JP2020048938A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of increasing game amusement.SOLUTION: After performing a bet operation, a slot machine 10 starts rotating reels 32L, 32M, 32R on the basis of operation of a start lever 41. The corresponding reels are stopped by operating stop switches 42 to 44, and a stop combination according to the lottery result may be stopped. When a specific opportunity occurs, setting is made so that a freeze performance is executed in a specific game subsequent to the game in which the specific opportunity has occurred. When a predetermined condition is satisfied in a situation where execution of the freeze performance is set, execution of the set freeze performance is canceled.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  Pachinko machines, slot machines and the like are known as a kind of gaming machines. In these gaming machines, a configuration is known in which an internal lottery is performed based on a predetermined lottery condition being satisfied, and a bonus is given to a player according to the result of the internal lottery.

  More specifically, when the start lever is operated in a situation in which a medal as a game medium is bet, an internal lottery is performed, the rotation of the reel is started, and the stop is performed during the rotation of the reel. When the switch is operated, the rotation of the reel stops. Then, when the reel stop result corresponds to the result of the internal lottery, a privilege according to the result is given (for example, see Patent Document 1).

JP 2008-295707 A

  Here, in the gaming machines exemplified above, it is necessary to improve the interest of the game, and there is still room for improvement in this regard.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above-described circumstances and the like, and has as its object to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of a game.

The present invention
A plurality of orbiting bodies in which a plurality of types of patterns are attached in the circumferential direction,
A display unit that makes a part of the pattern visible for each of the orbiting bodies,
Starting operation means by which the circling of each circulating body is started when operated;
Stop operation means for stopping rotation of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
A drive control unit that starts circling of each of the circulating bodies when the start operation unit is operated, and stops circling of each of the circulating bodies when the stop operation unit is operated.
Lottery means for performing a lottery on whether or not to grant a privilege to the player based on the operation of the start operation means,
When the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined result and the pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined result is stopped at an effective position visible through the display unit, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined result can be given. Privilege grant means,
A gaming machine comprising:
A normal game operation in which the drive control means starts the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the starting operation means is operated, and stops the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. age,
A specific drive control unit that controls each of the orbiting bodies such that a specific game operation in which start or progress of the normal game operation is limited is performed,
When a specific opportunity has occurred, a specific game operation setting means for setting the specific game operation to be performed in a specific game after the game in which the specific opportunity has occurred,
When the specific game is executed in a situation where the execution of the specific game operation is set by the specific game operation setting unit, a specific game operation execution unit that executes the specific game operation;
After the execution of the specific game operation is set by the specific game operation setting means and before the specific game operation is executed, the specific game operation execution is performed based on a predetermined condition being satisfied. Release means capable of releasing the setting of the specific game operation or the execution of the specific game operation by means,
It is characterized by having.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

It is a front view of the slot machine in one embodiment. It is a perspective view of the slot machine showing the state where the front door was closed. It is a perspective view of the slot machine showing the state where the front door was opened. It is a rear view of a front door. It is a front view of a housing. It is a figure showing the symbol arrangement of each reel. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the pattern which can be visually recognized from a display window, and an effective line. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the pattern which can be visually recognized from a display window, and an effective line. It is an explanatory view showing a relationship between a winning mode and a privilege to be given. It is an explanatory view showing a relationship between a winning mode and a privilege to be given. It is an explanatory view showing a relationship between a winning mode and a privilege to be given. FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating an electrical configuration of a main control device. FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating an electrical configuration of the display control device. 6 is a flowchart illustrating a timer interrupt process performed by a main control device. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a normal process performed by a main control device. It is a flowchart which shows a lottery process. It is a figure showing an example of the lottery table for the normal game state. It is a figure showing an example of a reach eye. It is a flowchart which shows a reel control process. It is an explanatory view showing the relationship between the operation sequence of the stop button and the winning mode that is established. It is an explanatory view for explaining stop control of a reel. It is a flowchart which shows RT state processing. It is a figure showing an example of the lottery table for the 1st RT state. It is an explanatory view showing the relationship between the operation sequence of the stop button and the winning mode that is established. It is a figure showing an example of the lottery table for the 2nd RT state. It is a figure showing an example of the lottery table for the 3rd RT state. It is a flowchart showing a bonus state process. It is an explanatory view showing the relationship between the operation sequence of the stop button and the winning mode that is established. It is a figure showing an example of the lottery table for BB state. It is explanatory drawing which shows the transition relation of each state. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an outline of a display mode. It is a flowchart which shows a lottery result correspondence process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st specific combination process. It is a flow chart which shows a 2nd specific combination processing. It is a flowchart showing a third specific combination process. It is a flowchart which shows the process for specialized zones. It is a figure for explaining a main result of performing a lottery about an instruction function, and a setting difference of a winning probability. It is a figure showing an example of a mode lottery table for a display mode shift. It is a figure showing an example of a precursor game number table. It is a figure showing an example of an additional game number lottery table. It is a figure showing an example of an additional lottery table. It is a flowchart which shows a mode transition notification process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the outline | summary of the press order notification effect performed by an auxiliary display part. It is a flowchart which shows a press order process. It is a flowchart which shows a winning result correspondence process. It is a flowchart which shows the game number management processing. It is a flowchart which shows an end determination process. It is a figure for explaining an outline of an instruction monitor and a section display. It is a flow chart which shows section display 1st processing. It is a flowchart which shows a section display 2nd process. It is a flowchart which shows the effect setting process by the display control apparatus of a sub side. It is a flowchart which shows the betting effect setting processing. It is a flowchart which shows the production effect setting process at the time of a start. It is a flowchart which shows the process for press order notification. It is a flowchart which shows the setting process of an additional effect. It is a flowchart which shows the effect setting process at the time of each stop operation. It is a figure showing the relation between information timing and an additional effect. It is a flowchart which shows the effect setting processing at the time of all the stops. It is a flowchart showing a bonus effect setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a transition trigger combination notification process. It is a flowchart which shows a continuous effect setting process. It is a figure which shows an example of the display effect by an auxiliary display part. It is a figure which shows an example of the display effect by an auxiliary display part. It is a figure which shows an example of the display effect by an auxiliary display part. It is a figure which shows an example of the display effect by an auxiliary display part. It is a figure which shows an example of the display effect by an auxiliary display part. It is an explanatory view for explaining an example of a continuous production. It is an explanatory view for explaining an example of a continuous production. It is a flowchart which shows an addition notification process. It is a figure for explaining the relation between the number of remaining games of an actual advantageous section and the number of remaining games on a display. It is a figure showing an example of a post loading lottery table. It is a figure showing an example of an addition information timing table. It is a flowchart which shows the process for postscript notification. It is a flowchart which shows the process for BB winning. (A) is a figure which shows an example of the distribution table of a freeze type, (b) is explanatory drawing for demonstrating an example of a freeze effect. It is a flow chart which shows VB mode winning processing. It is a flowchart which shows a rotation effect process. It is a flowchart which shows the process for freeze release. It is a flowchart which shows the pushing order notification process for reach eyes. It is an explanatory view for explaining the flow of the game regarding the freeze effect. 13 is a flowchart illustrating a freeze release process according to a first modification. It is an explanatory view for explaining the flow of the game concerning information. FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram for describing a mode of releasing a freeze in a second modification. (A) is a flowchart showing a reel control process in the second embodiment, and (b) is a flowchart showing a reach eye stop determination process. (A) is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process, and (b) is a flowchart showing a settlement switch corresponding process. It is a flowchart which shows the process for freeze release. It is an explanatory view for explaining the flow of the game regarding the freeze effect. It is a flowchart which shows the effect setting process in the modification 1. It is an explanatory view for explaining an example of the 1st information and the 2nd information. (A) is a flowchart showing a reel control process in the third embodiment, and (b) is a flowchart showing a freeze release process. (A) is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process, and (b) is a flowchart showing a settlement switch corresponding process. (A) is a flowchart showing a freeze return process, (b) is an explanatory diagram for explaining an operation example when the execution of the freeze effect is canceled, and (c) is an execution diagram for canceling the execution of the freeze effect. FIG. 14 is an explanatory diagram for describing an operation example when not performed. It is a flowchart which shows an effect setting process. It is an explanatory view for explaining the flow of the game regarding the freeze effect. It is an explanatory view for explaining the freeze production concerning a 4th embodiment. (A) is a flowchart showing a BB winning process, and (b) is a flowchart showing a first specific role process. It is a flowchart which shows the process for 6th freeze effect. It is a flowchart which shows a transition trigger combination notification process. It is a flowchart which shows a continuous effect setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the effect setting processing at the time of all the stops. It is an explanatory view for explaining a flow of a game when a continuous effect is executed. It is an explanatory view for explaining a flow of a game when a continuous effect is executed.

<First embodiment>
An embodiment in which the present invention is applied to a spinning-type gaming machine, which is a kind of gaming machine, specifically, a slot machine, will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. 1 is a front view of the slot machine 10, FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the slot machine 10 with the front door 12 closed, FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the slot machine 10 with the front door 12 open, and FIG. FIG. 5 is a front view of the housing 11, and FIG.

  As shown in FIGS. 1 to 5, the slot machine 10 includes a housing 11 forming an outer shell thereof. The housing 11 is formed in a box shape with an open front surface as a whole, and is attached to a so-called island facility by hitting a nail or the like when installed in a game hall.

  On the front side of the housing 11, a front door 12 is attached so as to be openable and closable. That is, the housing 11 is provided with a pair of upper and lower support shafts 13a and 13b on the left side when viewed from the front, and the front door 12 has bearing portions 14a at positions corresponding to the support shafts 13a and 13b. , 14b are provided. When the support shafts 13a and 13b are inserted into the bearing portions 14a and 14b, the front door 12 rotates around the opening / closing axis extending in the vertical direction connecting the support shafts 13a and 13b to the housing 11. It is movably supported, and the front opening side of the housing 11 can be opened or closed by the rotation of the front door 12. The front door 12 is locked by a locking device 20 provided on the rear surface thereof so that the front door 12 cannot be opened. A key cylinder 21 integrated with the locking device 20 is provided at the upper right end of the front door 12, and the locked state is released by a predetermined key operation on the key cylinder 21.

  A game panel 25 that informs a player of a game state is provided near the center of the front door 12. In the gaming panel 25, three vertically long display windows 26L, 26M, 26R are formed side by side, and the inside of the slot machine 10 is visible through the respective display windows 26L, 26M, 26R. The display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R may be combined into a single display window.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the inside of the housing 11 is divided into upper and lower parts by a partition plate 30, and a reel unit 31 constituting variable display means is mounted above the partition plate 30. The reel unit 31 includes a left reel 32L, a center reel 32M, and a right reel 32R formed in a cylindrical shape (annular shape). Each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is rotatably supported such that the central axis thereof is the rotation axis of the reel. The rotation axes of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are disposed on the same axis extending in a substantially horizontal direction, and the respective reels 32L, 32M, 32R correspond to the display windows 26L, 26M, 26R on a one-to-one basis. . Therefore, a part of the surface of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R can be visually recognized through the corresponding display windows 26L, 26M, 26R. When the reels 32L, 32M, 32R rotate forward, the surfaces of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are projected through the respective display windows 26L, 26M, 26R as if they were moving from top to bottom.

  Here, the configuration of the reel unit 31 will be briefly described.

  Each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is connected to a stepping motor, and each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R can be driven to rotate individually, that is, independently, by driving each stepping motor. . The stepping motor is set to rotate once by giving a drive signal of, for example, 504 pulses (hereinafter, also referred to as an excitation pulse), and the rotation position of the stepping motor, that is, the rotation position of the reel, is set by the excitation pulse. Controlled. In the reel unit 31, a reel index sensor for detecting that the reel has made one rotation is installed on each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R. When the reel index sensor detects that the reel has made one rotation, a detection signal is output to a main control device 101 described later each time the detection is performed. Therefore, main controller 101 determines the angular position of each of reels 32L, 32M, 32R for each rotation based on the detection signal of the reel index sensor and the number of excitation pulses output until the detection signal is input. It can be confirmed and corrected.

  On the outer peripheral surface of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R, a plurality of symbols as identification information are drawn in the long side direction (circumferential direction). More specifically, 21 symbols are drawn at equal intervals. Therefore, in order to switch a symbol at a predetermined position to the next symbol, it is necessary to output an excitation pulse of 24 pulses (= 504 pulses 励 21 symbols). Further, main controller 101 grasps a symbol visible from display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R based on the number of excitation pulses output after the detection signal of the reel index sensor is input, and displays the display window. Control for stopping a predetermined symbol at a position visible from 26L, 26M, 26R can be performed.

  Next, the symbols drawn on each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R will be described.

  FIG. 6 shows a symbol arrangement of the left reel 32L, the middle reel 32M, and the right reel 32R. As shown in the figure, 21 symbols are arranged in a line on each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R. Also, numbers 0 to 20 are assigned to the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R, respectively, and these numbers are symbols that can be visually recognized by the main controller 101 from the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R. Is not actually assigned to the reels 32L, 32M, 32R. However, the following description will be made using the numbers.

  The symbols include a “red bell” symbol (for example, the seventh on the left reel 32L), a “white bell” symbol (for example, the twentieth on the left reel 32L), and a “first replay” symbol (for example, the 19th on the left reel 32L). No.), "2nd replay" symbol (for example, 6th on left reel 32L), "Red 7" symbol (for example, 10th on left reel 32L), "watermelon" symbol (for example, 8th on left reel 32L) , "Cherry" symbol (for example, fourth on left reel 32L), "Black BAR" symbol (for example, eighteenth on left reel 32L), "White BAR" symbol (for example, seventeenth on left reel 32L), "LUCKY" There are eleven types of "design" (for example, the fifth on the left reel 32L) and "Youth" symbol (for example, the 0th on the left reel 32L). As shown in FIG. 6, the numbers and arrangement orders of various symbols are completely different in each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R.

  Each of the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R is formed such that three of the 21 symbols attached to the corresponding reel are such that the entire symbol can be visually recognized. Therefore, in a state where all the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are stopped, 3 × 3 = 9 symbols can be visually recognized through the display windows 26L, 26M, 26R.

  In the slot machine 10, the game result of each game is notified using a combination of three symbols, one symbol each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R, among the symbols that can be viewed. Since 3 × 3 = 9 symbols become visible as described above, as a combination of these three symbols, for example, as shown in FIG. 7, the upper symbols of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are connected. A combination of the symbols stopped on the upper line L1, a combination of the symbols stopped on the middle line L2 connecting the middle symbols of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R, and a combination of the lower symbols on the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. There is a combination of each symbol stopped at the lower line L3. Also, a combination of the respective symbols stopped on the lower right line L4 connecting the upper symbol of the left reel 32L, the middle symbol of the middle reel 32M, and the lower symbol of the right reel 32R, and the lower symbol of the left reel 32L and the middle symbol of the middle reel 32M. There is a combination of each symbol stopped at an upward line L5 connecting the symbol and the upper symbol of the right reel 32R. In addition, there is a combination of each symbol stopped at a bending line L6 connecting the upper symbol of the left reel 32L, the middle symbol of the middle reel 32M, and the middle symbol of the right reel 32R. The above-mentioned lines L1 to L5 are lines that are straight when the respective symbols are arranged, and the bent line L6 is a line where the symbols are bent in the middle when the respective symbols are arranged. In addition, as a combination of the respective symbols that stop at the line where the bending occurs, there is a combination other than the bending line L6, but the description is omitted here.

  Among these lines L1 to L6, a line activated by the number of medals and a line not activated are set, and when the symbols are stopped in a predetermined combination on the activated line, that is, the activated line. As a prize winning, a privilege for paying out a predetermined number of medals as game media is provided, or a privilege for shifting a gaming state is provided. On the other hand, if the symbols are stopped in a predetermined combination on a line that is not activated, a winning is not established and the above-mentioned benefit is not given.

  In the slot machine 10, only the lower right line L4 is regarded as an effective line as shown in FIG. 8A, and the lower line L3 and the lower right line L4 as shown in FIG. 8B. There are a case where the combination line is an effective line and a case where only the bent line L6 is an effective line as shown in FIG. More specifically, when the game is started with three medals bet, only the lower right line L4 is set as an active line, and when the game is started with two medals bet, the lower line is used. The line L3 and the lower right line L4 are effective lines. In addition, when the game is started with one bet, a bent line L6 alone is set as an active line. The three combination lines of the upper line L1, the middle line L2, and the rising line L5 are not regarded as valid lines. In the following, a game started by betting three medals is called a 3-bet game, a game started by betting two medals is called a 2-bet game, and a game started by betting one medal is started. Also called a 1-bet game.

  FIG. 9 to FIG. 11 are diagrams showing a correspondence relationship between a combination of symbols to be awarded and a privilege to be given in the event of a win.

  The small winning combinations in which the medals are paid out include first small winning combinations to 32nd small winning combinations.

  The "red bell" symbol or "white bell" symbol of the left reel 32L, the "red bell" symbol of the middle reel 32M, and the "red bell" symbol or "white bell" symbol of the right reel 32R are on the active line. If stopped, the first small role prize is won. When the first small winning combination is established, nine medals are paid out in the 3-bet game, and 15 medals are paid out in the 2-bet game.

  The second to 26th small winning combinations have different winning combinations, but in the three-bet game, the "red bell" or "white bell" symbol on the left reel 32L and the middle reel 32M. A "white BAR" design, a "red 7" design, a "cherry" design, a "white bell" design or a "LUCKKY" design, and a "white BAR" design, a "youth" design, a "white bell" design on the right reel 32R, The “red 7” symbol or the “second replay” symbol is a winning mode in which the “bell” symbol of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R stops on the upper line L1. For example, the "red bell" symbol or the "white bell" symbol of the left reel 32L stops at the upper stage, the "cherry" symbol of the middle reel 32M stops at the middle stage, and the "white BAR" symbol of the right reel 32R stops at the lower stage. In this case, an eighth small role prize is won. As shown in FIG. 6, the “cherry” symbol (No. 11) and the “Red Bell” symbol are arranged at a position adjacent to the upstream (No. 12) on the middle reel 32M, and the right reel 32R has A "red bell" symbol is arranged at a position (no. 20) one symbol away from the "white BAR" symbol (no. 18) on the upstream side. For this reason, when the eighth small winning combination is established on the downward-sloping line L4, the "red bell" symbol or the "white bell" symbol on the left reel 32L, the "red bell" symbol on the middle reel 32M, and the right The "red bell" symbol on the reel 32R stops on the upper line L1. When the second small winning combination to the 26th small winning combination is established, three medals are paid out in the 3-bet game, and 14 medals are paid out in the 2-bet game.

  The 27th small winning combination is a winning combination determined as a predetermined reel among the reels 32L, 32M, 32R based on a stop symbol of the left reel 32L. Specifically, the "cherry" of the left reel 32L is determined. When the symbol stops in the upper or lower tier, the 27th small prize winning is established. In this case, the stop symbols of the middle reel 32M and the right reel 32R do not affect the winning determination. In other words, regardless of the stop symbols of the middle reel 32M and the right reel 32R, the "cherry" symbol on the left reel 32L stops or stops, that is, the "cherry" symbol or the "second replay" symbol is on the activated line. By stopping, the 27th small winning combination is established. When the 27th small win is established, three medals are paid out in the 3-bet game, and 15 medals are paid out in the 2-bet game.

  The 28th small win is a case where the "Cherry" symbol on the left reel 32L stops at the upper or lower stage, and is a prize mode in which the "Cherry" symbol stops on the right-downline L4. More specifically, a "cherry" symbol or "second replay" symbol on the left reel 32L, a "red bell" symbol, a "white bell" symbol or "cherry" symbol on the middle reel 32M, a "cherry" symbol on the right reel 32R, When the "1st replay" symbol or the "2nd replay" symbol stops, the 28th small win is awarded. When the 28th small win is established, three medals are paid out in the 3-bet game, and 14 medals are paid out in the 2-bet game.

  A supplementary explanation of the relationship between the 27th small win and the 28th small win is as follows. When the "cherry" symbol or the "second replay" symbol on the left reel 32L stops, regardless of the stop symbols on the middle reel 32M and the right reel 32R. Although the 27th small win is established, the 28th small win may be established instead of the 27th small win depending on the stop symbols of the middle reel 32M and the right reel 32R. That is, although the prize mode of the 27th small role prize includes the prize mode of the 28th small role prize, the 27th small role prize and the 28th small role prize are clearly distinguished from each other, and the prize determination is performed. Is performed.

  The 29th small win is a winning mode in which the “watermelon” symbol on the left reel 32L, the “watermelon” symbol on the middle reel 32M, and the “watermelon” symbol on the right reel 32R stop on the activated line. In other words, when the lower right line L4 is an effective line, the "watermelon" symbol stops at the lower right to complete the 29th small win. When the 29th small role prize is established, five medals are paid out in the 3-bet game, and 14 medals are paid out in the 2-bet game.

  The 30th small winning combination is a winning mode in which the “watermelon” symbol on the left reel 32L, the “watermelon” symbol on the middle reel 32M, and the “watermelon” symbol on the right reel 32R stop on the upper line L1. More specifically, if the “watermelon” symbol on the left reel 32L, the “red bell” symbol on the middle reel 32M, and the “red bell” symbol on the right reel 32R stop on the payline, the 30th small Wins a role. When the 30th small win is established, five medals are paid out in the 3-bet game, and 14 medals are paid out in the 2-bet game.

  "Black BAR" symbol, "Youth" symbol, "watermelon" symbol, "first replay" symbol on the left reel 32L, "Red Bell" symbol on the middle reel 32M, and "Red Bell" symbol or "White" on the right reel 32R. When the "bell" symbol and the symbol stop on the activated line, the 31st small win is awarded. When the 31st small win is established, nine medals are paid out in the 3-bet game, and 15 medals are paid out in the 2-bet game.

  In the case of winning the 32nd small win to the 35th small win, in the case of a 3-betting game, three medals are paid out, and in the 2-bet game, 14 medals are paid out.

  The 36th small role prize is obtained when the player operates the stop switches 42 to 44 for the “watermelon” symbol on each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R, for example, when the left reel 32L and the middle reel 32M, or the left reel 32L. In this case, the “watermelon” symbol on the right reel 32R stops on the activated line, while the “watermelon” symbol on the remaining reels does not stop on the activated line. When the 36th small win is established, three medals are paid out in the 3-bet game, and 15 medals are paid out in the 2-bet game.

  A "red bell" or "white bell" symbol on the left reel 32L, a "black BAR" symbol, a "watermelon" symbol, a "cherry" symbol on the middle reel 32M, and a "red bell" symbol, "white" on the right reel 32R. If the "bell" symbol and the "youth" symbol stop on the active line, the 37th small win is achieved. As shown in FIG. 6, on the left reel 32L, a “second replay” symbol is arranged at a position adjacent to the “red bell” symbol (number 7) on the downstream side (number 6). The "1st replay" symbol is arranged at a position adjacent to the "bell" symbol (3rd, 12th, 15th, 20th) on the downstream side (2nd, 11th, 14th, 19th). On the right reel 32R, the main “red bell” symbols (No. 2, 5, 12, and 20) and “1st, 6th, 16th, 0th” adjacent to the upstream position A “replay” symbol or a “second replay” symbol is arranged, and a “first replay” symbol is arranged at a position adjacent to the “white bell” symbol (number 10) on the upstream side (number 11). For this reason, when the 37th small win is established on the downward-sloping line L4, mainly, while the “bell” symbol and the “replay” symbol are tempered on the left reel 32L and the right reel 32R, the middle reel 32M The "bell" symbol and the "replay" symbol do not stop. When the 37th small win is established, three medals are paid out in the 3-bet game, and 15 medals are paid out in the 2-bet game.

  A "white BAR" symbol, a "youth" symbol, a "watermelon" symbol, a "first replay" symbol on the left reel 32L, a "red bell" symbol on the middle reel 32M, and a "first replay" symbol on the right reel 32R, When the “watermelon” symbol and the “black BAR” symbol stop on the activated line, the 38th small role prize is won. If the player operates the left stop switch at the timing when the number 4 "Cherry" symbol of the left reel 32L reaches the upper stage to the lower stage in the 3-bet game, if the 38th small win is established, the left The “red bell” symbol on the reel 32L, the “red bell” symbol on the middle reel 32M, and the “red bell” symbol or “white bell” symbol on the right reel 32R stop on the middle line L2. When the 38th small win is established, three medals are paid out in the 3-bet game, and 15 medals are paid out in the 2-bet game.

  When the "red bell" symbol or the "white bell" symbol of the left reel 32L, the "red bell" symbol of the middle reel 32M, and the "black BAR" symbol of the right reel 32R stop on the activated line, The 39th small role prize is won. The 39th small role winning is a winning mode established only in the 3-bet game. When the 39th small role winning is achieved, nine medals are paid out.

  When the “red bell” symbol or “white bell” symbol of the left reel 32L, the “red bell” symbol of the middle reel 32M, and the “red 7” symbol of the right reel 32R stop on the activated line, The 40th small role prize is won. The 40th small win is a winning mode established only in the 3-bet game. When the 40th small win is established, nine medals are paid out.

  If the “watermelon” symbol on the left reel 32L, the “black BAR” symbol or “cherry” symbol on the middle reel 32M, and the “watermelon” symbol on the right reel 32R stop on the activated line, the 41st small Wins a role. When the 41st small win is established, three medals are paid out in the 3-bet game, and 14 medals are paid out in the 2-bet game.

  The prize to which the re-game privilege that allows the player to play the next game without inserting a medal is provided includes a first re-game prize to an eleventh re-game prize. Also, when the second re-game winning is established, the gaming state shifts to the first RT state, and when the third re-game winning is established, the gaming state shifts to the second RT state, and the fourth re-gaming is performed. When a prize or a fifth re-game prize is established, the gaming state shifts to the third RT state.

  The state transition prize in which only the transition of the gaming state is performed includes a first BB prize, a second BB prize, and a CB prize.

  When the "red 7" symbol on each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R stops on the activated line, the first BB wins, and when the "white BAR" symbol on each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R stops on the activated line. Will be a second BB prize. When these BB winnings are established, the gaming state shifts to the BB state. Also, a "red bell" symbol or a "white bell" symbol on the left reel 32L, a "red bell" symbol on the middle reel 32M, a "watermelon" symbol, a "first replay" symbol, and a "black BAR" on the right reel 32R. If the symbol stops on the activated line, a CB winning is achieved. When the CB winning is established, the gaming state shifts to the CB state.

  In addition, although different from winning, there is a stop roll in which the gaming state shifts to the first RT state. Specifically, a "red bell" symbol or a "white bell" symbol on the left reel 32L, a "white BAR" symbol, a "LUCKY" symbol, a "red 7" symbol, a "white bell" symbol, a "white bell" symbol on the middle reel 32M. When the “cherry” symbol, the “watermelon” symbol and the “first replay” symbol on the right reel 32R stop on the activated line, the gaming state shifts to the first RT state. Also, a "red bell" symbol or a "white bell" symbol on the left reel 32L, a "red bell" symbol on the middle reel 32M, a "white BAR" symbol, a "youth" symbol, a "white bell" symbol on the right reel 32R. , The “red 7” symbol and the “second replay” symbol also stop on the activated line, the game state shifts to the first RT state. Hereinafter, a combination of the above symbols is referred to as a transition outcome.

  On the lower left side of the game panel 25, a start lever 41 operated to start rotation of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is provided. The start lever 41 constitutes start operation means or start operation means operated to start rotation of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R, that is, to start variable display of symbols. When the start lever 41 is operated in a state where a predetermined number of medals are inserted, each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R starts rotating.

  On the right side of the start lever 41, button-shaped stop switches 42 to 44 that are operated to individually stop the rotating reels 32L, 32M, 32R are provided. The stop switches 42 to 44 are respectively disposed immediately below the display windows 26L, 26M, 26R corresponding to the reels 32L, 32M, 32R to be stopped.

  The stop switches 42 to 44 are connected to stop detection sensors 42a to 44a (FIG. 12), respectively, and the stop detection sensors 42a to 44a are connected to a main controller 101 described later. Then, main controller 101 recognizes that stop switches 42 to 44 have been operated based on the detection signals from stop detection sensors 42a to 44a. Specifically, when the stop switches 42 to 44 are not operated, a detection signal of a LOW signal is output from the stop detection sensors 42a to 44a, and when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated, The detection signal switches from the LOW signal to the HI signal. The main controller 101 grasps the switching of the signal and grasps that the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated. When the main control device 101 recognizes that the stop switches 42 to 44 have been operated, it controls to stop the rotation of the reel corresponding to the operated switch.

  That is, when the left stop switch 42 is operated, the rotation of the left reel 32L is stopped, and when the middle stop switch 43 is operated, the rotation of the middle reel 32M is stopped, and the right stop switch 44 is operated. In this case, the rotation of the right reel 32R stops. The stop switches 42 to 44 constitute stop operation means operated to stop variable display of symbols based on rotation of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R.

  On the lower right side of the display windows 26L, 26M, 26R, a medal insertion slot 45 for inserting medals is provided. The medal slot 45 constitutes an input means for inputting a game medium. In addition, if attention is paid to the fact that the medal insertion slot 45 involves an operation of directly inserting a medal by a player, it can be said that the medal insertion port 45 constitutes a direct input unit for directly inputting a game medium.

  The medals inserted from the medal insertion slot 45 are guided to either the storage passage 47 or the discharge passage 48 by a selector 46 provided as a passage switching means provided on the back of the front door 12. More specifically, the selector 46 is provided with a medal passage switching solenoid 46a. When the medal passage switching solenoid 46a is not excited, the medal is guided to the discharge passage 48 side. When the medal passage switching solenoid 46a is excited, the medal is switched. Is guided to the storage passage 47 side. The medals guided to the storage passage 47 are guided to a hopper device 51 housed inside the housing 11. On the other hand, the medals guided to the discharge passage 48 are guided to a medal tray 50 from a medal discharge port 49 provided at a lower part of the front surface of the front door 12 and returned to the player.

  The hopper device 51 includes a storage tank 52 that stores medals, and a payout device 53 that pays out medals to a player. The payout device 53 discharges medals to an opening 48a provided in the discharge passage 48 by rotating a medal payout rotating plate (not shown), and pays out medals to the medal tray 50 through the discharge passage 48. It has become. Further, on the right side of the hopper device 51, a spare tank 54 is provided to prevent a predetermined amount or more of medals from being stored in the storage tank 52. Inside the storage tank 52 of the hopper device 51, a guide plate 52a for discharging medals from the storage tank 52 to the spare tank 54 is provided. Therefore, when medals are stored at a height equal to or higher than the height at which the guide plate 52a is provided, the medals are stored in the spare tank 54.

  Below the medal slot 45, a button-shaped return switch 55 is provided. When the return switch 55 is operated in a situation where the medals inserted into the medal slot 45 are stuck in the selector 46, the selector 46 is mechanically operated in conjunction with the medal, and the medals stuck in the selector 46 are medaled. It is designed to be returned from the outlet 49.

  A first credit insertion switch 56 for inserting three credited virtual medals as game media at a time is provided on the lower left side of the display windows 26L, 26M, 26R. A second credit switch 57 is provided to the right of the first credit switch 56, and a third credit switch 58 is provided to the left of the first credit switch 56. The second credit insertion switch 57 is for inserting one virtual medal, and the third credit insertion switch 58 is for inserting two virtual medals at a time. Each of the credit insertion switches 56 to 58 constitutes an input means for inputting a game medium together with the medal insertion slot 45. Also, note that while the medal insertion slot 45 involves an operation of directly inserting a medal by the player, each of the credit insertion switches 56 to 58 merely involves an operation of inserting a virtual medal based on the storage memory. For example, it can be said that it constitutes an indirect input means for indirectly inputting a game medium.

  Between the first credit input switch 56 and the second credit input switch 57, an effect switch 66 that is operated when an effect occurs is provided. That is, the first credit input switch 56 and the third credit input switch 58 are provided on the left side of the effect switch 66, and the second credit input switch 57 is provided on the right side of the effect switch 66. I have.

  A settlement switch 59 is provided on the left side of the start lever 41. That is, the slot machine 10 has a credit function of storing and storing surplus inserted medals and payout medals at the time of winning as a virtual medal until a predetermined maximum value (50 medals) is reached. When the settlement switch 59 is operated in the state where the data is stored and stored, the virtual medal is paid out from the medal outlet 49 as a real medal. In this case, paying attention to the function of paying out the credited virtual medals as real medals, it can be said that the settlement switch 59 constitutes a settlement operation means for actually paying out the game media stored and stored.

  Below the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R of the game panel 25, a credit display unit 60 that displays the number of virtual medals that have been credited, and a remaining payout number that displays the remaining number of medals to be paid out until the BB state ends. A display section 61 and a payout number display section 62 for displaying the number of medals paid out at the time of winning are provided. Although these display units 60 to 62 are constituted by seven-segment displays, they can be replaced by liquid crystal displays or the like.

  A push order indicator for notifying the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 and a notification of the operation order below the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R of the game panel 25 and to the right of the number-of-payouts display portion 62. There is provided a section display for indicating a favorable section which is a section in which the winning rate of the small role is changed and the game can proceed in a situation advantageous to the player, and an instruction monitor 68 having the section display. The instruction monitor 68 will be described later in detail.

  On the upper part of the front door 12, an upper lamp 63 that lights or flashes as the game progresses, and a pair of right and left that emits various sound effects as the game progresses and informs the player of the game state. Speaker 64 and an auxiliary display section 65 for giving various information to the player. The auxiliary display unit 65 is for performing various display effects as the game progresses, and the game using the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R can be considered to be the main display unit. This is referred to as an auxiliary display section 65. On the back of the auxiliary display unit 65, a display control device 81 for driving the upper lamp 63, the speaker 64, and the auxiliary display unit 65 is provided.

  A power supply box 70 is provided inside the housing 11 to the left of the hopper device 51. The power supply box 70 accommodates a power supply device 91 therein and includes a power switch 71, a reset switch 72, a setting key insertion hole 73, and the like. The power switch 71 is a start switch for supplying power to each unit including the main control device 101. The reset switch 72 is a switch for resetting an error state of the slot machine 10. Further, the setting key insertion hole 73 is used by a hall manager or the like to adjust the medal pitching. That is, the hole manager or the like inserts a setting key into the setting key insertion hole 73 and performs an ON operation, whereby the winning probability (set value) of the slot machine 10 can be set. The reset switch 72 is operated not only when resetting the error state, but also when changing the winning probability of the slot machine 10.

  Above the reel unit 31, a main control device 101 for integrally managing a game is attached to the housing 11.

  Next, an electrical configuration of the slot machine 10 will be described with reference to block diagrams of FIGS.

  The main controller 101 is equipped with a microcomputer centered on a CPU 102 which is an arithmetic processing means. In addition to the power supply 91, a clock circuit 103 that outputs a rectangular wave of a predetermined frequency, an input / output port 104, and the like are connected to the CPU 102 via an internal bus. The main control device 101 functions as a main base built in the slot machine 10.

  The input side of the main controller 101 includes a reel unit 31 (more specifically, a reel index sensor that individually detects that each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R has made one rotation), and a start detection sensor that detects an operation of the start lever 41. 41a, stop detection sensors 42a to 44a for individually detecting the operation of each of the stop switches 42 to 44, an inserted medal detection sensor 45a for detecting medals inserted from the medal insertion slot 45, and detecting medals paid out from the hopper device 51. A payout detection sensor 51a, a first credit insertion detection sensor 56a for individually detecting the operation of the first credit insertion switch 56, a second credit insertion detection sensor 57a for individually detecting the operation of the second credit insertion switch 57, a third credit Detecting the operation of the closing switch 58 individually 3-credit insertion sensor 58a, settlement detection sensor 59a for detecting operation of settlement switch 59, reset detection sensor 72a for detecting operation of reset switch 72, setting key inserted into setting key insertion hole 73, and ON operation performed Various sensors, such as a setting key detection sensor 73a, for detecting an error are connected, and signals from these sensors are output to the CPU 102 via the input / output port 104.

  A power supply 91 is connected to the input side of the main controller 101 via an input / output port 104. The power supply unit 91 includes a power supply unit 91a that supplies driving power to each electronic device of the slot machine 10 including the main control unit 101, a power failure monitoring circuit 91b, and the like.

  The power supply unit 91a is connected to, for example, a commercial power supply (external power supply) in a game hall or the like. Then, based on the external power supplied from the commercial power supply, the operating power of the main control device 101 and the display control device 81 and the like described below is generated, and the generated operating power is used for the main control device 101 and the display control device 81 and the like To supply.

  The power failure monitoring circuit 91b monitors the power supply cutoff state, and generates a power failure signal when the power supply is cut off by the power supply switch 71 as well as when the power supply is cut off (the external power supply is cut off). For this reason, the power failure monitoring circuit 91b monitors the stabilized drive voltage of 12 VDC in this example output from the power supply unit 91a, and determines that the power has been cut off when the drive voltage has dropped to, for example, less than 10 volts. And a power failure signal is output. The power failure signal is supplied to each of the CPU 102 and the input / output port 104, and the CPU 102 recognizes the power failure signal and executes a power failure process described later. The power failure signal is also supplied to the display control device 81.

  The power supply unit 91a is configured to output a stabilized voltage of 5 volts used as a drive voltage in a control system such as the main control device 101 even when the output voltage drops to less than 10 volts. As a time during which the stabilized voltage is output, a time sufficient for executing the power failure process by the main control device 101 is secured.

  On the output side of the main controller 101, a reel unit 31 (more specifically, a stepping motor for rotating each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R), a medal passage switching solenoid 46a provided in the selector 46, a hopper device 51, a credit A display unit 60, a remaining payout number display unit 61, a payout number display unit 62, an instruction monitor 68, a display control device 81, an external centralized terminal plate 121 capable of transmitting information to a hole management device (not shown), and the like are connected via an input / output port 104. Connected.

  The above-mentioned CPU 102 has a ROM 105 storing various control programs executed by the CPU 102 and fixed value data, and a work area for temporarily storing various data when executing the control programs stored in the ROM 105. In addition to the RAM 106 for securing the data, various processing circuits necessary for the slot machine 10, such as an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, a data transmission / reception circuit, and a credit counter for counting the number of credits. Various counters are built in. The ROM 105 and the RAM 106 constitute a main memory as storage means, and a program for executing various processes is stored in the ROM 105 as a part of a control program.

  The RAM 106 has a configuration in which a backup voltage is supplied from the power supply 91 and data can be retained (backed up) even after the power of the slot machine 10 is cut off. The RAM 106 includes a memory for temporarily storing various data, a winning flag storage area 106a for storing a lottery result of winning combinations, and stop information used when performing stop control of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. A backup area is provided in addition to a stop information storage area 106b for storing the game state, a state information storage area 106c for storing a game state such as a BB state, and the like.

  The backup area is an area for storing the value of the stack pointer at the time of power interruption (including power interruption by operating the power switch 71. The same applies hereinafter) when the power is interrupted due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. Yes, when the power failure is turned off (including turning on the power by operating the power switch 71. The same applies hereinafter), the state of the slot machine 10 can be returned to the state before the power was shut off based on the information of the backup area. . Writing to the backup area is executed when the power is turned off by a power failure process (see FIG. 14), and restoration of each value written to the backup area is executed in the main process when the power is turned on.

  In addition, a power failure signal from the power failure monitoring circuit 91b is input to an NMI terminal (non-maskable interrupt terminal) of the CPU 102 when the power is cut off due to a power failure or the like. When the power is cut off, an NMI interrupt process as a power failure flag generation process is immediately executed.

  As shown in FIG. 13, the display control device 81 is equipped with a microcomputer mainly including a CPU 181 which is an arithmetic processing unit. The CPU 181 includes a ROM 182 that stores various control programs executed by the CPU 181 and fixed value data, and a work area that temporarily stores various data when executing the control programs stored in the ROM 182. A RAM 183 and the like for securing the information are incorporated.

  The display control device 81 is provided with an input / output port (not shown), the main control device 101 is connected to the input side, and the upper lamp 63, the speaker 64, and the auxiliary display unit 65 are connected to the output side. I have. Then, based on various commands input from the main controller 101, the upper lamp 63, the speaker 64, and the auxiliary display unit 65 are drive-controlled. That is, the display control device 81 is a sub-base that executes auxiliary control in relation to the main control device 101 that is a main base that comprehensively manages the game. That is, by providing a sub-base for sounds, lamps, and displays related to indirect games, the burden on the main base is reduced.

  An effect switch 66 (more specifically, an effect switch detection sensor that detects an operation of the effect switch 66) is connected to an input side of the display control device 81. In addition, the various display units 60 to 62 and 68 may be configured to be driven and controlled by the display control device 81.

  Subsequently, each control process executed by the CPU 102 of the main control device 101 will be described. The processing of the CPU 102 is roughly divided into a main processing started upon power-on, a timer interrupt processing started periodically (in the present embodiment, at a period of 1.49 msec), and a power failure signal to the NMI terminal. There is an NMI interrupt process that is started in response to the input of "." Hereinafter, of these processes, processes relating to the progress of the game, that is, timer interrupt processes and normal processes performed in the main process will be described.

  FIG. 14 is a flowchart of a timer interrupt process that is periodically executed by the main controller 101. The CPU 102 of the main controller 101 generates a timer interrupt every 1.49 msec, for example.

  First, in the register save processing shown in step S101, the values of all registers in the CPU 102 used in the later-described normal processing are saved in the backup area of the RAM 106. In step S102, it is confirmed whether or not the power failure flag is set. If the power failure flag is set, the process proceeds to step S103 to execute the power failure processing.

  Here, an outline of the power failure process will be described.

  When the power is cut off due to a power failure or the like, a power failure signal is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 91b of the power supply device 91, and the power failure signal is input to the main control device 101 via the NMI terminal. When a power failure signal is input, main controller 101 immediately executes an NMI interrupt process and sets a power failure flag in a power failure flag storage area provided in RAM 106.

  In the power failure process, first, it is determined whether or not the transmission of the command has been completed. If the transmission has not been completed, the present process is terminated, the process returns to the timer interrupt process, and the transmission of the command is terminated. If the transmission of the command has been completed, the value of the stack pointer of the CPU 102 is stored in the backup area of the RAM 106. Thereafter, the output state of the output port at the input / output port 104 is cleared, and all actuators (not shown) are turned off. Then, a RAM determination value for determining whether the data in the RAM 106 is normal at the time of the blackout is calculated and stored in the backup area, thereby prohibiting the subsequent RAM access. After performing the above processing, an infinite loop is entered in preparation for the case where the power supply is completely shut down and the processing cannot be executed. In consideration of, for example, a case where the power failure flag is set erroneously due to noise or the like, it is confirmed whether or not the power failure signal is being output until an infinite loop is entered. If the power failure signal has not been output, it means that the device has recovered from the power failure state. Therefore, writing to the RAM 106 is permitted, the power failure flag is reset, and the process returns to the timer interrupt process. If the output of the power failure signal is continuously performed, the operation enters an infinite loop. Incidentally, it is confirmed whether or not the power failure signal is output even under the infinite loop. If the power failure signal is no longer output, the process shifts to the main processing.

  Returning to the description of the timer interrupt process, if the power failure flag is not set in step S102, various processes from step S104 are performed.

  That is, in step S104, a clearing process of the watchdog timer for initializing the value of the watchdog timer for monitoring the occurrence of a malfunction is performed. In step S105, an interrupt end declaration process for enabling the next timer interrupt to be set for the CPU 102 itself is performed. In step S106, in order to rotate each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R, a stepping motor control process for driving the stepping motors, which are the respective drum drive motors, is performed. In step S107, the state of various sensors (see FIG. 12) such as the stop detection sensors 42a to 44a, the inserted medal detection sensor 45a, and the payout detection sensor 51a connected to the input / output port 104 is read, and whether the read result is normal or not is determined. Sensor monitoring processing for monitoring whether In step S108, a timer calculation process for subtracting the value of each counter or timer is performed. In step S109, a counter process of outputting the result of counting the number of medals bet and the number of payouts to the external centralized terminal board 121 is performed.

  In step S110, a command output process of transmitting various commands such as a lottery result command described later to the display control device 81 is performed. In step S111, segment data setting processing for setting segment data displayed on the credit display unit 60, the remaining payout number display unit 61, and the payout number display unit 62 is performed. In step S112, the segment data set in the segment data setting process is supplied to each of the display units 60 to 62, 68 to perform a segment data display process of displaying the corresponding numbers, symbols, and the like. In step S113, a port output process for outputting data corresponding to the I / O device from the input / output port 104 is performed. In step S114, the value of each register saved in the backup area in step S101 is returned to the corresponding register in the CPU 102. Thereafter, in step S115, an interrupt permitting process for permitting the next timer interrupt is performed, and the series of timer interrupt processes ends.

  Next, a normal process for performing main control related to a game will be described with reference to a flowchart of FIG.

  First, in step S201, an interrupt permitting process for permitting the next timer interrupt is performed. In step S202, pre-start processing for enabling the game is performed. In the pre-start processing, the process waits until the display control device 81 or the like completes the initialization. When the initialization of the display control device 81 and the like is completed, a game management process shown in steps S203 to S215 is performed.

  In the game management process, in step S203, data such as various game information stored in the RAM 106 (for example, a random number value used in a previous game) is cleared. Thereafter, in step S204, a start waiting process is performed.

  In the start waiting process, it is determined whether or not any re-game winning has been achieved in the previous game. If any of the replay winnings has been established, an automatic insertion process for automatically inserting the same number of virtual medals as the previous bet number is performed, and the start waiting process ends. Specifically, for example, when a re-game winning is achieved in a 3-bet game, processing for automatically inserting three virtual medals is performed, and when a re-game winning is achieved in a 1-bet game, one game is won. To automatically insert virtual medals.

  In the automatic insertion process, virtual medals are inserted without reducing the number of virtual medals displayed on the credit display unit 60. That is, when any re-game winning is established in the previous game, the player can play the current game without reducing the number of medals owned and without inserting medals.

  If none of the replay winnings has been established, a sensor abnormality confirmation process is performed to confirm whether or not an abnormality has occurred in the sensor reading result performed in the sensor monitoring process step S107 of the timer interruption process. If an abnormality has occurred, the slot machine 10 is set to an error state, and an abnormality occurrence process for notifying the occurrence of the error is performed. Such an error state is maintained until the reset switch 72 is operated. If the sensor read result is normal, it is determined whether or not the settlement switch 59 has been operated, and if the settlement switch 59 has been operated, a medal return process for paying out the same number of medals as the credited virtual medals. I do.

  At the time of the medal return process, a command indicating that the process is being executed or started is set and transmitted to the display control device 81. As a result, the display control device 81 recognizes that the medal return process is being executed, and displays characters such as “during settlement” on the auxiliary display unit 65, and outputs a predetermined sound effect from the speaker 64. . By performing such notification, the player can recognize that the medal return process (the settlement process) is being executed. The notification is continued until the medal return processing ends.

  After the end of the medal return process or when the settlement switch 59 is not operated, whether or not the medal insertion or the operation of the credit insertion switches 56 to 58 is performed between the previous start waiting process and the current start waiting process. Then, if any of them is performed, a medal insertion process for changing the bet number and the like is performed, and the start waiting process ends. If neither the insertion of medals nor the operation of the credit insertion switches 56 to 58 has been performed between the previous start waiting process and the present start wait process, the start wait process ends.

  After the end of the start waiting process, in a step S205, it is determined whether or not the number of medals bet has reached a specified number. In the present slot machine 10, "2" is set as the specified number in the CB state, and game states other than the CB state (specifically, the normal game state, the first RT state, the second RT state, the third RT state, the BB state) "1" and "3" are set as the prescribed numbers in (state). That is, in the CB state, an affirmative determination is made in step S205 on the condition that the bet number is “2”, and on the condition other than the CB state, the bet number is “1” or “3”. A positive determination is made in step S205. In other words, in a gaming state other than the CB state, if a medal is not bet or if the bet is "2" even if a bet is made, a negative determination is made in step S205. If the number of bets has not reached the specified number, the process returns to the start waiting process in step S204, and the processes after the sensor abnormality confirmation process are performed.

  If the bet number has reached the specified number, a mode transition notification process is executed in step S206. The transition notification processing will be described later in detail.

  After performing the processing in step S206, the bet command including the information on the processing result in step S206 and the information on the number of bets determined to be affirmative in step S205 is sent to the display control device 81 as the sub-side control device. Set as the output target of. The command set here is output to the display control device 81 in step S110 in the timer interrupt processing. The process of the display control device 81 that has received the bet command will be described later in detail.

  After executing the processing in step S207, it is determined in step S208 whether or not the start lever 41 has been operated. If the start lever 41 has not been operated, the process returns to the start waiting process in step S204, and the processes after the sensor abnormality confirmation process in the processes are performed.

  On the other hand, when the start lever 41 is operated, the game can be started when the start lever 41 is operated in a situation where a predetermined number of medals are bet. Indicates that a command has been issued. In such a case, in step S209, an effective line setting process of setting a combination line corresponding to the bet number as an effective line is performed. That is, in the 3-bet game, only the lower right line L4 is set as an active line, and in the 2-bet game, the lower line L3 and the lower right line L4 are set as active lines. In the 1-bet game, the bend line L6 is set as an effective line. In step S210, the medal path switching solenoid 46a is switched to a non-excited state to prohibit bet acceptance. Thereafter, the lottery process of step S211, the reel control process of step S212, the medal payout process of step S213, the RT state process of step S214, and the bonus state process of step S215 are sequentially executed, and the process returns to step S203.

  Next, the lottery process in step S211 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In step S301, a random number to be used when making a winning / non-winning determination is acquired. In this slot machine 10, when the start lever 41 is operated, the hardware circuit latches the value of the free-run counter at that time. The free-run counter generates random numbers from 0 to 65535. After confirming the operation of the start lever 41, the CPU 102 stores the value latched by the hardware circuit in the RAM 106. With this configuration, it is possible to quickly obtain a random number at the timing when the start lever 41 is operated, and it is possible to avoid problems such as synchronization. The hardware circuit of the slot machine 10 is configured to latch the value of the free-run counter each time the start lever 41 is operated.

  After obtaining the random number, in a step S302, a lottery table for performing the determination of winning / losing of the winning combination is selected. The slot machine 10 has six types of gaming states, which are roughly classified into a normal gaming state, a first RT state, a second RT state, a third RT state, a BB state, and a CB state. Each is set for the game state.

  That is, in step S302, the current gaming state of the slot machine 10 is determined based on the number of bets and the setting flag set in the state information storage area 106c, and a lottery table corresponding to the number of bets and the gaming state is selected. I do. For example, if the bet number is “3” and the setting flag is not set in the state information storage area 106c, it is determined that the current game state is the normal game state, and the normal game state lottery table is displayed. select. In the slot machine 10, six levels of winning probabilities from "Setting 1" to "Setting 6" are prepared in advance, and a setting key is inserted into a setting key insertion hole to perform an ON operation and perform a predetermined operation. Thereby, it is possible to set which of the winning probabilities the internal processing is executed. In step S302, the lottery table with the lowest expected medal payout value is selected when the setting state is “setting 1”, and the lottery table with the highest expected medal payout value is selected when the setting state is “setting 6”.

  Here, a supplementary description will be given of the process regarding the setting of the winning probability.

  The winning probability setting process is executed in a main process started by the main controller 101 when the power is turned on. More specifically, the setting process of the winning probability is performed when the power is turned on in a state where the setting key detection sensor 73a detects that the setting key is inserted into the setting key insertion hole and the ON operation is performed. Invoked after initialization processing. In the setting process of the winning probability, as a predetermined operation, the set value is updated one by one every time the start lever 41 is operated. For example, every time the start lever 41 is operated once, “Setting 1” → “Setting 2” The setting value is updated so that "Setting 3" → "Setting 4" → "Setting 5" → "Setting 6" → "Setting 1". Each set value is displayed on, for example, the credit display unit 60, and the display is updated each time the set value is updated. The set value at that time is set as the current set value based on the determination operation such as the setting key detection sensor 73a being turned off or the first credit insertion switch 56 being operated, and the like. The process of setting the winning probability ends. The display of the credit display unit 60 also ends based on the end of the winning probability setting process. The setting values set in the winning probability setting process are stored and held in the RAM 106 until the next winning probability setting process is started. In step S302, a process of selecting a lottery table is performed based on the stored set values.

  The lottery table will be briefly described. FIG. 17 is a normal game state lottery table selected in the normal game state of “Setting 3”. In the lottery table, index values IV are set, and each index value IV is uniquely associated with a winning combination and a point value PV is set.

  After selecting the lottery table, the index value IV is set to 1 in step S303, and a determination value DV used in determining whether or not a winning combination is set in subsequent step S304. In the determination value setting process, a new determination value DV is set by adding a point value PV corresponding to the current index value IV to the current determination value DV. In the first determination value setting process, the random number value obtained in step S301 is set as the current determination value DV, and a point value PV corresponding to 1, which is the current index value IV, is added to this random number value to generate a new value. The determination value is DV.

  After that, in step S305, it is determined whether or not the role corresponding to the index value IV is correct. In the determination of the winning or losing of the role, it is determined whether or not the determination value DV exceeds 65535. If it exceeds 65535, it is determined in step S306 whether any one of the first BB, the second BB, and the CB has been won. Specifically, it is determined whether or not an affirmative determination is made in step S305 with the index value IV (IV = 32 to 52) including any of the first BB, the second BB, and the CB. If an affirmative determination is made in step S306, a process of setting the corresponding bonus winning flag (first BB winning flag, second BB winning flag, CB winning flag) in the winning flag storage area 106a is performed in step S307. If a negative determination is made in step S306, or after the processing in step S307 is performed, in step S308, the winning flag of each small win according to the index value IV determined in step S305 is stored in the winning flag storage area. The processing for setting to 106a is executed. For example, if the determination value DV exceeds 65535 when IV = 32, the first BB winning flag is set in step S307, and the 28th small role winning flag, the 33rd small role winning flag, The 35 small role winning flag is set. If the determination value DV exceeds 65535 when IV = 15, a winning flag indicating that the small winning combination has been won in the 30th and 41st winning combinations is set in the winning flag storage area 106a in step S308.

  Incidentally, if the set winning flag is not a winning flag (first BB winning flag) indicating that the first BB has been won or a winning flag (second BB winning flag) indicating that the second BB has been won, the winning flag storage area 106a is displayed. The set winning flag is reset after the game in which the selected flag is set ends (see S203 in the normal processing). On the other hand, when the winning flag is the first BB winning flag or the second BB winning flag, these winning flags are reset on condition that the corresponding winning has been established. That is, the first BB winning flag and the second BB winning flag may be valid over a plurality of games.

  In steps S306 to S308 in a state where the first BB winning flag or the second BB winning flag is carried over, if a winning other than the first BB, the second BB, and the CB is won, the corresponding winning flag is set, and the first BB, the first BB, If a winning combination other than the second BB and CB has not been won, the corresponding winning flag is not set.

  That is, for example, in a state where the first BB winning flag has been carried over, for example, when the determination value DV exceeds 65535 when the index value IV is 32, the first BB winning flag is not set, and the 28th small role winning flag is set. , The 33rd small role winning flag and the 35th small role winning flag are set. Further, in a state where the first BB winning flag is carried over, for example, when the determination value DV exceeds 65535 when the index value IV is 33, the second BB winning flag is not set, and the 28th small role winning flag and the 33rd The small role winning flag and the 35th small role winning flag are set.

  In addition, a lottery table in a state where the first BB winning flag or the second BB winning flag is carried over is separately prepared, and in a state where the first BB winning flag or the second BB winning flag is carried over, the lottery processing is performed using the separately prepared lottery table. May be performed. In this case, in the separately prepared lottery table, each index value IV and point value PV may be set so as not to win the first BB, the second BB, and the CB.

  When the determination value DV does not exceed 65535 in step S305, it means that the role corresponding to the index value IV has been lost. In such a case, the index value IV is incremented by 1 in step S309, and in subsequent step S310, it is determined whether or not there is a role corresponding to the index value IV, that is, whether or not there is a target to be determined. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the incremented index value IV exceeds the maximum value of the index value IV set in the lottery table. If there is a determination target to be determined, the process returns to step S304, and the determination of the combination of the winning combination is continued. At this time, in step S304, the point value PV corresponding to the current index value IV is added to the determination value DV used for the previous combination determination (that is, the current determination value DV) to obtain a new determination value DV. In step S305, a winning combination determination is performed based on the determination value DV.

  By the way, in the case of judging the winning or losing of the hand using the lottery table shown in FIG. 17, the probability of winning in normal replay (probability of winning when IV = 1) is about 1 / 7.3, strong cherry The probability of winning on (the probability of winning at IV = 13) is about 1/300, and the probability of winning on the weak cherry (probability of winning at IV = 14) is about 1/183. is there. The probability of winning a strong watermelon (probability of winning when IV = 15) is about 1/300, and the probability of winning a weak watermelon (probability of winning when IV = 16) is about 218 minutes 1. The probability of winning the chance A (probability of winning when IV = 17) is about 1/25, and the probability of winning the chance B (probability of winning when IV = 18) is about 252. It's a fraction. The probability of winning the middle bell (probability of winning when IV = 19) is about 1/32800, and the probability of winning the bell of any question (probability of winning when IV = 20) is about 65500 minutes It is one. The probability of winning in the forward push bell 1, the forward push bell 2, the pinch push bell 1, and the pinch push bell 2 (the probability of winning in the case of IV = 21 to 24) is about 1/43, and the middle push bell, respectively. The probability of winning for 1, middle pressed bell 2, right pressed bell 1 and right pressed bell 2 (probability of winning when IV = 25 to 28) is about 11.8. The probability of winning in strong cherry duplication 1 (probability of winning when IV = 32) is about 1/21800, and the probability of winning in strong cherry duplication 2 (probability of winning in IV = 33) is Approximately 1 in 1800, probability of winning in weak cherry duplication 1 (probability of winning when IV = 34) is approximately 1/32800, probability of winning in weak cherry duplication 2 (in the case of IV = 35 The probability of winning) is about 1 / 32,800. The probability of winning the strong watermelon duplication 1 (probability of winning when IV = 36) is about 1/32800, and the probability of winning the strong watermelon duplication 2 (probability of winning when IV = 37) is It is about 1/32800. The probability of winning the weak watermelon duplication 1 (probability of winning when IV = 38) is about 1 in 65,500, and the probability of winning the weak watermelon duplication 2 (probability of winning when IV = 39) It is about 1 in 65,500. The probability of winning in the chance A overlap 1, the chance A overlap 2, the chance B overlap 1, and the chance B overlap 2 (the probability of winning when IV = 40 to 43) is about 1 / 32,800. The probability of winning in the middle bell overlap 1 and the middle bell overlap 2 (probability of winning when IV = 44, 45) is about 1/21800. The probability of winning the special lip A overlap 1 (probability of winning when IV = 46) is about 1/1010, the probability of winning the special lip A overlap 2 (probability of winning when IV = 47) ) Is about 1 in 1310. The probability of winning in special lip AB duplication 1 (probability of winning when IV = 48) is about 1/1010, and the probability of winning in special lip AB duplication 2 (probability of winning in IV = 49) ) Is about 1 in 1310. The probability that the first BB and the second BB are individually won (the probability of being won when IV = 50, 51) is about 1 / 32,800. The probability of winning the CB (probability of winning when IV = 52) is about 1 / 19.9. In addition, the probability of a miss not winning any role is approximately 1.96.

  In the lottery table for the normal gaming state, 0 is set for the point value PV of IV = 2 to 12, 29 to 31, 53 to 56. For this reason, in the normal gaming state, no win is made at these index values IV.

  After the winning flag is set in step S308, or when it is determined in step S310 that there is no target to be determined, it means that the determination of the winning or losing of the hand has been completed. In such a case, the process proceeds to step S311, and a lottery result corresponding process is performed. In the lottery result handling process, a process of determining whether or not to shift the gaming state in accordance with the result of the lottery in steps S301 to S310, a process of notifying of the pressing order, and the like are performed. In the lottery result handling process, a freeze lottery process is performed to determine whether or not to execute a freeze effect that invalidates the operation of the stop switches 42 to 44 for a predetermined period. The lottery result handling process will be described later in detail.

  After executing the processing in step S311, a lottery result command is set in step S312. Here, the lottery result command is a command transmitted to the display control device 81 so as to grasp the result of the determination of the winning or losing of the combination. However, in the normal processing, only various commands such as the lottery result command are set in the ring buffer, and no command is transmitted to the display control device 81. The command transmission to the display control device 81 is performed in the command output process (step S110) of the timer interrupt process described above.

  Then, in step S313, a stop information setting process of setting a symbol that can be stopped on each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R based on the result of the current lottery is executed. In the stop information setting process, stop symbol information corresponding to a winning combination is set based on the winning flag set in steps S306 to S308. For example, when the strong cherry is won (win when IV = 13) and the strong cherry winning flag is set, the symbols corresponding to the 28th small win, the 32nd small win to the 35th small win, and the reels 32L are displayed. , 32M, and 32R, the stop symbol information is set so that it can be stopped. When the strong cherry duplication 1 is won (winning when IV = 32) and the strong cherry winning flag and the first BB winning flag are set, the 28th small role, the 33rd small role, the 35th small role and the Stop symbol information is set so that the symbol corresponding to the 1BB winning can be stopped on each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R.

  In the stop information setting process of step S313, the stop symbol information is set so that the symbol corresponding to the reach eye can be stopped on each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R when the first BB and the second BB are won. I do. The reach eye is a symbol (stop appearance) which does not stop in a state where the first BB and the second BB are not elected and stops only when the first BB and the second BB are elected. It is an outlier that does not correspond to the role. Therefore, from the player's point of view, the winning of the first BB and the second BB is determined by the symbols of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R corresponding to the reach eye stopping in the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R. Become. In this sense, it can be said that the stop at the reach eye is a confirmed effect of the first BB and the second BB.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 18, an example of the reach at the time when only the lower right line L4 is set as the effective line will be described. In FIG. 18, the numerical value in parentheses indicates the symbol number. In the present embodiment, a plurality of reach eyes including a reach eye A and a reach eye B are set.

  As shown in FIG. 18A, the reach eye A has a seventh “red bell” symbol on the left reel 32L, a second “LUCKKY” symbol on the middle reel 32M, and a sixth “LUCKY” symbol on the right reel 32R. The “second replay” symbol is a stop roll that stops on the activated line L4. When viewed from the player's point of view, the reach eye A has a fifth “LUCKY” symbol on the left reel 32L, a second “LUCKKY” symbol on the middle reel 32M, and an eighth “red 7” symbol on the right reel 32R. The symbols are lined up with the line that rises to the right. Also, as shown in FIG. 18B, the reach eye B is a thirteenth “Youth” symbol on the left reel 32L, a sixteenth “watermelon” symbol on the middle reel 32M, and a fifteenth symbol on the right reel 32R. The “young man” symbol is a stop roll that stops on the payline L4.

  In the present embodiment, a reach is provided in addition to the reach A and the reach B, and three or more types of reach are prepared in the slot machine 10. That is, the reach A and the reach B are a part of the reach set as the stop symbol information. The information on the reach eyes is stored in the reach information storage area of the ROM 105. In step S313, stop symbol information on the reach eyes is set with reference to the information stored in the area.

  Returning to the description of the lottery process in FIG. 16, in step S314, when a plurality of stoppable symbol information is set in step S313, a priority setting process for setting a priority order is executed. For example, when a plurality of role types among small role, replay, and bonus are won, the following priority order is set. If a small role and a bonus have been won, the priority order is set so that if the small role can not be won, the bonus will be won if the small role can not be won . When the re-game and the bonus have been won, the priority is set so that the re-game winning is established with priority.

