JP2021058345A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To enhance a game amusement.SOLUTION: A slot machine 1 is a slot machine in which an advantageous degree for a player differs depending on a setting value that has been set, and includes mode setting means for setting one type of mode from a plurality of types of modes including a special mode (mode A). When the setting value that has been set is a specific setting value (the setting value being (6)), the mode setting means sets one type of mode from modes (mode C and mode B) other than the special mode of the plurality of types of modes when a predetermined condition is established. When the setting value that has been set is a setting value other than the specific setting value, the mode setting means sets one type of mode from the plurality of types of modes when a predetermined condition is established.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 15

Description

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

As a conventional game machine, there is known a game machine that shifts to a predetermined gaming state when a transition lottery is won (Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2017-20216

However, the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 only repeatedly shifts between the two gaming states, and there is room for improvement from the viewpoint of improving the gaming interest.

The gaming machine of the present invention
In a game machine in which the degree of advantage to the player differs depending on the set value
Equipped with a mode setting means that can be set to one mode from multiple modes including a special mode
The mode setting means is
When the set value is a specific set value, when a predetermined condition is satisfied, one of the plurality of modes other than the special mode is set to one mode.
When the set value is a set value other than the specific set value, the mode is set from the plurality of types to one mode when the predetermined condition is satisfied.

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 mode selection process. This is a mode selection table. It is a flowchart of the activation game number selection process. (A) is the first activated game number selection table for mode A, and (B) is the second activated game number selection table for mode A. (A) is a mode B first activated game number selection table, and (B) is a mode B second activated game number selection table. (A) is a mode C first activated game number selection table, and (B) is a mode C second activated game number selection table. 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 a flowchart of a reel rotation stop processing. It is a flowchart of stop control processing. 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 the transition flag setting process at the end. 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. (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. .. It is a flowchart of SB operation command reception processing. It is a mode selection table of the modification example.

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 so as to coincide 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 that can be visually recognized from each display window 5L, 5C, 5R is three 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 positions in the display windows 5L, 5C, and 5R forming the above-mentioned effective line L1 are also referred to as predetermined positions.

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 can be drawn. 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 can be drawn. A line that is asymmetrical, such as a connected line, may be used as an effective line instead of a straight 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 this 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 can stop 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 can stop 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). Inside 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 or paid out medals 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 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 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 in 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 just below the left display window 5L, the middle stop notification lamp 30C is located just below the middle display window 5C, and the right stop notification lamp 30R is located just 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 has been established in the previous unit game and the automatic bet processing described later has been 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 the bet 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 each reel 6L, 6C, 6R with the aim of winning the winning cherry small role or watermelon small role. 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, above the game start indicator lamp 26, an advantageous section lamp 29 made of an LED is provided (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. The player can 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 gaming states (non-RT gaming state, first RT gaming state, second RT gaming state), and the conditions under which the advantageous section lamp 29 is turned on and off in 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 supply 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 of the reel tapes 7L, 7C, and 7R. In FIG. 3, frame numbers of "1" to "20" are assigned corresponding 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 each, other numbers such as 21 may be used.

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 referred to as "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" symbol, "blank 2" symbol, "blank 3" symbol and "blank 4" symbol are collectively referred to as "blank" symbol.

The "cherry 1" symbol and the "cherry 2" symbol may be visually 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. Further, although the above 12 types of symbols are used as the reel symbols, a form using 13 or more types of symbols or a form using 2 to 11 types of symbols may be used.

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 arranged 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 port 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, a rotation cylinder detection sensor 50a, a payout medal detection sensor 52a, and 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, 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, an 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 the present embodiment are all made of a stepping motor 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 arranged 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 arranged 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 the sound output of the sound, the music, the sound effect, and the like 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, and 58R are lamps arranged inside the reels 6L, 6C, and 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 production lamp 40 and the back lamps 58L, 58C, 58R is created, and the light emission pattern is created. Control the light emission of the lamp 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 to 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 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. As described above, the state in which the winning probability of the re-game combination is higher than that in the normal state (non-RT game state) (first RT game state and second RT game state) is particularly referred to as replay time.

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

Similarly to the first RT gaming state, the number of random numbers assigned to the re-game combination is larger in the second RT gaming state than 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 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 particularly 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, the notification about the first stop operation in the correct answer pressing order of the small winning combination 3 is made. 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. It is easy for people to acquire it.

Further, for example, when a cherry small role (small role 1) or a watermelon small role (small role 2) is won, the winning is notified. Specifically, a notification regarding the winning of a cherry small combination or a watermelon small combination is made using the special combination notification lamp 27, and a game combination notification effect is made using the image display device 42. 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 (AT) is set unlike the first RT gaming state, and in that respect, the second RT gaming state is the first RT gaming state (and non-RT). It can be said that the game state is more advantageous to the player than the game state).

Further, in the present embodiment, a period in which at least one of the first RT gaming state and the second RT gaming state is set as the gaming state is particularly referred to as an "advantageous section". The advantageous section of the present embodiment starts when the gaming state shifts from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state, and changes from the RT gaming state (the first RT gaming state and the second RT gaming state) to the non-RT gaming state. Ends when is migrated. Specifically, after the transition from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state, the advantageous section continues until the gaming state shifts to the next non-RT gaming state.

Further, in the present embodiment, the gaming state does not directly shift from the non-RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state, but may shift from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state. That is, the non-RT gaming state is a gaming state in which there is no possibility of shifting to the second RT gaming state (that is, the activation of ART (AT) does not occur), whereas the first RT gaming state shifts to the second RT gaming state. It is a gaming state in which there is a possibility (that is, the activation of ART (AT) can occur).

Further, the slot machine 1 has a game mode in addition to the game state. The game mode of the present embodiment has three types of game modes: mode A, mode B, and mode C. The game characteristics of the slot machine 1 differ depending on whether the game mode is set to mode A, mode B, or mode C.

Specifically, the selection table for determining (selecting) the "number of activated games (described later)", which is the number of unit games (number of games) from the first RT game state to the second RT game state, is determined by the game mode. different. That is, when the game mode being set is mode A, when the number of activated games is determined, the "first activated game number selection table for mode A (see FIG. 17 (A))" and "the first for mode A" will be described later. 2 activated game number selection table (see FIG. 17 (B)) ”is referred to. Further, in the case of mode B, "the first activated game number selection table for mode B (see FIG. 18 (A))" and "the second activated game number selection table for mode B (see FIG. 18 (B))" described later. ) ”Is referenced. Further, in the case of mode C, "the first activated game number selection table for mode C (see FIG. 19 (A))" and "the second activated game number selection table for mode C (see FIG. 19 (B))" described later. ) ”Is referenced.

In the present embodiment, the range of the number of activated games that can be selected based on the "first activated game number selection table for mode A" and the "second activated game number selection table for mode A" is an integer of "801" to "1000". It has become. In addition, the range of the number of activated games that can be selected based on the "first activated game number selection table for mode B" and the "second activated game number selection table for mode B" is an integer of "1" to "1000". ing. Further, the range of the number of activated games that can be selected based on the "first activated game number selection table for mode C" and the "second activated game number selection table for mode C" is an integer of "1" to "100". There is. That is, in the case of mode B, the number of activated games can be determined to be smaller than in the case of mode A. Further, in the case of mode C, the number of activated games is determined to be smaller than that in mode A. Therefore, in determining the number of activated games, the case of mode C is the most advantageous for the player, the case of mode B is the next most advantageous, and the case of mode A is the most disadvantageous for the player.

Further, when the game mode is mode A, after the second RT game state shifted from the first RT game state continues for "specific game number (described later)", the game shifts to the first RT game state again. Then, when the total number of games (total number of games) in the series of first RT game states and the second RT game states reaches the upper limit number of games (described later), or when the game is played over the series of first RT game states and second RT game states. When the total value of the net increase number (difference number) acquired by the person exceeds the upper limit number (described later), the gaming state shifts from the RT gaming state (1st RT gaming state, 2nd RT gaming state) to the non-RT gaming state. To do.

On the other hand, when the game mode is mode B, after the second RT game state shifted from the first RT game state continues for a "specific number of games", the game state shifts from the second RT game state to the non-RT game state.

Further, when the game mode is mode C, after the second RT game state shifted from the first RT game state continues for a "specific number of games", the second RT game state is a predetermined number of times in a series of modes C (in this embodiment, "" If it reaches "3 times"), the gaming state shifts to the non-RT gaming state. If the second RT gaming state does not reach a predetermined number of times in a series of modes C, the mode shifts to the first RT gaming state instead of the non-RT gaming state. That is, in the present embodiment, in a series of modes C, the transition from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state is repeated three times.

The gaming mode of the present embodiment is set when the gaming state is the RT gaming state (first RT gaming state, second RT gaming state), but is not set when the non-RT gaming state. Therefore, in the present embodiment, when the gaming state shifts from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state, the setting of the gaming mode is started accordingly. Then, when the gaming state shifts from the first RT gaming state or the second RT gaming state to the non-RT gaming state, the game mode setting is completed.

Further, in the present embodiment, until the game mode set according to the transition of the gaming state from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state shifts from the first RT gaming state or the second RT gaming state to the non-RT gaming state. Does not change during. Therefore, even if the gaming state shifts from the 1st RT gaming state to the 2nd RT gaming state or from the 2nd RT gaming state to the 1st RT gaming state, the type of game mode does not change due to the transition of the gaming state. Absent. That is, even if the gaming state shifts between the first RT gaming state and the second RT gaming state, the type of the game mode being set is maintained. Thus, the type of game mode selected once continues until the game state shifts to the non-RT game state.

Next, the transition (change) of the gaming state in the present embodiment will be described below. In the present embodiment, when the condition A (condition A1, condition A2, condition A3) is satisfied when the gaming state is the non-RT gaming state, the subsequent gaming state is changed from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state. (See FIGS. 6 (B), 6 (C) and 6 (D)). Condition A is "small role 1", "small role 2", "small role 3", "small role 4", "small role 5", "small role 6" as a game role in the winning combination determination process (described later). , "Small role 7" or "Small role 8".

In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6B, when the condition A1 is satisfied when the gaming state is the non-RT gaming state, the game is changed from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state in the next game. The state is changed and the game mode is set to mode A. Condition A1 is "small role 1", "small role 2", "small role 3", "small role 4", "small role 5", "small role 6", "small role 6" as a game role in the winning combination determination process. The small winning combination 7 or the small winning combination 8 is won, and the game mode is determined to be the mode A in the subsequent mode selection process (described later).

Further, as shown in FIG. 6C, if the condition A2 is satisfied when the game state is 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. The game mode is set to mode B. Condition A2 is the winning combination determination process as a game role "small role 1", "small role 2", "small role 3", "small role 4", "small role 5", "small role 6", "small role 6" The game mode is determined to be mode B in the subsequent mode selection process after winning the "combination 7" or "small win 8".

Further, as shown in FIG. 6D, when the condition A3 is satisfied when the game state is 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. The game mode is set to mode C. Condition A3 is the winning combination determination process, and the game roles are "small role 1", "small role 2", "small role 3", "small role 4", "small role 5", "small role 6", "small role 6". The winning combination 7 or the small winning combination 8 is determined, and the game mode is determined to be mode C in the subsequent mode selection process.

