JP2019005408A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine which has rich functions to improve game amusement and enhance motivation to a continued game.SOLUTION: In a story-based performance in which a performance progresses along a story, character strings are displayed which are made up of characters and words corresponding to the title 51 of the story-based performance and a speech 53 constituting the content of the story, expectation for an advantageous privilege is incited by a color of a character string, and the player's expectation for the privilege is raised as the story-based performance progresses with the character color of a character string chanced up, so that the game amusement can be improved and the motivation to a continued game can be enhanced.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 42

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  In a conventional pachislot machine or pachinko machine, various effects are performed during the game. The effect is provided with an effect that notifies the degree of expectation that a privilege advantageous to the player, such as acquisition of a bonus, is given by the effect mode.

  Specifically, like the gaming machine disclosed in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2017-47053, superiority or inferiority is provided in the character color displayed during the production, and the player is given a privilege depending on the displayed character color. You can feel the expectation of being done.

  In addition, there is a case where an effect of displaying one story over a plurality of games (hereinafter also referred to as a story effect) is performed as an effect of notifying the degree of expectation that a privilege is given by the displayed character color. It was. In the story direction, the story developed between multiple games, and the degree of expectation that the privilege would be granted by the color of the character corresponding to the title and lines of the story direction displayed during that time was announced .

  Thus, by notifying the degree of expectation that a privilege will be granted by the color of the character being produced, the player has maintained the expectation that the privilege will be granted.

JP 2017-47053 A JP 2001-334032 A

  However, in the conventional gaming machine, when the first title of the effect is displayed, the player can sense the degree of expectation based on the color of the displayed title. For this reason, the result can be predicted to some extent before the result of whether or not an advantageous privilege has been acquired from the continuation of the production, and the sense of expectation felt by the player may be impaired. In particular, if the displayed color is a color with low expectation, the player can hardly be expected, and if it does, it may result in disappointment. It was. For example, if the character color of the title of the storyline performance performed across multiple games is a character color that is not highly expected, the player will not have a high expectation during the continued storyline performance, In some cases, the desire to continue playing games was distracted.

  Therefore, in the prior art, there is a problem that the production that should provide the expectation that the privilege is given is not functioning sufficiently as a motivation for improving the taste and continuing the game.

  SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to sufficiently function as a motivation for improving the taste and continuing the game.

  In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine of the present invention is a gaming machine that can grant a privilege to a player, and executes a privilege determining means that determines whether or not to grant the privilege, and an effect. An effect control means for determining whether or not to perform and the contents of the effect, and an effect execution means for executing the determined effect, wherein the effect control means provides an expected effect that expects the provision of the privilege. , One of an expectation among a low expectation aspect representing a relatively low possibility that the privilege will be granted and a high expectation aspect representing a relatively high possibility that the privilege will be granted The expectation effect execution means further includes an expectation effect execution means that can be executed in the degree mode, and the expectation effect execution means changes the expectation effect from the low expectation degree aspect to the high expectation degree aspect as the expectation effect progresses. Also characterized by being able to change It is.

  In the gaming machine of the present invention, the degree of expectation that a privilege is given can be notified by the degree of expectation displayed during the production, and the degree of expectation can be promoted as the production progresses By doing so, it is possible to make the player feel a sense of expectation that a privilege will be granted, improve the taste, and improve the motivation to continue the game.

  According to the present invention, by changing the expectation aspect of the expected effect displayed in the effect, the preference can be improved and the motivation to continue the game can be improved.

It is a figure which shows an example of the front view of a gaming machine. It is a figure which shows an example of the block diagram of the whole gaming machine. It is a figure which shows an example of a symbol arrangement | positioning table. It is a figure which shows an example of a design code table. It is a figure which shows an example of a symbol combination table. It is a figure which shows the relationship of a winning area, the operation order of a stop button, winnings, etc. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for RT0. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for RT1. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for RT2. It is a figure which shows an example of the winning area determination table for RT3. It is a figure which shows an example of a game state transition diagram. It is a figure which shows an example of a state management table. It is a figure which shows an example of a state transition diagram. It is a figure which shows an example of an ART preparation state transfer game number determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of an ART preparation state distribution table. It is a figure which shows an example of a promotion lottery table. It is a figure which shows an example of the addition game number determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of a setting suggestion effect determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of the sign effect game number determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of a story production | presentation determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of a character color determination table. It is a figure which shows the program start process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the main loop process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the process at the time of the reel rotation start reception command set in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the process for normal states in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the process for ART preparation states in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the process for ART states in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the display determination process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the process at the time of the display determination command set in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the process at the time of the red 7, blue 7, and follow replay display in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the process at the time of the blank display in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the game state transfer process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the interruption process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the main process in a sub control board. It is a figure which shows the main board | substrate communication process in a sub control board. It is a figure which shows the command analysis process in a sub control board. It is a figure which shows the effect determination process at the time of the reel rotation start reception command reception in a sub control board | substrate. It is a figure which shows the ART state effect determination process in a sub control board. It is a figure which shows the story production | presentation storage process in a sub control board. It is a figure which shows story property production execution processing. It is a figure which illustrates story nature production. It is a figure which illustrates story nature production. It is a figure which illustrates setting suggestion production. It is a figure which shows the animation displayed on a liquid crystal display device.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings.

(Composition of gaming machine)
First, the configuration of the gaming machine 1 according to the present invention will be specifically described with reference to FIG. FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an example of a front view of a gaming machine.

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

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

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

(Side lamps 5a, 5b)
The side lamps 5a and 5b are provided at the left and right ends of the front door 3 when viewed from the front, and incorporate high-intensity light emitting diodes. Further, the side lamps 5a and 5b are designed and designed with shapes, colors, patterns, patterns, etc. appealing to the player's vision, and at a predetermined timing such as during an ART state described later, Control to turn on or blink is performed. The side lamps 5a and 5b may be collectively referred to as “side lamp 5”.

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

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

(MAX-BET button 8)
The MAX-BET button 8 is provided on the right side of the 1BET button 7 when viewed from the front, and among the stored medals, the maximum number of medals that can be used in one game (one game) is used for the game. Is provided. Here, in this embodiment, the maximum value of usable medals in one game is “3”. The 1 BET button 7 and the MAX-BET button 8 may be collectively referred to as “BET buttons 7, 8”.

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

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

(Left stop button 11, middle stop button 12, right stop button 13, stop button unit 14)
The left stop button 11, middle stop button 12, and right stop button 13 are provided on the right side of the start lever 10 as viewed from the front, and are unitized by a stop button unit 14. The left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13 are provided to detect a stop operation that triggers the player to stop the rotation of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c, which will be described later. It has been. The left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13 may be collectively referred to as “stop buttons 11, 12, 13”.

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

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

(Left reel 17a, middle reel 17b, right reel 17c)
The left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c are provided inside the cabinet 2, and each has a cylindrical structure. Further, a translucent sheet is mounted on the circumferential surface of the cylindrical structure of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c, and a plurality of types of symbols are drawn in a row on the sheet. Yes. The left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c are rotationally driven by exciting stepping motors 101, 102, and 103 which will be described later, and a plurality of types of symbols are variably displayed. In the present embodiment, the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c are unitized by a reel unit (not shown), and with respect to the gaming machine 1, the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, the right reel The reel 17c can be easily attached and detached. The left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c may be collectively referred to as “reel 17”.

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

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

(Panel 20)
The panel 20 includes a display window 21, production lamps 22a to 22j, a start lamp 23, BET lamps 24a to 24c, a stored number display unit 25, a game state display lamp 26, a payout number display unit 27, a throw-in display unit 28, It comprises a game display lamp 29 and stop operation order display lamps 30a to 30c.

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

(Direction lamps 22a-22j)
The effect lamps 22a to 22j are provided on the back side of the transmissive portions at the left and right ends of the panel 20, and emit light under a predetermined condition to notify the current state (for example, an ART state described later). Is provided. More specifically, the effect lamps 22 a to 22 e are provided on the left side of the display window 21 in front view, and the effect lamps 22 f to 22 j are provided on the right side of the display window 21 in front view. The effect lamps 22a to 22j may be collectively referred to as “effect lamp 22”.

(Start lamp 23)
The start lamp 23 is provided above the 1BET button 7 and is provided to notify whether or not the start operation of the start lever 10 can be accepted. Specifically, the main control board 300 (a) when “3” medals are inserted into the medal slot 6, (b) the number of stored medals is “3” or more, When the number of inserted sheets is “3” due to the operation of the BET buttons 7 and 8, (c) when a combination of symbols related to replay described later is displayed on the active line, the start lamp By illuminating 23, control is performed to notify that the start operation by the start lever 10 can be accepted.

(BET lamps 24a-24c)
The BET lamps 24a to 24c are provided on the right side of the start lamp 23 when viewed from the front, and are provided to notify the number of inserted medals used in the game. Specifically, when the number of medals used for the game is “1”, the BET lamp 24a is turned on, and when the number of medals used for the game is “2”, the BET lamp When 24b is lit and the number of medals used in the game is “3”, the BET lamp 24c is lit. The BET lamps 24a to 24c may be collectively referred to as “BET lamp 24”.

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

(Game state display lamps 26a and 26b)
The game state display lamps 26 a and 26 b are provided on the right side of the stored number display unit 25 in front view. Further, the gaming state display lamps 26a and 26b are notified of the current gaming state by performing light emission control by the main control board 300. The game state display lamps 26a and 26b may be collectively referred to as “game state display lamps 26”.

(Payout number display 27)
The payout number display device 27 is provided on the right side of the game state display lamp 26b in front view. The payout number display 27 is provided for displaying the payout number of medals to be paid out according to the combination of symbols arranged on the activated line activated by operating the BET buttons 7 and 8. . The payout number display 27 is provided for displaying that the gaming machine 1 is in an error state when the gaming machine 1 is in an error state.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the effective line is a symbol displayed on the upper stage of the left reel 17a among the three symbols of the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c displayed on the display window 21; Only the “downwardly right line” obtained by connecting the symbol displayed in the middle stage of the middle reel 17b and the symbol displayed in the lower stage of the right reel 17c with a straight line is an effective line. Note that the right-down line may be simply referred to as “down-right”.

  It should be noted that a line connecting the symbol displayed at the upper stage of the left reel 17a, the symbol displayed at the upper stage of the middle reel 17b, and the symbol displayed at the upper stage of the right reel 17c is “upper” or “upper line”. May be written. Further, a line connecting the symbol displayed in the middle stage of the left reel 17a, the symbol displayed in the middle stage of the middle reel 17b, and the symbol displayed in the middle stage of the right reel 17c with a straight line is “middle stage” or “middle stage line”. May be written. In addition, a line connecting the symbol displayed at the lower stage of the left reel 17a, the symbol displayed at the lower stage of the middle reel 17b, and the symbol displayed at the lower stage of the right reel 17c is a “lower” or “lower line” May be written. Also, a line that connects the symbol displayed at the lower stage of the left reel 17a, the symbol displayed at the middle stage of the middle reel 17b, and the symbol displayed at the upper stage of the right reel 17c with a straight line is “upward to the right” or “right” It may be described as “rising line”.

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

  In this embodiment, since the maximum number of medals that can be stored is “50”, the main control board 300 described later can be inserted when the number of stored medals is less than “50”. Control to turn on the display lamp 28 is performed, and control to turn off the insertable display lamp 28 is performed when the number of stored medals is “50”. In addition, when the combination of symbols related to replay to be described later is displayed on the active line, control is performed to turn off the displayable display lamp 28.

(Replay display lamp 29)
The replay display lamp 29 is provided below the thrown-in display lamp 28. The re-game display lamp 29 is lit when a combination of symbols related to re-game to be described later is displayed on the active line. As a result, a combination of symbols related to “re-game” is displayed on the active line for the player, and the player can perform the next game without using a medal. It is informing that it is.

(Stop operation order display lamps 30a to 30c)
The stop operation order display lamps 30 a to 30 c are provided below the display window 21. Specifically, the stop operation order display lamp 30a is provided below the left reel 17a, the stop operation order display lamp 30b is provided below the middle reel 17b, and the stop operation order display lamp 30c is , Provided below the right reel 17c. In addition, the stop operation order display lamps 30a to 30c are used to notify the player of the optimal stop operation order of the stop buttons 11, 12, and 13 based on the winning area determined by the main control board 300 described later. Is provided. Specifically, when it is the optimal timing to stop the left stop button 11, the stop operation sequence display lamp 30a is turned on or blinked, and the intermediate stop button 12 is stopped at the optimal timing. In some cases, the stop operation sequence display lamp 30b is lit or blinked, and when the right stop button 13 is operated to be stopped at an optimal timing, the stop operation sequence display lamp 30c is lit or blinked to optimize the operation. The stop operation order is notified. The stop operation order display lamps 30a to 30c may be collectively referred to as “stop operation order display lamp 30” in some cases.

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

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

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

  In this embodiment, when the medal insertion acceptance is prohibited, (a) when the left reel 17a, the middle reel 17b, and the right reel 17c are rotating, or (b) a combination of symbols related to replaying. The case where it is displayed on the active line.

(Lower speakers 34a, 34b)
The lower speakers 34a and 34b are provided on both the left and right sides of the medal payout opening 33, and are provided for outputting BGM, sound, sound effects, and the like when performing an effect. The lower speakers 34a and 34b may be collectively referred to as “lower speaker 34”.

(Upper speakers 35a, 35b)
The upper speakers 35a and 35b are provided on both the left and right sides of a liquid crystal display device 46, which will be described later, and are provided for outputting BGM, sound, sound effects, etc. when performing an effect, similar to the lower speaker 34. . The upper speakers 35a and 35b may be collectively referred to as “upper speaker 35”, and the lower speaker 34 and the upper speaker 35 may be collectively referred to as “speakers 34 and 35”.

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

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

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

  In this embodiment, the setting value is set in six stages from “setting 1” to “setting 6”, and the setting change is performed in a state where “1” is displayed on the setting display unit 36. When the button 37 is operated, “2” is displayed on the setting display section 36. Thereafter, every time the setting change button 37 is operated, the set value displayed on the setting display section 36 is added and displayed by “1”. The However, when the setting change button 37 is operated in a state where “6” is displayed on the setting display unit 36, “1” is displayed on the setting display unit 36.

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

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

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

(Power supply device 510)
The power supply device 510 is provided inside the cabinet 2 and on the left side of a hopper 520 (described later) in front view, and is provided to supply power to the gaming machine 1.

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Main ROM 302)
The main ROM 302 stores a control program executed by the main CPU 301, a data table such as a winning area determination table, data for transmitting a command to the sub control board 400, and the like. Specifically, the main ROM 302 includes a later-described symbol arrangement table (see FIG. 3), a later-described symbol code table (see FIG. 4), a later-described symbol combination table (see FIG. 5), and a later-described RT0 winning area determination table. (See FIG. 7), RT1 winning area determination table described later (see FIG. 8), RT2 winning area determination table described later (see FIG. 9), RT3 winning area determination table described later (see FIG. 10), and later described State management table (see FIG. 12), ART preparation state transition game number determination table (see FIG. 14) described later, ART preparation state distribution table (see FIG. 15) described later, promotion lottery table (see FIG. 16) described later, Additional game number determination table (see FIG. 17), setting suggestion effect determination table (see FIG. 18), and sign effect game number determination table (see FIG. 19) described later Stores.

(Main RAM 303)
The main RAM 303 is provided with a storage area for storing various data determined by execution of programs by the main CPU 301. Specifically, the main RAM 303 stores (a) an effect transmission data storage area for transmitting a command to a sub-control board 400, which will be described later, and (b) that replaying is in operation. The re-game in-operation flag storage area, (c) the game state storage area for storing the game state, and (e) the ART preparation state among the ART preparation state A, the ART preparation state B, and the ART preparation state C to be described later ART ready state storage area for storing whether the user is staying in the state, (j) ART game number counter for storing the number of games that can be played in the ART state described later, (k) ART in the normal state described later ART ready state transition game number counter for storing the number of games until the transition to the preparation state, (l) a setting value storage area for storing information relating to setting values described later, and (m) a state described later. State storage area for storing that information, is provided with (n) below aura effect game number counter for storing aura number presentation game, (o) storage area such as ART plus drawing game number storage area will be described later.

(Random number generator 304)
The random number generator 304 is provided to generate a random number for determining a winning area or the like. The random number generator 304 is provided to generate a random number for determining the number of games to be added in the ART state described later, the number of games added in the ART state described later, and the like. Here, in the present embodiment, the random number generator 304 generates a random value in the range of “0” to “65535”.

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

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

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

(External concentration terminal board 38)
The external concentration terminal board 38 is provided inside the gaming machine 1 and, for a hall computer (not shown), (a) a medal insertion signal that can specify the number of medals inserted into the medal insertion slot 6, and (b) a player. The medal payout signal that can specify the number of medals paid out to the player, (c) the game state transition signal that can specify the transition to the RT3 gaming state, and (d) the rotation start of the reel 17 can be specified. It is provided for outputting a predetermined signal such as a reel rotation start signal.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Right stop switch 13sw)
The right stop switch 13sw is a switch for detecting the operation of the right stop button 13 by the player. Further, when the operation of the right stop button 13 by the player is detected by the right stop switch 13sw, the relay board 200 transmits a predetermined signal to the I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300. Then, the main CPU 301 performs control to stop the rotating right reel 17c based on the reception of a predetermined signal from the relay board 200. The left stop switch 11sw, the middle stop switch 12sw, and the right stop switch 13sw may be collectively referred to as “stop switches 11sw, 12sw, 13sw”.

