JP2021020024A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To increase interest of a game.SOLUTION: A slot machine 1 includes: multiple variable display means for variably displaying a plurality of types of symbols by a variable operation; and automatic stop execution means for stopping or temporarily stopping the variable operation of the multiple variable display means without depending on the operation of a stop operation unit when a predetermined condition is satisfied. The automatic stop execution means may stop or temporarily stop the variable operation of the multiple variable display means in a normal mode, and may stop or temporarily stop the variable operation of the multiple variable display means in a special mode in which the period from when a predetermined condition is satisfied until the variable operation of the multiple variable display means stops or temporarily stops is shorter than that in the normal mode. When the variable operation of the multiple variable display means stops or temporarily stops during the setting of a second game state and the game state is shifted to the second game state again through a first game state, the variable operation of the multiple variable display means may be stopped or temporarily stopped in the special mode in the unit game performed during the setting of the second game state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 23

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a rotating drum type gaming machine (pachislot gaming machine, slot machine).

As a conventional game machine, a slot machine capable of automatically stopping each rotating reel after a unit game start operation is known (Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2003-0789009

However, in the game machine described in Patent Document 1, there is only one type of operation mode of the plurality of rotary reels that automatically stop the symbol, and there is room for improvement from the viewpoint of improving the game interest.

The gaming machine of the present invention
Multiple variable display means that display multiple types of symbols in a variable manner by variable motion,
A stop operation unit for stopping the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means, which can be operated by the player,
An automatic stop executing means for stopping or temporarily stopping the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means without depending on the operation of the stop operation unit when a predetermined condition is satisfied.
A game state setting means for setting one game state from a plurality of game states including a first game state and a second game state that is more advantageous to the player than the first game state is provided.
The automatic stop execution means
When the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped or temporarily stopped in a normal mode, and when the predetermined condition is satisfied as compared with the normal mode, the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped or temporarily stopped. There are times when it is stopped or temporarily stopped in a special manner with a short period until
In the unit game of a specific number of times performed during the setting of the second game state, the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped or temporarily stopped.
When the gaming state shifts from the second gaming state to the second gaming state again through the first gaming state, the identification performed during the setting of the second gaming state shifted through the first gaming state. In the unit game of the number of times, the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means may be stopped or temporarily stopped in the special mode.

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

It is an overall perspective view of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a front view of the game machine. It is a conceptual diagram of the design attached to each reel. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structure of the main control board side. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structure of a sub-control board side. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship of each game state. It is a table which shows the type of a game combination and the number of payouts. It is a table which shows the stop display symbol of a game combination. It is a game combination judgment table. It is a flowchart of the main control board timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of a main control process. It is a flowchart of the power-on processing. It is a flowchart of a game state transition process. It is a flowchart of a bet / start operation reception process. It is a flowchart of the winning combination determination process. It is a flowchart of a main notification process. It is a flowchart of a reel rotation start processing. It is a flowchart of rotation start control processing. It is a flowchart of a reel constant speed rotation processing. It is a flowchart of opening reel processing. It is explanatory drawing about the stop | stop of all reels in a normal mode in opening reel processing. It is explanatory drawing about the stop | stop of all reels in a special aspect in an opening reel processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the timing chart in the opening reel processing. It is a flowchart of a reel rotation stop processing. It is a flowchart of a stop control process. It is a flowchart of stop display symbol determination processing. It is a flowchart of the medal payout process. It is a flowchart of 1st RT state processing. It is a flowchart of advantageous section continuation determination processing. It is a flowchart of the 2nd RT state processing. It is a flowchart of a sub-control process. It is a flowchart of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart of the combination determination result command reception processing. It is a flowchart of SB operation command reception processing. (A) is an explanatory diagram of an image used for a winning operation notification effect, (B) is an explanatory diagram of an image used for a winning operation success effect, and (C) is an explanatory diagram of an image used for a winning operation failure effect. ..

1. 1. Structure of Slot Machine The rotating cylinder type gaming machine 1 (hereinafter, also referred to as slot machine 1) according to the embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In the following description, the vertical direction and the horizontal direction of each part of the slot machine 1 will be described in accordance with the vertical direction and the horizontal direction for the player facing the slot machine 1. Further, the front direction of each part of the slot machine 1 will be described as a direction approaching the player facing the slot machine 1, and the rear direction of each part of the slot machine 1 will be described as a direction away from the player facing the slot machine 1.

First, the overall structure of the slot machine 1 will be described with reference to the overall perspective view shown in FIG. 1 and the front view shown in FIG. The slot machine 1 includes a cabinet 2 and a front door 3 as shown in FIG. The cabinet 2 has a box shape with an open front surface, and the front door 3 is attached to the front surface side of the cabinet 2 so as to be openable and closable. The cabinet 2 and the front door 3 form the housing 4 of the slot machine 1.

In the slot machine 1, when the front door 3 is in the closed state (that is, in the state as shown in FIG. 1), the front door 3 closes the front side of the cabinet 2. .. That is, the cabinet 2 and the front door 3 are provided with a lock mechanism (not shown), and the cabinet 2 cannot be opened unless a dedicated key is inserted into the keyhole 16 in the front door 3 to unlock the cabinet 2. There is. Therefore, a person other than the person involved in the hall (hall manager) (for example, a player) cannot touch the inside of the housing 4 with the front door 3 open.

A display panel P made of a resin plate is arranged near the center of the front door 3 (see FIGS. 1 and 2). In the center of the display panel P, three vertically long display windows 5L, 5C, and 5R are provided side by side. Specifically, the left display window 5L, the middle display window 5C, and the right display window 5R are arranged in order from the left side. The display windows 5L, 5C, and 5R are transparent, and the inside of the cabinet 2 can be visually recognized through the display windows 5L, 5C, and 5R. It should be noted that the portion partitioning between the display windows 5L, 5C, and 5R may be eliminated to form one display window.

The left reel 6L, the middle reel 6C, and the right reel 6R are housed inside the cabinet 2. Each of these plurality of reels 6L, 6C, 6R is formed in a cylindrical shape. Specifically, a reel described later, which also has translucency, is formed on an outer peripheral portion of a cylindrical drum portion (not shown) composed of a translucent member (a member made of transparent resin in this embodiment). It is made by winding tapes 7L, 7C, and 7R once. Therefore, the design drawn on the left reel tape 7L is on the outer peripheral surface of the left reel 6L, the design drawn on the middle reel tape 7C is on the outer peripheral surface of the middle reel 6C, and the right reel is on the outer peripheral surface of the right reel 6R. Each pattern drawn on the tape 7R is attached.

Each reel 6L, 6C, 6R is rotatably supported. Specifically, each central axis is supported so as to be the rotation axis of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R. The rotation axes of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are arranged on the same axis, and as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are the display windows 5L, 5C, 5R and 1 respectively. There is a one-to-one correspondence. Therefore, a part of the outer peripheral surface of each reel 6L, 6C, 6R can be visually recognized through the corresponding display windows 5L, 5C, 5R, respectively.

Further, when the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are rotating, the outer peripheral surfaces of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R appear to move from top to bottom through the display windows 5L, 5C, 5R. Therefore, when the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are rotating, the symbols attached to the outer peripheral surfaces of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are displayed from top to bottom within the frame of each display window 5L, 5C, 5R. It is displayed in a variable manner.

The number of symbols visible from each display window 5L, 5C, 5R is 3 for each reel 6L, 6C, 6R (see the circles shown by the broken lines in FIG. 2). Therefore, when each of the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R is stopped, nine symbols can be visually recognized through the display windows 5L, 5C, and 5R.

Further, as shown in FIG. 2, the slot machine 1 is set with an effective line L1 connecting positions where the symbols of the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R can be visually recognized. This effective line L1 is a straight line connecting the middle symbol of the left reel 6L, the middle symbol of the middle reel 6C, and the middle symbol of the right reel 6R, which is shown by the alternate long and short dash line in FIG. The position in each display window 5L, 5C, 5R forming the above-mentioned effective line L1 is also referred to as a predetermined position.

When the stop display symbol corresponding to the game combination stops on the effective line L1, the winning combination of the game combination is established. When a game combination is established, a predetermined number of game medals (hereinafter, also simply referred to as medals), which are game media, are paid out, a privilege of changing the game state, and a privilege of re-game are given. The game combination, the combination of symbols, and the benefits when the game combination is established will be described in detail later.

For example, a line connecting the upper design of the left reel 6L, the upper design of the middle reel 6C, and the upper design of the right reel 6R, the lower design of the left reel 6L, the lower design of the middle reel 6C, and the lower design of the right reel 6R. A straight line other than the effective line L1 may be used as an effective line, such as a connected line, an upper symbol of the left reel 6L, a middle symbol of the middle reel 6C, and a line connecting the lower symbols of the right reel 6R. Further, for example, a line connecting the upper symbol of the left reel 6L, the middle symbol of the middle reel 6C, and the upper symbol of the right reel 6R, the lower symbol of the left reel 6L, the middle symbol of the middle reel 6C, and the lower symbol of the right reel 6R A symmetrical line, such as a connected line, may be used as an effective line instead of a straight line. Further, for example, a line connecting the upper symbol of the left reel 6L, the middle symbol of the middle reel 6C, and the middle symbol of the right reel 6R, the lower symbol of the left reel 6L, the middle symbol of the middle reel 6C, and the middle symbol of the right reel 6R An asymmetrical line may be used as an effective line instead of a straight line such as a connected line. Further, each of the above-mentioned lines may be used as a plurality of effective lines.

Further, on the lower left side of the display panel P, a start lever (start operation unit) 8 that can be operated by the player to start the rotation of each reel 6L, 6C, 6R is provided (FIGS. 1 and 2). reference). If the start lever 8 is operated while a predetermined number of medals (the number of medals that can start the game) are inserted, the rotation of each reel 6L, 6C, 6R is started, and the symbols are passed through the display windows 5L, 5C, 5R. Fluctuation display of is started. In the present embodiment, the number of cards that can be started is "3" regardless of the game state. That is, the slot machine 1 is a dedicated machine for hanging three machines.

Further, at the lower center of the display panel P and to the right of the start lever 8, stop buttons (stop operation units) 9L, 9C, which can individually stop the rotating reels 6L, 6C, 6R, 9R is provided (see FIGS. 1 and 2).

The left stop button 9L is capable of stopping the rotational drive of the left reel 6L. Therefore, if the player operates (presses) the left stop button 9L while the left reel 6L is rotating, the rotation of the left reel 6L is stopped based on the operation. As a result, the symbol attached to the left reel 6L changes from the variable display to the stop display. Further, the middle stop button 9C is capable of stopping the rotational drive of the middle reel 6C. Therefore, when the player operates (presses) the middle stop button 9C while the middle reel 6C is rotating, the rotation of the middle reel 6C is stopped based on the operation. As a result, the symbol attached to the middle reel 6C changes from the variable display to the stop display. Further, the right stop button 9R can stop the rotational drive of the right reel 6R. Therefore, if the player operates (presses) the right stop button 9R while the right reel 6R is rotating, the rotation of the right reel 6R is stopped based on the operation. As a result, the symbol attached to the right reel 6R changes from the variable display to the stop display.

Further, a medal insertion slot 10 is provided in front of the lower right side of the display panel P (see FIGS. 1 and 2). The medal insertion slot 10 is for inserting medals into the slot machine 1 as a betting operation for performing a unit game (one game, a slot game, or simply a game or a game). In the medal insertion slot 10, an insertion medal detection sensor 10a for detecting the inserted medals is provided. Therefore, when a medal is inserted into the medal insertion slot 10, a signal indicating that the medal has been inserted is output from the insertion medal detection sensor 10a.

Further, a MAX bet button 11 and a 1-bet button 12 are provided on the left side of the medal insertion slot 10 (see FIGS. 1 and 2). The slot machine 1 has a credit function of storing and storing excess medals inserted and medals paid out as virtual medals until a predetermined maximum value (specifically, 50 medals) is reached. When this credit function is enabled, the number of virtual medals stored and stored in the predetermined storage area of the RAM 64 is the credit display unit 21 provided on the lower left side of the display windows 5L, 5C, 5R in the display panel P. Is displayed (see Fig. 2). The RAM 64 will be described in detail later.

The MAX bet button 11 is a bet button for additionally inserting up to the number of virtual medals that can start the game (specifically, "3") with one pressing operation. Further, the 1-bet button 12 is a bet button for inserting one virtual medal with one pressing operation. Therefore, the player can use the virtual medal stored in the credit function for the unit game by pressing the MAX bet button 11 or the 1-bet button 12. That is, the operation of the MAX bet button 11 or the 1-bet button 12 corresponds to the operation of inserting a medal (game medium).

A settlement button 14 is provided on the left side of the start lever 8 (see FIGS. 1 and 2). The settlement button 14 is a switch for enabling or disabling the credit function. Therefore, for example, when the settlement button 14 is operated in a situation where virtual medals are stored and stored, the number of medals displayed on the credit display unit 21 is paid out from the medal payment outlet 38 described later.

Further, below each display window 5L, 5C, 5R of the display panel P, stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, 30R made of LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) are provided (see FIG. 2). Specifically, the left stop notification lamp 30L is located immediately below the left display window 5L, the middle stop notification lamp 30C is located immediately below the middle display window 5C, and the right stop notification lamp 30R is located immediately below the right display window 5R. Have been placed. That is, the stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, and 30R are located in the vicinity of the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R, respectively (see FIGS. 1 and 2).

In these stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, 30R, the first stop operation of the "correct answer pressing order" of the winning small winning combination 3, small winning combination 4 or small winning combination 5 is the operation of any of the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R. It is a lamp for notifying the player of the existence. The small winning combination 3 to 5, small winning combination 5, correct answer pressing order, and first stop operation will be described in detail later.

Further, below the right display window 5R of the display panel P, a payout number display unit 22, a replay display lamp 23, and a throwable display lamp 24 are provided (see FIG. 2). The payout number display unit 22 is composed of two 7-segment displays, and displays the number of medals to be paid out according to the number of medals when paying out due to the winning of the game combination, or an error that occurs during the game. Information (error code) is displayed. Further, the re-game display lamp 23 notifies by lighting that the re-game combination was established in the previous unit game and the automatic bet processing described later was performed. Further, the insertable indicator lamp 24 notifies by lighting that the medal can be inserted.

Further, on the left side of the credit display unit 21, a bet number display lamp 25 and a game start display lamp 26 are provided (see FIG. 2). The bet number display lamp 25 is composed of three lamps, and corresponds to the number of medals inserted by betting operation (medal insertion into the medal insertion slot 10, automatic bet processing, operation of the MAX bet button 11 or the 1 bet button 12). The number of lamps lights up. Further, the game start indicator lamp 26 notifies by lighting that the game can be started, that is, the start lever 8 can be operated.

Further, a special combination notification lamp 27 is provided at a position on the lower right side of the right display window 5R in the display panel P (see FIG. 2). The special role notification lamp 27 composed of two lamps is a lamp corresponding to the game role when a cherry small role (small role 1, small role 9) or a watermelon small role (small role 2, small role 10) is won. Can be lit. Specifically, when the cherry small combination is won, the lamp corresponding to the cherry small combination among the special combination notification lamps 27 can be turned on while the reel is rotating. Further, when the watermelon small combination is won, the lamp corresponding to the watermelon small combination among the special combination notification lamps 27 can be turned on while the reel is rotating. That is, by lighting the special combination notification lamp 27, the player is notified that the cherry small combination or the watermelon small combination has been won. As a result, the player can stop the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R in order to win the winning cherry or watermelon small win. The cherry small role (small role 1, small role 9) and the watermelon small role (small role 2, small role 10) will be described in detail later.

