JP2021166620A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine with game properties that can meet needs of various players.SOLUTION: A game machine is provided with counting means capable of counting a specific value when a lottery result by lottery means turns out to be a specific lottery result in an advantageous section. In a second game state, the counting means can count a greater value when identification information is stop-displayed in a second stop state than when the identification information is stop-displayed in a first stop state. If a second condition is established in the second game state, game state control means is configured to control games in a special third game state at a higher probability when the counting result by the counting means turns out to be a second specific value than the first specific value, the second specific value being a greater value than the first specific value.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 11

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

As a game machine, for example, there is a slot machine, and in the slot machine, as a game state advantageous to the player, RT (replay time) that increases the winning probability of the replay role, AT that assists the winning of a small role or a replay role, etc. (Assist time), a gaming state called ART (assist replay time) that assists the winning of small roles and replay roles after increasing the winning probability of the replay role by combining RT and AT. Some have.
In such a slot machine, when the gaming state is advantageous to the player, it is controlled to the advantageous section, and when the end condition of the advantageous section is satisfied, it is controlled to the normal section which is the disadvantageous game state to the player. Is also known (for example, Patent Document 1).

JP-A-2019-005532

However, there was room for improvement in such conventional gaming machines.

In order to solve the above problems, the gaming machine of the present invention has a lottery means capable of executing a lottery of game results based on the establishment of predetermined conditions, an operation means that can be operated by a player, and a lottery result by the lottery means. Based on the operation mode of the player to the operation means, the display means capable of stopping and displaying the variable display identification information, and the game according to the mode of the identification information stopped and displayed on the display means. A gaming state control means that can control any of a plurality of gaming states including a first gaming state, a second gaming state, and a third gaming state. , Any of a plurality of sections including a notification means capable of notifying specific information which is information related to a stop operation, a normal section in which the specific information cannot be notified, and an advantageous section in which the specific information can be notified. A section control means that can control a section and a counting means that can count a specific value when the lottery result by the lottery means is a specific lottery result in the advantageous section, and the display means is the lottery means. When the lottery result by the above is the specific lottery result and the operation mode to the operation means by the player is the specific operation mode, the variable display identification information can be stopped and displayed in the first stop mode. When the lottery result by the lottery means is the specific lottery result and the operation mode to the operation means by the player is a non-specific operation mode, the variable display identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode. It is possible, and the granting means imparts a greater game value when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the first stop mode than when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode in the display means. It is possible, the section control means controls the normal section in the first gaming state, controls the advantageous section in the second gaming state and the third gaming state, and the notification means controls the advantageous section. In the third gaming state, the specific information can be notified, and the counting means identifies in the first stopping mode when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stopping mode in the second gaming state. It is possible to count a value larger than the information is stopped and displayed, and the third gaming state includes a specific third gaming state and a special third gaming state that is more advantageous than the specific third gaming state. When the first condition is satisfied in the first gaming state, the gaming state control means can control the gaming state to the second gaming state, and in the second gaming state, the second condition is If it is established, the counting result by the counting means The configuration is such that the special third gaming state can be controlled with a higher probability in the case of the second specific value in which the fruit is a value larger than the first specific value than in the case of the first specific value. ..

It is a schematic front view which shows the appearance of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a schematic perspective view which shows the internal structure of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the control structure of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the arrangement of the reel symbol which concerns on 1st Embodiment, and the structure of a special combination. It is a chart which shows the dividend table which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the internal lottery table which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a state transition diagram of the RT state which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a state transition diagram of the game state which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the ceiling game number lottery table which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the AT mode determination point lottery table which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the AT mode lottery table which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the additional game number lottery table which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the dividend table which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the internal lottery table which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the difference number initial value lottery table which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the background change lottery table which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the AT mode lottery table which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the additional game number lottery table which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the subtraction difference number lottery table which concerns on the modification of 2nd Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the addition ceiling game number lottery table which concerns on the modification of 2nd Embodiment. It is a chart which shows the AT transition lottery table which concerns on the modification of 2nd Embodiment.

A preferred embodiment of the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described with reference to each drawing.
[First Embodiment]
The first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 12.

First, the overall configuration of the slot machine 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2.
The slot machine 1 is an embodiment of a gaming machine according to the present invention, and like a normal slot machine, includes a housing 1b having an opening on the front surface and a front door 1a that covers the opening so as to be openable and closable. There is.

A display window 6 is formed in the central portion of the front door 1a so that the rear can be visually recognized, and the design represented on the reel 41 can be visually recognized through the display window 6.
Further, a step portion projecting to the front side is formed below the display window 6, and a medal insertion slot 2 for inserting a medal, which operates as an operating means, and a medal insertion port 2 at the start of the game are formed on the upper surface of the step portion. It includes a bet button 2a for setting the number of bets by a player's pressing operation, and an effect button 2c for changing the effect displayed on the display 8 by the player's operation.
Further, on the front surface of the step portion, a start lever 3 that operates as an operating means and is operated when the player starts the game and a stop button 5 that is pressed when the player stops the reel 41 are provided. There is.

Further, above the display window 6, a navigation lamp 12 for navigating the operation order of the stop button 5 to the player is provided. Further, below the display window 6, an advantageous section lamp 13 for notifying that the player is in an advantageous state is provided. Instead of the advantageous section lamp 13, for example, the "dot" portion of the 7-segment display (also referred to as "7-segment") constituting the payout number display unit for displaying the number of medals paid out is turned on. You may.

An indicator 8 that operates as a notification means is provided above the front door 1a.
The display 8 is composed of, for example, a liquid crystal display, and performs various effects by images, display of various information in a game, and the like.
As shown in FIG. 1, one display 8 is provided, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a plurality of indicators 8 may be provided. For example, by providing two indicators (main indicator and sub-indicator) and arranging them side by side, the main indicator and sub-indicator can be combined to function as one display unit. May be good. Further, the display may be provided on the lower panel display, which is a large display unit arranged below the slot machine 1.

Above the display 8, a speaker 9 that operates as a notification means and performs sound effects and notifications, light at the time of winning each winning combination, and light effects and notifications corresponding to the effects displayed on the display 8 are displayed. It is provided with a lamp 11 to perform.
Further, a medal payout outlet 7b for paying out medals is provided at the lower part of the front door 1a.

The upper part of the housing 1b is provided with a main control unit 10 that comprehensively controls the game, and the upper part of the front door 1a is a sub-control that controls the production of the game under the control of the main control unit 10. The unit 20 is provided.
Further, a drum unit 4 for rotationally driving the reel 41 is provided in the central portion of the housing 1b. The drum unit 4 includes reels 41a, 41b, and reels 41c that are arranged side by side in the horizontal direction, and these reels 41a to 41c are configured to be rotatable by driving a stepping motor (not shown). Further, a plurality of symbols (identification information) are represented on the outer peripheral surfaces of the reels 41a to 41c according to a predetermined arrangement, and a predetermined number (for example, 3) is continuous for each reel 41a to 41c in the stopped state of the reels 41. The design of (1) can be seen through the display window 6.
Further, a medal payout device 7 for paying out medals and a hopper 7a for storing medals are provided in the lower part of the housing 1b, and the medals paid out from the medal payout device 7 are provided through the medal payout outlet 7b. It is paid out to the player.