As described above, if the condition A (condition A1, condition A2, condition A3) 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 condition B is satisfied when the gaming state is the first RT gaming state, the subsequent gaming state is changed from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state (FIGS. 6 (B) to 6 (D)). )reference). Condition B means that the number of games in the 1st RT game state reaches the "number of activated games (described later)", or "small role 9" or "small role 9" or "small role 9" in the 1st RT game state before reaching the "number of activated games". It is to win the role 10 ".

In the present embodiment, if the condition B 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. In the present embodiment, regardless of whether the game mode being set is mode A, mode B, or mode C, if condition B is satisfied, the subsequent game state changes from the first RT game state to the second RT game. It is changed to the state (see FIGS. 6 (B) to 6 (D)).

If condition C (condition C1, condition C2, condition C3, condition C4) is satisfied when the gaming state is the second RT gaming state, the subsequent gaming state is changed from the second RT gaming state (FIG. 6 (B). )-See FIG. 6 (D)). The condition C is that the number of games in the second RT game state reaches the specific number of games (“30” in this embodiment). The specific number of games is the number of unit games (number of games) in which the setting of the second RT game state can be continued. The slot machine 1 has a configuration in which the setting of the second RT gaming state continues for a specific number of games unless the advantageous section ends.

In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6B, if the condition C1 is satisfied when the game state is the second RT game state during the setting of the mode A, the second RT game state is started in the next game. The game state is changed to the 1st RT game state. The condition C1 is that the number of games in the second RT game state reaches the specific number of games while the mode A is set, and the game state shifts from the second RT game state to the first RT game state in the next game. ..

Further, as shown in FIG. 6C, if the condition C2 is satisfied when the game state is the second RT game state during the setting of the mode B, the non-RT game is changed from the second RT game state in the next game. The game state is changed to the state. The condition C2 is that the number of games in the second RT game state reaches the specific number of games while the mode B is set, and the game state shifts from the second RT game state to the non-RT game state in the next game. ..

Further, as shown in FIG. 6D, if the condition C3 is satisfied when the game state is the second RT game state during the setting of the mode C, the first RT game is performed from the second RT game state in the next game. The game state is changed to the state. Condition C3 means that during the setting of mode C, the number of games in the second RT game state of the number of times (first or second time) less than the predetermined number of times reaches the specific number of games, and the game is played in the next game. The state is to shift from the second RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state.

Further, as shown in FIG. 6D, if the condition C4 is satisfied when the game state is the second RT game state during the setting of the mode C, the non-RT game is changed from the second RT game state in the next game. The game state is changed to the state. Condition C4 means that the number of games in the second RT game state of the predetermined number of times (third time) reaches a specific number of games during the setting of mode C, and the game state changes from the second RT game state to the non-RT in the next game. It is to shift to the game state.

In the present embodiment, when the condition C is satisfied during the setting of the second RT gaming state, the player "falls" from the second RT gaming state to a gaming state (non-RT gaming state, first RT gaming state) that is more disadvantageous to the player. Will be.

If the condition L is satisfied when the gaming state is the RT gaming state (first RT gaming state, second RT gaming state), the gaming state is changed from the RT gaming state to the non-RT gaming state (FIG. 6). (B) and FIG. 6 (C)). Condition L means that the total number of games (total number of games) in a series of first RT game states and second RT game states reaches the upper limit number of games (“1500” in this embodiment), or a series of first RT games. The total value of the net increase number (difference number) acquired by the player over the state and the second RT game state exceeds the upper limit number (“2400” in the present embodiment).

In the present embodiment, when the condition L is satisfied during the setting of the RT gaming state (first RT gaming state, second RT gaming state), the RT gaming state is "fallen" to a non-RT gaming state that is more disadvantageous to the player. Will be.

Specifically, if the condition L 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, if the condition L is satisfied before the number of games in the first RT game state reaches the number of activated games, the player "falls" into the non-RT game state. If the condition L 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, if the condition L is satisfied before the number of games in the second RT game state reaches the specific number of games, the player "falls" into the non-RT game state in the middle of ART (AT).

In the present embodiment, by having the condition L as the transition condition, the player has acquired the total number of games in the series of the first RT game state and the second RT game state, and the player over the series of the first RT game state and the second RT game state. It is possible to prevent the total value of the net increase number (difference number) from becoming excessively large.

In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, the gaming state does not shift from the non-RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state regardless of the gaming mode.

Next, when the game state shifts from the non-RT game state to the first RT game state, the game property when the game mode is set to the mode A will be described with reference to FIG. 6 (B). As shown in FIG. 6B, when the above-mentioned condition A1 is first satisfied while setting the non-RT gaming state, the gaming state shifts from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state, and the gaming mode Is set to mode A. Then, the advantageous section starts.

In mode A, if the above-mentioned condition B is satisfied while setting the first RT gaming state, the gaming state shifts from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state. That is, when the number of unit games (number of games) in the first RT game state reaches the number of activated games, or when the small win 9 or the small win 10 is won in the first RT game state, the ART (AT) is set in the next game. Activate. The game mode is not changed with the transition of the game state. That is, although the gaming state shifts (changes) to the second RT gaming state, mode A is maintained as the gaming mode. In addition, the advantageous section will continue.

Then, if the above-mentioned condition C1 is satisfied during the setting of the second RT gaming state, the gaming state shifts from the second RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state. However, the game mode is not changed with the transition of the game state. That is, although the gaming state shifts to the first RT gaming state, mode A is maintained as the gaming mode. In addition, the advantageous section will continue.

If the above condition L is satisfied while setting the first RT gaming state or the second RT gaming state in mode A, the gaming state shifts to the non-RT gaming state and the setting of mode A ends. That is, the game mode is changed from mode A to "mode non-selection" indicating a state in which the game mode is not set. In addition, the advantageous section also ends.

As described above, when the game mode is set to the mode A, the transition between the first RT game state and the second RT game state is repeated until the condition L is satisfied. That is, the configuration is such that the second RT gaming state can be continuously set with the first RT gaming state in between until the condition L is satisfied. That is, in the case of mode A, ART (AT) can be repeatedly activated during the advantageous section.

Subsequently, when the game state shifts from the non-RT game state to the first RT game state, the game property when the game mode is set to the mode B will be described with reference to FIG. 6 (C). As shown in FIG. 6C, when the above-mentioned condition A2 is first satisfied while setting the non-RT gaming state, the gaming state shifts from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state, and the gaming mode Is set to mode B. Then, the advantageous section starts.

If the above-mentioned condition B is satisfied while setting the first RT gaming state in the mode B, the gaming state shifts from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state as in the case of the mode A. As a result, ART (AT) is activated. Then, as in the case of mode A, the game mode is not changed with the transition of the game state. That is, although the gaming state shifts to the second RT gaming state, mode B is maintained as the gaming mode. In addition, the advantageous section will continue.

However, if the above-mentioned condition C2 is satisfied while the second RT gaming state is being set, the gaming state shifts from the second RT gaming state to the non-RT gaming state, unlike the case of mode A. In addition, the setting of the game mode ends with the transition of the game state. Furthermore, the advantageous section also ends.

Further, when the above-mentioned condition L is satisfied while setting the first RT gaming state or the second RT gaming state in mode B, the gaming state shifts to the non-RT gaming state as in the case of mode A, and the game is played. The mode setting is completed.

As described above, when the mode B is set at the time of transition to the first RT gaming state, the second RT gaming state can be set once after the first RT gaming state. Then, after the second RT gaming state, the mode always shifts to the non-RT gaming state and the mode B setting is completed. That is, in the case of mode B, the activation of ART (AT) is not repeated during the advantageous section.

Subsequently, the game property when the game mode is set to mode C when the game state shifts from the non-RT game state to the first RT game state will be described with reference to FIG. 6 (D). As shown in FIG. 6D, when the above-mentioned condition A3 is first satisfied while setting the non-RT gaming state, the gaming state shifts from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state, and the gaming mode Is set to mode C. Then, the advantageous section starts.

Next, as in the case of mode A and mode B, if the above-mentioned condition B is satisfied during the setting of the first RT gaming state, the gaming state shifts from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state. As a result, ART (AT) is activated. As in the case of mode A and the like, the game mode is not changed with the transition of the game state. That is, although the gaming state shifts (changes) to the second RT gaming state, mode C is maintained as the gaming mode. In addition, the advantageous section will continue.

However, if the above condition C3 is satisfied while setting the second RT gaming state that is less than the predetermined number of times, the gaming state shifts from the second RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state, but the predetermined number of times is reached. If the above-mentioned condition C4 is satisfied during the setting of the second RT gaming state, the gaming state shifts from the second RT gaming state to the non-RT gaming state. When the condition C3 is satisfied, the game mode is not changed with the transition of the gaming state and the advantageous section continues, but when the condition C4 is satisfied, the game mode is changed with the transition of the gaming state. Both the setting and the advantageous section are completed.

Further, when the above-mentioned condition L is satisfied during the setting of the first RT gaming state or the second RT gaming state, the gaming state shifts to the non-RT gaming state and the gaming mode is set as in the case of mode A or the like. Is finished.

As described above, when the mode C is set at the time of transition to the first RT gaming state, the second RT gaming state can be set a predetermined number of times after the first RT gaming state. That is, in the case of mode C, the activation of ART (AT) is repeated at least a predetermined number of times (three times) during the advantageous section.

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. Will 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 the gaming combination of the present embodiment and the number of medals to be paid out as the gaming 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 11 types of game combinations, including 10 types of small combinations 1 to 10 small combinations and a 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 linear 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. The small role 2 and the small role 10 are 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 07" to "watermelon combination 14") 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 and 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 are 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, the "cherry" symbol, and the "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 7 and the small winning combination 8 are won in duplicate with the small winning combination 3 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, and 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 re-game combination is a game combination in which the player can play the next unit game without inserting a medal, 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), which 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 brake 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), of the multiple 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 it. ing.

In the present embodiment, when both ends of the above-described reel tapes 7L, 7C, and 7R are connected to form the reel tapes 7L, 7C, and 7R into a cylindrical shape, a plurality of "replays" can be performed on any of the reel tapes 7L, 7C, and 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, 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 the present 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 shown in FIG. 3, the "cherry" symbol ("cherry 1" symbol and "cherry 2" symbol) has a plurality of "cherry" symbols every "4" frames on the middle reel tape 7C and the right reel tape 7R. Although it is arranged, there is only one in the left reel tape 7L. 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.

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 has a plurality of "cherry" symbols. 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 as the stop display symbol is won, the second bell small winning combination is not missed by the pull-in control. Can be established.