Further, an advantageous section lamp 29 is provided above the game start indicator lamp 26 (see FIG. 2). The advantageous section lamp 29 has a lighting mode (hereinafter, also simply referred to as lighting) and an extinguishing mode (hereinafter, also simply referred to as turning off). The advantageous section lamp 29 is turned off when the gaming state is the non-RT gaming state. On the other hand, when the gaming state is the second RT gaming state, it lights up. When the gaming state is the first RT gaming state, it may be turned on or off depending on a predetermined condition. Since the advantageous section lamp 29 is in a position that can be visually recognized by the player as shown in FIG. 2, when the advantageous section lamp 29 is lit, the gaming state is the first RT gaming state or the second RT gaming state. It is possible for the player to grasp that. On the contrary, when the advantageous section lamp 29 is turned off, the player can grasp that the gaming state is the non-RT gaming state or the first RT gaming state. The conditions under which the advantageous section lamp 29 is turned on and off in the gaming state (non-RT gaming state, first RT gaming state, second RT gaming state) and the first RT gaming state will be described in detail later.

Further, at the lower part of the front door 3, a medal payout outlet 38 for paying out medals to the player and a saucer unit 39 capable of storing up to a certain amount of medals paid out by the medal payout outlet 38 are arranged. (See FIGS. 1 and 2).

On the other hand, on the upper part of the front door 3, a plurality of effect lamps 40 that light up or blink as the game progresses, and a pair of left and right speakers that can output sounds such as various sound effects as the game progresses. 41 and a display screen 42a of an image display device 42 capable of displaying various information to the player are provided. The image display device 42 is for executing various image effects as the game progresses.

Further, a reset / setting button 19 and a setting display unit 28 are provided on the back side (not shown) of the front door 3 which is the inside of the housing 4. The reset / setting button 19 can be operated in a predetermined manner when the front door 3 is in the open state. Normally, it functions as a reset switch to release the error state or the stop state. That is, when the reset / setting button 19 is normally operated (pressing operation), the data stored in the RAM 64 is erased and the work area of the RAM 64 is initialized. On the other hand, when the setting is changed, it functions as a setting switch for changing the setting value. At this time, the set setting value (any one of "1" to "6") is lit and displayed on the setting display unit 28.

Further, inside the cabinet 2 of the slot machine 1 (not shown), a medal safe for storing medals inserted from the medal insertion slot 10 and a medal safe for paying out medals stored in the medal safe from the medal payout outlet 38. A hopper and a power supply box are provided. The power box is provided with a power switch 92 for operating the slot machine 1 when the power is turned on and off, and a setting key switch 18 for switching to the setting change mode.

Next, with reference to FIG. 3, the symbols attached to the reels 6L, 6C, 6R will be described. FIG. 3 is a conceptual diagram of strip-shaped reel tapes 7L, 7C, 7R forming the reels 6L, 6C, 6R. The left reel tape 7L is used for the left reel 6L, the middle reel tape 7C is used for the middle reel 6C, and the right reel tape 7R is used for the right reel 6R. As shown in FIG. 3, 20 symbols are drawn in a row along the longitudinal direction (vertical direction in FIG. 3) on each reel tape 7L, 7C, 7R. In FIG. 3, frame numbers "1" to "20" are assigned to the reel tapes 7L, 7C, and 7R, but these frame numbers are given for convenience of explanation. It is not actually attached to each reel tape 7L, 7C, 7R, and further, each reel 6L, 6C, 6R. Further, although the number of symbols attached to each reel is 20, it may be another number such as 21.

A plurality of types of patterns are drawn on the reel tapes 7L, 7C, and 7R. Specifically, "Red Seven" symbol, "Cherry 1" symbol, "Cherry 2" symbol, "Watermelon 1" symbol, "Watermelon 2" symbol, "Watermelon 3" symbol, "Bell" symbol, "Replay" symbol, There are a "blank 1" symbol, a "blank 2" symbol, a "blank 3" symbol, and a "blank 4" symbol (see FIG. 3).

In the present embodiment, the "cherry 1" symbol and the "cherry 2" symbol are apparently the same symbol. However, it can be identified on the reel control. These "cherry 1" and "cherry 2" symbols are collectively called "cherry" symbols. Similarly, the "watermelon 1" symbol, the "watermelon 2" symbol, and the "watermelon 3" symbol also use the same symbols in appearance, but they can be identified on the reel control. These "watermelon 1" symbol, "watermelon 2" symbol, and "watermelon 3" symbol are collectively referred to as "watermelon" symbol. Similarly, the "blank 1" symbol, the "blank 2" symbol, the "blank 3" symbol, and the "blank 4" symbol also use the same symbols in appearance, but they can be identified on the reel control. .. These "blank 1" symbols, "blank 2" symbols, "blank 3" symbols and "blank 4" symbols are collectively referred to as "blank" symbols.

The "cherry 1" symbol and the "cherry 2" symbol may be apparently different from each other. Further, at least one of the "watermelon 1" symbol, the "watermelon 2" symbol, and the "watermelon 3" symbol may be visually different from the other "watermelon" symbols. Further, at least one "blank" symbol of the "blank 1" symbol, the "blank 2" symbol, the "blank 3" symbol, and the "blank 4" symbol may be a symbol different from the other "blank" symbols. In addition, although the above 12 types of symbols are used as the reel symbols, a form using 13 or more types of symbols and a form using 2 to 11 types of symbols may be used.

2. 2. Circuit Configuration of Slot Machine 1 Next, the circuit configuration (electrical connection configuration) of the slot machine 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5. The main control board 60 shown in FIG. 4 is a board (electronic circuit board) having a microcomputer (game control microcomputer) 61 installed on the circuit board as a main component. The game control microcomputer 61 is composed of a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 62, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 63, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 64, and an I / O (input / output circuit) 69.

The CPU 62 controls the game based on the control program stored in the ROM 63. The CPU 62 includes a clock pulse generation circuit (not shown) for generating a clock pulse, a random number generator (not shown) for generating a random number in a predetermined range (for example, 0 to 65535), and a generated random number. A sampling circuit (not shown) that extracts at least one value from the inside according to the application is connected. The CPU 62 executes the control program based on the clock pulse generated by the clock pulse generation circuit. In addition, the random value extracted by the sampling circuit is used to determine, for example, a game combination (lottery).

In addition to the control program, the ROM 63 stores table data such as a game combination determination table described later, various commands for transmission to the sub control board 70 described later, and the like. The RAM 64 includes a storage area for storing various data determined by executing a control program.

Various sensors, display units, drive motors, and substrates shown below are connected to the game control microcomputer 61 described above. That is, the start detection sensor 8a, the inserted medal detection sensor 10a, the MAX bet detection sensor 11a, and the 1-bet detection sensor 12a shown in FIG. 4 are connected to the game control microcomputer 61. The start detection sensor 8a detects the operation of the start lever 8 and outputs a signal. Further, the inserted medal detection sensor 10a detects the medal inserted in the above-mentioned medal insertion slot 10 and outputs a signal. That is, the insertion medal detection sensor 10a detects the operation of inserting medals into the medal insertion slot 10 and outputs a detection signal to the main control board 60. The MAX bet detection sensor 11a detects the operation (pressing operation) of the MAX bet button 11 and outputs a signal. Further, the 1-bet detection sensor 12a detects the operation (pressing operation) of the 1-bet button 12 and outputs a signal. That is, both the MAX bet detection sensor 11a and the 1-bet detection sensor 12a detect the insertion operation using the virtual medal and output the detection signal to the game control microcomputer 61 (main control board 60).

Further, the rotation cylinder detection sensor 50a, the payout medal detection sensor 52a, and the three reel position detection sensors 56La, 56Ca, 56Ra are connected to the game control microcomputer 61 (see FIG. 4). The rotating cylinder detection sensor 50a outputs a signal when the rotation speeds of the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R reach a predetermined set speed. The payout medal detection sensor 52a detects medals paid out to the outside by driving a hopper (hopper motor 51) and outputs a signal. The three reel position detection sensors 56La, 56Ca, and 56Ra each detect where the reel reference position (for example, the position of the frame number "1" shown in FIG. 3) of each reel 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped. Output a signal.

In addition, three stop detection sensors 9La, 9Ca, and 9Ra are connected (see FIG. 4). The stop detection sensors 9La, 9Ca, 9Ra detect the operation (pressing operation) of each of the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R, and output a signal. Specifically, the left stop detection sensor 9La detects the operation of the left stop button 9L and outputs an operation signal. Further, the middle stop detection sensor 9Ca detects the operation of the middle stop button 9C and outputs an operation signal. Further, the right stop detection sensor 9Ra detects the operation of the right stop button 9R and outputs an operation signal. Therefore, when any one of the stop buttons is operated, the operation signal is output from the stop detection sensor corresponding to the operated stop button to the game control microcomputer 61 (main control board 60).

Further, the settlement detection sensor 14a, the door open detection sensor 17a, the setting key detection sensor 18a, and the reset / setting detection sensor 19a are connected (see FIG. 4). The settlement detection sensor 14a detects the pressing operation of the settlement button 14 and outputs a signal. The door opening detection sensor 17a detects the opening of the front door 3 and outputs a signal. The setting key detection sensor 18a detects the operation of switching the setting key switch 18 to the setting change mode and outputs a signal. The reset / setting detection sensor 19a detects the pressing operation of the reset / setting button 19 and outputs a signal.

Further, the game control microcomputer 61 includes the above-mentioned various display units (specifically, the credit display unit 21, the payout number display unit 22, the re-game display lamp 23, the insertable display lamp 24, the bet number display lamp 25, and the like. The game start display lamp 26, the special combination notification lamp 27, the setting display unit 28, and the stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, 30R) are connected (see FIG. 4). Therefore, the game control microcomputer 61 can control various display lamps (for example, control for turning on / off and displaying numerical values).

Further, the game control microcomputer 61 includes a hopper motor 51 which is a drive source of a hopper capable of paying out medals, and reel motors 55L, 55C, 55R for rotationally driving each reel 6L, 6C, 6R. It is connected. The reel motors 55L, 55C, 55R of this embodiment are all made of stepping motors and are connected to the reels 6L, 6C, 6R, respectively. The reel motors 55L, 55C, 55R can independently rotate and drive the reels 6L, 6C, 6R. Thus, the game control microcomputer 61 can control the payout of medals by the hopper and drive control of each reel 6L, 6C, 6R by the reel motors 55L, 55C, 55R.

Further, a power supply board 90 is connected to the game control microcomputer 61 (see FIG. 4). The power supply board 90 is a board for supplying electric power to the sub control board 70 and the image control board 80, which will be described later, in addition to the main control board 60. The power switch 92 described above is installed on the power supply board 90.

Further, the sub-control board 70 shown in FIG. 5 is connected to the game control microcomputer 61. The sub-control board 70 is a board having a microcomputer (microcomputer for effect control) 71 installed on the circuit board as a main component. The effect control microcomputer 71 is composed of a CPU 72, a ROM 73, a RAM 74, and an I / O 79, similarly to the game control microcomputer 61.

In response to a command transmitted from the main control board 60, the CPU 72 controls an effect using an image, an effect using a lamp, and an effect using sound based on a control program stored in the ROM 73. Similar to the CPU 62 of the main control board 60, a random number generator and a sampling circuit (not shown) are connected to the CPU 72, and the random number values extracted by the sampling circuit are used to select, for example, an effect pattern. Do. The ROM 73 stores the control program, various data, and the like. The RAM 74 includes a storage area for registering the determined effect content and effect data, and a storage area for storing various data transmitted from the main control board 60.

Further, in the present embodiment, information transmission (signal transmission) from the sub control board 70 to the main control board 60 is impossible. That is, the signal from the sub control board 70 is not output to the main control board 60.

Further, a speaker 41 is connected to the effect control microcomputer 71 (see FIG. 5), and the effect control microcomputer 71 controls audio output such as voice, music, and sound effect from the speaker 41.

Further, lamps such as the above-mentioned effect lamp 40 and back lamps 58L, 58C, 58R are connected to the effect control microcomputer 71 (see FIG. 5). The back lamps 58L, 58C, 58R are lamps arranged inside the reels 6L, 6C, 6R, respectively. The back lamps 58L, 58C, 58R can illuminate the symbols attached to the outer peripheral surfaces of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R from the inside of the reels by lighting.

The effect control microcomputer 71 controls the lighting of the lamp. Specifically, light emission pattern data (data for determining lighting / extinguishing, emission color, etc., also referred to as lamp data) for determining the light emission mode of the effect lamp 40 and the back lamps 58L, 58C, 58R is created, and the light emission pattern The light emission of the lamp is controlled according to the data. The data stored in the ROM 73 of the sub-control board 70 is used to create the light emission pattern data.

Similar to the game control microcomputer 61, the power supply board 90 is connected to the sub control board 70 (see FIGS. 4 and 5).

Further, the image control board 80 shown in FIG. 5 is connected to the effect control microcomputer 71. The image control board 80 includes a CPU 82, a ROM 83, a RAM 84, a VDP (Video Display Processor) 85, a CGROM (also referred to as an image data ROM) 86, a VRAM (also referred to as a video RAM) 87, and an I / O 89 (see FIG. 5). ..

The CPU 82 mainly controls the display of the image display device 42. The ROM 83 stores a program executed by the CPU 82. The RAM 84 functions as its work memory during processing by the CPU 82.

Further, the VDP 85 outputs an image (mainly a moving image (video)) to be displayed on the image display device 42. The CGROM 86 stores image element data of an image to be displayed on the image display device 42. That is, a character that is an image of each image (specifically, a character (for example, a person or a mascot, or a person or a mascot imitated (deformed)) to be used for various effect images displayed on the image display device 42. Image element data of an image, an object image such as an object other than a character used for this character image, a figure, a character image including numbers and symbols, a background image, etc.) is stored. The VRAM 87 is connected to the VDP 85 and functions as a memory for expanding the image element data into the image output data. That is, the VDP 85 is a frame buffer memory for expanding the image element data into the image output data.

When the CPU 82 of the image control board 80 receives a command related to image effect (for example, a mode start command or an effect mode command described later) from the sub control board 70, the CPU 82 uses the VDP85, CGROM86, and VRAM87 to send the received command. Based on this, the display control of the image effect in the image display device 42 is performed. That is, the VDP 85 expands the image element data read from the CGROM 86 into the VRAM 87 to create image output data (frame image data) that can be displayed on the display screen 42a of the image display device 42. Then, the image output data is output to the image display device 42 as an image signal (video signal) through the I / O 89.

Similar to the main control board 60 and the sub control board 70, the power supply board 90 is connected to the image control board 80 (see FIGS. 4 and 5).

As described above, the sub control board 70 controls the sound effect and the lamp effect, and the image control board 80 controls the image effect. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the sub-control board 70 and the image control board 80 are collectively referred to as an effect control unit capable of controlling the effect associated with the game.

3. 3. Gaming State The slot machine 1 has three types of gaming states: a first RT gaming state, a second RT gaming state, and a non-RT gaming state, as shown in FIG.

The non-RT gaming state is a standard normal gaming state. On the other hand, in the first RT gaming state and the second RT gaming state, the re-gaming combination (first re-gaming combination or second re-gaming combination) is more likely to be established than in the non-RT gaming state. That is, in the first RT gaming state and the second RT gaming state, the probability of winning the re-gaming combination is set higher than in the non-RT gaming state. In this way, a state in which the winning probability of the re-game combination is higher than in the normal state (non-RT game state) (first RT game state and second RT game state) is particularly referred to as replay time.

When the re-game combination is won and the prize is established, the automatic bet processing (described later) is performed for the next unit game (next game), so that the player can suppress the use of medals. Therefore, in the first RT game state and the second RT game state, it is easier to win the re-game combination than in the non-RT game state, and it is possible to suppress the decrease of medals over a plurality of unit games. In that respect, the first RT gaming state and the second RT gaming state are gaming states that are more advantageous to the player than the non-RT gaming state.

In the first RT gaming state, the number of random numbers assigned to the re-gaming combination (first re-gaming combination, second re-gaming combination) is larger than that in the non-RT gaming state (see FIG. 9). Therefore, when the gaming state is the first RT gaming state, it is easier to win the re-gaming combination (first re-gaming combination, second re-gaming combination) than in the non-RT gaming state.

