a BB end process. In the process, the main CPU 301 performs a process at the end of the BB. Details of the BB end process will be described later. When the process of step S121-4 is completed, the gaming state transition process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S121-5)
In step S121-5, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the RB operating flag is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the RB operating flag in the bonus operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is ON. When it is determined that the RB operating flag is ON (step S121-5 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-6, and when it is determined that the RB operating flag is not ON. (Step S121-5 = No), the process proceeds to Step S121-7.

(Step S121-6)
In step S121-6, the main CPU 301 performs a process during RB. In this processing, the main CPU 301 performs processing during RB. Details of the RB in-process will be described later. When the process of step S121-6 is completed, the gaming state transition process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S121-7)
In step S121-7, the main CPU 301 performs a bonus operation check process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a check for operating the bonus, a process for operating the bonus, and the like. Details of the bonus operation check process will be described later. When the process of step S121-7 is completed, the gaming state transition process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(BB end processing)
Next, based on FIG. 36, the BB end process performed by the process of step S121-4 of FIG. 35 will be described. FIG. 36 is a diagram showing a subroutine of BB end processing.

(Step S121-4-1)
In step S121-4-1, the main CPU 301 performs an RB end process. In this RB end process, a process required when the RB ends is performed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sets the RB operating flag in the bonus operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to OFF. Further, the main CPU 301 clears (sets “0”) the value of the winning possible number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Further, the main CPU 301 sets a value indicating a general gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-4-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-2.

(Step S121-4-2)
In step S121-4-2, the main CPU 301 performs BB end processing. In this BB end process, a process required at the end of the BB is performed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sets OFF to the BB operating flag (first BB operating flag or second BB operating flag) in the bonus operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-4-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-3.

(Step S121-4-3)
In step S121-4-3, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a BB end command. Specifically, in order for the main CPU 301 to transmit a BB end command having information related to the end of BB to the sub control board 400, the BB end command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303. Process. Then, when the process of step S121-4-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-11.

(Step S121-4-11)
In step S121-4-11, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “1”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation confirmation flag in the probability variation confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “1”. When it is determined that the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “1” (step S121-4-11 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-4-12, and the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “ If it is determined that it is not “1” (step S121-4-11 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-4-13.

(Step S121-4-12)
In step S121-4-12, the main CPU 301 performs a first probability variation A process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process for operating the first probability variation game. Details of the first probability variation A process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S121-4-12 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-21.

(Step S121-4-13)
In step S121-4-13, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “2”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation confirmation flag in the probability variation confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “2”. If it is determined that the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “2” (step S121-4-13 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-4-14, and the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “ If it is determined that it is not “2” (step S121-4-13 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-4-15.

(Step S121-4-14)
In step S121-4-14, the main CPU 301 performs a first probability variation B process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process for operating the first probability variation game. Details of the first probability variation B process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S121-4-14 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-21.

(Step S121-4-15)
In step S121-4-15, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “3”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the value of the probability variation confirmation flag in the probability variation confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “3”. If it is determined that the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “3” (step S121-4-15 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-4-16, and the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “ If it is determined that it is not “3” (step S121-4-15 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-4-17.

(Step S121-4-16)
In step S121-4-16, the main CPU 301 performs a first probability variation B process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process for operating the first probability variation game. Details of the first probability variation B process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S121-4-16 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-21.

(Step S121-4-17)
In step S121-4-17, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “4”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation confirmation flag in the probability variation confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “4”. If it is determined that the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “4” (step S121-4-17 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-4-18, and the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “ If it is determined that it is not “4” (step S121-4-17 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-4-19.

(Step S121-4-18)
In step S121-4-18, the main CPU 301 performs a second probability change process. In the processing, the main CPU 301 performs processing for operating the second probability variation game. Details of the second probability variation process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S121-4-18 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-21.

(Step S121-4-19)
In step S121-4-19, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag is “S1”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “S1”. If it is determined that the value of the probability variation winning flag is “S1” (step S121-4-19 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-4-20, and the value of the probability variation winning flag is “ If it is determined that it is not “S1” (step S121-4-19 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-4-27.

(Step S121-4-20)
In step S121-4-20, the main CPU 301 performs ultra-high probability change processing. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process for operating the ultra-high probability game. Details of the ultra-high probability change process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S121-4-20 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-21.

(Step S121-4-21)
In step S121-4-21, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a probability change start command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 stores the probability change start command in the main RAM 303 in order to transmit a probability change start command having information indicating that the probability change game is started to the sub control board 400. Perform processing to set the area. Then, when the process of step S121-4-21 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-22.

(Step S121-4-22)
In step S121-4-22, the main CPU 301 performs processing for turning on the TK flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sets ON in the TK flag in the TK storage area provided in the main RAM 303, which is used to determine whether or not the TK (equal duty high probability state) is in progress. Perform the setting process. Then, when the process of step S121-4-22 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-23.

(Step S121-4-23)
In step S121-4-23, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a TK start command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sends the TK start command to the main control board 400 in order to transmit a TK start command having information indicating that TK (equal duty high probability state) is started. Processing for setting in the transmission data storage area for rendering in the RAM 303 is performed. Then, when the process of step S121-4-23 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-24.

(Step S121-4-24)
In step S121-4-24, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the probability variable lamp lighting flag to ON. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process necessary for turning on the probability change display lamp for notifying the probability change game, that is, the third game state display lamp 26c. Specifically, the main CPU 301 turns on the probability variation lamp lighting flag in the lamp related data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 and sets the probability variation lamp lighting command in the lamp control data storage area. This probability variable lamp lighting command is referred to by LED output data creation processing in step S210 described later. Then, when the process of step S121-4-24 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-25.

(Step S121-4-25)
In step S121-4-25, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “0” to the value of the probability variation winning flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing “0” in the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-4-25 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-26.

(Step S121-4-26)
In step S121-4-26, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “0” to the value of the probability variation confirmation flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing “0” in the value of the probability change confirmation flag in the probability change confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-4-26 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-27.

(Step S121-4-27)
In step S121-4-27, the main CPU 301 performs signal type setting processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the type of signal output from the external concentration terminal board 38. Then, when the process of step S121-4-27 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-28.

  In step S121-4-27, an example of the type of signal output by the external concentrated terminal board 38 set by the main CPU 301 is given. For example, when the BB (bonus) game ends, the main CPU 301 performs a setting to stop a BB game signal (information related to the BB game state) indicating that the BB game is being played.

  In this embodiment, the situation does not occur, but the main CPU 301 outputs a bonus or probability change signal (information relating to the bonus game state and the probability change game state) from the external concentration terminal board 38. If there is no game state and the game state becomes the probability change game state, a setting is made to output a bonus or probability change signal. Further, the main CPU 301 determines that the bonus or TK is not displayed when the TK flag is turned on when no bonus or TK signal (information regarding the bonus game state and TK) is output from the external concentration terminal board 38. Set to output medium signal. The output setting of the bonus or probability change signal or the bonus or TK signal is performed in the same manner regardless of whether the bonus game end condition is the number of games or the number of medals to be paid out.

(Step S121-4-28)
In step S121-4-28, the main CPU 301 performs terminal board signal output processing. In this processing, the main CPU 301 performs processing for acquiring the type of signal output from the external concentration terminal board 38 and the like. Specifically, the main CPU 301 acquires the signal type set in the signal type setting process, performs the output stop process of the BB game signal by the external concentration terminal board 38, and is performing bonus or probability change as necessary. Signal output processing, bonus or TK signal output processing, etc. are performed. When the process of step S121-4-28 ends, the BB end process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(First probability variation A processing)
Next, the first probability variation A process performed by the process of step S121-4-12 of FIG. 36 will be described based on FIG. FIG. 37 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the first probability variation A process.

(Step S121-4-12-1)
In step S121-4-12-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the first certain change game state to the game state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing a value indicating the first probability variable gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Further, the main CPU 301 sets “1” to the value of the probability changing operation flag stored in the probability changing operation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-4-12-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-12-2.

(Step S121-4-12-2)
In step S121-4-12-2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “100” in the probability variation game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing “100” in a probability variable game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. When the process of step S121-4-12-2 is completed, the first probability variation A process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S121-4-21 of the BB end process.

(First probability variation B process)
Next, based on FIG. 38, the first probability variation B process performed by the processes of steps S121-4-14 and S121-4-16 of FIG. 36 will be described. FIG. 38 is a diagram showing a subroutine of first probability variation B processing.

(Step S121-4-14-1)
In step S121-4-14-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the first certain change game state to the game state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing a value indicating the first probability variable gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Further, the main CPU 301 sets “1” to the value of the probability changing operation flag stored in the probability changing operation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-4-14-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-14-2.

(Step S121-4-14-2)
In step S121-4-14-2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “50” in the probability variation game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing “50” in a probability variation game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. When the process of step S121-4-14-2 is completed, the subroutine of the first probability variation B process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S121-4-21 of the BB end process.

(Second probability variation process)
Next, based on FIG. 39, the second probability variation process performed by the process of step S121-4-18 of FIG. 36 will be described. FIG. 39 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the second probability change process.

(Step S121-4-18-1)
In step S121-4-18-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the second certain change game state to the game state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing a value indicating the second probability variable gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Further, the main CPU 301 sets “2” to the value of the probability changing operation flag stored in the probability changing operation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-4-18-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-18-2.

(Step S121-4-18-2)
In step S121-4-18-2, the main CPU 301 performs an end condition determination time lottery process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of selecting whether the condition for ending the probability change game is set at the current timing or whether the current setting is suspended because it is set at a later timing. Then, when the process of step S121-4-18-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-18-3.

(Step S121-4-18-3)
In step S121-4-18-3, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the end condition setting is suspended. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the setting of the condition for ending the probability variation game is suspended in the end condition determination time lottery process of step S121-4-18-2. If it is determined that the end condition setting is suspended (step S121-4-18-3 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-4-18-4, and the end condition setting is suspended. If it is determined that it is not (step S121-4-18-3 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-4-18-5.

(Step S121-4-18-4)
In step S121-4-18-4, the main CPU 301 performs processing for turning on the probability variable game number undetermined flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sets ON a probability variation game number undecided flag provided in the main RAM 303, which is used to determine whether or not the probability variation game number that is the end condition of the probability variation game has been determined. Perform the setting process. When the process of step S121-4-18-4 is completed, the second certainty variable process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S121-4-21 of the BB end process.

(Step S121-4-18-5)
In step S121-4-18-5, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “50” in the probability variation game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing “50” in a probability variation game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. When the process of step S121-4-18-5 ends, the subroutine of the second probability change process ends, and the process proceeds to step S121-4-21 of the BB end process.

(Ultra high accuracy variation processing)
Next, based on FIG. 40, description will be given of the ultra-high probability change process performed by the process of step S121-4-20 of FIG. 36 and step S121-6-12 of FIG. Note that FIG. 40 is a diagram showing a subroutine of ultra-high probability change processing.

(Step S121-4-20-1)
In step S121-4-20-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the ultra-high probability change gaming state to the gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing a value indicating an ultra-high probability variable gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Further, the main CPU 301 sets “S1” to the value of the probability changing operation flag stored in the probability changing operation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-4-20-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-4-20-2.

