JP2020130734A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of executing an optimal performance by an image display.SOLUTION: A display area of a liquid crystal display is configured to include a first display area where a main performance image is displayed, and a second display area located closer to a circumferential edge than the first display area. A plurality of states controllable by a main control section include an AT state and a normal state. In the AT state, a sub control section controls to display an AT state performance image on the first display area of the liquid crystal device and to display a specific image relating to the AT state on the second display area of the liquid crystal device. Meanwhile, in the normal state, the sub control section executes control to display a normal performance image on the first display area of the liquid crystal device and to display a specific image relating to the normal state on the second display area. When transferring from the AT state to the normal state, the sub control section executes control not to display the specific image relating to the AT state and the specific image relating to the normal state, and executes control to display an AT state result notification image of notifying of termination of the AT state, and suggesting transfer to the normal state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 39

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine capable of playing a game.

As a game machine of this type, it has been proposed that it is possible to display a plurality of options and finally display the options as a selection result (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

Further, as a game machine of this type, a device that displays game value information regarding the game value owned by the player in a predetermined area of the display means has been proposed (see, for example, Patent Document 2).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2013-153814 JP-A-2017-80172

In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, it is possible to display a plurality of options and finally display the options as a selection result, but there is room for improvement in the effect.

Further, in a game machine provided with a UI (user interface) for displaying information about the game in a display means such as the game machine described in Patent Document 2, there is room for improvement in the display method of the UI.

An object of the present invention is to provide a game machine capable of performing a suitable effect by displaying an image.

The gaming machine according to claim 1 is
In the game machine that plays the game
A selection effect execution means that displays a plurality of options and executes a selection effect that identifies one of the options as a selection result.
State control means that can control multiple states,
Display means that can display images and
A display control means that controls the display of an image on the display means,
With
In the selection effect, a first part in which a plurality of options are displayed, a second part in which none of the options are displayed after the first part, and an option as a selection result can be specified after the second part. Including the third part to be done
The plurality of choices displayed in the first part are displayed in a specific undecorated manner.
The choices displayed as the selection result in the third part are displayed in a specific decorated manner.
The display area of the display means includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area.
The plurality of states include a first state and a second state.
The display control means
In the first state, it is possible to control the first display area to display the main effect image corresponding to the first state and the second display area to display the first specific image related to the first state. In the second state, control is performed so that the main effect image corresponding to the second state is displayed in the first display area and the second specific image related to the second state is displayed in the second display area. Is possible,
In relation to the timing of being controlled from the first state to the second state by the state control means, the first specific image and the second specific image are not displayed, and the state shifts to the second state. It is characterized by controlling the display of suggestive transition suggestion images.
According to this feature, in the selection effect, a plurality of options can be recognized by the first part, and the options as the selection result can be recognized by the third part, and any option can be recognized between the first part and the third part. By performing the second part in which is not displayed, the selection result options in the third part can be preferably recognized. Further, the option can be emphasized by displaying the option as a selection result in the third part in a manner in which a specific decoration is not performed in the first part.
Further, when transitioning from the first state to the second state, the transition from the first state to the second state can be achieved by displaying the transition suggestion image without displaying the first specific image and the second specific image. As a result, the main effect image and the specific image can be switched without any discomfort.

In addition, the present invention may have only the invention-specific matters described in the claims of the present invention, and has a configuration other than the invention-specific matters together with the invention-specific matters described in the claims of the present invention. It may be a thing.

It is a front view of the slot machine of the Example to which this invention was applied. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement of a reel. It is a perspective view which shows the internal structure of a slot machine. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a slot machine. It is a figure for demonstrating the control state by a main control part. It is a figure for demonstrating the execution mode of the normal effect in the game in-game state (during betting number setting). It is a figure for demonstrating the execution mode of the normal effect in the game in-game state (reel rotation). It is a figure for demonstrating the execution mode of the normal effect in the non-gaming state 1. FIG. It is a figure for demonstrating the execution mode of the demonstration effect in the non-gaming state 2. FIG. It is a figure for demonstrating the execution mode of the setting change state notification in a setting change state. It is a figure for demonstrating the execution mode of the setting confirmation state notification in the setting confirmation state. It is a figure for demonstrating the execution mode of the error state notification in an error state. It is a figure for demonstrating the execution mode of the door open notification in the open state of a front door. It is a figure for demonstrating the effect setting menu display in the effect setting state. It is a timing chart for explaining the start and end timing of a demonstration production. It is a figure for demonstrating the display mode of the UI image at the time of transition from a demo production to a normal production. This is a timing chart for explaining the relationship between the open state of the front door and the start timing of the demonstration effect. This is a timing chart for explaining the relationship between the error state and the start timing of the demo effect. This is a timing chart for explaining the start and end timings of the setting confirmation status notification during the execution of the demo effect. This is a timing chart for explaining the end timing of the setting confirmation status notification. It is a timing chart for explaining the start and end timing of the error state notification during the execution of the demonstration effect. This is a timing chart for explaining the start and end timings of the effect setting state during the execution of the demo effect. It is a timing chart for explaining the start and end timing of a setting change state notification. It is a figure for demonstrating the display area of a liquid crystal display. It is a figure for demonstrating the image data which constitutes the display in a liquid crystal display. It is a figure for demonstrating the image data corresponding to each stage controlled by a sub-control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the control of switching the effect mode performed by a sub-control unit. This is a timing chart for explaining the timing at which the bonus confirmation notification effect is started when the special role is won and the "WIN" option is not displayed as the selection result in the third part of the selection effect. It is a figure for demonstrating the roulette production with UI. It is a figure for demonstrating the roulette production without UI. It is a figure for demonstrating the two-choice production with UI. It is a figure for demonstrating the two-choice production without UI. It is a figure for demonstrating the effect mode of the selection effect including the operation promotion effect. It is a figure for demonstrating the effect mode of the selection effect which accompanies the change of the option. It is a figure for demonstrating the effect mode from the selection effect performed by a sub-control unit to the bonus confirmation notification effect. It is a figure for demonstrating the modification of the bonus confirmation notification image. It is a figure for demonstrating the continuous production performed by a sub-control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the continuation suggestion effect performed by a sub-control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the AT state result notification performed by a sub-control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the operation promotion effect performed by a sub-control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the privilege grant suggestion effect 1 performed by a sub-control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the privilege grant suggestion effect 2 performed by a sub-control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the chance suggestion effect performed by a sub-control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the flow of an effect performed by a sub-control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the flow of an effect performed by a sub-control unit.

A mode for carrying out a slot machine, which is a gaming machine according to the present invention, will be described below based on examples.

[form]
The game machine of Form 1
In a game machine (slot machine 1) that plays a game
Select to display multiple options ("WIN" option, "Chance" option, "Development" option, "?" Option, "Continue" option, "End" option, etc.) and specify one of the options as the selection result. A selection effect execution means (sub-control unit 91) for executing an effect (selection effect, continuation suggestion effect) is provided.
In the selection effect, a first part in which a plurality of options are displayed, a second part in which no option is displayed after the first part, and an option as a selection result are identifiablely displayed after the second part. It is characterized by including the third part to be performed.
According to this feature, in the selection effect, a plurality of options can be recognized by the first part, and the options as the selection result can be recognized by the third part, and any option can be recognized between the first part and the third part. By performing the second part in which is not displayed, the selection result options in the third part can be preferably recognized.

The gaming machine of the second embodiment is the gaming machine according to the first embodiment.
In the third part, among the plurality of options (“WIN” option, “chance” option, “development” option, “?” Option, “continue” option, “end” option, etc.), the option as the selection result. Only are displayed, and the choices as a result of the selection are characterized in that they are displayed in a larger size than when they are displayed in the first part.
According to this feature, it is possible to emphasize the option by displaying the option as the selection result in the third part in a larger size than when it is displayed in the first part.

The gaming machine of the third form is the gaming machine according to the first or second form.
The plurality of options displayed in the first part (“WIN” option, “chance” option, “development” option, “?” Option, “continue” option, “end” option, etc.) are not decorated in a specific manner. It is displayed in (a mode in which a specific decorative image is not displayed),
The options displayed as the selection result in the third part are characterized in that they are displayed in a specific decorated mode (a mode in which the specific decorative image is displayed).
According to this feature, the option can be emphasized by displaying the option as a selection result in the third part in a manner in which a specific decoration is not performed in the first part.

The gaming machine of the fourth embodiment is the gaming machine according to the third embodiment.
The option displayed as the selection result in the third part is characterized in that the option itself is displayed in a specific decoration (a mode in which the specific decoration image is displayed in front of the selection image).
According to this feature, the option as a selection result can be suitably emphasized by giving a specific decoration to the option itself as a selection result in the third part.

The gaming machine of the fifth embodiment is the gaming machine according to any one of the first to fourth embodiments.
In the first part, each option of the plurality of options (“WIN” option, “chance” option, “development” option, “?” Option, “continue” option, “end” option, etc.) is selected one by one. After being displayed, all of the above-mentioned plurality of options are finally displayed.
According to this feature, after each option among the plurality of options is displayed one by one, all the plurality of options are finally displayed, so that each option included in the plurality of options can be recognized.

The gaming machine of the sixth embodiment is the gaming machine according to any one of the first to fifth aspects.
The second part is characterized in that a single color display (display of a whiteout screen) for switching the display is performed.
According to this feature, by performing a single color display for switching the display in the second part, it is possible to make a mode in which none of the options is displayed.

The gaming machine according to the seventh embodiment is the gaming machine according to any one of the first to sixth embodiments.
In a game machine (slot machine 1) that plays a game
Benefit granting means (main control unit 41) for granting benefits,
A display means (liquid crystal display 51) capable of displaying an image and
A display control means (sub-control unit 91) that controls the display means to display an image, and
With
The display area of the display means includes a first display area in which a main effect image including an image constituting the selection effect (selection effect) is displayed, and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area. Including
The display control means
In the first situation, the main effect image is displayed in the first display area, and the game value information regarding the game value is displayed at the first position (lower edge portion of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51) in the second display area. A first specific image (credit image, payout number image) indicating the above is displayed, and a second position (a portion above the reel in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51) in the second display area is different from the first specific image. 2 Control to display a specific image (mode suggestion image),
In the second situation, the first specific image (credit image, payout number image) is displayed at the first position in the second display area, and the second position in the first display area and the second display area is used. Controls to display privilege-related images (bonus confirmation notification image, operation promotion image B) related to benefits.
The gaming machine makes it possible to suggest the granting of benefits by switching from the first situation to the second situation (suggesting that it is controlled to a special state).
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, in the second situation, in addition to the first display area, the privilege-related image is displayed using the second position in the second display area, that is, the area in which the second specific image is displayed in the first situation. By displaying the image, it is possible to appropriately produce the effect using a wider display area, and it is possible to improve the interest. Further, in both the first situation and the second situation, since the first specific image is displayed on the display means, the player can confirm the value information for the game even when the privilege-related image is being performed. You can prevent dissatisfaction.

The gaming machine of the eighth embodiment is the gaming machine according to the seventh embodiment.
The privilege granting means (main control unit 41) can grant a plurality of types of benefits (special states 1 and 2).
The privilege-related image is an image (bonus confirmation notification image) suggesting that the privilege has been confirmed.
In the second situation, the display control means (sub-control unit 91) displays a privilege type suggestion image (type suggestion image) suggesting the type of privilege given by the privilege granting means in the second display area. It is characterized by controlling the display at two positions.
According to this feature, the type of privilege can be suggested by effectively using the second display area of the display means.

The gaming machine of the ninth embodiment is the gaming machine according to the eighth embodiment.
The display control means (sub-control unit 91) can change the display of the privilege-related image (bonus confirmation notification image) step by step as the game progresses.
In the first stage, the privilege-related image (bonus confirmation notification image) including the character information (bonus confirmed character image) suggesting that the privilege is decided is displayed without suggesting the type of privilege to be granted. Take control and
In the second stage after the first stage, the privilege type suggestion image (type suggestion image) is displayed at the second position of the second display area, and the character information (bonus confirmed character image) is displayed on the second. 2. It is characterized in that control is performed to change the display of the privilege-related image (bonus confirmation notification image) so that the image is displayed at a position different from the second position in the display area.
According to this feature, in the first stage, it is possible to emphasize the text information suggesting that the grant of the privilege has been decided, while in the second stage thereafter, the text information, the privilege type suggestion image, and the privilege can be emphasized. Other parts that make up the related image can be displayed in a well-balanced manner.

The gaming machine of the tenth embodiment is the gaming machine according to any one of the seventh to ninth forms.
The privilege-related image is an image (bonus confirmation notification image) suggesting that the privilege has been confirmed.
The display control means (sub-control unit 91) displays a predetermined suggestion image (image of continuous effect) suggesting the possibility of granting the privilege before displaying the privilege-related image (bonus confirmation notification image). It is possible to control and
When displaying the predetermined suggested image, the first specific image (credit image, payout number image) and the second specific image (mode suggestion image) are displayed in the second display area, and the first display area is displayed. When the predetermined suggestion image (image of continuous effect) is controlled to be displayed and the privilege-related image (bonus confirmation notification image) is displayed, the second specific image (mode suggestion image) is displayed in the second display area. The first specific image (credit image, payout number image) is displayed without being displayed, and the privilege-related image (bonus confirmation notification image) is displayed using the second position in the first display area and the second display area. It is characterized by controlling the display of.
According to this feature, in the second situation where the privilege-related image is displayed, the second specific image is not displayed. Therefore, in the first situation, the privilege-related image is displayed using the area where the second specific image is displayed. In the configuration of making the image, the visibility of the privilege-related image can be enhanced and the effect can be suitably performed. On the other hand, since the first specific image is displayed in both the first situation and the second situation, the player can confirm the game value information even in the situation where the privilege-related image is displayed.

The gaming machine of the eleventh form is the gaming machine according to the seventh embodiment.
The privilege-related image is an image (operation promotion image B) suggesting the possibility that the privilege is given.
The display control means (sub-control unit 91) is less likely to be given the privilege than the privilege-related image (operation promotion image B), but is a predetermined suggestion suggesting that the privilege may be given. It is possible to control the display of an image (operation promotion image A).
When displaying the predetermined suggestion image (operation promotion image A), the first specific image (credit image, payout number image) and the second specific image (mode suggestion image) are displayed in the second display area. When the predetermined suggestion image (operation promotion image A) is controlled to be displayed in the first display area and the privilege-related image (operation promotion image B) is displayed, the second specific image is displayed in the second display area. (Mode suggestion image) is not displayed, the first specific image (credit image, payout number image) is displayed, and the privilege-related image is displayed using the second position in the first display area and the second display area. It is characterized in that control for displaying (operation promotion image B) is performed.
According to this feature, in the first situation where the predetermined suggestion image is displayed, the first specific image and the second specific image are displayed, while in the second situation where the privilege-related image is displayed, the second specific image is displayed. Since the first specific image is displayed without doing so, in the first situation, in the configuration in which the privilege-related image is displayed using the area where the second specific image is displayed, the privilege can be given more than the predetermined suggestion image. The visibility of the privilege-related image suggesting that the property is high can be enhanced as compared with the time when the predetermined suggestion image is displayed, and the effect can be preferably performed. On the other hand, since the first specific image is displayed in both the first situation and the second situation, the player can confirm the game value information even in the situation where the privilege-related image is displayed.

The gaming machine of the 12th form is the gaming machine according to any one of the 7th to 11th forms.
The first specific image displays an element classified into a first type (credit image, a payout number image) displaying elements classified into the first type, and an element classified into a second type different from the first type. Including the second type specific image (AT game number image, net increase number image),
The first type specific image and the second type specific image are characterized in that they are composed of separate image data.
According to this feature, by displaying the image data of the first type specific image on the display means, the elements classified into the first type can be displayed, and the image data of the second type specific image can be displayed as the display means. By displaying the elements classified into the second type, the elements classified into the second type can be displayed, and further, the image data of the first type specific image and the image data of the second type specific image are superimposed and displayed on the display means. All the elements classified into the first type and the second type can be displayed, and the necessary elements among the plurality of elements constituting the first specific image can be easily displayed depending on the situation.

The gaming machine of the thirteenth aspect is the gaming machine according to any one of the first to sixth forms.
In a game machine (slot machine 1) that plays a game
Benefit granting means (main control unit 41) for granting benefits,
A display means (liquid crystal display 51) capable of displaying an image and
A display control means (sub-control unit 91) that controls the display means to display an image, and
With
The display area of the display means includes a first display area in which a main effect image including an image constituting the selection effect (selection effect) is displayed, and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area. Including
The display control means
In the first situation, the main effect image is displayed in the first display area, and a plurality of types of specific images (credit image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, etc.) are displayed in the second display area. Control to make
In the second situation, the first display area and the second display area are used to control the display of privilege-related images (bonus confirmation notification image, color image D) related to the privilege.
The gaming machine makes it possible to suggest the granting of benefits by switching from the first situation to the second situation (suggesting that it is controlled to a special state).
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, in the second situation, in addition to the first display area, the privilege-related image is displayed using the second display area in which the specific image is displayed in the first situation, so that a wider display area is displayed. It is possible to produce a suitable effect by using the above, and it is possible to improve the interest.

The gaming machine of the 14th form is the gaming machine according to the 13th form.
The privilege-related image is characterized in that it is an image (bonus confirmation notification image, color image D) suggesting that the privilege is confirmed to be granted.
According to this feature, it is possible to suggest that the grant of the privilege has been confirmed by using a wider display area.

The gaming machine of the 15th form is the gaming machine according to any one of the 1st to 6th forms.
In a game machine (slot machine 1) that plays a game
Benefit granting means (main control unit 41) for granting benefits,
A display means (liquid crystal display 51) capable of displaying an image and
A display control means (sub-control unit 91) that controls the display means to display an image, and
Operation means operated by the player (directing switch 56) and
With
The display area of the display means includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area.
The display control means can control the display means to display operation promotion images (operation promotion images A and C) that promote the operation of the operation means.
The operation promotion image includes a first operation promotion image (operation promotion image A) and a second operation promotion image (operation promotion image C) suggesting that a privilege is more likely to be given than the first operation promotion image. ) And, including
The display control means
Control to display a specific image (credit image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, etc.) in the second display area in the first situation where the operation promotion image (operation promotion images A and C) is not displayed. And
In the second situation where the first operation promotion image (operation promotion image A) is displayed among the operation promotion images, the specific image (credit image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase) is displayed in the second display area. (Number of images, etc.) is displayed, and the first operation promotion image (operation promotion image A) is controlled to be displayed using the first display area.
In the third situation in which the second operation promotion image (operation promotion image C) is displayed among the operation promotion images, the specific image (credit image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase) is displayed in the second display area. It is characterized in that control is performed so that the second operation promotion image (operation promotion image C) is displayed using the first display area and the second display area without displaying the number of images).
According to this feature, in the third situation where the second operation promotion image, which is more likely to be given a privilege than the first operation promotion image among the operation promotion images, is displayed, the first display area and the second display area By displaying the second operation promotion image using the above, it is possible to preferably perform an effect using a wider display area than when the first operation promotion image is displayed, and it is possible to improve the interest.

The game machine of the 16th form is the game machine according to the 15th form.
The operation promotion image is more likely to be given a privilege than the first operation promotion image (operation promotion image A), and is given a privilege more than the second operation promotion image (operation promotion image C). A third operation promotion image (operation promotion image B) suggesting that the possibility is low is included.
The display control means (sub control unit 91)
In the fourth situation in which the third operation promotion image (operation promotion image B) is displayed among the operation promotion images, the specific image (credit image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase) is displayed in the second display area. It is characterized in that the control for displaying the third operation promotion image (operation promotion image B) is performed using the first display area and the second display area while displaying the number of images).
According to this feature, even if the operation promotion image uses both the first display area and the second display area, the possibility that the privilege is given can be changed depending on the presence or absence of the specific image.

The gaming machine of the form 17 is the gaming machine according to the form 15 or 16.
The plurality of options include a first option (“small button” option) corresponding to the first operation promotion image (operation promotion image A) and a second option corresponding to the second operation promotion image (operation promotion image C). Including choices ("large button" choices),
When the first option (“small button” option) is identifiable as the selection result of the selection effect, the first operation promotion image (operation promotion image A) is displayed, and the second option (“small button” option) is displayed. When the "large button" option) is identifiablely displayed, the second operation promotion image (operation promotion image C) is displayed.
According to this feature, when the first option is specified as the selection result, the first operation promotion image is displayed, and when the second option is specified as the selection result, the second operation promotion image is displayed. Therefore, it is possible to pay attention to a plurality of options displayed in the selection effect.

The gaming machine of the eighteenth embodiment is the gaming machine according to any one of the first to sixth aspects.
In a game machine (slot machine 1) that plays a game
A display means (liquid crystal display 51) capable of displaying an image and
A display control means (sub-control unit 91) that controls the display means to display an image, and
With
The display area of the display means includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area.
The display control means
It is possible to control the display of the main effect image in the first display area and the display of a specific image (credit image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, etc.) in the second display area. Yes,
It is characterized in that it is possible to control the display of a special image (special effect image) in front of the main effect image and the specific effect image.
According to this feature, in a situation where the main effect image is displayed in the first display area and the specific image is displayed in the second display area, the special image is displayed in front of the main effect image and the specific image. While showing the main production image and the specific image, the production by the special image can be preferably performed, and the interest can be improved.

The gaming machine of the 19th form is the gaming machine according to the 18th form.
The display control means (sub control unit 91)
It is characterized in that the first effect performed by using only the first display area without using the second display area is controlled to be performed more frequently than the second effect of displaying the special image.
According to this feature, it is possible to increase the rarity of performing the second effect, that is, displaying a special image.

The gaming machine of the 20th form is the gaming machine according to the 18th or 19th form.
The display control means (sub control unit 91)
The special image (special effect image) can be displayed in the first part of the selection effect (selection effect), and at least one option is more advantageous than the option before the display of the special image (special effect image). It is characterized by being able to change to a higher choice.
According to this feature, it can be expected that a special image is displayed in the selection effect to change to an advantageous option.

The gaming machine of the 21st form is the gaming machine according to any one of the 1st to 6th forms.
In a game machine (slot machine 1) that plays a game
A display means (liquid crystal display 51) capable of displaying an image and
A display control means (sub-control unit 91) that controls the display means to display an image, and
With
The display area of the display means includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area.
The display control means
It is possible to control the display of the main effect image in the first display area and the display of a specific image (credit image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, etc.) in the second display area. Yes,
Control is performed to reduce the visibility (brightness) of the main effect image displayed in the first display area while maintaining the visibility (brightness) of the specific image displayed in the second display area. It is characterized by being possible.
According to this feature, the visibility of the main production image is reduced while maintaining the visibility of the specific image, so that the player can confirm the specific image while maintaining the visibility of the main production image. It is possible to preferably perform an effect of lowering the image, and improve the interest.

The game machine of the form 22 is the game machine according to the form 21.
The main production image and the specific image (credit image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, etc.) are each composed of separate image data.
The display control means (sub control unit 91)
Control is performed to superimpose the image data of the specific image in front of the image data of the main effect image and display it on the display means, and to rearward the image data of the main effect image and the image data of the specific image. It is characterized in that it controls to superimpose and display the reduced visibility image data (darkened image data) that reduces the visibility of the image.
According to this feature, the visibility of the specific image displayed in the second display area is improved by superimposing the image data of the visibility-reduced image between the image data of the main effect image and the image data of the specific image. While maintaining this, it is possible to perform control that reduces the visibility of the main effect image displayed in the first display area.

The gaming machine of the form 23 is the gaming machine according to the form 21 or 22.
The display control means (sub control unit 91)
Control is performed to gradually reduce the visibility (brightness) of the main effect image displayed in the first display area from the peripheral edge of the first display area toward the center of the first display area. It is a feature.
According to this feature, the visibility is gradually lowered from the peripheral portion of the first display region, that is, the position close to the specific image in which the visibility is maintained, so that the situation where the visibility is lowered can be highlighted.

The gaming machine of the 24th form is the gaming machine according to any one of the 21st to 23rd forms.
The plurality of options include a first option having a relatively high advantage (“continue” option) and a second option having a relatively low advantage (“end” option).
The display control means (sub control unit 91)
When the first option (“continue” option) is identifiable as a selection result, the first option is given a specific decoration (a mode in which a specific decorative image is displayed), and the first option is displayed. Control is performed so as not to reduce the visibility of the main effect image displayed in the display area.
When the second option (“end” option) is identifiable as a selection result, the second option is not given a specific decoration (a specific decorative image is displayed), and the second option is displayed. 2. It is characterized in that control is performed to reduce the visibility of the main effect image displayed in the first display area while maintaining the visibility of the specific image displayed in the display area.
According to this feature, it can be emphasized that the first option having a relatively high advantage is the selection result, while the second selection result having a relatively low advantage is not noticeably recognized. Can be made to.

The gaming machine of the 25th form is the gaming machine according to the 24th form.
The specific decoration (specific decoration image) is characterized in that it does not overlap with the specific image.
According to this feature, since the visibility of the specific image is prevented from being hindered by the specific decoration, the specific image is specified regardless of whether the first option is specified or the second option is specified as the selection result. Visibility can be ensured.

The gaming machine of the 26th form is the gaming machine according to any one of the 1st to 6th forms.
In a game machine (slot machine 1) that plays a game
Variable display units (reels 2L, 2C, 2R) that can variablely display multiple types of identification information that can be identified by each.
Predetermining means (internal lottery) to determine the display result that is allowed to be derived before the display result is derived,
Benefit granting means (main control unit 41) for granting benefits,
A display means (liquid crystal display 51) capable of displaying an image and
A display control means (sub-control unit 91) that controls the display means to display an image, and
With
The display area of the display means includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area.
The display control means controls to display a specific image in the second display area.
The specific image includes a first specific image (mode suggestion image A) and a second specific image (mode suggestion image B).
The game machine
In the first situation where the main effect image is displayed in the first display area and the first specific image (mode suggestion image A) is displayed in the second display area, the determination result of the prior determination means is specified. When it is the result (AT lottery target combination), it is possible to suggest the privilege by displaying the first specific image and the related image (chance suggestion image A) related to the first specific image.
In the second situation where the main effect image is displayed in the first display area and the second specific image (mode suggestion image B) is displayed in the second display area, the determination result of the prior determination means is specified. When it is the result (AT lottery target combination), it is possible to suggest the privilege by displaying the second specific image and the related image (chance suggestion image B) related to the second specific image.
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, when the determination result of the prior determination means is the specific result in the first situation where the first specific image is displayed, the effect of suggesting the privilege is performed by using the related image related to the first specific image. , When the determination result of the prior determination means is a specific result in the second situation where the second specific image is displayed, the second is to perform an effect suggesting a privilege by using the related image related to the second specific image. Benefits can be suggested according to the specific image displayed in the display area, and the interest can be improved.

The gaming machine of the 27th embodiment is the gaming machine according to the 26th aspect.
Equipped with an operating means (directing switch 56) operated by the player,
It is possible to select whether to perform the effect using the first specific image (mode suggestion image A) or the effect using the second specific image (mode suggestion image B) according to the operation of the operation means. It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, the player can select whether to perform the effect using the first specific image or the effect using the second specific image, and the interest can be improved.

The gaming machine of the 28th embodiment is the gaming machine according to any one of the 1st to 6th embodiments.
In a game machine (slot machine 1) that plays a game
A state control means (main control unit 41) capable of controlling a plurality of states, and
A display means (liquid crystal display 51) capable of displaying an image and
A display control means (sub-control unit 91) that controls the display means to display an image, and
With
The display area of the display means includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area.
The plurality of states include a first state (AT state) and a second state (normal state).
The display control means
In the first state, the main effect image corresponding to the first state is displayed in the first display area, and the first specific image (AT game number image, net increase number image) related to the first state is displayed in the second display area. ) Can be controlled, and in the second state, the main effect image corresponding to the second state is displayed in the first display area, and the second display area relates to the second state. It is possible to control the display of the second specific image (mode suggestion images A and B).
In relation to the timing of being controlled from the first state to the second state by the state control means, the first specific image and the second specific image are not displayed, and the state shifts to the second state. It is characterized by controlling the display of the suggestion transition suggestion image (AT state result notification image).
According to this feature, when transitioning from the first state to the second state, the transition suggestion image is displayed without displaying the first specific image and the second specific image, so that the first state to the second state are displayed. With the transition to, the main effect image and the specific image can be switched without any discomfort.

The gaming machine of the form 29 is the gaming machine according to the form 28.
The display control means (sub control unit 91)
Before displaying the transition suggestion image (AT state result notification image), it is characterized in that a control is performed to display a white image in all the display areas of the display means.
According to this feature, by displaying the white image before displaying the transition suggestion image, the transition is made after the main effect image, the first specific image, and the second specific image are not displayed. The suggestion image can be displayed, and the main effect image and the specific image in the first state can be switched to the transition suggestion image without discomfort.

The gaming machine of the form 30 is the gaming machine according to the form 28 or 29.
The selection effect executing means includes a first option (“continuation” option) corresponding to the continuation of the first state in relation to the timing controlled from the first state to the second state by the state control means. , A second option (“end” option) corresponding to the end of the first state, and a selection effect (continuation suggestion effect) for displaying a plurality of options including
The display control means (sub control unit 91)
It is characterized in that when the second option (“end” option) is identifiablely displayed as a selection result, control is performed to display the transition suggestion image (AT state result notification image).
According to this feature, after the selection effect in which a plurality of options including the first option corresponding to the continuation of the first state and the second option corresponding to the end of the first state are displayed, the second option is displayed. Since the transition suggestion image is displayed when it is specified, it can be expected that the first state will continue even when the first state is controlled to the second state.

The gaming machine according to the thirty-one aspect is the gaming machine according to any one of the first to sixth forms.
In a game machine (slot machine 1) that plays a game
A state control means (main control unit 41) capable of controlling a plurality of states, and
A display means (liquid crystal display 51) capable of displaying an image and
A display control means (sub-control unit 91) that controls the display means to display an image, and
With
The display area of the display means includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area.
The plurality of states include a first state (normal state) and a second state (AT state).
The display control means can control to display a specific image (credit number image, payout number image) related to the current state in the second display area.
In relation to the timing when the state control means controls the second state to the first state, the display control means
A control is performed to display a game result notification image (AT state result notification image) for notifying the result of the game in the second state in the first display area so that the player can see it.
After that, a transition suggestion image (stage switching image) suggesting the transition to the first state is displayed in the first display area, and the specific image is displayed in the second display area so that the player can see it. Control to make
After that, the control is performed so that the main effect image is displayed in the first display area and the specific image is displayed in the second display area so that the player can see them.
According to this feature, when shifting from the second state to the first state, a specific image relating to the first state is displayed before the control for displaying the transition suggestion image ends, so that the specific state relating to the transition destination is specified. The image can be displayed quickly.

The gaming machine of the form 32 is the gaming machine according to the form 31.
The second state (AT state) is a state having a higher advantage for the player than the first state (normal state).
The display control means (sub control unit 91)
After displaying the game result notification image (AT state result notification image), when the display of the game result notification image is terminated, the main effect image constituting the game result notification image in the first display area. Control is performed to display the transition suggestion image (stage switching image) after displaying the specific image (mode suggestion image in the normal state) relating to the first state in the second display area while continuing the display. It is a feature.
According to this feature, when the transition from the specific state to the predetermined state is performed, the display of the main effect image constituting the game result notification image continues even in the situation where the specific image is displayed before the transition suggestion image is displayed. Therefore, it is possible to leave a lingering sound of a specific state that is more advantageous than the predetermined state for a while.

The gaming machine of the 33rd form is the gaming machine according to any one of the 7th to 32nd forms.
The selection effect (selection effect) includes a first selection effect (selection effect with UI) that uses only the first display area and a second selection effect (UI) that uses both the first display area and the second display area. None selection production), including,
The second selection effect (selection effect without UI) is characterized in that the more advantageous options are specified as the selection result than the first selection effect (selection effect with UI).
According to this feature, when executing the selection effect, it is possible to pay attention to the difference in the display area used by the selection effect.

An embodiment of the slot machine 1 which is a gaming machine to which the present invention is applied will be described with reference to the drawings. As shown in FIG. 1, the slot machine 1 of this embodiment is composed of a housing 1a having an open front surface and a front door 1b rotatably pivotally supported at a side end of the housing 1a. There is. Inside the slot machine 1, reels 2L, 2C, and 2R (hereinafter, left reel, middle reel, and right reel) in which a plurality of types of symbols that can be distinguished from each other are arranged in the same number in a predetermined order are arranged in the horizontal direction. As shown in FIG. 1, three consecutive symbols among the symbols arranged on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are arranged side by side in the see-through window 3 provided in the substantially center of the front surface of the slot machine 1. Each is displayed in the upper, middle, and lower three stages and is arranged so that it can be seen from the player side. Further, as shown in FIG. 2, each reel has a plurality of types of symbols (“red 7”, “blue 7”, “white 7”, “BAR”, “watermelon”, “cherry a” that can be individually identified. , "Cherry b", "Bell", "Replay", "Plum") are arranged in a predetermined order.

In this embodiment, the configuration using three reels is illustrated, but a configuration using only one reel, a configuration using two reels, and a configuration using four or more reels may be used. .. Further, in this embodiment, the variable display unit for variably displaying the symbols by the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is configured, but the variable display unit may be other than the reel, for example, a plurality of symbols on the outer peripheral surface. The design may be changed and displayed by moving the belt on which the reels are arranged. Further, in this embodiment, the variable display unit is configured by a physical reel, but the variable display unit may be configured by an image display device such as a liquid crystal display.

On the front of the slot machine 1, as shown in FIG. 1, a medal insertion section 4 into which medals can be inserted, a medal payout exit 9 from which medals are paid out, and credits (the number of medals stored as a player-owned gaming value) ) Is used to set the maximum bet number among the specified number of bets (3 in this embodiment) determined according to the gaming state within that range, as the MAXBET switch 6 operated as a credit. Settlement switch 10, which is operated when the medals used for setting the stored medals and the number of bets are settled (the medals used for setting the credits and the number of bets are returned), and operated when the game is started. The stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R, which are operated when the rotations of the start switch 7, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, are provided so as to be operable by the player.