In the second RT gaming state as well, as in the first RT gaming state, the number of random numbers assigned to the re-gaming combination (first re-gaming combination) is larger than that in the non-RT gaming state (see FIG. 9). ). Therefore, when the gaming state is the second RT gaming state, it is easier to win the re-gaming combination (first re-gaming combination) than in the non-RT gaming state.

However, although AT (assist time) is not set in the first RT gaming state (and non-RT gaming state) of the present embodiment, AT is set in the second RT gaming state. The AT is a function for notifying the winning of the winning game and the order of pushing. The state in which the AT is set in the second RT game state is also referred to as an assist replay time (ART).

For example, when the gaming state is the second RT gaming state and the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 7 and the small winning combination 8 are won in duplicate, a notification is made regarding the first stop operation in the correct answer pressing order of the small winning combination 3. To. Specifically, a notification regarding the pressing operation of the left stop button 9L using the left stop notification lamp 30L is performed, and a winning operation notification effect described later is performed using the image display device 42. Further, for example, when the small winning combination 4, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 8 are won in duplicate, the notification about the first stop operation in the correct answer pressing order of the small winning combination 4 is made. Further, for example, when the small winning combination 5, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 7 are won in duplicate, the notification about the first stop operation in the correct answer pressing order of the small winning combination 5 is made. Thus, when the small win 3 to the small win 8 are won in the second RT game state, the player establishes the small win 3, the small win 4 or the small win 5 (small win 3, small win 4 or small win 5). It is easier to win a prize).

Moreover, in the present embodiment, the number of payouts when the small winning combination 3 to 5 is established is set to be relatively larger than the number of payouts of the small winning combination 6 to 8 (see FIG. 7). Therefore, in the second RT game state, when the small winning combination 3 to 8 are won, the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4 or the small winning combination 5 is likely to be won, and more medals are played in one unit game. Easy to get people to acquire.

Further, for example, when a cherry small role (small role 1, small role 9) or a watermelon small role (small role 2, small role 10) is won, the winning is notified. Specifically, the special combination notification lamp 27 is used to notify the winning of the cherry small combination or the watermelon small combination, and the image display device 42 is used to notify the game combination. Therefore, when the cherry small role or the watermelon small role is won in the second RT game state, it is possible for the player to grasp the winning, and the winning of the cherry small role or the watermelon small role can be established by the stop operation. It is possible to aim at the player.

Thus, in the second RT gaming state of the present embodiment, ART is set unlike the first RT gaming state, and in that respect, the second RT gaming state is more gaming than the first RT gaming state (and non-RT gaming state). It can be said that it is a game state that is advantageous to the player.

Subsequently, the transition (change) of the gaming state in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. In the present embodiment, when the condition A is satisfied when the gaming state is the non-RT gaming state, the gaming state is changed from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state (see FIG. 6). Further, if the condition A is satisfied even when the gaming state is the first RT gaming state, the gaming state is changed from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state (see FIG. 6). Condition A is to win "small winning combination 9" or "small winning combination 10". If the condition A is satisfied in the non-RT game state, the game state is changed from the non-RT game state to the first RT game state in the next game. That is, the non-RT gaming state is "promoted" to the first RT gaming state, which is more advantageous to the player. If the condition A is satisfied in the first RT game state, the game state is changed from the first RT game state to the second RT game state in the next game. That is, it is "promoted" from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state, which is more advantageous to the player.

On the other hand, if the condition B is satisfied when the gaming state is the second RT gaming state, the gaming state is changed from the second RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state (see FIG. 6). The condition B is that the number of games in the second RT game state reaches the "specific number of games (described later)". If the condition B is satisfied in the second RT game state, the game state is changed from the second RT game state to the first RT game state in the next game. That is, it "falls" from the second RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state, which is more disadvantageous to the player.

If the condition C is satisfied when the gaming state is the first RT gaming state, the gaming state is changed from the first RT gaming state to the non-RT gaming state (see FIG. 6). Condition C is to win the "second replay". If the condition C is satisfied in the first RT game state, the game state is changed from the first RT game state to the non-RT game state in the next game. That is, it "falls" from the first RT gaming state to a non-RT gaming state that is more disadvantageous to the player.

If the condition D is satisfied when the gaming state is the second RT gaming state, the gaming state is changed from the second RT gaming state to the non-RT gaming state (see FIG. 6). If the condition D is satisfied when the gaming state is the first RT gaming state, the gaming state is changed from the first RT gaming state to the non-RT gaming state (see FIG. 6). Condition D means that the total number of games in the series in the first RT game state and the second RT game state reaches the "upper limit number of games (described later)", or in the series of games in the first RT game state and the second RT game state. The number of payouts exceeds the "upper limit payout number (described later)". If the condition D is satisfied in the second RT game state, the game state is changed from the second RT game state to the non-RT game state in the next game. That is, it "falls" from the second RT gaming state to a non-RT gaming state that is more disadvantageous to the player. If the condition D is satisfied in the first RT game state, the game state is changed from the first RT game state to the non-RT game state in the next game. That is, it "falls" from the first RT gaming state to a non-RT gaming state that is more disadvantageous to the player.

In the present embodiment, for example, if the condition A is satisfied in the first RT gaming state, the game shifts to the second RT gaming state, and if the condition B is satisfied in the second RT gaming state, the game shifts to the first RT gaming state. Migrate (return). Therefore, it is possible to continue to shift between the first RT gaming state and the second RT gaming state in a series. Therefore, by providing the condition D, the total number of games in the series in the first RT game state and the second RT game state becomes excessively large, or the number of payouts in the series of games in the first RT game state and the second RT game state can be increased. It is possible to prevent it from becoming excessively large.

4. Game combination Next, the game combination of the present embodiment will be described. Whether or not each game combination in the unit game is won or not can be determined by the winning combination determination process (step S205) described later when the start lever 8 is operated while the game start indicator lamp 26 is lit. ing. Then, when the combination of the three symbols of the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R stopped and displayed on the effective line L1 (stop display symbol) matches the combination of the symbols corresponding to the game combination in which the winning flag is ON. Is to be given a privilege advantageous to the player (for example, payout of a predetermined number of medals, transition of the game state, etc.) on the assumption that the winning of the game combination is established. The payout of medals means that the medals are paid out from the medal payout exit 38, and that the numerical value (the number of virtual medals) displayed on the credit display unit 21 increases when the credit function is enabled. Further, "establishment of a winning combination" is also simply referred to as "establishment of a role", and "establishment of a winning combination" is also simply referred to as "establishment of a winning combination".

FIG. 7 shows the types of game combinations and the number of medals to be paid out as the game combination is established. Further, FIG. 8 shows a stop display symbol on the effective line according to the game combination. In the present embodiment, there are a total of 12 types of game combinations, including 10 types of small combinations 1 to 10 small combinations and a first re-game combination and a second re-game combination.

The small winning combination 1 and the small winning combination 9 are game combinations (payout combinations) in which medals are paid out when the combination is established. The small role 1 and the small role 9 are also referred to as "cherry small role". As shown in FIG. 8, when the three sets of the above "cherry" symbols are stopped and displayed on the effective line L1, four types of cherry small combinations ("cherry role 01" to "cherry role 04") are established. To do. In addition, when three sets of "cherry" symbols are stopped and displayed on a straight line (hereinafter, also referred to as a pseudo line) different from the effective line L1, six types of cherry small roles ("cherry role 05") are displayed. ~ "Cherry role 10") is established.

The small winning combination 2 and the small winning combination 10 are gaming roles (payout roles) in which medals are paid out when the winning combination is established. In addition, this small role 2 is also referred to as "watermelon small role". As shown in FIG. 8, when the three sets of the above "watermelon" symbols are stopped and displayed on the effective line L1, six types of watermelon small combinations ("watermelon combination 01" to "watermelon combination 06") are established. To do. Further, when the three sets of "watermelon" symbols are stopped and displayed on the above-mentioned pseudo line, six types of watermelon small combinations ("watermelon combination 05" to "watermelon combination 12") are established.

The small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4 and the small winning combination 5 are gaming roles (paying out roles) in which medals are paid out when the winning combination is established. These small roles 3 to 5 are also referred to as "first bell small roles". As shown in FIG. 8, when the three sets of the above "bell" symbols are stopped and displayed on the effective line L1, one type of first bell small combination ("first bell combination 01") is established. In addition, when three sets of "bell" symbols are stopped and displayed on the above-mentioned pseudo line, five types of first bell small combinations ("first bell combination 02" to "first bell combination 06") are displayed. To establish.

In the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4, and the small winning combination 5, the "correct answer pressing order" of the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R when stopping the reels 6L, 6C, 6R is set. Therefore, for example, when the small winning combination 3 is won, if the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R are pressed in the order of pressing the correct answer set in the small winning combination 3, the effective line L1 or the above-mentioned pseudo A set of three "bell" symbols is stopped and displayed on the line, and the small winning combination 3 is established. If the stop buttons 9L, 9C, and 9R are not operated in the order in which the correct answer is pressed when the small winning combination 3 is won, the three "bell" symbols will be stopped and displayed on both the effective line L1 and the pseudo line. Therefore, the small role 3 is not established. The same applies to the small winning combination 4 and the small winning combination 5.

Further, the correct answer pressing order set in the small winning combination 3, the correct answer pressing order set in the small winning combination 4, and the correct answer pressing order set in the small winning combination 5 are different from each other. That is, in the correct pressing order set in the small winning combination 3, the left stop button 9L is pressed first, and one of the remaining two stop buttons (middle stop button 9C, right stop button 9R) is pressed second. It is the operation order to operate. In the correct pressing order set in the small winning combination 4, the middle stop button 9C is pressed first, and one of the remaining two stop buttons (left stop button 9L, right stop button 9R) is pressed second. The operation order. In the correct pressing order set in the small winning combination 5, the right stop button 9R is pressed first, and one of the remaining two stop buttons (left stop button 9L, middle stop button 9C) is pressed second. The operation order.

In any of the correct answer pressing orders of the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4, and the small winning combination 5, only the stop button to be pressed first is specified, and the stop button to be operated after the second is not specified. That is, the correct pressing order of the first bell small winning combination is a "three-choice" method in which the player selects only the stop button that stops first from the three stop buttons 9L, 9C, and 9R.

In the present embodiment, the stop button pressing operation (reel stop operation) that is first performed when all the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R are rotating is performed after the first stop operation and the first stop operation. The stop operation is called a second stop operation, and the stop operation performed after the second stop operation is called a third stop operation.

The small winning combination 6, the small winning combination 7, and the small winning combination 8 are gaming roles in which medals are paid out when the winning combination is established. These small roles 6 to 8 are also referred to as "second bell small roles". Further, it is also simply referred to as a "bell small role" together with the above-mentioned first bell small role. As shown in FIG. 8, when the "bell" symbol, the "cherry" symbol, and the "bell" symbol are stopped and displayed on the effective line L1 from the left, two types of second bell small combination ("second bell combination"). 01 ”and“ second bell role 02 ”) are established. In addition, when the "bell" symbol, "cherry" symbol, and "bell" symbol are stopped and displayed on the above-mentioned pseudo line from the left, 10 types of second bell small roles ("second bell role 03" to "" The second bell role 12 ") is established.

Further, in the small winning combination 6, the small winning combination 7, and the small winning combination 8, the pressing order of the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R when stopping the reels 6L, 6C, 6R is the same as in the small winning combination 3 to 5 described above. (Operation order) is set. Therefore, for example, when the small winning combination 6 is won and the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R are pressed according to the pressing order set for the small winning combination 6, the effective line L1 or the pseudo line is displayed. From the left, the "bell" symbol, the "cherry" symbol, and the "bell" symbol are stopped and displayed, and the small winning combination 6 is established. The same applies to the small winning combination 7 and the small winning combination 8.

Further, the push order set for the small winning combination 6, the pushing order set for the small winning combination 7, and the pushing order set for the small winning combination 8 are different from each other. The pressing order set in the small winning combination 6 is an operation order in which the left stop button 9L is pressed as the first stop operation and one of the remaining two stop buttons is pressed as the second stop operation. The pressing order set in the small winning combination 7 is an operation order in which the middle stop button 9C is pressed as the first stop operation and one of the remaining two stop buttons is pressed as the second stop operation. The pressing order set in the small winning combination 8 is an operation order in which the right stop button 9R is pressed as the first stop operation and one of the remaining two stop buttons is pressed as the second stop operation.

In the present embodiment, the small winning combination 3 and the small winning combination 7 and the small winning combination 8 are won by the lottery of the gaming combination. Similarly, the small winning combination 4 and the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 8 are won in duplicate, and the small winning combination 5 and the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 7 are won in duplicate. Therefore, when the small winning combination 3 to 8 are won, if the stop buttons 9L, 9C, and 9R are pressed in the order of pressing the correct answer of the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4, or the small winning combination 5, the small winning combination 3 and the small winning combination 3 are pressed. The winning combination 4 or the small winning combination 5 will be established. On the other hand, if the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R are not pressed in the order of pressing the correct answer of the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4 or the small winning combination 5, the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4 and the small winning combination 5 are not established. A small winning combination 6, a small winning combination 7 or a small winning combination 8 is established.

The first re-game combination and the second re-game combination are game combinations that allow the player to perform the next unit game without inserting medals, although the medal is not paid out when the combination is established. That is, it is a game role that triggers the execution of the above-mentioned automatic bet processing. As shown in FIG. 8, when the three sets of the above "replay" symbols are stopped and displayed on the effective line L1, one type of replay combination ("replay combination 01") is established. Further, when the three sets of "replay" symbols are stopped and displayed on the above-mentioned pseudo line, seven types of replay combinations ("replay combination 02" to "replay combination 08") are established.

In this slot machine 1, the braking time from the operation of the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R to the stop of the rotation of the corresponding reels 6L, 6C, 6R is changed in the range of 0 to 190 ms (milliseconds) and is effective. Control is performed on the line L1 so that the combination of symbols according to the winning game combination can be stopped and displayed. Specifically, when the vehicle is stopped at the shortest braking time (that is, 0 ms), a predetermined number of pull-in minutes (in the present embodiment, a maximum of "4" frames) are displayed from the symbols displayed through the display windows 5L, 5C, and 5R. Minutes), among a plurality of symbols up to the symbol located in the direction opposite to the rotation direction of the reel, any symbol can be pulled into the frame of the display windows 5L, 5C, 5R to stop and display the pull-in control. ing.

In the present embodiment, when both ends of the above-mentioned reel tapes 7L, 7C, 7R are connected to form the reel tapes 7L, 7C, 7R into a cylindrical shape, a plurality of "replays" can be performed on any of the reel tapes 7L, 7C, 7R. "The symbols are arranged every 4 (" 4 "frames). Therefore, a plurality of "replay" symbols are attached to the outer peripheral surfaces of the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R without leaving a space (number of frames) larger than the maximum value of the predetermined number of pull-in "4" frames. It will be. Therefore, in the unit game in which the re-game combination is won, the re-game combination can be established without being missed by the pull-in control.

The plurality of "bell" symbols are also arranged every "4" frames on any of the reel tapes 7L, 7C, and 7R, like the "replay" symbol. Therefore, in the unit game in which the first bell small winning combination (small winning combination 3, small winning combination 4 or small winning combination 5) is won, the first bell small winning combination can be established without being missed by the pull-in control. ..

However, in the present embodiment, as described above, the first bell small winning combination can be established by the pull-in control only when the stop buttons 9L, 9C, and 9R are operated in the order of pressing the correct answer. Therefore, in the unit game in which the first bell small combination (and the second bell small combination) is won, the operation of each stop button 9L, 9C, 9R is the first stop operation in the correct pressing order of the first bell small combination. If the result is the same, the first bell small winning combination is established by the pull-in control.