Further, the "watermelon" symbol ("watermelon 1" symbol, "watermelon 2" symbol and "watermelon 3" symbol) is arranged on the left reel tape 7L every "4" frames as shown in FIG. , Two are arranged on the middle reel tape 7C, and three are arranged on the right reel tape 7R. 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 the combination 1 to the small combination 10 and the replaying combination (in addition, the combination of the symbols due to the omission of the cherry small combination or the watermelon small combination) are stopped and displayed on the effective 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 values are advantageous to the player in the order of "1" <"2" <"3" <"4" <"5" <"6". Specifically, the larger the set value, the larger the value of "Machine Discount". In detail, the value of "Machine Discount" at "2" is larger than the value of "Machine Discount" at "1", and the value of "Machine Discount" at "2" is larger than the value of "Machine Discount" at "2". The value of "Machine Discount" in "3" is larger. Furthermore, the value of "Machine Discount" at "4" is larger than the value of "Machine Discount" at "3", and the value of "Machine Discount" at "4" is larger than the value of "Machine Discount" at "4". The value of "Machine Discount" in "5" is larger. Moreover, the value of "Machine Discount" at "6" is larger than the value of "Machine Discount" at "5".

The "machine discount" value is a theoretical value (expected value) that represents the total number of game media paid out (total number of payouts) to the total number of game media put into the slot machine 1 (total number of payouts). ("Machine Discount" = "Total number of payouts" / "Total number of inserts"). Therefore, when the same number of total input sheets is used, it is highly possible that the larger the machine discount value, the larger the total payout number can be obtained. Thus, in the present embodiment, the set values are in the order of "1" <"2" <"3" <"4" <"5" <"6", and more games are played with respect to the number of input numbers of the predetermined number of game media. There is a high possibility that the player can acquire the medium.

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 40. 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 35.

[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. 30) 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. Note that the start of the previous unit game is, in the present embodiment, by rotating the reels 6L, 6C, 6R 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 from the start of the previous unit game, until the specified time elapses. stand by. Then, this process ends when the specified time elapses from the start of the previous unit game.

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, which will be described later, but if it is determined in step S251 that the backup is normal (S251). 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 or not the setting key switch 18 (see FIG. 4) in the slot machine 1 is ON, that is, whether or not 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 who sets and operates the set value (the setter) 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 pressing operation 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. Is determined (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 is performed when the power is turned on (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. This second transition flag is turned from OFF to ON in step S511 of the winning combination determination process (S205) or step S1408 of the first RT state process (S212).

If the second transition flag is ON in step S301 (YES in S301), the game control microcomputer 61 changes the game state flag to "2" (S302). 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.

Next, the game control microcomputer 61 turns on the second RT start flag for indicating the start of the second RT game state (S303), and turns on the second RT game number counter (S304). The second RT game number counter is for measuring the number of games in a series of second RT game states.

After that, the game control microcomputer 61 turns off the second transition flag (S305), and determines whether or not the lighting mode of the advantageous section lamp 29 is turned off (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 S509 of the winning combination determination process (S205) or step S1606 of the end-time transition flag setting process (S1508).

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 second transition flag (S310), and determines whether or not the first integration counter is OFF (S311). The first integration counter is for measuring a series of first RT gaming states and second RT gaming states, that is, the total number of games over an advantageous section currently in progress. Therefore, the first integration counter is ON if it is in the advantageous section, and OFF if it is not in the advantageous section (that is, if it is in the non-advantageous section).

If the first integration counter is not OFF (NO in S311), the game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to the activation game number selection process (S370) described later, but if the first integration counter is OFF (YES in S311), The game control microcomputer 61 turns on (starts) its first integration counter and second integration counter (S312). The second integration counter is for measuring the net increase number (difference number) of medals acquired by the player over a series of first RT gaming states and second RT gaming states, that is, the advantageous section currently in progress. Therefore, the second integration counter is also ON if it is in the advantageous section and OFF if it is in the non-advantageous section, like the first integration counter. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the advantageous section is started by the game control microcomputer 61 performing the process of step S312. That is, the non-advantageous section ends.

Next, the game control microcomputer 61 performs a mode selection process (S350) described later. That is, the process of selecting the game mode is performed after the start of the advantageous section. After that, the game control microcomputer 61 performs the activation game number selection process (S370) described later.

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 S1454 of the advantageous section continuation determination process (S1402) or step S1607 of the end-time transition flag setting process (S1508).

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) and changes the mode flag to "0" (S391). The mode flag will be described later.

Further, the game control microcomputer 61 turns off the first integration counter and the second integration counter (S318). As described above, the first integration counter and the second integration counter are OFF unless they are in the advantageous section (that is, in the non-advantageous section). Therefore, in the present embodiment, the advantageous section ends when the game control microcomputer 61 performs the process of step S318. That is, the non-advantageous section is started.

After that, the game control microcomputer 61 determines 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.

[Mode selection process] The mode selection process is a process for selecting (determining) a game mode as the game state shifts from the non-RT game state to the first RT game state. In the present embodiment, the already set game mode is not reselected (determined) as the game state shifts from the second RT game state to the first RT game state. As a result, with the transition of the gaming state from the second RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state, the game mode (mode A, mode C) being set is changed to or after (specifically, after that, the gaming state is non-RT). Continue (until the game state is entered).

In the mode selection process (S350) shown in FIG. 14, the game control microcomputer 61 first determines the game mode with reference to the mode selection table shown in FIG. 15 (S351). In the present embodiment, when the set value is any one of "1", "2", "3", "4" and "5", the mode A distribution rate (probability) is "20%". , The mode B fraction (probability) is "30%", and the mode C fraction is "50%" (see FIG. 15). Therefore, when the set value is any of "1" to "5", the game mode is more likely to be set to mode B than mode A, and further to mode C rather than mode B. That is, if the set value is any of "1" to "5", mode C is most likely to be set among the three game modes.

On the other hand, when the set value is "6", the distribution rate (probability) of mode A is "0%", the distribution rate (probability) of mode B is "66%", and the mode C. The distribution rate of is "34%" (see FIG. 15). Therefore, when the set value is "6", the mode A is not set and the mode B is more likely to be set than the mode C.

Next, if the determined game mode is "mode A" (YES in S352), the game control microcomputer 61 changes the value of the mode flag from "0 (mode not selected)" to "1" (S353). ) Finish this process. As a result, the game mode is internally set to mode A. The mode flag is for indicating the current game mode. As shown in the table in the figure, when the mode flag is "0", it means that the game mode is not selected. In the present embodiment, the game mode is not selected when the game state is the non-RT game state. Further, when the mode flag is "1", it means that the current game mode is "mode A". When the mode flag is "2", it means that the current game mode is "mode B". When the mode flag is "3", it means that the current game mode is "mode C".

On the other hand, if the determined game mode is not "mode A" (NO in S352), the game control microcomputer 61 subsequently determines whether or not the determined game mode is "mode B" (S354). If the determined game mode is "mode B" (YES in S354), the value of the mode flag is changed from "0 (mode not selected)" to "2" (S355), and this process ends. As a result, the game mode is internally set to mode B.

If the determined game mode is not "mode B" (NO in S354), the game control microcomputer 61 changes the mode flag value from "0 (mode not selected)" to "3" (S356). ) Finish this process. As a result, the game mode is internally set to mode C.

[Activated game number selection process] The activated game number selection process is the maximum number of games from the time when the game state shifts to the first RT game state to the time when the game state shifts to the second RT game state (hereinafter referred to as "the number of activated games"). ) Is a process for selecting (determining). That is, it is a process for determining the maximum number of games from the transition to the first RT game state to the start of execution of ART (AT). In the present embodiment, if the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is won in the games up to the number of activated games after the transition to the first RT gaming state, the transition to the second RT gaming state is made in the next winning game. If the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is not won, the game shifts to the second RT gaming state after the number of activated games.

In the activation game number selection process (S370) shown in FIG. 16, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the mode flag is “1” (S371). When the mode flag is "1" (YES in S371), the game control microcomputer 61 refers to the mode A first activated game number selection table shown in FIG. 17A and refers to "the number of activated games". The "reference number of games" is determined (S372), and the "additional number of games" among the number of activated games is determined by referring to the second activated game number selection table for mode A shown in FIG. 17 (B) (S373). , Proceed to step S379 described later.

The number of activated games of this embodiment is the number of games obtained by adding the "number of additional games" to the "number of standard games". That is, the number of activated games is determined in two stages. According to FIG. 17 (A), in the case of mode A, the types of reference games that can be substantially selected are "two types", and according to FIG. 17 (B), the types of additional games that can be selected are. There are "100 types". Further, among the reference game numbers that can be selected in the mode A, the minimum number is "801" and the maximum number is "901" (see FIG. 17 (A)). Further, among the number of additional games that can be selected, the smallest one is "0" and the largest one is "99" (see FIG. 17B). As described above, in the present embodiment, the range of the number of activated games that can be selected in the case of mode A is "801" to "1000". Then, as the number of activated games in the case of mode A, an integer within this range can be selected.

Further, regarding the reference number of games in the case of mode A, in the present embodiment, "801" or "901" can be selected regardless of the set value (see FIG. 17 (A)). Further, according to FIG. 17B, the number of additional games can be uniformly selected from "0" to "99" regardless of the set value.

Returning to FIG. 16, if the mode flag is not “1” in step S371 (NO in S371), the game control microcomputer 61 subsequently determines whether the mode flag is “2” (S374). When the mode flag is "2" (YES in S374), the "reference number of games" is determined by referring to the first activated game number selection table for mode B shown in FIG. 18 (A) (S375). The "additional number of games" is determined with reference to the mode B second activation game number selection table shown in 18 (B) (S376), and the process proceeds to step S379 described later.

According to FIG. 18 (A), in the mode B, the types of reference game numbers that can be selected are "10 types", and according to FIG. 18 (B), the types of additional games that can be selected are "100 types". ". Further, among the reference game numbers that can be selected in the mode B, the minimum number is "1" and the maximum number is "901" (see FIG. 18A). Further, among the number of additional games that can be selected in the mode B, the minimum number is "0" and the maximum number is "99" (see FIG. 18B). As described above, in the present embodiment, an integer in the range of "1" to "1000" can be selected as the number of activated games in the case of mode B.

Further, regarding the reference number of games in the case of mode B, in the present embodiment, the first activated game number selection table for mode B differs depending on the set value (see FIG. 18 (A)). Specifically, for example, when the set value is "6", the smaller the reference number of games is, the easier it is to select. When the set value is "1", conversely, the larger the reference number of games, the easier it is to select. It is easy to select (see FIG. 18 (A)).

On the other hand, according to FIG. 18B, the number of additional games of the present embodiment can be uniformly selected from "0" to "99" regardless of the set value, as in the case of mode A. ing.

Returning to FIG. 16, when the mode flag is not “2” in step S374 (NO in S374), that is, when the mode flag is “3”, the number of first activated games for mode C shown in FIG. 19 (A). The "reference number of games" is determined with reference to the selection table (S377), and the "additional number of games" is determined with reference to the mode B second activation game number selection table shown in FIG. 19 (B) (S378). ), Proceed to step S379 described later.