On the front of the slot machine 1, as shown in FIG. 1, a credit display 11 that displays the number of medals stored as credits, the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a prize, and the contents when an error occurs are shown. Game auxiliary display 12, betting number that displays an error code, operation information (navigation information) corresponding to the operation mode of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, an advantageous section display indicating that the control is performed in an advantageous section, etc. 1BETLED14 that notifies by lighting that 1 is set, 2BETLED15 that notifies that the number of bets is 2 by lighting, 3BETLED16 that notifies by lighting that the number of bets is 3 set, and the insertion of medals Turn-on request LED 17 that notifies the possible state by lighting, start effective LED 18 that notifies that the game start operation by operating the start switch 7 is effective, wait (because a certain period has not passed since the previous game start) The game display unit 13 provided with a weighting LED 19 for notifying by lighting that the reel is in the process of waiting for the start of rotation, and a replaying LED 20 for notifying that the replay game is in progress by lighting. It is provided. A liquid crystal display 51 capable of displaying an image or the like is provided on the front surface of the slot machine 1.

Inside the MAXBET switch 6, a BET switch effective LED21 (see FIG. 4) is provided to notify by lighting that the betting number setting operation by operating the MAXBET switch 6 is effective, and the stop switches 8L, 8C, Inside the 8R, there are left, middle, and right stop effective LEDs 22L, 22C, and 22R (see FIG. 4) that light up to notify that the operation of stopping the reel by the corresponding stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is effective. It is provided.

Inside the front door 1b of the slot machine 1, a reset switch 23 (see FIG. 4) that detects a reset operation for canceling an error state from the outside of the slot machine 1 by a predetermined key operation, while changing a set value, or A set value indicator 24 (see FIGS. 3 and 4) that displays the set value at that time while checking the set value, a door open detection switch 25 (see FIG. 4) that detects the open state of the front door 1b, and a medal. A flow path switching solenoid 30 for selectively switching the flow path of medals inserted from the insertion unit 4 to either the hopper tank side or the medal payout outlet 9 side, which will be described later, provided inside the slot machine 1. A medal selector 29 (see FIGS. 3 and 4) having a medal insertion sensor 31 for detecting medals inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 and flowing down to the hopper tank side is provided.

Further, inside the slot machine 1, control from the reel unit 34 and the main control unit 41 for rotating and stopping the reels 2L, 2C and 2R described above in response to a control signal from the main control unit 41. A hopper unit 35 for paying out medals from the medal payout outlet 9 in response to a signal is provided.

Further, inside the slot machine 1, it functions as a setting key switch 37 for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state, and a reset switch for canceling an error state in a normal state, and will be described later in the setting change state. A reset / setting switch 38 that functions as a setting switch for changing the set value of the winning probability (ball output rate) of the internal lottery, and a power switch 39 that is operated when the power is turned on / off are provided.

As shown in FIG. 4, the slot machine 1 is provided with a game control board 40 and an effect control board 90. The game control board 40 controls the game, and the effect control board 90 responds to the game state. The production is controlled.

The game control board 40 includes the MAXBET switch 6, the start switch 7, the stop switch 8L, 8C, 8R, the settlement switch 10, the reset switch 23, the input medal sensor 31, the reel sensor (not shown) of the reel unit 34, and the hopper. The payout sensor and full tank sensor (not shown) of the unit 35, the setting key switch 37, and the reset / setting switch 38 are connected, and detection signals of these connected switches and the like are input.

Further, on the game control board 40, the above-mentioned credit display 11, game auxiliary display 12, 1-3 BETLED 14 to 16, input request LED 17, start effective LED 18, wait LED 19, replay LED 20, BET switch effective LED 21, left. , Middle, right stop effective LED 22L, 22C, 22R, set value display 24, flow path switching solenoid 30, reel unit 34, hopper unit 35 are connected, and these electric parts are mounted on the game control board 40. It is driven based on the control of the main control unit 41.

The game control board 40 is composed of a microcomputer provided with a main CPU 41a, a ROM 41b, a RAM 41c, and an I / O port 41d, and is equipped with a main control unit 41 that controls the game.

The effect control board 90 includes the above-mentioned liquid crystal display 51, a speaker capable of outputting sound, a reel LED 55 capable of illuminating predetermined positions of reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the back side, and the effect is produced without being involved in the progress of the game. Whether to control the effect switch 56 used, the effect decorative LED 57 (57L, 57R) used for the effect, and the execution mode of the demonstration effect (demonstration effect) described later to the normal mode or the eco mode (power saving state). The effect devices such as the effect mode setting switch 58 used for the setting and the effect direction switch 59 used for the effect are connected, and the output state of these effect devices is determined by the sub control unit mounted on the effect control board 90. It can be controlled by 91. The sub control unit 91 receives a command transmitted from the main control unit 41 and performs various controls for performing the effect. The effect mode setting switch 58 is provided inside the slot machine 1 and can be operated by a store clerk or the like in which the slot machine 1 is installed, but cannot be operated by a player.

The liquid crystal display 51 has a liquid crystal panel that is transparent when no voltage is applied to the liquid crystal element, and is on the front side (player side) of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R of the front door 1b. The display area is provided so as to be arranged in. The reels 2L, 2C, and 2R on the back side of the liquid crystal display 51 are visible from the player side through the transmission region corresponding to the perspective window 3 and the perspective window 3 in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment has a configuration in which the medal payout rate changes according to the set value. Specifically, the medal payout rate is changed by using the winning probability according to the set value in the lottery that affects the advantage to the player such as the internal lottery. The set value is composed of 6 stages from 1 to 6, with 6 having the highest payout rate, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 the lower the payout rate. That is, when 6 is set as the set value, the advantage is highest for the player, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 is, the lower the advantage is.

In order to change the set value, it is necessary to turn on the power switch 39 of the slot machine 1 after turning on the setting key switch 37. When the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the power is turned on, the setting value read from the RAM 41c is displayed as a display value on the setting value display 24, and the setting value can be changed by operating the reset / setting switch 38. Move to the setting change state. When the reset / setting switch 38 is operated in the setting change state, the display value displayed on the setting value display 24 is updated by 1 (when the setting value 6 is further operated, the setting value is changed to 1). Return). Then, when the start switch 7 is operated, the display value is fixed as the set value. Then, when the setting key switch 37 is turned off, the confirmed display value (set value) is stored in the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41, and the game shifts to a state in which the game can proceed.

The setting key switch 37 and the reset / setting switch 38 are provided inside the slot machine 1 and cannot be operated unless the front door 1b, which can be opened by a predetermined key operation, is opened. Of the clerk of the game store to be installed, only the clerk who has a predetermined key can operate it. In particular, since the setting key switch 37 requires further key operation, only the clerk who has the key for operating the setting key switch 37 can operate the setting key switch 37 among the clerk of the game store. Further, the reset switch 23 does not need to open the front door 1b, but requires a key operation using a predetermined key, so that only a clerk who possesses the predetermined key can operate the reset switch 23. Further, the reset / setting switch 38 also functions as a reset switch for canceling the error state in the normal state.

When playing a game in the slot machine 1 of this embodiment, first, a medal is inserted from the medal insertion unit 4, or a MAXBET switch 6 is operated to set a bet number using credits. When a predetermined number of bets is set according to the game state, the predetermined winning lines LN (see FIG. 1, in this embodiment, are arranged horizontally in the middle of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R). (Set across the symbols) is valid, and the operation of the start switch 7 is valid, that is, the game can be started. If more than the maximum number of medals are inserted out of the specified number corresponding to the gaming state, that amount will be added to the credit. Further, in this embodiment, only one winning line is applied, but a plurality of winning lines may be applied.

When the start switch 7 is operated while the game can be started, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotated, and the symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are continuously changed. When any of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is operated while the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are being rotated, stop control is performed for the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and the rotation of the reel is rotated. It is stopped, and the design of the reel is derived and displayed on the perspective window 3 as a display result.

In the stop control, the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R corresponding to the operation is stopped within the maximum stop delay time (190 ms (milliseconds) in this embodiment) from the time when the operation of each stop switch is performed. Is done. The reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotated 80 times per minute, and 80 (rotation) x 21 (the number of symbol frames per reel, for example, 21 frames) = 1680 frames of symbols are changed, so a predetermined maximum Until the stop delay time (190 ms) elapses, a maximum of four frames of symbols can be drawn in. That is, in the stop control, one symbol from the symbol displayed when the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R are operated and the symbol up to 4 frames ahead, for a total of 5 frames (pull-in range). Can be selected and led to the reels 2L, 2R, 2R.

As a result, in the stop control, when the rotation is stopped by operating the corresponding stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R for each reel 2L, 2C, 2R, the winning combination won in the internal lottery described later is selected. If the constituent symbols are within the pull-in range of 4 frames ahead from the symbol when the stop switch is operated, the symbol is pulled onto the winning line LN to rotate the reel on which the stop switch is operated. On the other hand, if the symbols that make up the winning combination that has been won in the internal lottery are not within the draw-in range, the symbols that make up the winning combination that has not been won in the internal lottery will be the winning line LN. It is possible to pull a symbol that does not constitute any winning combination onto the winning line LN so as not to stop upward, and control the stop switch to stop the rotation of the operated reel.

Then, when all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, one game ends, and the combination of the symbols of the winning combination determined in advance on the winning line LN is stopped as the display result of each reel 2L, 2C, 2R. In that case, a prize is generated, and a number of medals determined according to the prize are given to the player and added to the credit. Further, when the maximum number of credits (50 in this embodiment) is reached, medals are directly paid out from the medal payout outlet 9 (see FIG. 1). Further, when the combination of symbols accompanying the transition of the gaming state stops on the winning line LN as the display result of each reel 2L, 2C, 2R, the combination of symbols is shifted to the gaming state according to the combination of symbols. ..

In this embodiment, the game starts when the operation of the start switch 7 is detected while the operation of the start switch 7 is valid, and the game ends when all the reels are stopped. In addition, one unit of control (game control) for executing the game starts when all the controls associated with the end of the previous game are completed, and when all the controls associated with the end of the game are completed. finish.

In the slot machine 1 of this embodiment, the type of winning combination (hereinafter referred to as winning combination) is determined according to the game state, and it is not necessary to set a small winning combination with medal payout and a bet number. There are a re-gaming role in which a re-game that enables the start of the next game is given, and a special role that accompanies a transition to a gaming state (special state) that is advantageous to the player. In the following, the small role and the replay role are collectively referred to as the general role. In order for each winning combination determined according to the game state to be won, it is necessary to win the internal lottery and set the winning flag of the winning combination. In the internal lottery, before the display results of all reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are derived, whether or not the main control unit 41 allows the above-mentioned winning of each winning combination (specifically, the specified number). When the operation of the start switch 7 is detected while the bet number is set), it is determined by using a random number.

Of the winning flags for each combination, the winning flags for the small combination and the replay combination are valid only in the game in which the flag is set, and are invalid in the next game, but the winning flag for the special combination is the relevant. It is valid until all the allowed combinations of combinations are available by the flag, and is invalid in the game where all the allowed combination of combinations are available. That is, once the winning flag of the special role is won, even if the combination of the winning combination permitted by the flag cannot be aligned, the winning flag is not invalidated and is carried over to the next game. It has become.

Further, in the internal lottery, when the stop operation is performed in a predetermined operation mode (for example, stop operation order, operation timing), it is more advantageous than when the stop operation is performed in another operation mode. A role and a replaying role (hereinafter, may be referred to as a navigation target role) can be won. The navigation target combination includes, for example, a combination that is more advantageous than the stop mode in which the stop operation is performed in a predetermined operation mode and the stop operation is performed in another operation mode. Includes a combination in which, when the stop operation is performed in a predetermined operation mode, the rate of stopping the advantageous stop mode is higher than that in the case where the stop operation is performed in another operation mode. Further, the advantageous stop mode includes not only a stop mode accompanied by the awarding of medals, but also a stop mode accompanied by a transition to an advantageous gaming state, a stop mode in which a transition to an unfavorable gaming state is avoided, and the like.

The main control unit 41 executes a navigation notification that notifies the navigation information that can specify the operation mode of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, which is advantageous for the player according to the internal lottery result, by the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12. It is possible to control the assist time (AT), which is a possible notification period. The main control unit 41 starts controlling the AT and controls the AT by granting the player the right to be controlled by the AT. Then, when the AT is controlled, by winning the navigation target combination, the navigation notification is executed, and the operation modes of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R (for example, the push order, which are advantageous for the player). The operation timing, etc.) is notified using the game auxiliary display 12, and a command that can specify an operation mode that is advantageous to the player is transmitted to the sub control unit 91, so that the operation mode is transmitted to the liquid crystal display. The navigation effect of notifying using 51 or the like is executed. By operating the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R in the operation mode notified by the navigation notification and the navigation effect, the navigation target combination won in the internal lottery can be reliably won.

In this embodiment, the main control unit 41 includes a game auxiliary display 12 capable of displaying the number of medals paid out, an error code, and navigation information, and the game auxiliary display 12 is used in controlling the navigation notification. Although the configuration is such that the navigation information is notified, the navigation information may be notified by using the dedicated display in the control of the navigation notification by providing a dedicated display capable of displaying only the navigation information.

[About the game section]
The main control unit 41 of this embodiment can control the game section to either a normal section or an advantageous section.

The normal section is a game section in which navigation notification is not performed, and after the advantageous section is completed, it is started when the next game is started, and it is decided to shift to the advantageous section by the advantageous section transition lottery. It ends when it is done. In the normal section, the section display indicating that the advantageous section is controlled by lighting the advantageous section notification LED 12a is not performed, and the advantageous section notification LED 12a is controlled to be turned off.

Further, in the normal section, by winning the advantageous section transition lottery target combination in the internal lottery, the advantageous section transition lottery is performed to determine whether or not to shift to the advantageous section. Further, in the normal section, even if the AT lottery target combination is won in the internal lottery, the AT lottery is not performed, so that it is not decided to control the AT and the AT is not controlled. .. In the AT lottery during the normal section, the probability of winning the control to the AT may be set to 0, so that the determination to control the AT may not be made.

The advantageous section is a game section in which the navigation notification may be performed, and is an advantageous game section as compared with the normal section because the navigation notification can be executed. The advantageous section starts when the next game is started after it is decided by the advantageous section transition lottery in the normal section to shift to the advantageous section, and ends when the predetermined advantageous section end condition is satisfied. .. In the advantageous section, the section display is started at the start of the game in which the medal payout rate (payout number / bet number) can exceed 100% by first performing the navigation notification after the start of the advantageous section. By controlling the notification LED 12a to be in the lit state, it is notified that the notification LED 12a is controlled in the advantageous section. Further, in the advantageous section, the navigation notification is performed when the predetermined navigation condition is satisfied (in this embodiment, the AT state described later is controlled and the navigation target combination is won by the internal lottery). , The operation mode of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R which is advantageous for the player is notified.

Further, in the advantageous section, the AT lottery is performed by winning the AT lottery target combination in the internal lottery. By winning the AT lottery, the state shifts to the AT state in which the AT is controlled. Then, when the navigation target combination is won in the internal lottery, the navigation notification is performed, and the operation mode of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R which is advantageous for the player is notified, and the advantageous section is , It is a game section that is more advantageous for the player than the normal section.

The end condition of the advantageous section includes the end condition 1 which is established when the number of games in the advantageous section (the number of games in the advantageous section) reaches the upper limit number of games (1500 games in this embodiment), and the net increase in the number of medals in the advantageous section. Is the specified number (in this embodiment, 2388 (the maximum number (15) of the number of payouts in the slot machine 1 is subtracted from the maximum number of 2400, and the maximum number (3) used for setting the number of bets) is added. End condition 2 that is satisfied by exceeding), which is an end condition that can be satisfied without being based on the number of advantageous section games and the net increase in the number of medals, and is a predetermined arbitrary condition (for example, a predetermined game after the end of AT). The end condition 3 that is satisfied when the number elapses, etc.) is included, and the advantageous section is terminated when at least one of the end conditions 1 to 3 is satisfied.

In this embodiment, when the game section is controlled to the normal section, the advantageous section transition lottery is performed by winning the advantageous section transition lottery target combination in the internal lottery, and the advantageous section transition lottery is performed. By winning, the game section is shifted to the advantageous section, but when the game section is controlled to the normal section, a predetermined advantageous section transition combination is won, so that the game section is shifted to the advantageous section. It may be configured to shift to.

[Control status related to AT]
The main control unit 41 of this embodiment can control a plurality of types of states including a normal state, an AT state, and an additional state as control states related to AT. The normal state is a state in which AT is not controlled. The AT state is a state in which AT is controlled, and includes AT state 1 and AT state 2. In the AT state 2, the expected value of the number of medals to be paid out during the period controlled in the state is set higher than that in the AT state 1, and the AT state 2 is more advantageous to the player than the AT state 1. The degree is high. The addition state is a state in which the AT is controlled and the fact that the number of games to be controlled (the number of AT games) is added to the AT is determined at a higher rate than in the AT state.

When the control state related to AT is controlled to the normal state, the main control unit 41 controls the AT state (AT state 1, AT state 2) by winning a predetermined AT lottery target combination in the internal lottery. An AT lottery will be held to decide whether or not to do so. Then, when the player wins the AT lottery and decides to control the AT state, then a predetermined transition condition (in this embodiment, after winning the AT lottery, a predetermined number of games (for example, 10) The number of AT games according to the type of AT state determined by the AT lottery (in this embodiment, 100 games in AT state 1 and 50 games in AT state 2) is established. (Game) is given, and the game shifts to the corresponding AT state (AT state 1, AT state 2). In the AT state 1, a larger number of AT games are given at the start of the AT state 1 as compared with the start of the AT state 2, and the AT state 1 is a player as compared with the AT state 2. It is in a favorable condition for.

In the AT state, the number of AT games is subtracted by 1 each time a game is played, and the AT state is terminated at the end of the game when the remaining number of AT games is 0 to shift to the normal state. Further, even if the above-mentioned end condition of the advantageous section is satisfied, the AT state is terminated and the state is shifted to the normal state. Further, in the AT state, each time the above-mentioned navigation target combination is won in the internal lottery, the navigation notification is controlled to notify the operation mode that is advantageous to the player.

Further, in the AT state, a predetermined additional lottery target combination is won in the internal lottery to perform an additional lottery to determine whether or not to add the number of AT games, and the additional lottery is won to win the prize. Add the number of games to the number of remaining AT games.

Further, in the AT state, by winning a predetermined additional state lottery target combination in the internal lottery, an additional state lottery is performed to determine whether or not to shift to the additional state, and by winning the additional state lottery, the additional state lottery is performed. After that, the game is shifted to the additional state over a predetermined number of games (10 games in this embodiment).

In the additional state, the additional lottery is performed at a higher winning rate than the additional lottery in the AT state in each game, and the number of games won in the additional lottery is added to the remaining number of AT games. Then, after the transition to the additional state has elapsed, the predetermined number of games elapses, so that the AT state before the transition to the additional state is entered. Further, in the added state, the control of subtracting the number of AT games by 1 each time the game is played is not performed, but the operation mode that is advantageous to the player is notified every time the above-mentioned navigation target combination is won in the internal lottery. Control to perform navigation notification. In the additional state, the additional lottery is performed at a higher winning rate than the additional lottery in the AT state in each game, and the additional state is a state advantageous for the player as compared with the AT state.

[Control status by the main control unit]
A control state controlled by the main control unit 41 in relation to the game will be described with reference to FIG.

As shown in FIG. 5, the main control unit 41 is in a state in which a game (game) is being played, in a game in which the game is progressing in stages, and in a state in which the game is not being played. Non-gaming state (non-gaming state 1, non-gaming state 2) that waits until an operation for advancing is performed, setting change state that is transferred by performing a predetermined setting change operation, and predetermined setting confirmation. It is possible to control the control state including the setting confirmation state that is transferred when the operation is performed and the error state that is transferred when an error is detected in relation to the control of the game.

The in-game state is a state in which a game (game) is being played, from when the number of bets is set by inserting medals from the medal insertion unit 4 or by operating the MAXBET switch 6 to when the game ends. It is in the state of. The in-game state also includes a state in which rotation control and stop control of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are performed, and a state in which medal payout control is performed when a small winning combination is won. In the in-game state, the main control unit 41 controls the game to progress stepwise according to the operation status of various switches and the input status of various sensors. If the re-game combination is awarded at the end of the game and the re-game is granted, the in-game state is continued and the game is controlled by the next game, and then the small combination wins the game or At the end of the lost game in which neither role wins, the in-game state ends.

The non-gaming state is a state in which the game is not played, and includes a non-gaming state 1 that is first transitioned after the end of the playing state, and a non-gaming state 2 that can be transitioned after the non-gaming state 1. (Hereinafter, the non-gaming state 1 and the non-gaming state 2 may be collectively referred to as the non-gaming state). The non-gaming state 1 is the state after the end of the in-game state, that is, after the end of the game, until a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) elapses without setting the bet number, or the bet number. It is the state until when is set. In the non-gaming state 2, the bet number is set from the time when a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) elapses without setting the bet number after the end of the in-game state, that is, after the end of the game. It is in the state until the time.

In the non-gambling state 1, the main control unit 41 controls so as to maintain the display mode of various indicators and the like on the game display unit 13 at the end of the game for a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment). ) Elapses, or by the medal insertion from the medal insertion unit 4 or the operation of the MAXBET switch 6, control is performed so as to wait until the bet number is set. Then, when a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) elapses without setting the bet number, the game shifts to the non-gaming state 2, while the betting number is set, so that the playing state is set. Move to.

In the non-game state 2, the main control unit 41 controls 1-3 BETLEDs 14 to 16 of the various indicators on the game display unit 13 to the non-lighting state, and ends the display of the number of payouts on the game auxiliary display 12. Control to hide. On the other hand, while controlling the display mode of the credit display 11 and the advantageous section notification LED 12a to continue, the player waits until the number of bets is set by inserting medals from the medal insertion unit 4 or operating the MAXBET switch 6. Control to do. Then, by setting the bet number, the game shifts to the in-game state.

The setting change state is a state in which the setting value of the slot machine 1 can be changed, and the main control unit 41 is in a state in which the setting key switch 37 is in the ON state and the power switch 39 is in the ON state as described above. Then, when the power of the slot machine 1 is turned on, the setting change state is controlled at the time of startup. Then, when the setting key switch 37 is turned off, the setting change state is terminated and the state shifts to the non-gaming state 1. In the setting change state, the display value corresponding to the setting value that is a candidate for a new setting value is displayed on the setting value display 24, and the display value is updated one by one by operating the reset / setting switch 38 to start. When the switch 7 is operated, the setting value corresponding to the display value displayed at that time is controlled to be set as a new setting value.

The setting confirmation state is a state in which the set value of the slot machine 1 can be confirmed, and the main control unit 41 turns on the setting key switch 37 in the non-gaming state (non-gaming state 1, non-gaming state 2). By being in the state, it is controlled to the setting confirmation state. Then, when the setting key switch 37 is turned off, the setting confirmation state is terminated, and the non-gaming state (non-gaming state 1, non-gaming) that was controlled before shifting to the setting confirmation state is performed. Move to state 2). In the setting confirmation state, the setting value display 24 is controlled to display a value indicating the currently set setting value.

The error state is a state in which the progress of the game is disabled, and the main control unit 41 makes various errors (for example, a selector error (medal)) based on the input status of various sensors in the in-game state and the non-game state. The occurrence of hopper error (abnormality related to medal payout or medal clogging detected in the hopper unit 35), etc.), etc. Then, control to the error state. Then, by operating the reset switch 23 or the reset / setting switch 38, the state controlled before ending the error state and shifting to the error state (in-game state, non-gaming state 1, non-game). Move to the medium state 2). In the error state, the main control unit 41 does not effectively accept the input by various switches (MAXBET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switch 8L, 8C, 8R) related to the progress of the game, and controls so that the game does not progress. While doing so, it is controlled to wait until the reset switch 23 or the reset / setting switch 38 is operated.

[About the production by the sub control unit]
An execution mode of the effect performed by the sub control unit 91 in response to the control state by the main control unit 41 will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 14.

The main control unit 41 can transmit various commands that can specify the progress status of the game, the above-mentioned control state, and the like to the sub control unit 91 according to the progress status of the game, changes in the control state, and the like. On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 has various effect devices (for example, a liquid crystal display 51, a reel LED 55, and an effect decoration) in an effect mode according to a control state specified based on a command received from the main control unit 41. It is possible to execute various effects by controlling the LED 57, etc.), and when it is specified that the control state of the main control unit 41 is the above-mentioned in-game state or non-gaming state 1, the normal effect is performed. When it is controlled to the effect mode and it is specified that it is in the non-game state 2, it is controlled to the effect mode of the demo effect (normal mode or eco mode), and when it is specified that it is in the setting change state, the setting is changed. It is controlled to the effect mode of the state notification, and when it is specified that the setting confirmation state is specified, it is controlled to the effect mode of the setting confirmation state notification, and when it is specified that the error state is specified, it is set to the effect mode of the error state notification. During the period in which the front door 1b is specified to be in the open state, the door opening notification is controlled.

As shown in FIG. 6A, in the main control unit 41, the start switch 7 is operated after the bet number is set during the period when the control state is in the gaming state, and the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are operated. In the first period until the rotation control is started, the bet number setting operation by inserting medals or the bet number setting operation by the MAXBET switch 6 is performed, so that the bet number is changed to the in-game state. The 1-3 BETLEDs 14 to 16 corresponding to the number of bets set by the setting operation are sequentially controlled in the lit state. In addition, the display of the number of medals paid out on the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to be erased. In addition, the credit value is controlled to be continuously displayed on the credit display 11.

After that, if the number of bets has not reached the specified value (3 in this embodiment), or if the credit value has not reached the upper limit value (50 in this embodiment), the input request LED 17 is set. The lighting state is controlled to encourage the medal insertion unit 4 to insert medals. If the number of bets has not reached the specified number, the number of bets by inserting medals or using the MAXBET switch 6 is controlled by controlling the 1 to 3 BETLEDs 14 to 16 corresponding to the insufficient number of bets to the non-lighting state. Prompt to set the number of bets by setting operation. Then, a medal is inserted or a bet number setting operation is performed by the MAXBET switch 6, and the bet number is set, so that the corresponding 1 to 3 BETLEDs 14 to 16 are sequentially controlled to be lit.

Further, when the bet number reaches the specified value (3 in this embodiment), the start valid LED 18 is controlled to be lit, and the start switch 7 is urged to operate while waiting until the start switch 7 is operated. .. If the credit value does not reach the upper limit after the number of bets reaches the specified value (3 in this embodiment), the insertion request LED 17 is controlled to be lit and the medal insertion unit 4 starts. Encourage the insertion of medals. Then, when the medals are inserted, the display of the credit display 11 is controlled to be sequentially updated one by one according to the number of inserted medals. After that, when the credit value reaches the upper limit value, that is, when the specified number of bets is set and the credit value reaches the upper limit value, the input request LED 17 is controlled to be in a non-lighting state.

Further, although not shown, when the replaying combination wins a prize in the previous game and the replaying is given, the specified number of bets is set and the game shifts to the in-game state, the betting number is set. According to this, the 1st to 3rd BETLEDs 14 to 16 are sequentially controlled to be in the lit state. Then, after controlling all the 1 to 3 BET LEDs 14 to 16 to the lit state, the start effective LED 18 is controlled to the lit state, and the process waits until the start switch 7 is operated. It should be noted that the LED 20 during replay is controlled to be in a lit state by winning a prize in the replay combination and being given a replay, and in the control of the state during game, the lit state of the LED 20 during replay is continued. Control to let.

Further, when the advantageous section notification LED 12a is controlled to the advantageous section and the advantageous section notification LED 12a is controlled to the lighting state and the state is shifted to the in-game state, the lighting state of the advantageous section notification LED 12a is continued throughout the gaming state. It is controlled so as to notify that the advantageous section is in progress. If the advantageous section ends at the end of the in-game state, the main control unit 41 controls the advantageous section notification LED 12a to the non-lighting state.

Then, the main control unit 41 rotates the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R by operating the start switch 7 while the specified number of bets is set and the start effective LED 18 is controlled to be lit. Start rotation control.

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 is in a period in which the control state of the main control unit 41 is specified to be in the gaming state, that is, from the time when the bet number is set to the time when the control of the game is finished. During the period of normal production, the start switch 7 is operated after the bet number is set during the period of the game, and the rotation control of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is started. Even during the period until it is done, the normal production is controlled.

In the control of the normal effect, the liquid crystal display 51 displays a normal effect image (in this embodiment, an image in which a predetermined character is walking in the forest or the sea) to be displayed when the control state is in the game state. Therefore, it is suggested that the control state is the in-game state.

Further, in the control of the normal effect, a credit image showing the value of the credit specified based on the command received from the main control unit 41 (in this embodiment, 25 number images and a frame image surrounding the number image), a medal. A payout number image showing the number of payouts (in this embodiment, a number image of 0 and a frame image surrounding the number image), and a bet number image showing the set number of bets (three circle images in this embodiment). The included UI image (user interface image) is displayed in the display area on the lower side of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

Further, in the control of the normal effect, the reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (low brightness) so as to irradiate the reels 2L, 2C and 2R from the rear with a predetermined first brightness, and the reels 2L, 2C and 2R are controlled. Improves visibility from the player side. In the control for turning on the reel LED 55, the reel LED 55 is controlled at a predetermined duty ratio (the ratio of the period during which the reel LED 55 is continuously controlled in the ON state in a unit period) to obtain the first brightness. A configuration may be used in which the lighting state is controlled to a predetermined second brightness, which will be described later, or the first brightness and the second brightness can be controlled by controlling the number of LED elements constituting the reel LED 55 to be controlled to the ON state. The first brightness and the second brightness may be controlled by controlling the voltage applied to the control circuit of the reel LED 55 or controlling the current flowing through the reel LED 55. It may be configured to control the lighting state.

Further, in the control of the normal effect, it is suggested that the decorative LED 57 for effect is controlled to a predetermined lighting state to perform the normal effect. Further, during the game in-game state, at least the area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 that overlaps with the perspective windows 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is controlled so as not to display an image. The visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the player side during the game is not hindered.

As shown in FIGS. 6B and 6C, when the number of bets is set on the main control unit 41 side by the medal insertion from the medal insertion unit 4 or the operation of the MAXBET switch 6, the sub control unit 91 is set. The bet number image in the UI image is sequentially updated according to the bet number specified based on the command received from the main control unit 41.

As shown in FIG. 6B, when the bet number is set by inserting medals, the bet number image is updated so as to correspond to the set bet number each time the bet number is set. For example, when the set bet number is 0, all the round images included in the bet number image are displayed in a non-BET display mode (for example, a gray display mode) indicating that the bet number is not set. In a state suggesting that the set bet number is 0 (initial value) (initial value display state), the first medal is inserted to set the bet number 1. At that time, a predetermined one of the round images included in the bet number image is displayed in the BET display mode (for example, the red display mode) indicating that the bet number is set, and the round image is displayed. The other two are updated to be displayed in a non-BET display mode, suggesting that the set bet number is 1. Then, in this state, when the second medal is inserted to set the bet number 2, a predetermined two of the round images included in the bet number image are displayed in the BET display mode, and the circle is displayed. The other two of the images are updated to be displayed in a non-BET display mode, suggesting that the set bet number is 2. Then, in this state, when a third medal is inserted to further set the bet number 3, all the round images included in the bet number image are updated and set so as to be displayed in the BET display mode. It suggests that the number of bets being placed is three. In this way, when the first to third medals are inserted to set the bet numbers 1 to 3, the update of the bet number can be visually recognized every time the medals are inserted. Update the bet number image. When the first to third medals are inserted to set the number of bets 1 to 3, the credit value and the number of medals to be paid out do not change. The credit image and the payout number image are controlled to be maintained without being updated.

As shown in FIG. 6C, when the number of bets is set by the MAXBET switch 6, it is set every time the number of bets is set, as in the case where the number of bets is set by inserting medals. The bet number image is updated so as to correspond to the bet number, and the credit image is also sequentially updated so that the credit value is subtracted by 1. For example, the set bet number is 0, all the round images included in the bet number image are displayed in a non-BET display mode (for example, a gray display mode) (initial value display state), and When the number of bets is set by the MAXBET switch 6 when the number of bets is set from 0 to the specified number (3) when the number of bets is equal to or greater than the specified number of bets, the circle image included in the bet number image By sequentially updating the number of items displayed in the BET display mode at predetermined time intervals (for example, 0.3 seconds) so as to increase the number of items displayed one by one, the update of the number of bets becomes visible. Update the bet number image. In addition, each time the bet number image is updated, the number image included in the credit image is also sequentially updated so that the credit value is subtracted by 1, so that the credit image can be visually recognized. Update. At this time, since the value of the number of medals paid out does not change, the numerical image of the number of medals paid out is controlled to be maintained without being updated.

As shown in FIG. 7, in the main control unit 41, the reels 2L and 2C are operated by operating the start switch 7 while a predetermined number of bets are set during the period when the control state is in the gaming state. In the period from when the rotation control of 2R is started to when the stop switches 8L, 8C and 8R are operated, all reels 2L, 2C and 2R are stopped and one game is finished, first , The on-request LED 17 and the start effective LED 18 are controlled to be in the non-lighting state, and the non-lighting state is controlled to continue for the period. Further, during the period, the display mode of the credit display 11 and the lighting states of the 1 to 3 BET LEDs 14 to 16 are controlled to be continued without being changed. In addition, the display mode of the medal payout number portion on the game auxiliary display 12 is maintained in a non-display state, and the insertion request LED 17, the start effective LED 18, and the waiting LED 19 are controlled to be maintained in a non-display state. In addition, the lighting mode of the LED during replay remains the same as the mode at the start of the in-game state (lighting state when replay was granted in the previous game, non-lighting state when replay was not granted). Control to maintain. Then, by operating the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R while the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotationally controlled, the main control unit 41 stops the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, and 2R. I do.