  In the present embodiment, the stop switches 11sw, 12sw, and 13sw are provided so that the ON / OFF of the operation of the stop buttons 11, 12, and 13 can be detected. Therefore, when the stop button 11, 12, 13 is operated by the player (ON edge), and after the player operates the stop button 11, 12, 13, the player's finger is moved to the stop button 11, 12, 13 (OFF edge) is provided so as to be detected.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Stepping motors 101, 102, 103)
Stepping motors 101, 102, and 103 are provided for rotationally driving the reel 17. Further, the stepping motors 101, 102, and 103 have a configuration capable of stopping the rotation shaft at a specified angle. Then, the driving force of the stepping motors 101, 102, 103 is transmitted to the reel 17 through a gear having a predetermined reduction ratio. As a result, the reel 17 rotates at a constant angle each time one pulse is output to the stepping motors 101, 102, and 103. The main CPU 301 manages the rotation angle of the reel 17 by counting the number of times pulses are output to the stepping motors 101, 102, 103 after detecting the reel index.

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

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

(Right reel sensor 113s)
The right reel sensor 113s is a sensor for detecting a reel index indicating that the right reel 17c has made one rotation by an optical sensor having a light emitting unit and a light receiving unit. The left reel sensor 111s, the middle reel sensor 112s, and the right reel sensor 113s may be collectively referred to as “reel sensors 111s, 112s, 113s”.

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

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

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

(I / F circuit 401)
An I / F (interface) circuit 401 is provided to receive a signal from the I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300.

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

(Random number generator 403)
The random number generator 403 is provided to generate a random number used when determining an effect or the like performed by the liquid crystal display device 46, the speakers 34, 35, and the like.

(Sub ROM 404)
The sub ROM 404 stores a program for executing an effect, an effect determination table described later (see FIG. 20), a story effect determination table described later (see FIG. 21), a character color determination table described later (see FIG. 22), and the like. It is provided for. The sub ROM 404 is mainly composed of a program storage area and a table storage area.

(Sub RAM 405)
The sub RAM 405 functions as a data work area when the sub CPU 402 performs arithmetic processing. Specifically, there are provided a storage area for storing various data such as a winning area transmitted from the main control board 300, and a storage area for storing the determined contents and effects data. Specifically, the sub RAM 405 includes (a) a state number storage area for storing the state number transmitted from the main RAM 303, (b) an effect content storage area for storing the determined effect content, and (c) the main RAM. Information transmitted from the RAM 303 via the I / F circuit 305, for storing which ART ready state among the ART ready state A, ART ready state B, and ART ready state C A production ART preparation state storage area, (d) information transmitted from the main RAM 303 via the I / F circuit 305, and a promotion flag storage area indicating whether or not the ART preparation state has been promoted, (e) described later ART game added game number counter for storing the number of added ART games, (f) Story effect directing for storing the number of later-described story-oriented effect execution games Game number counter, and the presentation start game number counter, etc. is provided for storing a game number up implementing the storyline effect will be described later (g).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(VRAM427)
The VRAM 427 is configured by an SRAM (Static Random Access Memory). Here, the SRAM is a readable / writable memory and is a kind of volatile memory for temporarily holding data. By configuring the VRAM 427 with SRAM, writing and reading of image data can be processed at high speed. The VRAM 427 is configured by a memory map including an arbitrary area, a display list area 1, a display list area 2, a frame buffer area 1, and a frame buffer area 2.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  The symbol code table stores symbol codes corresponding to symbols arranged on the left reel 17a, middle reel 17b, and right reel 17c, and data corresponding to the symbols. Here, in this embodiment, when the symbol code is “01”, “00000001” is stored as data corresponding to the symbol “red 7”. Similarly, data corresponding to each symbol is stored for symbol codes “02” to “10”.

  Further, the type of the symbol displayed on the display window 21 is specified based on the symbol counter value (“00” to “20”), the symbol arrangement table (see FIG. 3), and the symbol code table. Can do. For example, when the value of the symbol counter corresponding to the left reel 17a is “00”, it may be specified that the symbol “watermelon” at the symbol position “00” is displayed in the middle of the display window 21. it can. Similarly, when the value of the symbol counter corresponding to the left reel 17a is “00”, it is specified that the symbol “Replay 1” at the symbol position “01” is displayed in the upper part of the display window 21. It is possible to specify that the symbol “Bell 1” at the symbol position “20” is displayed in the lower part of the display window 21. When the symbol displayed on the display window 21 is specified, the main CPU 301 stores “00000101” as data in a predetermined storage area provided in the main RAM 303.

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

  The symbol combination table is stored in the main ROM 302 and prescribes symbol combinations determined in advance according to the type of privilege and the number of payouts. Here, when the combination of symbols displayed along the active line matches the combination of symbols defined in the symbol combination table, the main CPU 301 pays out medals, activates a replay, and plays bonus games. A privilege such as activation is given to the player. For example, when the symbol combination “Bell 1”, “Replay 1”, and “BAR1” is displayed on the active line, the main CPU 301 displays the symbol combination related to “middle stage replay 01”. It is determined that If the symbol combination displayed on the active line does not match the symbol combination defined in the symbol combination table, the game is “lost”.

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

  In this embodiment, the combination of symbols related to “Bell 01 to 32”, “Watermelon 01 to 08”, “Cherry 01 to 21”, and “Special role 01 to 02” is displayed on the active line. Based on the above, medals are paid out.

  Here, the symbol combinations related to “Bell 01-32”, “Watermelon 01-08”, “Cherry 01-21”, “Special Role 01-02” are collectively referred to as “Combination of symbols related to winning”. May be described.

  Further, “bells 01 to 32” may be collectively referred to simply as “bell”. Further, “watermelon 01 to 08” may be collectively referred to as “watermelon” in some cases. In addition, “cherry 01 to 21” may be collectively referred to as “cherry” in some cases. Further, “special roles 01 to 02” may be collectively referred to simply as “special roles”.

  In this embodiment, “middle replay 01 to 04”, “upper replay 01 to 18”, “lower replay 01 to 18”, “upward right replay 01 to 09”, “downward right replay 01 to 04”, “ When a combination of symbols related to “Preparation Replay 01-04”, “Follow Replay 01-04”, “Red 7 Replay 01-32”, and “Blue 7 Replay 01-06” is displayed on the active line, replay Is operated.

  Here, “middle replay 01-04”, “upper replay 01-18”, “lower replay 01-18”, “upward right replay 01-09”, “downward right replay 01-04”, “preparation replay 01- “04”, “Follow Replay 01-04”, “Red 7 Replay 01-32”, and “Blue 7 Replay 01-06” may be collectively referred to as “replay” or “replay”.

  Further, “middle stage replays 01 to 04” may be collectively referred to simply as “middle stage replays”. In addition, “upper replays 01 to 18” may be collectively referred to simply as “upper replay”. Further, “lower replays 01 to 18” may be collectively referred to simply as “lower replays”. Also, “upward replays 01 to 09” may be collectively referred to simply as “upward replays”. In addition, “right-down replays 01 to 04” may be collectively referred to as “right-down replay” in some cases. Further, “preparation replays 01 to 04” may be collectively referred to simply as “preparation replays”. Further, “follow replays 01 to 04” may be collectively referred to simply as “follow replays”. Further, “red 7 replays 01 to 32” may be collectively referred to simply as “red 7 replays”. Further, “blue 7 replay 01 to 06” may be collectively referred to simply as “blue 7 replay”. Further, “middle replay 01 to 04”, “upper replay 01 to 18”, “lower replay 01 to 18”, “upward right replay 01 to 09”, and “downward right replay 01 to 04” are collectively referred to as “normal”. "Replay" may be described.

  Further, “blanks 01 to 46” may be collectively referred to simply as “blanks”.

(Relationship between winning area, stop button operation sequence, winnings, etc.)
Next, based on FIG. 6, the relationship between the winning area, the operation order of the stop button, and winnings will be described.

  The RT0 winning area table, the RT1 winning area table, the RT2 winning area table, and the RT3 winning area table, which will be described later, stored in the main ROM 302, define winning areas of “00” to “24”. However, not all winning areas can be determined in all gaming states.

  For example, in the RT0 gaming state and the RT1 gaming state, the “losing” of the winning area “00” may be determined, while in the RT2 gaming state and the RT3 gaming state, the “losing” of the winning area “00” is determined. There is no possibility. Further, in the RT2 gaming state, there is a possibility of determining “ART entry replay 01” in the winning area “01”, while in the RT0 gaming state, the RT1 gaming state, and the RT3 gaming state, “ART entry” in the winning area “01”. There is no possibility of determining “Replay 01”.

  In this embodiment, even if the stop buttons 11, 12, and 13 are operated at the same symbol position, winning areas having different combinations of symbols arranged on the effective line are provided depending on the stop operation order by the player. Specifically, “ART rush replay 01 to 03”, “blue 7 uniform replay”, “preparation replay 01 to 04”, and “push order bell 01 to 08” are determined as winning areas by an internal lottery process described later. In this case, the combination of symbols arranged on the active line differs depending on the stop operation order of the stop buttons 11, 12, 13 by the player. For example, when “ART entry replay 03” of the winning area “03” is determined as the winning area by the internal lottery process described later, even if the stop buttons 11, 12, 13 are operated at the same symbol position, Different combinations of symbols are displayed on the active line when the left stop button 11 is operated and when the right stop button 13 is operated.

  On the other hand, when the stop buttons 11, 12, and 13 are operated at the same symbol position, there is a winning area where the combination of symbols aligned on the active line is different regardless of the stop operation sequence by the player. Is provided. Specifically, through the internal lottery process described later, “Lose”, “Normal replay”, “Common bell”, “Weak watermelon”, “Strong watermelon”, “Weak cherry”, “Strong cherry”, “Special role 01 ”And“ special role 02 ”are determined as winning areas, no matter what order the stop buttons 11, 12 and 13 are operated by the player, the combination of symbols on the active line is the same. It is. However, if the left stop button 11, the middle stop button 12, and the right stop button 13 are not operated at an appropriate timing, the combination of symbols related to winning may not be displayed on the active line.

(Winning area determination table)
Next, the winning area determination table will be described with reference to FIGS.

  In the present embodiment, FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a winning area determination table for RT0, FIG. 8 is a diagram showing a winning area determination table for RT1, and FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a winning area determination table for RT2. FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a winning area determination table for RT3.

  The winning area determination table is stored in the main ROM 302 and is provided for each gaming state. In this embodiment, an RT0 winning area determination table, an RT1 winning area determination table, an RT2 winning area determination table, and an RT3 winning area determination table are provided.

  In the winning area determination table, lottery values are defined for each set value. Here, in this embodiment, in the RT0 winning area determination table, the RT1 winning area determination table, the RT2 winning area determination table, and the RT3 winning area determination table, a lottery of “setting 1” to “setting 6” is selected. Each value is specified.

(RT0 winning area determination table)
As shown in FIG. 7, the winning area determination table for RT0 includes the winning areas “losing”, “normal replay”, “push order bell 01 to 08”, “common bell”, “weak watermelon”, “strong watermelon”, “ Lottery values are defined for “weak cherry”, “strong cherry”, “special role 01”, and “special role 02”. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and in the RT0 gaming state, “ART rush replay 01 to 03”, “Blue 7 uniform replay”, and “Preparation replay 01 to 04” are determined as winning areas. There is nothing to do.

(RT1 winning area determination table)
As shown in FIG. 8, the winning area determination table for RT1 is a winning area “losing”, “blue 7 uniform replay”, “preparation replay 01-04”, “push order bell 01-08”, “common bell”, “ Lottery values are defined for “weak watermelon”, “strong watermelon”, “weak cherry”, “strong cherry”, “special role 01”, and “special role 02”. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and in the RT1 gaming state, “ART rush replay 01 to 03” and “normal replay” are not determined as the winning area.

(RT2 winning area determination table)
As shown in FIG. 9, the winning area determination table for RT2 includes the winning areas “ART entry replay 01 to 03”, “push order bell 01 to 08”, “common bell”, “weak watermelon”, “strong watermelon”, “ Lottery values are defined for “weak cherry”, “strong cherry”, “special role 01”, and “special role 02”. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and in the RT2 gaming state, “losing”, “blue 7 uniform replay”, “preparation replay 01 to 04”, and “normal replay” are determined as the winning areas. There is nothing to do.

(RT3 winning area determination table)
As shown in FIG. 10, the winning area determination table for RT3 is the winning area “normal replay”, “push order bell 01-08”, “common bell”, “weak watermelon”, “strong watermelon”, “weak cherry”, Lottery values are defined for “strong cherry”, “special combination 01”, and “special combination 02”. That is, the lottery value other than these is “0”, and in the RT3 gaming state, “losing”, “ART rush replay 01-03”, “blue 7 uniform replay”, and “preparation replay 01-04” are won. It is never determined as an area.

  The RT0 winning area determination table, the RT1 winning area determination table, the RT2 winning area determination table, and the RT3 winning area determination table may be collectively referred to as “winning area determination table”.

  In the present embodiment, the RT2 gaming state and the RT3 gaming state have a lower probability that “losing” is determined as the winning area compared to the RT0 gaming state and the RT1 gaming state. This is an advantageous gaming state.

(Game state transition diagram)
Next, based on FIG. 11, a game state transition diagram will be described.

  The gaming state transition diagram defines (a) the current gaming state, (b) the gaming state transition condition, and (c) the transition destination gaming state when the gaming state transition condition is satisfied. Here, in the present embodiment, when the current gaming state is the RT0 gaming state, the main CPU 301 displays any symbol combination among the symbol combinations related to “blank” on the active line. Based on this, control is performed to shift the gaming state from the RT0 gaming state to the RT1 gaming state. When the gaming machine is reset, the gaming state becomes the RT0 gaming state.

  On the other hand, when the current gaming state is the RT1 gaming state, the main CPU 301, based on the fact that one of the symbol combinations related to “preparation replay” is displayed on the active line, Control is performed to shift the gaming state from the RT1 gaming state to the RT2 gaming state.

  Further, when the current gaming state is the RT1 gaming state, the main CPU 301 displays one of the symbol combinations among the symbol combinations related to “Blue 7 Replay” or “Follow Replay” on the active line. Based on this, control is performed to shift the gaming state from the RT1 gaming state to the RT3 gaming state.

  On the other hand, in the RT2 gaming state, the main CPU 301 changes the gaming state from the RT2 gaming state to the RT1 gaming based on the fact that one of the symbol combinations related to “blank” is displayed on the active line. Control to shift to the state.

  In addition, when the current gaming state is the RT2 gaming state, the main CPU 301 determines which one of the symbol combinations of “red 7 replay”, “blue 7 replay”, or “follow replay” Based on what is displayed on the activated line, control is performed to shift the gaming state from the RT2 gaming state to the RT3 gaming state.

  On the other hand, in the RT3 gaming state, the main CPU 301 changes the gaming state from the RT3 gaming state to the RT1 gaming based on the fact that one of the symbol combinations related to “blank” is displayed on the active line. Control to shift to the state.

  In the following, the RT0 gaming state may be described as “non-RT gaming state” or “general gaming state”, and the RT1 gaming state to RT3 gaming state may be collectively referred to as “RT gaming state”. .

(Status management table)
Next, the state management table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The state management table is provided in the main ROM 302 and is provided for the main CPU 301 to recognize the current state. Specifically, the state management table defines the state name and the number corresponding to each state name. In the state management table in the present embodiment, the “normal state” with the state number “01”, the state A “ART ready state” having a number “02” and an “ART state” having a state number “03” are defined. In this embodiment, the state management table is provided. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the state management table may not be provided. When the state management table is not provided, the main CPU 301 performs control to update the state number based on a program stored in the main ROM when a predetermined condition is satisfied.

(State transition diagram)
Next, the state transition diagram will be described with reference to FIG.

  The state transition diagram includes (a) a state managed by the main control board 300, (b) a condition for shifting the state managed by the main control board 300, and (c) managed by the main control board 300. When the condition for the state transition is satisfied, the state of the transition destination of the state managed by the main control board 300 is defined. Specifically, first, the state becomes the normal state when the gaming machine is reset. In the normal state, the state managed by the main control board 300 changes from the normal state to the ART ready state based on the value of the ART ready state transition game number counter provided in the main RAM 303 becoming “0”. To be migrated. Also, in the normal state, the information related to the winning area included in the reel rotation start acceptance command is “04”, and the information included in the display determination command is the symbol related to the blue 7 replay or follow replay. When the combination is information indicating that the combination is displayed on the active line, the state managed by the main control board 300 is shifted from the normal state to the ART state.

