JP2017221258A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To improve a decrease in interest of a player caused by limiting a duration while preventing a player's speculative spirit from being stimulated excessively by limiting the duration of an AT game.SOLUTION: A slot machine 1 includes as game states: a first advantageous RT more advantageous than normal; and a second advantageous RT more likely to shift to an AT permission state than normal. When a duration of the AT permission state is the last 200 games or less with respect to 1500 games of a limiter, a pressing order for shifting to the second advantageous RT is notified. In this way, as a new AT permission state is unlikely to be acquired even when the AT permission state is over by the limiter, it is possible to reduce a decrease in interest of a player by the limiter being provided.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 27

Description

  The present invention comprises display means having a plurality of variable display columns for variably displaying a plurality of types of symbols, and stop operation means for stopping variable display of each of the variable display columns, and when all the variable display columns are stopped The present invention relates to a gaming machine that gives a player a privilege according to the symbol combination.

  A slot machine, which is one of the gaming machines, includes a main control unit that performs control related to a game and a sub control unit that performs control related to an effect, and the sub control unit controls the peripheral device for the effect, so that the main control unit Generally, the processing load is distributed to the sub-control units. In addition, this type of slot machine has an assist time (hereinafter referred to as “AT”) function that does not reduce or increase the number of medals possessed by a player (hereinafter referred to as “AT”). Are referred to as “AT machines”).

  In this type of AT machine, for example, a simultaneous winning combination that simultaneously wins a plurality of winning combinations having different payouts is set, and which of the winning combinations is given priority, the order of pressing the stop switch, etc. Some of them are defined according to the operating procedure. In this case, during AT, for example, when winning a simultaneous winning combination, a push order for winning a higher payout by using a peripheral device for production such as a liquid crystal display (advantageous push order) Is notified. Specifically, the information on the type of the winning combination by the winning combination lottery and the information on the advantageous pushing order when the winning combination is won internally are transmitted from the main control unit to the sub-control unit. The sub-control unit controls the liquid crystal display, the LED lamp, and the like during the AT, and executes a notification effect for notifying the player of the advantageous push order received (hereinafter referred to as “AT game”). "). Here, when the player operates the stop switch in the notified press order, the winning combination with a high payout is won, so that the number of medals possessed by the player can be increased.

  In addition, in AT machines, as the duration of AT games increases, the number of medals earned increases accordingly, so whether or not the duration of AT games is usually increased when so-called rare small roles such as cherries and watermelons are won. The lottery (additional lottery) is performed to enhance the player's interest. However, in such a configuration, the player is expected to extend the duration of the AT game indefinitely, and there is a risk of excessive gambling. Therefore, conventionally, there has been proposed a technique for preventing the player from excessively gambling in a gaming machine having an AT function. For example, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, in a slot machine having an AT function, when the difference number (payout number) in the AT reaches a specified number (for example, 10,000), the AT continues thereafter. Forcibly end AT even if it is scheduled. This makes it difficult to obtain more medals than the prescribed number, so that it is possible to prevent an excessive amount of gambling from the player in AT games.

JP 2004-135837 A (paragraph 0119, FIG. 36, etc.)

  However, as in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, when the limiter is provided in the duration of the AT in which the AT is forcibly terminated, an extra to reach the limiter during the duration of the AT is obtained. After that, even if you win the rare role before reaching the limiter, you will not be able to expect further additions. In this case, the profit that would be originally obtained cannot be obtained, and the interest of the player is lowered. Here, as a measure to prevent a decrease in the interest of the player, after reaching the limiter, the game state is changed to a special state that does not normally occur, and a new AT is given or is easily obtained. Can be considered. However, such a configuration that provides a special benefit when the limiter is reached reduces the significance of providing the limiter and requires special control.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and in a gaming machine equipped with an AT function, by setting a limit on the duration of the AT game, it is possible to prevent the player from being overly happy. However, it aims at improving the fall of the player's interest by setting a limit in the said duration.

  In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine according to the present invention includes a display unit having a plurality of variable display columns for variably displaying a plurality of types of symbols, and a stop operation unit for stopping variable display of each of the variable display columns. A gaming machine that gives a bonus to a player according to a symbol combination when all the variable display rows are stopped, and a first advantageous game that is more advantageous to the player than the predetermined gaming state. A game state setting means for setting any one of a plurality of game states including a state and a second advantageous game state, and specific roles having different degrees of advantage to be given to the player by operating procedures of the stop operation means A combination lottery means for performing a combination lottery for determining whether or not a combination of a plurality of combinations including a transition combination related to the transition of the gaming state set by the gaming state setting unit is won, and the combination A special game control means for performing a special game in which an advantageous operation procedure corresponding to the specific role is identifiable when the combination lottery result of the selection means becomes the specific role winning result winning the specific role; and An informing means for informing the operation procedure of the stop operation means including an informing of the advantageous operation procedure, and a special game that allows the special game in a game in a special game non-permitted state that does not allow the special game An allowable state determining means for determining whether to enter an allowable state, and a right continuation time determining means for determining a special game continuation period that is a period in which the right to perform the special game continues, wherein the special game allowable state is , When a predetermined end condition including the end of the special game continuation period determined by the right continuation period determining means is satisfied, or a predetermined period without the predetermined end condition being satisfied The special game control means is the special game permission state, and the special lottery result of the special lottery means is the specific winning combination result in the special game allowed state and the game of the special game continuation period. Sometimes the special game is performed, and the second advantageous game state is set to have a higher degree of expectation that is determined to be the special game permissible state by the permissible state determining means than the predetermined game state and the first advantageous game state. The transition combination includes a transition between advantageous states related to transition between the first advantageous gaming state and the second advantageous gaming state, and the gaming state setting means is predetermined in the predetermined gaming state. When the first advantageous gaming state transition condition is established, the gaming state is changed to the first advantageous gaming state, and when the transition between advantageous states is won in the first advantageous gaming state, When the stop operation means is operated according to a predetermined operation procedure corresponding to the transition between the advantageous states, the gaming state is changed to the second advantageous gaming state, and the notification means is configured to change the predetermined state in the special gaming permission state. In a state where the special game continuation period continues until the remaining period until the period becomes equal to or less than the specific period, the predetermined operation procedure is notified in a identifiable manner when the winning combination between the advantageous states is won. Yes.

  According to this configuration, the special game allowance state permitting the special game is ended (limiter) when the predetermined end condition is continued without being satisfied, and thus an upper limit can be set for the special game continuation period. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the gambling feeling of the player that the advantageous state can be continuously obtained for a long time and a large number of medals can be obtained. In addition, if the special game continuation period continues until the remaining period until the limiter is equal to or less than the specific period, if a winning combination is selected, the predetermined operation procedure is notified. When the means is operated, the gaming state shifts to the second advantageous gaming state. That is, when approaching the limiter, the gaming state is led to the second advantageous gaming state in which the expectation for the special gaming permissible state is high, and the gaming state after reaching the limiter has a high expectation for the new special gaming permissible state. The possibility of becoming a gaming state (second advantageous gaming state) is increased. In this way, even if the limiter finishes the special game permission state, the expectation of the transition to a new special game permission state is increased, so that it is possible to suppress a decrease in the interest of the player due to the provision of the limiter. In the second advantageous game state, even if the special game allowance state does not become close to a predetermined period, the stop operation means is operated in a predetermined operation order when winning the transition between advantageous states in the first advantageous game state. When it is done, it is provided as a gaming state that shifts. In this way, the second advantageous gaming state is a gaming state that can occur even during normal times, so it is possible to prevent the significance of the limiter from diminishing by giving a special benefit when reaching the limiter, and the special advantage that accompanies this There is no need for control.

  In addition, another gaming machine according to the present invention includes a display unit having a plurality of variable display columns for variably displaying a plurality of types of symbols, and a stop operation unit for stopping variable display of each of the variable display columns. In a gaming machine that gives a player a privilege according to a symbol combination when the variable display row is stopped, a predetermined gaming state, a first advantageous gaming state and a second advantageous that are more advantageous to the player than the predetermined gaming state A game state setting means for setting any one of a plurality of game states including a game state, a specific combination having a different degree of advantage to be given to a player by an operation procedure of the stop operation means, and the game state A role lottery means for performing a role lottery for determining whether or not one of a plurality of roles including a transitional role related to transition of the gaming state set by the setting means and a bonus role is won, and the role lottery hand A special game control means for performing a special game in which an advantageous operation procedure corresponding to the specific combination can be specified in a specific manner when the combination lottery result of the specific combination wins the specific combination winning result. A notification means for notifying the operation procedure of the stop operation means including a notification of a special operation procedure, and a special game permission state allowing the special game in a game in a special game non-permitted state that does not allow the special game And an allowable state determining means for determining whether or not and a right continuation period determining means for determining a special game continuation period that is a period in which the right to perform the special game continues, wherein the special game allowable state is the Continue for a predetermined period when the predetermined end condition including the end of the special game continuation period determined by the right continuation period determining means is satisfied or without the predetermined end condition being satisfied When the special game control means is in the special game permission state and the special game continuation period, the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means is the specific combination winning result. The special combination game is performed, and the transitional role is a game state that is a disadvantageous game state from the first advantageous game state than the first advantageous game state and is one of the other game states. A winning combination for winning the bonus combination and a winning of the bonus, including a falling combination relating to transition to a state and a transition combination between advantageous states relating to transition between the first advantageous gaming state and the second advantageous gaming state , At least one of the winning lottery in the bonus and the end of the bonus is a trigger for the allowable state determining means, and the gaming state setting means is a predetermined first advantageous gaming state in the predetermined gaming state. When the transition condition is established, the gaming state is changed to the first advantageous gaming state, and when the transition between the advantageous states is won in the first advantageous gaming state, the stop operation means is operated according to a predetermined operation procedure. If the game state is changed to the second advantageous gaming state and the winning combination is won in the first advantageous gaming state, and the stop operation means is operated according to a prescribed operation procedure, the gaming state The first condition for changing the setting to the falling-down gaming state and not changing the setting depending on the result of lottery other than the bonus combination in the second advantageous gaming state, or winning the bonus combination or winning the bonus Or when the second condition that the second advantageous gaming state continues for a specified period is established, the setting is changed to another gaming state, and the notification means is in the special gaming permission state. In a state where the special game continuation period continues until the remaining period until the predetermined period becomes equal to or less than the specific period, the predetermined operation procedure is notified in a identifiable manner when the winning combination between the advantageous states is won. It is a feature.

  According to this configuration, the special game allowance state permitting the special game is ended (limiter) when the predetermined end condition is continued without being satisfied, and thus an upper limit can be set for the special game continuation period. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the gambling feeling of the player that the advantageous state can be continuously obtained for a long time and a large number of medals can be obtained. In addition, if the special game continuation period continues until the remaining period until the limiter is equal to or less than the specific period, if a winning combination is selected, the predetermined operation procedure is notified. When the means is operated, the gaming state shifts to the second advantageous gaming state. In the second advantageous game state, either a bonus that can be used as an opportunity to shift to a new special game allowance state or not, or continue for a specified period, will not shift to another game state in the result of lottery other than the bonus combination Since it is configured to shift to another gaming state, there is a possibility that a state more advantageous than the predetermined gaming state can be maintained after reaching the limiter until it shifts to a new special game allowable state. Get higher. In this way, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the interest of the player due to the end of the special game permission state by the limiter. The second advantageous game state is a state in which when the stop operating means is operated in a predetermined operation sequence when the transition between advantageous states is won in the first advantageous game state, the special advantageous game state is in a predetermined period. It is provided as a gaming state to which a transition is made even if it is not continued. In this way, the gaming state (second advantageous gaming state) that easily shifts after reaching the limiter is a gaming state that can occur even during normal times, so the significance of the limiter is diminished by giving a special benefit when the limiter is reached. Can be suppressed, and there is no need to perform special control associated therewith.

  In the second advantageous gaming state, the winning probability of the inter-advantage state transition combination is higher than other gaming states, and the winning of the inter-advantage state transition combination serves as a determination opportunity of the allowable state determining means. Also good.

  According to this configuration, winning the transition between advantageous states not only suggests that the current gaming state is the second advantageous gaming state, but also allows a transition to a new special gaming permission state. Since it becomes high, it is possible to improve the interest of the player.

  Further, the transition between advantageous states is changed from the second advantageous gaming state to the first advantageous when the operation procedure of the stop operation means is a specific operation procedure different from the predetermined operation procedure corresponding to the transition between advantageous states. The informing means is configured to shift to a gaming state, and the notification means, when the remaining period is equal to or less than the specific period, in the case of winning the transition between advantageous states in the second advantageous gaming state, You may make it alert | report so that a specific operation procedure can be specified.

  According to this configuration, it is easy to shift from the second advantageous state to the first advantageous state until the remaining period until the limiter of the special game allowable state becomes equal to or less than the specific period. It is possible to prevent excessively giving a profit to shift to the second advantageous state having a high degree.

  Further, an effect means for performing a game state suggestion effect suggesting a type of game state, and an effect selection means for selecting one of the game state suggestion effects performed by the effect means from among the plurality of types of game state suggestion effects. Further, the effect selection means may be configured such that the selection ratio of the type of game state suggestion effect varies depending on the type of game state when the special game permission state ends.

  According to this configuration, the game state after the end can be predicted according to the type of the game state when the special game permissible state ends. In this case, when the special game allowance state is ended by continuing for a predetermined period, the transition to the second advantageous game state can be predicted by the type of the game state suggestion effect. And if the transition to the second advantageous gaming state can be predicted, the game after the limiter can be performed while thinking that it may shift to a new special game permissible state immediately thereafter. The discouragement that the allowable state has ended can be prevented.

  In addition, the plurality of combinations include a re-gamer, and the first advantageous game state and the second advantageous game state are both set with a higher probability of winning the re-gamer than the predetermined game state, In the second advantageous gaming state, the winning probability of the re-gamer may be set lower than that in the first advantageous gaming state.

  According to this configuration, when the special game allowance state is ended by the limiter, it is possible to easily shift to the second advantageous game state so that a new special game allowance state can be easily obtained, and the game state after the limiter (the first game state) (2 advantageous gaming state) can be prevented from becoming an excessively advantageous state.

  In addition, it further includes directing means for performing in accordance with the progress of the game, and when the remaining period has shifted to the second advantageous gaming state until the remaining period becomes equal to or less than the specific period, and the remaining period is the specific period. You may make it the production | presentation performed by the said production | presentation means differ with the time when it transfers to the said 2nd advantageous game state in the following state.

  According to this configuration, even when the special game permissible state is immediately before reaching the limiter, it becomes possible to recognize that there is a chance of a new special game permissible state after reaching the limiter. be able to.

  The right continuation period determining means includes a right period extending means for extending the special game continuation period based on a determination result of the combination lottery means. The special game continuation period may not be extended regardless of the determination result of the combination lottery means.

  According to this configuration, since the merit is reduced even when the second advantageous game state is entered during the special game permission state, it is possible to prevent an illegal act of obtaining an excessive profit by illegally making the transition to the second advantageous game state.

It is a perspective view of a slot machine which is an example of the gaming machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the symbol of a reel, Comprising: (a) shows the symbol arrangement | sequence of each reel, (b) is a figure which shows the kind of symbol. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the slot machine of FIG. 1. It is a functional block diagram which shows the function of the main control board of FIG. 2, and a sub control board. It is a figure for demonstrating the game of the slot machine of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the combination name of a symbol which comprises a winning symbol, and a symbol combination group, and the payout (number of payout) when winning. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the combination name of a symbol which comprises a winning symbol, and a symbol combination group, and the payout (number of payout) when winning. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the combination name of a symbol which comprises a winning symbol, and a symbol combination group, and the payout (number of payout) when winning. It is a figure which shows the combination number and the symbol combination group which comprise a combination corresponding to the combination. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the identification number of the winning combination group comprised by the combination of FIG. 9, and a gaming state. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the lottery value and setting value in a game state (RT0). It is a figure which shows the relationship between the lottery value and setting value in a game state (RT1). It is a figure which shows the relationship between the lottery value and setting value in a game state (RT2). It is a figure which shows the relationship between the lottery value and setting value in a game state (RT3). It is a figure which shows the relationship between the lottery value and setting value in a game state (RT4). It is a figure which shows the relationship between the lottery value and setting value in a game state (BB1). It is a figure which shows the data structure of a role lottery table. It is a figure which shows the modification of the combination lottery table of FIG. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the identification number of AT permissible winning, and the game number distribution table for AT permissible winning. It is a figure which shows an example of the game number distribution table for AT permissible winning. It is a figure which shows the other example of the game number distribution table for AT permissible winning. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the identification number of AT right winning, and an AT addition lottery table. It is a figure which shows an example of AT addition lottery table. It is a figure which shows the other example of AT addition lottery table. It is a figure which shows the relationship between transfer replay and a correct answer push order. It is a figure which shows the display for an alerting | reporting. It is a figure which shows an example of AT game. It is a flowchart which shows a main process. It is a flowchart which shows the game start waiting process of FIG. FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing the game start waiting process in FIG. 28, and is a flowchart following FIG. 29. It is a flowchart which shows the various game number update process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the permissible state stay ratio confirmation process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process, Comprising: It is a flowchart following FIG. FIG. 34 is a flowchart illustrating an out-of-use area interrupt process in FIG. 33. It is a flowchart which shows the permissible state stay ratio display process of FIG. It is a figure for demonstrating the game of the slot machine concerning 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the identification number of the winning combination group of 2nd Embodiment, and a game state. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the lottery value and setting value in the game state (RT2) of 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the lottery value and setting value in the game state (RT3) of 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of AT game of 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the modification of a combination. It is a figure which shows the modification about the allocation condition of the lottery value which determines AT right winning.

<First Embodiment>
A first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS.

(Constitution)
In the slot machine 1 which is an example of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, a prescribed number (for example, three) of game media such as medals is inserted in any one of a plurality of preset gaming states. The execution of one game is started on the condition that a start switch 19 described later is operated, and is configured as shown in FIG.

  The front surface of the housing 3 is closed by a front door 5 so as to be openable and closable, and an operation plate 7 is disposed at a substantially central height of the front door 5. A front plate 9 is disposed above the operation plate 7. The front plate 9 is provided with a horizontally elongated display window 11. Inside the display window 11, left, middle, and right reels 13L, 13M, and 13R that variably display a plurality of types of symbols in a predetermined order are disposed. As shown in FIG. 2, the left / middle / right reels 13L, 13M, and 13R have a plurality of kinds of symbols (in this embodiment, “red 7” “blue 7” “BAR” “BL” “WM (watermelon)”. "CH (cherry)", "RP1", "RP2", "BE1 (bell)" and "BE2 (bell)") are provided in a predetermined arrangement.

  Also, frame numbers from 0 to 19 are sequentially attached to each symbol. In this case, for example, a reel tape on which symbols from frame numbers 0 to 19 are printed is attached to the peripheral surfaces of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R. When the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R rotate, a plurality of symbols are variably displayed on the display window 11 in a predetermined order of frame numbers 19, 18,..., 0, 19,. From the display window 11, when the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R stop rotating, the symbols are set to look into a total of three, one for each of the upper, middle, and lower stages. That is, when all three reels 13L, 13M, and 13R are stopped, a total of nine symbols arranged in three columns and three rows are stopped and displayed on the display window 11. In this embodiment, as a winning line in the display window 11 used for winning determination, a so-called middle line configured by a middle stage of the left reel 13L, a middle stage of the middle reel 13M, and a middle stage of the right reel 13R is set. Yes.

  In addition, reel motors 14L, 14M, 14R (see FIG. 3) composed of stepping motors are connected to the reels 13L, 13M, 13R so that the reels 13L, 13M, 13R can be independently rotated. Has been. Note that a display unit of the slot machine 1 is configured by a reel unit (not shown) including the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R and the reel motors 14L, 14M, and 14R.

  Further, the operation panel 7 has a bet switch 15 for instructing to insert one medal from the credit medals stored in the inside, and the maximum number inserted per game (game) from the credit medals (three in this case). Maximum bet switch 17 for instructing insertion of medals), lever-like start switch 19 for rotating each reel 13L, 13M, 13R to start variable display of each symbol, left, middle, right Left / middle / right stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R (stop operation means) for stopping rotation of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R to stop variable display of each symbol, a settlement switch 23 for paying out credit medals, A medal slot 25 is also provided. In this embodiment, one type of three medals inserted (specified number) necessary for one game is set. Further, a plurality of variable display rows for variably displaying a plurality of types of symbols are formed by the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R, and the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R correspond to the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R, respectively. Is provided.

  In addition, an animation or the like is displayed almost at the center above the front plate 9 to notify the player of winning or winning, or to notify the operation mode of each stop switch 21L, 21M, 21R. A liquid crystal display 27 is provided. An explanation panel 29 on which various winning symbols are displayed is provided immediately above the liquid crystal display 27, and speakers 31L for performing effects such as music and voice are provided on the left and right sides of the liquid crystal display 27 and the explanation panel 29. , 31R are provided. A central lamp portion 33M is disposed on the upper side of the explanation panel 29 and the speakers 31L and 31R, and left and right lamp portions 33L and 33R are disposed on the left and right sides thereof. Each lamp unit 33M, 33L, 33R is provided with a light source such as a light emitting diode. These lamp portions 33M, 33L, and 33R are integrally formed, and constitute an upper lamp portion 33 for performing effects such as notifying a player of winning and winning.

  In addition, a lower panel 35 on which a decorative image or the like is displayed is provided below the operation panel 7. A lower lamp unit in which a plurality of light sources are arranged in, for example, two rows on the left and right sides of the lower panel 35. 37L and 37R are provided. Further, below the lower panel 35, a medal payout opening 39 for medals and a medal receiver 41 for receiving medals paid out from the medal payout opening 39 are provided. In addition, a winning line is drawn on the front plate 9, and a credit indicator 45 for displaying the number of stored credit medals is disposed at the lower left corner of the front plate 9. The credit display 45 is composed of, for example, two 7-segment LEDs, and can display a 2-digit stored number (up to 50).

  Also, below the credit display 45, a payout display 46 for displaying the number of medals paid out at the time of winning is arranged. Similar to the credit indicator 45, the indicator 46 is composed of two 7-segment LEDs. Note that the payout display 46 is used both for displaying error information and for displaying the allowable state stay ratio described later.

  Further, below the display window 11 of the front panel 9, information related to the control of the main control board 63 such as the order of operating the left stop switch 21L, the middle stop switch 21M, and the right stop switch 21R and the result of the role lottery is notified. A notification display 60 is provided for (display). As shown in FIG. 26, the notification display device 60 includes, for example, two 7-segment LEDs 60a and 60b, and a notification lamp 60c composed of LEDs. Accordingly, by changing the lighting state of each of the segments S1 to S7 included in each of the 7-segment LEDs 60a and 60b, for example, the operation procedure such as the operation sequence and operation timing of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R can be notified. It is configured. Further, for example, by turning on the notification lamp 60c, it is possible to notify that the state of the slot machine 1 is the AT allowable state (special game allowable state). For example, by turning off the notification lamp 60c, It can be notified that the state of the machine 1 is an AT non-permitted state (special game non-permitted state). The function of notifying the operation order of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R by the notification display device 60 corresponds to the “notification unit” of the present invention.

  A support frame that supports the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R is fixed to the rear wall in the housing 3. A hopper unit 43 for discharging medals to the medal payout opening 39 is disposed below the support frame in the housing 3. In addition, a medal selector 48 is arranged on the back side near the medal slot 25 to select whether or not the medal inserted into the medal slot 25 is a legitimate one and guide only the legitimate medal to the hopper unit 43. ing. Further, an operation box 49 (see FIG. 3) is fixed to the left side wall in the housing 3 on the left side of the hopper unit 43 when viewed from the front of the slot machine 1. The operation box 49 is provided with a power switch 50 (see FIG. 3) for switching power ON / OFF, a change processing start switch 56 (see FIG. 3) including a key cylinder for setting change processing, and a setting change time. A reset switch 52 (see FIG. 3) used for switching the set values is provided. The reset switch 52 is also used as a switch for canceling an error when an error occurs and displaying an allowable state stay ratio.

  Next, the electrical configuration of the slot machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the insertion sensor 53 is provided in the medal insertion slot 25 in the vicinity of the medal insertion slot 25 inside the housing 3, and detects the medals inserted into the medal insertion slot 25 one by one. A payout sensor 54 is provided at the exit of the hopper unit 43 and detects medals paid out to the medal payout outlet 39 one by one.

  The left / middle / right position sensors 55L, 55M, and 55R detect the rotational positions of the left, middle, and right reels 13L, 13M, and 13R, and are provided on the left, middle, and right reels 13L, 13M, and 13R, respectively. When the left / middle / right reels 13L, 13M, and 13R rotate, the protrusions are detected every round and a detection signal is output to the main control board 63. In this embodiment, for example, when the left / middle / right position sensors 55L, 55M, and 55R detect the protrusions, the symbol of frame number 19 is configured to be positioned in the middle of the display window 11, respectively. .

  The hopper motor 57 is disposed in the hopper unit 43 and pays out medals toward the medal payout opening 39 by driving thereof.

  Further, the slot machine 1 includes a main control board 63 on which a main CPU 61 that performs control related to the progress of the game is mounted, and a sub that performs control of effects according to the progress of the game based on information transmitted from the main control board 63. A sub control board 73 on which the CPU 71 is mounted is provided separately, and various data are transmitted from the main control board 63 to the sub control board 73 in one direction. The main control board 63 is strictly sealed in the board case so that it cannot be illegally accessed from the outside. In addition, various measures are taken on the substrate case so that it can be surely confirmed that it has been illegally released.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 3, the RAM 65 of the main control board 63 is a storage capacity inside the main CPU 61, and temporarily stores data relating to the game such as the gaming state of the slot machine 1, and FIG. The flag storage area 651, the determination result storage area 652, the allowable period game number counter 653, the AT period game number counter 654, the total game number counter 655, the total allowable period game number counter 656, and the allowable state stay ratio storage area 657 are configured. A storage area is formed by the RAM 65. Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the ROM 67 of the main control board 63 is a storage capacity inside the main CPU 61, and the role lottery table 671, stop table 672, and AT allowable winning time which are preset data shown in FIG. The slot machine 1 program (game machine program) including the game number distribution table 673, the AT addition lottery table 674, and the like is stored.