A power supply device 14 is provided in the lower part of the housing 1b.
The power supply device 14 is a device for supplying electric power to each device including the main control unit 10 and the sub control unit 20, monitors the voltage or frequency of the power supply input from the outside of the slot machine 1, and monitors the voltage or the voltage thereof. Alternatively, when the frequency drops below a predetermined value, a power interruption signal indicating that the power supply to the slot machine 1 has been stopped is output to the main control unit 10 and the sub control unit 20.
Further, when the power supply device 14 detects the supply of power indicating a voltage or frequency exceeding a predetermined value due to the power restoration, the main control unit 10 sends a power restoration signal indicating that the power supply to the slot machine 1 has started. And output to the sub-control unit 20.

FIG. 3 shows the configuration of the control system of the slot machine 1. The components that are the same as or correspond to the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2 are designated by the same reference numerals.
The main control unit 10 includes a CPU (not shown) that performs various arithmetic processes, a ROM (not shown) that stores a lottery table and the like for performing a lottery such as a control program related to a game and a small winning combination, and various data. A RAM (not shown) having a storage area for temporarily storing the data, a work area for the CPU, and the like is provided.
Further, a bet button 2a, a medal selector 2b, a start lever 3, and a stop button 5 (stop buttons 5a to 5c) are connected to the main control unit 10 so that signals from sensors built in each device can be input. Has been done.
Further, the main control unit 10 performs a game start process based on the signal from the start lever 3, a process of sampling a random number from a random number generator (not shown), and the like. Then, the main control unit 10 performs an internal lottery process of determining the winning combination of the game from a plurality of winning combinations by lottery based on the sampled random numbers, and combines symbols according to the winning result of the internal lottery process. The stop control of the reel 41 is performed so as to stop at.
Further, the main control unit 10 realizes various functions of the embodiment described later by appropriately reading and executing a control program or the like stored in the ROM.
That is, the main control unit 10 functions as a lottery means capable of executing a lottery relating to the granting of game value (medals).

In addition, the main control unit 10 outputs a predetermined signal or command (control information) at a predetermined game timing (for example, start lever operation, operation of stop buttons 5a to 5c, transition of game state, etc.) to the sub control unit 20. Output to.
For example, when the start lever 3 is operated, the main control unit 10 outputs a signal indicating that the start lever has been operated to the sub control unit 20.
Further, when each of the stop buttons 5a to 5c is operated, the main control unit 10 outputs a signal capable of identifying which stop button 5 is operated in which order to the sub control unit 20.
Further, when the reels 41a to 41c are stopped by the operation of the stop button 5, the main control unit 10 can identify information such as which reel 41 has stopped in what order, and the symbols in the upper, middle, and lower stages. Output to the sub control unit 20.
Further, when the gaming state of the slot machine 1 shifts, the main control unit 10 outputs to the sub-control unit 20 information that can identify which gaming state the slot machine 1 has shifted to.

Further, the main control unit 10 is configured to be able to input a power failure signal and a power recovery signal from the power supply device 14.
When the power cut signal is input, the main control unit 10 executes a power cut process that stores (saves) the game information at the time of the input in the RAM. This game information includes, for example, information such as the game state at that time, the winning combination, the stopping mode of the reel 41, and the number of bets.
Further, when the power recovery signal is input, the main control unit 10 loads the game information stored (saved) in the RAM and executes the power recovery process for restarting the game. That is, when the power return signal is input, the main control unit 10 returns to the state immediately before the power is turned off based on the loaded game information.
Further, the main control unit 10 transmits game information to the sub control unit 20 in the power recovery process. As a result, the sub-control unit 20 can restart the effect based on the gaming state immediately before the power is turned off.

Further, a drum unit 4, a medal payout device 7, an advantageous section lamp 13, and a sub control unit 20 are connected to the main control unit 10 so that signals can be output to each device.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 drives the drum unit 4 to rotate and stop the reels 41a to 41c based on the signals from the start lever 3 and the stop button 5, and drives the medal payout device 7 to drive medals. A process of paying out, a process of turning on the advantageous section lamp 13 when a game state advantageous to the player occurs, and the like are performed.

The sub-control unit 20 is provided with a ROM (not shown) for storing various information such as a program related to the effect, image data for the effect, and audio data, a storage area for temporarily storing various data, a work area of the CPU, and the like. It is equipped with a RAM (not shown) and the like.
Further, the effect button 2c is connected to the sub-control unit 20 so that a signal from a sensor built in the device can be input, and the display 8, the speaker 9, the lamp 11, and the navigation lamp 12 are connected. It is configured so that signals can be output to each device. For example, the sub-control unit 20 can control the switching timing of each effect based on the signal from the effect button 2c.
Further, the sub-control unit 20 operates as an effect control means, and in response to a command (control information) in only one direction from the main control unit 10, image processing of a predetermined effect is performed on the display 8 and various types are performed on the speaker 9. Sound output processing for producing and notifying, lighting processing for lamps 11 and navigation lamps 12 composed of LEDs and the like, and the like are performed.

Further, the sub-control unit 20 is configured to be able to input a power failure signal and a power recovery signal from the power supply device 14.
When the power interruption signal is input, the sub-control unit 20 stores (saves) the effect information that specifies the effect content being executed at the time of input in the RAM. This effect information includes, for example, various information displayed on the display 8.
Further, when the power return signal is input, the sub control unit 20 restarts the effect based on the game information received from the main control unit 10 and the effect information stored (saved) in the RAM.

Such a slot machine 1 is configured to be able to execute the following slot machine games under the control of the main control unit 10.
At the start of the game, the number of bets is set using medals (including credit medals).
The number of bets can be set by inserting medals directly from the medal insertion slot 2 or by pressing the bet button 2a.

In the method of inserting medals from the medal insertion slot 2 to set the number of bets, the inserted medals are detected by the medal selector 2b provided on the back surface of the front door 1a, so that the bets corresponding to the number of inserted medals are bet. The number (however, the upper limit is 3 bets corresponding to 3 medals) will be set.
The upper limit of the number of bets may be "1", "2" or "4" or more.

When the bet button 2a is pressed, a predetermined number (for example, 3) of medals is subtracted from the credit medals internally stored as data as the number of medals to be used in one game. Minutes will be set as 3 bets.
By providing a 2-bet button for setting the number of medals corresponding to 2 medals as a bet button, a 2-bet may be set by pressing the 2-bet button once.
Further, by providing a 1-bet button for setting the number of medals corresponding to one bet button, a 2-bet may be set by pressing the 1-bet button twice, and the 1-bet button may be pressed 3 times. You may set 3 bets with.
Further, credit medals are added by inserting medals from the medal insertion slot 2 or winning a prize, and for example, up to 50 medals can be credited (stored).

In this way, the number of bets set by the direct insertion from the medal insertion slot 2 or the pressing operation of the bet button 2a is stored in a storage means such as a RAM provided in the main control unit 10.
Then, when the number of bets at which one game can be executed is reached, one game can be started.
In the state where the game can be started, the operation of the start lever 3 is effective. In this valid state, when the start lever 3 is tilted, the game is started, the reels 41a to 41c on which a plurality of symbols are represented start to fluctuate, and a plurality of winning combinations such as a replay combination and a small combination are started. From (including loss), an internal lottery process is executed in which the winning combination of the game is determined in advance before the reel 41 is stopped.