(Step S121-4-20-2)
In step S121-4-20-2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “100” in the probability variation game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing “100” in a probability variable game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-4-20-2 is completed, the super-high probability change process subroutine is terminated.

(Processing during RB)
Next, based on FIG. 41, the process in RB performed by the process of step S121-6 of FIG. 35 is demonstrated. FIG. 41 is a diagram showing a subroutine for RB processing.

(Step S121-6-1)
In step S121-6-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a winning is achieved. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a winning symbol display determination is made in the display determination process. If it is determined that a winning is achieved (step S121-6-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-6-2, and if it is determined that no winning is achieved ( Step S121-6-1 = No), the RB mid-process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to Step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S121-6-2)
In step S121-6-2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the winning possible number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the winning possible number counter in the main RAM 303 in which the remaining number of winnings that can be won in the RB is stored. Then, when the process of step S121-6-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-3.

(Step S121-6-3)
In step S <b> 121-6-3, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the winning possible number counter is “0” or less. Specifically, the main CPU 301 subtracts “1” from the value of the possible winning number counter provided in the main RAM 303 by the process of step S121-6-2, so that the value of the possible winning number counter is “1”. ”Is performed to determine whether or not it is less than“. If it is determined that the value of the winning possible number counter is less than “1” (step S121-6-3 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-6-4, and the winning possible number counter is set. If it is determined that the value is not less than “1” (step S121-6-3 = No), the RB in-process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 in the main loop process.

(Step S121-6-4)
In step S121-6-4, the main CPU 301 performs an RB end process. In this RB end process, the same process as the RB end process in step S121-4-1 in the BB end process is performed. That is, the main CPU 301 performs necessary processing when the RB ends. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sets the RB operating flag in the bonus operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to OFF. Further, the main CPU 301 clears (sets “0”) the value of the winning possible number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Further, the main CPU 301 sets a value indicating a general gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-6-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-5.

(Step S121-6-5)
In step S121-6-5, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting an RB end command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sets the RB end command in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 in order to transmit an RB end command having information related to the end of RB to the sub control board 400. Process. Then, when the process of step S121-6-5 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-6.

(Step S121-6-6)
In step S121-6-6, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the BB operating flag is ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether the first BB operating flag or the second BB operating flag or the second BB operating flag is based on the values of the first BB operating flag and the second BB operating flag in the bonus operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Processing for determining whether any of the two BB operating flags is ON is performed. If it is determined that either the first BB operating flag or the second BB operating flag is ON (step S121-6-6 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-6-7. If it is determined that neither the first BB operating flag nor the second BB operating flag is ON (step S121-6-6 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-6-9. To do.

(Step S121-6-7)
In step S121-6-7, the main CPU 301 performs an RB start process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process at the start of RB and the like. Details of the RB start process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S121-6-7 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-8.

(Step S121-6-8)
In step S121-6-8, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting an RB start command. Specifically, in order for the main CPU 301 to transmit an RB start command having information related to the start of RB (bonus) to the sub control board 400, the RB start command is transmitted to the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303. Perform processing to set to. When the process of step S121-6-8 ends, the RB mid-routine subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S121-6-9)
In step S121-6-9, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “5”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation confirmation flag in the probability variation confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “5”. If it is determined that the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “5” (step S121-6-9 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-6-10, and the value of the probability change confirmation flag is “ If it is determined that it is not “5” (step S121-6-9 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-6-11.

(Step S121-6-10)
In step S121-6-10, the main CPU 301 performs a third probability variation process. In the processing, the main CPU 301 performs processing for operating the third probability variation game. Details of the third probability variation process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S121-6-10 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-15.

(Step S121-6-11)
In step S121-6-11, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag is “S1”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “S1”. If it is determined that the value of the probability variation winning flag is “S1” (step S121-6-11 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-6-12, and the value of the probability variation winning flag is “ If it is determined that it is not “S1” (step S121-6-11 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-6-19.

(Step S121-6-12)
In step S <b> 121-6-12, the main CPU 301 performs ultra-high probability change processing. In this ultra-high accuracy change process, the same process as the ultra-high accuracy change process in step S121-4-20 in the BB end process is performed. That is, the main CPU 301 performs processing for operating the ultra-high probability variable game. The details of the ultra-high accuracy variation processing are as described above. Then, when the process of step S121-6-12 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-13.

(Step S121-6-13)
In step S121-6-13, the main CPU 301 performs processing for turning on the TK flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sets ON in the TK flag in the TK storage area provided in the main RAM 303, which is used to determine whether or not the TK (equal duty high probability state) is in progress. Perform the setting process. Then, when the process of step S121-6-13 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-14.

(Step S121-6-14)
In step S121-6-14, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a TK start command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sends the TK start command to the main control board 400 in order to transmit a TK start command having information indicating that TK (equal duty high probability state) is started. Processing for setting in the transmission data storage area for rendering in the RAM 303 is performed. Then, when the process of step S121-6-14 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-15.

(Step S121-6-15)
In step S121-6-15, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a probability change start command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 stores the probability change start command in the main RAM 303 in order to transmit a probability change start command having information indicating that the probability change game is started to the sub control board 400. Perform processing to set the area. Then, when the process of step S121-6-15 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-16.

(Step S121-6-16)
In step S121-6-16, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting ON to the probability variation lamp lighting flag. In this process, the main CPU 301 needs to turn on the probability change display lamp for notifying the probability change game, that is, the third game state display lamp 26c, as in the process of step S121-4-24 of the BB end process. Perform proper processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 turns on the probability variation lamp lighting flag in the lamp related data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 and sets the probability variation lamp lighting command in the lamp control data storage area. This probability variable lamp lighting command is referred to by LED output data creation processing in step S210 described later. Then, when the process of step S121-6-16 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-17.

(Step S121-6-17)
In step S121-6-17, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “0” to the value of the probability variation winning flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing “0” in the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-6-17 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-18.

(Step S121-6-18)
In step S121-6-18, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “0” to the value of the probability variation confirmation flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing “0” in the value of the probability change confirmation flag in the probability change confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-6-18 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-19.

(Step S121-6-19)
In step S121-6-19, the main CPU 301 performs a signal type setting process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the type of signal output from the external concentration terminal board 38. Then, when the process of step S121-6-19 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-20.

  In step S121-6-19, an example of the type of signal output by the external concentrated terminal board 38 set by the main CPU 301 is given. For example, when the RB (bonus) game ends, the main CPU 301 performs a setting to stop an RB game signal (information related to the RB game state) indicating that the game is in RB.

  In the present embodiment, as in the case of the end of BB, the situation (state) does not occur. However, the main CPU 301 receives a bonus or probability change signal from the external concentration terminal board 38 (a bonus game state and a probability change game state). When the information is not output, and the gaming state is changed to the probability changing gaming state, a setting is made to output a bonus or probability changing signal. Further, the main CPU 301 determines that the bonus or TK is not displayed when the TK flag is turned on when no bonus or TK signal (information regarding the bonus game state and TK) is output from the external concentration terminal board 38. Set to output medium signal.

(Step S121-6-20)
In step S121-6-20, the main CPU 301 performs terminal board signal output processing. In this processing, the main CPU 301 performs processing for acquiring the type of signal output from the external concentration terminal board 38 and the like. Specifically, the main CPU 301 acquires the signal type set in the signal type setting process, performs the output stop process of the RB game signal by the external concentrated terminal board 38, and is performing a bonus or probability change as necessary. Signal output processing, bonus or TK signal output processing, etc. are performed. When the process of step S121-6-20 ends, the RB mid-routine subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(RB start processing)
Next, based on FIG. 42, the processing in step S121-6-7 in FIG. 41, step S121-7-2-16 in FIG. 45 described later, and step S121-7-4-1 in FIG. 46 described later. The RB start process performed by will be described. FIG. 42 is a diagram showing a subroutine of RB start processing.

(Step S121-6-7-1)
In step S121-6-7-1, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the RB operating flag to ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting ON to the RB operating flag in the bonus operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-6-7-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-7-2.

(Step S121-6-7-2)
In step S121-6-7-2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “8” in the winning possible number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing “8” in a possible winning number counter that stores the remaining number of possible winnings in the RB provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-6-7-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-7-3.

(Step S121-6-7-3)
In step S121-6-7-3, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the RB gaming state to the gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing a value indicating an RB gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-6-7-3 ends, the RB start process ends.

(Third probability variation process)
Next, based on FIG. 43, the third probability variation process performed by the process of step S121-6-10 of FIG. 41 will be described. FIG. 43 is a diagram showing a subroutine of third probability change processing.

(Step S121-6-10-1)
In step S121-6-10-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the third probability change gaming state to the gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for storing a value indicating the third probability variable gaming state in the gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Further, the main CPU 301 sets “3” to the value of the probability changing operation flag stored in the probability changing operation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-6-10-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-6-10-2.

(Step S121-6-10-2)
In step S121-6-10-2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “50” in the probability variation game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing “50” in a probability variation game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-6-10-2 is completed, the third probability change process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S121-6-15 of the RB in-process.

(Bonus operation check process)
Next, the bonus operation check process performed by the process of step S121-7 of FIG. 35 will be described based on FIG. FIG. 44 is a diagram showing a subroutine of bonus operation check processing.

(Step S121-7-1)
In step S121-7-1, the main CPU 301 determines that the display combination is BB (first BB = “red seven” + “red seven” + “red seven”, or second BB = “blue seven” + “blue seven”. ”+“ Blue seven ”) is determined. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value indicating the display combination stored in the fixed display time combination storing area provided in the main RAM 303 is a value indicating BB. When it is determined that the display combination is BB (step S121-7-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-7-2, and when it is determined that the display combination is not BB. (Step S121-7-1 = No), the process proceeds to Step S121-7-3.

(Step S121-7-2)
In step S121-7-2, the main CPU 301 performs BB display processing. In the processing, the main CPU 301 performs processing at the start of BB and the like. Details of the BB display process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S121-7-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-6.

(Step S121-7-3)
In step S121-7-3, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the display combination is RB (“BAR” + “BAR” + “BAR”). Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value indicating the display combination stored in the fixed display time combination storing area provided in the main RAM 303 is a value indicating RB. When it is determined that the display combination is RB (step S121-7-3 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-7-4, and when it is determined that the display combination is not RB. (Step S121-7-3 = No), the process proceeds to Step S121-7-5.

(Step S121-7-4)
In step S121-7-4, the main CPU 301 performs RB display processing. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process at the start of RB and the like. Details of the RB display processing will be described later. Then, when the process of step S121-7-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-6.

(Step S121-7-5)
In step S121-7-5, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the display combination is a star (“star” + “star” + “star”). Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value indicating the display combination stored in the fixed display time combination storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is a value indicating a star. When it is determined that the display combination is a star (step S121-7-5 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-7-6, and when it is determined that the display combination is not a star. (Step S121-7-5 = No) ends the subroutine for the bonus operation check process, and proceeds to Step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S121-7-6)
In step S121-7-6, the main CPU 301 performs a signal type setting process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the type of signal output from the external concentration terminal board 38. Then, when the process of step S121-7-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-7.