  For example, when winning is made in the strong cherry duplication 1 and the stop symbol information corresponding to the 28th small win, the 33rd small win, the 35th small win and the 1st BB winning is set, the 28th win is more than the 1st BB winning. The priority is set so that the small combination, the 33rd small combination, and the 35th small combination winning are established with priority. In addition, when the special lip A duplication 1 is won and the stop symbol information corresponding to the ninth replay and the first BB prize is set, the ninth replay prize is established with priority over the first BB prize. Priority is set as follows. Then, for example, in a situation where the first BB prize has been carried over, if a normal replay is won and stop symbol information corresponding to the first BB prize and the first replay prize has been set, the first BB prize is more than the first BB prize. The priority order is set so that one re-game winning is preferentially established.

  Here, when the player has won a replay, a combination of winning symbols is set so that any of the replays that have been won will always win. In other words, when the player has won the re-game, a re-game winning is always established, and no miss occurs. Therefore, when the stop symbol information of the re-game and the bonus is set, any re-game winning of the set re-game is always established, and the bonus won is not established.

  Further, when a plurality of small wins and a plurality of replays are won simultaneously, a symbol corresponding to any of the small wins or the replays stops on the activated line, depending on the timing at which the stop operation is performed. For example, when the strong watermelon is won and the stop symbol information corresponding to the 30th small win and the 41st small win is set, the 30th small win and the 41st small win are left as described above. The target design of the reel 32L is common to the “watermelon” design. Therefore, depending on the timing of the stop operation of the left reel 32L, it is not determined which small winning combination is established. On the other hand, the target symbols of the middle reel 32M and the right reel 32R are both “red bell” symbols in the 30th small role, and the “cherry” symbol and the “black BAR” symbol in the 41st small role. , The right reel 32R is a “watermelon” symbol. For example, in the three-bet game, when the stop operation of the middle stop switch 43 is performed at the timing when the seventh “red bell” symbol reaches the middle stage from the fourth “watermelon” symbol on the middle reel 32M, Both the 7th "Red Bell" symbol which is the target symbol of the small hand and the "Black BAR" symbol which is the target symbol of the 41st small portion can be stopped at the middle line which is on the active line. Becomes In this case, in the present embodiment, the stop symbol information is set so that the symbol having the smaller number of slips is preferentially stopped. As a result, in the above case, the stop drive control is performed so that the “red bell” symbol stops at the middle stage, the 41st small win is not established, and the 30th small win can be won.

  On the other hand, when the stop operation of the middle stop switch 43 is performed at the timing when the twelfth “red bell” symbol reaches the middle stage from the eighth “black BAR” symbol on the middle reel 32M, Stop at the middle stage any of the eighth "Black BAR" symbol and the eleventh "Cherry" symbol and the twelfth "Red Bell" symbol which is the target symbol of the 30th small role. Becomes possible. Also in this case, since the stop symbol information is set so that the symbol with a small number of slips is preferentially stopped, the eighth "black BAR" symbol or the eleventh "cherry" symbol stops at the middle stage, The 30th small win is no longer established, and the 41st small win can be awarded.

  The same applies to the right reel 32R. Depending on the timing at which the stop operation of the right stop switch 44 is performed, the "Red Bell" symbol which is the target symbol of the 30th small win and the "watermelon" which is the target symbol of the 41st small win The stop symbol information is set such that the symbol having a small number of slips with the symbol stops at the lower stage which is an effective line. In the right reel 32R, when the stop operation of the right stop switch 44 is performed at the timing when the sixth “first replay” symbol and the seventh “black BAR” symbol reach the effective positions, “watermelon” Neither the symbol nor the "red bell" symbol can be stopped, and in this case, no so-called small portion prize is won and so-called missed.

  After executing the processing in step S314, the section display first processing is executed in step S315, and then the lottery processing ends. The section display first processing is processing related to display control of the instruction monitor 68, and such processing will be described later in detail.

  Next, the reel control processing in step S212 will be described based on the flowchart in FIG.

  In the reel control process, first, a rotation effect process is performed in step S401. The rotation effect process is a process for performing an effect using the reel control during the invalid period based on the result of the freeze lottery performed in the lottery result corresponding process in step S311. The rotation effect processing will be described later in detail. In a succeeding step S402, a rotation start process for starting rotation of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is performed.

  In the rotation start processing, it is checked whether or not a predetermined wait time (for example, 4.1 seconds) has elapsed since the reel started rotating in the previous game, and if not, the wait time has elapsed. Wait until you do. When the wait time has elapsed, the wait time for the next game is reset, and a motor control initialization process for setting rotation start information in a motor control storage area provided in the RAM 106 is performed. By performing such processing, the stepping motor acceleration processing is started in the stepping motor control processing (step S106) of the timer interrupt processing, and the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R start rotating. For this reason, even if the player bets the specified number of medals and operates the start lever 41, the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R may not immediately start rotating. After that, the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R stand by until they rotate at a predetermined rotation speed at a constant speed, and the rotation start processing ends. Further, when the rotation speed of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R becomes constant, the CPU 102 can generate a stop command by lighting and displaying lamps (not shown) of the stop switches 42 to 44. To the player or the like.

  Subsequent to the rotation start processing, in a step S403, it is determined whether or not any of the stop switches 42 to 44 is operated. If none of the stop switches 42 to 44 has been operated, the process waits until one of the stop switches 42 to 44 is operated. If it is determined that any of the stop switches 42 to 44 has been operated, the process proceeds to step S404, and it is determined whether or not the stop switch corresponding to the rotating reel has been operated, that is, whether or not a stop command has been issued. I do. If the stop command has not been issued, the process returns to step S403 and waits until one of the stop switches 42 to 44 is operated. If a stop command has been issued, a stop command command is set in step S405. Here, the stop command command is a command transmitted to the display control device 81 to grasp which stop switch has been operated and the stop command has been generated. When the stop command command is set, stop control processing shown in steps S406 to S412 is performed to stop the rotating reel.

  In step S406, the symbol number of the symbol that has reached the base position (the lower stage in the present embodiment) at the timing when the stop switch is operated is confirmed. Specifically, the symbol number of the symbol that has reached the base position is confirmed based on the number of excitation pulses output from the time when the detection signal of the reel index sensor is input. In the following step S407, the slip number of the reel to be stopped this time is calculated based on the stop information stored in the stop information storage area 106b. In the slot machine 10, a stop mode for stopping the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R corresponds to a stop mode in which, when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated, the reaching symbol that has reached the base position is directly stopped. A stop mode in which the reel to be slid for one symbol is stopped after sliding, a stop mode in which the reel is slid for two symbols, a stop mode in which the reel is slid for three symbols, and a stop mode after slid for four symbols There are prepared five stop modes including a stop mode to be stopped. Therefore, in step S407, any one of 0 to 4 is calculated as the slip number based on the stop information stored in the stop information storage area 106b.

  Then, in step S408, the calculated slip number is added to the symbol number of the attained symbol, and the symbol number of the stopped symbol actually stopped at the base position is determined. In step S409, it is determined whether or not the symbol number of the reaching symbol of the reel to be stopped this time is equal to the symbol number of the stopped symbol. If the symbol numbers are equal, the reel stop process of stopping the rotation of the reel in step S410. I do. Then, in a step S411, it is determined whether or not all the reels 32L, 32M, 32R have stopped. If all the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are not stopped, the second stop information setting process is performed in step S412, and the process returns to step S403.

  Here, the stop information second setting process is a process of changing the stop information stored in the stop information storage area 106b of the RAM 106 after the reel stops. In the second stop information setting process, the stop information is changed based on the set winning flag and the stop appearance of the stopped reel. In the slot machine 10, for example, when the winning is achieved when IV = 24 to 31, ie, the forward push bell 1, forward push bell 2, pinch push bell 1, pinch push bell 2, middle push bell 1, middle push bell 2, right When the push bell 1 and the right push bell 2 (hereinafter, these are also collectively referred to as “push order bell”) are won (see FIG. 17), the stop switches 42 to 44 that generate the stop command are turned off. The stop information second setting process is performed to change the winning mode established according to the operation order.

  FIG. 20 is an explanatory diagram showing a correspondence relationship between a winning combination, an operation sequence of the stop switches 42 to 44, and a winning mode that is established. For example, when the middle press bell 1 has been won, stop information is set so that the second small win, the seventh small win, or the ninth small win is established when the left stop switch 42 is operated first. Then, when the middle stop switch 43 is operated first, stop information is set so as to establish the first small win, and when the right stop switch 44 is operated first, the second small win and the seventh small win are set. Stop information is set so that a winning combination or a ninth small winning combination is established. However, even when the stop information is set in this way, a corresponding winning may not be established depending on the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44.

  The symbol arrangement of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R will be briefly described. In the slot machine 10, in the gaming state (3-bet game) other than the CB state, the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R can be stopped after sliding up to four symbols from the timing at which the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated. , Only the lower right line L4 is set as an effective line. For this reason, when the same symbols are arranged on each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R with an interval of four or less symbols, the winning symbol is effective when the winning symbol is obtained regardless of the operation timing of the stop switch 43. Can be stopped on line. On the other hand, in the case of a symbol arranged so that a section separated by 5 symbols or more is formed, when stopping on the activated line, the player needs to operate the stop switches 42 to 44 aiming at the symbol.

  The case where the middle push bell 1 is won and the left stop switch 42 → the middle stop switch 43 → the right stop switch 44 are operated in this order will be described as an example. In such a case, the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are controlled to stop in order to achieve the second small winning, the seventh small winning, or the ninth small winning.

  The second small winning symbols on the left reel 32L are a “red bell” symbol and a “white bell” symbol. Further, the “red bell” symbol and the “white bell” symbol also have a function as a seventh small winning symbol, and also have a function as a ninth small winning symbol. On the left reel 32L, the second small winning symbols (seven small winning symbols, ninth small winning symbols) are arranged so that the interval between them is four or less. Therefore, when the left stop switch 42 is operated first, the “red bell” symbol or the “white bell” symbol stops at the upper stage regardless of the operation timing. For example, when the left stop switch 42 is operated at the timing when the fourth “Cherry” symbol of the left reel 32L reaches the middle stage, as shown in FIG. 21A, the seventh “red bell” The symbol stops at the top. As a result, there remains room for the second small-prize win, the seventh small-prize win, or the ninth small-prize win on the right-downward line L4.

  The second small symbol of the middle reel 32M is a “white BAR” symbol. On the middle reel 32M, a “white BAR” symbol is arranged only at the 18th position. The seventh small symbol of the middle reel 32M is a “red 7” symbol. On the middle reel 32M, the "red 7" symbol is arranged only at the 14th position. The ninth small win symbol of the middle reel 32M is a “cherry” symbol. On the middle reel 32M, a "cherry" symbol is arranged only at the eleventh position. Therefore, depending on the operation timing of the middle stop switch 43, the second small symbol, the seventh small symbol, or the ninth small symbol is stopped on the activated line, or the second small symbol, the seventh small symbol, and the like. None of the ninth small win symbols may stop on the active line.

  Specifically, when the middle stop switch 43 is operated at the timing when any of the 13th “1st replay” symbol to the 17th “1st replay” symbol reaches the lower stage, the second small role The "white BAR" symbol, which is a symbol, stops at the middle stage. As a result, there remains room for the second small winning combination on the downward-sloping line L4. When the middle stop switch 43 is operated at the timing when any of the ninth “second replay” symbol to the thirteenth “first replay” symbol has reached the lower stage, as shown in FIG. Then, the "red 7" symbol, which is the seventh small symbol, stops at the middle stage. As a result, there remains room for the seventh small winning combination on the downward-sloping line L4. When the middle stop switch 43 is operated at a timing when any of the sixth “white bell” symbol to the tenth “young man” symbol has reached the lower stage, the ninth small symbol “cherry” symbol is the middle stage. To stop. If the middle stop switch 43 is operated at another timing, even if the middle reel 32M is stopped after sliding by four symbols, the second small symbol, the seventh small symbol, and the ninth small symbol are changed. It cannot be stopped in the middle. When the middle stop switch 43 is operated at such timing, the second “LUCKKY” symbol or the sixth “white bell” symbol stops at the middle stage.

  When the seventh small win symbol of the middle reel 32M stops at the middle stage, in the stop information second setting process, the stop information is changed so that the seventh small win can be established.

  The seventh small symbol symbol of the right reel 32R is a “white bell” symbol. On the right reel 32R, a “white bell” symbol is arranged only at the tenth position. Therefore, the seventh small win symbol may or may not stop on the activated line depending on the operation timing of the right stop switch 44. Specifically, when the right stop switch 44 is operated at the timing when any of the sixth “first replay” symbol to the tenth “white bell” symbol reaches the lower stage, FIG. 21 (c) As shown in the figure, the "white bell" symbol as the seventh small symbol symbol stops at the lower part. As a result, the seventh small winning combination is established on the downward-sloping line L4. When the right stop switch 44 is operated at another timing, the “watermelon” symbol or the “first replay” symbol stops at the lower stage. For example, when the right stop switch 44 is operated at the timing when the third “second replay” symbol has reached the lower stage, the fourth “watermelon” symbol is displayed as shown in FIG. Stop at the bottom. From the left, the combination of the “red bell” symbol, the “red 7” symbol, and the “watermelon” symbol is the transition outcome as shown in FIG.

  When the ninth small win symbol of the middle reel 32M stops at the middle stage, in the stop information second setting process, the stop information is changed so that the ninth small win can be achieved.

  The ninth small winning symbol on the right reel 32R is a “youth” symbol. On the right reel 32R, a "youth" symbol is arranged at the 15th position. Therefore, depending on the operation timing of the right stop switch 44, the ninth small winning symbol may or may not stop on the activated line. Specifically, when the right stop switch 44 is operated at the timing when any of the eleventh “first replay” symbol to the fifteenth “youth” symbol has reached the lower stage, it is a ninth small symbol. The "Youth" symbol stops at the bottom. As a result, a ninth small winning combination is established on the downward-sloping line L4. When the right stop switch 44 is operated at another timing, the “watermelon” symbol or the “first replay” symbol stops at the lower stage. From the left, the combination of the “white bell” symbol (the “red bell” symbol), the “cherry” symbol, and the “watermelon” symbol (the “first replay” symbol) is a transition outcome as shown in FIG.

  When the second small symbol of the middle reel 32M stops at the middle stage, in the stop information second setting process, the stop information is changed so that the second small winning combination can be established.

  The second small winning symbol of the right reel 32R is a “white BAR” symbol. On the right reel 32R, a “white BAR” symbol is arranged at the 18th position. Therefore, depending on the operation timing of the right stop switch 44, the second small winning symbol may or may not stop on the activated line. Specifically, when the right stop switch 44 is operated at the timing when any of the 14th “watermelon” symbol to the 18th “white BAR” symbol has reached the lower stage, the second small symbol symbol “ The “white BAR” symbol stops at the bottom. As a result, the second small winning combination is established on the downward-sloping line L4. When the right stop switch 44 is operated at another timing, the “watermelon” symbol or the “first replay” symbol stops at the lower stage. From the left, the combination of the “white bell” symbol (the “red bell” symbol), the “white BAR” symbol, and the “watermelon” symbol (the “first replay” symbol) is a transition outcome as shown in FIG.

  When the second small symbol, the seventh small symbol, and the ninth small symbol of the middle reel 32M do not stop in the middle, that is, the "LUCKKY" symbol or the "white bell" symbol of the middle reel 32M stops in the middle. In this case, in the second stop information setting process, the stop information is changed so that the “watermelon” symbol or the “first replay” symbol stops at the lower stage.

  The “watermelon” symbol and the “first replay” symbol are arranged on the right reel 32R such that the interval between the “watermelon” symbol and the “first replay” is four symbols or less. Therefore, when the right stop switch 44 is operated, the “watermelon” symbol or the “first replay” symbol stops at the lower stage regardless of the operation timing. From left, the combination of the “white bell” symbol (“red bell” symbol), the “LUCKKY” symbol (“white bell” symbol), and the “watermelon” symbol (“first replay” symbol) shifts as shown in FIG. It is a roll.

  As described above, when the middle press bell 1 is won and the left stop switch 42, the middle stop switch 43, and the right stop switch 44 are operated in this order, the second small role winning is established and the seventh small role winning is achieved. Either a case where a winning is achieved, a case where a ninth small role winning is realized, or a case where the transition outcome is stopped.

  Next, a case where the middle press bell 1 is won and the middle stop switch 43 → the left stop switch 42 → the right stop switch 44 are operated in the order will be described as an example. In such a case, stop control of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is performed in order to achieve the first small winning combination.

  On the middle reel 32M, a "red bell" symbol, which is a first small winning symbol, is arranged such that an interval between the "red bell" symbols is four or less. Therefore, when the middle stop switch 43 is operated first, the “red bell” symbol stops at the middle stage regardless of the operation timing.

  On the left reel 32L, a first red symbol symbol, a "red bell" symbol and a "white bell" symbol, are arranged such that the interval between the first small symbol symbols is four or less. For this reason, when the left stop switch 42 is operated second, the “red bell” symbol or the “white bell” symbol stops at the upper stage regardless of the operation timing.

  On the right reel 32R, a "red bell" symbol and a "white bell" symbol, which are first small winning symbols, are arranged such that the interval between the first small winning symbols is four or less. Therefore, when the right stop switch 44 is operated for the third time, the "red bell" symbol or the "white bell" symbol stops at the lower stage regardless of the operation timing.

  As described above, when the middle push bell 1 is won and the middle stop switch 43 → the left stop switch 42 → the right stop switch 44 is operated in this order, the first small winning combination is established regardless of the operation timing.

  In the case where the push order bell is won, if the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated in one or two predetermined operation orders, the first small winning combination is established regardless of the operation timing. In the case where the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated in another operation order, a small winning combination is established or the transition to the active line is stopped depending on the operation timing. By the way, when the middle bell is won, the 38th small role prize is established irrespective of the operation order and the operation timing, and when the bell is won regardless of the operation order, the 38th small prize is won regardless of the operation order and the operation timing. One small role prize is established.

  When the reach symbol is set as the stop symbol information, the stop control process is performed as follows. As described above, in the present embodiment, the number of slips from the stop operation to the stop of the symbol can be set up to a maximum of four symbols. If the stop switch 42 is operated during the period from when the "bell" symbol reaches the base position to when the fifth "LUCKY" symbol arrives, the fifth reel is displayed below the left reel 32L (display window 26L). "LUCKKY" symbol stops. If the stop switch 43 is operated on the middle reel 32M during the period from when the 18th “white BAR” symbol reaches the base position to when the 1st “youth” symbol reaches the base position. , The first "youth" symbol stops at the lower part of the middle reel 32M (display window 26M). Also, when the stop switch 44 is operated within a period from when the second “red bell” symbol reaches the base position to when the sixth “first replay” symbol reaches the base position on the right reel 32R. , The sixth “first replay symbol” stops at the lower part of the right reel 32R (display window 26R). As described above, as shown in FIG. 18A, the seventh "red bell" symbol on the left reel 32L, the second "LUCKY" symbol on the middle reel 32M, and the sixth "second" symbol on the right reel 32R. The “replay” symbol stops on the activated line L4, and the reach A stops.

  If the stop switches 42 to 44 are not operated within the above-mentioned period, stop control is performed so as to stop the outlier corresponding to the operation timing of each of the stop switches 42 to 44 without stopping the reach eye A. That is, the reach eye A does not stop when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated at any operation timing, but only when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated at a specific operation timing.

  Similarly, for reach eye B shown in FIG. 18B, a period from the arrival of the seventh “red bell” symbol on the left reel 32L to the base position until the arrival of the eleventh “first replay” symbol. Within the period from when the eleventh "Cherry" symbol reaches the base position on the middle reel 32M to when the fifteenth "Red Bell" symbol reaches the base position. 43 is operated, and the stop switch 44 is operated within the period from when the eleventh "first replay" symbol reaches the base position to when the fifteenth "youth" symbol reaches the base position on the right reel 32R. It stops only when it stops.

  By the way, even when the stop switches 42 to 44 are not operated within the above-mentioned period, if their operation timings match the operation timings for the reach eyes other than the reach eyes A and the reach eyes B, the operation timing is not changed. The corresponding reach stops. Note that a missed stop that is stopped when operated at an operation timing that does not correspond to any of the reach eyes is a missed stop that can also be stopped during normal times (when the bonus is not won or the carryover state is not reached).

  Returning to the description of the reel control process in FIG. 19, when it is determined in step S411 that all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are stopped, a payout determination process is performed in step S413. The payout determination process is a process of setting the number of paid out medals on condition that one of the winning symbol combinations is arranged on the activated line. In the payout determination process, a combination of symbols formed on the activated line is derived from the symbol number of the stopped symbol stopped at the lower stage of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R, and it is determined whether or not a winning has been established on the activated line. judge. If a winning has been achieved, it is further determined whether or not the winning winning combination corresponds to the winning flag set in the winning flag storage area 106a. If the winning combination corresponds to the winning flag, the winning combination and the number of payouts corresponding to the winning combination are set in a payout information storage area provided in the RAM 106. On the other hand, if the winning combination does not correspond to the winning flag, an error occurrence process is performed to set the slot machine 10 to an error state and to notify the occurrence of an error. Such an error state is maintained until the reset switch 72 is operated.

  After performing the payout determination process, a freeze release process is performed in step S414. In the freeze cancellation process, a process of canceling the execution of the freeze effect set in the freeze lottery process executed in the lottery result corresponding process in step S311 (FIG. 16) is performed. In a succeeding step S415, a winning result corresponding process is performed. In the winning result handling process, a process of shifting the gaming state based on the winning result is performed. The freeze release processing and the winning result correspondence processing will be described later in detail.

  After performing the winning result correspondence processing, the section display second processing is executed in step S416. The second section display process is a process relating to display control of the instruction monitor 68, and such a process will be described later in detail. Then, in step S417, a winning result command is set so that the display control device 81 grasps the winning combination in the current game, and the reel control process ends.

  Next, an outline of the medal payout process in step S213 will be described.

  In the medal payout process, it is determined whether or not the number of payouts set in the payout information storage area is zero. When the number of payouts is 0, it means that it has been determined in the previous payout determination processing that the small winning combination has not been established. In such a case, it is determined whether any of the first to eighth re-game winnings has been established based on the winning-winning combination set in the payout determination process. If none of the re-game winnings has been established, the medal payout process is terminated as it is, and if any of the re-game winnings has been established, a re-game setting process for setting the game state to the re-game state is performed. Then, the medal payout process ends. In the start waiting process (step S204) described above, the automatic insertion process is performed when it is determined that the current game state is the re-game state.

  On the other hand, if the payout number set in the payout information storage area is not 0, the same number of medals as the payout number are paid out, and the medal payout processing ends. For the payout of medals, specifically, when the count value of the credit counter has not reached the upper limit (the number of stored medals is 50), the payout number is added to the count value of the credit counter, and the value after the addition is added. It is displayed on the credit display unit 60. When the count value of the credit counter has reached the upper limit, or when the count value has reached the upper limit during the addition of the number of payouts, the medal payout rotating plate is driven, and medals are discharged from the hopper device 51. Payout to the medal tray 50 via the exit 49. In the medal payout process, a process of changing the number of payouts displayed on the number-of-payouts display unit 62 in accordance with the payout of medals is also performed. When the current gaming state is the BB state, a process of subtracting the number of payouts from the value of the remaining number of payout counter described later and subtracting the number of remaining payouts displayed on the remaining number-of-payouts display section 61 is performed. .

  Next, the RT state process in step S214 will be described based on the flowchart in FIG.

  In step S501, it is determined whether or not the transition roll has stopped on the active line. When the transition outcome is stopped, the process proceeds to step S502, and it is determined whether the current gaming state is the normal gaming state. If the current gaming state is the normal gaming state, a first RT setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c of the RAM 106 in step S503. After that, the process ends. If it is determined in step S501 that the transition roll has not stopped on the active line, the process proceeds to step S504, and based on the winning combination set in the previous payout determination process, the second replay prize is determined. It is determined whether or not the condition is satisfied. When the second re-game winning is established, the RT setting flag set in the state information storage area 106c is cleared in step S505, and the first RT setting flag is set in step S503. After that, the process ends. In addition, in the case where the transition roll on the activated line is stopped in a game state other than the normal game state, the RT setting flag set in the state information storage area 106c is cleared in step S505, and the process proceeds to step S503. Then, the first RT setting flag is set, and the process ends.

  When the first RT setting flag is set in step S503, the gaming state shifts to the first RT state. In step S302 of the lottery process (FIG. 16), it is determined that the current game state is the first RT state based on the fact that the first RT setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c, and the first RT state Select a lottery table.

  FIG. 23 is a first RT state lottery table selected in the first RT state of “Setting 3”. The first RT state lottery table differs from the normal game state lottery table (see FIG. 17) in that the point values PV of IV = 1 to 5 are different and the same point value PV as the other index values IV. Is set. For this reason, when the winning or non-winning of the combination is determined using such a lottery table, the probability of winning when IV = 6 to 56 is equal to each winning probability in the normal gaming state, and the winning when IV = 1. Is about 1/67, and the probability of winning when IV = 2-5 is about 1 / 2.8. The odds of not winning any role are about 1.94.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 23, when the winning is achieved when IV = 1, the normal replay winning is achieved, and when the winning is achieved when IV = 2, the first promotion replay 1 winning is achieved. = 3, the first promotion replay 2 wins, if IV = 4, the first promotion replay 3 wins, and IV = 5 wins In this case, the first promotion replay 4 wins. The probability of winning in any one of IV = 1 to 5 is approximately 7.30. The normal replay winning probability in the normal game state is also about 7.30. In other words, when the gaming state shifts to the first RT state, the winning combination is obtained with the same probability as that of the normal gaming state for each of the small role, re-game, and bonus roles, while the bonus of the re-game is given. Changes to something different from the normal gaming state. More specifically, in the normal gaming state, only the first re-game prize that does not shift to the game state is established, and in the first RT state, in addition to the first re-game prize, a third re-game prize that shifts to the second RT state is formed. To establish.

  In the stop information second setting process (step S409), a stop command is generated not only when the push order bell is won, but also when the first promotion replay 1 to the first promotion replay 4 is won. Stop information is set so as to change the winning mode established according to the operating sequence of the stop switches 42 to 44 that have been performed.

  FIG. 24A is an explanatory diagram showing the correspondence between the winning combination, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, and the winning mode that is established. When the first promotion replay 1 to the first promotion replay 4 is won, unlike the case where the push order bell is won, regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44, the first replay winning or The third replay prize is always established. In the first promotion replay 1 to the first promotion replay 4, the third replay is associated with one of the six operation orders, and the first replay is associated with the other operation order. It is attached.

  In the first promotion replays 2 to 4, in addition to the first replay and the third replay, the sixth replay, the seventh replay, and the eighth replay are also distributed as winning combinations. However, none of the above six operation sequences is associated with the sixth re-game to the eighth re-game. Therefore, in the sixth re-game to the eighth re-game, no win is made regardless of the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 even if the first promotion replays 2 to 4 are won.

  More specifically, in the first promotion replays 1 to 4, the first promotion replay 1 is assigned to the first replay and the third replay, respectively, and the first promotion replay 2 is assigned to the first replay and the first replay. In addition to the 3 re-games, the 6th re-game is sorted, the first promoted replay 3 is the 7th re-game in addition to the first and third re-games, and the first promoted replay 4 Although the eighth re-game is allocated in addition to the first re-game and the third re-game, in any of the first promotion replays 1 to 4, the re-game to be won is the first re-game and the third re-game. One of the games. This is for making it difficult to understand the operation order in which the third replay winning is achieved. That is, for example, if the first promotion replay is one type, the operation order corresponding to the third replay winning is also one type, and the third replay winning is intentionally established at the time of the first promotion replay winning. This may be possible. Note that this relationship is not limited to only the relationship between the first promotion replays 1 to 4, but the same can be said for other overlapping roles.

  Returning to the description of the RT state process, if it is determined in step S504 that the second replay winning has not been established, the process proceeds to step S506, and based on the winning established combination set in the previous payout determination process, It is determined whether or not the third replay winning is established. If the third replay winning is established, the RT setting flag set in the state information storage area 106c is cleared in step S507, the second RT setting flag is set in step S508, and the process ends. I do.

  When the second RT setting flag is set in step S508, the gaming state shifts to the second RT state. In step S302 of the lottery process (FIG. 16), it is determined that the current game state is the second RT state based on the fact that the second RT setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c, and the second RT state Select a lottery table.

  FIG. 25 is a second RT state lottery table selected in the second RT state of “Setting 3”. The second RT state lottery table differs from the first RT state lottery table (see FIG. 23) in that the point values PV of IV = 1 to 10, 55, and 56 are different and are the same as the other index values IV. Are set. Here, the normal replay for the second RT state with IV = 55 is a normal replay role that can be won when the gaming state is the second RT state, and the reach replay with IV = 56 is performed when the VB mode is described later. It is a replay role that functions as a reach eye.

  In the case where the winning or losing of the combination is determined using the lottery table of FIG. 25, the probability of winning in the case of IV = 11 to 54 is equal to each winning probability in the first RT state, and the winning is determined in the case of IV = 1. The probability of becoming 0 is not won when IV = 2-5, the probability of being won when IV = 6-8 is about 1/10, and winning when IV = 9,10 respectively. The probability of winning is about 1 / 7.00, the probability of winning at IV = 55 is about 1 / 1.8, and the probability of winning at IV = 56 is about 1/3/10. Become. The odds of not winning any role are about 1/150.

  That is, in the case of transition to the second RT state, the probability of departure is lower than in the normal game state and the first RT state, which is advantageous to the player. In the second RT state, in addition to the first re-game prize in which the game state does not shift, a second re-game prize in which the game shifts to the first RT state, a fourth re-game prize in which the game shifts to the third RT state, and a fifth re-game. Winning is established. Further, in the second RT state, the game state is not shifted, and the eleventh re-game winning, which is the reach of the VB mode, is established.

  In the stop information second setting process (step S412 in FIG. 19), in addition to the case where the first promotion replay 1 to the first promotion replay 4 is won, the fall promotion replay 1 to the fall replay 3, the second promotion replay In the case where the first win, the second promotion replay, and the reach-replay are also won, stop information is set to change the winning mode established by the operation sequence of the stop switches 42 to 44 that generated the stop command.

  FIG. 24 (b) is an explanatory diagram showing the correspondence between the winning combination, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, and the winning mode that is established. In the case where the player has won the fall replay 1 to the fall replay 3, the first replay prize or the second replay prize is always established regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. When the second promotion replay 1 is won, any one of the first re-game winning, the fourth re-game winning, and the fifth re-game winning is always established regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. . When the second promotion replay 2 is won, the first re-game winning or the fourth re-game winning is always established regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. In addition, in the case where the winning is achieved in the reach-eye replay, the first replay winning or the eleventh replay winning is always established regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44.

  In addition, the number given to the fourth re-game in the figure corresponds to the symbol combination when the fourth re-game winning is established. “1” corresponds to a symbol combination that is a disjointed pattern, and “2” corresponds to a symbol combination in which the red 7, red 7, and black BAR are stopped in the middle stage (see FIG. 11). For example, if the left stop switch 42 is operated first when the second promotion replay 1 is won, the symbol combination which becomes a jumble is stopped and the fourth re-game winning prize is established, or the red 7 -The symbol combination that stops the middle stage of red 7 and black BAR stops, and the fourth re-game winning is established.

  Returning to the description of the RT state process, if it is determined in step S506 that the third replay winning has not been established, the process proceeds to step S509, and based on the winning combination set in the previous payout determination process, It is determined whether the fourth re-game winning or the fifth re-game winning has been achieved. If the fourth re-game winning and the fifth re-game winning have not been established, the present process is terminated. If the fourth or fifth re-game winning is established, the RT setting flag set in the state information storage area 106c is cleared in step S510, and the third RT setting flag is set in step S511. Then, the present process ends.

  When the third RT setting flag is set in step S511, the gaming state shifts to the third RT state. In step S302 of the lottery process, it is determined that the current gaming state is the third RT state based on the fact that the third RT setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c, and the third RT state lottery table is selected. I do.

  FIG. 26 is a drawing table for the third RT state selected in the third RT state of “Setting 3”. When the third RT state lottery table is compared with the second RT state lottery table (see FIG. 25), the point values PV of IV = 1, 9 to 12, 55, and 56 are different, and the other index values IV are different. Are set to the same point value PV. For this reason, when the winning / non-winning determination is made using such a lottery table, the probability of winning when IV = 2 to 8, 13 to 54 is equal to each winning probability in the second RT state, and IV = 9, 10 , 55, and 56, the probability of winning at IV = 1 is about 13.2, and the probability of winning at IV = 11,12 is about 7.00 minutes each. It becomes 1. The probability of winning when IV = 1 in the third RT state (winning probability of normal replay) is the probability of winning when IV = 55 in the second RT state (winning probability of normal replay) and IV = 56. And the probability of winning (the winning probability of Reach-Eye Replay). The odds of not winning any role are about 1/150.

  In other words, when the gaming state shifts to the third RT state, the winning combination is obtained with the same probability as that of the second RT state for each of the small role, re-game, and bonus roles, while a prize of the re-game is given. Changes to a state different from the second RT state. More specifically, in the third RT state, in addition to the first re-game prize in which the game state does not shift and the second re-game prize in which the game state shifts to the first RT state, a sixth re-game prize in which the game state does not shift, A 7th re-game winning, an 8th re-game winning, and a 3rd re-game winning moving to the second RT state are established.

  In the second stop information setting process (step S412 in FIG. 19), even when the BAR replay 1 and the BAR replay 2 are won, the winning mode is established by the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 that generated the stop command. Is set to change the stop information.

  FIG. 24 (c) is an explanatory diagram showing the correspondence between the winning combination, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, and the winning mode that is established. When the BAR replay 1 is won, one of the first re-game winning, the sixth re-game winning, the seventh re-game winning, and the third re-game winning regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. Always holds. When the BAR replay 2 is won, one of the first re-game winning, the sixth re-game winning, the eighth re-game winning, and the third re-game winning regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. Always holds.

  Next, the bonus state process of step S215 will be described based on the flowchart of FIG.

  First, in step S601, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is a bonus state, that is, whether or not the current gaming state is a BB state or a CB state. If the state is not the bonus state, a bonus determination process shown in steps S602 to S613 is performed.

  In the bonus determination process, it is determined in step S602 whether any one of the first BB winning flag, the second BB winning flag, and the CB winning flag has been set. If any of the winning flags has been set, the process proceeds to step S603, and it is determined whether or not a CB winning has been achieved based on the winning winning combination set in the previous payout determination process. If a CB winning has been achieved, a CB setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c in step S604. In step S605, 15 is set to the remaining number-of-payouts counter for counting the number of remaining medals that can be paid out during the bonus state provided in the state information storage area 106c. By performing the processing of steps S604 to S605, the gaming state shifts to the CB state.

  Here, the CB and the CB state will be briefly described.

  A "red bell" symbol or a "white bell" symbol on the left reel 32L, a "red bell" symbol on the middle reel 32M, a "watermelon" symbol, a "first replay" symbol or a "black BAR" symbol on the right reel 32R. , Stop on the active line, a CB winning is achieved. The CB symbols are arranged on each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R such that the interval between the CB symbols is four symbols or less. Therefore, when the CB is won, a CB win is achieved regardless of the operation sequence and operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44.

  When the CB setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c, the main control device 101 determines that the gaming state is the CB state. Then, in step S205 of the normal processing, it is determined whether or not the number of medals bet has reached “2” instead of “3”. In the activated line setting processing (step S209 in FIG. 15), the lower line L3 and the right The descending line L4 is set as an effective line.

  In step S302 of the lottery process (FIG. 16), a CB state lottery table is selected. Although illustration of the CB state lottery table is omitted, in the CB state lottery table, “0” is set as the point value PV of IV = 1 to 52, and “16384” is set as the point value of IV = 53 to 56. (For the correspondence between the IV and the winning combination, see FIG. 17 and the like). Therefore, in the CB state, the probability of winning the CB small and medium role 1 (probability of winning when IV = 53) is about 1 / 4.00, and the probability of winning the CB small and medium role 2 (IV = 54). At that time) is about 1 / 4.00. No off event occurs.

  FIG. 28A is an explanatory diagram showing a correspondence relationship between a winning combination, an operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, and a winning mode that is established. Although a detailed description will be omitted, regardless of the operation order and operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44, even if any of the CB small to medium role 1 to the CB small and medium role 2 is won, some small role prize is won. It always holds. Since the CB state is a 2-bet game, 15 medals are obtained when the first small win, the 27th small win, the 31st small win, the 36th small win to the 38th small win are established. When the payout is made and the second small part prize to the 26th small part prize, the 28th small part prize to the 30th small part prize, and the 32nd small part prize to the 35th small part prize, 14 sheets are won. Medal payout is performed. That is, in the case of shifting to the CB state, 14 or 15 medals are always paid out.

  In addition, in place of or in addition to the CB as a winning combination and the CB state as a gaming state, a single bonus (SB) that enables execution of a game (JAC game) of one game as a winning combination, and the single bonus winning (prize) ) May be provided.

  Returning to the description of the bonus state process, if it is determined in step S603 that a CB winning has not been established, it means that a bonus winning flag other than CB has been set. In such a case, the RT setting flag set in the state information storage area 106c is cleared in step S608, and it is determined in step S609 whether the first BB prize or the second BB prize has been established.

  If any one of the BB winnings is established, the BB winning flag set in the winning flag storage area 106a of the RAM 106 is cleared in step S610, and the BB setting is performed in the state information storage area 106c in step S611. The flag is set. Thereafter, in step S612, the remaining payout number counter is set to 216, and the remaining payout number display section 61 displays 216. The numerical value set in step S612 is a numerical value corresponding to the upper limit payout number in the BB state, and the BB state is terminated on condition that medals have been paid out in the BB state.

  By performing the processing of steps S610 to S612, the gaming state shifts to the BB state. Then, in step S302 of the lottery process (FIG. 16), the current game state is determined to be the BB state based on the BB setting flag being set in the state information storage area 106c, and the corresponding BB state lottery is performed. Select a table.

  FIG. 29 is a BB state lottery table selected in the BB state to which the first BB or the second BB shifts. In the BB state lottery table, “0” is set as the point value PV of IV = 1 to 28 and 32 to 56, and “21845” is set as the point value of IV = 29 to 31. Therefore, in the BB state, the probability of winning the first role during BB (probability of winning when IV = 29) is approximately 1/11, and the probability of winning the second role during BB (IV = 30), the probability of winning the third role during BB (IV = 31, the probability of winning) is about 1 / 0.02. Becomes The odds of not winning any role are about 1 in 65,500.

  The winning probabilities of the first role in the BB, the second role in the BB, and the third role in the BB are common winning probabilities in the first BB and the second BB. In addition, the winning probability of the first role during BB, the second role during BB, and the third role during BB is a common winning probability regardless of the transition timing of the first BB or the second BB to the BB state. The winning probability of the third role in the BB in the first BB based on the special lip A duplication 1 winning and the third role in the BB in the first BB based on the special lip AB overlapping 1 winning are the same probability. That is, in any BB state, the lottery process is performed with reference to the common BB state lottery table.

  FIG. 28B is an explanatory diagram showing a correspondence relationship between a winning combination, an operation sequence of the stop switches 42 to 44, and a winning mode that is established. As described above, the first small winning combination is a winning mode that can be established regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. Therefore, when the first role is won in the BB, one of the first small role prize, the 39th small prize prize, and the 40th small prize prize is won regardless of the operation order and the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. It always holds. The ninth replay winning is also a winning mode that can be established regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. Therefore, when the second role is won during the BB, the ninth replay winning is always established regardless of the operation order and operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44.

  The third role in the BB in which the ninth re-game winning and the tenth re-game winning can be performed is different depending on the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44, which re-game winning is established. When the stop operation is performed, if any of the winnings can be made, the stop driving control is performed so that the replay game with the smaller number of slips wins. More specifically, the combination of the symbols in which the ninth re-game and the tenth re-game are won is common to the “first replay” symbol and the “second replay” symbol in the middle reel 32M and the right reel 32R. On the other hand, the left reel 32L is different. That is, on the left reel 32L, the target symbols of the ninth re-game are the "red bell" symbol and the "white bell" symbol, while the target symbols of the tenth re-game are the "youth" symbol and the "watermelon" symbol. .

  For example, in the three-bet game, when the left stop switch 42 is stopped at the timing when the seventh “red bell” symbol from the fourth “cherry” symbol on the left reel 32L reaches the upper stage, the ninth replay is performed. Although both the seventh "Red Bell" symbol, which is the target symbol, and the eighth "watermelon" symbol, which is the target symbol of the tenth replay, can be stopped at the upper line on the activated line. In this case, stop drive control is performed so as to stop the seventh “red bell” symbol with a small number of slips in the upper stage. As a result, the ninth re-game winning can be established instead of the tenth re-game winning. Similarly, when the left stop switch 42 is operated to stop at the timing when the twelfth “white 7” symbol reaches the upper stage from the ninth “red 7” symbol on the left reel 32L, similarly, the thirteenth “young man” The ninth re-game is set to be easier to win than the tenth re-game, for example, the drive control is performed so that the twelfth "white bell" symbol, not the symbol, is stopped at the upper stage. In other words, if the player wishes to win the tenth replay, at the timing when the 0th "young" symbol, the 8th "watermelon" symbol, and the 13th "young" symbol arrive at the upper stage of the left reel 32L. It is necessary to perform a stop operation of the stop switch 42, and at another timing, a ninth replay prize is established.

  Since the BB state is a 3-bet game, the first role is won during the BB, and if the first small role winning, the 39th small role winning, and the 40th small role winning are achieved, nine medals are paid out. . Further, when the second role is won during the BB, the ninth re-game winning is established, and even when the third role is won during the BB, the ninth re-game winning is established. That is, in the BB state, one of the bell prize and the ninth replay, ie, the replay prize, is mainly established frequently. When a replay winning is established, medals are not paid out, but replays are given, so that the next game can be executed without the need for medals. Since the probability of departure in the BB state is about 1 / 65,500, it can be said that the BB state is a gaming state in which nine medals are paid out with a very high probability.

  If a negative determination is made in step S609 and no BB prize has been established, processing for setting a carryover command is performed in step S613. The carry-over command is a command transmitted to the display control device 81 so as to recognize that the bonus prize has not been established in the bonus winning game and a so-called carry-over state has been reached. Is output to the display control device 81 in the command output process (step S110 in FIG. 14).

  Here, in the present embodiment, in a game played in the carryover state, winning of another bonus is restricted. More specifically, in the lottery table for the normal gaming state (FIG. 17), when a winning combination such as a bonus with IV = 32 to 49 (first BB, second BB, CB) is won, the bonuses are dealt with. The winning flag is not set. Therefore, for example, when a winning combination of each small role or replay with IV = 32 to 49 is won, the winning flag of each small role or replay is set, but the winning flag corresponding to the bonus is Not set, only the winning small part is valid. That is, the carry-over state can be said to be a state in which the lottery of the bonus is restricted.

  When the gaming state has shifted to the CB state or the BB state, an affirmative determination is made in step S601, and an end determination process is performed in step S614. In the end determination process, it is determined whether or not the value of the remaining number-of-payouts counter has become 0, and when the value has become 0, a process of clearing the CB setting flag or the BB setting flag is performed. In the end determination processing, when the BB setting flag is cleared, an end flag indicating that the BB state has ended in the current game is set. The end determination processing will be described later in detail.

  As shown in steps S602 to S614, when the player wins the CB and wins the CB, the CB setting flag is set without clearing the RT setting flag. Therefore, when the CB setting flag is cleared, that is, when the CB state ends, the game state returns to the gaming state at the time when the CB winning is achieved. For example, when the CB win is established in the normal game state, the game returns to the normal game state after the end of the CB state, and when the CB win is established in the third RT state, the third RT state is executed after the end of the CB state. Return to. On the other hand, when the first BB and the second BB are won, the RT setting flag is cleared in step S608 irrespective of whether or not the corresponding BB winning is established. For this reason, when the BB setting flag is cleared, that is, when the BB state ends, even if the first BB prize is established under the second RT state, the game shifts to the normal game state. By the way, in the case of shifting to the CB state, the player can expect an increase of 13 (= 15-2) or 25 (= 14-2 + 15-2) medals until the end of the CB state. When shifting to the BB state, the player can expect an increase of about 144 (= 9 × 24−3 × 24) medals until the BB state ends.

  Incidentally, in the BB state, when the player wins the second role during BB or the third role during BB and is given a replay, the remaining payout number counter is not subtracted. That is, the number of wins in the BB state for the second role during the BB or the third role during the BB does not affect the number of medals that can be expected in the BB state.

  When none of the first BB winning flag, the second BB winning flag, and the CB winning flag are set (NO in step S602), the first BB winning, the second BB winning, and the CB winning are not established and the carryover is performed. When a command is set (when the processing of step S613 is executed), when a predetermined value is set to the remaining number-of-payouts counter in steps S605 and S612, when the end determination processing is performed in step S614, In step S606, the state command is set. Here, the state command is a command transmitted to the display control device 81 so as to grasp the game state at the end of the game (that is, the game state of the next game). The status command corresponding to the setting flag set in 106c is set. After setting the state command, in step S607, an external signal setting process for setting an external signal to be output from the external centralized terminal board 121 to the outside of the slot machine 10 is performed. After that, the process ends.

<Outline of transition of game state and display mode>
Here, the transition of the gaming state will be described with reference to FIG. Illustration of the CB state is omitted.

  When the gaming state is the BB state, the BB state ends when the medal payout number in the BB state reaches 216, and the gaming state shifts to the normal gaming state.

  When the game state is the normal game state, the game state shifts to the first RT state by stopping the transition outcome on the activated line, and the game state shifts to the BB state by the establishment of the BB winning. The transition is stopped on the activated line when a game is missed in the pushing order bell and the game is missed. In the lottery process using the lottery table for the normal gaming state, the first promotion replays 1 to 4 that trigger the transition to the second RT state and the second promotion replays 1 and 2 that trigger the transition to the third RT state are not won. Therefore, the normal game state does not shift to the second RT state and the third RT state (see FIG. 17).

  When the gaming state is the first RT state, the gaming state shifts to the second RT state when the third re-game winning is established. The third replay prize is established when one of the first promotion replay 1 to the first promotion replay 4 is won and the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated in a predetermined operation order (see FIG. 24A). . In the lottery process using the first RT state lottery table, the second promotion replays 1 and 2, which are the triggers for shifting to the third RT state, do not win, and therefore do not shift from the first RT state to the third RT state.

  When the corresponding BB winning is not established in the game in which each BB winning flag is set, that is, when the BB winning flag is carried over, the gaming state shifts to the normal gaming state, and each 1BB winning flag is set. When the corresponding BB prize is established in the set game, the gaming state shifts to the BB state.

  When the gaming state is the second RT state, the gaming state shifts to the third RT state by establishing the fourth re-game winning or the fifth re-game winning. In addition, when the second re-game winning is established and when the transition outcome stops on the activated line, the gaming state shifts to the first RT state. The fourth re-game winning and the fifth re-game winning are established when the second promotion replay 1 or the second promotion replay 2 is won and the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated in a predetermined operation order (FIG. 24 (b) )reference). The second replay prize is established when one of the fall replays 1 to 3 is won and the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated in a predetermined operation order (see FIG. 24B). The transition is stopped on the activated line when a game is missed in the pushing order bell and the game is missed. In addition, when the corresponding BB prize is not established in the game in which each BB winning flag is set, that is, when the BB winning flag is carried over, the gaming state shifts to the normal gaming state, and each BB winning flag is changed. When the corresponding BB prize is established in the game in which is set, the gaming state shifts to the BB state.

  When the gaming state is the third RT state, the gaming state shifts to the second RT state by establishing a third re-game winning. In addition, when the second re-game winning is established and when the transition outcome stops on the activated line, the gaming state shifts to the first RT state. The third replay prize is established when the player wins the BAR replay 1 or the BAR replay 2 and operates the stop switches 42 to 44 in a predetermined operation order (see FIG. 24C). The second replay prize is established when one of the fall replays 1 to 3 is won and the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated in a predetermined operation order (see FIG. 24B). The transition is stopped on the activated line when a game is missed in the pushing order bell and the game is missed. In addition, when the corresponding BB winning is not established in the game in which each winning flag is set, that is, when the BB winning flag is carried over, the gaming state shifts to the normal gaming state, and each BB winning flag is set. When the corresponding BB prize is established in the set game, the gaming state shifts to the BB state.

  In the slot machine 10, the main control device 101 manages six types of gaming states of a normal gaming state, a first RT state, a second RT state, a third RT state, a BB state, and a CB state, and is roughly divided into a normal mode and a challenge mode. The main control device 101 manages five types of display modes: a so-called chance zone, an attack mode (a so-called ART state, an additional special zone), a VB mode (a so-called pseudo bonus, a special additional zone), and a BB mode. It has become.

  FIG. 31 is a diagram showing transition of each display mode.

  The BB mode is a display mode in which a transition is made when a first BB prize or a second BB prize is established, and is terminated when the BB state ends. That is, the BB mode is a display mode corresponding to the BB state. Therefore, when shifting to the BB mode, the player can expect an increase of about 144 medals.

  When the mode is shifted from the normal mode or the challenge mode to the BB mode, a lottery for shifting to the challenge mode and a lottery for shifting to the attack mode may be performed in the BB mode. When the lottery to shift to the attack mode is won, the game shifts to the attack mode after the end of the BB mode. When the lottery to shift to the challenge mode is won, the game shifts to the challenge mode after the end of the BB mode. If neither of the shift lotteries is won, the mode shifts to the normal mode after the end of the BB mode. When the mode shifts from the attack mode to the BB mode, the mode returns to the attack mode after the end of the BB mode. When the mode shifts from the VB mode to the BB mode, the mode returns to the VB mode after the end of the BB mode.

  The normal mode means that the push order bell is won, the first promotion replay 1 to the first promotion replay 4, the fall replay 1 to the fall replay 3, the second promotion replay 1, the second promotion replay 2, the BAR replay 1, and the BAR replay. 2 (hereinafter collectively referred to as “push order replay”). This is a display mode in which the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified at the time of winning and at the time of winning. In the normal mode, a lottery for shifting to the challenge mode and a lottery for shifting to the attack mode are performed. When the lottery to shift to the challenge mode is won, the mode shifts from the normal mode to the challenge mode, and when the lottery to shift to the attack mode is won, the mode shifts from the normal mode to the attack mode. It does not shift from the normal mode to the VB mode.

  The normal mode corresponds to each of the normal game state, the first RT state, the second RT state, the third RT state, and the CB state. However, in the normal mode, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified at the time of the pressing order bell winning and at the time of the pressing order replay winning, so that it is rare to shift to the second RT state and the third RT state. It almost corresponds to the normal game state or the first RT state. In the normal mode, when the game state at that time is the normal game state or the first RT state, it can be expected that the number of medals is reduced by about 1.59 each time one game is played, and the game state at that time is the second RT state or the first RT state. In the third RT state, it can be expected that the number of medals is reduced by about 0.06 each time one game is played.

  The challenge mode is a display mode in which the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified when the push order bell is won and when the push order replay is won, as in the normal mode. In the challenge mode, a lottery for shifting to the attack mode is performed. However, the winning probability of shifting to the attack mode in the challenge mode is set higher than the winning probability of shifting to the attack mode in the normal mode. In other words, the challenge mode is set as a mode in which it is easy to shift to the attack mode, although the operation order is not notified as in the normal mode. Shift to Attack Mode When the lottery is won, the game shifts from the challenge mode to the attack mode. If a predetermined number of games (for example, 10 times) have been played without winning the shift lottery, the mode shifts from the challenge mode to the normal mode. From the challenge mode, the mode does not shift to the VB mode.

  The challenge mode corresponds to each of the normal gaming state, the first RT state, the second RT state, the third RT state, and the CB state. However, in the challenge mode, since the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified at the time of the pressing order replay winning, the transition to the second RT state and the third RT state is rare, and corresponds to almost the normal gaming state or the first RT state. Will be done. In the challenge mode, when the game state at that time is the normal game state or the first RT state, it can be expected that the number of medals is reduced by about 1.59 each time one game is played, and the game state at that time is the second RT state or the first RT state. In the third RT state, it can be expected that the number of medals is reduced by about 0.06 each time one game is played.

  The attack mode is a display mode in which the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified in both the pressing order bell win and the pressing order replay winning. The attack mode is constituted by four attack modes of a first attack mode to a fourth attack mode having different transition probabilities to the VB mode. In any of the attack modes, the attack mode is changed to the VB mode as compared with the normal mode. The transition probability is higher. Shift to VB Mode When the lottery is won, the mode shifts from the attack mode to the VB mode. Shift to VB Mode If the game has been played a predetermined number of times (for example, 50 times) without winning the lottery, the mode shifts from the attack mode to the normal mode.

  The first attack mode to the fourth attack mode are set so that the probability of winning the lottery transition to the VB mode is different. More specifically, the probability of winning the transition lottery to the VB mode is set such that the fourth attack mode has the highest probability and the first attack mode has the lowest probability. The first attack mode and the second attack mode , The third attack mode, and the fourth attack mode are set so that the probability of winning the lottery transition to the VB mode is increased.

  The attack mode corresponds to each of the normal gaming state, the first RT state, the second RT state, the third RT state, and the CB state. However, in the attack mode, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified in both the pressing order bell win and the pressing order replay winning, so that the stop switch 42 is instructed by the player in the operating order notified. When the user operates .about.44, it almost corresponds to the second RT state. In the attack mode, when the gaming state at that time is the normal gaming state or the first RT state, it can be expected that the number of medals increases by about 0.61 each time one game is played, and the gaming state at that time is the second RT state or the first RT state. In the third RT state, it can be expected that the number of medals increases by about 1.90 each time one game is played. In the attack mode, at least 50 games continue after the game state shifts to the second RT state. Therefore, when shifting to the attack mode, the player can expect an increase of about 100 medals.

  The VB mode is a display mode in which the operating order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified in both the pressing order bell winning and the pressing order replay winning, as in the attack mode. The difference between the VB mode and the attack mode is that, when the second promotion replay 1 or the second promotion replay 2 is won, the operation mode for establishing the first replay winning in the attack mode is notified. In the VB mode, the operation order for establishing the fourth re-game winning or the fifth re-game winning is notified (see FIG. 24B).

  The VB mode corresponds to each of the normal gaming state, the first RT state, the second RT state, the third RT state, and the CB state. However, in the VB mode, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified in both the pressing order bell winning and the pressing order replay winning, and the second promotion replay 1 or the second promotion replay 2 is won. In the case of becoming, the operation order for establishing the fourth re-game winning or the fifth re-game winning is notified. Therefore, the VB mode substantially corresponds to the third RT state when the player operates the stop switches 42 to 44 in the notified operation order. In the VB mode, when the game state at that time is the normal game state or the first RT state, it can be expected that the number of medals increases by about 0.61 each time one game is played, and the game state at that time is the second RT state or the first RT state. In the third RT state, it can be expected that the number of medals increases by about 1.90 each time one game is played. In the VB mode, at least 25 games are continued after the gaming state shifts to the third RT state. Therefore, when shifting to the VB mode, the player can expect an increase of about 50 medals.

  The transition of the display mode when the number of medals owned by the player increases will be described. Generally, the flow is such that the mode shifts from the normal mode to the challenge mode, shifts from the challenge mode to the attack mode, and returns from the attack mode to the normal mode. . Then, in the attack mode, the lottery for shifting to the VB mode is performed. Therefore, if a loop occurs in which the mode shifts from the attack mode to the VB mode and returns to the attack mode from the VB mode, the player is expected to increase the possessed medals more. it can.

  As described above, when the normal mode and the challenge mode are compared, the probability of winning the lottery for shifting to the attack mode is set to be higher in the challenge mode than in the normal mode. Therefore, the challenge mode is also referred to as a so-called chance zone in which a shift to the attack mode is expected.

  In the attack mode, a first attack mode to a fourth attack mode are set, and in each of the attack modes, the winning probability of the shift to the VB mode is different. Then, when shifting from the normal mode or the challenge mode to the attack mode, basically shifting to the first attack mode. In the first attack mode, a lottery for shifting to the VB mode is performed, and a lottery for shifting to the second attack mode is performed. When the player wins the lottery transition to the second attack mode, the game shifts to the second attack mode, and the winning probability of the transition lottery to the VB mode increases. In the second attack mode, a lottery for shifting to the VB mode is performed, and a lottery for shifting to the third attack mode is performed. When the winning in the shift to the third attack mode is won, the game shifts to the third attack mode, and the winning probability of the shift to the VB mode is increased. Then, in the third attack mode, a lottery for shifting to the VB mode is performed, and a lottery for shifting to the fourth attack mode is performed. When the lottery to shift to the fourth attack mode is won, the mode shifts to the fourth attack mode, and the winning probability of the shift to the VB mode is increased.

  Therefore, when the mode is shifted to the attack mode, the promotion from the first attack mode → the second attack mode → the third attack mode → the fourth attack mode to the attack mode is performed, so that the transition probability to the VB mode is increased, and the attack is increased. A loop between the mode and the VB mode is likely to occur.

  As described above, in the present slot machine 10, the player is configured to increase the possessed medals in each of the display modes of the attack mode, the VB mode, and the BB mode. In conjunction with each display mode, a plurality of RT states and a plurality of states such as a BB state and a CB state are switched back and forth due to winning of each replay or stop of the transition. As described above, depending on the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 43 at the time of the pressing order replay winning or the pressing order bell winning, the corresponding replay winning is established or the transition outcome is stopped. Further, in the attack mode or the VB mode, an increase in the number of possessed medals can be expected by notifying the operation order in which the first small winning combination can be established when the push order bell is won.

  Hereinafter, the configuration regarding the display mode will be described.

  The configuration relating to the display mode is roughly divided into (1) a process relating to the shift lottery of the display mode, (2) a process for shifting the game state based on the result of the shift lottery of the display mode, and (3) a process based on the winning result. (4) Processing related to the notification effect on the sub side. Hereinafter, description will be made in order.

<Processing related to display mode transition lottery>
<Lottery result handling process>
The process related to the display mode transition lottery of (1) is performed in the lottery result corresponding process (step S312) of the lottery process (FIG. 16) by the main controller 101. Therefore, the lottery result handling process will be described below with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In step S701, the first BB winning flag or the second BB winning flag has already been set before the current game, and it is determined whether the current game is in the carry-over state of the first BB or the second BB.

  If a negative determination is made in step S701, processing for shifting the display mode in steps S702 to S710 is performed. On the other hand, if the determination in step S701 is affirmative, and the vehicle is in the carry-over state, the display mode transition processing and the like are not performed. That is, while the bonus is being carried over, the execution of the process for shifting to the display mode or the like is restricted.

  Specifically, when a negative determination is made in step S701, it is determined in step S702 whether the current gaming state is the normal gaming state or the first RT state. If an affirmative determination is made in step S702, it is determined in step S703 whether an attack mode winning flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. The attack mode winning flag is a flag that is set when the player has won the attack mode shifting lottery and is cleared when shifting to the attack mode. If a negative determination is made in step S703, the first specific combination process is executed in step S704.

<First specified role processing>
The first specific combination process will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  Here, the case where the first specific combination process is performed is a state in which the game is in the normal game state or the first RT state and has not been won in the attack mode. In this case, the display mode corresponds to the normal mode or the challenge mode. In the first specific combination process, a shift lottery is performed to determine whether to shift the display mode to the challenge mode, and a shift lottery is determined whether to shift to the attack mode. In the first specific combination process, if the current display mode is the challenge mode, a process for adding the number of continuous games in the challenge mode is performed.

  That is, in step S801, it is determined whether the current display mode is in the challenge mode. When not in the challenge mode, it means that the current display mode is the normal mode. If a negative determination is made in step S801, a normal time table is acquired as a table for the attack mode lottery from the various table storage areas 105a of the ROM 105 in step S802. On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S801, in step S803, a challenge mode table is acquired from the various table storage areas 105a of the ROM 105 as an attack mode lottery table. In the normal time table and the challenge mode table, the transition probability to the attack mode is set according to the type of the lottery result (winning combination).

  Specifically, in the mode lottery table stored in the various table storage areas 105a, settings are made such that the probability of winning in each mode shift lottery differs depending on the current display mode and the type of the game result that triggers the lottery. Have been.

  Here, as a game result which is a lottery trigger of the mode shift lottery, as shown in FIG. 37, a strong cherry, a weak cherry, a strong watermelon, a weak watermelon, a chance A, a chance B, a middle bell, a strong cherry overlap 1, a weak cherry Cherry overlap 1, Strong watermelon overlap 1, Weak watermelon overlap 1, Chance A overlap 1, Chance B overlap 1, Middle bell overlap 1, Special lip A overlap 1, Special lip A overlap 2, Single first BB, Single second BB (Hereinafter, these are also collectively referred to as “transition triggers”). These transition triggers are set so that there is a setting difference in the winning probabilities. In general, the point value PV is set such that the setting 1 has the lowest winning probability and the setting 6 has the highest winning probability. . By the way, strong cherry overlap 2, weak cherry overlap 2, strong watermelon overlap 2, weak watermelon overlap 2, chance A overlap 2, chance B overlap 2, middle bell overlap 2, special lip AB overlap 1, special lip AB overlap 2, etc. Even for non-opportunities in which each mode shift lottery is not performed, the winning probabilities are set so as to have a difference.

  In addition, it is optional whether or not to set a difference in the winning probability between the transition trigger and the non-trigger. For example, with respect to the winning probability of the transition trigger, the set point value PV is common regardless of the set value, and the transition rate of each mode transition may be common regardless of the set value. .

  In the lottery table for shifting to the attack mode acquired in step S802 or step S803, the winning probability of the shift lottery is set according to the type of the shift trigger. As shown in FIG. 38, for example, if the transition trigger is a strong cherry, the normal mode table has a 45% probability of winning the transition to the attack mode, while the challenge mode table has a 90% probability. It is set so that a lottery to shift to the attack mode is won, and the challenge mode is easier to win in the lottery to shift to the attack mode than in the normal mode. In addition, when the transition trigger is a strong cherry, the probability of winning the transition lottery to the attack mode in both the normal time table and the challenge mode table is higher than when the transition trigger is a weak cherry, The result is set so that the lower the winning probability (appearance rate) in each game, the easier it is to win the lottery transition to the attack mode.

  After acquiring the attack mode transition lottery table in step S802 or step S803, an attack mode lottery process is executed in step S804. In this process, the lottery counter is obtained from the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106 and is compared with the lottery table obtained in step S802 or S803, thereby performing the lottery for shifting to the attack mode.

  In step S805, based on the processing result of step S804, it is determined whether or not the lottery for shifting to the attack mode has been won. When the lottery to shift to the attack mode is won, in step S806, it is determined whether or not the currently won attack mode is the super attack mode. The super attack mode is an attack mode started after passing through the additional specialization zone. For example, if the initial number of games in the normal attack mode is 50, in the super attack mode, the attack mode is started with the number of games obtained by adding the number of games added in the additional specialization zone to the initial number of games 50. You. Therefore, the advantage for the player is different between the normal attack mode and the super attack mode, and the super attack mode is more advantageous for the player than the attack mode.

