JP2016140634A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To guarantee transparency of signals where signals must be correctly taken into a test device from a peripheral control device on a sub side via a second interface substrate, and from the test device correct stop switch signals must be input to the game machine via a first interface substrate, according to an AT instruction information such as a pressing order and the like in an AT operation determined by a main control device, following an addition of an AT function to the main control device.SOLUTION: The game machine includes: signal check means CK for determining, in an AT operation, a conformity between AT instruction information output from a main control device MC to a peripheral control device and stop switch signals input from a test device; and test interruption command means NG for outputting a test interruption signal to the test device when the signal check means determines as no conformity found.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Description

  The present invention mainly relates to a revolving game machine that is used for sales of pachinko shops in Article 2, Paragraph 1, Item 7 of the Law Concerning Regulations on Customs Business and Optimization of Business, etc. A gaming machine and the specified test equipment when undergoing a type test of a gaming machine at a designated testing organization (General Safety Association of Japan (Hotsukyo Association)) based on the provisions of Article 20 paragraph 5 It is related with the game machine which incorporated the function which ensures the transparency of the signal between.

  Patent Document 1 describes a prescribed test device for performing a type test of a spinning cylinder type gaming machine. Between the gaming machine and the testing device, a first terminal CN1 for inputting a signal from the gaming machine to the testing device, and The connection is made via an interface board (first interface board) having a second terminal CN2 and a third terminal CN3 for outputting a signal from the test apparatus to the gaming machine. In this way, the game machine has the test equipment input with the reel of the game machine, that is, the index signal of each reel, the excitation pulse signal of the stepping motor that drives each reel, etc., and each reel is started from the test equipment to the game machine. A reel start switch signal that replaces the start lever operation, a stop switch signal that replaces the stop button operation that stops the reel, etc. are output, and a trial test that is close to the actual game over a long period of time while minimizing the number of manual game operations Can be done.

JP 2004-49670 A

  The type test of the gaming machine conforms to the National Public Safety Commission Regulation No. 4 “Rules on the Authorization and Type Approval of Gaming Machines” (hereinafter referred to as the “Game Machine Rules”) on February 12, 1985. It is a test of whether or not, and it corresponds to the 4th machine before the current game machine rule corresponding to the current 5th machine that passed through the revision of the National Public Safety Commission Regulation 1 on January 30, 2004 (2004) In the test under the old gaming machine rules, the main board (main control device) responsible for the main control of the game such as the internal lottery among the control boards of the gaming machine, the peripheral on the sub side that is responsible only for the production Since the board (peripheral control device) was made a black box by prohibiting feedback of signals to the main board, etc., the sub-side was excluded from the test target, so the beginning of the transition to Unit 5 was based on the same idea as the Unit 4 era. The connection specifications between the machine and the test equipment are Inputting and outputting signals between the main board and the test device of the machine was answer the purpose at the interface specification of the literature.

  However, as the era of Unit 5 where the current game machine rules are applied, the feedback of signals from the peripheral board to the main board is still prohibited, but the combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination determined by the internal drawing AT machines and ART machines under Unit 5 equipped with an assist time function that displays the order of the stop button to display and the symbols to be displayed on the liquid crystal display device etc., became popular, AT appeared In this case, the stop button push order, etc. under AT operation determined on the sub side is taken into the test equipment, and the stop switch signal according to the push order is output from the test equipment to the gaming machine for testing. Became appropriate. For this purpose, the sub-side peripheral board and the test apparatus are used for signal processing that has a fourth terminal CN4 and sends a push order signal or the like according to a predetermined sequence within a predetermined time from the reel start switch signal according to the specifications of the test apparatus. Connected via the second interface board equipped with the CPU, the push forward signal etc. was taken into the testing device, and the stop switch signal according to the push forward signal was output to the main board via the first interface board. The ball-out test, which is the most advantageous, has also been conducted.

  In addition, since it has a great influence on the appearance of ATs recently, it is decided whether or not the AT is operated on the main board on the main side, not the peripheral board on the sub side, and AT instruction information such as pushing order is decided. Therefore, it is recommended to shift to the main AT in which the AT is managed by the main board.

  In this case, a push order signal or the like input to the test apparatus from the sub-side peripheral board via the second interface board temporarily enters the test apparatus from the main-side main board via the sub-side peripheral board. Therefore, it becomes unclear whether the signal according to the AT managed by the main is actually taken from the sub side to the testing device side, and in response to this, the gaming machine is really decided on the main side via the first interface board It is also unclear whether stop switch signals are sent in the pushing order, and the main AT makes it impossible to guarantee 100% of the objectivity of the test.

  However, when it is changed to a specification in which a push forward signal or the like is directly input to the test apparatus from the main board on the main side, it is necessary to transfer the function of the second interface board to the first interface board. As the number of terminals increases, it is not sufficient to add terminals. Since the first interface board does not have a CPU, the main board has a test program that handles signal processing for transmitting push order signals in a predetermined sequence within a predetermined time. Therefore, it is necessary to add to the ROM and to make a major change in both hardware and software. Although the test program can be described in a separate area from the ROM control area (up to 4.5 KB) and data area (up to 3.0 KB) of the main board, the storage capacity of the entire ROM is up to 16 KB unlike the sub-side. Since it is strictly limited and there is a description of processing for preventing unauthorized modification and other changes in another area, an increase in the capacity on the ROM is not particularly desirable even in another area.

  The problem of the present invention is that, according to AT instruction information such as the stop button pressing order under AT operation determined by the main board (main control device) without largely changing hardware and software with the main AT, A correct signal is taken into the test device from the sub-side peripheral board (peripheral control device) via the second interface board, and a correct stop switch signal is sent from the test device to the gaming machine via the first interface board. It is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that can ensure signal transparency and perform an objective and appropriate test firing test.

The reference numerals of the drawings are illustrated in parentheses for illustration.
A plurality of reels (1L, 1C, 1R) rotated by operating the start switch (start lever 5) are stopped based on the winning combination determined by the internal lottery and the operation of the stop switch (stop buttons 6L, 6C, 6R) A main control device (MC) responsible for main game control and a peripheral control device (SC) for controlling the rendering device (7) based on the output from the main control device,
The main control device (MC) and the specified test device (TD) can be connected via the first interface board (IF1), and the peripheral control device (SC) and the test device (TD) can be connected to each other. It is premised on a gaming machine that can be connected via a second interface board (IF2), and that enables a test firing test to rotate and stop the reels (1L, 1C, 1R) from the test device (TD).
“Prescribed test equipment” refers to equipment used when a designated test organization of the National Public Safety Commission conducts a test fire test in a type test of a gaming machine.

In the above gaming machines,
AT determination means for determining the operation of assist time that makes it easy to display on the reel (1L, 1C, 1R) a combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination determined by the internal lottery on the main control unit (MC) (H1 etc.) and AT instruction information for specifying the operation information of the stop switch (6L, 6C, 6R) to be output to the rendering device (7) under the operation of the assist time, the peripheral control device (SC) AT instruction information output means (H5) to be output to
The main control device (MC) is provided with first interface board corresponding signal input / output means (IF10) for inputting / outputting signals relating to rotation and stop of the reel to / from the test device (TD), and the peripheral control. The apparatus (SC) is provided with a second interface board corresponding signal output means (IF20) for causing the test apparatus (TD) to output a signal related to AT instruction information input from the main controller (MC),
The main control device (MC) has consistency between the AT instruction information output to the peripheral control device (SC) and the stop switch signal for stopping the reel input from the test device (TD) under the operation of the assist time. A signal check means (CK) for determining and a test interruption command means (NG) for outputting a test interruption signal to the test apparatus (TD) when the signal checking means determines that there is no consistency are provided.
In the “AT instruction information”, information on the pressing order and the pressing position (design to be aimed) that is the operation information of the stop switch, or the winning combination determined by the internal lottery that specifies the pressing order and the pressing position Includes information such as winning area.