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 is in a period in which the control state of the main control unit 41 is specified to be in the game state, that is, from the time when the bet number is set to the time when the control of the game is finished. During the period of the game, the start switch 7 is operated with the specified number of bets set during the period of the normal production, so that the reels 2L, 2C, Also in the second period from the start of the 2R rotation control to the end of the game control, the control of the normal effect is performed as in the first period of the game in-game state described above.

In the control of the normal effect, the normal effect image (in this embodiment, an image in which the predetermined character is walking in the forest or an image in which the predetermined character is walking in the sea) is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. It suggests that the state is in the game state. Further, the UI image (user interface image) is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. Further, the reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (low brightness) to improve the visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the player side. Further, it is suggested that the effect decoration LED 57 is controlled to a predetermined lighting state to perform a normal effect.

The main control unit 41 starts the rotation control of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R during the game, and then when the rotation of all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is stopped, the symbol combination of the small winning combination is put on the reel. When stopped, payout control is performed to pay out the number of medals according to the symbol combination of the stopped small winning combination, and the display mode of the number of medals paid out on the game auxiliary display 12 is changed so as to correspond to the number of medals paid out. It is sequentially updated and controlled so that the final display mode (9 in this embodiment) is continued. In addition, when the payout control is performed, when the medal is paid out, if the credit value does not reach the upper limit value, the number of medals to be paid out is the credit within the range where the credit value does not exceed the upper limit value. The value is sequentially added, the display mode of the credit display 11 is sequentially updated so as to indicate the value corresponding to the credit value, and the final display mode (34 in this embodiment) is controlled to be continued.

Then, when the payout control is completed, the control of the game is terminated and the game shifts to the non-gaming state 1. Further, when the rotations of all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, and when the symbol combination of any combination is not stopped, the control of the game is terminated without performing the payout control, and the non-game state is in progress. Move to 1. On the other hand, when the rotations of all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, and when the symbol combination of the re-game combination is stopped on the reels, the re-game is given and the specified number of bets is set. After performing the grant control, the control of the game is continued to continue the control of the in-game state.

On the other hand, in the sub control unit 91, when the payout control is performed on the main control unit 41 side and it is specified that the medals are paid out, the UI image is displayed according to the number of medals to be paid out. The number of payout images is controlled to be updated sequentially. On the other hand, when the medal payout control is not performed on the main control unit 41 side, the payout number image is controlled to be maintained without being updated.

Further, the sub control unit 91 keeps the reel LED 55 in the lit state (low brightness) until it is specified that the main control unit 41 ends the control of the game and shifts to the non-gaming state 1. It is controlled so that the decorative LED 57 for effect is maintained in a predetermined lighting state.

As shown in FIG. 8, the main control unit 41 does not set the bet number for a predetermined time (this embodiment) after the period in which the control state is the non-gaming state 1, that is, after the control of the game is completed. Then, in the period until 30 seconds) elapses, the display mode of the credit display 11 at the end of the game (34 in this embodiment) and the display mode of the number of medals paid out on the game auxiliary display 12 (this implementation). In the example, control is performed so that the lighting states of 9) and 1 to 3 BETLEDs 14 to 16 are continued. It also suggests that the number of bets can be set by controlling the input request LED 17 to a lighting state.

After that, the player waits until a medal is inserted, a bet number setting operation is performed by the MAXBET switch 6, or a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) elapses. Further, when the control is performed in the advantageous section, the advantageous section notification LED 12a is continuously controlled in the lit state throughout the gaming state to notify that the advantageous section is in progress.

In this state, a medal is inserted or a bet number setting operation is performed by the MAXBET switch 6, and the bet number is set, so that the main control unit 41 ends the non-gaming state 1 and shifts to the in-game state. .. On the other hand, when the predetermined time elapses without setting the bet number, the non-gaming state 1 is controlled to end and the non-gaming state 2 is shifted.

On the other hand, in the sub control unit 91, the bet number is set from the period in which the control state of the main control unit 41 is specified to be the non-gaming state 1, that is, when the game is finished. The first period of the above-mentioned in-game state, which is the period from the end of the game to the time when the number of bets is set before the predetermined time elapses. And, as in the second period, the normal production is controlled.

In the control of the normal effect in the non-game state 1, the normal effect image displayed when the in-game state ends (in this embodiment, an image in which a predetermined character is walking in the forest or in the sea). By controlling so that the display is continued, it is suggested that the control state is the in-game state and the non-gaming state 1.

In the control of the normal effect, the liquid crystal display 51 displays a normal effect image (in this embodiment, an image of a predetermined character walking in the forest), thereby suggesting that the control state is the game in progress state. .. Further, the UI image (user interface image) is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. Further, the reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (low brightness) to improve the visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the player side. Further, it is suggested that the effect decoration LED 57 is controlled to a predetermined lighting state to perform a normal effect.

As shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, the main control unit 41 is in a period in which the control state is the non-gaming state 2, that is, the control of the game is terminated, the bet number is not set, and the predetermined time ( In the period from the elapse of 30 seconds) to the setting of the bet number, the non-gaming state 1 ends in the display mode of the credit display 11 and the lighting mode of the advantageous section notification LED 12a. It is controlled to continue in the same mode as when it is done. As a result, the credit display 11 displays the credit value displayed when the non-gaming state 1 ends over the period of the non-gaming state 2. Further, when the advantageous section notification LED 12a is controlled to the advantageous section at the end of the in-game state before the transition to the non-gaming state 1, the advantageous section notification LED 12a continues to be lit for the period of the non-gaming state 2. If it is controlled and is not controlled in the advantageous section at the end of the in-game state, it will be continuously controlled in the non-lighting state for the period of the non-gaming state 2.

Further, during the non-gaming state 2, the main control unit 41 controls the display of the number of medals to be paid out on the game auxiliary display 12 in a non-display mode, and 1-3 BETLEDs 14 to 16, start effective LED18, and weighting LED19. , The LED 20 is controlled to be in a non-lighting state during replay. On the other hand, the insertion request LED 17 is continuously controlled in the lit state, suggesting that the bet number can be set, and waits until the medal insertion or the bet number setting operation by the MAXBET switch 6 is performed.

In this state, a medal is inserted or a bet number setting operation is performed by the MAXBET switch 6, and the bet number is set, so that the main control unit 41 ends the non-gaming state 2 and shifts to the in-game state. ..

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 does not set the bet number from the period in which the control state of the main control unit 41 is specified to be the non-gaming state 2, that is, from the time when the game ends. , The demonstration effect (demonstration effect) is controlled from the time when the predetermined time elapses until the number of bets is set.

In the control of the demo effect, the demo effect is performed in either the normal mode (see FIG. 9 (a)) or the eco mode (see FIG. 9 (b)), which has a higher power saving effect than the normal mode. It is possible to control. As described above, the sub control unit 91 includes the effect mode setting switch 58 as described above, and the demo effect can be set to either the normal mode or the eco mode depending on the setting state of the effect mode setting switch 58. It is designed to be controlled by.

As shown in FIG. 9A, in the control of the demonstration effect (normal mode), the sub-control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 and the effect decoration LED 57 in a non-lighting state, and also controls a predetermined demo image (this implementation). In the example, the image of the predetermined character flying) is controlled to be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. In the demo video, the appearance of a predetermined character corresponding to the content of the slot machine 1 suggests the content of the slot machine 1 and demonstrates the production. Further, in the demonstration image, an image (in this embodiment, a character image) may be displayed in an area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 that overlaps with the perspective windows 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R. It has become. Since the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in a non-lighting state during the demonstration effect (normal mode), the backlight by the reel LED 55 is used in the area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 that overlaps with the see-through windows 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R. Since the effect of the above is not obtained, the visibility of the displayed image may be lowered as compared with other areas.

As shown in FIG. 9B, in the demonstration effect (eco mode), the sub control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 and the effect decorative LED 57 in a non-lighting state, and saves power suggesting that the eco mode is in effect. The liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to display a demo image (an image of a predetermined character and a character image in "eco mode") including a display image (in this embodiment, a character image in "eco mode"). In the demo production (eco mode), the liquid crystal display 51 displays the demo image instead of the demo image, so that the load for reproducing the image on the liquid crystal display 51 is reduced, and the demo production is performed. Compared to (normal mode), the power is saved. It is suggested that the power saving state is controlled by the demonstration production (eco mode).

Further, in the control of the demo effect, the UI image is controlled not to be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 regardless of whether the demo effect (normal mode) or the demo effect (eco mode) is controlled. The UI image that was hidden when the demo production was started will be displayed again when the number of bets is set and the non-gaming state 2 is terminated and the above-mentioned in-game state is reached. Is controlled by. When the UI image is displayed again, the bet number image will show the initial value "0" of the bet number by updating all the round images included in the bet number image to the non-BET display mode. After being updated, it will be updated sequentially to indicate the set number of bets.

In this way, when the game is terminated, the main control unit 41 controls the non-gambling state 1 among the non-gambling states in which the game is not played, and the predetermined condition (game) is set in the non-gambling state 1. When a predetermined time elapses without setting the number of bets after the end of the game), the non-game state 2 is controlled among the non-game states in which the game is not played. On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 can execute a demonstration effect suggesting that the non-game state 2 is in progress when the main control unit 41 is controlled to the non-game state 2. When a predetermined condition is satisfied in the non-gaming state 1, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lighting state. As a result, the reel LED 55 is not lit when the demonstration effect is being executed, so that the irradiation light to the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R by the reel LED 55 does not interfere with the demonstration effect.

The sub-control unit 91 includes an effect mode setting switch 58 used for setting whether to control the execution mode of the demonstration effect (demonstration effect) to the normal mode or the eco mode (power saving state), and is used for the effect. When the mode setting switch 58 is set to control the demo effect to the eco mode, the demo effect suggesting that the demo effect is controlled to the eco mode as the demo effect performed in the non-gambling state 2 (eco). Mode) is possible, and when the number of bets is set in the eco mode, the demo effect (eco mode) is ended, and the suggestion that the eco mode is controlled is ended. As a result, when the eco mode (power saving state) is controlled in the non-gaming state 2 among the non-gaming states, the eco mode is terminated by setting the bet number, and the eco mode is controlled. Notification can also be terminated.

The sub control unit 91 controls the liquid crystal display 51 so that the UI image is not displayed when the demo effect is controlled in the non-game state 2, so that the bet number image is not displayed. It is possible to set the bet number by performing the bet number setting operation by the player's MAXBET switch 6 in the hidden state, and when the bet number reaches the specified number, the update of the bet number is visually recognized. Control is performed to display and update the bet number image in the UI image on the liquid crystal display 51 so as to be possible (see FIGS. 6 (b) and 6 (c)). As a result, the UI image can be hidden in the non-gaming state 2, and the specified number of bets can be set by the player's MAXBET switch 6 in the non-display state. When the bet number is set, the update of the bet number can be visually recognized by the bet number image in the UI image, so that it is possible to clearly recognize that the specified number of bet numbers have been set.

As shown in FIG. 10, when the setting key switch 37 is ON and the power of the slot machine 1 is turned on, the main control unit 41 controls the setting change state, the credit display 11 and the game assistance. The display mode of the display 12 is controlled to a setting changing display (“—” in this embodiment) suggesting that the setting is being changed. Further, 1 to 3 BETLEDs 14 to 16, turn-on request LED17, start effective LED18, wait LED19, and replay LED20 are controlled to be in a non-lighting state. Then, a new set value is set by the above-mentioned setting operation of the set value, the setting wait until the setting key switch 37 is turned off, and the setting key switch 37 is turned off to end the setting change state. It is controlled so as to shift to the non-gaming state 1. Further, at the time of transition to the setting change state, a predetermined area including a storage area in which information about an advantageous section is stored in the storage area of the RAM 41c is initialized, and is initialized during the setting change state. The advantageous section notification LED 12a is controlled to be in a non-lighting state based on the information regarding the advantageous section, that is, the information indicating that the advantageous section is not controlled.

Then, as described above, by performing the predetermined operation for setting the set value, after updating the set value, the game shifts to the non-gaming state 1 and waits until the bet number is set and the game is started. ..

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 is controlled to the setting change state by using the liquid crystal display 51 or the like for a period in which the control state of the main control unit 41 is specified to be the setting change state. Change settings to be notified Control to notify the status.

In the setting change status notification, a setting change status notification image (in this embodiment, an image (background image) of a predetermined character and a character image of "setting is being changed") for notifying that the setting is changed is displayed on the liquid crystal display. Displayed on the vessel 51. Further, when the setting change state notification is being performed, the reel LED 55 is illuminated with high brightness so as to irradiate the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the rear with a predetermined second brightness brighter than the above-mentioned first brightness. The visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the player side is further enhanced. Further, in the setting change status notification, the reel LED 55 is controlled to a blinking state (high brightness) that blinks visibly by a player or the like without being controlled when the state is other than the setting change state, and the setting change state is set. Notify that it is controlled.

Further, in the setting change status notification, the UI image is not displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. Further, in the setting change state notification, the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled to a predetermined lighting state.

Further, in the setting change state notification image, the predetermined image is displayed in the display area other than the area corresponding to the perspective window 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, while the perspective window 3 is displayed. The image is not displayed in the corresponding area. Since the image is not displayed in the area corresponding to the see-through window 3, the visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R through the see-through window 3 is not deteriorated.

Further, the setting change state notification image is a common background image (in this embodiment, an image of a predetermined character) using image data common to the setting confirmation state notification image, the error state notification image, the door open state notification image, etc., which will be described later. ) Is displayed, and the character image indicating the notification content (in this embodiment, the character image of "setting is being changed" or the like) is displayed using the image data registered for each image. By using a common background image, a setting change status notification image, a setting confirmation status notification image, an error status notification image, and a door open status notification image are displayed, that is, they are normally controlled in a normal gaming state. It is easy to recognize that the control mode is different from the production mode in the production. Further, by using common image data, the storage data capacity of the RAM of the sub control unit 91 can be reduced.

As shown in FIG. 11, the main control unit 41 controls the setting confirmation state when the setting key switch 37 is turned ON in the non-gaming state (non-gaming state 1, non-gaming state 2). When it is, the display mode of the credit display 11 and the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled so as to continue in the display mode before the control of the setting confirmation state is started. Further, the lighting modes of 1 to 3BET LEDs 14 to 16 are also controlled so as to continue in the lighting mode before starting the control of the setting confirmation state, and the on-request LED 17, the start effective LED 18, the waiting LED 19, and the replaying LED 20 are not lit. Control to state. Then, the current set value is displayed on the set value display 24, and the progress of the game is disabled and the game waits until the setting key switch 37 is turned off. Further, when the control is performed in the advantageous section, the advantageous section notification LED 12a is continuously controlled in the lit state throughout the gaming state to notify that the advantageous section is in progress.

In this state, when the setting key switch 37 is turned off, the main control unit 41 ends the setting confirmation state and is in the non-gaming state (non-gaming state) that was controlled before shifting to the setting confirmation state. Shift to the in-game state 1 and the non-gaming state 2).

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 is controlled to the setting confirmation state by using the liquid crystal display 51 or the like for a period in which the control state of the main control unit 41 is specified to be the setting confirmation state. Setting confirmation to notify Control to notify the status.

In the setting confirmation status notification, a setting confirmation status notification image (in this embodiment, an image of a predetermined character and a character image of "setting confirmation") is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 to notify that the setting confirmation status is controlled. Let me. Further, when the setting confirmation status notification is being performed, the reel LED 55 is lit so as to irradiate the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from behind with a predetermined second brightness brighter than the first brightness described above. By controlling to (high brightness), the visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the player side is further enhanced.

Further, in the setting confirmation status notification, the UI image is not displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. Further, in the setting confirmation state notification, the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled to a predetermined lighting state.

Further, in the setting confirmation state notification image, a predetermined image is displayed in a display area other than the area corresponding to the perspective window 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, while the perspective window 3 is displayed. The image is not displayed in the corresponding area. Since the image is not displayed in the area corresponding to the see-through window 3, the visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R through the see-through window 3 is not deteriorated.

Further, as the setting confirmation status notification image, a common background image (in this embodiment, an image of a predetermined character) is displayed using the same image data as the setting change status notification image and the like described above.

As shown in FIG. 12, the main control unit 41 makes an error (for example, a selector) based on inputs from various sensors in the in-game state or the non-gaming state (non-gaming state 1, non-gaming state 2). An error (abnormality related to medal passage or medal clogging detected in the medal selector 29), hopper error (abnormality related to medal payout or medal clogging detected in the hopper unit 35), etc.) has been detected. Therefore, when the game is controlled to an error state that disables the progress of the game, the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to display an error code (in this embodiment, "E5" indicating a selector error). .. Further, the on-request LED 17 and the start effective LED 18 are controlled to be in a non-lighting state. Further, the display mode of the credit display 11, the lighting mode of the 1st to 3rd BET LEDs 14 to 16 and the lighting mode of the LED 20 during replay are controlled so as to continue in the display mode and the lighting mode before controlling the error state. Then, until the reset / setting switch 38 or the reset switch 23 is operated, the error state that disables the progress of the game is continued and waits. Further, when the control is performed in the advantageous section, the advantageous section notification LED 12a is continuously controlled in the lit state throughout the gaming state to notify that the advantageous section is in progress.

By operating the reset / setting switch 38 or the reset switch 23 in this state, the main control unit 41 terminates the error state and controls the in-game state or non-game state before shifting to the error state. It shifts to the in-game state (non-gaming state 1, non-gaming state 2).

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 notifies that the control state of the main control unit 41 is controlled to the error state by using the liquid crystal display 51 or the like for a period in which the control state of the main control unit 41 is specified to be the error state. Control to notify the error status.

In the error status notification, an error status notification image that notifies the fact that the error status is controlled and the type of error that has occurred (in this embodiment, an image of a predetermined character and a character image of "selector error (E5)"). Is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. Further, when the error state notification is being performed, the reel LED 55 is lit so as to irradiate the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from behind with a predetermined second brightness brighter than the above-mentioned first brightness ( High brightness) is controlled to further enhance the visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the player side.

Further, in the error status notification, the UI image is not displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. Further, in the error state notification, the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled to a predetermined lighting state.

Further, in the error state notification image, a predetermined image is displayed in a display area other than the area corresponding to the perspective window 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, while corresponding to the perspective window 3. The image is not displayed in the area to be displayed. Since the image is not displayed in the area corresponding to the see-through window 3, the visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R through the see-through window 3 is not deteriorated.

Further, as the error state notification image, a common background image (in this embodiment, an image of a predetermined character) is displayed using the same image data as the above-mentioned setting change state notification image and the like.

As shown in FIG. 13, the main control unit 41 has a front door 1b based on an input from the door open detection switch 25 in the in-game state or the non-gaming state (non-gaming state 1, non-gaming state 2). When is in the open state, a command capable of identifying that the front door 1b is in the open state is transmitted to the sub control unit 91. After that, when the front door 1b is closed based on the input from the door open detection switch 25 or the like, a command capable of identifying that the front door 1b is closed is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. To do.

Further, the main control unit 41 controls the front door 1b before the open state or the closed state, regardless of whether the front door 1b is opened or closed. The control of the medium state is continued, the display modes of the credit display 11 and the game auxiliary display 12 are continued, and the lighting modes of 1-3 BETLEDs 14 to 16, the input request LED 17, the start effective LED 18, the replaying LED 20, etc. are also continued. To control. Further, when the control is performed in the advantageous section, the advantageous section notification LED 12a is continuously controlled in the lit state throughout the gaming state to notify that the advantageous section is in progress.

On the other hand, in the sub control unit 91, the front door 1b is in the open state based on the period in which the front door 1b is specified to be in the open state, that is, the command received from the main control unit 41. Door open state notification that notifies that the front door 1b is in the open state by using a liquid crystal display 51 or the like for a period from the time when the front door 1b is specified until the front door 1b is specified to be in the closed state. Control to do.

In the door open state notification, the liquid crystal display 51 displays a door open state notification image (in this embodiment, an image of a predetermined character and a character image of "door is open") for notifying that the front door 1b is in the open state. To display. Further, during the period in which the front door 1b is specified to be in the open state, the reel LED 55 is irradiated with the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the rear with a predetermined second brightness brighter than the above-mentioned first brightness. As described above, the reel LED 55 is controlled to be lit (high brightness) to further enhance the visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the player side.

Further, in the door open state notification, the UI image is not displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. Further, in the door open state notification, the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled to a predetermined lighting state.

Further, in the door open state notification image, a predetermined image is displayed in a display area other than the area corresponding to the see-through window 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, while the see-through window 3 is displayed. The image is not displayed in the corresponding area. Since the image is not displayed in the area corresponding to the see-through window 3, the visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R through the see-through window 3 is not deteriorated.

Further, as the door open state notification image, a common background image (in this embodiment, an image of a predetermined character) is displayed using the same image data as the setting change state notification image and the like described above.

As shown in FIGS. 14A and 14B, when the control state on the main control unit 41 side is the non-gaming state (non-gaming state 1, non-gaming state 2), the sub control unit 91 By operating the effect switch 56 in a predetermined operation mode (hold down in this embodiment), it is possible to check the settings related to the effect and change the settings by the operation of the player or the like. It is possible to control the effect setting state.

By controlling the effect setting state by the sub control unit 91, the control state of the main control unit 41 does not change, and the display modes of the various indicators and the LED lighting modes of the game display unit 13 are described above. It is controlled by the display mode and the lighting mode in the non-gaming state (non-gaming state 1, non-gaming state 2).

In the control to the effect setting state, the effect setting menu image including the option image (in this embodiment, "volume setting", "brightness setting", "end") that can be selected and determined by operating the effect switch 56, and the effect. It is composed of an operation guide image (in this embodiment, an image of the effect switch 56 and a character image suggesting an operation mode) suggesting that selection and determination can be made by operating the switch 56, indicating that the effect is set. The suggested effect setting screen is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

Then, on the effect setting screen, while the effect setting menu image is displayed, the effect switch 56 is short-pressed (an operation in which the pressing is continued for less than a predetermined time), so that the operation is performed. Each time it is performed, the option images are sequentially highlighted to suggest the selected option image. In addition, while any of the option images is highlighted, the effect switch 56 is pressed for a long time (operation for which the pressing is continued for a predetermined time or longer), so that the options are highlighted. Move to the setting screen corresponding to the image. For example, the volume of the sound output from the speakers 53 and 54 can be set on the effect setting screen by pressing and holding the effect switch 56 while the option image of "volume setting" is highlighted. Move to the volume setting screen, and while the "brightness setting" option image is highlighted, press and hold the effect switch 56 to go to the brightness setting screen where the brightness of the liquid crystal display 51 can be set. By shifting and pressing and holding the effect switch 56 while the "end" option image is highlighted, the control of the effect setting state is terminated and before the transition to the effect setting state is performed. Shift to normal production or demo production.

In this embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 sets the volume of the sound output from the speakers 53 and 54 and the brightness of the liquid crystal display 51 by displaying the effect setting screen on the liquid crystal display 51 in the effect setting state. Although it is a configuration that can be set, in addition to the volume setting and brightness setting, the type of production (character, stage, etc. that plays the leading role), the setting of the predetermined production frequency, etc. can be set on the production setting screen. Even with a configuration that can be performed or a configuration that allows the explanation of the game playability of the slot machine 1, the payout, the symbol arrangement of the reels, and the game history of the slot machine 1 to be displayed by the effect setting screen. good.

Further, in the control to the effect setting state, the lighting mode of the reel LED 55 and the lighting mode of the effect decorative LED 57 are continued in the controlled lighting state before the start of the effect setting state. If the demo effect is controlled before the start of the set state, the reel LED 55 and the effect decorative LED 57 are controlled to be in the non-lighting state during the effect setting state. Further, if the control of the normal effect is performed before the start of the effect setting state, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state (low brightness) during the effect setting state, and the effect decoration LED 57 is set to the lighting state. Be controlled.

Further, in the control to the effect setting state, the UI image is not displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

Further, in the effect setting menu image, the predetermined image is displayed in the display area other than the area corresponding to the perspective window 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, while corresponding to the perspective window 3. The image is not displayed in the area to be displayed. Since the image is not displayed in the area corresponding to the see-through window 3, the visibility of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R through the see-through window 3 is not deteriorated.

[About the correspondence between the control state by the main control unit and the effect by the sub control unit]
The correspondence between the control state by the main control unit and the effect by the sub control unit will be described with reference to FIGS. 15 to 23.

As shown in FIG. 15, when the game is terminated in the in-game state, the main control unit 41 shifts to the non-gaming state 1, and then the bet number is not set for a predetermined time (this implementation). In the example, 30 seconds) elapses to shift to the non-gambling state 2. After that, by setting the bet number, the game shifts to the in-game state.

During the period of control to the in-game state and the non-gaming state (non-gaming state 1, non-gaming state 2), the display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state) and the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 (If the medals are paid out at the end of the game, the number of medals to be paid out is displayed, and if the medals are not paid out, the state is hidden) is maintained. Further, when the control is performed in the advantageous section, the advantageous section notification LED 12a is continuously controlled in the lit state.

Further, in the period in which the in-game state and the non-gaming state 1 are controlled, the 1 to 3 BETLEDs 14 to 16 are controlled to be lit according to the progress of the game, while the non-gaming state 2 is controlled. Then, the 1 to 3 BET LEDs 14 to 16 are controlled to be in a non-lighting state.

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 controls the normal effect during the period in which the main control unit 41 is controlled to the in-game state and the non-gaming state 1, and the reel LED 55 is lit (low brightness). ) Continue to control. Then, when the transition from the non-gaming state 1 to the non-gaming state 2 is performed, the control of the normal effect is terminated to start the control of the demo effect, the reel LED 55 is turned off, and the non-lighting state is controlled. It is continuously controlled in the non-lighting state for a period of time. After that, when the transition from the non-gaming state 2 to the in-game state is performed, the control of the demo effect is ended, the control of the normal effect is started, the reel LED 55 is turned on, and the lighting state (low brightness) is controlled. The lighting state (low brightness) is continuously controlled for a period until the transition to the non-game state 2.

Further, during the period in which the main control unit 41 is controlled to the in-game state and the non-gaming state 1, the normal effect is controlled, and the effect decorative LED 57 is continuously controlled in the lit state. Then, when the transition from the non-gaming state 1 to the non-gaming state 2 is performed, the control of the normal effect is terminated to start the control of the demo effect, and the decorative LED 57 for the effect is turned off to control the non-lighting state. , Continuously control the non-lighting state for the relevant period. After that, when the state is changed from the non-gaming state 2 to the in-game state, the control of the demo effect is terminated and the control of the normal effect is started, and the decorative LED 57 for the effect is turned on to control the lighting state. The lighting state is continuously controlled for a period until the transition to the medium state 2 is performed.

Further, during the period in which the main control unit 41 is controlled to the in-game state and the non-gaming state 1, the normal effect is controlled, and the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to display the normal effect image. Then, when the transition from the non-gaming state 1 to the non-gaming state 2 is performed, the control of the normal effect is terminated and the control of the demo effect is started, so that the reel LED 55 and the decorative LED 57 for effect are not lit. After controlling to, the normal effect image of the liquid crystal display 51 is switched to the demo effect image, and the demo effect image of the mode (normal mode or eco mode) according to the setting status of the effect mode setting switch 58 is displayed over the period. Control to display continuously.

After that, when the transition from the non-gaming state 2 to the in-game state is performed, the control of the demo effect is terminated and the control of the normal effect is started, so that the reel LED 55 and the decorative LED 57 for effect are controlled in the lighting mode. The demo effect image of the liquid crystal display 51 is switched to the normal effect image, and the normal effect image is continuously displayed for a period until the transition to the non-gaming state 2 is performed.

Further, in the liquid crystal display 51, the UI image is controlled to the display state by controlling the normal effect, and the UI image is controlled to the non-display state by controlling the demo effect. .. That is, the UI image is controlled to the non-display state at the timing when the normal effect image is switched to the demo effect image, and is controlled to the display state at the timing when the demo effect image is switched to the normal effect image.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 16, the sub-control unit 91 controls the demo effect (in this embodiment, the demo effect (normal mode)), and the reel LED 55 and the decorative LED 57 for effect are not lit. While controlling the state and controlling the liquid crystal display 51 to display the demo effect image (see FIG. 16A), the medal insertion unit 4 is based on the command received from the main control unit 41. By specifying that the bet number has been set by inserting a medal from the camera or operating the MAXBET switch 6, the reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (low brightness), and the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled to a predetermined lighting state. After that, the display image of the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to be switched from the demo effect image to the normal effect image. By displaying the normal effect image on the liquid crystal display 51, the UI image is displayed, and the credit value stored in the slot machine 1 and the set bet number are suggested (FIG. 16 (b). ) (C).

As shown in FIG. 16B, when the bet number (1) is set by inserting medals, the main control unit 41 controls the 1BETLED 14 to be lit and can specify that the bet number (1) is set. Command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. After that, every time the number of bets (2, 3) is set by inserting medals, a command capable of specifying that the number of bets has been set is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 switches the display image of the liquid crystal display 51 from the demo effect image to the normal effect image by setting the bet number (1) by inserting a medal, the sub control unit 91 is among the UI images. Regarding the bet number image showing the bet number, first, all the round images included in the bet number image are displayed in a non-BET display mode, suggesting that the bet number is 0 (initial value), and then a predetermined time (display). When a visible time (for example, 0.3 seconds) elapses, it is updated so that a predetermined one of the round images included in the bet number image is displayed in the BET display mode. This suggests that the bet number 1 has been set. After that, every time it is specified that a medal is further inserted and the bet number (2, 3) is set, the corresponding predetermined round image among the round images included in the bet number image is displayed in the BET display mode. Update to suggest the number of bets set. The sub-control unit 91 suggests the number of bets 2 from the state of suggesting the number of bets 1 (the state in which only a predetermined one of the round images included in the number of bets images is displayed in the BET display mode). Even when updating the bet number image to a state in which only a predetermined two of the round images included in the bet number image are displayed in the BET display mode), the bet number 3 is suggested from the state suggesting the bet number 2. Even when the bet number image is updated to the state (the state in which all the round images included in the bet number image are displayed in the BET display mode), at least a predetermined time (a time during which the display is visible, for example, 0) . Control to display the bet number image of each state for 3 seconds, etc.).

Further, as shown in FIG. 16C, when the main control unit 41 sets the number of bets by operating the MAXBET switch 6, the number of bets up to the specified number within the range of credits (3 in this embodiment). To set. At this time, the number of bets is set one by one, and each time the number of bets is set, the credit value is controlled to be subtracted by one, and the 1 to 3 BETLEDs 14 to 16 according to the set number of bets are turned on. It is sequentially controlled, and the display mode of the credit display 11 is sequentially updated so as to correspond to the credit value after subtraction. Further, every time the bet number is set, a command capable of specifying that the bet number has been set is transmitted to the sub control unit 91. Then, when the specified number of bets is set, the start effective LED 18 is controlled to be lit to suggest that the start operation is effective. Then, it waits until the start switch 7 is operated.

On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 switches the display image of the liquid crystal display 51 from the demo effect image to the normal effect image because the bet number (1 to 3) is set by operating the MAXBET switch 6. Similar to the case where the bet number (1) is set by inserting a medal, for the bet number image indicating the bet number among the UI images, first, all the round images included in the bet number image are displayed in the non-BET display mode. After suggesting that the number of bets is 0 (initial value), a predetermined time (a time during which the display can be visually recognized, for example, 0.3 seconds) elapses, so that the bet number image is displayed. A predetermined one of the included round images is updated to be displayed in the BET display mode, suggesting that the bet number 1 has been set. After that, every time it is specified that the bet number has been set, the bet set is updated so that the corresponding predetermined round image among the round images included in the bet number image is displayed in the BET display mode. Suggest a number. At this time, even when the bet number image is updated from the state suggesting the bet number 1 to the state suggesting the bet number 2, the bet number image is updated from the state suggesting the bet number 2 to the state suggesting the bet number 3. Also, as in the case of updating the bet number image according to the insertion of the medal, each state is performed for at least a predetermined time (a time during which the displayed display can be visually recognized, for example, 0.3 seconds). Control to display the bet number image of.

Further, when switching the display image of the liquid crystal display 51 from the demo effect image to the normal effect image, first, for the credit image indicating the credit value in the UI image, the credit value before being subtracted in order to set the bet number is set. After the indicated image (“28” in this embodiment) is displayed, a predetermined time (a time in which the displayed image can be visually recognized, for example, 0.3 seconds) elapses, and the bet number is set. It is controlled to display a credit image showing the credit value after 1 subtraction. After that, the image showing the credit value is sequentially updated one by one so as to display the deducted credit value specified based on the command received from the main control unit 41. When updating the credit image, control is performed so that each image is displayed for at least a predetermined time (a time in which the displayed image can be visually recognized, for example, 0.3 seconds).

In this way, when the main control unit 41 controls the advantageous section, the predetermined condition (after the end of one game, the bet number is not set and the predetermined time (30 in this embodiment) in the non-game state. When (second) elapses) and the non-game state 2 is controlled, the display of the number of medals to be paid out by the game auxiliary display 12 is terminated, but the advantageous section notification LED 12a controls the advantageous section. Continue to notify that it is. As a result, when the predetermined condition is satisfied in the non-game state, the display of the number of medals to be paid out by the game auxiliary display 12 ends, so that the consumption of extra power can be suppressed, while the advantageous section notification LED is used. Since the notification that the control is performed in the advantageous section is continued, the player can be motivated to play the next game.

The sub-control unit 91 can control the lighting mode of the reel LED 55 to a lighting state (low brightness, high brightness) in which the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are irradiated, and is in a non-game state (game is not performed). After the end, the number of bets is not set, and in the state after a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) has elapsed (non-gaming state 2)), the lighting mode of the reel LED 55 is set to reel 2L. It is possible to control the non-lighting state in which 2C and 2R are not irradiated.