In this embodiment, in the unit game in which the first bell small combination (and the second bell small combination) is won, the operation of each stop button 9L, 9C, 9R is the correct answer pressing order of the first bell small combination. If it does not match the first stop operation of, the second bell small winning combination is established by the pull-in control.

As for the "cherry" symbol ("cherry 1" symbol and "cherry 2" symbol), as shown in FIG. 3, a plurality of "cherry" symbols are arranged every "4" frames on the middle reel tape 7C. , The left reel tape 7L has only one, and the right reel tape 7R has only three. Therefore, in the unit game in which the cherry small role (small role 1, small role 9) is won, the player may not be able to establish the cherry small role and may miss it.

However, since a plurality of "cherry" symbols are attached to the outer peripheral surface of the middle reel 6C without a gap larger than the maximum value ("4" frames) of the predetermined number of pull-in, the middle reel 6C In the unit game in which the second bell small winning combination (small winning combination 6, small winning combination 7 or small winning combination 8) that uses the "cherry" symbol of the above is used as the stop display symbol, the second bell small winning combination is not missed by the pull-in control. It is possible to establish a role.

As shown in FIG. 3, there are three "watermelon" symbols ("watermelon 1" symbol, "watermelon 2" symbol, and "watermelon 3" symbol) on the left reel tape 7L and 2 on the middle reel tape 7C. Three pieces are arranged on the right reel tape 7R. That is, a plurality of "watermelon" symbols are not attached to any of the outer peripheral surfaces of the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R without a gap larger than the maximum value ("4" frames) of the predetermined number of pull-in. .. Therefore, in the unit game in which the watermelon small role (small role 2, small role 10) is won, the player may miss the watermelon small role without being able to establish it.

In addition, if none of the above-mentioned game combinations is won by lottery, it will be "lost", and no matter when each stop button 9L, 9C, 9R is operated, the pull-in control will be used to control each game combination (small). Combinations of symbols other than the combinations of symbols related to roles 1 to 10 small roles, 1st re-game combination, and 2nd re-game combination (in addition, combinations of symbols due to missing cherry small role or watermelon small role) are effective. A stop is displayed on the line L1. As shown in FIG. 3, each reel tape 7L, 7C, 7R has an arbitrary "blank" symbol ("blank 1" symbol, "blank 2" symbol, "blank 3" symbol, and "blank 4" symbol. ) Are provided. Therefore, if the result of the lottery is lost, it is possible to use a plurality of types of symbols obtained by adding a "blank" symbol to the above-mentioned "cherry" symbol, "watermelon" symbol, "bell" symbol, and "replay" symbol. , Any combination of symbols other than the above stop display symbols is stopped and displayed on the effective line L1.

The game combination determination table shown in FIG. 9 is used for the lottery of various game combinations performed by operating the start lever 8. In this game combination determination table, the number of random numbers corresponding to the winning of the various game combinations described above is shown for each game state. The game combination determination table shown in FIG. 9 is used when the set value is "6" among the plurality of set values.

The set value is a value for setting the magnitude of the profit given to the player. That is, it is a value that defines the degree of advantage for the player. In the present embodiment, the set value of "6" is more advantageous to the player than the set value of "1".

In the present embodiment, the set values are in the order of "1" <"2" <"3" <"4" <"5" <"6", which is advantageous for the player. The description of the game combination determination table used for the set value other than "6" is omitted.

5. Operation of Main Control Board Hereinafter, the main control processes performed in the slot machine 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 10 to 35. In the following, first, among the control processes performed on the main control board 60, the main control board timer interrupt process and the main control process will be described with reference to FIGS. 10 to 30.

[Main Control Board Timer Interrupt Processing] First, the main control board timer interrupt processing shown in FIG. 10 will be described. In the main control board timer interrupt processing, the game control microcomputer 61 presets processing such as reading a signal output according to a game operation by a player, detecting and confirming a signal level, and transmitting various commands. It is executed every fixed time (for example, 1.49 ms). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 10, a process of saving the register (S101) is performed, and an input port read process (S102) is performed. In the input port reading process (S102), signals input from various sensors, switches, and boards are read and stored, and the signal level is determined.

Next, timer processing (S103) for measuring various timers is performed. In this timer process (S103), when an arbitrary timer is set in the main control process described later, the elapsed time of the timer is measured. Next, the reel rotation drive control process (S104) for controlling the rotation drive of each reel 6L, 6C, 6R is performed using the reel motors 55L, 55C, 55R. Specifically, by controlling the operation of the motors 55L, 55C, 55R for each reel, the rotation of each reel 6L, 6C, 6R can be started, the rotation can be accelerated, the rotation can be maintained at a constant speed, or the rotation can be performed. To stop.

Next, the above-mentioned various display units (credit display unit 21, payout number display unit 22, re-game display lamp 23, insertable display lamp 24, bet number display lamp 25, game start display lamp 26, special role notification lamp 27, setting. The display lamp display process (S105) that manages the display of the display unit 28 and the stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, 30R) is performed, and the command set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 is transmitted to the sub-control board 70 in each process. Process (S106) is performed. Next, the port output process (S107) for performing drive control of the hopper or the like is performed, and the register return process (S108) for returning the saved register is performed to finish this process.

[Main Control Processing] In the main control processing shown in FIG. 11, the game control microcomputer 61 first performs the power-on processing (S201) described later. After that, the game start preparation process (S202) is performed. In the game start preparation process (S202), the stack pointer is set and a part of the area of the RAM 64 is initialized. In addition, a process of setting a command related to a set value and a command related to a game state in the RAM 64 is performed. The initialization in a part of the area of the RAM 64 specifically means, for example, turning off the payout number display unit 22 when it is lit, or turning it off when the special combination notification lamp 27 is lit. Is to turn off the lights. Further, the display symbol flag set in step S1203 of the stop display symbol determination process (FIG. 26) described later is cleared to zero, and if the payout flag turned ON in step S1206 is ON, it is turned OFF.

Next, in each case, the game state transition process (S203), the bet / start operation acceptance process (S204), and the winning combination determination process (S205), which will be described later, are performed in this order, and the wait process (S206) is executed. In the wait process (S206), it is determined whether or not a predetermined predetermined time has elapsed since the start of the previous unit game. In the present embodiment, the start of the previous unit game means that the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are rotated to start the variable display of the symbols attached to the outer peripheral surfaces of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R. is there. If the specified time has elapsed from the start of the previous unit game, this process ends, but if the specified time has not yet elapsed since the start of the previous unit game, until the specified time elapses. stand by. Then, when the specified time elapses from the start of the previous unit game, this process ends.

Next, all of them will be described later, reel rotation start processing (S207), reel constant speed rotation processing (S208), reel rotation stop processing (S209), stop display symbol determination processing (S210), medal payout processing (S211), first RT state. The process (S212) and the second RT state process (S213) are performed in order. In the main control process, steps S202 to S213 are looped after the power-on process (S201) is performed for the first time.

In the present embodiment, one unit game (game) is a series of processes from the process of step S203 to the process of step S213. That is, the game state transition process (S203) is set as the unit game start process, and then the bet / start operation acceptance process (S204), the winning combination determination process (S205), the wait process (S206), and the reel rotation start process (S207). , Reel constant speed rotation processing (S208), reel rotation stop processing (S209), stop display symbol determination processing (S210), medal payout processing (S211) and first RT state processing (S212) are sequentially performed to perform the second RT state processing. (S213) is completed to end the unit game.

The start process of the unit game (game) is, for example, the process of step S412 of the bet / start operation acceptance process (S204), that is, the process of determining whether or not the start lever 8 has been operated, or the above-mentioned game start process. It may be a preparatory process (S202). Further, for example, a configuration in which the medal payout process (S211) is completed to end the unit game, a configuration in which the reel rotation stop process (S209) is completed to end the unit game, and a stop display symbol determination process (S210) are completed. It may be configured to end the unit game. Further, in the above main control process, the first RT state process (S212) and the second RT state process (S213) are performed after the medal payout process (S211), but these processes are performed before the medal payout process (S211). It may be configured to perform.

[Power-on processing] In the power-on processing (S201) shown in FIG. 12, the game control microcomputer 61 first determines whether or not the backup is normal by using the checksum value (S251). Specifically, the checksum calculated from the read setting value and the like is compared with the backed up checksum, and if the comparison results match, it is determined that the backup is normal.

If it is determined in step S251 that the backup is not normal (NO in S251), the game control microcomputer 61 skips to step S253 described later, but if it is determined in step S251 that the backup is normal (S251). In YES), set the backed up settings (S252). As a result, if the backup is normal, the set value before the power is turned off will be set.

In step S253, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether the setting key switch 18 (see FIG. 4) in the slot machine 1 is ON, that is, whether the setting key switch 18 is in the setting change mode. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a signal is output from the setting key detection sensor 18a. If the setting key switch 18 is ON (YES in S253), the setting value operation process (S254) is subsequently performed.

In the set value operation process (S254), the game control microcomputer 61 performs a process of displaying the current set value on the setting display unit 28. Specifically, the setting display unit 28 lights and displays the value (1 to 6) of the current set value. From this display, the person (setting person) who sets and operates the set value can confirm the current set value. The value displayed on the setting display unit 28 is changed and displayed by the reset / setting button 19 being pressed by the setter. Specifically, each time the reset / setting button 19 is pressed once, the value displayed on the setting display unit 28 is incremented by 1 and displayed. If the reset / setting button 19 is operated once when the displayed value is "6", "1" is displayed.

When the start lever 8 is operated by the setter (YES in S255), the game control microcomputer 61 stores the value displayed on the setting display unit 28 in the RAM 64 as a new setting value (S256).

After that, when the setting key switch 18 is turned off (YES in S257), the game control microcomputer 61 clears the game state flag (described later) stored in the RAM 64 to zero (S258). As a result, the gaming state becomes the default state, that is, the non-RT gaming state. Then, the set value command relating to the information about the set value stored in the RAM 64 is set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S259), and this process is completed.

If the setting key switch 18 is not ON in step S253 (NO in S253), that is, if the setting key switch 18 is not in the setting change mode, then, whether or not the backup of the game control microcomputer 61 is normal. (S260). If it is determined that the backup is normal (YES in S260), the state of the slot machine 1 is restored to the state before the power was turned off based on the backup data stored in the RAM 64 (S261). End the process.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the backup is not normal (NO in S260), error processing at power-on is performed (S262). In the power-on error processing (S262), the fact that the backup is not normal is displayed by using the payout number display unit 22.

[Game state transition process] In the game state transition process (S203) shown in FIG. 13, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the second transition flag is ON (S301). The second transition flag is for indicating the transition from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state, and is turned from OFF to ON in step S511 of the winning combination determination process (S205).

If the second transition flag is ON in step S301 (YES in S301), the game control microcomputer 61 turns on the second RT start flag to indicate the start of the second RT game state (S302), and the number of second RT games. Turn on the counter (S303) and change the game status flag to "2" (S304). The second RT game number counter is for measuring the number of games in a series of second RT game states. The game state flag is for indicating the current game state. As shown in the table in the figure, when the game state flag is "0", it means that the current game state is a non-RT game state. When the game state flag is "1", it means that the current game state is the first RT game state. When the game state flag is "2", it means that the current game state is the second RT game state. By executing step S304, the gaming state is set to the second RT gaming state.

After executing the above step S304, the game control microcomputer 61 turns off the second transition flag (S305). Then, it is determined whether or not the lighting mode of the advantageous section lamp 29 is extinguished (S306). If the advantageous section lamp 29 is not turned off (NO in S306), this process ends, but if the advantageous section lamp 29 is turned off (YES in S306), the advantageous section lamp 29 is turned on (S307). This makes it possible to notify the player that the section is in an advantageous section.

If the second transition flag is not ON in step S301 (NO in S301), the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the first transition flag is ON (S308). The first transition flag is for indicating the transition from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state. This first transition flag is turned ON in step S510 of the winning combination determination process (S205) or step S1507 of the second RT state process (S213).

If the first transition flag is ON in step S308 (YES in S308), the game control microcomputer 61 changes the game state flag to "1" (S309). As a result, the gaming state is set to the first RT gaming state.

After that, the game control microcomputer 61 turns off the first transition flag (S310), and determines whether or not the first integration counter is OFF (S311). The first integration counter is for measuring the total number of games played over a series of first RT game states and second RT game states.

If the first integration counter is not OFF (NO in S311), this process ends, but if the first integration counter is OFF (YES in S311), the game control microcomputer 61 turns on the first integration counter (NO in S311). (Start) (S312), and the second integration counter is also turned ON (start) (S313). The second integration counter is for measuring the number of medals paid out over a series of first RT gaming states and second RT gaming states.

If the first transition flag is not ON in step S308 (NO in S308), the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the third transition flag is ON (S314). The third transition flag is for indicating the transition from the first RT gaming state or the second RT gaming state to the non-RT gaming state. This third transition flag is turned ON in step S513 of the winning combination determination process (S205) or step S1454 of the advantageous section continuation determination process (S1402).

If the third transition flag is not ON in step S314 (NO in S314), this process ends, but if the third transition flag is ON (YES in S314), the game control microcomputer 61 sets the game status flag to "". Change to "0" (S315). As a result, the gaming state is set to the non-RT gaming state.

After that, the game control microcomputer 61 turns off the third transition flag (S316), turns off the first integration counter (S317), and turns off the second integration counter (S318). Then, it is determined whether or not the lighting mode of the advantageous section lamp 29 is lit (S319). If the advantageous section lamp 29 is not lit (NO in S319), this process ends, but if the advantageous section lamp 29 is lit (YES in S319), the advantageous section lamp 29 is turned off (S320). As a result, it is possible to notify the player that the advantageous section has ended and that the non-RT gaming state has been set.

[Bet / Start Operation Acceptance Process] In the bet / start operation acceptance process (S204) shown in FIG. 14, the game control microcomputer 61 sets the number of game startable sheets according to the current game state (S401). In the present embodiment, as described above, the number of games that can be started is set to "3" regardless of the game state. As a result, the operation of the start lever 8 becomes effective only when the number of bets is set to "3". Next, it is determined whether or not the automatic bet flag is ON (S402). The automatic bet flag is for executing automatic bet processing. This automatic bet flag is turned ON in the process of step S1205 of the stop display symbol determination process (S210) described later.

If the automatic bet flag is ON (YES in S402), automatic bet processing (S403) is performed. Specifically, "3" is set for the number of bets. After that, the bet command regarding the number of bets is set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S404), the automatic bet flag is turned off (S405), and the process proceeds to step S412.

On the other hand, when the automatic bet flag is not ON (NO in S402), that is, when the automatic bet flag is OFF, the operation of inserting medals into the medal insertion slot 10 or each bet button (MAX bet button 11, 1 bet). It is determined whether or not the button 12) has been pressed (S406). If there is a medal insertion operation into the medal insertion slot 10 or a pressing operation of each bet button (YES in S406), a betting command related to the insertion operation or pressing operation is set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S407). ), Proceed to step S408.

In step S408, it is determined whether or not the current bet number (bet number) has reached the game startable number (“3”). If the current number of bets has not reached the number of bets that can be started (NO in S408), the process returns to step S406. That is, if the number of bets at the present time does not reach the number of bets that can be started in the game, the operation of the start lever 8 is not effective.

On the other hand, if the current number of bets has reached the number of games that can be started (YES in S408), the number of bets at that time is set in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 64 (S409). As a result, the value set in the storage area (specifically, "3") is set in the number of bets (number of bets).

After that, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the above-mentioned second integration counter is ON (operating) (S410). If the second integration counter is not ON (NO in S410), that is, if the second integration counter is OFF, the process proceeds to step S412 described later, but if the second integration counter is ON (starting) (YES in S410). ), Subtract the number of bets (“3”) from the value of the second integration counter (S411). As a result, the number of payouts (difference number) in the advantageous section can be measured by the second integration counter.