  Similarly, in the ART ready state, when the information included in the display determination command is information indicating that a combination of symbols related to red 7 replay, blue 7 replay, or follow replay is displayed on the active line, The state managed by the main control board 300 is shifted from the ART preparation state to the ART state. Further, in the ART state, the value of the ART game number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “0”, and the information included in the display determination command is displayed on the active line as a combination of symbols related to the blank. In the case of the information indicating the fact, the state managed by the main control board 300 is shifted from the ART state to the normal state.

  Note that the CPU 301 stores the state number relating to the shifted state in the effect transmission data storage area and the state storage area of the main RAM 303. The state number stored in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 is transmitted to the sub-control board 400 in the control command transmission process in FIG.

  In addition, the state transition diagram includes a state managed by a state number stored in the state storage area of the main RAM 303 in the main control board 300 (hereinafter also simply referred to as a state managed by the state number), and the main control board 300. Are defined in relation to the gaming state managed by the gaming state storage area of the main RAM 303 (hereinafter also simply referred to as the gaming state managed by the gaming state storage area). Specifically, when the state managed by the state number is the normal state, the gaming state managed by the gaming state storage area is in principle the RT0 gaming state or the RT1 gaming state. Similarly, when the state managed by the state number is the ART ready state, the gaming state managed by the gaming state storage area is in principle the RT2 gaming state, and when the state managed by the state number is the ART state, In principle, the gaming state managed by the gaming state storage area is the RT3 gaming state.

  As an exception, even if the state managed by the state number is the normal state, the gaming state managed by the gaming state storage area may not be the RT0 gaming state or the RT1 gaming state. For example, when the state managed by the state number is the normal state and the gaming state managed by the gaming state storage area is the RT1 gaming state, the winning area “05” is determined by the internal lottery process described later. When the player operates the middle stop button 12, the left stop button 11, and the right stop button 13 in this order, the combination of symbols related to the preparation replay is displayed on the active line, and the gaming state managed by the gaming state storage area is The RT2 gaming state is entered, but the state managed by the state number remains in the normal state.

  Further, as an exception when the state managed by the state number is the ART ready state, for example, when the state managed by the state number is the ART ready state, the gaming state managed by the gaming state storage area is RT2. In the gaming state, when the winning area “10” is determined by the internal lottery process described later, the left stop button 11 is first operated by the player, and the combination of symbols related to the blank is displayed on the active line, The gaming state managed by the gaming state storage area is the RT1 gaming state, but the state managed by the state number remains the ART ready state. In addition, although the ART ready state transition game number counter is “0”, the game state is exceptionally RT1 even when the symbol combination related to the preparation replay (winning area 05 to 08) is not yet displayed. The state becomes the ART ready state.

  Further, as an exception when the state managed by the state number is the ART state, for example, the state managed by the state number is the ART state, and the value of the ART game number counter is not “0”, and the game state is stored. When the gaming state managed by the region is the RT3 gaming state, the winning area “10” is determined by the internal lottery process described later, the left stop button 11 is first operated by the player, and the combination of symbols related to the blank is determined. When displayed on the active line, the gaming state managed by the gaming state storage area is the RT1 gaming state, but the state managed by the state number remains the ART state.

(ART ready state transition game number determination table)
Next, the ART preparation state transition game number determination table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The ART preparation state transition game number determination table is provided in the main ROM 302, and is provided for determining the number of games until the state shifts to the ART preparation state. Specifically, the ART ready state transition game number determination table defines the range of the number of games until the transition to the ART ready state and the lottery value.

  Here, the lottery value in the ART ready state transition game number determination table is provided for each set value, and the lottery value defined for each range of the number of games differs for each set value. In particular, in the present embodiment, the lottery value in the ART ready state transition game number determination table is defined such that the higher the set value, the higher the probability that the main CPU 301 determines the range of the faster game number. As a result, the main CPU 301 increases the ratio of determining the short number of games as the number of games for shifting to the ART preparation state.

(ART preparation status distribution table)
Next, the ART preparation state distribution table will be described with reference to FIG.

The ART preparation state distribution table is provided in the main ROM 302. Further, the ART preparation state distribution table defines the state to be shifted to among the ART preparation states A to C and the lottery values corresponding to each ART preparation state.
In the present embodiment, the lottery values defined in the ART ready state distribution table are provided for each set value, and the higher the set value, the higher the probability of shifting to the ART ready state C. Has been.

(ART preparation state A)
The ART preparation state A is a state having the least advantageous degree among the ART preparation state A, the ART preparation state B, and the ART preparation state C. Further, in the ART preparation state A, when the received reel rotation start acceptance command has information on winning areas “01” to “03” (“ART entry replay 01” to “ART entry replay 03”), Control for informing the stop operation sequence of the stop buttons 11, 12, 13 and the like so that the "BAR1" symbol is aligned with any of the upper line, the middle line, the lower line, the right-up line, or the right-down line.

(ART preparation state B)
The ART preparation state B is a state in which the degree of advantage is higher than the ART preparation state A and the degree of advantage is lower than that in the ART preparation state C. Further, in the ART preparation state B, when the received reel rotation start acceptance command has information on winning areas “01” to “03” (“ART entry replay 01” to “ART entry replay 03”), In addition, control is performed to notify the stop operation order of the stop buttons 11, 12, and 13 so that the “red 7” symbol is aligned with any of the upper line, the middle line, the lower line, the right-up line, or the right-down line.

(ART preparation state C)
The ART preparation state C is a state having the highest advantageous degree among the ART preparation state A, the ART preparation state B, and the ART preparation state C. Further, in the ART preparation state C, when the received reel rotation start acceptance command has information on winning areas “01” to “03” (“ART entry replay 01” to “ART entry replay 03”), Control for informing the stop operation sequence of the stop buttons 11, 12, 13 and the like so that the "blue 7" symbol is aligned with any of the upper line, the middle line, the lower line, the right-up line, or the right-down line.

(Promotional lottery table)
Next, the promotion lottery table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The promotion lottery table is provided in the main ROM 302 and, as a result of the lottery based on the ART ready state distribution table (see FIG. 15), after determining to shift to the ART ready state A or ART ready state B, It is provided for performing a lottery to shift to the ART preparation state B or ART preparation state C before shifting to the ART state.

  Specifically, the promotion lottery table is (a) an ART lottery table for an ART preparation state A used when performing an promotion lottery in the ART preparation state A, and (b) an promotion lottery in the ART preparation state B. An ART preparation state B promotion lottery table used at the time is provided, and in each promotion lottery table, a lottery value for each winning area and a transfer destination ART preparation state are defined. For example, in the ART preparation state A, when “strong cherry” is determined by an internal lottery process described later, the main CPU 301 performs a lottery to shift to the ART preparation state B at “32768/65536”.

(Additional game number determination table)
Next, the added game number determination table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The added game number determination table is provided in the main ROM 302. Further, the added game number determination table shows the number of games that can be played in the ART state based on information related to a winning area included in a reel rotation start acceptance command described later stored in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303. It is provided to determine the number of games to be added.

  For example, when the information related to the winning area included in the reel rotation start acceptance command described later stored in the effect transmission data storage area is information related to the “common bell”, the main CPU 301 determines “4587/65536”. “10” game is determined as the number of additional games, and “20” game is determined as the number of additional games with the probability of “2244/65536”, and the number of additional games is determined as the probability of “678/65536”. “30” games are determined, “50” games are determined as the number of additional games with a probability of “154/65536”, and “100” games are determined as the number of additional games with a probability of “9/65536” I do. On the other hand, when the information related to the winning area included in the reel rotation start acceptance command described later stored in the effect transmission data storage area is information related to the “common bell”, the probability of “57864/65536” The game “0” is determined as the number of additional games. In this case, the number of games that can be played in the ART state is not added.

(Setting suggestion production decision table)
Next, the setting suggestion effect determination table will be described based on FIG.

  The setting suggestion effect determination table is provided in the main ROM 302 and is provided for determining an effect suggesting the state of the set value. Specifically, the production content corresponding to the set value is defined. In addition, as for the contents of the production, a plurality of options may be prepared for each set value, or an option of not performing an effect can be prepared. When a plurality of options are prepared, the probability that each content is selected is defined.

(Precursor effect game number determination table)
Next, the precursor effect game number determination table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The sign effect game number table is provided in the main ROM 302 and is provided for determining the number of games in which the sign effect is continuously performed. Specifically, the number of games in which the sign effect is continuously performed when the sign effect described later is executed. Further, as shown in FIG. 19, a plurality of options may be prepared for the number of games, and in that case, the probability that each number of games is selected is defined.

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

  The effect determination table is provided in the sub ROM 404 and is provided for determining the effects to be performed in each state. Specifically, “Production No.” and the content of the production corresponding to “Production No.” are defined. In the effect determination table, conditions for executing effects such as a state managed by the main CPU 301 are defined.

  Here, in this embodiment, the effect determination table includes (a) a normal state effect determination table used when the state managed by the main CPU 301 is a normal state, and (b) a state managed by the main CPU 301. There are provided an ART preparation state effect determination table used in the case of the ART preparation state, and (c) an ART state effect determination table used when the state managed by the main CPU 301 is in the ART state.

(Story property presentation decision table)
Next, the story effect presentation determination table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The story performance presentation determination table is provided in the sub ROM 404 and is provided for determining whether or not to implement the story performance presentation. Specifically, the probability that the story effect presentation is determined by lottery and the probability that the story effect presentation is not determined by lottery are prescribed. In the example of FIG. 21, the story effect presentation is executed by lottery. Then, the probability of being determined is 20%, and the probability of being determined not to perform the story performance by lottery is 80%. In addition, a plurality of story-like effects can be prepared, and the probability of determining that each story-like effect is implemented and the probability of determining that any story-like effect is not implemented can also be defined. In addition, the story direction effect is an effect in which an image having a story property progresses over one game or a plurality of games, and here, the expectation that a privilege is given when the story progresses, It is an effect that can be expressed in the form of effect.

(Character color determination table)
Next, the character color determination table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The character color determination table is provided in the sub ROM 404 and is provided for determining the displayed initial character color and the changed character color of the characters corresponding to the titles and lines displayed in the story effect. It has been. Specifically, the character color, the probability that each character color is determined by lottery when it is determined to acquire an additional ART game number as a privilege, and the additional ART game number as a privilege The probability that the color of each character when it is not determined to be acquired is determined by lottery is defined. In the example shown in FIG. 22, white, blue, red, and zebra are defined as the character colors, and the expected value to which a privilege is given increases in the order of white, blue, red, and zebra. ing. Further, the character color is arbitrary, and not limited to four colors, a plurality of colors may be defined.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the character color determination table includes: (a) an initial title color determination table used when determining a character color to be displayed in the initial stage when the title is displayed in the story effect, and (b) A post-change title color determination table used when determining whether or not the character color of the title is changed in the story direction effect, and (c) displayed in the initial stage when characters corresponding to the lines are displayed in the story character effect. An initial serif color determination table used when determining a character color to be changed, and (d) a post-change serif color used when determining whether or not the character color of the character corresponding to the serif is changed in the story effect And a decision table.

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

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

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

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

(Step S4)
In step S4, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a setting change command. Specifically, a process for setting information relating to the setting value determined in step S3 in a setting value storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is performed. Then, when the process of step S4 ends, the process proceeds to the main loop process of FIG.

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

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

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

(Step S102)
In step S102, the main CPU 301 performs a game start management process. Specifically, a process for clearing the payout number and a process for setting the current gaming state are performed. Then, when the process of step S102 ends, the process proceeds to step S103.

(Step S103)
In step S103, the main CPU 301 performs an overflow display process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 pays out via the relay board 200 based on the fact that the auxiliary storage unit full tank sensor 530s detects that a predetermined number of medals are stored in the auxiliary storage unit 530. A process of displaying a predetermined error by the number display 27 is performed. Then, when the process of step S103 ends, the process proceeds to step S104.

(Step S104)
In step S104, the main CPU 301 performs medal acceptance start processing. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of permitting the reception of medals when the re-game is not operating. Then, when the process of step S104 ends, the process proceeds to step S105.

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

(Step S106)
In step S106, the main CPU 301 performs a start lever check process. In this process, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the start switch 10sw is ON. If it is determined that the start switch is ON, the re-game operating flag storage area provided in the main RAM 303 Processing to turn off the value of is performed. Then, when the process of step S106 ends, the process proceeds to step S107.

(Step S107)
In step S107, the main CPU 301 performs a setting suggestion effect determination process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining the effect content according to the set value stored in the set value storage area of the main RAM 303. Specifically, the main CPU 301 uses the setting suggestion effect determination table (see FIG. 18) and the determined setting value to perform the setting suggestion effect or what setting suggestion effect to perform. The contents are decided by lottery. Further, the main CPU 301 stores a command corresponding to the determined setting suggestion effect content in the effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S107 ends, the process proceeds to step S108.

  Here, the setting suggestion effect is an effect performed according to the set value, and the player can predict what the current set value is with a certain probability by the setting suggestion effect. The set value can be arbitrarily set by the manufacturer of the gaming machine up to 6 levels as the specification of the gaming machine. From the setting “1” to “6”, the player can expect to acquire as the value increases. Designed to increase the number of game medals. For this reason, the information on the set value can be important information related to the winning out. In other words, the larger the set value, the more advantageous for the player. Therefore, the player can have a high expectation by predicting that the set value may be large.

  In the conventional specification in which the sub control board determines the setting suggestion effect, it is necessary to transmit setting value information from the main control board to the sub control board for the determination. Once the main control board has transmitted the set value information to the sub control board, the main control board did not monitor how the information is used on the sub control board side. Therefore, the game can continue to progress regardless of the use of the set value information that can be important information related to the earned game for the slave side control (sub control board). In such a conventional configuration, even if the setting value information that can be important information related to the earned ball leaves the management of the main control board and is illegally used under the sub control board, There was no way to suppress it.

  In order to solve such a problem, information on setting values that can be important information related to winning and winning is to be managed only in the main control board where control related to winning and other winnings is left to the discretion. preferable. In the case of such a configuration, when a setting suggestion effect as usual is to be executed, it is necessary to make the determination on the main control board side. In the present embodiment, the setting suggestion effect is determined on the main control board for such a reason, and the sub-control board is not provided with the setting value information that can be important information related to the earned game. It is possible to suppress unauthorized use of information related to the set value under the control board.

(Step S108)
In step S108, the main CPU 301 performs an internal lottery process. In the process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining a winning area by lottery. Specifically, the main CPU 301 acquires a gaming state based on the value of the gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303, and draws a lot using the acquired gaming state and the random number generated by the random number generator 304. To determine the winning area. Then, when the process of step S108 ends, the process proceeds to step S109.

(Step S109)
In step S109, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a reel rotation start acceptance command. Specifically, a process of setting a reel rotation start acceptance command having information related to the winning area determined in step S108 in an effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 is performed. The reel rotation start acceptance command having information related to the winning area set in the effect transmission data storage area is sent to the sub-control board 400 as needed, and is used by the sub-control board 400 to determine the effect. Then, when the process of step S109 ends, the process proceeds to step S110.

(Step S110)
In step S110, the main CPU 301 performs a reel rotation start acceptance command setting process which will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. In the process, the main CPU 301 performs a process according to the gaming state based on information included in the set reel rotation start acceptance command. Further, a process of adding the information determined in each process to the transmission data storage area for presentation provided in the main RAM 303 is performed. Then, when the process of step S110 ends, the process proceeds to step S111.

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

(Step S112)
In step S112, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing the minimum one game time. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of storing a reel rotation start command including information indicating that the rotation of the reel 17 is started in the effect RAM data storage area of the main RAM 303. The reel rotation start command including the minimum one game time is transmitted to the sub-control board 400 by the CPU 301 together with various commands stored in the effect transmission data storage area. Then, when the process of step S112 ends, the process proceeds to step S113.

(Step S113)
In step S113, the main CPU 301 performs a reel rotation start process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting data for rotating the reel 17 at a constant speed by driving the stepping motors 101, 102, and 103 via the reel control board 100. Then, when the process of step S113 ends, the process proceeds to step S114.

(Step S114)
In step S114, the main CPU 301 performs processing during reel rotation. In the processing, the main CPU 301 performs control to stop the rotation of the corresponding reel 17 based on the fact that the stop switches 11sw, 12sw, and 13sw detect a stop operation on the stop buttons 11, 12, and 13 by the player. . Then, when the process of step S114 ends, the process proceeds to step S115.

(Step S115)
In step S115, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a reel stop command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 detects information regarding the type of the reel 17 that has stopped, and the stop switches 11sw, 12sw, and 13sw detected a stop operation on the stop buttons 11, 12, and 13 by the player with respect to the sub-control board 400. In order to transmit the reel stop command having the information related to the symbol position at the time of the operation and the information related to the symbol code corresponding to the symbol position, a process of setting the reel stop command in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 is performed. Do. Then, when the process of step S115 ends, the process proceeds to step S116.

(Step S116)
In step S116, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not all reels have been stopped. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not all of the reels 17 rotated by the reel rotation start process in step S110 have been stopped by operating the stop buttons 11, 12, and 13. If it is determined that all reels have been stopped (step S116 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117, and if it is determined that any reel has not been stopped (step S116 =). NO), the process proceeds to step S114.