Each reel 41a to 41c is an example of display means, and a plurality of (for example, 20) symbols serving as identification information are provided on the peripheral surface of each reel 41a to 41c. For example, as shown in FIG. 4 (a), symbols such as "replay", "bell", "red 7", "blue 7", "white 7", and "bar" are shown, and from the stopped state. After gradually increasing the rotation speed, it reaches a steady rotation that rotates at a constant speed.
When such steady rotation is reached, the stop buttons 5a to 5c provided corresponding to the reels 41a to 41c are in a state where they can be pressed.
The form of the reels 41a to 41c is not limited to this, and for example, the number of symbols on the peripheral surface may be other than 20.

When the reels 41a to 41c rotate in the forward direction, a variable display is displayed so that the symbol moves from top to bottom through the display window 6, and when the reels 41a to 41c rotate in the reverse direction, the symbol moves from bottom to top through the display window 6. A variable display is displayed so that it faces.
In the case of forward rotation, the symbol fluctuates from the large number to the small number of the symbol number shown in FIG. 4 (a), and in the case of reverse rotation, the symbol moves from the small number to the large number of the symbol number. fluctuate.
The symbol numbers shown in FIG. 4A are not physically attached to the outer peripheral surfaces of the reels 41a to 41c, but are for designating a specific symbol in a program for controlling the stop of each symbol. Is a virtual number of.

The stop buttons 5a to 5c are examples of operation means for performing the stop operation of the reel 41. For example, when the light emitting means such as the LED built in the stop buttons 5a to 5c is lit, the push operation can be performed. When each stop button 5 is pressed in such a state, the reels 41a to 41c are stopped and controlled so as to stop at a combination of symbols allowed by the operation timing and the lottery result of the internal lottery process. NS.

In the stop control of the reel 41, the control is performed so as to stop with a combination of symbols according to the winning result of the internal lottery process based on the operation timing of the stop button 5.
Further, if the pressing operation is performed before the symbol corresponding to the winning combination reaches the winning line, the timing of stopping the reels 41a to 41c is delayed to stop the symbol on the winning line, so-called pull-in. Stop control is performed.
Specifically, it is determined whether or not there is a symbol corresponding to the winning combination within the range of the number of sliding frames (for example, 0 to 4 symbols) that can further advance the rotation of the reel 41 from the operated timing. On the other hand, if there is a symbol corresponding to the winning target within the range of the number of sliding frames, the control is performed so that the symbol is drawn on the winning line.

In the present embodiment, since the "bell" symbol and the "replay" symbol are arranged within 5 consecutive frames on all reels 41a to 41c, they are always stopped on the winning line by the pull-in stop control of 4 frames. be able to.
On the other hand, except for the "bell" symbol and the "replay" symbol, they are not necessarily placed within 5 consecutive frames, so even if the pull-in stop control of 4 frames is performed, the winning combination cannot be stopped on the winning line and the winning combination is missed. It may end up. That is, in order to stop these symbols on the winning line, it is necessary to press the stop buttons 5a to 5c aiming at the desired symbols (so-called push-button operation).

Then, the main control unit 10 functions as an imparting means, and is based on a stop mode of identification information (design) stopped on the winning line (hereinafter, also referred to as “stop display”) after the third reel stop operation. The winning is judged, and the game value (medal) according to the stopping mode is given.
The third reel refers to a reel in which the stop operation of the three reels 41a to 41c is performed once each for a total of three times, and the stop operation is performed in the third operation, which is the last operation. Further, the term "after the third reel stop operation" means after the time when the player releases the finger or the like from the stop button 5 which is operated to stop the third reel.
Similarly, the first reel indicates the reel on which the stop operation is performed in the first operation which is the first stop operation, and the second reel indicates the reel in which the stop operation is performed in the second operation.

For example, in the present embodiment, the winning determination is based on a combination of symbols stopped only on the upward-sloping line out of a total of five lines of the upper / middle / lower-row line, the downward-sloping line, and the upward-sloping line. It is now possible to determine whether or not there is a prize. The number of winning lines for determining winning is not limited to one, and can be appropriately changed depending on the arrangement configuration of symbols, the type of symbols, the combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination, and the like.
As described above, the slot machine game is executed.

In the slot machine 1, the winning probability of a specific winning combination (for example, a bonus winning combination or a small winning combination) among the winning combinations drawn by the main control unit 10 (lottery means) is changed by an external operation (manual) using a button or the like. Possible probability setting means (setting means) are provided.
For example, the winning probability of a specific winning combination is divided into 6 stages from a low winning probability to a high winning probability, and each stage corresponds to settings 1 to 6, so that the winning probability of a specific winning combination is set to each set value. It can be changed to the winning probability according to it.
In this case, the probability of winning a specific combination is set higher when the setting 6 is set than when the setting 1 is set, and as a result, the probability of winning a specific combination is set higher than when the setting 1 is set. When the setting 6 is set, the slot machine game is controlled so as to proceed advantageously.
When the set value is changed in the probability setting means, the main control unit 10 stores all the stored information of the RAM (information on the winning state of the bonus combination) as in the case where the system reset of the slot machine 1 is performed. Etc.) is initialized.
Although the set value can be set in 6 steps, the setting value is not limited to this, and may be, for example, 4 steps (settings 1, 2, 5, 6) or 3 steps (setting 1, setting 3, setting 6).

(Combination of winning combination and corresponding symbol)
Next, the combination of each winning combination and the symbol corresponding to each winning combination will be described.
Winning roles include, for example, small roles, replay roles, and bonus roles.
Further, the small roles include, for example, a bell role, a watermelon role, a cherry role, a chance role, and a special role.
In the following explanation, the role of cherry, the role of watermelon, and the role of chance are collectively referred to as "rare role".

A "push order bell" is provided for the role of bell.
The "push-order bell" is a winning combination in which the combinations of symbols are aligned by following the operation order (hereinafter, also referred to as "push-order") for the stop buttons 5a to 5c, and six "push-order bells 1 to 6" are provided. There is. In the following description, "push order bells 1 to 6" are also simply referred to as "push order bells".
"Push-order bells 1 to 6" are the corresponding symbols by operating the stop buttons 5a to 5c according to one (1/6) push order (correct push order) out of the six push orders. When the combination is stopped and displayed, while the stop button 5 is operated in the other 5 (5/6) pressing order (incorrect answer pressing order), the corresponding symbol combination is not stopped and displayed. ing.
For example, in the case of winning "Pushing order bell 1", when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the pressing order of "left → middle → right" (correct answer pressing order), "bell bells" are placed on the winning line.・ When the "bell" is displayed as a stop and the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in any other pressing order (incorrect answer pressing order), a combination of other symbols (hereinafter referred to as "pressing order bell spilled eyes"). Is stopped and displayed.