Next, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the start lever 8 has been operated (S412). If the start lever 8 is operated (YES in S412), a start command indicating that the start lever 8 has been operated is set in the output buffer (S413).

Then, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the counter is ON (during operation) after the transition (S414). The post-shift counter is for measuring the number of games after the transition from the second RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state. If the post-migration counter is not ON (NO in S414), that is, if the post-migration counter is OFF, this process ends, but if the post-migration counter is ON (YES in S414), the value of the post-migration counter is set. Add "1" (S415).

[Winning combination determination process] In the winning combination determination process (S205) shown in FIG. 15, the game control microcomputer 61 first extracts a random number value for determining the winning of the game combination (S501). Specifically, a random number value is extracted from the range of "0" to "65535" by a random number generator and a sampling circuit (not shown), and the extracted random number value is stored in the random number value storage area of the RAM 64.

Next, the game control microcomputer 61 refers to the game combination determination table (FIG. 9) according to the value of the game state flag (S502). In step S304, the game combination determination table corresponding to the set value stored in the RAM 64 is referred to. Then, based on the above random value stored in the RAM 64 and the game combination determination table, it is determined whether or not any of the game combinations has been won (S503).

If you have not won the game (NO in S503), that is, if you have lost, proceed to step S514 described later, but if you have won the game (YES in S503), depending on the winning game. Turn on the winning flag (S504). After that, it is determined whether or not the value of the game state flag is "2" (S506). If the value of the game status flag is other than "2" (NO in S506), the process proceeds to step S508, but if the value of the game status flag is "2" (YES in S506), the main notification process (S507) described later is performed. )I do.

In step S508, it is determined whether or not the winning flag of the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is ON. If the winning flag of the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is ON (YES in S508), it is determined whether or not the value of the game state flag is "0" (S509). That is, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is a non-RT gaming state. If the value of the game state flag is "0" (YES in S509), that is, if the current game state is a non-RT game state, the first transition flag is turned ON (S510). As a result, in the next unit game (next game), the non-RT game state is changed to the first RT game state. Then proceed to step S514.

If the value of the game state flag is not "0" (NO in S509), specifically, if the current game state is the first RT game state in which the small winning combination 9 and the small winning combination 10 can be won, the second Turn on the migration flag (S511). As a result, in the next unit game (next game), the state is changed from the first RT game state to the second RT game state. Then proceed to step S514.

On the other hand, if the winning flag of the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is not ON in step S508 (NO in S508), it is subsequently determined whether or not the winning flag of the second replay combination is ON (S512). In this embodiment, the second re-game combination is won only when the game state is set to the first RT game state (see FIG. 9). Therefore, the gaming state when the winning flag of the second re-gaming combination is ON is the first RT gaming state.

If the winning flag of the second re-game combination is not ON (NO in S512), that is, if it is OFF, the process proceeds to step S514, but if the winning flag of the second re-game combination is ON (YES in S512), the second 3 Turn on the transition flag (S513). As a result, in the next unit game, the game state is changed from the first RT game state to the non-RT game state.

In step S514, a command (combination determination result command) related to a game combination in which the winning flag is ON is set based on the winning flag set to ON in step S504. After that, this process is completed.

[Main notification processing] In the main notification processing (S507) shown in FIG. 16, the game control microcomputer 61 first determines whether the winning flag of the small winning combination 1 or the small winning combination 2 is ON (S601). If neither the winning flag of the small winning combination 1 nor the winning flag of the small winning combination 2 is ON (NO in S601), the process proceeds to step S603, but if the winning flag of the small winning combination 1 or the small winning combination 2 is ON (YES in S601). , Of the special role notification lamps 27, the lamp of the game combination corresponding to the winning flag that is ON is turned on (S602), and this process is completed.

In step S603, it is determined whether or not the winning flags of the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 7, and the small winning combination 8 are ON. If the winning flags of the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 7 and the small winning combination 8 are ON (YES in S603), the left stop notification lamp 30L of the three stop notification lamps 30L, 30C and 30R is turned on (S604). As a result, only the left stop notification lamp 30L of the three stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, 30R is lit during the fluctuation display of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R.

If the winning flags of the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 7 and the small winning combination 8 are not ON (NO in S603), then it is determined whether or not the winning flags of the small winning combination 4, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 8 are ON. (S605). If the winning flags of the small winning combination 4, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 8 are ON (YES in S605), the middle stop notification lamp 30C among the three stop notification lamps 30L, 30C and 30R is turned on (S606). As a result, only the middle stop notification lamp 30C out of the three stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, 30R is lit during the fluctuation display of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R.

If the winning flags of the small winning combination 4, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 8 are not ON (NO in S605), then it is determined whether or not the winning flags of the small winning combination 5, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 7 are ON (NO). S607). If the winning flags of the small winning combination 5, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 7 are not ON (NO in S607), this process ends, but if the winning flags of the small winning combination 5, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 7 are ON. (YES in S607) The right stop notification lamp 30R out of the three stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, and 30R is turned on (S608). As a result, only the right stop notification lamp 30R of the three stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, 30R is lit during the fluctuation display of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R.

[Reel rotation start processing] In the reel rotation start processing (S207) shown in FIG. 17, the game control microcomputer 61 invalidates the operation of the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R (S701), and the rotation start control processing described later. Perform (S702). It is possible to prevent the rotation start control process (S702) from being hindered by disabling the operation of the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R.

[Rotation start control process] In the rotation start control process (S702) shown in FIG. 18, the game control microcomputer 61 first starts the rotation of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R (S751). As a result, the variable display of the symbols of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R is started. In the present embodiment, after setting "4.1 seconds" as the predetermined predetermined time described above, the rotation of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R is started.

Next, it is determined whether or not the right reel 6R is already rotating (S752). If the right reel 6R is already rotating (YES in S752), it is determined whether or not the right reel rotation start flag indicating the start of rotation of the right reel 6R is ON (S753). If it is not ON (NO in S753), that is, if the right reel rotation start flag is OFF, turn on the right reel rotation start flag (S754) and issue a right reel rotation start command indicating the start of rotation of the right reel 6R. It is set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S755), and the process proceeds to step S756.

If the right reel 6R has not yet rotated in step S752 (NO in S752), the processes of steps S753 to S755 are skipped and the process proceeds to step S756. If the right reel rotation start flag is ON in step S753 (YES in S753), the processes of steps S754 and S755 are skipped and the process proceeds to step S756.

In steps S756 to S759, the middle reel 6C is performed, and in steps S760 to S763, the left reel 6L is subjected to almost the same processing as in steps S752 to S755 described above.

That is, in step S756, it is determined whether or not the middle reel 6C is already rotating, and if the middle reel 6C is already rotating (YES in S756), the middle reel rotation start indicating the start of rotation of the middle reel 6C is indicated. Determine if the flag is ON (S757). If it is not ON (NO in S757), that is, if the middle reel rotation start flag is OFF, the middle reel rotation start flag is turned ON (S758), and the middle reel rotation start command indicating the start of rotation of the middle reel 6C is issued to RAM 64. Set in the output buffer of (S759), and proceed to step S760.

If the middle reel 6C has not yet rotated in step S756 (NO in S756), the processes of steps S757 to S759 are skipped and the process proceeds to step S760. If the middle reel rotation start flag is ON in step S757 (YES in S757), the processes of steps S758 and S759 are skipped and the process proceeds to step S760.

Further, in step S760, it is determined whether or not the left reel 6L has already rotated, and if the left reel 6L has already rotated (YES in S760), the left reel rotation start indicating the start of rotation of the left reel 6L. Determine if the flag is ON (S761). If it is not ON (NO in S761), that is, if the left reel rotation start flag is OFF, the left reel rotation start flag is turned ON (S762), and the left reel rotation start command indicating the start of rotation of the left reel 6L is issued to RAM 64. Set in the output buffer of (S763), and proceed to step S764.

If the left reel 6L has not yet rotated in step S760 (NO in S760), the processes of steps S761 to S763 are skipped and the process proceeds to step S764. If the left reel rotation start flag is ON in step S761 (YES in S761), the processes of steps S762 and S763 are skipped and the process proceeds to step S764.

In step S764, it is determined whether or not all the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are already rotating. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the rotation start flags of the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R are all ON. If all reels 6L, 6C, 6R have already rotated (YES in S764), the reel rotation start flag for all reels 6L, 6C, 6R is turned off (S765), and this process ends. On the other hand, if any of the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R has not yet rotated (NO in S764), that is, if at least one of the rotation start flags is not ON, the process returns to step S752.

[Reel constant speed rotation processing] In the reel constant speed rotation processing (S208) shown in FIG. 19, the game control microcomputer 61 first accelerates each reel 6L, 6C, 6R that has started rotation so as to reach a predetermined rotation speed. Acceleration processing (S801) is performed. Next, it is determined whether or not all the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are rotating at a constant speed at a predetermined speed (S802), and if it is determined that the reels are not rotating at a constant speed (NO in S802), the above step S801. Return to and perform acceleration processing again.

On the other hand, when it is determined that all the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are rotating at a constant speed (YES in S802), it is determined whether or not the above-mentioned second RT start flag is ON (S803). If the 2nd RT start flag is not ON (NO in S803), this processing ends, but if the 2nd RT start flag is ON (YES in S803), the opening reel processing (S804) described later is performed and the 2nd RT start flag is performed. Is turned off (S805) to end this process.

[Opening Reel Processing] The opening reel processing (S804) and the opening in the first unit game shifted to the second RT game state will be described with reference to FIGS. 20 to 23. The opening reel processing (S804) means that when the reels 6L, 6C, 6R start rotating in the first unit game (first game) in which the gaming state shifts from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state, these reels 6L, 6C, This is a process for executing the opening using 6R. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 21 (D) and 22 (D), a set of three "red seven" symbols on the effective line L1 is a specific stop period ("3 seconds" in this embodiment). It is a process to execute the opening that is displayed as a stop. That is, it is a process of temporarily stopping the reels 6L, 6C, 6R and automatically executing the so-called "pseudo-bonus" opening.

In the opening reel process (S804) shown in FIG. 20, the game control microcomputer 61 first determines whether or not the counter is OFF (stopped) after the transition (S851). When the post-migration counter is not OFF (NO in S851), that is, when the post-transition counter is ON (in operation), the value of the post-transition counter during operation is the first threshold value (“128” in this embodiment). Determine if: (S852). When the post-migration counter is OFF (YES in S851), or when the value of the post-transition counter in operation is not less than or equal to the first threshold value (NO in S852), that is, the value of the post-transition counter exceeds the first threshold value. If so, the reels 6L, 6C, 6R used for the opening are stopped in the normal mode (S853). On the other hand, if the value of the post-shift counter during operation is equal to or less than the first threshold value (YES in S852), the reels 6L, 6C, 6R used for the opening are stopped in a special mode (S854). The normal mode and the special mode will be described later.

After the game control microcomputer 61 stops the reels 6L, 6C, 6R used for the opening in a normal mode or a special mode, has a predetermined period (the above-mentioned specific stop period) has elapsed from the stop of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R? Determine if (S855). When the specific stop period has elapsed from the stop (YES in S855), the rotation start control process (S702) described above is executed. As a result, the rotation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R starts after the lapse of the specific stop period. Further, the acceleration process (S801) and step S802 described above are performed to rotate all reels 6L, 6C, and 6R at a constant speed at a predetermined speed.

Here, the opening when the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are stopped in the normal mode will be described with reference to FIG. 21, and the opening when the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are stopped in the special mode will be described with reference to FIG. ..

In the normal mode, the game control microcomputer 61 starts executing the opening at the timing TA1 when all the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R shown in FIG. 21 (A) rotate at a constant speed. Then, as shown in FIG. 21B, the game control microcomputer 61 first stops the "red seven" symbol of the left reel 6L of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R on the effective line L1. In the present embodiment, the game control microcomputer 61 detects where the reel reference position of the left reel 6L at the timing TA1 (for example, the position of the frame number “1” shown in FIG. 3) is. Then, based on the detection result, after rotating the left reel 6L twice from the timing TA1, the reel so that the "red seven" symbol stops as the middle symbol of the left reel 6L visible from the left display window 5L. The execution control of the motor 55L is performed. As a result, the "red seven" symbol on the left reel 6L stops on the effective line L1 at the timing TA2 (see FIG. 21 (B)). Timing TA2 is the time required for rotation for two laps, and the rotational movement from the position of the "red seven" symbol at the time of timing TA1 to the position of the middle symbol of the left reel 6L seen from the left display window 5L. The time required is the timing elapsed from the timing TA1.

Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 21C, the game control microcomputer 61 stops the "red seven" symbol on the left reel 6L on the effective line L1, and then of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R. The "Red Seven" symbol on the middle reel 6C is stopped on the effective line L1. In the present embodiment, the game control microcomputer 61 detects where the reel reference position of the middle reel 6C in the timing TA2 is. Then, based on the detection result, the middle reel 6C is rotated twice from the timing TA2, and then the "Red Seven" symbol is stopped as the middle symbol of the middle reel 6C visible from the middle display window 5C. Execution control of the reel motor 55C is performed. As a result, at the timing TA3, the "red seven" symbol on the middle reel 6C stops on the effective line L1 (see FIG. 21 (C)). The timing TA3 is the time required for rotation for two laps, and the rotational movement from the position of the "red seven" symbol at the time of timing TA2 to the position of the middle symbol of the middle reel 6C seen from the middle display window 5C. The time required is the timing elapsed from the timing TA2.

Next, as shown in FIG. 21 (D), the game control microcomputer 61 stops the "Red Seven" symbol on the middle reel 6C on the effective line L1, and then stops the "Red Seven" symbol on the remaining right reel 6R. Is stopped on the effective line L1. In the present embodiment, the game control microcomputer 61 detects where the reel reference position of the right reel 6R in the timing TA3 is. Then, based on the detection result, after rotating the right reel 6R twice from the timing TA3, the "red seven" symbol is stopped as the middle symbol of the right reel 6R that can be seen from the right display window 5R. , Controls the execution of the reel motor 55R. As a result, the "red seven" symbol on the right reel 6R stops on the effective line L1 at the timing TA4 (see FIG. 21 (D)). Timing TA4 is the time required for rotation for two laps, and the rotational movement from the position of the "red seven" symbol at the time of timing TA3 to the position of the middle symbol of the right reel 6R seen from the right display window 5R. The time required is the timing elapsed from the timing TA3.

The game control microcomputer 61 stops and displays three sets of "Red Seven" symbols on the effective line L1 for a specific stop period ("3 seconds") from the timing TA4. As a result, the player can grasp that the gaming state has shifted to the second RT gaming state, and that the "pseudo-bonus" in which the ART is set has started over the execution of a predetermined number of games.

The game control microcomputer 61 starts rotating the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R at the timing TA5 when the specific stop period has elapsed from the timing TA4. As a result, the opening in the normal mode is completed.

On the other hand, in the case of the special mode, the game control microcomputer 61 starts executing the opening at the timing TB1 when all the reels 6L, 6C, 6R shown in FIG. 22A are rotated at a constant speed, as in the case of the normal mode. To do.

However, unlike the case of the normal mode, the game control microcomputer 61 displays the "Red Seven" symbol from the display window at the earliest (shorter required time) from the time of timing TB1 among the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R. The reel that can be stopped as the middle symbol of the visible reel is determined by the timing TB1. That is, the timing TB1 is determined for the reel that takes the shortest time required for rotational movement from the position of the "red seven" symbol in the timing TB1 to the position of the middle symbol of the reel that can be seen from the display window. Specifically, for example, one reel is determined from the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R with reference to the reel reference positions of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R at the timing TB1.

FIG. 22B illustrates a case where the game control microcomputer 61 determines the middle reel 6C among the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R. In this case, the time required for the rotational movement from the position of the "red seven" symbol in the timing TB1 to the position of the middle symbol of the reel seen from the display window was shorter for the middle reel 6C than for the other reels 6L and 6R. The control microcomputer 61 determines the middle reel 6C at the timing TB1.