  The shift lottery to the super attack mode is executed when the player wins the shift lottery to the attack mode (when the player wins in the lottery process of step S804). The shift lottery is performed depending on the shift trigger and the type of the display mode. This is performed based on the set super-attack mode shift lottery table. As shown in FIG. 38, the shift lottery table for the super attack mode is such that when the player wins the attack mode during the challenge mode, the player wins the transition lottery to the super attack mode than when the player wins the attack mode during the normal mode. It is set to be easy to perform, and the superiority of the challenge mode is secured.

  For example, during the normal mode, the probability of winning in the transition to the attack mode by strong watermelon is 60%, and 5% of the winner in the transition to the super-attack mode is substantially won. When the strong watermelon is won during the normal mode, 57% shifts to the attack mode, and 3% shifts to the super attack mode. On the other hand, during the challenge mode, the probability of winning the transition to the attack mode due to the strong watermelon is 50%, and 50% of the winners in the transition lottery win the super attack mode. In the challenge mode, if a strong watermelon is won during the challenge mode, 25% shifts to the attack mode, 25% shifts to the super attack mode, and the shift rate to the super attack mode is higher than in the normal mode. Furthermore, the winning probability of the transition to the super attack mode lottery differs depending on the transition trigger.For example, when comparing the strong cherry and the strong watermelon, in the normal mode, the winning probability of the transition to the super attack mode is strong cherry and strong. Although common to the watermelon (5% winning probability), in the challenge mode, the winning probability of the transition lottery is set to be higher for the strong watermelon than for the strong cherry.

  If it is determined in step S806 that the super attack mode has been won, a process of setting a special zone winning flag is executed in step S807.

  If a negative determination is made in step S806, or after the process of step S807 is performed, a process of setting an attack mode winning flag is performed in step S808. That is, the attack mode winning flag is set at the time of the attack mode winning, and the special zone winning flag is set at a part of the flag (when the super attack mode is won).

  In a succeeding step S809, it is determined whether or not any of the first BB winning flag, the second BB winning flag, and the CB winning flag (bonus winning flag) is set. If it is determined that the bonus winning flag has not been set, the process proceeds to steps S810 to S813. In steps S810 to S813, a process for setting the precursor mode is performed. The precursor mode is a mode in which a winning suggestion effect that indicates that the player has won the attack mode, the challenge mode, or the like is likely to occur, and after each game in the precursor mode, the player has won the attack mode, the challenge mode, or the like. Is announced. The precursor mode is continued from 0 games to 32 games, and the number of continuous games in the precursor mode is set to be different depending on the type of the attack mode, the challenge mode, and the like that have been won, and whether or not the bonus has been simultaneously won. ing. If the attack mode, challenge mode, etc. are simultaneously won with the bonus, the bonus is notified after the precursor mode, and after the bonus state ends, the player is won in the attack mode, challenge mode, etc. A notification is sent. When the number of precursor games is set to 0 games, the winning notification is performed without going through the precursor mode.

  Specifically, in step S810, first, a process of acquiring the precursor game number table from the various table storage areas 105a of the ROM 105 is performed. As shown in FIG. 39, in the precursor game number table, the number of precursor games to be selected is set to be different depending on whether the current display mode (the normal mode or the challenge mode) and the bonus have been won simultaneously. . Specifically, when the current display mode is the normal mode, and when the bonus is not simultaneously won at the time of the attack mode winning, 1 to 5 games are selected at 80%. Games to 10 games are selected at 20%. On the other hand, even if the current display mode is the normal mode, if the attack mode and the bonus are simultaneously won, 1 to 5 games are selected at 10%, and 6 to 10 games are selected at 20%. %, 11 to 20 games are selected at 50%, and 21 to 32 games are selected at 20%. That is, when the display mode is the normal mode, it is easier to select a longer precursory game number when the bonus is simultaneously won than when the bonus is not simultaneously won. In other words, when the bonus is not simultaneously won, the attack mode winning is notified with a relatively short number of games from the attack mode winning game. On the other hand, if the current display mode is the challenge mode, 0 games are selected as the precursor game number regardless of the presence or absence of the simultaneous bonus winning. That is, in this case, the winning mode is not set, and the winning notification of the attack mode is performed in the next game after the winning game.

  If the bonus is not simultaneously won in the super attack mode (attack mode with an additional special zone) in the normal mode, 1 to 5 games are selected at 70%, and 6 to 10 games are selected. The game is selected at 30%. On the other hand, when the bonus is simultaneously won at the time of winning in the super attack mode in the normal mode, 1 to 5 games are not selected, 6 to 10 games are selected at 20%, and 11 to 20 games are selected. A game is selected at 30%, and 21 to 32 games are selected at 50%. In other words, even when winning in the Super Attack Mode, it is easier to select a greater number of precursor games if you have won the bonus at the same time than if you do not win at the same time, and if you do not win the bonus at the same time , The super attack mode winning is notified with a relatively short number of games from the super attack mode winning game. Even when the super attack mode is won, if the current display mode is the challenge mode, 0 game is selected as the precursor game number regardless of the presence or absence of the bonus simultaneous winning. In other words, in this case, the indication in the super attack mode is performed in the next game after the winning game without being set to the precursor mode.

  When the bonus and the bonus are won simultaneously, the number of precursor games that can be easily selected may be made different depending on the type of the overlapping role. For example, the replay (ninth replay) and the bonus duplication, such as the special lip A duplication 1 and the special lip A duplication 2, are in a small role (strong cherry, strong cherry duplication) like the strong cherry duplication 1 and the weak cherry duplication 1. A precursor mode longer than the overlapping role of the weak cherry and the bonus may be easily selected, or the relationship may be reversed.

  In step S811, based on the sign game number table acquired in step S810 and the lottery counter acquired from the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106, a process of lottery of the present sign mode game is performed. Then, in step S812, a process of inputting the number of precursor games to the precursor counter provided in the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106 is performed. The precursor counter is a counter that is decremented by one for each game. When the precursor counter becomes 0, the precursor mode ends, and a winning notification that a transition lottery such as an attack mode has been won is performed.

  In step S813, a process of setting the precursor command as an output target to the display control device 81 as the sub-side control device is executed. The precursor command includes information on the lottery result (display mode or gaming state to be shifted to after the precursor mode) and the number of precursor games that triggered the precursor mode. The processing on the display control device 81 side based on the reception of the precursor command will be described later in detail.

  If it is determined in step S809 that the bonus winning flag has been set, or after the process of step S813 has been performed, the process advances to step S814 to execute a BB winning process for notifying the BB winning. In the BB winning process, a process of setting the number of precursor games for notifying the BB winning, a freezing lottery process of randomly determining whether or not to perform a freezing effect, and a setting process for performing a freezing effect are performed. . The BB winning process will be described later in detail. After the execution of step S814, the first specific role processing ends.

  If it is determined in step S805 that the lottery for shifting to the attack mode has not been won, the process proceeds to step S815. In step S815, a challenge mode lottery process is executed. In the challenge mode lottery process, a table for the challenge mode lottery is obtained from the various table storage areas 105a of the ROM 105, and a counter for the lottery is obtained from the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. In the table for the challenge mode lottery, the transition probability to the challenge mode is set according to the type of the transition trigger role (FIG. 38). For example, between a strong cherry and a weak cherry, the strong cherry is set to have a higher transition probability to the challenge mode than the weak cherry.

  The case where step S815 is performed includes the case where the display mode is the challenge mode. In this case as well, the challenge mode lottery process is executed in step S815, and the lottery table is common to the normal mode and the challenge mode. The table is. Note that, as in steps S801 to S803, the lottery table may be changed depending on whether or not the game is in the challenge mode.

  In step S816, it is determined whether or not the challenge mode has been won based on the processing result of step S815. If it is determined that the challenge mode has been won, it is determined in step S817 whether the current display mode is the challenge mode. If the mode is the normal mode instead of the challenge mode, a process of setting a challenge mode winning flag in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106 is executed in step S818.

  In a succeeding step S819, it is determined whether or not a bonus winning flag is set. If the bonus winning flag has been set, the process proceeds to the BB winning process in step S814. If the bonus winning flag has not been set, the process proceeds to step S820.

  In steps S820 to S823, a setting process for the precursor mode is performed as in steps S810 to S813. In other words, a precursor game number table is obtained in step S820, a lottery process of the precursor game number is performed in step S821, the precursor game number is set in step S822, and a precursor command is set in step S823.

  In the precursor game number table acquired in step S820, as shown in FIG. 39, when the challenge mode alone is won, 1 to 5 games are selected at 90%, and 6 to 10 games are selected as 10%. % Selected. On the other hand, if the challenge mode is a simultaneous winning with a bonus, 1 to 5 games are selected at 20%, 6 to 10 games are selected at 30%, and 11 to 20 games are selected at 50%. Is done. In other words, even when the challenge mode is won, it is easier to select a longer precursor game number when the bonus is won simultaneously than when the bonus is not won. Thus, the challenge mode winning is notified by a relatively short number of games from the challenge mode winning game.

  If you add the number of precursor games, regardless of whether or not you have won the bonus at the same time, the number of precursor games is longer in the attack mode than in the challenge mode, and the precursor game is longer in the super attack mode than in the attack mode The number is easy to select, and if the player has won the display mode that is advantageous to the player, the long predictive game number is likely to be selected. In addition, when the bonus is not simultaneously won, the number of precursor games of 10 games or less is selected. If the precursor mode continues for 11 or more games, it is determined that the bonus is simultaneously won. I do. Also, even if the bonus and the bonus are won simultaneously, the number of precursor games of 20 or less is selected in the simultaneous winning of the challenge mode and the bonus, while the attack mode, the super attack mode and the bonus In the simultaneous winning, the number of precursor games of 21 or more is also selected. If the precursor mode continues for 21 or more games, it is determined that the game is the bonus + attack mode or the super attack mode. In this way, the fun of predicting the winning content in relation to the number of predictive games is added.

  Further, in the present embodiment, there may be a case where the player is not elected to the attack mode, the challenge mode, or the like at the time of the transition opportunity winning, or the mode is changed to the pseudo precursor mode at the time of the non-event winning. Although such processing will be described later, the number of games set as the pseudo precursor mode is any one of 1 to 20 games. Therefore, the winning suggestion effect frequently occurs for 21 games or more, and it is determined that the shifted sign mode or pseudo sign mode is the sign mode.

  If it is determined in step S817 that the player has won the challenge mode again during the challenge mode, a process for adding the continuation game in the challenge mode is performed in steps S824 to S827. That is, in step S824, it is determined whether the bonus winning flag is set. If the bonus winning flag has not been set, the process proceeds to step S825, and a lottery process of the number of additional games in the challenge mode is executed.

  Here, “addition” means adding the number of continuous games in the challenge mode or the attack mode, and the number of additional games corresponds to a value to be added to the number of continuous games. In step S825, a value to be added to the number of continuous games in the challenge mode is determined by lottery.

  Specifically, in the lottery processing of the number of additional games, a table for lottery of additional games in the challenge mode is obtained from the various table storage areas 105a of the ROM 105, and a counter for lottery is obtained from the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. The table for the challenge mode additional game number lottery is set so that the number of additional games increases according to the type of the game result which is the lottery trigger. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 40, for example, in the strong cherry, the challenge mode of 20 games is added from 2 games, and the average number of added games is 15 games. In addition, in the weak cherry, 30 games are added from 5 games, and the average number of added games is 10 games. Although the number of games in which the weak cherry is larger than the strong cherry is sometimes selected, The average value (expected number of added games) is set so that the strong cherry has a larger number of games.

  In step S826, a process for adding the number of games in the challenge mode is performed. In this process, a value corresponding to the number of additional games randomly selected in step S825 is stored in a counter for managing the number of continuous games in the challenge mode (more specifically, a challenge mode continuation counter provided in various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106). Perform the addition process. Then, in step S827, after performing a process of setting the additional command as an output target to the display control device 81, the first specific role process ends. The additional command includes information that an additional has occurred, the number of additional games, and the target of the additional (challenge mode or attack mode). The processing on the display control device 81 side that has received the additional command will be described in detail later. However, the display control device 81, based on the reception of the additional command, performs additional information as information of the additional command. Information (additional production) is performed.

  If the bonus winning flag is set in step S824, the process proceeds to step S828. In step S828, the challenge mode addition flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106, and the process proceeds to step S814. The challenge mode additional flag is a flag for the CPU 102 to recognize that the additional condition of the number of games in the challenge mode is satisfied. As will be described in detail later, if the bonus ends in a situation where the challenge mode additional flag is set, the additional challenge mode is performed at the end of the bonus. That is, the game in which the additional notification is performed is set to be different depending on whether or not the bonus is simultaneously won.

  Returning to the description of the lottery result handling process (FIG. 32), if the determination is negative in step S702 or if the determination is affirmative in step S703, the process proceeds to step S705. In step S705, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is the second RT state. If it is the second RT state, it is determined in step S706 whether or not the VB mode winning flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. The VB mode winning flag is a flag that is set when a shift lottery in the VB mode is won, and is cleared when shifting to the VB mode. If a negative determination is made in step S706, the second specific combination process is executed in step S707. If a negative determination is made in step S705, it is determined in step S708 whether or not a bonus state is being established. If it is not in the bonus state, or if an affirmative determination is made in step S706, the third specific combination process is executed in step S709.

<Second specified role processing>
The second specific combination process will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  Here, the case where the second specific combination process is performed is a state in which the second RT state is set and the VB mode is not won. The attack mode corresponds to the display mode in this case. In the second specific combination process, a shift lottery is performed to determine whether to shift the display mode to the VB mode or the additional special zone. The additional special zone indicates a state in which the additional number of the continuous games in the attack zone occurs with a high probability over a plurality of games. In the second special combination process, a rank increase in the attack mode is performed and a process for adding the number of continuous games in the attack mode is performed.

  That is, in step S901, a process of grasping the rank of the attack mode is performed. As described above, in the present embodiment, four attack mode ranks of the first to fourth attack modes are provided, and the transition probability to the VB mode is different for each rank. Therefore, a step S901 determines whether the current rank of the attack mode is any of the first to fourth attack modes.

  In step S902, a VB mode lottery table corresponding to the rank of the attack mode grasped in step S901 is acquired from the various table storage areas 105a of the ROM 105. In the VB mode lottery table, the transition probability to the VB mode is set in accordance with the type of the game result that is a lottery trigger. As shown in FIG. 38, for example, between the strong cherry 1 and the weak cherry, the strong cherry 1 is set to have a higher transition probability to the VB mode than the weak cherry. Also, in the VB mode lottery tables of each rank, the transition probability to the VB mode is different overall, and the transition probability to the VB mode is higher in the second attack mode than in the first attack mode. As described above, the fourth attack mode is more likely to switch to the VB mode than the third attack mode so that the third attack mode has a higher probability of transition to the VB mode than the second attack mode. Is set so that the transition probability of the is high.

  In step S903, using the table acquired in step S902 and the lottery counter acquired from the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106, a lottery transition to the VB mode is performed. Then, in step S904, it is determined whether or not the lottery result in step S903 corresponds to the VB mode winning. In the present embodiment, when the shift lottery in the VB mode is performed with the overlapping role with the bonus as a shift trigger, the winning in the shift lottery to the VB mode is not won. That is, the transition to the BB mode and the transition to the VB mode are prevented from overlapping as much as possible, and the advantage of the overlapping role with these bonuses is not excessively increased.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S904, a process of setting the VB mode winning flag in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106 is performed in step S905. Thereafter, in steps S906 to S908, processing for setting the number of precursor games is performed. That is, a precursor game number table is obtained in step S906, a precursor game number is randomly selected in step S907, and a precursor game number is set in step S908. In the precursor game number table acquired in step S906, as shown in FIG. 39, in the attack mode and not in the additional specialization zone, 1 to 5 games are selected at 80%, and 6 to 10 games are selected. Selected at 10%. On the other hand, if it is in the additional specialization zone, 0 games are selected as the number of precursor games. Therefore, when the VB mode is won during the additional specialization zone, the winning notification is performed in the next game.

  After execution of step S908, the process proceeds to step S909, and a VB mode winning process for notifying the VB mode winning is executed. In the VB mode winning process, a freeze lottery process of performing a lottery to determine whether or not to execute a freeze effect when notifying a VB mode win, a setting process for executing a freeze effect, and the like are performed. The VB winning process will be described later in detail. After execution of step S909, the second specific role processing ends.

  If it is determined in step S904 that the result of the VB mode lottery process is not the VB mode winning, the process proceeds to step S910. Steps S910 to S913 are processes for promoting the rank of the attack mode.

  In step S910, an attack mode promotion lottery process is performed. In this process, a promotion lottery table is obtained from the various table storage areas 105a of the ROM 105, and a lottery counter is obtained from the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. A plurality of promotion lottery tables are provided in accordance with the rank of the attack mode. Specifically, a table for the first attack mode, a table for the second attack mode, a table for the third attack mode, and Three (the promotion lottery is not performed in the situation where the user stays in the fourth attack mode). In each table, the winning probability of the promotion lottery is set in accordance with the type of the game result that is a lottery trigger. For example, between the strong cherry and the weak cherry, the strong cherry has a higher probability of winning in the promotion lottery than the weak cherry. In addition, in the tables for each attack mode, the third attack mode table has a lower third rank than the second attack mode table so that the promotion rate of the second attack mode table is lower than that of the first attack mode table. The table for the attack mode is set so that the promotion probability is lower, and is set so that it is difficult to be promoted to the next rank as the rank in the attack mode is promoted.

  In step S911, it is determined whether the result of the lottery in step S910 is a promotion win. If the promotion has been won, in step S912, promotion processing in the attack mode is performed. In this process, a process of rewriting the rank flag provided in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106 from the rank flag corresponding to the current rank of the attack mode to the next higher rank flag is performed.

  Thereafter, in step S913, a process of setting the promotion command as an output target to the display control device 81 is performed. The promotion command includes information on the attack mode of the promotion destination. The display control device 81 that has received the promotion command controls the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like so as to perform the effect for the attack mode of the rank of the promotion destination. As an effect for the attack mode in the auxiliary display unit 65, for example, an effect of a different background color is set according to the rank of the attack mode. When the display control device 81 receives the promotion command, the effect of the attack mode is set. In addition to notifying that the rank has been promoted, control is performed so that the effect for the attack mode is performed with a background color corresponding to the rank of the promoted destination.

  When it is determined in step S911 that the promotion lottery has not been won, or after the processing of step S913 is performed, processing for adding the number of continuous games in the attack mode is performed in steps S914 to S921.

  That is, in step S914, an additional lottery process for the number of games in the attack mode is performed. In the additional lottery process, a table for the additional lottery in the attack mode is obtained from the various table storage areas 105a of the ROM 105, and a counter for the lottery is obtained from the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. As shown in FIG. 41, the table for the attack mode additional lottery is set so that the probability of winning in the additional lottery differs depending on the type of the lottery result.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the additional lottery in the attack mode is set so that the lottery trigger is generated even in the push order bell or the push order replay. The push order bell and the push order replay (hereinafter collectively referred to as “push order combination”) have a common point value PV set regardless of the set value as shown in FIG. There is no difference. The setting is also made so that there is no difference in the winning probability of the additional lottery and the number of additional games at the time of the winning in the additional number of games to be performed with the pushing order. In other words, there is no setting difference in the additional performance triggered by the pushing order. In the following description, these pushing sequences, including the above-mentioned transition triggering role, are also referred to as specific roles in the following description as triggers for the lottery regarding the instruction function. In addition, whether or not a setting difference is provided in the additional performance triggered by the pressing order is optional, and a configuration in which the setting difference is provided may be employed.

  As shown in FIG. 41, among the specific winning combinations, the pushing succession is set to have a lower winning probability of the additional lottery in the attack mode than in the transition triggering role. Therefore, it is more promising to add the number of games in the attack mode when a shift trigger appears than when a pushing role appears as a lottery result of each game. Then, it is considered that the player proceeds with the game while expecting the transition opportunity role winning on the premise thereof. On the other hand, the pushing order has a higher winning probability in each game than the transition trigger, and can be said to be a game result that is relatively easy to appear. By adopting such a combination structure, it is possible to reduce the presence as an incentive role by adding the pushing sequence, and to enhance the surprisingness when the addition occurs. In addition, there is a chance that the extras based on the pushing sequence can be realistically generated in the attack mode (more specifically, once the initial game number of 50 games is executed two or three times, one occurrence occurs). The appearance rate). For this reason, it is possible to preferably generate an additional event triggered by the surprising pushing role as described above.

  If it is determined that the additional lottery has been won, it is determined in step S916 whether or not a bonus winning flag has been set. If the bonus winning flag has not been set, the process proceeds to step S917, and a lottery process for the number of additional games in the attack mode is performed. In the lottery processing of the number of additional games, a table for the number of additional games in the attack mode is obtained from the various table storage areas 105a of the ROM 105, and a counter for the lottery is obtained from the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. In the attack mode additional game number lottery table, as shown in FIG. 40, the number of additional games is set differently according to the type of the special combination. For example, in the case of strong cherry, the addition of the attack mode from 20 games to 200 games is performed, and the average number of added games is 30 games. In addition, in the weak cherry, 300 games are added from 5 games, and the average number of added games is 20 games, and the number of games in which the weak cherry is larger than the strong cherry may be selected. The average value is set so that the strong cherry has a larger number of games.

  In step S918, an additional processing for the number of games in the attack mode is performed. In this process, a value corresponding to the number of additional games selected in step S917 is stored in a counter for managing the number of continuous games in the attack mode (more specifically, an attack mode continuation counter provided in various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106). Perform the addition process. In a succeeding step S919, an additional notification process for notifying that the additional lottery has been won and the number of games is performed. Then, in step S920, an additional command including the processing result of the additional notification process is set as an output target to the display control device 81, and then the second specific role process ends. The additional notification processing will be described later in detail.

  If the bonus winning flag has been set in step S916, the process proceeds to step S921. In step S921, the attack mode addition flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106, and the second specific role processing ends. The attack mode additional flag is a flag for the CPU 102 to recognize that the additional condition for the number of games in the attack mode is satisfied. Although the details will be described later, if the bonus ends in a situation in which the attack mode addition flag is set, the addition of the attack mode is performed at the end of the bonus. In other words, similarly to the additional notification of the number of games in the challenge mode, the game in which the additional notification is performed is set to be different depending on whether or not the bonus is simultaneously won.

  If it is determined in step S915 that the additional lottery has not been won, the process proceeds to step S922. In step S922, a lottery for shifting to the specialization zone is executed. In other words, when a specific combination is won during the attack mode, if the lottery to shift to the VB mode or the additional lottery in the attack mode is not won, the lottery to shift to the specialization zone is performed. In the specialization zone lottery process, a specialization zone shift lottery table is obtained from the various table storage area 105a of the ROM 105, and a lottery for determining whether to shift the display mode to the specialization zone is performed by a lottery counter or the like. Do.

  As shown in FIG. 38, the specialization zone transfer lottery table is set such that the transfer lottery winning probability differs depending on the type of the transfer triggering role among the specific roles. As already described, of the transition triggering role, the overlapping role with the bonus is not won in the lottery for shifting to the VB mode, but as shown in FIG. 41, the overlapping role with the bonus is set in the attack mode. The game is set so that the lottery is always won (the probability is 100%). Therefore, the special zone shift lottery is not performed when the overlapping role with these bonuses is triggered, and the special zone shift lottery is at the time of winning a strong cherry or a weak cherry that is not a duplicate role with the bonus, The setting is made so that if the lottery to be shifted to the VB mode and the number of games to be added are not won, the winning is possible. For example, a special zone transfer lottery based on strong cherry is won with a probability of 5%, and a special zone transfer lottery based on weak cherry is won with a 0.5% probability. On the other hand, in the specialization zone transfer lottery based on the strong watermelon, the player wins with a probability of 15%, and in the specialty zone transfer lottery based on the weaker watermelon, the player wins with a probability of 5%.

  In step S923, based on the processing result in step S922, it is determined whether or not the lottery transfer to the specialized zone has been won. If the winning has not been achieved, the second specifying combination process ends. If the winning has been achieved, processing for setting a special zone winning flag in the various flag storage area 106d is performed in step S924. Then, in step S925, a process of acquiring a precursor game number table is performed. In step S926, a lottery process of the precursor game number is performed. In step S927, a process of setting the precursor game number is performed. Is performed, and then the second specific role process ends. The processing of steps S925 to S927 is, for example, the same as the processing of steps S906 to S908, and is a processing for setting the precursor mode.

  If a negative determination is made in step S923, and the lottery to shift to the VB mode, the additional lottery to the number of games in the attack mode, and the lottery to shift to the specialization zone are not won, the second specific role process ends. .

<Third specified role process>
Next, the third specific role processing executed in step S709 in FIG. 32 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  The case where the third specific combination process is performed is a case where the third RT state is set, or a case where the second RT state is set and the VB mode is won. The display mode in this case corresponds to the attack mode or the VB mode. In the third special combination process, a process for adding the number of continuous games in the attack mode and a shift lottery for determining whether or not to shift to the specialization zone are performed.

  That is, in step S1001, a lottery process is performed in which the number of games in the attack mode is added. This process is the same as the process in step S914. The lottery process in step S914 and the lottery process in step S1001 may have different winning probabilities in the additional lottery.

  In step S1002, it is determined whether or not the lottery result in step S1001 is an additional winning result. If it is determined that an additional lottery has been won, it is determined in step S1003 whether a bonus winning flag has been set. If the bonus winning flag has not been set, the process advances to step S1004 to perform a lottery process for the number of additional games in the attack mode. Then, in step S1005, an additional processing for the number of games in the attack mode is performed, an additional notification processing is performed in step S1006, and a processing for setting the additional command as an output target to the display control device 81 is performed in step S1007. Then, the third specific combination process ends. Steps S1003 to S1007 are the same as steps S916 to S920. The number of additional games may be different between the lottery process in step S917 and the lottery process in step S1004.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1002, the process proceeds to step S1009. In step S1009, a lottery for shifting to the specialized zone is executed. In other words, when the specific combination is won in the VB mode, the lottery for shifting to the specialization zone is performed even if the number of games added in the attack mode is not selected. The specialization zone lottery process is the same as the process in step S922 described above, and is performed based on the specialization zone shift lottery table (FIG. 38). The processing in steps S1010 to S1015 is the same as the processing in steps S923 to S928 described above. If it is determined in step S1003 that the bonus winning flag has been set, then in step S1008, the additional flag for the attack mode is set, and the third specific role process ends. The attack mode addition flag is as described above.

  Returning to the description of the lottery result handling process of FIG. 32, after execution of step S704, step S707 or step S709, or if an affirmative determination is made in step S708, the process proceeds to step S710, where the result of the current lottery process is the push order replay or It is determined whether or not the pushing order of the pushing order bell has been won. If it is determined that the winning combination has been won, a pushing winning process is executed in step S711. The pushing sequence process will be described later in detail.

  When a negative determination is made in step S710, or after the process of step S711 is performed, the process proceeds to step S712. In step S712, it is determined whether or not a special zone flag corresponding to the additional special zone is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. As described above, after the special zone winning flag is set based on winning the transition lottery to the super attack mode and the lottery to the special zone as described above, the transition to the special zone This flag is set when it occurs (when the seventh replay prize is established). If the specialized zone flag has been set in step S712, specialized zone processing is executed in step S713. If a negative determination is made in step S712, or after the process of step S713 is performed, the lottery result handling process ends.

<Specialized zone processing>
The specialized zone processing will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In the specialized zone processing, first, in step S1101, the result of the current lottery processing is grasped. In the following step S1102, an additional game number lottery process in the attack mode is performed. In a succeeding step S1103, an additional process for the number of games in the attack mode is performed. Then, in step S1104, an additional notification process is executed, and in step S1105, an additional command is set, and then the specialized zone process ends. The processing in steps S1102 to S1105 is the same as the processing in steps S917 to S920. However, the number of games to be selected is larger in the additional game number lottery process in step S1102 than in the additional game number lottery process in step S917 (FIG. 40). Further, in the specialization zone, it is set so that an additional game number in the attack mode always occurs regardless of the game result (FIG. 41).

  As described above, in the lottery result handling process, on the condition that the player is not in the carryover state, the process for shifting to the challenge mode, the attack mode, or the VB mode, or the process for increasing the number of continuous games in the challenge mode or the attack mode is performed. Etc. are performed. In other words, even if the specific role is won, during the carryover state, the process of shifting to the challenge mode, the attack mode, or the VB mode, or the process of adding the number of continuous games in the challenge mode or the attack mode is not performed. Its implementation is limited. When the player has won the shift lottery to the challenge mode, the attack mode, or the VB mode, a notification that the player has won the shift lottery after a precursor game is issued. Therefore, a process for shifting the gaming state based on the result of the display mode shift lottery will be described below.

<Process for shifting game state based on result of display mode shift lottery>
(2) In the processing for shifting the gaming state based on the result of the display mode shift lottery, processing for notifying that the player has won the display mode shift lottery and notification for shifting the game state are performed. And the processing for performing it. Therefore, first, a process related to notification that the transfer lottery has been won will be described.

<Mode transition notification process>
The notification that the transfer lottery has been won is performed in the mode transfer notification process (step S206) in the normal process (FIG. 15). The mode transition notification process is a process performed when a predetermined bet operation is performed (when the bet number is determined to be the specified number in step S205). Hereinafter, the mode transition notification process will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In step S1201, it is determined whether or not the number of precursor games is zero. The counting of the number of precursor games is performed in a winning result correspondence process described later, and the number of precursor games is decremented by one each time one game is consumed. If the number of precursor games is not 0, the mode transition notification process ends.

  If the number of precursor games is 0, it is determined in step S1202 whether a bonus winning flag is set. That is, it is determined whether or not the present sign mode is the sign mode triggered by the bonus winning. If the bonus winning flag has been set, the bonus winning notification command is set as an output target to the display control device 81 in step S1203, and then the mode transition notification processing ends. The display control device 81 that has received the bonus winning notification command performs notification on the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like that the bonus has been won. This notification will be described later in detail.

  Incidentally, in the present embodiment, when the bonus and the attack mode, the challenge mode, and the like are simultaneously won, the winning notification of the attack mode and the like is performed at the end of the bonus notified in step S1203. The process related to the winning notification will be described in detail later. However, when performing the winning notification such as the attack mode in accordance with the bonus winning notification, the winning notification in the attack mode or the like is performed according to the bonus winning notification command set in step S1203. It is good to set a command.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1202, the process proceeds to step S1204. In step S1204, it is determined whether the challenge mode winning flag is set. That is, it is determined whether or not the present sign mode is the sign mode triggered by the challenge mode winning. If the challenge mode winning flag has been set, the challenge mode winning flag is cleared in step S1205. Then, in step S1206, a challenge mode flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. The challenge mode flag is a flag for the CPU 102 to know that the current display mode is the challenge mode. In step S1207, a challenge mode start command is set as an output target to the display control device 81. The display control device 81 that has received the challenge mode start command notifies the start of the challenge mode by using the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. This notification will be described later in detail.

  Then, in step S1208, the count of the number of continuous challenge modes is started. Specifically, an initial value (for example, 10) of the number of continuous games in the challenge mode is set in a challenge mode continuation counter provided in the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. After performing the process of step S1208, the mode transition notification process ends.

  If it is determined in step S1204 that the challenge mode winning flag has not been set, it is determined in step S1209 whether the attack mode winning flag has been set. That is, it is determined whether or not the present sign mode is the sign mode triggered by the attack mode winning. If the attack mode winning flag has been set, the attack mode winning flag is cleared in step S1210. In step S1211, an attack notification flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. The attack notification flag is a flag for shifting the gaming state to the second RT state in accordance with the winning of the shift lottery in the attack mode. Thereafter, in step S1212, an attack mode winning notification command is set as an output target to the display control device 81. The display control device 81 that has received the attack mode winning notification command notifies the fact that the player has won the attack mode shift lottery by using the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. This notification will be described later in detail. After executing the process in step S1212, the mode transition notification process ends.

  Incidentally, in the present embodiment, the winning notification in the super attack mode is different from the winning notification in the attack mode. Therefore, in step S1212, the configuration may be such that the attack mode winning notification command is set so as to include information on whether or not the mode is the super attack mode. The mode of the winning notification in the attack mode and the mode of the winning notification in the super attack mode may be different as long as the player can be identified. The mode may be more flashy than the mode of the notification of the winning in the attack mode.

  It should be noted that a configuration may be adopted in which the winning notification in the attack mode and the super attack mode is shared. By doing so, during the period from the attack mode winning notification game to the start notification game, it is possible to make it appear as if the winning content has been promoted from the attack mode to the super attack mode. The delay caused by the difference between the notification game and the start notification game can be eliminated.

  If it is determined in step S1209 that the attack mode winning flag has not been set, it is determined in step S1213 whether the VB mode winning flag has been set. That is, it is determined whether or not the present sign mode is the sign mode triggered by the VB mode winning. If the attack mode winning flag has been set, the VB mode winning flag is cleared in step S1214. Then, in step S1215, a VB notification flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. The VB notification flag is a flag for shifting the gaming state to the third RT state in accordance with winning in the shift lottery of the VB mode. After that, in step S1216, the VB mode winning notification command is set as an output target to the display control device 81. The display control device 81 that has received the VB mode winning notification command notifies the fact that the VB mode shift lottery has been won by using the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. This notification will be described later in detail. After executing the process of step S1216, the mode transition notification process ends.

  If it is determined in step S1213 that the VB mode winning flag has not been set, the process advances to step S1217. In step S1217, it is determined whether or not the special zone winning flag is set. If it has not been set, the mode transition notification process ends. If it is set, in step S1218, processing for clearing the special zone winning flag is performed. Then, in step S1219, a process of setting a special zone notification flag in the various flag storage area 106d is performed. The special zone notification flag is a flag for executing the pressing order notification corresponding to the seventh replay winning. After executing the processing in step S1219, the special zone winning notification command is set as an output target to the display control device 81 in step S1220, and then the mode transition notification processing ends. The display control device 81 that has received the special zone winning notification command controls the auxiliary display unit 65 and the speaker 64 so as to notify that the special zone has been won. If a negative determination is made in step S1217, the mode shift notification process ends.

  That is, of the challenge mode, the attack mode, the VB mode, and the specialization zone, which shift through the sign mode, the challenge mode is set based on the bet operation when the sign game number of the sign mode becomes 0. Be started. On the other hand, for the attack mode, the VB mode, and the specialization zone, only the notification that the player has won the attack mode transition lottery or the VB mode transition lottery based on the bet operation when the number of precursor games in the precursor mode becomes zero. The attack mode, the VB mode, and the specialization zone are not started even if the number of precursor games becomes zero. This is because while the challenge mode as the display mode does not involve a transition of the gaming state, the attack mode or the VB mode involves a transition of the gaming state, and specifically, the attack mode transitions to the second RT state. The VB mode is started due to the difference between the start and the transition to the third RT state. Note that the specialization zone may not be accompanied by the transition of the gaming state (from the third RT state to the third RT state). However, in the present embodiment, the seventh replay winning game in the third RT state is set as the start game. The processing configuration is as described above.

  As described above, the state is shifted to the second RT state when the first promotion replays 1 to 4 are won and the third replay winning is established, and the second promotion replays 1 and 2 are shifted to the third RT state. , And moves to the case where the fourth and fifth replay winnings are established. Then, the case where the first promotion replays 1 to 4 are won and the third replay winning is established, or the case where the second promotion replays 1 and 2 are won and the fourth and fifth replay winnings are established, This is the case where the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 at the time of the promotion replay winning corresponds to the third replay prize or the like. Therefore, when the player has won the lottery for shifting to the attack mode or the VB mode, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is then notified in the game that has been won for the role that causes the game state to be shifted. The game state can be shifted. It should be noted that the notification as the preparation state (for example, “the state of the game is shifted to the state of the game”) after the notification of the winning in the shift lottery of the attack mode or the VB mode is performed until the start of the attack mode or the VB mode (until the game state shifts). "Preparing".

<Explanation on transition of display mode>
The process for notification for shifting the gaming state is performed in the pushing sequence process (step S711) in the lottery result correspondence process (FIG. 32). Here, prior to the description of the pressing sequence process, an outline of the case where the operation sequence of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified will be described with reference to FIG. 43.

<Outline of push order information production>
The notification of the operation sequence at the time of winning the pressing order (pressing order notification, pressing order notification effect, sequence notification, mode notification) is mainly performed by the auxiliary display unit 65 and the instruction monitor 68. Here, the pressing order notification effect on the auxiliary display unit 65 will be described by taking as an example a case where the pressing order is won when the operation order to be notified this time is middle → right → left. The notification of the pressing order on the instruction monitor 68 will be described later in detail.

  As shown in FIG. 43A, in the auxiliary display unit 65, of the three button displays arranged in parallel corresponding to the stop switches 42 to 44, the button display corresponding to the stop switch to be operated first (middle stop in the figure) The number 1 is added to the middle button display (corresponding to the switch 43), and is displayed larger than the other button displays. Each button is displayed in a color corresponding to the winning combination (yellow for a bell, blue for a replay, etc.). Thus, the player can recognize that the winning combination in the current game and that the stop switch to be operated first is the middle stop switch 43. In addition, in the auxiliary display unit 65, the right button display indicates a numeral indicating that the next stop switch to be operated is the right stop switch 44 and the last stop switch to be operated is the left stop switch 42. 2 is displayed, and the number 3 is displayed on the left button display.

  When the player operates the middle stop switch 43, the middle display of the button corresponding to the middle stop switch 43 disappears on the auxiliary display unit 65, and the right button corresponding to the right stop switch 44 is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65, as shown in FIG. The button display is enlarged. Thereby, the player can confirm that the operation of the middle stop switch 43 has been completed and that the next stop switch to be operated is the right stop switch 44.

  When the player operates the right stop switch 44, the right button display corresponding to the right stop switch 44 disappears on the auxiliary display unit 65, and the left button corresponding to the left stop switch 42 is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65, as shown in FIG. The button display is enlarged. Thereby, the player can confirm that the operation of the right stop switch 44 has been completed and that the next stop switch to be operated is the left stop switch 42.

  The execution timing of the push order notification will be described. During the invalid period of the stop switches 42 to 44 from the start of rotation of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R to the constant speed rotation after the acceleration period, the push order notification is performed. Is set to be executed. As described above, the pressing order is notified at a timing before the operation of the stop switches 42 to 44 becomes effective, so that the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is recognized and the stop switches 42 to 44 are recognized. Can be desired, and the game can proceed at a good tempo.

<Pushing sequence processing>
Next, the pressing succession process executed in step S712 in the lottery result correspondence process (FIG. 32) will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In step S1301, it is determined whether the current lottery result is one of the first promotion replays 1 to 4. The case where a positive determination is made in step S1301 is a case where the first re-game or the third re-game is won according to the operation sequence of the current game. In this case, the process advances to step S1302 to determine whether an attack notification flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. As described above, the attack notification flag is a flag that is set when the number of precursor games in the precursor mode becomes 0 after winning the transition lottery to the attack mode in the mode transition reporting process (FIG. 42). is there.

  If the attack notification flag is set, a process for notifying the push order of the third replay is executed in step S1303. Specifically, of the first re-game and the third re-game, the operation order corresponding to the third re-game prize is notified (see FIG. 24A). Then, in step S1304, a process of setting the push order notification command as an output target to the display control device 81, which is the sub-side control device, is performed, and then the final push sequence process ends. The push order notification command includes information on the current display mode and information on the lottery result. Processing on the display control device 81 side based on the reception of the pressing order notification command will be described later in detail.

  In the case where the operation order corresponding to the third replay prize is notified in step S1303, basically, the lottery for shifting to the attack mode is won, and the winning notification of the attack mode is performed via the precursor mode. It is assumed that the state has been changed and before shifting to the attack mode. That is, in the lottery tables in the second RT state and the third RT state, the first promotion replays 1 to 4 are not won, and the first promotion replays 1 to 4 are won only in the first RT state. However, even during the attack mode, the gaming state may fall from the second RT state to the first RT state due to an erroneous operation or the like. Even in such a case, the first promotion replays 1 to 4 are won. By doing so, it is possible to quickly return to the second RT state.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1301, it is determined in step S1305 whether the current lottery result is one of fall replays 1-3. The case where the affirmative determination is made in step S1305 is a case where the first re-game or the second re-game is won according to the operation sequence of the current game. In this case, in step S1306, it is determined whether or not the attack notification flag is set. If the attack notification flag is set, in step S1307, a process for notifying the push order of the first replay is executed. Specifically, of the first re-game and the second re-game, the operation order corresponding to the first re-game winning is notified (see FIG. 24 (b)). After that, in step S1308, a process of setting a push order notification command is performed, and then the final push sequence process ends.

  As described above, when the first promotion replays 1 to 4 are won in a situation where the lottery to shift to the attack mode has been won, the operating state corresponding to the third replay prize is notified, and the gaming state is changed to the third state. It is possible to shift to the 2RT state. On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S1302, the push-sequence combination process ends without performing the push-sequence notification process. Therefore, for example, in the first RT state, even if the first promotion replays 1 to 4 are won without winning in the attack mode, the first replay winning is established, and the third replay winning is established. , There is.

  Further, when the player has won the fall replays 1 to 3 in a state where the attack notification flag is set, the operation state corresponding to the first replay prize is notified, and the game state is shifted to the first RT state. It becomes possible not to make it do. On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S1306, the push-sequence combination process is terminated without performing the push-sequence notification process. Therefore, for example, when the attack mode ends and the attack notification flag is cleared, and the display mode shifts to the normal mode, the second replay prize may be established due to the winning of the fall replays 1 to 3 and the RT state. Shifts from the second RT state to the first RT state.

  Further, for example, in the first RT state, the first promotion replays 1 to 4 are won without winning in the attack mode, and the operation order happens to correspond to the third replay winning, and the third replay winning is established. Even if the player has performed the game (even if the game has shifted to the second RT state), the second replay prize may be established by winning the fall replays 1 to 3. Therefore, as described above, even if the player accidentally shifts to the second RT state without winning the attack mode, the player immediately shifts to the first RT state.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1305, it is determined in step S1309 whether the current lottery result is one of the second promotion replays 1 and 2. The case where the affirmative determination is made in step S1309 is the case where the first re-game, the fourth re-game, or the fifth re-game is won according to the operation sequence of the current game. In this case, in step S1310, it is determined whether or not the attack notification flag is set. If the attack notification flag is set, in step S1311, it is determined whether the VB notification flag or the special zone notification flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. As described above, the VB notification flag is a flag that is set when the number of precursor games in the precursor mode becomes 0 after winning the lottery transition to the VB mode in the mode transition reporting process (FIG. 42). is there. The special zone notification flag is a flag that is set when the number of precursor games in the precursor mode becomes 0 after winning the lottery transition to the special zone in the mode transition reporting process (FIG. 42). is there.

  When the notification flag for VB or the notification flag for special zone is set, in step S1312, a process for notifying the push order of the fourth re-game or the fifth re-game is executed. Specifically, of the first re-game, the fourth re-game, and the fifth re-game, the operation order corresponding to the fourth re-game prize or the fifth re-game prize is notified (see FIG. 24B). After that, in step S1313, a process of setting the push order notification command is performed, and then the final push sequence process ends.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1310, the push-sequence combination process ends without performing the push-sequence notification process. On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S1311, a process for notifying the pressing order of the first replay in step S1307 and a process of setting a pressing order notification command in step S1308 are performed. This completes the pressing process. Therefore, in the case where the second promotion replays 1 and 2 are won without winning in the VB mode or the specialization zone, if the player is in the attack mode, a press order notification effect corresponding to the first replay prize is performed, and the attack is performed. If it is not in the mode, the push order notification effect is not performed.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1309, it is determined in step S1314 whether the current lottery result is BAR replay 1. The case where the affirmative determination is made in step S1314 is a case where any one of the first re-game, the third re-game, and the sixth to eighth re-games wins depending on the operation order of the current game. In this case, in step S1315, it is determined whether the attack notification flag is set. If the attack notification flag is set, it is determined in step S1316 whether the specialized zone notification flag is set. If the attack notification flag is set and the specialized zone notification flag is set, in step S1317, a process for notifying the push order of the seventh replay is executed. Specifically, of the first re-game, the third re-game, and the sixth to eighth re-games, the operation order corresponding to the seventh re-game prize is notified (see FIG. 24 (c)). After that, in step S1318, a process of setting the push order notification command is performed, and then the final push sequence process ends.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1315, the push-sequence combination process ends without performing the process for reporting the push-sequence. On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S1316, a process for notifying the pressing order of the third replay is performed in step S1303, and a process of setting a pressing order notification command in step S1304 is performed. This completes the pressing process. Therefore, when the BAR replay 1 is won without winning in the VB mode or the specialization zone, if the player is in the attack mode, a pressing order notification effect corresponding to the third replay prize is performed, and the player must be in the attack mode. If the push order notification effect is not performed.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1314, it is determined in step S1319 whether the current lottery result is a pressing order bell win. If it is the push order bell winning, in step S1320, it is determined whether the current display mode is the normal mode or the challenge mode. If the mode is not the normal mode or the challenge mode, in step S1321, a process for notifying the pressing order for notifying the operation order corresponding to the first small winning combination is executed (see FIG. 20). After that, in step S1322, a process of setting a push order notification command is performed, and then the final push sequence process ends. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1320, the main pressing sequencer process ends without performing the pressing sequence notification process. If a negative determination is made in step S1319, the reach eye pressing order notification process in step S1323 is executed, and then the full pressing winning combination process ends. The reach eye pressing order notification process will be described later in detail.

  In a case where at least a predetermined number (one time) of the pressing order notification is performed in the challenge mode, in step S1302 or step S1320, it is determined whether the predetermined number of the pressing order notification is performed during the challenge mode. Is preferably performed. Then, when a negative determination is made in this determination, the predetermined number of times may be counted, and the process may proceed to the pressing order notification process in step S1303 or step S1321.

<Process for shifting display mode based on winning result>
<Winning result processing>
Next, a description will be given of a process performed when a combination corresponding to the transition of the gaming state wins as a result of performing the notification for transitioning the gaming state as described above (3). This process is performed in the winning result correspondence process (step S415) in the reel control process (FIG. 19). Hereinafter, the winning result handling process will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In step S1401, a game number management process is executed. As will be described in detail later, in this game number management process, in addition to the counting of the number of precursor games in the above-mentioned precursor mode, the number of continuous games in the challenge mode, attack mode, VB mode, specialization zone, and the like are performed. In a succeeding step S1402, a postponement notification process is executed. The post-addition notification process is a process for performing post-addition notification, which is one mode of notification of additional post-notification. The post notification process will be described later in detail.

  In a succeeding step S1403, it is determined whether or not the current stop result indicates that a third replay winning is established. As described above, when the third re-game winning is established, in the RT state processing (FIG. 22), processing for shifting the game state to the second RT state is performed. In this case, in step S1404, it is determined whether the attack notification flag is set. The case where the attack notification flag is not set is the case where the third replay prize is established without the condition for shifting to the attack mode being established. In this case, the process for starting the attack mode is not performed, The winning result handling process ends as it is.

  If the attack notification flag is set, it is determined in step S1405 whether the current display mode is in the attack mode. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the attack mode flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d. The attack mode flag is a flag for the CPU 102 to specify that the display mode is the attack mode. Incidentally, as a flag for specifying the display mode, a challenge mode flag, a VB mode flag, a specialized zone flag, and a BB mode flag are provided in addition to the attack mode flag. In this embodiment, when the display mode is a mode corresponding to an RT state higher than the attack mode (VB mode, additional special zone), the attack mode flag is set to a flag corresponding to the mode (VB mode flag, (Specialized zone flag). Therefore, for example, in step S1405, the case where it is determined that the attack mode flag is set includes not only the case of the attack mode but also the case of the VB mode or the specialization zone. .

  If the attack mode flag has been set in step S1405, the display mode is already the attack mode, and the main winning result handling process ends as it is. On the other hand, if the attack mode flag has not been set, a process for starting the attack mode is performed in steps S1406 to S1409.

  That is, in step S1406, an attack mode flag is set. In a succeeding step S1407, an attack mode start command is set as an output target to the display control device 81. The display control device 81 that has received the attack mode start command notifies the start of the attack mode from the next game through the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. This notification will be described later in detail. After that, in step S1408, counting of the number of continuous attack modes is started. Specifically, an initial value (for example, 50) of the number of continuous games in the attack mode is set in an attack mode continuation counter provided in various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106.

  After performing the processing in step S1408, it is determined in step S1409 whether or not the specialized zone flag is set. The case where the determination in step S1409 is affirmative means that the currently selected attack mode is the super attack mode. In this case, after clearing the specialization zone winning flag in step S1410, the additional specialization zone starts. Processing (steps S1419 to S1421). The process for starting the additional specialization zone will be described later. If a negative determination is made in step S1409, the winning result handling process ends.

  If it is determined in step S1403 that the third replay winning has not been established, the process proceeds to step S1411. In step S1411, it is determined whether or not the fourth and fifth replay winnings have been established as a result of the current stop. As described above, when the fourth and fifth re-game winnings are established, in the RT state processing (FIG. 22), processing for shifting the game state to the third RT state is performed. In this case, it is determined in step S1412 whether the VB notification flag is set. If the VB notification flag is not set, it means that the fourth and fifth replay winnings have been achieved without winning the VB mode shift lottery. In this case, the VB mode start processing is not performed. Then, the winning result handling process is terminated. If the VB notification flag has been set, it is determined in step S1413 whether the VB mode flag has been set. When the VB mode flag is set, the display mode is already the VB mode, and the main winning result handling process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if the VB mode flag has not been set, a process for starting the VB mode is performed in steps S1414 to S1416.

  That is, in step S1414, a process of setting the VB mode flag is performed. In this case, an attack mode flag and a VB mode flag coexist in the various flag storage area 106d. This is because the VB mode shifts through the attack mode, and the mode always shifts to the attack mode after the end of the VB mode.

  After that, the VB mode start command is set as an output target to the display control device 81 in step S1415. The display control device 81 that has received the VB mode start command notifies the start of the VB mode from the next game by using the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. This notification will be described later in detail. Then, in step S1416, counting of the VB mode continuation number is started. Specifically, an initial value (for example, 25) of the number of continuous games in the VB mode is set in a VB mode continuation counter provided in various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. After performing the processing in step S1416, the main winning result correspondence processing ends.

  If it is determined in step S1411 that the fourth and fifth replay winnings have not been established, the process advances to step S1417. In step S1417, it is determined whether or not the seventh re-game winning has been established as a result of the current stop. In the present embodiment, when the seventh replay prize has been established, that is, a “black BAR” symbol is placed in the middle of the left reel 32L, a “black BAR” symbol is placed in the middle of the middle reel 32M, and a “black BAR” symbol is placed in the middle of the right reel 32R. When the “black BAR” symbol stops and the “black BAR” symbol stops on the middle combination line, the system shifts to the special addition zone. Note that the case where the seventh re-game winning is established is a case where the BAR replay 1 is won and the case where the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated in the operation order corresponding to the seventh re-game winning. (FIG. 24 (c)).

  If the seventh replay winning has been established, it is determined in step S1418 whether or not the special zone notification flag has been set. If the specialized zone notification flag is set, a process for starting a specialized zone is performed in steps S1419 to S1421. Note that, as described above, at the start of the super attack mode, the processing of steps S1419 to S1421 is also performed when the determination of step S1409 is affirmative and the processing of step S1410 is performed.

  Specifically, in step S1419, a process of setting a specialized zone flag in the various flag storage areas 106d of the RAM 106 is performed. The specialization zone flag is a flag for the CPU 102 to know that the zone is the additional specialization zone. When the specialization zone flag is set, the counting of the number of continuous games in the VB mode is stopped. . In this case, an attack mode flag, a VB mode flag, and a specialized zone flag may coexist in the various flag storage area 106d.

  After that, in step S1420, the specialized zone start command is set as an output target to the display control device 81. The display control device 81 that has received the specialization zone start command notifies the start of the specialization zone from the next game through the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. This notification will be described later in detail. Then, in step S1421, counting of the number of specialization zone continuations is started. Specifically, an initial value (for example, 5) of the number of games to be continued in the specialized zone is set in a specialized zone continuation counter provided in various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. After performing the processing in step S1421, the main winning result correspondence processing ends. If a negative determination is made in step S1417 or step S1418, the winning result handling process ends.

  As described above, processing for shifting the display mode is performed separately from the RT state processing (FIG. 22) based on the winning of the role (the third to fifth replays) corresponding to shifting the gaming state. Do. This is to prevent the attack mode or the like from being started based on the fact that the role corresponding to shifting the gaming state happens to be won even though the player has not won the display mode shift lottery. It is.

  In addition, when the display mode is shifted, the game mode is shifted to a higher mode, that is, when shifting from the normal mode or the challenge mode to the attack mode, or when shifting from the attack mode to the VB mode, Alternatively, when shifting from the attack mode or the VB mode to the specialization zone, the shift is performed based on the winning result of the corresponding combination. Therefore, the transition of the display mode and the transition of the gaming state are performed as a set in the same game. On the other hand, in the case of transition to the lower mode, the transition of the display mode is not performed when the game state transitions due to, for example, the second replay winning as a fall replay or the stop of the transition exit. When shifting to a lower mode, the gaming state is managed by the winning result (RT state processing), while the display mode is managed by the number of games. Therefore, when shifting to the lower mode, the shifting of the game state and the shifting of the display mode may be performed in different games.

<Game number management processing>
The game number management processing executed in step S1401 of the winning result correspondence processing will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. In the game number management process, the number of predictive games in the predictive mode is counted, and the number of continuous games in the challenge mode, the attack mode, the VB mode, and the specialization zone is counted. Based on the fact, a process for terminating the corresponding display mode is performed.

  In the game number management process, first, in step S1501, it is determined whether the bet number is a specific number. As described above, in the present embodiment, each game can be executed with the number of bets of 1 to 3, and in step S1501, it is determined whether or not the specific number is 3 bets. If it is not a three-bet, the game number management process is terminated. That is, in the 1-bet and 2-bet games, the number of games in the precursor mode and the number of continuous games in the challenge mode are not counted. Note that the counting may be performed regardless of the bet number.

  If the game to be ended this time is a 3-bet game, the process advances to step S1502. In step S1502, it is determined whether or not a bonus winning flag is set or a bonus state is set. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1502, it is determined in step S1503 whether the current display mode is the attack mode, the VB mode, or the additional specialization zone. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1503, the process advances to step S1504 to clear the display mode flags of the attack mode flag, the VB mode flag, and the specialized zone flag, and then ends the game number management process. That is, the number of games in the attack mode or the like is not counted when the bonus winning flag is set or during the bonus. If each flag is not set in step S1504, the state is maintained.

  In step S1504, the attack mode flag and the VB mode flag are cleared, but the attack notification flag and the VB notification flag are not cleared. For this reason, after the bonus is over, after a preparation state such as an attack mode is performed, the push order for shifting the gaming state is notified by these flags, and the gaming state before the bonus can be returned. On the other hand, when a bonus is won during the specialization zone, the specialization zone is configured to end by the bonus winning. In addition, if the challenge mode, the attack mode, and the like and the bonus are simultaneously won, and the challenge mode winning flag, the attack mode winning flag, and the like are set, in step S1504, these winning flags and the like are not cleared. Therefore, when a winning is simultaneously performed in the challenge mode or the like and the bonus, a winning notification based on the winning flag is performed after the bonus ends.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1502 or step S1503, it is determined in step S1505 whether or not the number of precursor games is zero. If it is not 0, a process of subtracting 1 from the number of precursor games is performed in step S1506. In step S1505, if the number of predictive games is 0 (if not in the predictive mode), or after executing the processing in step S1506, in steps S1507 to S1529, the number of continuous games in each mode is counted. .

  That is, in step S1507, it is determined whether the current display mode is the challenge mode. If the current mode is the challenge mode, the process advances to step S1508 to perform a process of subtracting 1 from the challenge mode continuation counter, thereby subtracting the number of challenge mode continuation games. Then, in step S1509, it is determined whether or not the challenge mode continuation counter is 0. If it is not 0, the game number management processing is ended as it is. If it is 0, the challenge mode flag is cleared in step S1510, and a challenge mode end command is set as an output target to the display control device 81 in step S1511. Upon receiving the challenge mode end command, the display control device 81 notifies the end of the challenge mode in the current game through the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. After performing the processing in step S1511, the game number management processing ends.

  If it is determined in step S1507 that the mode is not the challenge mode, the process advances to step S1512. In step S1512, it is determined whether the current display mode is the attack mode. If the current mode is the attack mode, the process advances to step S1513 to determine whether or not the zone is a specialized zone in the attack mode. That is, when shifting to the specialization zone at the start of the attack mode as in the super attack mode, an affirmative determination is made in step S1513. If it is in the specialization zone, the game number management processing for the specialization zone is performed in steps S1526 to S1529. These processes will be described later.

  If it is determined in step S1513 that the current zone is not a specialization zone, in step S1514, a process of subtracting 1 from the attack mode continuation counter is performed to reduce the number of attack mode continuation games. Then, in a step S1515, it is determined whether or not the attack mode continuation counter is 0. If it is not 0, the game number management processing is ended as it is. If it is 0, the attack mode flag is cleared in step S1516, and the attack notification flag is cleared in step S1517. Thereafter, in step S1518, an attack mode end command is set as an output target to the display control device 81. Upon receiving the attack mode end command, the display control device 81 notifies the end of the attack mode in the current game through the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. This notification will be described later in detail. After performing the processing in step S1518, the game number management processing ends.

  If it is determined in step S1512 that the mode is not the attack mode, the process proceeds to step S1519. In step S1519, it is determined whether the current display mode is the VB mode. If the mode is the VB mode, the process advances to step S1520 to determine whether or not the zone is an additional specialization zone. If it is not the added special zone, the VB mode continuation counter is decremented by 1 in step S1521, thereby subtracting the number of VB mode continuation games. Then, in step S1522, it is determined whether the VB mode continuation counter is 0. If it is not 0, the game number management processing is ended as it is. If it is 0, the VB mode flag is cleared in step S1523, and the VB notification flag is cleared in step S1524. After that, the VB mode end command is set as an output target to the display control device 81 in step S1525. The display control device 81 that has received the VB mode end command notifies the end of the VB mode in the current game through the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. This notification will be described later in detail. After performing the processing in step S1525, the game number management processing ends.

  If it is determined in step S1520 that the zone is an additional specialty zone, the process advances to step S1526. As described above, when it is determined in step S1513 that the zone is the specialized zone in the attack mode, the process also proceeds to step S1526. In step S1526, the special zone continuation counter is decremented by 1 to thereby reduce the number of special zone continuation games. Then, in a step S1527, it is determined whether or not the specialized zone continuation counter is 0. If it is 0, the specialized zone flag is cleared in step S15278, and the specialized zone end command is set as an output target to the display control device 81 in step S1529. The display control device 81 that has received the specialization zone end command notifies the end of the specialization zone in the current game through the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. As such notification, for example, the number of games successfully added in the current specialization zone is notified. After performing the processing in step S1529, the game number management processing ends. If a negative determination is made in step S1519 or step S1527, the game number management process ends.

<End determination process>
Next, an end determination process will be described as a process at the end of the bonus, with reference to the flowchart in FIG. As described above, the end determination process is a process performed in step S614 in the bonus state process (FIG. 27). In the end determination process, it is determined whether a bonus end condition is satisfied or not. When the bonus is to be ended, a process for notifying a winning such as an attack mode in which the bonus has been won and the like is performed, and an attack mode in which the bonus has been won and the like. A process for adding the number of games is performed.

  That is, in step S1601, it is determined whether or not a small winning combination has been achieved. As described above, during the first BB and the second BB bonus, the first role in the BB is established with high probability, and the second role in the BB and the third role in the BB are partially established (FIG. 29). At the time of winning the first role during the BB, the first small role prize is established mainly, and a predetermined number (9) of medals are paid out, and the second role during the BB and the third role during the BB are played in the ninth replay or This is a replay of the tenth replay, and no medals are paid out even if a winning is achieved. In addition, during the CB, one of the CB small and medium role 1 to the CB small and medium role 2 is won, and even if any of them is won, the first small role prize is mainly established and a predetermined number (15) Medals will be paid out. Step S1601 is processing for determining whether or not a small combination winning in which a medal payout occurs among these bonuses and winning combinations during CB has been established.

  If it is determined in step S1601 that the small winning combination has been established, in step S1602, a process of subtracting the number of payouts of the current game from the number of remaining payouts is performed. If a negative determination is made in step S1601, or after the processing in step S1602 is performed, it is determined in step S1603 whether the number of remaining payments has become zero. If it is not 0, the end determination processing ends. If it is 0, a bonus end command is set as an output target to the display control device 81 in step S1604, and in step S1605 to step S1619, a process for notifying a winning such as an attack mode or the like, an attack mode or the like is performed. Is performed for the additional game number.

  That is, in step S1605, it is determined whether or not the attack mode winning flag is set. If the attack mode winning flag is set, a lottery process of the number of precursor games is performed in step S1606, the number of precursor games is set in step S1607, and a precursor command is set in step S1608.

  Incidentally, in the present embodiment, in the lottery processing of the number of precursor games in step S1606, a lottery in which the number of precursor games becomes 0 with a probability of 100% is performed. That is, in step S1607, the number of predictive games of the zero game is always set, and the winning notification such as the attack mode is performed in the game following the bonus end game. After executing the processing in step S1608, the end determination processing ends.

  If the attack mode winning flag has not been set in step S1605, it is determined in step S1609 whether the challenge mode winning flag has been set. If the challenge mode winning flag is set, the process for the precursor mode in steps S1606 to S1608 is performed, and then the end determination process ends.

  If the challenge mode winning flag has not been set in step S1609, it is determined in step S1510 whether the VB mode winning flag has been set. If the VB mode winning flag is set, the process for the precursor mode in steps S1606 to S1608 is performed, and then the end determination process ends. In other words, if the bonus ends in a situation where the winning is also performed in the challenge mode or the VB mode, the winning notification in the challenge mode or the VB mode is performed after the bonus and after a precursor game.

  The case where the bonus ends when the attack mode winning flag or the challenge mode winning flag is set means that the bonus is won simultaneously with the attack mode or the challenge mode or the winning notification of the attack mode or the challenge mode. This is a case where a bonus is won during the omen mode. On the other hand, the case where the bonus ends in a situation where the VB mode winning flag is set may be a case where the VB mode and the bonus are simultaneously won during the attack mode, or a case where the winning notification of the VB mode is in the precursor mode (in this case, This is a case where the precursor mode of the 0 game is selected, and thus the bonus is won in the next game that has been won in the VB mode).

  If the VB mode winning flag has not been set in step S1610, the process advances to step S1611. In step S1611, it is determined whether the attack mode additional flag is set. If the attack mode additional flag is set, the additional game number lottery process in the attack mode is performed in step S1612, the additional game number process in the attack mode is performed in step S1613, and the additional notification process is performed in step S1614. In step S1615, an additional command is set. The processing in steps S1612 to S1615 is the same as the processing in steps S917 to S920. After executing the processing in step S1615, the end determination processing ends.

  If the attack mode addition flag is not set in step S1611, it is determined in step S1616 whether the challenge mode addition flag is set. If the challenge mode additional flag is set, an additional game number lottery process is performed in step S1617, a challenge mode additional game process is performed in step S1618, and an additional command is set in step S1619. . The processing of steps S1617 to S1619 is the same as the processing of steps S825 to S827. If a negative determination is made in step S1616, or after the processing in step S1619 is performed, the end determination processing ends.