If the "push order bell" is won, regardless of the stop button 5 operated in the second or third operation, if only the stop button 5 operated in the first operation follows the correct push order, "push". It is also possible to control the stop of the reel 41 so that the combination of symbols corresponding to the "forward bell" is stopped. In this case, the "pushing order bells" are not limited to 6 types, and may be 3 types of "pushing order bells 1 to 3".
Further, by adding the types of symbols stopped during the first reel stop operation to the combination, there may be 12 or more types.

For the watermelon role ("watermelon"), the combination of "bell, watermelon, and bell" symbols is stopped and displayed on the winning line.
For the chance role (“chance eye”), the combination of the “bell watermelon replay” symbols is stopped and displayed on the winning line.
"Weak cherry" and "strong cherry" are provided for the role of cherry.
For "weak cherry", the combination of symbols such as "cherry, cherry, bell" can be stopped on the winning line, and for "strong cherry", the combination of symbols such as "cherry, cherry, cherry" on the winning line. Can be stopped.
For the replay combination (“normal replay”), the combination of symbols is aligned regardless of the pressing order, and the combination of symbols of “replay / replay / replay” is stopped and displayed on the winning line.

As shown in FIG. 4 (b), the "special role" is a "special" in which the combination of symbols corresponding to the correct push order of the "push order bell"("bell bell bell": first stop mode) can be stopped. A combination of "role A" and a symbol whose stop symbol on the reel 41a consists of a "white 7" symbol or a "bar" symbol ("white 7 bell replay", "white 7 bell bell", "bar bell""Replay","bar bell bell": second stop mode) is composed of "special role B" that can be stopped.
That is, when the lottery result of the internal lottery process is "special combination" (specific lottery result), the special combination A corresponding to the above-mentioned one combination of symbols and the special combination corresponding to the above four combinations of symbols B is won twice, and the combination of these five symbols can be stopped and displayed.

Further, the "special combination" is a winning combination in which the combination of symbols to be stopped and displayed differs depending on the pressing order of the stop buttons 5a to 5c and the operation of pressing the buttons.
Specifically, the combination of symbols to be stopped and displayed differs depending on the order in which the stop button 5 is pressed during the first reel stop operation.
For example, when the stop button 5b or 5c is operated during the first reel stop operation, after the third reel stop operation, a combination of symbols corresponding to "special combination A"("bell bell bell"). Is stopped and displayed on the winning line (see FIG. 4 (c)).

In addition, when the stop button 5a is operated during the first reel stop operation, after the third reel stop operation, the combination of symbols corresponding to the "special role B"("white 7, bell replay", "white 7 bell replay", ""Bar bell replay" etc.) can be stopped and displayed on the winning line (see FIG. 4 (c)).
As a condition for the combination of symbols corresponding to this "special combination B" to be stopped and displayed, in addition to the pressing order at the time of the first reel stop operation, the stop display is displayed when the pressing operation is performed at a specific timing. ..
Specifically, when the stop button 5a is operated at a timing when any of the symbols 11 to 20 can be drawn onto the winning line of the reel 41a during the first reel stop operation, " The symbol corresponding to "Special Role B" stops on the winning line.

More specifically, when the stop button 5a is operated at a timing when any of the symbols 16 to 20 can be pulled into the winning line of the reel 41a, the "bar" symbol of the symbol number 16 is operated. Stops on the winning line. Therefore, after the third reel stop operation, the combination of the symbols of "bar bell replay" or "bar bell bell" is stopped and displayed.
Further, when the stop button 5a is operated at a timing when any of the symbols 11 to 15 can be drawn onto the winning line of the reel 41a, the "white 7" symbol of the symbol number 11 is the winning line. Stop on. Therefore, after the third reel stop operation, the combination of the symbols of "white 7 bell replay" or "white 7 bell bell" is stopped and displayed.
On the other hand, when the stop button 5a is operated at a timing when symbols other than symbol numbers 11 to 20 (symbol numbers 1 to 10) can be drawn onto the winning line of the reel 41a, the "bell" symbol is on the winning line. After the operation of stopping the third reel, the combination of the symbols of "bell, bell, bell" corresponding to "special combination A" is stopped and displayed.

Such control of the reel 41 includes reel control (hereinafter referred to as "combination number priority control") in which the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment preferentially pulls in a symbol having a large number of combinations of symbols that can be stopped, and a medal. This can be achieved by adopting reel control (hereinafter referred to as "number of sheets priority control") that preferentially draws in a combination of symbols with a large number of payouts.
In the "combination number priority control", when the stop button 5a is operated during the first reel stop operation, the main control unit 10 controls the reel 41a.
For example, when a "special combination" is won in the internal lottery process, the stop button 5a is operated at the timing when any of the symbols 11 to 20 can be drawn onto the winning line during the first reel stop operation. In that case, the combination of the symbols corresponding to "Special Role A"("Bell Bell Bell") and the combination of the symbols corresponding to "Special Role B"("White 7, Bell Replay", "White" It is possible to stop the combination of 5 patterns of "7. Bell Bell", "Bar Bell Replay", and "Bar Bell Bell").
In this case, by "combination number priority control", the number of combinations of symbols that can be stopped on the reel 41a is relatively large (the number of combinations is two), and the "bar" symbol and the "white 7" symbol can be stopped. It can be controlled so that the number of combinations is relatively small (the number of combinations is one) and the "bell" symbol is preferentially drawn.

In the "number of reels priority control", when the stop button 5b or the stop button 5c is operated during the first reel stop operation, the main control unit 10 controls the reels 41b or the reels 41c.
For example, when the "special role" is won in the internal lottery process, as shown in FIG. 5, when the combination of symbols corresponding to the "special role A"("bell bell bell") is stopped, 10 One medal is paid out, and the combination of symbols corresponding to "Special Role B"("White 7 Bell Replay", "White 7 Bell Bell", "Bar Bell Replay", "Bar Bell"・ When the "bell") stops, one medal will be paid out.
In this case, due to the "number priority control", the "bell" symbol that constitutes the combination of the symbols corresponding to the "special role A" in which the number of medals to be paid out is relatively large (the number of medals to be paid out is "10") is the medal. Priority is given to other symbols ("white 7" symbol, "bar" symbol) that make up the combination of symbols corresponding to "special role B" with a relatively small number of payouts (the number of payouts is "1"). It can be controlled to pull in.

As described above, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, by adopting the "combination number priority control", the reels 41a are among the symbol numbers 11 to 20 during the first reel stop operation during the non-AT state. By advancing the game aiming at any of the symbols in the lower row, if the "special role" is won, the combination of symbols corresponding to the "special role B" with a relatively small number of medals paid out is stopped and displayed. can do.
On the other hand, if the reel 41a is won the "special role" by aiming at any of the symbols 1 to 10 in the lower row and winning the "special role", the number of medals paid out is relatively large "special". The combination of symbols corresponding to "combination A" can be stopped and displayed.

In this way, when the "special role" is won, it is possible to select whether to win the "special role A" or the "special role B" by the operation of the player. The number of medals that a player can obtain during the non-AT state changes.
That is, in the non-AT state, medals are consumed more when the stop operation for winning the "special role A" is selected than when the stop operation for winning the "special role B" is selected. It has a game property that allows the game to proceed in a state in which the amount of coins is suppressed (so-called a state in which the coin holding is high).