(Step S117)
In step S117, the main CPU 301 performs display determination processing which will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of calculating the number of payouts according to the winning symbol combination. Then, when the process of step S117 ends, the process proceeds to step S118.

(Step S118)
In step S118, the main CPU 301 performs a payout process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of paying out medals by driving the hopper 520 via the power supply substrate 500. Then, when the process of step S118 ends, the process proceeds to step S119.

(Step S119)
In step S119, the main CPU 301 performs a game state transition process which will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. In the process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of shifting the gaming state based on the combination of symbols displayed on the active line. When the process of step S119 ends, the process proceeds to step S101, and the main loop process is repeatedly executed.

(Reel rotation start acceptance command processing)
Next, the reel rotation start acceptance command setting process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 25 is a diagram showing a subroutine of processing at the time of reel rotation start acceptance command setting.

(Step S110-1)
In step S110-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the state number is “01”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the state number is “01” based on the value stored in the state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. When it is determined that the state number is “01” (step S110-1 = YES), the process proceeds to step S110-2, and when it is determined that the state number is not “01”. (Step S110-1 = NO), the process proceeds to Step S110-3.

(Step S110-2)
In step S110-2, the main CPU 301 performs normal state processing. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the ART ready state transition game number counter. When the process of step S110-2 is completed, the subroutine for the reel rotation start acceptance command setting process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S111 in the main loop process.

(Step S110-3)
In step S110-3, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the state number is “02”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the state number is “02” based on the value stored in the state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. If it is determined that the state number is “02” (step S110-3 = YES), the process proceeds to step S110-4, and if it is determined that the state number is not “02”. (Step S110-3 = NO), the process proceeds to Step S110-5.

(Step S110-4)
In step S110-4, the main CPU 301 performs an ART preparation state process. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs a process related to the promotion lottery based on the promotion lottery table (see FIG. 16) in the ART preparation state A or the ART preparation state B. When the process of step S110-4 is completed, the subroutine for the reel rotation start acceptance command setting process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S111 in the main loop process.

(Step S110-5)
In step S110-5, the main CPU 301 performs an ART state process. In the process, the main CPU 301 performs an ART game number addition lottery process or the like for adding the number of ART games based on the information related to the winning area determined by the internal lottery process. When the process of step S110-5 is completed, the reel rotation start acceptance command setting process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S111 in the main loop process.

(Normal processing)
Next, the normal state process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 26 is a diagram showing a subroutine for normal state processing.

(Step S110-2-1)
In step S110-2-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the ART ready state transition game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the ART ready state transition game number counter stored in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S110-2-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-2-2.

(Step S110-2-2)
In step S110-2-2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the ART ready state transition game number counter is “0”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 subtracts “1” from the value of the ART ready state transition game number counter in the process of step S110-2-1. As a result, the value of the ART ready state transition game number counter becomes “0”. A process of determining whether or not has been performed is performed. If it is determined that the value of the ART ready state transition game number counter is “0” (step S110-2-2 = YES), the process proceeds to step S110-2-3, and the ART ready state is set. If it is determined that the value of the transition game number counter is not “0” (step S110-2-2 = NO), the process proceeds to step S110-2-4.

(Step S110-2-3)
In step S110-2-3, the main CPU 301 performs a precursor effect game number determination process. The sign effect is an effect that is performed over a predetermined number of games when the player is elected to shift to an advantageous state for the player, such as the transition to the ART state or the addition of the number of continuing games in the ART state. The sign effect game number determination process is a process for determining the number of games in which such a sign effect is continued. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs the precursor effect after the value of the ART ready state transition game number counter becomes “0” based on the precursor effect game number determination table provided in the main ROM 302 (see FIG. 19). The number of games to be continued is determined by lottery. The number of precursor effect games to continue the determined precursor effect is added to / corrected in the reel rotation start acceptance command stored in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 as well as stored in the precursor effect game number counter of the main RAM 303. Is done. In this embodiment, the sign effect is performed after confirming the transition to the ART state in this step and after winning the lottery with the number of ART games added in step S110-5-6 described later. The precursor effect may be performed only in any one of the cases, or may be performed when it is determined to shift to a state advantageous to other players. Then, when the process of step S110-2-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-2-4.

  As described above, the number of indication effect games is determined when the winning of the transition to the ART state is determined internally as described above or when the number of additional games in the ART state is determined internally as described later. To be determined.

  For example, a case will be described in which the ART preparation state transition game number counter becomes 0 during the normal state, and then the state transitions to the ART preparation state after a precursor effect of a predetermined number of games. As illustrated in FIG. 19, there are five types of games that can be set as the number of precursor games: three games, five games, ten games, fifteen games, and twenty games. Since the normal state is the RT1 game state in principle, the game medals are consumed faster than the ART preparation state and the ART state. In other words, since the replay probability is low in the normal state, it is a state in which the game progresses mainly by consuming game medals compared to the ART ready state or ART state. After the ART ready state transition game number counter reaches 0, if it is assumed that a prelude effect will be executed as an extension of the normal state, assuming that the replay has never been won, if the predecessor effect is 3 games, consumption If there are 9 game medals, 15 game medals if the sign production is 5 games, 30 game medals if the game is 10 games, 45 game medals if the game is 15 games If the precursor effect is 20 games, there are 60 consumable game medals. As described above, there is a large or small difference in the number of medals consumed until the transition from the normal state to the ART ready state is caused by the length of the indication effect. Naturally, the smaller the number of medals consumed, the greater the total number of game medals that a player can expect to acquire comprehensively through the game, and the greater the number of medals consumed, the more players can earn comprehensively through the game. The total number of game medals that can be expected decreases. From the above, it can be said that the determination control of the number of predecessor effect games is the control related to the winning appearance.

  In view of such circumstances, it is preferable that the control for determining the number of precursor effect games that is sufficient for the control regarding the winning game is managed only within the main control board to which the control related to the winning combination and other games is left. In the present embodiment, for this reason, the number of precursor effect games is determined on the main control board, and the control control for determining the number of precursor effect games that can be related to the earned game is not performed on the sub control board. Thus, it becomes possible to manage the control relating to the outgoing ball only within the main control board.

(Step S110-2-4)
In step S110-2-4, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the indication effect game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the precursor effect game number counter stored in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S110-2-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-2-5.

(Step S110-2-5)
In step S110-2-5, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the number of indication effect games is “0”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the precursor effect game number counter has become “0” as a result of subtracting “1” from the value of the precursor effect game number counter in the process of step S110-2-4. Processing to determine is performed. If it is determined that the value of the sign effect game number counter is “0” (step S110-2-5 = YES), the process proceeds to step S110-2-6, and the sign effect game number counter is reached. When it is determined that the value of is not “0” (step S110-2-5 = NO), the normal state processing subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S111 in the main loop process.

(Step S110-2-6)
In step S110-2-6, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “02” as the state number. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of updating the values relating to the state numbers of the state storage area and the effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to “02”. Then, when the process of step S110-2-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-2-7.

(Step S110-2-7)
In step S110-2-7, the main CPU 301 performs an ART preparation state distribution process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 selects one of the ART preparation state A, the ART preparation state B, and the ART preparation state C based on the ART preparation state distribution table (see FIG. 15) provided in the main ROM 302. The process of determining is performed. Then, when the process of step S110-2-7 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-2-8.

(Step S110-2-8)
In step S110-2-8, the main CPU 301 performs an ART preparation state storage process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 is provided in the main RAM 303 with information related to any of the ART preparation state A, the ART preparation state B, and the ART preparation state C determined by the process of step S110-2-7. A process of storing in the ART ready state storage area is performed. Further, this information is transmitted to the effect ART preparation state storage area of the sub RAM 405 via the I / F circuit 305. When the process of step S110-2-8 ends, the normal state processing subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S111 in the main loop process.

(ART preparation status processing)
Next, the ART preparation state process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 27 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the ART preparation state processing.

(Step S110-4-1)
In step S <b> 110-4-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not it is in the ART preparation state A. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the ART preparation state A is based on a value stored in an ART preparation state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. And when it determines with it being ART ready state A (step S110-4-1 = YES), it transfers to a process to step S110-4-2, and when it determines with not being ART ready state A. (Step S110-4-1 = NO), the process proceeds to step S110-4-5.

(Step S110-4-2)
In step S110-4-2, the main CPU 301 performs a promotion lottery process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs the promotion lottery based on the ART preparation state A promotion lottery table (see FIG. 16A) and information related to the winning area determined by the internal lottery process described above. Then, when the process of step S110-4-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-4-3.

(Step S110-4-3)
In step S <b> 110-4-3, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not to shift to the ART preparation state B or the ART preparation state C is determined. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not it is determined to shift to the ART preparation state B or the ART preparation state C as a result of the lottery by the promotion lottery process in step S110-4-3. . If it is determined that the transition to the ART preparation state B or the ART preparation state C is determined (step S110-4-3 = YES), the process proceeds to step S110-4-4. If it is determined that the transition to the ART ready state B or the ART ready state C has not been determined (step S110-4-3 = NO), the ART ready state processing subroutine is terminated, and the main loop The process proceeds to step S111 in the process.

(Step S110-4-4)
In step S110-4-4, the main CPU 301 performs an ART preparation state update process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 uses the value stored in the ART preparation state storage area provided in the main RAM 303 as the migration destination ART preparation determined by the lottery by the promotion lottery process in step S110-4-2. A flag indicating that the information has been upgraded to ART ready state B or a flag indicating that it has been promoted to ART ready state C in the promoted flag storage area of sub-RAM 405 via I / F circuit 305. Process to write. When the process of step S110-4-4 ends, the ART preparation state processing subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S111 in the main loop process.

(Step S110-4-5)
In step S110-4-5, the main CPU 301 performs processing to determine whether or not it is in the ART preparation state B. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the ART preparation state B is based on a value stored in an ART preparation state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. If it is determined that the state is the ART preparation state B (step S110-4-5 = YES), the process proceeds to step S110-4-6, and if it is determined that the state is not the ART preparation state B. (Step S110-4-5 = NO), the ART ready state processing subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S111 in the main loop process.

(Step S110-4-6)
In step S110-4-6, the main CPU 301 performs a promotion lottery process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs the promotion lottery based on the ART preparation state B promotion lottery table (see FIG. 16B) and information related to the winning area determined by the internal lottery process described above. Then, when the process of step S110-4-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-4-7.

(Step S110-4-7)
In step S110-4-7, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not to shift to the ART preparation state C is determined. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not to shift to the ART preparation state C is determined as a result of the lottery by the promotion lottery process in step S110-4-6. If it is determined that it is determined to shift to the ART preparation state C (step S110-4-7 = YES), the process proceeds to step S110-4-8 and shifts to the ART preparation state C. If it is determined that this has not been determined (step S110-4-7 = NO), the ART preparation state processing subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S111 in the main loop process.

(Step S110-4-8)
In step S110-4-8, the main CPU 301 performs an ART preparation state update process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 uses the value stored in the ART preparation state storage area provided in the main RAM 303 as the migration destination ART preparation determined by the lottery by the promotion lottery process in step S110-4-6. In addition to updating the information related to the state, a process for writing a flag indicating that the state has been promoted to the ART preparation state C is performed in the promotion flag storage area of the sub RAM 405 via the I / F circuit 305. When the process of step S110-4-8 ends, the ART preparation state processing subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S111 in the main loop process.

(ART status processing)
Next, the ART state process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 28 shows a subroutine for the ART state processing.

(Step S110-5-1)
In step S110-5-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the ART game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the ART game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S110-5-1 is completed, the process proceeds to step S110-5-2.

(Step S110-5-2)
In step S110-5-2, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the ART game number counter has become “0”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the ART game number counter has become “0” as a result of subtracting “1” from the value of the ART game number counter by the process of step S110-5-1. Perform the process. If it is determined that the value of the ART game number counter is “0” (step S110-5-2 = YES), the ART state subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S111 in the main loop process. If it is determined that the value of the ART game number counter is not “0” (step S110-5-2 = NO), the process proceeds to step S110-5-3.

(Step S110-5-3)
In step S110-5-3, the main CPU 301 performs a lottery process by adding the number of ART games. Specifically, the main CPU 301 adds the lottery number of games that can be played in the ART state based on the additional game number determination table (see FIG. 17) and information related to the winning area determined by the internal lottery process described above. I do. The main CPU 301 adds the number of games won by lottery to the value stored in the lottery game number storage area of the main RAM 303 on the ART. Then, when the process of step S110-5-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-5-4.

(Step S110-5-4)
In step S110-5-4, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the ART game number addition lottery is won in the ART game number addition lottery. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the ART game number addition lottery is won as a result of the lottery process by the ART game number addition lottery process in step S110-5-3. Here, as a result of performing the lottery process for adding the number of ART games, the main CPU 301 does not determine “0” as the number of added games, that is, determines the number of games of “10” or more as the number of added games. In such a case, it is determined that the lottery is won by adding the number of ART games. Next, the main CPU 301 writes the selected ART game added game number in the ART game added game number counter of the sub RAM 405 via the I / F circuit 305. If it is determined that the lottery with the number of ART games is won (step S110-5-4 = YES), the process proceeds to step S110-5-5, and the lottery with the number of ART games is not won. (Step S110-5-4 = NO), the process proceeds to step S110-5-6.

(Step S110-5-5)
In step S110-5-5, the main CPU 301 performs a sign effect game number determination process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 draws the number of games for which the predecessor effect is continued after winning the lottery with the number of ART games added based on the predecessor effect game number determination table provided in the main ROM 302 (see FIG. 19). To decide. The number of precursor effect games to continue the determined precursor effect is added to / corrected in the reel rotation start acceptance command stored in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 as well as stored in the precursor effect game number counter of the main RAM 303. And transmitted to the sub-control board 400. Then, when the process of step S110-5-5 is completed, the process proceeds to step S110-5-6.

(Step S110-5-6)
In step S110-5-6, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the indication effect game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the precursor effect game number counter stored in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S110-5-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S110-5-7.

(Step S110-5-7)
In step S110-5-7, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the number of indication effect games is “0”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not the value of the precursor effect game number counter has become “0” as a result of subtracting “1” from the value of the predictor effect game number counter in the process of step S110-5-6. Processing to determine is performed. If it is determined that the value of the sign effect game number counter is “0” (step S110-5-7 = YES), the process proceeds to step S110-5-8, where the sign effect game number counter is set. If it is determined that the value is not “0” (step S110-5-7 = NO), the ART state subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S111 in the main loop process.

(Step S110-5-8)
In step S110-5-8, the main CPU 301 performs an ART game number addition process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for adding the value stored in the lottery game number storage area in the main RAM 303 to the ART game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Here, the process of adding the number of ART games is performed after the end of the precursor effect, but the number of ART games may be added when the player wins the ART game number without waiting for the end of the precursor effect. When the process of step S110-5-8 is completed, the ART state subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S111 of the main loop process in the main control board.

(Display judgment processing)
Next, based on FIG. 29, the display determination process performed by the process of step S117 of FIG. 24 will be described. FIG. 29 is a diagram showing a subroutine of display determination processing.

(Step S117-1)
In step S117-1, the main CPU 301 performs display determination error detection processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines whether the combination of symbols displayed on the active line is not abnormal based on the winning area determined by the internal lottery process and the combination of symbols displayed on the active line. Judgment is made. Then, when the process of step S117-1 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-2.

(Step S117-2)
In step S117-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not a display determination error has been detected. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not an abnormality is detected by the display determination error detection processing in step S117-1. If it is determined that a display determination error has been detected (step S117-2 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-3, and if it is determined that a display determination error has not been detected ( Step S117-2 = NO), the process proceeds to step S117-5.

(Step S117-3)
In step S117-3, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a display determination error command. Specifically, in order for the main CPU 301 to transmit a display determination error command having information related to the display determination error to the sub control board 400, the display determination error command is stored in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303. Perform the setting process. Then, when the process of step S117-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-4.

(Step S117-4)
In step S117-4, the main CPU 301 performs display error detection processing. Specifically, since the main CPU 301 determines that a display determination error has been detected in the process of step S117-2 (step S117-2 = YES), the main CPU 301 enters a winning area that has not been determined by the internal lottery process. Since the combination of symbols is displayed on the active line, a display determination error detection process is performed to make it impossible to recover from the error state. Then, when the process of step S117-4 ends, the main CPU 301 ends the process without returning to the main loop process of FIG.

(Step S117-5)
In step S117-5, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not replay display is in progress. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a combination of symbols related to replay is displayed on the active line. If it is determined that the replay is being displayed (step S117-5 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-6, and if it is determined that the regame is not being displayed (step S117). -5 = NO), the process proceeds to step S117-7.

(Step S117-6)
In step S117-6, the main CPU 301 performs processing for turning on the re-game operating flag. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for turning on the re-game in-operation flag in the re-game in-operation flag storage area of the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S117-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-9.