  As described above, on the main control device 101 side, (1) the process relating to the shift lottery of the display mode, (2) the process for shifting the gaming state based on the result of the shift lottery of the display mode, and (3) the winning result. As a result of the processing of shifting the display mode based on the result, the gaming state is shifted so that the pressing order notification effect by the auxiliary display unit 65 occurs and follows the shift of the display mode, A push order bell prize can be generated by the push order notification effect by the auxiliary display unit 65, and a large amount of medals can be expected.

  Here, in the case of the pressing order replay or the pressing order bell winning, when the pressing order notification effect by the auxiliary display unit 65 (the pressing order notification effect by the display control device 81) is performed, in addition to the pressing order notification effect, the main control is performed. The pressing order is also notified on the instruction monitor 68 connected to the apparatus 101. The configuration of the instruction monitor 68 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 48A is a front view of the instruction monitor 68, and FIG. 48B is a diagram for explaining the relationship between the display mode and the display content of the instruction monitor 68.

  As shown in FIG. 48A, the instruction monitor 68 is provided with eight display segments N1 to N8. Each of the display segments N1 to N8 has an individual light source made of an LED, and by controlling the on / off of each individual light source, only one arbitrary display segment can be turned on. Any combination of display segments can be turned on. As a result, on the instruction monitor 68, predetermined symbols (including alphabets and numerals) are individually displayed. Since the individual light sources emit light of the same color, the same color is displayed in each of the display segments N1 to N8.

  More specifically, each of the display segments N1 to N8 is a first display segment N1 to a seventh display segment N7, each of which is a linear display segment. The segment N7 is arranged so that at least the numbers "1" to "6" can be displayed. The eighth display segment N8 is a circular display segment, and is arranged laterally to the lower right portion of the area where the first display segment N1 to the seventh display segment N7 are provided. Therefore, the instruction monitor 68 can display at least “1” to “6”, “1.” to “6.”, and “.”.

  In addition, as long as it is possible to individually display a plurality of patterns of symbols on the instruction monitor 68, the shapes and arrangement of the display segments N1 to N8 are arbitrary. It is good also as a structure using nine segments or nine segments. It is not essential that the colors displayed in the display segments N1 to N8 are the same, and the colors displayed in the display segments N1 to N8 may be appropriately changed. Further, the configuration for controlling the lighting or extinguishing of the display segments N1 to N8 by controlling the light source on / off is not essential. If display control can be performed individually in each of the display segments N1 to N8, A segment display may be constituted by a single backlight and a liquid crystal display. Further, instead of applying the segment display to each display area, the symbol may be displayed by other types of display devices such as a liquid crystal display device, an organic EL display device, a CRT, and a dot matrix.

  The first display segment N <b> 1 to the seventh display segment N <b> 7 are display segments used for notifying the operation sequence of the pressing sequence. For example, as shown in FIG. 48 (b), by performing a stop operation in the order of “left” → “middle” → “right” as an operation order of each of the stop switches 42 to 44, a winning mode advantageous to the player can be achieved. In this case, the sixth display segment N6 and the seventh display segment N7 are lit and "1" is displayed. Further, when the stop operation is performed in the order of “right” → “left” → “medium” as the operation order of the respective stop switches 42 to 44, a winning mode advantageous to the player is obtained. The second display segment N2, the third display segment N3, the fifth display segment N5, and the sixth display segment N6 are lit and displayed, and "5" is displayed. That is, the numbers (symbols) displayed in the display segments N1 to N7 are associated one-to-one with the operation orders of the stop switches 42 to 44, and are displayed in the display segments N1 to N7. By stopping and operating the stop switches 42 to 44 based on the numbers (symbols), it is possible to win a winning in an advantageous manner for the player.

  In the situation where the display mode is the normal mode, the eighth display segment N8 wins the lottery for shifting to the attack mode, the super attack mode, and the challenge mode, or simultaneously wins the attack mode, the super attack mode, and the challenge mode. Lights up when the winning bonus (first BB) is won. In addition, the light is turned off when the attack mode, the super attack mode, the challenge mode, or the first BB is completed and the mode is shifted to the normal mode (except when the mode is shifted to the attack mode again after passing through the precursor mode).

  In other words, the navigation state (attack mode or super attack mode) in which the player can easily win the game in an advantageous manner because the operation order of the push order bell and the push order replay becomes easier to be notified, A section that includes a chance state (challenge mode or first BB) that makes it easy to win, or a winning state (winning mode) in which the player has won the lottery transition to the navigation state or the chance state but has not transitioned to the navigation state or the chance state. Is an advantageous section (specific game state, specific mode), and the eighth display segment N8 is turned on during the advantageous section and turned off during the normal section which is not the advantageous section, so that it is clear whether or not the section is an advantageous section. It serves as a section display (specific notification means) for indicating.

  The eighth display segment N8 is a game in which a game result (a specific combination such as a strong cherry) which has triggered an advantageous section such as a navigation state, a chance state, a winning state, or the like is won and the game result is established. The lighting is started at a timing before the game operation by the player is permitted in the game next to the start game as a notification that an advantageous section will be provided. More specifically, in the present embodiment, regardless of whether or not a game result prize that triggered the advantageous section is established, that is, regardless of whether or not a game is overlooked, the game that has won the game result is determined. As the start game, the eighth display segment N8 is turned on at a timing before the betting operation is permitted as a game operation by the player in the next game. That is, the eighth display segment N8 starts to light before the start of the game following the game that has won the lottery transition to the advantageous section.

  As described above, the instruction monitor 68 having the first display segment N1 to the seventh display segment N7 as the push order display and the eighth display segment N8 as the section display is provided on the gaming panel 25 by the number of payouts. It is arranged near the side of the display unit 62. That is, the instruction monitor 68 is disposed above the stop switches 42 to 44 and the like operated by the player. In other words, the instruction monitor 68 is located below the position where the stop switches 42 to 44 and the like are provided. Is not placed on the decorative panel. Therefore, it can be said that the eighth display segment N8 is suppressed from being hidden by a hand or the like operating the stop switches 42 to 44 and the like, and is located at a position where the player can easily recognize it. In addition, it can be said that oversight by the player is suppressed even when the player who proceeds with the game for the purpose of acquiring medals is arranged near the number-of-payouts display section 62 which is easy to watch.

  Further, in the instruction monitor 68, particularly, the eighth display segment N8 is set to have a higher brightness than the brightness of the surrounding display unit (for example, the payout number display unit 62 or the backlight of the game panel 25) (more specifically, The brightness of the corresponding LED is determined so that the brightness is twice the brightness of the surrounding display unit). Therefore, even when both the eighth display segment N8 and the surrounding display unit are controlled to emit light (i.e., are in a lighting state), the eighth display segment N8 becomes more conspicuous. ing. Regarding the illuminance toward the front of the gaming machine, the illuminance toward the front of the gaming machine is higher in the eighth display segment N8 than in the surrounding display units (more specifically, the illuminance of the surrounding display unit is 2). The illuminance of the corresponding LED is determined so that the illuminance is doubled. Also from such a configuration, the visibility of the eighth display segment N8 is improved, and oversight when the eighth display segment N8 is turned on is suppressed.

  Hereinafter, the section display first process and the section display second process will be described as processes related to turning on / off the eighth display segment N8.

<Section display first processing>
First, the section display first process will be described with reference to FIG. The section display first process is a process performed in step S315 in the lottery process (FIG. 16), and the lottery result of the game is determined based on the operation of the start lever 41, and based on the lottery result. This is performed after the display mode shift lottery or the like (lottery result correspondence processing) is performed.

  In step S1701, it is determined whether or not the eighth display segment N8 as a section display is being displayed, more specifically, whether or not the eighth display segment N8 is being lit. As described above, the case where the eighth display segment N8 is being lit is a state in which the player has won the transition to the attack mode, the super attack mode, or the challenge mode as an advantageous section, or during these modes. There is a case. If a negative determination is made in step S1701 and it is determined that the eighth display segment N8 is off, the process advances to step S1702.

  In step S1702, it is determined whether any of the challenge mode winning flag and the attack mode winning flag is set. The case where the eighth display segment N8 is turned off and either the challenge mode winning flag or the attack mode winning flag is set means that in the current lottery process, the lottery to shift to the challenge mode or the attack mode And the case where the lottery for shifting to the super attack mode is won. As described above, in the first specific role process (FIG. 33), when the player has won the lottery for shifting to the challenge mode, the player sets the challenge mode winning flag and has won the lottery for shifting to the attack mode or the super attack mode. In this case, the attack mode winning flag is set. If none of the flags is set in step S1702, the present section display first process ends.

  If either the challenge mode winning flag or the attack mode winning flag is set, the process advances to step S1703 to turn on the eighth display segment N8 to start displaying the section display. In addition, in the main control device 101, when starting the display with the eighth display segment N8 as the section indicator in a lighting state, a predetermined sound effect (for example, “Gago! A command for sound output is output to the display control device 81 so that the sound is output. The display control device 81 controls the speaker 64 based on the sound output command so that the predetermined sound effect is emitted. At the start of the display of the eighth display segment N8, an effect may be generated on the auxiliary display unit 65 or another display unit. In this case, a corresponding command is output to the display control device 81, and It is preferable that the display control device 81 controls the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like so that a corresponding effect is performed.

  After executing the processing in step S1703, in step S1704, processing for starting the measurement of the number of continuous games in the advantageous section is executed. The number of games to be continued in the advantageous section is determined by measuring the number of advantageous section games AG provided in the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. In step S1704, the process of setting the number of advantageous section games AG to 0 which is an initial value. I do. The process of adding 1 to the number of advantageous section games AG in each game in the advantageous section is executed.

  In a succeeding step S1705, a process of starting measurement of the number of obtained medals (difference number) in the advantageous section is executed. The difference number is obtained by subtracting the insertion number from the payout number of medals, and the measurement of the difference number is performed using the difference number MY provided in the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. In step S1705, a process of setting the difference number MY to 0, which is an initial value, is performed. After execution of step S1705, the first section display process ends.

  If it is determined in step S1701 that the eighth display segment N8 as the section display is being displayed, in step S1706, processing to continue displaying the advantageous section is performed, and then this section display first processing. To end. More specifically, in step S1706, a process for continuing the state in which the eighth display segment N8 is in the lighting state is performed. That is, the processing for ending the display of the section display is not performed in the first section display processing.

<Second section display process>
Next, the section display second process will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. As already described, the section display second process is a process performed in step S416 of the reel control process (FIG. 19), and when one game is completed, payout of medals (payout determination process) and release of the freeze effect are performed. This is executed after (freeze release processing) and a transition of the game state based on the winning result (winning result correspondence processing) are performed.

  In step S1801, it is determined whether the eighth display segment N8 is being displayed as a section indicator. If the light is turned off (non-lighting, non-display), the second section display processing is terminated as it is. If the display is on, the process proceeds to step S1802. In step S1802, a process of counting the number of games in the advantageous section is performed. Specifically, a process of adding 1 to the number AG of the advantageous section games is performed. The advantageous section game number AG is a counter for the CPU 102 to grasp the number of games in the advantageous section, and measures the number of games executed in a state where the eighth display segment N8 is turned on.

  In a succeeding step S1803, a process of updating the difference number in the advantageous section is executed. Specifically, when there is a payout of medals based on the formation of a winning combination, a difference (payout number-bet number) between the payout number and the number of medals bet (bet number) in the game is calculated. The calculated value is added to the difference number MY provided in the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106 to update the difference number MY. On the other hand, if there is no payout of medals based on the winning combination, the bet number is subtracted from the difference number MY in the counter area 106e, and the difference number MY is updated.

  After executing the processing in step S1803, it is determined in step S1804 whether at least one of the number-of-advantageous-section games AG (the number of executed games in the advantageous section) and the difference number MY has reached a predetermined upper limit. judge. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the advantageous section game number AG (the number of executed games in the advantageous section) has reached a predetermined upper limit game number (for example, 1500 games), and the difference number MY is set to the predetermined upper limit number ( (For example, 2400 sheets).

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S1804, the processing in steps S1805 to S1807 is executed to end the advantageous section. In step S1805, the advantageous section game number AG and the difference number MY are each cleared to 0, and in step S1806, processing for turning off the eighth display segment N8 is performed as processing to end the display of the section display. Then, after performing data initialization processing in step S1807, the second section display processing ends.

  The data initialization process is a process of returning the flags and counters set when shifting to the current advantageous section and the flags and counters set during the current advantageous section to the initial values. For example, a challenge mode winning flag, an attack mode winning flag, or the like is set when shifting to an advantageous section, a VB mode winning flag is set during the attack mode, and the flag remains set until the initialization processing. If this is the case, these winning flags are cleared. In the initialization process, if an attack notification flag, an attack mode flag, a VB mode flag, a special zone flag, and the like are set, these flags are also cleared. Further, if the value of the precursor counter, the counter for the number of continuous games in the attack mode, and the like are larger than 0, these counters are all reset to 0. That is, in the initialization process, all variables and parameters that affect the performance related to the push order notification are initialized with respect to the advantageous section as an advantageous state using the push order notification, and the RAM is cleared for such variables and parameters. This is the process of performing

  The conditions for terminating the advantageous section are not limited to the above, and may be satisfied when the number AG of advantageous sections reaches the upper limit number of games and the difference number MY reaches the upper limit number, for example. The number MY may be excluded from the elements satisfying the end condition, and the number MY may be satisfied when the number of advantageous section games AG reaches the upper limit number of games, or vice versa.

  If a negative determination is made in step S1804, that is, if neither the advantageous section game number AG nor the difference number MY has reached the upper limit, the process advances to step S1808 to determine whether the advantageous section has ended. That is, in step S1808, it is determined whether or not both the challenge mode winning flag and the attack mode winning flag are set. In a succeeding step S1809, it is determined whether or not both the challenge mode flag and the attack mode flag are set. The case in which a positive determination is made in both step S1808 and step S1809 means that the advantageous section ends before at least one of the number-of-advantage-section games AG and the difference number MY reaches the upper limit value. In this case, step S1805 The advantageous section game number AG and the difference number MY are each cleared to 0, the display of the section display is terminated in step S1806, and the data initialization processing is performed in step S1807. The two processes end. If a negative determination is made in either step S1808 or step S1809, it is determined that the vehicle is still in the advantageous zone, and the second section display process is immediately terminated. In this case, the lighting display of the section display (the eighth display segment N8) is continued.

<Processing related to notification effect on sub side>
Next, as (4) the process related to the notification effect on the sub side, various notification processes performed by the display control device 81 on the sub side will be described. An effect setting process that is executed at a predetermined period (a period of 1.49 msec) is provided as a process for various notifications. Therefore, the effect setting processing will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In the effect setting process, first, in step S2001, it is determined whether a new command has been received from the main control device 101. If a new command has been received, a process of storing the received command in the RAM 183 is executed in step S2002. A command storage area is provided in the RAM 183, and the command storage area is configured as a ring buffer that can store a plurality of commands individually and can read from the previously stored command.

  If a negative determination is made in step S2001, or after the processing in step S2002 is performed, it is determined in step S2003 whether the newly received command is a betting command. The bet-time command is a command output from main controller 101 based on the bet operation being performed. In addition to the bet command set in step S207 of the normal processing (FIG. 15), a mode transition notification is issued. There are a challenge mode start command, an attack mode winning notification command, a VB mode winning notification command, a bonus winning notification command, and the like in the application processing (FIG. 42). If these are the bet-time commands, a bet-time effect setting process is executed in step S2004.

  When a negative determination is made in step S2003, or after executing the processing in step S2004, it is determined in step S2005 whether the newly received command is the start command. The start command is a command output from the main control device 101 based on the operation of the start lever 41, and includes a lottery result command set in step S312 of the lottery process (FIG. 16). The precursor command and the additional command set in the first to third specific combination processing (FIGS. 33 to 35), the push order notification command set in the push combination processing (FIG. 44), and the execution of the freeze effect are performed. There is a freeze stock command described later that is output when it is set. If these are the start-time commands, a start-time effect setting process is executed in step S2006.

  When a negative determination is made in step S2005 or after the processing in step S2006 is performed, in step S2007, it is determined whether or not the newly received command is each stop operation command. Each stop operation command is a command output from the main control device 101 based on the fact that each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R has been stopped, and is a step S405 of the reel control process (FIG. 19). Is a stop command command set at. In the case of such a stop command command as each stop operation command, in step S2008, each stop operation effect setting process is executed.

  If a negative determination is made in step S2007, or after the processing in step S2008 is performed, in step S2009, it is determined whether the newly received command is the all-stop command. The all stop command is a command output from the main control device 101 based on the stop of all the reels 32L, 32M, 32R, and a winning result set in step S411 of the reel control process (FIG. 19). In addition to the commands, an attack mode start command, a VB mode start command, a special zone start command, a challenge mode end command, an attack mode end command, a VB mode end command, and a specialization set in the winning result processing (FIG. 45). There are a zone end command, a freeze release command described later that is output when the execution of the freeze effect is released, and the like. In the case of these all-stop-time commands, the all-stop-time effect setting process is executed in step S2010.

  When a negative determination is made in step S2009, or after executing the processing in step S2010, other processing is executed in step S2011, and then the effect setting processing ends. In step S2011, setting of an effect (for example, an effect based on the operation of the settlement switch 59) based on a command from the main control device 101 other than at the time of betting, starting, and stopping, and connection without the intervention of the main control device 101 The setting of the effect based on the signal from the performed sensor (the effect switch detection sensor or the like), the setting for error notification, and the like are performed.

  Hereinafter, the betting-time effect setting process, the start-time effect setting process, each stop operation-time effect setting process, and the all-stop effect setting process will be described. In addition, in description of each effect setting process, it demonstrates, referring the schematic diagram of the display effect of FIG. 57 and FIG. 62-FIG.

<Bet effect setting process>
The betting effect setting processing will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In step S2101, it is determined whether a challenge mode start command is included as the bet command received this time. If a challenge mode start command is included, a process of setting a challenge mode start effect is performed in step S2102. In the challenge mode start effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 62 (a), a character display of "challenge mode start" is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65, and the display mode to be shifted is easily won in the attack mode shift lottery. A display indicating that the mode is the chance mode (for example, a predetermined character display) is performed. In addition, in the challenge mode start effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “grab the attack mode!” With a loud male voice) is emitted from the speaker 64.

  If the challenge mode start command is not included in step S2101, it is determined in step S2103 whether the attack mode winning notification command is included as the bet command received this time. If the attack mode winning notification command is included, a process of setting an attack mode winning notification effect is performed in step S2104. In the attack mode winning notification informing effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 63 (a), the auxiliary display unit 65 displays a character string of "determination of attack mode". In addition, in the attack mode winning notification effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “attack number one!” With a female high voice) is emitted from the speaker 64.

  If the attack mode winning notification command is not included in step S2103, it is determined in step S2105 whether the VB mode winning notification command is included as the currently received betting command. If the VB mode winning notification command is included, a process of setting a VB mode winning notification effect is performed in step S2106. In the VB mode winning notification effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 63 (b), the auxiliary display unit 65 performs a character display of "VICTORY BONUS determined". In addition, in the VB mode winning notification informing effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “Victory!” In male and female voices) is emitted from the speaker 64.

  If the VB mode winning notification command is not included in step S2105, it is determined in step S2107 whether a bonus winning notification command is included as the currently received betting command. If a bonus winning notification command is included, a process of setting a bonus winning notification effect is performed in step S2108. In the bonus winning notification informing effect, for example, the auxiliary display unit 65 displays characters such as "Yet done bonus confirmed". In addition, in the bonus winning notification informing effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “I'm done!” In male and female voices) is emitted from the speaker 64.

  If the bonus winning notification command is not included in step S2107, it is determined in step S2109 whether the special zone winning notification command is included as the bet command received this time. If the special zone winning notification command is included, a process for setting a special zone winning notification effect is performed in step S2110. In the special zone winning notification informing effect, for example, the auxiliary display unit 65 displays a character string of “Ride up!”. In addition, in the special zone winning notification informing effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “Norinori!” In a ecstatic male's thick voice) is emitted from the speaker 64.

  After executing any of the processes of step S2102, step S2104, step S2106, step S2108, and step S2110, or if a negative determination is made in step S2109, other betting effects are set in step S2111. From this, the present effect setting process ends. In the process of step S2111, for example, in response to the reception of the bet command, the process turns off the lamps around (or inside) the credit insertion switches 56 to 58 corresponding to the number of bets to notify that the operation has been accepted. Or, for example, a process for returning from the demo mode in which the game is not performed for a predetermined time to shift to one condition, or a lamp around the start lever 41 is turned on to notify that the operation is enabled. Processing is performed.

<Start-time production setting process>
Next, the start-time effect setting process will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In step S2201, a display mode setting process is performed. In this processing, it is determined whether the display mode currently set on the main control device 101 side is a normal mode, a challenge mode, an attack mode, a VB mode, or a specialization zone, and the corresponding display mode is determined. , The display effect of the auxiliary display unit 65 is set. Specifically, a challenge mode flag, an attack mode flag, a VB mode flag, and a special zone flag are set in the various flag storage area 183a of the RAM 183 of the display control device 81 as flags for grasping the display mode. An area is provided, and a corresponding flag is set at the start of each mode, and the corresponding flag is cleared at the end of each mode. For example, in the process of setting the challenge mode start effect in step S2102, a challenge mode flag is set. In step S2201, by grasping these various mode correspondence flags, the current display mode is specified, and the auxiliary display unit 65, the speaker 64, the upper lamp 63, and the like are controlled so that a corresponding effect is performed.

  In a succeeding step S2202, it is determined based on the received lottery result command whether or not the lottery result of the game to be started this time is a pressing success. If it is the push order winning, a push order notification process is performed in step S2203. Here, the pressing order notifying process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

  In step S2301, it is determined whether a pressing order notification command is included as the start command received this time. If the push order notification command is not included, the main push order notification process is terminated. If the push order notification command is included, the process advances to step S2302.

  In step S2302, it is determined whether the current lottery result is the first promotion replays 1-4. In the case of the first promotion replays 1 to 4, in step S2303, the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like are controlled so as to perform the push order notification for establishing the third replay prize, and thereafter, the push order notification process To end.

  If it is determined in step S2302 that the first promotion replays 1 to 4 have not been won, it is determined in step S2304 whether the current lottery result is fall replays 1 to 3. In the case of the fall replays 1 to 3, the process proceeds to step S2305 to control the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like so as to perform the push order notification for establishing the first replay prize, and thereafter ends the push order notification process. I do.

  If it is determined in step S2304 that it is not the fall replays 1 to 3, it is determined in step S2306 whether or not the current lottery result is the second promotion replays 1 and 2. In the case of the second promotion replays 1 and 2, it is determined in step S2307 whether the VB mode winning notification effect or the special zone winning notification effect has already been executed. For example, at the time of setting the VB mode winning notification effect at step S2106 and the special zone winning information effect at step S2110, the notification indicating that the VB winning or the special zone winning has been notified is performed in the various flag storage areas 183a of the RAM 183. Set a flag. The notified flag is cleared based on shifting to the VB mode or the specialization zone. Then, in step S2307, it is preferable to determine whether or not the notified flag is present.

  If the winning notification in the VB mode or the specialization zone has been notified, in step S2308, the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like are controlled to perform the pressing order notification in which the fourth and fifth replay winnings are established. Then, the push order notification process ends. If the winning notification of the VB mode or the specialization zone has not been notified, the process proceeds to step S2305 to perform the pressing order notification for the first replay prize, and then ends the pressing order notification process.

  If it is determined in step S2306 that the result is not the second promotion replay 1 or 2, it is determined in step S2309 whether the current lottery result is BAR replay 1. If it is BAR replay 1, in step S2310, it is determined whether or not the specialized zone winning notification informing effect has been executed. If the winning of the specialization zone has been notified, the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like are controlled so as to perform the pressing order notification for establishing the seventh replay prize in step S2311. finish. If the winning notification of the specialization zone has not been completed, the process proceeds to step S2305 to perform the pressing order notification for the third replay prize, and then ends the pressing order notification process.

  If it is determined in step S2309 that it is not BAR replay 1, in step S2312, it is determined whether the current lottery result is a bell. In the case of the bell win, in step S2313, the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like are controlled so as to perform the push order notification for establishing the bell prize as the first small role, and thereafter, the push order notification process ends. . If a negative determination is made in step S2312, the processing in steps S2314 to S2316 is performed, and then the pressing order notification processing ends. Steps S2314 to S2316 will be described later in detail.

  Returning to the description of the start-time effect setting process (FIG. 53), if it is determined in step S2202 that the push is not the winning combination, then in step S2204, it is determined whether or not the transition opportunity is a winning. If it is determined that the transfer trigger combination has been won, a transfer trigger combination notification process is performed in step S2205. The transition trigger combination notification process will be described later in detail.

  If a negative determination is made in step S2204, or after the processing of step S2203 or S2205 has been performed, the process proceeds to step S2206. In step S2206, it is determined whether an additional command has been received as the current start command. If an additional command has been received, in step S2207, a process of setting an additional effect in advance is performed so that the additional effect of the number of games corresponding to the additional command is executed when the game is stopped. As the additional effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 57, a numerical value corresponding to the number of additional games is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65. In addition, in the additional effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “Kyukyukyukyuen!”) Is emitted from the speaker 64.

  Details of the processing for setting the additional effect in step S2207 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In step S2401, a process of grasping the number of additional games to be notified is performed based on the additional commands received this time. In a succeeding step S2402, a process of grasping the notification timing is executed. The notification timing is a timing at which an additional effect is executed, and the timing is determined by a process (addition notification process) of the main control device 101 described later. Information on the determined timing is set and output in the above-mentioned additional command. Therefore, the display control device 81 can recognize the timing at which the additional effect should be performed by reading the additional command. As the notification timing, a game in which an additional effect is to be executed and a timing corresponding to a stop operation of each of the stop switches 42 to 44 are set.

  After grasping the notification timing in step S2402, it is determined in step S2403 whether or not the grasped result in step S2402 is for performing an additional effect in the current game. If the additional notification is not to be performed in the current game, the additional effect setting process is terminated.

  If the additional effect is to be performed in the current game, it is determined in step S2404 whether or not any of the reels has been stopped ON as the execution timing of the additional effect in the current game. If the stop is ON, in step S2405, a target reel for which an additional effect is to be generated is set, and the additional effect is set to be generated when the stop ON operation of the target reel is performed. Specifically, a process of setting any of the first reel stop ON operation flag to the third reel stop ON operation flag in the various flag storage area 183a is performed. These flags are flags for the CPU 181 to grasp the additional effect generation timing. Further, in step S2405, processing for reading the effect data of the additional effect corresponding to the number of additional games to be generated at the time of the stop ON operation from the effect data storage area 182b, and temporarily storing the data in a predetermined effect data setting area. I do. When the CPU 181 recognizes that an additional effect is generated at a timing corresponding to the stop ON operation flag, the CPU 181 reads the effect data temporarily stored in the effect data setting area, and performs the additional effect.

  If a negative determination is made in step S2404, it is determined in step S2406 whether the stop OFF operation of the first reel or the second reel has been performed. If these reels are in the stop OFF operation, in step S2407, a target reel for which an additional effect is to be generated is set, and the additional effect is set to be generated when the target reel is to be stopped OFF. Specifically, a process of setting either the first reel stop OFF operation flag or the second reel stop OFF operation flag in the various flag storage area 183a is performed. These flags are also flags for the CPU 181 to grasp the additional effect generation timing. Also in step S2407, the processing of reading the effect data of the additional effect corresponding to the number of additional games from the effect data storage area 182b and temporarily storing the data in a predetermined effect data setting area is performed.

  If a negative determination is made in step S2406, in step S2408, it is set so that the additional effect this time is generated when all reels are stopped (when the stop OFF operation of the third reel). Specifically, a process of setting a third reel stop OFF operation flag in the various flag storage area 183a is performed. Also in step S2408, a temporary storage process of the effect data of the additional effect corresponding to the number of additional games is performed. After executing the processing of step S2405, step S2407 or step S2408, the processing for setting the additional effect is ended.

  Returning to the description of the start-time effect setting process (FIG. 53), if no additional command has been received in step S2206, or after executing the process in step S2207, the bonus effect setting process is executed in step S2208. Then, the continuous effect setting process is executed in step S2209, and then, in step S2210, other start-time effect settings are set, and then the start-time effect setting process ends. The bonus effect setting process and the continuous effect setting process will be described later in detail. In the process of step S2210, for example, an effect indicating the lottery result is set in association with the start of the game, or a process of turning off a lamp around the start lever 41 to notify that the operation has been accepted is performed.

<Each stop operation effect setting process>
Next, the effect setting processing at the time of each stop operation performed in step S2008 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

  In step S2501, it is determined whether or not each stop operation command received this time is a stop ON operation command. The stop ON operation command is a command output from the main control device 101 when a pressing operation of the stop switches 42 to 44 among the stop operations of each reel is performed.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S2501, the process proceeds to step S2502, and it is determined whether or not an effect that occurs when a reel stop ON operation is set as the effect of the current game. If the setting has not been made, the setting process ends. If it has been set, in step S2503, it is determined whether or not the currently received stop ON operation command is for the stop operation of the reel to be rendered in the set stop ON operation. If the operation is not the stop ON operation of the target reel, the setting process ends as it is. If it is the stop ON operation of the target reel, in step S2504, the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like are controlled so that the effect at the time of the stop ON operation is performed, and then, the setting processing ends.

  For example, when an additional effect is set as the present stop ON operation effect, as shown in FIG. 57A, the auxiliary display unit 65 is pressed at the timing when the stop switches 42 to 44 are pressed (ON operation). An additional production occurs at. In this case, a sound effect corresponding to the additional effect is emitted from the speaker 64.

  Also, for example, if the current game is a pressing order winning and a pressing order notification effect is set, the corresponding reel is stopped based on each stop ON operation, so that the pressing order notification effect becomes the next operation target. Changes to an effect that indicates a reel that More specifically, if all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are rotating before the stop ON operation effect, a display indicating that the first reel is to be operated as shown in FIG. 43A is displayed. . When the corresponding reel (the middle reel 32M in the figure) is stopped by the stop ON operation corresponding to the first reel, the next reel to be operated (the right reel 32R in the figure) shown in FIG. 43B is shown. Change to production. In addition, if the two reels are rotating before the stop ON operation effect, a display indicating that the second reel is to be stopped as shown in FIG. 43B is made. Based on the stop of the reel, the display changes to a display indicating that the third reel is to be stopped (FIG. 43C).

  If a negative determination is made in step S2501, the process advances to step S2505 to determine whether or not each stop operation command received this time is a stop OFF operation command. The stop OFF operation command is a command output from the main control device 101 when the pressing operation of the stop switches 42 to 44 among the stop operations of each reel is completed.

  When an affirmative determination is made in step S2505, the process proceeds to step S2506, and it is determined whether or not an effect that occurs at the time of the reel stop OFF operation is set as the effect of the current game. If the setting has not been made, the setting process ends. If it has been set, in step S2507, it is determined whether or not the currently received stop OFF operation command is for the stop operation of the reel to be rendered in the set stop OFF operation. If the operation is not the stop OFF operation of the target reel, the setting process ends as it is. If it is the stop OFF operation of the target reel, in step S2508, the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like are controlled so that the effect at the time of the stop OFF operation is performed, and thereafter, the setting process ends.

  For example, when the additional production is set as the production at the time of the stop OFF operation, the pressing operation of the stop switches 42 to 44 is terminated as shown in FIG. At the timing when the hand is released, an additional effect is generated on the auxiliary display unit 65. In this case, a sound effect corresponding to the additional effect is emitted from the speaker 64. If a negative determination is made in step S2505, the present effect setting processing is terminated.

<All stop effect setting process>
Next, the all-stop effect setting process will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  First, in step S2601, it is determined whether a stop mode command received this time includes a challenge mode end command. If a challenge mode end command is included, the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like are controlled in step S2602 so that a challenge mode end effect is performed. In the challenge mode end effect, for example, as shown in FIG. In addition, in the challenge mode end effect, the sound effect corresponding to the end of the challenge mode (for example, “Make more effort!” With a loud male voice) is controlled to be emitted from the speaker 64.

  If the challenge mode end command is not included in step S2601, it is determined in step S2603 whether the attack mode start command is included as the currently received stop command. If an attack mode start command is included, a process of setting an attack mode start effect is performed in step S2604. In the attack mode start effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (a), a character display of “attack mode! In addition, in the attack mode start effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “attack mode start!” With a female high voice) is emitted from the speaker 64.

  Incidentally, the display of "Ver. 1" in the attack mode start effect corresponds to the rank of the attack mode. That is, the display indicates that the attack mode started this time is the first attack mode. Then, when the rank of the attack mode is promoted to the second attack mode (when a promotion command is received), a character display of “attack mode !! Ver. 2” is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65 as a promotion effect. In addition, when the rank of the attack mode is promoted to the third attack mode, a character display of “attack mode! Ver. Display is performed.

  If the attack mode start command is not included in step S2603, it is determined in step S2605 whether the attack mode end command is included as the currently received stop command. If an attack mode end command is included, a process of setting an attack mode end effect is performed in step S2606. In the attack mode end effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (b), a character display of “attack mode END” is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65, and the current attack mode (VB mode, specialization zone is included). ), And the total number of payouts in the current attack mode (including the VB mode, the specialization zone, and the bonus). In addition, in the attack mode end effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “turn over” with a female high voice) is emitted from the speaker 64.

  If the attack mode end command is not included in step S2605, it is determined in step S2607 whether the VB mode start command is included as the currently received stop command. If a VB mode start command is included, a process of setting a VB mode start effect is performed in step S2608. In the VB mode start effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 65 (a), the character display of "777 VICTORY !!" is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65. In addition, in the VB mode start effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “Victory Bonus Start” with male and female voices) is emitted from the speaker 64.

  If the VB mode start command is not included in step S2607, it is determined in step S2611 whether or not the VB mode end command is included as the currently received stop command. If a VB mode end command is included, a process of setting a VB mode end effect is performed in step S2612. In the VB mode end effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 65 (b), a character display of “VICTORY BONUS END” is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65, and the number of continuous games in the attack mode at the end of the current VB mode. The number of continuous games (including the VB mode and the special zone) is displayed, and the total number of payouts in the attack mode (including the VB mode, the special zone and the bonus) at the end of the current VB mode is displayed. In addition, in the VB mode end effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “man will continue” with male and female voices) is emitted from the speaker 64.

  If the VB mode end command is not included in step S2611, it is determined in step S2613 whether or not the special zone start command is included as the currently received stop command. If the special zone start command is included, processing for setting a special zone start effect is performed in step S2614. In the specialization zone start effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 66 (a), the auxiliary display unit 65 displays a character string "additional challenge !!" Is displayed. In addition, in the special zone start effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “go here” in a boy's voice) is emitted from the speaker 64.

  If the specialized zone start command is not included in step S2613, it is determined in step S2615 whether or not the specialized zone end command is included as the currently received stop command. If the special zone end command is included, a process of setting a special zone end effect is performed in step S2616. In the special zone end effect, for example, the auxiliary display unit 65 displays the total number of games added in the current special zone. In addition, in the specialization zone end effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “Kyukyukyukyuen!”) Is emitted from the speaker 64. Note that the display content of the auxiliary display unit 65 and the sound effect emitted from the speaker 64 may be changed according to the total number of added games.

  If it is determined in step S2615 that the special zone end command is not included, it is determined in step S2617 whether a bonus end command is included as the currently received stop command. If the bonus end command is included, a process of setting a bonus end effect is performed in step S2618. In the bonus end effect, for example, the auxiliary display unit 65 displays the total number of payouts acquired during the current bonus, and if the bonus has shifted to the attack mode, the VB mode, or the specialization zone, the attack mode ( (Including VB mode, specialization zone, and bonus). In addition, in the bonus end effect, an effect is provided by a character or the like that suggests the content according to whether or not the attack mode, whether or not the challenge mode, and the number of added games.

  After executing any of the processes of step S2602, step S2604, step S2606, step S2608, step S2612, step S2614, step S2616, and step S2618, or after making a negative determination in step S2617, the process proceeds to step S2609 and step S2619. move on. In steps S2609 and S2619, when the additional effect is set, the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like are controlled so as to execute the additional effect. As described above, the setting of the additional effect is performed in step S2207 in the start-time effect setting process. Specifically, in the additional effect setting process (FIG. 55), when the timing of the current additional effect is set at the time of all stops, as shown in FIG. 57C, all the reels 32L and 32M are set. , 32R are stopped, an additional effect is generated on the auxiliary display unit 65. In this case, a sound effect corresponding to the additional effect is emitted from the speaker 64.

  Thereafter, in steps S2610 and S2620, other stop-time effects are set, and then the present effect setting process ends. In steps S2610 and S2620, for example, control is performed so that the upper lamp 63 is lit in a color corresponding to the winning combination, or control is performed such that a sound effect corresponding to the number of payouts of the winning combination is emitted from the speaker 64. , So that the sound effect corresponding to the automatic bet at the time of replay is emitted from the speaker 64.

  As described above, based on various commands from the main control device 101, various processes for notifying the transition of the display mode are performed on the display control device 81 side, and the notification is performed by the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like. In addition, on the display control device 81 side, in addition to the notification of the transition of the display mode, effect processing during various games is performed.

<Processing for production during various games>
In the present embodiment, a bonus mid-game effect and a continuous effect are provided as effects in various games. The bonus bonus effect is an effect performed in each game in a bonus state that shifts based on the first BB or the second BB winning. The continuous production is a production in which the player expects an advantageous result (the player has won a bonus, an attack mode, a challenge mode, a VB mode, or the like), and a plurality of (four in this embodiment) games. This is an effect in which whether or not the advantageous result is obtained in the last game is performed.

<Bonus production setting process>
First, the bonus effect setting process will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. The bonus effect setting process is a process performed in step S2208 of the start effect setting process (FIG. 53).

  In the bonus effect setting process, in step S2701, it is determined whether a bonus game is started from the current game. The bonus game corresponds to a game from the next game in which the first BB or the second BB is won to the end of the bonus. The case where the affirmative determination is made in step S2701 is a case where the first BB or the second BB prize is established in the previous game. In this case, in step S2702, a process of grasping the current bonus type is performed. More specifically, it is determined whether the current bonus game is based on the first BB prize or the second BB prize. Then, in step S2703, a bonus effect corresponding to the bonus type grasped in step S2702 is set. If a negative determination is made in step S2701, or after the processing of step S2703 has been performed, the bonus effect setting processing ends.

  Incidentally, in the present embodiment, the content of the bonus effect differs between the case of the bonus game based on the first BB prize and the case of the bonus game based on the second BB prize so as to be discernable to the player. More specifically, in the bonus game based on the first BB prize, a bonus effect in which a moving image effect by live-action is performed on the auxiliary display unit 65 is set. Is set as a bonus effect. The sound effect (song) output from the speaker 64 is also different between the first BB and the second BB.

  Each of the bonus effects is an effect independently performed regardless of the progress of the game, and is set to be repeatedly performed as long as the bonus game continues. For example, a setting is made such that a five-minute animation effect or an animation effect is defined as a unit effect, and the unit effect is restarted from the beginning when the unit effect ends 5 minutes after the start of the bonus effect. The effect in the auxiliary display section 65 may be stopped on the screen at the end of the unit effect, and only the sound effect (song) may be repeated. The effect on the auxiliary display unit 65 may be performed in synchronization with the progress of each game, and only the sound effect (song) may be independently performed regardless of the progress of each game.

  As described above, while the bonus effect based on the first BB prize and the bonus effect based on the second BB prize can be distinguished, the game result that triggered the first BB prize or the second BB prize is identified from the bonus effect. It is set to be impossible or difficult to identify. That is, regarding the bonus effect based on the first BB prize, for example, the bonus effect is discriminated between a case where the first BB prize is triggered by the special lip A duplicate 1 win and a case where the first BB prize is triggered by the special lip AB duplicate 1 win. It is impossible or difficult to identify, and more specifically, the same bonus effect is executed. The same applies to the bonus effect based on the second BB prize. For example, the bonus effect triggered by the special lip A duplication 2 winning and the bonus effect triggered by the special lip AB duplicate 2 winning cannot be identified or identified. Difficult, the same bonus effect is performed.

<Processing for continuous production>
An outline of the continuous production will be described with reference to FIGS. 67 and 68.

  The continuous effect is configured as, for example, a battle effect in which a warrior character holding a firearm is displayed as the main character, and one to three enemy characters are displayed, and both perform a battle. In the first game in which the continuous production is executed, the main character and the enemy character are sequentially displayed, and characters such as "Defeat the enemy!" . At this time, the victory expectation degree is suggested by the number of enemy characters. The smaller the number of enemy characters, the higher the expected victory.

  In the second game in which the continuous effect is executed, an image in which the main character starts attacking the enemy character is displayed. After the video for performing the attack is displayed, a result indicating whether or not the enemy character has been defeated by the attack is displayed. Similarly, in the third game, a video in which the main character attacks is displayed, and thereafter, a result display indicating whether or not the enemy character has been defeated is displayed. FIGS. 67 (b) and 67 (c) illustrate a case where the enemy character is defeated one by one in each game. In some cases, a video in which a plurality of enemy characters are defeated in an attack (one game) may be displayed.

  Then, in the final game of the continuous production, a win or loss is announced. If all the enemy characters can be defeated as shown in FIG. 68 (b1), the main character wins. For example, as shown in FIG. Screams a victory video. At this time, a corresponding sound effect (for example, “I'm done!” With a male voice) is output from the speaker 64 in accordance with the display of the winning video.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 68 (c1), if at least one enemy character survives and cannot defeat all enemy characters, the main character is defeated. In this case, as shown in FIG. 68 (c2), for example, a defeat image in which the main character lies is displayed together with the character display of "LOSE". At this time, a corresponding sound effect (for example, “Tohoho” in a male voice) is output from the speaker 64 in accordance with the display of the defeat image.

  FIG. 67 illustrates a case where the continuous effect is executed over four games, but the continuous effect may end with two or three games. In each game after the second game, if the next game is also performed continuously, a character display such as "continue" is displayed together with a result display indicating whether or not the enemy character has been defeated, A notification that the continuous production continues will be made. By the way, when the continuous production ends in two games, the continuation is not notified in the second game, and after the attack video is displayed, the victory video in FIG. 68 (b1) or (b2) or the victory video in FIG. The defeat image of (c2) is displayed. The continuous production is set so that the probability of victory increases as the number of continuous games increases, and the player is strongly interested not only in whether the main character wins but also in whether the continuous production continues. It is configured so that the effect can be seen side by side.

  Hereinafter, as a process related to the continuous effect, a transition trigger combination notification process (step S2205) and a continuous effect setting process (step S2209) in the start effect setting process (FIG. 53) will be described.

<Transition trigger role notification process>
In the transition trigger combination notification process, as shown in FIG. 60, first, in step S2801, a chance effect lottery process is performed to determine whether or not the chance effect is set as the effect of the current game. In the chance effect, as shown in FIG. 66 (b), for example, characters are displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65 as "CHANCE !!", and the characters with the surprise mark are displayed on the reels 32L, 32M, 32R. To be displayed in correspondence with. In addition, in the chance effect, control is performed so that a corresponding sound effect (for example, “Cui” by electronic sound) is emitted from the speaker 64. In the chance effect lottery process, for example, a lottery is performed so that a chance effect is generated at about one-half of the time of the transition opportunity winning. The winning probability of the chance effect lottery process may be different depending on the type of the shift trigger, the display mode, the game state, the set value, and the like.

  In subsequent step S2802, it is determined whether or not the lottery process in step S2801 has been won. If the game has been won, it is set in step S2803 so that a chance effect is performed as the effect of the current game.

  Here, a description will be given of a gaming mode recommended to achieve winning of each small combination including the transition opportunity combination in the slot machine 10.

  Of the wins that can be won in each game, small wins in which so-called drop-outs that cannot be won depending on the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44 are set to strong cherry, weak cherry, strong watermelon, and weak watermelon. . More specifically, as described above, the strong cherry is a role in which any of the 28th small role, the 32nd small role to the 35th small role can be won, and the 28th small role symbol for the left reel 32L, The 32nd small combination symbol to the 35th small combination symbol are a "cherry" symbol and a "2nd replay" symbol. In this case, in the three-bet game, when the stop operation of the left reel 32L is performed at the timing when the twentieth “white bell” symbol reaches the upper stage of the left reel 32L from the seventh “red bell” symbol, Neither the 28th small combination symbol nor the 32nd small combination symbol to the 35th small combination symbol, the "Cherry" symbol and the "2nd replay" symbol can be stopped on the activated line. Therefore, when the stop operation of the left reel 32L is performed at these timings, the strong cherry combination is missed.

  In addition, the weak cherry is a role in which any of the 27th small role, the 32nd small role to the 35th small role can be won, and the 27th small role symbol and the 32nd small role symbol to the 32nd small role regarding the left reel 32L. The 35 small combination symbols are a “cherry” symbol and a “second replay” symbol. Also in this case, in the 3-bet game, when the stop operation of the left reel 32L is performed at the timing when the twentieth “white bell” symbol reaches the upper stage of the left reel 32L from the seventh “red bell” symbol. Neither the “Cherry” symbol nor the “Second Replay” symbol, which is the 27th small symbol symbol, the 32nd small symbol symbol to the 35th small symbol symbol, cannot be stopped on the activated line. Therefore, when the stop operation of the left reel 32L is performed at these timings, the weak cherry combination is missed.

  The strong watermelon is a combination in which either the 30th small combination or the 41st small combination can win, and the 30th small combination symbol and the 41st small combination symbol for the left reel 32L are "watermelon" symbols. In this case, if the stop operation of the left reel 32L is performed at the timing when the third “white bell” symbol reaches the upper stage of the left reel 32L from the ninth “red 7” symbol in the three-bet game, The small win symbol and the 41st small win symbol "watermelon" symbol cannot be stopped at the active line. Therefore, when the stop operation of the left reel 32L is performed at these timings, the strong watermelon combination is missed.

  The weak watermelon is a combination in which any of the 29th small combination and the 41st small combination can win, and the 29th small combination symbol and the 41st small combination symbol for the left reel 32L are “watermelon” symbols. Also in this case, in the three-bet game, when the stop operation of the left reel 32L is performed at the timing when the ninth “red 7” symbol reaches the upper stage of the left reel 32L from the ninth “red 7” symbol. The "watermelon" symbol as the 29th small symbol symbol and the 41st small symbol symbol cannot be stopped at the activated line. Therefore, when the stop operation of the left reel 32L is performed at these timings, the missing of the weak watermelon combination occurs.

  Then, when the left reel 32L is stopped while leaving the prize-winning possibility for any of the winning combinations that may be missed, the fourth “cherry” symbol to the sixth “second replay” symbol are changed to the left reel 32L. It is necessary to stop operation at the timing when it reaches the upper stage. In the following description, such an operation mode of the left reel 32L is also referred to as a specific operation mode (first operation mode) as an operation mode (so-called DDT hitting method or small win collection hitting method) that does not cause a miss. Each operation mode in which the above-mentioned dropout occurs is also called a non-specific operation mode (second operation mode).

  In the chance effect set in step S2803, although it is suggested that the current winning combination is one of the transition triggers, it is set so that it is difficult to determine which transition trigger is difficult or difficult to determine. Have been. That is, when a chance effect is performed, the winning combination of the current game is likely to be one of a strong cherry, a weak cherry, a strong watermelon, a weak watermelon, etc., but is one of a strong cherry and a weak cherry. It is not possible to determine whether the watermelon is a strong watermelon or a weak watermelon, and whether the watermelon is a strong cherry or a strong watermelon. Therefore, the player operates the left reel 32L in the above-described specific operation mode so as not to cause a miss even if any of the transition triggers has been won.

  Further, the chance effect is not necessarily generated in the game that has been won as the transition trigger, but is generated on condition that the player has won in the chance effect lottery process (step S2801). Then, it is recommended that the operation of the left reel 32L be performed in each of the games from the normal time in the above-described specific operation mode so as not to cause the transition trigger to be missed.

  If a negative determination is made in step S2802, or after the processing of step S2803 has been performed, the flow advances to step S2804. In step S2804, it is determined whether a precursor command is included as the current start command. If no precursor command is included, it is determined in step S2805 whether an additional command is included as the current start command. If no additional command is included, it is determined in step S2806 whether a bonus has been won. If the bonus has not been won, that is, if the result of the lottery is a transitional opportunity such as a strong cherry or a weak watermelon, the transition to the challenge mode, the attack mode, or the VB mode is performed, and the number of continuous games is added. If the lottery has not been won and the bonus has not been won, a lottery process in the pseudo precursor mode is executed in step S2807. In the pseudo aura mode, although it is apparently difficult to identify the aura mode, in the aura mode, a result (such as a challenge mode winning) that is advantageous to the player is notified based on the end of the number of the aura games, In the pseudo precursor mode, the game is terminated without notifying the player of an advantageous result based on the termination of the pseudo precursor game number.

  In step S2807, a table for the pseudo precursory mode lottery is obtained from the various table storage area 182a of the ROM 182, and a counter for the lottery is obtained from the various counter area 183b, and the lottery for determining whether to execute the pseudo precursory mode is performed. Do. In the pseudo omen mode lottery table, the probability of winning in the pseudo omen mode lottery is set to be different depending on the type of transition trigger that has been won, for example, strong cherries are weaker than weak cherries The setting is made so that the probability of winning the lottery in the pseudo precursor mode is increased.

  In step S2808, it is determined whether or not the lottery in the pseudo precursor mode has been won based on the processing result of step S2807. If the game has been won, a lottery process for the number of games in the pseudo precursor mode is performed in step S2809. This processing corresponds to step S810 and the like on the main controller 101 side, and randomly determines the number of pseudo precursory games among 1 to 20 by lottery. However, as described above, unlike the omen mode based on various winnings, the number of pseudo omen games is determined to be 20 games or less. In the lottery of the number of pseudo precursor games, 0 game is not selected. In a succeeding step S2810, a process of setting the number of pseudo precursor games determined in the step S2809 in a continuous effect counter provided in the various counter areas 183b is performed. The continuous effect counter is a counter for grasping the number of games until the result is notified, and is decremented by one for each game. For example, in a configuration in which a continuous effect of four games is performed, a continuous effect is started in a game in which the continuous effect counter is 4, and a result is notified in a game in which the continuous effect counter is 0. In the present embodiment, when set to the precursor mode or the pseudo precursor mode, the precursor mode or the pseudo precursor mode ends after a continuous effect. Then, by inputting the number of pseudo precursor games to the continuous production counter in step S2810, when the number of remaining games in the pseudo precursor mode becomes one corresponding to the start of continuous production (the remaining four games), continuous production is started. It will be.

  In step S2811, a process of setting a pseudo flag indicating the pseudo precursor mode in the various flag storage area 183a is executed. In a succeeding step S2812, a continuous effect flag is set. Thereafter, the transition trigger combination notification process ends. If an affirmative determination is made in any of steps S2804 to S2806, or if a negative determination is made in step S2808, the transition trigger combination notification process ends.

<Continuous production setting process>
Next, the continuous effect setting process performed in step S2209 of the start effect setting process (FIG. 53) will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In step S2901, it is determined whether a precursor command is included as the start command received this time. If a precursor command is included, a process of inputting the number of precursor games in the precursor mode included in the precursor command to the continuous effect counter is performed in step S2902. Thus, when the number of remaining games in the precursor mode becomes one corresponding to the start of the continuous production (the remaining four games), the continuous production is started.

  When the number of precursor games of one to three games is input to the continuous effect counter in step S2902, the continuous effect is started halfway. For example, when 2 is input to the continuous effect counter in step S2902, the continuous effect is started from the current game, and is performed from the effect of the third consecutive effect game in FIG. 67 (c). Further, when 0 is input to the continuous effect counter, that is, when the winning notification such as the attack mode is performed without passing through the precursor mode, the continuous effect is not executed. After performing the processing of step S2902, in step S2903, a continuous effect flag is set.

  If a negative determination is made in step S2901, or after the process of step S2903 is performed, the process advances to step S2904. In step S2904, it is determined whether or not the continuous effect flag is set. If the continuous effect flag is set, a process of subtracting 1 from the continuous effect counter is performed in step S2905. Then, in step S2906, it is determined whether or not the continuous effect counter is a number (0 to 3) corresponding to the continuous effect.

  If the continuous effect counter has a number corresponding to the continuous effect, it is determined in step S2907 whether the pseudo flag is set. If the pseudo flag has not been set, the process advances to step S2908 to acquire the sign effect table from the various table storage areas 182a. Then, in step S2909, the effect data of the corresponding continuous effect is specified from the present sign effect table and the continuous effect counter, the corresponding effect data is obtained from the effect data storage area 182b of the ROM 182, and the current continuous effect is obtained. Is performed. If the continuous effect counter is 1 to 3 as the effect data of the continuous effect specified from the present sign effect table, the effect data indicates that the continuous effect is continued until the next game. If it is 0, it is effect data indicating that the current continuous effect ends with success.

  If it is determined in step S2907 that the pseudo flag has been set, the process advances to step S2910. In step S2910, a pseudo precursor effect table is obtained from the various table storage areas 182a. Then, in step S2911, the effect data of the corresponding continuous effect is specified from the pseudo precursor effect table and the continuous effect counter, the corresponding effect data is obtained from the effect data storage area 182b of the ROM 182, and the current continuous effect is obtained. Is performed. As the effect data of the continuous effect specified from the pseudo precursor sign effect table, if the continuous effect counter is 1 to 3, the effect data indicating that the continuous effect continues until the next game or the effect data indicating that the continuous effect is not continued. If the continuous effect counter is 0, the effect data indicates that the current continuous effect ends with a failure.

  The effect data specified from the pseudo precursor effect table when the continuous effect counter is 1 to 3 includes data for which no continuous effect is set. For example, when the continuous effect counter is 3 and 2, the effect data of the continuous effect is not set, and when the continuous effect counter is 1, the continuous effect indicating that the continuous effect is continued until the next game in FIG. In the case where the effect data of the first effect game is set and the continuous effect counter is 0, the effect data of the second effect game, which indicates that the continuous effect is not continued until the next game in FIG. 67 (b), is set. By doing so, it is possible to set an effect in which the continuous effect is interrupted halfway in a game in which the number of pseudo precursor games in the pseudo precursor mode is zero.

  After performing the processing of step S2909 or step S2911, it is determined in step S2912 whether or not the continuous effect counter is 0. If the continuous effect counter is 0, a process of clearing the continuous effect flag and the pseudo flag is performed in step S2913. If the pseudo flag is not set, the state is maintained. When a negative determination is made in step S2904, step S2906, or step S2912, or after performing the processing in step S2913, the continuous effect setting processing ends.

  As described above, in the slot machine 10, the main controller 101 performs the lottery process based on the insertion of a medal as a game medium and the start operation of the start lever 41, and the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are displayed. The rotation is started, and the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are stopped based on the stop operation of the stop switches 42 to 44, and the combination of the symbols stopped on the activated line corresponds to the result of the lottery process. In the configuration in which the benefit is provided, a plurality of RT states having different probabilities of being replays as a result of the lottery process are provided, and the RT state shifts when a corresponding promotion replay or fall replay winning is established. Whether the corresponding replay can be won or not is determined by the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, in addition to the result of the winning / rejection lottery, and the notification of the operation order is made in accordance with the result of the lottery process and the transition of the display mode. It is done by winning the lottery. A pressing order bell is provided as a result of the lottery process, and depending on the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, the pressing order bell winning can be established and a medal can be obtained. Then, the game state is shifted to the second RT state or the third RT state as the gaming state in which the replay probability is improved, and the display mode in which the operation order is notified is shifted. A forward bell prize can be established, and a large number of medals can be obtained.

  As described above, when the game mode is shifted to the attack mode as a mode in which a large amount of medals can be expected, for example, the initial game number (50) is set, and the game in the attack mode can be performed over the initial game number. When the additional lottery is won in the attack mode or the like, the number of games that can be continued in the attack mode is increased, and the number of games that can be played in the attack mode increases. As a result, the number of medals that can be obtained in the attack mode can be increased.

<Additional notification mode>
In the present slot machine 10, a plurality of additional notification modes are set when an additional number of continuous games in the attack mode occurs. More specifically, as the mode of the additional notification, the additional notification is performed in a plurality of different modes, and the additional notification is performed in a series of games triggered by the additional game or the additional game. In the case of performing (in the following description, also referred to as “immediate addition notification”), in the case of performing the additional notification in which the notification game is determined after the game after the game in which the addition has occurred (hereinafter, “ Post notification).

  In the instant notification, a series of games triggered by a game in which an additional has occurred indicates, for example, a case in which the precursor mode occurs or a continuous effect occurs in response to a game in which an additional occurs, A game that can be continued from the game in which the addition occurs to a plurality of games is referred to as a series of games. The series of games also includes a case where a continuous effect does not occur. The game in which the additional information is generated and the game until the additional information is generated are a series of games, and the mode of the additional information is also included in the immediate information.

  On the other hand, in the additional notification, the notification game that is determined after the game in which the additional game occurs and is determined after the fact is not determined in the game in which the additional game has occurred, for example, just before the end of the attack mode. This is different from a series of games in the instant notification described above in that the notification timing is determined a posteriori with the progress of the attack mode such as a game. In other words, the notification game can be said to be a game that is set without being triggered by a game in which an additional game has occurred.

  In addition, as described above with reference to FIG. 57, as an effect of the additional information, an additional effect is generated by the auxiliary display unit 65 and the speaker 64, and the additional information is accompanied by a rotation effect of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. The mode in which the effect occurs is also set.

  In the following, each additional notification mode will be described, including a process for performing additional notification.

<Additional notification processing>
The additional notification processing is performed by the main controller 101 in the step S919 of the second specific combination processing (FIG. 34), the step S1006 of the third specific combination processing (FIG. 35), the step S1104 of the specialization zone processing, and the like. This is the processing to be performed. In other words, the process is executed as a process of the main control device 101 after the number of games added in the attack mode is won and the number of games is added. In the additional notification processing, the game for performing the additional notification is set, and when the additional notification is performed in the game, the execution timing of the additional notification is set.

  Regarding the immediate notification and the late notification, an outline of the display contents of the auxiliary display unit 65 will be described with reference to FIG.

  Immediate addition notification is to notify a part of the number of games in the advantageous zone remaining number of games ZG first as the number of remaining games in the advantageous section. An effect of notifying later of the number of games is performed. Assuming that the number of games to be notified first is a display remaining number counter HG, and the number of games to be notified later is a postponing counter BG, the advantageous section remaining game number ZG is postponed to the display remaining number counter HG. It becomes equal to the total value of the counter BG. The remaining display counter HG is decremented by one each time the game is consumed, and the postponing counter BG is not decremented even if the game is consumed, unless a postponing notification is generated.

  As shown in FIG. 70, in the present embodiment, while the attack mode is being played, the number of remaining games on the display (remaining game number display ZGP) displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65 is a predetermined number (this modification). In the example, when 1) is reached, that is, when the display remaining number counter HG managed by the main control device 101 has reached a predetermined number (1), a postponed notification is generated. In the late addition notification, for example, as in the case of the additional notification effect, it is notified that the number of games (150 in the figure) corresponding to the late addition counter BG (150) has been added. As a result, the add-on counter BG managed by the main control device 101 is decremented by the notification (representing 0 in the figure), and the remaining display counter HG managed by the main control device 101 is notified by the add-on notification. The minutes are added and updated, and the remaining game number display ZGP on the auxiliary display unit 65 also has a value corresponding to the remaining game counter HG (150 in FIG. 1 after one game is exhausted).

  As described above, when the additional notification is selected at the time of the additional winning, a difference may occur between the display remaining number counter HG and the actual advantageous section remaining game number ZG. On the other hand, if the immediate notification is selected, there is no difference between the display remaining number counter HG and the actual advantageous section remaining game number ZG. In the present embodiment, the post-addition counter BG is referred to at the time of additional winning, and whether the post-addition notification or the immediate addition notification is selected depends on the current value of the post-addition counter BG.

  That is, in the additional notification process, as shown in FIG. 69, first, in step S3001, a process of grasping the additional counter BG of the various counter areas 106e is performed. In a succeeding step S3002, a notification game lottery process is executed. The notification game lottery process is a lottery process of determining whether the additional notification this time is post-load notification or immediate notification. In the notification game lottery process, a post-loading lottery table is acquired from the various table storage area 105a, and a lottery is performed to determine whether or not post-loading notification is to be performed according to the value of the post-loading counter BG grasped in step S3001.

  As shown in FIG. 71, the post-addition lottery table is set so that the probability of selecting post-addition notification differs depending on the value of the post-addition counter BG and the type of the specific winning combination that triggered the additional win. I have. For example, at the time of additional loading triggered by a strong cherry, if the additional loading counter BG is less than 30, the additional loading notification is selected at 20% (immediate loading notification is selected at 80%), while If the additional counter BG is 30 or more and less than 100, the additional information is selected at 10%, and if the additional counter BG is 100 or more, the additional information is selected at 5%, and so on. The setting is such that the selection rate of the post-notification becomes lower as the post-addition information becomes lower.

  In addition, the types of specific roles that triggered the additional winning are more various than so-called rare roles (low-probability trigger results, low-probability results) with relatively low winning probabilities such as strong cherry, weak cherry, strong watermelon, and weak watermelon. A so-called normal role (high-probability trigger result, high-probability result) having a relatively high winning probability, such as a push order replay or various push order bells, has a higher post-selection selectivity when the value of the post-addition counter BG is small. Is set. More specifically, in the notification game lottery process triggered by the various push order replays and the various push order bells, when the add-on counter BG is less than 30, the add-on notification is selected with a probability of 100%.

  As described above, the additional counter BG is given an additional notification after the display remaining number counter HG reaches a predetermined number, and the additional notification is subtracted. Therefore, basically, as the game in the advantageous section, that is, the game in the attack mode progresses, the value of the add-on counter BG often increases. In the early stage, it is highly possible that the value of the add-on counter BG is 0 or a small value.

  In other words, if the player wins at the beginning of the game in the attack mode, there is a high probability that the post notification will be selected. In the early stage of the attack mode, the post notification is always selected. As a result, after the start of the attack mode, the counter BG tends to accumulate relatively early.

  After the notification game lottery process is executed in step S3002, it is determined in step S3003 whether or not a win has been made. In the case where the post-addition winning has not been selected and the immediate notification is selected, in step S3004, a process of adding the current additional winning game to the remaining display counter HG provided in the various counter areas 106e is performed. Then, in step S3005, a notification timing setting process is performed to set at which timing the additional notification is to be performed in the current game. The notification timing setting process is a process of setting at which timing in the current game the additional notification is performed.

  The additional notification is set so that the execution timing varies according to the number of additional games. Specifically, as shown in the execution timing table of FIG. 72, as the execution timing of the additional notification in the current game, the first reel, the second reel, and the third reel are arranged in the stop operation order of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. Then, a stop operation of the first reel, a stop operation of the second reel, and a stop operation of the third reel are set. Then, among the stop operations of the reels, a timing at which a stop ON operation is performed to determine that the pressing operation of the stop switches 42 to 44 is performed, a timing at which the stop OFF operation is performed to determine that the pressing operation is completed, and Is set.

  Here, the operation mode of the stop switches 42 to 44 will be supplementarily described. The stop switches 42 to 44 can be displaced from an initial position located closest to the front side to an operation position located farthest away. In the situation where the sensors are arranged at the initial position, the detection signals from the stop detection sensors 42a to 44a are in a LOW state, and when the operation is performed from the initial position to the operation position, the detection signals from the stop detection sensors 42a to 44a are changed. Switch to HI signal. Then, main controller 101 recognizes that a stop ON operation, which is a pressing operation of stop switches 42 to 44, has been performed based on the switching of the detection signal from the LOW signal to the HI signal.