  In step S121-7-6, an example of the type of signal output by the external concentrated terminal board 38 set by the main CPU 301 is given. For example, when the BB game signal (information related to the BB game state) is not output from the external concentration terminal board 38, the main CPU 301 is in the BB operating flag (the first BB operating flag or the second BB is operating). When the flag is turned ON, a setting is made to output a BB game signal. Further, the main CPU 301 causes the RB game signal to be output when the RB operation flag is turned ON when the RB game signal (information related to the RB game state) is not output from the external concentration terminal board 38. Set up.

  Further, the main CPU 301 determines that the BB operating flag (the first BB operating flag, or the first BB operating flag) or not when the bonus or probability changing signal (information regarding the bonus gaming state and the probability changing gaming state) is not output from the external concentration terminal board 38. When the second BB operating flag) is turned ON or when the RB operating flag is turned ON, a setting is made to output a bonus or probability changing signal. Further, the main CPU 301 determines that the BB operating flag (first BB operating flag or the first BB operating flag) or the first BB operating flag or the TK operating signal is not output from the external concentration terminal board 38 when the bonus or TK in-progress signal is not output. When the second BB operating flag) is turned ON or when the RB operating flag is turned ON, a setting is made to output a bonus or TK signal.

(Step S121-7-7)
In step S121-7-7, the main CPU 301 performs terminal board signal output processing. In this processing, the main CPU 301 performs processing for acquiring the type of signal output from the external concentration terminal board 38 and the like. Specifically, the main CPU 301 acquires the type of signal set in the signal type setting process, and, according to need, the BB game signal output process, the RB game signal output process, A bonus or probability changing signal output process, a bonus or TK signal output process, and the like are performed. When the process of step S121-7-7 ends, the bonus operation check process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Process during BB display)
Next, based on FIG. 45, the BB display time process performed by the process of step S121-7-2 of FIG. 44 will be described. FIG. 45 is a diagram showing a subroutine of BB display processing.

(Step S121-7-2-1)
In step S121-7-2-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “64” in the bonus game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “64” in the bonus game number counter in the bonus end determination counter storage area provided in the main RAM 303. The main CPU 301 may use the bonus end number instead of the bonus game as the bonus end condition. In this case, for example, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “465” in the bonus end number counter in this process. Then, when the process of step S121-7-2-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-2.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, a bonus game is provided in which the expected value of the number of acquired medals in the bonus is constant. Specifically, in the 1st BB, it is assumed that the bell (14 roles) is won at a rate of 1/2 (50%) and 64 games can be played, and in the 2nd BB, the watermelon (7 roles) is normally played. The winning rate is 1/1 (100%) and 64 games can be played. As a result, the expected value of the number of medals earned is the same as 448 (net increase 256) in both the normal first BB and the normal second BB, but in the normal first BB, 0 to 896 medals are obtained. The number of medals acquired is not necessarily 448, and the number of medals acquired can be widened.

(Step S121-7-2-2)
In step S121-7-2-2, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the display combination is the first BB (“red seven” + “red seven” + “red seven”). Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value indicating the display combination stored in the fixed display time combination storing area provided in the main RAM 303 is a value indicating the first BB. . If it is determined that the display combination is the first BB (step S121-7-2-2 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-3, and the display combination is the first BB. If it is determined that it is not (step S121-7-2-2 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-4.

(Step S121-7-2-3)
In step S121-7-2-3, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the first BB operating flag to ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting ON to the first BB operating flag in the bonus operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-7-2-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-5.

(Step S121-7-2-4)
In step S121-7-2-4, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting the second BB operating flag to ON. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting ON to the second BB operating flag in the bonus operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-7-2-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-5.

(Step S121-7-2-5)
In step S121-7-2-5, the main CPU 301 performs processing for clearing the value of the carryover combination storage area. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for clearing the value indicating the first BB combination or the value indicating the second BB combination stored in the carryover combination storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-7-2-5 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-6.

(Step S121-7-2-6)
In step S121-7-2-6, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag is “1”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 has been elected as to whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “1”, that is, “first BB duplicate role”. Processing for determining whether or not there is present is performed. If it is determined that the value of the probability variation winning flag is “1” (step S121-7-2-6 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-7, and the probability variation winning flag is set. If it is determined that the value is not “1” (step S121-7-2-6 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-8.

(Step S121-7-2-7)
In step S <b> 121-7-2-7, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “1” in the probability variation confirmation flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “1” in the probability variation confirmation flag of the probability variation confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-7-2-7 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-14.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, the probability variation game is determined when the predetermined symbol combination is displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a predetermined internal winning combination is determined. The probability variation game may be finalized on the occasion that it is done.

(Step S121-7-2-8)
In step S121-7-2-8, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag is “2”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 has been elected as to whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag stored in the probability variation winning flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “2”, that is, “first BB single role”. Processing for determining whether or not there is present is performed. If it is determined that the value of the probability variation winning flag is “2” (step S121-7-2-8 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-9, and the probability variation winning flag is set. If it is determined that the value is not “2” (step S121-7-2-8 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-10.

(Step S121-7-2-9)
In step S121-7-2-9, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “2” in the probability variation confirmation flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “2” in the probability variation confirmation flag of the probability variation confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-7-2-9 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-14.

(Step S121-7-2-10)
In step S121-7-2-10, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag is “3”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “3”, that is, the “second BB overlapping role” has been won. Processing for determining whether or not there is present is performed. If it is determined that the value of the probability variation winning flag is “3” (step S121-7-2-10 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-11, and the probability variation winning flag is set. If it is determined that the value is not “3” (step S121-7-2-10 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-12.

(Step S121-7-2-11)
In step S <b> 121-7-2-11, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “3” in the probability variation confirmation flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “3” in the probability variation confirmation flag of the probability variation confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-7-2-11 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-14.

(Step S121-7-2-12)
In step S121-7-2-12, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag is “4”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 has been elected as to whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “4”, that is, “second BB single role”. Processing for determining whether or not there is present is performed. If it is determined that the value of the probability variation winning flag is “4” (step S121-7-2-12 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-13, and the probability variation winning flag is set. If it is determined that the value of is not “4” (step S121-7-2-12 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-14.

(Step S121-7-2-13)
In step S121-7-2-13, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “4” in the probability variation confirmation flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “4” in the probability variation confirmation flag of the probability variation confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-7-2-13 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-14.

(Step S121-7-2-14)
In step S121-7-2-14, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a probability change confirmation command. More specifically, the main CPU 301 sets the certainty change confirmation command in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 in order to transmit to the sub control board 400 a certainty change confirmation command having information that the certainty change has been confirmed. I do. Then, when the process of step S121-7-2-14 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-15.

(Step S121-7-2-15)
In step S121-7-2-15, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a BB start command. Specifically, in order for the main CPU 301 to transmit a BB start command having information related to the start of BB to the sub control board 400, the BB start command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303. Process. Then, when the process of step S121-7-2-15 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-2-16.

(Step S121-7-2-16)
In step S121-7-2-16, the main CPU 301 performs RB start processing. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process at the start of RB and the like. Details of the RB start process are as described above. When the process of step S121-7-2-16 is completed, the subroutine for the BB display process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Process during RB display)
Next, based on FIG. 46, the process at the time of RB display performed by the process of step S121-7-4 of FIG. 44 is demonstrated. FIG. 46 is a diagram showing a subroutine of RB display processing.

(Step S121-7-4-1)
In step S121-7-4-1, the main CPU 301 performs RB start processing. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process at the start of RB and the like. Details of the RB start process are as described above. Then, when the process of step S121-7-4-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-4-2.

(Step S121-7-4-2)
In step S121-7-4-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing for clearing the value of the carryover combination storage area. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of clearing the value indicating the role of the RB stored in the carryover role storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-7-4-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-4-3.

(Step S121-7-4-3)
In step S121-7-4-3, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag is “5”, that is, whether or not “RB duplicated role” has been won. Do. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the value of the probability variation winning flag in the probability variation winning flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is “5”. If it is determined that the value of the probability variation winning flag is “5” (step S121-7-4-3 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S121-7-4-4, and the probability variation winning flag is set. If it is determined that the value is not “5” (step S121-7-4-3 = No), the process proceeds to step S121-7-4-6.

(Step S121-7-4-4)
In step S121-7-4-4, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “5” in the probability variation confirmation flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “5” in the probability variation confirmation flag of the probability variation confirmation flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S121-7-4-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-4-5.

(Step S121-7-4-5)
In step S121-7-4-5, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a probability change confirmation command. More specifically, the main CPU 301 sets the certainty change confirmation command in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 in order to transmit to the sub control board 400 a certainty change confirmation command having information that the certainty change has been confirmed. I do. Then, when the process of step S121-7-4-5 ends, the process proceeds to step S121-7-4-6.

(Step S121-7-4-6)
In step S121-7-4-6, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting an RB start command. Specifically, in order for the main CPU 301 to transmit an RB start command having information related to the start of RB to the sub control board 400, the RB start command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303. Process. When the process of step S121-7-4-6 ends, the subroutine for the RB display process ends, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Interrupt processing)
Next, the interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG. Here, the interrupt process is a process performed by interrupting the main loop process every “1.49 ms”.

(Step S201)
In step S <b> 201, the main CPU 301 performs processing for saving a register. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for saving the value of the register used at the time of step S201. Then, when the process of step S201 ends, the process proceeds to step S202.

(Step S202)
In step S202, the main CPU 301 performs input port read processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for receiving signals from the reel control board 100, the relay board 200, and the power supply board 500 through the main I / F circuit 305. Then, when the process of step S202 ends, the process proceeds to step S203.

(Step S203)
In step S203, the main CPU 301 performs an external signal output data set process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the output port data of the external concentrated terminal board 38 when there is an external signal output request related to an error or another predetermined external signal output request. Then, when the process of step S203 ends, the process proceeds to step S204.

(Step S204)
In step S204, the main CPU 301 performs a timer measurement process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the timer counter for measuring the minimum one game time or the like. Then, when the process of step S204 ends, the process proceeds to step S205.

(Step S205)
In step S205, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “3” as the reel number. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “3” as the reel number in order to set the target of the reel to be driven and controlled in the reel drive control process of step S206 described later. Then, when the process of step S205 ends, the process proceeds to step S206.

(Step S206)
In step S206, the main CPU 301 performs a reel drive control process. Specifically, the main CPU 301, via the reel control board 100, the left stepping motor 101 and the middle stepping motor of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c corresponding to the reel number set by the process of step S205. 102, by driving the right stepping motor 103, acceleration, constant speed, deceleration control and the like of the rotation of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b and the right reel 17c are performed. Then, when the process of step S206 ends, the process proceeds to step S207.

  In the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 performs drive control of the right reel 17c when the reel number is “3”, and performs drive control of the middle reel 17b when the reel number is “2”. If the reel number is “1”, drive control of the left reel 17a is performed.

(Step S207)
In step S207, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the reel number. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the reel number currently set in the register. Then, when the process of step S207 ends, the process proceeds to step S208.