Further, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, by adopting the "number of sheets priority control", if the "special combination" is won during the AT state, the stop button 5b or the stop button 5b or the stop button 5b is used during the first reel stop operation. By operating the stop button 5c, it is possible to stop and display the combination of symbols corresponding to "special combination A" without pressing the symbols of symbol numbers 1 to 10 on the reel 41a (left reel). ..
Therefore, every time the player wins the "special role" during the AT state, the player may win the "special role A" in which the number of medals paid out is relatively large, without performing a push operation on the reel 41a. You can play the game comfortably.

In the present embodiment, the "combination number priority control" assumes that the main control unit 10 controls the reel 41a only when the stop button 5a is operated during the first reel stop operation. However, the same control may be performed not only when the stop button 5b or the stop button 5c is operated during the first reel stop operation.
As a result, even if the stop button 5b or the stop button 5c is accidentally operated when the "special combination" is won, the "special combination B" can be won.
Further, in the present embodiment, when the "special role" is won during the non-AT state, it is assumed that the notification that the "special role" has been won is not performed, but the present invention is not limited to this. You may notify that you have won the "special role". For example, before the first reel stop operation, for the reel 41a, the operation timing at which "special combination A" can be won (the operation of pressing the symbols of symbol numbers 1 to 10) and the operation at which "special combination B" can be won. The timing (the operation of pressing the symbols of symbol numbers 11 to 20) may be notified by the display 8 or the like.
When notifying that the "special role" has been won, it is preferable to notify only during the advantageous section described later, but it may be notified even during the normal section.

The bonus combination is provided with a "bonus" in which the combination of the corresponding symbols is "red 7, red 7, red 7".
The "bonus" is a winning combination that is a lottery target during the stay at RT0 among the RT states described later, and can be won only in the winning game, and when the winning is won, the bonus state (RT2) is entered.
In addition, the "bonus" is won only in the game in which the 3-bet is set (3-bet game), and the winning is won independently without overlapping with other small wins. In addition, the present invention is not limited to this, and a duplicate winning may be made in a part of the case where another small role (for example, a chance role or a cherry role) is won.

In addition, the bonus combination is subject to carry-over control in which the right to win the "bonus" can be carried over as long as the combination of the winning game and the corresponding symbol is not stopped in the games after the winning game by the main control unit 10. It is a role.
Therefore, until the combination of symbols corresponding to the "bonus" is stopped and displayed, the right to win the "bonus" is carried over.
On the other hand, when the combination of symbols corresponding to the "bonus" is stopped and displayed (the "bonus" wins), the state shifts to the bonus state, and the right to win the "bonus" is not carried over after the end of the bonus state. It becomes.
That is, in the carry-over state, the bonus combination has been won, but the combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus combination has not stopped yet (hereinafter, this state is referred to as the bonus winning state), and in the non-carry-over state, the bonus It indicates a state in which the winning combination has not been won (hereinafter, this state is referred to as a bonus non-winning state).

Further, the main control unit 10 operates so as to perform priority stop control for preferentially stopping the combination of symbols corresponding to one of the winning combinations on the reel 41 when different winning combinations are duplicated in the bonus winning state. The combination of symbols corresponding to the combination is set to the combination with the lowest priority.
Therefore, even if the bonus combination is won in the game in the bonus winning state, if, for example, the replay combination is won in the game, the combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus combination is stopped on the reel 41. This is not possible, and the combination of symbols corresponding to the replay combination is stopped on the reel 41, and the state in which the bonus combination is won is carried over to the subsequent games.

Based on the combination of symbols as described above, it is determined whether or not a small winning combination, a replay winning combination, and a bonus winning combination have been won. Game value is given based on (medals are paid out).
As shown in FIG. 5, if the combination of symbols corresponding to "special role A" is stopped when the "special role" is won, 10 medals are paid out, which corresponds to "special role B". When the combination of symbols is stopped, one medal is paid out.
If the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the correct push order when the "push order bells 1 to 6" are won, the combination of the same symbols as the "special role A" is stopped and 10 medals are used. Is paid out.
On the other hand, if the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the incorrect pressing order when the "pushing order bells 1 to 6" are won, the combination of the corresponding symbols is not stopped and the pushing order bell spills are stopped. , The specified number of medals are not paid out, and one medal is paid out.
In this embodiment, the combination of symbols corresponding to the "special combination A" is the combination of the symbols when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the correct pressing order when the "pushing order bells 1 to 6" are won. The number of medals paid out is the same, but the number of medals paid out is not limited to this, and different symbols may be combined and the number of medals paid out may be different.

In addition, when the combination of symbols corresponding to the "chance eye" is stopped, three medals are paid out.
In addition, when the combination of symbols corresponding to "watermelon" is stopped, three medals are paid out.
In addition, the stop display of the combination of symbols corresponding to the "normal replay" makes it possible to replay the game without inserting medals in the next game.
In addition, when the combination of symbols corresponding to "weak cherry" and "strong cherry" is stopped, one medal is paid out.
In the present embodiment, the number of medals paid out is the same regardless of the number of bets, but the number of medals paid out may be different depending on the number of bets.
In addition, the number of medals to be paid out when the combination of symbols corresponding to each combination is stopped and displayed may be other than the above number.

(Winning probability of each winning combination)
Next, with reference to FIG. 6, the winning probability of each winning combination will be described.
FIG. 6 shows an internal lottery table used for lottery of each combination when the game is executed in each state related to the bonus combination (bonus non-winning state, bonus winning state, bonus state).
In the internal lottery table, the acquisition range (number) of random values acquired in the internal lottery process by the main control unit 10 is 65536, and the number of winning values (winning) is shown.
Further, the internal lottery table shown in FIG. 6 shows the winning probability of each winning combination in the 3-bet game, and shows the case where the set value set by the probability setting means is common to all the set values in the settings 1 to 6. ing.

As shown in FIG. 6, the winning probabilities of each winning combination in the 3-bet game are as follows.
In each of the "pushing order bells 1 to 6", the winning probability is set to 7610/65536 in the bonus non-winning state and the bonus winning state.
In the "special role", the winning probability is set to 2957/65536 in the bonus non-winning state and the bonus winning state.
In the "chance eye", the winning probability is set to 256/65536 in the bonus non-winning state and the bonus winning state. Further, in the bonus state, the winning probability is set to 65536 / 65536. That is, during the bonus, only the "chance eye" is won.
The winning probability of "watermelon" is set to 900/65536 in the bonus non-winning state and the bonus winning state. In the "weak cherry", the winning probability is set to 1000/65536 in the bonus non-winning state and the bonus winning state. The winning probability of "strong cherry" is set to 80/65536 in the bonus non-winning state and the bonus winning state.

In the "bonus", the winning probability is set to 3077/65536 in the non-winning state of the bonus.
In the "normal replay", the winning probability is set to 9170/65536 in the bonus non-winning state, and the winning probability is set to 14683/65536 in the bonus winning state.
Further, in the "loss", the winning probability is set to 2436/65536 in the bonus non-winning state.