(Step S117-7)
In step S117-7, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not a winning symbol is displayed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a combination of symbols related to winning is displayed on the active line. When it is determined that the winning symbol is displayed (step S117-7 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-8, and when it is determined that the winning symbol is not displayed (step S117). −7 = NO), the process proceeds to step S117-9.

(Step S117-8)
In step S117-8, the main CPU 301 performs a payout number calculation process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of calculating the number of payouts based on a combination of symbols related to winnings displayed on the active line and a symbol combination table (see FIG. 5). Then, when the process of step S117-8 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-9.

(Step S117-9)
In step S117-9, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting a display determination command. Specifically, the main CPU 301 transmits a display determination command having information related to the combination of symbols displayed on the effective line to the sub-control board 400, and performs a display determination command set process described later. The display determination command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S117-9 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-10.

(Step S117-10)
In step S117-10, the main CPU 301 performs display determination command setting processing, which will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. In this process, the main CPU 301 performs various processes based on information included in the set display determination command. When the process of step S117-10 ends, the display determination process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop process.

(Processing when the display judgment command is set)
Next, the display determination command setting process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 30 is a diagram showing a subroutine of processing at the time of display determination command reception.

(Step S117-10-1)
In step S117-10-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether a red 7 replay, a blue 7 replay, or a follow replay is displayed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines the symbol related to red 7 replay, blue 7 replay or follow replay based on the information related to the display determination command set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 in step S117-9. The process of determining whether or not the combination is displayed on the active line is performed. If it is determined that red 7 replay, blue 7 replay or follow replay is displayed (step S117-10-1 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-10-2, and red 7 replay, blue is displayed. If it is determined that 7 replays and follow replays are not displayed (step S117-10-1 = NO), the process proceeds to step S117-10-3.

(Step S117-10-2)
In step S117-10-2, the main CPU 301 performs a red / blue 7 / follow replay display process which will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. In this process, the main CPU 301 sets the value of the ART game number counter provided in the ART preparation state storage area based on the value stored in the ART preparation state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. I do. When the process of step S117-10-2 is completed, the display determination command setting subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop process.

(Step 117-10-3)
In step S117-10-3, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not a blank is displayed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 displays the combination of symbols related to the blank on the active line based on the information related to the display determination command set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303 in step S117-9. A process of determining whether or not has been performed is performed. If it is determined that a blank is displayed (step S117-10-3 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-10-4, and if it is determined that no blank is displayed ( Step S117-10-3 = NO), the display determination command setting process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop process.

(Step S117-10-4)
In step S117-10-4, the main CPU 301 performs blank display processing which will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. In this processing, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining the number of games for shifting to the ART preparation state. Then, when the process of step S117-10-4 is completed, the subroutine of the display determination command setting process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop process in the main control board.

(Red 7 / Blue 7 / Follow replay display process)
Next, the red 7 / blue 7 / follow replay display process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 31 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the red 7 / blue 7 / follow replay display processing.

(Step S117-10-2-1)
In step S117-10-2-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the state number is “01”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the state number “01” is stored in the state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. If it is determined that the state number is “01” (step S117-10-2-1 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-2, and the state number is “01”. If it is determined that it is not (step S3117-10-2-1 = NO), the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-5.

(Step S117-10-2-2)
In step S117-10-2-2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the winning area is “04”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the winning area is “04” based on the information related to the winning area determined by the internal lottery process. If it is determined that the winning area is “04” (step S117-10-2-2 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-3, and the winning area is “04”. If it is determined that this is not the case (step 117-10-2-2 = NO), the subroutine for red 7 / blue 7 / follow replay display processing is terminated, and the process goes to step S118 of the main loop processing on the main control board. Migrate processing.

(Step S117-10-2-3)
In step S117-10-2-3, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “03” as the state number. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of updating the value of the state number in the state storage area and the effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to “03”. Then, when the process of step S117-10-2-3 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-4.

(Step S117-10-2-4)
In step S117-10-2-4, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “200” to the value of the ART game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “200” to the value of the ART game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. When the process of step S117-10-2-4 is completed, the subroutine of the red 7 / blue 7 / follow replay display process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop process in the main control board.

(Step S117-10-2-5)
In step S117-10-2-5, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the state number is “02”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the state number “02” is stored in the state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. If it is determined that the state number is “02” (step S117-10-2-5 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-6, and the state number is “02”. If not (step 117-10-2-5 = NO), the subroutine for red 7 / blue 7 / follow replay display processing is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop processing on the main control board. To migrate.

(Step S117-10-2-6)
In step S <b> 117-10-2-6, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the ART preparation state A is in effect. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the ART preparation state A is based on a value stored in an ART preparation state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. If it is determined that the state is the ART preparation state A (step S117-10-2-6 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-7, and it is determined that the state is not the ART preparation state A. If so (step S117-10-2-6 = NO), the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-9.

(Step S117-10-2-7)
In step S117-10-2-7, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “03” as the state number. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of updating the value of the state number in the state storage area and the effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to “03”. Then, when the process of step S117-10-2-7 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-8.

(Step S117-10-2-8)
In step S117-10-2-8, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “50” to the value of the ART game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “50” to the value of the ART game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S117-10-2-8 is completed, the subroutine for the red 7 / blue 7 / follow replay display process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop process in the main control board.

(Step S117-10-2-9)
In step S <b> 117-10-2-9, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the ART preparation state B is set. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the ART preparation state B is based on a value stored in an ART preparation state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. If it is determined that the state is the ART preparation state B (step S117-10-2-9 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-10, and it is determined that the state is not the ART preparation state B. If so (step S117-10-2-9 = NO), the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-12.

(Step S117-10-2-10)
In step S117-10-2-10, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting “03” as the state number. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of updating the value of the state number in the state storage area and the effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to “03”. Then, when the process of step S117-10-2-10 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-11.

(Step S117-10-2-11)
In step S117-10-2-11, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the value of the ART game number counter to “100”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “100” to the value of the ART game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. When the process of step S117-10-2-11 is completed, the subroutine of the red 7 / blue 7 / follow replay display process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop process in the main control board.

(Step S117-10-2-12)
In step S117-10-2-12, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “03” as the state number. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of updating the value of the state number in the state storage area and the effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to “03”. Then, when the process of step S117-10-2-12 ends, the process proceeds to step S117-10-2-13.

(Step S117-10-2-13)
In step S117-10-2-13, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “200” to the value of the ART game number counter. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “200” to the value of the ART game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. When the processing of step S117-10-2-13 is completed, the subroutine for red 7 / blue 7 / follow replay display processing is terminated, and the processing proceeds to step S118 of the main loop processing in the main control board.

(Blank display processing)
Next, the blank display process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 32 shows a subroutine for blank display processing.

(Step S117-10-4-1)
In step S117-10-4-1, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the state number is “03”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the state number “03” is stored in the state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. If it is determined that the state number is “03” (step S117-10-4-1 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-10-4-2, and the state number is “03”. If it is determined that it is not (step S117-10-4-1 = NO), the blank display processing subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop processing in the main control board.

(Step S117-10-4-2)
In step S117-10-4-2, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the ART game number counter is “0”. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the ART game number counter provided in the main RAM 303 is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the ART game number counter is “0” (step S117-10-4-2 = YES), the process proceeds to step S117-10-4-3, and the ART game is executed. If it is determined that the value of the number counter is not “0” (step S117-10-4-2 = NO), the blank display time processing subroutine is terminated and step S118 of the main loop processing on the main control board is completed. The process is transferred to.

(Step S117-10-4-3)
In step S117-10-4-3, the main CPU 301 performs a process of setting “01” as the state number. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of updating the value of the state number in the state storage area and the effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to “01”. Then, when the process of step 117-10-4-3 is completed, the process proceeds to step S117-10-4-4.

(Step S117-10-4-4)
In step S117-10-4-4, the main CPU 301 performs an ART preparation state transition game number determination process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 determines and determines the range of the number of games until the transition to the ART preparation state based on the ART preparation state transition game number determination table (see FIG. 14) provided in the main ROM 302. Within the range of the number of games played, control is performed to determine the number of games until the transition to the ART ready state by lottery. Then, the main CPU 301 performs processing for storing the number of games until the determined ART preparation state is shifted to the ART preparation state transition game number counter provided in the main RAM 303. Further, the value of the ART ready state transition game number counter is added to and corrected in the reel rotation start acceptance command stored in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303, and transmitted to the sub-control board 400. When the process of step S117-10-4-4 is completed, the blank display time process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S118 of the main loop process in the main control board.

(Game state transition process)
Next, based on FIG. 33, the game state transition process performed by the process of step S119 of FIG. 24 will be described. FIG. 33 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the game state transition process.

(Step S119-1)
In step S119-1, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not it is in the RT0 gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the current gaming state is the RT0 gaming state based on the value of the gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. If it is determined that the game is in the RT0 gaming state (step S119-1 = YES), the process proceeds to step S119-2. If it is determined that the game is not in the RT0 gaming state (step S119-1). = NO), the process proceeds to step S119-4.

(Step S119-2)
In step S119-2, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not a blank is displayed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a combination of symbols related to a blank is displayed on the active line. If it is determined that a blank is displayed (step S119-2 = YES), the process proceeds to step S119-3. If it is determined that no blank is displayed (step S119-2). = NO), the game state transition process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S119-3)
In step S119-3, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the RT1 gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for storing information relating to the RT1 gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. When the process of step S119-3 is completed, the gaming state transition process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S119-4)
In step S119-4, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not it is in the RT1 gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not the current gaming state is the RT1 gaming state based on the value of the gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. If it is determined that the game is in the RT1 gaming state (step S119-4 = YES), the process proceeds to step S119-5, and if it is determined that the game is not in the RT1 gaming state (step S119-4). = NO), the process proceeds to step S119-9.

(Step S119-5)
In step S119-5, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a preparation replay is displayed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a symbol combination related to the preparation replay is displayed on the active line. When it is determined that the preparation replay is displayed (step S119-5 = YES), the process proceeds to step S119-6, and when it is determined that the preparation replay is not displayed (step S119). -5 = NO), the process proceeds to step S119-7.

(Step S119-6)
In step S119-6, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the RT2 gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for storing information relating to the RT2 gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. When the process of step S119-6 is completed, the gaming state transition process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S119-7)
In step S119-7, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether the blue 7 replay or the follow replay is displayed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a combination of symbols related to the blue 7 replay or follow replay is displayed on the active line. If it is determined that the blue 7 replay or follow replay is displayed (step S119-7 = YES), the process proceeds to step S119-8, and it is determined that the blue 7 replay or follow replay is not displayed. If it is (step S119-7 = NO), the gaming state transition process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S119-8)
In step S119-8, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the RT3 gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for storing information relating to the RT3 gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. When the process of step S119-8 ends, the gaming state transition process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S119-9)
In step S119-9, the main CPU 301 determines whether or not it is in the RT2 gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not the current gaming state is the RT2 gaming state based on the value of the gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. If it is determined that the game is in the RT2 gaming state (step S119-9 = YES), the process proceeds to step S119-10. If it is determined that the game is not in the RT2 gaming state (step S118-9). = NO), the process proceeds to step S118-14.

(Step S119-10)
In step S119-10, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not a blank is displayed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a combination of symbols related to a blank is displayed on the active line. If it is determined that a blank is displayed (step S119-10 = YES), the process proceeds to step S119-11, and if it is determined that no blank is displayed (step S119-10). = NO), the process proceeds to step S119-12.

(Step S119-11)
In step S119-11, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the RT1 gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for storing information relating to the RT1 gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. When the process of step S119-11 is completed, the gaming state transition process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S119-12)
In step S119-12, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether one of red 7 replay, blue 7 replay, or follow replay is displayed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether any combination of symbols among red 7 replay, blue 7 replay and follow replay is displayed on the active line. If it is determined that red 7 replay, blue 7 replay, or follow replay is displayed (step S119-12 = YES), the process proceeds to step S119-13, and red 7 replay, blue 7 replay, Alternatively, if it is determined that the follow replay is not displayed (step S119-12 = NO), the gaming state transition process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S119-13)
In step S119-13, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the RT3 gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for storing information relating to the RT3 gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. Then, when the process of step S119-13 ends, the gaming state transition process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S119-14)
In step S119-14, the main CPU 301 performs processing for determining whether or not a blank is displayed. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of determining whether or not a combination of symbols related to a blank is displayed on the active line. If it is determined that a blank is displayed (step S119-14 = YES), the process proceeds to step S119-15, and if it is determined that no blank is displayed (step S119-14). = NO), the game state transition process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

(Step S119-15)
In step S119-15, the main CPU 301 performs processing for setting the RT1 gaming state. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for storing information relating to the RT1 gaming state in a gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 303. When the process of step S119-15 is completed, the subroutine for the game state transition process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S101 of the main loop process.

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

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

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

(Step S203)
In step S203, the main CPU 301 performs timer measurement processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the timer counter for measuring the minimum one game time or the like. Then, when the process of step S203 ends, the process proceeds to step S204.

(Step S204)
In step S204, the main CPU 301 performs a reel drive control process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 drives the stepping motors 101, 102, and 103 via the reel control board 100, thereby performing acceleration, constant speed, deceleration control, and the like of the reel 17. Then, when the process of step S204 ends, the process proceeds to step S205.

(Step S205)
In step S205, the main CPU 301 performs external signal output processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of outputting a signal to the external concentration terminal board 38. Then, when the process of step S205 ends, the process proceeds to step S206.

(Step S206)
In step S206, the main CPU 301 performs LED display processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 controls the light emission of the start lamp 23, the BET lamp 24, the stored number display unit 25, the game state display lamp 26, the payout number display unit 27, the throw-in possible display lamp 28, and the re-game display lamp 29. I do. Then, when the process of step S206 ends, the process proceeds to step S207.

(Step S207)
In step S207, the main CPU 301 performs control command transmission processing. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs processing for transmitting various commands set in the effect transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 303 to the sub-control board 400. Then, when the process of step S207 ends, the process proceeds to step S208.

(Step S208)
In step S208, the main CPU 301 performs a register restoration process. Specifically, the main CPU 301 performs a process of restoring the saved register value in the process of step S201. Then, when the process of step S208 ends, the interrupt process ends, and the process returns to the main loop process.

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

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

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

(Step S303)
In step S303, the sub CPU 402 performs sound control processing. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs amplifier control based on the value of the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405 stored according to the effect content determined by the effect determination process described later or the effect determination process of the main control board 300. A process of outputting sound from the speakers 34 and 35 through the substrate 440 is performed. Then, when the process of step S303 ends, the process proceeds to step S304.

(Step S304)
In step S304, the sub CPU 402 performs lamp control processing. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 produces an effect based on the value of the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405 stored in accordance with the effect content determined by the effect determination process described later or the effect determination process of the main control board 300. The side lamp 5, the effect lamp 22, the stop operation order display lamp 30, and the start lever effect lamp 42 are controlled via the control board 410. Further, the sub CPU 402 performs the effect control board 410 based on the value of the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405 stored according to the effect determination process described later or the effect content determined by the effect determination process of the main control board 300. Then, the rendering device 44 is controlled via the drive board 43. Then, when the process of step S304 ends, the process proceeds to step S305.

(Step S305)
In step S305, the sub CPU 402 performs image control processing. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 produces an effect based on the value of the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405 stored in accordance with the effect content determined by the effect determination process described later or the effect determination process of the main control board 300. The liquid crystal display device 46 is controlled via the control substrate 410 and the general-purpose substrate 45. Then, when the process of step S305 ends, the process proceeds to step S306.

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

(Main board communication processing)
Next, the main board communication process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 36 is a diagram showing a subroutine of main board communication processing.

(Step S302-1)
In step S302-1, the sub CPU 402 performs processing to determine whether or not a different command has been received. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the command transmitted from the I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300 is a command different from the previously transmitted command. If it is determined that a different command has been received (step S302-1 = YES), the process proceeds to step S302-2. If it is determined that a different command has not been received (step S302). -1 = NO), the main board communication process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-2)
In step S302-2, the sub CPU 402 performs a game information storage process. Specifically, since the command transmitted from the I / F circuit 305 of the main control board 300 is a command different from the command transmitted last time, the sub CPU 402 is based on a command different from the command transmitted last time. Processing for creating game information and storing it in a predetermined storage area of the sub-RAM 405 is performed. Then, when the process of step S302-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3.
(Step S302-3)
In step S302-3, the sub CPU 402 performs a command analysis process that will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. In this process, the sub CPU 402 executes a process based on the game information stored by the process of step S302-2. When the process of step S302-3 ends, the main board communication process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Command analysis processing)
Next, command analysis processing will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 37 is a diagram showing a subroutine of command analysis processing.