(Step S208)
In step S208, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the reel number is “0”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the reel drive control process of step S206 has been performed on all the reels of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c. When it is determined that the reel number is “0” (step S208 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S209, and when it is determined that the reel number is not “0” (step S208). = No), the process proceeds to step S206.

(Step S209)
In step S209, the main CPU 301 performs an external signal output process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting output port data of the external concentration terminal board 38 and the like. Then, when the process of step S209 ends, the process proceeds to step S210.

(Step S210)
In step S210, the main CPU 301 performs LED output data creation processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 includes a start lamp 23, a first BET lamp 24a, a second BET lamp 24b, a third BET lamp 24c, a stored number display unit 25, a game state display lamp 26, a payout number display unit 27, and a throw-in enable display lamp. 28 and a process of creating display data of the equal-magnification combination display lamp 29 is performed. For example, the main CPU 301 sets the probability change lamp lighting command in the lamp control data storage area when the third game state display lamp 26c is turned off (information indicating that the probability change is not output). In this case, a process of turning on the third gaming state display lamp 26c (creating display data for outputting information indicating the probability variation gaming state) is performed. Further, the main CPU 301 sets the probability change lamp turn-off command in the lamp control data storage area when the third game state display lamp 26c is lit (information output indicating the probability change game state is made). If yes, a process of turning off the third gaming state display lamp 26 (creating display data for stopping the output of information indicating the probability variation gaming state) is performed. Then, when the process of step S210 ends, the process proceeds to step S211.

(Step S211)
In step S211, the main CPU 301 performs an LED display process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 includes a start lamp 23, a first BET lamp 24a, a second BET lamp 24b, a third BET lamp 24c, a stored number display unit 25, a game state display lamp 26, a payout number display unit 27, and a throw-in enable display lamp. 28 and the equal magnification display lamp 29 are controlled in accordance with the created display data. Then, when the process of step S211 is completed, the process proceeds to step S212.

(Step S212)
In step S212, the main CPU 301 performs control command transmission processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for transmitting various commands set in the effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to the sub-control board 400. Then, when the process of step S212 ends, the process proceeds to step S213.

(Step S213)
In step S213, the main CPU 301 performs port output processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of transmitting a predetermined signal to the reel control board 100, the relay board 200, the sub control board 400, and the power supply board 500. Then, when the process of step S213 ends, the process proceeds to step S214.

(Step S214)
In step S214, the main CPU 301 performs a register restoration process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of restoring the saved register value in the process of step S201. Then, when the process of step S214 ends, the interrupt process ends, and the process returns to the main loop process.

(Main processing on sub-control board)
Next, the main process in the sub control board will be described with reference to FIG. The main process in the sub control board is a process performed based on the power switch 511sw being turned on.

(Step S301)
In step S301, the sub CPU 402 performs an initialization process. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs processing such as error checking of the sub RAM 405. Then, when the process of step S301 ends, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Step S302)
In step S302, main board communication processing is performed. In the processing, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for analyzing a command transmitted from the main control board 300 and the like. Details of the main board communication processing will be described later. Then, when the process of step S302 ends, the process proceeds to step S303.

(Step S303)
In step S303, the sub CPU 402 performs sound control processing. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of outputting sound from the lower speaker 34 and the upper speaker 35 via the amplifier control board 440 based on the effect content determined by the sub effect determining process described later. Then, when the process of step S303 ends, the process proceeds to step S304.

(Step S304)
In step S304, the sub CPU 402 performs lamp control processing. Specifically, the sub CPU 402, based on the effect content determined by the sub effect determining process described later, via the effect control board 410, the side lamp 5, the effect lamp 22, the stop operation order display lamp 30, and The start lever effect lamp 42 is controlled. In addition, the sub CPU 402 controls the effect device 44 via the effect control board 410 and the drive board 43 based on the effect contents determined by the sub effect determining process described later. Then, when the process of step S304 ends, the process proceeds to step S305.

(Step S305)
In step S305, the sub CPU 402 performs image control processing. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 controls the liquid crystal display device 46 via the effect control board 410 and the general-purpose board 45 based on the effect contents determined by the sub effect determining process described later. Then, when the process of step S305 ends, the process proceeds to step S306.

(Step S306)
In step S306, the sub CPU 402 performs various switch detection processing. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 (a) processing executed when the effect button detection switch 18sw detects the operation of the effect button 18, or (b) the cross key detection switch 19sw detects the operation of the cross key 19. Perform the process to be executed sometimes. Then, when the process of step S306 ends, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Main board communication processing)
Next, based on FIG. 49, the main board | substrate communication process performed by the process of step S302 of FIG. 48 is demonstrated. FIG. 49 is a diagram showing a subroutine of main board communication processing.

(Step S302-1)
In step S302-1, the sub CPU 402 performs processing to determine whether or not a different command has been received. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the command transmitted from the main control board 300 is a command different from the command transmitted last time. If it is determined that a different command has been received (step S302-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S302-2. If it is determined that a different command has not been received (step S302). −1 = No), the main board communication process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-2)
In step S302-2, the sub CPU 402 performs a game information storage process. Specifically, since the command transmitted from the main control board 300 is a command different from the previously transmitted command, the sub CPU 402 creates game information based on a command different from the previously transmitted command, A process of storing in a predetermined storage area of the sub-RAM 405 is performed. Then, when the process of step S302-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3.

(Step S302-3)
In step S302-3, the sub CPU 402 performs command analysis processing. In this process, the sub CPU 402 executes a process based on the game information stored by the process of step S302-2. Details of the command analysis processing will be described later. When the process of step S302-3 ends, the main board communication process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Command analysis processing)
Next, based on FIG. 50, the command analysis process performed by the process of step S302-3 in FIG. 49 will be described. FIG. 50 is a diagram showing a subroutine of command analysis processing.

(Step S302-3-1)
In step S302-3-1, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining whether or not a setting change command has been received. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the command stored by the game information storage process of step S302-2 is a setting change command. If it is determined that the setting change command has been received (step S302-3-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S302-3-2, and it is determined that the setting change command has not been received. In this case (step S302-3-1 = No), the process proceeds to step S302-3-3.

(Step S302-3-2)
In step S302-3-2, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for receiving a setting change command. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining the content of the effect at the time of setting change based on the information included in the received setting change command. With this processing, the sub CPU 402 determines an effect to display the image data indicating that the setting is being changed on the liquid crystal display device 46, or an effect to display the image data indicating that the setting change has been completed. Control. When the process of step S302-3-2 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-3)
In step S302-3-3, the sub CPU 402 performs processing to determine whether or not a reel rotation start acceptance command has been received. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the command stored by the game information storage process of step S302-2 is a reel rotation start acceptance command. If it is determined that the reel rotation start acceptance command has been received (step S302-3-3 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S302-3-4, and the reel rotation start acceptance command has not been received. Is determined (step S302-3-3 = No), the process proceeds to step S302-3-5.

(Step S302-3-4)
In step S302-3-4, the sub CPU 402 performs a reel rotation start acceptance command reception process. In this process, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining the contents of effects based on the information included in the received reel rotation start acceptance command. Details of the reel rotation start acceptance command reception process will be described later. When the process of step S302-3-4 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-5)
In step S302-3-5, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining whether or not a reel rotation start command has been received. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the command stored by the game information storage process of step S302-2 is a reel rotation start command. If it is determined that the reel rotation start command has been received (step S302-3-5 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S302-3-6, and it is determined that the reel rotation start command has not been received. If it is determined (step S302-3-5 = No), the process proceeds to step S302-3-7.

(Step S302-3-6)
In step S302-3-6, the sub CPU 402 performs a reel rotation start command reception process. In the processing, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining the content of the effect at the start of reel rotation based on the information included in the received reel rotation start command. When the process of step S302-3-6 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-7)
In step S302-3-7, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining whether or not a reel stop command has been received. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the command stored by the game information storage process of step S302-2 is a reel stop command. If it is determined that the reel stop command has been received (step S302-3-7 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S302-3-8, and it is determined that the reel stop command has not been received. In this case (step S302-3-7 = No), the process proceeds to step S302-3-9.

(Step S302-3-8)
In step S302-3-8, the sub CPU 402 performs a reel stop command reception process. In the process, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining the content of the effect based on the information included in the received reel stop command. Details of the reel stop command reception process will be described later. When the process of step S302-3-8 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-9)
In step S302-3-9, the sub CPU 402 performs processing to determine whether an error command has been received. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the command stored by the game information storage process of step S302-2 is an error command. When it is determined that an error command has been received (step S302-3-9 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S302-3-10, and when it is determined that no error command has been received. (Step S302-3-9 = No), the process proceeds to Step S302-3-11.

  Here, the error command includes commands relating to various errors such as a display determination error command. For example, when the auxiliary storage unit full sensor 530s detects that more than a predetermined number of medals are stored in the auxiliary storage unit 530, an auxiliary storage unit error and a combination of symbols related to winning are displayed on the active line, Even when a hopper error occurs when there is no medal stored in the hopper 520 and the medal cannot be paid out, a selector error occurs when the medal sensor 16s cannot normally detect the passage of the medal, The main CPU 301 transmits each error command to the sub control board 400 via the main I / F circuit 305.

(Step S302-3-10)
In step S302-3-10, the sub CPU 402 performs error command reception processing. In the process, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining the production content based on the information included in the received error command. Through this processing, the sub CPU 402 determines the effect of displaying the image data indicating that the error has been detected on the liquid crystal display device 46 as the effect content, or the audio data to be output when the error is detected by the lower speaker 34. , Control for determining an effect output from the upper speaker 35 is performed. When the process of step S302-3-10 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-11)
In step S302-3-11, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining whether or not a display determination command has been received. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the command stored by the game information storage process of step S302-2 is a display determination command. If it is determined that the display determination command has been received (step S302-3-11 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S302-3-12, and it is determined that the display determination command has not been received. In this case (step S302-3-11 = No), the process proceeds to step S302-3-13.

(Step S302-3-12)
In step S302-3-12, the sub CPU 402 performs a display determination command reception process. In the process, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining the contents of the effect when winning or the like is established based on the information included in the received display determination command. When the process of step S302-3-12 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-13)
In step S302-3-13, the sub CPU 402 performs control to execute processing according to the received command. In this process, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining the content of the effect based on the command stored by the game information storage process of step S302-2. Further, when the sub CPU 402 receives the probability change end command or the RB end command, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of setting “01” in the state number. Further, when the sub CPU 402 receives the probability change start command, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of setting “02” in the state number. Further, when the sub CPU 402 receives a bonus start command (BB start command, RB start command), the sub CPU 402 performs a process of setting “03” in the state number. Note that the process of setting a predetermined value for the state number may be partially performed in the display determination command reception process of step S302-3-12. When the process of step S302-3-13 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Reel rotation start acceptance command reception processing)
Next, the reel rotation start acceptance command reception process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 51 is a diagram showing a subroutine of processing at the time of receiving a reel rotation start acceptance command.

(Step S302-3-4-1)
In step S302-3-4-1, the sub CPU 402 performs a sub effect determination process. In the process, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining an effect based on the winning combination. Details of the sub effect determination process will be described later. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-2.