According to FIG. 19 (A), in the case of mode C, the types of reference game numbers that can be selected are "10 types", and according to FIG. 19 (B), the types of additional games that can be selected are also "10 types". Kind. " However, in the case of mode C, the minimum number of selectable reference games is "1" and the maximum number is "91" (see FIG. 19A). Further, among the number of additional games that can be selected, the smallest one is "0" and the largest one is "9" (see FIG. 19B). As described above, in the present embodiment, the range of the number of activated games that can be selected in the case of mode C is "1" to "100". Then, as the number of activated games in the case of mode C, an integer within this range can be selected.

Further, regarding the reference number of games in the case of mode C, in the present embodiment, as in the case of mode B, the first activated game number selection table for mode C differs depending on the set value (see FIG. 19A). Specifically, for example, when the set value is "6", the smaller the reference number of games is, the easier it is to select. When the set value is "1", conversely, the larger the reference number of games, the easier it is to select. It is easy to select (see FIG. 19 (A)).

On the other hand, according to FIG. 19B, the number of additional games of the present embodiment can be uniformly selected from "0" to "9" regardless of the set value, as in the case of mode A and the like. It has become.

Returning to FIG. 16, the game control microcomputer 61 calculates the number of activated games from the determined reference number of games and the number of added games in step S379. After that, the calculated number of activated games is set in the number of activated games counter (S380). The activated game number counter is for subtracting (counting down) the number of games from the first RT game state to the second RT game state.

[Bet / Start Operation Acceptance Process] In the bet / start operation acceptance process (S204) shown in FIG. 20, 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.

When the automatic bet flag is ON (YES in S402), the game control microcomputer 61 performs automatic bet processing (S403). Specifically, "3" is set for the number of bets. After that, the game control microcomputer 61 sets a bet command related to the number of bets in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S404), turns off the automatic bet flag (S405), and 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 game control microcomputer 61 inserts a medal into the medal insertion slot 10 or each bet button (MAX bet button). 11. It is determined whether or not the 1-bet button 12) has been pressed (S406). If there is an operation to insert a medal into the medal insertion slot 10 or an operation to press each bet button (YES in S406), a bet command related to the insertion operation or the pressing operation is set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S407). ), Proceed to step S408.

In step S408, the game control microcomputer 61 determines 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 current number of bets has not reached 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 bets that can be started in the game (YES in S408), the game control microcomputer 61 sets the number of bets at that time 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 net increase number (difference number) acquired by the player during 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).

[Winning combination determination process] In the winning combination determination process (S205) shown in FIG. 21, 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 the game combination is not won (NO in S503), that is, if the game is lost, the game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to step S512 described later, but if the game combination is won (YES in S503), the winning game. Turn on the winning flag according to the role (S504). After that, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the value of the game state flag is "2" (S505). If the value of the game state flag is other than "2" (NO in S505), the process proceeds to step S507, but if the value of the game state flag is "2" (YES in S505), the game control microcomputer 61 will be described later. Performs main notification processing (S506).

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the value of the game state flag is “0” (S507). If the value of the game status flag is other than "0" (NO in S507), the game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to step S510 described later, but if the value of the game status flag is "0" (YES in S507). Next, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the winning flag of any of the small winning combinations 1 to 8 is ON (S508). As described above, the winning of any of the small winning combinations 1 to 8 corresponds to the condition (condition A1 or condition A2) in which the gaming state shifts from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state. Therefore, if the winning flag of any of the small wins 1 to 8 is not ON (NO in S508), the game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to step S510, but any of the small wins 1 to 8 If the winning flag of the small role is ON (YES in S508), the first transition flag is turned ON (S509). As a result, in the next unit game (next game), the game state is changed from the non-RT game state to the first RT game state.

Next, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the winning flag of the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is ON (S510). As described above, the winning of the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 corresponds to a part of the condition (condition B) in which the gaming state shifts from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state. Therefore, if neither the winning flag of the small winning combination 9 nor the winning flag of the small winning combination 10 is ON (NO in S510), the game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to step S512 described later, but the winning flag of the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 If is ON (YES in S510), the second migration flag is turned ON (S511). As a result, in the next unit game (next game), the setting of the game state is changed (shifted) from the first RT game state to the second RT game state.

In step S512, the game control microcomputer 61 sets a command (combination determination result command) related to the game combination in which the winning flag is ON based on the winning flag set to ON in step S504, and ends this process.

[Main notification processing] In the main notification processing (S507) shown in FIG. 22, 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 game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to step S603, but if the winning flag of the small winning combination 1 or the small winning combination 2 is ON. If (YES in S601), the game control microcomputer 61 turns on the lamp of the game combination corresponding to the winning flag which is ON among the special combination notification lamps 27 (S602), and ends this process.

In step S603, the game control microcomputer 61 determines 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 game control microcomputer 61 sets the left stop notification lamp 30L out of the three stop notification lamps 30L, 30C and 30R. Turn 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 the game control microcomputer 61 has the winning flags of the small winning combination 4, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 8. Determines if is 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 the game control microcomputer 61 turns on the winning flags of the small winning combination 5, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 7. Determine if (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), the game control microcomputer 61 finishes this process, but the small winning combination 5, the small winning combination 6 and the small winning combination 7 are won. If the flag is ON (YES in S607), the game control microcomputer 61 lights the right stop notification lamp 30R out of the three stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, and 30R (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. 23, the game control microcomputer 61 invalidates the operation of the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R (S701), and the rotation start control processing (S701) described later. S702) is performed. By the process of step S701, even if the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R are operated by the player, the rotation start control process (S702) can be reliably executed.

[Rotation start control process] In the rotation start control process (S702) shown in FIG. 24, 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. The game control microcomputer 61 starts the rotation of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R after setting the above-mentioned predetermined time (specifically, "4.1 seconds").

Next, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the right reel 6R is already rotating (S752). When the right reel 6R is already rotating (YES in S752), the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether the right reel rotation start flag indicating the start of rotation of the right reel 6R is ON (S753). When it is not ON (NO in S753), that is, when the right reel rotation start flag is OFF, the game control microcomputer 61 turns on the right reel rotation start flag (S754), and the right reel indicating the start of rotation of the right reel 6R. The rotation start command 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 game control microcomputer 61 skips the processes of steps S753 to S755 and proceeds to step S756. Further, in step S753, when the right reel rotation start flag is ON (YES in S753), the game control microcomputer 61 skips the processes of steps S754 and S755 and proceeds to step S756.

The game control microcomputer 61 performs almost the same processing as in steps S752 to S755 described above with respect to the middle reel 6C in steps S756 to S759 and with respect to the left reel 6L in steps S760 to S763. 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). When it is not ON (NO in S757), that is, when the middle reel rotation start flag is OFF, the game control microcomputer 61 turns on the middle reel rotation start flag (S758), and the middle reel rotation indicating the start of rotation of the middle reel 6C The start command is set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S759), and the process proceeds to step S760.

In step S756, if the middle reel 6C has not yet rotated (NO in S756), the game control microcomputer 61 skips the processes of steps S757 to S759 and proceeds to step S760. Further, in step S757, when the middle reel rotation start flag is ON (YES in S757), the game control microcomputer 61 skips the processes of steps S758 and S759 and proceeds to step S760.

Further, in step S760, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the left reel 6L is already rotating, and if the left reel 6L is already rotating (YES in S760), the rotation of the left reel 6L is started. It is determined whether or not the left reel rotation start flag indicating is ON (S761). When it is not ON (NO in S761), that is, when the left reel rotation start flag is OFF, the game control microcomputer 61 turns on the left reel rotation start flag (S762), and the left reel rotation indicating the start of rotation of the left reel 6L. The start command is set in the output buffer of the RAM 64 (S763), and the process proceeds to step S764.

In step S760, if the left reel 6L has not yet rotated (NO in S760), the game control microcomputer 61 skips the processes of steps S761 to S763 and proceeds to step S764. Further, in step S761, when the left reel rotation start flag is ON (YES in S761), the game control microcomputer 61 skips the processes of steps S762 and S763 and proceeds to step S764.

In step S764, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not all the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R are already rotating. Specifically, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the rotation start flags of the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R are all ON. If all reels 6L, 6C, 6R are already rotating (YES in S764), the game control microcomputer 61 turns off the reel rotation start flag for all reels 6L, 6C, 6R (S765) and ends this process. .. 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 game control microcomputer 61 returns to step S752. ..

[Reel constant speed rotation processing] In the reel constant speed rotation processing (S208) shown in FIG. 25, 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, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not all the reels 6L, 6C, and 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 (S802). NO), the process returns to step S801 and the acceleration process is performed 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), the game control microcomputer 61 determines 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), the game control microcomputer 61 finishes this process, but if the 2nd RT start flag is ON (YES in S803), the opening reel process (S804) described later is performed. Then, the second RT start flag is turned off (S805), and this process is completed.

[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. 26 and 27. 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 FIG. 27 (D), an opening in which three sets of "Red Seven" symbols are stopped and displayed on the effective line L1 for a specific stop period ("3 seconds" in this embodiment). This is the process to be executed. 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 processing (S804) shown in FIG. 26, the game control microcomputer 61 stops the reels 6L, 6C, 6R used for the opening in a normal mode (S851).

The opening when the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R are stopped in the normal mode will be described with reference to FIG. 27. In the case of the normal mode, the game control microcomputer 61 starts the execution of the opening at the timing TA1 when all the reels 6L, 6C, and 6R shown in FIG. 27A are rotated at a constant speed. Then, as shown in FIG. 27 (B), 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. 27 (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 that can be seen from the left display window 5L. The time required is the timing elapsed from the timing TA1.

Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 27 (C), 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, the "red seven" symbol on the middle reel 6C stops on the effective line L1 at the timing TA3 (see FIG. 27 (C)). 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. 27 (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. 27 (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 has started a "pseudo-bonus" in which the gaming state has shifted to the second RT gaming state, and ART (AT) is set over the execution of a predetermined number of games (for example, the above-mentioned specific number of games). It is possible to grasp that.

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.

Returning to FIG. 26, the game control microcomputer 61 stops the reels 6L, 6C, 6R used for the opening in the above-mentioned normal mode, and then stops the reels 6L, 6C, 6R for a predetermined period (the above-mentioned specific stop period). Determines if has passed (S852). When the specific stop period has elapsed from the stop (YES in S852), the game control microcomputer 61 executes the rotation start control process (S702) described above. As a result, the rotation of the reels 6L, 6C, 6R starts after the lapse of the specific stop period. Further, the game control microcomputer 61 performs the above-mentioned acceleration process (S801) and step S802 to rotate all reels 6L, 6C, and 6R at a constant speed.

[Reel rotation stop processing] In the reel rotation stop processing (S209) shown in FIG. 28, 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, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the stop buttons 9L, 9C, and 9R have been pressed (S902). When the stop buttons 9L, 9C, 9R are operated (YES in S902), the game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to the stop control process (S903) described later, and the reel corresponding to the operated stop button is being rotationally driven. In that case, the stop control of the reel is performed.