  The stop switches 42 to 44 are biased toward the initial position by a spring or the like. Therefore, when the user releases the hand from the stop switches 42 to 44 and does not apply the operation force (pressing force) pushed toward the operation position, the stop switches 42 to 44 are moved to the initial position by the urging force of the spring or the like. Return to. In this case, the detection signals from the stop detection sensors 42a to 44a switch from the HI signal to the LOW signal. Then, main controller 101 recognizes that a stop OFF operation has been performed based on the detection signal being switched from the HI signal to the LOW signal, indicating that the pressing operation of stop switches 42 to 44 has been completed.

  The additional notification is set so that the stop operation of each of the stop switches 42 to 44 can occur at any of the stop ON operation and the stop OFF operation. That is, in the game in which the additional information is generated, the additional effect may occur not only at the timing when the stop switches 42 to 44 are pressed, but also at the timing when the pressing operation is completed.

  In the additional information execution timing table, when the number of additional games is relatively small, for example, when 5 to 10 games are added, the timing at which the stop ON operation of the first reel is performed is selected at 5%. The timing at which the stop OFF operation of the first reel is performed is 10%, the stop ON operation of the second reel is 15%, the stop OFF operation of the second reel is 20%, the stop ON operation of the third reel is 20%, The third reel stop OFF operation (when all reels are stopped) is selected at 30%. In this case, the operation during the stop OFF operation is more easily selected than the operation during the stop ON operation of each reel, and the operation on the rear side is more easily selected.

  On the other hand, if the number of games to be added is relatively large, for example, if 100 or more games are added, the timing at which the stop ON operation of the first reel is performed is selected at 5%, and the stop OFF operation of the first reel is selected. Is performed, the stop ON operation of the second reel is 5%, the stop OFF operation of the second reel is 30%, the stop ON operation of the third reel is 5%, and the stop OFF operation of the third reel ( (When all reels are stopped) is selected at 45%. Also in this case, the operation during the stop OFF operation of each reel is easier to select than the operation during the stop ON operation, and the operation on the rear side is relatively easier to select.

  That is, in the present embodiment, the additional information is set to be more easily generated at the time of the stop OFF operation than at the time of the stop ON operation of each reel. When the first to third reels are compared, the stop operation of the third reel (ON operation, OFF operation) is most likely to be selected, and the stop operation of the second reel is most likely to be selected next. The setting is made so that it is most difficult to select during operation.

  In view of the relationship with the number of additional games, the greater the number of additional games, the easier it is to select the timing particularly when the third reel stop OFF operation is performed. In other words, if the additional notification is detected in advance, and if the additional notification does not occur by the time the third reel stop ON operation is performed, the player is greatly likely to generate a large number of additional games. It is considered that the third reel stop OFF operation is executed while expecting.

  In step S3005, the execution timing of the additional notification in the current game is set based on the additional notification execution timing table. Thereafter, the main addition notification process ends. In this case, the information that the current addition is notified as the immediate addition notification in the current game and the information regarding the execution timing of the additional notification in the current game are executed after the additional addition notification process. The additional command is set in the additional command setting process (step S920, step S1007, step S1105, etc.). The display control device 81 that has received the additional command including these information sets the additional notification effect based on the information (FIG. 55).

  If it is determined in step S3003 that the lottery has been selected, the process proceeds to step S3006. In step S3006, a process of adding the number of additional games this time to the additional counter BG provided in the various counter areas 106e is executed. Then, in step S3007, after performing a process of setting a post-addition flag in the various flag storage area 106d, the main addition notification process ends.

  The post-addition flag indicates to the CPU 102 of the main control device 101 that the post-addition notification should be performed when the value of the post-addition counter BG is greater than 0 and the display remaining number counter HG reaches a predetermined value. This is a flag for grasping. Also, in this case, in the additional command setting process executed subsequent to the final additional notification process, information indicating that no additional notification is generated in the current game is set in the additional command. The display control device 81 that has received the additional command including this information performs control so that additional information is not generated in the current game (FIG. 55, step S2403: NO).

<Additional notification process>
Next, the post-addition notification process will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. The post-addition notification process is a process performed in step S1402 of the winning result correspondence process (FIG. 45) in main controller 101.

  First, in step S3101, it is determined whether the current display mode is any of the attack mode, the VB mode, and the specialization zone. As described above, which display mode is set can be determined by grasping the corresponding flag. If the mode is not one of these modes, that is, if the mode is the normal mode or the challenge mode, the post-notification information processing is terminated. If the mode is any of the attack mode, the VB mode, and the specialization zone, it is determined in step S3102 whether or not a bonus state is being established. If it is any of the BB state based on the first BB or the second BB or the CB state based on the CB, the post-addition notification process is ended as it is. If a negative determination is made in step S3102, the process advances to step S3103 to perform a subtraction process on the remaining display counter HG. In this case, in step S3103, a command including the value after the subtraction of the remaining display counter HG is set as an output target to the display control device 81. The display control device 81 that has received such a command controls the auxiliary display unit 65 so as to update the display of the remaining game number display ZGP. The display control device 81 may be provided with a counter or the like corresponding to the remaining display counter HG, and the display control device 81 may perform a process for updating the remaining game number display ZGP.

  In step S3104, it is determined whether or not the display remaining number counter HG has reached a predetermined value (1) serving as a trigger for post-notification as a processing result of step S3103. If the predetermined value has not been reached, the post-notification information processing is terminated. If the value has reached the predetermined value, it is determined in step S3105 whether or not the post loading flag has been set. If the post-addition flag is not set, the post-addition notification processing is terminated.

  If it is determined in step S3105 that the post-addition flag is set, the process advances to step S3106. In step S3106, the value of the post loading counter BG is grasped. Then, in step S3107, a process of setting an additional command is performed so that additional notification according to the value of the additional counter BG is performed. In this case, the additional command includes information indicating that additional information is to be given in the game and information indicating that the number of games is to be added according to the value of the additional counter BG. In addition, it is good also as a structure which adds a part of post loading counter BG, for example, after determining whether or not to add a part by lottery, when it is set as a part, it adds the number of games of the part. May be set in an additional command.

  In the following step S3108, a process of subtracting the value corresponding to the number of additional games set in the additional command in step S3107 from the additional counter BG is performed. Then, in step S3109, it is determined whether or not the add-on counter BG has become 0 as a result of the processing in step S3108. If it is not 0, the post-addition notification process ends. If the value is 0, the post-addition flag is cleared in step S3110, and then the post-addition notification process ends.

  As described above, the additional command is transmitted to the display control device 81 in the post-addition notification process in the prize result handling process, so that the display control device 81 performs the step in the all-stop effect setting process (FIG. 58). In the additional notification processing at the time of all stops in S2609 and step S2619, processing for performing an additional notification effect is executed. Thereby, in the game in which the display remaining number counter HG has reached the predetermined value, the additional notification is executed as the additional information after all the reels 32L, 32M, 32R have stopped. Therefore, in the game in which the display remaining number counter HG has reached the predetermined value (1), regardless of the winning result of the game, it is expected that an additional notification (post-addition notification) will be performed, and the third reel is displayed. The stop OFF operation is performed.

  By the way, the timing of the third reel stop OFF operation of the timing of the additional notification selected when performing the immediate loading notification may be different from the timing of the full stop when performing the late loading notification. That is, the third reel stop OFF operation is the timing at which the stop OFF operation of the third reel is performed, and the corresponding reel may stop at this timing, or may be slightly delayed with the slip control. May stop the corresponding reel. Therefore, the timing of the third reel stop OFF operation may be a timing slightly earlier than the timing at which all the reels 32L, 32M, 32R stop. On the other hand, the execution timing of the post-addition notification set in the post-addition notification process in the winning-result-response processing is the timing after the execution of the winning-result-response processing. This is the timing after the payout is performed (after the payout determination processing in step S413 is executed) if the small win has occurred. For this reason, the timing at which the post-load notification is executed may be later than the timing at which the third reel stop OFF operation in the immediate transfer notification is performed.

  Here, in the present embodiment, a freeze effect is executed when the first BB or the second BB is won in the normal gaming state or the first RT state, or when the VB mode is won in the second RT state. . The freeze effect in this case is not executed in the winning game for the first BB or the like, but is executed in a specific game after a predetermined game from the winning game. That is, in a game before the specific game in which the freeze effect is executed, execution of the freeze effect in the specific game is set in advance. Hereinafter, various processes related to the freeze effect will be described.

<BB winning process>
The BB winning process will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. This process is executed in step S814 of the first specific role process (FIG. 33) in the main control device 101. When the game state is the normal game state or the first RT state and the BB is won, the freeze is performed. It is for setting the execution of the effect.

  In the BB winning process, first, in step S3201, it is determined whether a bonus has been won. Specifically, it is determined whether any of the first BB winning flag, the second BB winning flag, and the CB winning flag (bonus winning flag) is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. If the bonus winning flag has been set, in step S3202, it is determined whether the set bonus winning flag is a CB winning flag, that is, whether the winning bonus is CB. I do.

  When a negative determination is made in step S3201 (when the bonus winning flag is not set) or when an affirmative determination is made in step S3202 (when the set bonus winning flag is the CB winning flag), the actual BB winning is performed as it is. End the processing for use. On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S3202, that is, if the set bonus winning flag is the first BB winning flag or the second BB winning flag and the first BB or the second BB has been won, steps S3203 to step S3203 are performed. Proceeding to S3205, a process for setting the precursor mode is performed. In other words, when the first BB or the second BB is won, the mode is shifted to the sign mode, and a winning notification that a bonus has been won after each game in the sign mode is performed.

  Steps S3203 to S3205 are the same as steps S810 to S812 described above. That is, in step S3203, the precursor game number table is acquired from the ROM 105. In step S3204, the precursor game number table acquired in step S3203 and the lottery counter acquired from the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106 are obtained. A lottery process for determining the number of precursor games is performed. Then, in step S3205, the number of precursor games obtained by the lottery is input to the precursor counter provided in the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106, and the number of precursor games is set. The precursor counter is decremented by 1 in step S1506 of the game number management process (FIG. 46) described above, that is, when all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are stopped.

  In the precursor game number table acquired in step S3203, as shown in FIG. 39, when the BB is won in a state where the display mode is the normal mode, 1 to 5 games are selected at 80%, and 6 to 10 games are selected. The game is selected at 20%. On the other hand, when the BB is won during the challenge mode, the number of precursor games is set to be zero.

  After the execution of step S3205, it is determined in step S3206 whether or not the number of predictive games set in step S3205 is greater than zero. If the number of precursor games is greater than 0, that is, if one or more precursor games have been set, the process advances to step S3207 to execute a freeze lottery process for determining whether or not to execute a freeze effect. In step S3207, a freeze lottery table is obtained from the various table storage areas 105a of the ROM 105, and whether or not to perform a freeze effect is determined based on the lottery table and the lottery counter obtained from the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. Lottery. The winning probability of the freeze effect is arbitrary, and is set to, for example, 70%. Note that a configuration in which the freeze effect is always executed by omitting the freeze lottery process or setting the probability of winning in the freeze effect to 100% may be adopted.

  In a succeeding step S3208, it is determined whether or not the execution of the freeze effect has been won as a result of the freeze lottery. If the winning of the freeze effect has been won, the processes of steps S3209 to S3212 are executed, and the process of setting the execution of the freeze effect in advance is performed. In the setting process, first, in step S3209, a process of sorting the type of freeze effect to be executed is executed. In the present embodiment, a plurality of types of freeze effects having different execution modes are set as freeze effects. Specifically, three types of freeze effects including a first freeze effect, a second freeze effect, and a third freeze effect are set.

  Here, the outline of each freeze effect will be described with reference to FIG. 75 (b). The freeze effect is to start the rotation of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R (circular body) based on the operation of the start lever 41, and to rotate the respective reels 32L, 32M, 32R based on the operation of the stop switches 42 to 44. When the normal game operation to be stopped is the normal game operation, at least one of the start and the progress of the normal game operation is limited. More specifically, even if the player operates the start lever 41 and the stop switches 42 to 44, the rotation start control of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R based on the operation of the start lever 41 and the operation of the stop switches 42 to 44 are performed. This is an effect in which at least one of the rotation stop control of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is not executed (limited).

  The first freeze effect to the third freeze effect are set as rotation effects performed at the start of rotation of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R. When each freeze effect is performed, if the start operation of the start lever 41 is performed in a state where the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are stopped, the normal rotation direction (forward direction, downward direction, circling direction) is set. The reels 32L, 32M, 32R rotate in the reverse direction. While the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are rotating in the reverse direction, the stop control of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is not performed even if the player operates the stop switches 42 to 44, and the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are not rotated. 32R continues reverse rotation as it is. That is, the reels 32L, 32M, 32R cannot be stopped by the player's intention. Further, the rotation speed of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R at this time is lower than the normal rotation speed, and the player can easily grasp that each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is rotating in the reverse direction, and The speed is such that the player can easily identify each symbol seen from each of the display windows 26L, 26M, 26R.

  When a predetermined period has elapsed since the start of the reverse rotation (rotation by a predetermined rotation amount), each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is temporarily stopped in a state where the "red 7" symbols are arranged on a predetermined line. At this time, if the freeze effect to be executed has been distributed to the first freeze effect, the “red 7” symbol is temporarily aligned with the middle line L2, and the middle stage red 7 is a freeze effect, and is distributed to the second freeze effect. When the “Red 7” symbol is aligned to the upward-sloping line L5 and paused, the “Red 7” symbol is suspended. It is a freeze effect in which the upper red 7 that is temporarily stopped in line with line L1. After the combination of the "red 7" symbols is temporarily stopped in this manner, the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R rotate forward to shift to normal rotation control, and thereafter, the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated. As a result, the symbol corresponding to the game result of the current game stops on the active line.

  Returning to the description of the BB winning process (FIG. 74), in step S3209, a freeze type distribution table is obtained from the various table storage area 105a of the ROM 105, and based on the distribution table and the lottery counter value, Perform a sort process of the freeze type. In the distribution table, as shown in FIG. 75 (a), if there is no overlap winning with the attack mode, the first freeze effect is selected at 60%, the second freeze effect is selected at 30%, and the second freeze effect is selected at 30%. 3 Freeze effect is set to be selected at 10%. That is, in the case of winning only for BB, the first freeze effect is most easily selected, and the third freeze effect is most difficult to be selected. On the other hand, when there is an overlap winning with the attack mode, the first freeze effect is selected at 10%, the second freeze effect is selected at 30%, and the third freeze effect is selected at 60%. ing. That is, when not only the BB but also the attack mode is won, the third freeze effect is most easily selected and the first freeze effect is most difficult to be selected. Therefore, for the player, when the third freeze effect is executed, the expectation degree of the overlap winning between the BB and the attack mode is highest.

  Incidentally, the first freeze effect, the second freeze effect, and the third freeze effect are not generated except when the BB is won when the gaming state is the normal gaming state or the first RT state. Therefore, from the viewpoint of the player, the occurrence of each of the freeze effects determines the BB winning. In this sense, the freeze effects can be said to be the first BB and second BB fixed effects.

  After execution of step S3209, a freeze flag corresponding to the sort result of the freeze type is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106 in step S3210. That is, when the first freeze effect is selected, the first freeze flag is set, when the second freeze effect is selected, the second freeze flag is set, and when the third freeze effect is selected, the third freeze flag is set. set. These flags are for the main controller 101 to know which freeze effect is set to be executed.

  In a succeeding step S3211, a freeze counter FC is set in various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. The freeze counter FC is used to determine the number of games to be played from when the BB is won to the time when the freeze effect is executed, in other words, how many games after the BB is won, the number of games after which the freeze effect is executed. In the present embodiment, the same value as the precursor counter set in step S3205 is set as the value of the freeze counter FC. The freeze counter FC is decremented by one at the start of each game.

  After that, in step S3212, a process of setting the freeze stock command as an output target to the display control device 81 is executed. The freeze stock command includes information indicating that the execution of the freeze effect is set in advance, the type of the freeze effect to be executed, and the number of games after which the freeze effect is executed.

  After the execution of step S3212, if a negative determination is made in step S3206 (if the number of precursor games is 0) or if a negative determination is made in step S3208 (if the lottery for the freeze effect has not been won), the process proceeds to step S3213. A omen command is set, and then the BB winning process ends.

<VB mode winning process>
Next, the VB mode winning process will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. This processing is executed in step S909 of the second specific role processing (FIG. 34) in the main control device 101. When the game state is the second RT state and the VB mode is won, the freeze effect is executed. It is for setting.

  In the VB mode winning process, first, in step S3301, it is determined whether or not the number of precursor games is greater than zero. In this case, the number of precursor games to be determined is the number of precursor games set in step S908 of the second specific combination process. If the number of precursor games is larger than 0, a lottery process is performed in step S3202 to determine whether or not to execute a freeze effect. In a succeeding step S3203, it is determined whether or not the execution of the freeze effect has been won. If the execution of the freeze effect has been won, the fourth freeze flag is set in a step S3304. The fourth freeze flag is a flag corresponding to executing the first freeze effect in the second RT state.

  After execution of step S3304, a freeze counter FC is set in step S3305, and then a freeze stock command is set in step S3306. In step S3305, the same value as that of the precursor counter is set as the value of the freeze counter FC, as in step S3211 of the above-described BB winning process (FIG. 74). After execution of step S3306, or when a negative determination is made in step S3301 or step S3303, a precursor command is set in step S3307, and then the VB mode winning process ends.

<Rotation effect processing>
Next, the rotation effect processing will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. This process is executed in step S401 of the reel control process (FIG. 19) in the main control device 101, and is for executing the freeze effect set in the BB winning process or the VB mode winning process. It is.

  In the rotation effect processing, first, in step S3401, it is determined whether execution of a freeze effect is set. Specifically, it is determined whether any of the first freeze flag, the second freeze flag, the third freeze flag, and the fourth freeze flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. If any of the freeze flags has been set, in step S3402, the value of the freeze counter FC set in the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106 is decremented by 1, and the freeze counter FC is updated. Since the rotation effect process is a process executed at the start of the game (when the start lever 41 is operated), the freeze counter FC is updated at the start of each game.

  In a succeeding step S3403, it is determined whether or not the value of the freeze counter FC is 0. If the value of the freeze counter FC is 0, the process advances to step S3404 to determine whether the freeze flag set in the RAM 106 is the first freeze flag. If an affirmative determination is made in step S3404, the first freeze flag that has been set is cleared in step S3405, and then in step S3406, the first freeze effect (the middle red 7-freeze effect, FIG. 75) is performed in the game. (B)) is set to be executed.

  Here, the relationship between the freeze effect and the display effect performed on the auxiliary display unit 65 will be described. As described above, in the BB winning game or the VB mode winning game, a lottery for shifting to the precursor mode is performed, and a transition is made to the precursor mode with a predetermined probability. When the mode is shifted to the precursor mode, the number of remaining games in the precursor mode and the number of games in which the continuous production is executed are referred to, and the result display of the continuous production in the final game in the precursor mode (FIG. 68) is displayed. Thus, the execution start timing of the continuous effect is controlled. For example, in the BB winning game, if the number of games in the precursor mode is set to five games (a precursor counter = 4) and a continuous effect executed over four games is set, the number of remaining games in the precursor mode is four games ( A continuous effect is started in the game of the precursor counter = 3).

  Then, when the freeze effect is executed, the value of the freeze counter FC (the number of games from the BB winning game to the execution of the freeze effect) set in the BB winning game is referred to, and the execution timing of the freeze effect is controlled. Is done. As described above, the freeze counter FC is set to the same value as the precursor counter, and when the value of the freeze counter FC becomes 0, the freeze effect is performed. Therefore, the final game of the precursor mode in which the precursor counter is 0 is performed. Freeze effect is performed. Here, since the final game in the precursor mode is the final game of the continuous production, when the player operates the start lever 41 to start the final game of the continuous production, a freeze production is executed accordingly.

  When the freeze effect is executed, a specific image for the freeze effect (for example, an image in which a flame is displayed behind the main character) is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65 as shown in FIG. At this time, a corresponding sound effect (for example, “Wow !!” in a male voice) is output from the speaker 64 in accordance with the display of the video. The special behavior of the reels 32L, 32R, 32R by the freeze effect and the above-mentioned images and the like enhance the final game of the continuous effect, increase the impact and enhance the sense of appreciation, and enhance the player's sense of exaltation and superiority. The effect such as being enhanced can be obtained.

  Returning to the description of the rotation effect processing (FIG. 77), if a negative determination is made in step S3404, the process advances to step S3407 to determine whether the set freeze flag is the fourth freeze flag. If the flag is the fourth freeze flag, in step S3408, the set fourth freeze flag is cleared, and thereafter, the process proceeds to step S3406 to set the first freeze effect to be executed. On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S3407, it is determined in step S3409 whether the set freeze flag is the second freeze flag. If the flag is the second freeze flag, the set second freeze flag is cleared in step S3410, and in the following step S3411, the second freeze effect (FIG. 75 (b)) is executed in the game. Is set to

  If a negative determination is made in step S3409, it means that the set freeze flag is the third freeze flag. In this case, the process proceeds to step S3412, where the set third freeze flag is cleared, and thereafter, in step S3413, a setting is made so that the third freeze effect (FIG. 75 (b)) is executed in the game. .

  After execution of step S3406, step S3411, or step S3413, or when a negative determination is made in step S3401 or step S3403, the process proceeds to step S3414 to execute another rotation effect setting process. In the other rotation effect setting process, in addition to the above-described freeze effects, various rotation effects (for example, effects in which the rotation start timings of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are different, and rotations of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R). Is set so that a freeze effect, etc., that is performed without starting the process is performed. After performing the process of step S3403, the main rotation effect process ends.

  By the way, in the freeze effect, although the effect as described above is expected, since the effect cannot be terminated by the player's intention, there is also an aspect that the time efficiency in the game is reduced. For this reason, a player who wants to play as many games as possible may want to prioritize the game digestion efficiency over the freeze effect. Further, even when the time for closing the game hall is approaching, such as when the time for closing the game hall is approaching, there is a possibility that there is a need to omit the freeze effect and quickly finish the game. Therefore, in the present embodiment, when the execution of the freeze effect is set in advance, a configuration is devised so that the execution can be canceled before the execution of the effect. Hereinafter, the configuration for that will be described.

<Freeze release processing>
The freeze release processing will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. This processing is executed in step S414 of the reel control processing (FIG. 19), and is for canceling the execution of the freeze effect after the execution of the freeze effect is set.

  In the freeze release process, first, in step S3501, it is determined whether execution of a freeze effect is set. Specifically, it is determined whether or not any freeze flag is stored in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. If any freeze flag is stored and the execution of the freeze effect is set, the process advances to step S3502 to determine whether the freeze counter FC is larger than 0. That is, in this step, it is determined whether or not the game is a game before the execution game of the freeze effect.

  If the freeze counter FC is larger than 0 and the game is earlier than the freeze effect execution game, in step S3503, it is determined whether the stop mode of each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R is the stop mode of the reach eye. Is determined. More specifically, it is determined whether a specific reach (reach A or reach B in FIG. 18) among the reach set in the slot machine 10 is stopped. In step S3503, a symbol number stopped at the base position on each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is confirmed, and it is determined whether or not the symbol number corresponds to the reach eye A or the reach eye B. Then, it is determined whether or not a specific reach is stopped.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S3503, the flow advances to step S3504 to determine whether the set freeze flag is either the first freeze flag or the second freeze flag. That is, it is determined whether or not the freeze effect to be executed is a freeze effect other than the third freeze effect.

  If the set freeze flag is either the first freeze flag or the second freeze flag, in step S3505, the set freeze flag and the freeze set in the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106 are set. Clear the counter FC. This cancels (invalidates) the execution of the freeze effect. In the following step S3506, a freeze release command is set as an output target to the display control device 81. The freeze release command indicates that the execution of the freeze effect has been released, and the display control device 81 can recognize that the execution of the freeze effect has been released by receiving the freeze release command. . When the display control device 81 receives the freeze release command, the display control device 81 controls the specific image of the freeze effect (FIG. 68A) not to be displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65 in the final game of the continuous effect, and the effect corresponding thereto. It controls so that no sound is output.

  On the other hand, when a negative determination is made in step S3503 (when it is determined that the reach eye is not stopped), it is determined in step S3507 whether or not the eleventh replay winning is established. As described above, the eleventh replay winning prize is a replay role that can be won only in the second RT state (see FIG. 25 and the like), and plays a role as a reach when the VB mode is won. To fulfill. The eleventh re-gaming is configured to be won together with the first re-gaming (see IV = 56 in FIG. 25). Then, when the player wins the eleventh replay, as shown in FIG. 24B, the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated in a predetermined operation order (left → middle → right or left → right → middle). When operated, a winning of the eleventh re-gaming combination is established, and when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated in an operation sequence different from the above-described operation sequence, a winning of the first re-gaming combination is established. It should be noted that both the eleventh re-gaming combination and the first re-gaming combination are non-transition outcomes without transition of the gaming state.

  Here, the push order notifying process (pressing order notifying process for the reach eye) for causing the eleventh re-gaming to function as the reach at the time of winning in the VB mode will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. This processing is executed in step S1323 of the push-sequence process (FIG. 44) in the main controller 101. More specifically, in step S1319 of the push-sequence process, it is determined that the current lottery result is not a bell win. This is executed when it is determined.

  In the reach eye pressing order notification processing, first, in step S3601, it is determined whether or not the VB mode winning flag has been set, thereby determining whether or not the VB mode has been won. If the VB mode winning flag has not been set (if the VB mode has not been won), it is determined in step S3602 whether or not the current lottery result is a Reach-Eye Replay (eleventh replay) winning. I do.

  If the reach-replay replay has been won, the flow advances to step S3603 to execute a push order notification process for the first replay. Specifically, of the eleventh re-game and the first re-game, the operation order corresponding to the first re-game winning is notified (see FIG. 24 (b)). In a succeeding step S3604, a pressing order notification command is set as an output command to the display control device 81. The pressing order notification command includes information indicating that the pressing order is to be notified on the instruction monitor 68 and information indicating the pressing order notified in step S3603. The display control device 81 receives the command. By doing so, the pressing order notified on the instruction monitor 68 can be grasped. Note that information indicating that the player has won the eleventh replaying game and information indicating that the player has won the VB mode are included in the lottery result command set in step S312 of the lottery process (FIG. 16). I have.

  In the display control device 81 which has received the pushing order command and the lottery result command, the pushing order of the first replaying game is notified on the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like in accordance with the pushing order notification of the first replaying game on the instruction monitor 68. To be controlled. The control process is performed in steps S2314 to S2316 of the pressing order notification process shown in FIG. Specifically, it is determined in step S2314 whether or not the VB mode has been won. If the VB mode has not been won, in step S2315, it is determined whether or not the current lottery result is the reach eye replay winning. Determine whether or not. In the case of the reach replay winning, the operation order corresponding to the first replay winning is notified in step S2316. Specifically, with reference to the pressing order notification command output from main control device 101, auxiliary display unit 65 and the like are controlled so as to perform the pressing order notification that the winning of the first re-game combination is established. After the execution of step S2316, if the affirmative determination is made in step S2314 (when the VB mode has been won) or if the negative determination is made in step S2315 (if the current lottery result is not the winning replay winning), the pressing order is set. The notification process ends.

  Returning to the description of the reach order pressing order notifying process (FIG. 79), after execution of step S3604, a positive determination is made in step S3601 (when the VB mode winning flag is set) or a negative determination is made in step S3602 ( If the current lottery result is not the reach eye replay winning), the reach order push order notification process is terminated.

  According to the above-described processing, when the player has won the reach-replay replay combination in a situation where the player has not been selected for the VB mode, the instruction monitor 68 and the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like notify the pressing order of the first replaying combination. Then, when the player operates the stop switches 42 to 44 in accordance with the notification, the symbol combination corresponding to the first replaying combination stops on each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. Therefore, in the situation where the VB mode has not been won, the first re-game combination is likely to win.

  On the other hand, when the player has won the Reach-Eye Replay combination in the situation where the player has won the VB mode, the pressing order is not notified on the instruction monitor 68, the auxiliary display unit 65, and the like. In this case, it is considered that the player operates the stop switches 42 to 44 in a normal operation order. In general, it is assumed that many players stop the left reel 32L first, but in the present embodiment, if the stop switch 42 corresponding to the left reel 32L is operated first, the eleventh re-gaming wins. It is configured as follows. Therefore, in a situation in which the push order notification is not performed, the eleventh replaying game is likely to win.

  As described above, in a case where the player has won the reach-replay role in a situation where the player has not been selected for the VB mode, the push order notification of the normal replay role different from the reach-replay role is performed, while the player wins the VB mode. In the case where the player has won the reach-replay combination in the present situation, the above-mentioned push order notification is not executed, so that the eleventh re-game combination functions as the reach at the time of the VB mode winning.

  Incidentally, the main display mode in the second RT state is the attack mode, and in this mode, the notification of the pressing order of the replay role and the bell role is executed more frequently than in the normal mode. In such a situation, for example, in a case where the reach-eye replay role (the eleventh replaying role) is won, if the push order notification of the winning combination is executed, the player follows the push order notification. If the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated lightly, the reach eye replay combination will be awarded. In this regard, in the game in which the push order notification is not executed when the reach-eye replay role (the eleventh replay role) is won, in a game in which the push order notification is not executed, the player can expect the stop switch. 42 to 44 are operated, and furthermore, the interest in stopping the game is increased. Therefore, it is possible to appropriately enhance the interest and to make it easier for the player to notice the winning of the Reach-Eye Replay combination.

  Returning to the description of the freeze canceling process (FIG. 78), if an affirmative determination is made in step S3507 (if it is the eleventh replay winning combination), the flow advances to step S3505 to clear the freeze flag and freeze counter FC, and to freeze. Cancels the execution of the effect. On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S3507, the freeze canceling process ends.

<Flow of games related to freeze production>
Next, with reference to FIG. 80, a flow of a game relating to a freeze effect will be described. Here, a case will be described as an example where execution of a freeze effect is set along with BB winning.

  As shown in FIG. 80 (a), when a BB is won in a certain game, execution of a freeze effect is set with a predetermined probability. The setting in this case is not the execution of the freeze effect in the game in which the BB has been won, but the execution of the freeze effect in the specific game after a predetermined number of games from the game.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 80 (b), when the player does not stop the specific reach (reach A or reach B) until the game immediately before the specific game ends, In a specific game, a freeze effect is executed based on the above settings. In the specific game, since the final game of the continuous production is performed, after the freeze production is executed, the victory result in the continuous production is notified (flow of FIG. 68 (a) → FIG. 68 (b1) → FIG. 68 (b2)). ).

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 80 (c), when the player has stopped the specific reach until the game immediately before the specific game ends, execution of the freeze effect in the specific game is canceled. Is done. That is, the operation of the stop switches 42 to 44 for stopping the specific reach is an operation for canceling the execution of the freeze effect. For this reason, the player can release the execution of the freeze effect after grasping the BB winning, and can perform both the grasp of the BB winning and the cancellation of the freeze effect by one operation. When the execution of the freeze effect is canceled, the freeze effect is not executed in the specific game, and the victory result is notified in a state where the freeze effect is omitted in the final game of the continuous effect (FIG. 68 (b1) → FIG. 68 (b2)). In addition, when the execution of the freeze effect is set and when the execution of the freeze effect is cancelled, the notification corresponding to the setting (for example, the notification that teaches that the setting has been made) or the notification corresponding to the cancellation is performed. (E.g., notification of the cancellation) is not performed.

  By the way, when the freeze effect set in the BB winning game is the third freeze effect, the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled even if the reach eye is stopped (release operation). That is, the third freeze production has a lower probability of occurrence than other freeze productions, and has a high degree of expectation of winning in an overlap with the attack mode. As described above, a freeze effect, which is assumed to be scarce or of high player interest, cannot be canceled.

  According to the present embodiment described in detail above, the following excellent effects can be obtained.

  After the execution of the freeze effect is set and before the freeze effect is executed, if the specific reach stops, the execution of the set freeze effect is canceled.

  In the present embodiment, when the BB or VB mode is internally won, a freeze effect is executed at the time of informing a result (victory effect) in the final game of the continuous effect, and the game is performed as compared with the case of simply informing the result. It will be excited. However, if the player is aware of the result (BB winning etc.) before the result notification and the interest in the effect is reduced, it may be annoying if the freeze effect is executed again in such a situation. There is. In particular, the freeze effect has a characteristic that the start or progress of the normal game operation is restricted, so that the player cannot proceed with the game for a certain period of time. It is assumed that when a freeze effect is performed while moving to a game, it is easy to feel troublesome. In other words, there is a concern that the function of the freeze effect mounted to enhance the effect of the effect may have the opposite effect depending on the situation when the effect is executed.

  In this regard, in the present embodiment, first, when a BB or the like is won, by setting so that a freeze effect is performed in a specific game subsequent to the winning game, an actual timing of the execution of the freeze effect is actually generated. Allow time for execution. Utilizing this period, the gaming machine determines whether or not the player is likely to recognize the BB winning or the like based on whether or not the reach eye is stopped. Then, when it is determined that it is recognized, the automatic control is performed so as to cancel the execution of the scheduled freeze effect. With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the execution of the freeze effect in a situation where the player recognizes the BB winning or the like. On the other hand, if it is determined that the reach eyes do not stop and the player does not recognize the BB winning or the like, the freeze effect is performed as originally planned, and thereby the game can be appropriately excited. it can. In other words, it is possible to ensure that the effect of raising the game by the freeze effect is ensured, but also to limit the execution of the effect in a situation where the player is likely to be troublesome and feel that the effect is troublesome.

  In addition, since the operation of stopping the reach eyes can be viewed as an operation for canceling the freeze effect, the following effects can be expected. The freeze effect can enhance the effect of the game by increasing the effect of the game, but as described above, it also has a characteristic that the player is restricted from being able to proceed with the game for a certain period of time. For this reason, some players may not want to execute the freeze effect. In this regard, according to this configuration, in the player who does not want to execute the freeze effect, even if the condition for executing the freeze effect is satisfied, the release operation (the operation of stopping the specific reach) is performed by the player. Can be avoided. In other words, it is possible for the player to avoid the execution of the freeze effect on his own. On the other hand, if the reach eyes are not stopped, the freeze effect is executed as originally set, which is convenient for a player who wants to execute the freeze effect. That is, it is possible to change whether or not to execute the freeze effect according to each player's preference and mental state, and it is possible to realize a gaming machine that is easy for any player to play.

  Further, since the freeze effect is released by stopping the reach eyes, the following effects can be obtained. Since the reach eyes function as one of the effects that can determine the winning of the BB or VB mode when viewed from the player, according to this configuration, the freeze effect can be canceled at the same time as the recognition of the BB winning and the like. Will be fulfilled. For this reason, for example, the interest in the freeze effect is reduced due to the perception of the BB winning or the like, and the player who does not want to execute the freeze effect does not need to perform the exclusive operation for canceling again. That is, the time and effort for release can be reduced, and it is possible to suppress the inconvenience associated with the release operation.

  In addition, in the present configuration, the reach that triggers the establishment of the release condition is limited to a part of the reach. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of the inconvenience that the player who has stopped the reach eye for the purpose of detecting the BB winning or the like unintentionally cancels the execution of the freeze effect. In the case of a bonus winning state or a carry-over state, there is a gaming machine in which the pattern combination corresponding to the reach eye stops relatively easily without the player being particularly conscious. In the gaming machine, execution of the freeze effect can be suppressed from being excessively limited. In other words, it is possible to obtain an advantageous configuration for appropriately securing the execution effect of the freeze effect.

  Some freeze effects (freeze effects with a low probability of occurrence) have been excluded from cancellation. As a result, it is possible to guarantee the execution of the freeze effect, which is assumed to be of high interest to the player, even if the player accidentally establishes the release condition, and the player is greatly discouraged. It can be avoided.

<Modification 1>
The present modification is different from the first embodiment in that a predetermined notification is performed when a freeze effect release operation is performed.

  When the player performs a release operation of the freeze effect (stop of the specific reach), if any notification is performed in the slot machine 10, the player can grasp that the release operation has been accepted, which is convenient. . However, on the other hand, such notification is to inform that a player who did not intend to release and accidentally performed the release operation could not see the freeze effect that could have been seen. This may lead to discouragement of the player. Therefore, in the present modified example, the configuration is devised so as to distinguish between a player who has intentionally performed the release operation and a player who has not intentionally performed the release operation and perform the above-described notification. Hereinafter, the configuration of the present modified example will be described in detail.

  FIG. 81 is a flowchart showing the freeze release processing according to this modification. This processing is executed in place of the freeze release processing in FIG. In this processing, the processing similar to the freeze release processing in FIG. 78 will be appropriately simplified or omitted.

  In the freeze releasing process of the present modification, first, in step S3801, it is determined whether any freeze flag is set. If any freeze flag has been set, it is determined in step S3802 whether or not the game number measurement flag has been set. If the game number measurement flag has not been set, the process advances to step S3803 to determine whether the current game is a BB winning game.

  In the case of the BB winning game, the game number measurement flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106 in step S3804, and the measurement of the game number FG is started in step S3805. The game number measurement flag is a flag indicating that the measurement of the game number FG is being executed. The game number FG is counted using the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106, and indicates the number of digested games from the BB winning game. On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S3802, the flow advances to step S3806 to update the game number FG by adding 1 to the game number FG.

  After execution of step S3805 or step S3806 or when a negative determination is made in step S3803, the processing of steps S3807 to S3811 is executed. These processes are the same as steps S3502 to S3506 in FIG. After setting the freeze release command in step S3811, it is determined in step S3812 whether or not the number of games FG is equal to or less than a predetermined value (for example, 2).

  If the game number FG is equal to or smaller than the predetermined value, the process advances to step S3813 to set a release notification command as an output command to the display control device 81. On the other hand, if the game number FG is not equal to or smaller than the predetermined value, the process proceeds to step S3814, and a reach stop notification command is set as an output command to the display control device 81. The display control device 81 that has received the release notification command or the reach stop notification command controls the auxiliary display unit 65 and the like so that notification corresponding to each command is performed. A specific example of the notification mode will be described later.

  After execution of step S3813 or step S3814, the game number measurement flag and the game number FG are cleared in step S3815. After execution of step S3815, or when a negative determination is made in step S3801, step S3807 or step S3809, the freeze release processing ends. If a negative determination is made in step S3808, the processing in steps S3816 to S3818 is executed, and then the freeze release processing ends. The processing in steps S3816 to S3818 is the same as steps S3507, S3505 and S3506 in FIG.

<About the flow of games related to notification>
If the operation of releasing the freeze effect is performed within a predetermined number of games (for example, two games) after the end of the bonus winning game, there is some opportunity (for example, stop of the reach other than the specific reach, a strong cherry role, After detecting or predicting the execution of the freeze effect by winning a winning combination with a bonus such as a strong watermelon combination, it is estimated that the player has intentionally performed the canceling operation. That is, if the cancellation operation is performed immediately after the winning of the bonus and the period until the cancellation operation is performed is short, it is determined that the cancellation operation is intentional. In this case, a release notification command is output from the main control device 101 to the display control device 81, and as shown in FIG. 82 (a), a character display such as "freeze stock has been released" is displayed as an auxiliary display. Control is performed by the unit 65. Thereby, it is notified that the execution of the freeze effect has been canceled, and the player can clearly know that the cancellation has been performed.

  On the other hand, if the release operation is performed after the predetermined number of games (for example, two games) is exceeded after the bonus winning game is over, it is estimated that the player has performed the release operation unintentionally. In this case, a reach eye stop notification command is output from the main control device 101 to the display control device 81, and as shown in FIG. 82 (b), a character display such as "reach eye" is assisted. Control is performed so as to be performed on the display unit 65. As a result, it becomes difficult for the player to recognize the release of the freeze effect from the notification, and it is possible to avoid discouragement of the player who wants to view the freeze effect.

  The notification when the release operation is performed after the predetermined number of games is exceeded does not necessarily need to be notification that the reach-stop has been performed, and it is determined that the release of the freeze effect is impossible or difficult for the player to recognize. It is sufficient if it is a notification. Further, a configuration may be adopted in which the notification is not performed when the release operation is performed after the predetermined number of games has been exceeded.

  Further, in this modification, notification that the execution of the freeze effect has been set is not performed. By performing the notification, it is possible to inform the player of the timing at which the release operation is to be performed, but it also gives advance notice that the freeze effect is to be performed, thereby impairing the appeal of the freeze effect of inviting the player's surprise. This is because

  In the above configuration, the number of games is counted, but the release notification is executed according to the time (period) from when the execution of the freeze effect is set (after the BB is won) until the specific reach stops. It may be configured to switch whether or not to perform. In this case, the release notification is executed when the measured time is shorter than the predetermined time, and the release notification is not executed when the measured time exceeds the predetermined time.

<Modification 2>
This modification is intended to cope with a case where a plurality of freeze effects are set in an overlapping manner. For example, as shown in FIG. 83 (a), in the second RT state, the VB mode is won and the execution of the freeze effect A is set, and then, during the stay in the precursor mode corresponding to the winning, the BB is won and added. , The execution of the freeze effect B may be set.

  In such a case, as shown in FIG. 83 (b), the execution of the freeze effect A triggered by the VB mode winning and the execution of the freeze effect B triggered by the BB winning are both performed by one release operation. It is configured to be released collectively. In this case, since it is not necessary to cancel each freeze effect one by one, it is possible to reduce the trouble of the cancellation operation. The canceling operation in this case may be an operation for canceling the freeze effect triggered by the VB mode winning (winning of the eleventh replay combination) or canceling the freeze effect triggered by the BB mode winning. Operation (stop of the specific reach).

  Further, as shown in FIG. 83 (c), the execution of the freeze effect A triggered by the VB mode winning and the execution of the freeze effect B triggered by the BB winning are canceled one by one by the respective canceling operations. It is good also as a structure which performs. At this time, the cancellation operation A for canceling the execution of the freeze effect A and the cancellation operation B for canceling the execution of the freeze effect B may be the same operation. In this case, both freeze effects can be released by a simple operation of repeating the same operation, and the release operation is simplified.

  The release operation A for the freeze effect A and the release operation B for the freeze effect B may be different operations. With such a configuration, the player can select and release the freeze effect to be released. For example, when the user wants to view the freeze effect A but wants to omit the freeze effect B, only the release operation B for the freeze effect B may be performed, and the release operation A for the freeze effect A may not be performed. In such a configuration, the type of freeze effect is different between a case where the freeze effect is performed with the VB mode winning as a trigger and a case where the freeze effect is performed with the BB winning as a trigger. It is considered to be effective for a configuration in which a difference easily occurs.

<Modification 3>
In the present modified example, the method of releasing the set freeze effect is different from that of the first embodiment. In the first embodiment, when the specific reach is stopped, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled. However, in this modified example, the effect in which the BB winning or the carryover state of the BB winning is determined is displayed as an auxiliary display. When executed by the unit 65, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled. Such an effect may be a notification of a BB winning or a premium effect.

  In such a configuration, for example, when the first BB and the second BB are won in the lottery process (FIG. 16), each time a predetermined opportunity is established after the winning game (for example, each time the game is started by operating the start lever 41). Then, the lottery for the execution of the above-mentioned fixed effect is performed. The execution lottery is performed, for example, up to a game immediately before the specific game in which the freeze effect is executed. Then, when the winning is performed in the lottery process of the fixed effect, the execution setting is performed so that the fixed effect is executed at a predetermined timing of the game that has won the execution lottery.

  At this time, if the winning has been won in the execution of the freeze effect executed in the BB winning game (FIG. 74) and the execution of the freeze effect has been set, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled (but the third effect is not performed). Excluding freeze effects). In other words, in the present modified example, the set freeze effect is not executed when the winning effect for the fixed effect is won even if the winning effect for the freezing effect is won.

  After that, a command including information indicating that the fixed effect should be executed and the execution timing is set, and transmitted to the display control device 81. The display control device 81 controls the auxiliary display unit 65 to execute a fixed effect based on the received command.

  As described above, in the present modification, an effect (notification) in which the player can recognize that the player is in the BB winning state or the carry-over state is executed, and the player internally selects the BB by watching the effect. You can understand that. Then, in the present configuration, the release condition is satisfied by executing such an effect, and the execution of the freeze effect is released. Therefore, similarly to the first embodiment, the freeze effect is executed in a situation where the player recognizes the bonus winning, and it is possible to suppress annoying feeling.

  In the above-described configuration, the freeze effect is released when the winning in the lottery of the fixed effect is performed. However, the freeze effect may be canceled by performing a setting process for executing the fixed effect. , The freeze effect may be canceled when the execution is performed. In addition, although the BB winning has been described as an example, the configuration of this example can be adopted for the winning in the VB mode.

  Further, in the above configuration, the effect is such that the BB winning or the carry-over state is determined, but the effect may indicate the BB winning or the carry-over state. That is, when an effect in which the player can predict the BB winning or the carry-over state is executed, the execution of the freeze effect may be canceled.

  Further, in the above configuration, the fixed effect is performed by the auxiliary display unit 65, but may be performed by a sound effect from the speaker 64 or a light emitting effect by the lamp 63. The effect may be performed using both the reels 32L, 32M, 32R, the auxiliary display unit 65, and the like. In such a configuration, when a predetermined chance stops at each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R, a specific effect is executed on the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like, and BB is performed during the effect. It is conceivable that a notification is made as to whether or not the winning or the carry-over state has occurred.

<Modification 4>
The present modified example is different from the first embodiment in that, when the release condition is satisfied, the set freeze effect is changed to another effect.

  In this modification, when the specific reach is stopped after the execution of the freeze effect is set, the freeze operation is performed in the specific game in which the effect was scheduled to be executed while the set freeze effect was not executed. A change process is performed so as to execute a short freeze effect in which the effect period (execution period) is shorter than the effect. That is, when the set condition for canceling the freeze effect is satisfied, the period of the freeze effect executed in the specific game is shortened.

  For example, if the configuration is such that the execution of the freeze effect itself is stopped when the specific reach is stopped, a player who accidentally stops the specific reach will not be able to see the freeze effect. In this regard, in this configuration, in place of the initially set freeze effect (the first freeze effect or the second freeze effect), another freeze effect (short freeze effect) having a shorter effect period is executed. ing. In this case, even for a player who does not want a freeze effect, the time during which the effect is restricted is shorter than when the initial effect is performed, so that the trouble is reduced. That is, according to the present configuration, it is possible to watch a freeze effect even if a player who does not intend to cancel the freeze effect accidentally stops a specific reach while considering a player who does not want the freeze effect. It can be configured.

  Note that, instead of the short freeze effect, the effect may be changed to an effect performed on the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like (an image effect in which the player can grasp or predict the BB winning or the carry-over state). The effect performed on the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like can be terminated halfway by the player's intention such as betting a medal, and therefore, the effect period need not necessarily be shorter than the initially set freeze effect. Absent. According to this configuration, in the player who does not want the freeze effect, the execution of the freeze effect can be avoided as in the first embodiment, and the player who unintentionally stops the specific reach can be used. Will not be able to see the freeze effect, but will be able to see the fixed effect instead.

<Modification 5>
In the present modified example, the method of releasing the set freeze effect is different from that of the first embodiment.

  In the first embodiment, when a specific reach is stopped, the execution of the freeze effect is uniformly canceled. However, in the present modified example, after the execution of the freeze effect is set (the BB is won). ) It is configured to switch the release or non-release depending on the number of games until the specific reach stops. Specifically, when the execution of the freeze effect is set in the BB winning process (FIG. 74), the game until the specific reach is stopped is performed in the same manner as steps S3802 to S3808 of the first modification. Count the number.

  If the counted number of games is equal to or less than a predetermined number of games (for example, two games), there is some opportunity (for example, a stop of a reach other than the specific reach, or a bonus such as a strong cherry or a strong watermelon). After detecting or predicting the execution of the freeze effect by winning of the overlapping role), it is presumed that the player has intentionally performed the release operation, and the execution of the freeze effect is canceled. On the other hand, when the counted number of games is larger than the predetermined game, it is presumed that the player has unintentionally stopped the specific reach, and the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled.

  As described above, according to the present configuration, the timing at which the specific reach is stopped (timing of the release condition being satisfied) is grasped, and based on the result, it is switched whether or not to release the execution of the freeze effect. With this, it is possible to perform the above-described cancellation after determining whether or not the establishment of the cancellation condition is based on the intention of the player, and it is possible to suppress the occurrence of unintentional cancellation for the player. .

  In the above configuration, the number of games is counted. However, after the execution of the freeze effect is set (after the BB is won) and the specific reach is stopped, the freeze effect is set in accordance with the time (period). It may be configured to switch whether to cancel the execution. In this case, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled when the measured time is shorter than the predetermined time, and the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled when the measured time exceeds the predetermined time.

<Second embodiment>
This embodiment is different from the first embodiment in the operation for canceling the execution of the freeze effect.

  In the first embodiment, the execution of the set freeze effect is canceled (disabled) by stopping the specific reach after the execution of the freeze effect is set. In this case, the execution of the freeze effect may be canceled not only when the reach is stopped for the purpose of canceling the freeze effect but also when the reach is stopped for the purpose of detecting the BB winning. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the configuration is devised in order to suppress unintentional release for the player. Hereinafter, the configuration of the present embodiment will be described in detail.

  FIG. 84A is a flowchart illustrating a reel control process (a process executed by the CPU 102 of the main control device 101) according to the present embodiment. The processing in steps S4001 and S4002 in FIG. 84A is executed instead of step S414 in the reel control processing in FIG.

  After executing the payout determination processing in step S413, the reach eye determination processing is performed in step S4001. Here, the reach eye determination processing in step S4001 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In the reach eye determination process, first, in step S4101, it is determined whether or not any freeze flag is set (whether or not execution of a freeze effect is set). If an affirmative determination is made, the process proceeds to step S4102. Then, it is determined whether or not the value of the freeze counter is greater than 0 (whether or not the freeze effect has not been executed). If the value of the freeze counter is larger than 0, it is determined in step S4103 whether or not the reach eye is stopped.

  In step S4103, unlike step S3503 (reach eye stop determination processing) in FIG. 78, it is determined whether any of the reach eyes is stopped regardless of the type of reach eye. In this embodiment, the reach switch does not always stop regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44, and the reach switch may not stop depending on the operation timing. That is, the reach may be stopped only when operated at the timing when the reach is stopped, regardless of the type.

  When an affirmative determination is made in step S4103 (when the reach is stopped), it is determined in step S4104 whether the first freeze flag or the second freeze flag is set. If the reach is not stopped, it is determined in step S4105 whether or not the winning of the eleventh replay (special replay functioning as a reach corresponding to the VB mode winning in the attack mode) has been won. judge. If a negative determination is made in step S4101, step S4102, step S4104, or step S4105, the reach-eye determination processing ends.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S4104 or step S4105, a reach eye stop flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106 in step S4106. The reach stop flag is a flag indicating that the reach has stopped. In a succeeding step S4107, the reach eye stop command is set as an output command to the display control device 81, and thereafter, the reach eye determination processing ends. The reach eye stop command is a command for notifying that the reach eye has stopped. The display control device 81 can recognize that the reach eye has stopped by receiving the reach eye stop command.

  Returning to the description of FIG. 84 (a), after executing the reach eye determination processing in step S4001, the freeze release processing is executed in step S4002, and then the winning result corresponding processing in step S414 (FIG. 78) is executed. I do. The freeze release processing will be described later in detail.

  Next, a timer interrupt process (a process executed by the CPU 102 of the main control device 101) according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to a flowchart of FIG. The processing in step S4201 in FIG. 85A is executed between the processing in step S108 and the processing in step S109 in the timer interrupt processing in FIG.

  After executing step S108 (timer subtraction processing), in step S4201, a settlement switch corresponding process for determining whether or not the settlement switch 59 has been operated is executed. After the execution of the process, the process of step S109 (the process of outputting the count result such as the number of bets to the external concentrated terminal board 121) is executed.

  Here, the settlement switch corresponding processing in step S4201 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. 85 (b). In this process, first, in step S4301, it is determined whether or not the payment switch 59 is operated based on the detection signal of the payment detection sensor 59a (FIG. 12). If it is determined that the settlement switch 59 has been operated, it is determined in step S4302 whether or not the game is being executed. When at least one of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is rotating (when the start operation is performed by the start lever 41 and before the final stop operation is performed), the game is stopped. Is being executed, in this case, in step S4303, it is determined whether or not the reach stop flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106.

  The reach stop flag is set when the reach effect is stopped before execution of the freeze effect after the execution of the freeze effect is set. Therefore, when the affirmative determination is made in step S4303, It means that the settlement switch 59 has been operated after the eye stop. In this case, the flow advances to step S4304 to set a release operation flag in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. The release operation flag indicates that an operation for releasing (invalidating) the execution of the freeze effect has been performed. That is, the present embodiment has a configuration in which the execution of the freeze effect is canceled (disabled) by operating the settlement switch 59 after the stop of the reach. After execution of step S4304, or if a negative determination is made in steps S4301 and S4303, the settlement switch corresponding process ends.

  On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S4305 (if the game is not running), it means that the settlement switch 59 was operated during a period in which the game is not running. In this case, in step S4305, The medal return flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d, and thereafter, the settlement switch corresponding process is terminated. The medal return flag indicates that a medal return process should be performed. If the flag is set, it is determined in the sensor monitoring process of step S107 (FIG. 12) that the settlement operation has been performed (the settlement switch 59 has been operated for the purpose of settlement), and the credited virtual A medal return process for paying out the same number of medals as medals is executed. The medal return flag is cleared when the medal return process ends.

  Note that the medal return process is performed in a state where none of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is rotating (a state in which the game is not started by operating the start lever 41) regardless of whether or not a medal is bet. If the settlement switch 59 is operated, the operation is executed. At that time, if medals are bet, the number of medals corresponding to both the bet and the credit is paid out. When the replay is established, if the settlement switch 59 is operated before the start of the next game, a medal return process is executed. At that time, the bet amount based on the establishment of the replay is not paid out, but only the medals corresponding to the credit amount are paid out.

  Next, the freeze release processing in step S4002 (FIG. 84 (a)) will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In the freeze release processing, first, the processing of steps S4401 and S4402 is executed. These processes are the same as steps S4101 and S4102. If an affirmative determination is made in step S4402, the flow advances to step S4403 to determine whether the release operation flag has been set. If the release operation flag is set, the set reach stop flag and the release operation flag are cleared in step S4404, and then the set freeze flag and freeze counter FC are set in step S4405. Clear When the freeze flag is cleared in this manner, a negative determination is made in step S3401 in the rotation effect processing (FIG. 76), and the freeze effect is not executed. That is, the execution of the set freeze effect is canceled.

  In a succeeding step S4406, a freeze release command is set as an output target to the display control device 81. Note that, in the present embodiment, as in the first embodiment, the notification corresponding to the cancellation of the execution of the freeze effect is not executed. Also, even when the execution of the freeze effect is set, the notification corresponding to the setting is not executed. After execution of step S4406, or when a negative determination is made in steps S4401 and S4403, the freeze release processing ends.

  On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S4402 (if the value of the freeze counter FC is 0), that is, if the game is a freeze effect execution game, the process advances to step S4407 to determine whether the reach stop flag has been set. Is determined. In the case of making an affirmative determination in this step, the execution of the freeze effect is set, the reach is stopped before the execution of the freeze effect, and then the value of the freeze counter FC is maintained without operating the settlement switch 59. Is 0 (the specific game has been reached). If an affirmative determination is made in step S4407, the reach eye stop flag is cleared in step S4408. That is, the freeze flag and the freeze counter FC are not cleared, and only the reach stop flag is cleared. After execution of step S4408 or when a negative determination is made in step S4407, the freeze release processing ends.

<Flow of games related to freeze production>
Next, the flow of a game related to a freeze effect will be described with reference to FIG. Here, a case will be described as an example where execution of a freeze effect is set along with BB winning. The description of the same parts as those in the first embodiment will be appropriately simplified or omitted.

  As shown in FIG. 87 (a), when a BB is won in a certain game, execution of a freeze effect is set with a predetermined probability. The setting in this case is not the execution of the freeze effect in the game in which the BB has been won, but the execution of the freeze effect in the specific game after a predetermined number of games from the game.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 87 (b), the player stops the reach in the game before the specific game, and thereafter, as shown in FIG. 87 (c), the game immediately before the specific game ends. If the settlement switch 59 is operated before the execution of the freeze effect in the specific game is canceled.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 87 (d), if the settlement switch 59 is not operated until the end of the immediately preceding game, the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled, and the freeze effect is executed in the specific game. Is done. In this case, the freeze effect is performed in accordance with the final game of the continuous effect (FIG. 68) as described in the first embodiment. Note that the settlement switch 59 is operated when the settlement switch 59 is operated without the previous stop of the reach, or during a period in which the game is not being executed (the period during which the settlement process is performed) even if the stop of the previous reach is performed. Also in this case, the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled, and the freeze effect is executed in the specific game.

  According to the present embodiment described in detail above, the following excellent effects can be obtained.

  After the execution of the freeze effect is set, when the reach is stopped and the settlement switch 59 is operated, the execution of the set freeze effect is canceled. In this case, since the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled simply by stopping the reach eyes, the inconvenience that the execution of the freeze effect is canceled as a result of the player performing the stop operation for the purpose of detecting the BB winning may occur. Can be suppressed.

  Further, according to the present embodiment, the player can detect whether the BB has been won due to the stop of the reach eyes and select again whether or not to execute the freeze effect. For this reason, for example, in a player who has noticed the BB winning and is less interested in the freeze effect, and does not want to execute the freeze effect, pressing the settlement switch 59 may avoid the execution of the freeze effect. it can. On the other hand, a player who has a high interest in the freeze effect and still wants to view the freeze effect even if he or she senses the BB winning can execute the freeze effect by not pressing the settlement switch 59.

  In addition, in the present embodiment, the stop of the reach eye and the freeze effect are not alternatives, and both of them can be executed. Therefore, it is possible to flexibly respond to a player's request to see both.

  The operation of the freeze effect is canceled by the operation of the settlement switch 59 during the execution of the game, and the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled even if the settlement switch 59 is operated during a period in which the game is not executed.

  For example, when the operation of the settlement switch 59 for canceling the freeze effect is performed during the medal return period, the medal return process is executed. In this case, it is impossible to bet the medals until the return (payout) of the medals is completed, and the game is uselessly interrupted for the player. At this time, not only may the player feel bad, but also the number of digested games per unit time may be reduced, which may be disadvantageous. In this regard, according to this configuration, occurrence of such inconvenience can be suppressed. In other words, by limiting the period of the freeze effect release operation to the period during which the game is being executed (the period during which the medal return process is not performed), it is possible to operate the settlement switch during the game in order to cancel the freeze effect. It is expected that the recognition of "necessary" will spread among players. As a result, it is expected that the number of operations of the settlement switch 59 for the purpose of releasing the freeze during the medal return validity period is reduced, and it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a medal return process that is unwilling to the player. Become.

  Further, according to the present configuration, the period of the operation of releasing the freeze effect and the valid period of the medal return are separated from each other, so that it is possible to avoid the overlapping execution of the release process of the freeze effect and the medal return process. As a result, it is possible to suppress an increase in the processing load of main controller 101.

<Modification 1>
This modified example is different from the second embodiment in that a method of releasing a freeze effect is notified.

  FIG. 88 is a flowchart showing the effect setting process (the process executed by CPU 181 of display control device 81) according to the present embodiment. The processing in steps S4601 to S4607 in FIG. 88 is performed when a negative determination is made in step S2009 in the effect setting processing in FIG. 51 or after execution of step S2010.

  If a negative determination is made in step S2009 (when the command received from the main control device 101 does not include the all-stop command) or after the process of step S2010 (all-stop effect setting process), the process proceeds to step S4601. Then, it is determined whether or not the command received from the main control device 101 includes the reach stop command (step S4107 in FIG. 84). When the reach stop command is included, it means that the reach has been stopped before the execution of the freeze effect after the execution of the freeze effect is set. In this case, the process proceeds to step S4602, and the next step is performed. It is determined whether or not the game is a specific game in which a freeze effect is to be executed, in other words, whether or not the current game is a game immediately before the specific game. This determination is made, for example, by counting the number of remaining games up to the specific game grasped based on the precursor command or freeze stock command transmitted from the main control device 101 each time the game is executed by the display control device 81, and This is performed by referring to the count result.

  If the current game is not the game immediately before the specific game, the process advances to step S4603 to set the first notification to be executed in the next game. The first notification is a notification for a release operation for teaching that the execution of the freeze effect can be canceled and a method of canceling the freeze effect. For example, as shown in FIG. Press to release freeze stock ". As a result, even if the player does not know that the freeze effect can be canceled or how to cancel the freeze effect, the freeze effect can be easily canceled. In step S4603, the first notification is set to be executed for a predetermined period (for example, one game) from the next game.

  After execution of step S4603, if a negative determination is made in step S4601 or an affirmative determination is made in step S4602, the process proceeds to step S4604. It should be noted that the reason why the first notification is not executed when the affirmative determination is made in step S4602 (when the next game is a specific game) is that the operation of the settlement switch 59 when the game is not being executed is not treated as a release operation. (See steps S4302 and S4305 in FIG. 85 (b)). In other words, the reach stop command is a command transmitted at the end of the game in which the reach has been stopped. Therefore, if an affirmative determination is made in step S4602, the reach is stopped in the immediately preceding game, and this is determined by the reach stop command. This is the case when the notice is given at the end of the immediately preceding game (after the end). In this case, the player can execute the release operation during the game pause period until the specific game is started. However, as described above, the operation when the game is not being executed is not the release operation. Even if the notification is performed and the operation of the settlement switch 59 is prompted, the inconvenience that the freeze effect is not released even though the release operation is performed according to the notification is caused. Therefore, the first notification is not executed when the reach is stopped in the immediately preceding game, so that the occurrence of the inconvenience can be suppressed.

  In step S4604, it is determined whether or not the command received from main controller 101 includes a freeze release command (step S4406 in FIG. 86). When the freeze release command is included, it means that the freeze effect release operation has been performed. In this case, it is determined in step S4605 whether the first notification is being executed. If the first notification is being executed, end setting is performed to end the execution of the first notification in step S4606.

  After executing Step S4606 or making a negative determination in Step S4605 (when the release operation is performed after the end of the execution period of the first notification), it is set so that the second notification is executed in Step S4607. The second notification is a notification that the freeze effect has been released (the release operation has been received). When the execution of the notification is set, for example, as shown in FIG. In the section 65 or the like, a character display such as "freeze stock has been released" is displayed. Thereby, the player can clearly know that the execution of the freeze effect has been canceled. Note that, unlike the first notification, the second notification is set to be executed in the game in which the release operation is performed, and more specifically, set to be executed immediately after the release operation is performed.

  After execution of step S4607, the process proceeds to step S2011, and other processing is executed. In step S2011, setting of an effect (for example, an effect based on the operation of the settlement switch 59) based on a command from the main control device 101 other than at the time of betting, starting, and stopping, and connection without the intervention of the main control device 101 The setting of the effect based on the signal from the performed sensor (the effect switch detection sensor or the like), the setting for error notification, and the like are performed.

  As described above, in the present modification, since the configuration in which the freeze effect cancellation method is taught to the player, the player cannot cancel the freeze effect without knowing the operation method, or may perform another operation by mistake. It is possible to suppress the occurrence of the inconvenience of rolling. Further, by performing the teaching when the reach eye is stopped, a configuration in which the release method is taught in a period in which the release operation is possible can be achieved. In other words, it becomes possible for the player to know the release method at a timing when he or she wants to know the release method, which is convenient for the player.