Based on the determination, the game control microcomputer 61 controls the execution of the reel motor 55C so that the "Red Seven" symbol is stopped as the middle symbol of the middle reel 6C visible from the middle display window 5C. As a result, at the timing TB2, the "red seven" symbol of the middle reel 6C stops on the effective line L1 (see FIG. 22 (B)). Timing TB2 is the timing at which the time required for rotational movement from the position of the "red seven" symbol at the time of timing TB1 to the position of the middle symbol of the middle reel 6C seen from the middle display window 5C has elapsed from timing TB1. is there.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 61 can stop the "Red Seven" symbol, which is the earliest (shorter required time) from the time of timing TB2 among the remaining reels 6L and 6R, as the middle symbol of the reel that can be seen from the display window. The reel is determined by the timing TB2. Specifically, for example, one reel is determined from the two reels 6L and 6R with reference to the reel reference positions of the reels 6L and 6R at the timing TB2.

FIG. 22C illustrates a case where the game control microcomputer 61 determines the left reel 6L of the remaining reels 6L and 6R. In this case, since the left reel 6L was shorter than the right reel 6R in terms of the time required for rotational movement from the position of the "red seven" symbol in the timing TB2 to the position of the middle symbol of the reel seen from the display window, the game control microcomputer. 61 determined the left reel 6L at the timing TB2.

Based on the determination, the game control microcomputer 61 controls the execution of the reel motor 55L so that the "Red Seven" symbol is stopped as the middle symbol of the left reel 6L visible from the left display window 5L. As a result, at the timing TB3, the "Red Seven" symbol on the left reel 6L stops on the effective line L1 (see FIG. 22C). Timing TB3 is the timing at which the time required for rotational movement from the position of the "red seven" symbol at the time of timing TB2 to the position of the middle symbol of the left reel 6L seen from the left display window 5L has elapsed from timing TB2. is there.

After that, the game control microcomputer 61 controls the execution of the reel motor 55R so that the "red seven" symbol is stopped as the middle symbol of the right reel 6R visible from the right display window 5R for the remaining right reel 6R. As a result, the "Red Seven" symbol on the right reel 6R stops on the effective line L1 at the timing TB4 (see FIG. 22 (D)). Timing TB4 is the timing at which the time required for rotational movement from the position of the "red seven" symbol at the time of timing TB3 to the position of the middle symbol of the right reel 6R seen from the right display window 5R has elapsed from timing TB3. is there.

After that, the game control microcomputer 61 stops and displays the three sets of "Red Seven" symbols on the effective line L1 for a specific stop period ("3 seconds") from the timing TB4, as in the case of the normal mode. Then, the rotation of the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R is started at the timing TB5 when the specific stop period has elapsed from the timing TB4. As a result, the opening in the special mode is completed.

FIG. 23 shows a timing chart for various timings of the opening in the normal mode and various timings of the opening in the special mode. Since the timing TA1 and the timing TB1 described above correspond to the timing when any of the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R reach the constant speed rotation, the timing TA1 and the timing TB1 are the same.

Subsequently, the period from timing TA1 to timing TA2 in the normal aspect and the period from timing TB1 to timing TB2 in the special aspect will be described. During the period from timing TA1 to timing TA2 in the normal mode, the left reel 6L rotates at least two turns as described above. On the other hand, during the period from timing TB1 to timing TB2 in the special aspect, the reel (middle reel 6C in the example shown in FIG. 22) does not rotate for one round as described above. Therefore, the period from timing TB1 to timing TB2 in the special aspect is shorter than the period from timing TA1 to timing TA2 in the normal aspect.

Next, the period from timing TA2 to timing TA3 in the normal aspect and the period from timing TB2 to timing TB3 in the special aspect will be described. In the period from timing TA2 to timing TA3 in the normal mode, the middle reel 6C rotates by at least two revolutions as described above, whereas in the period from timing TB2 to timing TB3 in the special aspect, as described above. The reel (left reel 6L in the example shown in FIG. 22) does not rotate for one round. Therefore, the period from timing TB2 to timing TB3 in the special aspect is shorter than the period from timing TA2 to timing TA3 in the normal aspect.

Further, the period from timing TA3 to timing TA4 in the normal aspect and the period from timing TB3 to timing TB4 in the special aspect will be described. In the period from timing TA3 to timing TA4 in the normal aspect, the right reel 6R rotates by at least two turns as described above, whereas in the period from timing TB3 to timing TB4 in the special aspect, as described above. The reel (right reel 6R in the example shown in FIG. 22) does not rotate for one round. Therefore, the period from timing TB3 to timing TB4 in the special aspect is shorter than the period from timing TA3 to timing TA4 in the normal aspect.

Therefore, as shown in FIG. 23, it is more special than the period from the timing TA1 corresponding to the opening start timing in the normal mode to the timing TA4 corresponding to the timing when the three sets of the "red seven" symbols are stopped and displayed. The period from the timing TB1 corresponding to the opening start timing in the embodiment to the timing TB4 corresponding to the timing when the three sets of the "red seven" symbols are stopped and displayed is shorter. That is, the opening in the special mode makes it easier for the three "Red Seven" symbols to be aligned on the effective line L1 more quickly than the opening in the normal mode.

[Reel rotation stop processing] In the reel rotation stop processing (S209) shown in FIG. 24, the game control microcomputer 61 first enables the pressing operation of the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R (S901). As a result, when the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R are operated, the reels 6L, 6C, 6R can be stopped rotating correspondingly.

Next, it is determined whether or not the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R have been pressed (S902). If the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R are operated (YES in S902), the process proceeds to the stop control process (S903) described later, and if the reel corresponding to the operated stop button is being rotationally driven, the operation proceeds. The stop control of the reel is performed.

In step S904, it is determined whether or not the stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, and 30R are lit. In the present embodiment, as described above, regarding the first stop operation in the order of pressing the correct answer of the first bell small combination, which stop button should be operated in the first stop operation using the stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, 30R. It is configured to notify what is happening. Therefore, after the first stop operation is performed, the lit stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, and 30R are turned off to end the notification regarding the first stop operation in the correct pressing order. Therefore, if the stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, and 30R are not lit (NO in S904), that is, if they are off, the process proceeds to step S906 as it is, but if they are lit (in S904). YES), turn off the lit stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, 30R (S905), and proceed to step S906.

In step S906, it is determined whether or not the rotation of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped. If the rotation of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R is not stopped (NO in S906), that is, if even one of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R is rotating, the process returns to step S902. On the other hand, when the rotation of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped (YES in S906), all the SB operation flags turned on in steps S953, S960, S966 of the stop control process (S903) described later are turned off. Then (S907), this process is completed.

[Stop control process] The stop control process (S903) shown in FIG. 25 is a process performed on the stop button that has been pressed among the three stop buttons 9L, 9C, and 9R. The game control microcomputer 61 first determines whether or not the stop button for which the pressing operation was performed immediately before the main process is the left stop button 9L (S951). If the left stop button is 9L (YES in S951), it is determined whether the left SB operation flag is ON (S952). When the left SB operation flag is ON, it means that the operation of the left stop button 9L has already been performed to stop the fluctuation of the left reel 6L. If the left SB operation flag is ON (YES in S952), this process ends, but if it is not ON (NO in S952), that is, if the left SB operation flag is OFF, the left SB operation flag is turned ON. (S953), the left SB operation command relating to the operation of the left stop button 9L is set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S954), and the process proceeds to step S955.

In step S955, the symbol combination rotation stop control of the left reel 6L is performed. Specifically, based on the game combination in which the winning flag is ON and the operation timing (timing when the operation is accepted) of the left stop button 9L, the execution control of the reel motor 55L including the above-mentioned pull-in control is performed to the left. Stop the reel 6L.

As soon as the rotation of the left reel 6L is stopped (YES in S956), the left reel rotation stop command regarding the rotation stop of the left reel 6L is set (S957), and this process is completed.

On the other hand, if the stopped button operated in step S951 is not the left stop button 9L (NO in S951), the process proceeds to step S958.

The processes of steps S958 to S964 are processes related to the middle stop button 9C of the middle reel 6C. That is, the game control microcomputer 61 first determines in step S958 whether or not the stop button for which the pressing operation was performed immediately before this process is the middle stop button 9C. If the middle stop button 9C is used (YES in S958), it is determined whether the middle SB operation flag is ON (S959). When the middle SB operation flag is ON, it means that the operation of the middle stop button 9C has already been performed to stop the fluctuation of the middle reel 6C. If the middle SB operation flag is ON (YES in S959), this process ends, but if it is not ON (NO in S959), that is, if the middle SB operation flag is OFF, the SB operation flag is turned ON. (S960), the middle SB operation command regarding the operation of the middle stop button 9C is set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S961), and the process proceeds to step S962.

In step S965, the symbol combination rotation stop control of the middle reel 6C is performed. Specifically, based on the game combination in which the winning flag is ON and the operation timing (timing when the operation is accepted) of the middle stop button 9C, the execution control of the reel motor 55C including the above-mentioned pull-in control is performed. Stop the reel 6C.

As soon as the rotation of the middle reel 6C is stopped (YES in S963), the middle reel rotation stop command regarding the rotation stop of the middle reel 6C is set (S964), and this process is completed.

On the other hand, if the stopped button operated in step S908 is not the middle stop button 9C (NO in S908), the process proceeds to step S915 to perform the process related to the right stop button 9R.

The processes of steps S965 to S970 are the processes related to the right stop button 9R of the right reel 6R. That is, first, in step S965, it is determined whether or not the right SB operation flag indicating that the operation of the right stop button 9R has already been performed in order to stop the right reel 6R is ON. If the right SB operation flag is ON (YES in S965), this process ends, but if it is not ON (NO in S965), that is, if the right SB operation flag is OFF, the right SB operation flag is turned ON. (S966), the right SB operation command relating to the operation of the right stop button 9R is set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S967), and the process proceeds to step S968.

In step S968, the symbol combination rotation stop control of the right reel 6R is performed. Specifically, based on the game combination in which the winning flag is ON and the operation timing (timing when the operation is accepted) of the right stop button 9R, the execution control of the reel motor 55R including the above-mentioned pull-in control is performed to the right. Stop the reel 6R.

As soon as the rotation of the right reel 6R is stopped (YES in S969), the right reel rotation stop command regarding the rotation stop of the right reel 6R is set (S970), and this process is completed.

[Stop display symbol determination process] In the stop display symbol determination process (S210) shown in FIG. 26, the game control microcomputer 61 first confirms the stop display symbol displayed in the frame of the display windows 5L, 5C, and 5R. Then, the information is stored in the RAM 64 (S1201). Next, based on the stop display symbol, it is determined whether or not there is a combination of symbols corresponding to the game combination on the effective line L1 (S1202).

If there is a combination of symbols corresponding to the game combination on the effective line L1 (YES in S1202), it means that the game combination corresponding to the symbol is established, so the type of the established game combination is selected. Set the display symbol flag to indicate (S1203). The values of the display symbol flags according to the game combination are as shown in FIG. As described above, the display symbol flag is cleared to zero in the game start preparation process (S202) of the main control process (FIG. 11).

Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the display symbol flag is "20" or "21" (S1204). That is, it is determined whether or not the established game combination is a re-game combination (first re-game combination, second re-game combination).

If the re-gaming combination (first re-gaming combination, second re-gaming combination) is established, automatic betting processing is performed in the next unit game. Therefore, if the value of the display symbol flag is "20" or "21" (YES in S1204), the automatic bet flag is turned ON (S1205), and the process proceeds to step S1207. On the other hand, if the value of the display symbol flag is neither "20" nor "21" (NO in S1204), the established game combination is one of the game combination with payout (small combination 1 to small combination 10). ), So turn on the payout flag (S1206) and proceed to step S1207.

If there is no combination of symbols corresponding to the game combination on the effective line L1 (NO in S1202), the unit game proceeds to step S1207 without setting the display symbol flag.

In step S1207, the winning flags corresponding to all the game combinations are turned off. Then, the stop display symbol command related to the stop display symbol is set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S1208), and this process is completed.

[Medal payout process] In the medal payout process (S211) shown in FIG. 27, the game control microcomputer 61 first determines whether or not the payout flag is ON (S1301). If the payout flag is not ON (NO in S1301), this process ends, but if it is ON (YES in S1301), the payout number command regarding the number of medals to be paid out is issued to RAM64 based on the value of the display symbol flag. Set in the output buffer (S1302). Next, it is determined whether or not the above credit function is enabled (S1303).

If the credit function is not enabled (NO on S1303), that is, if the credit function is disabled, proceed to step S1307, but if it is enabled (YES on S1303), the above virtual It is determined whether the sum of the number of medals and the number of medals paid out exceeds the creditable upper limit (“50” in this embodiment) (S1304). If the upper limit is not exceeded (NO in S1304), that is, if the sum of the number of virtual medals and the number of medals paid out is less than or equal to the upper limit, the number of medals paid out is indicated by the credit display unit 21. (S1305), and the process proceeds to step S1309.

On the other hand, if the sum of the number of virtual medals and the number of medals paid out exceeds the upper limit (“50”) (YES in S1304), the number of virtual medals shown in the credit display unit 21 is up to the upper limit. The addition is displayed (S1306), and the process proceeds to step S1307.

In step S1307, medals are paid out from the medal payout outlet 38. If the credit function is disabled, the same number of medals as the number of medals to be paid out will be paid out. On the other hand, when the credit function is enabled, medals exceeding "50" among the sum of the number of virtual medals and the number of medals to be paid out are paid out. Then, as soon as the payout is completed (YES in S1308), the process proceeds to step S1309.

In step S1309, it is determined whether or not the value of the game state flag is other than 0. That is, it is determined whether the current gaming state is the first RT gaming state or the second RT gaming state corresponding to the advantageous section. If the value of the game state flag is not other than "0" (NO in S1309), that is, if the game state is a non-RT game state, the process proceeds to step S1311 as it is, but if the value of the game state flag is other than "0" (YES in S1309), that is, if the gaming state is the first RT gaming state or the second RT gaming state, the number of payouts is added to the value of the second integration counter described above, and the process proceeds to step S1311 (S1310).

In step S1311, a payout end command indicating that the medal payout has been completed is set. After that, this process ends.

[First RT State Processing] In the first RT state processing (S212) shown in FIG. 28, the game control microcomputer 61 first determines whether or not the value of the game state flag is "1" (S1401). If the value of the game status flag is not "1" (NO in S1401), that is, if the value of the game status flag is "0" or "2", this process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, when the value of the game state flag is "1" (YES in S1401), that is, when the game state is the first RT game state, the advantageous section continuation determination process (S1402) described later is performed. Then, it is determined whether or not the above-mentioned third transition flag is ON (S1403).

If the third transition flag is not ON (NO in S1403), this process ends, but if the third transition flag is ON (YES in S1403), the first RT gaming state ends with the end of the advantageous section. Set the 1st RT forced termination command (S1404) to indicate, and end this process.

[Advantageous section continuation determination process] In the advantageous section continuation determination process (S1402) shown in FIG. 29, the game control microcomputer 61 adds "1" to the value of the first integration counter described above (S1451). As a result, the total number of games played over a series of advantageous sections including the unit game is measured.

Next, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the value of the first integration counter is the same as the upper limit number of games (“1500” in this embodiment) (S1452). If the value of the first integration counter is not the same as the maximum number of games (NO in S1452), then it is determined whether the value of the second integration counter exceeds the maximum number of payouts (“2400” in this embodiment). (S1453). If the value of the second integration counter does not exceed the upper limit payout number (NO in S1453), that is, if the value of the second integration counter is less than or equal to the upper limit payout number, this process ends as it is. On the other hand, if the value of the first integration counter is the same as the maximum number of games (YES in S1452), or if the value of the second integration counter exceeds the maximum number of payouts (YES in S1453), the third Turn on the migration flag (S1454) to end this process. As a result, in the next unit game (next game), the game state is forcibly changed from the first RT game state or the second RT game state to the non-RT game state.