In step S904, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, and 30R are lit. In the present embodiment, in the above-mentioned main notification process (S507), regarding the first stop operation in the order of pressing the correct answer of the first bell small combination, the stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, and 30R are used, and the first stop operation is performed. It informs which stop button should be. Therefore, when the stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, and 30R are not lit (NO in S904), that is, when they are turned off, the game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to step S906 as it is, but when they are lit. (YES in S904) turns off the lit stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, 30R (S905), and proceeds to step S906. As a result, after the first stop operation is performed, the lit stop notification lamps 30L, 30C, and 30R can be turned off to end the notification regarding the first stop operation in the correct pressing order.

In step S906, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the rotation of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped. When the rotation of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R is not stopped (NO in S906), that is, when even one of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R is rotating, the game control microcomputer 61 moves to step S902 above. Return. On the other hand, when the rotation of all reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped (YES in S906), the game control microcomputer 61 has the SB operation flag turned on in steps S953, S960, S966 of the stop control process (S903) described later. Is turned off (S907) to end this process.

[Stop control process] The stop control process (S903) shown in FIG. 29 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 game control microcomputer 61 controls the symbol combination rotation stop of the left reel 6L. 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 game control microcomputer 61 sets the left reel rotation stop command regarding the rotation stop of the left reel 6L (S957) and ends this process.

On the other hand, if the stopped button operated in step S951 is not the left stop button 9L (NO in S951), the game control microcomputer 61 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), the game control microcomputer 61 determines 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. When the middle SB operation flag is ON (YES in S959), this process ends, but when it is not ON (NO in S959), that is, when the middle SB operation flag is OFF, the game control microcomputer 61 operates the SB in it. The flag is turned ON (S960), the middle SB operation command related to 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 S962, the game control microcomputer 61 controls the symbol combination rotation stop of the middle reel 6C. 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 game control microcomputer 61 is the reel motor 55C including the above-mentioned pull-in control. Execution control is performed to stop the middle reel 6C.

As soon as the rotation of the middle reel 6C is stopped (YES in S963), the game control microcomputer 61 sets the middle reel rotation stop command regarding the rotation stop of the middle reel 6C (S964), and ends this process.

On the other hand, if the stopped button operated in step S958 is not the middle stop button 9C (NO in S958), the game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to step S965 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, the game control microcomputer 61 determines 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. When the right SB operation flag is ON (YES in S965), this process ends, but when it is not ON (NO in S965), that is, when the right SB operation flag is OFF, the game control microcomputer 61 operates the right SB. The 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 game control microcomputer 61 controls the symbol combination rotation stop of the right reel 6R. 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 game control microcomputer 61 is a reel motor 55R including the above-mentioned pull-in control. Execution control is performed to stop the right reel 6R.

As soon as the rotation of the right reel 6R is stopped (YES in S969), the game control microcomputer 61 sets the right reel rotation stop command regarding the rotation stop of the right reel 6R (S970) and ends this process.

[Stop display symbol determination process] In the stop display symbol determination process (S210) shown in FIG. 30, the game control microcomputer 61 first confirms the stop display symbol that is stopped and 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, the game control microcomputer 61 determines 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), the game combination corresponding to the symbol is established, so that the game control microcomputer 61 is established. Set the display symbol flag to indicate the type of game combination (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, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the value of the display symbol flag is "20" (S1204). That is, it is determined whether or not the established game combination is a re-game combination.

If the re-game combination is established, automatic betting processing is performed in the next unit game (next game). Therefore, if the value of the display symbol flag is "20" (YES in S1204), the game control microcomputer 61 turns on the automatic bet flag (S1205) and proceeds to step S1207. On the other hand, if the value of the display symbol flag is not "20" (NO in S1204), the established game combination corresponds to a game combination with payout (one of small combination 1 to small combination 8). The game control microcomputer 61 turns on the payout flag (S1206), and proceeds to step S1207.

If the game control microcomputer 61 does not have a combination of symbols corresponding to the game combination on the effective line L1 (NO in S1202), the game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to step S1207 without setting the display symbol flag in the unit game.

In step S1207, the game control microcomputer 61 turns off the winning flags corresponding to all the game combinations. 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. 31, 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, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the 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), for game control. The microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the sum of the number of virtual medals and the number of medals paid out exceeds the creditable upper limit value (“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, the game control microcomputer 61 pays out medals 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" out of 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, the game control microcomputer 61 determines 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 1st RT gaming state or the 2nd RT gaming state, the game control microcomputer 61 adds the number of payouts to the value of the above-mentioned second integration counter (S1310) to step S1311. move on.

In step S1311, the game control microcomputer 61 sets a payout end command indicating that the payout of medals has been completed, and ends this process.

[First RT State Processing] In the first RT state processing (S212) shown in FIG. 32, the game control microcomputer 61 first determines whether or not the value of the game state flag is "1" (S1401). When the value of the game state flag is not "1" (NO in S1401), that is, when the value of the game state flag is "0" or "2", the game control microcomputer 61 ends this process 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 game control microcomputer 61 performs the advantageous section continuation determination process (S1402) described later. Then, it is determined whether or not the above-mentioned third transition flag is ON (S1403).

If the third transition flag is ON (YES in S1403), the game control microcomputer 61 sets the first RT forced termination command indicating that the first RT gaming state ends with the end of the advantageous section (S1404). , Finish this process.

On the other hand, if the third transition flag is not ON (NO in S1403), the game control microcomputer 61 subtracts (decrements) "1" from the value of the activated game number counter being activated (S1405). As a result, it is possible to subtract the unit game portion (the one game portion) from the number of activated games.

After that, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the second transition flag is ON (S1406).

As described above, the transition condition (condition B) from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state of the present embodiment is that the number of games in the first RT gaming state reaches the "activated game number" or is "activated." In the first RT game state before reaching the "number of games", the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is won. Therefore, when the second transition flag is already ON in step S511 of the above-mentioned winning combination determination process (S205) (YES in S1406), that is, the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination in the unit game during the first RT gaming state. If 10 is won, the game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to step S1409 described later.

On the other hand, when the second transition flag is not ON (NO in S1406), the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the value of the activated game number counter subtracted in step S1405 is "0" (S1407). That is, it is determined whether or not the number of unit games (number of games) in the series of first RT game states being set has reached the number of activated games.

If the value of the activated game number counter is not "0" (NO in S1407), the game control microcomputer 61 finishes this process, but if the value of the activated game number counter is "0" (YES in S1407), The game control microcomputer 61 turns on the second transition flag (S1408). As a result, in the next unit game, the setting of the game state is changed (shifted) from the first RT game state to the second RT game state. Then, the process proceeds to step S1409.

In step S1409, the game control microcomputer 61 turns off the activated game number counter (specifically, clears the value of the activated game number counter to zero) and ends this process.

[Advantageous section continuation determination process] In the advantageous section continuation determination process (S1402) shown in FIG. 33, the game control microcomputer 61 adds (increments) "1" to the value of the first integration counter described above (S1451). As a result, the total number of games 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). When the value of the first integration counter is not the same as the upper limit number of games (NO in S1452), the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether the value of the second integration counter exceeds the upper limit number (“2400” in this embodiment). Judge (S1453). When the value of the second integration counter does not exceed the upper limit number of sheets (NO in S1453), that is, when the value of the second integration counter is equal to or less than the upper limit number of sheets, the game control microcomputer 61 ends this process 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 cards (YES in S1453), it is for game control. The microcomputer 61 turns on the third transition flag (S1454) and ends 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. 34, the game control microcomputer 61 first determines whether or not the value of the game state flag is “2” (S1501). When the value of the game state flag is not "2" (NO in S1501), that is, when the value of the game state flag is "0" or "1", the game control microcomputer 61 ends this process 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, the game control microcomputer 61 performs the above-mentioned advantageous section continuation determination process (S1402).

After executing the advantageous section continuation determination process (S1402), the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the above-mentioned third transition flag is ON (S1502). If the third transition flag is ON (YES in S1502), the game control microcomputer 61 sets the second RT forced termination command (S1503) and ends this process. The second RT forced termination command indicates that the second RT gaming state ends with the end of the advantageous section.

On the other hand, if the third transition flag is not ON (NO in S1502), the game control microcomputer 61 subsequently adds (increments) "1" to the value of the above-mentioned second RT game number counter. After that, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the value of the second RT game number counter is the same as the specific game number (“30” in this embodiment) (S1505). The specific number of games is the number of games for which the setting of the second RT game state is continued.

If the value of the 2nd RT game number counter is not the same as the specific number of games (NO in S1505), the game control microcomputer 61 ends this process, but if the value of the 2nd RT game number counter is the same as the specific number of games. (YES in S1505), set the 2nd RT end command (S1506). The second RT end command indicates that the second RT game state ends when the number of unit games (games) in a series of second RT game states reaches a specific number of games.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 61 turns off the second RT game number counter in step S1507 (specifically, clears the value of the second RT game number counter to zero), and performs the end-time transition flag setting process (S1508) described later. And end this process.

[End transition flag setting process] In the end transition flag setting process (S1508) shown in FIG. 35, the game control microcomputer 61 first determines whether or not the mode flag value is "1" (S1601). When the value of the mode flag is "1" (YES in S1601), that is, when the game mode is "mode A", the game control microcomputer 61 turns on the first transition flag (S1602). As a result, when the second RT game state ends during the mode A, the setting of the game state is shifted from the second RT game state to the first RT game state in the next unit game (next game).

On the other hand, when the value of the mode flag is not "1" (NO in S1601), the game control microcomputer 61 subsequently determines whether or not the value of the mode flag is "3" (S1603). When the value of the mode flag is "3" (YES in S1603), that is, when the game mode is "mode C", the game control microcomputer 61 adds (increments) "1" to the value of the set number counter (increment) ( S1604). The set number counter is for measuring the number of times the setting of the gaming state shifts from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state during the setting of a series of modes C. Specifically, in step S1604, the game control microcomputer 61 turns on (starts) the set number counter if the set number counter is OFF, and then sets the value of the set number counter to "1". If the value of the set number counter is already "1", it is changed (updated) to "2". Similarly, if the value of the set number counter is already "2", it is changed to "3".

Next, the game control microcomputer 61 determines whether or not the value of the set number counter is "3" (S1605). If the value of the set number counter is not "3" (NO in S1605), that is, if it is "1" or "2", the game control microcomputer 61 proceeds to step S1602 described above. As a result, in the series of modes C, if the number of times the setting of the gaming state shifts from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state is less than three times, the first RT gaming state is changed from the second RT gaming state in the next game. The game state setting is transferred to. That is, if the number of transitions to the second RT gaming state during the setting of the series of modes C is less than three times, the transition to the first RT gaming state will be performed again after the end of the second RT gaming state.

On the other hand, when the value of the set number counter is "3" (YES in S1605), the game control microcomputer 61 turns off the set number counter in step S1606 (specifically, clears the value of the set number counter to zero). Then, turn on the third transition flag (S1607). As a result, when the number of transitions from the first RT game state to the second RT game state reaches three times during the series of modes C, the second RT game state is set in the next game after the end of the third second RT game state. The game state setting will be transferred to the non-RT game state.