  The main CPU 61 of the main control board 63 has an interrupt function such as a timer interrupt, and executes a game machine program stored in the ROM 67 to perform processing related to the progress of the game. The main CPU 61 includes data relating to a role lottery result in a role lottery process performed by the role lottery means 103 described later, data relating to operation of operating instruments operated by players such as the stop switches 21L, 21M, 21R, and the start switch 19. Various data are transmitted to the sub control board 73 (sub CPU 71) in a predetermined command format.

  The memory 75 of the sub-control board 73 includes a RAM unit that temporarily stores various data and a ROM unit that stores various programs for effects. The sub CPU 71 of the sub control board 73 has an interrupt function such as a timer interrupt, and the sub CPU 71 receives various data related to the slot machine 1 transmitted from the main CPU 61 (in the role lottery process by the role lottery means 103). The program stored in the memory 75 is executed on the basis of the result lottery result, data regarding whether or not the operation devices such as the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R, the start switch 19 and the like are operated, and is related to the game for the player Determine the content of the production. In addition, the sub CPU 71 of the sub control board 73 controls the effect devices such as the liquid crystal display 27 and the speakers 31L and 31R via the I / O port of the sub control board 73 based on the determined contents of the effect. I do.

(Main control board)
Next, the main control board 63 will be described in detail with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 63 has various functions realized by executing programs stored in the ROM 67 and various functions realized by controlling hardware. .

(1) Game control means 100
The game control means 100 of FIG. 4 controls the game of the slot machine 1 in any one of a plurality of preset game states. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 5, the game control means 100 includes a general gaming state (initial RT (RT0), normal RT (RT1), first advantageous RT (RT2), second advantageous RT (RT3), In the bonus internal winning (RT4)), a general game, which is a general game, is executed, and a bonus game state based on a bonus combination advantageous to the player over the general game state (BB1: sometimes referred to as a bonus game) A bonus game is executed at.

  In addition, as a game advantageous to a player different from the bonus game which is a game in the bonus game state (BB1), the role lottery result of the role lottery means 103, which will be described later, is obtained by operating the stop switches 21L, 21M, 21R. When a specific combination winning for a specific combination (push order bell: see FIG. 9) with a different degree of advantage to be given to the player is obtained, each advantageous stop switch 21L, 21M, In addition to notifying the 21R operation procedure in an identifiable manner, it is a role related to the transition of the gaming state, and a transition role (RT2 transition replay) having different merits given to the player by the operation procedure of each stop switch 21L, 21M, 21R. , RT3 transition replay, fall fall replay: Refer to FIG. 9), each advantageous combination corresponding to the transition combination when the winning combination result is Top switch 21L, 21M, there is AT game to identifiable informed the 21R Procedure (special game). When the game control means 100 is in the AT permissible state shown in FIG. 5 and the game during the AT period (special game continuation period), the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means 103 is a specific combination winning result or a transition combination winning result. Play AT games. However, with regard to the RT3 transition replay, as described later, the AT game is performed only when the number of remaining games up to the limiter is 200 games or less. Here, the function of executing the AT game by the game control means 100 corresponds to the “special game control means” of the present invention, and initial RT (RT0), normal RT (RT1), and bonus internal winning (RT4) The first advantageous RT (RT2) corresponds to the “first advantageous gaming state” of the present invention, and the second advantageous RT (RT3) corresponds to the “second advantageous game” of the present invention. "RT" transition replay corresponds to "a transition between advantageous states" of the present invention.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 4, the game control means 100 includes an operation mode determination means 100a, a game state setting means 100b, an AT allowable state setting means 100c, an initial game number determination means 100d, an extra lottery means 100e, and an AT game possible state. A determination unit 100f is provided.

(1-1) Operation mode determination means 100a
The operation mode determination unit 100 a determines a player's operation mode for the slot machine 1. Specifically, the player's operation mode for various switches provided in the slot machine 1 such as the bet switches 15 and 17, the start switch 19, and the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R, and the player to the medal slot 25 The mode of various operations on the slot machine 1 by the player is determined, such as the mode of the medal insertion operation.

(1-2) Game state setting means 100b
The gaming state setting unit 100b is configured to set a plurality of gaming states set in advance based on the result of the combination lottery processing by the combination lottering unit 103, the determination result of the symbol combination on the active line (middle stage line) by the symbol determination unit 110, and the like. The gaming state of the slot machine 1 is set to any one of the above.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 5, in this embodiment, the gaming state includes initial RT (RT0), normal RT (RT1), first advantageous RT (RT2), and second advantageous RT (RT3) bonus internals. During the winning (RT4), a bonus game state (BB1) is provided. Here, the general game is executed in the general game state constituted by the initial RT (RT0), the normal RT (RT1), the first advantageous RT (RT2), the second advantageous RT (RT3), and the bonus internal winning (RT4). The bonus game is executed in the bonus game state (BB1). The initial RT (RT0) is a gaming state that shifts when settings are changed as described later or after the bonus gaming state (BB1) ends.

  As shown in FIG. 5, in the initial RT (RT0), push order bells (left middle right correct bells 1-4, left and right middle correct bells 1-4, middle left and right correct bells 1-4, middle right left correct bells 1-4). When the right / left middle correct answer bells 1-4, right / left correct answer bells 1-4: see FIG. 9), the gaming state setting means 100b sets the gaming state to normal RT (RT1), and the gaming state is normal. Transition to RT (RT1). Also, in normal RT (RT1), when winning a U-lip to any of RT2 transition replays 1 to 6 (see FIG. 9), the gaming state setting means 100b sets the gaming state to the first advantageous RT (RT2), The gaming state shifts to the first advantageous RT (RT2). In addition, in the first advantageous RT (RT2), when the UU lip is used to win any of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 (see FIG. 9), the gaming state setting means 100b sets the gaming state to the second advantageous RT (RT3). Then, the gaming state shifts to the second advantageous RT (RT3). Here, the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in the push order (U lip) to shift to the first advantageous RT (RT2) when one of the RT2 transition replays 1 to 6 is won in the normal RT (RT1). This corresponds to the “predetermined first advantageous state transition condition” of the present invention. Note that the first advantageous state transition condition is changed as appropriate, such as automatically shifting to the first advantageous RT (RT2) when a predetermined number of games are consumed after winning the AT allowable lottery in normal RT (RT1). be able to.

  As shown in FIGS. 12 to 14, when the normal RT (RT1) is compared with each of the first advantageous RT (RT1) and the second advantageous RT (RT3), the role lottery means in the normal RT (RT1) With regard to some specific lottery values among lottery values that are not won (lost) for all the roles in the role lottery according to 103 (FIG. 4), the first advantageous RT (RT2) and the second advantageous RT (RT3) It is set to win the re-gamer, and the first advantageous RT (RT2) and the second advantageous RT (RT3) are set to have a higher probability of winning the re-gamer (replay) than the normal RT (RT1). The gaming state that has been played. In addition, as shown in FIG. 5, if the first order RT (RT2) causes a push-down bell to be dropped or a D-lip wins one of the fall replays 1 to 3 (see FIG. 9), the gaming state The setting means 100b sets the gaming state to normal RT (RT1), and the gaming state shifts to normal RT (RT1). In addition, when a second win RT (RT3) is used to win any of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 by U-lip, the gaming state setting means 100b sets the gaming state to the first advantageous RT (RT2), and the gaming state is the first. Move to 1 advantageous RT (RT2). Further, when the push order bell is missed in the second advantageous RT (RT3), the gaming state setting means 100b sets the gaming state to the normal RT (RT1), and the gaming state shifts to the normal RT (RT1). In addition, the transition destination when winning a D-Rep on any of the fall replays 1 to 3 in the first advantageous RT (RT2) is not limited to the normal RT (RT1), but other games such as the initial RT (RT0), for example. It may be in a state. In addition, when the second order RT (RT3) causes the push order to be lost, the transition destination is not limited to the normal RT (RT1) but may be other gaming states such as the initial RT (RT0). .

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 5, a bonus combination (red 7 big) in the gaming state of any one of initial RT (RT0), normal RT (RT1), first advantageous RT (RT2), and second advantageous RT (RT3). If the symbol combination when all reels 13L, 13M, and 13R are stopped is not a symbol combination related to a bonus winning (non-winning), the game state setting means 100b is a game. The state is set to bonus internal winning (RT4), and the gaming state shifts to bonus internal winning (RT4). Further, when a bonus combination is won during the bonus internal winning (RT4), the gaming state setting means 100b sets the gaming state to the bonus gaming state (BB1), and the gaming state shifts to the bonus gaming state (BB1). When a predetermined bonus game end condition is satisfied in the bonus game state (BB1), the game state setting means 100b sets the game state to the initial RT (RT0), and the game state shifts to the initial RT (RT0). In this embodiment, the bonus game end condition is set such that the number of payouts exceeds a specified value. This specified value is set to 300 for Red 7 Big, and 100 for BAR Big, so that the bonus game (BB1) for winning Red 7 Big will continue for at least 34 games. It is configured. Note that the bonus game end condition is the same in any of the AT non-permitted state, the AT permitted state, and the AT period, and ends when the number of payouts exceeds a specified value.

  Thus, each gaming state is configured to shift to another gaming state when a transition condition set for each gaming state is satisfied. It should be noted that the above-mentioned “push order bell missing”, “RT2 transition replay winning”, “RT3 transition replay winning”, “falling replay winning”, and the like relating to the transition condition will be described later.

(1-3) AT permissible state setting means 100c
As shown in FIG. 5, the AT permissible state setting means 100c is either an AT non-permitted state that does not allow AT games (special game non-permitted state) or an AT permissible state that allows AT games (special game permitted state). The state of the slot machine 1 is set to one of them.

a) Transition from AT Non-permitted State to AT Permitted State by AT Permitted Win As shown in FIG. 10, in AT non-permitted state (initial RT (RT0), normal RT (RT1), first advantageous RT (RT2)) In the game, a winning combination group (identification number) including an AT allowable combination is provided among the objects of the combination lottery. Here, it is determined that the lottery value determination / determination unit 103b has won an identification number including an AT-permitted role based on the lottery value generated by the lottery value generation unit 103a of the combination lottery unit 103 based on the start of the game by operating the start switch 19. (AT allowable winning), the AT allowable state setting means 100c sets the slot machine 1 to the AT allowable state.

  At this time, the AT permissible state setting means 100c notifies that it is in the AT permissible state by turning on the notification lamp 60c (see FIG. 26) of the notification display 60. By notifying the outside that the AT is allowed, the slot machine 1 is in an abnormal state and may be faulty or illegal when an AT game is executed when the slot machine 1 is not in the AT allowed state. It can be judged immediately.

  By the way, as shown in FIG. 5, in order to shift from the normal RT (RT1) to the first advantageous RT (RT2), the normal RT (RT1) wins the U Lip at any one of the RT2 transition replays 1 to 6. Although it is necessary, the push order of the advantageous stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R for winning each of the RT2 transition replays 1 to 6 by U lip is set (see FIG. 25A). For this reason, it is difficult to win an advantageous U lip in the promotion replays 1 to 6 unless this advantageous pushing order is normally notified in AT games.

  In addition, when a D lip is won in any of the fall replays 1 to 3 in the first advantageous RT (RT2), the normal RT (RT1) is transferred, but, similar to the RT2 transition replays 1 to 6, the fall replays 1 to 3 are changed. An advantageous order of pressing the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R for winning the N lip without winning the D lip is set for each. Therefore, it is difficult to win an advantageous N lip with the fall replays 1 to 3 unless this advantageous pushing order is normally notified in AT games. In addition, each pushing order of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R that wins the D lip set in each of the fall replays 1 to 3 corresponds to the “specified operation procedure” of the present invention.

  In addition, when the UU lip is won in any of RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 in the first advantageous RT (RT2), the second advantageous RT (RT3) is transferred, but as shown in FIG. 25B, the RT3 transition replay is performed. Each of 1 to 6 has an advantageous push order of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R for winning with a UU lip. Therefore, it is difficult to win an advantageous UU lip in RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 unless this advantageous pushing order is normally notified in AT games. Here, each pressing order for winning the “UU lip” set in the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 corresponds to the “predetermined operation procedure” of the present invention. In addition to the “UU lip” set for RT3 transition replays 1 to 6, each of the pushing orders for winning (the pushing order for winning the “U lip”) corresponds to the “specific operation procedure” of the present invention.

  In addition, if the U-lip is won in any of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 in the second advantageous RT (RT3), the first advantageous RT (RT2) is transferred, but each of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 wins the U-lip. The pushing order of the stop switches 21L, 21M, 21R for winning the UU Lip without setting is set. For this reason, it is difficult to win a UU Lip in RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 unless this push order is notified normally in an AT game.

  Therefore, it is difficult to stay at the first advantageous RT (RT2) or the second advantageous RT (RT3) unless an AT game for notifying an advantageous operation procedure of the stop switches 21L, 21M, 21R is performed. When the gaming state is the initial RT (RT0) or the normal RT (RT1), the AT allowable winning is selected, and the AT allowable state setting means 100c sets the slot machine 1 to the AT allowable state. Further, the AT allowable state setting means 100c sets an initial game number (3 games or 53 games in this embodiment) in the AT period game number counter 654 (FIG. 4) when setting the slot machine 1 to the AT allowable state. . With this setting, an AT game that can perform an AT game that notifies an advantageous operation procedure of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R when the winning lottery result of the winning lottery means 103 is a specific winning combination winning result or a transition winning winning result. It becomes possible. When the number of games of the AT period number of games counted by the AT period game number counter 654 remains, the state of the flag during the AT period stored in the flag storage unit 651 (FIG. 4) can be AT games. It is set to ON by the state determining means 100f (AT game possible state).

  Also, when AT gaming is enabled in the initial RT (RT0) or normal RT (RT1), the AT is being prepared from non-AT, and the RT2 transition replays 1 to 6 are selected during the normal RT (RT1) AT preparation. Then, an AT game for notifying the advantageous pressing order of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R for winning a U-lip that shifts to the first advantageous RT (RT2) is executed. If a U-lip is won in any one of the RT2 transition replays 1 to 6, the game shifts to the first advantageous RT (RT2) in the AT gaming enabled state to which the AT execution right is granted, so-called ART.

  Further, after setting the count value in the AT period game number counter 654, the AT allowable state setting means 100c counts the count value of the AT period game number counter 654 every time a game is executed regardless of whether the game is a general game or an AT game. By subtracting 1 from, the remaining number of games in the AT period game number (AT execution right) is counted. In addition, the AT allowable state setting means 100c is a permissible period game number counter each time a game is executed regardless of the type of game in the game after the slot machine 1 is set to the AT allowable state (the notification lamp 60c is turned on). By adding 1 to the count value of 653, the duration of the AT allowable state is counted. The AT allowable state setting means 100c sets the number of games (for example, 1500 games) preset as a limiter condition in the allowable period game number counter 653 when setting the slot machine 1 to the AT allowable state. Each time a game is executed in the allowable state, the duration of the AT allowable state may be counted by subtracting 1 from the count value of the allowable period game number counter 653.

  Further, the AT allowable state setting means 100c wins the falling lottery when the count value of the AT period game number counter 654 becomes 0 or after the count value of the AT period game number counter 654 becomes 0. Either of the above end conditions (corresponding to the “predetermined end condition” of the present invention) is satisfied, or the number of continuing games in the AT allowable state is 1500 games (corresponding to the “predetermined period” of the present invention) If the limiter condition is satisfied, the slot machine 1 is set to the AT non-permitted state (end of the AT permitted state). The AT allowable state setting means 100c turns off the notification lamp 60c when setting the slot machine 1 to the AT non-permissible state. The AT allowable state setting means 100c resets the count values of the allowable period game number counter 653 and the AT period game number counter 654 to “0” when the AT allowable state is terminated by the limiter.

  The AT-permitted end condition is the identification number (see FIG. 10) for which AT-permitted has been won, the condition after AT-permitted (the lottery result after AT-permitted, the number of games that have elapsed since the transition to the AT-permitted state The number of medals acquired after the transition to the AT permissible state) may be changed as appropriate. It is possible to further improve the game playability by changing various conditions for terminating the AT permissible state.

(1-4) Initial game number determining means 100d
When an identification number (see FIG. 10) including an AT-permitted role is won in the AT non-permitted state, it is determined that the slot machine 1 is set in the AT-permitted state by the lottery value determination determining unit 103b of the role lottery unit 103 described later ( AT acceptable winning). The initial game number determining means 100d determines the initial duration (initial game number) of the right to execute the AT game in the game in which the lottery value determination determining means 103b has determined that the slot machine 1 is in the AT allowable state. It is determined by lottery using the AT allowable winning game number distribution table 673 (FIG. 4).

  For example, when the identification number 11 “AT tolerance + RT3 transition replay 1” is won, the initial game number determining means 100d determines the initial game number using the AT allowable winning game number distribution table 673 shown in FIG. . In this table 673, 3 games are given as the initial number of games in the duration (AT period) of the right to execute AT games with a probability of 1/2, and the initial number of games in the AT period with the same probability of 1/2. 3 games + 50 games = 53 games are given. When the initial game number determining means 100d determines the initial number of games in the AT period, it sets the count value of the number of games in the AT period game number counter 654.

  Also, when the identification number 26 “AT permission + AT right + red 7 big + cherry” is won, the initial game number determination means 100d has the AT-number-winning game number distribution table 673 for the identification number 26 shown in FIG. Is used to determine the initial number of games in the AT period. In this table 673, the initial number of games of 3 games is given after the bonus is finished with a probability of 1/2, and the initial number of games for 3 games + 50 games = 53 games is given with the same probability of 1/2 after the bonus is finished. It is configured as follows. When the initial game number determining means 100d determines the initial number of games in the AT period, it sets the count value of the number of games in the AT period game number counter 654. If there is no increase in the number of games by the additional lottery means 100e until the initial number of games is consumed, the AT period ends and the AT allowable state ends when the initial number of games is consumed. In addition, as shown in FIG. 10, among the identification numbers including the bonus combination (red 7 big), there is an identification number that does not include the AT allowable combination (for example, identification number 25). The AT period (the number of initial games) is not given, and the game shifts to a general game after the bonus game is over.

  When the identification number 30 “AT permission + AT right + watermelon A” is won, the initial game number determination means 100d uses the AT number determination game number distribution table 673 for the identification number 30 as described above. Determine the initial number of games in the AT period. For example, in this table 673, 3 games are given as the initial number of games in the AT period with a probability of 1/2, and the initial number of games in the AT period is given 3 games + 50 games with the same probability of 1/2. It is configured as follows. Further, in this embodiment, when an identification number including a watermelon (watermelon A or watermelon B) and an AT allowable role is won, the AT period (the count value of the AT period game number counter 654 is 0) ends. The permissible state continues, and the AT permissible state ends when the falling lottery after the end of the AT period is won. This falling lottery is performed for each game won in a role other than a so-called rare role such as watermelon or cherry after the end of the AT period, and falls (wins) with a probability of 1/8. If an identification number including an AT right is won before winning the falling lottery, the AT period is restored.

  Further, in this embodiment, when an identification number including an AT allowed role is won, the initial game number determining means 100d is configured to give an initial game number for at least three games. The initial game number may not be given at all, such as 3 games with probability, 53 games with probability of 1/3, and lose with 1/3 probability.

  The initial game number determination means 100d may determine the initial number of games in the AT period by performing the above-described distribution lottery using the same lottery value as the lottery value used for the role lottery of the role lottery means 103. Alternatively, a random number value (lottery value) for distribution may be newly generated, and the above-described distribution may be performed using this. The AT allowable winning game number distribution table 673 is used in an AT non-permitted state, and one AT allowable winning game number distribution is assigned to each identification number (a lottery value of a role lottery). A minute table 673 is provided.

(1-5) Additional lottery means 100e
The extra lottery means 100e (corresponding to the “right period extension means” of the present invention) has the AT right on condition that the AT permission state setting means 100c sets the slot machine 1 to the AT permission state (during the AT period). When an identification number including a combination (see FIG. 22) is won, the number of games to be added to the initial number of games (the number of added games) is determined. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 10 and FIG. 22, the AT allowable state (initial RT (RT0), normal RT (RT1), first advantageous RT (RT2), second advantageous RT (RT3), bonus gaming state The AT right combination is associated with a part of the lottery value in the game in (BB1)). Here, based on the start of the game by the operation of the start switch 19, it is determined that the lottery value determination / determination means 103b grants the right to play an AT game based on the lottery value generated by the lottery value generation means 103a of the role lottery means 103 ( The AT right winning) and the extra lottery means 100e perform a lottery lottery (additional lottery of games) using the AT extra lottery table 674.

  For example, when the identification number 3 “AT permission + AT right + normal replay” is won during the AT period, the extra lottery means 100e uses the AT extra lottery table 674 for the identification number 3 shown in FIG. decide. This table 674 is configured such that four types of additional games of 10 games, 20 games, 30 games, and 50 games are assigned with a probability of 1/4.

  In addition, during the AT period, when the identification number 20 “AT right + BAR uniform replay” that is the target of the lottery is won only during the bonus game (BB1), the extra lottery means 100e is for the identification number 14 shown in FIG. The number of extra games is determined using the AT extra lottery table 674. This table 674 is configured such that 30 games with a probability of 1/2, 50 games with a probability of 1/4, and 100 games are added with a probability of 1/4. In addition, when the extra lottery means 100e determines the extra game number by the extra lottery, the value corresponding to the extra game number is added to the count value of the AT period game number counter 654. For other identification numbers including the AT right combination, an AT addition lottery table 674 is also provided (see FIG. 22). Here, the initial game number determining means 100d has the function of determining the initial number of games in the AT period, and the extra lottery means 100e has a function of adding the number of games in the AT period to the initial game number. This corresponds to “right duration determination means” of the present invention.

  Note that the AT addition lottery table 674 in FIG. 22 is configured so that there is always an increase in the number of games. Nevertheless, the number of games may not be acquired with a predetermined probability.

  In addition, the AT addition lottery table 674 uses a common value for each set value (outtake rate), while each table 674 shows the role lottery result after AT permission, the history of role lottery, the progress after AT permission. You may change suitably according to the number of games, the number of medal acquisition after AT permission, etc.

  In this way, it is possible to improve the security by uniquely determining whether or not the AT right is won based on the lottery value used for the role lottery, while freely designing how the extra lottery means 100e performs the extra. Therefore, the degree of freedom in designing the AT game can be increased.

  Further, the extra lottery means 100e may perform the above-mentioned number-of-games extra lottery using the same lottery value used for the winning lottery of the winning lottery means 103, or a new random value (lottery value). May be generated and used to make a lottery with the number of games added.

(1-6) AT gaming possible state determining means 100f
In the AT non-permitted state shown in FIG. 5, when the AT game possible state determining means 100f wins an identification number (see FIG. 19) including an AT-permitted role, the role lottery result of the role lottery means 103 is a specific role or transitional In this case, it is determined that the AT game is possible and the AT period flag set in the flag storage area 651 is set to ON.

(1-7) Outline of Game Next, an outline of the game executed in the slot machine 1 will be described.

  The slot machine 1 is configured such that one game (game) is performed by inserting three medals, and three medals are inserted into the slot machine 1 by the insertion sensor 53, the bet switch 15 or the maximum bet switch 17. When the insertion is detected, a horizontal winning line (center line) at the center (middle stage) of the display window 11 becomes effective. Here, when the start switch 19 is operated, one of the preset winning lottery results is selected by the lottery processing by the winning lottery means 103 by the lottery processing using random numbers. When all the rotations of the left, middle and right reels 13L, 13M and 13R are started, the symbols of the reels 13L, 13M and 13R displayed on the display window 11 are discriminated by the rotation angles of the reels 13L, 13M and 13R. Start based on.

  After that, the left / middle / right reels 13L, 13M, and 13R are accelerated, the operations of all the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are enabled, and the operations of all the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are enabled. When the operation of the left stop switch 21L is detected, the left reel 13L is stopped, when the operation of the middle stop switch 21M is detected, the middle reel 13M is stopped, and when the operation of the right stop switch 21R is detected, the right reel 13R is stopped. In this manner, the rotation of the left / middle / right reels 13L, 13M, and 13R corresponding to the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R is stopped by operating the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R.

  When all of the three left / middle / right stop switches 21L, 21M, 21R are operated, the rotation of the left / middle / right reels 13L, 13M, 13R is stopped. At this time, when it stops at a predetermined position on the winning line in the middle stage of the display window 11 in which the predetermined symbol is valid, that is, the symbols of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R are displayed in the symbol combination related to the winning combination. When displayed on the window 11, a prize is awarded, and the number of medals corresponding to the winning mode is credited or paid out from the medal payout opening 39. A predetermined profit (privilege) may be given to the player instead of paying out medals or together with paying out medals. The predetermined profit includes, for example, the same bet number as the winning game without entering a bonus gaming state (BB1) by winning a bonus combination described later or inserting a new medal by winning a replaying player described later. For example, the number of bets automatically set for performing the next game, the transition of the game state, and the like.

  As shown in FIGS. 6 to 8, a bonus combination and a general combination (replay combination, small combination) are set in advance as types of combinations. The bonus combination is a transition combination to the bonus game state. The re-game combination (hereinafter also referred to as “replay”) is a combination that allows the next game to be played with the same number of bets as the winning game without inserting a new medal when winning. A small combination is a combination in which a predetermined dividend (number of payouts) is obtained when winning.

Bonus combination There are two types of bonus combinations “RBB1” and “RBB2” as types of symbol combinations for winning. Here, when each of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R stops in the symbol combination (red 7-red 7-red 7) relating to the combination “RBB1”, a winning is made and the gaming state shifts to the bonus gaming state (BB1). When the reels 13L, 13M, 13R are stopped in the symbol combination (BAR-BAR-BAR) relating to the combination “RBB2”, a winning is made and the gaming state shifts to the bonus gaming state (BB1). At this time, the symbol combination group “Big 1” is formed by the combination “RBB1”, and the symbol combination group “Big 2” is formed by the combination “RBB2”. In this embodiment, a payout of a predetermined number may be given although there is no payout even if the combination of symbols “RBB1” and “RBB2” are arranged on the pay line.

Re-playing role The re-playing role is a combination of symbols “NRP1” to “NRP8”, “UURP1” to “UURP8”, “URP1” to “URP24”, “DRP1” to “DRP16”. ”,“ CRP ”, and“ SRP1 ”to“ SRP4 ”are set. The combinations “NRP1” to “NRP8” are all re-game players who are not related to the transition of the gaming state, and the symbol combination group “N Lip” is formed by the combinations “NRP1” to “NRP8”.