Further, the sub-control unit 91 bets when the main control unit 41 detects the insertion of a medal by the player during the period in which the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lighting state (non-gaming state 2). Even when the number is set and the number of bets is less than the specified number (3 in this embodiment) that can start the game, the main control unit 41 side during the period of controlling the non-lighting state. The bet number is set by the player's MAXBET switch 6 to set the bet number, and even when the bet number reaches the specified number (3 in this embodiment), the low brightness is a common mode. The reel LED 55 is controlled to be lit. As a result, when the sub-control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 to the non-lighting state in the non-gaming state 2, the bet number is set by detecting the insertion of medals by the player, and the game is started. Even when the number of bets is less than the specified number of bets, the number of bets is set by the player's MAXBET switch 6 during the non-lighting state, and the game can be started. Since the reel LED 55 is controlled to be lit with a common low brightness even when the specified number of bets is reached, the control load by the sub control unit 91 can be reduced.

In this embodiment, the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in a lit state to irradiate the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the rear toward the front side (player side). However, the reels 2L and 2C are configured. , 2R may be irradiated from the front side (player side), the irradiation means for irradiating the reels 2L, 2C, 2R from the rear toward the front side (player side), and the reels 2L, 2C, 2R. A configuration may be provided in which both irradiation means for irradiating from the rear to the front side (player side) are provided.

Further, in the present embodiment, after the end of one game, the state in which the bet number is not set is set to the non-gaming state, but after the end of one game, the bet number is set but the bet number is set. The state in which the number of bets is less than the specified number that can start the game may be set as the non-gaming state, or after the end of one game, the specified number of bets is set and the start switch 7 is operated, so that the next The state until the game is started may be a non-gambling state.

Further, in the present embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 is a non-game in the non-game state in which the game is not played, and after a predetermined time elapses in a state where the bet number is not set after the end of one game. In the non-gaming state 2 which is the middle state, the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in the non-lighting state. However, as the non-game state, for example, after one game is completed, the number of bets is less than the specified number, or After the end of one game, a specified number of bets are set, and by operating the start switch 7, the sub-control unit 91 applies any of these states until the next game is started. In this state, the reel LED 55 may be controlled to be in a non-lighting state. Further, the sub-control unit 91 has a configuration in which the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in the non-lighting state when a predetermined condition is satisfied after the non-game state in which the game is not played, for example, the sub-control unit 91 stores the reel LED 55 in the credit as the predetermined condition. The reel LED 55 may be controlled to the non-lighting state when the predetermined condition is satisfied after the non-gaming state is performed on the condition that the settlement process for settling the medals is performed.

The sub-control unit 91 can control the non-lighting state in which the effect decorative LED 57 is turned off in the non-game state 2, and the light-off condition (after the game ends, the bet number is not set and is predetermined) in the non-game state 1. The reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (low brightness) until a time (30 seconds in this embodiment) is established, and the reel LED 55 is controlled to a non-lighting state when the extinguishing condition is satisfied. Then, in the non-game state 1, the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled to a predetermined lighting state until the extinguishing condition (a predetermined time elapses without setting the bet number after the end of the game) is satisfied. When the extinguishing condition is satisfied, the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled to be in a non-lighting state. Further, the sub-control unit 91 displays the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 until the extinguishing condition (a predetermined time elapses without setting the number of bets after the end of the game) is satisfied in the non-game state 1. The second display mode is controlled to the normal effect, and when the extinguishing condition is satisfied, the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to the demo effect as the first display mode. Further, the sub-control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 to the lighting state (low brightness) in the non-gambling state 1, controls the decorative LED for production to the lighting state, and sets the liquid crystal display 51 to the second display state. When the extinguishing condition (after the end of the game, a predetermined time elapses without setting the bet number) is satisfied when the normal effect is controlled, the reel LED 55 is turned off and is used for the effect. After the decorative LED 57 is turned off, the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled as the first display mode for the demonstration effect. As a result, in the non-gaming state 1, the reel LED 55 is in the lighting state (low brightness), the effect decorative LED 57 is in the predetermined lighting state, and the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 is in the second display state (normal effect). ), When the extinguishing condition (the predetermined time elapses without setting the number of bets after the end of the game) is satisfied, the reel LED 55 is first turned off and the decorative LED 57 for production is not turned on. Since the liquid crystal display 51 switches from the second display state (normal effect) to the first display state (demo effect) after the lighting state is set, the reel LED 55 is not lit and the decorative LED 57 for effect is not lit. The display of the liquid crystal display 51 can be switched to the first display state in the completed state.

The sub-control unit 91 can control the non-lighting state in which the effect decorative LED 57 is turned off in the non-gaming state 2, and bets by detecting the insertion of a medal by the player in the non-lighting state of the effect decoration LED 57. Even when the number is set and the number of bets is less than the specified number, the bet number is set by the player's MAXBET switch 6 in the non-lighting state of the decorative LED 57 for production, and the specified number is set. Even when the bet number is reached, the lighting state is controlled so that the decorative LED 57 for production is turned on. Further, the sub-control unit 91 can control the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 as the first display mode in the non-gambling state 2 for the demo effect, and in the state where the liquid crystal display 51 is performing the demo effect, The number of bets is set by detecting the insertion of medals by the player, and even when the number of bets is less than the specified number, the bet number setting operation by the player's MAXBET switch 6 can be performed while the demonstration is being performed. By doing so, the number of bets is set, and even when the number of bets reaches a predetermined number, the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 can be controlled to the normal effect as the second display mode. Further, the sub-control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 to the non-lighting state in the non-gambling state 2, controls the decorative LED 57 for production to the non-lighting state, and demos the liquid crystal display 51 as the first display state. When the number of bets is set when the effect is controlled, the reel LED 55 is lit (low brightness), and after the decorative LED 57 for effect is lit, the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 is changed. As the second display mode, it is controlled to a normal effect. As a result, when the reel LED 55 is not lit in the non-gaming state 2, the decorative LED 57 for effect is not lit, and the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 is the first display state, the bet number is increased. When set, the reel LED 55 is first lit (low brightness), and after the decorative LED 57 for effect is lit, the liquid crystal display 51 is in the first display state (demo effect) to the second display state (normal). Since it is switched to the effect), the display of the liquid crystal display 51 can be switched to the second display state when the reel LED 55 is ready and the effect decorative LED 57 is ready.

The sub-control unit 91 can display a UI image including a bet number image indicating the bet number by controlling the normal effect, and in the control of the demo effect performed in the non-game state 2, the UI is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. By controlling not to display the image, the bet number image is controlled to be hidden. When the UI image is controlled to be hidden, the number of bets is set by detecting the insertion of medals by the player, and even when the number of bets is less than the specified number of bets that can start the game. In the non-display state, the bet number is set by performing the bet number setting operation by the player's MAXBET switch 6, and even when the specified number of bets is reached, the control to display the UI image on the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled. Do. As a result, the UI image cannot be displayed in the non-game state, and the UI image including the bet number image indicating the bet number can be displayed again on the liquid crystal display 51 by setting the bet number. be able to.

As shown in FIG. 17, the main control unit 41 shifts to the non-gaming state 1 when the game is terminated in the in-game state. After that, when the front door 1b is opened before the predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) elapses without setting the bet number, the fact that the front door 1b is opened is indicated. A identifiable command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. Even if the front door 1b is opened, the controlled control state (for example, non-gaming state 1 etc.) is maintained unchanged, and the display mode (credit display state) of the credit display 11 and the game assistance are maintained. Display mode of the display 12 (a state in which the number of medals to be paid out is displayed when the medals are paid out at the end of the game, a state in which the number of medals to be paid out is not displayed when the medals are not paid out), advantageous section notification LEDs 12a and 1 The lighting mode of the ~ 3BETLEDs 14 to 16 is also maintained in the state before the front door 1b is opened without changing.

Then, after the transition to the non-gaming state 1 is performed, the non-gaming state 1 is terminated and the transition to the non-gaming state 2 is performed when a predetermined time elapses without setting the bet number. At this time, the display mode of the credit display 11 and the lighting mode of the advantageous section notification LED 12a are maintained in the mode when the non-game in-game state 1 is terminated, while the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 (display of the number of medals paid out). ) Is controlled to the non-display state, and 1-3 BETLEDs 14 to 16 are controlled to the non-lighting state.

On the other hand, when the sub control unit 91 is controlled to the in-game state and the non-gaming state 1 on the main control unit 41 side, the sub control unit 91 controls the normal effect and lights the reel LED 55 (low). The brightness) is controlled, and the decorative LED 57 for effect is controlled to a predetermined lighting state. In addition, it is controlled so that the normal effect image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

In this state, when it is specified that the front door 1b is in the open state based on the command received from the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 starts the control of the door open state notification and the reel LED55. Is controlled to a lighting state (high brightness), and after controlling the effect decorative LED 57 to a predetermined lighting state, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to be switched from the normal effect image to the door open state notification image. In the liquid crystal display 51, the UI image is hidden by switching the display image from the normal effect image to the door open state notification image.

Further, when the main control unit 41 shifts to the non-gaming state 2 during the period in which the door open state notification is controlled, that is, the front door 1b is open, the non-game state is in progress. If a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) elapses without setting the number of bets after the shift to 1, after the predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) elapses. Also, the control of the door open state notification is continued until the front door 1b is closed. Then, when it is specified that the front door 1b is in the closed state based on the command received from the main control unit 41, the control of the door open state notification is terminated and the control is shifted to the demo effect control.

The sub-control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 and the decorative LED 57 for production to be in a non-lighting state by starting the control of the demonstration effect, and then the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is demo-produced from the door open state notification image. Control to switch to the image (normal mode or eco mode). In the liquid crystal display 51, the display image is switched from the normal effect image to the door open state notification image, so that the state in which the UI image is not displayed is maintained.

For example, the main control unit 41 ends the non-gaming state 2 and shifts to the in-game state by setting the bet number during the period in which the non-gaming state 2 is controlled. When the front door 1b is closed during the period of control to the non-gaming state 2, a command capable of identifying that the front door 1b is closed is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. Even if the front door 1b is closed, the controlled control state (for example, non-gaming state 1 etc.) is maintained unchanged, and the display mode of the credit display 11 and the game auxiliary display 12 is advantageous. The lighting modes of the section notification LEDs 12a and 1 to 3 BET LEDs 14 to 16 are also maintained in the state before the front door 1b is closed without changing.

Then, during the period in which the non-gaming state 2 is controlled, the number of bets is set to end the non-gaming state 2 and shift to the in-game state. At this time, the display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state), the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 (non-display state), and the lighting mode of the advantageous section notification LED 12a are modes when the non-gambling state 2 is terminated. On the other hand, the corresponding 1 to 3 BETLEDs 14 to 16 are sequentially controlled to the lit state according to the set number of bets.

On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 shifts from the non-gaming state 2 to the playing state, the sub control unit 91 starts the control of the normal effect and turns the reel LED 55 from the non-lighting state. In addition to controlling the lighting state (low brightness), the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled from the non-lighting state to a predetermined lighting state. After that, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to be switched from the demo effect image to the normal effect image. In the liquid crystal display 51, the display image is switched from the demo effect image to the normal effect image, so that the UI image is displayed again.

In this way, the sub-control unit 91 can control the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R in the non-lighting state in which the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are not irradiated by the reel LED 55 in the non-game state 2 among the non-game states in which the game is not performed. When the front door 1b is opened when the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in the non-lighting state, the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in the lighting state (high brightness). As a result, even when the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in the non-lighting state, when the front door 1b is opened, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting mode (high brightness), so that the reels 2L, 2C, 2R It is possible to improve the visibility of the symbol combination stopped at the reels to make it easier to check, and it is easier for the surroundings to recognize that the front door 1b has been opened, and further, the inside of the slot machine 1 (for example, the front door 1b). The medal selector 29, the set value display 24, etc.) provided inside the door can also be easily confirmed by being illuminated by the light emitted from the reel LED 55.

Further, when the front door 1b is opened, the sub control unit 91 is brighter than the lighting state (low brightness) controlled when the front door 1b is not open (high brightness). Controls the reel LED 55. As a result, when the front door 1b is opened, it becomes easier to confirm the symbol combination stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and it becomes easier for the surroundings to recognize that the front door 1b has been opened. The inside of the slot machine 1 (for example, the medal selector 29 and the set value display 24 provided inside the front door 1b) can be easily checked.

As shown in FIG. 18, the main control unit 41 shifts to the non-gaming state 1 when the game is terminated in the in-game state. After that, when it is specified that an error has occurred based on the output status of various sensors before the predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) elapses without setting the bet number, an error occurs. A command that controls the state to disable the progress of the game and that can specify the error state and the type of error that has occurred is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. When controlling to the error state, the display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state), the lighting mode of the advantageous section notification LED 12a, and the lighting mode of the 1st to 3rd BET LEDs 14 to 16 are changed to the error state without changing. Maintain the state before it was done. On the other hand, the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to an error code display state that displays an error code indicating the type of error occurring. After that, the error state is continuously waited until the error state is cleared by performing the above-mentioned predetermined operation.

On the other hand, when the sub control unit 91 is controlled to the in-game state and the non-gaming state 1 on the main control unit 41 side, the sub control unit 91 controls the normal effect and lights the reel LED 55 (low). The brightness) is controlled, and the decorative LED 57 for effect is controlled to a predetermined lighting state. In addition, it is controlled so that the normal effect image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

In this state, when the sub control unit 91 is identified as having an error state based on the command received from the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 starts the control of the error state notification and lights the reel LED 55 (high). After controlling the brightness) and controlling the effect decorative LED 57 to a predetermined lighting state, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to be switched from the normal effect image to the error state notification image. In the liquid crystal display 51, the UI image is hidden by switching the display image from the normal effect image to the error state notification image.

As described above, the main control unit 41 is in non-game because a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) elapses without setting the bet number after shifting to the non-game state 1. It is possible to control to shift to the state 2, and when shifting to the error state in the non-gambling state 1, the counting of the predetermined time is continued even during the error state, and the predetermined time has elapsed. If it is specified, it shifts to the non-gambling state 2 after the end of the error state.

When shifting from the error state to the non-gaming state 2, the display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state) and the lighting mode of the advantageous section notification LED 12a are not changed, and the transition to the non-game state 2 is performed. Maintain the state before the error. On the other hand, the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled from the error code display state to the non-display state, and the 1-3 BETLEDs 14 to 16 are controlled to the non-lighting state.

On the other hand, when it is specified that the error state is terminated and the transition to the non-gaming state 2 is performed based on the command received from the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 controls the error state notification. After finishing and starting the control of the demo effect and controlling the reel LED 55 and the decorative LED 57 for the effect to be in the non-lighting state, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is changed from the error state notification image to the demo effect image (normal mode or eco). Control to switch to mode). In the liquid crystal display 51, the display image is switched from the error state notification image to the demo effect image, so that the UI image is not displayed.

In this way, the main control unit 41 can control the error state that makes the progress of the game impossible, and controls the error state by detecting an error based on the input status from various sensors.

The sub control unit 91 continues to control the lighting state of the reel LED 55 when the main control unit 41 controls the lighting state when the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state in the non-gaming state 1. To do. As a result, when the error state is controlled, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state, so that it is possible to improve the visibility of the symbol combination stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R when an error occurs and make it easier to confirm. At the same time, it is possible to make it easier for the surroundings to recognize that an error has occurred.

Further, the sub control unit 91 is controlled to an error state on the main control unit 41 side, so that when the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state, the lighting state (low) is controlled when the reel LED 55 is not controlled to the error state. The reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (high brightness) brighter than the brightness). As a result, it is possible to make it easier to confirm the symbol combination stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R when an error occurs, and it is possible to make it easier for the surroundings to recognize that an error has occurred.

Further, the sub control unit 91 has a predetermined time (30 in this embodiment) in a state where the bet number is not set after the game is finished during the period in which the main control unit 41 is controlled to the error state. When it is specified that the seconds) have elapsed, the demo effect is controlled after the control of the error state on the main control unit 41 side is completed. As a result, the main control unit 41 is controlled to the error state, and when the error state is also notified to the sub control unit 91 side, the demonstration effect is avoided and the error state is controlled. It is possible to continue the notification to that effect in the error state.

As shown in FIG. 19, the main control unit 41 can specify that the front door 1b is in the open state when the front door 1b is in the open state during the period of control to the non-gaming state 2. Command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. Even if the front door 1b is set to the open state, the control state under control (in this embodiment, the non-gaming state 2) is maintained unchanged, and the display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state). The display mode (non-display state) of the game auxiliary display 12, and the lighting modes of the advantageous section notification LEDs 12a and 1 to 3BET LEDs 14 to 16 are also maintained in the state before the front door 1b is opened. .. Further, in the non-gaming state 2, the closing request LED 17 is maintained in the lit state.

Then, when it is specified that the setting key switch 37 is turned on, it is controlled to shift from the non-gaming state 2 to the setting confirmation state. In the setting confirmation state, the set value currently set in the slot machine 1 is specified with reference to the predetermined area of the RAM 41c, and the set value display 24 is controlled to display the set value. In addition, the display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state), the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 (non-display state), and the lighting modes of the advantageous section notification LEDs 12a and 1 to 3 BETLEDs 14 to 16 are maintained without being changed. On the other hand, the on-request LED 17 is controlled to be in a non-lighting state.

Further, the main control unit 41 transmits a command capable of specifying that the setting confirmation state is to be started to the sub control unit 91 at the start of the setting confirmation state, and the setting confirmation state is completed at the end of the setting confirmation state. A command that can identify the end of is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

On the other hand, when it is specified that the front door 1b is in the open state based on the command received from the main control unit 41 during the period when the sub control unit 91 is controlling the demonstration effect, the sub control unit 91 doors. After starting the control of the open state notification, controlling the reel LED 55 to the lighting state (high brightness), controlling the effect decorative LED 57 to the predetermined lighting state, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is displayed from the demo production image. Control to switch to the door open status notification image.

After that, when it is specified that the setting confirmation state has been shifted based on the command received from the main control unit 41, the control of the setting confirmation state notification is started, and the reel LED 55 is lit (high brightness) for directing. After controlling the decorative LED 57 to be maintained in a predetermined lighting state, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to be switched from the door open state notification image to the setting confirmation state notification image.

In the control of the setting confirmation status notification, the reel LED 55 is controlled again to the lighting state (high brightness) regardless of the lighting mode of the reel LED 55 and the effect decorative LED 57 at the start of the control, and the effect decoration LED 57 is controlled. After controlling the lighting state again to a predetermined state, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 may be controlled to be switched from the door open state notification image to the setting confirmation state notification image. Even with such a configuration, the reel LED 55 can be controlled to a lighting state (high brightness) and the effect decorative LED 57 can be controlled to a predetermined lighting state during the setting confirmation state notification.

Further, when the control of the setting confirmation status notification is started while the door open status notification is being controlled, the control of the door opening status notification and the control of the setting confirmation status notification are performed in parallel. By controlling the door open state notification, for example, the reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (high brightness), the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled to a predetermined lighting state, and the door opening state notification image is displayed on the liquid crystal display. By controlling the setting confirmation status notification in parallel while controlling the display to be displayed on the display 51, the setting confirmation status notification image is superimposed on the front side of the door open status notification image on the liquid crystal display 51. It may be configured to control the display. Since the setting confirmation state is controlled when the front door 1b is in the open state, even in such a configuration, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state (high brightness) during the setting confirmation state notification, and is used for production. The decorative LED 57 can be controlled to a predetermined lighting state.

The main control unit 41 controls to shift from the setting confirmation state to the non-gaming state 2 by specifying that the setting key switch 37 is in the OFF state while controlling to the setting confirmation state. To do. At this time, the display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state), the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 (non-display state), and the lighting modes of the advantageous section notification LEDs 12a and 1 to 3 BET LEDs 14 to 16 are not changed. While controlling to maintain, the on-request LED 17 is controlled to be lit.

Then, when the front door 1b is closed during the period of control to the non-gaming state 2, a command capable of identifying that the front door 1b is closed is transmitted to the sub control unit 91. To do. Even if the front door 1b is closed, the control state under control (in this embodiment, the non-gaming state 2) is maintained unchanged, and the display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state). And the display mode (non-display state) of the game auxiliary display 12, the lighting mode of the advantageous section notification LEDs 12a, 1 to 3 BET LEDs 14 to 16, and the turn-in request LED 17 are not changed, and the front door 1b is before the closed state. Maintain the state.

On the other hand, during the period in which the sub control unit 91 is controlling the setting confirmation state, the setting confirmation state is terminated based on the command received from the main control unit 41, and the sub control unit 91 shifts to the non-gaming state 2. When it is specified, the control of the setting confirmation state is terminated, the door open state notification control that was performed before the control is started is performed, and the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state (high brightness). At the same time, the decorative LED 57 for effect is controlled to a predetermined lighting state. After that, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to be switched from the setting confirmation state notification image to the door open state notification image.

After that, when it is specified that the front door 1b is in the closed state based on the command received from the main control unit 41, the control of the door open state notification is terminated, and the demonstration effect performed before the control is performed. After controlling the reel LED 55 and the effect decorative LED 57 to the non-lighting state, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to be switched from the door open state notification image to the demo effect image.

Further, as shown in FIG. 20, when the main control unit 41 controls the setting confirmation state and the front door 1b is closed without the setting key switch 37 being turned off, While continuing the control of the setting confirmation state, a command capable of identifying that the front door 1b has been closed is transmitted to the sub control unit 91. At this time, in the control of the setting confirmation state, the display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state), the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 (non-display state), the advantageous section notification LEDs 12a, 1 to 3BETLEDs 14 to 16, and the input request. The lighting mode of the LED 17 is maintained without being changed.

On the other hand, when it is specified that the front door 1b is closed based on the command received from the main control unit 41 during the period when the sub control unit 91 is controlling the setting confirmation state, By continuing the control of the setting confirmation state, even after the front door 1b is closed, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state (high brightness), the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled to the predetermined lighting state, and the effect is controlled. The liquid crystal display 51 is controlled so that the setting confirmation status notification image is continuously displayed.

If the front door 1b is closed while the main control unit 41 is controlling the setting confirmation state and the sub control unit 91 is controlling the setting confirmation status notification, the main control unit 41 is in the closed state. Since the control unit 41 continues to control the setting confirmation state and the sub control unit 91 continues to control the setting confirmation status notification, the front door 1b is opened again and the setting key switch 37 is turned off. By doing so, it is possible to shift the control of the main control unit 41 to the non-gaming state 1 and shift the control of the sub control unit 91 to the door open state notification.

In this way, the main control unit 41 selects and sets one of a plurality of types of setting values (setting values 1 to 6 in this embodiment) having different advantages for the player. It is possible to control. Further, the main control unit 41 controls the setting value set in the slot machine 1 to a setting confirmation state in which the setting value set in the slot machine 1 can be confirmed by turning on the setting key switch 37 while the game is not being played. ..

The sub-control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 to the lit state (high brightness) when the setting confirmation state is controlled when the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lit state in the non-gaming state 2. As a result, when the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lighting state and is controlled to the setting confirmation state, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state (high brightness), so that when the setting confirmation state is controlled. It is possible to improve the visibility of the symbol combination stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R to make it easier to confirm, and to make it easier for the surroundings to recognize that the setting confirmation state has been controlled.

Further, the sub control unit 91 is controlled to the setting confirmation state on the main control unit 41 side, so that when the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state, the lighting state is controlled when the setting confirmation state is not controlled. The reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (high brightness) brighter than (low brightness). As a result, it is possible to make it easier to confirm the symbol combination stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R when the setting confirmation state is controlled, and to make the surroundings further recognize that the setting confirmation state is controlled. Can be made easier.

As shown in FIG. 21, the main control unit 41 makes various errors based on the input status of various sensors and the like during the period of control to the non-gaming state 2 (in this embodiment, the input of the input medal sensor 31). By detecting the occurrence of a selector error (selector error specified based on the situation), the sub-control unit 91 controls the error state, and a command that can identify the state of transition to the error state and the type of the error that is occurring. Send to. Further, when controlling to the error state, before controlling to the error state without changing the display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state), the display mode of the advantageous section notification LED 12a, and the lighting mode of 1-3 BET LEDs 14 to 16. Maintain the state of. On the other hand, the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled so as to display an error code indicating the type of error occurring (in this embodiment, "E5" indicating a selector error). In addition, the closing request LED 17 is controlled to be in a non-lighting state.

On the other hand, it is specified that the sub control unit 91 is controlled to an error state on the main control unit 41 side based on the command received from the main control unit 41 during the period during which the demo effect is controlled. When the error status notification is started, the reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (high brightness), the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled to a predetermined lighting state, and then the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is demonstrated. Control to switch from the effect image to the error status notification image.

When the main control unit 41 is controlling the error state, the main control unit 41 continuously waits for control in the error state until a reset operation by the reset switch 23 or the reset / setting switch is detected. Further, when the sub control unit 91 is controlling the error status notification, the sub control unit 91 controls the error status notification until it is specified that the error status is released based on the command received from the main control unit 41. Continue to wait.

Then, when the main control unit 41 is controlling the error state, the operation of the reset switch 23 or the reset / setting switch is detected, so that the main control unit 41 controls before ending the error state and shifting to the error state. It shifts to the non-gaming state 2 that was being played. Further, when terminating the error state, a command capable of specifying the end of the error state is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. Further, when the error state is terminated, the state in the error state without changing the display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state), the display mode of the advantageous section notification LED 12a, and the lighting mode of the 1 to 3 BET LEDs 14 to 16. To maintain. On the other hand, the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled so as to end the display of the error code and put it in the non-display state. In addition, the on-request LED 17 is controlled to be lit.

On the other hand, during the period in which the sub-control unit 91 is controlling the error state notification, the error state is terminated based on the command received from the main control unit 41, and the sub-control unit 91 shifts to the non-gaming state 2. When is specified, the control of the error state notification is terminated, and the demo effect control that was performed before the control is started is performed to control the reel LED 55 and the effect decorative LED 57 to the non-lighting state. After that, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to be switched from the error state notification image to the demo effect image.

In this way, the main control unit 41 can control the error state that makes the progress of the game impossible, and controls the error state by detecting an error based on the input status from various sensors.

The sub control unit 91 lights the reel LED 55 (high brightness) when the main control unit 41 controls the reel LED 55 to an error state when the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lighting state in the non-gaming state 2. ). As a result, even if the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in the non-lighting state, it is controlled to be in the lighting state when it is controlled to the error state. Therefore, when an error occurs, the symbol combination stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R. It is possible to improve the visibility of the reel and make it easier to confirm, and it is also possible to make it easier for the surroundings to recognize that an error has occurred.

Further, the sub control unit 91 is controlled to an error state on the main control unit 41 side, so that when the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state, the lighting state (low) is controlled when the reel LED 55 is not controlled to the error state. The reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (high brightness) brighter than the brightness). As a result, it is possible to make it easier to confirm the symbol combination stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R when an error occurs, and it is possible to make it easier for the surroundings to recognize that an error has occurred.

As shown in FIG. 22, the sub-control unit 91 starts controlling the effect setting state by operating the effect switch 56 during the period in which the demo effect is controlled, and starts controlling the reel LED 55 and the effect. While maintaining the lighting mode of the decorative LED 57 in the state before starting the control of the effect setting state, that is, the non-display state during the demo effect, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is changed from the demo effect image to the effect setting image. Control to switch.

Then, in the state where the effect setting screen is displayed, the sub control unit 91 switches the effect setting screen to the volume setting screen or the brightness setting screen according to the operation of the effect switch 56, or sets the effect, as described above. It is possible to control to end the state, and when the effect setting screen is displayed, the effect switch 56 is pressed and held while the option image of "End" is highlighted. By doing so, the control of the effect setting state is terminated, and the process shifts to the demo effect before the transition to the effect setting state.

The sub control unit 91 is controlled to the non-gaming state 1 on the main control unit 41 side, and even during the period during which the normal effect is controlled, the effect switch 56 is operated to produce the effect. It is possible to control the setting state.

On the other hand, the main control unit 41 does not detect the operation by the effect switch 56, and even when the sub control unit 91 shifts to the effect setting state in the non-gaming state 1 or the non-game state 2. , The display mode of the credit display 11 (credit display state) and the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 (non-display state), the advantageous section notification LEDs 12a, 1 to 3BET LEDs 14 to 16, while maintaining the control state without changing. The lighting mode of the on-request LED 17 is also maintained without being changed.

In this way, when the sub control unit 91 is controlled to the non-gaming state (non-gaming state 1, non-gaming state 2) on the main control unit 41 side, the effect switch 56 is operated. As a result, it is possible to display the effect setting screen on the liquid crystal display 51, which can control the effect setting state and make settings related to the effect by the operation of the player or the like. On the effect setting screen, it is possible to make settings related to the effect by operating the effect switch 56 according to the menu displayed on the screen. As a result, it is possible to prevent the reel LED 55 from irradiating the effect setting screen while displaying the effect setting screen, which interferes with the operation when setting the effect.

Further, the sub control unit 91 is in a non-gaming state, and after the end of the game, a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) elapses without setting the bet number, and the main control unit 41 side. When the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lighting state and the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-gaming state 2, the effect switch 56 can be operated to make settings related to the effect by the operation of the player or the like. When displaying the effect setting screen on the liquid crystal display 51, the reel LED 55 is not controlled in the lit state but is controlled in the non-lit state. As a result, the main control unit 41 is controlled to the non-gaming state 2, and the sub control unit 91 is controlling the demo effect so that the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lighting state. In the above, since the non-lighting state of the reel LED 55 is maintained even if the effect switch 56 that is not involved in the progress of the game is operated, the power consumption can be suppressed and the effect setting screen is displayed by the irradiation by the reel LED 55. It is possible to prevent it from becoming difficult to see.

As shown in FIG. 23, the main control unit 41 first controls the setting change state by starting the power supply to the slot machine 1 in the state where the setting key switch 37 is turned on. , A command that can identify the transition to the setting change state is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. Further, when controlling to the setting change state, the setting changing display indicating that the display mode of the credit display 11 and the game auxiliary display 12 is in the setting change state (in this embodiment, "-" is displayed on each display. Is controlled in a display mode (see FIG. 10)), and the advantageous section notification LEDs 12a, 1 to 3 BETLEDs 14 to 16, and the turn-on request LED 17 are controlled to be in a non-lighting state.

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 is controlled to the setting change state on the main control unit 41 side based on the command received from the main control unit 41 after the power supply to the slot machine 1 is started and started. When it is specified, the control of the setting change state notification is started, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the blinking state (high brightness) which is controlled only during the setting change state notification, and the effect decorative LED 57 is turned on by a predetermined value. After controlling the state, the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to display the setting change state notification image.

When the main control unit 41 is controlling the setting change state, the setting key switch 37 is turned off after a new setting value is set by performing the above-mentioned setting change operation. When it is specified, the control of the setting change state is terminated and the control is shifted to the non-game state 1. When shifting to the non-game state 1, the display mode of the credit display 11 is controlled to be switched from the setting changing display to the initial value (“0”) of the credit display state, and the display of the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed. The mode is controlled to switch from the display during setting change to the non-display state. Further, while controlling the on-request LED 17 to be in the lit state, the advantageous section notification LEDs 12a and 1 to 3 BET LEDs 14 to 16 are controlled to be maintained in the non-lit state.

After that, based on the input signal from the door open detection switch 25, when the front door 1b is closed, a command capable of identifying that the front door 1b is closed is given to the sub-control unit 91. And send.

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 ends the setting change state based on the command received from the main control unit 41 during the period in which the setting change state notification is controlled, and shifts to the non-gaming state 1. When it is specified that the setting change status is notified, the control of the setting change status notification is terminated, the door open status notification is controlled, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state (high brightness), and the effect decorative LED 57 is lit by a predetermined value. Control to state. After that, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to be switched from the setting change state notification image to the door open state notification image.

After that, when it is specified that the front door 1b has been closed based on the command received from the main control unit 41, the control of the door open state notification is terminated and the control of the normal effect is started. The reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (low brightness), and the effect decorative LED 57 is controlled to a predetermined lighting state. After that, the display image on the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to be switched from the door open state notification image to the normal effect image.

In addition, the UI image is controlled to the display state by controlling the normal effect. That is, the UI image is controlled to the display state at the timing when the door open state notification image is switched to the normal effect image.

In this way, the main control unit 41 is set so that the set value of the slot machine 1 can be set by starting the power supply to the slot machine 1 while the setting key switch 37 is turned on. It is possible to control the changed state.

The sub control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 to a blinking state, which is a mode different from the lighting mode controlled during the game, during the period in which the main control unit 41 is controlling the setting change state. As a result, it is possible to make the surroundings recognize that the set value is controlled to the settable setting confirmation state.

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The UI image displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 by the sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 24 to 27.

The sub control unit 91 can control the effect mode according to the control state related to the AT controlled by the main control unit 41, and controls so as to perform the effect in the effect mode according to the controlled effect mode. To do. The effect mode includes a normal effect mode that suggests that the control state related to AT is controlled to the normal state, an AT state effect mode that suggests that the control state related to AT is controlled to the AT state, and a control state related to AT. Includes an additional state effect mode that suggests that is controlled to the additional state. In addition, the normal production mode includes a normal production mode (forest stage) and a normal production mode (underwater stage) in which the production modes are different from each other.

As shown in FIG. 24A, the slot machine 1 has a liquid crystal display 51 as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is a first display in which a main effect image is displayed. It includes a display area and a second display area near the periphery of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. As will be described later, the shapes and sizes of the first display area and the second display area may change depending on the controlled effect mode and the like. Further, the liquid crystal display 51 of the present embodiment is provided with a see-through window 3 in the display area, and the display area has a substantially square shape and has an outer peripheral edge and an inner peripheral edge, and is a liquid crystal display. The second display area of 51 corresponds to a display area near the outer peripheral edge and a display area near the inner peripheral edge of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. In a configuration in which a reel see-through window or the like is not provided in the display area of the liquid crystal display and the display area does not have an inner peripheral edge, the second display area of the liquid crystal display is the display area of the liquid crystal display. Of these, only the display area near the outer periphery is applicable.