  Thus, the signal check means determines the consistency between the AT instruction information output from the AT instruction information output means of the main control device to the peripheral control device and the stop switch signal for stopping the reel input from the test device. When the stop switch signal from indicates a pressing order not in accordance with the AT instruction information or indicates a pressing position (design to be aimed) not in accordance with the AT instruction information, a test interruption signal is output from the test interruption command means to the test apparatus, The test can be interrupted. Therefore, even if the peripheral control device SC outputs a signal different from the AT instruction information from the main control device to the test device via the second interface board, the signal check means finds inconsistency and the test interruption command means. Since the test can be interrupted by this, it is possible to reliably exclude the peripheral control device from performing control contrary to the decision of the main control device, and from the peripheral control device according to the AT instruction information determined by the main control device. It is possible to ensure the transparency of the signal that is correctly input to the testing device via the second interface board and the correct stop switch signal is sent from the testing device to the gaming machine via the first interface board, and is objective and appropriate. Can perform a trial test.

The perspective view of this invention gaming machine. The developed view of the reel which comprises a variable display element. The block diagram of the control apparatus of a gaming machine. A list of symbol combinations. A list of winning area and symbol combinations and game results. The example of an operation | movement symbol display in the accessory operation | movement symbol display waiting period. Transition diagram of gaming state.

  FIG. 1 shows a swivel game machine to which the present invention is applied. The swivel-type gaming machine is generally called a pachislot machine, and it was revised in 1985 (1985) after the revision of the "Game Machine Rules", that is, the first regulation of the National Public Safety Commission on January 30, 2004. ) A slot machine that conforms to the National Public Safety Commission Regulation No. 4 “Rules for Game Machine Approval and Type Approval” on February 12. The terminology and its technical contents conform to the current game machine rules.

  The gaming machine housing 8B includes a rear cabinet 8R, a cabinet frame 8W, and door-shaped upper and lower front cabinets 8E and 8F. In the upper front cabinet 8E, a liquid crystal display device 70, a reel panel 8, and an upper decoration lamp 81 constituting the rendering device 7 for projecting predetermined navigation information in full color during an AT period, which is an advantageous game period during the operation of the assist time AT, etc. , A left decorative lamp 82, a right decorative lamp 83, four accent decorative lamps 84 facing the corners of the liquid crystal display device 70, and a panel decorative lamp 85 facing the top, left and right of the reel panel 8. The lower front cabinet 8F includes an operation unit 8S, a waist panel 8P, a lower left decorative lamp 86, and a lower right decorative lamp 87. A generic name of 81 to 87 is called a decorative lamp 88. Reference numerals 91 to 94 denote speakers for outputting BGM and various sound effects, 8M denotes a medal payout opening, 8G denotes a medal tray, and 8T denotes an ashtray. Note that left and right mean left and right in the player's line of sight facing the gaming machine. The same applies hereinafter.

  The transparent display window 80 of the reel panel 8 includes a left reel 1L, a middle reel 1C, and a right reel 1R that serve as a plurality of variable display elements. A total of 21 reels 10L, 10C, and 10R are arranged on the outer periphery of the reel bands 10L, 10C, and 10R. Three consecutive frames out of the symbols arranged on the frame face the window. The constant-speed rotation speed of each reel 1L, 1C, 1R is about 80 rotations / minute (this embodiment is about 79.6 rotations / minute), and is about 750 ms (this embodiment is about 754 ms). Rotate. During normal forward rotation, each symbol scrolls from top to bottom, and the time required for the symbol to move one frame is about 36 ms. Therefore, under normal stepping motor control, the time from the normal reel stop operation to the stop in the gaming machine rules is “within 190 ms”, an integer solution of ((190 ÷ 36) −1) = 4 frames is allowed The time from the stop operation of at least one reel during the operation of the second type special object to the stop is “within 75 ms”, which is an integer of ((75 ÷ 36) −1) Solution = 1 is the maximum number of sliding frames allowed.

  The display window 80 is intentionally not provided with a line drawing or pattern for displaying an effective line for determining a game result, line illumination, or the like. A plurality of rows and a plurality of symbol display positions displayed through the window of the display window 80, that is, the three rows of the left, middle, and right reels 1L, 1C, and 1R and the upper, middle, and lower three rows respectively. At the 3 × 3 = 9 symbol display positions specified by columns and stages, only the middle line (left middle-middle middle-right middle) is the effective line. However, the upper line (upper left-middle upper-upper right), the lower line (lower left-middle lower-lower right), the lower right line (upper left-middle middle-lower right), the upper right line (lower left-middle middle-upper right), Connect upper and lower V-shaped lines (upper left-middle middle-upper right), lower V-shaped lines (middle left-middle lower-right middle), etc., with the same or different steps, and connect adjacent symbol display positions with a single straight line or broken line However, other lines may be effective lines, and any two or more lines may be effective lines.

  The operation unit 8S includes a medal insertion slot 2 for inserting a game medal as a game medium, a jog dial JD having a push button PB and a dial DA for causing the player's operation to participate in the production, and an electromagnetic record of the storage device, that is, a credit from the credit card. A bet button 3 for pulling down 3 (3BET) medals, which is a prescribed number necessary for the game, a settlement button 4 for dropping the remaining number of medals on the medal tray 8G, and variable display (rotation) of each reel 1L, 1C, 1R ) Start lever 5 serving as a start switch for starting, a left stop button 6L serving as a stop switch provided for each reel 1L, 1C, 1R and serving as a stop switch for individually stopping variable display (rotation) of the corresponding reel, middle stop Button 6C, right stop button 6R, medal return button to be pressed when a medal is jammed downstream of the medal slot 2 0, and a door key hole 8K.

  The reel panel 8 has a credit display DL1 for displaying the current number of credits, a payout display DL2 for displaying the number of payout medals by winning, and is turned on every time one, two, or three medals are applied. ~ 3 lamps EL1 ~ 3, bet lamp ELb to be turned on when a winning medal can be accepted, start lamp ELs to be turned on when a start operation by the start lever 5 is possible, and lighted when a combination of symbols relating to replay is displayed The game basic lamps 30 including the replay lamp ELr to be played are provided. Also, a lamp that is lit as necessary during the AT period, etc., which is a left stop lamp 71 that is lit when the left reel 1L is to be stopped, a middle stop lamp 72 that is lit when the middle reel 1C is to be stopped, and a right There is provided a game effect lamp 700 constituting the effect device 7 including a right stop lamp 73 which is turned on when the reel 1R is to be stopped.

  When the bet lamp ELb is lit, if one medal is inserted from the medal slot 2 with the hanging medal being 0, the one lamp EL1 is lit, and if one is inserted, the two lamp EL2 is lit, and one more is inserted. The three-lamp lamp EL3 is lit and reaches the specified number. When the specified number of multiplied medals is reached, the start lamp ELs is turned on, and the start operation by the start lever 5 becomes possible. If a medal is further inserted into the medal insertion slot 2 without operating the start lever 5 from this state, the counter of the credit indicator DL1 is advanced and can be stored up to a predetermined upper limit of 50 sheets. Up to 50 medals paid out by winning are added to the credit, and medals paid out exceeding 50 are received by the medal tray 8G from the medal payout opening 8M. In the present embodiment, the prescribed number is uniformly three, but the prescribed number may be selected from one, two, and three.