  The combinations “UURP1” to “UURP8” are all re-game players related to the transition of the gaming state, and when these symbol combinations stop on the winning line, the gaming state shifts to the second advantageous RT (RT3). Further, a symbol combination group “UU Lip” is formed by these combinations “UURP1” to “UURP8”.

  The combinations “URP1” to “URP24” are all re-playing players related to the transition of the gaming state, and when these symbol combinations stop on the winning line, the gaming state shifts to the first advantageous RT (RT2). Further, a symbol combination group “U Lip” is formed by these combinations “URP1” to “URP24”.

  The combinations “DRP1” to “DRP16” are all re-game players related to the transition of the gaming state, and when these symbol combinations stop on the winning line, the gaming state transitions to the normal RT (RT1). Further, a symbol combination group “D lip” is formed by these combinations “DRP1” to “DRP16”.

  Other re-playing players include combinations “CRP”, “SRP1” to “SRP4”. The combination “CRP” forms a symbol combination group “CH Rip”, and the combination “SRP1” generates a symbol combination group “SP Rip”. 1 ”is formed, the symbol combination group“ SP Lip 2 ”is formed by the combination“ SRP2 ”, the symbol combination group“ SP Lip 3 ”is formed by the combination“ SRP3 ”, and the symbol combination group“ SP ”is formed by the combination“ SRP4 ”. Lip 4 "is formed.

-Small role The small role is a combination of symbols “TBE1” to “TBE2”, “CDBE1” to “CDBE4”, “CBE1” to “CBE4”, “CUBE1”, “KYBE1” to “KYBE1” "KYBE2", "BBE1" to "BBE4", "ATA1" to "ATA8", "ATB1" to "ATB4", "ATC1" to "ATC8", "ATL1" to "ATL48", "ATC1-1" to "ATC1-1" ATC1-16, ATC2-1 to ATC2-16, ATR1 to ATR16, BCH, CDWM1 to CDWM4, and CWM are set.

  In this embodiment, the symbol combination group “T Bell” is formed by the combinations “TBE1” to “TBE2”, the symbol combination group “CD Bell” is formed by the combinations “CDBE1” to “CDBE4”, and the combination “CBE1”. To “CBE4” form a symbol combination group “C Bell”, a combination “CUBE1” forms a symbol combination group “CU Bell”, and combinations “KYBE1” to “KYBE2” form a symbol combination group “KY Bell”. The combination “BBE1” to “BBE4” forms the symbol combination group “B Bell”, the combinations “ATA1” to “ATA8” form the symbol combination group “left correct AT”, and the combinations “ATB1” to “ATB1” The symbol combination group “medium correct AT” is formed by ATB4, and the combination “ Symbol combination group “right correct answer AT” is formed by “TC1” to “ATC8”, and symbol combination groups “A left incorrect answer AT”, “B left incorrect answer AT”, “C” are formed by combinations “ATL1” to “ATL48”. The left incorrect answer AT "and the" D left incorrect answer AT "are formed, and the symbol combinations“ A1 incorrect answer AT ”,“ B1 incorrect answer AT ”,“ B1 incorrect answer AT ”,“ C1 incorrect answer AT ”and“ D1 incorrect answer AT ”are formed, and combinations“ ATC2-1 ”to“ ATC2-16 ”are used to combine symbol combinations“ A2 incorrect answer AT ”,“ B2 incorrect answer AT ”, “Incorrect answer AT in C2” and “Incorrect answer AT in D2” are formed, and symbol combinations “A right incorrect answer AT”, “B right incorrect answer AT”, “C right are determined by combinations“ ATR1 ”to“ ATR16 ”. Incorrect answer AT , “D right incorrect answer AT” is formed, symbol combination group “B cherry” is formed by combination “BCH”, symbol combination group “CD watermelon” is formed by combinations “CDWM1” to “CDWM4”, and combination “ The symbol combination group “C watermelon” is formed by “CWM”.

・ Push order bell As shown in FIG. 9, the winning combination “Left / Right / Right Correct Bell 1” ˜ “ "Left middle right correct bell 4", "Left and right middle correct bell 1" to "Left and right middle correct bell 4", "Middle left and right correct bell 1" to "Middle left and right correct bell 4", "Middle right and left correct answer bell 1" to "Middle "Right left correct answer bell 4", "Right left middle correct answer bell 1" to "Right left middle correct answer bell 4", "Right middle left correct answer bell 1" to "Right middle left correct answer bell 4" are set. These winning roles can be selected according to the pressing order in the combinations “TBE1” to “TBE2”, “CDBE1” to “CDBE4”, “CBE1” to “CBE4”, “CUBE1”, “KYBE1” to “KYBE2”, “BBE1”. “BBE4”, “ATA1” to “ATA8”, “ATB1” to “ATB4”, “ATC1” to “ATC8”, “ATL1” to “ATL48”, “ATC1-1” to “ATC1-16”, “ATC1-16” Stop control of each of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R is performed so as to be any one of “ATC2-1” to “ATC2-16” and “ATR1” to “ATR16”.

  In addition, these winning roles ("left middle right correct answer bell 1" to "left middle right correct answer bell 4", "left and right middle correct answer bell 1" to "left and right middle correct answer bell 4", "middle left and right correct answer bell 1" to " "Middle Right Correct Bell 4", "Middle Right Left Correct Bell 1"-"Middle Right Left Correct Bell 4", "Right Left Middle Correct Answer Bell 1"-"Right Left Middle Correct Answer Bell 4", "Right Middle Left Correct Answer Bell 1"-"Right Each of the middle left correct answer bells 4 ”) corresponds to the push order bells (specific roles) in FIG. 5, and these winning combinations may be collectively referred to as“ push order bells ”.

  Next, each symbol combination relating to the push order bell or each symbol combination group relating to the push order bell will be described.

i) When the pushing order is correct The combinations “TBE1” and “TBE2” (the symbol combination group “T-bell”) are both the upper stage of the left reel 13L, the upper stage of the middle reel 13M, and the right reel 13R in the display window 11. The symbol “BE1” or “BE2” is displayed on each of the upper rows, so that the bells are aligned on the upper row. These are the cases where one of the winning roles “left middle right correct answer bell 1” to “left middle right correct answer bell 4” (see FIG. 9) is won, and the left reel 13L is stopped first and the middle reel 13M is second. Stop, the right reel 13R is provided as a symbol combination that stops on the winning line when the stop switches 21L, 21M, 21R are operated in the order of pressing the third stop. When these combinations are aligned on the winning line, the winning is achieved, and a payout with a medal payout number of “9” is obtained.

  Each of the combinations “CDBE1” to “CDBE4” (design combination group “CD Bell”) includes the symbols “BE1” or “BE1” or the like on the upper stage of the left reel 13L, the middle stage of the middle reel 13M, and the lower stage of the right reel 13R. By displaying “BE2”, it is a symbol combination in which bells are aligned on the right-downward line. These are the cases where the winning combination “Left / Right Middle Correct Bell 1” to “Left / Right Middle Correct Bell 4” (see FIG. 9) is won, and the left reel 13L is stopped first, the right reel 13R is stopped second, The middle reel 13M is provided as a symbol combination that stops at the winning line when the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in the pressing order of the third stop. When these combinations are aligned on the winning line, the winning is achieved and a payout of “9” is paid out.

  In the combinations “CBE1” to “CBE4” (the symbol combination group “C bell”), the symbols “BE1” or “BE2” are displayed on the winning line (middle line), so that the bells are aligned on the middle line. It is a combination. These are the cases where one of the winning roles “middle left and right correct bell 1” to “middle right and right correct bell 4” (see FIG. 9) is won, and the middle reel 13M is stopped first and the left reel 13L is stopped second. The right reel 13R is provided as a symbol combination that stops on the winning line when the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in the pressing order of the third stop. When these combinations are aligned on the winning line, the winning is achieved and a payout of “9” is paid out.

  In the combination “CUBE1” (design combination group “CU Bell”), the symbols “BE1” or “BE2” are displayed on the lower stage of the left reel 13L, the middle stage of the middle reel 13M, and the upper stage of the right reel 13R in the display window 11, respectively. This is a symbol combination in which bells are aligned to the right. This combination is when one of the winning roles “middle right left correct answer bell 1” to “middle right left correct answer bell 4” (see FIG. 9) is won, and the middle reel 13M is stopped first and the right reel 13R is stopped second. The left reel 13L is provided as a symbol combination that stops on the winning line when the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in the pressing order of the third stop. When this combination is aligned with the winning line, a winning is achieved and a payout of “9” is paid out.

  Each of the combinations “KYBE1” and “KYBE2” (design combination group “KY Bell”) has symbols “BE1” or “BE1” in the lower stage of the left reel 13L, the middle stage of the middle reel 13M, and the lower stage of the right reel 13R in the display window 11, respectively. By displaying “BE2”, it is a symbol combination in which bells are aligned in a small mountain shape. These combinations are the cases where the winning combination “Right / Left / Right Correct Bell 1” to “Right / Left / Right Correct Bell 4” (see FIG. 9) is won, and the right reel 13R is stopped first and the left reel 13L is second. The stop and middle reels 13M are provided as symbol combinations that stop on the winning line when the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in the pressing order of the third stop. When these combinations are aligned on the winning line, the winning is achieved and a payout of “9” is paid out.

  Each of the combinations “BBE1” to “BBE4” (the symbol combination group “B-bell”) includes symbols “BE1” or “BE1” on the lower stage of the left reel 13L, the lower stage of the middle reel 13M, and the lower stage of the right reel 13R. By displaying “BE2”, it is a symbol combination in which bells are aligned on the lower line. These combinations are for the case where one of the winning roles “right middle left correct answer bell 1” to “right middle left correct answer bell 4” (see FIG. 9) is won, and the right reel 13R is stopped first and the middle reel 13M is The second stop and the left reel 13L are provided as a symbol combination that stops on the winning line when the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in the order of pressing the third stop. When these combinations are aligned on the winning line, the winning is achieved and a payout of “9” is paid out.

ii) When the first stop is correct The symbol combination group “left correct answer AT” has the winning roles “left center right correct bell 1” to “left center right correct bell 4”, “left / right center correct answer bell 1” to “left / right center” When one of the “correct answer bells 4” (see FIG. 9) is won, the first stop is correct on the left reel 13L and the order of pressing is correct, and the second stop reel is stopped on the winning line when the pressing order is incorrect. It is provided as a group of symbol combinations. When the combinations forming the group are aligned on the winning line, a winning is obtained and a payout of “1” is paid out.

  The symbol combination group “middle correct answer AT” includes any one of the winning roles “middle right correct answer bell 1” to “middle right correct answer bell 4”, “middle right left correct answer bell 1” to “middle right left correct answer bell 4” (see FIG. 9). When the crab is won, the first stop is provided as a group of symbol combinations that stop on the winning line when the pressing order is correct in the middle reel 13M and the pressing order of the second stop reel is incorrect. When the combinations forming the group are aligned on the winning line, a winning is obtained and a payout of “1” is paid out.

  The symbol combination group “right correct answer AT” includes the winning roles “right right middle correct answer bell 1” to “right left middle correct answer bell 4”, “right middle left correct answer bell 1” to “right middle left correct answer bell 4” (see FIG. 9). When one of the above is selected, the first stop is provided as a group of symbol combinations that stop on the winning line when the right reel 13R pushes in the correct order and the second stop reel pushes in the wrong answer. . When the combinations forming the group are aligned on the winning line, a winning is obtained and a payout of “1” is paid out.

iii) When the first stop is left and incorrect answer All of the symbol combination groups “A left incorrect answer AT”, “B left incorrect answer AT”, “C left incorrect answer AT” and “D left incorrect answer AT” When the first stop is the left reel 13L and the pressing order is incorrect, it is provided as a group of symbol combinations that can stop on the winning line. When the combinations forming the group are aligned on the winning line, a winning is obtained and a payout of “1” is paid out. Note that each combination forming these symbol combination groups is configured not to win a prize unless the second and third stop operation timings match. Note that there are cases where the winning combination including these is only one of these symbol combination groups, and depending on the operation timing, there are 5 frames (operation timing frame + maximum sliding 4 frames described later). This is because there is no symbol that constitutes the symbol combination.

iv) When the first stop is an incorrect answer The symbol combination groups “A1 incorrect answer AT”, “B1 incorrect answer AT”, “C1 incorrect answer AT”, “D1 incorrect answer AT”, “A2 in progress” "Incorrect answer AT", "B2 incorrect answer AT", "C2 incorrect answer AT", and "D2 incorrect answer AT" are all awarded when the first stop is the middle reel 13M and the pressing order is incorrect. It is provided as a group of symbol combinations that can stop at the line. When the combinations forming the group are aligned on the winning line, a winning is obtained and a payout of “1” is paid out. Note that each combination forming these symbol combination groups is configured not to win a prize unless the second and third stop operation timings match. Note that there are cases where the winning combination including these is only one of these symbol combination groups, and depending on the operation timing, there are 5 frames (operation timing frame + maximum sliding 4 frames described later). This is because there is no symbol that constitutes the symbol combination.

v) When the first stop is right and incorrect answer All of the symbol combination groups “A right incorrect answer AT”, “B right incorrect answer AT”, “C right incorrect answer AT”, and “D right incorrect answer AT” When the first stop is the right reel 13M and the push order is incorrect, it is provided as a group of symbol combinations that can stop on the winning line. When the combinations forming the group are aligned on the winning line, a winning is obtained and a payout of “1” is paid out. Note that each combination forming these symbol combination groups is configured not to win a prize unless the second and third stop operation timings match. Note that there are cases where the winning combination including these is only one of these symbol combination groups, and depending on the operation timing, there are 5 frames (operation timing frame + maximum sliding 4 frames described later). This is because there is no symbol that constitutes the symbol combination.

  As described above, if you win one of the winning roles “Push Order Bell”, you will get 9 payouts if you answer correctly in the push order set for the winning combination, whereas in the case of incorrect answers There are cases where only one payout can be obtained or no prize is awarded. Therefore, the “push order bell” becomes a winning combination (specific combination) in which the player's advantage differs depending on the pressing order.

Cherry combination “BCH” (symbol combination group “B cherry”) is a symbol combination in which the symbol “CH (cherry)” is displayed in the lower part of the left reel 13L in the display window 11, and five frames (operation timing frames). Since the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R having no symbol constituting the symbol combination are within 4 frames of the maximum slip), the combination is provided as a combination that does not win if the operation timing of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R does not match. . It should be noted that when the combination is aligned with the winning line, the winning is achieved and a payout of “1” is obtained.

Watermelon combinations “CDWM1” to “CDWM4” (design combination group “CD watermelon”) all have symbols “WM” on the upper stage of the left reel 13L, the middle stage of the middle reel 13M, and the lower stage of the right reel 13R in the display window 11, respectively. (Watermelon) ”is displayed, and the pattern combination is such that watermelons are aligned on the right downward line. When the combination is aligned on the winning line, the winning is made and a payout of “4” is obtained. Since these combinations have reels 13L, 13M, and 13R that do not have symbols constituting the symbol combination within the frames (operation timing frames + maximum sliding 4 frames), all of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R If the operation timing does not match, it is configured not to win a prize.

  The combination “CWM” (the symbol combination group “C watermelon”) is a symbol combination in which watermelons are aligned on the middle line by displaying the symbol “WM” on the winning line (middle line). When the combination is aligned on the winning line, the winning is made and a payout of “4” is obtained. Since these combinations include reels 13L, 13M, and 13R that do not have symbols constituting the symbol combination within frames (operation timing frames + maximum sliding four frames), the operation timing of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R. If it does not match, it is configured not to win.

(2) Setting control means 101
The setting control means 101 in FIG. 4 sets one setting value from a plurality of setting values (setting 1 to setting 6) having different payout rates. This set value is for selecting a combination lottery table 671 selected by the table selection means 102 to be described later, and each of the set values corresponds to each of a plurality of combination lottery tables 671 stored in the ROM 67. It is attached. Then, the setting control means 101 determines whether the change process start switch 56 is ON or OFF when the power is turned on (when the power switch 50 is turned ON), and the power is turned on when the change process start switch 56 is ON. Then, a predetermined setting change process is started.

  Here, the winning probability in the lottery in the general game is set in a plurality of stages distinguished by a plurality of types of setting values (here, six types), and each of the setting values in the plurality of stages has a role lottery shown in FIG. A table 671 (general game lottery table) is associated. When the setting change process is started, the manager of the pachinko hall where the slot machine 1 is installed can change the setting value. At this time, the reset switch 52 is used, and after the setting change process is started, each time the reset switch 52 is pressed, the set value can be increased by one and changed. If the reset switch 52 is pressed during setting 6, the setting 1 is restored.

(3) Table selection means 102
The table selection unit 102 in FIG. 4 is a type of game (RT0, RT1, RT2, RT3, RT4, BB1, etc.) controlled by the game control unit 100 on the main control board 63, and a setting value set by the setting control unit 101. Based on (Setting 1 to Setting 6), one lottery table is selected from the plurality of part lottery tables 671 shown in FIG. That is, for example, in a general game, the table selection means 102 selects a combination lottery table 671 (general game lottery table) as a combination lottery table according to the set value (setting 1 to setting 6) of the winning probability.

(4) Role lottery means 103
The combination lottery means 103 of FIG. 4 includes a plurality of general combinations (small combination, replay combination) including a specific combination and a transition combination, and a bonus combination at a timing when the start switch 19 is operated to start a game. A combination lottery is performed in which which combination of the combination (see FIG. 10) is won is determined by a lottery value generated based on the start of the game. In addition, when the role lottery means 103 is in the initial RT (RT0), the normal RT (RT1), the first advantageous RT (RT2), and the second advantageous RT (RT3) in the AT non-permitted state (see FIG. 10). ), Using the same lottery value as the lottery used for the role lottery, it is determined whether or not the AT-permitted role to be in the AT-permitted state is won (AT-permitted winning). In addition, when the role lottery means 103 is in the initial allowable state (RT0), normal RT (RT1), first advantageous RT (RT2), second advantageous RT (RT3), and bonus game state (BB1) in the AT allowable state. Is determined using the same lottery value as the lottery value used for the role lottery (see FIG. 10). The role lottery means 103 includes a lottery value generation means 103a and a lottery value determination determination means 103b.

(4-1) Lottery value generation means 103a
In the lottery value generation means 103a, random number generation means constituted by an oscillation circuit and a counter circuit that counts clock signals generated by the oscillation circuit is within a predetermined range (for example, 0 to 16383 in decimal number). The generated random numbers for lottery are extracted at the timing when the start switch 19 is operated, thereby generating lottery values for role lottery, AT allowable winning determination, and AT right winning determination. Since the random number generation means is constituted by a counter circuit or the like, the numerical value generated by the random number generation means is not strictly a random number. However, since the timing at which the start switch 19 is operated is considered to be random, the lottery value generated by the lottery value generation unit 103a can be substantially handled as a random number. The lottery value generation unit 103a may generate a lottery value using a random number generated by a random number generator, or may generate a lottery value using a software random number. Further, the lottery value generation unit 103a may generate a lottery value by performing a predetermined calculation on the extracted random number value or the generated random number value.

(4-2) Lottery value determination determination means 103b
The lottery value determination / determination unit 103b determines whether or not a combination of a plurality of combinations including an AT permitted combination and an AT right combination is won by determining the lottery value generated by the lottery value generation unit 103a. To do.

  Specifically, in the combination lottery table 671, for each lottery value within the range generated by the random number generation means, a plurality of combinations (AT allowed combination, AT right combination, small combination, BB1 medium combination, A correspondence relationship between a lottery value and a combination for determining which of the combination (game combination, bonus combination) is won or lost is set in advance. The lottery value determination / determination unit 103b refers to the combination lottery table 671 selected by the table selection unit 102, and which combination (winning combination group) the lottery value generated by the lottery value generation unit 103a is set to win, Alternatively, it is determined whether or not a combination of a plurality of combinations including an AT permitted combination and an AT right combination is won by determining whether the combination is set to lose.

  That is, for the entire range of lottery values generated by the lottery value generation means 103a, the range of values determined to shift to the AT allowable state (AT allowable winning) and the value range not determined to shift to the AT allowable state (AT allowable non-winning) are determined. The range of values is preset in the role lottery table 671, and the lottery value determination / determination unit 103b sets the lottery value generated by the lottery value generation unit 103a for the role lottery based on the start of the game to the AT allowable state. It is also used to determine whether or not to migrate. In addition, regarding the entire range of lottery values generated by the lottery value generation unit 103a, a range of values for winning the AT right (the number of games added lottery) and a range of values for not winning the AT right are stored in the role lottery table 671 in advance. The lottery value determination / determination unit 103b is set to determine whether or not the lottery value generated by the lottery value generation unit 103a based on the start of the game for the role lottery is added to the number of games in the AT allowable state. Also used to do.

  Further, in the part lottery table 671, some lottery values are set redundantly for winning of a plurality of parts, so that all the lottery values generated by the lottery value determination and determination unit 103b are generated by the lottery value generation unit 103a. When the range is determined, that is, as the winning lottery result of the winning lottery means 103, the winning combination group shown in FIG. 10 is configured, and each winning combination group is given a unique identification number. In addition, among the identification numbers (winning role group) shown in FIG. 10, for the winning role group having an identification number composed of a plurality of roles, the symbol combinations relating to all the roles constituting the winning role group of the identification number Is allowed to align with the winning line. Note that the identification numbers 39 to 62 in FIG. 10 correspond to the pressing order bells of the lower role numbers “17h” to “2Eh” shown in FIG.

  In addition, when an AT allowed role is included in the identification number (winning role group) selected in the AT non-permitted state, the AT permitted winning is made, and the slot machine 1 is set to the AT permitted state by the AT permitted state setting means 100c. The Further, the initial game number determination means 100d performs a lottery drawing using the AT allowable winning game number distribution table 673 (see FIGS. 4 and 19) corresponding to the winning identification number. In addition, when an AT right combination is included in the identification number (winning combination group) selected in the AT permission state, the AT right combination is selected, and the AT addition lottery table 674 (see FIG. 22) corresponding to the selected identification number is selected. Based on the number of games, a lottery is added by the lottery means 100e.

  It should be noted that for some specific lottery values among lottery values that are not won (losed) for all the roles in the role lottery means 103 (FIG. 4) in the normal RT (RT1), the first advantageous RT ( RT2) and the second advantageous RT (RT3), the winning lottery by the winning lottery means 103 wins a replay as a re-playing player. The combination lottery table 671 is set so that the combination lottery result is the same in the combination lottery means 103 in the advantageous RT (RT2, RT3).

  In this embodiment, the ROM 67 of the main control board 63 is composed of a storage area (use area) such as a game program for storing game programs and data relating to the progress of the game, and an area other than this (non-use area). Thus, data relating to the progress of the game and other data are clearly separated. In the non-use area, for example, programs and data for performing fraud determination are stored. The data of the above-mentioned combination lottery table 671 is stored in a storage area such as a game program in the storage area of the ROM 67.

  Here, the data of the role lottery table 671 will be specifically described with reference to FIG. 17. The area for storing the role lottery table 671 in the ROM 67 of the main control board 63 is at least one of an AT allowed role and an AT right role. AT lottery value storage area for storing lottery value range data of an identification number including identification number 3 (for example, identification number 3) and non-AT for storing lottery range data of an identification number (for example, identification number 2) not including any of these And a lottery value storage area. At this time, in the AT lottery value storage area, the lottery range data of the identification number that does not include the AT allowable combination or AT right combination is not stored, while the non-AT lottery value storage area includes the AT allowable combination or AT right combination. The lottery range data of the identification number is configured not to be stored.

  In this embodiment, lottery range data (common data) of the same value is set for each identification number (for example, identification number 3) including the AT allowed combination and the AT right combination even if the gaming state and the type of the set value are different. On the other hand, for each identification number (for example, identification number 2) that does not include the AT allowable combination and the AT right combination, lottery range data is individually set according to the gaming state and the type of setting value. (See FIGS. 11 to 16). In the non-AT lottery value storage area, the storage area of the lottery range data of each identification number is set at a different position (address) for each type of gaming state and for each type of set value. On the other hand, in the AT lottery value storage area, the storage area for the lottery range data of each identification number is set at a common position (address) regardless of the set value and the type of gaming state.

  In this embodiment, the area for storing the data of the role lottery table 671 in the ROM 67 is divided into the area for storing the lottery range data of the identification numbers not including the AT allowable role or AT right role, and the lottery of the identification numbers including these. The area data is divided into two areas: an area for storing range data. For example, an area for storing lottery range data for an identification number that includes an AT permitted role but does not include an AT right role and an AT right role are included. Is divided into an area for storing lottery range data for an identification number that does not include an AT-acceptable combination and an area for storing lottery range data for an identification number that does not include an AT-permitted combination or an AT right combination. You may comprise so that it may memorize | store. Further, it is divided into two areas for storing lottery range data for identification numbers including AT-permitted roles and lottery range data for identification numbers not including AT-permitted roles, and these are divided into separate areas in the ROM 67. You may make it memorize | store. In this way, it is possible to easily determine fraud or malfunction by determining which region lottery range data was used in the role lottery when the number of games in the AT period is added or when winning the AT allowable lottery. it can.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 18, in the non-AT lottery value storage area, a spare storage area for storing spare lottery range data for each type of identification number including an AT allowable combination and an AT right combination may be provided. . In this case, spare lottery value range data is stored in the spare storage area at different positions for each type of gaming state and for each type of set value for each identification number including an AT permitted combination and AT right combination. A storage area is provided, and in this embodiment, a value of 0 is stored at each position. The data stored in the spare storage area only needs to be data that can be specified as spare data. For example, data such as 65536 or FF may be stored in addition to 0. Also, in this case, if the data in the reserve storage area is used to determine whether or not an identification number including an AT permitted role or AT right role is won in the role lottery, it is determined that an abnormal role lottery has been performed. You may make it provide the abnormal lottery determination means to do. In this case, the abnormal lottery determination means, for example, determines the lottery range data used for the role lottery when the internal winning identification number includes an AT allowed role or AT right role, and the value is If it is 0, 65536, or FF, it may be determined that an abnormal combination lottery has been performed. In this way, for example, even when the design number is changed to an identification number that does not include an AT permitted role or AT right role, an identification number that does not include an AT permitted role or AT right role. The addition of the number lottery range data does not cause a shift in the storage position of other lottery range data and the program change is not complicated, and the design can be easily changed. In addition, since the data in the spare storage area can be specified as spare, confusion with regular data can be prevented. Further, when there is an injustice using data in the spare storage area, the abnormality lottery determination means can reliably determine the injustice.