The "internal lottery table" shown in FIG. 6 shows a case common to all set values, but the case is not limited to this, and the winning combination whose winning probability changes according to the set value and the winning combination according to the set value are won. A winning combination may be provided in which the probability does not fluctuate.
For example, "chance eye", "watermelon", "weak cherry", "strong cherry", and "normal replay" are set as the winning combination whose winning probability fluctuates according to the set value, and "normal replay" is high. The higher the setting, the lower the winning probability may be set, and the winning combination other than the "normal replay" may be set so that the higher the setting, the higher the winning probability.
Further, the higher the setting of only some rare roles, the higher the winning probability may be set, or the lower the setting, the higher the winning probability of the rare role may be set.
Further, with respect to the winning combination other than the rare combination such as "pushing order bell", the higher the setting, the higher the winning probability may be set, or the lower the winning combination may be set.

In addition to such a configuration, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment has the following gaming states and characteristic game characteristics based on the gaming states.
Each game state is controlled (hereinafter, also referred to as transition) to each game state by the main control unit 10 operating as the game state control means.

(RT state)
First, with reference to FIG. 7, the RT state (hereinafter, also simply referred to as RT) possessed by the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment will be described.
The slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment has RT0, RT1, and RT2 as RT states. The RT state of the present embodiment is three, but it may be two or less or three or more.

RT0 rushes when the system of the slot machine 1 is reset, the set value is changed (including the case where the same set value is reset (the set value is reset)), and the end of RT2.
Further, RT0 ends with the winning of the bonus in the 3-bet game, and shifts to RT1 (arrow a in FIG. 7).
As described above, RT0 is not a finite gaming state in which the gaming period is predetermined, but is an infinite gaming state (infinite RT) that does not shift to another gaming state unless a bonus is won.

RT1 ends when the combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus is stopped and displayed (winning the bonus), and the process shifts to RT2 (arrow b in FIG. 7).
That is, RT1 is designed to continue from winning the bonus until the bonus is won, and in RT1, the game proceeds in the bonus winning state.
As described above, RT1 is not a finite gaming state in which the gaming period is predetermined, but is an infinite gaming state (infinite RT) that does not shift to another gaming state unless a bonus combination is won.
RT2 is a bonus state, in which the game is played with 3 bets and only the "chance eye" can be won as shown in FIG. That is, in RT2 (bonus state), the net increase in the number of medals that actually increases is "0", and the player cannot expect the increase in medals.
Then, RT2 ends when the number of medals paid out reaches a predetermined number (for example, 60), and shifts to RT0.
In RT2, only the "chance eye" is won, but other roles may be won. For example, "push order bells 1 to 6" should be won with the same probability as RT1 (each should be won with a probability of 7610/655536), and "chance eyes" should be won with a probability of 19876/65536. May be good.

Further, in the RT state of the present embodiment, it is basically controlled so as not to shift from RT1 to RT2. This is due to the following reasons.
If the "bonus" is won at RT0, the player can basically win the bonus only in this bonus winning game, but the player is not notified that the "bonus" has been won. It is difficult to stop and display the combination of symbols to be displayed.
Therefore, from the next game of the bonus winning game, the right to win the "bonus" is carried over, and the game shifts to RT1 (bonus winning state).
In addition, during RT1, as shown in FIG. 6, since the "loss", which is the timing at which the bonus can be won, is not won, the bonus is not won.
For this reason, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment basically does not shift from RT1 to RT2, and once it shifts from RT0 to RT1, the system reset of the slot machine 1 is performed. Unless otherwise specified, the game will proceed in a state controlled by RT1.
Not limited to this, during RT1, it is possible to win a "loss" with a predetermined probability (for example, a probability of 1/200), and when the "loss" is won, a bonus can be won during RT1. May be good.

Further, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment can be controlled to AT (assist time) as a gaming state related to "pushing order bells 1 to 6".
When the AT wins the "pushing order bells 1 to 6" by the internal lottery process, the sub-control unit 20 controls the display 8 and the like, which serves as a guide for the specific information (pushing order and pressing of the stop button 5). It is a gaming state in which the combination of the corresponding symbols can be stopped and notified by controlling the notification (symbols, etc.). Therefore, during AT, the ball ejection speed is faster than during non-AT.
In the present embodiment, the period controlled by AT is set to the AT state (see FIG. 8).

For example, in the push order notification, when the "push order bell 1" is won, the push order consisting of the character information of "1", "2", and "3" is displayed on the display 8 in order from the left. , "Left", "Middle", "Right" sound is output from the speaker 9, and the navigation lamp 12 is turned on in the order of 12a (left), 12b (middle), 12c (right) to stop the button. Notify the pressing order of 5.
In the present embodiment, the navigation of the push order by the notification means such as the display 8, the navigation lamp 12, and the speaker 9 is also referred to as "push order navigation".
In the non-AT state, even if the winning result of the internal lottery process is "pushing order bells 1 to 6", the pressing order of the stop button 5 is not notified. Therefore, unless the operation order of the operated stop button 5 matches the push order corresponding to the winning "push order bells 1 to 6", the player basically wins the "push order bell 1". The combination of symbols corresponding to "~ 6" cannot be stopped and displayed. Details will be described later, but in the present embodiment, the prepared state and the normal game state are controlled to the non-AT state.
Therefore, the playability of the slot machine 1 is such that the number of balls to be output is increased by playing a game in which the player stays in the AT state for a long time.

(Normal section, advantageous section)
The game of the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment has a normal section and an advantageous section as a game section.
Specifically, the normal section is a game section in which push order navigation (specific information) cannot be notified, and the advantageous section is a game section in which push order navigation (specific information) can be notified.
Then, the main control unit 10 operates as the section control means to control the transition between the normal section and the advantageous section.

The normal section stays when the system reset in the slot machine 1 is executed or when the set value is changed (including the resetting of the set value).
Further, when the "condition for transition from the advantageous section to the normal section" described later is satisfied, the advantageous section is entered into the normal section.
Further, the normal section is always controlled to the non-AT state, and in the present embodiment, the preparation state of the gaming state is divided into the normal section.

The normal section continues until a bell role or a rare role (hereinafter, these are also referred to as an advantageous section transition combination) is won by the internal lottery process, and when the advantageous section transition combination is won during the normal section, the third winning game is achieved. After the reel stop operation, the section shifts to the advantageous section (arrow a in FIG. 8).
The advantageous section transition combination may be a winning combination other than the bell role and the rare role.
In addition, when other conditions (stop display of the combination of symbols corresponding to the predetermined winning combination, stop display of the combination of symbols not corresponding to the predetermined winning combination (pushing order bell spilled eyes, etc.)) are satisfied, from the normal section. It may be possible to shift to an advantageous section.
The advantageous section is divided into a non-AT state and an AT state, and in the present embodiment, the normal gaming state of the gaming states is classified as the non-AT state.