  As shown in FIG. 2, on the outer peripheral surfaces of the reel bands 10L, 10C, 10R of the reels 1L, 1C, 1R, red 7, bar, watermelon, bell 1, bell 2, bell 3, cherry, replay, blank 1 and 10 types of blanks 2 are drawn by printing or the like according to the unique vertical arrangement corresponding to the design numbers 0, 1 to 20. The upper and lower ends of the reel bands 10L, 10C, 10 are connected in a ring shape, and the symbols are scrolled endlessly. Normally, the left reel 1L is pushed first, and the stop operation is performed at the timing when a relatively easy-to-see bar appears on the upper stage of the display window 80 so that the cherry can be pulled in the left reel 1L. Therefore, a stop operation for changing whether or not to aim the bar at the middle reel 1C and / or the right reel 1R according to the display appearance of the left reel 1L is recommended.

  FIG. 3 shows a block diagram of the control device CNT of the gaming machine incorporated in the gaming machine casing 8B. The control device CNT corresponds to the main control device MC corresponding to the main board referred to in the gaming machine rules and the “peripheral board” referred to in the gaming machine rules for receiving information transmitted from the main control device MC according to the unidirectional communication specification. Peripheral control device SC. The one-way communication specification refers to a communication specification that satisfies “not capable of receiving a signal transmitted by a peripheral board” defined in the gaming machine rules for the main board. The “sub-board” defined in the current game machine rules is included in the concept of the main board, and has been distinguished within the industry for a long time, such as the main side having functions that affect or may affect the game result. As for the relationship with the sub-side having no function, the main side is “main board”, that is, “main controller”, and the sub-side is “peripheral board”, that is, “peripheral controller”.

  Each of the stepping motors 12L, 12C, 12R (SM) for connecting the shaft SH as a drive shaft to each reel 1L, 1C, 1R is composed of a permanent magnet built-in rotor Rm having a large number of rotor small teeth on the outer periphery of the iron core, and a magnetic pole. Winding of A phase, B phase, C phase (A bar phase (inverted phase of A)), D phase (B bar phase (inverted phase of B)) on a plurality of sets of magnetic poles having a plurality of small stator teeth on the inner circumference A step of supplying a single-phase excitation pulse for turning on one winding, and a two-phase excitation pulse for turning on one winding and another adjacent winding. By 1-2 phase excitation that repeats the supplying step alternately, the half step angle (one step angle by two step update) is displaced by one step update of the excitation pulse. Further, forward rotation and reverse rotation are made possible by changing the step update direction of the excitation pulse.

  Reel indexes 1Li, 1Ci, 1Ri made of protrusions are integrated at a predetermined angular position on the outer circumference of each reel 1L, 1C, 1R, for example, at the boundary between the symbols. Each reel index 1Li, 1Ci, 1Ri crosses when the symbol of symbol number 0 passes through an arbitrary fixed rotation angle, for example, one frame stop reference position determined in the middle of the display window 80, etc. Index sensors 11L, 11C, and 11R made of photo sensors are arranged at predetermined positions on the stationary member side. Thus, each time the reel indexes 1Li, 1Ci, 1Ri cross the index sensors 11L, 11C, 11R, the symbol number that passes the stop reference position is set to 0, and the step counter that manages the step update number of excitation pulses is used as a base point. Stores step numbers. The symbol number and step counter storage area is secured in the RAM of the main controller MC for each reel 1L, 1C, 1R. The reel indexes 1Li, 1Ci, 1Ri may be replaced with an index disk integrated with the shaft SH. Further, the stop reference position does not necessarily need to coincide with the active line, and may be determined at the upper or lower stage in the display window 80 or may be determined outside the display window 80.

  The stepping motor SM has a specification in which the step angle is about 1.43 degrees, the interruption time t for updating the excitation pulse by one step is 1.496 ms, and the motor rotates once in 504 steps. Therefore, one frame is moved in 504/21 = 24 steps. The number of steps of 24 steps for one frame is managed in descending order of 23 to 1, 0. When each reel index 1Li, 1Ci, 1Ri is detected by each index sensor 11L, 11C, 11R, the base point step together with symbol number 0 23 is set as a numerical value, and every time the excitation pulse is updated by one step, the value of the step counter is updated from 23 to 22, 21,. At the next step update when the step counter reaches 0, the symbol number is set to 1 and the value of the step counter is set to 23.

  In this way, the main controller MC constantly monitors what number the symbol that passes through the stop reference position is determined based on the result of the internal lottery and the operation of the stop buttons 6L, 6C, 6R. When the stop symbol reaches the stop reference position and the symbol number is updated to that of the stop symbol, the step counter value is 23, and each winding of the A phase, B phase, C phase, and D phase is set to the stepping motor SM. The reels 1L, 1C, and 1R are stopped by supplying a stop pulse by all-phase excitation or the like for turning on all the time (for example, 201.96 ms corresponding to 135 interruption). If the stop reference position and the active line are different, stopping the stop symbol at the stop reference position will determine the stop symbol so that the symbol corresponding to the winning combination is displayed on the active line. .

  The main controller MC includes a main CPU, a ROM, and a RAM. In the input port I1, each index sensor 11L, 11C, 11R, each stop button 6L, 6C, 6R, the bet button 3, the settlement button 4, the start lever 5, the insertion medal sensor 21 provided downstream of the medal slot 2, game machine Each signal of the payout medal sensor 23 provided at the exit of the medal payout device HP built in the housing 8B is input. From the output port O1, the built-in LEDs 61, 62, 63 of the stop buttons 6L, 6C, 6R, the stepping motors 12L, 12C, 12R (SM) via the motor driver circuit Dr1, and the game via the LED driver circuit Dr2 The basic lamps 30, the medal blocker 22 for dropping medals inserted after the reel start via the solenoid driver circuit Dr3 to the medal tray 8G, the medal paying motor 24 of the medal paying device HP via the motor driver circuit Dr4, respectively. I have control.

  On the ROM of the main controller MC, an internal lottery is executed to determine the winning combination for the re-playing winning combination, winning combination (small winning combination), and winning combination by operating the start lever 5 when a predetermined number of multiplying medals are inserted. After operating the internal lottery means K and the start lever 5, and after the minimum game interval of 4.1 seconds has elapsed since the start of the previous game, the reels 1L, 1C, 1R are rotated forward, and the result of the internal lottery and the stop buttons 6L, 6C , 6R based on the operation, and within the range of the allowable number of sliding frames from the point of stop operation to zero frame sliding (immediate stop), 1 frame sliding, 2 frame sliding, 3 frame sliding and 4 frame sliding. It is a pattern corresponding to the winning combination that can be withdrawn, and prioritization by role according to the order of re-playing role> winning role (small role)> role and priority ranking according to the priority of high dividend or the number of combinations of symbols The most attractive A combination of symbols that draws in the symbol with the highest priority that is determined through a logic operation that searches for the symbol with the highest priority and / or the reference to the stop control table defined in advance in the ROM, and that corresponds to the role that has not been won The reel control means S constituting the variable display control means for stopping the corresponding reels 1L, 1C, 1R is constructed.