If the game control microcomputer 61 determines in step S1603 that the mode flag value is not "3" (NO in S1603), that is, if the game mode is "mode B", the third transition flag Is turned on (S1607). As a result, when the second RT game state ends during the mode B, the setting of the game state is shifted from the second RT game state to the non-RT game state in the next unit game (next game).

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. 36 to 40.

[Sub-control processing] In the sub-control processing shown in FIG. 36, 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 effect control microcomputer 71 performs a command analysis process (S2003) described later. 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 effect control microcomputer 71 performs the sound effect execution process (S2006) for executing the sound effect using the speaker 41. In the sub-control process, the process at power-on (S2001) is performed for the first time, and then the processes of steps S2002 to S2006 are looped.

[Command analysis process] In the command analysis process (S2003) shown in FIG. 37, 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 effect control microcomputer 71 performs the combination determination result command reception process (S2102) described later to end this process.

On the other hand, if the combination determination result command has not been received (NO in S2101), the effect control microcomputer 71 determines 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), the effect control microcomputer 71 determines whether or not the second RT start command has been received (S2105). If the second RT start command is received (YES in S2105), the effect control microcomputer 71 performs the second RT start command reception process (S2106) and ends this process. In the second RT start command reception process (S2106), the execution of various effects is started in accordance with 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), the effect control microcomputer 71 determines whether or not the second RT end command or the second forced end command has been received (S2107). If the second RT end command or the second forced end command is received (YES in S2107), the effect control microcomputer 71 performs the second RT end command reception process (S2108) 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 neither the second RT end command nor the second forced end command has been received (NO in S2107), the effect control microcomputer 71 proceeds to step S2109 and executes processing (others) in response to the reception of commands other than the above. Command reception processing) is performed to end this processing.

[Rule determination result command reception process] In the combination decision result command reception process (S2102) shown in FIG. 38, 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, the effect control microcomputer 71 determines 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 gaming state is not the 2nd RT gaming state (NO in S2302), the effect control microcomputer 71 proceeds to step S2308 described later, but if the gaming state is the 2nd RT gaming state (YES in S2302), the effect control The microcomputer 71 determines whether or not the received combination determination result command is related to the winning of the small combination 3, the small combination 4, or the small combination 5 (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 combination determination result command is related to the winning of the small combination 3, the effect control microcomputer 71 presses the left stop button 9L, which is the first stop operation in the correct answer pressing order of the small combination 3. Specify as a winning operation. Further, if the combination determination result command is related to the winning of the small combination 4, the effect control microcomputer 71 sets the pressing operation of the middle stop button 9C, which is the first stop operation in the correct answer pressing order of the small combination 4, as the winning operation. Identify. If the combination determination result command is related to the winning of the small combination 5, the effect control microcomputer 71 uses the pressing operation of the right stop button 9R, which is the first stop operation in the order of pressing the correct answer of the small combination 5, as a winning operation. Identify. The effect control microcomputer 71 stores the specified winning operation in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 74.

After that, the effect control microcomputer 71 selects a winning operation notification effect (image effect) according to the specified winning operation (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. 39 (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. 39 (A) 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 during the rotation of all reels 6C, 6L, 6R, the small winning combination 3, the small winning combination 4 or the small winning combination 4 or It is possible to make the player know the winning of the small winning combination 5 and to urge the player to stop each reel in the order of pressing the correct answer.

Returning to FIG. 38, 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, the small combination 4, and the small combination 5 (that is, the small combination 1, the small combination 2, and the small combination). 9. If it is related to winning the small role 10 or the replaying role), the effect control microcomputer 71 wins the cherry small role (small role 1) or the watermelon small role (small role 2) as the received combination determination result command. Determine if it is related to (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, when it is related to the winning of the replay combination, the effect control microcomputer 71. Proceeds to step S2308, but if it is related to winning a cherry small role or a watermelon small role (YES in S2306), a game role notification according to the winning game role (cherry small role or watermelon small role) Select the production (image production) (S2307). Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 71 sets a command related to the selected game combination notification effect in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 74, and transmits the command 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 the cherry small role (small role 1) or the 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, the effect control microcomputer 71 performs a process (other process) other than the above, which is executed when the combination determination result command is received, and ends this process.

[SB operation command reception process] In the SB operation command reception process (S2104) shown in FIG. 40, 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, the effect control microcomputer 71 determines 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 effect control microcomputer 71 proceeds to step S2706, but if the winning operation notification effect is being executed (YES in S2702), it is obtained in step S2701 above. Based on the information obtained, it is determined whether the operation of the stop button matches the winning operation specified in step S2304 of the above-mentioned combination determination result command reception process (FIG. 38) (S2703). When the operation of the stop button matches the winning operation (YES in S2703), the effect control microcomputer 71 shows that the operation of the stop button matches the first stop operation in the correct pressing order. The winning operation succeeds. Select the production (image production) (S2704) and proceed to step S2706. Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 71 sets a command related to the selected winning operation success effect in a predetermined area of the RAM 74, and transmits the command 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. 39 (B).

Returning to FIG. 40, when the specified stop button does not match the operation related to the pressing order of the winning operation (NO in S2703), the effect control microcomputer 71 indicates that the operation of the stop button is not in the correct pressing order. Select the operation failure effect (image effect) (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. 39 (C).

In step S2706, the effect control microcomputer 71 performs a process (other process) other than the above, which is executed in response to the reception of the SB operation command, and ends this process.

7. Effect of the present embodiment As described in detail above, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment (first embodiment), when the set value is any one of "1" to "5", the slot machine 1 has a value of "1" to "5". Mode C is easier to set than Mode A and Mode B in the mode selection process (S350) after the start of the advantageous section (see FIG. 15). That is, in the slot machine 1 in which any one of "1" to "5" is set as the set value, the mode C is most likely to be set each time the mode selection process is executed. Therefore, in such a slot machine 1, it is possible to inspire a player who wants to enjoy a game in an advantageous mode (mode C).

On the other hand, when the set setting value is "6", the mode B is more likely to be set than the mode C in the mode selection process. Therefore, in the slot machine 1, the game mode that is easy to be set in the mode selection process differs depending on whether any one of "1" to "5" is set as the set value and the case where "6" is set. Therefore, the player sets the set value set in the slot machine 1 during the game based on the frequency (ratio) of mode C and the frequency (ratio) of mode A and mode B set for each execution of the mode selection process. It is possible to guess what value is.

Further, while there are five types of setting values in which mode C is most easily set in the mode selection process, there is only one type of setting value in which mode B is more likely to be set than mode C in the mode selection process. As described above, since there are relatively many types of setting values in which mode C is most easily set in the mode selection process, the player is likely to receive the impression that the setting values are easily set. Therefore, it is possible to inspire the player's willingness to play with such an impression.

Further, the setting values "1" to "5" in which mode C is most easily set in the mode selection process are more likely than the setting value "6" in which mode B is set more easily than mode C in the mode selection process. The degree of advantage to is low. Therefore, even if the set values "1" to "5" are set, the mode C is most likely to be set each time the mode selection process is executed, so that the player's willingness to play can be stimulated.

Further, the mode C is a game mode in which the game state shifts from the first RT game state to the second RT game state within 100 games during the setting of the first RT game state. On the other hand, the mode A is a game mode in which the game state can be shifted to the second RT game state in the games (801 games to 1000 games) exceeding 100 games while the first RT game state is set. Further, the mode B is a game mode in which the game state can be shifted to the second RT game state regardless of whether the game is within 100 games or exceeds 100 games while the first RT game state is being set. That is, in mode C and mode A, unless the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is won, the mode C shifts to the second RT gaming state with a smaller number of games than the mode A. Further, in the mode C and the mode B, the mode C is easier to shift to the second RT game state with a smaller number of games than the mode B. Therefore, it is possible to set the mode C to a game mode that is more advantageous to the player than the mode A or the mode B.

Further, when the advantageous section is started, if the set value is any one of "1" to "5", the mode selection process (S350) is performed after the start of the advantageous section. Therefore, when the mode C is set in the mode selection process, the mode C is set from the beginning of the advantageous section. Therefore, when the mode C is set at the start of the advantageous section, the player can easily acquire the privilege (benefit) within the advantageous section.

When the set value is "6", mode C is selected from the three game modes (mode A, mode B, and mode C) in the mode selection process after the start of the advantageous section. One type of game mode is set from the excluded modes A and B. On the other hand, when the set value is a value other than "6" ("1" to "5"), one of the three game modes is selected in the mode selection process after the start of the advantageous section. Game mode is set.

Therefore, when the mode A is set as the game mode, the player can determine that the set values set in the slot machine 1 during the game are "1" to "5". On the other hand, if mode B or mode C is set without setting mode A, it can be inferred that the set value is "6". That is, the player can infer whether the set value set in the slot machine 1 during the game is "6" or a value other than "6" based on the type of the game mode to be set. ing.

Further, in mode B, even if the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is not won during the setting of the 1st RT gaming state, the gaming state may shift from the 1st RT gaming state to the 2nd RT gaming state within 100 games. is there. On the other hand, in mode A, unless the small winning combination 9 or the small winning combination 10 is won during the setting of the 1st RT gaming state, the gaming state may shift from the 1st RT gaming state to the 2nd RT gaming state within 100 games. Absent. That is, it is more difficult for mode A to shift to the second RT game state within 100 games of the first RT game state than for mode B. Therefore, it is possible to set the mode A to a game mode that is more disadvantageous to the player than the mode B and the mode C. Therefore, regarding the game mode, it is possible to make the slot machine 1 more advantageous to the player when "6" is set than when "1" to "5" are set as the set values. It has become.

Further, as described above, the set value "6" has a higher degree of advantage to the player than the other set values. Therefore, in the slot machine 1 in which "6" is set, the mode A, which is relatively disadvantageous as the game mode, is not determined, and the expected value of the machine discount associated with the set value "6" is relatively high. This is more advantageous to the player than the one in which a setting value other than "6" is set. Thus, it is possible to make the slot machine 1 more advantageous to the player when the set values "6" are set than when the set values "1" to "5" are set.

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 modified examples can be appropriately deleted unless they are described as essential in the present specification.

In the first embodiment, the set value types are 6 types (“1”, “2”, “3”, “4”, “5”, and “6”), but as a plurality of types other than the six types. May be good. Further, although the degree of advantage is different for each set value, some of the set values may have a different degree of advantage from the other set values. Specifically, for example, the set value "6" has a relatively high degree of advantage, and the other set values "1", "2", "3", "4" and "5" are relatively advantageous. There is a configuration in which the degree of is as low as that. Further, for example, the set values "4", "5" and "6" are relatively advantageous, and the set values "1", "2" and "3" are relatively advantageous. There is a configuration in which the degree is equally low. In addition, the degree of advantage was increased in the order of the set values "1" <"2" <"3" <"4" <"5" <"6". For example, the set values were "1"> " The degree of advantage may be reduced in the order of "2"> "3"> "4"> "5"> "6".