[Second RT State Processing] In the second RT state processing (S213) shown in FIG. 30, the game control microcomputer 61 first determines whether or not the value of the game state flag is “2” (S1501). If the value of the game status flag is not "2" (NO in S1501), that is, if the value of the game status flag is "0" or "1", this process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, when the value of the game state flag is "2" (YES in S1501), that is, when the game state is the second RT game state, "1" is added to the value of the second RT game number counter described above. Then, the above-mentioned advantageous section continuation determination process (S1402) is performed.

After executing the advantageous section continuation determination process (S1402), it is determined whether or not the above-mentioned third transition flag is ON (S1503). If the third transition flag is ON (YES in S1503), the second RT forced termination command indicating that the second RT gaming state ends with the end of the advantageous section is set (S1504), and this process ends.

On the other hand, if the third transition flag is not ON (NO in S1503), it is subsequently determined whether or not the value of the second RT game number counter is the same as the specific number of games (“30” in this embodiment) (S1505). ). The specific number of games is the number of games in which the second RT game state continues. If the value of the 2nd RT game counter is not the same as the specific number of games (NO in S1505), this process ends, but if the value of the 2nd RT game counter is the same as the specific number of games (YES in S1505), the first 2 Set the RT end command (S1506). Then, the first transition flag is turned ON (S1507). As a result, in the next unit game (next game), the game state is changed from the second RT game state to the first RT game state.

After that, the game control microcomputer 61 turns on (starts) the above-mentioned post-migration counter (S1508). The number of unit games (next game) since the end of the previous second RT game state is measured by using the activated post-transition counter. After that, the second RT game number counter is turned off (S1509), and this process ends.

6. Operation of Sub-Control Board Next, among the control processes performed on the sub-control board 70, the sub-control process will be described with reference to FIGS. 31 to 35.

[Sub-control processing] In the sub-control processing shown in FIG. 31, the effect control microcomputer 71 first performs a power-on processing (S2001). Specifically, the CPU 72 performs error checking and initialization (for example, initialization of game information) of the RAM 74 and the like. Subsequently, a command reception process (S2002) for receiving various commands from the main control board 60 is performed. In this command reception process (S2002), information (game information) about the game state is changed based on, for example, a combination determination result command, an SB operation command, a second RT start command, and a second RT end command.

Next, the command analysis process (S2003) described later is performed. After that, a command transmission process (S2004) for transmitting a command to the image control board 80 is performed. Next, a lamp effect execution process (S2005) for executing a lamp effect using the effect lamp 40 or the like is performed.

Next, the sound effect execution process (S2006) for executing the sound effect using the speaker 41 is performed. In the sub-control process, steps S2002 to S2006 are looped after the power-on process (S2001) is performed for the first time.

[Command analysis process] In the command analysis process (S2003) shown in FIG. 32, the effect control microcomputer 71 first determines whether or not a combination determination result command has been received (S2101). If the combination determination result command has been received (YES in S2101), the combination determination result command reception process (S2102) described later is performed to end this process.

On the other hand, if the combination determination result command has not been received (NO in S2101), it is determined whether or not the SB operation command has been received (S2103). If the SB operation command has been received (YES in S2103), the SB operation command reception process (S2104) described later is performed to end this process.

On the other hand, if the SB operation command has not been received (NO in S2103), it is determined whether or not the second RT start command has been received (S2105). If the second RT start command has been received (YES in S2105), the second RT start command reception process (S2106) is performed to end this process. In the second RT start command reception process (S2106), the execution of various effects is started at the start of the second RT game state.

On the other hand, if the second RT start command has not been received (NO in S2105), it is determined whether or not the second RT end command has been received (S2107). If the second RT end command has been received (YES in S2107), the second RT end command reception process (S2108) is performed to end this process. In the second RT end command reception process (S2108), for example, the execution of various effects executed in the second RT game state is terminated, or the ending effect indicating the end of the second RT game state is executed.

On the other hand, if the second RT start command has not been received (NO in S2107), the process proceeds to step S2109, and a process (other command reception process) to be executed in connection with the reception of a command other than the above is performed to end this process.

[Rule determination result command reception process] In the combination decision result command reception process (S2102) shown in FIG. 33, the effect control microcomputer 71 first analyzes the combination determination result command (S2301). Then, the information obtained by the analysis (information about the winning game combination) is stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 74. As a result, the information can be used in each process performed by the effect control microcomputer 71. Next, it is determined whether or not the gaming state is the second RT gaming state (S2302). Specifically, the determination is made based on the game information created in step S2002.

If the game state is not the 2nd RT game state (NO in S2302), the process proceeds to step S2308 described later, but if the game state is the 2nd RT game state (YES in S2302), the received combination determination result command is It is determined whether or not the winning of the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4 or the small winning combination 5 is related (S2303). If the received winning combination decision result command is related to winning the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4 or the small winning combination 5 (YES in S2303), the process proceeds to step S2304, and the winning operation according to the correct answer pressing order is specified.

Specifically, for example, if the winning combination decision result command is related to winning the small winning combination 3, the pressing operation of the left stop button 9L, which is the first stop operation in the correct answer pressing order of the small winning combination 3, is specified as a winning operation. If the winning combination result command is related to winning the small winning combination 4, the pressing operation of the middle stop button 9C, which is the first stop operation in the correct pressing order of the small winning combination 4, is specified as a winning operation. If the winning combination decision result command is related to winning the small winning combination 5, the pressing operation of the right stop button 9R, which is the first stop operation in the correct answer pressing order of the small winning combination 5, is specified as a winning operation. The specified winning operation is stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 74.

After that, the winning operation notification effect (image effect) corresponding to the specified winning operation is selected (S2305). Specifically, a command related to the selected winning operation notification effect is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 74, and the command is transmitted to the image control board 80 in the command transmission process of step S2004 described above. As a result, the execution of the winning operation notification effect is started.

The winning operation notification effect is an image effect that notifies the stop button to be operated as the first stop operation based on the correct pressing order of the winning small winning combination 3, small winning combination 4 or small winning combination 5. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 35 (A), it is an image effect using an image P1 that displays a number "1" on the lower left, lower center, or lower right of the display screen 42a of the image display device 42.

For example, in the winning operation notification effect when the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 7 and the small winning combination 8 are won in duplicate, the image P1 in which the number “1” is arranged on the lower left of the display screen 42a is used. Further, in the winning operation notification effect when the small winning combination 4, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 8 are won in duplicate, the image P1 in which the number “1” is arranged in the lower center of the display screen 42a is used. The image P1 shown in FIG. 35A is for use in the winning operation notification effect in this case. Further, in the winning operation notification effect when the small winning combination 5, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 7 are won in duplicate, the image P1 in which the number "1" is arranged on the lower right side of the display screen 42a is used.

In the present embodiment, when the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4 or the small winning combination 5 is won in the BB gaming state or the RT gaming state, in addition to the above-mentioned light emission of the stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, 30R, the above Execute the winning operation notification effect. Therefore, by executing the winning operation notification effect using the above image P1 while all reels are rotating, the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4 or the small winning combination 5 is won more reliably than in the case where only the stop notification lamp emits light. It is possible to make the player grasp the above and to urge the player to stop each reel in the order of pressing the correct answer.

Returning to FIG. 33, the determination of NO in step S2303, that is, the received combination determination result command is a game combination other than the small combination 3, small combination 4 and small combination 5 (that is, small combination 1, small combination 2, small combination). 9. If it is related to winning the small role 10, the first re-game combination or the second re-game combination), the received combination determination result command is the cherry small role (small role 1, small role 9) or the watermelon small role (small role 1, small role 9). It is determined whether or not the winning of the small winning combination 2 and the small winning combination 10) is related (S2306). When the received combination determination result command is neither related to winning the cherry small role nor related to the winning of the watermelon small role (NO in S2306), that is, related to the winning of the first re-game combination or the second re-game combination. If so, proceed to step S2308, but if it is related to winning a cherry small role or a watermelon small role (YES in S2306), the winning game role (cherry small role or watermelon small role) Select the appropriate game role notification effect (image effect) (S2307). Specifically, a command related to the selected game combination notification effect is set in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 74, and the command is transmitted to the image control board 80 in the command transmission process of step S2004 described above. As a result, the execution of the game combination notification effect is started.

The game combination notification effect is an image effect for notifying the winning of a cherry small role (small role 1, small role 9) or a watermelon small role (small role 2). Specifically, for example, an image including a symbol (a symbol attached to the outer peripheral surface of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R) of the winning game combination (cherry small combination or watermelon small combination) on the display screen 42a of the image display device 42. It is an image production that displays. By executing this game combination notification effect, the winning of the cherry small role or the watermelon small role is played as compared with the case where the notification regarding the winning of the cherry small role or the watermelon small role is given only by lighting the special role notification lamp 27. It is possible for a person to easily recognize it.

In step S2308, processing other than the above (other processing), which is executed when the combination determination result command is received, is performed, and this processing is completed.

[SB operation command reception process] In the SB operation command reception process (S2104) shown in FIG. 34, the effect control microcomputer 71 first analyzes the SB operation command (S2701). Then, the information obtained by the analysis (information about the pressed stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R) is stored in the RAM 74. Next, it is determined whether or not the above-mentioned winning operation notification effect is being executed (S2702).

If the winning operation notification effect is not being executed (NO in S2702), the process proceeds to step S2706, but if the winning operation notification effect is being executed (YES in S2702), the stop is based on the information obtained in step S2701 above. It is determined whether the button operation matches the winning operation specified in step S2304 of the above-mentioned combination determination result command reception process (FIG. 33) (S2703). If the operation of the stop button matches the winning operation (YES in S2703), the winning operation success effect (image effect) indicating that the operation of the stop button matches the first stop operation in the correct pressing order. ) Is selected (S2704), and the process proceeds to step S2706. Specifically, a command related to the selected winning operation success effect is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 74, and the command is transmitted to the image control board 80 in the process of step S2004 described above. As a result, the execution of the winning operation success effect is started. This winning operation success effect is an image effect using the image P2 in which the character string "OK!" Is arranged in the center of the display screen 42a of the image display device 42 shown in FIG. 35 (B).

Returning to FIG. 34, if the specified stop button does not match the operation related to the pressing order of the winning operation (NO in S2703), the winning operation failure effect indicating that the operation of the stop button is not in the correct pressing order (NO). Image production) is selected (S2705). Specifically, a command related to the selected winning operation failure effect is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 74, and the command is transmitted to the image control board 80 in the process of step S2004 described above. As a result, the execution of the winning operation failure effect is started. This winning operation failure effect is an image effect using the image P3 in which the character string “Failure!” Is arranged in the center of the display screen 42a of the image display device 42 shown in FIG. 35 (C).

In step S2706, processing other than the above (other processing) executed in response to the reception of the SB operation command is performed, and this processing is completed.

7. Effect of the present embodiment As described in detail above, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment (first embodiment), the reels 6L, 6C, 6R at the start of the first unit game that has shifted to the second RT game state are After the constant speed rotation, the variable operation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped without pressing the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R by the player, and three "Red Seven" symbols are aligned on the effective line L1. Is stopped and displayed. At that time, when the variable operation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped in the normal mode shown in FIGS. 21 (A) to 21 (D) and 23 (A), and when the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are stopped in the normal mode shown in FIGS. 22 (A) to 22 (D). ), There are times when it stops in the special mode shown in FIG. 23 (B). Therefore, it is possible to make the process until the three sets of "Red Seven" symbols are stopped and displayed, and it is possible to prevent the mannerism.

Moreover, the special mode has a shorter period from the constant speed rotation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R to the stop of the variable operation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R than in the normal mode. Therefore, it is easy for the player to grasp the difference between the modes, and when the reels 6L, 6C, 6R are stopped in the special mode, the progress of the game can be accelerated as compared with the case in the normal mode. There is.

Further, in the slot machine 1, the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R fluctuate in the first unit game performed during the setting of the second RT game state, which is more advantageous to the player than the first RT game state in that it is set to ART. Operation can be stopped. Therefore, the player can grasp that the gaming state is set to the second RT gaming state which is advantageous to the player by stopping the variable operation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R.

Further, when the gaming state shifts from the second RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state again through the first RT gaming state, the first unit performed during the setting of the second RT gaming state shifted through the first RT gaming state. In the game, the variable operation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped in a specific mode.

When the 2nd RT gaming state is changed to the 2nd RT gaming state again after passing through the 1st RT gaming state, the variable operation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R accompanying the opening reel processing is repeatedly stopped via the 1st RT gaming state. Will be. Therefore, the player may feel annoyed that the fluctuation operation is repeatedly stopped.

In particular, the second RT gaming state is a gaming state in which the player can easily win a medal because the first bell small winning combination is easily won and the correct answer pressing order of the first bell small winning combination is notified. Therefore, in the second RT game state, the player tends to want to advance the game faster and win a medal. Therefore, the player feels annoyed (irritated) that the variable operation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped and the progress of the game is delayed every time the second RT game state is repeated through the first RT game state. There is a risk that it will end up.

Therefore, in the second RT gaming state that shifts from the second RT gaming state through the first RT gaming state, the variable operation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R may stop in a special mode in which the required time is relatively short. Therefore, when the variable operation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped in a special mode in the first unit game in such a second RT game state, the player feels that it is troublesome to repeatedly stop the variable operation. It is possible to prevent it.

In addition, when the gaming state shifts to the second RT gaming state again after the end of the second RT gaming state and the first RT gaming state in which the unit game is performed a number of times equal to or less than the above first threshold value (“128”). In the second RT gaming state after the first RT gaming state, the variable operation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped in a specific mode.

When the unit game is performed a number of times equal to or less than the first threshold value and the unit game is changed to the second RT game state again, the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R are repeatedly stopped in a relatively short period of time. As a result, the player tends to feel annoyed that the variable motion is repeatedly stopped.

On the other hand, in the slot machine 1, the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R fluctuate in a special mode in the first unit game in the second RT game state after the first RT game state in which the unit game is performed a number of times equal to or less than the first threshold value. When is stopped, it is possible to surely prevent the player from feeling that it is troublesome to repeatedly stop the variable motion.

8. Modification example Next, a modification example will be described. In the description of the modified example, the same components as those of the slot machine 1 of the above-described embodiment are designated by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be appropriately combined and configured. Further, the technical features in the above-described embodiment and the following modification examples can be appropriately deleted unless they are described as essential in the present specification.

In the first embodiment, in the opening reel processing (S804), the fluctuation operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R (a plurality of fluctuation display means) is stopped for a predetermined period. However, instead of that, the variation operation of the plurality of variation display means may be temporarily stopped. Specifically, for example, in the normal mode (normal mode), the left reel 6L shown in FIGS. 21 (B) to 21 (D), the middle reel 6C shown in FIGS. 21 (C) to 21 (D), In addition, at least one reel of the right reel 6R shown in FIG. 21 (D) may be stopped for a predetermined period while making slight movements periodically or randomly.

Further, for example, in the case of a special mode (special mode), the middle reel 6C shown in FIGS. 22 (B) to 22 (D), the left reel 6L shown in FIGS. 22 (C) to 22 (D), and At least one reel of the right reel 6R shown in FIG. 22D may be configured to stop for a predetermined period while making slight movements periodically or randomly.

Further, in the normal mode (normal mode) of the first embodiment, the first reel (for example, the left reel 6L) is rotated by two turns from the timing TA1 to stop the variable operation of the first reel. After that, the "Red Seven" symbol is stopped at the middle symbol of the first reel that can be visually recognized from the display window (left display window 5L). However, the "Red Seven" symbol may be stopped at the middle symbol of the first reel that can be seen from the display window after rotating for one lap or three or more laps instead of two laps.