  On the ROM of the main controller MC, a medal payout means M for paying out a predetermined number of medals if the game result is a win, and an automatic medal insertion means for automatically inserting the medals for the next game if the game result is a re-game operation. E, if the game result involves a transition of the game state, a game state transition means J for transitioning the game state, a freeze lottery executed following the internal lottery (the freeze here is a predetermined effect by interrupting the progress of the original game) Based on a predetermined probability determined for each winning combination, a freeze execution means F is constructed to execute a start freeze effect such as rotating the reels 1L, 1C, and 1R backward by several frames and then starting forward rotation. Yes. In the gaming state, the right of winning is carried over without being able to display the combination of the actors' operating symbols even if they hit the special role RBB related to the accessory during the general state corresponding to the initial gaming state or normal state after setting change etc. RBB, which is a gaming state during the operation of an accessory, also referred to as a bonus state in which an accessory related to the RBB is activated by the display of a combination of the actor operation symbols inside the RBB, which is a gaming state inside the special combination, also called a bonus establishment state There are three operating states, and the gaming state can shift from the general state to the inside of the RBB, mainly from the inside of the RBB to the inside of the RBB, and from the inside of the RBB to the general state.

  Furthermore, on the ROM of the main controller MC, an AT determination that determines the operation of the assist time that makes it easy to display a combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination determined by the internal lottery when the reels 1L, 1C, 1R are stopped. As a means, first AT determination means H1 that determines the winning of the AT at an initial predetermined number (for example, 50 games), and the initial number of continuous winnings (at the second time different from the first opportunity) For example, the second AT determination means H2 for determining 50 games or the like) is constructed. In addition, AT addition determining means H3 for determining an additional number (for example, 50 games, etc.) for extending the AT period by a third opportunity different from the first and second occasions, the AT operation from the start to the end of the AT period. The AT management means H4 to be managed is constructed. Furthermore, stop operation information of the stop buttons 6L, 6C, 6R during the AT period to be displayed and output on the liquid crystal display device 70 constituting the effect device 7 under the operation of the assist time, and the gaming state during the RBB operation after the end of the AT period AT instruction information output means H5 for determining AT instruction information for specifying each stop operation information for displaying the accessory action symbol to be transferred to and outputting the information to the peripheral control device SC is constructed. The AT instruction information includes the order in which the correct answer of the stop buttons 6L, 6C, 6R for the subsequent choices during the AT period, such as “left middle right”, etc., and the operation of the accessory during the period from the end of the AT period to the RBB operation In addition to direct information such as “Right, Middle, Left”, etc., in the order of pressing the stop switches 6L, 6C, 6R for displaying symbols, during the AT period for specifying these pressing orders or until the RBB operation after the end of the AT period It may be indirect information such as a winning area number or the like determined after the internal lottery with the period identification.

  A prescribed test apparatus TD can be connected to the main controller MC via a first interface board IF1 used during a test fire test. The first interface board IF1 is mounted with first, second and third connectors CN1, CN2 and CN3 of predetermined standards, and signals relating to the rotation and stop of the reels 1L, 1C and 1R taken from the main controller MC. Is input to the test device TD via the first and second connectors CN1, CN2, and a signal for rotating and stopping the reels 1L, 1C, 1R commanded from the test device TD is main-controlled via the third connector CN3. Input to the device MC. The main controller MC is provided with a first interface board corresponding signal input / output means IF10 including an input port I1 and an output port O1 for connecting the first interface board IF1, and signal lines, connectors, and the like connected thereto. .

  The total number of pins of the connectors CN1 to CN3 of the first interface board IF1 and the signals assigned to the pins are general-purpose specifications that match the specifications of the test apparatus TD. The first connector CN1 inputs a signal from the main control device MC to the test device TD. The total number of pins is 68, which is determined by the reel index signal from each index sensor 11L, 11C, 11R and the internal lottery. Various signals to be detected or determined by the main controller MC, such as a signal corresponding to the condition device number or the winning area number, a signal for identifying the gaming state such as the operation of an accessory, etc. (however, an excitation pulse signal of the stepping motor SM) Is assigned to the specified pin number. The second connector CN2 is also used to input a signal from the main controller MC to the test device TD, has a total number of pins of 68, and can determine the excitation pulse signal of each stepping motor 12L, 12C, 12R (SM). Assigned to the corresponding pin number.

  The third connector CN3 is used to input a command signal from the test apparatus TD to the main controller MC, and has a total number of pins of 68. For the operation of the start lever 5 and the input switch signal to be substituted for the game medal input operation. A game operation signal by hand, such as a reel start switch signal to be substituted, and each stop switch signal corresponding to left, middle, and right to be substituted for the operation of each stop button 6L, 6C, 6R, is assigned to a predetermined pin number.

  The peripheral control device SC includes a sub CPU, a ROM, and a RAM. Transmission information from the main controller MC and a signal of the jog dial JD are input to the input port I2. The reel back lamps BL1 to 9 that illuminate the nine symbols facing the display window 80 from the output port O2 through the lamp driver circuit Dr5 from the back of the reel bands 10L, 10C, and 10R, and the decorative lamp through the LED driver circuit Dr6. 88, the liquid crystal display device 70 via the LCD driver circuit Dr7, the game effect lamps 700 via the lamp driver circuit Dr8, and the speakers 91 to 94 via the power amplifier circuit Dr9.

  The transmission information from the main control device MC, that is, the reception information of the peripheral control device SC includes medal insertion information including operation information of the bet button 3, reel start information including operation information of the start lever 5, winning flag information by internal lottery, Operation information of the stop buttons 6L, 6C, 6R, game result information, game state information, freeze execution information, AT operation start information, AT addition information, AT operation end information, AT instruction information, error information, etc. in the main controller MC Various information to be detected or determined or executed is included.

  On the ROM of the peripheral control device SC, the AT instruction information output means H5 outputs to the liquid crystal display device 70 and the game effect lamps 700 constituting the effect device 7 based on the received information from the main control device MC. Navigation means X for displaying navigation in accordance with the instruction information, voice navigation means Y for notifying the stop button to be operated from the speakers 91 to 94 in conjunction with the display of the navigation means X by voice, gaming state In addition, the effect display means Z for changing and displaying the video development projected on the liquid crystal display device 70 according to the start freeze effect, the AT period, etc., and the sound effect output for outputting sound effects and BGM from the speakers 91 to 94 in conjunction with this Means W are constructed.

  A prescribed test apparatus TD can be connected to the peripheral control apparatus SC via a second interface board IF2 used together with the first interface board IF1 during the test test. On the second interface board IF2, a fourth connector CN4 of a predetermined standard is mounted, and a signal related to AT instruction information received from the main controller MC is input to the test apparatus TD via the fourth connector CN4. The peripheral control device SC is provided with an output port O2 for connecting the second interface board IF2, and a second interface board corresponding signal output means IF20 including a signal line, a connector and the like connected to the output port O2.

  The total number of pins of the connector CN4 of the second interface board IF2 and the signal assigned to each pin have general-purpose specifications that match the specifications of the test apparatus TD. The fourth connector CN4 allows the signal from the peripheral control device SC to be input to the test device TD. The total number of pins is 68, and the stop buttons 6L, 6C, 6R based on the AT instruction information from the peripheral control device SC are provided. Signals of the pressing order and pressing position (design to be aimed) are assigned to predetermined pin numbers. In addition, on the second interface board IF2, a reel start switch signal commanded from the test apparatus TD that substitutes for the operation of the start lever 5 is turned on (for example, falling from a high level to a low level) in accordance with the specifications of the test apparatus TD. ) Within a predetermined time, for example, within 2 seconds, specify whether the first, second, and third reels to be stopped are left, middle, or right, respectively, and send them to the test apparatus TD in time series, Instead of this, or in synchronism with this, specify the number of steps from the reel index signal that the stop button is pressed for the first, second and third reels to be stopped. In other words, a CPU that performs signal processing according to a predetermined sequence, which is sent to the test apparatus TD in time series, is mounted.