As shown in FIG. 24B, the sub-control unit 91 has a main effect image (main effect according to the control state related to AT controlled by the main control unit 41 side) in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51. It is possible to display (images and videos of). Further, it is possible to display a UI image (user interface image) for displaying information about the game in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

The UI image includes a credit image showing the number of currently registered credits (in this embodiment, a number image showing the current number of credits and a frame image surrounding the number image), and a bet showing the currently set bet number. Number image (in this embodiment, three circle images displayed in a predetermined display mode), payout number image showing the number of medals paid out in the game (in this embodiment, a number image showing the number of medals paid out and the number) (Frame image surrounding the image), AT game number image indicating the current number of remaining AT games (in this embodiment, a numerical image indicating the remaining number of AT games and a frame image surrounding the numerical image), payout in the AT state A net increase number image showing the net increase number of medals (in this embodiment, a numerical image showing the net increase number and a frame image surrounding the number image), and an additional state game number image showing the current number of remaining additional state games (this implementation). In the example, a numerical image showing the remaining number of additional games and a frame image surrounding the numerical image), and an additional game number image showing the number of AT games added in the additional state (in this embodiment, the number of additional games is shown). A numerical image and a frame image surrounding the numerical image), a mode suggestion image relating to the currently controlled effect mode (in this embodiment, a frame image to be displayed on the left and right portions and a lower portion of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and above the reel. The message frame image to be displayed in the part) is included.

Of the UI images, the sub control unit 91 is controlled to any of the normal state, the AT state, and the additional state on the main control unit 41 side, that is, when it is controlled to any of the effect modes. It is possible to display a credit image, a bet number image, a payout number image, and a mode suggestion image, and when the main control unit 41 is controlled to the AT state, the credit image, the bet number image, and the payout number image are displayed. , And, in addition to the mode suggestion image, it is possible to display the AT game number image and the net increase number image. Further, when the main control unit 41 is controlled to the additional state, the additional state game number image and the additional game number image are displayed in addition to the credit image, the bet number image, the payout number image, and the mode suggestion image. Is possible. Further, when the predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, when performing the bonus confirmation notification effect described later, when performing the AT state result notification effect, when performing the operation promotion effect, etc.), the sub control unit 91 determines the UI image. It is possible to control a part or all of the above to a hidden state that cannot be seen from the player side.

Among the UI images, the mode suggestion image includes a plurality of types of mode suggestion images A to D having different display modes depending on the effect mode, and the sub control unit 91 selects the mode suggestion image according to the effect mode to be controlled. It is possible to display the image on the liquid crystal display 51. The shape and width of the first display area and the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 described above change depending on the type of mode suggestion image selected and displayed by the sub-control unit 91.

Further, when the control state related to AT is controlled to the normal state on the main control unit 41 side, the sub control unit 91 has an AT game number image, a net increase number image, an additional state game number image, and an additional game among the UI images. When the control state related to AT is controlled to the AT state or the additional state while the number image is not displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, the AT game number image, the net increase number image, or the additional state game number image is controlled according to the control state. , The number of additional games The image may be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. The first display area and the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 depending on whether the AT game number image, the net increase number image, the added state game number image, or the added game number image is not displayed or these images are displayed. The shape and size of the image change.

Next, image data for the sub-control unit 91 to display a predetermined image or the like on the liquid crystal display 51 will be described.

The ROM 91b included in the sub control unit 91 stores a plurality of types of image data for displaying an image on the liquid crystal display 51, and the sub control unit 91 is based on one image data stored in the ROM 91b. It is possible to display a predetermined image on the liquid crystal display 51, and a plurality of image data are arranged to create display data for displaying on the liquid crystal display 51, and the liquid crystal display 51 is based on the display data. It is possible to display a predetermined effect screen by displaying an image on the screen. When the predetermined image is not displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, another image data is arranged on the front side of the image data of the predetermined image with a transparency of 0% depending on the situation, so that the image of the predetermined image is displayed. A predetermined image is displayed on the effect screen by controlling the image based on the data so as not to be displayed on the effect screen and by creating display data in which the image data of the predetermined image is not arranged and displaying the image on the liquid crystal display 51. It may be controlled so as not to let it.

As shown in FIG. 25, for example, the AT state effect screen displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 when the sub control unit 91 is controlling the AT state effect mode displays a plurality of image data including image data 1 to 6. It is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 based on the display data created by arranging.

As shown in FIG. 25 (a), the image data 1 includes a frame image of the number of AT games image (in this embodiment, an image including a hexagonal frame image and a character image of "the number of remaining games") and a net increase in the number of images. This is data for displaying a frame image of an image (in this embodiment, an image including a hexagonal frame image and a character image of "net increase number of sheets").

As shown in FIG. 25B, the image data 2 includes a frame image of a credit image (in this embodiment, an image including a substantially rectangular frame image and a character image of “storage”) and a frame of a bet number image. In order to display an image (in this embodiment, an image including three round images) and a frame image of the number of payout images (in this embodiment, an image including a substantially rectangular frame image and a character image of "payout"). It is the data of.

As shown in FIG. 25 (c), the image data 3 is the frame image C of the mode suggestion image C suggesting that the AT state is controlled (in this embodiment, the left and right portions of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51). And the frame image displayed in the lower part) is the data for displaying.

As shown in FIG. 25D, the image data 4 is a message frame image C of the mode suggestion image C suggesting that the AT state is controlled (in this embodiment, a substantially rectangular frame image and a predetermined item). This is data for displaying (an image including an image).

As shown in FIG. 25 (f), image data 1 to 5 are arranged in the order to create display data, and an image based on the display data is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 based on the image data 1. Displayed image (frame image of AT game number image and frame image of net increase number image), image displayed based on image data 2 (frame image of credit image, frame image of bet number image and frame image of payout number image) ), An image displayed based on the image data 3 (frame image C of the mode suggestion image C), an image displayed based on the image data 4 (message frame image C of the mode suggestion image C), and displayed based on the image data 5. By displaying the images (main effect images) arranged in this order on the liquid crystal display 51, the UI image related to the AT state can be displayed.

As shown in FIG. 25 (e), the image data 5 is data for displaying an image of information related to each game at a predetermined position in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. When the control state related to the AT controlled by the main control unit 41 is the AT state, the number of remaining AT games controlled by the AT, the net increase in the number of medals paid out in the AT state, the current credit value, and the number of payouts. A number image indicating, a circle image indicating the currently set bet number (in this embodiment, a circle image in a black aspect), and a message image displayed in the message frame of the mode suggestion image are displayed. .. Further, when the control state related to the AT controlled by the main control unit 41 is the additional state, the number of remaining additional games controlled in the additional state, the number of additional games added in the additional state, the current credit value, and the payout. A number image showing the number of sheets, a circle image showing the currently set bet number (in this embodiment, a circle image in a black mode), and a message image displayed in the message frame of the mode suggestion image are displayed. There is. Further, when the control state related to the AT controlled by the main control unit 41 is the normal state, the current credit value, the numerical image showing the number of payouts, and the round image showing the currently set bet number (in this embodiment). , Black mode circle image), the message image displayed in the message frame of the mode suggestion image is displayed. The number of remaining AT games, net increase number of games, number of additional games, number of additional games, credit value, numerical image showing the number of payouts, round image showing the number of bets, and message image are displayed based on a plurality of image data. It may be configured.

As shown in FIG. 25 (g), the image data 6 is for displaying a main effect image (in this embodiment, a predetermined character image and a background image (outer space)) performed when the AT state is controlled. It is data. The predetermined character image and the background image of the main effect image may be displayed based on a plurality of image data.

As shown in FIG. 25 (h), image data 5 for displaying an image of information related to the game is arranged on the front side (player side) of the image data 1 to 4 for displaying the UI screen related to the AT state. By creating the displayed data and displaying an image based on the display data, it is possible to display information related to each game on the liquid crystal display 51 at a corresponding position on the UI screen. Further, the image data 5 of the information about the game is arranged on the front side (player side) of the image data 1 to 4 for displaying the UI screen, and the main effect image is displayed on the back side of the image data 1 to 4. By arranging the image data 6 to create display data and displaying an image based on the display data, it is possible to display the effect screen related to the AT state on the liquid crystal display 51.

As a result, in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, the player has an AT game number image, a net increase number image, a credit image, a bet number image, and a payout number image among the UI images at a predetermined position on the outer peripheral edge portion of the display area. A display area that is visibly displayed from the side, a mode suggestion image of the UI image is visibly displayed from the player side at a predetermined position on the inner peripheral edge portion of the display area, and the UI image is not displayed, that is, the first display. The main production image is displayed in the area from the player side.

The ROM 91b of the sub-control unit 91 displays image data for displaying the frame image of the mode suggestion image A, image data for displaying the message frame image of the mode suggestion image A, and the frame image of the mode suggestion image B. Image data for displaying the message frame image of the mode suggestion image B, image data for displaying the frame image of the mode suggestion image D, and an image for displaying the message frame image of the mode suggestion image D. The data, the frame image of the number of additional games, and the image data for displaying the frame image of the number of additional games are stored.

As shown in FIG. 26A, the sub-control unit 91 displays the above-mentioned image data 2, image data for displaying the frame image of the mode suggestion image A, and the message frame image of the mode suggestion image A. By displaying the image on the liquid crystal display 51 based on the display data created by arranging the image data, it is possible to display the UI image related to the normal state (forest stage) in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. is there. On the back side of the UI image, image data of a main effect image (in this embodiment, a predetermined character image and a background image (forest), see FIG. 27 (a), etc.) corresponding to a normal state (forest stage) is arranged. By displaying an image based on the display data created in the above, it is possible to display the effect screen suggesting that the image is controlled to the normal state (forest stage) on the liquid crystal display 51.

As shown in FIG. 26B, the sub-control unit 91 displays the image data 2, the image data for displaying the frame image of the mode suggestion image B, and the message frame image of the mode suggestion image B. By displaying the image on the liquid crystal display 51 based on the display data created by arranging the image data, it is possible to display the UI image related to the normal state (underwater stage) in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. is there. Image data of a main production image (in this embodiment, a predetermined character image and a background image (underwater), see FIG. 27 (b), etc.) corresponding to a normal state (underwater stage) is arranged on the back side of the UI image. By displaying an image based on the display data created in the above, it is possible to display the effect screen suggesting that the image is controlled in the normal state (underwater stage) on the liquid crystal display 51.

As shown in FIG. 26 (c), the sub-control unit 91 displays the frame image of the number of additional games and the frame image of the number of additional games, the above-mentioned image data 2, and the mode suggestion image D. By displaying the image on the liquid crystal display 51 based on the display data created by arranging the image data for displaying the frame image of the above and the image data for displaying the message frame image of the mode suggestion image D. It is possible to display a UI image related to the added state in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. By arranging the image data of the main effect image (not shown) corresponding to the added state on the back side of the UI image and displaying the image based on the display data created, the fact that the added state is controlled is determined. It is possible to display the suggested effect screen on the liquid crystal display 51.

Next, the effect mode switching control by the operation of the effect switch 56 performed by the sub control unit 91 will be described with reference to FIG. 27.

The sub control unit 91 controls the main control unit 41 to perform the effect in the normal effect mode when the control state related to the AT is controlled to the normal state. The normal effect mode includes a normal effect mode (forest stage) and a normal effect mode (underwater stage) in which the effect modes are different from each other, and the sub control unit 91 has a control state related to the AT controlled by the main control unit 41 in the normal state. Yes, there is no production that may span multiple games (such as continuous production and bonus confirmation notification production described later), but normal production that suggests that it is controlled to the normal state is performed, and the game is played. During non-game (a state in which the number of bets is not set after the game is completed), the effect mode is set to the normal effect mode (forest stage) or the normal effect mode according to the operation of the effect direction switch 59. Controls to switch to the production mode (underwater stage).

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 27A, the sub-control unit 91 is set in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, for example, when performing a normal effect in the normal effect mode (forest stage). The effect image of the normal effect A is displayed, and the UI image related to the normal state (forest stage) is displayed in the second display area. That is, the above-mentioned image data 5, image data 2, image data for displaying the frame image of the mode suggestion image A, image data for displaying the message frame image of the mode suggestion image A, and starring in the normal state (forest stage). An image based on the image data created by arranging the image data of the output image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

Then, in the state where the normal production is performed, when it is specified that the production that may span a plurality of games is not performed and the bet number is not set, it is effective to accept the operation by the production direction switch 59. To become. On the other hand, when a bet number of 1 or more is set by inserting a medal, operating the MAXBET switch 6, or granting a replay, the acceptance of the operation by the direction switch 59 for production is invalidated.

The production mode in which the production mode is currently controlled by detecting the operation of the left and right switches included in the production direction switch 59 while the reception of the operation by the production direction switch 59 is enabled (this implementation). In the example, switching control is performed to switch from the normal state (forest stage)) to another production mode (in this embodiment, the normal state (underwater stage)).

As shown in FIG. 27 (b), the normal effect is performed in the normal effect mode (forest stage), and the left and right of the effect direction switch 59 are in a state where the acceptance of the operation by the effect direction switch 59 is enabled. When the operation of the switch is detected, the sub-control unit 91 displays the UI image related to the normal effect mode (forest stage) and the main effect image displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 as the UI image related to the normal effect mode (underwater stage). And switch to the main production image.

At this time, the sub-control unit 91 has image data for displaying the frame image of the mode suggestion image B stored in the ROM 91b, image data for displaying the message frame image of the mode suggestion image B, and a normal state ( Read out the image data for displaying the main production image of the underwater stage). Then, the frame image and the message frame image of the mode suggestion image A displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 and the main effect image of the normal effect mode (forest stage) are replaced with the frame image and the message frame of the mode suggestion image B. Start displaying the image and normal production mode (underwater stage). By maintaining the display of the image based on the image data 5 and the image data 2 before and after the switching control, the number of images to be switched can be reduced and the processing load related to the switching can be reduced.

It should be noted that the sub-control unit 91 enables the reception of the operation by the effect direction switch 59 even when performing an effect (for example, continuous effect) that may span a plurality of games, and the effect direction switch 59. It is also possible to control the switching of the effect mode by detecting the operation by. In such a configuration, when an operation by the effect direction switch 59 is detected in a situation where an effect that may span a plurality of games is performed, the effect mode is switched when the operation is detected. The display of each related image may be changed, or the display of each related image may be changed by switching the effect mode when the effect that may span a plurality of games is completed. By switching the production mode to change the display of each related image when the production that may span multiple games is completed, for example, the production itself may be in the middle of the production that may span multiple games. It is possible to prevent inconsistencies from occurring due to changes in the production mode, UI image, and the like.

[About selection production]
Next, the selection effect will be described. The selection effect is an effect of displaying a plurality of options and displaying one of the options as a selection result so as to be identifiable. The selection effect of this embodiment is a roulette effect in which one of the four options is specified. And a two-choice effect in which one of the two choices is specified.

The options displayed in the selection effect include the "WIN" option that suggests the winning of special roles 1 to 4, the "chance" option that suggests the possibility that the special role has been won, and the possibility that the special role has been won. "Development" option that suggests the nature and finally develops into a continuous production that leads to the production result of whether or not the special role is won, for the operation promotion production that promotes the operation of the production switch 56 Includes "large button" and "small button" options that suggest development, and "?" Options that suggest the possibility of loss.

As shown in FIG. 28, the main control unit 41 starts the game and performs an internal lottery by operating the start switch 7 in a state where a predetermined number of bets is set, and the internal lottery is performed. A command that can identify the winning result is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. Further, when the game is started, a command capable of specifying the game state being controlled is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 performs the effect lottery based on the winning result of the internal lottery specified by the command received from the main control unit 41, the controlled game state, and the effect lottery table. Then, when it is determined in the effect lottery that the selected effect is to be executed, the control of the selected effect is started.

In the control of the selection effect, first, the first part of the selection effect of the type determined by the effect lottery is started and waits. In the first part of each selection effect, as will be described later, a predetermined number of options (4 options in the roulette effect of this embodiment and 2 options in the 2-selection effect) are displayed on the liquid crystal display according to the type of the selection effect. After displaying on the device 51, all of the predetermined number of options are displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 and wait.

In this state, the main control unit 41 stops by the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R each time it is detected that the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R are pressed for the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R whose rotation is controlled. A command that can identify that the operation has been performed is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 has a third stop operation (stop switches 8L, 8C, which stop the three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R rotated in the game, based on the command received from the main control unit 41. When it is specified that the operation of the stop switch for stopping the reel is performed third among the operations of 8R, the selection effect is shifted from the first part to the second part. In the second part, as will be described later, control is performed so that none of the plurality of options displayed in the first part is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. Then, when a predetermined time (2 seconds in this embodiment) has elapsed from the start of the second part, the liquid crystal is shifted from the second part to the third part so that the option as the selection result can be specified. It is displayed on the display 51. After that, until it is specified that the start operation of the next game has been performed, the third part is controlled to be continued, and the option as the selection result is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 so as to be identifiable. To continue.

As described above, the sub-control unit 91 of the present embodiment can display a plurality of options and execute a selection effect of specifying one of the options as a selection result by using the liquid crystal display 51. In the production, the first part in which a plurality of options are displayed, the second part in which none of the options are displayed after the first part, and the options as the selection result are identifiablely displayed after the second part. It is a configuration including the third part.

[About the production mode of roulette production]
Next, an effect mode of the roulette effect executed by the sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 29 and 30. The roulette effect is a roulette effect with a UI executed using the first display area in a state where the UI image is displayed in the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the UI in the second display area. Includes a UIless roulette effect that is performed using both the first and second display areas when no image is displayed.

As shown in FIG. 29, when performing the roulette effect with UI, the sub control unit 91 performs the roulette effect with UI in the effect mode related to the effect mode controlled when starting the roulette effect with UI. When performing roulette with UI when performing production in the normal production mode (forest stage), the UI image is a credit image, bet number image, payout number image, mode suggestion image A. Is displayed in the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and in the effect mode (for example, the display mode of the background of the main effect image is common) related to the normal effect mode (forest stage). An image of a roulette effect with a UI (in this embodiment, a plurality of optional images, a character image of a predetermined character, etc.) is displayed as a main effect image in the first display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 30, even when the sub-control unit 91 performs the UI-less roulette effect, the UI-less roulette effect is performed in the effect mode related to the effect mode controlled when the UI-less roulette effect is started. When performing a roulette effect without a UI while performing an effect in the normal effect mode (forest stage), the UI image is the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The image of the roulette effect without UI in the effect mode (for example, the effect mode in which the background display mode of the main effect image is common) related to the normal effect mode (forest stage) (in this embodiment, a plurality of images) The option image, the character image of the predetermined character, etc.) are displayed in the display area including both the first display area and the second display area in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

In this embodiment, when a relatively advantageous option for the player (“WIN”, “large button”, etc.) is specified as a selection result, a relatively disadvantageous option for the player (“chance”, “chance”, “chance”, “ The ratio of UI-less roulette effect and UI-less roulette effect to UI-less roulette effect is set higher than when "small button", "?", Etc.) are specified as the selection result. By executing, it can be expected that a more advantageous option than when the roulette effect with UI is executed is specified as the selection result.

The roulette effect is started when the game start operation is performed by the start switch 7 with a predetermined number of bets set. In the roulette effect, first, the first part in which a plurality of options are displayed is started.

In the first part, a predetermined number (4 in this embodiment) of choice images (in this embodiment, a "WIN" choice image including the characters "WIN" and a "chance" including the characters "chance" After displaying the option image, the "development" option image including the character "development", and the "?" Option image including the character "?" One by one (FIGS. 29 (a) to (c), FIG. 30). (See (a) to (c)), display all of the predetermined number of options (see FIGS. 29 (d) and 30 (d)), and perform a third stop operation using the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R. Wait until you get it.

The plurality of options displayed in the first part are the options determined by the production lottery, and include at least the options specified as the selection result in the third part. Further, the plurality of options displayed in the first part may include duplicate options, and when displaying the duplicate options, one of the display modes of the duplicate options (for example, color or pattern, etc.) may be included. By making the (shape, etc.) different from the other display mode, it is possible to diversify the production mode of the roulette effect. In the sub-control unit 91 of the present embodiment, at least the "WIN" option is a black mode (see FIG. 29 (f), etc.) suggesting the winning of the special roles 3 and 4, and a medal rather than the special roles 3 and 4. It is possible to display in a white mode (see FIG. 31 (f), etc.) that suggests winning of special roles 1 and 2 with a large total number of payouts and a high advantage, and a black mode in the roulette effect of the same game. It is also possible to display a plurality of "WIN" options in duplicate, such as displaying a "WIN" option and a white-shaped "WIN" option.

Further, in the first part, after displaying all the images of a predetermined number of options, the control of sequentially changing the display mode of the images of each option to the light emitting mode is repeatedly performed, and any of the displayed options is selected. It is suggested that it can be selected as a selection result (see FIGS. 29 (d) and 30 (d)).

Further, in the first part, when the first stop operation and the second stop operation are performed by the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, some of the displayed options that are not displayed as the selection result ( For example, the brightness of the image of some of the options other than the "WIN" option) is reduced to suggest that the option is not specified as the selection result. When deciding the option to reduce the brightness, among the options displayed but not specified as the selection result, the option to reduce the brightness is selected in order from the option suggesting that the situation is less advantageous for the player. By deciding as, the option suggesting that the situation is highly advantageous remains, and the player's expectation can be maintained.

Then, in the roulette effect, when the third stop operation is performed by the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R while the first part is being performed (when the stop switch related to the third stop operation is pressed). , The first part is moved to the second part. In the second part, the entire display area (the first display area when there is a UI, the first display area and the second display area when there is no UI) in which the images of a plurality of options are displayed in the first part, By displaying the whiteout screen that displays a single white color, it is controlled so that the images of any of the options displayed in the first part are not displayed (see FIGS. 29 (e) and 30 (e)).

Then, when a predetermined time (2 seconds in this embodiment) elapses after starting the second part, the process shifts from the second part to the third part. In the third part, the options determined by the production lottery are identifiablely displayed as the selection result (see FIGS. 29 (f) and 30 (f)).

In the third part, only the image of the option as the selection result (for example, "WIN" option, etc.) is displayed among the plurality of options displayed in the first part, so that the option as the selection result can be specified. To do. In addition, along with the image of the option as the selection result, a specific decorative image that is not displayed in the first part (in this embodiment, the option image is illuminated by displaying it on the front side of the option image as the selection result. By displaying the reflection mode image that makes it visible as if it is reflected and shining, and the specific background image A) that is displayed as the background when the option image as the selection result is displayed, the selection result is The option image is displayed with more emphasis than when it was displayed as one of a plurality of options in the first part.

In the case of a roulette effect with a UI, the specific decorative image is displayed on the back side of the UI image displayed in the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and is specific. The decorative image is not displayed on the front side of the UI image.

Further, in the third part, the size of the option image as the selection result is displayed larger than the size when it is displayed as one of the plurality of options in the first part, so that the option image as the selection result is displayed. It is displayed with more emphasis than when it was displayed in the first part.

After starting the third part and displaying the options as the selection result identifiable, as the selection result until it is specified that the start operation by the start switch 7 for starting the next game has been performed. It is controlled to continue displaying the image of the option of, and when it is specified that the start operation of the next game has been performed, it is controlled to end the third part and end the roulette effect.

[About the production mode of 2-choice production]
Next, an effect mode of the two-choice effect executed by the sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 31 and 32. The two-choice effect is a two-choice effect with a UI executed using the first display area while the UI image is displayed in the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the second display area. Includes a UI-less two-choice effect that is executed using both the first display area and the second display area in a state where the UI image is not displayed.

As shown in FIG. 31, when the sub-control unit 91 performs the two-choice effect with UI, the two-choice with UI is selected in the effect mode related to the effect mode controlled when the two-choice effect with UI is started. When performing a two-choice production with a UI when performing a production in the normal production mode (forest stage), the UI image includes a credit image, a bet number image, and a payout number image. The mode suggestion image A is displayed in the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the effect mode (for example, the display mode of the background of the main effect image) related to the normal effect mode (forest stage) is common. An image of a two-choice effect with a UI in the effect mode) (in this embodiment, a plurality of option images, a character image of a predetermined character, etc.) is placed in the first display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 as the main effect image. Is displayed.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 32, even when the sub-control unit 91 performs the two-choice effect without UI, there is no UI in the effect mode related to the effect mode controlled when the two-choice effect without UI is started. Two-choice production is performed, and when performing two-choice production without UI when performing production in the normal production mode (forest stage), the UI image is in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. An image of a two-choice production without a UI (book) that is not displayed in the second display area and is in a production mode related to the normal production mode (forest stage) (for example, a production mode in which the background display mode of the main production image is common). In the embodiment, a plurality of option images, a character image of a predetermined character, etc.) are displayed in a display area including both a first display area and a second display area in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

In this embodiment, when a relatively advantageous option for the player (“WIN”, “large button”, etc.) is specified as a selection result, a relatively disadvantageous option for the player (“chance”, “chance”, “chance”, “ Compared to the case where "small button", "?", Etc.) is specified as the selection result, the ratio of the two-choice effect without UI selected among the two-choice effect with UI and the two-choice effect without UI is set higher, and the UI is set. By executing the two-choice effect without UI, it can be expected that more advantageous options than when the two-choice effect with UI is executed are specified as the selection result.

The two-choice effect is started when the game start operation is performed by the start switch 7 with the specified number of bets set. In the two-choice production, first, the first part in which a plurality of choices are displayed is started.

In the first part, after displaying a predetermined number (two in this embodiment) of option images (in this embodiment, "WIN" option image and "?" Option image) one by one (FIG. 31). (A) (b), see FIGS. 32 (a) and 32 (b)), display all of the predetermined number of options (see FIGS. 31 (c) and 32 (c)), and stop switches 8L, 8C, It waits until the third stop operation by 8R is performed.

The plurality of options displayed in the first part are the options determined by the production lottery. Further, the plurality of options displayed in the first part may include duplicate options, and when displaying the duplicate options, one of the display modes of the duplicate options (for example, color or pattern, etc.) may be included. By making the (shape, etc.) different from the other display mode, it is possible to diversify the effect mode of the two-choice effect as in the roulette effect. Similar to the roulette effect, the sub-control unit 91 of the present embodiment can display at least the "WIN" option in the black mode and the white mode, and the "WIN" mode in the black mode in the two-choice effect of the same game. It is also possible to display a plurality of "WIN" options in duplicate, such as displaying an option and a white "WIN" option.

Further, in the first part, after displaying all the images of a predetermined number of options, when the first stop operation is performed by the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, one of the two options displayed is displayed. The display mode of the option image is controlled to a light emitting mode that emits light, and the effect mode in the first part is changed. After that, when the second stop operation is performed by the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, the display mode of the other option image that is not controlled to the light emitting mode when the first stop operation is performed is controlled to the light emitting mode. By doing so, the display mode of the two displayed option images is controlled to the light emitting mode during the period from the second stop operation to the third stop operation, and any of the displayed ones. It is suggested that the options of can also be selected as the selection result. It should be noted that the display mode of only one of the two options displayed in the first part may be changed, and with such a configuration, the display mode may be changed according to the change. Can increase the expectation that will be selected as the selection result.

Then, in the two-choice effect, when the third stop operation is performed by the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R while the first part is being performed (when the stop switch related to the third stop operation is pressed). In addition, the first part is transferred to the second part. In the second part, the entire display area (the first display area when there is a UI, the first display area and the second display area when there is no UI) in which the images of a plurality of options are displayed in the first part, By displaying the whiteout screen, it is controlled so that the images of any of the options displayed in the first part are not displayed (see FIGS. 31 (d) and 32 (d)).

Then, when a predetermined time (2 seconds in this embodiment) elapses after starting the second part, the process shifts from the second part to the third part. In the third part, after displaying the selected image in which the option as the selection result is selected (in this embodiment, the image showing how the predetermined character selects the option as the selection result) (FIG. 31 (e), (See FIG. 32 (e)), the options determined by the effect lottery are identifiablely displayed as the selection result (see FIGS. 31 (f) and 32 (f)).

In the third part, only the image of the option as the selection result (for example, "WIN" option, etc.) is displayed from the two options displayed in the first part, so that the option as the selection result can be specified. To do. Further, together with the image of the option as the selection result, the specific decorative image that is not displayed in the first part (in this embodiment, the reflection mode image, the specific background image A, and the option as the selection result in the two-choice effect). By displaying the specific background image B) that is displayed when the image is displayed, the option image as the selection result is displayed with more emphasis than when it is displayed as one of a plurality of options in the first part. To do.

In the case of the two-choice effect with UI, the specific decorative image is displayed on the back side of the UI image displayed in the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The specific decorative image is not displayed on the front side of the UI image.

Further, in the third part, the size of the option image as the selection result is displayed larger than the size when it is displayed as one of the two options in the first part, so that the option image as the selection result is displayed. It is displayed with more emphasis than when it was displayed in the first part.

After starting the third part and displaying the options as the selection result identifiable, as the selection result until it is specified that the start operation by the start switch 7 for starting the next game has been performed. It is controlled so that the display of the image of the option of is continued, and when it is specified that the start operation of the next game is performed, the third part is terminated and the two-choice effect is terminated.

[About the production mode of the selection effect including the operation promotion effect]
Next, an effect mode of the selection effect when the "large button" option or the "small button" option suggesting the development of the operation promotion effect is specified as the selection result will be described with reference to FIG. 33.

As shown in FIG. 33 (a), the sub-control unit 91 displays a "large button" option or a "small button" option suggesting that the sub-control unit 91 develops into an operation promotion effect in the first part of the selection effect with UI. , When the "small button" option is identifiablely displayed in the third part, it is controlled to perform the operation promotion effect A as shown in FIG. 33 (b). In the operation promotion effect A, the operation promotion image A is controlled to be displayed on the frontmost side (player side) of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 while maintaining the display of the UI image and the main effect image. The operation promotion image A is composed of a switch image A showing the effect switch 56 which is an object for promoting the operation and a character image A for promoting the operation of the switch (in this embodiment, the character image of "press!"). By displaying the operation promotion image A, the player is encouraged to operate the effect switch 56.

After displaying the operation promotion image A on the liquid crystal display 51, the sub control unit 91 activates the acceptance of the operation by the effect switch 56 and stands by. Then, as shown in FIG. 33 (c), when the operation by the effect switch 56 is detected, the options other than the "large button" option or the "small button" option among the options displayed in the first part are selected. One of these options (the "development" option in FIG. 33 (d)) is being identified as the final option. It should be noted that options other than the options displayed in the first part may be specified as the final options.

On the other hand, when the "large button" option is identifiablely displayed in the third part, the sub control unit 91 controls to perform the operation promotion effect C as shown in FIG. 33 (d). In the operation promotion effect C, the operation promotion image C is controlled to be superimposed on the front side (player side) of the UI image and the main effect image, and the UI image and the main effect image are not displayed, and the liquid crystal display is displayed. The effect is performed using all the areas of the 51 display areas. The operation promotion image C is a switch image C showing the effect switch 56 which is an object for promoting the operation, a character image C for promoting the operation of the switch (in this embodiment, a character image of “press!”), And a background. It is composed of the image C, and by displaying the operation promotion image C, the player is encouraged to operate the effect switch 56.

After displaying the operation promotion image C on the liquid crystal display 51, the sub control unit 91 activates the acceptance of the operation by the effect switch 56 and stands by. Then, as shown in FIG. 33 (e), when the operation by the effect switch 56 is detected, the options other than the "large button" option or the "small button" option among the options displayed in the first part are selected. The "WIN" option, which is one of the options and suggests the winning of a special role, has been identified as the final option. It should be noted that options other than the options displayed in the first part, which suggest the winning of a special role, may be specified as the final options.

Further, when the operation promotion effect A for displaying the operation promotion image A in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is executed while maintaining the display of the UI image in the third part of the selection effect, it is a final option. While options other than "WIN" can be selected, when the operation promotion effect C using the entire display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is executed without displaying the UI image, " The "WIN" option is specified as the final option, and the UI image is not displayed as compared with the case where the operation promotion effect A in which the UI image is maintained in the third part of the selection effect is executed. When the operation promotion effect C using all the display areas is executed, it can be expected that the options advantageous to the player are finally specified.

[Regarding the mode of selection effect with change of options]
Next, an effect mode of the selection effect accompanied by the change of the options will be described with reference to FIG. 34.

As shown in FIG. 34 (a), the sub-control unit 91 is more advantageous to the player than the options initially displayed in at least a part of the options initially displayed in the first part of the selection effect with UI. It is possible to change to an option.

When changing the options, as shown in FIG. 34 (b), the entire display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is used on the frontmost side (player side) of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. An effect image (in this embodiment, an image in which a school of fish moves across a display area) is displayed. As a result, at least one of the image of the options displayed in the first display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 and the UI image and the special effect image displayed in the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The parts are overlapped.

In the state where the special effect image is displayed, the image of the option becomes difficult to see, and the sub-control unit 91 receives a part of the initially displayed options (“development” in FIG. 34A) during this period. Change the options, "chance" options, "?" Options) to options that are more favorable to the player than the initially displayed options (eg, "WIN" options).

After that, the sub-control unit 91 ends the display of the special effect image, so that, as shown in FIG. 34 (c), some of the options displayed before the special effect image is displayed are the special effect. The option is changed to a more advantageous option than the option originally displayed before the image is displayed.

Note that the sub-control unit 91 does not always change the options when the special effect image is displayed in the first part of the selection effect, and does not change the initially displayed options and displays the special effect image. The options may not be changed even if is terminated.

In this way, in the first part of the selection effect for which the selection result has not yet been specified, the options may be changed to more advantageous options than the initially displayed options, so the initially displayed options are relative. Even if it is a disadvantageous option, it can be expected to be changed to a more advantageous option.

When the options are changed, the image of the options displayed in the first display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 and the UI displayed in the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. Since at least a part of the image and the special effect image are overlapped and the options are changed during that time, the options can be changed without any discomfort.