Further, in the first embodiment, "1" to "5" are set as "first set value" and "6" is set as "second set value" among the plurality of types of set values. That is, the configuration is such that both the "first setting value" and the "second setting value" are included in the plurality of types of setting values. However, there may be a configuration in which there is only a "first set value" among the plurality of types of set values. That is, the mode C (advantageous mode) may be set more easily than the mode A and the mode B (other modes) regardless of the set value. Alternatively, there may be a configuration in which there is only a "second set value" in the plurality of types of set values. That is, regardless of the set value, other modes may be set more easily than the advantageous mode.

Further, in the first embodiment, the number of types of the "first set value" is set to "5" (5 types), and the number of types of the "second set value" is set to "1" (1 type). did. However, the number of types of the first set value may be other than "5". Further, the number of types of the second set value may be "2" or more.

Further, in the first embodiment, the number of types of the first set value is larger than the number of types of the second set value, but conversely, the number of types of the second set value is larger than the number of types of the second set value. However, the number of types of the first set value may be smaller. Alternatively, the number of types of the second set value and the number of types of the first set value may be the same.

Further, in the first embodiment, the first set value is configured to have a lower degree of advantage to the player than the second set value, but conversely, the first set value is the second setting. A configuration may be configured in which the degree of advantage to the player is higher than the value. Alternatively, the configuration may be such that the degree of advantage in the case of the first set value and the degree of advantage in the case of the second set value are about the same.

Further, in the first embodiment, the advantage to the player is set to the value of "machine discount", but other than this may be used. Specifically, for example, the value of the winning probability of the small winning combination (small winning combination 1, small winning combination 2, small winning combination 9, small winning combination 10, etc.), the value of the winning probability of the re-game combination, and the transition to the second RT gaming state. Ease of use is mentioned.

Further, in the first embodiment, the advantage of the mode C (advantageous mode) is related to the number of activated games, but it may be other than the number of activated games. Specifically, for example, the value of the winning probability of the small winning combination (small winning combination 1, small winning combination 2, small winning combination 9, small winning combination 10, etc.), the value of the winning probability of the re-game combination, and the transition to the second RT gaming state. Ease of use is mentioned.

Further, in the first embodiment, the "advantageous mode" is set to one type of game mode of mode C, but two or more types may be used. Further, although the "other modes" are set to two types of game modes, mode A and mode B, one type or three or more types may be used.

Further, in the first embodiment, the game state setting means is a game control microcomputer 61 that executes the game state transition process (S203). However, instead of the game control microcomputer 61, the effect control microcomputer 71 may be used. Further, the mode setting means is a game control microcomputer 61 that executes the mode selection process (S350). However, the mode setting means may be the effect control microcomputer 71 instead of the game control microcomputer 61. A game mode can be mentioned as a mode in that case.

Further, in the first embodiment, the slot machine 1 (game machine) is provided with three types of gaming states: a non-RT gaming state, a first RT gaming state, and a second RT gaming state. However, in addition to these non-RT gaming states, the first RT gaming state, and the second RT gaming state, a gaming machine may have other gaming states.

Further, in the first embodiment, the slot machine 1 (game machine) having three types of game modes, mode A, mode B, and mode C, is used. However, in addition to these modes A, B, and C, a gaming machine may have other gaming modes.

Further, in the first embodiment, the configuration does not directly shift from the non-RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state, but the configuration may directly shift from the non-RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state. That is, the configuration may be such that the non-RT gaming state can be shifted to the first RT gaming state or the second RT gaming state.

Further, in the first embodiment, the game state can be changed while one game mode (mode) is set. However, the game state may not be changed during the setting of one mode.

Further, in the first embodiment, the specific number of games is set to "30", but a value other than "30" may be used.

Further, in the first embodiment, "100", which is the maximum value of the number of activated games that can be determined while setting mode C (advantageous mode, first mode), is set as "predetermined number of games". However, the maximum value of the number of activated games that can be determined while setting the advantageous mode (first mode) may be set to a value other than "100", and the maximum value may be set to a predetermined number of games.

Further, in the first embodiment, the condition L is such that the total number of games in the series of first RT game states and the second RT game states reaches the upper limit number of games, or the series of first RT game states and second RT game states. It was decided that the net increase (difference number) acquired by the player would exceed the upper limit. However, for example, the condition L may be such that the total number of games in the series of the first RT gaming state and the second RT gaming state only reaches the upper limit number of games. Further, for example, the net increase in the number of sheets acquired by the player over a series of the first RT game states and the second RT game states may only exceed the upper limit number of sheets. Further, for example, other conditions may be used.

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 number of sheets is set to "2400", it may be a value other than "2400".

Further, although the condition L is provided in the first embodiment, it is not necessary to provide the condition L.

Further, in the first embodiment, when the gaming state is set from the second RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state during the setting of the mode A, the mode A is continuously set. However, when the gaming state is set from the second RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state, the gaming mode may be changed from mode A to mode B accordingly. Alternatively, in that case, the setting of the game mode may be terminated.

Further, in the first embodiment, the configuration in which the mode B is set is easier to shift from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state than when the mode A is set. However, conversely, the configuration in which the mode A is set may be easier to shift from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state than when the mode A is set. Further, the configuration may be such that the transition from the first RT gaming state to the second RT gaming state is equally easy during the setting of the mode A and the setting of the mode B.

Further, in the first embodiment, the "number of activated games" is used as an opportunity to shift from the first RT game state to the second RT game state. That is, the game state is shifted from the first RT game state to the second RT game state by managing the number of games. However, instead of managing the number of games, a lottery for shifting to the second RT game state is executed in the first RT game state, and when the lottery is won, the state is shifted from the first RT game state to the second RT game state. May be good. As such a configuration, there is a configuration in which it is easier to win the transition lottery when the mode C is set than when the mode A or mode B is set.

Further, in the first embodiment, when any of the small winning combination 1 to the small winning combination 8 is won during the setting of the non-RT gaming state, the game control microcomputer 61 is used for the next unit game (game). The configuration is such that the type of mode set in the mode selection process (S350) is selected (determined). However, if any of the small winning combination 1 to the small winning combination 8 is won during the setting of the first game state, the game control microcomputer 61 selects (determines) the mode type in the unit game (game). ) May be configured. Specifically, for example, the game control microcomputer 61 may perform the mode selection process (S350) after determining YES in step S508 of the winning combination determination process. Further, for example, the mode as a process after the winning combination determination process (S205) in the unit game in which the game control microcomputer 61 wins any of the small winning combination 1 to the small winning combination 8 during the setting of the first game state. The configuration may be such that the selection process (S350) is performed.

Further, in the first embodiment, the time when the advantageous section is started is defined as "when the predetermined condition is satisfied", but for example, when the predetermined number of unit games in the advantageous section is executed or the non-advantageous section is started. The time when a predetermined number of unit games is executed in the non-advantageous section may be defined as "when a predetermined condition is satisfied". Alternatively, a timing unrelated to the advantageous section, for example, when a specific small winning combination is won or when the gaming state is changed, may be set as "when a predetermined condition is satisfied".

Further, in the first embodiment, when the set value is any one of "1" to "5", the distribution rate (probability) of mode A is set regardless of the type of winning small winning combination. The distribution rate in mode B was set to "20%", the distribution rate in mode C was set to "50%", and the distribution rate in mode C was set to "50%". However, as shown in FIG. 41, for example, the fraction rate of the first mode, the fraction rate of the second mode, and the fraction rate of the third mode may be different depending on the type of the winning small winning combination.

Further, in the first embodiment, the number of activated games is determined in two stages. However, the number of activated games may be determined in three or more stages. Alternatively, the number of activated games may be determined without dividing into multiple stages.

Further, in the first embodiment, in the mode A first activated game number selection table, the distribution rate of the reference game number is different for each set value. However, in the mode A first activated game number selection table, the distribution rate of the reference game number may be configured not to depend on the set value. Further, the mode B first activated game number selection table is also configured such that the distribution rate of the reference game number is different for each set value, as in the mode A first activated game number selection table. However, in the mode B first activated game number selection table, the distribution rate of the reference game number may be configured not to depend on the set value. On the other hand, in the mode C first activated game number selection table, the distribution rate of the reference game number does not depend on the set value. However, in the mode C first activated game number selection table, the distribution rate of the reference game number may be different for each set value.

Further, in the first embodiment, the reference number of games described in the first activated game number selection table for mode A shown in FIG. 17A is used. However, the number may be other than the reference number of games shown in FIG. 17 (A). Further, the reference number of games described in the first activated game number selection table for mode B shown in FIG. 18 (A) was used. However, the number may be other than the reference number of games shown in FIG. 18 (A). Further, the reference number of games described in the first activated game number selection table for mode C shown in FIG. 19 (A) was used. However, the number may be other than the reference number of games shown in FIG. 19 (A).

Further, in the first embodiment, the maximum value of the number of activated games that can be determined during the setting of mode A and mode B is set to "1000". However, the maximum value of the number of activated games that can be determined while setting mode A or mode B may be a value other than "1000". Further, although the maximum value of the number of activated games that can be determined while the mode C is set is set to "100", the maximum value of the number of activated games that can be determined while the mode C is set may be a value other than "100". .. It is more preferable that the maximum value of the number of activated games that can be determined while the mode C is set is smaller than the maximum value of the number of activated games that can be determined while the mode A or mode B is set.

Further, in the first embodiment, the minimum value of the number of activated games is set to "1". However, it may be a value other than "1". For example, it may be "0". That is, the second RT gaming state may be configured to be a so-called "one game series". As such a configuration, the second RT gaming state is continuous without the configuration of shifting from the second RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state and then shifting to the second RT gaming state again, or the transition to the first RT gaming state. The configuration to be set can be mentioned.

Further, in the first embodiment, even if a small winning combination is won during the setting of the first RT gaming state, the number of activated games does not change. However, if a predetermined small winning combination such as small winning combination 1 or small winning combination 2 is won during the setting of the first RT gaming state, at least a part of the set number of activated games may be reduced. ..

Further, in the game combination determination table of the first embodiment, the number of random numbers in the first RT game state and the number of random numbers in the second RT game state are common. However, the number of random numbers in the first RT gaming state and the number of random numbers in the second RT gaming state may be different.

Further, in the first embodiment, the advantageous section lamp 29 composed of LEDs is used, but a light emitting device or an image display device other than the LEDs may be used.

Further, in the first embodiment, in the opening reel processing (S804), the variable operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped for a predetermined period. However, instead, the variable operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R may be temporarily stopped for a predetermined period. Specifically, for example, the left reel 6L shown in FIGS. 27 (B) to 27 (D), the middle reel 6C shown in FIGS. 27 (C) to 27 (D), and the right reel shown in FIG. 27 (D). At least one reel of 6R may be stopped for a predetermined period while trembling periodically or randomly.

Further, in the first embodiment, the mode of stopping the variable operation of the first reel is determined by rotating the first reel (for example, the left reel 6L) from the timing TA1 by two turns, and then further displaying the display window (left). The "Red Seven" symbol is stopped at the middle symbol of the first reel that can be seen from the 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 being rotated 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 being rotated 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 being rotated for one lap or three or more laps instead of two laps.