  The ROM of the main control device MC stores AT instruction information such as the pressing order of the stop buttons 6L, 6C, 6R transmitted and output to the peripheral control device SC under the operation of the assist time, and the first interface board IF1 from the test device TD. A signal check means CK for determining whether or not the order in which stop switch signals for stopping the reels input via the first interface board corresponding signal input / output means IF10 are matched (is the same order); Test interruption command means for outputting a test interruption signal to the test apparatus TD via the first interface board corresponding signal input / output means IF10 and the first interface board IF1 when the signal check means CK determines that there is no consistency due to a difference in order. NG.

  The signal check means CK and the test interruption command means NG are provided in areas other than the ROM control area and data area of the main controller MC. These are relatively simple test programs that mainly use information that is determined in the normal game on the main controller MC and information that is input in the normal game. The occupied capacity of the memory can be relatively small. The signal check means CK determines an instruction non-corresponding error when the push order of the AT instruction information transmitted and output to the peripheral control device SC is different from the order of the stop switch signal input from the test device TD. When the signal check means CK determines an instruction non-corresponding error, the test interruption command means NG is a signal when there is no error for the test interruption instruction signal to be assigned to the empty pins of the connectors CN1 to CN3 on the first interface board IF1. The level is changed (for example, high level) to a signal level (for example, low level) when there is an error, and the test apparatus TD side is notified that the test should be interrupted. Thereby, the test can be interrupted on the test apparatus TD side. On the contrary, unless the signal check means CK determines an error, the transparency or authenticity of the signal with the test apparatus TD is ensured.

  FIG. 4 shows a combination of symbols on the effective line corresponding to the condition device related to the operation determined by the internal lottery, that is, the winning combination (winning flag). As the special role RBB for actuating the special feature, the second special feature related to the big bonus same as the first special feature RBB1 related to the so-called kind big bonus constituting the special feature continuous actuating device RBB related to the first type special special feature RB RBB2 is defined, REP1 is defined as a re-playing role that allows the next game to be executed without introducing a new game medium, and NML 1 to 17 are defined as winning roles that can acquire game medals, that is, small roles. There are those that list a plurality of symbols in one column. For example, when referring to NML3, the symbol of the left reel 1L means watermelon or blank 1. An example of display items in the display window 80 corresponding to each combination is shown in the remarks column.

  If the small role NML1 can display “replay”-“replay”-“watermelon” on the middle line which is the active line, the small bell NML2 can display the upper bell on which the bells 1 to 3 are arranged on the upper line. "Replay"-"Bell 1"-If "Replay" can be displayed, a right-down bell lined with Bells 1-3 can be displayed on the right-down line, and the small role NML3 can display "Watermelon or Blank 1" on the same middle line- If "Bell 1"-"Watermelon" can be displayed, a right-up bell with bells 1 to 3 aligned on the right-up line can be displayed. These are high payout winning combinations (9 winning combinations) that are displayed when a predetermined stop operation is adapted (in the correct push order), and each of which is paid out with nine medals. The conforming stop operation (correct answer push order) of each of the high payout combinations NML1 to NML3 is different from each other.

  The small combinations NML 4 to 15 are low payout combinations (one combination 1 to 12) that can be displayed when the stop operation is inappropriate (when the pressing order is incorrect) and one medal is paid out. The small combination NML 16 is defined as a single combination, but is not intended to be displayed, and functions as a control change condition device for changing stop control. The small role NML17 is a 6-card role where 6 medals can be paid out, and cherries can be arranged on the right-up line, and it was missed with the symbol pull-in rate PB = 12 × 21 × 12/9261 = 3024/9261 If there is no medal payout.

  FIG. 5 shows the relationship between each winning area in the internal lottery and the operating condition device (winning combination). The internal lottery is a random value extracted from, for example, a 2-byte counter that is updated at high speed on the RAM of the main controller MC when the start lever 5 is operated (in the case of a trial test, when a reel start signal is input from the test device TD). In this game, a winning area number 0 to 17 is identified based on whether or not it belongs to any winning area that is pre-divided within a range of 0 to 65535, and the condition device included in the winning area of the winning number Is activated. In this way, the condition device for operation, that is, the winning combination is determined. In the winning area, there is no mischief that won't win any of the roles, prize winning roles (small roles), small roles ALL, single-sheet roles ALL, cherry and push-bells 1 to 12 optional roles, replaying roles The corresponding replay and RBB corresponding to the special combination are included, and the condition device (comb) listed in each column is won in duplicate or single. The winning area varies depending on the game state in general, inside the RBB, and during RBB operation. As the instruction information output from the AT instruction information output means H5, the correct order of the stop buttons 6L, 6C, 6R for the selected combination during the AT period, and the accessory operation during the period from the end of the AT period to the RBB operation Instead of using direct information based on the pressing order of the stop switches 6L, 6C, 6R for displaying symbols, it is possible to identify whether the pressing order is during the AT period or until the RBB operation after the end of the AT period. In addition, when using indirect information based on the number of the winning area determined by the internal lottery, the specific winning area numbers 4 to 15 for the winning option related to winning will be used during the AT non-operation period excluding from the end of the AT period until RBB operation. Rather, for example, winning information such as No. 99 indicating that any of the winning combinations has been won is output as AT instruction information output means H5 or an independent output means. Luo is outputted to the peripheral controller SC, 択役, cherry, also preferred for the specification of such change effect to be displayed on the liquid crystal display device 70 in response to the replay of the large classification.

  The fraud area is not inside the RBB, but in general and during RBB operation. However, a narrow unjustified area may also be provided inside the RBB. The small role ALL and the single role ALL are dedicated small roles during RBB operation. When the small role ALL is won, one of the high payout roles NML1 to NML1 wins regardless of the stop operation (push order). Nine medals are paid out, and when one winning combination ALL is won, regardless of the stop operation (push order), any one of the low payout NML4 to 15 wins and one medal is paid out. Cherry and each selection combination of push order bells 1 to 12 are small combinations in the general and RBB interiors. Replay is not provided during RBB operation. The special role RBB is drawn only in general, and RBB1 and RBB2 are overlapped, and in the general or inside RBB, the red line corresponding to RBB1 which is a combination of RBB operation symbols is applied to the middle line which is an effective line. If "Red 7"-"Red 7" or "Bar"-"Bar"-"Red 7" corresponding to RBB2 can be displayed, the game state in which the RRB is operating from the next game is entered. It should be noted that during the RBB operation, the specification is such that the RB operation is always performed, and the game ends when the game has paid out medals exceeding the prescribed acquisition number, for example, 63, and returns to the general game state from the next game.

  During selection, the push order bell 1 is “left middle right” in a push order notation (hereinafter, the same applies) that stops the left reel 1L first, the second reel 1C second, and the right reel 1R third. Push order bell 2 is “left and right middle”, push order bell 3 is “middle left and right”, push order bell 4 is “middle right left”, push order bell 5 is “right left middle”, push order bell 6 is “right middle left” , Push order bell 7 is “left middle right”, push order bell 8 is “left / right middle”, push order bell 9 is “middle left / right”, push order bell 10 is “middle right left”, push order bell 11 is “right left middle” ”, The push order bell 12 is“ right middle left ”is the correct push order, and during the AT period, the correct push order information (“ left middle right ”etc. of the push order bell related to the winnings outputted from the AT instruction information determining means H5) ) To display on the liquid crystal display device 70 based on the AT instruction information (stop buttons 6L, 6C, 6R). During the trial test in a mode that is most advantageous to the player by performing the stop operation in accordance with the AT instruction information fetched into the test device TD. By inputting the time series order of each stop switch signal, the correct answer can be easily made in the push order, the combination of symbols related to one high payout combination NML1 to 3 included in the overlapping winning object can be displayed, and a high payout of 9 payout medals can be obtained. can get. Other than the correct answer push order, the incorrect answer push order will be, and from the relationship of the symbol pull-in rate PB, one piece of NML4-15 can be displayed with a probability of approximately 1/2, and the medal payout may be one. If you miss out, you may get no payout. Moreover, in the inside of RBB, the combination of RBB operation | movement symbol by RBB1 or RBB2 may be displayed in a shaded column (US mark 1-8).