(Conditions for transition from advantageous section to normal section)
The transition from the advantageous section to the normal section is performed, for example, when the following conditions are satisfied.
-When the number of AT games is exhausted during the AT state If the number of AT games given during the AT state reaches "0" during the advantageous section, the advantageous section ends and the normal section is entered ( Arrow d) in FIG.
-When the advantageous section limiter is reached If the advantageous section limiter is reached during the advantageous section, the advantageous section ends and the normal section is entered (arrow c in FIG. 8).
"Advantageous section limiter" means "the number of games played during the advantageous section has reached the limiter value" or "the number of acquired games (difference number) in the advantageous section has reached the limiter value". It is to satisfy any of the above conditions.
Specifically, it is a case where the value indicated by the counter A or the counter B, which will be described later, reaches the limiter value.

The above "condition for transition from advantageous section to normal section" is an example, and is not limited to this. For example, "at least one push order bell has been notified" and "a bonus combination has been supported." It may include "the combination of symbols has been stopped and displayed" and the like.
In addition, the transition to the normal section may be made when a predetermined winning combination (normal section transition combination) is won during the advantageous section. For example, a "push order replay" is provided, which is a winning combination in which the combination of symbols that are stopped and displayed according to the pressing order is different, and the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated according to the correct pressing order, triggered by the winning of this pressing order replay. In that case, the advantageous section may end and the normal section may be entered.

Further, while staying in the advantageous section, the advantageous section lamp 13 is basically turned on.
In addition, in order to prevent a decrease in interest, the lights may be turned on only when the number of medals is actually expected to increase. For example, the advantageous section lamp 13 may not be turned on during the normal gaming state.

(Counter related to games)
During the advantageous section, the main control unit 10 operates as a counting means to store the following information about the counter in the RAM.
-Counter A ... Count value of the number of games in the advantageous section-Counter B ... Count value of the number of acquired sheets (difference number) in the advantageous section-Counter C ... Count value of the number of games in the AT state-Counter D ... In the AT state Count value of the number of acquired sheets (difference number) ・ Counter E… Count value of the number of ceiling games ・ Counter F… Count value of points for determining AT mode

The counter A and the counter B are counters related to the advantageous section limiter.
Specifically, when the main control unit 10 shifts from the normal section to the advantageous section, the count of the number of games executed during the advantageous section (counter A) and the count of the number of medals acquired during the advantageous section (counter B). When the value indicated by the counter A reaches the limiter value (1500 games), or when the value indicated by the counter B reaches the limiter value (2400 sheets), the advantageous section is forcibly terminated.

Since the counter B is managed by the difference number, if a winning combination with a larger number of payouts than the number of bets is won in this game, the value of the counter B increases and the number of payouts is smaller than the number of bets. If a prize is won, the value of the counter B decreases.
For example, when the value of the counter B is "100", the 3-bet game is executed and the combination of symbols corresponding to the push order bell (winning combination with more payouts than the number of bets) of 10 payouts is stopped and displayed. If so, the difference number "7" (= 10-3) is added to the value of the counter B, and the value of the counter B becomes "107".
On the other hand, when the 3-bet game is executed and the combination of symbols corresponding to the cherry combination with one payout number (winning combination with a payout number less than the number of bets) is stopped and displayed, the difference number is "2". (= 3-1) is subtracted from the value of the counter B, and the value of the counter B becomes "98".
Further, when the value of the counter B becomes a negative value, the value of the counter B is set to "0" (initialization). For example, if a 3-bet game is executed and a "loss" is won when the value of the counter B is "0", the difference number "3" (= 3-0) is calculated from the value of the counter B. Although it is subtracted, the value of the counter B is corrected to "0".

The counter C is a counter that counts the number of games executed during the AT state, and the main control unit 10 starts counting when the non-AT state shifts to the AT state.
The counter D is a counter that counts the number of medals acquired during the AT state, and the main control unit 10 starts counting when the non-AT state shifts to the AT state.
The counter C and the counter D are set to, for example, "0" as initial values at the start of the AT state. Further, the value of the counter C and the value of the counter D are displayed as "the number of remaining AT differences" and "the number of remaining games" on the display 8 during the AT state.

The counter E is a counter related to the normal game state limiter (upper limit number of games in the normal game state).
Specifically, the main control unit 10 sets the number of ceiling games determined in the ceiling game number lottery, which will be described later, in the counter E, subtracts 1 from the counter E for each game, and counts the counter E.
Then, when the value indicated by the counter E reaches "0" (hereinafter, also referred to as the case where the number of ceiling games is reached), the main control unit 10 shifts from the normal game state to the AT state.

The counter F is a counter related to the AT mode determination point.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 adds (counts) the AT mode determination points determined in the AT mode determination point lottery described later to the value of the counter F.
That is, the counter F is added (counted) each time a special combination is won in the internal lottery process, and the accumulated and stored value of the counter F is referred to in the AT mode lottery described later.
The value of each counter is deleted (initialized) at the end of the advantageous section.

(Details of each game state)
Next, with reference to FIG. 8, each gaming state of the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the transition of each gaming state, and the game characteristics based on each gaming state will be described.
The main control unit 10 can independently perform the transition control between the normal section and the advantageous section, the transition control between RT0 and RT2, and the transition control between the gaming states shown in FIG. However, as described above, since the game of the present embodiment is basically performed at RT1, the game in each game state is basically performed while staying at RT1.
Hereinafter, unless otherwise specified, the transition timing from each gaming state to another gaming state is basically after the third reel stop operation of the game for which the transition condition is satisfied (or after the medal payout is completed). Is. In addition, the present invention is not limited to this, and after the transition condition is satisfied, the transition may be started from the next game.

As shown in FIG. 8, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment has a plurality of game states including a ready state (first game state), a normal game state (second game state), and an AT state (third game state). It has the gaming state of, and shifts between the gaming states based on the establishment of a predetermined transition condition.

(Preparation state)
Since the preparation state is divided into normal sections, it stays when the system reset in the slot machine 1 is executed and when the set value is changed (including the resetting of the set value).
Further, when the above-mentioned "condition for transition from advantageous section to normal section" is satisfied, the state of preparation is entered (arrows c and d in FIG. 8).
The end of the preparation state ends by shifting to the normal gaming state when the advantageous section transition combination is won (the advantageous section transition condition is satisfied) by the internal lottery process (arrow a in FIG. 8).
In this way, when the main control unit 10 determines that the advantageous section transition condition (first condition) is satisfied during the preparation state, the main control unit 10 controls to shift to the advantageous section (normal gaming state), and the advantageous section shifts to the advantageous section. When it is determined that the transition condition (first condition) is not satisfied, the normal section (preparation state) is controlled to be maintained.
That is, the period of stay in the prepared state is extremely short, and during the game, the player stays in a game state other than the prepared state.
In addition, in the transition from the prepared state to the normal gaming state, the transition may be made via the normal precursor state. For example, the display 8 may execute a normal precursor effect of a predetermined number of games (for example, 5 games) when the advantageous section transition combination is won.

In the ready state, the "ceiling game number lottery" is executed when the advantageous section transition role is won.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 determines the number of ceiling games based on the set value set by the probability setting means by referring to the “ceiling game number lottery table” shown in FIG.
The "number of ceiling games" changes the period from the start of the advantageous section to the transition to the AT state, and indicates the number of games from the transition to the normal gaming state to the transition to the AT state. There is.
When the main control unit 10 determines that the number of ceiling games has been reached during the advantageous section (when the value indicated by the counter E reaches "0"), the main control unit 10 continues the advantageous section and shifts the gaming state to the AT state. (Arrow b in FIG. 8).