(Step S302-3-4-2)
In step S302-3-4-2, the sub CPU 402 performs effect data determination processing. Specifically, sub CPU402 performs the process which determines the production data for start operation based on the production (production No.) determined in said step S302-3-4-1. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3--4-3.

(Step S302-3-4-3-3)
In step S <b> 302-3-3-3, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of setting “0” to the stop reel number counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of setting “0” to the stop reel number counter in the stop reel number storage area provided in the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-4-3 ends, the reel rotation start acceptance command reception process ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Sub effect determination process)
Next, based on FIG. 52, the sub effect determination process in the reel rotation start acceptance command reception process will be described. FIG. 52 is a diagram showing a sub-effect determining process subroutine.

(Step S302-3-4-1-1)
In step S <b> 302-3-1-1, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for acquiring a lottery value for effects. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of acquiring a random value generated by the sub random number generator 403. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-1-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-1-2.

(Step S302-3-4-1-2)
In step S302-3-4-1-2, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining an effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 determines the winning combination based on the information included in the reel rotation start acceptance command, the lottery value obtained in step S302-3-4-1-1, Based on the above, processing for determining the production (production No.) is performed. Further, the sub CPU 402 stores information on the determined effect in an effect information storage area provided in the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-4-1-2 is completed, the sub-effect determining process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-2 of the reel rotation start acceptance command reception process. .

(Reel stop command reception processing)
Next, the reel stop command reception process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 53 is a diagram showing a subroutine of reel stop command reception processing.

(Step S302-3-8-1)
In step S302-3-8-1, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the stop reel number counter is “0”. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the stop reel number counter in the stop reel number storage area provided in the sub RAM 405 is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the stop reel counter is “0” (step S302-3-8-1 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S302-3-8-2, and the stop reel If it is determined that the value of the number counter is not “0” (step S302-3-8-1 = No), the process proceeds to step S302-3-8-3.

(Step S302-3-8-2)
In step S302-3-8-2, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for setting effect data for the first stop operation based on the determined effect (effect No.). Specifically, the sub CPU 402 displays the effect No. stored in the effect information storage area provided in the sub RAM 405. Thus, effect data at the time of the first stop operation is acquired, and effect control processing is performed on the image control unit 420 and the like. Then, when the process of step S302-3-8-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-8-6.

(Step S302-3-8-3)
In step S302-3-8-3, the sub CPU 402 performs processing to determine whether or not the value of the stop reel number counter is “1”. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs processing to determine whether or not the value of the stop reel number counter in the stop reel number storage area provided in the sub RAM 405 is “1”. If it is determined that the value of the stop reel number counter is “1” (step S302-3-8-3 = Yes), the process proceeds to step S302-3-8-4, and the stop reel When it is determined that the value of the number counter is not “1” (step S302-3-8-3 = No), the process proceeds to step S302-3-8-5.

(Step S302-3-8-4)
In step S302-3-8-4, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for setting effect data for the second stop operation based on the determined effect (effect No.). Specifically, the sub CPU 402 displays the effect No. stored in the effect information storage area provided in the sub RAM 405. Thus, effect data at the time of the second stop operation is acquired, and effect control processing is performed on the image control unit 420 and the like. Then, when the process of step S302-3-8-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-8-6.

(Step S302-3-8-5)
In step S302-3-8-5, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of setting effect data for the third stop operation based on the determined effect (effect No.). Specifically, the sub CPU 402 displays the effect No. stored in the effect information storage area provided in the sub RAM 405. Thus, effect data at the time of the third stop operation is acquired, and effect control processing is performed on the image control unit 420 and the like. Then, when the process of step S302-3-8-5 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-8-6.

(Step S302-3-8-6)
In step S302-3-8-6, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of adding “1” to the stop reel number counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the stop reel number counter in the stop reel number storage area provided in the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-8-6 is completed, the reel stop command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Timing chart showing signal output from external concentration terminal board 38)
Next, based on FIG. 54, the timing chart which shows the output of the signal of the external concentration terminal board 38 is demonstrated.

  FIG. 54 illustrates the timing at which the external concentrated terminal board 38 connected to the main control board 300 outputs a signal to the outside of the gaming machine 1. Here, the external concentration terminal plate 38 is provided with pins from the first pin to the 16th pin. In addition, each pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 is connected to the above-described hall computer, a data display (not shown), or the like.

  Specifically, the first pin is a pin for outputting information relating to the number of inserted medals to the outside of the gaming machine 1, and the second pin is information relating to the number of paid out medals outside the gaming machine 1. It is a pin to output to. The third pin is a pin for outputting information relating to the number of games to the outside of the gaming machine 1.

  Further, the fourth pin is a pin for outputting information relating to the BB gaming state to the outside of the gaming machine 1, and the fifth pin is for outputting information relating to the RB gaming state to the outside of the gaming machine 1. It is a pin. The sixth pin is a pin for outputting information relating to the bonus gaming state and TK to the outside of the gaming machine 1, and the seventh pin is information relating to the bonus gaming state and the probability variation gaming state of the gaming machine 1. The 8th pin is used to output information related to an error that has occurred in the gaming machine 1 and information related to an illegal act performed in the gaming machine 1 to the outside. It is a pin. The ninth pin is a pin for outputting information related to probability change to the outside of the gaming machine 1, and the tenth to sixteenth pins are unused pins.

  The “information relating to the number of games” is information indicating that “1” games have been started by the main CPU 301 and is output from the third pin as a game start signal. The “information relating to the BB gaming state” is information indicating that the main CPU 301 has shifted to the first BB gaming state or the second BB gaming state, and is output from the fourth pin as a BB gaming signal. Is done. The “information relating to the RB gaming state” is information indicating that the main CPU 301 has shifted to the RB gaming state, and is output from the fifth pin as an RB gaming signal.

  “Bonus game state and TK information” is information indicating that the main CPU 301 is controlled by the TK or is in the bonus game state, and is output from the sixth pin as a bonus or TK in-progress signal. Is done. The “information relating to the bonus game state and the probability change game state” is information indicating that the main CPU 301 is controlled to the probability change game state or is in the bonus game state. Output from pin 7. The “information relating to probability change” is information indicating that the main CPU 301 has won the transition to the probability change gaming state, and is output from the ninth pin as a probability change winning signal.

  Further, in the present embodiment, as the information relating to the bonus game state and the probability change game state, the main CPU 301 outputs a bonus or probability change signal from the seventh pin during the bonus game state or the probability change game state. However, a probability variation gaming signal indicating that the probability variation gaming state is present may be independently output. In addition, regarding the “bonus game state and information related to TK”, an in-TK signal indicating that TK is in progress may be independently output.

  First, as shown in the timing (A) of FIG. 54, the main CPU 301 starts the game having information indicating that “1” games have been started when the start switch 10sw is turned ON and the start of the game is permitted. A signal (information related to the number of games) is output. At this time, the main CPU 301 performs control to turn on the signal output of the third pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 from OFF.

  Therefore, a signal having information indicating that “1” games have been started is output to the outside of the gaming machine 1, and the gaming machine 1 counts the number of the output game starting signals. The number of games played can be grasped by a hall computer or a data display device. As described above, the main CPU 301 stops outputting the game start signal (information relating to the number of games) after outputting “1” pulse or several pulses. The signal output of “1” is switched from ON to OFF after outputting “1” pulse or several pulses.

  Further, in the next game, the main CPU 301 outputs a game start signal again when the start switch 10sw is turned ON and the start of the game is permitted. Therefore, the main CPU 301 performs control to turn on the signal output of the third pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 from OFF to ON. Thus, a signal is output from the third pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 every time “1” games are played.

  Next, as shown in the timing (B) of FIG. 54, the main CPU 301 displays a BB game signal (BB game state) having information indicating that the BB game state has been entered based on the display of BB as a display combination. Information). At this time, the main CPU 301 performs control to turn on the signal output of the fourth pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 from OFF. Accordingly, a signal having information indicating that the gaming state has changed to the BB gaming state is output to the outside of the gaming machine 1.

  Further, as shown in the timing (B) of FIG. 54, the main CPU 301 controls the TK based on the fact that BB is displayed as a display combination, or has a bonus or information having information indicating that it is in a bonus gaming state. A TK in-progress signal (bonus game state and information related to TK) is output. At this time, the main CPU 301 performs control to turn on the signal output of the sixth pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 from OFF. Therefore, a signal having information indicating that the TK is continued in the bonus game state without being in the general game state is output to the outside of the gaming machine 1.

  Similarly, as shown in the timing (B) of FIG. 54, the main CPU 301 displays information indicating that the game state is controlled to the probability change game state or the bonus game state based on the display of BB as the display combination. A bonus or probability change signal (information regarding bonus game state and probability change game state) is output. At this time, the main CPU 301 performs control to turn on the signal output of the seventh pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 from OFF. Therefore, a signal having information indicating that the probability change game is continuing in the bonus game state is output to the outside of the gaming machine 1 without being in the general game state.

  Next, as shown in the timing (C) of FIG. 54, the main CPU 301 stops outputting the BB game signal based on the fact that the bonus end condition is satisfied. At this time, the main CPU 301 performs control to turn the signal output of the fourth pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 from ON to OFF. Accordingly, a signal having information indicating that the BB gaming state has ended is output to the outside of the gaming machine 1.

  Here, the gaming state changes from the BB gaming state to the probable gaming state and during TK. On the other hand, the signal output of the seventh pin of the external concentration terminal board 38, which is a bonus or probability changing signal, is already ON at the start of the bonus. For this reason, the main CPU 301 keeps the signal output of the seventh pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 ON. Similarly, the signal output of the sixth pin of the external concentrated terminal board 38, which is a bonus or TK in-progress signal, is already ON at the start of the bonus. The signal output is also kept ON.

  Next, as shown at timing (D) in FIG. 54, the main CPU 301 outputs the BB game signal again based on the display of BB as the display combination. At this time, the main CPU 301 performs control to turn on the signal output of the fourth pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 from OFF. Accordingly, a signal having information indicating that the BB gaming state has been entered is output to the outside of the gaming machine 1 again.

  Here, the gaming state changes from the probability variation gaming state to the BB gaming state again. On the other hand, the signal output of the seventh pin of the external concentration terminal board 38, which is a bonus or probability changing signal, is already ON. For this reason, the main CPU 301 keeps the signal output of the seventh pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 ON. Similarly, since the signal output of the sixth pin of the external concentrated terminal board 38, which is a bonus or TK signal, is already ON, the main CPU 301 also outputs the signal output of the sixth pin of the external concentrated terminal board 38. , Leave ON.

  Next, as shown in the timing (E) of FIG. 54, the main CPU 301 turns on the start switch 10sw, permits the game to start, and as a result of performing the internal lottery process, the winning area “11” (winning role = When the star is selected, a probability variation winning signal (information regarding probability variation) having information indicating that the player has won the transition to the super high probability variation gaming state is output. At this time, the main CPU 301 performs control to turn on the signal output of the ninth pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 from OFF.