  As shown in FIG. 6, when the AT period, which is an advantageous game period within the RBB, is ended, etc., an RBB action symbol display waiting period, which is an accessory action symbol display waiting period, is entered, and the output of the AT instruction information output means H5 Based on the information, the push order suitable for the display of the RBB operation pattern different from the correct push order of the push order bell related to the winning is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 70 as shown in [1] to [8] below. By this navigation, the player can display the combination of the RBB2 operation symbols at an early stage, and can quickly escape from the gaming state inside the RBB2, and has an opportunity to win the AT again. The number of the US mark corresponds to that in FIG.

[1] When the push order bell 1 or 2 in the RBB is hit, follow the push order navigation of “middle right left” 312 and the target navigation of “red 7-red 7-red 7” with the button position corresponding numbers. After displaying “Red 7” of NML5, if the stop operation is performed within the drawing range of red 7 other than the drawable design number of the right design of NML5 on the right design, the reel that draws the design of the small role preferentially over the accessory Without conflicting with the principle of stop control, “Red 7” can be displayed on the right symbol, “Red 7” that can be displayed in combination with “Red 7” and right “Red 7” can be displayed on the left symbol, and RBB1 The combination of the actuating symbols can be displayed.

[2] When the push order bells 1 to 4 inside the RBB are hit, the right design follows the push order navigation of “right middle left” 321 and the target navigation of “red 7-red 7-red 7” with the button position corresponding number. After “Red 7” of NML4 is displayed on the middle symbol, if a stop operation is performed within the drawing range of red 7 other than the symbol that can be drawn in the middle symbol of NML4 in the middle symbol, the symbol of the small role is preferentially drawn over the accessory. Without conflicting with the principle of reel stop control, "Red 7" can be displayed on the middle symbol, and "Red 7" that can be displayed in combination with the middle "Red 7" and right "Red 7" can be displayed on the left symbol. The combination of the accessory action symbols corresponding to RBB1 can be displayed.

[3] When the push order bell 5 or 12 in the inside of the RBB is hit, follow the push order navigation of “center left and right” of 213 and the target navigation of “red 7-red 7-red 7” with the button position corresponding numbers. After displaying “Red 7” of NML13, if a stop operation is performed within the drawing range of red 7 other than the retractable symbol number of the left symbol of NML13 on the left symbol, the reel that preferentially draws the symbol of the small role over the accessory Without conflicting with the principle of stop control, “Red 7” can be displayed on the left design, and “Red 7” that can be displayed in combination with left “Red 7” and middle “Red 7” can be displayed on the right design. The combination of the accessory action symbols corresponding to can be displayed.

[4] When the push order bell 6 or 11 inside the RBB is hit, follow the push order navigation of the “center left and right” 213 and the target navigation of “red 7-red 7-red 7” with the button position corresponding numbers. After displaying “Red 7” of NML14, if a stop operation is performed within the pull-in range of red 7 other than the drawable symbol number of the left design of NML14 in the left design, the reel that preferentially draws the design of the small role over the accessory Without conflicting with the principle of stop control, “Red 7” can be displayed on the left design, and “Red 7” that can be displayed in combination with left “Red 7” and middle “Red 7” can be displayed on the right design. The combination of the accessory action symbols corresponding to can be displayed.

[5] When the push order bell 7 or 8 inside the RBB is hit, according to the push order navigation of 312 “middle right left” and “bar-bar-red 7” aim navigation with the button position corresponding number, the middle symbol of NML6 After “Bar” is displayed, if a stop operation is performed within the drawing range of red 7 other than the drawable symbol number of the right symbol of NML6 on the right symbol, the reel stop control of drawing the small role symbol preferentially over the accessory Without conflicting with the principle, “Red 7” can be displayed on the right design, “Bar” on the left design can be displayed in combination with “Red” in the middle, and the RBB2 actuating symbol can be displayed. Can be displayed.

[6] When the push order bells 7 to 10 in the inside of the RBB are hit, follow the push order navigation of the button position corresponding number 321 “Right Middle Left” and the “Bar-Bar-Red 7” target navigation, and the NML7 on the right pattern After displaying “Red 7”, reel stop control that draws the symbol of the small role preferentially over the accessory when the stop operation is performed within the pull-in range of the bar other than the symbol number that can be drawn in the middle symbol of NML7. “Bar” can be displayed on the middle symbol, and “Bar” can be displayed in combination with the middle “bar” and the right “red 7” on the left symbol, without any contradiction to the principles. The combination of operation symbols can be displayed.

[7] When hitting the push order bell 11 or 6 inside the RBB, follow the push order navigation of 213 “middle left and right” and the “bar-bar-red 7” target navigation with the button position corresponding number, and the NML15 on the middle symbol After displaying “Bar”, if the stop symbol is operated within the pull-in range of the bar other than the NML15 retractable symbol number on the left symbol, the principle of reel stop control that pulls the symbol of the small role preferentially over the accessory "Bar" can be displayed on the left symbol without any contradiction, and "Red 7" that can be displayed in combination with the left "bar" and the middle "bar" can be displayed on the right symbol, and the actuating symbol corresponding to RBB2 can be displayed. Can be displayed.

[8] When the push order bell 12 or 5 inside the RBB is hit, according to the push order navigation of the button position corresponding number 213 "middle left and right" and the target navigation "bar-bar-red 7", the middle symbol of NML12 The principle of reel stop control that draws the symbol of the small role preferentially over the accessory when the “Bar” is displayed and the symbol of the left symbol of the NML12 other than the symbol that can be retracted is stopped in the drawing range of the bar. "Bar" can be displayed on the left symbol without any contradiction, and "Red 7" that can be displayed in combination with the left "bar" and the middle "bar" can be displayed on the right symbol, and the actuating symbol corresponding to RBB2 can be displayed. Can be displayed.

  As shown in FIG. 7, in the general gaming state, for example, the size of the winning area of the special role RBB (RBB1 + RBB2) is 1300 (in terms of winning probability, 1300 / 65536≈ 1 / 50.41) The size of the winning area for each of the choices of Bells 1 to 12 is 2404 or 2403 as a whole, 28844 (28844/65536 in terms of winning probability), and the size of the cherry winning area is 655 (in terms of winning probability) 655/65536), the size of the replay winning area is 8978 (in terms of winning probability, 8978 / 65536≈1 / 7.3).

Therefore, in a general gaming state, for example, when a stop operation is performed at the timing when a bar appears on the upper stage of the display window 80 for each reel in the order of pressing of each game, left, middle, and right, a six-payout cherry Nine are not missed, and a 9-piece dividend for an elected combination can only be obtained when the winning order 1 or 7 is won, and a single dividend for an elected combination is a push that includes NML12 or NML6 in the overlapping winning range. Since it is limited to the wins of the bells 5, 8, 9, 10, and 12, the expected value of medals that can be earned per game with the specified number of 3 is
6 sheets x 655 / (65536-8978 (replay))
+9 sheets × 2404 × 2 / (65536-8978)
+1 sheet x (2403 x 2 + 2404 x 3) / (65536-8978)
≒ 1.047 sheets,
Expected value per sheet is 1.047 sheets / 3 = 0.349 sheets, and the rate is 34.9%.
Every game, 3-1.047 = 1.953 medals will be reduced.
Therefore, the base number of games that can be played with 50 medals worth 1,000 yen is
50 / 1.953≈25.6G (G is a game).