  In addition, as described above, in each gaming state (RT0, RT1, RT2, RT3, RT4, BB1), a lottery value within a predetermined range is associated with the identification number of each winning combination group in advance. Regardless of the setting value, the same data (lottery value) is associated with the identification number including at least one of the winning of the AT right combination. That is, the lottery value determined by the lottery value determination / determination means 103b in the AT game non-permissible state is the same regardless of the type of the set value, and the lottery value in the game in the AT game permissible state The lottery value determined as the AT right win by the determination determining means 103b is the same regardless of the type of the set value.

  With this configuration, the expected value for the AT allowable winning and the expected value for the AT right winning do not change depending on the setting value set by the setting control means 101. Therefore, the player can perform the AT allowable winning and the AT right winning. Since the player can always have a uniform sense of expectation, it is possible to improve the interest of the player. The function for determining whether or not the lottery value determination determining means 103b has won the AT allowable role in the AT non-permitted state corresponds to the “allowable state determining means” of the present invention.

  In the examples shown in FIGS. 11 to 16, the identification numbers (for example, push order bells: identification numbers 39 to 62) in which different lottery value ranges are set for each set value are also independent of the type of the set value. The same lottery value range may be set to the same.

  Next, the names of the roles constituting the winning combination group of each identification number in FIG. 10 will be specifically described.

  As shown in FIG. 9, the role names are “AT allowed”, “AT right”, “Red 7 Big”, “BAR Big”, “Normal Replay”, “RT2 Transition Replay 1” to “RT2 Transition Replay 6”, “RT3 transition replay 1” to “RT3 transition replay 6”, “falling replay 1” to “falling replay 3”, “BAR-matched replay”, “facile play”, “cherry”, “watermelon A”, “watermelon B” , "Push order unquestionable bell", "Left middle right correct answer bell 1"-"Left middle right correct answer bell 4", "Left and right middle correct answer bell 1"-"Left and right middle correct answer bell 4", "Middle left and right correct answer bell 1"- “Middle Left / Right Correct Bell 4”, “Middle Right / Left Correct Bell 1” to “Middle Right / Left Correct Bell 4”, “Right / Left / Right Correct Bell 1” to “Right / Left / Right Correct Bell 4”, “Right / Left / Right Correct Bell 1” to “ The right middle left correct bell 4 ”and“ BB1 middle role ”are set. That. Each of these roles except “AT permission” and “AT right” is composed of one or more kinds of symbol combination groups.

  Here, when a winning combination group (identification number) including a combination composed of a plurality of symbol combination groups is won (see FIG. 10), all of the symbol combination groups constituting the combination are aligned on the winning line and won. It is a state that is allowed to do. Specifically, for example, when “RT2 transition replay 6” shown in FIG. 9 is won, any symbol combination of the symbol combination groups “N lip”, “U lip”, “SP1”, and “SP2” is included in the winning line. It is in a state where it is allowed to align.

  As shown in FIG. 9, “Red 7 Big” and “BAR Big” are bonus combinations, and “Normal Replay” is a re-playing game unrelated to the transition of the gaming state. Also, “RT2 transition replay 1” to “RT2 transition replay 6”, “RT3 transition replay 1” to “RT3 transition replay 6”, and “falling replay 1” to “falling replay 3” are all in the gaming state depending on the pressing order. It is a re-playing role provided as a transitional role to be transferred.

  For example, in the RT2 transition replay 1, as shown in FIG. 25A, when the normal RT (RT1) is won, the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in the correct push order (left → middle → right). Then, the gaming state shifts to the first advantageous RT (RT2), and the normal RT is maintained in the case of other pushing orders. Similarly, RT2 transition replay 2 is in push order (left → right → middle), RT2 transition replay 3 is in push order (middle → left → right), RT2 transition replay 4 is in push order (middle → right → left), RT2 transition. The replay 5 has a push order (right → left → middle) and the RT2 transition replay 6 has a push order (right → middle → left) set in the correct push order. The process proceeds to (RT2), and the normal RT (RT1) is maintained in the case of other pressing orders. Further, when one of the “falling replay 1” to “falling replay 3” is won in the first advantageous RT (RT2), if the correct answer pressing order set according to the type is selected, the first advantageous RT ( When RT2) is maintained and the operation is performed in the other pressing order, the gaming state shifts to normal RT (RT1). Here, the role ("RT2 transition replays 1 to 6", "falling replays 1 to 3") related to transition between the normal RT (RT1) and the first advantageous RT (RT2) is the "normally advantageous" of the present invention. It corresponds to “inter-state transition combination”, and when one of the RT2 transition replays 1 to 6 is won, it is operated by the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R in the correct pressing order set in the RT2 transition replay. This corresponds to the “predetermined first advantageous gaming state transition condition” of the present invention.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 25 (b), the RT3 transition replay 1 is operated by the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R in the correct push order (left → middle → right) when winning in the first advantageous RT (RT2). Then, the gaming state shifts to the second advantageous RT (RT3), and in the case of other pushing orders, the first advantageous RT (RT2) is maintained. Similarly, RT3 transition replay 2 is in push order (left → right → middle), RT3 transition replay 3 is in push order (middle → left → right), RT3 transition replay 4 is in push order (middle → right → left), and RT3 transition. The replay 5 has a push order (right → left → middle), and the RT3 transition replay 6 has a push order (right → middle → left) set in the correct push order. When operated in these push orders, the second advantageous RT The process proceeds to (RT3), and the first advantageous RT (RT2) is maintained in the case of other pressing orders. Also, when one of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won in the second advantageous RT (RT3), if the correct answer push order set according to the type is operated, the second advantageous RT (RT3) is If it is maintained and operated in the other pushing order, the gaming state shifts to the first advantageous RT (RT2). Here, RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 correspond to the “inter-advantage transition role” of the present invention. The correct pressing order set for each of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 corresponds to the “predetermined operating procedure” of the present invention, and the other pressing sequences correspond to the “specific operating procedure” of the present invention.

  In addition, “BAR-matched replay” is a re-playing game that is a target of lottery only during the bonus game (BB1). In the game that is selected for the winning game, if all of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R are pressed, “BAR” is configured to be aligned. Specifically, when the symbol “CH (Cherry)” is pressed when the left reel 13L is first stopped, the symbol “CH (Cherry)” stops in the middle. At this time, the symbol “BAR” is stopped in the upper stage, and when the symbol “BAR” is aimed at the second and third stops, the symbols “BAR” are aligned in a straight line (obliquely downward). In other cases, such as when the symbol “CH (Cherry)” is not pressed in the first stop, the symbol combination group “N Lip” is aligned with the winning line.

  In addition, “Fake play” is a re-game player who is a target of lottery only in the bonus game state (BB1). When the game “BAR” is selected in the game selected for the winning game, the symbol “BAR” is displayed. It is configured so that it does not align at the final stop though it is a temper. Specifically, when the symbol “CH (Cherry)” is pressed when the left reel 13L is first stopped, the symbol “CH (Cherry)” stops in the middle. At this time, the symbol “BAR” is stopped in the upper stage, and when the symbol “BAR” is aimed at the second stop, the symbol “BAR” is tempered downward. Next, even if the symbol “BAR” is pressed at the third stop, it is not aligned. When the symbol “CH (Cherry)” is not pressed for the first stop, any one of the combinations “NRP1” to “NRP12” constituting the symbol combination group “N Lip” is aligned with the winning line. ing. Further, when reversely pressed (right → middle → left), any one of the symbol combination groups “SRP1” to “SRP4” is aligned with the winning line.

  Further, “Cherry”, “Watermelon A”, and “Watermelon B” are all small roles related to the payout of medals (game value). Note that the symbol combination groups constituting these small roles include reels 13L, 13M, and 13R that do not have symbols constituting a symbol combination for winning a prize within 5 frames (operation timing frame + maximum sliding 4 frames). For this reason, if the operation timings of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R do not match, a failure (non-winning) occurs.

  The “push order unquestionable bell” is a small role in which symbols of the symbol combination group “C bell” are arranged on the winning line regardless of the push order. Note that when the winning combination is won during ART in the AT-allowed state shown in FIG. 5, an effect of informing the player of the pushing order may be executed.

  In addition, each of “left middle right correct answer bell 1” to “left middle right correct answer bell 4” is a specific role in which the player's advantage (payout) varies depending on the operation order (pushing order) of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R. As a small role. When these winning combinations are won, if the first stop is operated by the left switches 13L, the second stop is the middle reel 13M, and the third stop is operated by the stop switches 21L, 21M, 21R in the pushing order of the right reel 13R, the symbol combination group A symbol of “T bell” is aligned with the winning line and a “9” payout is awarded. When the operation is performed in a pressing order other than this, the symbols relating to the symbol combination group with a payout of “1” are aligned on the winning line, or a loss occurs.

  Also, “right / left middle correct answer bell 1” to “left / right middle correct answer bell 4” are small roles as specific roles in which the player's advantage (payout) differs depending on the operation order of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R. . When these winning combinations are won, if the first stop is operated by the stop switches 21L, 21M, 21R in the order of pushing the left reel 13L, the second stop is the right reel 13R, and the third stop is the middle reel 13M, the symbol combination group The “CD Bell” symbols are aligned on the winning line and a “9” payout is awarded. When the operation is performed in a pressing order other than this, the symbols relating to the symbol combination group with a payout of “1” are aligned on the winning line, or a loss occurs.

  Further, “middle right and left correct bell 1” to “middle left and right correct bell 4” are all small roles as specific roles in which the player's advantage (payout) differs depending on the operation order of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R. . When these winning combinations are won, the symbol combination group is operated by operating the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R in the order that the first stop is the middle reel 13M, the second stop is the left reel 13L, and the third stop is the right reel 13R. The symbols for “C-bell” are aligned on the winning line and a “9” payout is awarded. When the operation is performed in a pressing order other than this, the symbols relating to the symbol combination group with a payout of “1” are aligned on the winning line, or a loss occurs.

  Further, “middle right left correct answer bell 1” to “middle right left correct answer bell 4” are all small roles as specific roles in which the player's advantage (payout) differs depending on the operation order of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R. . When these winning combinations are won, the symbol combination group is operated by operating the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R in the order in which the first stop is the middle reel 13M, the second stop is the right reel 13R, and the third stop is the left reel 13L. A symbol of “CU Bell” is aligned with the winning line, and a “9” payout is awarded. When the operation is performed in a pressing order other than this, the symbols relating to the symbol combination group with a payout of “1” are aligned on the winning line, or a loss occurs.

  Also, “right / left middle correct answer bell 1” to “right / left middle correct answer bell 4” are small roles as specific roles in which the player's advantage (payout) differs depending on the operation order of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R. . When these winning combinations are won, if the first stop is operated by the stop switches 21L, 21M, 21R in the order of pushing the right reel 13R, the second stop is the left reel 13L, and the third stop is the middle reel 13M, the symbol combination group The symbols relating to “KY Bell” are aligned on the winning line, and a “9” payout is awarded. When the operation is performed in a pressing order other than this, the symbols relating to the symbol combination group with a payout of “1” are aligned on the winning line, or a loss occurs.

  Further, all of “right middle left correct answer bell 1” to “right middle left correct answer bell 4” are small roles as specific roles in which the player's advantage (payout) differs depending on the operation order of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R. It is. When these winning combinations are won, if the first stop is operated by the stop switches 21L, 21M, 21R in the order of pushing the right reel 13R, the second stop is the middle reel 13M, and the third stop is the left reel 13L, the symbol combination group The symbols for “KY Bell” are aligned on the pay line and a “9” payout is awarded. When the operation is performed in a pressing order other than this, the symbols relating to the symbol combination group with a payout of “1” are aligned on the winning line, or a loss occurs.

  In addition, “BB1 medium combination” is a winning combination that is a lottery target only during the bonus game (BB1). When the winning combination is won, regardless of the pressing order, symbols relating to the symbol combination group “C-bell” are aligned on the winning line and a “9” payout is awarded.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 10, when the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means 103 is, for example, the identification number 25 “Red 7 Big + Cherry”, both “Cherry” and “Red 7 Big” are combined. This is a state in which the symbol combination is allowed to be aligned with the winning line, and there is a possibility that the symbols relating to the symbol combinations “RBB1” (see FIG. 6) and “BCH” (see FIG. 8) are aligned with the winning line. As other identification numbers including bonus combinations (role lottery results), “BAR Big + Cherry” (identification number 28), “AT Right + Red 7 Big + Watermelon A” (identification number 32), “BAR Big +” "Watermelon A" (identification number 33), "AT tolerance + AT right + red 7 big + watermelon B" (identification number 36), "AT permission + AT right + red 7 big + cherry" (identification number 26), "AT right + “Red 7 Big + Cherry” (identification number 27) is configured. Therefore, when the symbol combinations related to the winning combinations “Cherry”, “Watermelon A”, and “Watermelon B” are aligned on the winning line, the expectation of winning the bonus combination increases.

  During the bonus internal winning (RT3), since the winning state for the bonus combination is carried over, the winning lottery result of the winning lottery means 103 is “red 7 big + cherry” (identification number 25), “ BAR big + cherry "(identification number 28)," AT tolerance + AT right + red 7 big + cherry "(identification number 26)," AT right + red 7 big + cherry "(identification number 27) No new types of bonus combination will be won, and only symbol combinations related to the winning combination “Cherry” are allowed to be placed on the winning line as a combination other than the bonus combination that has been carried over. . In addition, the result lottery result of the role lottery means 103 is any one of the identification numbers “AT right + red 7 big + watermelon A”, “BAR big + watermelon A”, “AT permission + AT right + red 7 big + watermelon B”. In the case of a new type of bonus combination, a combination of symbols related to the combination name “Watermelon A” or “Watermelon B” is only accepted as a combination other than the bonus combination carried over. It is allowed to align with the winning line.

  As shown in FIG. 10, in this embodiment, the bonus game state (BB1) is configured not to win the AT allowable combination, but for example, the AT allowable combination is also won during BB1. In the case where the lottery value is an AT allowable winning, the AT allowable winning may be controlled to be invalidated during BB1.

  In addition, as shown in FIGS. 11 to 15, the first advantageous RT (RT2) and the second advantageous RT (RT3) are compared with the normal RT (RT1). Although the sum of the values is set to be higher, the lottery values of the other combinations (small combination, bonus combination) are the same. Therefore, the first advantageous RT (RT2) and the second advantageous RT (RT3) are advantageous gaming states that have a low probability of being lost compared to the normal RT (RT1). In addition, in the initial RT (RT0), the normal RT (RT1), and the bonus internal winning (RT4), the sum of the lottery values of the identification numbers including the AT allowable combination is the same, whereas the first advantageous RT (RT2 ) Is set higher in the sum of the lottery values corresponding to the identification numbers including the AT allowable combination than in these gaming states (RT0, RT1). Further, the second advantageous RT (RT3) is set to have a higher sum of lottery values corresponding to the identification numbers including the AT allowable combination than the first advantageous RT (RT2). Therefore, the second advantageous RT (RT3) becomes a gaming state in which it is easy to shift from the AT non-permitted state to the AT permitted state.

(5) Determination result storage means 104
The determination result storage unit 104 in FIG. 4 stores, in the first data area of the determination result storage area 652, information that can specify whether or not the bonus combination is won as a determination result by the lottery value determination determination unit 103b. Information that can specify whether or not the general role is won is stored in the second data area of the determination result storage area 652, and information that can specify whether or not the AT permissible state (AT permissible win) is determined Information stored in the third data area of the storage area 652 and identifiable as to whether or not the AT right is won is stored in the fourth data area of the determination result storage area 652.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 9, a unique hexadecimal highest number 1 is assigned to an AT permitted combination, and a unique hexadecimal highest number 2 is assigned to an AT right combination. A unique hexadecimal higher role number is assigned to each of the roles, and a unique lower hexadecimal role number is assigned to each of the general roles (replaying role, small role, BB1 role). Then, the determination result storage unit 104 stores the combination number assigned to the combination (including the case of losing) constituting the identification number (winning combination group) that is the combination lottery result of the combination lottery unit 103. Store in the corresponding data area 652.

  That is, if the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means 103 is one of the identification numbers (winning combination groups) including the AT allowable combination shown in FIG. 10, the decision result storage unit 104 assigns the selected AT allowable combination to the winning combination. The assigned highest role number 1 “01h” is stored in the 1-byte third data area of the determination result storage area 652. The determination result storage means 104 stores the highest combination number 1 “00h” assigned to the loss in the data area when the AT allowed combination is lost (non-winning). In addition, after storing “01h” as the highest rank number 1, by maintaining this value, even if there is a new AT allowable role winning, it is ignored, and the highest rank number is reached when the end condition or limiter condition is satisfied. After storing “00h” as 1, the AT allowed winning is configured.

  Further, when the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means 103 is one of the identification numbers (winning combination group) including the AT right combination shown in FIG. 10, the highest combination number 2 “01h” is determined. Stored in a 1-byte fourth data area 652. The determination result storage means 104 stores the highest-ranked role number 2 “00h” assigned to the loss in the data area when the AT right combination is lost (non-winning). Here, with respect to each of the AT allowable winning and the AT right winning, it can be determined whether or not the winning is made by turning ON / OFF a flag composed of 1 bit. Therefore, in order to reduce the storage capacity in the role lottery, unlike the bonus role and the general role, each of the AT allowable winning and the AT right winning is not used for the AT allowable winning and the AT right winning without using a single byte of storage capacity. 1-bit flag that can store ON and OFF corresponding to each, and by setting ON and OFF of the flag provided corresponding to each, the status of each of the AT allowable winning and AT right winning May be determined (stored).

  Further, when the winning lottery result of the winning lottery means 103 is one of the identification numbers (winning winning group) including the bonus winnings shown in FIG. 10, the decision result storage means 104 is assigned to the winning bonus winning combination. One of the higher rank numbers “01h” and “02h” is stored in the 1-byte first data area of the determination result storage area 652. Note that the determination result storage means 104 stores the upper combination number “00h” assigned to the loss in the data area when the bonus combination is lost (non-winning). Further, after storing “01h” or “02h” as the upper combination number, the bonus combination is carried over by maintaining this value until winning the bonus combination.

  Further, if the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means 103 is one of the identification numbers (winning combination group) including the general combination (replay combination, small combination, BB1 medium combination) shown in FIG. The storage unit 104 stores any one of the lower combination numbers “01h” to “2Fh” assigned to the selected general combination in the 1-byte second data area of the determination result storage area 652. Note that the determination result storage unit 104 stores the lower combination number “00h” assigned to the loss in the data area when the general combination is lost (not elected).

  With this configuration, since the bonus winning combination, the general winning combination, the AT allowable winning, and the AT right winning are stored and managed in parallel, when determining these winnings using the same lottery value, Each winning can be managed together. In addition, by storing and managing data in this way, it is possible to make a determination with reference to only the data type required in one control, so that processing can be performed efficiently.

  Note that an AT allowable state storage area for storing the AT allowable state may be further provided. In this case, in the case of AT permissible winning, the highest role number 1 “01h” is temporarily stored in the determination result storage area 652 and the data stored in the separately provided AT permissible state storage area is confirmed. Thus, if “00h” is stored in the AT allowable state storage area, “01h” may be stored in the AT allowable state storage area. Then, after “01h” is stored in the AT allowable state storage area, this value may be maintained until the end condition or the limiter condition is satisfied.

  Further, in this embodiment, it is configured so that a plurality of general roles will not be won at the same time. However, if a plurality of general roles are selected at the same time, a plurality of selected general roles will be selected. What is necessary is just to set the storage capacity of the 2nd data area of the determination result storage area 652 so that all the low-order numbers assigned to each can be memorize | stored. In addition, a lower role number is newly assigned to each combination of general winnings to be simultaneously won, and the lower role number assigned to the combination of general winnings to be simultaneously won is stored in the second data area of the determination result storage area 652. May be.

  Further, when the slot lottery means 103 is set to the AT non-permitted state when confirming the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means 103, the determination result storage area in which the highest combination number 1 for the AT permitted combination is stored. The third data area 652 is referred to, but the fourth data area of the determination result storage area 652 in which the highest-ranking role number 2 for the AT right role is stored is not referred to. Is set, the fourth data area of the determination result storage area 652 in which the highest-ranking role number 2 for the AT right role is stored is referenced, but the other identification numbers are the highest for the AT-permitted role. The third data area of the determination result storage area 652 in which the higher combination number 1 is stored is not referred to.

(6) Stop control means 105
The stop control means 105 in FIG. 4 uses the stop table 672 to change the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R based on the operation mode of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R by the player and the winning lottery result of the winning lottery means 103. Stop control is performed. The stop control means 105 basically wins the winning symbol (middle stage) within the drawable range in all of the reels 13L, 13M, 13R in order to win the winning name belonging to the identification number determined by the winning lottery means 103. ) Stop control to stop. Each reel 13L, 13M, 13R has an allowable number of sliding frames (withdrawable range: normally 4 frames at maximum), so if the operation timing does not match, the symbols for winning the winning line May not be able to be aligned, and in such a case, missing (non-winning) occurs.

  “Normal replay” is because the symbols constituting the winning combinations “NRP1” to “NRP8” are arranged at positions that can be pulled in regardless of the timing of operating the stop switches 21L, 21M, 21R. The stop control means 105 performs the reel control so that any one of the combinations “NRP1” to “NRP8” is always aligned with the winning line.

  “RT2 transition replay 1” is composed of two types of symbol combination groups “N Lip” and “U Lip”. In this embodiment, when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups that are preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “U Lip” in the case of pressing “left → middle → right” when winning the identification number including the combination, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “N lip” (see FIG. 25A). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Since the symbol combination group “U Lip” is related to the transition to the first advantageous RT (RT2), the “left → middle → right” push order is advantageous for the player in “RT2 transition replay 1”. It becomes a pushing order.

  “RT2 transition replay 2” is composed of three types of symbol combination groups “N Lip”, “U Lip”, and “SP Lip 1”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “U Lip” in the case of “Left → Right → Middle” in the winning order of the identification number including the combination, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “N lip” (see FIG. 25A). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination group “SP Lip 1” is a symbol combination group that is a symbol combination group that constitutes the combination, but is not actually aligned. In “RT2 transition replay 2”, the “left → right → middle” push order (“U Lip”) is the push order advantageous to the player.

  “RT2 replay 3” is composed of three types of symbol combination groups “N lip”, “U lip” and “SP lip 2”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “U Lip” in the case of “middle → left → right” in the order of pressing the identification number including the combination, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “N lip” (see FIG. 25A). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination group “SP Lip 2” is a symbol combination group that is a symbol combination group that constitutes the combination, but is not actually arranged. In “RT2 transition replay 3”, the “middle → left → right” push order (“U lip”) is the push order advantageous to the player.

  “RT2 transition replay 4” is composed of three types of symbol combination groups “N Lip”, “U Lip”, and “SP Lip 3”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “U Lip” in the case of “Middle → Right → Left” in the winning order of the identification number including the combination, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “N lip” (see FIG. 25A). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination group “SP Lip 3” is a symbol combination group that is a symbol combination group that constitutes the combination, but is not actually arranged. In “RT2 transition replay 4”, the “middle → right → left” push order (“U lip”) is the push order advantageous to the player.

  “RT2 transition replay 5” is composed of three types of symbol combination groups “N lip”, “U lip”, and “SP lip 4”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “U Lip” in the case of “Right → Left → Middle” in the winning order of the identification number including the combination, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “N lip” (see FIG. 25A). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination group “SP Lip 4” is a symbol combination group that is a symbol combination group that constitutes the combination, but is not actually arranged. In “RT2 transition replay 5”, the pushing order of “right → left → middle” (“U Lip”) is the pushing order advantageous to the player.

  The “RT2 transition replay 6” is composed of four types of symbol combination groups “N Lip”, “U Lip”, “SP Lip 1”, and “SP Lip 2”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “U Lip” in the case of “Right → Middle → Left” in the winning order of the identification number including the combination, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “N lip” (see FIG. 25A). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination groups “SP Lip 1” and “SP Lip 2” are symbol combination groups that constitute the relevant role, but are not actually arranged. In “RT2 transition replay 6”, the pushing order of “right → middle → left” (“U Lip”) is the pushing order advantageous to the player.

  “RT3 transition replay 1” is composed of two types of symbol combination groups “UU Lip” and “U Lip”. In this embodiment, when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups that are preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “UU Lip” in the case of “Left → Middle → Right” pressing order when the identification number including the combination is won, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “U Lip” (see FIG. 25B). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Since the symbol combination group “UU Lip” is related to the transition to the second advantageous RT (RT3), in the “RT3 Transition Replay 1”, the “left → middle → right” push order (“UU Lip” ) Is a favorable order for the player.

  “RT3 transition replay 2” is composed of three types of symbol combination groups “UU Lip”, “U Lip”, and “SP Lip 1”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “UU Lip” in the case of “Left → Right → Middle” in the winning order of the identification number including the combination, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “U Lip” (see FIG. 25B). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination group “SP Lip 1” is a symbol combination group that is a symbol combination group that constitutes the combination, but is not actually aligned. In “RT3 transition replay 2”, the “left → right → middle” push order (“UU lip”) is the push order advantageous to the player.

  “RT3 replay 3” is composed of three types of symbol combination groups “UU lip”, “U lip” and “SP lip 2”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “UU Lip” in the case of “Middle → Left → Right” in the pressing order of the identification number including the combination, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “U Lip” (see FIG. 25B). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination group “SP Lip 2” is a symbol combination group that is a symbol combination group that constitutes the combination, but is not actually arranged. In “RT3 transition replay 3”, the “middle → left → right” push order (“UU lip”) is the push order advantageous to the player.

  The “RT3 transition replay 4” is composed of three types of symbol combination groups “UU Lip”, “U Lip”, and “SP Lip 3”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “UU Lip” in the case of “middle → right → left” in the winning order of the identification number including the combination, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “U Lip” (see FIG. 25B). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination group “SP Lip 3” is a symbol combination group that is a symbol combination group that constitutes the combination, but is not actually arranged. In “RT3 transition replay 4”, the “middle → right → left” push order (“UU lip”) is the push order advantageous to the player.