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

(Step S302-3-2)
In step S302-3-2, the sub CPU 402 performs an effect determination process at the time of receiving a setting change command. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining the content of the effect at the time of setting change based on the information included in the received setting change command. With this processing, the sub CPU 402 determines an effect to display the image data indicating that the setting is being changed on the liquid crystal display device 46, or an effect to display the image data indicating that the setting change has been completed. Control. When the effect content is determined, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the effect content in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-2 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

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

(Step S302-3-4)
In step S302-3-4, the sub CPU 402 performs a reel rotation start acceptance command reception effect determination process which will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. In this process, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining the contents of effects based on the information included in the received reel rotation start acceptance command. When the effect content is determined, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the effect content in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-4 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

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

(Step S302-3-6)
In step S302-3-6, the sub CPU 402 performs an effect determination process upon reception of a reel rotation start command. In the processing, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining the content of the effect at the start of reel rotation based on the information included in the received reel rotation start command. When the effect content is determined, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the effect content in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-6 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

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

(Step S302-3-8)
In step S302-3-8, the sub CPU 402 performs an effect determination process upon reception of a reel stop command. In the process, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining the content of the effect based on the information included in the received reel stop command. When the effect content is determined, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the effect content in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-8 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

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

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

(Step S302-3-10)
In Step S302-3-10, the sub CPU 402 performs an effect determination process at the time of error command reception. In the process, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining the production content based on the information included in the received error command. As a result of the processing, the sub CPU 402 determines the effect of displaying the image data indicating that the error has been detected on the liquid crystal display device 46 as the effect content, or the audio data output when the error is detected by the speakers 34,. The control which determines the production output from 35 is performed. When the effect content is determined, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the effect content in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-10 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

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

(Step S302-3-12)
In step S302-3-12, the sub CPU 402 performs an effect determination process upon reception of a display determination command. In the process, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining the contents of the effect when winning or the like is established based on the information included in the received display determination command. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 determines the content of the effect based on the effect determined when the reel rotation start acceptance command is received, the stop operation position of the stop buttons 11, 12, 13, the stop operation order, and the like. I do. When the effect content is determined, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the effect content in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-12 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-13)
In step S302-3-13, the sub CPU 402 performs control to execute processing according to the received command. In this process, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining the content of the effect based on the command stored by the game information storage process of step S302-2. When the effect content is determined, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the effect content in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-13 ends, the command analysis process subroutine ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Determination processing when receiving reel rotation start acceptance command)
Next, the reel rotation start acceptance command reception effect determination process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 38 is a diagram showing a subroutine for effect determination processing upon reception of a reel rotation start acceptance command.

(Step S302-3-4-1)
In step S302-3-4-1, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the state number is “01”. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining whether or not the state number is “01” based on a value stored in a state number storage area provided in the sub RAM 405. If it is determined that the state number is “01”, it is determined that the state is the normal state (step S302-3-4-1 = YES), and the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-2. If it is determined that the state number is not “01” (step S302-3-4-1 = NO), the process proceeds to step S302-3--4-3.

(Step S302-3-4-2)
In step S302-3-4-2, the sub CPU 402 performs an effect determination process for a normal state. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 stores information related to the winning area stored in the normal state effect determination table (see FIG. 20A) provided in the sub ROM 404 and the game information storage process in step S302-2. Based on the above, processing for determining the contents of the effect is performed. When the effect content is determined, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the effect content in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. Here, when the value of the ART preparation state transition game number counter included in the reel rotation start acceptance command received by the sub-control board 400 is 0, the precursor effect can be determined as the effect content. The precursor effect is an effect that is performed during a predetermined game after the value of the ART ready state transition game number counter becomes 0, and the game state is shifted to the ART ready state after the precursor effect is completed. The number of games whose effects are continued is the number of games determined in step S110-2-3 in FIG. 26 and included in the reel rotation start acceptance command stored in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 303. For example, a sign effect game number counter is provided in the sub RAM 405, and the number of games included in the reel rotation start acceptance command is stored in the sign effect game number counter. In each game in which the sign effect is performed, the sign effect game number counter is decreased by “1”, and the sign effect is performed until the value of the sign effect game number counter becomes “0”. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-2 is completed, the subroutine of the effect determination process at the time of receiving the reel rotation start acceptance command is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-4-3-3)
In step S <b> 302-3-3-3, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining whether or not the state number is “02”. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining whether or not the state number is “02” based on the value stored in the state number storage area provided in the sub RAM 405. If it is determined that the state number is “02” (step S302-3-4-3 = YES), the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-4, and the state number is “02”. If it is determined that it is not (step S302-3-4-3 = NO), it is determined that the state number is “03” and the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5.

(Step S302-3-4-4)
In step S302-3-4-4, the sub CPU 402 performs an effect determination process in the ART preparation state. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 determines whether the ART ready state A, the ART ready state B, or the ART based on the value stored in the effect ART ready state storage area provided in the sub RAM 405. Processing for determining whether the state is the preparation state C is performed. At the same time, the sub CPU 402 reads the flag in the promotion flag storage area of the sub RAM 405 in the ART preparation state A or the ART preparation state B, and performs the ART preparation state by the promotion lottery in the above-described ART preparation state processing. B or a process of determining whether or not to shift to the ART ready state C is performed.

  Thereafter, the sub CPU 402 converts the ART preparation state effect determination table (see FIG. 20B) provided in the sub ROM 404 and information related to the winning area stored by the game information storage process of step S302-2. Based on this, the case where the promotion is determined in the ART preparation state A, the case where the promotion is not determined in the ART preparation state B, and the production content in the ART preparation state C are determined. When the effect content is determined, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the effect content in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. Then, when the processing of step S302-3-4-4 is completed, the subroutine of the effect determination processing at the time of receiving the reel rotation start acceptance command is ended, and the processing is shifted to step S303 of the main processing in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-4-5)
In step S302-3-4-5, the sub CPU 402 performs an effect determination process in the ART state. Specifically, as will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 39, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining an effect performed in the ART state, such as a story effect.

(ART state effect determination process)
Next, the ART state effect determination process will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 39 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the ART state effect determination process.

(Step S302-3-4-5-1)
In step S302-3--4-5-1, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not it has already been determined to perform the story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 determines based on the value of the story effect presentation execution game number counter in the sub RAM 405 whether or not it has already been decided to perform the story effect presentation. When the value of the story effect presentation game number counter is “0” (step S302-3--4-5-1 = NO), it is determined that the story effect presentation has not been decided, and step S302— When the processing is shifted to 3-4-5-2 and the value of the story performance presentation game number counter is “1” or more (step S302-3--4-5-1 = YES), the story presentation is performed. It is determined that it is determined to be performed, and the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-8.

(Step S302-3-4-5-2)
In step S302-3--4-5-2, the sub CPU 402 performs a lottery to determine whether or not to implement a story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a lottery to determine whether or not to implement a story effect based on a story effect presentation determination table (see FIG. 21) provided in the sub ROM 404. Then, when the process of step S302-3--4-5-2 is completed, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-3. In addition, when a plurality of story-like effects are prepared in advance and it is determined that the story-like effects are to be implemented, it is possible to further determine which story-characteristic effects are to be determined by lottery.

(Step S302-3-4-5-3)
In step S <b> 302-3-4-5-3, the sub CPU 402 determines whether or not the execution of the story effect is determined. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 determines whether or not the execution of the story effect is determined as a result of the lottery in step S302-3-4-5-2. And when it is decided to implement a story-like effect (step S302-3-4-5-3 = YES), the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-4, and a story-like effect is implemented. If it is decided not to do so (step S302-3-4-5-3 = NO), the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-16.

(Step S302-3-4-5-4)
In step S302-3-4-5-4, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of storing “1” as the value of the story effect presentation game number counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of writing “1” in the story effect presentation game number counter provided in the sub RAM 405. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-5-4 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-5.

(Step S302-3-4-5-5)
In step S <b> 302-3-4-5-5, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the number of indication effect games is “3” or more. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 reads the number of precursor effect games included in the reel rotation start acceptance command and performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the number of precursor effect games is “3” or more. When the value of the number of warning effect games is smaller than “3”, it is not determined to play the warning effect game, and the value is “0”. If the value of the number of precursor effect games is “3” or more (step S302-3-4-5-5 = YES), the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-6 to indicate the precursor effect. When the value of the number of games is smaller than “3” (step S302-3-4-5-5 = NO), the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-7.

(Step S302-3-4-5-6)
In step S <b> 302-3-4-5-6, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for storing a value obtained by subtracting “3” from the value of the indication effect game number as the value of the effect start game number counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 subtracts “3” from the read value of the number of predecessor effect games, and uses the value as an effect start game number counter provided in the sub RAM 405 for use in determining the start of the story effect. To store. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-5-6 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-8.

(Step S302-3-4-5-7)
In step S <b> 302-3-4-5-7, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of storing the value of the indication effect game number as the value of the effect start game number counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 stores the value of the number of indication effect games read in the effect start game number counter provided in the sub RAM 405. Here, the value of the number of predecessor effect games is “0”, and since it has not been determined that the predictive effect game is to be executed, no additional number of ART games has been acquired. As described above, even if the ART game number is not actually acquired, it is possible to execute the story effect that shows the expected degree of expectation that the ART game number is added. If it is decided, the story will be directed during the game. As a result, even if benefits such as an additional number of ART games have not been granted, the player may be given the possibility of gaining benefits such as an additional number of ART games depending on the implementation of the story performance and the content of the story performance. The player can have a certain sense of expectation. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-5-7 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-8.

(Step S302-3-4-5-8)
In step S302-3-4-5-8, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of decrementing the value of the effect start game number counter by “1”. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of subtracting “1” from the value of the effect start game number counter provided in the sub RAM 405. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-5-8 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-9.

(Step S302-3-4-5-9)
In step S302-3-4-5-9, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the effect start game number counter is “0” or less. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 reads the value of the effect start game number counter provided in the sub RAM 405 and performs a process of determining whether or not it is “0” or less. If the value of the production start game number counter is equal to or less than “0” (step S302-3-4-5-9 = YES), it is determined that the story production will be started, and step S302-3-4-5 is performed. If the value of the production start game number counter is greater than “0” (step S302-3-4-5-9 = NO), the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-16. To migrate.

(Step S302-3-4-5-10)
In step S302-3-4-5-10, the sub CPU 402 determines whether or not the value of the story effect presentation execution game number counter is “1”. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the story effect presentation game number counter provided in the sub RAM 405 is “1”. If the value of the story performance presentation game number counter is “1” (step S302-3-4-5-10 = YES), the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-11. When the value of the story effect presentation game number counter is not “1” (step S302-3-4-5-10 = NO), the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-15.

(Step S302-3-4-5-11)
In step S302-3-4-5-11, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of drawing the initial character color of the title in the story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 has story characteristics based on the number of precursor effect games included in the reel rotation start acceptance command and an initial title color determination table (see FIG. 22A) provided in the sub ROM 404. A lottery is performed to determine the initial character color of the title displayed in the production. That is, the sub CPU 402 first confirms the number of precursor effect games included in the reel rotation start acceptance command. If the number of indication effect games is “1” or more, it is determined that an additional number of ART games has been acquired, and “probability of adding” in the initial title color determination table (see FIG. 22A). If the number of signage effect games is not “1” or more, it is determined that an additional number of ART games has not been acquired, and “addition” in the initial title color determination table (see FIG. 22A) is determined. A lottery is performed using the “probability of none”. When the initial character color of the title is determined by lottery, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the initial character color of the title in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-5-11 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-12.

(Step S302-3-4-5-12)
In step S <b> 302-3-4-5-12, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of drawing a character color after being changed due to a chance increase of the title in the story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402, like step S302-3-4-5-11, determines the number of precursor effect games included in the reel rotation start acceptance command and the post-change title color determination table provided in the sub ROM 404. Based on (see FIG. 22B), a lottery is performed to determine the character color after the change of the title displayed in the story effect. At this time, if the determined character color after the change is a character color indicating that the degree of expectation is lower than the initial character color determined in step S302-3-4-5-11, the initial character It is assumed that the same character color as the color is determined. That is, the character color after the change is not expected to be lower than the initial character color, and the character color after the change determined by the lottery is the same as the initial character color or is less expected than the initial character color If the character color indicates that the chance is not increased, the initial character color is determined. When the color after the title change is determined in this way, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the character color after the title change in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. Here, chance up means that the expectation is higher than the initially displayed character color in the production of a story-like effect or the like indicating the degree of expectation that a privilege is given by the character color of the title character or serif character, etc. This means that the character color of the character string corresponding to the title or serif (hereinafter also simply referred to as “character string”) is changed to the character color indicating this. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-5-12 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-13.

(Step S302-3-4-5-13)
In step S <b> 302-3-4-5-13, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of drawing lottery of the initial character color of the characters of the line in the story effect. Specifically, as in step S302-3-4-5-11, the sub CPU 402 determines the number of precursor effect games included in the reel rotation start acceptance command and the initial serif color determination table (in the sub ROM 404). Based on (see FIG. 22C), a lottery is performed to determine the initial character color of the characters of the dialogue displayed in the story effect. When the initial character color of the serif character is determined, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the initial character color of the serif character in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-5-13 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-14.

(Step S302-3-4-5-14)
In step S <b> 302-3-4-5-14, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of drawing out the character color after being changed due to an increase in the chances of the characters in the storyline effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402, like step S302-3-4-5-11, indicates the number of precursor effect games included in the reel rotation start acceptance command and the post-change serif color determination table provided in the sub ROM 404. Based on (see FIG. 22D), a lottery is performed to determine the character color after the change of the characters of the words displayed in the story effect. Here, if the determined character color after change is a character color indicating that the degree of expectation is lower than the initial character color determined in step S302-3-4-5-13, the initial character It is assumed that the same character color as the color is determined. That is, the character color after the change is not expected to be lower than the initial character color, and the character color after the change determined by the lottery is the same as the initial character color or is less expected than the initial character color If the character color indicates that the chance is not increased, the initial character color is determined. When the character color after the change of the serif character is determined in this way, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the character color after the change of the serif character in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-5-14 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-15.

(Step S302-3-4-5-15)
In step S302-3-4-5-15, the sub CPU 402 performs a story effect storage process that will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. In this process, the sub CPU 402 stores, in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, a value corresponding to the content of the effect in each game of the story-like effects performed continuously for three games. Then, when the process of step S302-3-15 ends, the subroutine of the ART state effect determination process ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-4-5-16)
In step S302-3-4-5-16, the sub CPU 402 performs an effect determination process other than the story effect in the ART state. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 has information related to the winning area stored by the ART state effect determination table (see FIG. 20C) provided in the sub ROM 404 and the game information storage process of step S302-2. Based on the above, processing for determining the contents of the effect is performed.

  Further, the sub CPU 402 reads the value of the ART game added game number counter in the sub RAM 405, and when the value is “10” or more, determines the effect related to adding the ART game number. The sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining the contents of the effect based on the ART state effect determination table (see FIG. 20C) provided in the sub ROM 404 and the value of the ART game added game number counter in the sub RAM 405. . For example, depending on the number of games to be added, one or more effects No. If the value of the ART game added game number counter is smaller than “10”, the effect is not performed and the content of the effect is determined by lottery according to the value. Here, when the number of ART games is added and the lottery is won, the sign production may be determined as the production content. The sign effect is an effect that is performed during a predetermined game after winning the extra lottery, and the number of games for which the effect is continued is determined in step S110-5-5 in FIG. The number of games included in the reel rotation start acceptance command stored in the data storage area. When the effect content is determined, the sub CPU 402 stores a value corresponding to the effect content in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-5 ends, the subroutine of the ART state effect determination process ends, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Story-related production storage processing)
Next, based on FIG. 40, the story effect storage determination process will be described. FIG. 40 is a diagram showing a subroutine of story effect presentation storage processing.

(Step S302-3-4-5-15-1)
In step S302-3-4-5-15-1, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the story effect presentation game number counter is “1”. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 reads the value of the story effect presentation game number counter provided in the sub RAM 405 and performs a process of determining whether or not the value is “1”. If the value of the story effect presentation game number counter is “1” (step S302-3-4-5-15-1 = YES), it is determined that the first story effect presentation is executed, and step S302 is performed. When the process proceeds to -3--4-5-15-2 and the value of the story effect presentation game number counter is not “1” (step S302-3-4-5-15-1 = NO), step S302 is executed. The process shifts to -3--4-5-15-4.

(Step S302-3-4-5-15-2)
In step S302-3-4-5-15-2, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for storing the first story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for storing a value corresponding to the content of the first story effect produced in the first game in the story effect in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-5-15-2 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-15-3.

  Here, the content of the story effect may be a predetermined story effect, or may be determined by lottery from a plurality of contents. The first storyline effect is an effect performed in the first game in the storyline effect, and the title is first displayed during the progress of the first storyline effect, and further along with the progress of the first storyline effect. The character corresponding to the character of the line is displayed. Here, an example is shown in which chances are increased for the characters in the first storyline production line, but the lines are displayed in the second story line production or the third story line production described later, and the displayed lines are displayed. Opportunities may be increased. Further, the chance up may be performed on both the title and the words of the words, but may be performed on only one of them. Furthermore, when a chance up is performed, it is preferable that the degree of expectation indicated by the character color after the chance up indicates the degree of expectation in the subsequent story production.