In addition, in the general gaming state, the net increase of medals when there is no missing,
(6-3 sheets) x 655/65536
+ (9-3 sheets) x 28844/65536
+ (0-3 sheets) x (1300; RBB + 25759; unjustified) / 65536
≒ 1.43.

  In the general gaming state, when the RBB is won, the first AT determining means H1 determines the execution of the specific start freeze effect by the reverse rotation start of the reel that is to be won with a predetermined probability, for example, about 3/4, when the RBB is won. On the condition (first opportunity), the winning number of the AT and the initial continuation number of the AT period (for example, 50 games) are determined. In addition, it is a condition that the second AT deciding means H2 has won a cherry that is a rare small role with a relatively low winning probability within the early game period such as 20 games after the transition to the gaming state inside the RBB under non-AT ( At the second opportunity), the winning of the AT and the initial number of continuations of the AT period (for example, 50 games) are determined. Therefore, even if a combination of RBB action symbols is displayed suddenly in the RBB winning game and immediately switched to the game state in which the RBB is activated, there is no advantage to the player. For example, “bar” is displayed on the left symbol and “bar” is displayed on the middle symbol. When “” is displayed, it is advantageous to stop the operation based on the “bar” that is not “red 7” in the pattern on the right and avoid the RBB operation due to the display of “bar”-“bar”-“red 7”. It becomes.

  In the gaming state inside the RBB, the size of the winning area for each of the selections of the push order bells 1 to 12 and the cherry, that is, the winning combination is the same as that of the general, but the winning area of the special special role RBB and the illegal The winning area is shifted to the winning area of the replay, and the size of the winning area of the replay is 36037 in total (36037 / 65536≈1 / 1.82 in terms of winning probability). Therefore, either the replay or the winning combination including the winning combination wins with a high probability.

Therefore, in the gaming state inside the RBB, the expected value of medals that can be earned per game with a prescribed number of 3 under non-AT or free hitting conditions is:
6 sheets x 655 / (65536-36037) x 3024/9261 (PB)
+9 sheets × 28844 / (65536-36037) × 1/6
+1 sheet x 28844 / (65536-36037) x 5/6 x 1/2 (PB)
≒ 1.9176 sheets,
The expected value per card is 1.9176 / 3≈0.6392, which is 63.92% in terms of the rate, and the prescribed lower limit specified in Article 6 Attached Table 5 (1) B (R) 11/20 = 55% which is a predetermined amount.
However, in the gaming state inside the RBB under non-AT, every game, 3-1.9176 = 1.0824 medals will be reduced,
The base number of games that can be played with 50 medals worth 1,000 yen is
50 / 1.08245≈46G.

If there is an AT win at the time of transition to the gaming state inside the RBB or within the early game period of 20 games after the transition, it will be an AT period which is an advantageous game period and will not win based on the output from the AT instruction information output means H5 The correct pressing order corresponding to each of the selection orders of the pressing order bells 1 to 12 is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 70 by the navigation means X, and it is possible to easily win nine winning combinations that are high payouts. Further, the AT addition determining means H3 extends the AT period for a predetermined additional number (for example, 50 games, etc.) on the condition (third trigger) that the cherry tree was hit during the AT period.
The net increase during this AT period or under non-missing conditions is
(6-3 sheets) x 655/65536
+ (9-3 sheets) x 28844/65536
≒ 2.67, and the high net increase AT specification can provide the players with a satisfactory appearance.

  The AT period ends when the AT period managed by the AT management means H4 becomes 0, and becomes an RBB operation symbol display waiting period immediately after the end of the AT period. Even if there is no AT win within the early game period of 20 games after transitioning to the gaming state in which the RBB is operating under non-AT, the AT management means H4 enters the RBB operation symbol display waiting period after 20 games have elapsed. As described above, the RBB operation symbol display waiting period is generated when the generated AT period ends due to the provision of a predetermined end condition or when there is no decision to cause the AT period. Once the RBB operation symbol display waiting period is generated inside the RBB, at least until the transition to the gaming state during the RBB operation, preferably after returning to the gaming state during the RBB operation The AT management means H4 interrupts the operations of the first AT determination means H1, the second AT determination means H2, and the AT addition determination means H3. Therefore, the determination process for causing the AT period is not performed during the period from the occurrence of the RBB operation symbol display waiting period to the transition to at least the gaming state in which the accessory is operating. In the RBB operation symbol display waiting period, the combination operation symbol which is in the incorrect uncompressed order for the display of the high payout combination corresponding to each of the selection orders of the push order bells 1 to 12 related to the winnings output from the AT instruction information output H5. The navigation shown in FIG. 6 which is the appropriate pressing order for the display of is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 70 via the navigation means X, and can be appropriately shifted to the gaming state during the RBB operation.

  In the gaming state during RBB operation, in the gaming state in which the accessory is not in operation, which is a general or internal gaming state, the correct pushing order for each of the choices of the pushing order bells 1 to 12 is different. Dividends NML1, NML2, and NML3 are overlapped in the winning area of the small role ALL (the overlapping winning area of all the small roles of NML1 to 17), and the size of the winning area of the small role ALL is 12200 (it is a winning probability) 12200/65536) The size of the winning area for one-player ALL (the overlapping winning area for all the single-player roles of NML4-16) is 17300 (in terms of winning probability, 17300/65536) and wins a medal The total winning probability for the winning combination that can be won is 29500/65536. It is as high as 1/65536 than 36. Thereby, the requirement about the 1st type special accessory which is an accessory which raises the probability that the condition device concerning the winning for every prescribed number operates is satisfied.

  In addition, the probability that the high payout combination NML1, NML2, NML3 will be won in the small combination ALL, that is, the probability of the small combination ALL is set to 12200/65536, and the probability that any of the high payout combinations will win in the gaming state in which the combination is not activated. In other words, it is lower than the total probability of the winning combination 28844/65536. Furthermore, the winning area and the replay winning area of the special role RBB in general are shifted to the unreasonable area, the replay probability is 0, and the unreasonable probability is 36036/65536.

Therefore, when the RBB is in a gaming state, even if a stop operation is performed in any order and at any timing under non-AT or free-running conditions, any one of the high payout roles NML 1 3 wins and 9 payouts are obtained, and when one winning combination ALL is won, any one low paying player NML4-15 wins and 1 payout is obtained, so one game with a specified number of 3 The expected value of medals that can be earned around
9 sheets x 12200 / (65536-0)
+1 sheet x 17300 / (65536-0)
≒ 1.9394 sheets
The expected value per sheet is 1.9394 / 3≈0.6465, which is 64.65% in terms of rate, which is considerably higher than 34.9% in general, and 63. It will be higher than 92%.

  In the gaming state during the RBB operation, the probability that each of the high payout roles NML1, NML2, and NML3 wins in the small role ALL is also the same as the probability 12200/65536 of the small role ALL, and the gaming state in which the bonus item is inactive The probability that each of the high payouts wins, that is, NML1 included in push order bells 1, 2, 7, and 8 is 9616/65536, NML2 included in push order bells 3, 4, 9, and 10 is 9616/65536, NML3 included in push order bells 5, 6, 11, and 12 is higher than 9612/65536. For example, the winning probability of small role ALL is set to 9616/65536 and the winning probability of single role ALL is increased. By setting it as 19884/65536, etc., the winning probability of some of the small roles is higher than the gaming state when the character is inactive. At the same time, the winning probabilities of the small roles other than the some small roles are set to be the same as the gaming state when the bonus is not in operation, and at least one of the high payout roles is given to the small roles other than the partial small roles. (In this example, NML 1 and 2) may be included.