  In the above configuration, the first notification (the notification for the release operation) is executed in the game following the game in which the reach eye is stopped. However, the first notification may be executed in a game later than that. May be executed in a period during which the freeze effect can be canceled, that is, before the execution timing of the freeze effect.

<Modification 2>
In the present modification, the notification mode of the method of releasing the freeze effect is different from that of the first modification. In the above-described first modification, the player can be instructed on the cancellation method by executing the first notification, but on the other hand, it also functions as a prior notification that the freeze effect is to be performed, and the player is surprised. There is a concern that the appeal of the freeze production of inviting may be impaired.

  Thus, in the present modification, the first notification is configured to be performed not only when the reach eye is stopped but also in a situation where execution of the freeze effect is not set. Specifically, in a situation where the execution of the freeze effect is not set, a lottery is performed to determine whether or not to execute the first notification, and when the result of the lottery is a winning result, the first notification is performed. It is configured to execute.

  According to such a configuration, since the first notification is executed even during the usual game, the execution of the freeze effect is not uniquely determined by the execution of the first notification. Accordingly, even when the first notification is executed when the reach is stopped (when the execution of the freeze effect is set), it is possible to suppress the notification from being the advance notification of the execution of the freeze effect. That is, according to the present modification, it is possible to appropriately notify the player of a method of canceling the freeze effect, while suppressing a decrease in the effect of the freeze effect.

  The mode of the first notification in the present modification is not particularly limited, for example, the same as in the case of the first modification. However, the execution frequency of the first notification is increased as a whole as compared with the case of the first modification, and the player may feel troublesome. In view of this point, it is preferable that the display size is made inconspicuous, for example, by reducing the display size (for example, teaching the canceling method by telop display). Thereby, it is possible to suppress the first notification from becoming cumbersome or to reduce the cumbersomeness.

  In addition, the first notification in a situation where the execution of the freeze effect is set and the first notification in a situation where the execution of the freeze effect is not set are performed in such a manner that the player shares both of the notification modes. It is preferable to make the configuration indistinguishable. With such a configuration, it is avoided that the execution of the freeze effect can be detected from the difference in the notification mode, and the first notification when the execution of the freeze effect is set functions as the advance notification of the freeze effect. Inconvenience can be further suppressed.

  Note that the configuration may be such that the first notification is not executed in a situation where the execution of the freeze effect is set, and the first notification is executed only when the execution of the freeze effect is not set. According to this, the first notification does not lead to the execution of the freeze effect. That is, even with this configuration, it is possible to suppress the first notification from being a prior notification of the execution of the freeze effect.

<Modification 3>
In this modification, the execution mode of the first notification is different from that of the second embodiment or each of the modifications thereof.

  For example, when the operation of the settlement switch 59 for canceling the freeze effect is performed during the medal return period, the medal return process is executed. In this case, it is impossible to bet the medals until the return (payout) of the medals is completed, and the game is uselessly interrupted for the player. At this time, not only may the player feel bad, but also the number of digested games per unit time may be reduced, which may be disadvantageous.

  Therefore, in this modification, at least during the period in which the medal return process is executed when the settlement switch 59 is operated, the first notification (character display such as "You can release the frozen stock by pressing the settlement switch") is displayed. ) Is not executed. For example, when the predetermined period in which the first notification is executed is a period of one game before the specific game in which the freeze effect is executed, a standby period (game pause period) immediately before the start of the game, The first notification is not executed for a standby period from the end of the game to the start of the next game.

  With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the operation of the settlement switch 59 for the purpose of canceling the freeze effect during the period in which the medal return process is performed when the settlement switch 59 is operated. It is also assumed that the player reflexively operates the settlement switch 59 according to the first notification, but even if such an operation is performed, the medal return process based on the operation is executed. Can be suppressed. In other words, according to this configuration, it is possible to suppress occurrence of a medal return process that is unwilling to the player due to the first notification, and to inconvenience the player's mood or reduce the time efficiency of the game. Can be suitably suppressed.

  If the predetermined period during which the first notification is executed is set to two or more games, the first notification is temporarily executed during the standby period between the game in which the execution of the first notification is started and the next game. The first notification may be restarted after the next game is started.

  Further, in the second modification, the first notification is also performed when the execution of the freeze effect is not set, but in this case as well, when the settlement switch 59 is operated, the medal return process is performed ( During the waiting period between games), the first notification may not be executed. This is because it is possible to prevent the player from operating the payment switch 59 in response to the first notification and performing unnecessary medal return processing.

<Modification 4>
In the present modification, the period in which the execution of the freeze effect can be canceled by operating the settlement switch 59 is different from that of the second embodiment.

  In the second embodiment, even if the settlement switch 59 is pressed during a period in which the game is not running, the execution of the set freeze effect is not canceled. Regardless of whether or not the freeze effect is set, if the settlement switch 59 is operated in a situation where the execution of the freeze effect is set, the execution of the freeze effect is always canceled. In this case, the period during which the freeze effect can be canceled can be not limited, but if the settlement switch 59 is operated during a period in which the game is not running, not only the freeze effect is canceled but also a medal return process is executed. Become like In this case, it becomes impossible to bet the medals until the return (payout) of the medals is completed, and the start of the next game is greatly delayed for the player.

  Therefore, in this modified example, as in Modified Example 3, at least during the period in which the medal return process is performed when the settlement switch 59 is operated, the first notification (“When the settlement switch is pressed, the freeze stock is released. Character display such as "can be canceled") is not executed. For example, when the predetermined period in which the first notification is executed is a period of one game before the specific game in which the freeze effect is executed, a standby period (game pause period) immediately before the start of the game, The first notification is not executed for a standby period from the end of the game to the start of the next game.

  That is, in the present configuration, the first notification that prompts the operation of the settlement switch 59 is always executed only during a period in which the medal return process is not executed while the freeze effect can be canceled by operating the settlement switch 59 at all times. And Thus, during the period in which the medal return process is performed when the settlement switch 59 is operated, the operation of the settlement switch 59 for the purpose of canceling the freeze effect can be suppressed.

<Third embodiment>
This embodiment is different from the above embodiments in that a freeze effect can be executed even when a freeze effect release operation is performed.

  In the first embodiment, the execution of the set freeze effect is canceled (disabled) by stopping the specific reach after the execution of the freeze effect is set. In this case, since the winning of the BB or VB mode can be grasped based on the stop of the reach eyes and the execution of the freeze effect is canceled at the same time, the player who does not want to execute the freeze effect is required to cancel the freeze effect. No separate operation is required, which is convenient. However, even if a player who does not want to release the freeze effect accidentally stops a particular reach (in the case where the release operation is performed unintentionally), the execution of the freeze effect is immediately canceled. You. That is, an event may occur in which the execution of the freeze effect is canceled even though the player has no intention of canceling. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the configuration is devised so as to suppress unintentional release for the player without impairing the convenience for the player who does not want to execute the freeze effect. Hereinafter, the configuration of the present embodiment will be described in detail.

  FIG. 90A is a flowchart illustrating a reel control process (a process executed by the CPU 102 of the main control device 101) according to the present embodiment. The processing in steps S5001 and S5002 in FIG. 90A is executed instead of the freeze release processing in step S414 in the reel control processing in FIG.

  After executing the payout determination processing in step S413, freeze release processing is performed in step S5001. Here, the freeze release processing in step S5001 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In the freeze release processing, first, the processing of steps S5101 to S5105 is executed. These processes are the same as the processes of steps S3501 to S3504 and step S3507 in the freeze release process of FIG. The process of steps S5101 to S5105 will be briefly described. In step S5101, it is determined whether or not any freeze flag is set (whether or not execution of a freeze effect is set). In step S5102, it is determined whether the value of the freeze counter is greater than 0 (whether the freeze effect has not been executed). If the value of the freeze counter is greater than 0, it is determined in step S5103 whether or not the reach eye has stopped. The processing in this case is to determine whether or not a specific reach (reach A or reach B) is stopped, as in the case of the first embodiment. If an affirmative determination is made in step S5103 (if the specific reach is stopped), it is determined in step S5104 whether the first freeze flag or the second freeze flag is set. If the specific reach has not stopped, whether or not the winning of the eleventh replay (special replay functioning as a reach corresponding to the VB mode winning in the attack mode) has been won in step S5105. Is determined. If a negative determination is made in step S5101, step S5102, step S5104, and step S5105, the freeze release processing ends.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S5104 or step S5105, a freeze release flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106 in step S5106. The freeze release flag is a flag indicating that a freeze effect release operation has been performed. That is, in the present embodiment, as in the case of the first embodiment, stopping a specific reach is a release operation of the freeze effect.

  In a succeeding step S5107, the release operation command is set as an output command to the display control device 81, and thereafter, the freeze release processing ends. The release operation command is a command for notifying that the freeze effect release operation has been performed, and the display control device 81 receives the release operation command to notify that the freeze effect release operation has been performed. You can figure out.

  Returning to the description of FIG. 90 (a), after executing the freeze release processing of step S5001, execute the freeze return processing in step S5002, and then execute the winning result corresponding processing of step S414 (FIG. 78). I do. The freeze release processing will be described later in detail.

  Next, a timer interrupt process (a process executed by the CPU 102 of the main control device 101) according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to a flowchart of FIG. The processing in step S5201 in FIG. 91A is executed between the processing in step S108 and the processing in step S109 in the timer interrupt processing in FIG.

  After executing step S108 (timer subtraction processing), in step S5201, a settlement switch corresponding process for determining whether or not the settlement switch 59 has been operated is executed. After the execution of the process, the process of step S109 (the process of outputting the count result such as the number of bets to the external concentrated terminal board 121) is executed.

  Here, the settlement switch corresponding processing in step S5201 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. In this process, first, in step S5301, it is determined whether or not the payment switch 59 is operated based on the detection signal of the payment detection sensor 59a (FIG. 12). If it is determined that the settlement switch 59 has been operated, it is determined in step S5302 whether or not the game is being executed. If it is determined that the game is running, it is determined in step S5303 whether a freeze release flag is set in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106.

  The freeze release flag is set when the freeze effect is set and the release operation is performed before the execution of the freeze effect after the execution of the freeze effect. This means that a specific reach has stopped after the execution of the effect has been set. In this case, the flow advances to step S5304 to set a return operation flag in the various flag storage area 106d of the RAM 106. The return operation flag indicates that an operation for returning the execution of the released freeze effect, that is, an operation for canceling the release operation, has been performed. After execution of step S5304, or when a negative determination is made in steps S5301 and S5303, the settlement switch corresponding process ends.

  On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S5302, it means that the settlement switch 59 was operated during a period when the game is not being executed. In this case, in step S5305, the medals are stored in the various flag storage areas 106d. The return flag is set, and then the settlement switch corresponding processing is terminated. The medal return flag indicates that a medal return process should be performed. If the flag is set, it is determined in the sensor monitoring process of step S107 (FIG. 12) that the settlement operation has been performed (the settlement switch 59 has been operated for the purpose of settlement), and the credited virtual A medal return process for paying out the same number of medals as medals is executed. The medal return flag is cleared when the medal return process ends.

  Next, the freeze return process in step S5002 (FIG. 90A) will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.

  In the freeze return process, first, in step S5401, it is determined whether the freeze release flag (step S5106 in FIG. 90B) is set. If the freeze release flag has been set, the flow advances to step S5402 to determine whether or not the return operation flag (step S5304 in FIG. 91B) has been set. If the return operation flag has been set, the set release operation flag and return operation flag are cleared in step S5403. In a succeeding step S5404, a return operation command is set as an output command to the display control device 81, and thereafter, the freeze return processing ends. The return operation command is a command for notifying that the return operation of the released freeze effect, that is, the cancel operation of the release of the freeze effect has been performed, and the display control device 81 receives the return operation command. Thus, it is possible to know that the freeze effect is performed. After execution of step S5404 or when a negative determination is made in step S5401, the freeze recovery processing ends.

  On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S5402 (if the freeze release operation flag is set and the return operation flag is not set), the flow advances to step S5405 to determine whether the value of the freeze counter FC is 1 or not. Is determined. Since the freeze counter FC corresponds to the number of remaining games up to the specific game (the game in which the freeze effect is executed), this step determines whether or not the current game is substantially the game immediately before the specific game. Becomes

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S5405, the set freeze flag and freeze counter FC are cleared in step S5406. When the freeze flag is cleared in this manner, a negative determination is made in step S3401 in the rotation effect processing (FIG. 76), and the freeze effect is not executed. That is, the execution of the set freeze effect is canceled.

  In a succeeding step S5407, a freeze release command is set as an output target to the display control device 81. The freeze release command indicates that the execution of the freeze effect has been released, and the display control device 81 can recognize that the execution of the freeze effect has been released by receiving the freeze release command. . After execution of step S5407 or when a negative determination is made in step S5405, the freeze recovery processing ends.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, if the return operation is not performed by the immediately preceding game after the release operation of the freeze effect is performed, the execution of the freeze effect is released in the immediately preceding game (see FIG. 92 ( b)). That is, the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled immediately after the release operation is performed, but the execution of the freeze effect is canceled after the elapse of a period during which the return operation is possible. On the other hand, if the return operation is performed by the immediately preceding game after the freeze effect release operation is performed, the freeze effect is executed in the specific game as originally set without releasing the freeze effect (FIG. 92 ( c)). In other words, no special processing for returning the freeze effect is performed, and the control is performed so that the freeze effect is executed with the initial settings.

  In the above configuration, the period during which the return operation can be performed is set to be up to the immediately preceding game. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The period can be set to an arbitrary period, for example, until it is done. Incidentally, in a configuration in which the freeze effect is performed in the middle of the specific game, the period immediately before the execution timing of the freeze effect in the specific game may be set as the effective period of the return operation.

  Next, the effect setting process (the process executed by the CPU 181 of the display control device 81) according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG. The processing in steps S5501 to S5506 in FIG. 93 is performed when a negative determination is made in step S2009 in the effect setting processing in FIG. 51 or after execution of step S2010.

  When a negative determination is made in step S2009 (when the command received from the main control device 101 does not include the all-stop command) or after the process of step S2010 (all-stop effect setting process), the process proceeds to step S5501. Then, it is determined whether or not the command received from main controller 101 includes the release operation command (step S5107 in FIG. 90).

  When the release operation command is included, it means that the release operation has been performed before the execution of the freeze effect after the execution of the freeze effect is set. In this case, the process proceeds to step S5502, and the release notification is performed. Set to execute. The release notification is a notification for teaching that the freeze effect has been released and a method of canceling the freeze effect (a method of canceling the release). When the execution of the notification is set, for example, a character display such as “The freeze stock has been released. If you want to cancel the freeze release, press the checkout switch” is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. This allows the player to know that the execution of the freeze effect has been canceled regardless of whether or not the intentional canceling operation has been performed, and further to know the canceling method.

  In step S5502, the release notification is set to be executed for a predetermined period (for example, one game). Note that the release notification (the notification prompting the operation of the settlement switch 59) is issued at least during the period in which the medal return process is performed when the settlement switch 59 is operated, as in the third modification of the second embodiment. Should not be executed.

  After execution of step S5502 or when a negative determination is made in step S5501, the process advances to step S5503 to determine whether the command received from main controller 101 includes a return operation command (step S5404 in FIG. 92). . If a return operation command is included, it is determined in step S5504 whether release notification is being executed. If the release notification is being executed, an end setting is made to end the execution of the release notification in step S5505.

  After execution of step S5505 or when a negative determination is made in step S5506, a setting is made so that return notification is executed in step S5506. The return notification is to notify that the cancellation of the freeze effect has been cancelled, and when the execution of the notification is set, for example, a character display such as "The freeze cancellation has been canceled" is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. Is performed. After the execution of step S5506, the process advances to step S2011 to execute other processing. In step S2011, setting of an effect (for example, an effect based on the operation of the settlement switch 59) based on a command from the main control device 101 other than at the time of betting, starting, and stopping, and connection without the intervention of the main control device 101 The setting of the effect based on the signal from the performed sensor (the effect switch detection sensor or the like), the setting for error notification, and the like are performed.

<Flow of games related to freeze production>
Next, the flow of a game related to a freeze effect will be described with reference to FIG. Here, a case will be described as an example where execution of a freeze effect is set along with BB winning. The description of the same parts as those in the above embodiments will be simplified or omitted as appropriate.

  As shown in FIG. 94 (a), when a BB is won in a certain game, execution of a freeze effect is set with a predetermined probability. The setting in this case is not the execution of the freeze effect in the game in which the BB has been won, but the execution of the freeze effect in the specific game after a predetermined number of games from the game. In the present embodiment, the notification corresponding to the setting of the execution of the freeze effect is not executed as in the first embodiment.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 94 (b), when the release operation of the freeze effect is performed in the game before the specific game (when the player stops the specific reach), the release notification is given. It is executed, and it is taught that the freeze effect has been canceled and a method of canceling the freeze effect. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 94 (c), if the player operates the settlement switch 59 before the game immediately before the specific game ends, the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled, and the freeze effect is performed in the specific game. Is executed. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 94 (d), if the player does not operate the settlement switch 59 before the end of the immediately preceding game, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled, and the freeze effect is not performed in the specific game. It will not be executed.

  According to the present embodiment described in detail above, the following excellent effects can be obtained.

  After the execution of the freeze effect is set, the specific reach stops, and when the settlement switch 59 is operated before the execution timing of the freeze effect, the set freeze effect is executed and the specific reach is performed. If the payout switch 59 is not operated by the time the freeze effect is executed after the eyes stop, the set freeze effect is not executed.

  According to the above configuration, for a player who does not want to execute the freeze effect, the stop of the specific reach can cancel the execution of the freeze effect. In other words, the time and effort required for the release can be reduced, which is convenient for the player who wants to avoid the freeze effect. On the other hand, regardless of the desire to execute the freeze effect, a player who has accidentally stopped a specific reach can operate the settlement switch 59 to execute the freeze effect. That is, it is possible to cancel the release of the freeze effect. As described above, according to the present configuration, it is possible to rescue a player who has performed an unintentional release operation without impairing the convenience for a player who does not want to execute the freeze effect.

  When the specific reach is stopped (when the release operation is performed), if the settlement switch 59 is not operated by the elapse of the period during which the return operation can be performed, the execution of the set freeze effect is released, If the settlement switch 59 is operated before the return operation is possible, the freeze effect is not canceled.

  For example, if the release operation is performed once, the freeze effect release process is executed once, and then the release process is invalidated when the return operation is performed. There is a need to. In this regard, in the present configuration, when the return operation is performed after the release operation is performed, neither the release process nor the invalidation process is performed, and it is sufficient to simply maintain the original execution setting. Therefore, the processing load required for the control processing can be significantly reduced. In addition, although the release process is required when the return operation is not performed after the release operation is performed, the invalidation process is not executed itself, so that the configuration for that can be omitted. Therefore, the configuration can be simplified.

  In the configuration in which the freeze effect is temporarily canceled and the cancellation is invalidated by executing the return operation, when the cancellation is invalidated (when the freeze effect is restored), the setting made at the time of winning the BB (the execution timing of the freeze effect) And so on), and a countermeasure is needed for that. In this regard, in the present configuration, when the return operation is performed after the release operation is performed, it is only necessary to execute the freeze effect in accordance with the setting made at the time of winning the BB, so that the above problem does not occur and the configuration is simple. be able to.

<Fourth embodiment>
This embodiment is different from the above embodiments in the execution condition and execution mode of the freeze effect. First, a freeze effect according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

  In the present embodiment, a fifth freeze effect and a sixth freeze effect are set as the freeze effects, and each of these freeze effects is set as a rotation effect performed at the start of rotation of each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. When each freeze effect is executed, if the start operation of the start lever 41 is performed in a state where the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are stopped, first, the normal rotation direction (forward direction, downward direction, circling direction). ) And a predetermined angle in the opposite direction. In the present embodiment, the predetermined angle is an angle at which one symbol is shifted by one frame, more specifically, for example, an angle at which a symbol arranged at the lower stage is shifted so as to be arranged at the middle stage (360 degrees ÷ 21 symbols ≒ 17 degrees) ) Is set as an angle (about 15 degrees) smaller than). Then, after reversely rotating by a predetermined angle, the state of temporarily stopping at that position is maintained for a predetermined period (about 1 sec). As described above, since the predetermined angle is smaller than the angle at which one symbol is shifted by one frame, each symbol is arranged at a position deviated from the active line in the above-described temporary stop state. By doing so, even if the player misses the reverse rotation, the misaligned state can be easily recognized.

  Note that a plurality of types of angles may be provided as the predetermined angles, and the angles that are easily selected may be different depending on the effect. In addition, a plurality of types of periods that are maintained at a predetermined angle may be provided so that the periods that are easily selected differ depending on the effect. Further, the angle and the period may be combined to be applied to the effect, or a configuration may be adopted in which the operation is temporarily stopped at a plurality of types of angles.

  In the fifth freeze effect, after a predetermined period elapses after a reverse rotation by the predetermined angle and a temporary stop, after a further reverse rotation, the display is temporarily stopped in a state where the “red 7” symbols are aligned on a predetermined line. Thereafter, the motor rotates forward and shifts to normal rotation control, and the stop operation of the stop switches 42 to 44 becomes effective. That is, the stop control of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is performed based on the stop operation, and the symbol corresponding to the game result of the current game stops on the active line.

  On the other hand, in the sixth freeze effect, after a predetermined period elapses after a reverse rotation by the predetermined angle and a temporary stop, a normal rotation is performed and a transition is made to normal rotation control. Thereafter, based on the stop operation of the stop switches 42 to 44, the symbol corresponding to the game result of the current game stops on the active line.

  The fifth freeze effect and the sixth freeze effect have different execution conditions (occurrence timings). The execution condition of each freeze effect will be described later in detail.

  Next, control processing of main controller 101 in the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 96 (a) is a flowchart showing a BB winning process, and FIG. 96 (b) is a flowchart showing a first specific role process. In these drawings, only the portions different from the BB winning process in FIG. 74 and the first specific role process in FIG. 33 are shown.

  If an affirmative determination is made in step S3206 (the process of determining whether the number of precursor games is greater than 0) in the BB winning process, the fifth freeze flag is set in the various flag storage areas 106d of the RAM 106 in step S6101. I do. The fifth freeze flag corresponds to the fifth freeze effect in FIG. 95, and the execution of the fifth freeze effect is set by setting the flag.

  That is, similarly to the various freeze effects of the above-described embodiments, the fifth freeze effect is generated by an opportunity corresponding to the winning of the BB role. More specifically, the BB win and the freeze lottery process in step S3207 (FIG. 74) are performed. Executed when winning the execution of the freeze effect. It should be noted that the fifth freeze flag may be set in step S3304 (FIG. 76), and the fifth freeze effect may be executed when the VB is won, without being limited to the case of BB winning.

  After execution of step S6101, the process proceeds to step S3211 (FIG. 74), and a freeze counter FC is set in various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106. The freeze counter FC is used to determine the number of games to be played from when the BB is won to the time when the freeze effect is executed, in other words, how many games after the BB is won, the number of games after which the freeze effect is executed.

  Next, the first specific role processing will be described with reference to FIG.

  After the BB winning process in step S814 is performed in the first specific role process, a sixth freeze effect process is performed in step S6201. As shown in FIG. 97, in the sixth freeze effect processing, first, in step S6301, it is determined whether or not a precursor game is being played. In the case where the number of precursor games has already been set in steps S810 to S813 and steps S820 to S823 in FIG. 33 and the elapsed period has elapsed, an affirmative determination is made in step S6301 and the sixth freeze effect processing is performed. finish.

  On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S6301 and the precursor game is not in progress, the process proceeds to step S6302, where a rare role such as strong cherry, weak cherry, strong watermelon, weak watermelon, chance A, chance B, etc. (BB as viewed from the player) It is determined whether or not it has been elected to a single role with the possibility of duplication). This determination is made based on the winning flag set in the winning flag storage area 106a of the RAM 106 in step S308 (FIG. 16).

  If it is determined in step S6302 that the rare combination has been won, a lottery process in the pseudo precursor mode is executed in step S6303. The pseudo omen mode is to make the player feel as if the player has shifted to the omen mode. That is, in the precursor mode, a result (BB winning etc.) advantageous to the player is reported when the number of precursor games is exhausted, whereas in the pseudo precursor mode, it is apparently difficult to distinguish from the precursor mode. At the same time, when the number of pseudo precursory games is exhausted, the mode is terminated without notifying the player of an advantageous result.

  In step S6303, the pseudo sign mode lottery table is obtained from the various table storage areas 105a of the ROM 105, and the lottery counter is obtained from the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106 to determine whether to execute the pseudo sign mode. Perform a lottery. In the pseudo omen mode lottery table, the probability of winning in the pseudo omen mode lottery is set differently depending on the type of rare role that has been won.For example, strong cherries are more simulated than weak cherries. The setting is made so that the probability of winning in the omen mode is increased.

  In step S6304, it is determined whether or not the lottery in the pseudo precursor mode has been won based on the processing result of step S6303. If the game has been won, a lottery process for the number of games in the pseudo precursor mode is performed in step S6305. In this process, one pseudo precursory game number out of a predetermined number of games (for example, 1 to 20 games) is randomly determined by lottery. However, 0 games are not selected in the lottery of the number of pseudo precursor games.

  In the subsequent step S6306, the number of pseudo precursor games determined in step S6305 is input to the pseudo precursor counter provided in the various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106, and the number of pseudo precursor games is set. The pseudo precursor counter is decremented by one in step S1506 of the game number management process (FIG. 46), that is, when all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are stopped, like the precursor counter.

  In a succeeding step S6307, a sixth freeze flag is set in the various flag storage areas 106d of the RAM 106. The sixth freeze flag corresponds to the sixth freeze effect in FIG. 95, and the execution of the sixth freeze effect is set by setting the flag. That is, the sixth freeze effect is generated by an opportunity corresponding to the winning of the rare role, and more specifically, the player is not elected to the BB role but is elected to the rare role, and is elected in the lottery process of the pseudo precursory mode in step S6305. Will be executed if

  In a succeeding step S6308, a freeze counter FC is set in various counter areas 106e of the RAM 106, and thereafter, in a step S6309, a process of setting a freeze stock command as an output target to the display control device 81 is executed. The freeze stock command includes information indicating that the execution of the freeze effect is set in advance, the type of the freeze effect to be executed, and the number of games after which the freeze effect is executed.

  In a succeeding step S6310, a process of setting a pseudo precursor command as an output target to the display control device 81 is executed. The pseudo precursor command includes information on the number of pseudo precursor games. If a negative determination is made in step S6302 or step S6304 after execution of step S6310, the sixth freeze effect processing ends.

  Next, control processing of the display control device 81 (the control device on the sub side) in the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 98 is a flowchart showing the transition trigger combination notification process. In this figure, the same steps as those in the transition triggering role notifying process in FIG. Note that the process of transition trigger notification in FIG. 98 is different from the process of transition trigger notification in FIG. 60 only in that the processes of steps S6401 to S6403 are added.

  The transition trigger combination notification process is executed when it is determined in step S2204 (FIG. 53) that the transition trigger combination has been won. Here, as described above, the transition trigger includes a strong cherry, a weak cherry, a strong watermelon, a weak watermelon, a chance A, a chance B, a middle bell, a strong cherry overlap 1, a weak cherry overlap 1, a strong watermelon overlap 1, and a weak watermelon. Watermelon duplication 1, Chance A duplication 1, Chance B duplication 1, Middle bell duplication 1, Special lip A duplication 1, Special lip A duplication 2, Single first BB, Single second BB are applicable, and are rare in step S6302 (FIG. 97). Role is included.

  As shown in FIG. 98, in the transition trigger combination notification process, if a negative determination is made in the determination process of step S2806 (the process of determining whether or not a bonus has been won), the process proceeds to step S6401 to start receiving the current reception. It is determined whether or not a pseudo precursor command is included as the hour command. If a pseudo precursor command is included, the flow advances to step S6402 to set a pseudo flag in the various flag storage area 183a of the RAM 183, and then ends the transition triggering notification process.

  On the other hand, if a pseudo precursor command is not included, the process advances to step S6403 to determine whether a pseudo flag is set in the various flag storage area 183a of the RAM 183. If the pseudo flag has been set, the transition trigger notification process ends, while if the pseudo flag has not been set, the processes of steps S2807 to S2812 are executed.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the process of shifting to the pseudo precursor mode is performed by the main control device 101, and when the execution of the sixth freeze effect is set, the processing after step S2807 (the pseudo (Transition to the precursor mode) is not executed.

  Next, the continuous effect setting process in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. In FIG. 99, the same steps as those in the continuous effect setting processing in FIG. 61 are denoted by the same step numbers.

  In step S2901, it is determined whether a precursor command is included as the start command received this time. If no precursor command is included, the process advances to step S6501 to determine whether a pseudo precursor command is included as the start command received this time.

  If it is determined in step S2901 that a precursor command is included, or if it is determined in step S6501 that a pseudo precursor command is included, in step S2902, the number of precursor games in the precursor mode included in the precursor command. Alternatively, a process of inputting the number of pseudo precursor games in the pseudo precursor mode included in the pseudo precursor command to the continuous effect counter is performed. Thus, when the number of remaining games in the precursor mode or the pseudo precursor mode corresponds to the start of the continuous production (the remaining four games), the continuous production is started. After performing the processing of step S2902, in step S2903, a continuous effect flag is set.

  If a negative determination is made in step S6501, or after the processing in step S2903 is performed, the flow advances to step S2904 to determine whether the continuous effect flag is set. If the continuous effect flag is set, a process of subtracting 1 from the continuous effect counter is performed in step S2905. Then, in step S2906, it is determined whether or not the continuous effect counter is a number (0 to 3) corresponding to the continuous effect.

  If the continuous effect counter has a number corresponding to the continuous effect, it is determined in step S2907 whether the pseudo flag is set. If the pseudo flag has not been set, the process advances to step S2908 to acquire the sign effect table from the various table storage areas 182a. Then, in step S2909, the effect data of the corresponding continuous effect is specified from the present sign effect table and the continuous effect counter, the corresponding effect data is obtained from the effect data storage area 182b of the ROM 182, and the current continuous effect is obtained. Is performed. If the continuous effect counter is 1 to 3 as the effect data of the continuous effect specified from the present sign effect table, the effect data indicates that the continuous effect is continued until the next game. If it is 0, it is effect data indicating that the current continuous effect ends with success.

  If it is determined in step S2907 that the pseudo flag has been set, the flow advances to step S2910 to acquire a pseudo precursor effect table from the various table storage areas 182a. Then, in step S2911, the effect data of the corresponding continuous effect is specified from the pseudo precursor effect table and the continuous effect counter, the corresponding effect data is obtained from the effect data storage area 182b of the ROM 182, and the current continuous effect is obtained. Is performed. As the effect data of the continuous effect specified from the pseudo precursor sign effect table, if the continuous effect counter is 1 to 3, the effect data indicating that the continuous effect continues until the next game or the effect data indicating that the continuous effect is not continued. If the continuous effect counter is 0, the effect data indicates that the current continuous effect ends with a failure.

  After performing the processing of step S2909 or step S2911, it is determined in step S2912 whether or not the continuous effect counter is 0. If the continuous effect counter is 0, a process of clearing the continuous effect flag and the pseudo flag is performed in step S2913. If the pseudo flag is not set, the state is maintained. When a negative determination is made in step S2904, step S2906, or step S2912, or after performing the processing in step S2913, the continuous effect setting processing ends.

  Next, the all stop effect setting processing in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. The all-stop effect setting process of FIG. 100 differs from the all-stop effect setting process of FIG. 58 only in that the processes of steps S6601 to S6603 are added.

  In step S2617, it is determined whether or not a bonus end command is included as the stop command received this time. If the bonus end command is not included, it is determined in step S6601 whether or not the freeze-release command is included as the currently received stop command. If a freeze release command is included, a bonus notification process for setting a bonus notification effect is executed in step S6602. In the bonus notification effect, for example, the character display “V BONUS” is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 65, and the corresponding sound effect (for example, “bonus”) is controlled to be emitted from the speaker 64.

  In a succeeding step S6603, effect data is set so as to change the effect image in the fourth game. Specifically, as in the above embodiments, the effect data is set so that the victory video is displayed without displaying the video of FIG. After the execution of step S6603 or in the case of a negative determination in step S6601, the process proceeds to step S2619, and an additional stop notification process is performed.

<About the flow of the game>
A flow of a game when a continuous effect is executed will be described. First, a case where the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled will be described with reference to FIG. Here, a case will be described in which four games are set as the number of games in the continuous effect.

  As described above, in the first to third games of the continuous effect, a video in which the main character attacks the enemy character is displayed as shown in FIGS. 101 (a1) and (a2). Then, when the continuous production is executed with the BB winning or the VB winning as an opportunity, a fifth freeze production is performed in the fourth game (final game of the continuous production), and the victory image (a3) Is displayed. By displaying the victory video in this manner, the player can recognize that the player has won an advantageous result (here, BB or VB).

  On the other hand, in the case where the continuous effect is executed with the rare role winning as an opportunity, in the fourth game, the sixth freeze effect is executed, and the defeat image (a4) is displayed. By displaying the video, the technician can recognize that the result has not been won.

  As described above, by performing the freeze effect when notifying the result in the final game of the continuous effect, the continuous effect can be suitably excited. In the fifth freeze effect, drive control is performed so that the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R rotate in the reverse direction by a predetermined angle, and then rotate in the reverse direction to temporarily stop in a state where the "red 7" symbols are aligned. On the other hand, in the sixth freeze effect, drive control is performed such that the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R rotate in the reverse direction by a predetermined angle and then rotate in the forward direction. That is, the operation mode of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R is different between the two freeze effects, and the freeze effect itself is provided with a notification function for notifying whether or not a win is achieved. For this reason, when each freeze effect is executed, the player's interest in which operation mode each reel 32L, 32M, 32R operates is increased, and it is possible to appropriately increase the degree of attention to the freeze effect. Become.

  Next, a case where the execution of the freeze effect is canceled during the continuous effect will be described with reference to FIG. Here, a case will be described in which a BB is won in a certain game and the execution of the fifth freeze effect and the continuous effect is set as an opportunity.

  When the player has stopped the specific reach (reach A or reach B) while the first to third games of the continuous production are being executed (until the game immediately before the fourth game ends) ( In a2), a release process is performed so that the fifth freeze effect is not executed in the fourth game. At the same time, the bonus display effect for notifying the player of the BB winning is executed on the auxiliary display unit 65 (a3). In the effect for bonus notification, a bonus notification image 201 in which characters “V BONUS” are displayed is displayed.

  The bonus notification image 201 is displayed immediately after the specific reach is stopped, that is, in a game in which the specific reach is stopped. Further, when the execution of the bonus notification effect is performed in the middle of the first to third games (for example, when performed in two games), the bonus notification image 202 is displayed also in the subsequent games (a4). However, the bonus notification video 202 has a smaller display size than the initial bonus notification video 201, and is displayed at a predetermined position (for example, a corner) of the display screen of the auxiliary display unit 65 so as to overlap the video of the continuous effect. . Therefore, the player can visually recognize the bonus notification image 202 while visually recognizing the image of the continuous effect performed on the auxiliary display unit 65.

  In the fourth game, the victory image (a5) is displayed without executing the fifth freeze effect. In this case, the victory video is displayed without displaying the video of FIG.

  In the present embodiment, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled when the specific reach is stopped. For this reason, the transition process to the pseudo precursor mode is performed with the rare role winning (non-bonus winning) as an opportunity, and when a continuous effect is executed, the reach, which is the condition for releasing the freeze effect, does not stop. That is, when the execution of the sixth freeze effect is set with the rare role winning (non-bonus winning) as an opportunity, the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled.

  As described above, in a configuration in which a freeze effect is executed not only at the time of winning a bonus but also in a situation of non-winning of a bonus, if a reach effect is stopped before the execution of the freeze effect after a trigger of the freeze effect occurs. Is configured to cancel the execution of the freeze effect (freeze performed when the bonus is won). In other words, at least when the result is desired by the player (bonus winning result), the freeze effect is not executed when it is assumed that the player has sensed the result in advance. For example, while the player is recognizing or predicting the bonus winning from the stop of the reach eye, if the freeze effect is executed in duplicate with the stop of the reach eye, the player may feel troublesome, According to the embodiment, occurrence of such overlapping execution is suppressed. This makes it possible to prevent the player who has recognized the bonus winning in advance or the like from feeling annoying the freeze effect while enlivening the game effect by the freeze effect.

  When the specific reach is stopped (when the execution of the fifth freeze effect is canceled), the effect for bonus notification is executed, and the player is notified internally that the bonus has been won. In this case, for example, even when the player does not know the reach eyes or does not notice the stop of the reach eyes, the bonus information is given to the player by the bonus information effect, and the fifth freeze effect is executed. Can be canceled. Thereby, it is possible to preferably suppress the execution of the fifth freeze effect from being canceled even if the player does not recognize or predict the bonus winning.

<Other embodiments>
Note that the present invention is not limited to the content of each embodiment and each modification described above, and may be implemented as follows, for example. Incidentally, each of the following configurations may be individually applied to each of the above-described embodiments and each of the modifications, or a part or all thereof may be combined and applied to each of the above-described embodiments and each of the modifications. Also, all or some of the various configurations shown in the above embodiments and modifications can be arbitrarily combined. In this case, it is preferable that the technical significance (effect to be exhibited) of each component to be combined is ensured. The following configurations may be individually applied to a new configuration composed of a combination of the embodiment and the modified example, or some or all of them may be applied in combination.

  (1) In the above embodiments, when the execution of the freeze effect is set, the notification to that effect (preliminary notification of the execution of the freeze effect) is not executed, but the notification may be executed. In this case, it is possible for the player to recognize that the freeze effect is to be executed, and then to perform the freeze effect release operation.

  (2) In each of the above embodiments, a plurality of types of freeze effects are targeted for cancellation, but a configuration in which only one type of freeze effect can be canceled may be adopted. In addition, although a configuration in which some freeze effects (third freeze effects) are not canceled, a configuration in which all freeze effects can be canceled may be used.

  (3) In the above embodiments, the configuration is such that the third freeze effect is not uniformly canceled. However, the configuration may be such that the third freeze effect is canceled or not performed in consideration of the lottery result of the role lottery. For example, in the case of only the BB winning, the execution of the third freeze effect is canceled in response to the canceling operation, and in the case where the attack mode is also won along with the BB winning, the third freeze effect is performed even if the canceling operation is performed. Is not canceled. In this case, if the freeze effect is executed despite the player performing the canceling operation, the overlap winning between the BB and the attack mode is determined, and the interest is improved.

  (4) In each of the above embodiments, the ease of release of the freeze effect (third freeze effect or first to third freeze effects) when the release operation is performed may be made different depending on the set value. Whether or not the freeze effect is canceled can be used by the player for estimating the setting, and it is possible to provide an interest that is not limited to simply canceling the freeze effect. In this case, when a release operation is performed, a release lottery for determining whether or not to release the freeze effect is performed, and the freeze effect is released with a predetermined probability, and the release probability at that time may be different depending on the set value. . In addition, a configuration is performed in which a lottery is performed to determine whether or not a specific reach (a release trigger) can be stopped at the time of BB winning, and a freeze effect is released when the lottery is won and the specific reach stops. The lottery probability at that time (the winning probability at which the specific reach can be stopped) may be different depending on the set value.

  (5) In each of the above embodiments, the probability that a specific freeze effect (for example, a third freeze effect) is executed (selected) among a plurality of freeze effects may be different depending on the set value. For example, with a high setting or some setting values, the execution probability of a specific freeze effect is higher than other setting values. In such a configuration, for example, when a player has already seen a set value from another effect or the like, there may be a need to avoid execution of a freeze effect so that another player does not recognize the set value. In such a case, the configuration that can avoid the execution of the freeze effect can be configured to meet the needs of the player.

  (6) In each of the above embodiments, the execution of the freeze effect is set in advance, and then, if the release condition is satisfied before the execution of the effect, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled, but the effect to be canceled is performed. Is not limited to the freeze effect, but may be a winning effect (effect in which a player can grasp the BB winning or the carryover state thereof) executed on the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. That is, when the reach is stopped by an operation of the player, the above-described effect is not executed, so that it is possible to suppress the repeated execution of the confirmed effect due to the stop of the reach and the effect. Note that, instead of or in addition to the winning effect, a configuration may be adopted in which the player can cancel the effect that can predict the BB winning or the carryover state.

  (7) In each of the above-described embodiments, if the player has won the eleventh replaying game in a state where the player has won the VB mode, the player does not receive the push order notification and does not win the game in the VB mode. When the player is elected, the push order in which the eleventh re-gaming role cannot be won is notified. However, when the eleventh re-gaming role is elected with the VB mode being elected, the eleventh re-gaming is elected. A configuration may be adopted in which the pressing order in which a gaming combination can be won is notified, and if the 11th re-gaming combination is won in a situation where the VB mode has not been won, the pressing order is not notified. At this time, in addition to the pressing order notification, when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated in the indicated pressing order, a configuration in which the execution of the freeze effect is canceled may be taught.

  Further, when the player wins the eleventh re-gaming role in the state where the player has won the VB mode, the push order in which the eleventh re-gaming role cannot be won and the push order in which the eleventh re-gaming role can be won The order may be notified, and the player may select which one to follow (whether to cancel the freeze effect or not) and operate it. At this time, it is preferable that the notification mode (for example, display color) of each notification is changed so that the player can recognize which one corresponds to the release.

  (8) In each of the above embodiments, each time the execution of the freeze effect is set, the freeze effect is executed unless the player performs the cancel operation. However, when the player performs the cancel operation, the fact is stored. Alternatively, the automatic release may be performed based on the history. For example, when the player performs a release operation continuously for a predetermined number of times (for example, two times), or when the ratio of the number of times of release to the number of executions of the freeze effect exceeds a predetermined ratio, for example, It is assumed that the player who does not want to execute the game is assumed to be a player who does not want to execute the game, and the freeze effect is automatically canceled (or the setting itself of the execution of the freeze effect is not performed) even if there is no cancel operation. According to this, it is possible to reduce the trouble of the release operation.

  However, there is a possibility that such an automatic release setting is taken over by the next player as it is, and that player cannot see the freeze effect. Therefore, a configuration may be adopted in which a reset condition (for example, a game is not executed for a predetermined period of time) is set, and when the condition is satisfied, the automatic release setting is cleared.

  (9) In each of the above embodiments, when the execution of the freeze effect is canceled, the execution or continuation of the continuous effect may be canceled. For example, when the total number of games in the continuous production is four games, when the specific reach is stopped in the game of the second game and the execution of the freeze production is canceled, the continuous production after the third game is not executed. It can be configured. In this case, the bonus notification image 201 of the fourth embodiment may be displayed, and the display may be continued until the pattern combination corresponding to BB or the like stops at the effective position or shifts to the bonus game or the like. Also, a configuration may be adopted in which an effect video other than the bonus notification video 201 is displayed.

  (10) In each of the above embodiments, the specific reach to be the condition for releasing the freeze effect is the reach A or the reach B, but the stop operation is performed in the specific operation mode (DDT hitting method) among the reach. If the stop operation is not performed when the stop operation is performed and the stop operation is performed in an operation mode (operation timing) different from the specific operation mode, the reach may be set as the specific reach. For example, the reach B may be a specific reach, and the reach A may not be the specific reach. According to such a configuration, the player is conscious not of the reach eye that was accidentally stopped during the stop operation of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R so that the player does not miss the winning combination. The execution of the freeze effect can be canceled by stopping the stopped reach eyes. In other words, the latter reach is assumed to be likely to have detected the bonus win by the player due to the stop of the reach, so that the freeze effect can be canceled by stopping the reach. Thus, the execution of the freeze effect may be canceled in a situation where the player is likely to recognize or predict the bonus winning.

  (11) In each of the above-described embodiments, in addition to the reach eyes (strong reach eyes, for example, reach eye A or reach eye B, etc.) that can be stopped only in the case of BB winning, etc. It is also possible to provide a pattern combination (weak reach or chance) that can be stopped in both cases (non-winning). In such a configuration, in a case where the BB or the like is won and the execution of the freeze effect is set, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled when the strong reach stops, and the execution of the freeze effect is stopped when the weak reach stops. It is preferable that the execution is not canceled. According to such a configuration, by further providing a weak reach, the number of opportunities for the player to be able to expect the BB winning etc. is increased, and the interest is improved. In addition, since the execution of the freeze effect is canceled only in the case of the strong reach, it is possible to prevent the player from executing the freeze effect in a situation where the player can clearly understand the BB winning and the like, and the BB winning and the like are grasped. In spite of the absence, it is possible to suppress that only the freeze effect is canceled.

  Note that, in the configuration having the weak reach, when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated at a predetermined operation timing without a winning of a specific role (rare role or the like), the weak reach is performed. It is conceivable to control the driving of each of the reels 32L to 32R so that the picture combination stops at the effective position. In addition, when a specific combination other than BB or VB is won, the game may be stopped in the winning game or a subsequent game. In addition, it is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the execution of the freeze effect is canceled regardless of whether the strong reach or the weak reach is stopped.

  (12) In the first to third embodiments, a bonus notification effect may be executed as in the fourth embodiment. Specifically, after the freeze effect is set, the bonus notification effect is executed when a specific reach stops (when an operation that triggers the release of the freeze effect is performed) before execution of the effect. And With such a configuration, for example, even when the player does not notice the stop of the reach eye, it is possible to cancel the execution of the freeze effect after notifying the player that the BB has been won. . That is, it is possible to preferably suppress the execution of only the freeze effect from being canceled even if the player does not recognize the BB winning or the like.

  The effect for bonus notification may be performed when the execution of the freeze effect is cancelled, or may be performed when the execution of the freeze effect is cancelled. Further, in each embodiment, instead of the bonus information effect, a reach information notification effect for notifying that the reach eye has stopped may be executed.

  (13) In the above embodiments, the freeze effect is generated at the start of the game. However, the freeze effect may be generated during the game (in the middle of the game). In this case, in the game in which the freeze effect is executed, the freeze effect may not be executed if the reach is stopped before the execution timing of the freeze effect, or the predetermined effect (the above-described predetermined time before the execution timing) may be adopted. A configuration in which the freeze effect is not executed when the reach eye stops before the execution timing (the timing before the predetermined period before the execution timing).

  (14) In the first embodiment, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled when the specific reach is stopped. However, the effect that the player can recognize or predict the execution of the freeze effect is displayed as an auxiliary display. When executed by the section 65 or the like, the execution of the freeze effect may be canceled. For example, regardless of whether or not the freeze effect is set to be executed, the player performs a predetermined operation so that the freeze effect is released, and then the freeze effect is executed. Is executed, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled when an effect that can be recognized or predicted by the player (for example, an effect of displaying characters such as “freeze is stocked”) is executed. According to such a configuration, in a player who desires a freeze effect, the execution of the freeze effect is not performed although the execution of the freeze effect is set, so that it is understood that the release of the freeze effect is set. Can be. That is, it can be an opportunity to clear the setting of cancellation. Note that such a configuration can be applied to the second embodiment and the third embodiment.

  (15) In the first embodiment, a special reach that can stop only the BB winning game may be provided. In this case, when the special reach is stopped in the BB winning game, the execution of the freeze effect is cancelled. On the other hand, even if the other reach stops in the game after the BB winning game and before the specific game, the freeze effect is performed. It is good also as a structure which is not canceled. Conversely, even if the special reach is stopped in the BB winning game, the freeze effect is not released, and the reach other than the special reach or other than the special reach in the game after the BB winning game and before the specific game is not performed. The freeze effect may be canceled when a specific reach among the reach of the above is stopped. The same applies to the first and second stage operations in the second embodiment, and the release operation and the return operation (cancel operation) in the third embodiment.

  (16) In the first embodiment, the first reach and the second reach having a higher degree of difficulty in stopping than the first reach are provided. When the second reach is stopped, the freeze effect is released, while the first reach is released. A configuration in which the freeze effect is not canceled even when the reach eyes are stopped may be adopted. Further, the freeze effect may be canceled only by stopping once for the second reach, and the freeze effect may be canceled after stopping twice or more for the first reach. In other words, a release operation with a high operation difficulty may be regarded as having been operated by the player with an intention to release, and may be given a higher weight than an operation with a low operation difficulty. The same applies to the first and second stage operations in the second embodiment, and the release operation and the return operation (cancel operation) in the third embodiment.

  (17) In the first embodiment, a configuration may be adopted in which a part of the symbol that stops at the effective position is overlapped between the reach that is the release operation and the reach that is not. For example, in each reach, the left reel 32L and the middle reel 32M have the same stop symbol constituting the reach, and only the right reel 32R has a different stop symbol. In this case, the player senses that the reach eye is stopped at the time when the left reel 32L and the middle reel 32M are stopped (BB win or carry-over state), and stops the reach eye which is a release operation. It is possible to select whether or not to release (whether or not to release the freeze effect) with the right reel 32R. In addition, when two reels (for example, the left reel 32L and the middle reel 32M) or one reel (for example, the left reel 32L) are stopped, the reel is set to the reach position, and when the player stops the remaining reels. Alternatively, it may be configured to be able to select whether or not to stop a roll that is a release operation.

  (18) In the first embodiment, an operation other than an operation for stopping a specific reach (for example, long-pressing a switch for performing a final stop operation among the stop switches 42 to 44, or pressing the start lever 41 in a specific direction) (Upward movement, operation of the effect switch 66, etc.), the freeze effect may be canceled. The same applies to the first and second stage operations in the second embodiment, and the release operation and the return operation (cancel operation) in the third embodiment. In the case of a configuration in which the freeze effect is released by the effect switch 55, a sensor for detecting the presence / absence of the operation of the switch 55 is electrically connected to the main control device 101, or the display control device 81 performs the freeze effect. The configuration may be such that execution is controlled.

  (19) In the first embodiment, if the release operation is not performed by the specific game (the execution timing of the freeze effect), the execution is performed without canceling the freeze effect. If the release operation is not performed by the previous predetermined timing (for example, up to two games before the specific game), the freeze effect may not be released. Note that such a configuration can be applied to the second embodiment and the third embodiment. At that time, when applied to the third embodiment, a freeze effect can be canceled if a return operation (cancellation operation of cancellation) is not performed by the predetermined timing.

  Further, the configuration may be such that when a release operation is performed in one or more predetermined games during a period in which the execution of the freeze effect is set, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled. In this case, the whole period from the setting of the execution of the freeze effect to the execution of the effect is not the operation monitoring target, but only a part of the game is the operation monitoring target. For this reason, the player only has to select whether or not to perform the release operation in some games.For example, a player who wants to execute a freeze effect does not perform the release operation during the entire period. You don't have to worry. This makes it easier for the player to concentrate on the game. In addition, since only some of the games are operation monitoring targets, the processing load of the control processing can be reduced.

  (20) In the first embodiment, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled when the specific reach (a part of the reach) is stopped. However, the reach is stopped regardless of the type of the reach. Then, the execution of the freeze effect may be canceled. However, in the case of a bonus winning state or a carry-over state, execution of a freeze effect is performed on a gaming machine in which a pattern combination corresponding to a reach eye stops relatively easily without the player's particular awareness. May be excessively restricted. Therefore, in order to secure an opportunity to execute a freeze effect, the configuration of the first embodiment is preferable. This is the same in the third embodiment. Further, in the second embodiment, a configuration may be employed in which a release operation by the settlement switch 59 can be performed when a specific reach is stopped.

  (21) In the first embodiment, when a stop operation is performed at a timing when the reach eyes do not stop (the first operation is performed), a preset freeze effect is executed in the specific game, and the reach eyes are stopped. When the stop operation is performed at the timing when the stop is performed (the second operation is performed), the execution of the freeze effect can be canceled. In this case, the first operation and the second operation need only be different, and the specific operation mode is not limited to the above. For example, one of the stop switches 42 to 44 used for the final stop operation may have a different operation time (the second operation is long-pressed), or a different operation means may be used. In addition, each of the first operation and the second operation is not limited to a single operation, and may be made up of a plurality of operations.

  (22) In the first embodiment (Modification 1), the release notification is executed only in a specific case. However, the release notification may be executed every time the release operation is performed. In this case, the player who has performed the release operation in hope of releasing the freeze effect can confirm that the release operation has been accepted.

  (23) In the first embodiment (Modification 1), when the number of games FG from the time when the execution of the freeze effect is set to the time when the release operation is executed is larger than the predetermined number of games, the reach eyes are stopped. Although the notification is made to notify that the BB has been performed, the notification may be replaced with a configuration in which the player can recognize or predict that the player is in the BB winning state or the carry-over state, or perform a moving image effect or the like. In addition, a configuration in which notification is not particularly performed may be adopted.

  (24) In the first embodiment (Modification 1), when the release operation is performed by a predetermined timing that is after the execution of the freeze effect and before the execution of the freeze effect, the release notification is executed. Alternatively, when a release operation is performed after the predetermined timing, a release notification may be executed. In such a configuration, if the execution of the release operation is delayed, the release notification is executed on the assumption that the possibility that the player has operated without knowing that the freeze effect is present or that the execution can be released is high. Thus, the presence of the freeze effect and the fact that the execution can be canceled can be appropriately notified to the player who has operated without knowing the operation. On the other hand, if the execution of the release operation is early, it is determined that there is a high possibility that the user has known and operated, and the release notification is not executed. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the notification from being bothered by a player who has known and operated.

  (25) In the second embodiment, as in the third modification of the first embodiment, the BB winning or an effect that allows the player to recognize the winning state is executed on the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. Thereafter, the operation of the freeze effect may be canceled by operating the settlement switch 59. In this case, the player can select whether or not to execute the freeze effect after grasping the BB winning or the like. For example, in a player who has become less interested in the freeze effect due to the fact that the BB winning has been found or the like, and does not want to execute the freeze effect, by operating the settlement switch 59 (release operation) after the above-described effect. , The execution of the freeze effect can be avoided. On the other hand, a player who is interested in the freeze effect and wants to see the effect can perform the freeze effect by not performing the release operation. In such a configuration, the notification for the release operation that teaches the release operation (such as “You can release the frozen stock by pressing the settlement switch”) may be performed after the execution of the effect on the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like. It may be performed during (and simultaneously with) the effect.

  Also in the third embodiment, the BB winning or an effect that allows the player to recognize the winning state is executed on the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like, and the settlement switch 59 is operated by the execution timing of the freeze effect. If not performed, the freeze effect may be canceled. Also in this case, the player can select whether or not to execute the freeze effect after grasping the BB winning or the like.

  (26) In the second embodiment, as in Modification 4 of the first embodiment, a configuration may be adopted in which the effect is changed to another effect instead of canceling the freeze effect. This is the same in the third embodiment.

  (27) In the second embodiment, when the settlement switch 59 is operated after the reach is stopped, the execution of the freeze effect is uniformly canceled. However, the settlement switch is stopped after the reach is stopped. It may be configured to switch whether or not to release the execution of the freeze effect, depending on the number of games or the period until the 59 is operated. In this case, similarly to the fifth modification of the first embodiment, when the number of games is equal to or less than a predetermined number of times or when the period is equal to or less than a predetermined period, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled, and the number of games is reduced to a predetermined number. If the number of games is larger than the number of games or if the period is longer than a predetermined period, the freeze effect may not be canceled. Also, according to the number of games or the period from when the execution of the freeze effect is set to when the settlement switch 59 is operated, or according to the number of games or the period from when the execution of the freeze effect is set to when the reach stops, It may be configured to switch whether to cancel the execution of the freeze effect.

  (28) In the second embodiment, the operation for stopping the reach eyes (the first-stage operation) and the operation of the settlement switch 59 (the second-stage operation) are required to release the freeze effect. Each of these operations is not limited to the above, and may be any operation by the player. However, in view of the fact that it is possible to select whether or not to cancel the execution of the freeze effect after grasping the BB winning, etc., the first-stage operation is such that the player can recognize or predict the BB winning or the carryover state thereof. It is preferable that the operation is an operation that triggers the execution of the effect.

  Further, the first-stage operation and the second-stage operation are not necessarily different operations, and may be the same operation. In this case, the execution of the freeze effect can be canceled only by repeating the same operation. However, since the execution of the freeze effect is canceled even when the player casually repeats the operation, it is preferable to use a different operation from the viewpoint of suppressing the cancellation of the freeze effect unwilling for the player. . Further, a configuration in which three or more operations are required to cancel the freeze effect may be adopted.

  (29) In the second embodiment, the first-stage operation is configured to use the stop switches 42 to 44, but may be performed without using the stop switches 42 to 44. In this case, in order to suppress an erroneous operation during the game, an operation using operation means other than the stop switches 42 to 44 and the start lever 41 may be performed. The second-stage operation may be an operation using the stop switches 42 to 44 or the start lever 41.

  (30) In the second embodiment (Modification 1), the presence / absence of the release operation notification is switched according to the number of games or the period from when the execution of the freeze effect is set to when the reach eyes stop. Is also good. In this case, it is preferable that the notification for the release operation is not executed when the number of games is less than the predetermined number of games, and the notification for release operation is executed when the number of games is larger than the predetermined number of games.

  (31) In the second embodiment (Modification 2), the notification of the release operation in a situation where the freeze effect is being executed and the notification of the release operation in a situation where the freeze effect is not being executed. It is good also as a structure which changes an aspect. In this case, it is possible to provide a game property for detecting the BB winning (frozen occurrence) from the difference in the notification mode.

  (32) In the third embodiment, when a specific reach is stopped after the execution of the freeze effect is set, the release process of the set freeze effect is executed, and then the setting is performed according to the initial setting. If the settlement switch 59 is operated by the time the execution of the freeze effect is performed, a process of restoring the freeze effect (a process of resetting the execution of the freeze effect) may be performed. In this case, in order to match the initially set freeze effect with the reset freeze effect (matching of the execution timing and the type of the freeze effect), the execution set by the initial setting process is performed at the time of the cancellation process. It is preferable that the information such as the timing is not discarded and is held as it is (information that needs to be updated such as the freeze counter FC is continuously updated). According to this, when the freeze effect is reset, the freeze effect can be executed by inheriting the initial setting as it is.

  (33) In the third embodiment, the operation for releasing the freeze effect (the operation for stopping the specific reach) and the operation for canceling the release (the operation of the settlement switch 59) are different operations. May be configured to be the same operation. In this case, the cancellation of the freeze effect can be canceled only by repeating the same operation. However, even if the player casually repeats the operation, the cancellation of the freeze effect is canceled, so that it is preferable to use a different operation in order to suppress an erroneous operation.

  (34) In the fourth embodiment, the fifth freeze effect and the sixth freeze effect are provided, and a freeze effect in which the operation mode differs depending on whether the BB winning or the like is an opportunity or the rare role winning is an opportunity. Although the configuration has been described as being executed, it may be configured to execute a freeze effect in the same operation mode.

  (35) In the fourth embodiment, the execution of the sixth freeze effect triggered by the rare role election is not canceled, but this may be canceled. Specifically, after the rare role is won (after the opportunity of the sixth freeze effect has occurred), before the execution of the sixth freeze effect, a predetermined effect that allows the player to recognize that it is not a BB win or the like is executed. In this case, the execution of the sixth freeze effect is canceled. Not only in the case where the player has recognized or predicted the BB winning etc. in advance, but also in the case where the player has previously recognized that he has not won the BB etc., it is troublesome if the freeze effect is executed again. Since it may be felt, the present configuration makes it possible to more appropriately suppress the player from feeling troublesome about the freeze effect.

  In addition, as the predetermined effect, for example, even though the player performs the stop operation at the timing when the pattern combination corresponding to the BB winning (for example, the set of seven red or the predetermined reach) stops at the effective position, for example, In the case of performing reel control so that the above-mentioned pattern combination does not stop, or when the BB winning state or the carryover state is not performed, a predetermined predetermined pattern combination can be stopped at an effective position, while the BB winning state or In the carry-over state, it is conceivable to perform reel control such that the predetermined pattern combination does not stop at the effective position regardless of the stop operation timing.

  (36) In the fourth embodiment, when the bonus notification image 201 is displayed, the bonus notification image 202 having a small display size is displayed thereafter, but the bonus notification image 202 may not be displayed. . That is, when the bonus notification image 201 is displayed, the bonus notification may not be performed in the subsequent continuous effect. The same applies to the case where the bonus information effect is applied to the first to third embodiments.

  (37) The configuration of the second embodiment or the third embodiment may be applied to the fourth embodiment. In other words, when the settlement switch 59 is operated after the stop of the reach, the execution of the fifth freeze effect is canceled, or when the settlement switch 59 is operated after the stop of the reach, If the execution of the fifth freeze effect is not canceled and the settlement switch 59 is not operated after the reach is stopped, the execution of the fifth freeze effect may be canceled.

  (38) In the first embodiment, instead of stopping the specific reach (executing the operation for stopping the specific reach), the execution of the freeze effect may be canceled by operating the settlement switch 59. Good. According to this configuration, when the player ends the game, the freeze effect set before the end can be prevented from remaining. For example, if the freeze effect remains, the freeze effect is executed immediately after the next player starts the game, and as a result, the player who has finished the game later notices that the BB has been won, May be harmed. In this regard, in the present configuration, when the execution of the freeze effect is set, when the player operates the settlement switch 59 to end the game, the execution of the freeze effect is automatically canceled, so that the next player Can be prevented from being executed immediately after starting the game. In the above configuration, the BB winning may be canceled (disabled) together with the cancellation of the freeze effect.

  (39) In the second embodiment (Modification 1), the release operation notification (freeze stock can be released by pressing the settlement switch 59) is not executed during the period in which the medal return process is executed. Alternatively, a configuration may be adopted in which the number of medals to be paid out when the medal return process is executed is grasped, and whether or not to execute the release operation notification is switched based on the grasped result. For example, after the stop of the reach, the number of credits (or the total number of credits and bets) of each game is grasped. If the grasped number of credits is equal to or less than a predetermined number (for example, 0), the main control device 101 sets a command to execute the notification for release operation so that the notification for release operation is executed. . On the other hand, if the number of credits ascertained is larger than the predetermined number, the command is not set and the notification for the release operation is not executed. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of the inconvenience that the medal return process is executed as a result of the player operating the settlement switch 59 in response to the release operation notification. Further, in the present configuration, even if the game is paused, if the number of credits is equal to or less than the predetermined number, the release operation notification is executed, and the execution frequency of the release operation notification can be increased. Conversely, if the grasped number of credits is equal to or less than a predetermined number (for example, 0), the release operation notification is not executed. If the grasped credit number is larger than the predetermined number, the release operation notification is executed. Alternatively, the configuration may be as follows. Note that each of these configurations can also be applied to the return notification in the third embodiment (when the cancellation of the freeze is to be canceled, the settlement switch is pressed).

  (40) In the second embodiment, when the settlement switch 59 is operated during a period in which the medal return process is not performed, the release flag is turned on, and the execution of the freeze effect is released. However, the medal return process is performed. Is executed, the execution of the freeze effect may also be canceled when the settlement switch 59 is operated during the period in which is executed. In this case, if the settlement switch 59 is operated during the period in which the medal return process is performed in a state where the reach effect is stopped after the execution of the freeze effect is set, both the release of the freeze effect and the medal return process are performed. Is executed.

  Further, in the above configuration, when the settlement switch 59 is operated, both the release of the freeze effect and the medal return process may not be executed, but only the release of the freeze effect may be executed. That is, when the settlement switch 59 is operated in a situation where the freeze effect can be canceled, the freeze effect may be canceled with higher priority. According to such a configuration, when the settlement switch 59 is operated with the intention of canceling the freeze effect, it is also possible to suppress execution of the medal return process. Further, a configuration in which only the medal return process is executed without releasing the freeze effect is performed.