  As described above, the main CPU 301 stops outputting the probability variation winning signal (information relating to probability variation) after outputting “1” pulse or several pulses. The signal output is switched from ON to OFF after outputting “1” pulse or several pulses.

  Next, as shown at timing (F) in FIG. 54, the main CPU 301 stops outputting the BB game signal based on the fact that the bonus end condition is satisfied. Here, similarly to the timing (C) shown in FIG. 54, the main CPU 301 performs control to turn the signal output of the fourth pin of the external concentrated terminal board 38 from ON to OFF. Accordingly, a signal having information indicating that the BB gaming state has ended is output to the outside of the gaming machine 1.

  Further, the gaming state changes from the BB gaming state to the probability changing gaming state and during TK. Note that at this timing (F), the winning combination “star” is won at timing (E), so that the winning probability of the bonus with bonus or TK is particularly high. On the other hand, the signal output at the seventh pin of the external concentrated terminal board 38, which is a bonus or probability changing signal, is already ON, and the signal at the sixth pin of the external concentrated terminal board 38 is a bonus or TK in-progress signal. The output is already ON. For this reason, the main CPU 301 keeps the signal output of the seventh pin of the external concentrated terminal board 38 ON, and also keeps the signal output of the sixth pin of the external concentrated terminal board 38 ON.

  Next, as shown in the timing (G) of FIG. 54, the main CPU 301 stops outputting the bonus or probability changing signal based on the transition to the general gaming state when the probability changing gaming state end condition is satisfied. At this time, the main CPU 301 performs control to turn off the signal output of the seventh pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 from ON. Therefore, a signal having information indicating that the bonus game state and the probability variation game state have ended is output to the outside of the gaming machine 1.

Similarly, as shown in the timing (G) of FIG. 54, the main CPU 301 stops outputting the bonus or TK in-progress signal based on the fact that the TK end condition is satisfied and the game state is shifted to the general gaming state. . At this time, the main CPU 301 performs control to turn the signal output of the sixth pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 from ON to OFF. Therefore, a signal having information indicating that the bonus gaming state and TK have ended is output to the outside of the gaming machine 1.
Here, at the timing (G) in FIG. 54, since the BB gaming state is not entered, the signal output of the fourth pin of the external concentration terminal board 38, which is a BB gaming signal, remains OFF.

Note that the timing (A) and timing (E) in FIG. 54 are timings when the start switch 10sw is turned on and the start of the game is permitted, and timing (B), timing (C), and timing (D) in FIG. ), Timing (F) and timing (G) are timings after the display combination is determined. Note that this timing is not limited to the above timing, and may be another timing.
For example, the probability variation winning signal (information relating to probability variation) output from the ninth pin is output at the timing when the winning area “11” (winning role = star) is selected in the internal lottery process. In the determination process, a combination of symbols related to “star” can be output at the displayed timing. In this case, regardless of the stop timing of the player, the symbol “star” can be stopped on the active line by so-called pull-in, and if the winning combination “star” is selected by the internal lottery process, It is desirable to perform stop control to stop and display the symbol combination related to “Star”.

  In this way, the main CPU 301 determines a game start signal (a signal output from the third pin of the external concentration terminal board 38), a BB game signal (a signal output from the fourth pin of the external concentration terminal board 38), a bonus or TK signal ( By outputting a signal on the sixth pin of the external concentrated terminal board 38), a bonus or a probability change signal (signal output on the seventh pin of the external concentrated terminal board 38), etc. It can be output to the outside of the gaming machine 1.

  For example, in the external device of the gaming machine 1, by counting the number of signals output from the third pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 of the gaming machine 1 (the number of times the signal output is turned ON), the gaming machine 1 The number of played games can be recognized. Further, by counting the number of signals output from the fourth pin of the external concentration terminal board 38 of the gaming machine 1, the number of BBs (number of sets) performed in the gaming machine 1 can be recognized. Further, the number of signals output from the fourth pin of the external concentration terminal plate 38 of the gaming machine 1 is counted while the signal output from the seventh pin of the external concentration terminal plate 38 of the gaming machine 1 is ON. Thus, it is possible to recognize the number of consecutive BB games played in the gaming machine 1 during the probability variation game.

(Production image displayed on the liquid crystal display device 46)
Next, the effect image displayed on the liquid crystal display device 46 will be described based on FIG.

  FIG. 55 shows an effect image displayed on the liquid crystal display device 46 during the bonus. As shown in FIG. 55, the liquid crystal display device 46 displays an effect image based on the winning combination, the player's operation status, and the like.

  For example, in the bonus game state (probability variation RB game state), an example where “star” of the winning area “11” is determined as the winning combination by the main CPU 301 and the ultra-high probability variation effect is selected by the sub CPU 402. ,explain.

  When the winning combination “star” is determined by the internal lottery process (step S108) of the main CPU 301 and the reel rotation start acceptance command is set (step S109-5), the sub CPU 402 performs the game information storage process of step S302-2. Based on the information “11” relating to the winning area included in the reel rotation start acceptance command stored in step S302-3-4-1-2, an ultra-high-precision variation effect is determined in step S302-3-4-1. -2 determines effect data at the start of reel rotation. In addition, it is desirable to perform an effect that suggests winning of the winning combination “star” in the effect at the start of reel rotation of this ultra-high-precision variation effect.

  Next, assuming that the left stop button 11 is operated as the first stop by the player, the main CPU 301 sets a reel stop command in the reel rotation processing (step S117-6). When the reel stop command is set, the sub CPU 402 sets the first stop operation effect data in step S302-3-8-2 of the reel stop command reception process. Thereby, the liquid crystal display device 46 is controlled by the image control unit 420. For example, as shown in FIG. 55, a star is displayed in the left box of three boxes arranged approximately at the lower center of the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 46. Is done.

  Next, assuming that the right stop button 13 is operated as a second stop by the player, the main CPU 301 sets a reel stop command in the reel rotation processing (step S117-6). When the reel stop command is set, the sub CPU 402 sets the second stop operation effect data in step S302-3-8-4 of the reel stop command reception process. As a result, the liquid crystal display device 46 is controlled by the image control unit 420. For example, as shown in FIG. 55, a star is displayed in the right box of three boxes arranged approximately at the lower center of the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 46. Is done. In addition, a large “super-high chance!” Is displayed in the approximate center of the upper part of the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 46, and the player is given a talk.

  Next, assuming that the middle stop button 12 is operated as a third stop by the player, the main CPU 301 sets a reel stop command in the reel rotation processing (step S117-6). When the reel stop command is set, the sub CPU 402 sets the third stop operation effect data in step S302-3-8-5 of the reel stop command reception process. Thereby, the liquid crystal display device 46 is controlled by the image control unit 420, and, for example, a star is displayed in a central box of three boxes arranged substantially at the lower center of the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 46.

  Then, the main CPU 301 sets a display determination command in the display determination process (step S119-1). When the display determination command is set, the sub CPU 402 sets the display determination effect data in the display determination command reception process. Accordingly, the liquid crystal display device 46 is controlled by the image control unit 420, and for example, “Yeah!” Is displayed on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 46, suggesting that the player is promoted to an ultra-high probability game. Can be made.

  In the present embodiment, the end condition for the BB gaming state is the digestion of the “64” game, and the expected value of the number of acquired medals is the same in the first BB gaming state and the second BB gaming state. Specifically, in the normal first BB gaming state and the normal second BB gaming state, the main CPU 301 sets the expected medal acquisition value in the BB gaming state to “448” (net increase “256”), and the special first In the BB gaming state and the special second BB gaming state, the expected medal acquisition value in the BB gaming state is “456” (pure increase “264”). However, the end condition of the BB gaming state is not limited to the above, and may be a predetermined end condition.

  For example, the end condition for the BB gaming state may be acquisition of a predetermined number of medals. Specifically, the main CPU 301 sets the number of acquired medals in the BB gaming state to “465”, and ends the BB gaming state when the number of paid-out medals becomes “465” or more. In this case, for example, as the winning area determination table for the BB gaming state, the normal RB gaming state winning area determination table or the probability variation RB gaming state winning area determination table shown in FIG. 13 may be used.

(When there is a different number of games as the BB gaming state end condition)
Next, a case where a different number of games is set as the BB gaming state end condition will be described. In this case, when the winning area “02” (second BB single role) is won and “blue seven” + “blue seven” + “blue seven” is displayed, the normal second BB game is executed. Whether to perform the third BB game or not is selected by lottery. This will be specifically described below.

(Third BB gaming state winning area determination table)
FIG. 56 is a diagram showing a third BB gaming state winning area determination table. The third BB gaming state winning area determination table is a winning area determination table selected in the third BB gaming state.

  As shown in FIG. 56, in the third BB gaming state winning area determination table, lottery values are defined for the winning areas “watermelon” and “plum”. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and in the third BB gaming state, “losing”, “first BB”, “second BB”, “first BB + plum”, “second BB + plum” ”,“ RB ”,“ RB + Plum ”,“ Bell ”,“ Cherry ”, and“ Star ”are not determined as winning areas.

  Thus, in the third BB gaming state, either the winning area “watermelon” or “plum” is selected, and the probability of each is “½”. Therefore, in the third BB gaming state, the expected medal acquisition value of the player per game is a net increase of “2” ((7-3) * 1/2 + (3-3) * 1/2). ing.

  Here, as described later, in the third BB gaming state, “128” games are set as the number of games that can be played. On the other hand, in the normal second BB gaming state, as described above, “64” games are set as the number of games that can be played.

  Therefore, in the third BB gaming state, the player's expected medal acquisition value per game is less than the net increase of “2” and the net increase of “4” in the normal second BB gaming state (differently However, the number of games that can be played is larger than “128” games and “64” games that are normally in the second BB gaming state (different). On the other hand, the expected medal acquisition value in the third BB gaming state is the same as the expected medal acquisition value in the normal second BB gaming state, with a net increase of “256” (“2” × “128” game).

In such a gaming machine 1, the main CPU 301 determines that the display combination is not “first BB” in step S121-7-2-2 of the BB display process, that is, the display combination is “second”. In the case of “BB”, whether or not to execute the third BB game is selected by lottery. Here, when the main CPU 301 selects to execute the third BB game, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “128” in the bonus game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “128” in the bonus game number counter in the bonus end determination counter storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Thereafter, processing similar to that described above is executed.
Thereby, a plurality of bonus games with the same number of expected medals acquired during the bonus game and different numbers of games can be set.

(Combination of the number of probable games and the number of TK games)
Further, in the present embodiment, during TK is a probability variation game, the number of probability variation games and the number of TK games are the same number of games, but the TK game is independent from the probability variation game, The number of games may be different. A case where the probability variation game number and the TK game number are made different will be described below.

  For example, when the winning area “04” (second BB + plum: blue seven overlapping roles) is won and the bonus game is ended, the first certain change game state is entered. Here, in the above embodiment, “50” games are set for both the probability variation game number and the TK game number. In this setting, the probability variation game number is set to “50” game, and the TK game number is set to “80” game.