In addition, since the options are changed when the special effect image is displayed, even if the options are not changed, the options are advantageous even if the options are not changed by displaying the special effect image. Can be expected to be changed to.

In this embodiment, when the selection effect option is changed, the special effect image is displayed on the frontmost side (player side) of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, but the special effect image is displayed on the UI. Among the images, the configuration to be displayed between the image of information related to the game (credit image, bet number image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, additional state game number image, additional game number image) and mode suggestion image But it's okay. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the visibility of the image of the information related to the game from being lowered due to the display of the special effect image.

[Continuous production and bonus confirmation notification production]
The continuous effect and the bonus confirmation notification effect performed by the sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 35 to 37.

The main control unit 41 includes special roles 1 to 4 as internal lottery target combinations, and when a special combination (special roles 1 to 4 in this embodiment) is won in the internal lottery, the special winning combination is subsequently won. Specific symbol combinations according to the type of role (for example, "Red 7-Red 7-Red 7", "Blue 7-Blue 7-Blue 7", "Red 7-Red 7-Blue 7", "Blue 7-" (Blue 7-Red 7 "etc.) is stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, 2R, and when the special combination wins, it is controlled to shift to a special state according to the type of the winning special combination. The special state 1 that is transferred with the winning of the special roles 1 and 2 has a higher advantage for the player than the special state 2 that is transferred with the winning of the special roles 3 and 4, and the special state 1 Is terminated when the predetermined end condition 1 is satisfied (in this embodiment, the number of medals paid out exceeds 280), and in the special state 2, the predetermined end condition 2 is satisfied (in this embodiment). Then, the number of medals to be paid out exceeds 100). Further, when the special combination is won in the internal lottery, the main control unit 41 transmits to the sub control unit 91 a command capable of specifying the fact that the special combination has been won and the type of the winning special combination.

On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 specifies that the special combination has been won based on the command received from the main control unit 41, the above-mentioned selection effect (roulette effect, two-choice effect) or , Through a continuous production that suggests the possibility that the special role has been won over a plurality of games, a bonus confirmation notification effect is performed to notify that the special role is controlled to be controlled by winning. The bonus confirmation notification effect is composed of the first stage and the second stage, and notifies that it is confirmed that the special state is controlled in the first stage, and it is confirmed that the control is performed in the second stage. It has come to suggest a type of special condition. In addition, in this embodiment, as an advantageous privilege for the player, the possibility of winning the special role and the effect of notifying that the winning of the special role has been confirmed are illustrated, but the AT state described later may have been won. Or an effect of notifying that the winning of the AT state has been confirmed may be applied.

Specifically, when the sub-control unit 91 is performing the production in the normal production mode (forest stage), it is specified that the special combination has been won based on the command received from the main control unit 41. It is decided whether to notify the winning of the special role by the continuous production or to notify the winning of the special role by the selection production. Then, as shown in FIG. 35 (a), regardless of which one is determined, the selection effect is performed in the next game. At this time, when notifying the winning of a special role in a continuous production, there is a "development" option or a "small button" option that can display the "development" option as a selection result. At least included. On the other hand, when notifying the winning of a special role in the selection effect, the "WIN" option or the "WIN" option can be identifiablely displayed as the selection result, or the "large button" option or "" At least the "small button" option is included.

The sub-control unit 91 controls the selection effect so as to display a UI image related to the effect mode being controlled, except for the case where the selection effect without UI described above is executed. When performing the selection effect while performing the effect at the forest stage), the credit image, the bet number image, the payout number image, and the mode suggestion image A are the second UI images in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. It is displayed in the display area.

As shown in FIG. 35 (b), when the sub-control unit 91 performs the continuous effect, the "development" option is identifiable in the selection effect, and the continuous effect starts from the next game. As shown in FIGS. 35 (c) and 35 (d), the continuous effect is performed in the effect mode related to the effect mode controlled when the continuous effect is started, and the normal effect mode (forest stage) is set. When continuous production is performed while the production is being performed, the production mode related to the normal production mode (forest stage) (for example, a production mode in which the character display mode and the background display mode of the main production image are common). In this embodiment, a continuous production (in this embodiment, a production in which two characters confront each other) is performed. The image or the like of the continuous effect is displayed in the first display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 as the main effect image.

The sub-control unit 91 is designed to display a UI image related to the effect mode being controlled when the continuous effect is being performed, and is performing the effect in the normal effect mode (forest stage). Occasionally, when continuous production is performed, a credit image, a bet number image, a payout number image, and a mode suggestion image A are displayed as UI images in the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

As shown in FIG. 35 (d), in the final game of continuous production (third game in this embodiment), the rotation of all reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is stopped, and the last reel is stopped. When the pressing operation of the stop switch related to the stop operation is completed, the result notification image of the continuous effect is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 as the main effect image to notify whether or not the special combination has been won. In the result notification image of the continuous production performed when the special role is won, the image of the ally character winning in the confrontation and the character image of "WIN" are displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 to notify that the special role has been won. .. Further, when displaying the result notification image, the credit image, the bet number image, the payout number image, and the mode suggestion image A are continuously displayed as UI images in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

As shown in FIG. 35 (e), when the sub-control unit 91 does not perform the continuous effect and the winning of the special combination is notified in the selection effect, the sub-control unit 91 uses the result notification image of the selection effect as the main effect image. It is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 to notify that the special role has been won. In the result notification image of the selection effect performed when the special role is won, the character image of "WIN" (the image of the "WIN" option) is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 to notify that the special role has been won. Further, when displaying the result notification image, the liquid crystal display 51 displays the credit image, the bet number image, the payout number image, and the mode suggestion image A as the UI image, except when the above-mentioned selection effect without UI is executed. It is continuously displayed in the second display area of.

As shown in FIG. 35 (f), an operation of starting the next game after displaying the result notification image of the continuous effect or the selection effect on the liquid crystal display 51 (in a state where a specified number of bets is set). When the operation of the start switch 7) is performed, the bonus confirmation notification effect for notifying that the special combination has been won and the special state is determined to be controlled as a privilege is started.

In the bonus confirmation notification effect, as the first step, a bonus confirmation notification image for notifying that the special state is determined to be controlled as a privilege is displayed from the first display area to the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The bonus confirmation notification image includes a predetermined character image, a background image, and a character image indicating that the control to a special state is confirmed (in this embodiment, a character image of "bonus confirmation", hereinafter, a bonus confirmation character image. In the first stage, the bonus confirmed character image is composed of a predetermined area of the first display area and the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 (in this embodiment, of the second display area). It is displayed in the area where the frame image of the mode suggestion image is displayed).

Further, the sub-control unit 91 continuously displays the credit image, the bet number image, and the payout number image among the UI images in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 when performing the bonus confirmation notification effect. Control so that the mode suggestion image (frame image and message frame image) of the UI image is not displayed. By not displaying the mode suggestion image (frame image and message frame image), the visibility of the bonus confirmation notification image is not deteriorated by the mode suggestion image.

As shown in FIG. 35 (g), the sub-control unit 91 displays the bonus confirmation notification image in the first stage in the bonus confirmation notification effect, and then satisfies the predetermined second stage transition condition (this implementation). In the example, it is a game in which none of the general roles are won in the internal lottery, that is, a game in which the symbol combination of the winning special role can be stopped on the reel), and the bonus confirmation notification effect is second. Control to move to the stage.

In the second stage of the bonus confirmation notification effect, the size of the bonus confirmation character image of the bonus confirmation notification image is reduced and the first predetermined position of the second display area (in this embodiment, the display area of the liquid crystal display 51). Move to the position of the upper left part) and display at the predetermined position. Further, the type of the winning special combination is specified based on the command received from the main control unit 41, and the type of the special state that is determined to be controlled according to the type of the specified special combination is suggested. The type suggestion image (in this embodiment, the image of the symbol combination of the winning special role (“Red 7-Red 7-Red 7”)) is placed at the second position in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 (in this embodiment). , It is a display area above the reel, and is displayed in the position of the portion of the second display area where the frame image of the mode suggestion image is displayed).

Further, the sub-control unit 91 continues the credit image, the bet number image, and the payout number image of the UI images to the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 even when shifting to the second stage of the bonus confirmation notification effect. While displaying the UI image, the mode suggestion image (frame image and message frame image) is controlled not to be displayed. By not displaying the mode suggestion image (frame image and message frame image), the visibility of the bonus confirmation notification image and the type suggestion image is not deteriorated by the mode suggestion image.

After starting the bonus confirmation notification effect and shifting to the second stage, the sub-control unit 91 continues the bonus confirmation notification effect in the second stage until the winning special combination wins a prize. Then, when the special role wins a prize, the start effect suggesting that the special state has been started is performed, and then the effect related to the special state (bonus effect) is controlled (not shown).

In this embodiment, in the bonus confirmation notification effect, the credit image, the bet number image, and the payout number image among the UI images are continued in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 in both the first stage and the second stage. The mode suggestion image (frame image and message frame image) of the UI image is controlled so as not to be displayed. However, as shown in FIGS. 36 (a) and 36 (b), the bonus confirmation notification is provided. In the production, in addition to the mode suggestion image (frame image and message frame image) among the UI images, the credit image, the bet number image, and the payout number image are not displayed in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and are displayed on the liquid crystal display. The bonus confirmation notification image and the type suggestion image may be displayed using both the first display area and the second display area of 51, and with such a configuration, the bonus is confirmed using a wider area. Notification effects can be performed.

Next, an effect mode of the continuous effect when the special combination is not won will be described with reference to FIG. 37.

In the internal lottery performed by the main control unit 41 of this embodiment, a specific combination may be won at the same time as the special combination, and the main control unit 41 draws the internal lottery when the internal lottery is performed. A command that can identify whether or not a specific combination has been won as a lottery result is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. Further, as described above, when a special combination is won in the internal lottery, a command capable of specifying the winning of the special combination and the type of the winning special combination is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 does not specify that the special combination has been won based on the command received from the main control unit 41, but if it is specified that the specific combination has been won, the predetermined game Control to perform continuous production over a number. Then, at the end of the continuous production, a result notification suggesting that the special role has not been won is given.

Specifically, it is not specified that the special role was won based on the command received from the main control unit 41 when performing the production in the normal production mode (forest stage), but the fact that the specific role was won. When is specified, as in the case where a special role is won, a selection effect including a "small button" that can display "development" or "development" as a selection result can be specified. After performing and displaying "development" as a selection result so as to be identifiable, control is performed so that continuous production is performed over a predetermined number of games (3 games in this embodiment).

As shown in FIGS. 37 (a) and 37 (b), even when the sub-control unit 91 performs a continuous effect triggered by the winning of a specific combination, the sub-control unit 91 performs a continuous effect triggered by the winning of a special combination. The continuous production is performed in the production mode related to the production mode that is controlled when the continuous production is started. Then, when the continuous effect is being performed, the UI image related to the effect mode being controlled is controlled to be displayed, and the effect is continuous when the effect is performed in the normal effect mode (forest stage). When performing the effect, the credit image, the bet number image, the payout number image, and the mode suggestion image A are displayed as UI images in the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

As shown in FIG. 37B, in the final game of continuous production (third game in this embodiment), the rotation of all reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is stopped, and the last reel is stopped. When the pressing operation of the stop switch related to the stop operation is completed, the result notification image of the continuous effect is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 as the main effect image to notify whether or not the special combination has been won. In the result notification image of the continuous effect performed when the specific role is won, the image of the ally character losing in the confrontation is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 to notify that the special role has not been won.

As shown in FIGS. 37 (c) to 37 (e), a predetermined time (3 seconds in this embodiment) elapses after the result notification image for notifying that the special combination has not been won is displayed. Therefore, the visibility reduction control is performed to reduce the brightness of the main effect image and reduce the visibility. In the visibility reduction control, a darkened image in which the transparency of the rear side image gradually decreases from the peripheral edge of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 toward the center of the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51 with the passage of time is displayed. By arranging and displaying the blackout image data to be displayed between the image data of the mode suggestion image (frame image and message frame image) and the image data of the main effect image, it is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The visibility (brightness) of the main effect image is controlled so as to be gradually lowered from the peripheral edge of the first display area toward the center of the first display area. In the final stage of the visibility reduction control, by displaying the darkened image, the transmittance of the main effect image displayed in the first display area to the player side is a predetermined value lower than that when the darkened image is not displayed. (10% in this embodiment), and the brightness of the main effect image is lower than the brightness of the UI image.

By arranging and displaying the darkening image data between the image data of the mode suggestion image (frame image and message frame image) and the image data of the main production image by the visibility reduction control, the front side (player) of the darkening image is displayed. The front side image (for example, mode suggestion image, credit image, bet number image, payout number image) arranged on the side) does not change the transparency, brightness, etc., and the visibility of the front side is The back side image (for example, the main effect image) arranged on the back side of the darkening image is displayed via the darkening image while being maintained in the state before the visibility reduction control is performed. Therefore, the brightness is reduced, and the visibility of the back side image is lower than that of the state before the visibility reduction control is performed or the front side image. In this embodiment, the darkened image is arranged and displayed on the front side of the predetermined image to reduce the visibility of the predetermined image. However, the slot machine 1 determines the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. In a configuration including a shielding device having a shielding member capable of shielding an area, a predetermined area is shielded by using the shielding member of the shielding device in a state where a predetermined image is displayed in the predetermined area of the liquid crystal display 51. The configuration may be such that the visibility of the predetermined image from the player side is reduced.

After starting the display of the result notification image of the continuous effect, the sub-control unit 91 performs an operation to start the next game (operation of the start switch 7 in a state where a predetermined number of bets are set). Then, the display of the result notification image is terminated, and the production of the next game is controlled to start.

Even when the sub-control unit 91 of the present embodiment is controlled to an effect mode other than the above-mentioned normal effect mode (forest stage), the effect is controlled by satisfying the execution condition of the continuous effect. It is possible to perform continuous production in a production mode according to the mode, and even if continuous production is performed while controlling to any production mode, continuous production is performed in the normal production mode (forest stage) as described above. Similar to the case of performing the effect, the UI image relating to the controlled effect mode is displayed in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the continuous effect is performed using the first display area.

[About AT status production and AT status result notification production]
The AT state effect and the AT state result notification effect performed by the sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 38 and 39.

In a game in which the control state related to AT is controlled to a normal state, the main control unit 41 performs an AT lottery by winning an AT lottery target combination in an internal lottery, and when the AT lottery is won, then , When the condition for shifting to the predetermined AT state is satisfied (in this embodiment, after winning the AT lottery, the specific symbol combination corresponding to the winning AT state stops on the reel), the control state related to AT is changed. Shift to AT state. Then, when the end condition of the AT state is satisfied (in this embodiment, the end condition of the advantageous section is satisfied, or the number of AT games becomes 0 before the end condition of the advantageous section is satisfied). , Controls to end the AT state and shift to the normal state. Further, a command capable of specifying the number of remaining AT games in each game is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. Further, in a game in which the end condition of the AT state is satisfied, a command capable of specifying that the end condition is satisfied is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 is in the AT state on the main control unit 41 side when it is specified that the number of remaining AT games is 1 or more based on the command received from the main control unit 41. When it is controlled to, the effect is performed in the AT state effect mode. Then, at the end of the game in which it is specified that the end condition of the AT state is satisfied, a continuation suggestion effect is performed, and if the AT state does not continue thereafter, the AT state result that notifies the result of the game in the AT state. Control to perform a notification effect.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 38 (a), in the effect in the AT state effect mode, the liquid crystal display 51 displays an image based on the display data created by arranging the image data 1 to 5 as described above. A UI image including a credit image, a bet number image, a payout number image, an AT game number image, a net increase number image, and a mode suggestion image C (frame image and message frame image) is displayed in the second display area. At the same time, the AT state effect image corresponding to the AT state based on the image data 6 is displayed in the first display area. Further, when the navigation target combination is won by the internal lottery and the navigation notification is performed on the main control unit 41 side, the navigation image suggesting the operation mode notified by the navigation notification (in this embodiment, the operation mode is used. The suggested "312" image) is displayed on the front side (player side) of the UI image, while the image based on the image data 4 is controlled to be hidden, and the operation mode notified by the navigation notification is displayed on the liquid crystal display. The navigation effect suggested by using the vessel 51 is performed.

As shown in FIG. 38B, at the end of the game in which it is specified that the AT state end condition is satisfied based on the command received from the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 has all the reels 2L. When the rotation of 2C and 2R is stopped and the pressing operation of the stop switch related to the third stop operation for stopping the last reel is completed, the options of "continue" and "end" are displayed, and one of them is displayed. By displaying the options of the above as a selection result so as to be identifiable, a continuation suggestion effect for notifying whether or not the AT state continues is executed.

The sub-control unit 91 first starts the first part when executing the continuation suggestion effect. In the first part, as shown in FIG. 38 (b), the first part image in which the options of "continue" and "end" are displayed in the first display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is mainly produced. Display as an image. At this time, a UI image including a credit image, a bet number image, a payout number image, an AT game number image, a net increase number image, and a mode suggestion image C (frame image and message frame image) is displayed in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51. While displaying the image, the continuous suggestion effect is performed using the first display area.

Here, the options of "continue" and "end" are displayed as the first part image, but when it is decided to continue the AT state, "continue" is displayed as the first part image. You may want to display only the options of.

The sub-control unit 91 shifts from the first part to the second part when a predetermined time elapses after the start of the first part. As shown in FIG. 38 (c), in the second part, a whiteout image is displayed in the entire first display area of the liquid crystal display 51 in which images of a plurality of options are displayed in the first part. , Control so that the image of any of the options displayed in the first part is not displayed.

Then, when a predetermined time (2 seconds in this embodiment) elapses after starting the second part, the process shifts from the second part to the third part. In the third part, a selection image in which the option as the selection result is selected (in the present embodiment, an image showing how a predetermined character selects the option as the selection result) is displayed (FIGS. 38 (d), 38). See (e)). After that, when the continuation condition of the AT state is satisfied and the AT state continues, as shown in FIG. 38 (f), among the "continuation" and "end" options displayed in the first part. By displaying only the option image as the selection result (the image of the "continue" option), the option as the selection result can be displayed in a identifiable manner. Further, by displaying the specific decorative image (reflection mode image, specific background image A in this embodiment) that is not displayed in the first part together with the image of the option as the selection result, the selection result can be obtained. The option image is displayed with more emphasis than when it is displayed as one of a plurality of options in the first part.

The specific decorative image is displayed on the back side of the UI image displayed in the second display area of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the specific decorative image is displayed on the front side of the UI image. It does not overlap and is not displayed.

Further, in the third part, the size of the option image as the selection result is displayed larger than the size when it is displayed as one of the plurality of options in the first part, so that the option image as the selection result is displayed. It is displayed with more emphasis than when it was displayed in the first part.

On the other hand, when the continuation condition of the AT state is not satisfied and the AT state ends, the selected image in which the option as the selection result is specified is not emphasized by the size change or the specific decorative image. , As shown in FIG. 39 (a), a predetermined time (3 seconds in this embodiment) has elapsed after displaying the selected image (the image of the “end” option) in which the option as the selection result is specified. By doing so, the visibility reduction control is performed to reduce the brightness of the main effect image and reduce the visibility. In the visibility reduction control, a darkened image in which the transparency of the rear side image gradually decreases from the peripheral edge of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 toward the center of the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51 with the passage of time is displayed. By arranging and displaying the blackout image data for this purpose between the image data of the mode suggestion image (frame image and message frame image) and the image data of the main effect image, the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is displayed. The visibility (brightness) of the displayed main effect image is controlled so as to be gradually lowered from the peripheral edge of the first display area toward the center of the first display area. In the final stage of the visibility reduction control, by displaying the darkened image, the transmittance of the main effect image displayed in the first display area to the player side is a predetermined value lower than that when the darkened image is not displayed. (10% in this embodiment), and the brightness of the main effect image is lower than the brightness of the UI image.

After that, as shown in FIG. 39B, a white image (an image having a white aspect and zero transmittance) is displayed on the frontmost side (player side) of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. Display over the display area and the second display area. As a result, neither the display area UI image of the liquid crystal display 51 nor the main effect image is temporarily displayed.

As shown in FIG. 39 (c), when the continuation condition of the AT state is not satisfied and the AT state ends, a white image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 for a predetermined time (in this embodiment). , 0.5 seconds), control is performed so that the AT state result notification effect is started.

In the AT state result notification effect, the UI image related to the AT state is controlled so as not to be displayed, and the AT state result notification image for notifying the result of the game in the AT state is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. The AT state result notification image is a game result character image (in this embodiment, "TOTAL 1536 sheets 512 games") showing the result of the game in the AT state (the net increase in the number of medals in the AT state, the number of games controlled in the AT state). Character image), a predetermined character image, a background image, and an end condition establishment suggestion image suggesting that the advantageous section and the AT state have been terminated by satisfying the end condition of the advantageous section (in this embodiment, the "advantageous section game". The number has reached the upper limit (1500 games). "The right to notify navigation has been initialized." Character image and frame image surrounding the character image), immersive prevention image (in this example, "Pachislot is a play that you can enjoy moderately." It is composed of the character image of "Be careful not to get stuck" and the frame image that surrounds the character image).

The game result character image, the predetermined character image, the background image, the end condition establishment suggestion image, and the entanglement prevention image are each displayed based on one image data, and the sub-control unit 91 is displayed on each image data. By arranging each of the based images in the order of the end condition establishment suggestion image, the immersive prevention image, the game result character image, the predetermined character image, and the background image, with the end condition establishment suggestion image as the frontmost side (player side). The AT state result notification image is controlled to be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

Further, when displaying the AT state result notification image, the sub-control unit 91 does not display the end condition establishment suggestion image if the end condition of the advantageous section is not satisfied, which is advantageous as the end condition of the advantageous section. When it is established that the number of section games reaches the upper limit, the end condition establishment suggestion image 1 suggesting the establishment of the end condition is displayed, and the net increase in the number of medals exceeds the specified number as the end condition of the advantageous section. When that is satisfied, control is performed so that the end condition establishment suggestion image 2 suggesting the establishment of the end condition is displayed.

Further, when the sub-control unit 91 displays the AT state result notification image, the entanglement prevention image is displayed until at least a specific time (3 seconds in this embodiment) elapses after the display of the entanglement prevention image is started. Is controlled so as to continue the display of the image, and even if the display of the AT status result notification image is terminated before the specific time elapses, the display of the immersive prevention image is displayed after the specific time elapses. Continue until you do.

As shown in FIG. 39 (d), an operation for starting the next game after a predetermined time has elapsed after starting the AT state result notification effect (a start switch in a state where a specified number of bets are set). When the operation (7) is performed, the display of the predetermined character image and the background image of the AT state result notification image is continued, while the display of the game result character image, the end condition establishment suggestion image, and the immersive prevention image is finished. Control to let. In addition, the effect mode is shifted from the AT state effect mode to the normal effect mode (forest stage), and the credit image, the bet number image, and the payout number image among the UI images related to the normal effect mode (forest stage) are notified of the AT state result. It is controlled so that it is displayed on the front side (player side) of the image.

Then, as shown in FIG. 39 (e), after displaying the credit image, the bet number image, and the payout number image among the UI images related to the normal production mode (forest stage) on the liquid crystal display 51, a predetermined time (this implementation). In the example, when 0.5 seconds have passed, the mode suggestion image A (frame image and message frame image) of the UI images is displayed as the AT state result notification image and the UI image (credit image, bet number) displayed first. It is displayed between the image and the number of images to be paid out), and as time passes, the black color has a transparency of 0% stepwise from the peripheral edge of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 toward the center of the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The image data of the stage switching image in which the image is displayed and the transparency of the back side image changes to 0% is arranged and displayed between the image data of the mode suggestion image A and the image data of the AT state result notification image. Control. As a result, all the UI images related to the normal effect mode (forest stage) are displayed, and the stage switching image is displayed with the predetermined character image and background image of the AT state result notification image displayed on the back side of the UI image. Then, with the passage of time, the visibility of the AT state result notification image is gradually reduced from the peripheral edge of the first display area toward the center of the first display area, and finally the entire first display area is displayed. A black image having a transparency of 0% is displayed in the area, and the AT state result notification image is hidden from the player's side. By gradually reducing the visibility of the AT state result notification image, it is suggested that the AT state is terminated while leaving the afterglow of the AT state, and the mode shifts from the AT state effect mode to the normal effect mode.

As shown in FIG. 39 (f), after a predetermined time has passed after displaying the stage switching image on the front side (player side) of the AT state result notification image, the transparency is 0 in the entire area of the first display area. After the black image of% is displayed and all of the AT status result notification images cannot be seen from the player side, the display of the AT status result notification image is terminated, and the normal production related to the normal production mode (forest stage) is performed. Controls the image to be displayed on the back side of the UI image. As a result, the AT state result notification effect is completely terminated, all the images constituting the effect screen related to the normal effect mode (forest stage) are displayed, and the effect related to the normal effect mode (forest stage) is started. Become.

[About privilege grant suggestion production 1]
The privilege grant suggestion effect 1 performed by the sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment at the end of the game will be described with reference to FIGS. 40 and 41.

The main control unit 41 can be controlled to a special state as a privilege by winning a special combination in an internal lottery and winning the special combination. In addition, when the control state related to AT is controlled to the normal state, the AT lottery target combination is won in the internal lottery to perform the AT lottery, and by winning the AT lottery, the AT state is controlled as a privilege. It is possible. In addition, when the control state related to AT is controlled to the AT state, the additional state transition lottery target combination is won in the internal lottery, so that the additional state transition lottery is performed and the additional state transition lottery is won. It is possible to control the additional state. Further, when the internal lottery is performed, the main control unit 41 subsubscribes a command capable of identifying whether or not a special combination, an AT lottery target combination, or an additional state transition target combination is won as the lottery result of the internal lottery. It is transmitted to the control unit 91. Further, when the AT lottery or the additional state transition lottery is performed, a command capable of specifying the lottery result of the lottery is transmitted to the sub control unit 91.

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 can perform the privilege grant suggestion effect 1 suggesting the possibility that the privilege is given on the main control unit 41 side, and the privilege grant suggestion effect 1 is performed in each game. A privilege grant suggestion effect lottery that determines whether or not to perform the effect and the type of effect when the effect is performed is performed, and the privilege grant suggestion effect 1 of the type determined by winning the lottery is performed at the end of the game. To control.

The privilege grant suggestion effect is composed of the first stage and the second stage. In the first stage, an operation promotion effect that promotes the operation of the effect switch 56 is performed, and in the second stage, the privilege is given by the color of the effect image. Perform a color effect that suggests the possibility of being given.

The operation promotion effect includes operation promotion effects A to C having different production modes, and the operation promotion effect A and the operation promotion effect B have not been confirmed to have the privilege even when the privilege has been confirmed. Although it may be executed at times, the operation promotion effect B is won in the additional state transition lottery when the grant of the privilege is confirmed, that is, when the special role is won, when the AT lottery is won, and when the AT lottery is won. When it is done, it is executed at a higher rate than the operation promotion effect A. On the other hand, the operation promotion effect A is executed at a higher rate than the operation promotion effect B when the grant of the privilege is not confirmed. Further, the operation promotion effect C may be executed only when the grant of the privilege is confirmed, but the ratio of the operation promotion effect C to be executed is lower than that of the operation promotion effect A and the operation promotion effect B. That is, the degree of expectation that the privilege suggested by the execution of the operation promotion effect B is given is higher than the degree of expectation suggested by the execution of the operation promotion effect A. It has become. Further, it is suggested that the privilege is given by executing the operation promotion effect C.

The color effects include color effects A to D in which the production modes (particularly colors) are different from each other, and the color effects A to C include when the privilege grant is confirmed but when the privilege grant is not confirmed. However, when the privilege grant is confirmed, that is, when the special role is won, when the AT lottery is won, or when the additional state transition lottery is won, the color production B is executed. , It is designed to be executed at a higher rate than the color effect A. Further, the color effect C is executed at a higher rate than the color effect B when the grant of the privilege is confirmed. The color effect D may be executed only when the grant of the privilege is confirmed, but the ratio of the color effect D to be executed is lower than that of the color effects A to C.

As shown in FIG. 40 (a), for example, the sub control unit 91 controls to perform the effect in the AT state effect mode when the main control unit 41 is controlled to the AT state. At this time, a UI image (credit image, bet number image, payout number image, mode suggestion image, AT game number image, net increase number image) is displayed in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the main effect image related to the AT state is displayed. Is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51. Then, a privilege grant suggestion effect lottery is performed in each game, and control is performed so that the privilege grant suggestion effect of the type determined by winning the lottery is performed at the end of the game.

As shown in FIG. 40 (b), when it is decided to perform the operation promotion effect A in the privilege grant suggestion effect lottery, the rotation of all reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is stopped in the game, and the last When the pressing operation of the stop switch related to the third stop operation for stopping the reel of No. 3 is completed, the operation promotion effect A is controlled to be performed. In the operation promotion effect A, the operation promotion image A is displayed on the frontmost side (player side) of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 while maintaining the display of the UI image and the main effect image related to the AT state effect mode. Control. The operation promotion image A is composed of a switch image A showing the effect switch 56 which is an object for promoting the operation and a character image B for promoting the operation of the switch (in this embodiment, a character image of "press!"). By displaying the operation promotion image A, the player is encouraged to operate the effect switch 56.

As shown in FIG. 40 (c), when it is decided to perform the operation promotion effect B in the privilege grant suggestion effect lottery, the rotations of all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped at the end in the game. When the pressing operation of the stop switch related to the third stop operation for stopping the reel of No. 3 is completed, the operation promotion effect B is controlled to be performed. In the operation promotion effect B, the operation promotion image B is superimposed and displayed between the credit image, the bet number image, the payout number image, the AT game number image, the net increase number image, and the mode suggestion image among the UI images related to the AT state effect mode. While maintaining the display of the credit image, the bet number image, the payout number image, the AT game number image, and the net increase number image among the UI images, the mode suggestion image and the main production image among the UI images are displayed. Do not let it. The operation promotion image B is a switch image B showing the effect switch 56 which is an object for promoting the operation, a character image B for promoting the operation of the switch (in this embodiment, a character image of “press!”), And a background. It is composed of the image B, and by displaying the operation promotion image B, the player is encouraged to operate the effect switch 56.

As shown in FIG. 40 (d), when it is decided to perform the operation promotion effect C in the privilege grant suggestion effect lottery, the rotation of all reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is stopped in the game, and the last When the pressing operation of the stop switch related to the third stop operation for stopping the reel of No. 3 is completed, the operation promotion effect C is controlled to be performed. In the operation promotion effect C, the operation promotion image C is controlled to be superimposed on the front side (player side) of the UI image and the main effect image related to the AT state effect mode, and the UI image and the main effect image are displayed. Instead, the effect is performed using the entire display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The operation promotion image C is a switch image C showing the effect switch 56 which is an object for promoting the operation, a character image C for promoting the operation of the switch (in this embodiment, a character image of “press!”), And a background. It is composed of the image C, and by displaying the operation promotion image C, the player is encouraged to operate the effect switch 56.

After displaying the operation promotion images A to C on the liquid crystal display 51, the sub control unit 91 activates the acceptance of the operation by the effect switch 56 and stands by. Then, when it is determined in the privilege grant suggestion effect lottery that any of the color effects A to D is to be performed by detecting the operation by the effect switch 56, after the operation promotion effect is terminated, the operation is promoted. Perform the determined color effects A to D. On the other hand, if it is not decided in the privilege grant suggestion effect lottery that any of the color effects A to D is to be performed, the effect in the effect mode before the operation promotion effect is started is continued after the operation promotion effect is ended. Control to let.

As shown in FIG. 41 (a), when it is decided to perform the color effect A in the privilege grant suggestion effect lottery, the operation by the effect switch 56 is detected after the operation request effect is completed. , Control to perform color effect A. In the color effect A, the color image A is controlled to be displayed between the mode suggestion image and the main effect image of the UI image, and the color image A is displayed while maintaining the display of the UI image related to the AT state effect mode. .. The color effect A is composed of a predetermined character image and a background image (an image having a yellow aspect including only yellowish colors), and when the color image A is displayed, a privilege (controlled to an additional state) is given. It is suggested that it is unlikely that it has been done.

As shown in FIG. 41 (b), when it is decided to perform the color effect B in the privilege grant suggestion effect lottery, the operation by the effect switch 56 is detected after the operation request effect is completed. , Control to perform color effect B. In the color effect B, as in the color effect A, the color image B is controlled to be displayed between the mode suggestion image and the main effect image of the UI image, and the display of the UI image related to the AT state effect mode is maintained. , The color image B is displayed. The color effect B is composed of a predetermined character image and a background image (an image having a green aspect including only greenish colors), and by displaying the color image B, a comparison is made when the color image A is displayed. It is suggested that there is a high possibility that a privilege (controlled to an additional state) is given.

As shown in FIG. 41 (c), when it is decided to perform the color effect C in the privilege grant suggestion effect lottery, the operation by the effect switch 56 is detected after the operation request effect is completed. , Control to perform color effect C. In the color effect C, as in the color effect A, the color image C is controlled to be displayed between the mode suggestion image and the main effect image of the UI image, and the display of the UI image related to the AT state effect mode is maintained. , The color image C is displayed. The color effect C is composed of a predetermined character image and a background image (an image in a red aspect containing only red-based colors), and by displaying the color image C, a comparison is made when the color image B is displayed. It is suggested that there is a high possibility that a privilege (controlled to an additional state) is given.

As shown in FIG. 41 (d), when it is decided to perform the color effect D in the privilege grant suggestion effect lottery, the operation by the effect switch 56 is detected after the operation request effect is completed. , Control to perform color effect D. In the color effect D, unlike the color effects A to C, the UI image and the UI image related to the AT state effect mode are controlled so that the color image D is displayed on the front side (player side) of the UI image and the main effect image. The color image D is displayed using the entire display area of the liquid crystal display 51 without displaying the main effect image. The color effect D is composed of a predetermined character image and a background image (an image in a rainbow mode including a plurality of colors), and when the color image D is displayed, a privilege (controlled to an additional state) is given. It is suggested that it has been confirmed.