  It should be noted that the configuration for executing both the release of the freeze effect and the medal return process and the configuration for giving priority to either of them are the same as the configuration in which the freeze effect is released by operating the settlement switch 59 in the first embodiment. In this case, the return operation (freeze effect cancellation operation) in the third embodiment can be applied.

  (41) In the second embodiment, the number of medals to be paid out when the medal return process is performed may be determined, and whether to cancel the freeze effect may be switched based on the determined result. Good. For example, the number of credits (or the total number of credits and the number of bets) when the reach is stopped is grasped. Then, when the grasped number of credits is larger than a predetermined number (for example, 0), the execution of the freeze effect is not canceled. On the other hand, if the grasped number of credits is equal to or less than the predetermined number, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to suppress an operation for canceling the freeze effect from being performed in a situation where medals are paid out. Conversely, when the grasped number of credits is equal to or less than a predetermined number (for example, 0), the freeze effect may not be canceled, and when the grasped number of credits is larger than the predetermined number, the freeze effect may be cancelled. . Note that each of these configurations can be applied to the case where the freeze effect is released by operating the settlement switch 59 in the first embodiment and the return operation in the third embodiment.

  (42) In each of the above embodiments, the execution of the release operation is canceled by executing the release operation, but the execution of the release operation is not premised on the advance setting of the freeze effect execution. , The subsequent execution of the freeze effect may be canceled (the freeze effect is not executed). In this case, the number of freeze effects that are not executed is not limited to one, and may be plural. For example, the freeze effect is performed until the release operation is performed and then the release operation is performed. May not be executed.

  (43) In each of the above embodiments, each time the settlement switch 59 is operated, it may be configured to switch whether or not to execute a freeze effect. For example, when the first operation of the settlement switch 59 is performed in a situation in which the execution of the freeze effect is set, the execution of the freeze effect is canceled, and when the second operation is performed, the execution of the freeze effect is restored. Then, when it is operated again, it is configured to release again.

  (44) In each of the above embodiments, when execution of the freeze effect is set, the freeze effect is executed by operating the settlement switch 59 (if the settlement switch 59 is not operated, the set freeze effect is executed). (Not executed).

  (45) In the above embodiments, a so-called A + ART type slot machine has been illustrated as a gaming machine, but the present invention can be widely applied to a slot machine in which a freeze effect is executed, for example, a normal type (so-called A type). ) Can be applied to the slot machine.

  (46) In the freeze effect, the "red 7" symbol arrangement is temporarily stopped. However, the configuration may not be temporarily stopped, or the symbol combination to be temporarily stopped may be changed.

  (47) Although the medal payout is not performed at the time of the winning of the transfer (first BB, second BB, CB), the medal payout may be performed.

  (48) Although the slot machine provided with three reels and three corresponding stop switches in parallel has been described, the present invention is not limited to this configuration. For example, five reels and corresponding stop switches are provided in parallel. It may be a slot machine. From the viewpoint of suppressing an erroneous operation in the reel stop operation, at least two reels and corresponding stop switches are required. Further, the slot machine in which the number of valid lines is set to one in the situation where the number of bets is three has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this configuration. For example, the number of valid lines may be five.

  (49) Although the specific example of the slot machine 10 has been described, the present invention may be applied to a gaming machine in which a slot machine and a pachinko machine are combined. That is, among the slot machines, instead of the medal insertion and medal payout functions, a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine having a ball insertion and ball payout function (a so-called ball-using rotary game machine) may be used. If such a gaming machine is used in place of a slot machine, only balls can be treated as a game value in a game hall, so it is a game value seen in a current game hall where pachinko machines and slot machines are mixed. Problems such as the burden on equipment due to the separate handling of medals and balls and restrictions on the location of gaming machines can be solved.

  For example, in a pachinko machine or a ball-use spinning-type gaming machine, a configuration having a plurality of levels of setting values that change the payout rate or the like is used, and the above-described respective inventions are applied as suggestions and teaching effects of these setting values. Good. In this case, in a pachinko machine having a high-probability state in which the jackpot probability becomes high and low and a low-probability state, the advantageous section of the slot machine 10 may be applied as a high-probability state, In a pachinko machine having a high ball entry state and a low ball entry state where the ball rate becomes high and low, the respective inventions described above may be applied by setting the advantageous section of the slot machine 10 to a high ball entry state.

<About the inventions extracted from the above embodiments>
Hereinafter, the characteristic configuration extracted from each of the above-described embodiments will be described while showing effects and the like as necessary. In the following, for ease of understanding, the corresponding configuration in the above embodiment is appropriately shown in parentheses or the like, but is not limited to the specific configuration shown in parentheses or the like.

  The invention shown in each of the following feature groups is described as "Pachinko machines and slot machines are known as a kind of gaming machines. In these gaming machines, an internal lottery is performed based on a predetermined lottery condition being satisfied. It is known that a bonus is given to a player in accordance with the result of the internal lottery.Specifically, in the case of a slot machine, a start lever is operated in a situation where a medal as a game medium is bet. Then, the internal lottery is performed, the rotation of the reel is started, and if the stop switch is operated during the rotation of the reel, the rotation of the reel is stopped. In the case where the result corresponds to the result, the benefit according to the result is given (for example, see Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2008-295707). In the gaming machine illustrated above and the like must increase player's interest in the game, in this regard, in which the invention that there. "Is still room for improvement has been made with the problems to be solved.

<Characteristic A group>
Feature A1. A plurality of revolving bodies (each reel 32L, 32M, 32R) to which a plurality of types of patterns are attached in the circumferential direction;
A display unit (display windows 26L, 26M, 26R) for making a part of the pattern visible for each of the orbiting bodies;
Starting operation means (start lever 41) for starting orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Drive control means (reel control by the main control device 101) for starting the rotation of each of the orbiting bodies when the start operation means is operated, and for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. Function to perform processing),
A lottery means (a function of executing a lottery process by the main control device 101) for performing a lottery to determine whether or not to give a privilege to a player based on an operation of the start operation means;
When the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined result and the pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined result is stopped at an effective position visible through the display unit, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined result can be given. Privilege providing means (a function of executing a payout determination process by the main control device 101);
A gaming machine comprising:
A normal game operation in which the drive control means starts the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the starting operation means is operated, and stops the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. age,
A specific drive control unit (a function of executing a rotation effect process by the main control device 101) for controlling each of the orbital bodies so that a specific game operation (freeze effect) in which start or progress of the normal game operation is restricted is performed; ,
When a specific opportunity (BB win or VB win) occurs, a specific game operation setting means (main control device 101) for setting the specific game operation to be performed in a specific game subsequent to the game in which the specific opportunity has occurred. To execute the BB winning process or the VB mode winning process).
When the specific game is executed in a situation where the specific game operation setting unit is set, a specific game operation execution unit that executes the specific game operation (a function of executing a rotation effect process by the main control device 101);
After the execution of the specific game operation is set by the specific game operation setting means and before the specific game operation is executed, the specific game operation execution is performed based on a predetermined condition being satisfied. Releasing means capable of releasing the setting of the specific game operation or the execution of the specific game operation by means (a function of executing a freeze release process and a freeze return process by the main control device 101);
A gaming machine comprising:

  In the above configuration, when a specific opportunity occurs, a specific game operation different from a normal operation of each orbiting body (normal game operation) is performed. The specific game action can enhance the game effect and enhance the effect, but on the other hand, in order to limit the start or progress of the normal game action, it also imposes a restriction on the player who can not proceed with the game for a certain period of time Become. For this reason, some players may not want to execute a specific game operation. In this regard, in the present configuration, in the case where the above-mentioned specific opportunity has occurred, the execution of the specific game operation is set by performing the setting so that the specific game operation is performed in the specific game after the game in which the specific opportunity has occurred. From the time it is actually executed. If the predetermined condition is satisfied during this period, the setting of the specific game operation or the execution of the set specific game operation is released. Thereby, it is possible to play while avoiding execution of the specific game operation. On the other hand, if the predetermined condition is not satisfied, the specific game operation is executed as originally set. In other words, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling annoying the operation while ensuring the exciting effect of the game by the specific game operation.

  Note that in this feature, "the releasing means capable of releasing the setting of the specific game operation or the execution of the specific game operation by the specific game operation executing means" is "the specific game operation in the specific game is not executed." Release means that can be configured as such ".

  Feature A2. The gaming machine according to Feature A1, wherein the predetermined condition is satisfied when a predetermined operation is performed by a player.

  According to the above configuration, since the release condition of the specific game operation is satisfied by the operation of the player, it is possible to change whether or not to execute the specific game operation at will of the player.

  Feature A3. The gaming machine according to feature A1, wherein the predetermined condition is satisfied when a predetermined operation is performed by the player using the stop operation unit.

  In the gaming machine having the above-described feature A1, the game is advanced by starting the orbiting of the orbiting body by operating the start operation means and stopping the orbiting body by operating the stop operation means. Under such a premise, the specific game operation release condition is satisfied by the predetermined operation using the stop operation means, so that the specific game operation can be performed without requiring the player to perform an excessively special operation. Execution can be canceled.

  Feature A4. The gaming machine according to any one of features A1 to A3, wherein the predetermined condition is satisfied when a predetermined specific pattern combination stops at the effective position.

  In the above configuration, the specific game operation is released when the specific pattern combination stops at the effective position, but the specific game operation is not released unless such a pattern combination stops. In other words, since only a part of the stop operation is configured to function as the release operation of the specific game operation, it is possible to suppress an erroneous operation of releasing the specific game operation although there is no intention to release the specific game operation. It is possible to carry out cancellation in which the intention of the person is appropriately reflected.

  Further, from the player's point of view, the stop of the specific pattern combination at the effective position is a signal that the specific game operation is released, so that the player can determine whether or not the release condition is satisfied. In particular, since the gaming machine of the above-described feature A1, which is a premise of the present configuration, is configured such that a privilege is given or not depending on a pattern combination that stops at an effective position, the player is of great interest. It is assumed that the user is looking at the stop pattern. Under such a premise, by adopting the present configuration, it is possible to make it difficult for the player to overlook whether or not the execution of the specific game operation has been canceled.

  Feature A5. The gaming machine according to Feature A4, wherein the specific pattern combination is a pattern combination corresponding to a reach eye.

  For example, it is conceivable that the player's interest in the subsequent performance is reduced by detecting the bonus winning, but for such a player, when the specific game operation is executed again, the game progress is limited and it is troublesome. Could be. In this regard, in this configuration, the gaming machine determines whether or not the player is likely to recognize the bonus winning based on whether or not the reach is stopped. Then, when it is determined that it is recognized, the automatic control is performed so that the scheduled execution of the specific game operation can be canceled. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the specific game operation from being executed in a situation where the player recognizes the bonus winning. On the other hand, if it is determined that the reach eyes do not stop and the player will not recognize the bonus winning, the specific game operation is performed as originally planned, thereby making it possible to excite the game appropriately. it can. That is, while ensuring the exciting effect of the game by the specific game operation, it is possible to restrict the execution of the operation in a situation where the player is likely to be troublesome and feel that the operation is troublesome, and to appropriately suppress the troublesome operation.

  In this configuration, the stop of the reach eye can be regarded as a release operation for releasing the execution of the specific game operation. That is, a player who does not want to execute the specific game operation can avoid the execution of the specific game operation by stopping the reach. In this case, with the configuration of this feature, the specific game operation is released at the same time as grasping the bonus winning, so that it is not necessary to perform a dedicated operation for releasing again, and it is possible to suppress the troublesomeness associated with the releasing operation. It becomes possible.

  Note that this feature is that the lottery result of the lottery means is a predetermined specific shift result (BB win or VB win), and a transfer pattern combination (BB role or VB win) corresponding to the specific shift result is placed at the effective position. When the pattern combination corresponding to the mode is stopped, a game state transition unit (a function of executing a winning result correspondence process by the main control device 101) is provided for shifting to an advantageous state (BB, VB mode) advantageous to the player. In the case where the lottery result is the specific transfer result, the winning state of the specific transfer result is carried over to the effective position until the transfer pattern combination stops, and the specific pattern combination is It is different from the transfer pattern combination, and can be stopped when the specific transfer result is in the winning state or its carryover state, and when the specific transfer result is obtained. Can be expressed as the winning conditions or special design combination is impossible halted when not its carryover state is (picture combination corresponding to reach box) ".

Feature A6. Multiple types of pattern combinations corresponding to the reach eyes are set,
The predetermined condition is satisfied when some of the pattern combinations corresponding to the reach eyes stop at the effective position, and is not satisfied when other pattern combinations stop at the effective position. The gaming machine according to feature A5, wherein the gaming machine is a game machine.

  In the above-described configuration, the reach at which the predetermined condition is satisfied is restricted to a part of the reach, so that the execution of the specific game operation can be prevented from being excessively restricted.

Feature A7. The lottery means performs a lottery of a role,
The privilege granting means, when a lottery result of the lottery means is a predetermined combination (cherry or the like) winning and a predetermined pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined combination is stopped at the effective position, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined combination. Can be given,
When the stop operation means is operated in a specific operation mode (first operation mode) in a situation where the predetermined combination has been won, the predetermined pattern combination can be stopped at the effective position, while the specific operation mode is selected. When the stop operation means is operated by an operation mode (second operation mode) different from the above, the predetermined pattern combination cannot be stopped at the effective position,
When the stop operation unit is operated by the specific operation mode, the partial pattern combination cannot be stopped at the effective position, while the stop operation unit is operated by an operation mode different from the specific operation mode. The gaming machine according to feature A6, wherein the gaming machine can be stopped at the effective position when the gaming machine is in the state.

  According to this configuration, the reach that enables the specific game operation to be released is a reach that does not stop in the so-called DDT hitting method. In this case, not the reach that was accidentally stopped during the stop operation of each orbiting body so that the player does not miss the winning combination, but the reach that was stopped by the player consciously As a result, the execution of the specific game operation can be canceled. That is, since it is assumed that the latter reach is likely to have detected the bonus winning by the player due to the stop of the reach, it is possible to cancel the execution of the specific game operation by stopping the reach. Thus, it is possible to suppress the execution of the specific game operation from being canceled even if the player does not perceive the bonus winning.

Feature A8. The specific pattern combination (eleventh replay) stops at the effective position when the stop operation means is operated in the first stop operation mode, and the stop operation means is different from the first stop operation mode. When operated in a different second stop operation mode, does not stop at the effective position,
In a situation where the execution of the specific game operation is set by the specific game operation setting means, a mode notification that allows a player to recognize at least one of the first stop operation mode and the second stop operation mode The gaming machine according to any one of features A4 to A7, further including a mode notifying unit (a function of executing a pressing sequence process by the main control device 101) for executing (push sequence notification).

  According to the above configuration, since an operation method for canceling the specific game operation or an operation method for avoiding the cancellation is taught, anyone can cancel the specific game state regardless of the skill of the player. Will be possible. In addition, since the above teaching is performed in a situation where the execution of the specific game operation is set, it also functions as a notification that informs a player who does not want to execute the specific game operation of the necessity of the release operation. be able to. In other words, it is possible to notify the player of the method in a situation where the player needs to perform the release operation, and it is possible to prevent the player from forgetting to perform the release operation.

Feature A9. The lottery result of the lottery means becomes a predetermined specific shift result (BB win or VB win), and a pattern combination for transfer corresponding to the specific shift result (a pattern combination corresponding to the BB combination or VB mode) at the effective position. ) Is stopped, a game state transition means (a function of executing a winning result correspondence process by the main control device 101) for shifting to an advantageous state (BB, VB mode) advantageous to the player,
When the lottery result becomes the specific transfer result, the winning state of the specific transfer result is carried over until the pattern combination for the transfer stops at the effective position,
The predetermined condition is an effect that allows the player to recognize or predict the winning state of the specific transition result or the carry-over state (an effect of stopping a reach eye, an effect of notifying or indicating a bonus win, a premium effect, and the like) The gaming machine according to any one of the features A1 to A8, wherein the effect is established when an effect in which a bonus win is determined is executed.

  For example, it is conceivable that the player's interest in the subsequent performance may be reduced by detecting the winning of the specific transition result, but for such a player, if the specific game operation is executed again, the game progress Is limited and may be annoying. In this regard, in this configuration, the player recognizes the above-mentioned winning state and the like based on whether or not the player has recognized or determined that the winning state of the specific transition result or the carry-over state has been performed or whether an effect that can be predicted has been executed. The gaming machine determines whether or not this is the case. Then, when it is determined that it is recognized, the automatic control is performed so that the scheduled execution of the specific game operation can be canceled. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the specific game operation from being executed in a situation where the player is aware of the winning state or the like. On the other hand, when it is determined that the effect is not executed and the player does not recognize the winning state or the like, the specific game operation is performed as originally planned, thereby appropriately exciting the game. be able to. That is, while ensuring the exciting effect of the game by the specific game operation, it is possible to restrict the execution of the operation in a situation where the player is likely to be troublesome and feel that the operation is troublesome, and to appropriately suppress the troublesome operation. In addition, in the present configuration, the specific game operation is released at the same time as the detection of the specific transfer result, so that it is not necessary to perform a dedicated operation for the release again, and it is possible to suppress the troublesomeness associated with the release operation. .

Feature A10. When the release is performed by the release means, release notification executing means (main control device 101) capable of executing release notification (freeze stock has been released) by which the player can recognize that the specific game operation is not executed. (A function of executing the process of step S3813)
Grasping means for grasping the timing of establishment of the predetermined condition (a function of executing the processing of steps S3802 to S3806, step S3803, and step S3812 by main controller 101);
A notification switching unit (a function of executing the processing of step S3812 by the main control device 101) for switching whether or not to execute the release notification by the release notification execution unit based on a result of the determination by the determination unit;
The gaming machine according to any one of features A1 to A9, comprising:

  The notification that the specific game operation has been released is a notification that the release operation has been received, and is convenient for the player who has requested the release of the specific game operation and has satisfied the release condition. Become. However, on the other hand, a player who does not intend to release the game and accidentally establishes the release condition will be notified that the specific game operation that should have been able to be viewed cannot be seen, and the player May be discouraged. In this regard, in this configuration, the timing at which a predetermined condition (cancellation condition) is satisfied is grasped, and whether or not to perform the notification is switched based on the result. This allows the notification to be made after determining whether or not the establishment of the release condition is based on the intention of the player. Therefore, while notifying a player who has intentionally released a notification that a release operation has been received, suppressing discouragement for a player who has intentionally released a specific game operation without intentionally performing the operation. Becomes possible.

  Feature A11. The feature A10 is characterized in that the grasping means grasps the number of games or a period from when the execution of the specific game operation is set by the specific game operation setting means to when the predetermined condition is satisfied. Gaming machine.

  In the above configuration, whether or not to perform the release notification is switched according to the number of games and the period from when the execution of the specific game operation is set to when the release condition is satisfied. As a result, after the specific game operation is set, the release notification can be switched immediately based on whether the release condition is satisfied or not. Therefore, it is possible to appropriately execute the release notification according to whether or not the establishment of the release condition is based on the intention of the player.

  Feature A12. The notification switching unit, when the establishment timing grasped by the grasping unit is earlier than a predetermined timing before the execution timing of the specific game operation set by the specific game operation setting, the release notification is The release notification is not executed when the establishment timing grasped by the grasping means is after the predetermined timing. The feature A10 or the feature A11, wherein Gaming machine.

  In the above configuration, if the release condition is quickly satisfied after the setting of the specific game operation, the player who knows that the execution of the specific game operation can be released and knows how the release condition is satisfied has the intention of release. And that the specific game operation is canceled is executed. On the other hand, if the release condition is satisfied later after the specific game operation is set, the player who does not know that the execution of the specific game operation can be released or does not know how the release condition is satisfied accidentally releases without intention of release It is considered that the condition is satisfied, and the above notification is not executed. As a result, it is possible to appropriately determine whether or not the intentional release is performed, and selectively use whether to execute the notification.

  In addition, when this feature is applied to the feature A11, the configuration of this feature is referred to as “the notification switching unit determines that the number of games or the period grasped by the grasping unit is less than a predetermined number of games or less than a predetermined period. The cancellation notification is executed by the cancellation notification executing means, and when the number of games or the period grasped by the grasping means is equal to or more than the predetermined number of games or equal to or longer than the predetermined period, the cancellation notification executing means In such a manner that the cancellation notification is not executed. "

Feature A13. Grasping means for grasping the establishment timing of the predetermined condition;
Release switching means for switching whether or not to execute the release by the release means based on the grasping result of the grasping means,
The gaming machine according to any one of features A1 to A12, comprising:

  In the above configuration, the specific game operation is not uniformly released when the predetermined condition (release condition) is satisfied, but the timing at which the release condition is satisfied is grasped, and whether or not the specific game operation is released is switched based on the result. Thus, the release can be performed after determining whether or not the establishment of the release condition is based on the intention of the player. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of unintentional release for the player.

  In addition, this feature may be configured to grasp the number of games or the period from when the execution of the specific game operation is set to when the predetermined condition is satisfied, following the feature A11. Further, according to the above-described feature A12, a configuration may be adopted in which the release is executed when the timing of establishment of the predetermined condition is early, and the release is not executed when the timing of establishment is late.

Feature A14. The lottery result of the lottery means becomes a predetermined specific shift result (BB win or VB win), and a pattern combination for transfer corresponding to the specific shift result (a pattern combination corresponding to the BB combination or VB mode) at the effective position. ) Is stopped, a game state transition means (a function of executing a winning result correspondence process by the main control device 101) for shifting to an advantageous state (BB, VB mode) advantageous to the player,
When the lottery result becomes the specific transfer result, the winning state of the specific transfer result is carried over until the pattern combination for the transfer stops at the effective position,
The predetermined condition is an effect that allows the player to recognize or predict the winning state of the specific transition result or the carry-over state (an effect of stopping a reach eye, an effect of notifying or indicating a bonus win, a premium effect, and the like) The feature A1 or the feature A2 is established when a predetermined operation (operation of the settlement switch 59) is performed by the player after the execution of the effect that the bonus winning is determined on the game). Gaming machine.

  In the above configuration, when the lottery result is the specific shift result or the carryover state, an effect is executed in which the player can recognize or predict the result. Therefore, the player can grasp that the specific transition result has been won internally by looking at the effect. After such an effect is performed, a predetermined operation (release condition) is established by performing a predetermined operation by the player. For this reason, for example, the interest in the specific game operation is reduced by detecting the winning of the specific transition result, and in the player who does not want to execute the specific game operation, by performing the predetermined operation after the above-described effect, Execution of the specific game operation can be avoided. On the other hand, a player who has a high interest in the specific game operation and who wants to see the specific game operation even if he / she senses the winning of the specific transition result can perform the specific game operation by not performing the predetermined operation. . That is, it is possible for the player to determine whether or not to execute the specific game operation again after grasping the winning of the specific transfer result.

  Further, in the present configuration, the effect that can grasp the winning of the specific transition result or the like and the specific game operation are not alternative, and both of them can be executed. Therefore, it is possible to flexibly respond to a player's request to see both.

  Feature A15. When the effect is executed or executed, an operation notification for executing an operation notification that allows the player to recognize the operation mode of the predetermined operation (a freeze stock can be released by pressing a checkout switch) The gaming machine according to feature A14, comprising means (function of executing the process of step S4603 by display control device 81).

  In the above configuration, the player is instructed of the necessary operation for release, so that the execution of the specific game operation can be released even if the player does not know the release method in advance. In addition, when the above-described effect is executed, that is, the operation notification is executed at the timing when the specific game operation can be released, a situation in which a player who does not want to execute the specific game operation wants to know the release method Then, it becomes possible to inform it.

Feature A16. A first notification execution unit as the operation notification execution unit;
When the execution of the specific game operation is not set by the specific game operation setting unit, a second notification execution unit that executes the operation notification based on satisfaction of a predetermined execution condition;
The gaming machine according to feature A15, comprising:

  The execution of the operation notification gives the player who wants to release the specific game operation what the player should do when the release operation is necessary, which is convenient. However, on the other hand, a player who has not predicted until the execution of the specific game operation from the above-mentioned effect or has missed the above-mentioned effect will function as a prior notice that the specific game operation will be executed. However, there is a concern that the attractiveness of the specific game operation, which invites the player's surprise, is spoiled. In this regard, in the present configuration, the operation notification is executed even when the execution of the specific game operation is not set, and therefore, the execution of the specific game operation is not uniquely determined by the execution of the operation notification. Thereby, even if the notification for operation is executed at the time of executing the above-mentioned effect, it is possible to suppress the notification from being a prior notification of the specific game operation. That is, it is possible to appropriately notify the player of the release operation while suppressing the effect of the specific game operation from being reduced.

  Note that this feature is referred to as “operation notification execution means (by the display control device 81) that executes operation notification that enables the player to recognize the operation mode of the predetermined operation (the freeze stock can be released by pressing the checkout switch). If the execution of the specific game operation is not set by the specific game operation setting unit, the operation notification execution unit performs a process based on the establishment of a predetermined execution condition. The gaming machine according to Feature A14, wherein the notification for operation is executed. In other words, the first notification execution means is not provided, and the second notification execution means is provided. (If the execution of the specific game operation is set, the operation notification is not executed, and the execution of the specific game operation is not set. The operation notification is executed only in this case).

  Feature A17. In the operation notification executed by the first notification execution unit and the operation notification executed by the second notification execution unit, the notification mode of each of the operation notifications cannot be identified. The gaming machine according to feature A16, further comprising:

  For example, if the notification mode of each operation notification is different, execution of the specific game operation may be detected from the difference, but according to the present configuration, occurrence of such inconvenience is suppressed, and the effect of the feature A16 is reduced. It is possible to increase.

  It should be noted that “the notification mode of each of the operation notifications is unidentifiable” of this feature can also be expressed as “the notification mode of each of the operation notifications is common”.

Feature A18. Grasping means for grasping the establishment timing of the predetermined condition;
Release switching means for switching whether or not to execute the release by the release means based on the grasping result of the grasping means,
The gaming machine according to any one of features A14 to A17, comprising:

  In the above-described configuration, the specific game operation is not uniformly released when the predetermined condition (release condition) is satisfied, but the timing at which the release condition is satisfied is grasped, and based on the result, whether or not to execute the specific game operation is determined. Switch. Thus, the release can be performed after determining whether or not the establishment of the release condition is based on the intention of the player. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of unintentional release for the player.

  In addition, this feature may be configured to grasp the number of games or the period from when the execution of the specific game operation is set to when the predetermined condition is satisfied, following the feature A11. Further, according to the above-described feature A12, a configuration may be adopted in which the release is executed when the timing of establishment of the predetermined condition is early, and the release is not executed when the timing of establishment is late.

  Feature A19. The predetermined condition includes a plurality of operations including a first operation (operation for stopping the reach eye) by the player and a second operation (operation of the settlement switch 59) different from the first operation and performed by the player. The gaming machine according to feature A1 or feature A2, which is established when an operation is performed.

  According to the above configuration, the predetermined condition is satisfied by a plurality of operations. Therefore, even if the first operation is performed by accident, the execution of the specific game operation is not canceled by itself. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of the situation where the execution of the specific game operation is canceled even though the player has no intention of canceling.

  Each configuration described in any one of the above features A15 to A19 may be applied to this feature. In this case, a further effect can be obtained by applying each configuration.

  Feature A20. The release means executes the specific game operation when the specific condition is satisfied after the predetermined condition is satisfied and before the execution timing of the specific game operation set by the specific game operation setting means. The gaming machine according to feature A1 or feature A2, wherein if the specific condition is not satisfied before the execution timing after the condition is satisfied, the specific game operation is not performed.

  In the above configuration, when the execution of the specific game operation is set, after the predetermined condition is satisfied, the specific game operation is not executed unless the specific condition is satisfied. Therefore, a player who does not want to execute the specific game operation can cancel the execution of the specific game operation by satisfying only the predetermined condition among the above-described conditions. On the other hand, when the specific condition is satisfied after the predetermined condition is satisfied, the specific game operation is executed. Therefore, even when a player who wants to execute the specific game operation accidentally establishes the predetermined condition, the specific game operation can be executed by establishing the specific condition. That is, the cancellation of the specific game operation can be canceled. As described above, according to the present configuration, it is possible to release a specific game operation, but also to provide relief when a release operation is performed by mistake.

  Feature A21. The release means may be configured to set the specific game operation by the specific game operation execution means or to execute the specific game operation when the specific condition is not satisfied by a predetermined timing before the execution timing after the predetermined condition is satisfied. The gaming machine according to feature A20, wherein the execution of the game is canceled.

  In the above configuration, when the predetermined condition is satisfied, the execution of the specific game operation is released, and then, when the specific condition is satisfied, the release is invalidated. Instead of canceling the execution, the execution of the specific game operation is canceled after a lapse of a period in which cancellation (invalidation of cancellation) is possible. For example, if the predetermined condition is satisfied, the specific game operation is temporarily released, and then if the specific condition is satisfied, the release process is invalidated. There is a need. In this regard, in this configuration, if the specific condition is satisfied after the predetermined condition is satisfied, neither the cancellation process nor the invalidation process is executed, and it is sufficient to keep the initial execution setting as it is. Therefore, the processing load required for the control processing can be significantly reduced. In addition, although the cancellation process is required when the specific condition is not satisfied after the predetermined condition is satisfied, the invalidation process is not executed itself, so that the configuration for that can be omitted. Therefore, the configuration can be simplified.

  Further, in the configuration in which the specific game operation is temporarily released and the release is invalidated when the specific condition is satisfied, when the release is invalidated (when the specific game operation is restored), the initial operation performed by the specific game operation setting means is performed. There arises a problem of how to match the setting (the execution timing of the specific game operation and the like), and a countermeasure for that is required. In this regard, in the present configuration, when the predetermined condition is satisfied and then the specific condition is satisfied, the specific game operation only needs to be performed according to the initial setting made by the specific game operation setting means. Configuration.

  Note that the present feature is that the cancellation means does not cancel the execution of the specific game operation when the specific condition is satisfied by the predetermined timing before the execution timing after the predetermined condition is satisfied. If the specific condition is not satisfied by a predetermined timing, the execution of the specific game operation is canceled. "

Feature A22. The lottery result of the lottery means becomes a predetermined specific shift result (BB win or VB win), and a pattern combination for transfer corresponding to the specific shift result (a pattern combination corresponding to the BB combination or VB mode) at the effective position. ) Is stopped, a game state transition means (a function of executing a winning result correspondence process by the main control device 101) for shifting to an advantageous state (BB, VB mode) advantageous to the player,
When the lottery result becomes the specific transfer result, the winning state of the specific transfer result is carried over until the pattern combination for the transfer stops at the effective position,
The predetermined condition is an effect that allows the player to recognize or predict the winning state of the specific transition result or the carry-over state (an effect of stopping a reach eye, an effect of notifying or indicating a bonus win, a premium effect, and the like) The gaming machine according to feature A20 or feature A21, characterized in that the game is established when an effect in which a bonus win is determined is executed.

  According to the above configuration, it is possible to suppress the execution of the specific game operation and the effect capable of recognizing the specific transfer result or the like, and to perform the specific game operation while the player knows in advance that the specific transfer result has been won. Execution can be suppressed. For example, it is conceivable that the interest in the specific game operation is reduced by detecting the winning of the specific transition result, but for such a player, when the specific game operation is performed again, it may be annoying. . In this regard, according to the present configuration, the specific game operation is not executed unless the predetermined condition is satisfied and the specific condition is not satisfied after execution of such an effect, so that the occurrence of the inconvenience is preferably suppressed. Becomes possible. On the other hand, a player who has a high interest in the specific game operation and wants to see the specific game operation even if he / she senses the winning of the specific transition result, by establishing the specific condition after the predetermined condition is satisfied, The operation can be performed. That is, according to this configuration, it is possible to suppress unintentional release for the player without impairing the convenience for the player who does not want to execute the specific game operation.

  Feature A23. When the predetermined condition is satisfied, a release notification execution unit that executes a release notification that enables the player to recognize that a release operation for releasing the execution of the specific game operation has been performed or that the specific game operation has not been performed. The gaming machine according to any one of features A20 to A22, comprising a function of executing the process of step S5502 by the display control device 81).

  In the above configuration, by executing the release notification, it is possible to notify the player who wants to release the execution of the specific game operation that the release operation has been accepted and that the subsequent operation is unnecessary. On the other hand, the player who does not want to cancel is notified that the specific condition needs to be satisfied, and the occurrence of the inconvenience that the specific game operation is canceled against the player's intention can be suppressed.

  Feature A24. When the predetermined condition is satisfied, the specific game operation can be performed, or specific notification executing means for executing specific notification that enables the player to recognize an operation for the specific game operation (the process of step S5502 by the display control device 81) The gaming machine according to any one of features A20 to A23, comprising:

  According to the configuration, it is possible to appropriately cancel the cancellation when the player does not want to cancel the specific game operation even if the player does not know in advance that the specific game operation can be executed or a necessary operation for the specific game operation. become. When this feature is applied to the feature A23, the release notification and the specific notification may be simultaneously performed or may be separately performed.

  Feature A25. When the player performs the first operation (the operation of stopping the reach by the stop switches 42 to 44), the predetermined condition is satisfied, and the player performs the second operation (the settlement switch 59) different from the first operation. The gaming machine according to any one of features A20 to A24, further comprising a unit configured to satisfy the specific condition when the operation is performed.

  For example, if the operation for satisfying the predetermined condition (first operation) and the operation for satisfying the specific condition (second operation) are the same operation, the player who wants to cancel the execution of the specific game operation performs the first operation. If it is not clear whether the game machine has accepted it, and the same operation is repeated again, there may be a disadvantage that the cancellation is canceled by the operation intended to be canceled. In this regard, in this configuration, since the two operations are different operations, the cancellation is not canceled even if the first operation is repeated, and the occurrence of the inconvenience can be suppressed.

Feature A26. A plurality of types of the specific game operation (first freeze effect to third freeze effect) are set,
The specific game operation setting means, when the specific opportunity occurs, selects one of the specific game operations of the plurality of types of the specific game operations and sets the execution thereof.
The canceling means may be configured such that, when the specific game operation set to be executed by the specific game operation setting means is a specific specific game operation (third freeze effect) among the plurality of types of specific game operations, the predetermined condition (A1 to A3) are provided with a means for preventing the setting or execution of the specific game operation from being released even if the above is established (the function of executing the freeze release processing by the main control device 101). The gaming machine according to any one of A25.

  According to the above configuration, even if the release condition of the specific game operation is satisfied, the execution of the specific game operation is not released for some of the specific game operations, thereby suppressing the execution of the specific game operation from being excessively restricted. it can. Thereby, it is possible to secure an execution opportunity of the specific game operation and secure the significance of providing the specific game operation. Also, for example, by setting a specific game operation that is not targeted for cancellation as a specific game operation that is assumed to be of high interest to the player, even if the player accidentally establishes the cancellation condition, Execution can be guaranteed, and the player can be prevented from being greatly discouraged.

Feature A27. The plurality of types of specific game operations include a first specific game operation (first freeze effect, second freeze effect) and a second specific game operation (third freeze effect) having a lower selection probability than the first specific game operation. ) And
The gaming machine according to feature A26, wherein the specific game operation is the second specific game operation.

  In the present configuration, the specific game operation can be released in association with the level of interest of the player by making the configuration of the release target different according to the selection probability (occurrence probability). Whether or not can be separated. As a result, even if the player mistakenly establishes the release condition for the specific game operation assumed to be of high interest to the player, the execution can be guaranteed, and the player is greatly discouraged. Can be avoided.

Feature A28. The lottery result of the lottery means becomes a predetermined specific shift result (BB win or VB win), and a pattern combination for transfer corresponding to the specific shift result (a pattern combination corresponding to the BB combination or VB mode) at the effective position. ) Is stopped, a game state transition means (a function of executing a winning result correspondence process by the main control device 101) for shifting to an advantageous state (BB, VB mode) advantageous to the player,
When the lottery result becomes the specific transfer result, the winning state of the specific transfer result is carried over until the pattern combination for the transfer stops at the effective position,
When the cancellation is performed by the cancellation means in a situation where the specific transfer result is in the winning state or the carryover state, the notification means is provided for notifying that the specific transfer result has been won. The gaming machine according to any one of features A1 to A27.

  According to the above configuration, it is possible to notify the player that the specific game result has been won when the specific game operation is canceled. As a result, it is possible to cancel the execution of the specific game operation after the player has reliably recognized that the result is the specific transition result, and to specify the result even though the player does not recognize the result. Release of the execution of the game operation can be more suitably suppressed.

  It should be noted that, for each configuration of the features A1 to A28, the technical configuration shown by any one of the features B1 to B19, the features C1 to C23, the features D1 to D16, the features E1 to E12, and the features F1 to F17. The ideas can be applied individually, or the technical ideas can be combined and applied. When applying the technical ideas in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic B group>
Feature B1. A plurality of revolving bodies (each reel 32L, 32M, 32R) to which a plurality of types of patterns are attached in the circumferential direction;
A display unit (display windows 26L, 26M, 26R) for making a part of the pattern visible for each of the orbiting bodies;
Starting operation means (start lever 41) for starting orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Drive control means (reel control by the main control device 101) for starting the rotation of each of the orbiting bodies when the start operation means is operated, and for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. Function to perform processing),
A lottery means (a function of executing a lottery process by the main control device 101) for performing a lottery to determine whether or not to give a privilege to a player based on an operation of the start operation means;
When the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined result and a predetermined pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined result is stopped at an effective position visible through the display unit, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined result is given. Possible privilege granting means (function of executing payout determination processing by main controller 101);
A gaming machine comprising:
The game state includes a plurality of game states including a first game state (normal game state) and a second game state (BB state or VB mode) which is more advantageous for the player than the first game state. ,
When the lottery result by the lottery means becomes a predetermined specific shift result (BB win or VB win), a predetermined shift condition (BB winning or fourth and fifth replay winning) is satisfied. Transfer determination means (a function of executing a winning result correspondence process by the main control device 101),
A game state transition means for transitioning the game state from the first game state to the second game state when the transition determination means determines that the transition condition is satisfied (a prize result correspondence process by the main control device 101) Function to execute)
After the lottery result of the lottery means becomes the specific shift result, if a predetermined condition is satisfied by a predetermined timing before shifting to the second game state (a stop operation for stopping a reach eye is performed). ), The first effect execution means (reel control processing by the main control device 101) for executing a first effect (stop display of a specific reach) in which the player can recognize that the specific shift result has been obtained. Function to perform)
The player can recognize that the specific transition result has been obtained, and performs a second production (freeze production) different from the first production after the predetermined timing and before the transition to the second gaming state. Second effect execution means to be executed (a function of executing a rotation effect process by the main control device 101);
When the first effect is executed by the first effect executing means, the second effect restricting means capable of restricting the execution of the second effect by the second effect executing means (freeze release by the main control device 101) Function to execute the process for recovering and freezing)
A gaming machine comprising:

  In the above configuration, the first effect and the second effect are set as an effect that allows the player to recognize that the specific transition result has been obtained, that is, as a finalized effect of the specific transition result. By diversifying the confirmed effects as described above, the range of the effects can be expanded, and the interest can be improved. However, there is a characteristic that the player can grasp the specific transition result if at least one confirmed effect is performed, and even if a plurality of such effects are performed, the player feels troublesome and rather reduces the effect of the effect. It can be. In this regard, in the present configuration, if the predetermined condition is satisfied by a predetermined timing before the transition to the second gaming state (advantageous state) after the lottery result becomes the specific transition result, the first rendering is performed as the finalized rendering. Is executed, and at the same time, the execution of the second effect is restricted. Thereby, it is possible to suppress the first effect and the second effect from being performed in duplicate for one winning to the specific transition result.

  Feature B2. The gaming machine according to Feature B1, wherein the second effect restricting means does not execute the second effect when the predetermined condition is satisfied by the predetermined timing.

  According to the above configuration, the second effect is not executed when the first effect is executed due to the satisfaction of the predetermined condition, and it is possible to preferably suppress the repeated execution of the fixed effect.

Feature B3. When the lottery result of the lottery means becomes the specific shift result, an execution timing setting means for setting an execution timing of the second effect (a function of executing a BB winning process and a VB mode winning process by the main control device 101) )
The gaming machine according to Feature B2, wherein the predetermined timing is the execution timing set by the execution timing setting means.

  According to the above configuration, when the lottery result of the lottery means is a specific shift result, the execution timing of the second effect is set, and the set timing is a time limit for allowing the satisfaction of the predetermined condition. With such a configuration, while appropriately securing the execution period of the second effect when the predetermined condition is not satisfied, a grace period for satisfying the condition (the condition for disabling the second effect) is satisfied. A long period can be secured.

  Feature B4. Notification execution means for executing a predetermined notification (freeze stock has been released) by which a player can recognize that the second performance is not to be executed when the second effect is not executed by the second effect restriction means. The gaming machine according to Feature B2 or Feature B3, comprising: (a function of executing the process of Step S3813 by the main control device 101).

  In the above configuration, if the second effect is not executed while there is a possibility that the second effect is executed, a notification to that effect is executed. Thus, for example, when the second effect is executed on the adjacent gaming machine but the second effect is not executed on the own gaming machine, the inconvenience that the player suspects the malfunction of the gaming machine or the like is suppressed. Is done. Further, by performing the above-described notification, it is possible to notify a player who has established the predetermined condition without knowing the existence of the second effect and the fact that the second effect can be executed, to notify the existence of the second effect and the like. it can.

Feature B5. Grasping means for grasping the timing of establishment of the predetermined condition (a function of executing the processing of steps S3802 to S3806, step S3803, and step S3812 by main controller 101);
A notification switching unit (a function of executing the process of step S3812 by the main control device 101) for switching whether or not to execute the predetermined notification by the notification execution unit based on a grasping result of the grasping unit;
The gaming machine according to Feature B4, comprising:

  In the above configuration, it is possible to determine whether the predetermined condition is satisfied, and switch whether or not to perform the predetermined notification based on the result. Thus, the above-described notification can be made after determining that the player is a player who has satisfied the predetermined condition, knowing that the second effect can be made non-executable. For example, by making the above-mentioned notification not be performed for such a player, it is possible to prevent the above-mentioned notification from interfering with the game, and to provide another player with the second effect, etc. Can be notified. In the case where the predetermined condition is satisfied by the establishment of a plurality of conditions, the “establishment timing” in this feature can be interpreted as the establishment timing of the final condition.

  Feature B6. The gaming machine according to Feature B5, wherein the grasping means grasps the number of games or a period from when a lottery result of the lottery means becomes the specific shift result to when the predetermined condition is satisfied.

  In the above configuration, whether or not to perform the predetermined notification is switched according to the number of games or the period from when the lottery result becomes the specific shift result until the predetermined condition is satisfied. Thus, after the specific transition result, the notification can be switched based on, for example, whether the predetermined condition is satisfied.

Feature B7. When the lottery result of the lottery means becomes the specific shift result, an execution timing setting means for setting an execution timing of the second effect (a function of executing a BB winning process and a VB mode winning process by the main control device 101) )
The notification switching unit may be configured to determine that the timing of establishment of the predetermined condition grasped by the grasping unit is a specific timing before the execution timing of the second effect set by the execution timing setting unit and before the execution timing. After that, the predetermined notification is executed, and if the timing of establishment of the predetermined condition grasped by the grasping means is earlier than the specific timing, the predetermined notification is not executed. The gaming machine according to Feature B5 or Feature B6.

  In the above-described configuration, when the predetermined condition is delayed, it is determined that the possibility that the second effect has been established without knowing that the second effect is present or that the second effect can be canceled is determined, and the predetermined notification is executed. As a result, it is possible to appropriately notify the player who has been established without knowing the existence of the second effect and the like. On the other hand, if the predetermined condition is quickly satisfied, it is determined that there is a high possibility that the predetermined condition is known and satisfied, and the above notification is not performed. Thus, it is possible to prevent a player who has known and established the notification from being bothered.

  When the present feature is applied to the above feature B6, the configuration of the present feature is referred to as “the notification switching unit determines that the number of games or the period grasped by the grasping unit is equal to or more than a predetermined game number or equal to or longer than a predetermined period. A predetermined notification is executed, and when the number of games or the period grasped by the grasping means is less than the predetermined number of games or less than the predetermined period, the predetermined notice is not executed. " It can also be expressed as

Feature B8. An operation means (payment switch 59) which is different from the start operation means and the stop operation means and which can be operated by a player;
The gaming machine according to any of features B1 to B7, wherein the predetermined condition is satisfied when a predetermined operation is performed by the operation means.

  According to the above configuration, since the operating means used when the predetermined condition is satisfied is different from the start operating means and the stop operating means which are easy for the player to touch, the player does not intend to perform the predetermined operation. Performing the operation can be suppressed.

  Feature B9. When the predetermined condition is satisfied by the predetermined timing and a specific condition different from the predetermined condition is satisfied (when the settlement switch 59 is operated), the second effect restriction unit does not perform the second effect. The gaming machine according to Feature B1, wherein the gaming machine is to be executed.

  In the above configuration, when both the predetermined condition and the specific condition are satisfied, the second effect is not executed. In this case, a player who needs only the first effect only needs to satisfy both the predetermined condition and the specific condition. In fact, a player who wants to see the second effect but erroneously establishes the predetermined condition, After the predetermined condition is satisfied, the specific condition need not be satisfied. Also, a player who wants to watch both the first effect and the second effect can execute both the fixed effects if only the predetermined condition is satisfied. In other words, according to the present configuration, while suppressing the repeated execution of the definite effect, it is possible to rescue a player who has erroneously fulfilled the predetermined condition regardless of whether the second effect is desired or to perform the first effect. It is possible to respond to the request of the player who wants to see both the and the second effect.

  Feature B10. When the predetermined condition is satisfied, a specific notification executing means (display control) for executing a specific notification that allows the player to recognize that the second effect can be prevented from being executed (the freeze stock can be released by pressing the settlement switch). The gaming machine according to Feature B9, further comprising a function of executing the process of Step S4603 by the device 81).

  According to the above configuration, it is possible to prompt the player to perform an operation for preventing the second effect from being executed (operation for satisfying the second condition), and it is possible to preferably suppress repeated execution of the fixed effect. become.

Feature B11. The specific condition is satisfied when a specific operation is performed by a player,
The feature B10 according to the feature B10, wherein the specific notification is a notification that the second effect is not executed due to the specific operation being performed, and that the player can recognize an operation mode of the specific operation. Gaming machine.

  In the above configuration, since a specific operation for not executing the second effect is notified, the player is not confused by the operation, and it is possible to more appropriately suppress the repeated execution of the fixed effect. .

  Feature B12. The gaming machine according to Feature B10 or Feature B11, wherein the specific notification is not executed when the predetermined condition is not satisfied.

  According to the above configuration, the specific notification is a prior notification that the second effect is to be executed, and it is possible to substantially suppress the inconvenience that the specific notification is a confirmed effect.

Feature B13. An operation means (payment switch 59) which is different from the start operation means and the stop operation means and which can be operated by a player;
The gaming machine according to any of features B9 to B12, wherein at least one of the predetermined condition and the specific condition is satisfied by an operation using the operation means.

  According to the above configuration, at least one of the predetermined condition and the specific condition is established by an operation using an operation unit different from the start operation unit and the stop operation unit that is easy for the player to touch. It can be suppressed that the user unintentionally fulfills those conditions.

  Feature B14. The second effect limiting means executes the second effect when the predetermined condition and a specific condition different from the predetermined condition are satisfied by the predetermined timing (when the settlement switch 59 is operated), The gaming machine according to Feature B1, wherein when the predetermined condition is satisfied and the specific condition is not satisfied by the predetermined timing, the second effect is not executed.

  In the above configuration, the second effect is not executed when only the predetermined condition is satisfied by the predetermined timing, and the second effect is executed when both the predetermined condition and the specific condition are satisfied by the predetermined timing. Is done. In this case, the player who only needs to perform the first effect needs to execute the first operation and not execute the second operation. On the other hand, a player who actually wants to see the second effect but erroneously establishes the predetermined condition only needs to establish the specific condition after the establishment of the predetermined condition. Similarly, a player who wants to see both the first effect and the second effect may also satisfy both the predetermined condition and the specific condition. As described above, according to the present configuration, it is possible to relieve a player who erroneously establishes a predetermined condition regardless of whether he / she wants to see the second effect while suppressing the repeated execution of the fixed effect, It is possible to respond to a request of a player who wants to see both the effect and the second effect.

  Feature B15. When the predetermined condition is satisfied, a specific notification executing means (a function of executing the process of step S5502 by the display control device 81) for executing a specific notification that allows the player to recognize that the second effect is not performed is provided. The gaming machine according to Feature B14, wherein

  In the above configuration, by executing the specific notification, the player who has selected the execution of the first effect is notified that the second effect is not executed and that an operation for satisfying the specific condition thereafter is unnecessary. be able to. On the other hand, the player who wants to see both the first and second effects is notified that the specific condition needs to be satisfied, and the convenience for such a player can be improved. .

  Feature B16. When the predetermined condition is satisfied, the second effect can be executed or a specific notification executing means for executing a specific notification that enables the player to recognize an operation for the second effect (the processing of step S5502 by the display control device 81) The game machine according to Feature B14 or Feature B15, comprising:

  According to the above configuration, even if the player does not know in advance that both the first effect and the second effect can be executed and the necessary operation for the same, the necessary operation is appropriately performed when the player wants to see both effects. It is possible to do. When this feature is applied to feature B15, notification of the same feature and notification of this feature may be performed simultaneously or separately.

Feature B17. An operation means (payment switch 59) which is different from the start operation means and the stop operation means and which can be operated by a player;
The gaming machine according to any of features B14 to B16, wherein at least one of the predetermined condition and the specific condition is satisfied by an operation using the operation unit.

  According to the above configuration, at least one of the predetermined condition and the specific condition is established by an operation using an operation unit different from the start operation unit and the stop operation unit that is easy for the player to touch. It can be suppressed that the user unintentionally fulfills those conditions.

  Feature B18. The gaming machine according to any of features B1 to B17, wherein the predetermined condition is satisfied when a predetermined operation is performed by a player.

  According to the above configuration, when the player performs a predetermined operation, which of the first effect and the second effect is prioritized is switched, so that the player can select an effect that he or she wants to see while deciding. It becomes possible to suppress the duplication of effects.

  Feature B19. The gaming machine according to Feature B18, wherein the predetermined operation is an operation using the stop operation unit.

  In the gaming machine according to the present configuration, the game is advanced by starting the orbiting of the orbiting body by operating the start operation means and stopping the orbiting body by operating the stop operation means. Under such a premise, the selection operation is performed easily by performing a normal game by determining whether to give priority to the first effect or the second effect by a predetermined operation using the stop operation means. This makes it possible to make the configuration easy to perform the selection operation.

  It should be noted that, for each configuration of the features B1 to B19, the technical configuration shown by any one of the features A1 to A28, the features C1 to C23, the features D1 to D16, the features E1 to E12, and the features F1 to F17. The ideas can be applied individually, or the technical ideas can be combined and applied. When applying the technical ideas in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic C group>
Feature C1. A plurality of revolving bodies (each reel 32L, 32M, 32R) to which a plurality of types of patterns are attached in the circumferential direction;
A display unit (display windows 26L, 26M, 26R) for making a part of the pattern visible for each of the orbiting bodies;
Starting operation means (start lever 41) for starting orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Drive control means (reel control by the main control device 101) for starting the rotation of each of the orbiting bodies when the start operation means is operated, and for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. Function to perform processing),
A lottery means (a function of executing a lottery process by the main control device 101) for performing a lottery to determine whether or not to give a privilege to a player based on an operation of the start operation means;
When the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined result and a predetermined pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined result is stopped at an effective position visible through the display unit, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined result is given. Possible privilege granting means (function of executing payout determination processing by main controller 101);
A gaming machine comprising:
The game state includes a plurality of game states including a first game state (normal game state) and a second game state (BB state or VB mode) which is more advantageous for the player than the first game state. ,
If the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined specific shift result (BB win or VB win), whether a predetermined shift condition (BB winning or fourth and fifth replay winning) is satisfied (A function of executing a winning result correspondence process by the main control device 101)
When the transition determination unit determines that the transition condition is satisfied, a game state transition unit that transitions the gaming state from the first gaming state to the second gaming state (the prize result handling process performed by the main control device 101). Function to perform)
When the lottery result of the lottery means is the specific transition result, it is determined that the specific transition result has been reached in the specific game after the game winning the specific transition result and before the second gaming state. Effect setting means (a function of executing a BB winning process or a VB mode winning process by the main control device 101) for setting a specific effect (freeze effect) recognizable by the user;
In a specific situation where the execution of the specific effect is set by the specific effect setting means, when a first operation (stop operation at a timing at which the reach eyes do not stop) is performed by the player, the identification is performed in the specific game. Specific effect executing means for executing an effect (a function of executing a rotation effect process by main controller 101);
When a second operation different from the first operation is performed by the player in the specific situation (a stop operation at a timing at which the reach stops), a specific effect restriction capable of restricting execution of the specific effect. Means (a function of executing a freeze release process by the main control device 101);
A gaming machine comprising:

  In the above configuration, the special effect is set as the effect when the lottery result of the lottery means is the specific shift result. This specific effect allows the player to recognize that the specific transition result has been obtained, and functions as a definite effect of the specific transition result. For this reason, the player can sense that the specific transition result has been obtained internally by looking at the confirmed effect. However, there are some players who realize that a specific transition result has been obtained from another effect or the like, and consider that it is not necessary to look at the finalized effect again, and it is desirable to be able to meet the demands of such players. In this regard, in the present configuration, when a specific transition result is obtained in the lottery process, the execution of the fixed effect is set by setting the fixed effect to be performed in a specific game subsequent to the game having the result. From the moment when it is actually executed. Then, utilizing this period, if the second operation is performed during the period, the execution of the fixed effect is limited. For this reason, it is possible to respond to the request of the player who does not want to see the confirmed effect. On the other hand, if the first operation is performed during the above period, the fixed effect is executed as originally set, which is convenient for a player who wants to view the fixed effect. That is, if each player selects and executes the first operation and the second operation in accordance with the preference and the mental state of each case, it is possible to change whether or not to execute the fixed effect, and for any player, It becomes possible to realize a gaming machine that is easy to play.

Feature C2. A normal game operation in which the drive control means starts the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the starting operation means is operated, and stops the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. age,
A specific drive control means (a function of executing a rotation effect process by the main control device 101) for controlling each of the orbital bodies so that a specific game operation (freeze effect) in which start or progress of the normal game operation is restricted is performed. Prepared,
The gaming machine according to feature C1, wherein the specific effect is the specific game operation.

  The specific game action can enhance the game effect and enhance the effect, but on the other hand, in order to limit the start or progress of the normal game action, it also imposes a restriction on the player who can not proceed with the game for a certain period of time Become. For this reason, some players may not want to execute a specific game operation. By applying the configuration of the feature C1 to such a configuration, a configuration that is useful for a player who does not want to execute a specific game operation can be provided.

  Feature C3. The gaming machine according to feature C1 or feature C2, wherein the specific effect restricting means prevents the specific effect from being executed when the second operation is performed in the specific situation.

  According to the above-described configuration, by performing the second operation, it is possible to prevent a preset fixed effect from being executed, and to provide a configuration useful for a player who does not want a fixed effect.

Feature C4. The specific effect execution means executes a first specific effect as the specific effect,
When the second operation is performed in the specific situation, the second specific effect is different from the first specific effect and allows the player to recognize that the specific transition result has been obtained (short freeze effect). A second specific effect execution means for executing
The gaming machine according to Feature C3, wherein the second specific effect is an effect in which the effect period is shorter than the first specific effect or the effect can be ended by a player's operation.

  For example, if the configuration is such that the execution of the confirmed effect itself is canceled when the second operation is performed, it is impossible for the player who has performed the second operation by accident to see the confirmed effect, and the specific shift result is detected due to an erroneous operation. Causes inconvenience that is difficult. Therefore, in the present configuration, in consideration of such a player, when the second operation is performed, the effect period is shorter than the initially set final effect (first specific effect). It is configured to execute another defined effect (second specific effect). In this case, even for a player who does not want the finalized effect, the annoyance is reduced as compared with the case where the first specific effect is performed. That is, according to the present configuration, it is possible to provide a configuration in which a player who has performed the second operation unintentionally can view the finalized effect, and also considers a player who does not want the finalized effect.

  Note that this configuration is particularly effective when the first specific effect is a specific game operation (the effect cannot be ended by the player's intention) as in the feature C2. In this case, the second specific effect may be a specific game operation or an effect other than the specific game operation (for example, an image effect or the like in which the effect can be ended by a player's intention). In the former case, the second specific effect may be a specific game operation in which an effect period (execution period) is shorter than the specific game operation as the first specific effect (for example, the first specific effect is a long freeze and the second specific effect is a second game). Specific production is short freeze). On the other hand, in the latter case, the second specific effect does not necessarily have to have an effect period (execution period) shorter than the specific game operation as the first specific effect, and the effect is ended by the player's intention. What can be made to be able to do. In addition, the feature is “a specific notification (short freeze effect) in which the second operation is performed in the specific situation and is different from the specific effect and notifies that the specific shift result has been won. Is provided, and the specific notification can end the notification by an operation of the player. "

Feature C5. An operation determining unit configured to determine whether the first operation or the second operation has been performed in one or more predetermined games before the execution timing of the specific effect in the specific situation,
The feature according to Feature C3 or Feature C4, wherein the specific effect limiting unit is configured to prevent the specific effect from being executed when the operation determining unit determines that the second operation has been performed. Gaming machine.

  In the above configuration, the entire period from when the execution of the specific effect is set to when the effect is executed is not the operation monitoring target, but only a part of the game is the operation monitoring target. Therefore, the player only has to select whether or not to perform the second operation in a part of the game. For example, a player who desires to execute a specific effect does not perform the second operation during the entire period. You don't have to worry about it. This makes it easier for the player to concentrate on the game. In addition, since only some of the games are operation monitoring targets, the processing load of the control processing can be reduced.

  In addition, the present feature may further include a feature that “the specific effect restricting unit executes the specific effect when the operation determining unit determines that the first operation is performed”.

Feature C6. When the second operation is performed, release notification executing means (step S3813 by the main control device 101) capable of performing release notification (freeze stock has been released) by which the player can recognize that the specific effect is not executed. Function to execute the process),
Grasping means for grasping the execution timing of the second operation (the function of executing the processing of steps S3802 to S3806, step S3803, and step S3812 by main controller 101);
A notification switching unit (a function of executing the processing of step S3812 by the main control device 101) for switching whether or not to execute the release notification by the release notification execution unit based on a result of the determination by the determination unit;
The gaming machine according to any of features C3 to C5, comprising:

  The notification that the specific effect has been canceled is a notification that the canceling operation has been received and is convenient for the player who has performed the second operation with the intention of canceling the specific effect. However, on the other hand, a player who has accidentally performed the second operation without intention to cancel the game will be notified that the specific effect that should have been able to be viewed cannot be viewed. May be discouraged. In this regard, in the present configuration, the execution timing of the second operation is grasped, and whether to perform the notification is switched based on the result. With this, it is possible to determine whether or not the execution of the second operation is based on the intention of the player, and to perform the above-described notification, and to discourage the player who has unintentionally canceled execution of the specific effect. While suppressing, it is possible to notify the player who has intentionally released the game that the release operation has been received. When the second operation is made up of a plurality of operations, the “execution timing” in this feature can be understood as the execution timing of the final operation.

  Feature C7. The feature C6 wherein the grasping means grasps the number of games or a period from when the execution of the specific effect is set by the specific effect setting means to when the second operation is executed. Gaming machine.

  In the above configuration, whether or not to perform the release notification is switched according to the number of games or the period from when the execution of the specific effect is set to when the second operation is executed. Thus, after the execution of the specific effect is set, the release notification can be switched based on whether the second operation has been performed immediately. Therefore, it is possible to appropriately perform the notification according to whether or not the operation is for the purpose of not performing the specific effect.

  Feature C8. The notification switching unit, when the execution timing of the second operation grasped by the grasping unit is earlier than a predetermined timing before the execution timing of the specific production set by the specific production setting unit, Release notification is executed, and when the execution timing of the second operation grasped by the grasping means is after the predetermined timing, the cancellation notice is not executed. The gaming machine according to C6 or C7.

  In the above configuration, when the second operation is performed immediately after the setting of the specific effect, the player who knows that the execution of the specific effect can be canceled and the player who knows the cancellation method has the intention to cancel the second effect. It is considered that the operation has been performed, and the notification that the specific effect is not executed is executed. On the other hand, if the second operation is performed late after the setting of the specific effect, the player who does not know that the execution of the specific effect can be canceled or does not know the canceling method accidentally performs the second operation without intention of canceling. It is deemed to have been made and the above notification is not executed. As a result, it is possible to appropriately determine whether or not the intentional release is performed, and selectively use whether to execute the notification.

  In addition, when this feature is applied to the above feature C7, the configuration of this feature is referred to as “the notification switching unit determines that the number of games or the period grasped by the grasping unit is less than a predetermined number of games or less than a predetermined period. The cancellation notification is executed by the cancellation notification executing means, and when the number of games or the period grasped by the grasping means is equal to or more than the predetermined number of games or equal to or longer than the predetermined period, the cancellation notification executing means In such a manner that the cancellation notification is not executed. "

Feature C9. Grasping means for grasping the execution timing of the second operation;
The feature C3 to C8, wherein the specific effect limiting device includes a release switching device that switches whether or not the specific effect is not executed based on a grasp result of the grasping device. A gaming machine according to claim 1.

  In the above-described configuration, the execution of the second operation is not uniformly performed, and the execution timing of the second operation is grasped. Switch. Thereby, it is possible to determine whether or not the execution of the second operation is based on the intention of the player and not to execute the specific effect, thereby suppressing occurrence of unwilling cancellation for the player. It becomes possible.

  It should be noted that this feature may be configured to grasp the number of games or the period from when the execution of the specific effect is set to when the second operation is executed, following the feature C7. Further, according to the feature C8, a configuration may be adopted in which the release is executed when the execution timing of the second operation is early, and is not executed when the execution timing is late.

  Feature C10. The specific effect restricting unit may be configured to perform the second operation and a third operation (operation of the settlement switch 59) that is the same as or different from the second operation in the specific situation. The gaming machine according to the feature C1 or the feature C2, wherein the specific effect is not executed.

  In the above configuration, when not only the second operation but also both the second operation and the third operation are executed, the execution of the specific effect is canceled. Thus, even if the player accidentally performs the second operation, the specific effect is not immediately rendered unexecuted thereby, and the occurrence of unwilling cancellation for the player can be suppressed. . On the other hand, for a player who does not want to execute the specific effect, the execution of the specific effect can be avoided by executing both the second operation and the third operation.

  Note that, in this feature, the third operation may be the first operation. When the player who has performed the second operation by mistake corrects the display and indicates the intention to execute the specific effect, the correction is performed by the first operation originally positioned as the operation that desires the execution of the specific effect. If possible, it can be easy for the player to understand.