  At this time, a TK game number counter is provided separately from the probability variation game number counter, and “80” is set in the TK game number counter. Then, in the game number management process, the value of the TK game number counter is also subtracted together with the subtraction of the value of the probability variation game number counter. Furthermore, when the value of the probability variation game number counter becomes “0” or less, the winning area determination table is changed from the first probability variation gaming state winning area determination table to the second probability variable gaming state winning area determination table.

  Thereby, the number of probability variation games and the number of TK games can be varied. In addition, when changing the winning area determination table from the first probability variation gaming state winning area determination table to the second probability variable gaming state winning area determination table, the probability variation gaming state is changed from the first certain variation game state to the second certain variation game. You may change to a state. In addition, a winning area determination table for TK may be provided independently without using the winning area determination table for second probability variable gaming state.

  In the present embodiment, the “1” game indicates a unit game, and the unit game number indicates the number of games. In the present embodiment, a medal is an example of the game value of the present application. In the present embodiment, the medal acquisition is an example of the special privilege of the present application. In the present embodiment, the general gaming state is an example of the normal gaming state of the present application, and the bonus gaming state (BB gaming state, RB gaming state) is an example of the special gaming state of the present application.

  In the present embodiment, the normal first BB gaming state is an example of the first special gaming state of the present application, and the normal second BB gaming state is an example of the second special gaming state of the present application. In the present embodiment, the display of the display combination “first BB” is an example of the first condition for setting the first special game state of the present application, and the display of the display combination “second BB” is displayed as the present application. This is an example of the second condition set in the second special gaming state. In the present embodiment, the single first special gaming state indicates, for example, from the establishment of the normal first BB gaming state until the termination condition of the normal first BB gaming state is established. It shows what is called one normal first BB game. Similarly, the single second special gaming state indicates, for example, from the establishment of the normal second BB gaming state until the termination condition of the normal second BB gaming state is established. This shows the normal second BB game.

  In the present embodiment, the game period of the “64” game in the normal first BB game state is taken as an example of the first special game period of the present application, and the game of the “64” game in the normal second BB game state. The period is an example of the second special game period of the present application. In the present embodiment, the game in the normal first BB game state is taken as an example of the first special game of the present application, and the game in the normal second BB game state is used as the second special game of the present application. As an example.

Further, in the present embodiment, the BB game signal, the RB game signal, the bonus or TK signal, and the bonus or probability change signal are taken as an example of the game information of the present application. In the present embodiment, the hall computer and the data display are examples of the external device of the present application.
In the present embodiment, the symbol combinations “red seven” + “red seven” + “red seven”, “blue seven” + “blue seven” + “blue seven”, “BAR” + “BAR” + “ "BAR" was taken as an example of the special symbol combination of the present application.
Further, in the present embodiment, information indicating that the probability variation gaming state is being established or that the probability variation gaming state has been determined is an example of the state information based on the gaming state of the present application.

In the present embodiment, the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c constitute a plurality of reels of the present application.
Moreover, in this Embodiment, the display window 21 comprises the symbol display means of this application.
Further, in the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 constitutes the game state setting means of the present application.
Further, in the present embodiment, the start switch 10sw constitutes the start operation detecting means of the present application.

Further, in the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 determines a winning combination based on lottery information such as a lottery value for each winning area set in the winning area determination table. That is, in the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 constitutes a winning combination determining unit of the present application.
In the present embodiment, the main CPU 301, the left stepping motor 101, the middle stepping motor 102, and the right stepping motor 103 constitute the symbol changing means of the present application.

Further, in the present embodiment, the left stop switch 11sw, the middle stop switch 12sw, and the right stop switch 13sw constitute stop operation detection means of the present application.
Further, in the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 performs stop control of symbols arranged on the reel 17 based on the winning combination and the stop operation position. That is, in the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 constitutes stop control means of the present application.
In the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 constitutes the determination means of the present application.

Further, in the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 constitutes a privilege grant unit of the present application.
Further, in the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 constitutes information notification means of the present application. In the present embodiment, the game state display lamp 26 constitutes notification means of the present application.
Further, in the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 and the external concentrated terminal board 38 constitute information output means of the present application.
Further, in the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 constitutes the lottery information changing means of the present application.

Further, in the present embodiment, the winning combinations “first BB”, “second BB”, and “RB” constitute the special game winning combination of the present application. In the present embodiment, the symbol combination “red seven” + “red seven” + “red seven”, “blue seven” + “blue seven” + “blue seven”, “BAR” + “BAR” + “BAR” "Constitutes a special symbol combination of the present application.
In the present embodiment, the bonus game (first BB, second BB, RB) constitutes the special game state of the present application. In the present embodiment, the lottery information in the general gaming state winning area determination table constitutes the normal lottery information of the present application.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the lottery information of the winning area determination table for the first probability variation gaming state, the winning area determination table for the third probability variation gaming state, and the winning area determination table for the ultra-high probability variation gaming state is the high probability special of the present application. Configure lottery information. Also, in the present embodiment, the lottery information of the first probability variation gaming state winning area determination table, the second probability variable gaming state winning area determination table, and the ultra-high probability variable gaming state winning area determination table is the high probability winning of this application. Configure lottery information.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the lottery information of the first probability variation gaming state winning area determination table and the ultra-high probability variable gaming state winning area determination table constitutes the high probability special winning combination lottery information of the present application. Further, in the present embodiment, the lottery information of the first probability variation gaming state winning area determination table, the second probability variable gaming state winning area determination table, and the ultra-high probability variable gaming state winning area determination table is the same as the present application. Configure high probability lottery information.

  As described above, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment has the normal first BB game state and the normal second BB game state in which the expected value of the privilege given to the player is the same, and the normal second BB In the gaming state, the above-mentioned privilege is obtained in a game different from the normal first BB gaming state. When winning area “01” (first BB single role) is won and “red seven” + “red seven” + “red seven” is displayed, the normal first BB game is executed and winning area “02” is displayed. ”(Second BB single role) is won, and“ blue seven ”+“ blue seven ”+“ blue seven ”is displayed, the second BB game is normally executed. Therefore, since the gameability, for example, the medal acquisition method differs depending on the condition for entering the bonus game state, that is, whether the normal first BB game state or the normal second BB game state, the bonus game state Even during the game, it is possible to improve the interest in games.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the first BB after the bonus game is ended after winning the bonus game with the first probability change, the bonus game with the third probability change, or the winning combination “star” during the bonus game. A transition to the gaming state and the second BB gaming state results in a high probability state in which a high probability occurs. Thereby, in the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment, the bonus game and the game up to the bonus game are rich in change, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment assumes that the normal first BB gaming state is won with the probability of “1/2” for the winning combination of “14” and the normal second BB gaming state is It is assumed that the winning combination of “7” is to win with a probability of “1/1”. Therefore, even if the bonus game state is entered, the medal acquisition method differs depending on whether the normal BB game state or the normal second BB game state is entered. Interest can be improved.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment has the same number of games that can be played in the BB gaming state while varying the game playability in each unit game. That is, while the expected value of the privilege given to the player in the BB gaming state is the same and the number of games is the same, the gameability of each game, for example, the medal acquisition method is different, so that even in the bonus gaming state, the game Can improve interest in

  Further, the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment sets “64” games as the number of games that can be played in the normal first BB gaming state and the normal second BB gaming state, and in the third BB gaming state, “128” games are set as the number of possible games. On the other hand, the expected medal acquisition value in the normal first BB gaming state and the normal second BB gaming state is “256” net increase, and the expected medal acquisition value in the third BB gaming state is also “256” net increase. Thereby, while the expected medal acquisition value is the same, there is a change even during the bonus game state, such as the number of games until the medal acquisition is different depending on the game state, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  Furthermore, when the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment is in the bonus gaming state, information (BB gaming signal, RB gaming signal) indicating that it is in the bonus gaming state is transmitted from the external concentration terminal board 38 to the external device. Output. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment can cause the gaming state of the gaming machine 1 to be grasped by the external device, and can improve the interest in gaming.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment receives information (bonus or TK in-progress signal) indicating that TK is ongoing from the external concentration terminal board 38 to the outside during TK or in the bonus gaming state. Let the device output. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment can make the external device understand the number of bonus resorts during TK and TK, and can improve the interest of the game.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, when in the probability variation gaming state or in the bonus gaming state, information (bonus or probability variation signal) indicating that the probability variation is continuing is displayed on the external concentration terminal board 38. To output to an external device. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment can cause the external device to grasp the number of bonus resorts in the probability variation gaming state and the probability variation, and can improve the interest in the game.

  Furthermore, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment lights up the third game state display lamp 26c when the game state is in the probability change game state or when the probability change game is confirmed. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment can make it possible for a player or the like to easily understand that the game state is in a probable game state, and to improve the interest in the game.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment is in the probability variation gaming state, or when the probability variation game is confirmed, the third gaming state display lamp 26c is turned on and the external concentration terminal board 38 is connected to the external device. Signal output information. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment can easily recognize that the gaming machine 1 is in the probability variation gaming state, either by the gaming machine 1 or an external device, and can improve the interest in the game.

  Furthermore, in the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the winning area determination table for determining the winning combination is displayed in the general gaming state in the general gaming state when the bonus ends when the probability variation game is confirmed. The winning table is changed from the one that used the determination table to the winning area determination table for probability variation gaming state. As a result, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment is rich in change in the winning probability for determining the winning combination, and can improve the interest in the game.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment may change the general gaming state winning area determination table to a winning game determining state determining area determination table having a high bonus winning probability to determine a winning combination. For example, when the third probability variation game is finalized and the bonus is terminated, the gaming machine 1 determines that the winning probability of “BB” was 1/256 during the general gaming state, The winning combination is determined by changing to a winning area determination table for third probability variable gaming state with a probability of 1 / 56.9. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment can change the winning probability of the bonus that the player particularly expects for medal acquisition to a high probability, and can improve the interest in the game.

  Further, in the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, when the second probability variation game is confirmed, when the bonus is over, the winning probability of the winning combination “Plum” that can win the medal “3” by winning is determined. Is changed to a winning area determination table for the second probability variable gaming state in which the winning probability of “Plum” is 1 / 1.6 in the general gaming state, and the winning combination is determined. To do. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment can change the winning probability of the winning combination that allows the player to win a medal with a high probability, and can improve the interest in the game.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment may determine the number of probability variation games (number of probability variation games) for which a winning combination is determined with high probability after becoming a probability variation game. For this reason, the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment can enhance the interest of the player in the game even after entering the probability variation game.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment shifts to the probability change game after the bonus game ends even if the transition to the probability change game state is confirmed. For this reason, the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment can enhance the interest of the game before the transition to the probability change game.

  Further, in the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the equality winning combination is won with a high probability by the transition to the probability variation gaming state. For this reason, the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment can advance the game without reducing medals, and can enhance the interest in the game.

  Furthermore, when the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment shifts to the probability-changing gaming state, the probability of a duplicate combination that can be established in any of the plurality of winning combinations is changed to a higher probability than in the general gaming state. . For this reason, in the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, since a plurality of winning combinations simultaneously have a high probability, it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

  In addition, since the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment simultaneously changes the winning combination and the winning combination related to the bonus to a high probability, the probability of the bonus is increased by allowing the player to experience the increase in the winning combination probability. It can be suggested that the game has become interesting, and the interest in games can be improved.