Further, the stop mode of the variable operation of the second reel can be visually recognized from the display window (middle display window 5C) after rotating the second reel (for example, the middle reel 6C) for two turns from the timing TA2. The "Red Seven" symbol is stopped at the middle symbol of the second reel. However, the "Red Seven" symbol may be stopped at the middle symbol of the second reel that can be seen from the display window after rotating for one lap or three or more laps instead of two laps.

Further, the stop mode of the variable operation of the third reel can be visually recognized from the display window (right display window 5R) after rotating the third reel (for example, the right reel 6R) for two turns from the timing TA2. The "Red Seven" symbol is stopped at the middle symbol of the third reel. However, the "Red Seven" symbol may be stopped at the middle symbol of the third reel that can be seen from the display window after rotating for one lap or three or more laps instead of two laps.

Further, in the normal mode (normal mode) of the first embodiment, the first reel is rotated by two turns from the timing TA1 for the fluctuation operation of the first reel, and the fluctuation operation of the second reel is performed. The second reel from the timing TA2 is rotated by two turns, and the third reel from the timing TA3 is rotated by two turns for the fluctuation operation of the third reel. However, for example, for the fluctuation operation of the first reel, the first reel is rotated by one revolution from the timing TA1, and for the fluctuation operation of the second reel, the second reel from the timing TA1 is rotated by 2 instead of the timing TA2. The third reel may be rotated by three laps, and the third reel may be rotated by three laps from the timing TA1 instead of the timing TA3 for the fluctuation operation of the third reel. That is, the first reel from the timing TA1 is rotated by the "first round" of "0" or more for the fluctuation operation of the first reel, and the same timing TA1 to the "first" for the fluctuation operation of the second reel. It may be configured to rotate by "second lap" more than "one lap", and further rotate by "third lap" more than "second lap" from the same timing TA1 for the fluctuation operation of the third reel.

Further, the normal mode (normal mode) of the first embodiment is set to stop in the order of left reel 6L → middle reel 6C → right reel 6R (the same order as in the case of so-called “forward push”). However, the usual mode may be a mode in which the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R are stopped in order other than this. Specifically, for example, it may be in a mode of stopping in the order of left reel 6L → right reel 6R → middle reel 6C (the same order as in the case of so-called “scissors striking (scissors pushing)”). Further, for example, the right reel 6R → the middle reel 6C → the left reel 6L may be stopped in the order (the same order as in the case of so-called “reverse push”).

Further, in the first embodiment, the timing TA1 (timing TB1) at which all the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R reach the constant speed rotation is set when the predetermined condition is satisfied. However, other timings may be used. Specifically, for example, the timing may be a predetermined period after the operation of the start lever 6. Further, for example, the timing may be set when the start lever 6 is operated. Further, for example, the timing may be a predetermined period after the end of the wait process. Further, for example, it may be the timing at the end of the wait process. Further, for example, the timing may be set when one of the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R reaches a constant speed rotation.

Further, in the first embodiment, when the rotation speeds of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R (plurality of variable display means) in the normal mode (normal mode) and the special mode (special mode) reach the constant speed rotation. In addition, it was configured to execute the opening. That is, the opening is executed when the rotation speeds of the plurality of variable display means are constant in both the normal mode and the special mode. However, the special mode may be a mode in which the period from the time when the predetermined condition is satisfied until the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped or temporarily stopped is shorter than the normal mode, and if so, it is usually used. The operating speed (for example, rotational speed) of the plurality of variable display means in the above embodiment may be different from the operating speed of the plurality of variable display means in the special aspect. Specifically, for example, in addition to the normal mode, the special mode also has the same operation mode as the normal mode according to the first embodiment (FIGS. 21 (A), 21 (B), 21 (C) and FIG. Although it is the operation mode shown in 21 (D), the operation speed of the plurality of variable display means in the special mode is faster than the operation speed of the plurality of variable display means in the normal mode. Further, for example, in addition to the special mode, the normal mode also has the same operation mode as the special mode according to the first embodiment (FIGS. 22 (A), 22 (B), 22 (C), and 22 (C)). Although it is the operation mode) shown in D), there is a configuration in which the operation speed of the plurality of variable display means in the special mode is faster than the operation speed of the plurality of variable display means in the normal mode. In the case of these configurations, the operating speed of at least one of the plurality of variable display means in the special mode may be faster than in the normal mode.

Further, in the first embodiment, the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R (plurality of variable display means) are stopped one by one. However, a plurality or all of the plurality of variable display means may be stopped at the same time.

Further, in the first embodiment, the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R (plurality of variable display means) in the normal mode (normal mode) and the special mode (special mode) rotate in the same direction as in the normal mode. It was configured to be. However, in at least one of a normal mode and a special mode, the plurality of variable display means may be configured to rotate in a direction opposite to that in the normal state. Further, in the case of the configuration, at least a part of the plurality of variable display means may be further rotated in a direction opposite to that in the normal state.

Further, in the first embodiment, in the unit game during the setting of the second RT game state, the variable operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R (a plurality of variable display means) is stopped. However, in a unit game in which a gaming state other than the second RT gaming state is being set, such as a first RT gaming state or a non-RT gaming state, the variation operation of the plurality of variation display means may be stopped.

Further, in the first embodiment, the fluctuation operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R (a plurality of fluctuation display means) is stopped in the first unit game during the setting of the second RT game state. However, the variation operation of the plurality of variation display means may be stopped in the unit game other than the first time, such as the second and subsequent unit games and the final unit game during the setting of the second RT game state.

Further, in the first embodiment, the fluctuation operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R (plurality of fluctuation display means) is always stopped in the first unit game during the setting of the second RT game state. , The variable operation of the plurality of variable display means may not necessarily stop in the second RT game state after the transition. That is, during the setting of the second RT gaming state, there may be a case where the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped and a case where the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is not stopped.

Further, in the first embodiment, when the fluctuation operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R (plurality of fluctuation display means) is stopped in the first unit game during the setting of the second RT game state, the effect line L1 is ". The configuration is such that the three sets of "Red Seven" symbols are stopped. However, the configuration may be such that the three symbols other than the "Red Seven" symbol are stopped on the effective line L1. Alternatively, the configuration may be such that the three sets of "Red Seven" symbols stop on the above-mentioned pseudo line.

Further, in the first embodiment, even after the fluctuation operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R (a plurality of fluctuation display means) in the normal mode (normal mode) is stopped, the special mode (special mode) is used. Even after the variable operation of a plurality of variable display means is stopped, the same specific stop period is stopped. However, the stop period after the stop of the variable operation in the normal mode and the stop period after the stop of the variable operation in the special mode may be different.

Further, in the first embodiment, the upper limit number of games is set to "1500", but a value other than "1500" may be used. Further, although the upper limit payout number is set to "2400", a value other than "2400" may be used. Further, although the first threshold value is set to "128", a value other than "128" may be used. Further, although the configuration is provided with the first threshold value, the configuration may not be provided with the first threshold value. That is, in the second RT gaming state in which the second RT gaming state is shifted to the first RT gaming state and the transition is made again, the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped (or temporarily stopped) in a special mode instead of the normal mode. It may be configured.

Further, in the first embodiment, the effect device is an image display device 42 having a liquid crystal display screen 42a, but a display device having a dot matrix or 7 segments may also be used.

Further, in the first embodiment, when the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is won, the gaming state is changed in the next unit game. However, when a small winning combination other than the small winning combination 9 and the small winning combination 10 is won, the gaming state may be changed in the next unit game. Alternatively, there may be a configuration in which there is only one small winning combination of the small winning combination 9 and the small winning combination 10. Alternatively, the gaming state may be changed at a predetermined number of games determined by lottery regardless of winning the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10.

Further, if the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is won while the non-RT gaming state is set, the unit game is changed to the first RT gaming state, and the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is set during the setting of the first RT gaming state. If the small winning combination 10 is won, the unit game will be changed to the second RT game state. However, for example, if a predetermined small winning combination (for example, small winning combination 9) is won during the setting of the non-RT gaming state, the unit game is changed to the first RT gaming state and the first RT gaming state is being set. , When a small winning combination (for example, small winning combination 10) different from the predetermined small winning combination is won, the configuration may be changed to the second RT gaming state in the next unit game.

Further, in the first embodiment, when the second re-game combination is won during the setting of the first RT game state, the non-RT game state is changed in the next unit game. However, when a small winning combination other than the second re-gaming combination is won, the configuration may be changed to the non-RT gaming state in the next unit game. In the case of that configuration, the second replay combination may not be provided. Alternatively, it may be configured to shift from the first RT gaming state to the non-RT gaming state at a predetermined number of games determined by lottery, regardless of the winning of the second re-gaming combination.

Further, in the first embodiment, the gaming state has two RT gaming states (first RT gaming state and second RT gaming state), but a configuration in which there is only one RT gaming state may be used. Alternatively, there may be a configuration in which there are three or more RT gaming states.

Further, in the first embodiment, the game combination determination table shown in FIG. 9 has a set value of “6”. However, it may be a game combination determination table whose set value is "2", "3", "4" or "5".

Further, in the first embodiment, the sub control board 70 and the image control board 80 are separately configured, but the sub control board including the image control board may be used.

Further, in the first embodiment, the game machine is provided with three reels as a plurality of variable display means. However, for example, a game machine provided with four reels or two reels may be used.

Further, in the first embodiment, one effective line L1 is provided, but a plurality of effective lines L1 may be provided.

Further, in the first embodiment, the case where the three "cherry" symbols are stopped and displayed on the effective line L1 or the pseudo line is regarded as the establishment of the cherry small combination (small combination 1, small combination 9). However, for example, when the symbol of the left reel 6L forming the above line is the "cherry" symbol and the symbols of the middle reel 6C and the right reel 6R forming the line are symbols other than the "cherry" symbol, the cherry small winning combination May be established. Further, for example, when the symbols of the left reel 6L and the middle reel 6C forming the above line are "cherry" symbols, and the symbols of the right reel 6R forming the line are symbols other than the "cherry" symbol, the cherry small role May be established.

Further, in the first embodiment described above, a gaming machine that does not execute bonuses such as a so-called "big bonus (BB)" or "regular bonus (RB)" is used, but a gaming machine that can execute such a bonus may be used. ..

9. Inventions Shown in the Above Embodiments The inventions of the following means are shown in the above-described embodiments. In the description of the means described below, the corresponding configuration names and expressions in the above-described embodiment and the reference numerals used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, the components of each invention are not limited to this appendix.

<Means A>
The invention according to means A1
A plurality of variable display means (three reels 6L, 6C, 6R) that display a plurality of types of symbols in a variable manner by a variable operation, and
A stop operation unit (stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R) for stopping the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means, which can be operated by the player, and
When a predetermined condition is satisfied (timings TA1 and TB2 when the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R are rotated at a constant speed), the fluctuation operation of the plurality of fluctuation display means is stopped regardless of the operation of the stop operation unit. Alternatively, it is provided with an automatic stop execution means for temporarily stopping (a game control microcomputer 61 that executes the opening reel processing (S804)).
The automatic stop execution means
When the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped or temporarily stopped in a normal mode (normal mode shown in FIGS. 21 (A) to 21 (D)), and a special mode different from the normal mode ( There are times when the vehicle is stopped or temporarily stopped in the special mode shown in FIGS. 22 (A) to 22 (D).
The special aspect is characterized in that the period from the time when the predetermined condition is satisfied to the stop or temporary stop of the variation operation of the plurality of variation display means is shorter than that of the normal aspect. It is a game machine (slot machine 1).

According to the above-mentioned game machine, the automatic stop execution means can make the process until the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped (or temporarily stopped) in a variety of ways, and can prevent the mannerism. It is possible.

Moreover, the special mode is a mode in which the period from the time when a predetermined condition is satisfied to the stop (or temporary stop) of the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is shorter than that of the normal mode. Therefore, it is easy for the player to grasp the difference in the mode, and when the plurality of variable display means is stopped (or temporarily stopped) in a special mode, the plurality of variable display means is stopped (or temporarily stopped) in the normal mode. It is possible to accelerate the progress of the game compared to when it is stopped).

The invention according to means A2
The gaming machine according to means A1.
A game in which one game state is set from a plurality of game states including a first game state (first RT game state) and a second game state (second RT game state) that is more advantageous to the player than the first game state. A state setting means (a game control microcomputer 61 that executes a game state transition process (S203)) is provided.
The automatic stop execution means
In the unit game of the specific number of times (first time (first time)) performed during the setting of the second game state, the fluctuation operation of the plurality of fluctuation display means is stopped or temporarily stopped.
When the gaming state shifts from the second gaming state to the second gaming state again through the first gaming state, the identification performed during the setting of the second gaming state shifted through the first gaming state. The game machine is characterized in that, in the unit game of the number of times, the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means may be stopped or temporarily stopped in the special aspect.

When the second game state is changed to the second game state again after passing through the first game state, the change operation of the plurality of change display means is repeatedly stopped (or temporarily stopped) through one type of game state. Will be. Therefore, the player may feel annoyed that the variable operation is repeatedly stopped (or temporarily stopped).

Therefore, in the second gaming state in which the transition is made through the first gaming state after the second gaming state, the variation operation of the plurality of variation display means is stopped (or temporarily stopped) in a special mode in which the required time is relatively short. There is. Therefore, when the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped in a special mode in the unit game of the specific number of times in the second gaming state, the player feels that it is troublesome to repeat the stop of the variable operation. Can be prevented.

Moreover, in the unit game of a specific number of times performed during the setting of the second game state, which is more advantageous to the player than the first game state, the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means can be stopped. Therefore, the player can grasp that the gaming state is set to the second gaming state which is advantageous to the player by stopping the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means.

The invention according to means A3
The gaming machine according to means A2.
The automatic stop execution means
When the gaming state shifts to the second gaming state again after the first gaming state in which the unit game is performed a predetermined number of times (first threshold value) or less after the end of the second gaming state. In the specific number of unit games performed during the setting of the second game state that has been transferred through the first game state, the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped or temporarily stopped in the special mode. It is a game machine characterized by.

When the unit game is performed a predetermined number of times or less and the unit game is changed to the second game state again after the unit game is performed, the variable operation is repeatedly stopped (or temporarily stopped) in a relatively short period of time. Therefore, the player tends to feel annoyed about the repeated stop (or temporary stop) of the variable operation.

On the other hand, according to the above-mentioned gaming machine, in the unit game of a specific number of times in the second game state after the first game state in which the unit game is performed a predetermined number of times or less, the normal time (normal mode). ), When the variable motion of a plurality of variable motion display means is stopped in a special mode in which the variable motion is quicker than), it is possible to surely prevent the player from feeling that it is troublesome to repeatedly stop the variable motion.

1 ... Slot machine (game machine)
6C ... Medium reel (variable display means)
6L ... Left reel (variable display means)
6R ... Right reel (variable display means)
9C ... Medium stop button (stop operation unit)
9L ... Left stop button (stop operation unit)
9R ... Right stop button (stop operation unit)
60 ... Main control board 61 ... Microcomputer for game control

Claims (1)

Multiple variable display means that display multiple types of symbols in a variable manner by variable motion,
A stop operation unit for stopping the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means, which can be operated by the player,
An automatic stop executing means for stopping or temporarily stopping the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means without depending on the operation of the stop operation unit when a predetermined condition is satisfied.
A game state setting means for setting one game state from a plurality of game states including a first game state and a second game state that is more advantageous to the player than the first game state is provided.
The automatic stop execution means
When the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped or temporarily stopped in a normal mode, and when the predetermined condition is satisfied as compared with the normal mode, the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped or temporarily stopped. There are times when it is stopped or temporarily stopped in a special manner with a short period until
In the unit game of a specific number of times performed during the setting of the second game state, the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means is stopped or temporarily stopped.
When the gaming state shifts from the second gaming state to the second gaming state again through the first gaming state, the identification performed during the setting of the second gaming state shifted through the first gaming state. A gaming machine characterized in that, in the unit game of the number of times, the variable operation of the plurality of variable display means may be stopped or temporarily stopped in the special mode.