Further, in 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 second reel from the timing TA2 is rotated for the fluctuation operation of the second reel. Was rotated by two laps, and the third reel was rotated by two laps from the timing TA3 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 lap" 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 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 normal mode may be a mode in which the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R are stopped in order other than this. Specifically, for example, the mode may be such that the reels are stopped 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 three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R are stopped one by one. However, a plurality or all of the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R, which form a part of the three reels, may be stopped at the same time.

Further, in the first embodiment, in the opening reel processing (S804), the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R are configured to rotate in the same direction as in the normal state. However, it may be configured to rotate in the direction opposite to that in the normal state. Further, in the case of the configuration, at least a part of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R may be configured to rotate in a direction opposite to that in the normal state.

Further, in the first embodiment, the fluctuation operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R is stopped in the first unit game set in the second RT game state. However, the variable operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R may be stopped in a 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 variable operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R is always stopped in the first unit game set in the second RT game state, but the second RT game after the transition. The variable operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R may not necessarily stop in the state. That is, during the setting of the second RT gaming state, there may be a case where the variable operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R is stopped, and a case where the variable operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R is not stopped. .. Alternatively, the configuration may be such that the variable operation of the three reels 6L, 6C, 6R does not stop.

Further, in the first embodiment, the three reels 6L, 6C, and 6R in the first unit game set in the second RT game state are stopped, so that the three "Red Seven" symbols are on the effective line L1. The configuration is such that the alignment stops. However, the configuration may be such that all 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, the image display device 42 having the liquid crystal display screen 42a is used, 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 1 to the small winning combination 8 is won, the gaming state is changed from the non-RT gaming state to the first RT gaming state in the next unit game. However, when a small winning combination other than the small winning combination 1 to the small winning combination 8 is won, the gaming state may be changed in the next unit game. Alternatively, when a part of the small winning combination of the small winning combination 1 to the small winning combination 8 is won, the gaming state may be changed in the next unit game. Alternatively, the game state may be changed by a predetermined number of games determined by lottery regardless of the winning of the small winning combination 1 to the small winning combination 8.

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 values are "1", "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, when the three "cherry" symbols are stopped and displayed on the effective line L1 or the pseudo line, the cherry small winning combination (small winning combination 1) is established. 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, respectively, and the symbols of the right reel 6R forming the line are symbols other than the "cherry" symbol, the cherry small winning combination 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. .. As a configuration in that case, there is a configuration in which the gaming state in which such a bonus is executed is set as the first gaming state or the second gaming state.

Further, in the first embodiment, the first RT game state is set to RT (replay time), and the second RT game state is set to ART (assist replay time). However, regarding the winning probability of the re-game combination, the first RT game state and the second RT game state may be set to the same level as the non-RT game state, and the second RT game state may be simply AT (assist time).

Further, in the first embodiment, the gaming machine is a slot machine, but a pachinko gaming machine 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
In a game machine in which the degree of advantage to the player differs depending on the set value
A mode setting means (game control microcomputer 61 that executes a mode selection process (S350)) capable of setting one mode from a plurality of modes including an advantageous mode (mode C) advantageous to the player is provided.
When the set set value is the first set value (set value is "1" to "5"), the plurality of advantageous modes are set when a predetermined condition is satisfied (when an advantageous section is set). The game machine (slot machine 1) is characterized in that it is easier to set than a mode other than the advantageous mode (hereinafter, also referred to as “other mode”) (mode A or mode B).

According to the above-mentioned gaming machine, in the gaming machine in which the first set value is set, the advantageous mode is most likely to be set among the plurality of modes each time a predetermined condition is satisfied. Therefore, in such a game machine, it is possible to inspire a player who wants to enjoy the game in an advantageous mode.

The invention according to means A2
The gaming machine according to means A1.
The set value to be set includes a second set value (set value is "6") in addition to the first set value.
When the set value is the second set value, the game machine is characterized in that when the predetermined condition is satisfied, the other modes are more likely to be set than the advantageous mode.

According to the above-mentioned game machine, the mode that is likely to be set when a predetermined condition is satisfied differs between the game machine in which the first set value is set and the game machine in which the second set value is set. Is possible. Therefore, the player sets the set value set in the gaming machine during the game based on the frequency (ratio) of the advantageous mode and the frequency (ratio) of the other modes set each time the predetermined condition is satisfied. It is possible to infer whether it is the first set value or the second set value.

The invention according to means A3
The gaming machine according to means A2.
The gaming machine is characterized in that there are more types of the first set value than the types of the second set value.

According to the above-mentioned game machine, since there are relatively many types of the first set value, the player is likely to receive the impression that the first set value is set more easily than the second set value. Therefore, it is possible to inspire the player's willingness to play with such an impression.

The invention according to means A4
The gaming machine according to means A2 or means A3.
The first set value is
The gaming machine is characterized in that the degree of advantage to the player is lower than that of the second set value.

According to the above-mentioned gaming machine, even if the first setting value whose degree of advantage to the player is lower than the second setting value is set, the advantage mode is set most every time a predetermined condition is satisfied. Because it is easy to play, it is possible to inspire the player's willingness to play.

The invention according to means A5
The gaming machine according to any one of means A1, means A2, means A3, and means A4.
It is provided with a game state setting means (a game control microcomputer 61 that executes a game state transition process (S203)) for setting a plurality of predetermined game states to one game state.
The predetermined gaming state includes a first gaming state (first RT gaming state) and a second gaming state (second RT gaming state) that is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state.
The advantageous mode is a mode in which the gaming state shifts from the first gaming state to the second gaming state within a predetermined number of games during the setting of the first gaming state.
The other mode is characterized in that, during the setting of the first gaming state, the gaming state can shift from the first gaming state to the second gaming state in excess of the predetermined number of games. It is a game machine.

According to the above-mentioned game machine, it is possible to make the advantageous mode a mode that is more advantageous to the player than the other modes.

The invention according to means A6
The gaming machine according to any one of means A1, means A2, means A3, means A4, and means A5.
It is provided with an advantageous section setting means (a game control microcomputer 61 that executes step S312 of the game state transition process) capable of setting an advantageous section.
The game machine is characterized in that the time when the predetermined condition is satisfied is the time when the advantageous section is started by the advantageous section setting means.

According to the above-mentioned game machine, it is possible to set the advantageous mode from the beginning of the advantageous section. Therefore, when the advantageous mode is set at the start of the advantageous section, it is easy for the player to acquire the privilege (benefit) within the advantageous section.

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The invention according to means B1
In a game machine in which the degree of advantage to the player differs depending on the set value
It is equipped with a mode setting means (game control microcomputer 61 that executes a mode selection process (S350)) that can be set to one mode from a plurality of modes including a special mode (mode A).
The mode setting means is
When the set setting value is a specific setting value (setting value is "6"), when a predetermined condition is satisfied (when an advantageous section is set), the special mode among the plurality of types of modes is described. Set to one mode from modes other than (mode C and mode B),
When the set setting value is a setting value other than the specific setting value (setting value is "1" to "5"), one type from the plurality of types of modes is selected when the predetermined condition is satisfied. It is a gaming machine (slot machine 1) characterized in that it is set to a mode.

According to the above-mentioned game machine, when the special mode is set when a predetermined condition is satisfied, the player can determine that the game machine has a set value other than a specific set value. On the contrary, if the special mode is not set every time a predetermined condition is satisfied, the player can infer that the game machine has a specific set value set. As described above, the player sets whether the set value set in the gaming machine during the game is a specific set value or a setting other than the specific set value based on the type of mode set when a predetermined condition is satisfied. The player can guess whether it is a value.

The invention according to means B2
The gaming machine according to means B1.
It is provided with a game state setting means (a game control microcomputer 61 that executes a game state transition process (S203)) for setting a plurality of predetermined game states to one game state.
The predetermined gaming state includes a first gaming state (first RT gaming state) and a second gaming state (second RT gaming state) that is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state.
Among the plurality of types of modes, modes other than the special mode include a first mode (mode C) and a second mode (mode B).
The first mode is a mode in which the gaming state shifts from the first gaming state to the second gaming state within a predetermined number of games (for example, "100G") during the setting of the first gaming state.
The second mode and the special mode are modes in which the gaming state can shift from the first gaming state to the second gaming state in excess of the predetermined number of games during the setting of the first gaming state.
The special mode is characterized in that it is more difficult for the special mode to shift from the first game state to the second game state within the predetermined number of games during the setting of the first game state than in the second mode. It is a game machine.

According to the above-mentioned gaming machine, it is possible to make the special mode more disadvantageous to the player than the modes other than the special mode (first mode and second mode). Therefore, it is possible to make the gaming machine more advantageous to the player when the specific set value is set than when the set value other than the specific set value is set.

The invention according to means B3
The gaming machine described in means B2.
The specific setting value is
It is a gaming machine characterized in that the degree of advantage to the player is higher than the set value other than the specific set value.

According to the above-mentioned game machine, when a specific setting value is set than when a setting value other than the specific setting value is set, the viewpoint of the set value is also from the viewpoint of the mode to be determined. Therefore, it is possible to make the game machine advantageous to the player.

The invention according to means B4
The gaming machine according to any one of means B1, means B2 and means B3.
It is provided with an advantageous section setting means (a game control microcomputer 61 that executes step S312 of the game state transition process) capable of setting an advantageous section.
The game machine is characterized in that the time when the predetermined condition is satisfied is the time when the advantageous section is started by the advantageous section setting means.

According to the above-mentioned game machine, it is possible to set the mode from the beginning of the advantageous section. Therefore, it is easy for the player to acquire the privilege (benefit) of the set mode within the advantageous section at the start of the advantageous section.

1 ... Slot machine (game machine)
60 ... Main control board 61 ... Game control microcomputer

Claims (4)

In a game machine in which the degree of advantage to the player differs depending on the set value
Equipped with a mode setting means that can be set to one mode from multiple modes including a special mode
The mode setting means is
When the set value is a specific set value, when a predetermined condition is satisfied, one of the plurality of modes other than the special mode is set to one mode.
When the set value is a set value other than the specific set value, the gaming machine is characterized in that when the predetermined condition is satisfied, the mode is set from the plurality of types to one mode. The gaming machine according to claim 1.
A game state setting means for setting one game state from a plurality of predetermined game states is provided.
The predetermined gaming state includes a first gaming state and a second gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state.
Among the plurality of types of modes, modes other than the special mode include a first mode and a second mode.
The first mode is a mode in which the gaming state shifts from the first gaming state to the second gaming state within a predetermined number of games during which the first gaming state is being set.
The second mode and the special mode are modes in which the gaming state can shift from the first gaming state to the second gaming state in excess of the predetermined number of games during the setting of the first gaming state.
The special mode is characterized in that it is more difficult for the special mode to shift from the first game state to the second game state within the predetermined number of games during the setting of the first game state than in the second mode. Game machine to be. The gaming machine according to claim 2.
The specific setting value is
A gaming machine characterized in that the degree of advantage to the player is higher than the set value other than the specific set value. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3.
Equipped with an advantageous section setting means that can set an advantageous section,
The gaming machine characterized in that the time when the predetermined condition is satisfied is the time when the advantageous section is started by the advantageous section setting means.

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