[About privilege grant suggestion production 2]
The privilege grant suggestion effect 2 performed by the sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment at the end of the game will be described with reference to FIG. 42.

The sub control unit 91 can perform the privilege grant suggestion effect 2 suggesting the possibility that the privilege is given on the main control unit 41 side, and determines whether or not to perform the privilege grant suggestion effect 2 in each game. The privilege grant suggestion effect lottery to be determined is performed, and by winning the lottery, the privilege grant suggestion effect 2 is controlled to be performed at the start of the game. In the privilege grant suggestion effect lottery, when the privilege grant is confirmed, it is decided to perform the privilege grant suggestion effect 2 at a higher rate than when the privilege grant is not confirmed. There is. Further, in the privilege grant suggestion effect lottery, the frequency at which the privilege grant suggestion effect 2 is executed is lower than the frequency at which the chance suggestion effect described later is executed, and the time when the privilege suggestion effect 2 is executed will be described later. The decision to perform the privilege giving suggestion effect 2 is made so that the possibility that the privilege is given is higher than when the chance suggestion effect is executed.

In the privilege grant suggestion effect 2, it is suggested that a privilege may be granted by displaying a special effect image using the entire display area of the liquid crystal display 51 on the frontmost side (player side) of the display area. To do. The special effect image includes an image of a display mode different depending on the controlled effect mode, and an image of the display mode corresponding to the controlled effect mode is selected and used.

As shown in FIG. 42 (a), for example, in a game controlled in the normal effect mode (underwater stage), when it is decided to perform the privilege grant suggestion effect 2, it is shown in FIG. 42 (b). As described above, at the start of the game, that is, immediately after the start switch 7 for starting the game is operated and the rotations of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are started, the privilege grant suggestion effect 2 is started. In the privilege grant suggestion effect 2 regarding the normal effect mode (underwater stage), as shown in FIGS. 42 (b) and 42 (c), the school of fish displays the display area as a special effect image using the entire display area of the liquid crystal display 51. It is suggested that the privilege may be given by displaying the image moving so as to cross the front side (player side) of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

In the privilege grant suggestion effect 2, the display of the UI image and the main effect image related to the controlled effect mode is maintained by displaying the special effect image on the frontmost side (player side) of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. At the same time, since the special effect image is displayed, the UI image and the main effect image may overlap with at least a part of the special effect image.

In this embodiment, in the privilege grant suggestion effect 2, the special effect image is displayed on the frontmost side (player side) of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, but the special effect image is among the UI images. It may be configured to be displayed between an image of information related to the game (credit image, bet number image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, additional state game number image, additional game number image) and a mode suggestion image. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the visibility of the image of the information related to the game from being lowered due to the display of the special effect image.

[About chance suggestion production]
The chance suggestion effect performed by the sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 43.

The sub-control unit 91 can perform a chance suggestion effect suggesting that the situation may be advantageous for the player, and performs a chance suggestion effect lottery to determine whether or not to perform the chance suggestion effect in each game. , Control to produce a chance suggestion by winning the lottery. In the chance suggestion production lottery, when the player is in an advantageous state, for example, when a specific role that may be won at the same time as a special role is won in the internal lottery, or when the AT lottery target role is won in the internal lottery. , When the winning combination in the additional state transition lottery is won in the internal lottery, when the predetermined combination in which the number of medals to be paid out is larger than the specified number of bets is won in the internal lottery, the privilege (controlled to a special state) , Being controlled in the AT state, being controlled in the additional state), etc., it is said that the chance suggestion effect will be performed at a higher rate than when it is not in an advantageous state for the player. It is supposed to be decided.

In the chance suggestion effect, the effect is performed in an effect mode corresponding to the effect mode controlled when the chance suggestion effect is performed, and at least one of the mode suggestion images of the UI image related to the controlled effect mode. It is designed to use the club.

As shown in FIG. 43A, in the chance suggestion effect performed when the normal effect mode (forest stage) is controlled, the chance suggestion image A is displayed on the front side of the mode suggestion image A. In the chance suggestion image A, a predetermined character image (small animal in this embodiment) moving on the mode suggestion image is displayed, and a part of the mode suggestion image is used in a situation advantageous for the player. Perform a production that suggests a certain possibility.

As shown in FIG. 43B, in the chance suggestion effect performed when the normal effect mode (underwater stage) is controlled, the chance suggestion image B is displayed on the front side of the mode suggestion image B. In the chance suggestion image B, a predetermined character (small animal in this embodiment) that jumps out from a predetermined position of the mode suggestion image is displayed, and a part of the mode suggestion image is used in a situation advantageous for the player. Perform a production that suggests a certain possibility.

[Example of production flow]
An example of the flow of the effect performed by the sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 44 and 45.

As described above, the sub control unit 91 has an effect corresponding to the effect mode according to the control state of the AT controlled by the main control unit 41 (normal effect (forest mode), normal effect (underwater mode), AT state effect, It is possible to perform an effect including an additional state effect), an operation promotion effect, a color effect, a privilege giving suggestion effect 2, and a chance suggestion effect.

For example, as shown in FIGS. 44A and 44B, the sub-control unit 91 is performing a normal production (forest stage) (predetermined mode suggestion image, credit image, bet number image, payout image, and starring). When the start switch 7 to start the next game is operated while the output image is displayed) and a specific role that may be won at the same time as a special role is won in the internal lottery in the game, A start-time effect lottery is performed to determine whether or not to perform the start-time effect to be performed at the start of the game, and the type of the start-time effect to be performed. In the start production lottery, when it is decided to grant the privilege (in this embodiment, being controlled to the special state, being controlled to the AT state, being controlled to the additional state), the privilege is given. It is decided to perform the effect at the start at a higher rate than when the grant has not been decided. In addition, the sub-control unit 91 performs a start-time production lottery when a lottery target combination (specific combination in this embodiment) is won in the internal lottery regardless of the effect mode being controlled. , The start effect can be performed regardless of the controlled effect mode.

Then, by winning the start effect, as shown in FIGS. 44 (b) and 44 (c), when the start operation of the game is performed, the start effect (for example, the color image D is used as a cut-in). The effect of displaying) is performed. In the start-up effect, the mode suggestion image of the UI images is not displayed, while the credit image, the bet number image, and the payout number image are displayed, and the predetermined image (color image D in this embodiment) is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. It is controlled to display over the first display area and the second display area of. Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (c), the display of the predetermined image is continued until the end of the game, and the operation for starting the next game of the game is performed to end the effect at the start. Control to return to the normal production (forest stage) that was performed before the start production.

In this embodiment, the start effect is such that after the predetermined image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 at the start of the game, the display of the predetermined image is continued until the end of the game. Is that a predetermined end condition (for example, a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) elapses after the predetermined image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 at the start of the game, and the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R are operated. The display of the predetermined image may be terminated when the "what is done, etc." is established.

Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (d), a continuous production suggestion image suggesting that continuous production is performed in a game in which a predetermined number of games (for example, 3 games, etc.) have passed since the game in which the start production was performed. (In this embodiment, the character image of "development!" Displayed in the message frame image of the UI image) is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (e), after displaying the continuous effect suggestion image, when the next game is started, the continuous effect is performed over a predetermined number of games. In addition, when starting the continuous effect, an operation promotion effect lottery is performed to determine whether or not to perform the operation promotion effect at the end of the continuous effect and, if the operation promotion effect is performed, the type thereof. In the operation promotion effect lottery, when it is decided to give a privilege (in this embodiment, being controlled to a special state, being controlled to an AT state, being controlled to an additional state), the privilege is given. The decision to perform the operation promotion effect is made at a higher rate than when the grant of is not decided. In addition, the sub-control unit 91 is designed to perform an operation promotion effect lottery when performing a continuous effect regardless of the controlled effect mode, and the operation promotion effect can be performed regardless of the controlled effect mode. Can be done.

Then, when the operation promotion effect lottery is won, as shown in FIG. 44 (f), when the operation of the stop switch for stopping the rotation of the last reel in the final game of the continuous effect is completed, Control to perform operation promotion effect. In the operation promotion effect, an operation promotion effect of the type determined by the operation promotion effect lottery (for example, operation promotion effect C) is performed, and an operation promotion image corresponding to the operation promotion effect is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. In this state, it waits until the effect switch 56 is operated.

Then, as shown in FIG. 45 (a), when the operation promotion switch 56 is operated while the operation promotion image is displayed, the operation promotion effect is ended, the continuous effect is returned, and the UI image is displayed. At the same time, a result notification image showing the result of the continuous production is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 as the main production image to notify whether or not the privilege is given.

Then, as shown in FIGS. 45 (b) and 45 (c), when a special role has been won as a privilege and it is decided to control to a special state, a bonus confirmation notification effect is produced when the next game is started. Start and notify that the benefit has been confirmed. Then, when the predetermined second stage transition condition is satisfied, the transition to the second stage is performed and the type suggestion image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, suggesting the type of the special state that is confirmed to be controlled. .. After that, when the winning special role wins a prize, the production related to the special state will be started.

[Action effect 1]
As a conventional slot machine, an irradiation means such as a lamp for irradiating a reel is provided, irradiation by the irradiation means is stopped during the demonstration, and then when a bet number is set, according to the set bet number. There are configurations that have different irradiation modes depending on the irradiation means. In such a configuration, when the number of bets is set in a state where the reel is not irradiated by the irradiation means, the irradiation mode differs according to the set number of bets, which is a processing burden.

On the other hand, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes reels 2L, 2C, and 2R capable of variablely displaying a plurality of types of symbols that can be identified by each, and stops the variable display of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R. The symbol combination is derived in the above, and a prize can be generated according to the derived symbol combination. The reel LED 55 that irradiates the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, the sub control unit 91 that controls the reel LED 55, and the game. When the player detects the insertion of medals from the medal insertion unit 4 based on the output of the insertion medal sensor, or when the player operates the MAXBET switch 6, the bet number setting operation is performed. It is configured to include a main control unit 41 capable of setting the number of bets when a bet is played. Further, the sub-control unit 91 can control the lighting mode of the reel LED 55 to a lighting state (low brightness, high brightness) in which the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are irradiated, and is in a non-gambling state in which the game is not played (low brightness, high brightness). After the game is completed, the number of bets is not set, and in the state after a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) has elapsed (non-game state 2)), the lighting mode of the reel LED 55 is set to the reel. It is possible to control the non-lighting state in which 2L, 2C, and 2R are not irradiated, and during the period in which the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lighting state, the player's insertion of a medal is detected on the main control unit 41 side. Therefore, even when the number of bets is set and the number of bets is less than the specified number (3 in this embodiment) that can start the game, the main control unit 41 is in the period of controlling the non-lighting state. The bet number is set by the player's MAXBET switch 6 on the side, and the bet number is set to the specified number (3 in this embodiment), which is a common mode. The structure is such that the reel LED 55 is controlled to be lit by the brightness.

According to this configuration, when the sub-control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 to the non-lighting state in the non-gaming state, the bet number is set by detecting the insertion of medals by the player thereafter. Even when the number of bets that can start the game is less than the specified number of bets, the bet number is set by the player's MAXBET switch 6 during the non-lighting state, and the game is set. Since the reel LED 55 is controlled to be lit with a common low brightness even when the number of bets is a predetermined number that can be started, the control load by the sub control unit 91 can be reduced.

In this embodiment, the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in a lit state to irradiate the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the rear toward the front side (player side). However, the reels 2L and 2C are configured. 2R may be irradiated from the front side (player side).

Further, in the present embodiment, after the end of one game, the state in which the bet number is not set is set to the non-gaming state, but after the end of one game, the bet number is set but the bet number is set. The state in which the number of bets is less than the specified number that can start the game may be set as the non-gaming state, or after the end of one game, the specified number of bets is set and the start switch 7 is operated, so that the next The state until the game is started may be a non-gambling state.

Further, in the present embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 is a non-game in the non-game state in which the game is not played, and after a predetermined time elapses in a state where the bet number is not set after the end of one game. The reel LED 55 is controlled to be in the non-lighting state when the non-gambling state 2 is in the middle state, but the sub-control unit 91 is in the non-gaming state in which the game is not being played, and then is controlled. A configuration in which the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in a non-lighting state when a predetermined condition is satisfied, for example, a non-gambling state is provided on condition that a settlement process for settlement of medals stored in credits is performed as a predetermined condition. After that, the reel LED 55 may be controlled to be in a non-lighting state when the predetermined condition is satisfied.

The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment has a main control unit 41 that controls an advantageous section that is advantageous to the player, an advantageous section notification LED 12a that notifies that the slot machine 1 is controlled in an advantageous section, and a medal given to the player. A game auxiliary display 12 for displaying the number of payouts is provided, and when the main control unit 41 controls in an advantageous section, a predetermined condition (after the end of one game, the number of bets is not set) in a non-game state. When a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) is established, the display of the number of medals to be paid out by the game auxiliary display 12 is terminated, but the advantageous section notification LED 12a is controlled to the advantageous section. It is a configuration that continues to notify that there is.

According to this configuration, when the predetermined condition is satisfied in the non-game state, the display of the number of medals to be paid out by the game auxiliary display 12 ends, so that it is possible to suppress the consumption of extra power, but it is an advantageous section. Since the notification to the effect that the control is performed in the advantageous section by the notification LED continues, the player can be motivated to play the next game.

The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment has a front door 1b that can be opened and closed with respect to the housing 1a of the slot machine 1 and a lighting state (low brightness, high brightness) in which the reel LEDs 55 are irradiated with the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R. The sub-control unit 91 is provided with a sub-control unit 91 that can be controlled by the reel LED 55 in the non-game state 2 of the non-game in-game states in which the game is not played. It is possible to control the reel LED 55 to the lit state, and when the front door 1b is opened when the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lit state, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lit state (high brightness).

According to this configuration, even when the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in the non-lighting state, when the front door 1b is opened, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting mode (high brightness), so that the reel 2L, It is easy to check the combination of symbols stopped at 2C and 2R, it is easy to recognize that the front door 1b has been opened, and it is further provided inside the slot machine 1 (for example, inside the front door 1b). The medal selector 29, the set value display 24, etc.) are also easy to check.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment has a front door 1b that can be opened and closed with respect to the housing 1a of the slot machine 1, and a lighting state (low brightness, high brightness) in which the reel LEDs 55 are irradiated with the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R. The sub-control unit 91 is provided with a controllable sub-control unit 91, and the sub-control unit 91 is brighter than the lighting state (low brightness) that is controlled when the front door 1b is opened and the front door 1b is not opened. The structure is such that the reel LED 55 is controlled in a lighting state (high brightness).

According to this configuration, it becomes easier to confirm the symbol combination stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R when the front door 1b is opened, and it is more recognized from the surroundings that the front door 1b is opened. Further, it becomes easier to check the inside of the slot machine 1 (for example, the medal selector 29 and the set value display 24 provided inside the front door 1b).

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment has a main control unit 41 that can control an error state that disables the progress of the game, and a lighting state (low brightness, high brightness) in which the reel LEDs 55 are irradiated with reels 2L, 2C, and 2R. The sub-control unit 91 is provided with a sub-control unit 91 that can control the reel LED 55, and the sub-control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 to an error state when the main control unit 41 controls the reel LED 55 to a non-lighting state. It is configured to control the lighting state (high brightness).

According to this configuration, even if the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in the non-lighting state, it is controlled to the lighting state when it is controlled to the error state. Therefore, when an error occurs, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped. It is easier to check the combination of symbols and it is easier to recognize that an error has occurred.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment has a main control unit 41 that can control an error state that disables the progress of the game, and a lighting state (low brightness, high brightness) in which the reel LEDs 55 are irradiated with reels 2L, 2C, and 2R. The sub-control unit 91 is provided with a controllable sub-control unit 91, and the sub-control unit 91 is brighter than the lighting state (low brightness) that is controlled when the error state is controlled and is not controlled by the error state (low brightness). The reel LED 55 is controlled to (high brightness).

According to this configuration, it becomes easier to confirm the symbol combination stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R when an error occurs, and it becomes easier to recognize from the surroundings that an error has occurred.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment is a control that selects and sets one of a plurality of types of setting values (setting values 1 to 6 in this embodiment) having different advantages for the player. The main control unit 41 is provided with a main control unit 41 capable of performing the above operation and a sub control unit 91 capable of controlling the reel LED 55 in a lighting state (low brightness, high brightness) where the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are irradiated. Can control the set value set in the slot machine 1 to a checkable setting check state, and the sub control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 to be in the non-lighting state. The reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (high brightness) when it is controlled to.

According to this configuration, even when the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lighting state, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting state (high brightness) when the setting value is controlled to the setting confirmation state where the setting value can be confirmed. Therefore, when the setting confirmation state is controlled, it becomes easy to confirm the symbol combination stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and it becomes easy to recognize from the surroundings that the setting confirmation state is controlled.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment is a control that selects and sets one of a plurality of types of setting values (setting values 1 to 6 in this embodiment) having different advantages for the player. The main control unit 41 is provided with a main control unit 41 capable of performing the above operation and a sub control unit 91 capable of controlling the reel LED 55 in a lighting state (low brightness, high brightness) where the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are irradiated. Can control the setting value set in the slot machine 1 to a confirmable setting confirmation state, and the sub control unit 91 is controlled to the setting confirmation state when controlled to the setting confirmation state. The reel LED 55 is controlled to a brighter lighting state (high brightness) than the lighting state (low brightness) to be controlled when the reel LED 55 is not used.

According to this configuration, it becomes easier to confirm the symbol combination stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R when the setting confirmation state is controlled, and the surroundings further recognize that the setting confirmation state is controlled. It will be easier.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment is a control that selects and sets one of a plurality of types of setting values (setting values 1 to 6 in this embodiment) having different advantages for the player. The main control unit 41 is provided with a main control unit 41 capable of performing the above operation and a sub control unit 91 capable of controlling the reel LED 55 in a lighting state (low brightness, high brightness) where the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are irradiated. Can control the set value of the slot machine 1 to a settable setting change state, and the sub-control unit 91 lights the reel LED 55, which is controlled during the game, when the setting value is controlled to the set change state. It is a configuration that controls the blinking state, which is a lighting mode different from the mode.

According to this configuration, it is possible to make the surroundings recognize that the setting value can be set in the setting confirmation state.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment includes a production switch 56 that is not involved in the progress of the game, a liquid crystal display 51 that can display the production setting screen when the production switch 56 is operated, and a reel LED 55. A sub control unit 91 capable of controlling a lighting state (low brightness, high brightness) in which reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are irradiated is provided, and the sub control unit 91 is in a non-gambling state in which a game is not performed. When the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in the non-lighting state after a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) elapses without setting the bet number after the end of the game, the effect switch 56 is operated. When the effect setting screen is displayed, the reel LED 55 is not controlled to be lit.

According to this configuration, when the reel LED 55 is controlled to be in the non-lighting state, the non-lighting state of the reel LED 55 is maintained even if the effect switch 56, which is not involved in the progress of the game, is operated, so that power consumption is consumed. In addition to being able to suppress this, it is possible to prevent the display of the effect setting screen from becoming difficult to see due to irradiation by the reel LED 55.

The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes a production switch 56 that is not involved in the progress of the game, and a liquid crystal display 51 that can display the production setting screen when the production switch 56 is operated. The configuration includes a sub-control unit 91 that sets the effect by operating the effect switch 56 according to the menu displayed on the setting screen.

According to this configuration, it is possible to prevent the irradiation by the reel LED 55 from interfering with the operation when setting the effect.

The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment controls the effect decorative LED 57, which is a light emitting means different from the reel LED 55, the liquid crystal display 51 capable of displaying an image, and the effect decorative LED 57 and the liquid crystal display 51. The sub-control unit 91 is provided, and the sub-control unit 91 can be controlled to a non-lighting state in which the effect decorative LED 57 is turned off in a non-gambling state, and the player can control the effect decoration LED 57 in a non-lighting state. The number of bets is set by detecting the insertion of medals, and even when the number of bets is less than the specified number, the number of bets is set by the player's MAXBET switch 6 while the decorative LED 57 for production is not lit. As a result, the number of bets is set, and even when the number of bets reaches a specified number, the decorative LED 57 for production is controlled to be lit, and the sub-control unit 91 is a liquid crystal display in a non-gaming state. The display mode of 51 can be controlled as the first display mode for the demo effect, and the number of bets is set by detecting the insertion of a medal by the player in the state where the demo effect is performed on the liquid crystal display 51. , Even when the bet number is less than the specified number, the bet number is set by the player's MAXBET switch 6 in the state of performing the demo production, and the bet number becomes the specified number. At times, the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 can be controlled to a normal effect as the second display mode, and the sub control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 to be in a non-lighting state, and the decorative LED 57 for effect. When the bet number is set, the reel LED 55 is in the lit state (low brightness) when the bet number is set and the demo effect is controlled with the liquid crystal display 51 as the first display state. Then, after the decorative LED 57 for effect is turned on, the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to the normal effect as the second display mode.

According to this configuration, the number of bets is set when the reel LED 55 is not lit, the decorative LED 57 for effect is not lit, and the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 is the first display state. Occasionally, the reel LED 55 is lit (low brightness) first, and after the decorative LED 57 for effect is lit, the liquid crystal display 51 changes from the first display state (demo effect) to the second display state (normal effect). Since the switching is performed, the display of the liquid crystal display 51 can be switched to the second display state when the lighting state of the reel LED 55 and the lighting state of the effect decorative LED 57 are ready.

The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes a sub control unit 91 that can be controlled to a power saving state in a non-gambling state in which a game is not played, suggesting that the sub control unit 91 is controlled to a power saving state. It is possible to perform a demonstration effect (eco mode), and when the number of bets is set in the power saving state, the power saving state is terminated, and the notification that the power saving state is controlled is also terminated.

According to this configuration, when the power saving state is controlled in the non-gaming state, the power saving state can be terminated by setting the bet number, and the notification that the power saving state is controlled can also be terminated. ..

The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes a liquid crystal display 51 capable of displaying a UI image including a bet number image indicating the bet number, and a sub control unit 91 for controlling the liquid crystal display 51, and is a sub control unit. 91 can be controlled to a non-display state in which the bet number image is not displayed because the UI image is not displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 in the non-game state, and when the non-display state is controlled, the player can control the bet number 91. The bet number is set by detecting the insertion of medals, and even when the bet number is less than the specified number of bets that can start the game, the bet number setting operation is performed by the player's MAXBET switch 6 in the hidden state. As a result, the number of bets is set, and even when the number of bets reaches a predetermined number, the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to display the UI image.

According to this configuration, the UI image can be hidden from being displayed in the non-game state, and the UI image including the bet number image indicating the bet number can be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 by setting the bet number. It can be displayed again.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment includes a liquid crystal display 51 capable of displaying a UI image including a bet number image indicating the number of bets, and a sub control unit 91 that controls the liquid crystal display 51, and is a sub control unit. The 91 can be controlled to a non-display state in which the bet number image is not displayed because the UI image is not displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 in the non-game state, and the bet number setting by the player's MAXBET switch 6 in the non-display state. The bet number is set by the operation, and when the specified number of bets is reached, the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to display the bet number image in the UI image so that the update of the bet number can be visually recognized. It is a configuration to be performed.

According to this configuration, the UI image can be hidden in the non-game state, and the specified number of bets is set by the player's MAXBET switch 6 in the non-display state. When is set, the update of the bet number can be visually recognized by the bet number image in the UI image, so that it is possible to clearly recognize that the specified number of bet numbers have been set.

The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment indicates that the slot machine 1 is in the non-gaming state when a predetermined condition (a predetermined time elapses without setting the number of bets after the end of the game) is satisfied in the non-gaming state. A sub-control unit 91 capable of executing the suggested demo effect is provided, and the sub-control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 to the non-lighting state when the predetermined condition is satisfied in the non-gambling state.

According to this configuration, since the reel LED 55 is not lit when the demonstration effect is being executed, the irradiation light to the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R by the reel LED 55 does not interfere with the demonstration effect.

In this embodiment, the slot machine 1 is in the non-gaming state when a predetermined condition (a predetermined time elapses without setting the number of bets after the end of the game) is satisfied in the non-gaming state. A sub-control unit 91 capable of executing a demo effect suggesting that there is a certain state is provided, and the sub-control unit 91 sets a mode setting switch 58 for effect to set whether or not to control in a power saving state (demo effect (eco mode)). When it is set to control the power saving state by the effect mode setting switch 58, the demonstration effect is performed in a production mode in which the power saving effect is higher than when it is not set to control the power saving state. It is a configuration to be performed. In the demonstration effect (normal mode) performed when it is not set to control the power saving state by the effect mode setting switch 58, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lighting state, and the liquid crystal display 51 is used for a predetermined demonstration. On the other hand, in the demonstration effect (eco mode) performed when it is set to control the power saving state by the effect mode setting switch 58, the reel LED 55 is controlled to the non-lighting state and the image is displayed. The liquid crystal display 51 is configured to display a predetermined demo image including a power saving display image. In the demo production (eco mode), the liquid crystal display 51 displays the demo image instead of the demo image. So, it is a configuration that saves power compared to the demo production (normal mode).

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 has an effect mode setting switch 58 for setting whether or not to control the power saving state, and it is set that the effect mode setting switch 58 controls the power saving state. In a configuration in which the reel LED 55 in the non-game state can be controlled to the non-lighting state by controlling the demo effect (eco mode), the reel LED 55 is controlled to the lighting mode as the demo effect (normal mode). While applying the effect, as a demo effect (eco mode), an effect of controlling the reel LED 55 to a non-lighting state may be applied. In such a configuration, the demo effect (eco mode) is controlled as a power saving state. The reel LED 55 can be controlled to be in the non-lighting state only when the reel LED 55 is turned on.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment controls a decorative LED 57 for effect, which is a light emitting means different from the reel LED 55, a liquid crystal display 51 capable of displaying an image, and the decorative LED 57 for effect and the liquid crystal display 51. The sub-control unit 91 is provided with a sub-control unit 91 capable of controlling the sub-control unit 91 to be in a non-lighting state in which the effect decorative LED 57 is turned off in the non-gambling state. , When a predetermined time (30 seconds in this embodiment) is established without setting the bet number, the reel LED 55 is controlled to a lighting state (low brightness), and the extinguishing condition is satisfied. The reel LED 55 is controlled to be in a non-lighting state, and the decorative LED 57 for production is kept until the extinguishing condition (a predetermined time elapses without setting the bet number after the end of the game) is satisfied in the non-game state. The configuration is such that the lighting state is controlled and the decorative LED 57 for effect is controlled to the non-lighting state when the turning-off condition is satisfied, and the sub-control unit 91 is configured to control the turning-off condition (after the end of the game) in the non-gambling state. Until a predetermined time elapses without setting the number of bets), the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to the normal effect as the second display mode, and when the extinguishing condition is satisfied, the liquid crystal display 51 The sub-control unit 91 controls the reel LED 55 to the lit state (low brightness) and controls the decorative LED for the effect to the lit state, with the configuration capable of controlling the display mode of the above as the first display mode to the demo effect. When the liquid crystal display 51 is set to the second display state and the normal effect is controlled, the extinguishing condition (the predetermined time elapses without setting the bet number after the end of the game) is satisfied. At that time, after the reel LED 55 is not lit and the effect decorative LED 57 is not lit, the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled as the first display mode for the demo effect.

According to this configuration, when the reel LED 55 is in the lighting state (low brightness), the effect decorative LED 57 is in the lighting state, and the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 is in the second display state, the extinguishing condition (game). When the predetermined time elapses without setting the bet number after the end of the operation), the reel LED 55 is first turned off, and the effect decorative LED 57 is turned off, and then the liquid crystal display 51 Is switched from the second display state (normal effect) to the first display state (demo effect), so that the display of the liquid crystal display 51 is ready in the non-lighting state of the reel LED 55 and the non-lighting state of the decorative LED 57 for production. Can be switched to the first display state.

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As a conventional game machine, a device capable of displaying a plurality of options and finally displaying the options as a selection result has been proposed. A gaming machine having such a configuration can display a plurality of options and finally display the options as a selection result, but there is room for improvement in the effect.

On the other hand, the sub-control unit 91 of the present embodiment has a plurality of options such as "WIN" option, "chance" option, "development" option, "large button" option, "small button" option, and "?" Option. , "Continue" option, "End" option, etc., can display up to 4 options, and any option can be displayed as a selection result. Selection effect (roulette effect, 2-choice effect, continuation) The suggestion effect) can be executed using the liquid crystal display 51, and the selection effect is a first part in which a plurality of options are displayed and a second part in which none of the options is displayed after the first part. And the third part in which the options as the selection result are identifiable after the second part.

According to this configuration, in the selection effect, the first part recognizes a plurality of options, for example, four options of "WIN" option, "chance" option, "development" option, and "?" Option, and the third part. By performing the second part in which the options as the selection result, for example, the "WIN" option, etc. can be recognized and none of the options are displayed between the first part and the third part, the first part and the first part are performed. By clarifying the division with the three parts, it is possible to recognize that the selection result has progressed from the first part where multiple options that are candidates for the selection result are displayed to the third part where the selection result is specified. It is possible to preferably recognize the selection result options in the three parts.

In the third part of the selection effect (roulette effect, two-choice effect, continuation suggestion effect), the sub-control unit 91 of the present embodiment has a plurality of options (for example, "WIN" option, "chance" option, and "development" option. , "Large button" option, "Small button" option, "?" Option, "Continue" option, "End" option, etc.), display only the option as the selection result, and select the option as the selection result. It is configured to be displayed in a larger size than when it is displayed in one part.

According to this configuration, the choices as the selection result can be emphasized by displaying the choices as the selection result in the third part of the selection effect in a larger size than when displayed in the first part. ..

The sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment has options (for example, "WIN" option, "chance" option, "development" option, "?" In the first part of the selection effect (roulette effect, two-choice effect, continuation suggestion effect). The specific decorative image (reflection mode image and specific background image) that decorates the "choice," continuation "choice," end "choice, etc.) is not displayed, and the specific decoration image (reflection mode image and specific background image) is displayed in the third part. Is displayed so that the options displayed as the selection result are displayed in a specific decorated manner.

According to this configuration, the options as the selection result can be emphasized by displaying the options as the selection result in the third part of the selection effect in a manner in which a specific decoration that is not performed in the first part is performed. ..

In the third part of the selection effect (roulette effect, two-choice effect, continuation suggestion effect), the sub-control unit 91 of the present embodiment superimposes the image of the option displayed as the selection result and the predetermined reflection mode image. By doing so, the options displayed as the selection result are displayed in a manner in which the options themselves are decorated in a specific manner.

According to this configuration, in the third part of the selection effect, the option itself as the selection result is given a specific decoration, so that the option as the selection result can be suitably emphasized.

In the first part of the selection effect (roulette effect, two-choice effect, continuation suggestion effect), the sub-control unit 91 of the present embodiment has a plurality of options (for example, "WIN" option, "chance" option, and "development" option. , "Large button" option, "Small button" option, "?" Option, "Continue" option, "End" option, etc.) are displayed one by one, and finally a predetermined number of multiple options are displayed. It is a configuration that displays all the options of.

According to this configuration, after each option among the plurality of options is displayed one by one in the selection effect, all the plurality of options are finally displayed, so that they are included in the finally displayed multiple options. Each option can be recognized individually.

The sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment displays a single color (white) in the entire display area of the liquid crystal display 51 in order to switch the display in the second part of the selection effect (roulette effect, two-choice effect, continuation suggestion effect). It is a configuration to display a whiteout screen.

According to this configuration, by displaying a single color in order to switch the display in the second part of the selection effect, it is possible to make it possible that none of the options is displayed.

In this embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 displays a whiteout screen that displays a single white color over the entire display area of the liquid crystal display 51 as a single display in the second part of the selection effect, and second. The display is switched in the part, but as a single display, a blackout screen that displays a single black color in the entire display area of the liquid crystal display 51 may be displayed, and the display may be switched in the second part. , An image such as a "door" is displayed in the entire display area of the liquid crystal display 51, or a predetermined structure, a so-called accessory, is inserted between the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 and the player. The display area of the liquid crystal display 51 may be covered with the above, and the display may be switched in the second part.

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As a conventional game machine, a device having a configuration in which game value information regarding a game value owned by a player is displayed in a predetermined area of a display means has been proposed. In a gaming machine having such a configuration and having a UI (user interface) for displaying information about the game on the display means, there is room for improvement in the display method of the UI.

On the other hand, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment has a liquid crystal display 51 as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is a first display in which the main effect image is displayed. The configuration includes an area and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area, and the sub-control unit 91 notifies that it is confirmed that the special state is controlled as a privilege. Is not displayed, the game value (medal in this embodiment) is related to the first position (lower edge portion in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51) in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51. Information, a credit image showing the value of the currently registered credit and a payout number image showing the number of medals paid out in the game are displayed, and the second position (display of the liquid crystal display 51) in the second display area is displayed. Control is performed to display a mode suggestion image indicating the currently controlled effect mode on the upper part of the reel in the area). On the other hand, in the second situation in which the bonus confirmation notification image is displayed, the credit image and the payout number image are displayed in the first position of the second display area, and the bonus is used by using the second position in the first display area and the second display area. It is configured to control the display of the confirmed notification image.

According to this configuration, in the second situation where the bonus confirmation notification image is displayed, in addition to the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, the second position in the second display area, that is, the mode suggestion image in the first situation. By displaying the bonus confirmation notification image using the area in which is displayed, it is possible to preferably perform an effect using a wider display area, and it is possible to improve the interest. Further, in both the first situation where the bonus confirmation notification image is not displayed and the second situation where the bonus confirmation notification image is displayed, the credit image and the payout number image are displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, so that the bonus confirmation notification image is displayed. The player can confirm the value information for the game even when it is being performed, and it is possible to prevent dissatisfaction.