In the gaming state during RBB operation, the expected value will be higher than that in the general or RBB inside, but every game, 3-1.9394 = 1.0606 medals will decrease, equivalent to 1000 yen The base number of games that can be played with 50 medals is 50 / 1.0606 ≒ 47G.
It is possible to expect 33 games exceeding 63 / 1.9394 ≒ 32.48 until the specified number of acquisitions (exceeding 63) is over, which will be the end of the operation to return to the general gaming state. The number of inserted medals by multiplying by 3 IN = 3 × 33 = 99, the difference number OUT = −50 × 99 / (47 × 3) ≈−35. Less than the number, about 35 medals will be reduced. Therefore, the number of inserted medals “in (IN)” on the horizontal axis and the “difference out (OUT)” obtained by subtracting the number of inserted medals from the number of acquired medals on the vertical axis, regardless of whether the RBB is operating, that is, the actor is operating. The taken-out slant straight line has a decreasing characteristic with a downward slope, and can realize a bonus that is totally unexpected from the normal bonus concept.

In addition, the probability of winning the RBB in the general gaming state is 1300 / 65536≈1 / 50.41, and 3 cards × 50.41≈151 cards are inserted and the medal is −50 × 151 / (25.6 × 3 ) ≈−98.3, that is, the winning of the RBB can be estimated once before the number of about 98.3 is decreased. The simulation test stipulated in Article 6 Attached Table 5 (1) B (F) of the Gaming Machine Rules is “When an internal lottery is performed and the conditional device is activated, the combination of symbols related to the conditional device is displayed. Because it is a requirement that the maximum number of game medals that can be acquired by combination of symbols is acquired '', if you hit RBB in the general gaming state, the combination of RBB operation symbols will be displayed in the winning game, From the game, the game state immediately enters the RBB operation, and the game state inside the RBB is not considered. Therefore, IN = 151 in the game state in the general state, the base 25.6G outgoing straight line of the difference number OUT = −98.3, IN = 99 in the game state during the RBB operation, and the difference number OUT = −35. A game state during normal + RBB operation in which the base 47 straight line of the ball is continuous can be assumed, and the base of the game state during normal + RBB operation is
IN = 151 + 99 = 250,
The difference number OUT = −98.3-35 = −133.3,
250/3 × 50 / 133.3≈31.26G.

And, in the game state in which the base 31.26G is in the general + RBB operation state, the game state in the general during 17500 times of long-term games specified in the fifth (1) b (nu) of the gaming machine rule Article 6 Attached Table The ratio of the number of games in the game state and the number of games in the gaming state during the RBB operation is expected to be approximately 151: 99 based on the RBB winning probability. For this reason,
The total number of medals earned in all 17500 games during General + RBB is
Number of medals earned per game in general (3 + 1.43 net increase) x 17500 x 151 / (151 + 99)
+ RBB earned 1.9394 medals in one game × 17500 × 99/250
≒ 46825 + 13440 = 60265 sheets
The total number of medals inserted in all 17500 games in general + RBB operation is
3 x 17500 = 52500 sheets,
Total number of medals / total number of medals
60265 / 52500≈1.1479 (114.79%).
Therefore, the payout rate will be 114.79%, which is less than the predetermined upper limit of 120% (1.2 times) of the payout rate specified in Article 6 Attached Table 5 (1) B (nu) of the gaming machine rules. it can.

Also, out of 60265 total medals, 13440 are due to RBB operation.
The ratio of bonuses is 13440/60265 = 0.2230 (22.3%), which can be lower than the upper limit of 60% (60%) prescribed in Article 6 Attached Table 5 (1) B .

  As described above, it is assumed that the gaming state actually loops from the inside to the inside of the RBB, from the inside of the RBB to the inside of the RBB, and from the inside of the RBB to the inside of the RBB. Therefore, in the AT machine, in the game state in the general game state, the play restriction that is less than the predetermined upper limit (120%, etc.) under the condition that it is not missed, and the predetermined lower limit (55 in the free hit condition in the game state inside the RBB) %, Etc.) can be satisfied at the same time, and gambling can be maintained appropriately, so that it is possible to provide the player with a play that can be enjoyed in a reasonable manner. In addition, in the test firing test, it is possible to perform an objective and authentic test in the most advantageous manner for the player, including from the start to the end of the AT, so the net increase during the AT is accurately verified in a situation close to the actual game. can do.

  In the embodiment described above, the accessory continuous operation device RBB related to the first type special bonus is used as the bonus to be reduced, but the first type special bonus RB may be used. However, when a bonus reduced by the first type special character RB is configured, the game state during one operation is 12 games at the longest. It is preferable to ensure a sufficient period during the operation of the accessory.

In the above embodiment, the specifications of the interface itself including the first interface board IF1 and the second interface board IF2 that connect the gaming machine side and the test apparatus TD, the operation of the AT, etc., as in the present invention, the main controller MC Both the main AT model determined in step 1 and the sub-AT model in which the operation of the AT is determined by the peripheral control device SC can be used without change, and the tools prepared for the test firing test can be shared.
In the above description, it goes without saying that the probability, number, combination of symbols, etc. are merely examples.

1L; Left reel, 1C; Middle reel, 1R; Right reel (each variable display element)
2; medal slot, 3; bet button, 4; checkout button 5; start lever (start switch)
6L, 6C, 6R; each stop switch 6L; left stop button, 6C; middle stop button, 6R; right stop button 7; production device, 70; liquid crystal display device 8; reel panel, 80; display window CN; MC; main controller, SC; peripheral controller K; internal lottery means, S; reel control means (variable display control means)
M: medal payout means, E: automatic medal insertion means, F: freeze execution means J: gaming state transition means H1; first AT determination means, H2; second AT determination means, H3; AT addition determination means H4; AT management means, H5; AT instruction information output means CK; Signal check means, NG; Test interruption command means X; Navigation means, Y; Voice navigation means, Z; Production display means, W; Sound effect output means TD; Test device IF1; Interface board, IF2; second interface board IF10; first interface board corresponding signal input / output means IF20; second interface board corresponding signal output means

Claims (1)

Based on the main controller responsible for the main game control for stopping the plurality of reels rotated by the operation of the start switch based on the winning combination determined by the internal lottery and the operation of the stop switch, and the output from the main controller A peripheral control device for controlling the stage device,
The main control device and a prescribed test device can be connected via a first interface board, and the peripheral control device and the test device can be connected via a second interface board, and the test is performed. In a gaming machine that enables a test firing test to rotate and stop the reel from the device,
AT determining means for determining the operation of assist time for facilitating the main controller to display a combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination determined by the internal lottery on the reel, and the effect under the operation of the assist time Providing AT instruction information output means for causing the peripheral control device to output AT instruction information for specifying the operation information of the stop switch to be output to the device;
The main control device is provided with a first interface board corresponding signal input / output means for inputting / outputting signals relating to rotation and stop of the reel to / from the test device, and input to the peripheral control device from the main control device Providing a second interface board corresponding signal output means for causing the test apparatus to output a signal relating to AT instruction information to be performed;
A signal check means for determining consistency between the AT instruction information output to the peripheral control device and a stop switch signal for stopping the reel input from the test device under an assist time; A gaming machine, comprising: a test interruption command means for outputting a test interruption signal to the test apparatus when the checking means determines that there is no consistency.

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