  The “RT3 transfer replay 5” is composed of three types of symbol combination groups “UU Lip”, “U Lip”, and “SP Lip 4”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “UU Lip” in the case of “Right → Left → Middle” in the winning order of the identification number including the combination, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “U Lip” (see FIG. 25B). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination group “SP Lip 4” is a symbol combination group that is a symbol combination group that constitutes the combination, but is not actually arranged. In “RT3 transition replay 5”, the pushing order of “right → left → middle” (“UU Lip”) is the pushing order advantageous to the player.

  The “RT3 transition replay 6” is composed of four types of symbol combination groups “UU Lip”, “U Lip”, “SP Lip 1”, and “SP Lip 2”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the pressing order is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “UU Lip” in the case of “Right → Middle → Left” in the winning order of the identification number including the combination, and in other cases Performs the stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R with priority given to the symbol combination group “U Lip” (see FIG. 25B). Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination groups “SP Lip 1” and “SP Lip 2” are symbol combination groups that constitute the relevant role, but are not actually arranged. In “RT3 transition replay 6”, the pushing order of “right → middle → left” (“UU Lip”) is the pushing order advantageous to the player.

  “Falling Replay 1” is composed of two types of symbol combination groups “N Lip” and “D Lip”. When the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially aligned is set according to the first stop mode of the reels 13L, 13M, 13R. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “N lip” when the left reel 13L is in the first stop when winning the identification number including the combination, and in other cases the symbol combination The stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R is performed with priority given to the group “D lip”. Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). In addition, since the symbol combination group “D lip” is related to the transition from the first advantageous RT (RT2) to the normal RT (RT1), in the “tumbling replay 1”, the left reel 13L is pushed in the first stop order. Is a favorable order for the player.

  The “falling replay 2” is composed of three types of symbol combination groups “N lip”, “D lip” and “SP lip 1”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the first stop mode of the reels 13L, 13M, 13R is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “N lip” when the middle reel 13M is in the first stop when winning the identification number including the combination, and in other cases the symbol combination The stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R is performed with priority given to the group “D lip”. Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination group “SP Lip 1” is a symbol combination group that is a symbol combination group that constitutes the combination, but is not actually aligned. In the “falling replay 2”, the pushing order of the middle reel 13M in the first stop (“N lip”) is the pushing order advantageous to the player.

  “Falling Replay 3” is composed of three types of symbol combination groups “N Lip”, “D Lip” and “SP Lip 2”. Even when the identification number including the combination is won, the priority order of the symbol combination groups to be preferentially arranged according to the first stop mode of the reels 13L, 13M, 13R is set. Specifically, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “N Lip” when the right reel 13M is in the first stop when winning the identification number including the combination, and in other cases the symbol combination The stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R is performed with priority given to the group “D lip”. Since both symbol combination groups are symbol combination groups that are not missed, the priority symbol combination groups are always aligned (winning). Here, the symbol combination group “SP Lip 2” is a symbol combination group that is a symbol combination group that constitutes the combination, but is not actually arranged. In the “falling replay 3”, the pushing order in which the right reel 13R is in the first stop (“N lip”) is the pushing order advantageous to the player.

  The “BAR-matched replay” is composed of two types of symbol combination groups “CH lip” and “N lip”. When the first stop is the left reel 13L, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “CH RIP”, and in other cases, the symbol combination group “N RIP”. Is given priority to stop the reels 13L, 13M, 13R. For example, when the operation is performed at a timing at which the symbol “CH (cherry)” can be pulled into the left reel 13L, the symbol “CH (cherry)” stops at the middle stage of the left reel 13L. At this time, the symbol “BAR” is located in the upper stage. When the symbol “BAR” is pressed in both the second and third stops, the stop control unit 105 performs stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R so that the symbols “BAR” are aligned in a straight line. If the first stop is the left reel 13L but the operation timing is such that the symbol “CH (cherry)” cannot be pulled in, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “N lip” and the reels 13L, 13M. , 13R is stopped.

  “Fake play” is composed of six types of symbol combination groups “CH lip”, “N lip” and “SP lip 1” to “SP lip 4”. If the first stop is the left reel 13L, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “CH Rip” and controls the stop of the reels 13L, 13M, 13R when the identification number including the combination is won. Do. For example, when the operation is performed at a timing at which the symbol “CH (cherry)” can be pulled into the left reel 13L, the symbol “CH (cherry)” stops at the middle stage of the left reel 13L. At this time, the symbol “BAR” is located in the upper stage. When the symbol “BAR” of the middle reel 13M is pushed up in the second stop, the stop control means 105 performs stop control of the middle reel 13M so that the symbol “BAR” becomes a template. When the symbol “BAR” of the right reel 13R is pressed for the final stop, the stop control unit 105 performs stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R so that the symbols “BAR” are not aligned. In the case of reverse pressing (right → middle → left), the stop control means 105 performs stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R so that any one of the symbol combination groups “SP Lip 1” to “SP Lip 4” is aligned. . If the first stop is the middle reel 13M, or the first stop is the left reel 13L, but the operation timing is such that the symbol “CH (cherry)” cannot be pulled in, the stop control means 105 performs the symbol combination group “N "Is given priority to stop the reels 13L, 13M, 13R.

  “Cherry” is composed of a symbol combination group “B cherry”. The stop control means 105, when winning the identification number including the combination, in order to win the symbol combination group “B cherry”, all of the reels 13L, 13M, 13R will receive the constituent symbols within the drawable range. Stop control to stop at (middle stage). For example, when the stop switch 21L is operated at an operation timing at which the symbol “BAR” can be pulled in the left reel 13L, the left reel 13L is controlled to stop so that the symbol “BAR” stops in the middle stage. Both the middle reel 13M and the right reel 13R have the symbol “CH” for winning a prize placed at a position that can be stopped (retracted) in the middle stage regardless of the timing of the stop switches 21M and 21R being operated. The stop control means 105 performs stop control of the middle reel 13M or the right reel 13R so that the symbol “CH” stops in the middle stage. The stop control means 105 performs stop control of each of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R so as to be lost when the stop switch 21L is not operated at an operation timing at which the symbol “BAR” can be pulled in with the left reel 13L. .

  “Watermelon A” is composed of a symbol combination group “CD watermelon”. When the identification number including the combination is won, the stop control means 105 stops the symbol “WM” in the middle when the middle stop switch 21M is operated at the operation timing at which the symbol “WM” is retracted in the middle reel 13M. Thus, stop control of the middle reel 13M is performed. In both the left reel 13L and the right reel 13R, no matter which timing the stop switches 21M and 21R are operated, the symbol “BE1” or “BE2” for winning is placed at a position where it can be stopped (retractable) in the middle stage Therefore, the stop control means 105 controls the stop of the left reel 13L or the right reel 13R so that the symbol “BE1” or “BE2” stops in the middle stage. The stop control means 105 performs stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R so as to cause a loss when the middle stop switch 21M is not operated at an operation timing at which the symbol “WM” can be drawn by the middle reel 13M. Do.

  “Watermelon B” includes a symbol combination group “CD watermelon” and a symbol combination group “C watermelon”. When the identification number including the combination is won, the stop control means 105 stops the symbol “WM” in the middle when the middle stop switch 21M is operated at the operation timing at which the symbol “WM” is retracted in the middle reel 13M. Thus, stop control of the middle reel 13M is performed. The left reel 13L and the right reel 13R both have symbols (CD watermelon: “BE1” or “BE1” or “BE”) that can be stopped (retractable) in the middle stage regardless of the timing at which the stop switches 21M and 21R are operated. BE2 ”, C watermelon:“ WM ”), the stop control means 105 is arranged so that the left reel 13L or so that any of the symbols“ BE1 ”,“ BE2 ”and“ WM ”stops in the middle stage, respectively. Stop control of the right reel 13R is performed. In this embodiment, the symbol combination group “CD watermelon” and the symbol combination group “C watermelon” are configured such that one of them wins according to the operation timing of the stop switch 21L. The stop control means 105 performs stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R so as to cause a loss when the middle stop switch 21M is not operated at an operation timing at which the symbol “WM” can be drawn by the middle reel 13M. Do.

  As shown in FIG. 10, in this embodiment, two types of bonus combination, small combination and replay combination are set at the same time, but when such an identification number is won, It is configured to win in the priority order of the re-playing role, the small role, and the bonus role.

  For example, the identification number 4 “AT permission + AT right + red 7 big + normal replay” is composed of the symbol combination groups “N Lip” and “Big 1”. When the left stop switch 21L is pressed in the first stop in the game won with the identification number 4, the symbol relating to the bonus winning (the symbol “red 7”) and the symbol relating to the replay winning (the symbol “RP1” or “ In the case where both of the RP2 ") can be drawn, the stop control means 105 performs reel control so that the symbol relating to the replay winning a prize stops on the winning line. As described above, since the normal replay is not missed, the winning game of the identification number 4 always wins the normal replay without winning the red 7 big.

  The identification number 32 (“AT right + Red 7 big + Watermelon A”) is composed of the symbol combination groups “CD watermelon” and “Big 1”. In the game won with the identification number 32, when the left stop switch 21L is pressed at the first stop, the symbol related to the bonus winning (symbol “red 7”) and the symbol related to the watermelon A winning (symbol “BE1” or “ When both of BE2 ") can be drawn, the stop control means 105 performs reel control so that the symbol related to the watermelon A winning is stopped on the winning line. In the case of the left reel 13L, the entire range in which the symbol related to red 7 big winning (red 7) can be drawn is within the range in which the symbol related to winning the watermelon A can be drawn. In the case of the left reel 13L, even if a watermelon A winning is possible, a red 7 big winning is not possible.

  The identification numbers 25 to 27 (“(AT tolerance + AT right +) red 7 big + cherry”) are composed of the symbol combination groups “B cherry” and “big 1”. The stop control means 105 performs cherry priority reel control when the identification number is won. In the case of the middle reel 13M, the entire range in which the symbol related to red 7 big winning (red 7) can be drawn is within the range in which the symbol related to cherry winning can be drawn. In the case of the reel 13M, even if a cherry win is possible, a red 7 big win is not possible.

  The identification number 28 (“BAR big + cherry”) is composed of the symbol combination groups “B cherry” and “big 2”. The stop control means 105 performs cherry priority reel control when the identification number is won.

  The identification number 33 (“BAR big + watermelon A”) is composed of the symbol combination groups “CD watermelon” and “big 2”. The stop control means 105 performs watermelon A priority reel control when the identification number is won.

  The identification number 36 (“AT permission + AT right + Red 7 big + Watermelon B”) is composed of the symbol combination groups “CD watermelon”, “C watermelon”, and “Big 1”. The stop control means 105 performs reel control with priority to the watermelon B when the identification number including the combination is won.

  “Watermelon A” is set as a winning combination with both “Red 7 Big” and “BAR Big” which are bonus roles, but “Watermelon B” is simultaneous with “Red 7 Big” only. It is set as a winning role. Therefore, when the symbol combination of the symbol combination group “C watermelon” that appears only when “Watermelon B” is won is aligned on the winning line, the expectation for winning “Red 7 Big” increases.

  When the “push order unquestioned bell” is won, the stop control means 105 performs stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R so that the symbol combination group “C bell” is aligned with the winning line regardless of the push order. . The symbol combination group always wins because the symbols are arranged on the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R so as to be drawn into the winning line regardless of the operation timing.

  “Left middle right correct answer bell 1” to “Left middle right correct answer bell 4”, “Left and right middle correct answer bell 1” to “Left and right middle correct answer bell 4”, “Middle left and right correct answer bell 1” to “Middle left and right correct answer bell 4”, "Middle right left correct answer bell 1"-"Middle right left correct answer bell 4", "Right left middle correct answer bell 1"-"Right left middle correct answer bell 4", "Right middle left correct answer bell 1"-"Right middle left correct answer bell 4" , Both are configured such that the symbol combination groups to be preferentially awarded according to the pressing order are different.

  For example, when “left middle right correct answer bell 1” is won, the stop control means 105 is the symbol combination group having the highest payout in the order of “left → middle → right” (when the push order is correct). The reels 13L, 13M, and 13R are controlled to stop so that “T-bell” is given priority. Since the symbol combination group is a symbol combination group with no missing (non-winning) prizes, it must be awarded.

  When the first stop is the left reel 13L and the second stop is the right reel 13R, that is, when the second stop is incorrect, the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “left correct answer AT” to the reel 13L. , 13M and 13R are stopped. Since the symbol combination group is a symbol combination group that has not been missed, it will always win.

  When the first stop is the middle reel 13M (if the first stop is incorrect), the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “A1 incorrect answer AT” and performs stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, 13R. Do. Specifically, since the symbol related to winning of the middle reel 13M in the symbol combination group “A1 inaccurate answer AT” is “BE1”, the stop control means 105 causes the symbol to stop at the middle stage of the middle reel 13M. Then, stop control of the middle reel 13M is performed. Since the symbol is not missed, the symbol always stops at the middle stage of the middle reel 13M. Subsequently, for example, when the second stop is the left reel 13L, the symbol related to winning the left reel 13L of the symbol combination group “A1 incorrect answer AT” is “BAR” or “BE1”. When the left reel 13L is operated to stop at the time when it can be retracted, the stop control means 105 performs stop control of the left reel 13L so that the symbol stops at the middle stage of the left reel 13L. In the case of other timings, it is missed (non-winning) regardless of the operation timing of the third stop. When both symbols can be drawn, it is preferable to perform stop control with priority given to either one. In the final stop (right reel 13R) when the winning symbol is operated at the second stop (left reel 13L), the right reel 13R of the symbol combination group “A1 incorrect answer AT” is won. When the left reel 13L is stopped at a timing at which one of the symbols “red 7” and “BL” can be retracted, the stop control means 105 causes the right reel 13R to stop at the middle stage of the right reel 13R. Perform stop control. In the case of other timings, the winning symbols are missed (no winning) even though the winning symbols are stopped on the first and second stop reels. Similar stop control is performed when the second stop reel is the right reel 13R.

  When the first stop is the right reel 13R (when the first stop is incorrect), the stop control means 105 gives priority to the symbol combination group “A right incorrect answer AT” and stops the reels 13L, 13M, 13R. Take control. Specifically, since the symbol related to the winning of the right reel 13R of the symbol combination group “A right incorrect answer AT” is “CH”, the stop control unit 105 causes the symbol to stop at the middle stage of the right reel 13M. Then, stop control of the middle reel 13M is performed. Since the symbol has not been missed, it always stops at the middle stage of the right reel 13M. Subsequently, for example, when the second stop is the left reel 13L, the symbol for winning the left reel 13L of the symbol combination group “A right incorrect answer AT” is “BAR” or “BE1”. When the left reel 13L is operated to stop at the time when it can be retracted, the stop control means 105 performs stop control of the left reel 13L so that the symbol stops at the middle stage of the left reel 13L. In the case of other timings, it is missed (non-winning) regardless of the operation timing of the third stop. When both symbols can be drawn, it is preferable to perform stop control with priority given to either one. In the final stop (right reel 13R) when the winning symbol is operated at the second stop (left reel 13L) at the timing of drawing in the winning symbol, the reel 13M in the symbol combination group “A1 incorrect answer AT” is awarded a prize. When the left reel 13L is stopped at a timing at which one of the symbols “BAR” and “RP1” can be retracted, the stop control means 105 causes the right reel 13R to stop so that the symbol stops at the middle stage of the right reel 13R. Perform stop control. In the case of other timings, the winning symbols are missed (no winning) even though the winning symbols are stopped on the first and second stop reels. Similar stop control is performed when the second stop reel is the middle reel 13M. In the case of “left middle right correct bell 1”, the pushing order (left → middle → right) in which the symbol combination group “T bell” having the highest payout is aligned with the winning line is the pushing order advantageous to the player.

  "Left middle right correct answer bell 2"-"Left middle right correct answer bell 4" and "Left and right middle correct answer bell 1"-"Left and right middle correct answer bell 4", "Middle left and right correct answer bell 1"-"Middle left and right correct answer bell 4" About "Middle Right Left Correct Bell 1"-"Middle Right Left Correct Bell 4", "Right Left Middle Correct Answer Bell 1"-"Right Left Middle Correct Answer Bell 4", "Right Middle Left Correct Answer Bell 1"-"Right Middle Left Correct Answer Bell 4" In addition, as in “left middle right correct answer bell 1”, the symbol combination groups that are prioritized according to the pressing order are different. That is, for any of the identification numbers including these roles, one out of six push orders (first stop correct answer and second stop correct answer) is 100% awarded and nine are paid out, and one (first (Stop correct answer and second stop incorrect answer) wins 100% and 1 is paid out, and 4 ways (first stop incorrect answer) wins and wins 1 if the operation timing of the subsequent stop reels matches. .

(7) Notification display control means 106
The notification display control unit 106 in FIG. 4 controls the notification in the notification display 60 to be the notification mode determined by the notification mode determination unit 107.

(8) Notification mode determination means 107
The notification mode determination unit 107 in FIG. 4 determines the notification mode on the notification display 60 based on the combination lottery result of the combination lottery unit 103 and the state of the slot machine 1 (non-AT, AT in preparation, AT). To decide. For the notification mode determined by the notification mode determination unit 107, a command capable of specifying the type is generated by the command generation unit 108 and transmitted to the sub-control board 73.

  Specifically, the notification mode determination means 107 is “cherry”, “watermelon A” when the gaming state is the initial RT (RT0) and the non-AT state or the AT preparation state. Even if any identification number other than the identification number including “Watermelon B” is won, the notification mode is determined so that nothing is notified by the notification display 60.

  Further, when the game state is the initial RT (RT0) and the game state is a non-AT state or an AT preparation state, the notification mode determination unit 107 internally wins an identification number including “Cherry”. The notification mode is to notify information that can specify the push order (left → middle → right) and the notification mode to notify information that can specify the push order (left → right → middle). Either of the notification modes is determined by lottery, for example. The push order (left → middle → right) and push order (left → right → middle) are both when “(AT tolerance +) (AT right +) red 7 big + cherry” is won simultaneously. It is a push order that can win both “Cherry” and “Red 7 Big”.

  By the way, in this embodiment, when the stop operation of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R is performed, the first 7-segment LED 60a of the notification display device 60 (see FIG. 26) is in a notification mode that suggests the next stop operation. It is configured to change. On the other hand, the second 7-segment LED 60b is for specifying the type of notification mode, and is configured to continue the same notification from the notification to the final stop. In principle, lighting of the segment S1 of the first 7-segment LED 60a suggests that the left reel 13L is stopped, lighting of the segment S3 suggests stopping of the middle reel 13M, and lighting of the segment S6 indicates that the right reel 13R is lit. Suggests a stop. Therefore, for example, in the case of a notification mode in which information that can specify the push order (left → middle → right) is notified, only the segment S1 is turned on in the first 7-segment LED 60a before the first reel is stopped. It can be notified that the first stop reel is the left reel 13L. Next, during the period from the stop of the first reel to the stop of the second reel, it is possible to notify that the second stop reel is the middle reel 13M by lighting only the segment S3 in the first 7-segment LED 60a. Finally, during the period from the stop of the second reel to the stop of the third reel, it is possible to notify that the third stop reel is the right reel 13R by lighting only the segment S6 in the first 7-segment LED 60a.

  Further, the notification mode determination means 107 has an identification number including “watermelon A” or “watermelon B” when the gaming state is the initial RT (RT0) and is in a non-AT state or in an AT preparation state. In the case of winning internally, in both cases, the notification mode of notifying information that can specify the push order (middle → left → right) and the information that can specify the push order (middle → right → left) are reported. The notification mode is determined. Either of the notification modes is determined by lottery, for example. Note that the push order (middle → left → right) and push order (middle → right → left) are all “(AT right +) red 7 big + watermelon A”, “watermelon A + BAR big”, “(AT allowed (+) (AT right +) Red 7 Big + Watermelon B ”is elected as a small role (“ Watermelon A ”/“ Watermelon B ”) or a bonus role (“ Red 7 Big ”/“ BAR Big ”) It is a push order that can win both.

  In addition, when the gaming state is the normal RT (RT1) and the non-AT state, the notification mode determination unit 107 determines which identification other than the identification number including “Cherry”, “Watermelon A”, and “Watermelon B”. Even if the number is internally won, the notification mode is determined so that nothing is notified by the notification display 60. Further, the notification mode determining means 107 is a case where the game state is normal RT (RT1) and the AT is being prepared or in the AT state, and the result of the lottery is “normal replay”, “push order no matter bell” In the case of the identification number of the internal winning or the “losing” identification number in any of “”, the notification mode is determined so that nothing is notified by the notification display 60.

  In addition, when the game state is normal RT (RT1) and the identification number including “Cherry” is won, the notification mode determination unit 107 pushes in the order of pushing in any state during non-AT, AT preparation, and AT. The notification mode is such that information that can specify left → middle → right) and the notification mode that information that can specify the push order (left → right → middle) are notified are determined.

  In addition, when the game state is normal RT (RT1) and the identification number including “Watermelon A” or “Watermelon B” is won, the notification mode determination means 107 can select any of non-AT, AT preparation, and AT. Even in the state, either a notification mode of notifying information that can specify the pressing order (middle → left → right) or a notification mode of notifying information that can specify the pressing order (middle → right → left) decide.

  In addition, the notification mode determination means 107 is the case where the game state is normal RT (RT1) and the AT is being prepared or in the AT state, and the winning lottery result is “RT2 transition replay 1”. In the case of the identification number, the notification mode is determined such that information that can specify an advantageous push order (left → middle → right) is notified on the notification display 60. At this time, also in the RT2 transition replays 2 to 6, the notification mode determination unit 107 determines the notification mode in which information that can specify an advantageous push order is notified by the notification display 60.

  Further, the notification mode determining means 107 is the case where the gaming state is the first advantageous RT (RT2) and the AT is being prepared or being in the AT state, and the result lottery result is stored in the “RT3 transition replay 1”. In the case of a winning identification number, a different notification mode is determined depending on the number of remaining games until the limiter of the duration of the AT allowable state at the time of winning. Specifically, when the number of remaining games until reaching the limiter is 200 games or less and the “RT3 transition replay 1” is won internally, the notification mode determination means 107 is advantageous in the order of pushing the notification display 60. (Left → Middle → Right) is determined as a notification mode in which information that can be specified is notified. Here, when the player operates the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R according to the notification from the notification display 60, the player wins “UU Lip” and the gaming state changes from the first advantageous RT (RT2) to the second advantageous RT (RT3). Migrate to

  On the other hand, when the number of remaining games until reaching the limiter is greater than 200 games, when the “RT3 transition replay 1” is won internally, the notification mode determination means 107 has an advantageous push order (left It determines to the alerting | reporting mode of alerting | reporting the information which can specify the pushing order other than-> middle-> right). In this case, for example, one of the five push orders other than the advantageous push order is determined by lottery, and the notification mode is determined so that information that can specify the push order is notified.

  Similarly, in the case of RT3 transition replays 2 to 6, the notification mode determination means 107, when winning when the remaining number of games until reaching the limiter is 200 games or less, is an advantageous push set for the winning combination. If the winning mode is determined when the number of remaining games until reaching the limiter is more than 200 games, the pressing order other than the advantageous pressing order is notified. The notification mode is determined. Note that the notification mode when the number of remaining games until reaching the limiter is greater than 200 games can be changed as appropriate as long as the notification is made so that the advantageous pushing order is not known. The mode determination unit 107 may determine the notification mode in which nothing is notified.

  Further, the notification mode determination means 107 is the case where the gaming state is the second advantageous RT (RT3) and the AT is being prepared or in the AT state, and the combination lottery result is “RT3 transition replay 1”. Even in the case of the winning identification number, a different notification mode is determined depending on the number of remaining games until the limiter of the duration of the AT allowable state at the time of winning. Specifically, when the number of remaining games until reaching the limiter is 200 games or less, when the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 are internally won, the notification mode determination means 107 uses the notification display 60 to It determines to the alerting | reporting aspect of alerting | reporting the information which can identify the advantageous pushing order set to RT3 transfer replay. Here, when the player operates the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R according to the notification from the notification display 60, the player wins “UU Lip” and the second advantageous RT (RT3) is maintained.

  On the other hand, when the number of remaining games until reaching the limiter is greater than 200 games, when the “RT3 transition replay 1” is won internally, the notification mode determination means 107 has an advantageous push order (left It determines to the alerting | reporting mode of alerting | reporting the information which can specify the pushing order other than-> middle-> right). In this case, for example, one of the five push orders other than the advantageous push order is determined by lottery, and the notification mode is determined so that information that can specify the push order is notified. Here, when the player operates the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R according to the notification from the notification display 60, the player wins “U Lip” and the gaming state changes from the second advantageous RT (RT3) to the first advantageous RT (RT2). Migrate to Note that the notification mode when the number of remaining games until reaching the limiter is greater than 200 games can be changed as appropriate as long as the notification is made so that the advantageous pushing order is not known. You may make it determine to the alerting | reporting aspect that the aspect determination means 107 does not alert | report anything.

  Further, the notification mode determining means 107 is a case where the gaming state is normal RT (RT1) and the AT is being prepared or in the AT state, and the role lottery results are “left middle right correct answer bell 1” to “ "Left middle right correct bell 4", "Left and right middle correct bell 1" to "Left and right middle correct bell 4", "Middle left and right correct bell 1" to "Middle left and right correct bell 4", "Middle right and left correct answer bell 1" to "Middle In the case of winning one of the identification numbers of “right right correct bell 4”, “right left center correct answer bell 1” to “right left center correct answer bell 4”, “right middle left correct answer bell 1” to “right middle left correct answer bell 4” Also, the notification mode is determined such that the notification display 60 notifies information that can identify each advantageous push order.

  Further, the notification mode determination means 107 is a notification indicator when the gaming state is a state during the AT of the first advantageous RT (RT2) and the winning lottery result is “falling replay 1” and the internal winning identification number. At 60, the notification mode is determined such that information that can specify the pressing order of “left → middle → right”, which is one of advantageous pressing orders, is notified. At this time, similarly, when the winning lottery results are “falling replay 2” and “falling replay 3” with the internal winning identification numbers, the notification mode determining means 107 uses the notification display 60 in one of the advantageous push orders. The information mode is determined such that information that can specify one is notified. Here, when the player operates the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R in accordance with the notification from the notification display 60, the player wins “N Lip” and the first advantageous RT (RT2) is maintained.