In this embodiment, in the second situation where the bonus confirmation notification image is displayed, the credit image and the payout number image are displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, but the bonus confirmation notification image is displayed in the second situation. In the configuration, the credit image and the payout number image may not be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and the bonus confirmation notification image may be displayed using both the first display area and the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51. With such a configuration, it is possible to display the bonus confirmation notification image using a wider area.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment can give a plurality of types of benefits including controlling to a special state 1 as a privilege and controlling to a special state 2 having a different advantage from the special state. The sub control unit 91 has a configuration capable of displaying a bonus confirmation notification image for notifying that the privilege is confirmed to be given on the main control unit 41 side on the liquid crystal display 51. 91 is a control for displaying a type suggestion image suggesting the type of privilege given by the main control unit 41 at a second position in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 in the second situation of displaying the bonus confirmation notification image. It is a configuration to perform.

According to this configuration, it is possible to suggest the type of privilege to be given by effectively utilizing the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

The sub control unit 91 of this embodiment has a configuration capable of displaying a bonus confirmation notification image on the liquid crystal display 51 to notify that the privilege is confirmed to be granted on the main control unit 41 side. The display of the bonus confirmation notification image can be changed stepwise as the game progresses, and in the first stage, a type suggestion image suggesting the type of privilege given by the main control unit 41 is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. Bonus confirmation notification image including a bonus confirmation character image (in this embodiment, a character image of "bonus confirmation") suggesting that the grant of the privilege has been decided without suggesting the type of privilege to be granted by not allowing the privilege to be granted. Is controlled to be displayed. Then, after displaying the bonus confirmation notification image in the first stage, the bonus confirmation notification image is changed to the second stage when the predetermined second stage transition condition is satisfied, and in the second stage, the type is The suggestion image is displayed at the second position in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the bonus confirmed character image is displayed at the third position different from the second position in the second display area (in this embodiment, the liquid crystal display 51). It is configured to control so that it is displayed in the upper left part of the display area of.

According to this configuration, in the first stage of the display control of the bonus confirmation notification image, the bonus confirmation character image suggesting that the grant of the privilege is decided can be emphasized, while in the subsequent second stage. , The bonus confirmed character image, the type suggestion image, and other parts constituting the bonus confirmed notification image can be displayed in a well-balanced manner.

The sub control unit 91 of this embodiment has a configuration capable of displaying a bonus confirmation notification image on the liquid crystal display 51 to notify that the privilege is confirmed to be granted on the main control unit 41 side. Before displaying the bonus confirmation notification image, it is possible to control the liquid crystal display 51 to display a continuous effect image suggesting the possibility that a privilege is given over a plurality of consecutive games. Control to display a credit image, a payout number image, and a mode suggestion image in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 when displaying an image, and to display a continuous effect image in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51. I do. On the other hand, when displaying the bonus confirmation notification image on the liquid crystal display 51, the mode suggestion image is not displayed in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the credit image and the payout number image are displayed. The second position in the first display area and the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is also used to control the display of the bonus confirmation notification image.

According to this configuration, the mode suggestion image is not displayed in the second situation where the bonus confirmation notification image is displayed. Therefore, in the first situation, the bonus confirmation notification image is displayed using the area where the mode suggestion image is displayed. In the configuration of making the bonus confirmed, the visibility of the bonus confirmation notification image can be enhanced and the effect can be suitably performed. On the other hand, since the credit image and the payout number image are displayed in both the first situation and the second situation, the game value (medal in this embodiment) is related even in the situation where the bonus confirmation notification image is displayed. The player can confirm the value information for the game (credit image and the number of payout images).

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment has a liquid crystal display 51 as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and the sub control unit 91 has a plurality of types suggesting that a privilege may be given on the main control unit 41 side. It is possible to display the operation promotion image of the above on the liquid crystal display 51, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is a first display area in which the main effect image is displayed and a peripheral edge closer than the first display area. The operation promotion image includes the operation promotion image A and the operation promotion image B suggesting that the privilege is more likely to be given than the operation promotion image A, including the second display area of the above. In the first situation where the operation promotion image B is not displayed and the operation promotion image A is displayed, the control unit 91 is used for games related to the game value (medal in this embodiment) in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51. A first specific image (for example, a credit image and a payout number image, an AT game number image, a net increase number image, an additional game number image, an additional game number image, etc.) that is value information is displayed, and the second display area is displayed. A second specific image (for example, a mode suggestion image) suggesting a controlled mode is displayed, and the operation promotion image A is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51. On the other hand, in the second situation in which the operation promotion image A is not displayed and the operation promotion image B is displayed, the second specific image is not displayed in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the first in the second display area. The configuration is such that a specific image is displayed and the operation promotion image B is displayed using the first display area and the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 where the second specific image is displayed.

According to this configuration, in the first situation in which the operation promotion image A is displayed, the credit image, the payout number image, the mode suggestion image, etc. are displayed by displaying the first specific image and the second specific image, while operating. In the second situation in which the promotion image B is displayed, the mode suggestion image is not displayed by not displaying the second specific image, and the credit image, the payout number image, etc. are displayed by displaying the first specific image. In the first situation, in a configuration in which the operation promotion image B is displayed using the area where the second specific image (mode suggestion image, etc.) is displayed, there is a higher possibility that a privilege is given than the operation promotion image A. The visibility of the operation-promoting image B, which suggests the above, can be improved more than when the operation-promoting image A is displayed, and the effect can be preferably performed. On the other hand, in both the first situation and the second situation, since the credit image, the payout number image, and the like are displayed by displaying the first specific image, either the operation promotion image A or the operation promotion image B is displayed. The player can confirm the value information for the game even in this situation.

The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment has a liquid crystal display 51 as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and the first display area. A first specific image (for example, a credit image and a credit image) which includes a second display area closer to the periphery than one display area and is game value information regarding a game value (medal in this embodiment) in the second display area. A second specific image (a second specific image suggesting a mode controlled in the second display area) is displayed while displaying a payout number image, an AT game number image, a net increase number image, an additional game number image, an additional game number image, etc. For example, the mode suggestion image) can be displayed, and the first specific image includes a first type specific image (credit image, a payout number image) displaying elements classified into the first type, and the same. The first includes a second type specific image (AT game number image, net increase number image, additional state game number image, additional game number image) that displays elements classified into the second type different from the first type. The type-specific image and the second-type specific image are configured to be composed of separate image data.

According to this configuration, by displaying the image data of the first type specific image on the liquid crystal display 51, it is possible to display the elements classified into the first type, for example, the credit image and the payout number image. By displaying the image data of the two types of specific images on the liquid crystal display 51, it is possible to display the elements classified into the second type, for example, the AT game number image and the net increase number image, and further, the first type specific image. By superimposing the image data and the image data of the second type specific image and displaying them on the liquid crystal display 51, all the elements classified into the first type and the second type can be displayed, and the first specific image is configured. It is possible to easily display the necessary element among a plurality of elements to be performed according to the situation.

The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment has a liquid crystal display 51 as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 includes a first display area on which a main effect image is displayed and the first display area. The sub-control unit 91 has a configuration including a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area, and the sub-control unit 91 sets the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 in the first situation in which the color image D related to the privilege is not displayed. In the second situation where a plurality of types of specific images (credit image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, etc.) are displayed and the color image D is displayed, the first display area and the second display area are displayed. Is used to control the display of the color image D.

According to this configuration, in the second situation where the color image D is displayed, the color image D is displayed using the second display area in which the specific image is displayed in the first situation in addition to the first display area. By doing so, it is possible to appropriately produce an effect using a wider display area, and it is possible to improve the interest.

In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 controls to display a color image D suggesting that the sub-control unit 91 uses the first display area and the second display area to control the additional state as a privilege. It is a configuration to be performed.

According to this configuration, it is possible to suggest that the grant of the privilege has been confirmed by using a wider display area.

The sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment has a liquid crystal display 51 and an effect switch 56 operated by a player as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and an operation promotion image (operation) for promoting the operation of the effect switch 56. The promoted images A to C) can be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and a peripheral edge of the first display area. The configuration includes a second display area closer to the operation promotion image, and the operation promotion image includes an operation promotion image A and an operation promotion image C suggesting that a privilege is more likely to be given than the operation promotion image A. In the first situation where the operation promotion images (operation promotion images A to C) are not displayed, the sub control unit 91 displays a specific image (credit number image, payout number image, AT game number image) in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51. , Net increase number of images, etc.) is controlled to be displayed. Further, in the second situation in which the operation promotion image A is displayed among the operation promotion images, a specific image is displayed in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the operation promotion is performed using the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51. Control to display the image A. On the other hand, in the third situation in which the operation promotion image C is displayed among the operation promotion images, the specific image is not displayed in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the first display area and the second display of the liquid crystal display 51 are displayed. It is a configuration that controls the display of the operation promotion image C using the area.

According to this configuration, in the third situation in which the operation promotion image C, which is more likely to be given a privilege than the operation promotion image A, is displayed among the operation promotion images, the first display area and the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51 By displaying the operation promotion image C using the two display areas, it is possible to preferably perform an effect using a wider display area than when the operation promotion image A is displayed, and it is possible to improve the interest.

The sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment has a liquid crystal display 51 and an effect switch 56 operated by a player as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and an operation promotion image (operation) that promotes the operation of the effect switch 56. The accelerated images A to C) can be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and a peripheral edge of the first display area. The configuration includes a second display area closer to the operation, and the operation promotion image is more likely to be given a privilege than the operation promotion image A, and is less likely to be given a privilege than the operation promotion image C. In the fourth situation in which the operation promotion image B is displayed among the operation promotion images (operation promotion images A to C) including the operation promotion image B suggesting the effect, the sub-control unit 91 displays the second display of the liquid crystal display 51. The configuration is such that the operation promotion image B is displayed using the first display area and the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 while displaying a specific image in the area.

According to this configuration, even if the operation promotion image uses the first display area and the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51, the possibility that the privilege is given can be changed depending on the presence or absence of the specific image.

The sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment has a "small button" option corresponding to the operation promotion image A and a "large button" corresponding to the operation promotion image C in the first part of the selection effect (roulette effect, two-choice effect). In addition to displaying the options and a plurality of options including, when the "small button" option is identifiable as the selection result of the selection effect (roulette effect, 2-choice effect), the operation promotion image A is displayed. , When the "large button" option is identifiablely displayed, the operation promotion image C is displayed.

According to this configuration, the operation promotion image A is displayed when the "small button" option is specified as the selection result, and the operation promotion image C is displayed when the "large button" option is specified as the selection result. Therefore, it is possible to pay attention to a plurality of options displayed in the selection effect.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment has a liquid crystal display 51 as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 includes a first display area on which a main effect image is displayed and the first display area. The sub-control unit 91 displays the main effect image in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the second display of the liquid crystal display 51 is included in the configuration including the second display area closer to the peripheral edge than the display area. Control is performed to display a specific image (credit number image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, etc.) in the area, the main effect image is displayed in the first display area, and the specific image is displayed in the second display area. In the displayed situation, it is possible to control the display of the special effect image on the front side of the main effect image and the specific effect image.

According to this configuration, in a situation where the main effect image is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51 and the specific image is displayed in the second display area, the main effect image and the special effect are displayed on the front side of the specific image. By displaying the image, it is possible to preferably perform the effect by the special effect image while showing the main effect image and the specific image, and it is possible to improve the interest.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment has a liquid crystal display 51 as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 includes a first display area on which a main effect image is displayed and the first display area. The configuration includes a second display area closer to the periphery than the display area, and the sub-control unit 91 uses only the first display area without using the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 (1st effect). It is possible to control to perform a normal effect, a selection effect that does not involve changing the options) and a second effect that displays a special effect image (privilege grant suggestion effect 2, selection effect that involves changing the options). , The configuration is such that the first effect is controlled to be performed more frequently than the second effect.

According to this configuration, it is possible to increase the rarity of performing the second effect, that is, displaying the special effect image.

The sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment can display a special effect image in the first part of the selection effect (roulette effect, two-choice effect), and at least one option is a "development" option before the display of the special effect image. , The configuration can be changed to the "WIN" option, which has a higher advantage than the "chance" option and the "?" Option.

According to this configuration, it can be expected that the special effect image is displayed in the selection effect to change to an advantageous "WIN" option.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment has a liquid crystal display 51 as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and the first display area. The configuration includes a second display area closer to the periphery than the display area, and the sub-control unit 91 causes the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51 to display the main effect image, and the second display area is a specific image (credit). Control to display (number image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, etc.), the main effect image is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the specific image is displayed in the second display area. In the displayed situation, the specific image displayed in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51 while maintaining the visibility (brightness in this embodiment). This is a configuration in which visibility reduction control is performed to reduce the visibility (brightness in this embodiment) of the main effect image.

According to this configuration, by reducing the visibility of the main effect image while maintaining the visibility of the specific image on the liquid crystal display 51, the main effect can be maintained while maintaining the situation where the player can confirm the specific image. It is possible to preferably perform an effect that reduces the visibility of the image, and it is possible to improve the interest.

The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment has a liquid crystal display 51 as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and the first display area. The sub-control unit 91 displays the main effect image in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and includes a second display area closer to the periphery than the display area, and a specific image (credit number image, credit number image,) is displayed in the second display area. The liquid crystal display 51 is displayed while maintaining the visibility (brightness in this embodiment) of the specific image displayed in the second display area by displaying the payout number image, the AT game number image, the net increase number image, etc.). It is possible to perform visibility reduction control that reduces the visibility (brightness in this embodiment) of the main effect image displayed in the first display area of the above, and the main effect image and the specific image are separate from each other. The sub-control unit 91 is controlled to superimpose the image data of the specific image on the front side (player side) of the image data of the main effect image and display it on the liquid crystal display 51 in the visibility reduction control. In addition to this, the control is performed so that the dark image data that reduces the visibility of the rear image is superimposed and displayed between the image data of the main effect image and the image data of the specific image.

According to this configuration, the visibility of the specific image displayed in the second display area is maintained by displaying the darkened image data superimposed between the image data of the main effect image and the image data of the specific image. At the same time, it is possible to perform control that reduces the visibility of the main effect image displayed in the first display area.

The slot machine 1 of this embodiment has a liquid crystal display 51 as a display means for displaying an image or the like, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and the first display area. The sub-control unit 91 displays the main effect image in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, including the second display area closer to the peripheral edge than the display area, and the specific image (credit number image, credit number image,) in the second display area. The liquid crystal display 51 is displayed while maintaining the visibility (brightness in this embodiment) of the specific image displayed in the second display area by displaying the payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, etc. The sub-control unit 91 has a configuration capable of performing visibility reduction control for reducing the visibility (brightness in this embodiment) of the main effect image displayed in the first display area of the above. In, the visibility (brightness) of the main effect image displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is gradually lowered from the peripheral edge of the first display area toward the center of the first display area. It is a configuration that controls.

According to this configuration, the visibility is gradually lowered from the peripheral portion of the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, that is, the position close to the specific image in which the visibility is maintained, so that the situation where the visibility is lowered is conspicuous. Can be made.

In the first part of the selection effect (continuation suggestion effect), the sub-control unit 91 of the present embodiment provides a relatively high-advantageous “continuation” option and a relatively low-advantageous “end” option. In addition to displaying a plurality of options including, when the "continuation" option is identifiable as a selection result, a specific decorative image (reflection mode image and specific background image A) is displayed together with the "continuation" option. In addition, when the "continuation" option image and the main effect image displayed in the first display area are controlled so as not to be deteriorated and the "end" option is identifiable as the selection result, the "end" option is displayed. The specific decorative image (reflection mode image and specific background image A) is not displayed together with the specific image (credit image, bet number image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number) displayed in the second display area. The configuration is such that visibility reduction control is performed to reduce the visibility of the main effect image displayed in the first display area while maintaining the visibility of the image and the mode suggestion image C (frame image and message frame image).

According to this configuration, it can be emphasized that the relatively advantageous "continue" option is the selection result, while the relatively low advantage "end" selection result is conspicuous. Can be recognized without.

The sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment sets the specific decorative image (reflection mode image and specific background image A) into a specific image (credit image, bet number image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, mode suggestion image). It is configured to be displayed so as not to overlap with C (frame image and message frame image)).

According to this configuration, since the visibility of the specific image is prevented from being hindered by displaying the specific decorative image, the "end" option is specified even if the "continue" option is specified as the selection result. Even when this is done, the visibility of the specific image can be ensured.

The slot machine 1, which is the gaming machine of the present embodiment, performs an internal lottery to determine a symbol combination that is allowed to be stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R before the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped. A control unit 41 and a sub control unit 91 that controls the display of an image on the liquid crystal display 51 are provided, and the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and the first display area. The configuration includes a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area, and the sub-control unit 91 includes a mode suggestion image A and a mode suggestion image A suggesting a mode currently controlled in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51. It is possible to control the display of the mode suggestion image including the mode suggestion image B, display the main effect image in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and display the mode suggestion image A in the second display area. In the first situation, when the AT lottery target combination is won in the internal lottery performed by the main control unit 41, control is performed to perform an effect using the mode suggestion image A, and the first display of the liquid crystal display 51 is performed. In the second situation where the main effect image is displayed in the area and the mode suggestion image B is displayed in the second display area, when the lottery result of the internal lottery is the AT lottery target combination, the effect using the mode suggestion image B is performed. It is a configuration that controls to be performed.

According to this configuration, in the first situation where the mode suggestion image A is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, when the lottery result of the internal lottery is the AT lottery target combination, the mode suggestion image A is used for the effect and the liquid crystal display. In the second situation where the mode suggestion image B is displayed on the device 51, when the lottery result of the internal lottery is the AT lottery target combination, the second display of the liquid crystal display 51 is performed by performing the effect using the mode suggestion image B. It is possible to produce an effect according to the mode suggestion image displayed in the area, and it is possible to improve the interest.

Further, the sub control unit 91 is performed by the main control unit 41 in the first situation in which the main effect image is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51 and the mode suggestion image A is displayed in the second display area. When the AT lottery target combination is won in the internal lottery, the mode suggestion image A is used to control the effect, the main effect image is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the second display area is displayed. In the second situation in which the mode suggestion image B is displayed on the screen, when the lottery result of the internal lottery is the AT lottery target combination, the sub control unit 91 controls to perform the effect using the mode suggestion image B. In the first situation where the mode suggestion image A is displayed in the second display area, when the lottery result of the internal lottery is the AT lottery target combination, the chance suggestion image A is displayed as a related image related to the mode suggestion image A. In the second situation, the mode suggestion image A and the chance suggestion image A are used to control the mode suggestion image A to perform an effect suggesting that the AT state is controlled as a privilege, and the mode suggestion image B is displayed in the second display area. , When the lottery result of the internal lottery is the AT lottery target combination, the chance suggestion image B is displayed as a related image related to the mode suggestion image B, and the mode suggestion image B and the chance suggestion image B are used as a privilege. By configuring the effect to suggest that the AT state is controlled, it is possible to suggest a privilege according to the mode suggestion image displayed in the second display area, and it is possible to improve the interest.

The sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment has a configuration capable of controlling the liquid crystal display 51 to display the mode suggestion image A including the mode suggestion image A and the mode suggestion image B suggesting the mode currently being controlled. There is an effect switch 56 operated by the player, and it is possible to select whether to perform an effect using the mode suggestion image A or an effect using the mode suggestion image B according to the operation of the effect switch 56. It is a composition.

According to this configuration, the player can select whether to perform the effect using the mode suggestion image A or the effect using the mode suggestion image B, and the interest can be improved.

The slot machine 1 which is the game machine of the present embodiment includes a main control unit 41 capable of controlling a plurality of states and a sub control unit 91 for controlling the display of an image on the liquid crystal display 51, and is a liquid crystal display. The display area 51 has a configuration including a first display area in which the main effect image is displayed and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area, and a plurality of display areas that can be controlled by the main control unit 41. The state of includes a first state in which the control state relating to AT is controlled to the AT state (AT state 1, AT state 2) and a second state in which the control state is controlled to the normal state, and the sub-control unit 91 is in the first state. A main effect image (AT state effect image in this embodiment) corresponding to the first state is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the first state is displayed in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51. Controls to display a specific image (AT game number image, net increase number image) related to. On the other hand, in the second state, the main effect image (normal effect image in this embodiment) corresponding to the second state is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the second display area relates to the second state. Control is performed to display specific images (mode suggestion images A and B). Then, in relation to the timing controlled from the first state (AT state) to the second state (normal state), that is, the third stop operation in the game in which the number of AT games becomes 0 (the final game in the AT state). Is finished and all reels are stopped, the specific image related to the first state and the specific image related to the second state are not displayed, and the notification that the first state is finished and the transition to the second state are performed. This is a configuration in which control is performed to display an AT state result notification image suggesting that the image is to be displayed.

According to this configuration, when shifting from the first state to the second state, the AT state result notification image is displayed without displaying the specific image related to the first state and the specific image related to the second state. With the transition from the first state to the second state, the main effect image and the specific image can be switched without any discomfort.

In this embodiment, the main control unit 41 can be controlled to the additional state as the first state and to the AT state (AT state 1, AT state 2) as the second state, and is sub. When the control unit 91 shifts from the additional state to the AT state, the control unit 91 has a specific image regarding the additional state (image of the number of additional games, an image of the number of additional games) and a specific image regarding the second state (image of the number of AT games, an image of the net increase number of images). ) Is not displayed, and an additional state result notification image suggesting that the additional state is terminated and a transition to the AT state can be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and the additional state can be displayed in the AT state. By displaying the additional state result image without displaying the specific image related to the additional state and the specific image related to the AT state when shifting to the main effect image and the specific image as the transition from the additional state to the AT state occurs. Can be switched without any discomfort.

In this embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 stops when the third stop operation in the game in which the number of AT games is 0 (the final game in the AT state) is completed and all the reels are stopped. By controlling the display of the AT state result notification image, the control for displaying the AT state result notification image is performed in relation to the timing controlled from the first state (AT state) to the second state (normal state). Although it is configured, the sub-control unit 91 has a timing other than when the third stop operation in the game in which the number of AT games is 0 (the final game in the AT state) is completed and all the reels are stopped. For example, when the third stop operation in the game in which the number of AT games is 0 (the final game in the AT state) is completed, or in the game in which the number of AT games is 0 (the final game in the AT state), all When the reel is stopped, when the start operation of the next game (insertion of medals or operation of setting the number of bets by the MAXBET switch 6 or operation of the start switch 7 with the specified number of bets set) is performed. By controlling the display of the AT state result notification image, etc., the AT state result notification image is displayed in relation to the timing controlled from the first state (AT state) to the second state (normal state). A control configuration may be used.

The sub-control unit 91 of the present embodiment indicates that the first state is terminated when the control state related to the AT shifts from the first state controlled to the AT state to the second state controlled to the normal state. It is configured to control the display of the AT state result notification image that notifies and suggests that the state shifts to the second state, and before displaying the AT state result notification image, all the display areas of the liquid crystal display 51 are displayed. It is a configuration that controls the display of a white image.

According to this configuration, by displaying the white image before displaying the AT state result notification image, any image including the main effect image, the specific image related to the first state, and the specific image related to the second state is displayed once. The AT state result notification image can be displayed after the state is not set, and the main effect image and the specific image in the first state can be switched to the AT state result notification image without discomfort.

In this embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 ends the first state when the control state related to the AT is changed from the first state controlled to the additional state to the second state controlled to the AT state. This configuration controls the display of the additional state result image that notifies the fact that the image is to be added and suggests that the image is shifted to the second state. Before displaying the additional state result image, all the display areas of the liquid crystal display 51 are displayed. By displaying the white image before displaying the added state result image, the main effect image, the specific image related to the first state, and the specific image related to the second state are once displayed. It is possible to display the added state result image after setting none of the images including the image to be displayed, and it is possible to switch from the main effect image and the specific image in the first state to the added state result image without discomfort.

The sub-control unit 91 of the present embodiment continues the first state in relation to the timing of shifting from the first state controlled to the AT state by the main control unit 41 to the second state controlled to the normal state. A selection effect (continuation suggestion effect) that displays multiple options including the corresponding "continue" option and the "end" option corresponding to the end of the first state is executed, and the "end" option is specified as the selection result. This configuration controls the display of the AT status result notification image when it is displayed as possible.

According to this configuration, after a selection effect in which a plurality of options including a "continuation" option corresponding to the continuation of the first state and an "end" option corresponding to the end of the first state are displayed, the "end" is displayed. Since the AT state result notification image is displayed when the option is specified, it can be expected that the first state will continue even when the first state is controlled to the second state.

The slot machine 1 which is the game machine of this embodiment includes a main control unit 41 capable of controlling a plurality of states and a sub control unit 91 for controlling the display of an image on the liquid crystal display 51, and is a liquid crystal display. The display area 51 has a configuration including a first display area in which the main effect image is displayed and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area, and a plurality of display areas that can be controlled by the main control unit 41. The state of includes a predetermined state in which the control state relating to the AT is controlled to the normal state and a specific state in which the control state is controlled to the AT state (AT state 1, AT state 2) which is more advantageous to the player than the predetermined state. , The sub-control unit 91 rotates the last reel at the end of the game in which the specific state ends (the game in which the number of AT games becomes 0) in relation to the timing of being controlled from the specific state to the predetermined state. When the operation of the stop switch to stop is completed and the rotation of all the reels is stopped, the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to display the AT state result notification image for notifying the result of the game in the specific state. After that, when the operation to start the next game (the operation of the start switch 7 with the specified number of bets set) is performed, the stage switching image suggesting that the game shifts to the predetermined state is displayed on the liquid crystal display. Control is performed to display a specific image (credit image, payout number image, mode suggestion image) related to a predetermined state as a migration destination in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and then display it in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51. , The main effect image related to the predetermined state is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the specific image (credit image, the number of payout images, the mode suggestion image) related to the predetermined state is displayed in the second display area of the liquid crystal display 51. It is a configuration that controls the operation.

According to this configuration, when shifting from the specific state to the predetermined state, the specific image related to the predetermined state is displayed before the control for displaying the AT state result notification image ends, so that the specific image related to the predetermined state of the transition destination is displayed. Can be displayed quickly.

In this embodiment, when the sub-control unit 91 shifts from the specific state (AT state) to the predetermined state (normal state), the sub-control unit 91 displays the AT state result notification image on the liquid crystal display 51 and then determines the predetermined state. The sub-control unit 91 controls to display a stage switching image suggesting that the state shifts to a state, but the sub-control unit 91 shifts from a specific state (additional state) to a predetermined state (AT state). After displaying the result notification image on the liquid crystal display 51, a control may be performed to display a stage switching image suggesting a transition to a predetermined state. Even in the configuration in which the stage switching image is displayed after the additional state result notification image is displayed, the specific image related to the predetermined state and the specific state is not displayed when the additional state result notification image is displayed, and the additional state is displayed. In the configuration in which the control for displaying the specific image (credit image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, mode suggestion image) related to the predetermined state is performed before the control for displaying the result notification image is completed, the migration destination A specific image related to a predetermined state can be displayed quickly.

Further, in the present embodiment, the sub control unit 91 operates a stop switch that stops the rotation of the last reel at the end of the game in which the specific state (AT state) is ended (the game in which the number of AT games is 0). Is finished and the rotation of all reels is stopped, the AT state result notification image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, so that the AT state is related to the timing of being controlled from the specific state to the predetermined state. The result notification image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, but the sub-control unit 91 is the last reel at the end of the game (game in which the number of AT games becomes 0) at which the specific state (AT state) is ended. A game in which a specific state (AT state) is terminated at a timing other than when the operation of the stop switch for stopping the rotation of the game is completed and the rotation of all reels is stopped (a game in which the number of AT games is 0). ), When the operation of the stop switch that stops the rotation of the last reel is completed, at the end of the game (game in which the number of AT games becomes 0) at which the specific state (AT state) is ended. When all the reels are stopped, the start operation of the next game (insertion of medals or operation of setting the number of bets by the MAXBET switch 6 or operation of the start switch 7 with the specified number of bets set) is performed. By controlling the display of the AT state result notification image when the game is broken, a specific state is changed to a predetermined state in relation to the timing of being controlled from the first state (AT state) to the second state (normal state). The AT state result notification image may be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 in relation to the timing controlled by.

Further, in the present embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 displays the AT state result notification image on the liquid crystal display 51 and then starts the next game (starting in a state where a predetermined number of bets are set). When the operation of the switch 7) is performed, the liquid crystal display 51 is controlled to display the stage switching image and the specific image related to the predetermined state as the transition destination, so that the timing is controlled from the specific state to the predetermined state. Relatedly, the stage switching image and the specific image are displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, but the sub control unit 91 starts the next game after displaying the AT state result notification image on the liquid crystal display 51. When a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds, etc.) elapses after displaying the AT status result notification image at a timing other than when the operation is performed, the number of bets is increased by inserting a medal or operating the MAXBET switch 6. When the stage switching image and the predetermined state are set, when a predetermined time elapses after the start of the next game, when a predetermined stop switch is terminated in the next game, when a game start operation is performed one after another, etc. By controlling the display of the specific image on the liquid crystal display 51, the stage switching image and the specific image may be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 in relation to the timing of being controlled from the specific state to the predetermined state.

The slot machine 1 which is the gaming machine of the present embodiment includes a main control unit 41 capable of controlling a plurality of states and a sub control unit 91 for controlling the display of an image on the liquid crystal display 51, and is a liquid crystal display. The display area 51 has a configuration including a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area, and a plurality of display areas that can be controlled by the main control unit 41. The state of includes a predetermined state in which the control state related to the AT is controlled to the normal state and a specific state controlled in the AT state (AT state 1, AT state 2) which is more advantageous to the player than the predetermined state. When the sub-control unit 91 shifts from the specific state to the predetermined state, the sub-control unit 91 displays the AT state result notification image for notifying the result of the game in the specific state on the liquid crystal display 51, and then notifies the AT state result. When the display of the image is terminated, the display of the main effect image constituting the AT state result notification image is continued in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51, and the predetermined state that is the transition destination to the second display area is related. After displaying a specific image (credit image, payout number image, mode suggestion image), control is performed to display a stage switching image suggesting a transition to a predetermined state.

According to this configuration, when the transition from the specific state to the predetermined state, the main effect image constituting the AT state result notification image is displayed even in the situation where the specific image related to the predetermined state is displayed before the stage switching image is displayed. Since the display continues, it is possible to leave a lingering sound of a specific state that is more advantageous than the predetermined state for a while.

In this embodiment, when the sub-control unit 91 shifts from the specific state (AT state) to the predetermined state (normal state), the sub-control unit 91 displays the AT state result notification image on the liquid crystal display 51 and then determines the predetermined state. The sub-control unit 91 controls to display a stage switching image suggesting that the state shifts to a state, but the sub-control unit 91 shifts from a specific state (additional state) to a predetermined state (AT state). After displaying the result notification image on the liquid crystal display 51, a control may be performed to display a stage switching image suggesting a transition to a predetermined state. Even in a configuration in which control is performed to display the stage switching image after the additional state result notification image is displayed, when the display of the additional state notification image is terminated, the additional state notification is displayed in the first display area of the liquid crystal display 51. While continuing to display the main effect image that constitutes the image, a specific image (credit image, payout number image, AT game number image, net increase number image, mode suggestion image) related to the predetermined state that is the transition destination is displayed in the second display area. In the configuration in which the stage switching image suggesting the transition to the predetermined state is displayed after the display, the afterglow of the specific state more advantageous than the predetermined state can be left for a while.

The sub-control unit 91 of this embodiment includes a selection effect with a UI (roulette effect and a two-choice effect) that uses only the first display area, a selection effect without a UI that uses both the first display area and the second display area, and a selection effect without a UI. In this configuration, options (for example, "WIN", "large button", etc.) that are more advantageous in the selection effect without UI than in the selection effect with UI are specified as the selection result.

According to this configuration, when executing the selection effect, it is possible to pay attention to the difference in the display area used by the selection effect.

Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the drawings, the present invention is not limited to the present invention and is included in the present invention even if there are changes or additions within a range not deviating from the gist of the present invention. Needless to say.

In the above embodiment, an example in which the present invention is applied to a slot machine in which a bet number is set by using medals and credits as a game value has been described, but a slot in which a bet number is set by using a game ball as a game value has been described. It may be applied to machines or fully credited slot machines that set bets using only credits as game value.

Further, in the above-mentioned Examples and Modifications, an example in which the present invention is applied to a slot machine 1 which is an example of a game machine is shown, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a game ball is launched into a game area. It is applicable to any game machine that plays a predetermined game, such as a pachinko game machine that plays a game by doing so, and further, a general game machine other than a slot machine or a pachinko game machine.

1 Slot machine 2L, 2C, 2R reel 6 MAXBET switch 7 Start switch 8L, 8C, 8R Stop switch 12 Game auxiliary display 12a Advantageous section notification LED
41 Main control unit 91 Sub control unit

Claims (1)

In the game machine that plays the game
A selection effect execution means that displays a plurality of options and executes a selection effect that identifies one of the options as a selection result.
State control means that can control multiple states,
Display means that can display images and
A display control means that controls the display of an image on the display means,
With
In the selection effect, a first part in which a plurality of options are displayed, a second part in which none of the options are displayed after the first part, and an option as a selection result can be specified after the second part. Including the third part to be done
The plurality of choices displayed in the first part are displayed in a specific undecorated manner.
The choices displayed as the selection result in the third part are displayed in a specific decorated manner.
The display area of the display means includes a first display area on which the main effect image is displayed and a second display area closer to the periphery than the first display area.
The plurality of states include a first state and a second state.
The display control means
In the first state, it is possible to control the first display area to display the main effect image corresponding to the first state and the second display area to display the first specific image related to the first state. In the second state, control is performed so that the main effect image corresponding to the second state is displayed in the first display area and the second specific image related to the second state is displayed in the second display area. Is possible,
In relation to the timing of being controlled from the first state to the second state by the state control means, the first specific image and the second specific image are not displayed, and the state shifts to the second state. A gaming machine that controls the display of suggestive transition suggestion images.

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