Feature C11. The specific effect execution means executes a first specific effect as the specific effect,
When the second operation or the third operation is performed in the specific situation, a second specific effect that is different from the first specific effect and allows the player to recognize that the specific transition result has been obtained. (Second shortage production) to perform the second specific production execution means,
The gaming machine according to Feature C10, wherein the second specific effect is an effect in which the effect period is shorter than the first specific effect or the effect can be ended by a player's operation.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to obtain the same effect as the above feature C4. In addition, this configuration is particularly effective when the first specific effect is a specific game operation (the effect cannot be ended by the player's intention) as in the feature C2. In this case, the second specific effect may be a specific game operation or an effect other than the specific game operation (for example, an image effect or the like in which the effect can be ended by a player's intention). In the former case, the second specific effect may be a specific game operation in which an effect period (execution period) is shorter than the specific game operation as the first specific effect (for example, the first specific effect is a long freeze and the second specific effect is a second game). Specific production is short freeze). On the other hand, in the latter case, the second specific effect does not necessarily have to have an effect period (execution period) shorter than the specific game operation as the first specific effect. It may be one that can be terminated.

  Feature C12. The gaming machine according to Feature C11, wherein the second specific effect execution means executes the second specific effect in a game prior to the specific game.

  For example, if the first specific effect and the second specific effect are executed at the same time, the selection of these effects is alternative for the player. At this time, it is conceivable that the first specific effect and the second specific effect are simultaneously executed, but there is a possibility that the control load is increased or the player becomes difficult to understand. In this regard, in this configuration, the first specific effect is performed in a game prior to the specific game, so that the above-described inconvenience can be suppressed, and a configuration that is convenient for a player who wants to view both effects is provided. Can be.

  Feature C13. When the second operation is performed in the specific situation, an operation notification that allows the player to recognize that the specific effect is not performed when the third operation is performed (freeze stock can be released by pressing a checkout switch). The gaming machine according to any one of features C10 to C12, further comprising an operation notification execution unit (a function of executing the process of step S4603 by the display control device 81) for executing the operation notification execution unit.

  In the above configuration, at the stage of performing the second operation, the player is notified that the specific effect will not be executed when the third operation is performed. As a result, a player who has performed the second operation by accident without intention to release can be careful not to perform the third operation, and it is possible to suppress occurrence of unintentional release for the player. It becomes possible.

Feature C14. Grasping means for grasping the execution timing of the third operation;
The gaming machine according to any one of features C10 to C13, further comprising a release switching unit that switches whether or not to execute the release by the specific effect restriction unit based on the result of the determination by the determination unit. .

  In the above-described configuration, the execution of the third operation is not uniformly performed, and the execution timing of the third operation is grasped. Switch. Thereby, it is possible to determine whether or not the execution of the second operation and the third operation is based on the intention of the player and not to execute the specific effect. Generation can be suppressed.

  Note that, with respect to this feature, the configuration may be such that the number of games or the period from when the execution of the specific effect is set to when the third operation is executed is grasped, following the feature C7. Further, according to the feature C8, a configuration may be adopted in which the cancellation is executed when the execution timing of the third operation is early, and the cancellation is not executed when the execution timing is late.

  Feature C15. After the second operation is performed in the specific situation, the specific effect restricting unit may execute a third operation different from the second operation before the execution timing of the specific effect set by the specific effect setting unit. If performed, the specific effect is executed, and after the second operation is performed in the specific situation, if the third operation is not performed before the execution timing, the specific effect is not executed. The gaming machine according to feature C1 or feature C2, wherein

  In the above configuration, when the execution of the specific effect is set, the specific effect is not executed unless the third operation is executed after the execution of the second operation. Therefore, for a player who does not want to execute the specific effect, the execution of the specific effect can be canceled by performing only the second operation among the above operations, and the labor required for canceling the specific effect can be reduced. On the other hand, when the third operation is executed after the execution of the second operation, the specific effect is executed. Therefore, even when the player who wants to execute the specific effect accidentally performs the second operation, the specific operation can be executed by performing the third operation. That is, cancellation of the specific effect can be canceled. As described above, according to this configuration, the release operation is simplified for a player who does not want to execute the specific effect, but the release operation is erroneously performed for the player who wants to execute the specific effect. Can be remedied even if it is done.

  Feature C16. The specific effect restricting unit is configured to execute the third operation by a predetermined timing before the execution timing of the specific effect set by the specific effect setting unit after the second operation is performed in the specific situation. The gaming machine according to Feature C15, further comprising means for canceling the execution of the specific effect (a function of executing the processing of Steps S5402 to S5407 by the main control device 101) when not performed.

  In the above configuration, the execution of the specific effect is canceled when the second operation is performed, and then, when the third operation is performed, the cancellation is invalidated. , The execution of the specific effect is canceled after the elapse of a period in which cancellation (invalidation of cancellation) is possible. For example, when the second operation is performed, the cancellation processing of the specific effect is executed once, and then, when the third operation is performed, the cancellation processing of the cancellation processing is executed. Each must be performed. In this regard, in the present configuration, when the third operation is performed after the second operation is performed, neither the cancellation process nor the invalidation process is performed, and it is only necessary to keep the original execution setting as it is. Therefore, the processing load required for the control processing can be significantly reduced. In addition, although cancellation processing is required when the third operation is not performed after the second operation is performed, the invalidation processing is not executed itself, so that the configuration for that can be omitted. Therefore, the configuration can be simplified.

  Further, in the configuration in which the specific effect is temporarily canceled and the cancellation is invalidated by executing the third operation, when the cancellation is invalidated (when the specific effect is restored), the initial setting made by the specific effect setting means ( A problem arises in how to achieve the matching with the execution timing of the specific effect, etc., and a countermeasure for that is required. In this regard, in the present configuration, when the second operation and the third operation are executed, the specific effect only needs to be executed in accordance with the initial setting made by the specific effect setting means. It can be configured.

  Note that the present feature is that “the specific effect limiting unit is configured to perform the specific operation after the second operation is performed in the specific situation, by a predetermined timing before the execution timing of the specific effect set by the specific effect setting unit. When the third operation is performed, the execution of the specific effect is not released, and when the third operation is not performed by the predetermined timing, the execution of the specific effect is released. " You can also.

Feature C17. The specific effect execution means executes a first specific effect as the specific effect,
When the second operation is performed in the specific situation, the second specific effect is different from the first specific effect and allows the player to recognize that the specific transition result has been obtained (short freeze effect). A second specific effect execution means for executing
The game according to Feature C15 or Feature C16, wherein the second specific effect is an effect in which the effect period is shorter than the first specific effect or the effect can be ended by a player's operation. Machine.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to obtain the same effect as the above feature C4. In addition, this configuration is particularly effective when the first specific effect is a specific game operation (the effect cannot be ended by the player's intention) as in the above-described feature C2. In this case, the second specific effect may be a specific game operation or an effect other than the specific game operation (for example, an image effect or the like in which the effect can be ended by a player's intention). In the former case, the second specific effect may be a specific game operation in which an effect period (execution period) is shorter than the specific game operation as the first specific effect (for example, the first specific effect is a long freeze and the second specific effect is a second game). Specific production is short freeze). On the other hand, in the latter case, the second specific effect does not necessarily have to have an effect period (execution period) shorter than the specific game operation as the first specific effect. It may be one that can be terminated.

  Feature C18. In the case where the second operation is performed in the specific situation, the release that performs the release notification that enables the player to recognize that the release operation for releasing the execution of the specific effect has been performed or that the specific effect has not been performed. The gaming machine according to any of features C15 to C17, further comprising a notification execution unit (a function of executing the process of step S5502 by the display control device 81).

  In the above configuration, by executing the release notification, it is possible to notify the player who wants to release the execution of the specific effect that the release operation has been accepted and that the subsequent operation is unnecessary. On the other hand, the player who does not want to release the notification is notified that the third operation needs to be performed, and it is possible to suppress occurrence of inconvenience that the specific game operation is released against the player's intention.

  Feature C19. When the second operation is performed in the specific situation, the specific effect can be performed, or specific notification executing means (display control device 81) that performs specific notification that enables a player to recognize an operation for the specific effect. The gaming machine according to any one of features C15 to C18, characterized by having a function of executing the process of step S5502 according to (1).

  According to the above configuration, even if the player does not know in advance that a specific effect can be executed or a necessary operation for the specific effect, the cancel can be appropriately canceled if the user does not want to cancel the specific effect. . When this feature is applied to feature C18, release notification and specific notification may be performed simultaneously or separately.

  Feature C20. The gaming machine according to any of features C1 to C19, wherein the first operation and the second operation are operations using the stop operation means.

  In the gaming machine having the above-mentioned feature C1, the game is advanced by starting the orbiting of the orbiting body by operating the start operation means and stopping the orbiting body by operating the stop operation means. Under such a premise, the first operation and the second operation can be performed using the stop operation means, so that it is possible to easily perform those operations while playing a game. It can be configured to be easy to implement.

  Feature C21. The gaming machine according to Feature C20, wherein the second operation is an operation that is different from the first operation in a stop operation timing after each of the orbiting bodies starts to rotate.

  In the above configuration, the first operation and the second operation can be selectively used only by changing the operation timing of the stop operation means, so that both the first operation and the second operation can be easily performed.

Feature C22. A plurality of types of the specific effects (first freeze effect to third freeze effect) are set,
When the lottery result of the lottery means is the specific transition result, the specific effect setting means selects one of the specific effects from among the plurality of types of the specific effects and sets execution thereof. ,
The specific effect restricting means, when the specific effect set to be executed by the specific effect setting means is a predetermined specific effect (third freeze effect) among the plurality of types of specific effects, Features C1 to C1 characterized by comprising means (a function of executing a freeze release process by the main control device 101) so that the execution of the specific effect is not restricted even when the second operation is executed. A gaming machine according to any of C21.

  According to the above configuration, even if the restriction condition of the specific effect is satisfied, the execution of some of the specific effects is not restricted, so that the execution of the specific effect can be suppressed from being excessively restricted. As a result, it is possible to secure an execution opportunity of the specific effect and secure the significance of providing the specific effect. Also, for example, by setting a specific performance that is not subject to the restriction to a specific performance that is assumed to be of high interest to the player, even if the player accidentally establishes the restriction condition, the execution is not performed. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from being greatly discouraged.

Feature C23. The plurality of types of specific effects include a first specific effect (first freeze effect, second freeze effect) and a second specific effect (third freeze effect) having a lower selection probability than the first specific effect. And
The gaming machine according to Feature C22, wherein the specific effect is the second specific effect.

  In this configuration, whether or not each specific effect can be released in association with the interest of the player by making the configuration different from the restriction target according to the selection probability (occurrence probability) Whether or not can be determined. With this, even if the player mistakenly performs the second operation with respect to the specific effect that is assumed to be of high interest to the player, the execution can be guaranteed, and the player is greatly discouraged. It can be avoided.

  It should be noted that, for each configuration of the above-described features C1 to C23, the technical configuration shown by any one of the features A1 to A28, the features B1 to B19, the features D1 to D16, the features E1 to E12, and the features F1 to F17. The ideas can be applied individually, or the technical ideas can be combined and applied. When applying the technical ideas in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Feature D group>
Feature D1. A plurality of revolving bodies (each reel 32L, 32M, 32R) to which a plurality of types of patterns are attached in the circumferential direction;
A display unit (display windows 26L, 26M, 26R) for making a part of the pattern visible for each of the orbiting bodies;
Starting operation means (start lever 41) for starting orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Drive control means (reel control by the main control device 101) for starting the rotation of each of the orbiting bodies when the start operation means is operated, and for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. Function to perform processing),
A lottery means (a function of executing a lottery process by the main control device 101) for performing a lottery to determine whether or not to give a privilege to a player based on an operation of the start operation means;
When the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined result and a predetermined pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined result is stopped at an effective position visible through the display unit, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined result is given. Privilege granting means that can be granted (a function of executing a payout determination process by the main control device 101);
A gaming machine comprising:
A normal game operation in which the drive control means starts the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the starting operation means is operated, and stops the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. age,
A specific drive control unit (a function of executing a rotation effect process by the main control device 101) for controlling each of the orbital bodies so that a specific game operation (freeze effect) in which start or progress of the normal game operation is restricted is performed; ,
When a specific opportunity (BB win or VB win) occurs, a specific game operation setting means (main control device 101) for setting the specific game operation to be performed in a specific game subsequent to the game in which the specific opportunity has occurred. To execute the BB winning process or the VB mode winning process).
A specific operation unit (payment switch 59) for performing a predetermined game end operation (operation for executing a medal return process) by the player;
When the specific operation means is operated in a specific situation in which the execution of the specific effect is set by the specific effect setting means, it is determined whether or not to execute the specific game operation set by the specific effect setting means. Execution determining means (a function of executing a freeze release process and a freeze return process by the main control device 101);
A gaming machine comprising:

  In the above configuration, when a specific opportunity occurs, a specific game operation different from a normal operation of each orbiting body (normal game operation) is performed. The specific game action can enhance the game effect and enhance the effect, but on the other hand, in order to limit the start or progress of the normal game action, it also imposes a restriction on the player who can not proceed with the game for a certain period of time Become. In other words, there are some players who like the effect and want to see the specific game operation, and some players want to avoid the specific game operation with priority on the game efficiency, and it is desirable that the configuration can be adapted to the needs of each player. In this regard, in this configuration, if the specific operation means (the operation means for performing the game ending operation) is operated in a specific situation in which the execution of the specific game operation is set, the set specific game operation is executed. It is configured to determine whether or not. Therefore, if the specific game operation is determined not to be executed by the operation, a player who does not want the specific game operation can avoid the execution of the specific game operation by operating the specific operation means. . Conversely, if the configuration is such that the specific game operation is determined to be performed by the above-described operation, a player who desires the specific game operation can operate the specific operation means to view the specific game operation. In this way, by operating the specific operation means, it becomes possible to customize the gaming machine according to each player's preference and mental situation, and it is possible to flexibly respond to the needs of each player.

  In addition, as an operation for determining whether or not to execute a specific game operation, an operation of a specific operation unit that is not assumed to be used during a game is assigned. For example, if the determination operation is performed by the start operation means or the like, there is a possibility that the presence or absence of the execution of the specific game operation may be switched due to an erroneous operation.In this configuration, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of such inconvenience become. Furthermore, by using the specific operation means for performing the game end operation also as the operation means for determining whether or not to execute the specific game operation, the dedicated operation means for the determination operation can be omitted. And the structure can be simplified.

  Feature D2. The execution determining means, when the specific operation means is operated during a predetermined specific period (during game execution) among the periods in the specific situation, the execution of the specific game operation set by the specific effect setting means The gaming machine according to Feature D1, wherein the presence or absence of execution is determined.

  In the above configuration, the determination operation is not valid for the entire period in the specific situation, but is valid only for a part of the period. Thereby, it is possible to reduce the risk that the presence or absence of the execution of the specific game operation is determined by the erroneous operation.

  Feature D3. The gaming machine according to Feature D2, wherein the specific period is a period during which at least one of the orbiting bodies is rotating.

  Under a configuration in which the specific operation means for terminating the game also functions as the determination operation means, as a result of the player operating the specific operation means for the purpose of terminating the game, occurrence of the inconvenience in which the execution of the specific game operation is determined is generated. Is assumed. In this regard, in this configuration, the operation of the specific operation means during the execution of the game is treated as the determination operation. It is considered that it is rare for a player who is about to end a game to perform an operation during the execution of the game, and therefore, with this configuration, the player performs a specific operation with the intention of selecting the presence or absence of a specific game operation. When the means is operated, it can be configured to determine whether or not to execute the specific game operation. As a result, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of the inconvenience.

Feature D4. The execution determining means determines whether or not to execute the specific game operation set by the specific effect setting means when the specific operation means is operated in a first period as the specific period,
When the specific operation unit is operated in a second period different from the first period, an end process execution unit (a settlement switch by the main control device 101) that executes a predetermined game end process (game standby period). The gaming machine according to Feature D2 or Feature D3, further comprising a function of executing a corresponding process).

  In a configuration in which the specific operation means for terminating the game also serves as the operation means for determining whether or not to execute the specific game operation, the operation target is the same, so that an error is likely to occur. In this regard, in this configuration, since each function is assigned in association with the period, it is possible to suppress occurrence of an erroneous operation. In addition, the present feature may further include a feature that “the end processing execution means does not execute the game end processing when the specific operation means is operated in the first period”. In this case, when the specific operation means is operated with the intention of selecting the presence or absence of the specific game operation, not only the determination as to whether or not to execute the specific game operation but also the operation to end the game is avoided. It becomes possible to do.

  Feature D5. The gaming machine according to Feature D4, wherein the game cannot be advanced while the end processing execution means is executing the game end processing.

  In the above configuration, since the progress of the game during the execution of the game ending process is prohibited, the game ending process can be appropriately completed. On the other hand, if the player has executed the game termination process without intention of terminating the game, the game is forced to be interrupted. With such a configuration, the configuration of the above-described feature D4 can suppress execution of the game end processing that is unwilling to the player, and can prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

  Feature D6. The gaming machine according to Feature D4 or Feature D5, wherein the second period is a period in which all of the orbiting bodies are stopped.

  In the above configuration, a period in which the probability that the player stops the game, that is, a period in which the probability that the specific operation means is operated for the purpose of terminating the game is high is assigned to the second period. Thereby, when the player operates the specific operation means for the purpose of terminating the game, the processing for terminating the game can be executed.

Feature D7. A first notification execution unit (a function of executing a freeze release process by the main control device 101) that executes a first notification (a freeze stock has been released) when the specific operation unit is operated in the first period; A function of executing the processing of steps S4607 and S5506 by the display control device 81);
A second notification execution unit configured to execute a second notification (during settlement) different from the first notification when the specific operation unit is operated in the second period;
The gaming machine according to any of features D4 to D6, comprising:

  According to the above configuration, even if the specific operation means is operated in either the first period or the second period, a response to the operation is made in the gaming machine, so that the player is notified that each operation is properly received. Can be understood. In addition, since the notification is different between the operation during the first period and the operation during the second period, the operation of the specific operation means performed by the player is performed in the gaming machine for ending the game and for performing the specific game operation. It is possible for the player to easily understand which of the operations for the determination of the game has been accepted.

  Feature D8. A switching operation notification that allows the player to recognize that the execution or non-execution of the specific game operation can be switched by the operation of the specific operation means (the freeze stock can be released by pressing the settlement switch, and the freeze release is to be canceled. Any one of the features D1 to D7, which is provided with a switching operation notifying unit (a function of executing the processing of steps S4603 and S5502 by the display control device 81) for executing the adjustment switch in the case. The gaming machine described.

  According to the above configuration, the player can grasp that the execution or non-execution of the specific game operation can be switched. As a result, even if the player does not know in advance that such switching can be performed, the switching can be performed in accordance with his / her preference.

  Feature D9. The gaming machine according to Feature D8, wherein the switching operation notification means executes the switching operation notification regardless of whether or not the specific situation exists.

  The execution of the switching operation notification is convenient for the player who wants to switch the presence or absence of the specific game operation, but on the other hand, for the player who does not know that the execution of the specific game operation is set. May function as a prior notice that the specific game operation will be performed, and may cause the player to be surprised by the surprise of the specific game operation. In this regard, in this configuration, even when the execution of the specific game operation is not set, the notification for the switching operation is executed, so that the execution of the notification for the switching operation does not uniquely determine the execution of the specific game operation. . Thereby, it is possible to suppress the notification for the switching operation from being the prior notification of the specific game operation.

Feature D10. When the specific operation means is operated for a predetermined period, the game device further includes an end processing execution means for executing a predetermined game end processing,
The gaming machine according to Feature D8 or Feature D9, wherein the switching operation notification means executes the switching operation notification in a period different from the predetermined period.

  When the notification for the switching operation is executed, the player may operate the specific operation means according to the notification. At this time, if the game termination processing is performed by the operation, the game is uselessly interrupted by the player, which may cause discomfort. In this regard, in this configuration, the switching operation notification is performed during a period in which the game end processing is not performed. In this case, even if the player operates the specific operation means in accordance with the notification, the game end processing is not executed, and the interruption of the game does not occur. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the player from feeling uncomfortable.

  It should be noted that "the switching operation notifying means executes the switching operation notification in a period different from the predetermined period" in this feature is that "the switching operation notification unit is in the predetermined period. The notification for the switching operation is not executed. "

  Feature D11. The gaming machine according to any one of features D2 to D10, wherein the specific period is a period in which all of the orbiting bodies are stopped.

  According to the above configuration, when the player ends the game, it is possible to suppress the specific game operation set before the end from remaining. For example, when the specific game operation remains, the specific player performs the specific game operation immediately after the next player starts the game, and as a result, the player who has finished the game has a specific transition result. You may notice and be offended. In this regard, in this configuration, in the case where execution of the specific game operation is set by the specific game operation means, when the player operates the specific operation means to end the game, it is determined whether or not to execute the specific effect. Done. At this time, for example, by determining not to execute the specific effect, when the player operates the specific operation means to end the game, the execution of the specific game operation can be automatically released. Therefore, the execution of the specific game operation immediately after the next player starts the game can be avoided, and the player who has finished the game can be prevented from being offended.

  In addition, the present feature may further include a feature that “when the specific operation unit is operated during the specific period, a unit that cancels or invalidates the winning state of the specific shift result” is provided. In this case, since the winning state of the specific transition result is released in conjunction with the execution of the specific game operation, it is possible to suppress the transition of the gaming state to the second gaming state immediately after the next player starts the game. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player who has finished the game from knowing later that the specific transition result has been obtained, and to prevent the player from feeling bad.

  Feature D12. The execution determining unit determines that the specific game operation set by the specific game operation setting unit is not executed when the specific operation unit is operated in the specific situation. The gaming machine according to any one of D1 to D11.

  According to the above configuration, when the execution of the specific game operation is set, a player who does not want the specific game operation can release the execution by operating the specific operation means. That is, it is possible to avoid executing the specific game operation according to the player's intention. In this feature, "the execution determining means determines that the specific game operation set by the specific game operation setting means is to be executed when the specific operation means is not operated in the specific situation." May be further provided.

  Feature D13. The execution determining means determines that the specific game operation set by the specific game operation setting means is executed when the specific operation means is operated in the specific situation. A gaming machine according to any of features D1 to D11.

  According to the above configuration, when the execution of the specific game operation is set, a player who desires the specific game operation can execute the specific game operation by operating the specific operation means. In addition, in this feature, "the execution determining means determines that the specific game operation set by the specific game operation setting means is not executed when the specific operation means is not operated in the specific situation". Features may be further provided.

Feature D14. Release means (main control device) capable of releasing the execution of the specific game operation set by the specific game operation setting means when a predetermined condition (stop of the reach eye) is satisfied in the specific situation. 101, a function for executing a freeze return process by
The execution determining means, when the specific operation means is operated after the predetermined condition is satisfied in the specific situation, execution of the specific game operation set by the specific game operation setting means is released by the release means The gaming machine according to any of features D1 to D11, wherein the gaming machine is determined not to be performed.

  According to the above configuration, it is possible to cancel the cancellation of the specific game operation by operating the specific operation means when the player who desires the specific game operation erroneously establishes the predetermined condition. That is, according to the present configuration, it is possible to rescue a player who has satisfied the release condition of the specific game operation due to an erroneous operation.

Feature D15. Storage storage means (credit function) for storing and storing the number of virtual game media up to a predetermined number predetermined as a plurality of numbers;
A settlement operation means (payment switch 59) operable by a player,
Payout means (a medal by the main control device 101) capable of paying out at least a number of game media corresponding to the number of the virtual game media stored and stored in the storage storage means when the settlement operation means is operated. Function to execute the return process),
With
The gaming machine according to any of features D1 to D14, wherein the specific operation means is the settlement operation means.

  According to this configuration, in order to realize the configuration described in any of the above features D1 to D14, a practically preferable embodiment can be obtained. When this feature is applied to the configuration described in any one of the features D4, D5, D6, and D10, payout of a number of game media corresponding to the number of virtual game media is performed as a game end process. It will be. In this case, it is possible to appropriately suppress the interruption of the game due to the payout process. In addition, when the payout is performed as the game termination processing, the storage of the number of virtual game media is lost contrary to the player's intention, so the player is forced to reload the game media. become. According to this configuration, it is also possible to reduce the labor of such re-input.

Feature D16. A plurality of revolving bodies (each reel 32L, 32M, 32R) to which a plurality of types of patterns are attached in the circumferential direction;
A display unit (display windows 26L, 26M, 26R) for making a part of the pattern visible for each of the orbiting bodies;
Starting operation means (start lever 41) for starting orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Drive control means (reel control by the main control device 101) for starting the rotation of each of the orbiting bodies when the start operation means is operated, and for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. Function to perform processing),
A lottery means (a function of executing a lottery process by the main control device 101) for performing a lottery to determine whether or not to give a privilege to a player based on an operation of the start operation means;
When the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined result and a predetermined pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined result is stopped at an effective position visible through the display unit, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined result is given. Privilege granting means that can be granted (a function of executing a payout determination process by the main control device 101);
A gaming machine comprising:
A normal game operation in which the drive control means starts the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the starting operation means is operated, and stops the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. age,
A specific drive control unit (a function of executing a rotation effect process by the main control device 101) for controlling each of the orbital bodies so that a specific game operation (freeze effect) in which start or progress of the normal game operation is restricted is performed; ,
When a specific opportunity (BB win or VB win) occurs, a specific game operation setting means (main control device 101) for setting the specific game operation to be performed in a specific game subsequent to the game in which the specific opportunity has occurred. To execute the BB winning process or the VB mode winning process).
A specific operation means (payment switch 59) in which a predetermined game end operation is performed by the player;
When the specific operation means is operated in a specific situation in which the execution of the specific effect is set by the specific effect setting means, it is switched whether or not to execute the specific game operation set by the specific effect setting means. Execution switching means (a function of executing a freeze release process and a freeze return process by main controller 101);
A gaming machine comprising:

  According to this feature, the same effect as that of the feature D1 can be obtained. In addition, each configuration described in any of the features D2 to D15 may be applied to this feature. In this case, a further effect can be obtained by applying each configuration.

  In addition, for each configuration of the above-mentioned features D1 to D16, technical features shown by any one of the features A1 to A28, the features B1 to B19, the features C1 to C23, the features E1 to 12, and the features F1 to F17 The ideas can be applied individually, or the technical ideas can be combined and applied. When applying the technical ideas in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Feature E group>
Feature E1. A plurality of revolving bodies (each reel 32L, 32M, 32R) to which a plurality of types of patterns are attached in the circumferential direction;
A display unit (display windows 26L, 26M, 26R) for making a part of the pattern visible for each of the orbiting bodies;
Starting operation means (start lever 41) for starting orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Drive control means (reel control by the main control device 101) for starting the rotation of each of the orbiting bodies when the start operation means is operated, and for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. Function to perform processing),
A lottery means (a function of executing a lottery process by the main control device 101) for performing a lottery to determine whether or not to give a privilege to a player based on an operation of the start operation means;
When the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined result and a predetermined pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined result is stopped at an effective position visible through the display unit, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined result is given. Possible privilege granting means (function of executing payout determination processing by main controller 101);
A gaming machine comprising:
Storage storage means (credit function) for storing and storing the number of virtual game media up to a predetermined number predetermined as a plurality of numbers;
A settlement operation means (payment switch 59) operable by a player,
Payout means (a medal by the main control device 101) capable of paying out at least a number of game media corresponding to the number of the virtual game media stored and stored in the storage storage means when the settlement operation means is operated. Function to execute the return process),
Specific effect execution means (a function of executing a rotation effect process by the main control device 101) for executing a specific effect (freeze effect) based on the result of the lottery by the lottery means;
When the settlement operation means is operated, thereafter, the specific effect restricting means capable of restricting the execution of the specific effect for at least one of the specific effects (executes a freeze release process by the main control device 101). Function),
With
The specific effect limiting means,
Restriction determining means for determining whether or not to limit the execution of the specific effect based on a game situation when the payment operation means is operated (a function of executing a payment switch corresponding process by the main control device 101);
When the restriction determination unit determines that the execution of the specific effect is to be restricted, a restriction execution unit that restricts the execution of the specific effect (a function of performing a freeze release process and a freeze return process by the main control device 101); ,
A gaming machine comprising:

  In the above configuration, it is possible to restrict the execution of the specific effect by operating the settlement operation means. Thereby, a player who does not want to execute the specific effect can avoid executing the specific effect. In this case, in this configuration, the settlement operation means which is originally the operation means for executing the settlement processing (the processing for paying out the number of game media corresponding to the number of virtual game media stored and stored) is specified. The configuration is also used as an operation means for restricting the execution of the effect. As a result, it is not necessary to provide a dedicated operation means for restriction, and the configuration can be simplified. At this time, for example, if the starting operation means and the like are also used as the operation means for execution restriction, the operation means is frequently used during the game, so that the player who does not want to restrict the specific effect is played by the player. There is a concern that the restriction operation may be performed accidentally. In this regard, the present configuration employs a settlement operation unit that is expected to be used less frequently during a game. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the risk that the restriction operation is performed accidentally during the game, and it is possible to appropriately suppress the occurrence of the execution restriction unwilling for the player.

  In addition, in the present configuration, if the settlement operation means is operated, the execution of the specific effect is not uniformly restricted, but whether or not the restriction is restricted is switched based on a game situation at the time of operation. For example, in a situation in which the above-described settlement processing is executed by operating the settlement operation means, a configuration is such that execution is not restricted even if the settlement operation means is operated, so that the player can avoid a specific effect. When the operation device for settlement is operated, it is possible to prevent the execution of the operation overlapping with the settlement process. In other words, it is possible to switch whether or not the settlement operation means is allowed to function as the execution restriction operation means in consideration of the game situation at each time, and it is possible to prompt an operation at a timing suitable for the execution restriction.

  Feature E2. The gaming machine according to Feature E1, wherein the gaming state is a gaming medium payout state by the payout means.

  In the above configuration, it is determined whether or not to limit the execution of the specific effect based on the payout state of the game medium by the payout means when the settlement operation means is operated. For example, in a situation where game media are paid out by the payout means or the number of game media paid out is equal to or more than a predetermined number, execution of a specific effect can be not restricted. Thereby, when the player operates the adjustment operation means for the purpose of avoiding the specific effect, it is possible to preferably suppress the execution of the overlap with the adjustment process.

Feature E3. The restriction determining means,
First means for determining whether or not a payout of game media is made by the payout means when the settlement operation means is operated (a function of executing a settlement switch corresponding process by the main control device 101); ,
A second means for determining whether or not to limit the execution of the specific effect based on the determination result of the first means (a function of executing a freeze releasing process by the main control device 101);
The gaming machine according to Feature E2, comprising:

  In the above configuration, whether or not the restriction on the specific effect is possible is determined based on whether or not the game medium is paid out by the payout means when the settlement operation means is operated. For example, in a situation in which a payout is made, a configuration in which the execution of the specific effect is not restricted even when the operation device for settlement is operated, when the player operates the operation device for settlement for the purpose of avoiding the specific effect. In addition, it is possible to preferably suppress the execution of the overlap with the settlement process.

  In addition, the second feature of the present invention that “determines whether or not to limit the execution of the specific effect based on the determination result of the first feature” is “the payout process is executed by the first feature. If it is determined that the situation is not to be performed, it is determined that the execution of the specific effect is not limited, and if it is determined by the first means that the payout unit does not execute the payout process, the execution of the specific effect is performed. "A second determining means for determining that is limited".

Feature E4. The restriction determining means,
First means for grasping the number of game media to be paid out by the payout means when the settlement operation means is operated;
Second means for determining whether or not to limit the execution of the specific effect based on the grasp result of the first means;
The gaming machine according to Feature E2, comprising:

  In the above configuration, whether or not the restriction on the specific effect is possible is determined based on the number of game media to be paid out when the operation device for settlement is operated. For example, in a situation where the number of payouts is large, a configuration in which the execution of the specific effect is not restricted even if the operation device for settlement is operated, when the player operates the operation device for settlement for the purpose of avoiding the specific effect. A large amount of game media is paid out, and it is possible to suppress an increase in the period of game interruption.

  The feature of the “second means for determining whether or not to limit the execution of the specific effect based on the result of the grasp of the first means” is “the number of game media grasped by the first means. If the number is equal to or less than a predetermined number, it is determined that the execution of the specific effect is limited. If the number of game media grasped by the first means is larger than the predetermined number, the execution of the specific effect is not limited. Second means for determining ". In this case, the “predetermined number” may be 0, or may be 1 or more.

Feature E5. A first notification execution unit (main control device) that executes a first notification (freeze stock has been released) when the adjustment operation unit is operated and the restriction determination unit determines that the execution of the specific effect is to be restricted; 101: a function for executing a freeze release process);
A second notification execution unit that executes a second notification (during settlement) different from the first notification when the settlement operation unit is operated and the restriction determination unit determines that the execution of the specific effect is not restricted. The gaming machine according to any of features E1 to E4, comprising:

  In a configuration in which the operation device for settlement is used for both the settlement operation and the execution restriction of a specific effect, when the player operates the operation device for settlement, it is not clear which operation is accepted by the gaming machine, and it is confusing. Things can happen. In this regard, in this configuration, different notifications are executed depending on whether the execution of the specific effect is restricted or not, so that the player can easily grasp which operation was accepted as a result of the difference in the notification. Becomes

  In this feature, the first notification and the second notification may share a part of the notification mode. As such a configuration, for example, when both the payout processing (payment processing) of the game medium by the payout means and the execution restriction of the specific effect are performed based on the operation of the payment operation means, the payment processing is performed. A settlement notification that allows the player to recognize that the execution is being performed (during settlement) and a restriction notification that allows the player to recognize that the execution of the specific effect has been restricted (the freeze stock has been released) is executed together. On the other hand, when only the settlement process is performed based on the operation of the settlement operation means, a configuration in which only the settlement notification is performed is assumed. In that case, in the former case, although the restriction notification only needs to affect the effect, the settlement notification is related to the profit of the player and the playground, and the payment notification is more important than the restriction notification The latter may be a notice mode that is more noticeable.

Feature E6. A predetermined notification executing means (step by the display control device 81) for executing predetermined notification (a freeze stock can be released by pressing a settlement switch) in a game situation where the restriction determining means determines that the execution of the specific effect is to be restricted; S4603).
The gaming machine according to any one of features E1 to E5, wherein the predetermined notification is such that the player can recognize that the execution of the specific effect can be restricted by operating the adjustment operation means. .

  In the above-described configuration, since the predetermined notification that allows the player to recognize that the execution of the specific effect can be restricted by operating the adjustment operation device is performed, the execution of the specific effect can be limited by operating the adjustment operation device. Even if the player does not know in advance, it is possible to appropriately perform the restriction operation of the specific effect. However, if the above-described notification is performed, the player may immediately operate the settlement operation means upon seeing the notification, and thus, in the present configuration, the restriction of the specific effect for the notification is allowed. It is configured to be performed in a game situation. Thereby, useless operation in a situation where the restriction is not performed can be suppressed.

Feature E7. A predetermined notification executing means (display control) for executing a predetermined notification that allows the player to recognize that the execution of the specific effect can be restricted by operating the payment operation means (the freeze stock can be released by pressing the payment switch). The function of executing the process of step S4603 by the device 81)
The predetermined notification executing means is configured to execute the predetermined notification in a situation in which the payout means does not pay out the game medium even if the settlement operation means is operated. Any of the features E1 to E5 The gaming machine described in Crab.

  In the above-described configuration, since the predetermined notification that allows the player to recognize that the execution of the specific effect can be restricted by operating the adjustment operation device is performed, the execution of the specific effect can be limited by operating the adjustment operation device. Even if the player does not know in advance, it is possible to appropriately perform the restriction operation of the specific effect. However, if the above-mentioned notification is performed, the player may immediately operate the operation device for settlement after seeing the notification, and therefore, in this configuration, even if the operation device for settlement is operated, The above-mentioned notification is configured to be performed in a situation where the medium payout process (the adjustment process) is not performed. Thus, it is possible to suppress the operation of the settlement operation unit (operation for the purpose of restricting the execution of the specific effect) in a situation where the payout unit pays out the game medium. Therefore, when the player operates the settlement operation means for the purpose of avoiding the specific effect, it is possible to preferably suppress the execution of the overlap with the settlement process.

Feature E8. A predetermined notification executing means (display control) for executing a predetermined notification that allows the player to recognize that the execution of the specific effect can be restricted by operating the payment operation means (the freeze stock can be released by pressing the payment switch). The function of executing the process of step S4603 by the device 81)
The predetermined notification execution means executes the predetermined notification in a situation where the number of game media paid out by the payout means is less than or equal to a predetermined number when the settlement operation means is operated. A gaming machine according to any of features E1 to E5.

  In the above-described configuration, since the predetermined notification that allows the player to recognize that the execution of the specific effect can be restricted by operating the adjustment operation device is performed, the execution of the specific effect can be limited by operating the adjustment operation device. Even if the player does not know in advance, it is possible to appropriately perform the restriction operation of the specific effect. However, if the above-described notification is performed, the player may immediately operate the settlement operation means upon seeing the notification. The notification is configured. Accordingly, it is possible to suppress the operation of the settlement operation means (operation for the purpose of restricting the execution of the specific effect) in a situation where a large amount of game media is paid out. Therefore, a large amount of game media is paid out when the player operates the settlement operation means for the purpose of avoiding the specific effect, so that it is possible to suppress the game interruption period from being lengthened.

  Feature E9. The feature execution device according to any one of claims E1 to E8, wherein, when the restriction execution unit determines that the execution of the specific effect is to be restricted by the restriction determination unit, the specific effect is not executed. Gaming machine.

  In the above configuration, a player who does not want to execute the specific effect can avoid executing the specific effect by operating the operation device for settlement. Therefore, a configuration that is convenient for a player who does not want to execute a specific effect can be provided.

Feature E10. A normal game operation in which the drive control means starts the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the starting operation means is operated, and stops the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. age,
A specific drive control means (a function of executing a rotation effect process by the main control device 101) for controlling each of the orbital bodies so that a specific game operation (freeze effect) in which start or progress of the normal game operation is restricted is performed. Prepared,
The gaming machine according to any one of features E1 to E9, wherein the specific effect is the specific game operation.

  The specific game action can enhance the game effect and enhance the effect, but on the other hand, in order to limit the start or progress of the normal game action, it also imposes a restriction on the player who can not proceed with the game for a certain period of time Become. For this reason, some players may not want to execute a specific game operation. By applying any one of the above features E1 to E9 to such a configuration, a configuration useful for a player who does not want to execute a specific game operation can be obtained.

Feature E11. A plurality of revolving bodies (each reel 32L, 32M, 32R) to which a plurality of types of patterns are attached in the circumferential direction;
A display unit (display windows 26L, 26M, 26R) for making a part of the pattern visible for each of the orbiting bodies;
Starting operation means (start lever 41) for starting orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Drive control means (reel control by the main control device 101) for starting the rotation of each of the orbiting bodies when the start operation means is operated, and for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. Function to perform processing),
A lottery means (a function of executing a lottery process by the main control device 101) for performing a lottery to determine whether or not to give a privilege to a player based on an operation of the start operation means;
When the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined result and a predetermined pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined result is stopped at an effective position visible through the display unit, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined result is given. Possible privilege granting means (function of executing payout determination processing by main controller 101);
A gaming machine comprising:
Storage storage means (credit function) for storing and storing the number of virtual game media up to a predetermined number predetermined as a plurality of numbers;
A settlement operation means (payment switch 59) operable by a player,
Payout means (a medal by the main control device 101) capable of paying out at least a number of game media corresponding to the number of the virtual game media stored and stored in the storage storage means when the settlement operation means is operated. Function to execute the return process),
Specific effect execution means (a function of executing a rotation effect process by the main control device 101) for executing a specific effect (freeze effect) based on the result of the lottery by the lottery means;
When the settlement operation means is operated, thereafter, specific effect limiting means (a function of executing a freeze release process by the main control device 101) for restricting execution of the specific effect for at least one of the specific effects;
A predetermined notification executing means (display control) for executing a predetermined notification that allows the player to recognize that the execution of the specific effect can be restricted by operating the payment operation means (the freeze stock can be released by pressing the payment switch). A function of executing the process of step S4603 by the device 81);
With
The gaming machine, wherein the predetermined notification executing means executes the predetermined notification in a situation where the payout means does not pay out the game medium even when the settlement operation means is operated.

  In the above configuration, it is possible to restrict the execution of the specific effect by operating the settlement operation means. Thereby, a player who does not want to execute the specific effect can avoid executing the specific effect. In this case, in this configuration, the settlement operation means which is originally the operation means for executing the settlement processing (the processing for paying out the number of game media corresponding to the number of virtual game media stored and stored) is specified. The configuration is also used as an operation means for restricting the execution of the effect. As a result, it is not necessary to provide a dedicated operation means for restriction, and the configuration can be simplified. At this time, for example, if the starting operation means and the like are also used as the operation means for execution restriction, the operation means is frequently used during the game, so that the player who does not want to restrict the specific effect is played by the player. There is a concern that the restriction operation may be performed accidentally. In this regard, the present configuration employs a settlement operation unit that is expected to be used less frequently during a game. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the risk that the restriction operation is performed accidentally during the game, and it is possible to appropriately suppress the occurrence of the execution restriction unwilling for the player.

  In the above-described configuration, since the predetermined notification that allows the player to recognize that the execution of the specific effect can be restricted by operating the adjustment operation device is performed, the execution of the specific effect can be limited by operating the adjustment operation device. Even if the player does not know in advance, it is possible to appropriately perform the restriction operation of the specific effect. However, if the above-mentioned notification is performed, the player may immediately operate the operation device for settlement after seeing the notification, and therefore, in this configuration, even if the operation device for settlement is operated, The above-mentioned notification is configured to be performed in a situation where the medium payout process (the adjustment process) is not performed. Thus, it is possible to suppress the operation of the settlement operation unit (operation for the purpose of restricting the execution of the specific effect) in a situation where the payout unit pays out the game medium. Therefore, when the player operates the settlement operation means for the purpose of avoiding the specific effect, it is possible to preferably suppress the execution of the overlap with the settlement process.

Feature E12. A plurality of revolving bodies (each reel 32L, 32M, 32R) to which a plurality of types of patterns are attached in the circumferential direction;
A display unit (display windows 26L, 26M, 26R) for making a part of the pattern visible for each of the orbiting bodies;
Starting operation means (start lever 41) for starting orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Drive control means (reel control by the main control device 101) for starting the rotation of each of the orbiting bodies when the start operation means is operated, and for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. Function to perform processing),
A lottery means (a function of executing a lottery process by the main control device 101) for performing a lottery to determine whether or not to give a privilege to a player based on an operation of the start operation means;
When the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined result and a predetermined pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined result is stopped at an effective position visible through the display unit, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined result is given. Possible privilege granting means (function of executing payout determination processing by main controller 101);
A gaming machine comprising:
Storage storage means (credit function) for storing and storing the number of virtual game media up to a predetermined number predetermined as a plurality of numbers;
A settlement operation means (payment switch 59) operable by a player,
Payout means (a medal by the main control device 101) capable of paying out at least a number of game media corresponding to the number of the virtual game media stored and stored in the storage storage means when the settlement operation means is operated. Function to execute the return process),
Specific effect execution means (a function of executing a rotation effect process by the main control device 101) for executing a specific effect (freeze effect) based on the result of the lottery by the lottery means;
When the settlement operation means is operated, thereafter, the specific effect restricting means capable of restricting the execution of the specific effect for at least one of the specific effects (executes the freeze release processing by the main control device 101). Function),
With
The specific effect regulation means,
Regulation determining means (a function of executing a settlement switch corresponding process by the main control device 101) for determining whether or not to restrict the execution of the specific effect based on a game situation when the settlement operation means is operated;
When the regulation determining unit determines that the execution of the specific effect is to be restricted, a regulation executing unit that regulates the execution of the specific effect (a function of performing a freeze release process and a freeze return process by the main control device 101); ,
A gaming machine comprising:

  According to this configuration, it is possible to obtain the same effect as the characteristic E1. Note that each configuration described in any of the features E2 to E10 may be applied to this feature. In this case, a further effect can be obtained by applying each configuration.

  It should be noted that, for each configuration of the above features E1 to E12, the technical configuration shown by any one of the features A1 to A28, the features B1 to B19, the features C1 to C23, the features D1 to D16, and the features F1 to F17. The ideas can be applied individually, or the technical ideas can be combined and applied. When applying the technical ideas in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic F group>
Feature F1. A plurality of revolving bodies (each reel 32L, 32M, 32R) to which a plurality of types of patterns are attached in the circumferential direction;
A display unit (display windows 26L, 26M, 26R) for making a part of the pattern visible for each of the orbiting bodies;
Starting operation means (start lever 41) for starting orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
Drive control means (reel control by the main control device 101) for starting the rotation of each of the orbiting bodies when the start operation means is operated, and for stopping the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. Function to perform processing),
A lottery means (a function of executing a lottery process by the main control device 101) for performing a lottery to determine whether or not to give a privilege to a player based on an operation of the start operation means;
When the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined result and the pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined result is stopped at an effective position visible through the display unit, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined result can be given. Privilege providing means (a function of executing a payout determination process by the main control device 101);
A gaming machine comprising:
A normal game operation in which the drive control means starts the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the starting operation means is operated, and stops the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. age,
A specific drive control unit (a function of executing a rotation effect process by the main control device 101) for controlling each of the orbital bodies so that a specific game operation (freeze effect) in which start or progress of the normal game operation is restricted is performed; ,
When the specific opportunity has occurred, the specific game operation executing means (the BB winning process by the main control device 101, the fifth freeze effect) capable of executing the specific game operation in the specific game after the game in which the specific opportunity has occurred. Function to execute the application process and the rotation effect process),
With
As the specific opportunity, a first opportunity corresponding to a first game result (rare role winning) and a second opportunity corresponding to a second game result (BB winning or VB winning) which is more advantageous to the player than the first game result. Have an opportunity,
When the specific effect (stop of the reach eye) corresponding to the second game result is executed after the occurrence of the second opportunity and before the execution of the specific game operation, the operation based on the second opportunity is performed. A gaming machine comprising execution restriction means (a function of executing a freeze release process and a freeze return process by the main control device 101) capable of restricting execution of a specific game operation.

  In the above configuration, under the configuration that the specific game operation is performed based on a plurality of occasions, at least when the result is desired by the player (advantageous second game result), the player senses the result in advance. If it is assumed that there is, the execution of the specific game operation can be restricted. For example, while the player is recognizing or predicting that the second game result from the specific effect, if the specific game operation is performed overlapping with the specific effect, the player may feel annoying, According to this configuration, occurrence of such overlapping execution is suppressed. This makes it possible to prevent the player who has recognized the second game result or the like from feeling annoying the specific game operation while enlivening the game effect by performing the specific game operation.

  Feature F2. In the case of the first game result, the specific effect is configured not to be executed during a period from the occurrence of the first opportunity to the execution of the specific game operation. The gaming machine described.

  In the above configuration, since the specific effect is not executed when the result is the first game result, when the specific effect is executed, the player can easily recognize the second game result from the effect. Thereby, it is possible to restrict the execution of the specific game operation in a situation where the player is highly likely to recognize or predict the second game result, and even if the player does not recognize the second game result or the like. Regardless, it is possible to suppress the execution of the specific game operation from being restricted.

  Feature F3. The gaming machine according to Feature F1 or Feature F2, wherein the specific effect is an effect that allows a player to recognize that the second game result has been obtained.

  In the above configuration, when the specific effect is executed, the player can recognize the second game result from the effect. This makes it possible to restrict the execution of the specific game operation in a situation where the player is highly likely to recognize the second game result, and to specify the specific game operation even though the player does not recognize the second game result. It is possible to suppress the execution of the game operation from being restricted.

  Feature F4. The gaming machine according to any of features F1 to F3, wherein the specific effect is that a predetermined specific pattern combination stops at the effective position.

  The gaming machine of the above-described feature F1, which is a premise of the present configuration, is configured such that a privilege is given or not given depending on a pattern combination that stops at an effective position. It is assumed that you are watching a stop picture. Under such a premise, by adopting this configuration, it is possible to suppress the oversight of the specific effect, etc., and to execute the specific game operation without recognizing that the result is the second game result. It is possible to preferably suppress only the restriction.

  Feature F5. When the specific effect is executed, a specific notification executing unit (a step S6601 to a step S6602 by the display control device 81) that executes a specific notification (a bonus notification effect) for notifying the player that the second game result has been achieved. The gaming machine according to any of features F1 to F4, further comprising:

  In the above configuration, when the specific effect is executed and the execution of the specific game operation is restricted, the player is notified again that the second game result has been obtained by the specific notification. In this case, for example, even when the player has not noticed the specific effect, or has not been able to recognize the second game result from the specific effect, etc., the player is notified of the second game result by the specific notification. Above, execution of a specific game operation can be restricted. Accordingly, it is possible to preferably suppress the execution of the specific game operation from being restricted even if the player does not recognize the result of the second game.

  Note that, in this feature, the “specific notification that notifies the player that the second game result has been achieved” can also be expressed as “the specific notification that notifies the player that the specific effect has been performed”. .

Feature F6. The game state includes a plurality of game states including a first game state (normal game state) and a second game state (BB state or VB mode) which is more advantageous for the player than the first game state. ,
When the lottery result by the lottery means becomes a predetermined specific shift result (BB win or VB win), a predetermined shift condition (BB winning or fourth and fifth replay winning) is satisfied. Transfer determination means (a function of executing a winning result correspondence process by the main control device 101),
A game state transition means for transitioning the game state from the first game state to the second game state when the transition determination means determines that the transition condition is satisfied (a prize result correspondence process by the main control device 101) Function to execute)
With
The second game result is the specific shift result,
The gaming machine according to any one of features F1 to F5, wherein the specific effect is an effect that allows a player to recognize that a lottery result by the lottery means has become the specific shift result.

  When the player recognizes in advance that the result is a specific shift result (for example, a bonus win) and wants to play the second game state (for example, a bonus game) quickly, the game is executed when the specific game operation is executed. The progress may be limited, and the specific game operation may be annoying. In this regard, according to the above configuration, since the specific effect and the specific game operation are prevented from being duplicated, it is possible to prevent the player who has recognized the specific transition result from the specific effect from feeling annoying the specific game operation.

  Feature F7. The gaming machine according to Feature F6, wherein the specific effect is that a pattern combination corresponding to a reach eye stops at the effective position.

  The gaming machine of the above-described feature F1, which is a premise of the present configuration, is configured such that a privilege is given or not given depending on a pattern combination that stops at an effective position. It is assumed that you are watching a stop picture. Under such a premise, the execution of the specific game operation is restricted by stopping the pattern combination corresponding to the reach eye, so that the player is likely to recognize that the specific game result is obtained. Depending on the situation, it is possible to restrict the execution of the specific game operation.

  Feature F8. The execution restricting means is different from the specific effect and does not result in the second game result after the first opportunity is generated and before the specific game operation is executed. The gaming machine according to any of features F1 to F7, further comprising: means for limiting execution of the specific game operation based on the first opportunity when a predetermined effect is executed.

  For example, the specific game operation is executed again not only when the player has previously recognized or predicted that the result is the second game result but also when the player has previously recognized that the result is not the second game result. If you do, you may feel annoying. In this regard, in this configuration, even in such a case, the execution of the specific game operation is restricted, so that it is possible to more suitably suppress the player from feeling annoying the specific game operation.

  In addition, in this feature, "it is not the second game result" can be expressed as "it is not the second game result". This is the same for the following feature F9.

  Feature F9. The execution restricting means is configured to determine, after the occurrence of the first opportunity and before the execution of the specific game operation, that the specific effect is different from the specific effect and is not the second game result. Is provided with a means capable of restricting execution of the specific game operation based on the first opportunity when a predetermined effect that can be recognized is executed. F1 to F7. Gaming machine.

  For example, the specific game operation is executed again not only when the player has previously recognized or predicted that the result is the second game result but also when the player has previously recognized that the result is not the second game result. If you do, you may feel annoying. In this regard, in this configuration, even in such a case, the execution of the specific game operation is restricted, so that it is possible to more suitably suppress the player from feeling annoying the specific game operation.

Feature F10. The specific game operation execution means may execute a first specific game operation (a sixth freeze effect) as the specific game operation when the first opportunity occurs as the specific opportunity, and When an opportunity occurs, a second specific game operation (fifth freeze effect) having a different operation mode from the first specific game operation can be executed as the specific game operation,
The execution restricting means restricts the execution of the first specific game operation when the predetermined effect is executed, and restricts the execution of the second specific game operation when the specific effect is executed. The gaming machine according to Feature F8 or Feature F9.

  In the above configuration, since the operation mode differs between the first specific game operation and the second specific game operation, a notification function indicating which of the first game result and the second game result is given to the specific game operation. In this case, when executing the specific game operation, it is assumed that the player looks at which operation mode to operate with high interest, and it is possible to further enhance the exciting effect of the game by the specific game operation. On the other hand, for a player who has recognized the result in advance, the interest in the specific game operation may be reduced, and the specific game operation may be perceived to be troublesome. Since the overlapping execution of the game operation and the specific effect and the second specific game operation is suppressed, it is possible to prevent a player who has recognized each game result in advance or the like from feeling annoying the specific game operation.

Feature F11. In the specific game, special effect execution means (continuous effect by the display control device 81) for executing a special effect (a fourth game effect in the continuous effect) that allows the player to recognize whether or not the second game result has been achieved. Function to execute the setting process)
The method according to any one of claims F1 to F10, wherein the specific game operation execution means is capable of executing the specific game operation when the special effect is executed or during the execution of the special effect. Gaming machine.

  According to the above configuration, a special effect for informing the player whether or not the second game result has been executed is performed, and the specific game operation can be used as an element for enlivening the effect. In such a configuration, when the specific effect is executed, the execution of the specific game operation is restricted, so that the occurrence of the inconvenience that the specific game operation for enlivening the effect rather causes the inconvenience is preferably suppressed. It becomes possible.

  Feature F12. The gaming machine according to Feature F11, wherein the special effect execution means includes means for restricting execution of the special effect when execution of the specific game operation is restricted by the execution restricting means.

  According to the above configuration, when the execution of the specific game operation is restricted, the execution of the special effect is also restricted, so that the player who recognizes in advance that the result is the second game result is troublesome. Can be more suitably suppressed.

  The following effects can be obtained by applying the configuration of the feature F5 to this feature. For example, when the player does not recognize that the second game result from the specific effect, such as when the player does not know that the second game result, execution is limited to the special effect, There is a possibility that the player may not be able to grasp whether or not the result is the second game result. In this regard, by performing the specific notification, the player is appropriately notified of the result of the second game, and the occurrence of the inconvenience can be suppressed.

  Feature F13. The feature F11 according to the feature F11, wherein the special effect execution means includes means for preventing execution of the special effect even if execution of the specific game operation is restricted by the execution restriction means. Gaming machine.

  According to the above configuration, even if the execution of the specific game operation is restricted, the notification as to whether or not the result is the second game result by the special effect is executed. Even if the player does not recognize the second game result, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of the inconvenience that the player cannot grasp whether or not the result is the second game result.

  Feature F14. The execution restricting means is configured to prevent the specific game operation based on the second opportunity from being performed when the specific effect is performed after the second opportunity has occurred and before the specific game operation has been performed. The gaming machine according to any of features F1 to F13, characterized in that:

  According to the above configuration, when the specific effect is executed, the specific game operation in the specific game is not executed. As a result, it is possible to preferably prevent a player who has recognized the second game result or the like in advance from feeling annoying the specific game operation.

  Feature F15. The execution restriction unit is configured to execute the specific effect after the second opportunity occurs and before the specific game operation is performed, and when a predetermined condition is satisfied (an operation of the settlement switch 59). The gaming machine according to any one of the features F1 to F13, wherein the specific gaming operation based on the second opportunity is not executed when the game is performed.

  In the above configuration, when the specific effect is executed and the predetermined condition is satisfied, the specific game operation is not executed. For this reason, a player who recognizes the result of the second game from the specific effect and wants to prevent the specific game operation from being executed may further satisfy the predetermined condition. On the other hand, a player who wants to see a specific game operation even if he recognizes that it is the second game result from the specific effect does not have to satisfy the predetermined condition. As described above, according to this configuration, whether or not to execute the specific game operation can be left to the determination of the player, and the specific game operation can be disabled according to the degree of interest of each player in the specific game operation. It is possible to use whether to execute or not.

  Feature F16. The execution restriction unit is configured to execute the specific effect after the second opportunity occurs and before the specific game operation is performed, and when a predetermined condition is satisfied (an operation of the settlement switch 59). Is performed), the specific game operation based on the second opportunity is executed, and if the specific effect is executed and the predetermined condition is not satisfied, the specific game operation based on the second opportunity is not executed. The gaming machine according to any of features F1 to F13, characterized in that:

  According to the above configuration, the specific game operation can be made non-executable when the specific effect is executed. Thereby, the player who recognizes the second game result from the specific effect and does not want to execute the specific game operation can be prevented from feeling annoying the specific game operation. Further, when the specific effect is executed and the predetermined condition is satisfied, the specific game operation can be executed. Therefore, a player who wants to see the specific game operation even if he recognizes that it is the second game result from the specific effect can see the specific game operation by satisfying the predetermined condition. As described above, according to the present configuration, the specific game operation is not basically executed by executing the specific effect, but the specific game operation is executed when a predetermined condition is satisfied as an exception. In this way, while suppressing that the player who has recognized the second game result from the specific effect feels annoying the specific game operation, the specific game operation is performed in accordance with the degree of interest of each player in the specific game operation. It is possible to selectively use whether or not to execute.

Feature F17. The first opportunity is an opportunity corresponding to the fact that the lottery result of the lottery means becomes the first game result,
The gaming machine according to any one of features F1 to F16, wherein the second opportunity is an opportunity corresponding to a result of the lottery performed by the lottery means becoming the second game result.

  According to this configuration, each game result is internal, and in the configuration described in any of the above-described features F1 to F16, a practically preferable mode can be achieved.

  It should be noted that, for each configuration of the features F1 to F17, the technical configuration shown by any one of the features A1 to A28, the features B1 to B19, the features C1 to C23, the features D1 to D16, and the features E1 to E12. The ideas can be applied individually, or the technical ideas can be combined and applied. When applying the technical ideas in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

  It is also possible to individually apply the technical ideas shown in the other configurations of the features A to F to the configurations of the features A to F described in detail above. However, it is also possible to apply the respective technical ideas in combination. When applying the technical ideas in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

  Hereinafter, a basic configuration of a gaming machine to which the above-described features can be applied will be described.

  Pachinko gaming machine: operating means operated by a player, gaming ball firing means for firing game balls based on the operation of the operating means, a ball path for guiding the fired game balls to a predetermined game area, A gaming machine comprising: a plurality of game components arranged in a region; and a bonus is provided to a player when a game ball passes through a predetermined passage portion of the game components.

  Spinning-type gaming machines such as slot machines: equipped with variable display means for variably displaying a symbol row composed of a plurality of symbols and then finally displaying the symbol row, and starting to change the symbol due to the operation of the starting operation means The variation of the symbol is stopped due to the operation of the stopping operation means or after a predetermined time has elapsed, and a special game advantageous to the player on condition that the final stopped symbol at the time of the stop is a specific symbol is required. A gaming machine that generates a state (such as a bonus game).

  Ball-based belt-type gaming machine (ball-based spinning-type gaming machine): provided with variable display means for displaying a symbol row consisting of a plurality of symbols in a variable manner and then finally displaying the symbol row, resulting from the operation of the starting operation means. The change of the symbols is started, and the change of the symbols is stopped due to the operation of the operation means for stopping or after a predetermined time has elapsed, and the game is required on condition that the final stopped symbol at the time of the stop is a specific symbol. A special game state (a bonus game or the like) advantageous to the player, and furthermore, a throwing device for providing a ball tray and performing a loading process of taking in game balls from the ball tray, and paying out game balls to the ball tray. And a payout device for performing the operation, wherein the operation of the starting operation means is enabled when a game ball is inserted by the input device.

  10: slot machine as a game machine; 26L to 26R: display window as a display unit; 32L to 32R: reel as a revolving body; 41: start lever as start operation means; 42 to 44: stop as stop operation means Switch, 59: settlement switch as specific operation means or settlement operation means, 81: display control device, 101: main control device, 102: CPU constituting various control means such as lottery means.

Claims (8)

A plurality of orbiting bodies in which a plurality of types of patterns are attached in the circumferential direction,
A display unit that makes a part of the pattern visible for each of the orbiting bodies,
Starting operation means by which the circling of each circulating body is started when operated;
Stop operation means for stopping rotation of each of the orbiting bodies when operated;
A drive control unit that starts circling of each of the circulating bodies when the start operation unit is operated, and stops circling of each of the circulating bodies when the stop operation unit is operated.
Lottery means for performing a lottery on whether or not to grant a privilege to the player based on the operation of the start operation means,
When the lottery result by the lottery means is a predetermined result and the pattern combination corresponding to the predetermined result is stopped at an effective position visible through the display unit, a privilege corresponding to the predetermined result can be given. Privilege grant means,
A gaming machine comprising:
A normal game operation in which the drive control means starts the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the starting operation means is operated, and stops the orbiting of each of the orbiting bodies when the stop operation means is operated. age,
A specific drive control unit that controls each of the orbiting bodies such that a specific game operation in which start or progress of the normal game operation is limited is performed,
When a specific opportunity has occurred, a specific game operation setting means for setting the specific game operation to be performed in a specific game after the game in which the specific opportunity has occurred,
When the specific game is executed in a situation where the execution of the specific game operation is set by the specific game operation setting unit, a specific game operation execution unit that executes the specific game operation;
After the execution of the specific game operation is set by the specific game operation setting means and before the specific game operation is executed, the specific game operation execution is performed based on a predetermined condition being satisfied. Release means capable of releasing the setting of the specific game operation or the execution of the specific game operation by means,
A gaming machine comprising:   The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the predetermined condition is satisfied when a predetermined operation is performed by a player.   3. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the predetermined condition is satisfied when a predetermined specific pattern combination stops at the effective position.   The gaming machine according to claim 3, wherein the specific pattern combination is a pattern combination corresponding to a reach eye. When the lottery result of the lottery means becomes a predetermined specific shift result, and when the transfer pattern combination corresponding to the specific shift result stops at the effective position, a game state for shifting to an advantageous state advantageous to the player Equipped with transition means,
When the lottery result becomes the specific transfer result, the winning state of the specific transfer result is carried over until the pattern combination for the transfer stops at the effective position,
The method according to claim 1, wherein the predetermined condition is satisfied when an effect that allows a player to recognize or predict a winning state of the specific transition result or a carry-over state is executed. A gaming machine according to any one of the above. When the lottery result of the lottery means becomes a predetermined specific shift result, and when the transfer pattern combination corresponding to the specific shift result stops at the effective position, a game state for shifting to an advantageous state advantageous to the player Equipped with transition means,
When the lottery result becomes the specific transfer result, the winning state of the specific transfer result is carried over until the pattern combination for the transfer stops at the effective position,
The predetermined condition is satisfied when a predetermined operation is performed by the player after an effect that allows the player to recognize or predict that the specific transfer result is in the winning state or the carry-over state is performed. The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein   The release means executes the specific game operation when the specific condition is satisfied after the predetermined condition is satisfied and before the execution timing of the specific game operation set by the specific game operation setting means. 3. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein, if the specific condition is not satisfied before the execution timing after the condition is satisfied, the specific game operation is not performed. 4. .   The release means may be configured to set the specific game operation by the specific game operation execution means or to execute the specific game operation when the specific condition is not satisfied by a predetermined timing before the execution timing after the predetermined condition is satisfied. 8. The gaming machine according to claim 7, wherein the execution of the game is canceled.

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