(Step S302-3-4-5-15-3)
In step S302-3-4-5-15-3, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the story effect presentation game number counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the story effect presentation game number counter provided in the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-4-5-15-3 is completed, the story effect storage process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-4-5-15-4)
In step S <b> 302-3-4-5-15-4, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the story effect presentation game number counter is “2”. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 reads the value of the story effect presentation game number counter provided in the sub RAM 405 and performs a process of determining whether or not the value is “2”. Then, when the value of the story effect presentation game number counter is “2” (step S302-3-4-5-15-4 = YES), it is determined that the second story effect presentation is executed, and step S302 is performed. When the process proceeds to -3--4-5-15-5 and the value of the story effect presentation game number counter is not “2” (step S302-3-4-5-15-4 = NO), step S302 is executed. The process shifts to -3--4-5-15-7.

(Step S302-3-4-5-15-5)
In Step S302-3-4-5-15-5, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for storing the second story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of storing a value corresponding to the content of the second story effect produced in the second game in the story effect in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. Then, when step S302-3-4-5-15-5 is completed, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-15-6.

  Here, the second story effect is an effect performed in the second game in the story effect. In addition, the characters of the lines may be displayed also in the second story effect, and in this case, the same character color as the characters of the lines after the change of the first story effect may be displayed, or after the initial and after the change The character color may be determined by lottery.

(Step S302-3-4-5-15-6)
In step S302-3-4-5-15-6, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the story effect presentation game number counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of adding “1” to the value of the story effect presentation game number counter provided in the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-4-5-15-6 is completed, the story effect storage process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

(Step S302-3-4-5-15-7)
In step S302-3-4-5-15-7, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for storing the third story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for storing a value corresponding to the content of the third story effect produced in the third game in the story effect in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. When the process of step S302-3-4-5-15-7 ends, the process proceeds to step S302-3-4-5-15-8.

  Here, the third story effect is an effect performed in the third game in the story effect. In addition, the characters of the dialogue may be displayed also in the third story effect, and in this case, the same character color as the characters of the dialogue after the change made earlier may be displayed, or the initial and changed characters may be displayed. The color may be determined by lottery.

(Step S302-3-4-5-15-8)
In step S <b> 302-3-4-5-15-8, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for storing “0” in the story effect presentation game number counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of storing “0” in the story effect presentation game number counter provided in the sub RAM 405. Then, when the process of step S302-3-4-5-15-8 is completed, the story effect storage process subroutine is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S303 of the main process in the sub control board.

  In addition, in the example of the story-like effect in the present embodiment, the case where the story-like effect is implemented in three consecutive games has been described as an example, but even if the story-like effect is implemented in two or more consecutive games good. The character color may be changed so that the degree of expectation that the privilege is given is promoted in at least one of the characters corresponding to the titles or lines displayed while the games are continued.

(Story characteristics)
Next, based on FIGS. 41 to 43, the processing flow of the story effect that is controlled in the sub-control board and the progress of the story effect that is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 46 will be described. The story effect is a process performed based on the progress of the game during the story effect, the reel stop state during each game, and the value stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs an effect based on the value stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405 for each game during the story effect, and indicates that the start lever 10 is turned on, the stop button 11, The production is advanced by confirming 12 and 13 stop operations. Further, the story-like effect execution process is based on the value stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, and the sound control process (S303), lamp control process (S304), and image control process of the main process in the sub control board. This is one of the effects performed in (S305), and here, an outline of the processing flow of the story effect is shown.

(Step S401)
In step S401, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for determining whether or not to perform the first story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not a value corresponding to the first story effect is stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. If a value corresponding to the first story-like effect is stored (step S401 = YES), the process proceeds to step S402, and a value corresponding to the first story-like effect is not stored (step S401). = NO), do not carry out the story effect.

(Step S402)
In step S402, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the start lever 10 is turned on in the first game of the story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not information indicating that the rotation of the reel 17 is started is stored in the reel rotation start command. If information indicating that the rotation of the reel 17 is started is stored (step S402 = YES), it is determined that the start lever 10 has been turned on, the process proceeds to step S403, and the rotation of the reel 17 is started. If the information to be executed is not stored (step S402 = NO), it is determined that the start lever 10 has not been turned on, and the process of step S402 is repeated to wait for the start lever 10 to be turned on.

(Step S403)
In step S403, the sub CPU 402 starts a first story effect of the story effect and performs a process of displaying a title. Specifically, first, the sub CPU 402 starts the first story effect 50 according to the value corresponding to the first story effect stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. Next, the sub CPU 402 reads a value corresponding to the initial color of the title stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, and as illustrated in FIG. 42A, the character corresponding to the read value. A color title 51 is displayed. Furthermore, the title 51 of the initial character color is displayed, and after a certain holding time has elapsed, the sub CPU 402 reads a value corresponding to the color after the title change stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, As illustrated in FIG. 42B, a title 52 of a character color corresponding to the read value is displayed. Here, when the character color of the title after the change has a higher expectation level that a privilege is given than the character color of the initial title, the character color of the title 51 is increased. The fixed holding time is an arbitrary time, and the chance may be increased immediately after the title 51 of the initial character color is displayed. Then, when the process of step S403 ends, the process proceeds to step S404.

  Thus, after the title 51 of the character color with a low expectation degree to which a privilege is given is displayed and the player feels disappointed that the expectation level to which a privilege is given is low, the characters of the title 51 are displayed. The chances for the color to be raised and the character color of the title 52 to be a highly anticipated character color will increase the expectation that the player will feel due to the gap. The willingness to continue is improved, the preference is improved, and the motivation to continue the game can be improved.

(Step S404)
In step S404, the sub CPU 402 makes the reel 17 stoppable. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 controls the stop buttons 11, 12, and 13 so that the stop operation can be received. Information indicating that the title 52 has been displayed is sent via the I / F circuit 305. This is transmitted to the main control board 300, and the main CPU 301 performs a process of shifting to a state where the stop switches 11sw, 12sw, and 13sw can be received. Here, it is ensured that the title 52 is displayed by controlling the reel 17 so that it can be stopped after the title is displayed. However, the reel 17 can be stopped regardless of whether the title 52 is displayed. Anyway. However, in this case, depending on the operation timing of the stop buttons 11, 12, and 13, the title 52 may not be sufficiently displayed in the changed character color, so the reel 17 is stopped after the title 52 is displayed. It is preferable to control to a possible state. Then, when the process of step S404 ends, the process proceeds to step S405.

(Step S405)
In step S405, the sub CPU 402 determines whether or not one of the three reels 17a to 17c has been stopped in the first game of the story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 confirms information related to the type of the stopped reel 17 included in the reel stop command stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, and checks one of the three reels 17a to 17c. A process of determining whether or not one reel 17 is stopped is performed. If the first reel, which is the first reel 17, is stopped (step S405 = YES), the process proceeds to step S406, and if the first reel is not stopped (step S405 = NO), Step S405 is repeated until the first reel is stopped.

(Step S406)
In step S406, the sub CPU 402 advances the first story. Specifically, as illustrated in FIG. 42 (c), the sub CPU 402 performs the first story effect 50 according to the value corresponding to the first story effect stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405. To advance. Then, when the process of step S406 ends, the process proceeds to step S407.

(Step S407)
In step S407, the sub CPU 402 determines whether all the reels 17 of the three reels 17a to 17c are stopped or whether the third reel, which is the third reel, is stopped in the first game of the story effect. The process which determines is performed. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 confirms information on the type of the stopped reel 17 included in the reel stop command stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, and determines whether or not the third reel is stopped. Processing to determine is performed. If the third reel is stopped (step S407 = YES), the process proceeds to step S408. If the third reel is not stopped (step S407 = NO), the process of step S407 is repeated, Wait for 3 reels to stop.

(Step S408)
In step S <b> 408, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of displaying characters corresponding to the words in the first story effect of the story effect. Specifically, first, the sub CPU 402 reads the value corresponding to the initial color of the character corresponding to the speech stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, as illustrated in FIG. The characters corresponding to the lines 53 in the first story effect production 50 of the character color corresponding to the read value are displayed. At this time, a character corresponding to the initial character color line 53 is displayed. Next, after a certain holding time has elapsed, the sub CPU 402 reads a value corresponding to the color after the change of the character corresponding to the words stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, and FIG. 42 (e). As illustrated, the character color corresponding to the words is changed so that the region where the color is changed gradually increases so that the character color corresponds to the read value. Here, if the character color of the character corresponding to the line 54 after the change is higher than the character color of the character corresponding to the initial line 53, the expectation that the privilege is given is higher, the character color of the character corresponding to the line is a chance. It will be up. Further, a character corresponding to the line 54 of the character color after the change is displayed, and after a certain holding time has elapsed, a “continue” character 55 is displayed as illustrated in FIG. The story effect presentation 50 is finished, and the fact that the story effect presentation is continued is displayed. Then, when the process of step S408 ends, the process proceeds to step S409.

  In this way, when the character color of the character corresponding to the serif is increased, the privilege is granted by displaying the character corresponding to the character color of the character color with low expectation to which the privilege is initially given. After the player feels disappointed that the expectation level is low, the character color corresponding to the line will have a higher expectation, so the player will feel the expectation due to the gap. The feeling of expectation due to the production of the story becomes larger, the willingness to continue the game is improved, the preference is improved, and the motivation to continue the game can be improved.

  In addition, when changing a color so that the area | region where a color is changed may spread gradually, you may make it change a color for every character. For example, among the characters corresponding to the words, the color may be changed in order from the leftmost character to the rightmost character. Conversely, the color may be changed one character at a time from the rightmost character toward the leftmost character. In addition, when the color is gradually changed, the color may be changed for each character or region in order from the center of the character string of the character corresponding to the title or serif to the outer peripheral part, or conversely, The color may be changed for each character or region in order from the portion toward the center, or the color may be changed for each character or region in order from an arbitrary portion toward the periphery thereof. Also, in this example, when the chance is increased, the character color of the title is changed all at once, and the character color is gradually changed for the characters corresponding to the lines, but the title character color is gradually changed. The characters corresponding to the words may be changed at a stroke, and any of the characters corresponding to the titles or words may be changed gradually or at a stroke. In addition, although the letters corresponding to the words were given a chance in the first story, the letters corresponding to the words were displayed in other stories such as the second story directing, and the letters corresponding to these words were given a chance. You may make it up, and it is also possible to increase the chance of any character corresponding to a plurality of lines displayed in any story. Further, at least one character corresponding to the title or any of the lines may be given a chance.

(Step S409)
In step S409, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not the start lever 10 is turned on in the second game of the story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not information indicating that the rotation of the reel 17 is started is stored in the reel rotation start command. If information indicating that the rotation of the reel 17 is started is stored (step S409 = YES), it is determined that the start lever 10 has been turned on, the process proceeds to step S403, and the rotation of the reel 17 is started. If the information to be executed is not stored (step S409 = NO), it is determined that the start lever 10 has not been turned on, and the process of step S409 is repeated to wait for the start lever 10 to be turned on.

(Step S410)
In step S410, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of starting the second story effect of the story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 reads out a value corresponding to the second story-like effect stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, and as shown in FIG. The story directing 56 is started and advanced. The second story character effect 56 is an effect on a story of a battle, for example. By telling the storyline of performing the battle, it is possible to give the player a suggestion that if the battle is won, the privilege is successfully obtained, and if the battle is lost, the privilege cannot be obtained. Then, when the process of step S410 ends, the process proceeds to step S411.

(Step S411)
In step S411, the sub CPU 402 determines whether or not all reels 17 of the three reels 17a to 17c are stopped in the second game of the story effect, and the third reel, which is the third stopped reel, is stopped. A process of determining whether or not has been performed is performed. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 confirms information on the type of the stopped reel 17 included in the reel stop command stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, and determines whether or not the third reel is stopped. Processing to determine is performed. If the third reel is stopped (step S411 = YES), the process proceeds to step S412. If the third reel is not stopped (step S411 = NO), the process of step S411 is repeated, Wait for 3 reels to stop.

(Step S412)
In step S <b> 412, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of displaying that the story-like effect is continued in the second story-like effect 56. Specifically, as illustrated in FIG. 43 (c), the sub CPU 402 displays a character 57 of “continue”, the second storyline effect 56 ends, and the storyline effect continues. Is displayed. Then, when the process of step S412 ends, the process proceeds to step S413.

(Step S413)
In step S413, the sub CPU 402 determines whether or not the start lever 10 is turned on in the third game of the story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of determining whether or not information indicating that the rotation of the reel 17 is started is stored in the reel rotation start command. If information indicating that the rotation of the reel 17 is started is stored (step S413 = YES), it is determined that the start lever 10 is turned on, and the process proceeds to step S414, where the rotation of the reel 17 is started. If the information to be executed is not stored (step S413 = NO), it is determined that the start lever 10 has not been turned on, and the process of step S413 is repeated to wait for the start lever 10 to be turned on.

(Step S414)
In step S414, the sub CPU 402 performs a process of starting the third story effect of the story effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 reads a value corresponding to the third story-like effect stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, and, as shown in FIG. Start and direct the story direction. Then, when the process of step S414 ends, the process proceeds to step S415.

(Step S415)
In step S415, the sub CPU 402 determines whether or not all the reels 17 of the three reels 17a to 17c are stopped in the third game of the story effect, and the third reel which is the third stopped reel is stopped. A process of determining whether or not has been performed is performed. Specifically, the sub CPU 402 confirms information on the type of the stopped reel 17 included in the reel stop command stored in the effect content storage area of the sub RAM 405, and determines whether or not the third reel is stopped. Processing to determine is performed. If the third reel is stopped (step S415 = YES), the process proceeds to step S416. If the third reel is not stopped (step S415 = NO), the process of step S415 is repeated, Wait for 3 reels to stop.

(Step S416)
In step S416, the sub CPU 402 performs processing for displaying the result of the battle when the story effect is completed, for example, when the story effect is a battle. Specifically, first, the sub CPU 402 reads the number of precursor effect games included in the reel rotation start acceptance command, the value of the number of precursor effect games is “1” or more, and acquires an additional number of ART games as a privilege. It is determined whether or not. Next, when the sub CPU 402 has acquired an additional number of ART games, as shown in FIG. 43 (e), the sub CPU 402 displays characters such as “Victory” and performs an effect of winning the battle. If the ART game number has not been added, characters such as “defeat” are displayed to produce an effect of defeating the battle. And when the process of step S416 is complete | finished, a story character effect implementation process is complete | finished.

  In this way, the character color of the character corresponding to the title and lines of the story directing is informed of the degree of expectation that the privilege is granted, and while maintaining the expectation level by increasing the chance of these character colors, By suggesting whether or not a privilege has been acquired based on the result of a battle, etc., it is possible to enhance the player's expectation during the implementation of the storyline performance, improve the taste, and motivate the game to continue Can be improved.

  In either or both of the chances of increasing the character color of the title and / or the chance of increasing the character color of the character corresponding to the line, it is preferable that the time for displaying the initial character string is secured for a certain holding time or more. The holding time may be different from the time for holding the display of the character string after the change.

  For example, as shown in FIGS. 42A and 42B, when a title is displayed with the initial character color, the title display with the character color is held for 0.5 seconds, and then the title is displayed by chance up. After the character color changes and the title with the changed character color is held for 1.0 second, the reel 17 is brought into a stoppable state. The holding time may be varied not only when displaying the title but also when displaying the characters corresponding to the lines.

  In this way, the display of the character string in the initial character color is held for a certain period of time, and the display of the character string in the changed character color is held for a certain period of time different from this holding time, so that the character color is changed by increasing the chance. The player can be strongly impressed with what has been done, and the player's expectation can be raised during the performance of the story, and the taste is improved and the motivation to continue the game is improved. be able to. In particular, by maintaining the display of the character string with the changed character color longer than the display of the character string with the initial character color, it is possible to impress the player with the expectation improved by the chance increase, Strongly, the player's sense of expectation can be enhanced during the performance of the story, the taste is improved, and the motivation for continuing the game can be improved.

  In addition, the display of the character string in the initial character color is retained for a certain period of time, and when the chance is increased, the character color of the displayed character string is gradually changed from the initial character color to the changed character color. It may be changed by spending a certain change time from the start to the completion, and the holding time for displaying the character string in the initial character color may be longer than the time spent for the change. On the contrary, the change may be performed by spending a certain change time from the start to the completion of the change, and the time spent for the change may be longer than the holding time for displaying the character string in the initial character color. Similarly, the display of the character string with the changed character color may be held for a certain period of time, or the holding time for displaying the character string with the changed character color may be longer or shorter than the time spent for the change. good.

  For example, as shown in FIGS. 42D and 42E, when a character corresponding to the line is displayed with the initial character color, the display of the character corresponding to the line with the character color is held for 1.0 second. After that, the character color of the character corresponding to the dialogue gradually changes over a period of 0.5 seconds from the start to the completion of the change due to the chance increase. Conversely, when a character corresponding to a serif is displayed with the initial character color, the display of the character corresponding to the serif with that character color is held for 0.5 seconds, and then the character of the character corresponding to the serif by chance increase The color may change gradually over a change time of 1.0 seconds from the start to completion of the change. As another example, the display of the character corresponding to the initial character color is retained for an arbitrary time, and then the character color of the character corresponding to the serif is changed to 0.5 seconds from the start of the change to the completion by the chance increase. It may be changed gradually over time, and the display of the character corresponding to the line by the changed character color may be held for 1.0 second, or conversely, the line by the initial character color is supported The display of the character to be held is held for an arbitrary time, and then the character color of the character corresponding to the dialogue gradually changes by taking a change time of 1.0 seconds from the start of the change to the completion by the chance increase, and after the change The display of characters corresponding to the lines in the character color may be held for 0.5 seconds. It should be noted that the retention time of the character corresponding to the speech with the initial character color may be the same as or different from the retention time of the character corresponding to the speech with the changed character color. In addition, setting the retention time for the initial character color or the character color after the change to be longer or shorter than this change time is not limited to the display of characters corresponding to the lines, but may be performed when the title is displayed. good.