  Furthermore, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment changes to a winning area determination table in which a predetermined winning combination is won with high probability based on the display of a predetermined symbol combination. For example, based on the fact that the symbol combination “Red Seven” + “Red Seven” + “Red Seven” is stopped and displayed, the gaming machine 1 is more than the “No. Change to the winning area determination table for the first probability variable gaming state in which “1BB”, “2nd BB”, and “Plum” are won with high probability. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment shifts to a state advantageous to the player when the predetermined symbol combination is displayed, so that it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

  Furthermore, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment shifts to the general gaming state after shifting to the probability-changing gaming state and by digesting a predetermined number of games. For this reason, the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment can play a game with a sense of tension even in the probability variation gaming state, and can improve the interest in the game.

  Furthermore, when the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment wins an equal role, the same number of medals as that required for the game are awarded. For this reason, the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment can provide a player with a sense of profit for one game by providing an equal role and improve the interest in the game.

  Further, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment stores medals by winning the equal role, and automatically stores the stored medals as game medals for the next game. You can improve your interest in games without spending money.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment enables the settlement when a medal payout request is made while automatically inserting medals at the time of winning the equal role. The game machine that fulfills the player's desire can be provided.

  Furthermore, the gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment, when the equal winning combination wins, without waiting for the waiting time between unit games, specifically, the time until the reel rotation of the next game is permitted, The next game can be started, that is, the reel can be rotated. For this reason, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment permits the start of the game by omitting the waiting time only for the equal prize winning, so that many medals are consumed in a short time without consuming more medals than necessary. The game can be played and the interest in the game can be improved.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment allows the start of the game while omitting the waiting time only when winning the equal role in the TK (equal size high probability state). For this reason, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment can start a game without waiting for the next game even when the same-size winning combination frequently wins, and makes the player feel stressed. It is possible to improve the interest in the game.

  Further, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment has a probability change as seen in a general gaming state winning area determination table, a first probability variable gaming state winning area determination table, an ultra-high probability variable gaming state winning area determination table, and the like. Even in the state, it has a plurality of different probabilities.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment is promoted to a state advantageous to the player during the probability change confirmation so that the transition to the ultra-high probability change game state is determined by winning the star role during the bonus. ing. In this embodiment, only promotion is performed, but it may be demoted to a disadvantageous state for the player. Further, the probability change promotion and demotion lottery timings are not limited to the probability change confirmation, but may be during the probability change game. In addition, the probability change operation timing after promotion or demotion may be immediately after promotion or demotion lottery.

  In addition, in the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, when the TK game is made independent of the probability variation game and the number of each game is different, the case where the number of TK games is larger than the probability variation game has been described. Not limited to this, the number of TK games may be smaller than the number of probability variation games. In addition, although the TK game is performed overlapping with the probability variation game, the TK game may be performed after the probability variation game, or the probability variation game may be performed after the TK game.

  In the present embodiment, the probability variation game is determined when a predetermined symbol combination is displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a predetermined internal winning combination is determined as described above. The probability variation game may be finalized on the occasion that it is done.

  Further, in this embodiment, the probability variation game is terminated by digesting a predetermined number of games. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and as described above, the probability variation game is terminated according to a predetermined fall condition. It may be.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, TK can be generated on condition that a predetermined winning combination is won. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a predetermined number of games may be used as a condition for generating TK. For example, in the general gaming state, neither the probability variation gaming state (including TK) nor the bonus gaming state may be entered, and when the “1000” game has elapsed, the game may be shifted to TK. In addition, regarding probability-changing game states other than TK, as with TK, a predetermined number of games may be used as a condition for generating probability-changing game states.

Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the winning combination “watermelon” is always selected in the normal second BB gaming state. Here, the combination of symbols related to “watermelon” may not be displayed on the active line unless the player operates the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13 at a predetermined timing. Therefore, if a so-called miss-out occurs in which a combination of symbols related to “Watermelon” cannot be displayed on the active line even though “Watermelon” has been selected, the first BB gaming state and expectation of winning medals Although the values are the same, the number of medals that can actually be acquired is reduced by the amount of missing. Incidentally, in the first BB gaming state, the “bell” that is elected with a probability of ½, even if the player operates the left stop button 11, middle stop button 12, right stop button 13 at any stop timing, A so-called pull-in occurs, and a combination of symbols related to “bell” is displayed on the effective line. For this reason, in the normal first BB gaming state and the normal second BB gaming state, it is desirable that the situation of the overwriting and the withdrawal is equal. For example, even in the normal second BB gaming state, the winning combination that is completely drawn in is allowed to win, and the expected winning value of the medal in the normal first BB gaming state is determined by the winning probability of the winning combination and the number of medals to be paid out. Try to be equivalent. The same applies to the special first BB gaming state and the special second BB gaming state.
Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the bonus game is terminated by digesting a predetermined number of games. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and as described above, winning of a predetermined small role is lost. An end condition may be set.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, signals are output to the external device via the external concentration terminal board 38 during BB, RB, during bonus, TK, during bonus, or during probability change. However, not limited to this, a signal is output at the start and end of the BB, at the start and end of the RB, at the start and end of the TK determination, at the start of the probability change game determination and at the end of the probability change game, respectively. It doesn't matter if you do. Further, the type, output timing, and output stop timing of the signal output to the external device via the external concentrated terminal plate 38 are not limited to those shown in the present embodiment, and may be other types. .

  Further, in the present embodiment, a bonus or probability variation gaming signal is always output from the seventh pin when an external device is shifted to the probability variation gaming state via the external concentration terminal board 38. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a case may be provided in which a signal during bonus or probability change game is not output even during the probability change game state. For example, when a bonus or TK in-progress signal is not output from the 6th pin and a transition is made to a probability change gaming state (or a bonus game state with probability change), a bonus in-progress or in-progress gaming signal is output from the 7th pin. Is not output. Thereby, it is possible to provide a latent probability changing state in which it is difficult to determine whether or not the player is in the probability changing gaming state. In this case, the probability change notification lamp, that is, the third gaming state display lamp 26c is preferably not lit.

  Further, the bonus or TK signal output from the sixth pin may be not output as in the bonus or probability change gaming signal. In this case, after a few games have passed, winning for the same-size role will occur frequently, so the player can expect to be in TK, but will be in TK as soon as it becomes TK. It can be difficult to make a judgment.

1 gaming machine 2 cabinet 2a hinge mechanism 3 front door 4 keyhole 5 side lamp 6 medal slot 7 1BET button 7sw 1BET switch 8 MAX-BET button 8sw MAX-BET switch 9 checkout button 9sw checkout switch 10 start lever 10sw start switch 11 left Stop button 11sw Left stop switch 12 Middle stop button 12sw Middle stop switch 13 Right stop button 13sw Right stop switch 14 Stop button unit 15 Return button 16 Selector 16s Medal sensor 17a Left reel 17b Middle reel 17c Right reel 17d Reel unit 18 Production button 18sw Production button detection switch 19 Cross key 19 sw Cross key detection switch 20 Panel 21 Display window 22 Production lamp 23 Start lamp 24 BET lamp 25 Storage Number display unit 26 Game state display lamp 26a First game state display lamp 26b Second game state display lamp 26c Third game state display lamp 27 Discharged number display unit 28 Possibility display lamp 29 Equal role display lamp 30 Stop operation order display Lamp 31 Lumbar panel 32 Receptacle unit 33 Medal payout port 34 Lower speaker 35 Upper speaker 36 Setting display 37 Setting change button 37sw Setting change switch 38 External concentration terminal board 39s Selector sensor 40s Reset key sensor 41s Door open sensor 42 Start lever effect Lamp 43 Drive substrate 44 Production device 45 General-purpose substrate 46 Liquid crystal display device 100 Reel control substrate 101 Left stepping motor 102 Middle stepping motor 103 Right stepping motor 111s Left reel sensor 112s Middle reel center Sa 113s right reel sensor 200 relay board 300 the main control board 301 the main CPU
302 Main ROM
303 Main RAM
304 Main random number generator 305 Main I / F circuit 400 Sub control board 401 Sub I / F circuit 402 Sub CPU
403 Sub random number generator 404 Sub ROM
405 Sub RAM
406 RTC device 410 Production control board 420 Image control unit 421 VDP
422 Liquid crystal control CPU
423 LCD control ROM
424 Liquid crystal control RAM
425 frame counter 426 CGROM
427 VRAM
428 Sound source IC
429 Sound source ROM
430 Lamp Control Unit 431 Lamp Control CPU
432 Lamp control ROM
433 Lamp control RAM
440 Amplifier control board 441 Lower speaker amplifier 442 Upper speaker amplifier 500 Power board 510 Power supply 511 Power button 511sw Power switch 520 Hopper 521 Discharge slit 522 Hopper guide member 523 Guide member 524 Discharge guide member 530 Auxiliary reservoir 530s Auxiliary reservoir Full tank sensor

Claims (4)

A plurality of reels in which a plurality of symbols are arranged on each peripheral surface;
Among the plurality of symbols arranged on the peripheral surfaces of the plurality of reels, symbol display means for displaying a part of the symbols,
A gaming state setting means for setting a gaming state;
Start operation detecting means for detecting a start operation;
A winning combination determining means for determining a winning combination based on the fact that the starting operation is detected by the starting operation detecting means and lottery information corresponding to the gaming state set in the gaming state setting means;
Symbol variation means for variably displaying the plurality of symbols by rotating the plurality of reels based on the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection unit;
A stop operation detecting means provided corresponding to each of the plurality of reels to detect a stop operation;
Stop control means for performing stop control of the symbol variably displayed by the symbol varying means based on the winning combination determined by the winning combination determining means and the stop operation detected by the stop operation detecting means;
Determining means for determining whether or not a predetermined combination of symbols is displayed based on the fact that the display of variation of the plurality of symbols is all stopped by the stop control means;
When it is determined by the determination means that a combination of predetermined symbols is displayed, a privilege granting means for giving a predetermined privilege;
With
The gaming state setting means has a first special gaming state that is different from the first special gaming state and a first special gaming state in which a player can expect to acquire a predetermined special privilege as a settable gaming state. A second special gaming state that can be expected to acquire the special privilege that is substantially the same as the state, and the first special gaming state is set when the first condition is satisfied, and the second condition is satisfied The game machine is characterized in that the second special game state is set by the following. The gaming state setting means sets a gaming state in which a first special game is performed in the first special gaming period as the first special gaming state, and a second in the second special gaming period as the second special gaming state. When a gaming state in which the special game is performed is set and the first special game is performed in the first special game period, an expected value of payout of the game value and the second in the second special game period The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein an expected value for paying out the gaming value when the special game is performed is set to be substantially equal. The game state setting means sets the same number of unit games in the first special game period and the second special game period, and the first special game, the second special game, The game machine according to claim 2, wherein different special games are set. The game state setting means sets a different number of unit games for the first special game period and the second special game period, and expects a game value to be paid out in a single first special game state. 3. The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the value is set to be substantially equal to an expected value of payout of game value in the single second special gaming state.