  In addition, when the game state is the first advantageous RT (RT2) or the second advantageous RT (RT3) and the identification number including “Cherry” is won, the notification mode determining means 107 is in either non-AT or AT. Even in the state, either a notification mode of notifying information that can specify the pressing order (left → middle → right) or a notification mode of notifying information that can specify the pressing order (left → right → middle) decide.

  Further, when the game state is the first advantageous RT (RT2) or the second advantageous RT (RT3) and the internal winning is an identification number including “watermelon A” or “watermelon B”, the notification mode determination means 107 is non-AT Announcement mode that informs of information that can specify the push order (middle → left → right), and information that can specify the push order (middle → right → left) are announced in any state during the middle or AT. The notification mode is determined.

  In addition, the notification mode determination means 107 is in a state in which the gaming state is the first advantageous RT (RT2) or the second advantageous RT (RT3), and the result lottery results are “left middle right correct answer bell 1” to “ "Left middle right correct bell 4", "Left and right middle correct bell 1" to "Left and right middle correct bell 4", "Middle left and right correct bell 1" to "Middle left and right correct bell 4", "Middle right and left correct answer bell 1" to "Middle In the case of an internal winning identification number in any of “Right / Left Correct Bell 4”, “Right / Left Correct Correct Bell 1” to “Right / Left Correct Correct Bell 4”, “Right / Left Correct Correct Bell 1” to “Right / Left Correct Answer Bell 4” Then, the notification mode is determined such that information capable of specifying an advantageous pressing order is notified by the notification display 60.

  In addition, the notification mode determination means 107 is in the state where the gaming state is the first advantageous RT (RT2) or the second advantageous RT (RT3) and the winning lottery result is “no push order unrecognized bell”. In the case of an identification number, 5 types of push order “left → middle → right”, “left → right → middle”, “middle → left → right”, “middle → right → left”, “right → left → middle” One of the push orders is determined by lottery, and the notification mode is used to notify the information capable of specifying the push order on the notification display 60.

  Further, when the game state is the bonus game state (BB1) and the result lottery result is “BAR-matched replay” or “fake play” and the internal winning identification number is shown in FIG. When in the AT permissible state, the notification mode is determined so that information indicating that there is a possibility that it may be advantageous to aim at the BAR from the left with the notification display 60, and in the AT non-permissible state shown in FIG. Then, the notification mode is determined such that nothing is notified by the notification display 60. In the AT non-permitted state shown in FIG. 5, notification indicating the operation procedure of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R so that the BAR is not aligned on the notification display 60 may be performed.

  In addition, when the game state is in the bonus internal winning (RT4) and the identification number including “Cherry” is won, the notification mode determining means 107 pushes in any state during non-AT, AT preparation, or AT. Either a notification mode in which information that can specify the order (left → middle → right) or a notification mode in which information that can specify the order of pressing (left → right → middle) is notified is determined.

  In addition, when the game state is in the bonus internal winning (RT4) and the identification number including “watermelon A” or “watermelon B” is won, the notification mode determining means 107 is in non-AT, in preparation for AT, in AT In any state, either a notification mode for notifying information that can specify the pressing order (middle → left → right) or a notification mode for notifying information that can specify the pressing order (middle → right → left) Decide on.

  Further, the notification mode determination means 107 is the case where the game state is in the bonus internal winning (RT4) and the AT state, and the combination lottery results are “left middle right correct answer bell 1” to “left middle "Right right answer bell 4", "Left and right middle correct answer bell 1"-"Left and right middle correct answer bell 4", "Middle right and left correct answer bell 1"-"Middle right and left correct answer bell 4", "Middle right and left correct answer bell 1"-"Middle right and left correct answer" In the case of winning one of the identification numbers of “Bell 4”, “Right / Left / Right Correct Bell 1” to “Right / Left / Right Correct Bell 4”, “Right / Left / Right Correct Bell 1” to “Right / Left / Right Correct Bell 4” The notification mode is determined such that information that can identify each advantageous push order is notified by the notification display 60. These identification numbers will not be missed if the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in an advantageous pressing order. Therefore, even if the bonus is being won internally, if the AT is in progress, a bonus prize can be obtained by following the notification. It becomes impossible.

(9) Command creation means 108
The command creation means 108 in FIG. 4 has various information such as information on the result lottery result of the role lottery means 103, information on the operation of the operation tool operated by the player such as the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R, the start switch 19, and the like. A command for transmitting the above information to the sub control board 73 (sub CPU 71) is generated. The command generated by the command creating unit 108 is transmitted to the sub control board 73 by the command transmitting unit 113 as will be described later. The sub control board 73 selects an effect to be executed based on the command sent from the main control board 63. In other words, the command creation means 108 creates a command that indicates the content of the effect executed on the sub control board 73.

  Further, the command creation means 108 creates a command corresponding to the notification mode of the notification display 60 based on the state of the slot machine 1 and the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means 103. For example, a command (for example, “$ 01” in the case of “normal replay”) that can specify the type of the role constituting the result lottery result (the winning group identification number) of the role lottery means 103 is created and used for notification. A command (for example, “0” when “Cherry” is won in the case of non-ART in the initial RT (RT0)) that can specify the type of notification mode of the display device 60 is created.

  Further, the command creating means 108 determines whether or not the winning combination group having the identification number including the AT allowable combination, AT right combination, bonus combination (“Red 7 Big”, “BAR Big”) is won, and the internal winning combination. Create a command that can identify the type when you are doing it.

(10) Reel detection means 109
The reel detection means 109 in FIG. 4 sends the detection signals of the left / middle / right position sensors 55L, 55M, 55R to the reel motors 14L, 14M, 14R that drive the left / middle / right reels 13L, 13M, 13R. Based on the number of supplied pulses, the rotational positions of the left, middle, and right reels 13L, 13M, and 13R are detected. In this case, the reel detection means 109 has a symbol positioned at a predetermined reference position (in this embodiment, for example, the middle stage of the display window 11) while the left, middle, and right reels 13L, 13M, and 13R are rotating and stopped. Each corresponding frame number is detected.

(11) Symbol determination means 110
The symbol determining means 110 in FIG. 4 determines in advance the display mode of the symbols of the reels 13L, 13M, 13R stopped by the stop control means 105 based on the rotational positions of the reels 13L, 13M, 13R. It is determined whether or not the display mode is the displayed display mode, and it is determined whether or not the display result of the symbol when the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R are stopped is a predetermined winning mode.

(12) Dispensing control means 111
The payout control unit 111 in FIG. 4 gives a predetermined privilege (profit) to the player based on the determination result by the symbol determination unit 110, and the symbol determination unit 110 determines that any winning combination has been won. If a winning with a medal payout is made, the hopper unit 43 is operated after the number of stored credit medals reaches an upper limit (for example, 50 in this embodiment), and the winning combination is dealt with. A medal is paid out by the number of payouts to give a player a profit. Further, the payout control unit 111 increases the credit medals by the number of payouts instead of the operation of the hopper unit 43 as a medal payout until the number of stored credit medals reaches the upper limit value.

  Further, when the symbol determining means 110 determines that the re-game player has won a prize, the payout control means 111 validates the winning line for the next game as if a prescribed number (three) of medals have been inserted.

(13) Medal control means 112
4 controls the operation of the medal selector 48 to switch between medal acceptance and non-acceptance.

(14) Command transmission means 113
The command transmission unit 113 in FIG. 4 transmits the command including various information created by the command creation unit 108 from the main control board 63 to the sub control board 73 in one way. In this case, the game state such as the general gaming state (RT0, RT1, RT2) and the bonus game state (BB1), the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means 103, the symbol determination result by the symbol determination means 110, each reel 13L, 13M, 13R A command including information indicating the state of the slot machine 1 such as the rotation / stop state of the slot machine 1 and the payout state of the medal by the payout control means 111 is transmitted to the sub-control board 73.

  In addition, the command transmission unit 113 transmits a command including data indicating a detection state of inserted medals by the insertion sensor 53 and operation states of the bet switch 15 and the maximum bet switch 17 to the sub-control board 73. The command transmission unit 113 transmits a command including data indicating that various switches such as the start switch 19 and the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated by the player to the sub-control board 73.

(15) Allowable state ratio calculation means 114
The permissible state ratio calculating means 114 calculates the ratio of the period in which the AT is permissible in the total game period (total number of games) of the slot machine 1. The permissible state ratio calculating means 114 increments the count value of the total game number counter 655 by 1 every time one game is consumed. The counter 655 is basically cleared without being cleared and is continuously added every time one game is consumed. Further, the permissible state ratio calculating means 114 determines whether or not the game is set to the AT permissible state by the AT permissible state setting means 100c for each game, and the game (1 Every time (game) is consumed, the count value of the total allowable period game number counter 656 is incremented by one. Similar to the total game number counter 655, the total allowable period game number counter 656 is basically configured not to be cleared. Then, the allowable state ratio calculating means 114 calculates the ratio of the period of the slot machine 1 in the AT allowable state based on the count value of the total game number counter 655 and the count value of the total allowable period game number counter 65. This ratio is stored in the allowable state stay ratio storage area 657. The permissible state ratio calculating means 114 calculates the ratio in the process from the stop of all the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R to the end of the game in each game, and sets the calculated value to the permissible state. The stay ratio storage area 657 is overwritten and stored. Instead of calculating every game, it may be calculated at a predetermined opportunity, such as when the reset switch 52 is pressed to display the ratio. At this time, when the reset switch 52 is pressed, the ratio is calculated based on the count value stored in the total game number counter 655 and the count value stored in the total allowable period game number counter 656. . In this way, the permissible state ratio calculating means 114 calculates the permissible state stay ratio not at every game but at the display timing, so that an excessive burden can be eliminated in normal game processing, and the processing efficiency. The fairness of the gaming machine can be ensured while trying to make it easier. Alternatively, the ratio may be calculated every time the total number of games reaches a certain period, and the number of times when the total number of games has reached a certain value (for example, 60%) may be stored.

(16) Permissible state ratio display control means 115
Further, in this embodiment, the AT allowable state stay ratio (allowable state stay ratio) calculated by the allowable state ratio calculating means 114 is composed of two 7-segment LEDs that display the number of medals paid out at the time of winning. The payout display 46 can be used for display. Referring to FIG. 26 showing the notification display 60, for example, the segments S1, S3, S6, S7, S5, and S2 of the first 7-segment LED 60a are turned on, and the segment S6 of the second 7-segment LED 60b is illuminated. When S7 is lit, “01” can be displayed, the segments SS3, S6, S4, S2, and S5 of the first segment LED 60a are lit, and the segments S3, S6, S4, S5, and S6 of the second 7-segment LED 60b are lit. When S7 is lit, “23” can be displayed. In this way, since a two-digit number can be generated using two 7-segment LEDs, in this embodiment, the permissible state stay ratio calculated by the permissible state ratio calculation means 114 is displayed using the payout display 46.

  The permissible state ratio display control means 115 controls the display of the stay ratio in the AT permissible state by the payout display 46. Specifically, the allowable state ratio display control means 115, when the reset switch 52 is pressed with the front door 5 opened, the AT allowable state stay ratio stored in the allowable state stay ratio storage area 657 at that timing. Is displayed on the payout display 46. At this time, the allowable state ratio display control means 115 performs control so that the stay ratio in the AT allowable state is continuously displayed on the payout display 46 until the reset switch 52 is pressed and released. The payout display 46 is also used for displaying error information, and the reset switch 52 is also used as a switch for canceling the error when an error occurs. Since the error release terminates the display of the error information on the payout display 46, there is a possibility that the information may be complicated if the stay ratio in the AT allowable state is displayed by the operation of the reset switch 52 at the time of the error release. Therefore, when the reset switch 52 is pressed to cancel the error and for a certain period (10 seconds in this embodiment) after the error is canceled, the allowable state ratio display control means 115 uses the payout display 46 to allow AT. Regulation control that does not display the stay ratio of the state is performed. Therefore, in this case, the ratio is displayed when the reset switch 52 is pressed again after 10 seconds have elapsed since the reset switch 52 for canceling the error.

  Further, when the total number of games is small, there is a possibility that the calculation result of the stay ratio in the AT allowable state varies and becomes higher than the designed value. Therefore, in this embodiment, the permissible state ratio display control means 115, when the count value of the total game number counter 655 is less than a certain value, the AT tolerance in a display mode different from the case where it exceeds the certain value. The payout indicator 46 is controlled so that the stay ratio of the state is displayed. In this embodiment, when the total number of games is less than 175000 games, the stay ratio in the AT-permitted state blinks and is displayed when it exceeds 175000 games. In this way, since the accuracy of the stay ratio in the AT allowable state displayed on the payout display 46 can be determined, the fairness of the gaming machine can be determined more accurately.

  It should be noted that the fixed period during which the regulation control for displaying the stay ratio in the AT-permitted state can be changed as appropriate. For example, the permissible state ratio display control means 115 restricts the display of the stay ratio in the AT permissible state when the reset switch 52 is operated (pressed) in response to the error cancellation, but next time the reset switch 52 is pressed. You may control to permit the display of the stay ratio of an AT permission state, without waiting for 10 seconds. In this way, the operation for canceling the error and the operation for displaying the allowable state stay ratio can be made independent, so that it is possible to more clearly grasp whether the display is error information or the allowable state stay ratio. be able to. Alternatively, the restriction control for displaying the stay ratio in the AT-permitted state may be canceled on condition that one game is consumed after the error is canceled. In this way, when the error is released, the permissible state stay ratio cannot be displayed unless a single game is performed, so that the display of the payout display 46 can be prevented from being confused, and the display contents of the payout display 46 can be prevented. Clarity can be improved. Further, in this embodiment, it is configured not to display the allowable state stay ratio for a certain period after the error is released, that is, for a certain period from the timing when the reset switch 52 is pressed for error cancellation. Alternatively, the allowable state stay ratio may not be displayed for a certain period from the timing when the reset switch 52 is pressed and then released. Further, after the reset switch 52 is pressed to cancel the error, the payout display 46 does not display the allowable state stay ratio unless the front door 5 is closed and the normal game can be performed. You may do it.

  In addition, an error may occur during the display of the allowable state stay ratio. In this case, the display of the ratio is stopped and error information is displayed on the page-out display 46. Then, after resetting the error by pressing the reset switch 52 (end of error display), if the reset switch 52 is pressed again, the allowable state stay ratio is displayed again, or after the error is released, the front door 5 is opened. After closing and entering a state in which a normal game can be performed, when the front door 5 is opened again and the reset switch 52 is pressed, the allowable state stay ratio may be displayed.

  Further, the stay ratio in the AT allowable state may be calculated / displayed when, for example, a change process start switch (not shown) for changing or confirming the set value is set to ON. Further, for example, when a predetermined operation is performed in a state in which a demonstration screen is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 or a game in which a bet number can be set is not performed, the display is performed. May be. As the predetermined operation, a dedicated operation means may be provided, or existing facilities such as the start switch 19, the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R, the bet switches 15 and 17, and the settlement switch 23 may be combined. However, it is preferable to use such operation means provided inside the housing. Since the reset switch 52 and the change processing start switch 56 are provided inside the housing, the stay ratio in the AT-permitted state is displayed even if the player does not intend, and there is distrust or the set value is estimated. Can be prevented.

  In this embodiment, the case where the allowable stay rate is displayed when the reset switch 52 is pressed has been described. In addition to this, for example, red 7 big (BB1) in which the objects for all payout numbers are continuous is displayed. Multiple types of items, such as the ratio of the number of coins paid out (BB1 payout ratio) and the ratio of the number of coins paid out for all the features that are red 7 big and BAR big (total bonus payout ratio) May be displayed on the payout display 46. In this case, when the reset switch 52 is pressed once, a code indicating the type of item (for example, “0A” when the code of the allowable state stay ratio is “A”) is displayed, and then the ratio is displayed. The code display and the ratio display are alternately and repeatedly displayed. When the reset switch 52 is pressed once again with this display being performed, the display changes to the next item. For example, when the code of the BB1 payout ratio is “B”, “ After “0B” is displayed, the ratio is displayed, and the code display and the ratio display are alternately and repeatedly displayed. The same applies to the next item, and the type of items to be displayed is changed sequentially each time the reset switch 52 is pressed. When the reset switch 52 is pressed while the last item is displayed, the display returns to the display of the first item.

  When the display is finished with the intermediate item displayed and the front door 5 is closed to return to the normal game, the order of the display items is reset, and when displaying again, the display starts from the first item. You may do it. Further, when the ratio of items to be displayed includes a reference value (for example, ~% or less), after displaying the item type and the ratio, this reference value (for example, “70” for 70% or less) is displayed. ) Or one of the 7-segment LEDs is used to display the code type, and the other 7-segment LED is used to display the reference value (for example, when the reference value of the allowable state stay ratio is 60% or less) “A6”) may be used to display the code type and the reference value at the same time, and then display the ratio. In this way, it becomes easier to understand the occurrence of fraud or malfunction when displaying the ratio.

  Also, when error information is displayed on the payout display 46 in this configuration, if the front switch 5 is opened, the reset switch 52 is pressed to cancel the error, and then the reset switch 52 is pressed again, the item code is displayed. It is preferable to display the ratio. In addition, after the error is released, after the front door 5 is closed and the normal game can be performed, when the front door 5 is opened again and the reset switch 52 is pressed, the item code display and the ratio display are performed. It may be. In addition, after the error is released, the item code display and the ratio display may not be performed for a certain period even if the reset switch 52 is pressed.

  If an error occurs while the item code display and the ratio display are being performed on the payout display 46, the display is switched to display error information. Here, when the reset switch 52 is pressed to release the error again with the front door 5 opened, the error is released and the display of the error information is terminated. The item code display and ratio display may be performed again without pressing. In this case, the code display and the ratio display of the item before switching to the error information display may be performed, or the code display and the ratio display may be performed after returning to the first item. Also in this case, after the error is released, the front door 5 is closed once and the normal game can be performed. Then, when the front door 5 is opened again and the reset switch 52 is pressed, the code display and the ratio display of the item are displayed. May be performed. In addition, after the error is released, the item code display and the ratio display may not be performed for a certain period even if the reset switch 52 is pressed.

  Further, in order to press the reset switch 52, the front door 5 must be opened. However, when the front door 5 is opened, an error display may be displayed on the payout display 46. In such a case, when the first reset switch 52 after pressing the front door 5 is pressed, the error is canceled (error display is finished), and when the reset switch 52 is pressed for the second time, it is acceptable. The display of the state stay ratio is started, or when the first reset switch 52 is pressed, the error display is ended, and the allowable state stay ratio is maintained even if the reset switch 52 is pressed for a certain period of time (for example, 10 seconds). When the reset switch 52 is pressed after 10 seconds have elapsed, the allowable state stay ratio may be displayed.

  Further, instead of the payout display, for example, a credit display 45 or a set value display (not shown) for displaying a set value may be used. Further, for example, a separate dedicated display device may be provided on the main control board 63 and displayed on the display device. In this case, for example, four 7-segment LEDs are juxtaposed on the main control board 63 so that a 4-digit number or alphabet can be displayed on the main control board 63. Then, using these 7 segment LEDs, the above-mentioned allowable state stay ratio, BB1 payout ratio, total bonus payout ratio, in addition to these, for example, the initial hit probability of the AT allowable state (in the AT non-permissible state) The number of winning AT-acceptable roles / total number of games × 100 [%]) can be displayed. In this case, the type of display content (for example, “0A” in the case of the allowable state stay ratio) is displayed using the upper two-digit 7-segment LED, and the ratio is displayed using the lower two-digit 7-segment LED. . As for the display, after the power is turned on, it is only necessary to always display automatically without any operation. As the display type switching, for example, the display content is displayed for a certain period of time, and the certain period of time is displayed. It is possible to use a display method in which the display automatically switches to the next type of display after the end of time, and returns to the first type of display when the last type of display ends, or the next type of display is displayed each time the reset switch 52 is pressed. You may make it switch to. Since the main control board 63 is covered with the board case and is difficult to access from the outside, this makes it possible to prevent the display from being illegally displayed by illegally displaying the ratio. It may also be possible to calculate / display the game. If the credit indicator 45 is used to display the stay ratio in the AT-permitted state, the credit changes when the insertion of medals or the like or the betting number can be set during the display, and the credit is changed after the stay-permitted state in the AT-permitted state is displayed. The display of may change and may cause distrust to the player. Therefore, in such a case, it is preferable to control so that the insertion of medals is prohibited (setting the number of bets using credits and settlement is not possible) while the stay ratio is displayed.

(Sub control board)
Next, the sub control board 73 will be described in detail. The sub control board 73 in FIG. 4 receives the command transmitted from the main control board 63 and performs an effect according to the operation and state of the main control board 63. The sub-control board 73 has various functions realized by executing a program stored in the memory 75 (see FIG. 3) and various functions realized by controlling hardware.

(1) Command receiving means 200
The command receiving unit 200 in FIG. 4 receives a command including various information transmitted by the command transmitting unit 113 of the main control board 63. When receiving a command transmitted from the main control board 63, the command receiving means 200 notifies each function provided in the sub control board 73 according to the type of the command.

(2) Production content determination means 201
The effect content determining unit 201 in FIG. 4 is for determining the content of the effect according to the command received by the command receiving unit 200. Specifically, a moving image to be displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 is determined from an effect pattern set in advance corresponding to the progress of the game, the result of the role lottery means 103, or the like from the speakers 31L and 31R. An effect such as determining the music and sound to be played, and flashing the light sources of the upper lamp unit 33 and the lower lamp units 37L and 37R all at once or individually is determined. In this case, the effect content determination means 201 determines the effect content for executing the notification effect corresponding to the notification mode of the notification display 60.

  For example, the effect content determination means 201 determines the effect content to display an advantageous pressing order on the liquid crystal display 27 when the internal winning is made to the pressing order bell during AT. Further, when an internal winning is performed on an identification number including “Cherry” during AT, for example, the effect is determined to display an image of cherry on the liquid crystal display 27.

  Then, the effect content determination unit 201 transmits a signal including data regarding the determined effect content to the display control unit 202 and the audio control unit 203. The function of notifying the advantageous pressing order of the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R by the liquid crystal display 27 also corresponds to the “notifying means” of the present invention.

(3) Display control means 202
The display control unit 202 in FIG. 4 displays a moving image (image) on the liquid crystal display 27 based on the data included in the signal transmitted from the effect content determination unit 201, or displays the upper lamp unit 33 and the lower lamp unit 37L. , 37R, and the like are controlled to blink simultaneously or individually.

(4) Voice control means 203
The voice control unit 203 in FIG. 4 performs control such as playing music from the speakers 31L and 31R and outputting voice based on data included in the signal transmitted from the effect content determination unit 201. .

(Specific example of AT game)
Next, a specific example of the AT game will be described with reference to FIG.

  For example, it is assumed that the game number is normal RT (RT1) in an AT non-permitted state and an identification number including an AT permitted role is won, and the initial game number determining means 100d determines the initial number of games to 53 games. In this case, the AT allowed state is entered from the next game of the game, and the count relating to the limiter is started. After the transition to the AT permissible state, if any of the RT2 transition replays 1 to 6 is selected, an advantageous push order for transitioning to the first advantageous RT (RT2) is performed by the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27. Notification is made (see “U Lip” in FIG. 25A). When the player operates the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R according to this notification, the gaming state shifts from the normal RT (RT1) to the first advantageous RT (RT2), and ART (assist replay time) starts.

  If the identification number including the AT right combination is won before the initial number of games is exhausted, the additional lottery means 100e performs lottery by adding the number of games, and the AT period is extended by the number of additional games. Here, the AT period continues fortunately by adding the number of games, and the RT3 transition replay 1 is performed in a state where the remaining number of games until the duration of the AT allowable state reaches the limiter (1500 games) is 200 games or less. Suppose you win one of the six. In this case, the notifying display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27 notify the advantageous pushing order of shifting to the second advantageous RT (RT3) (see “UU Lip” in FIG. 25B). When the player operates the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R according to this notification, the gaming state shifts from the first advantageous RT (RT2) to the second advantageous RT (RT3).

  When the remaining number of games until the limiter is greater than 200 games, if any of RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won, the first advantageous RT (RT2) is displayed by the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27. The pressing order for maintaining the above is notified (see “U-lip” in FIG. 25B). If any of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won again after the transition to the second advantageous RT (RT3) until the limiter is reached while the AT period continues, the notification display 60 In addition, the liquid crystal display 27 reports an advantageous pushing order for maintaining the second advantageous RT (RT3) (see “UU Lip” in FIG. 25B). Therefore, if one of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won even if the remaining games are 200 games or less until the limiter, the gaming state becomes the second advantageous RT (RT3) when the limiter is reached.

  When the limiter is reached, the AT period ends, the AT allowable state ends, and the state shifts to the AT non-permitted state. After shifting to the AT non-permitted state by the limiter, the second advantageous RT (RT3) is normally in the initial gaming state. When the AT allowable state ends, a gaming state suggestion effect that suggests the gaming state at that time is performed on the liquid crystal display 27 (corresponding to the “production means” of the present invention). This effect is, for example, an effect in which the background color of the end screen is displayed in either a normal color (for example, blue) or red, and the gaming state at the end of the AT allowable state is the second advantageous RT (RT3) However, the proportion of red being selected is higher than in other gaming states. The selection of the background color of the end screen is performed by the effect content determination means 201 (corresponding to the “effect selection means” of the present invention) based on the information regarding the type of gaming state transmitted from the main control board 73.

  The second advantageous RT (RT3) is set to have a higher probability of winning an identification number including an AT-acceptable combination than any other gaming state. ", It is easy to shift to a new AT allowable state. Therefore, after reaching the limiter, if an identification number including an AT-permitted role is won by the second advantageous RT (RT3) until the push-out bell is missed, the AT non-permitted state returns to the AT-permitted state again. At this time, since the count of the duration period of the AT permissible state is initialized, the count of the permissible period game number counter 653 starts from 1. In addition, the second advantageous RT (RT3) is set to a higher sum of the lottery values of the re-gamer than the normal RT (RT1), and therefore becomes an ART game immediately in the AT period after returning. In addition, since the number of remaining games up to the limiter is greater than 200 after the return, if one of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won in such a state, the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display are displayed. The display unit 27 notifies a pressing order other than an advantageous pressing order (see “U Lip” in FIG. 25B). When the player operates the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R according to this notification, the gaming state shifts from the second advantageous RT (RT3) to the first advantageous RT (RT2). Similar notifications are also made in subsequent AT permissible states.

  Next, an example of the operation of the slot machine 1 will be described with reference to FIGS.