  In this way, by making the holding time for displaying the character string in the initial character color longer than the change time spent for changing the character color, it is possible to secure the time that the player expects to increase the chance and give up Since chances can be increased all at once, the player feels greater joy when the degree of expectation rises, the preference is improved, and the motivation for continuing the game can be improved. In addition, by making the retention time for displaying the character string after the change of the character color longer than the change time spent for changing the character color, it is possible to impress the display with the highly expected character color, Since it can be impressed to the player that it is higher, the preference is improved and the motivation to continue the game can be improved. In addition, by making the change time spent for changing the character color longer than the hold time for displaying the character string in the initial character color or the character color after the change, it is confirmed more clearly that the player has increased the chance Can also feel strongly that the degree of expectation is rising, improve the taste and improve the motivation to continue the game.

  Further, in the above description, the case where the chance up is performed twice during the production of the story has been described as an example. However, the chance up may be performed only in either the title or the character corresponding to the speech. While displaying the characters corresponding to the title and lines, the chance up may be performed three or more times. In addition, chances may be increased several times while characters corresponding to one title or line are displayed. In this way, during the story direction, the chances are repeated, so that the expected degree of notification is raised or lowered, or the expectation level is gradually improved, so that the player gradually has expectations. Therefore, the preference is improved, and the motivation to continue the game can be improved.

  In addition, when performing a chance up multiple times during a story performance, it is preferable that the color of the character string displayed last is the expectation that a privilege to be notified through the story performance will be given. . As a result, the player can accurately recognize the degree of expectation that the privilege in the story performance will be given, appropriately have a sense of expectation, improve the taste, and improve the motivation to continue the game be able to.

  In addition, the initial character color of the character string at the time of the first chance up during the production of the story or the initial character color at the time of the line display is not determined by lottery, and the expectation that the privilege will be granted is the most It is good also as a character color which alert | reports that it is low. As a result, the chance is increased from the state of the least expectation, so that the expectation felt by the player is greatly improved, the preference is improved, and the motivation for continuing the game can be improved.

  In the above description, the case has been described in which the chance is automatically increased without any operation after the character string is displayed in the initial character color. However, when the character color is changed due to the chance increase, The user may be requested to perform a certain operation. For example, after the character string is displayed in the initial character color, a display requesting that the player press the effect button 18 may be performed, and after the effect button 18 is pressed, the chance may be increased. In this way, by raising the chance triggered by a certain operation by the player, when the chance is raised, the player can receive the impression that he is participating in the production, and the player feels that the chance is up, The expectation that a privilege is granted is improved, the taste is improved, and the motivation to continue the game can be improved.

  In this way, when a certain operation is requested from the player, the configuration may be such that the chance does not increase unless the player performs an operation, but the color determined by the lottery regardless of whether or not the player performs the operation. You may improve your chance. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from losing the opportunity to perform an effect that an opportunity that can be originally enjoyed and an opportunity is increased due to failure of the operation, and the player is surely rewarded according to the lottery. The degree of expectation of being given can be notified.

  Further, when the player does not perform an operation, the character color other than the character color of the character string after the change determined by lottery may be changed to the character color with the lowest expectation. As a result, the player's willingness to respond to the operation request is improved, and as a result, when the chance is increased, the player can receive an impression of participating in the production, and the player feels that the opportunity has been increased. The expectation that a privilege will be granted is improved, the taste is improved, and the motivation to continue the game can be improved.

  In addition, as described above, the character color lottery of the title and the character color lottery corresponding to the dialogue may be performed independently, but the character color lottery of each character string May be performed in association between displayed character strings. For example, the character color determined in the character color lottery after changing the title is unconditionally set as the initial character color of the character corresponding to the serif without selecting the initial character color of the character corresponding to the serif. The character color lottery after the change of the character corresponding to may be drawn out of the character colors having the same or higher expectation as the character color expectation after the title change. As a result, the degree of expectation becomes equal to or greater with each chance increase, and the feeling that the player feels during the production of the story will surely rise, the taste will improve, and the motivation for continuation of the game will be improved it can.

  In addition, when a chance up was performed with any of the character strings displayed during the performance of the story, the chances were increased without drawing the character color displayed in the subsequent character strings. It is also possible to display the subsequent character string with the subsequent character color. For example, if a chance is raised in the title and the text color after the change is red, the text color corresponding to the line will not be drawn, and the text corresponding to the line displayed after that will be red. Display. As a result, the degree of expectation shown in the story-like performance with an increased chance is clarified, the preference is improved, and the motivation to continue the game can be improved.

  In addition, when displaying a character string with the initial character color, always display the character string with the character color indicating the least expected level, and the character color lottery should be performed only for the changed character color. May be. That is, in the above example, the initial character color of the character string is always the white with the lowest expectation, and the chance is increased when a color with a higher expectation than white is determined by lottery of the character color after the change. It is good also as a structure. Thereby, it is possible to always give the player a sense of expectation that the chance will be increased, to improve the preference and to improve the motivation to continue the game.

  Further, in the above description, although an example in which an increase in the number of ART games is acquired, an example in which a lottery is performed by performing lottery with respect to the changed character color, whether or not a chance increase is performed has been described. When a privilege such as this is given, chances are always increased, and the character color of the character string may be changed to a color with a high expectation that a privilege will be given. In this case, when drawing the character color after changing the character string, a character color having a higher expectation than the initial character color of the character string is always determined. Thereby, it is possible to notify the player that there is a high possibility that a privilege will be granted, and the player can feel the expectation of acquiring the privilege with a high probability. It can improve further and can improve the motivation to continue the game.

  In addition, when a character string such as a character corresponding to a title or line is displayed multiple times during the production of a story, only a specific character color is displayed for some character strings, and two or more for other character strings. It can also be set as the structure by which a character color is determined by lottery from a specific character color. For example, the character color of white or red for the title is determined by lottery as the initial and changed character color, but the character color of the character corresponding to the line can always be displayed in red.

  Further, in the above description, even when the character color of the character string is increased, the case where the aspect of the effect content such as the background image during the effect does not change has been described as an example. In order to increase the chance of the character string, the aspect of the effect contents such as the background image may be changed. For example, when the title is displayed, the aspect of the effect is not changed even if the character string is up, and when the character corresponding to the line is up, the aspect of the effect is changed as the chance is increased. It can also be set as the structure to make. In this way, by changing the aspect of the production contents in accordance with the chance increase, the player can more surely recognize that the chance has been increased, the preference is further improved, and the motivation to continue the game Can be improved.

  Further, when the character color is changed in the chance increase, a predetermined sound may be generated along with the chance increase. The predetermined sound may be a sound indicating that the expectation level indicated by the character color has been promoted simply due to a chance increase, or a sound determined according to each character color after the change. For example, a common sound may be generated when the character color is white → red, red → zebra, white → zebra, etc. Also, a sound A corresponding to “blue” is generated when the chance is increased from white to blue, and a sound corresponding to “blue” is different from the sound A when the chance is increased from white to red and from blue to red. When B is generated and the chance is increased from white to zebra, blue to zebra and red to zebra, a sound C corresponding to “zebra” different from the sounds A and B may be generated. In this way, by generating a sound when the chance is raised, it is possible to surely notify the player that the degree of expectation has been improved, and the expectation that the player will receive a privilege that is felt by the chance being raised. The feeling is improved, the taste is improved, and the motivation to continue the game can be improved. In particular, by generating a sound corresponding to the character color, a high expectation can be strongly impressed, so that the preference is further improved and the motivation to continue the game can be improved.

  In the above explanation, an example of increasing the chance by the character color of the character string was described as an example. However, the chance increase to promote the degree of expectation that the privilege is granted is not limited to the character color of the character string. It is also possible to make a configuration in which the degree of expectation is notified by other production modes displayed during the sex production and the expectation mode is promoted.

(Setting suggestion production)
Next, the animation displayed on the liquid crystal display device 46 in the setting suggestion effect will be described based on FIG.

  The setting suggestion effect is an effect indicating with some probability what value the current setting value of the gaming machine is. The set value can be set between “1” to “6”, and is a more advantageous setting for the player as the number increases. A plurality of effect images are prepared for the setting suggestion effect, and the effect image can be selected and displayed according to the set value. For example, an effect image indicating that the setting value is “4” to “6” and an effect image indicating that the setting value is “1” to “3” are prepared, and any one of them is set according to the setting value. An effect image is displayed as a setting suggestion effect. Further, a high setting effect image indicating that the setting value is a high setting of “5” or “6” and a normal effect image that can be displayed when the setting value is “1” to “6”. When the high setting effect image is displayed, it is possible to perform a setting suggestion effect that suggests that the setting value is high. In addition, the effect image may be displayed only in the case of the corresponding setting value, but the effect image is displayed with a certain probability in the case of the corresponding setting value, and other effect images are displayed in the remaining cases. You may be made to do. When an effect image corresponding to the set value is displayed with a certain probability, an effect image that may be a higher setting is displayed, so that a higher setting is expected with a certain probability, and more games Can be improved. In addition, not only two types of effect images are prepared for the setting suggestion effect, but three or more effect images corresponding to the set values can be prepared and displayed according to the set values. Furthermore, in addition to a setting that is more advantageous for the player as the set value becomes larger, depending on the set value, for example, the characteristics of the game may vary depending on whether the set value is an odd number or an even number. . For example, when the set value is an odd number, it is easy to win the transition to the ART state, but the duration of the ART state is relatively short, and when the set value is an even number, the ART value is compared to when the set value is an odd number. Although it is difficult to win the transition to the state, the setting may be made such that the duration of the ART state becomes longer than when the set value is an odd number. In such a case, the setting suggestion effect may be performed with different effect images depending on whether the set value is an even number or an odd number.

  The timing for performing the setting suggestion effect is performed as a background image of a result display at the end of a bonus or ART, or as a background image in a normal game or an image inserted at an arbitrary timing in a normal state. Can do.

  Hereinafter, based on FIG. 44, a setting suggestion effect in which two types of effect images are prepared, when the set value is an even number and when the set value is other than “1” or “2”, is displayed as a background image of the result display. An example of this will be described.

  In the result display, when the bonus or ART ends, the number of games in which the bonus or ART continues, the number of medals paid out during that time, and the like are displayed. In the example of FIG. 44, a setting suggestion effect is implemented by displaying an effect image corresponding to the set value as the background image of the result display. When the set value is an even number, as a result display when the bonus or ART ends, an effect image corresponding to the even set value is displayed as a background image as shown in FIG. A setting suggestion effect is displayed in which the number of games played and the number of payouts are displayed. When the set value is other than “1” or “2”, as a result display when the bonus or ART ends, as shown in FIG. 44B, the set value is “1” or “2”. An effect image corresponding to a case other than the above is displayed as a background image, and a setting suggestion effect is displayed in which the number of continued games and the number of payouts are displayed. Thus, in the example shown in FIG. 44, the set value is suggested with a certain probability according to the number of persons displayed in the setting suggestion effect.

  Thus, by performing the setting suggestion effect as shown in FIG. 44 (a), the player expects gameability by detecting that the setting value is an even number or expecting the possibility. Therefore, the playability is further improved. In addition, by performing the setting suggestion effect as shown in FIG. 44B, the player can predict that the setting value is other than “1” or “2” and the setting value is not low, A sense of expectation for the game is increased, and the gameability is further improved.

(Animation displayed on the liquid crystal display device 46 in the ART state)
Next, an animation displayed on the liquid crystal display device 46 in the ART state will be described with reference to FIG.

  In the ART state, as shown in FIG. 45, the number of games that can be played in the ART state, the number of games played in the ART state, and the number of medals acquired in the ART state are displayed on the liquid crystal display device 46. Further, the sub CPU 402 displays the order of stop operations of the stop buttons 11, 12, and 13 based on the information related to the winning area stored by the game information storage process of step S <b> 302-2 in the ART state.

  For example, when the information related to the winning area included in the reel rotation start acceptance command stored in the game information storage process in step S302 is “12”, the sub CPU 402 aligns the combinations of symbols related to the bell on the active line. Control for displaying on the liquid crystal display device 46 the order of the stop operation of the stop buttons 11, 12, 13. In this case, the player first operates the middle stop button 12, then operates the left stop button 11, and finally operates the right stop button 13, so that the combination of symbols related to the bell is placed on the active line. Can be displayed.

  In the present embodiment, the main CPU 301 constitutes a privilege determining unit of the present application.

  In the present embodiment, the sub CPU 402 constitutes the effect control means of the present application.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 46 comprises the effect implementation means of this application.

  Moreover, according to this embodiment, although the game machine used for a spinning-reel game machine (slot machine) was demonstrated, you may use for a pachinko game machine, a sparrow ball game machine, and an arrange ball game machine.

  For example, in a pachinko gaming machine, when it is reached that a bonus such as a big hit is given, an effect such as a story effect may be implemented until the lottery result is notified. In a story performance or the like, a character string such as a character corresponding to a title or line is displayed, and the degree of expectation that a privilege will be given is notified by the color of the character string. And when displaying these character strings, it is possible to increase the chance as described above. With such a configuration, even in a pachinko machine, after the player feels disappointed that the degree of expectation that benefits will be granted is low, the chance that the character color of the title will be more highly anticipated To increase the sense of expectation that the player feels due to the gap, and the willingness to continue the game is improved by the expectation by the story-like production, improving the interest and improving the motivation to continue the game Can do.

1 gaming machine 2 cabinet 3 front door 4 key hole 5a, 5b side lamp 6 medal slot 7 1BET button 7sw 1BET switch 8 MAX-BET button 8sw MAX-BET switch 9 settlement button 9sw settlement switch 10 start lever 10sw start switch 11 left stop Button 11sw Left stop switch 12 Middle stop button 12sw Middle stop switch 13 Right stop button 13sw Right stop switch 14 Stop button unit 15 Return button 16 Selector 16s Medal sensor 17a Left reel 17b Middle reel 17c Right reel 18 Production button 18sw Production button detection switch 19 Cross key 19 sw Cross key detection switch 20 Panel 21 Display windows 22a to 22j Production lamp 23 Start lamps 24a to 24c BET lamp 25 Number of stored sheets Indicators 26a to 26b Game status indicator lamp 27 Number of payout indicator 28 Insertion enable indicator lamp 29 Replay indicator lamps 30a to 30c Stop operation sequence indicator lamp 31 Lumbar panel 32 Sauce unit 33 Medal payout outlets 34a and 34b Lower speakers 35a and 35b Upper speaker 36 Setting display section 37 Setting change button 37sw Setting change switch 38 External concentration terminal board 39s Selector sensor 40s Reset key sensor 41s Door open sensor 42 Start lever effect lamp 43 Drive substrate 44 Effect device 45 General purpose substrate 46 Liquid crystal display device 50 First story production 51 Title 52 Title 53 Line 54 Line 55 "Continuation" character 56 Second story character production 57 "Continuation" character 58 Third story character production 59 "Victory" character 100 Reel control Plate 101-103 stepping motor 111s left reel sensor 112s in a reel sensor 113s right reel sensor 200 relay board 300 the main control board 301 the main CPU
302 Main ROM
303 Main RAM
304 Random number generator 305 I / F circuit 400 Sub control board 401 I / F circuit 402 Sub CPU
403 Random number generator 404 Sub ROM
405 Sub RAM
406 RTC device 410 Production control board 420 Image control unit 421 VDP
422 Liquid crystal control CPU
423 LCD control ROM
424 Liquid crystal control RAM
425 frame counter 426 CGROM
427 VRAM
428 Sound source IC
429 Sound source ROM
430 Lamp Control Unit 431 Lamp Control CPU
432 Lamp control ROM
433 Lamp control RAM
440 Amplifier control board 441 Lower speaker amplifier 442 Upper speaker amplifier 500 Power board 510 Power supply device 511 Power button 511sw Power switch 520 Hopper 530 Auxiliary reservoir 530s Auxiliary reservoir full sensor

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that can give a privilege to a player,
Privilege determining means for determining whether to grant the privilege;
Effect control means for determining whether or not to execute the effect and the content of the effect;
Effect execution means for executing the determined effect;
Have
The production control means includes
The expectation effect that expects the grant of the privilege, the low expectation aspect indicating that the possibility that the privilege is given is relatively low, and the high expectation that the possibility that the privilege is given is relatively high An expectation effect execution means that can be executed in any one of the expected degree aspects,
The expected production execution means
A gaming machine capable of changing the expectation effect from the low expectation aspect to the high expectation aspect as the expectation effect progresses.