1. Main Control Processing The main control processing in FIG. 28 is processing executed in the main CPU 61 of the main control board 63.

  First, the slot machine 1 performs a game start waiting process including a setting process that enables a game start (step S1). When the start switch 19 is turned ON in a state where the game start waiting process is set in the game start waiting process, the role lottery means 103 (including the AT allowable lottery) is performed and the reels 13L, 13M, The rotation of 13R is started (step S3). When the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated, the stop control unit 105 performs stop control of the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R (step S4). When all the reels 13L, 13M, and 13R are stopped, the symbol determination unit. In step S5, the winning combination is determined according to 110. As a result of the winning determination, when a winning combination is won, a medal payout process for paying out a medal set to the winning combination is performed (step S6). When the medal payout process ends, various game number update processes, which will be described later, are executed, and one game ends (step S7).

2. Game Start Waiting Process The game start waiting process shown in FIGS. 29 and 30 is a process executed in the main CPU of the main control board 63.

  First, it is determined whether or not the number of inserted medals has reached a specified number (three in this embodiment) or not (step S100). If the number of inserted medals has reached the specified number (YES in step S100), A game start enabling setting for permitting game start is performed (step S101). If the number of inserted medals has not reached the specified number (NO in step S100), a game start disabling setting for not permitting game start is performed (step S102). ). For example, a storage area for a game start enable flag is provided in the RAM 65 of the main control board 63, and the game start enable setting can be set when this flag is turned ON, and the game start disable setting can be set when the flag is turned OFF.

  When the game start enable setting or the game start disable setting is performed, it is determined whether or not the re-game player has been won in the previous game, that is, whether or not the next game is a game that does not require medal insertion (step). S103). If the re-game player is not won in the previous game (NO in step S103), it is determined whether there is no inserted medal (step S104), and if there is no inserted medal (YES in step S104), the game It is determined whether or not 30 seconds have elapsed from the start waiting start (step S105). If 30 seconds have elapsed since the game start waiting start (YES in step S105), the payout display 46 and the insertion display lamp (not shown) are turned off. After the payout display 46 and the insertion display lamp are turned off (step S106), or when 30 seconds have not elapsed since the game start waiting start (NO in step S105), it is determined whether or not the change processing start switch 56 is ON. Determination is made (step S107). If the change process start switch 56 is ON (YES in step S107), a setting confirmation process is performed (step S108). When this process ends, the process returns to step S100. The setting confirmation process is a process for confirming the current setting value, and is a process for displaying the setting value on a predetermined display.

  If the change process start switch 56 is not ON in step S107 (NO in step S107), it is determined whether or not the bet switch 15 is turned on (step S109). Here, in the case of ON determination (YES in step S109), the value displayed on the credit indicator 45 is decremented by one, and a process of handling that one medal is inserted is performed (step S114). When this process ends, the process returns to step S100. If it is determined that the bet switch 15 is not turned on (NO in step S109), it is determined whether the maximum bet switch 17 is turned on (step S110). Here, in the case of ON determination (YES in step S110), the value displayed on the credit indicator 45 is subtracted and displayed, and a process of handling that three medals have been inserted is performed (step S115). When this process ends, the process returns to step S100.

  If it is determined in step S110 that the maximum bet switch 17 has not been turned on (NO in step S110), or if it is determined in step S103 that a re-game player has been won in the previous game (YES in step S103). ) Determines whether or not the reset switch 52 is turned on (step S111). Here, if the reset switch 52 is determined to be ON (YES in step S111), a later-described allowable state stay ratio confirmation process is performed (step S116). If it is determined to be OFF (NO in step S111), the settlement switch 23 is used. Whether or not is ON is determined (step S112). If it is determined in step S112 that the settlement switch 23 is ON, a settlement process for paying out the number of medals displayed on the credit display 45 from the medal payout opening 39 is performed (step S113). Return to. On the other hand, when the settlement switch 23 is determined to be OFF (NO in step S112), the process returns to step S100 without performing the settlement process.

3. Various Game Number Update Processes The various game number update processes shown in FIG. 31 are executed by the main CPU 61 of the main control board 63 and are executed by the allowable state ratio calculating means 114.

  After the medal payout process is performed in step S6 of the main process in FIG. 28, the allowable state ratio calculation unit 114 adds +1 to the count value of the total game number counter 655 (step S200). Next, it is determined whether or not the game to be ended is in an AT-permitted state (step S201). If the game is in an AT-permitted state (YES in step S201), the permitted-state ratio calculating unit 114 The count value of the total allowable period game number counter 656 is incremented by 1 (step S202). On the other hand, when it is determined in step S201 that the game is not in the AT allowable state, or after the count value of the total allowable period game number counter 656 is incremented by +1 in step S202, the allowable state ratio calculating unit 114 adds each. Based on the count value of the remaining total game number counter 655 and the count value of the total allowable period game number counter 656, the AT allowable state stay ratio (allowable state stay ratio) is calculated (step S203). This allowable state stay ratio is calculated by (count value of total allowable period game number counter 656) ÷ (count value of total game number counter 655) × 100 [%]. After calculating the allowable state stay ratio, the allowable state ratio calculating unit 114 overwrites and stores the calculation result in the allowable state ratio storage area 657 (step S204), and ends the process.

4). Permissible State Stay Ratio Confirmation Process The permissible state stay ratio confirmation process of FIG. 32 is a process executed by the main CPU 61 of the main control board 63 and performed by the permissible state ratio display control means 115.

  If the reset switch 52 is determined to be ON in step S111 of the game start waiting process of FIG. 30 (YES in step S111), the allowable state stay ratio display control unit 115 sets the allowable state stay ratio display flag to ON (step S300). ). When the allowable state stay ratio display flag is set to ON, the allowable state ratio display control means 115 determines whether or not the reset switch 52 has been turned OFF (step S301). This ON setting is maintained until the reset switch 52 changes from the ON state to the OFF state (NO in step S301). When the reset switch 52 enters the OFF state (YES in step S301), it is switched to the OFF setting (step S302). After the allowable state stay ratio display flag is set to OFF, the process returns to step S100 of the game start waiting process. This flag is set by providing a predetermined storage area of the RAM 65 of the main control board 63, for example.

5. Timer Interrupt Process The timer interrupt process shown in FIGS. 33 and 34 is a process that is executed each time an interrupt process is performed in the main CPU 61 of the main control board 63.

  First, the phase of each reel motor 14L, 14M, 14R is output (step S400), and the command set in the output port is transmitted (step S401). Next, the state of the input port connected to the voltage monitoring IC is checked, and if it is in a power interruption state (YES in step S402), the game process is interrupted and the power interruption process (step S415) is executed. To return to the timer interrupt process. In the power interruption process, for example, after the save process, the state of the slot machine 1 is saved in a predetermined storage area, and the return process is performed.

  On the other hand, if it is not a power interruption state (NO in step S402), the lighting state of the credit display 45 or the notification display 60 is changed to the current control state of the slot machine 1 (operation of each switch, insertion of medals, AT period) Ramp processing that is updated in accordance with whether or not it is in progress (step S403). Next, the latest state of the input port connected to the main control board 63 for inputting the state of each switch and each sensor is set in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 65 (step S404). Subsequently, the game process is interrupted, and an outside use area interruption process (step S405) described later with reference to FIG. 35 is executed.

  After the game process is resumed, the command transmission means 113 transmits a transmission error command to the sub control board 73 if a transmission error command is set in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 65 (YES in step S406) ( Step S407). Then, after the command is transmitted by the command transmission unit 113 or when a transmission error command is not set in a predetermined storage area (NO in step S408), it is determined whether or not the medal has been inserted normally (step S409). ), It is determined whether or not the medal has been paid out normally (step S410). On the other hand, if there is an error in the use area outside interrupt process (YES in step S408), the error process is executed and the process returns to the timer interrupt process (step S416). In the error processing, the current gaming state is saved, the information indicating the error state is transmitted to the sub-control board 73, the error code is displayed on the payout display 46, and the error code is displayed after the error is released. Various processes such as resetting of the status and setting of the allowable state ratio display hold timer are performed.

  Subsequently, a timer for measuring a time such as a medal insertion interval and a payout interval is updated (step S411), information (data) output to the outside from the output port is acquired (step S412), and the acquired data Is output to the outside (step S413), the control data of each stop reel is acquired, and the index signals of all the reels are reset (step S414), and the process is terminated.

6). Usage Area Outside Interrupt Processing The usage area outside interrupt processing shown in FIG. 35 is a usage area in which a program related to the progress of the game in the ROM 67 is stored after the game processing in the timer interruption processing in FIG. 33 is interrupted. This is a process executed by executing a fraud determination program stored in a storage area outside a different use area.

  First, a selector sensor monitoring process for monitoring whether or not a medal has been inserted normally is executed (step S500). In the selector sensor monitoring process, it is determined whether or not a medal is normally inserted based on a change in the ON / OFF detection state of a plurality of insertion sensors 53 installed at different positions. An error command is set.

  Subsequently, a payout sensor monitoring process for monitoring whether or not the medal payout is normally performed is executed (step S501). In the payout sensor monitoring process, it is determined whether or not the medal payout is normally performed based on the operating state of the hopper motor 57, the detection state of the payout sensor 54, and the like. Is done.

  Next, door monitoring processing for monitoring whether or not the open / close state of the front door 5 is normal is executed (step S502). Based on the ON / OFF state of the door open / close switch (not shown), the progress of the game, etc., it is determined whether or not the front door 5 is opened and closed in a normal state. The command is set.

  Subsequently, an allowable state stay ratio display process described later is executed to return to the timer interrupt process (step S503).

7). Permissible state stay ratio display process The permissible state stay ratio display process shown in FIG. 36 is a process executed in the main CPU of the main control board 63 and used in the ROM 67 in which a game program relating to the progress of the game is stored. Is a process performed when the allowable state ratio display control means 115 executes a program stored in a different storage area (storage area outside use area).

  After the door monitoring process is performed in step S502 in FIG. 35, the allowable state ratio display suspension timer set in the error process in FIG. 33 is decreased every second (step S600).

  Next, the permissible state ratio display control means 115 determines whether or not the door open / close detection switch is in the OFF state (open state) (step S601), and if the front door 5 is in the open state, is an error? It is determined whether or not (step S602). If there is no error (YES in step S602), it is determined whether or not the allowable state stay ratio display flag is ON (step S603). If it is ON (YES in step S603), the allowable state stay ratio display is performed. It is determined whether or not the hold timer is 0 (step S604). If the front door 5 is in the closed state (NO in step S601), if it is in error (YES in step S602), the allowable state stay ratio display flag is OFF (NO in step S603), and the allowable state stay ratio display hold timer. If NO is not 0 (NO in step S604), the process ends in either case.

  If the allowable state stay ratio display hold timer is 0 (YES in step S604), the allowable state ratio display control means 115 determines whether or not the count value of the total game number counter 655 exceeds 175000 games. (Step S605), if exceeded (YES in Step S605), the permissible state stay ratio stored in the permissible state stay ratio storage area 657 is lit on the payout display 46 and the process is terminated (Step S606). ). On the other hand, if the count value of the total game number counter 655 does not exceed 175000 games (NO in step S605), the allowable state stay ratio stored in the allowable state stay ratio storage area 657 is blinked on the payout display 46. Then, the process ends (step S607). In this case, the allowable stay rate is not displayed until a certain period (10 seconds) has elapsed since the error was canceled.

  Therefore, according to the above-described embodiment, the AT permissible state ends (limiter) after continuing for a predetermined period (1500 games) even if the continuous lottery at the end of the set continues to be won. An upper limit can be set. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the gambling feeling of the player that the advantageous state can be continuously obtained for a long time and a large number of medals can be obtained. In addition, when the AT allowable state continues until the remaining number of games until the limiter becomes 200 games or less, if one of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won, the transition to the second advantageous RT (RT3) is performed. Since the advantageous push order is notified, the game state shifts to the second advantageous RT (RT3) when the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in accordance with this notification. In other words, since the gaming state is led to the second advantageous RT (RT3) when approaching the limiter, the gaming state after reaching the limiter becomes the second advantageous RT (RT3) with high expectation for a new AT-allowed state. The possibility increases. In this way, even if the AT allowable state is terminated by the limiter, the expectation of the transition to the new AT allowable state is increased, so that it is possible to suppress a decrease in the interest of the player due to the provision of the limiter. In addition, the second advantageous RT (RT3) is stopped when one of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won in the first advantageous RT (RT2) even if the AT allowable state is not close to the limiter. It is provided as a gaming state that shifts when the switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in an advantageous pushing order. In this way, the second advantageous RT (RT3) is a gaming state that can occur even during normal times, so it is possible to prevent the significance of the limiter from diminishing by giving a special profit when reaching the limiter, and to this There is no need for special control.

  In the second advantageous RT (RT3), the winning probabilities of “RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 (identification numbers 11 to 16)” are higher than those of other gaming states, and these identification numbers are used for the transition to the AT permissible state. Includes such AT-acceptable roles. In this case, winning to any of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 not only suggests that the current gaming state is the second advantageous RT (RT3), but also to a new AT-allowed state. Since the possibility of migration increases, it is possible to improve the interest of the player.

  In addition, even if the second advantageous RT (RT3) is shifted to the limit game after the remaining number of games reaches 200 games or less, if one of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won, an advantageous push order Since the push order other than is notified, it is easy to shift from the second advantageous RT (RT3) to the first advantageous RT (RT2) until the remaining number of games until the limiter becomes 200 games or less. It is possible to prevent an excessive gain from shifting to the second advantageous RT (RT3) that is easy to shift.

  In addition, since the selection ratio of the type of gaming state suggestion effect performed on the liquid crystal display 27 varies depending on the type of gaming state when the AT allowable state ends, depending on the type of gaming state when the AT allowable state ends, The game state after the end can be predicted. In this case, when the AT allowable state is terminated by the limiter, the transition to the second advantageous RT (RT3) can be predicted by the type of game state suggestion effect. And if the transition to the second advantageous RT (RT3) can be predicted, the game after the limiter can be performed while thinking that it may shift to a new AT allowable state soon after that, so the limiter can perform AT. The discouragement that the allowable state has ended can be prevented.

  In addition, whether or not to enter an AT permissible state that allows AT games advantageous to the player is determined by the main control board 63 (lottery value determination / determination means 103b) that is generally designed to be highly secure and difficult to perform fraud. It is determined. Therefore, it is possible to make it difficult to cheat an AT game, and it is possible to efficiently take countermeasures against an AT game by deciding whether or not an AT-permitted winning is a fair method. Further, since the AT allowable winnings are associated one-to-one with the determination result of the role lottery means 103 that is designed to be highly secure and difficult to perform fraud on the main control board 63, it is more fair to determine whether or not the AT allowable winnings are true. Can be determined in various ways.

  Moreover, since it is comprised so that the permissible state stay ratio can be displayed with the payout display 46, it can be determined whether the game machine is actually the permissible state stay ratio designed. For this reason, it is possible to determine the abnormality or fraud of the gaming machine before the gaming machine is actually given an excessive benefit in the AT game and becomes a state that requires the abnormality or fraud determination of the gaming machine. The fairness of the machine increases. Further, since the payout display 46 is used for both error information display and allowable state stay ratio display, the parts (display devices) can be shared, so that the cost of the gaming machine can be reduced. Further, even if the reset switch 52 is operated to cancel the error, the allowable state stay ratio is not displayed and the allowable state stay ratio is not displayed unless the reset switch 52 is operated again after the operation is completed. And the display of the permissible state stay ratio using the same reset switch 52, the error canceling operation and the permissible state stay ratio display operation can be made independent. As a result, the error information is displayed. Or the display of the allowable state stay ratio can be grasped more clearly. Furthermore, since the allowable state stay ratio is not displayed for a certain period of time (in this embodiment, 10 seconds) after the operation of the reset switch 52 for canceling the error, the error information display and the allowable state are displayed. It is possible to reliably prevent confusion with the stay ratio display.

  Further, in this embodiment, the allowable state stay ratio calculating unit 114 calculates the allowable state stay ratio for each game, overwrites it in the allowable state stay ratio storage area 657, and stores it again. At the timing when the reset switch 52 for displaying the ratio is operated, the allowable state stay ratio stored in the allowable state stay ratio storage area 657 at this time is displayed. In this way, no matter what timing the allowable stay rate is displayed, it can be displayed easily by performing a process of reading out data. For example, a timing at which another process such as a setting change process or a setting confirmation process occurs Even if the process related to the display of the allowable state stay ratio is performed, there is no load, and the allowable state stay ratio can be suitably displayed.

  In addition, lottery range data of an identification number including an AT-permitted role related to transition to an AT-permitted state and lottery range data of an identification number not including an AT-permitted role are stored in the role lottery table 671 of the ROM 67 of the main control board 63. Of the storage area, the AT lottery value storage area and the non-AT lottery value storage area are stored separately. In this way, when the AT is allowed, it is determined whether the lottery range data at that time is stored in either the AT lottery value storage area or the non-AT lottery value storage area. In addition, since it becomes possible to easily inspect whether or not the AT is allowed due to abnormal operation, the fairness of the gaming machine can be further maintained.

  The non-AT lottery value storage area stores lottery range data at different positions for each set value type, while the AT lottery value storage area has a lottery range at a common position regardless of the set value type. Data is stored, and in the case of an identification number that does not include an AT allowable combination, the combination lottery means 103 performs a combination lottery using lottery range data corresponding to the type of setting value, and an identification number that includes an AT allowable combination Performs the lottery using the common lottery range data regardless of the set value. As described above, the identification number including the AT allowable combination stores the lottery range data common to the set values and the lottery range data of the identification numbers having different characteristics of the identification number not including the AT allowable combination in different areas. In addition, since the way of holding the lottery range data is configured to be different between the AT lottery value storage area and the non-AT lottery value storage area, whether or not the AT permissible state has been entered due to fraud or abnormal operation. It is easy to perform the inspection, and the lottery range data can be designed easily.

  Further, in this embodiment, whether or not to enter an AT permissible state that allows an AT game advantageous to the player is determined when the part lottery means 103 performs a part lottery in a game in an AT non-permitted state that does not allow an AT game. It is determined by the same lottery value as the lottery value used in the above. Further, whether or not to increase the continuation rank is determined by a lottery value used when the role lottery means 103 performs a role lottery in a game in an AT-allowed state. That is, on the main control board 63, the lottery value for the role lottery, which is generally designed to be highly secure and difficult to perform fraud, is one-to-one with the AT lottery result together with the result of each of the role lottery means 103. Corresponding to each other, whether or not the AT right is won is also associated with one to one. For this reason, whether or not the AT allowed winning is determined uniquely based on the lottery value generated based on the start of the game, and further whether or not the AT right winning is determined uniquely, makes it difficult to cheat on the AT game. be able to. Therefore, it is possible to more efficiently take countermeasures against AT games by determining whether or not an AT-permitted winning is determined by a fair lottery and determining whether or not an AT right winning is determined by a fair lottery.

  In addition, by using the lottery value generated based on the start of the game, whether or not the AT lottery means 103 is always allowed with the same expected value, as well as the bonus combination that determines whether or not the winning combination is won, Whether or not the AT right is won can always be determined with the same expected value, so whether or not it is an AT-permitted win in an AT non-permitted state, as in the case of expecting whether or not a bonus combination is won for each game. Since it can be expected and it can be expected whether or not the AT right is won in the AT permissible state, it is possible to improve the interest of the player. In addition, since one lottery value determines which role has been won, whether it is an AT-permitted winning, and whether it is an AT right winning, it is determined based on which role the player has won. It is possible to infer whether the game is allowed or not, and whether or not the AT right is won, so that it is possible to improve the interest of the game. In addition, by making three decisions based on one lottery value, it is possible to reduce the processing load for generating the lottery value.

Second Embodiment
A second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 37 to 41, focusing on differences from the first embodiment.

  The difference between this embodiment and the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment is that the conditions for shifting from the second advantageous RT (RT3) to another gaming state are mainly different. Since other configurations are the same as those of the first embodiment, the description thereof is omitted by attaching the same reference numerals.

  In the first embodiment, when the gaming state is the second advantageous RT (RT3), when the push order bell is missed or when any of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won, the pushing order is not advantageous. When the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in the order of pressing ("U Lip"), the game state shifts to another gaming state (normal RT (RT1)) (see FIG. 5). On the other hand, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 37, the second advantageous RT (RT3) continues for 300 games (corresponding to the “specified period” of the present invention) or continues for 300 games. Depending on whether or not the bonus is won before the game, the game proceeds to another gaming state (initial RT (RT0), bonus internal winning (RT4), bonus gaming state (BB1)). That is, the gaming state setting means 100b does not change the setting to another gaming state in the role lottery result other than the identification number including the bonus combination, and the duration of the second advantageous RT (RT3) exceeds 300 games, or the bonus combination When the game is won, the game state is set to another game state (RT0, RT4). Therefore, for example, even when the pushing order bell is missed in the second advantageous RT (RT3), the second advantageous RT (RT3) is maintained without shifting to the normal RT (RT1) as in the first embodiment. Is done. For the duration of the second advantageous RT (RT3), for example, a second advantageous RT game number counter (not shown) is separately provided in the RAM 65 and counted.

  Note that the gaming state setting means 100b may change the setting of the gaming state (BB1) by winning the bonus combination instead of winning the bonus combination. Further, the gaming state that transitions after the second advantageous RT (RT3) continues for 300 games may be, for example, the normal RT (RT1) or the first advantageous RT (RT2). Here, winning the bonus combination at the second advantageous RT (RT3) or winning the bonus combination corresponds to the “first condition” of the present invention, and the second advantageous RT (RT3) is The passage of 300 games without winning a bonus combination corresponds to the “second condition” of the present invention. Further, the specified period can be changed as appropriate.

  Further, in this embodiment, unlike the first embodiment, none of the identification numbers 11 to 16 including any of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 includes an AT allowable role. That is, even if any of these identification numbers 11 to 16 is won, the AT allowable state is not shifted. Also, in the second advantageous RT (RT3), none of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 are subject to the role lottery, and the stop switch 21L is pressed in a pushing order other than the advantageous pushing order by winning the identification numbers 11-16. , 21M, 21R are not operated to shift to the first advantageous RT (RT2) (see FIG. 38). In this embodiment, the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 may be subject to the role lottery in the second advantageous RT (RT3). In this case, when one of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won, even if the “U lip” relating to the transition to the first advantageous RT (RT2) is won, the gaming state setting means 100b will receive the second advantageous RT ( RT3) is maintained.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is the first advantageous RT (RT2), the sum of the lottery values of the re-gamer is the same as that of the first embodiment (“12735”) (see FIG. 13). The lottery values of “RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 (identification numbers 11 to 16)” are the same values, but are provided individually for each set value (see FIG. 39).

  In this embodiment, the lottery values for the first advantageous RT (RT2) and the second advantageous RT (RT3) are different from those in the first embodiment. That is, for some specific lottery values among lottery values that are not won (lost) in the role lottery by the role lottery means 103 (FIG. 4) in the normal RT (RT1), the first advantageous RT ( RT2) and the second advantageous RT (RT3) are set to win the re-playing role, as in the first embodiment, but the second advantageous RT (RT3) re-playing role lottery value Is set lower than the first advantageous RT (RT2). In this case, the sum of the lottery values of the replaying player in the second advantageous RT (RT3) does not reach a state where the balance of the medals (the number of inserted coins-the number of acquired coins) becomes positive like the first advantageous RT (RT2). However, it is preferable to set the balance to be close to 0 instead of being negative like the initial RT (RT0) or the normal RT (RT1).

  In the first embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 11 to 15, the first advantageous RT (RT2) and the second advantageous RT (RT3) are all initial RT (RT0), normal RT (RT1), bonus When the sum of the lottery values of the identification numbers including the AT permissible combination is set higher than that during the internal winning (RT4), in this embodiment, the AT permissible value determined to be in the AT permissible state for the specific lottery value described above. The lottery value for winning the winning combination is not included, and in any of these gaming states (RT0 to RT4), the sum of the lottery values of the identification numbers including the AT allowable winning combination is set to be the same (FIGS. 11 and 12). 39, 40). In other words, the probability that the game state will shift from the AT non-permissible state to the AT permissible state is set to be the same. With this configuration, since the lottery value for AT-acceptable winning is not included in the lottery value that changes whether or not to win the general role depending on the gaming state, the winning probability of the general role corresponding to the change in the gaming state Regardless of the level change, it is possible to give the player a uniform sense of expectation regarding the AT allowable winning.

  Next, a specific example of the AT game of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

  For example, it is assumed that the game number is normal RT (RT1) in an AT non-permitted state and an identification number including an AT permitted role is won, and the initial game number determining means 100d determines the initial number of games to 53 games. In this case, the AT allowed state is entered from the next game of the game, and the count relating to the limiter is started. When the RT2 transition replays 1 to 6 are won after the transition to the AT permissible state, the advantageous display order of transition to the first advantageous RT (RT2) is notified by the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27. (See “U Lip” in FIG. 25A). When the player operates the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R according to this notification, the gaming state shifts from the normal RT (RT1) to the first advantageous RT (RT2), and ART (assist replay time) starts.

  If the identification number including the AT right combination is won before the initial number of games is exhausted, the additional lottery means 100e performs lottery by adding the number of games, and the AT period is extended by the number of additional games. Here, the AT period continues fortunately by adding the number of games, and the RT3 transition replay 1 is performed in a state where the remaining number of games until the duration of the AT allowable state reaches the limiter (1500 games) is 200 games or less. Suppose you win one of the six. In this case, the notifying display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27 notify the advantageous pushing order of shifting to the second advantageous RT (RT3) (see “UU Lip” in FIG. 25B). When the player operates the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R according to this notification, the gaming state shifts from the first advantageous RT (RT2) to the second advantageous RT (RT3). When the remaining number of games until the limiter is greater than 200 games, if any of RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won, the first advantageous RT (RT2) is displayed by the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27. The pressing order for maintaining the above is notified (see “U-lip” in FIG. 25B).

  When the limiter is reached, the AT period ends, the AT allowable state ends, and the state shifts to the AT non-permitted state. After shifting to the AT non-permitted state by the limiter, the second advantageous RT (RT3) is normally in the initial gaming state. When the AT allowable state ends, a gaming state suggestion effect that suggests the gaming state at that time is performed on the liquid crystal display 27 as in the first embodiment. Also in this case, when the gaming state at the end of the AT permissible state is the second advantageous RT (RT3), the ratio that red is selected is higher than the other gaming states.

  In this embodiment, the second advantageous RT (RT3) is used for another gaming state even when the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are not operated in the correct push order when the push order bell is won as in the first embodiment. The game will not continue and will continue until 300 games continue or until a bonus combination is won (or won). The second advantageous RT (RT3) is easier to win a replay than the initial RT (RT0) or the normal RT (RT1), and after reaching the limiter, the state where the balance of medals is more advantageous than usual continues for a while. In addition, the identification number including the bonus combination includes an AT permitted combination (for example, identification number 26), and a decision opportunity for determining that the bonus combination is won by the lottery value determination determining unit 103b. Can be.

  Therefore, if you win and win an identification number (for example, identification number 26) that includes an AT-acceptable combination and bonus combination before the second advantageous RT (RT3) continues to be 300 games, you will be re- Return to the allowed state. At this time, since the count of the duration period of the AT permissible state is initialized, the count of the permissible period game number counter 653 starts from 1. The gaming state after the end of the bonus is the initial RT (RT0), but is guided to the transition to the normal RT (RT1) in the subsequent game. In this guidance, nothing may be notified when the pressing order bell is won, or a pressing order different from the correct pressing order may be notified.

  After the transition to the normal RT (RT1), if any one of the RT2 transition replays 1 to 6 is selected, an advantageous push to transition to the first advantageous RT (RT2) is performed by the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27. The order is notified (see “U Lip” in FIG. 25A). When the player operates the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R according to this notification, the gaming state shifts from the normal RT (RT1) to the first advantageous RT (RT2), and ART (assist replay time) starts. Immediately after the game state has shifted to the first advantageous RT (RT2), the remaining number of games until the limiter is more than 200 games, so in this state, one of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 was won. In this case, the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27 notify the pressing order other than the advantageous pressing order (see “U-lip” in FIG. 25B). When the player operates the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R according to this notification, the gaming state is maintained at the first advantageous RT (RT2). The same notification is performed until the remaining number of games until the limiter becomes 200 games or less even in the AT allowed state thereafter. In this embodiment, the case where the winning of the bonus combination is a determination opportunity for the lottery value determination determining means 103b to determine that the AT is allowed is described. However, the winning of the bonus combination, the lottery determination in the bonus, You may comprise so that at least any one of the completion | finish of the said bonus may become the determination opportunity of the lottery value determination determination means 103b.

  Therefore, according to this embodiment, even if the AT permissible state continues to win the continuous lottery at the end of the set, the AT allowable state ends (limiter) after continuing for a predetermined period (1500 games). Can be provided. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the gambling feeling of the player that the advantageous state can be continuously obtained for a long time and a large number of medals can be obtained. In addition, when the AT allowable state continues until the remaining number of games until the limiter becomes 200 games or less, if one of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won, the transition to the second advantageous RT (RT3) is performed. Since the advantageous push order is notified, the game state shifts to the second advantageous RT (RT3) when the stop switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in accordance with this notification. That is, when the limiter is approached, the gaming state is led to the second advantageous RT (RT3), so that the gaming state after reaching the limiter is more advantageous than usual, and there is a possibility of transition to a new AT-allowed state. You can wait for a bonus role to be won. In this way, even if the AT allowable state is terminated by the limiter, an advantageous state can be obtained before the transition to the new AT allowable state, so that it is possible to suppress a decrease in the interest of the player due to the provision of the limiter. it can. In addition, the second advantageous RT (RT3) is stopped when one of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won in the first advantageous RT (RT2) even if the AT allowable state is not close to the limiter. It is provided as a gaming state that shifts when the switches 21L, 21M, and 21R are operated in an advantageous pushing order. In this way, the second advantageous RT (RT3) is a gaming state that can occur even during normal times, so it is possible to prevent the significance of the limiter from diminishing by giving a special profit when reaching the limiter, and to this There is no need for special control.

  In addition, even if the second advantageous RT (RT3) is shifted to the limit game after the remaining number of games reaches 200 games or less, if one of the RT3 transition replays 1 to 6 is won, an advantageous push order Since the push order other than is notified, it is easy to shift from the second advantageous RT (RT3) to the first advantageous RT (RT2) until the remaining number of games until the limiter becomes 200 games or less. It is possible to prevent an excessive gain from shifting to the second advantageous RT (RT3) that is easy to shift.

  In addition, since the selection ratio of the type of gaming state suggestion effect performed on the liquid crystal display 27 varies depending on the type of gaming state when the AT allowable state ends, depending on the type of gaming state when the AT allowable state ends, The game state after the end can be predicted. In this case, when the AT allowable state is terminated by the limiter, the transition to the second advantageous RT (RT3) can be predicted by the type of game state suggestion effect. And if the transition to the second advantageous RT (RT3) can be predicted, the game after the limiter can be performed while thinking that it may shift to a new AT allowable state soon after that, so the limiter can perform AT. The discouragement that the allowable state has ended can be prevented.

(Modified example of small role composition)
In the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10, for example, even if the same “cherry” is included in the same identification number as the AT allowable role, there are both cases where it is not, but for example, As shown in FIG. 42, a case where an AT allowable combination is included and a case where it is not included may be distinguished. In this case, two types of cherry A and cherry B are provided, one of which is applied to an identification number including an AT allowable combination, and the other is applied to an identification number not including an AT allowable combination (see FIG. 42A). At this time, for example, in the case of cherry A, the symbol combination group to be won is composed of only “B cherry”, and in the case of cherry B, the symbol combination group to be selected is “B cherry” and “C watermelon”. Consists of. When the identification number including cherry A or cherry B is won, the possibility of winning “B cherry” is notified. In this way, in both cases where the identification number including cherry A is won and the identification number including cherry B is won, the player will be looking for “B cherry”. In both cases, the symbol stops with the symbol combination “B Cherry”. For this reason, the winning symbols when both identification numbers are won are the same, and the identification numbers won cannot be distinguished. In this way, if the type of cherry is known, it can be determined whether or not the identification number includes an AT-acceptable combination.

(Variation of lottery value allocation status for determining AT right winning)
Next, with reference to FIG. 43, a modified example of the lottery value assignment status for determining the AT right winning will be described.

  As shown in FIG. 43 (a), this modification is different from the above-described embodiment in that the AT permitted state is different in the ease of AT right winning (addition of the number of games). In the embodiment described above, including the second situation b and the third situation c, the lottery value range (30: 30) assigned to the winning combination group “AT allowance + AT right + normal replay” indicated by the identification number 3 (see FIG. 10). 11 to 14) is configured so that a winning combination group of identification numbers 3a, 3b, and 3c is formed in which the AT winning state is distributed according to the first to third situations a, b, and c. It is. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 43A, the lottery value range assigned to the entire identification numbers 3a, 3b, 3c is the same as the lottery value range assigned to the identification number 3 shown in FIG. 10 (30: FIG. 11). To the lottery value range assigned to the identification numbers 3a, 3b, and 3c, regardless of the type of the set value. The ranges are configured to be the same. Based on the lottery value generated by the lottery value generation unit 103a at the start of the game, the lottery value determination determination unit 103b determines which winning combination of the identification numbers 3a, 3b, and 3c is won. .

  Further, the first situation a (normal AT allowable state) is an AT allowable state excluding the second and third situations b and c, and 300 games or more have passed since the second situation b has shifted to the AT allowable state. This is the later AT allowable state. Further, the third situation c is an AT tolerance state in which 50 games are continued if the winning lottery at the time of the push order unrecognized bell win in the AT tolerance state is won with a 1/2 winning probability, and the third situation c is continued. When the AT allowable state ends, the third situation c also ends. In addition, when the lottery for the transition to the third situation c is won during the second situation b, the third situation c is given priority over the second situation, and the condition of the second situation b is satisfied at the end of the third situation c. If so, the second situation b is prioritized over the first situation a. Note that the triggers for changing the situations a, b, and c are not limited to the above-described example, and the role lottery result after AT permission, the history of role lottery, the number of games that have passed since AT permission, and AT permission Each situation a, b, and c can be changed as appropriate according to the number of medals acquired later.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 43 (b), the first situation determination table 674a in which data to be referred to in order to determine the additional number of games in the game in the first situation “a” is determined by the lottery means 100e is identified. Part of the AT addition lottery table 674 for the number 3a. Further, as shown in FIGS. 43B and 43C, a second situation determination table in which data to be referred to in order to add the number of games to be added in the game in the second situation b and to determine by the lottery means 100e is stored. 674b constitutes a part of the AT addition lottery table 674 for the identification numbers 3a and 3b. In addition, as shown in FIGS. 43B, 43C, and 3D, the third data that stores data to be referred to in order to determine the number of additional games to be added and determined by the lottery means 100e in the game in the third situation c. The situation determination table 674c constitutes a part of the AT addition lottery table 674 for the identification numbers 3a, 3b, 3c.

  At this time, if the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means 103 is the first situation a when the identification number 3a is won, the extra lottery means 100e displays the first situation determination table 674a shown in FIG. In the second situation b, the extra lottery means 100e uses the second situation determination table 674b shown in FIG. 43 (b) to perform the lottery lottery to determine the third situation. If it is c, the extra lottery means 100e performs an extra lottery by adding the number of games using the third situation determination table 674c shown in FIG.

  Further, when the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means 103 is won for the identification number 3b, if the first situation is a, the AT right is not won, and if it is the second situation b, the additional lottery means 100e is shown in FIG. The number-of-games extra lottery is performed using the second situation determination table 674b shown in (c), and if it is the third situation c, the extra lottery means 100e will determine the third situation determination table 674c shown in FIG. 43 (c). A lottery with the number of games added. Further, when the combination lottery result of the combination lottery means 103 is won for the identification number 3c, if the first and second situations a and b are not, the AT right is not won, and if it is the third situation c, the extra lottery means. 100e performs lottery by adding the number of games using the third situation determination table 674c shown in FIG.

  If comprised in this way, the data referred in order to determine whether the addition lottery means 100e will add the initial number of games can be made different according to each situation a, b, c included in the AT allowable state. It is possible to achieve an improvement in playability while maintaining fairness. In this way, the second situation b is easier to win the AT right than the first situation a, and the third situation c is easier to win the AT right than the second situation b and the first situation a. ing.

  Further, in this modification, the determination result storage unit 104 determines the determination result regarding the AT allowable winning and the AT right winning using a flag composed of 1 bit and storing ON and OFF, for example, as follows. The result can be stored in the result storage area 652. That is, each bit corresponds to i) AT allowed winning, ii) AT right winning in the first situation a, iii) AT right winning in the second situation b, iv) AT right winning in the third situation c The determination result storage unit 104 secures a 4-bit area to be determined, and the determination result storage unit 104 turns on each of the above bits according to the identification number (winning combination group) that is the combination lottery result of the combination lottery unit 103. By setting OFF, it is possible to collectively manage the determination results regarding AT allowable winning and AT right winning.

  At this time, when checking the result lottery result of the role lottery means 103, if the slot machine 1 is set to the AT non-permitted state, the determination result storage area 652 in which the determination result for the AT permitted role is stored is stored. The bits are referred to, but each bit of the determination result storage area 652 in which the determination result of the AT right combination is stored is not referred to. When the slot machine 1 is set to the AT permissible state, the AT right Of the bits in which the determination result for the role is stored, the bit corresponding to the status of the current AT permission state is referred to, but the bit corresponding to the other status regarding the AT right role and the determination result regarding the AT permission role Is stored so as not to refer to the bits in the determination result storage area 652. In this way, when storing lottery results in a plurality of situations, a configuration having a 1-byte storage capacity corresponding to each situation requires a large amount of storage capacity to store the lottery results in each situation. However, it is more preferable to store the lottery results for each situation with a flag composed of 1 bit because the storage capacity for storing the lottery results can be greatly reduced.

  The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications other than those described above can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention. For example, in each of the above-described embodiments, the second advantage RT (RT3) may be configured so that the number of games is not added by the added lottery means 100e. In this way, it is possible to prevent the player from obtaining excessive advantage by deviating from the designed game characteristics such as ignoring the notification and shifting to the second advantageous RT (RT3) during the AT period. it can.

  In the above embodiment, the notification lamp 60c is lit to notify that the slot machine 1 is in the AT allowable state. However, when the slot machine 1 enters an error state, the first and second The 7-segment LEDs 60a and 60b may be turned off, but if the AT is allowed, the notification lamp 60c may be turned on. Further, information indicating that the slot machine 1 is in the AT allowable state may be output from an external terminal to a hall computer or the like.

  By the way, with respect to a winning combination group (hereinafter referred to as “identification number X”) including “bonus combination” and not including “AT allowable winning” and “AT right winning”, there is a difference in winning probability according to the type of set value. When the range of the lottery value is set as described above, the “AT right winning” is included in the identification number X when the “AT right winning” may be performed during the bonus game. Although there is a difference in setting whether or not to shift to the bonus game state (whether or not the bonus role is won), the lottery value of “AT right winning” during the bonus game is set to be the same regardless of the set value. Even if it is set, the expected value of “AT right winning” during the bonus game may be different depending on the set value.

  In order to prevent this state, a first bonus state including “AT right winning” and a second bonus state not including “AT right winning” are provided, and the first bonus in which no setting difference is provided in the winning probability. When winning the identification number Y including the winning combination (the lottery value is the same regardless of the type of setting value), the system shifts to the first bonus state including “AT right winning” and there is a setting difference in the winning probability. When winning the identification number Z including the second bonus combination (the lottery value varies depending on the type of the set value), it may be configured to shift to the second bonus state not including “AT right winning”. With this configuration, since the expected value for winning the AT right does not change depending on the set value, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can have a more uniform expectation regardless of the set value.

  In the above-described embodiment, the limiter condition is satisfied when the duration of the AT allowable state is 1500 games, and the AT allowable state is ended (the AT allowable state is ended by the limiter). The conditions are not limited to the number of all games played in the AT-permitted state (the number of continued games during the AT-permitted period). For example, a limiter condition for ending the AT permission state based on the number of medals acquired in the AT permission state after starting the AT permission state may be set. Specifically, the limiter condition is satisfied when the acquired number of medals reaches a certain number during the AT allowable period after the AT allowable state is started, and the AT allowable state is terminated (the AT allowable period of the limiter is (End).

  In this case, the total number of medals is obtained by counting the number of medals obtained by winning each winning combination for all winning combinations that have paid out medals during the AT allowable period after starting the AT allowable state. When the number of sheets exceeds a certain number (for example, 3000 sheets), the AT permissible state may be terminated. On the other hand, for a plurality of specific combinations (for example, “push order bell”) that informs the player of the operation mode of the stop switch advantageous to the player, only the number of medals obtained by winning each specific combination is counted, If the acquired number of sheets exceeds a certain number, the AT allowable period may be terminated.

  Note that the total payout number obtained by counting the number of paid out medals may be used as the total acquired number of medals to determine whether or not the limiter condition is satisfied, and the medal insertion slot is determined from the number of paid out medals. Whether or not the limiter condition is satisfied may be determined based on the total number obtained by counting the number of net increase obtained by subtracting the number of inserted medals to 25.

  Moreover, although the case where the notification lottery result is notified by one notification display 60 has been described, as in the notification display 60, a notification display composed of two 7-segment LEDs is provided separately. The notification indicator is used to notify the advantageous pushing order of the push order bell, and the other notification indicator is used as a single small role ("Cherry", "Watermelon A", "Watermelon B"). May be used to indicate pushing order during winning and simultaneous wins. In this case, when notifying the same pushing order, the notification mode of both notification displays may be the same. Further, at this time, the notification indicator for the push order bell is decorated such as “cherry”, “watermelon A”, “watermelon B”. May be configured to be easier to recognize than a notification display for a winning group including “Cherry”, “Watermelon A”, and “Watermelon B”. The notification display may be made smaller than the notification display for the push order bell. In this case, the result of the lottery that is notified by the smaller notification display is not related to the push order bell (winning role group) in which the advantageous operation order is notified to the player during AT or the like. It is possible to make the player recognize that this is the case.

  Further, even when the pushing order bell (specific role) and the winning order group including any of “Cherry”, “Watermelon A”, and “Watermelon B” have the same advantageous pushing order, the notification display You may comprise so that the alerting | reporting aspect by 60 may differ. In this case, the first 7-segment LED 60a that informs the information that can specify the push order changes the notification manner of the second 7-segment LED 60b that indicates the type of notification manner according to the type of the winning combination group as the same notification manner. It is good to do so. Also, at this time, different notification modes (for example, the second seven segments) are selected for the push order bell, the winning group including “Cherry”, the winning group including “Watermelon A”, and the winning group including “Watermelon B”. The LED 60b) may be used, and the winning combination group including “Watermelon A” and the winning combination group including “Watermelon B” may be notified in the same manner.

  In addition, the first 7-segment LED 60a of the notification display device 60 changes to a notification mode that suggests the next stop mode when the stop operation is performed, but the second 7-segment LED 60b is changed before and after the stop operation. The same notification is continued to notify the notification type. In this case, the first 7-segment LED 60a can grasp an appropriate operation order at that time, and the second 7-segment LED 60b can determine an appropriate operation order in the game (game) with some stop operations. Can be grasped even after.

  For example, in the above-described embodiment, as the command of the lottery result that is transmitted from the main control board 63 to the sub-control board 73, the command that indicates the type of the role that constitutes the winning combination group that is internally won, and the notification type are indicated. The case where the commands are individually created has been described, but one command that clearly understands both of these types is created, and the winning combination group that is internally won is selected by the sub-control board 73 that has received the command. You may be comprised so that both the kind and the alerting | reporting type to comprise may be understood.

  Further, instead of the notification display 60, the credit display 45 may be controlled by the notification display control means 106. Further, the notification display 60 may also control the payout display 46 for specifying the number of payouts due to winning. Note that the payout display only needs to be used from the end of the third stop operation to the start of the game, and the notification may be performed from the start of the game to the third stop operation. It is preferable to control.

  In the above embodiment, the case where the notification display 60 is controlled by the main control board 63 (main control means) has been described.

  In each of the above embodiments, the slot machine 1 has been described as an example of the gaming machine of the present invention. However, the present invention is applied to a gaming machine called a parrot that is a combination of a slot machine and a pachinko machine. In addition, when the present invention is applied to such a gaming machine, a gaming ball (pachinko ball) as a gaming value may be employed. Further, the gaming machine of the present invention may be applied to a video game by executing a computer program. Further, the display means of the present invention may be configured by sequentially displaying a plurality of symbols on an image display device such as a liquid crystal display or a CRT. Further, the number of variable display columns may be two or more, and an optimal number of variable display columns may be appropriately configured according to the game mode.

  And a display unit having a plurality of variable display columns for variably displaying a plurality of types of symbols, and a stop operation unit for stopping the variable display of each of the variable display columns, and a pattern when all the variable display columns are stopped The present invention can be widely applied to gaming machines that give benefits to players according to combinations.

  DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Slot machine (game machine), 13L, 13M, 13R ... Reel (variable display row, display means), 14L, 14M, 14R ... Reel motor (display means), 21L, 21M, 21R ... Stop switch (stop operation means) , 27 ... Liquid crystal display (notification means, presentation means), 60 ... Notification display (notification means), 100 ... Game control means (special game control means), 100b ... Game state setting means, 100d ... Initial number of games Determination means (right continuation period determination means), 100e... Additional lottery means (right continuation period determination means, right period extension means), 103 .. Role lottery means, 103b... Lottery value determination determination means (allowable state determination means)

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A display unit having a plurality of variable display columns for variably displaying a plurality of types of symbols, and a stop operation unit for stopping variable display of each of the variable display columns, the symbol combination when all the variable display columns are stopped In a gaming machine that grants a privilege to the player accordingly,
Game state setting means for setting any one of a plurality of gaming states including a predetermined gaming state and a first advantageous gaming state and a second advantageous gaming state that are more advantageous to the player than the predetermined gaming state; ,
Any combination of a plurality of combinations including a specific combination having a different degree of advantage to be given to the player by the operation procedure of the stop operation unit and a transition combination related to the transition of the gaming state set by the gaming state setting unit A role lottery means for performing a role lottery to determine whether or not the winner has been won;
Special game control means for performing a special game in which an advantageous operation procedure corresponding to the specific role is identifiable when the role lottery result of the role lottery means is the result of the specific role winning the specific role When,
A notification means for notifying the operation procedure of the stop operation means including notification of the advantageous operation procedure;
In a game in a special game non-permitted state that does not allow the special game, an allowable state determination unit that determines whether or not to enter a special game allowable state that allows the special game;
Right continuation period determining means for determining a special game continuation period that is a period in which the right to perform the special game continues;
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The special game permissible state is determined when a predetermined end condition including the end of the special game continuation period determined by the right continuation period determining unit is satisfied, or when the predetermined end condition is not satisfied. It ends when it continues,
The special game control means performs the special game when the special lottery result of the special lottery means is the specific winning combination result in the special game permissible state and the special game duration period,
The second advantageous gaming state is set to be higher in the degree of expectation determined to be the special gaming permissible state by the permissible state determining means than the predetermined gaming state and the first advantageous gaming state,
The transitional role includes a transitional state between advantageous states related to transition between the first advantageous gaming state and the second advantageous gaming state,
The gaming state setting means includes
When the predetermined first advantageous gaming state transition condition is satisfied in the predetermined gaming state, the gaming state is changed to the first advantageous gaming state,
If the stop operating means is operated in a predetermined operation procedure corresponding to the transition between advantageous states when the transition between advantageous states is won in the first advantageous gaming state, the gaming state is changed to the second advantageous gaming. Change the setting to state,
The notification means includes
When the special game continuation period continues until the remaining period up to the predetermined period becomes equal to or less than the specific period in the special game permissible state, the predetermined operation procedure is specified when the winning combination between the advantageous states is won A gaming machine characterized by being notified as possible. A display unit having a plurality of variable display columns for variably displaying a plurality of types of symbols, and a stop operation unit for stopping variable display of each of the variable display columns, the symbol combination when all the variable display columns are stopped In a gaming machine that grants a privilege to the player accordingly,
Game state setting means for setting any one of a plurality of gaming states including a predetermined gaming state and a first advantageous gaming state and a second advantageous gaming state that are more advantageous to the player than the predetermined gaming state; ,
Among a plurality of combinations including a specific combination having a different degree of advantage to be given to the player by the operation procedure of the stop operation means, a transition combination related to the transition of the gaming state set by the gaming state setting unit, and a bonus combination A role lottery means for performing a role lottery to determine which role has been won,
Special game control means for performing a special game in which an advantageous operation procedure corresponding to the specific role is identifiable when the role lottery result of the role lottery means is the result of the specific role winning the specific role When,
A notification means for notifying the operation procedure of the stop operation means including notification of the advantageous operation procedure;
In a game in a special game non-permitted state that does not allow the special game, an allowable state determination unit that determines whether or not to enter a special game allowable state that allows the special game;
Right continuation period determining means for determining a special game continuation period that is a period in which the right to perform the special game continues;
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The special game permissible state is determined when a predetermined end condition including the end of the special game continuation period determined by the right continuation period determining unit is satisfied, or when the predetermined end condition is not satisfied. It ends when it continues,
The special game control means performs the special game when the special lottery result of the special lottery means is the specific winning combination result in the special game permissible state and the special game duration period,
The transition role is a fall associated with a transition from the first advantageous game state to a fall-destination game state that is a disadvantageous game state than the first advantageous game state and is one of the other game states. And a transition between advantageous states related to transition between the first advantageous gaming state and the second advantageous gaming state,
At least one of winning of the bonus combination, winning of the bonus, lottery drawing of the bonus, and termination of the bonus is a determination opportunity of the allowable state determination means,
The gaming state setting means includes
When the predetermined first advantageous gaming state transition condition is satisfied in the predetermined gaming state, the gaming state is changed to the first advantageous gaming state,
When the stop operation means is operated in a predetermined operation procedure when the winning combination between the advantageous states is won in the first advantageous gaming state, the gaming state is changed to the second advantageous gaming state,
In the first advantageous gaming state, when the winning combination is won, if the stop operation means is operated in a prescribed operation procedure, the gaming state is changed to the falling destination gaming state,
In the second advantageous gaming state, the setting is not changed depending on the lottery result other than the bonus combination, the first condition for winning the bonus combination or winning the bonus is satisfied, or the second advantageous When the second condition that the gaming state continues for a specified period is satisfied, the setting is changed to another gaming state,
The notification means includes
When the special game continuation period continues until the remaining period up to the predetermined period becomes equal to or less than the specific period in the special game permissible state, the predetermined operation procedure is specified when the winning combination between the advantageous states is won A gaming machine characterized by being notified as possible. The second advantageous gaming state has a higher probability of winning the transition between the advantageous states than other gaming states,
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the winning of the transition between advantageous states is a determination opportunity of the allowable state determination means. The transition state between the advantageous states is changed from the second advantageous gaming state to the first advantageous gaming state when the operation procedure of the stop operation means is a specific operation procedure different from the predetermined operation procedure corresponding to the transition state between advantageous states. Is configured to migrate to
The informing means informs the specific operation procedure in such a manner that the specific operation procedure can be specified when the winning combination is transferred in the second advantageous gaming state until the remaining period is equal to or less than the specific period. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 and 3. Production means for performing a game state suggestion effect that suggests the type of game state;
An effect selection means for selecting one of the game state suggestion effects performed by the effect means from a plurality of types of game state suggestion effects;
The said effect selection means, The selection ratio of the kind of said game state suggestion effect changes with types of game state when the said special game permission state is complete | finished, The any one of Claim 1, 3, 4 characterized by the above-mentioned. The gaming machine according to the item. The plurality of roles includes a replay role,
In each of the first advantageous gaming state and the second advantageous gaming state, the winning probability of the re-gamer is set higher than the predetermined gaming state, and the second advantageous gaming state is higher than the first advantageous gaming state. The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the winning probability of the re-gamer is set low. It is further equipped with directing means for directing as the game progresses,
When transitioning to the second advantageous gaming state before the remaining period becomes equal to or less than the specific period, and when transitioning to the second advantageous gaming state when the remaining period is equal to or less than the specific period The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the presentation performed by the presentation means is different. The right duration determination means comprises right duration extension means for extending the special game duration based on the determination result of the role lottery means,
The said right period extension means does not extend the special game continuation period in the said 2nd advantageous game state, irrespective of the determination result of the said role lottery means. The gaming machine according to claim 1.

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