For example, when setting 1 is set, "100 games" is selected as the number of ceiling games with a probability of 32/256, "200 games" is selected with a probability of 16/256, and a probability of 48/256. "300 games" is selected, "500 games" is selected with a probability of 128/256, and "700 games" is selected with a probability of 32/256.
When setting 6 is set, "100 games" is selected as the number of ceiling games with a probability of 64/256, "200 games" is selected with a probability of 128/256, and a probability of 32/256. "300 games" is selected, "500 games" is selected with a probability of 24/256, and "700 games" is selected with a probability of 8/256.
Further, the number of ceiling games determined in the number of ceiling games lottery is set in the counter E.

As described above, as an overall tendency, the probability that a small number of ceiling games is selected is higher when a higher setting value is set by the probability setting means.
In addition, since the distribution value is such that the number of ceiling games to be determined is characterized by the case where the set value in the probability setting means is an even value and the case where the value is an odd value, the AT state is entered according to the set value. The length of the period until the game is played will change, the game content can be diversified, and the interest can be improved.
Further, since the player can estimate the set value to some extent from the determined number of ceiling games, it is possible to improve the fun of the game.

Not limited to this, when a low setting value is set by the probability setting means, the probability that a small number of ceiling games is selected may be higher. Further, the number of ceiling games common to all the set values may be determined.
In addition, the number of ceiling games may be determined based on the winning combination of the game this time. For example, the probability that a small number of ceiling games will be selected may be higher when the rare role is won than when the winning combination other than the rare role is won.

(Normal game state)
The normal game state is a game state in which the non-AT state is controlled, the game is entered after the preparation state is completed (arrow a in FIG. 8), and the game continues until the number of ceiling games is reached.
When the number of ceiling games is reached due to the progress of the game during the normal game state, the state shifts to the AT state (arrow b in FIG. 8).
Therefore, the normal game state is a disadvantageous game state for the player in which the number of medals held by the player gradually decreases as the game continues, and the player reaches the number of ceiling games as soon as possible and is in the AT state. The game will be played with the hope of shifting to.
In the transition from the normal gaming state to the AT state, the transition may be made via the AT precursor state or the AT gasse precursor state in order to increase the expectation of winning the AT state.
For example, starting the precursory effect on the display 8 before the predetermined number of games (for example, 10 games) reaching the number of ceiling games, and shifting to the AT state in the game that reaches the number of ceiling games (final game of the precursory effect). May be notified.

During the normal gaming state, the player can select and proceed with the game so that the consumption of medals is reduced or the consumption of medals is increased according to the operation mode of the stop buttons 5a to 5c.
Specifically, if the "special role" is won by performing the stop operation (stop operation according to a specific operation mode) for winning the above-mentioned "special role A" and proceeding with the game, the "special role" is "special". It is possible to surely win the "role A" and obtain the difference number "7".
On the other hand, if the "special role" is won by performing the stop operation (stop operation by a non-specific operation mode) for winning the above-mentioned "special role B" and proceeding with the game, the "special role A" is won. It is possible to avoid winning the prize and consume the difference number "2" (acquire -2).
As described above, in the present embodiment, during the normal gaming state, a high-base stop operation (stop operation according to a specific operation mode) or a low-base stop operation (stop operation according to a non-specific operation mode) is performed. Since the player can select whether or not to proceed with the game by winning the "special role A", the player can select whether or not to proceed with the game.

Further, in the normal game state, when a special combination is won in the internal lottery process, an AT mode determination point lottery for determining points to be given to the player is executed.
Specifically, when the main control unit 10 operates as a determination means according to the present invention, points to be given from a plurality of point values based on a stop mode of a symbol corresponding to a special combination (hereinafter referred to as AT mode). Determining point (specific value) is determined.
For example, the main control unit 10 determines the AT mode determination points to be given based on the winning combination by lottery by referring to the “AT mode determination point lottery table” shown in FIG.
For example, when "Special role A" wins a prize (the combination of symbols is stopped and displayed in the first stop mode), "1" is selected with a probability of 256/256, and "2" or more is not selected. Has been done.
In addition, when "special role B" wins (the combination of symbols is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode), "2" is selected with a probability of 56/256, and "3" is selected with a probability of 50/256. Selected, "4" is selected with a probability of 50/256, "5" is selected with a probability of 50/256, "6" is selected with a probability of 50/256, and "1" is not selected. It is set.
Then, the AT mode determination points determined in the AT mode determination point lottery are counted (added) each time they are determined, and are accumulated and stored (counter F value).

In this way, when the special role is won, it is easier for the "special role B" to win a larger AT mode determination point than the "special role A" to win.
Therefore, the player can easily accumulate points for determining the AT mode by performing a stop operation (stop operation according to a non-specific operation mode) for winning the "special role B" during the normal game state and proceeding with the game. On the other hand, by performing a stop operation (stop operation according to a specific operation mode) for winning the "special combination A" and proceeding with the game, it is possible to make it difficult to accumulate points for determining the AT mode.
Then, the total number of AT mode determination points accumulated during the normal game state is referred to in the AT mode determination lottery described later.

The case where the points for determining the AT mode are determined based on the stop mode of the symbol corresponding to the special role has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the number of medals to be paid out and the difference number when the special role is won. Based on this, the AT mode determination point may be determined.
For example, if "1 card" is paid out when a special role is won, a large AT mode determination point is easily determined, and if "10 cards" are paid out when a special role is won, a small AT mode is used. The decision point may be easily determined.
Alternatively, when the difference number of "2 sheets" decreases, a large AT mode determination point is easily determined, and when the difference number of "7 sheets" increases, a small AT mode determination point is easily determined. It may be.

Further, in the AT mode determination point lottery, the case where points having a positive value are given has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a negative value or points of "0" may be given. .. In addition, a predetermined number of points may be uniformly given.
Further, it is assumed that the AT mode determination points determined in the AT mode determination point lottery and the total value thereof are not notified to the player, but the display 8 is not limited to this. Etc. may be notified or suggested. For example, in the normal game state, the AT mode determination points may be notified at the timing when the AT mode determination points are determined, and the total value of the AT mode determination points may be notified at the timing when the number of ceiling games is reached. You may.
Further, in the normal game state, by providing the normal probability state and the high probability state, the number of points determined in the AT mode determination point lottery may be different depending on the probability state during the stay. For example, it may be easier to determine a large point when it is controlled to a high probability state than when it is controlled to a normal probability state.

In the normal game state, it is assumed that the number of ceiling games is subtracted by one game for each game, but the present invention is not limited to this, and two or more games may be subtracted.
For example, the number of subtraction games for subtracting the number of ceiling games according to the winning combination of the games this time may be determined by lottery.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 may determine the number of subtraction games in any of a plurality of periods (0, 10, 30, 50 games) having different lengths by lottery. In this case, for example, it may be set so that a larger number of subtraction games is determined when the rare combination is won than when the winning combination other than the rare combination is won.
As a result, when the rare role is won, the period until the number of ceiling games is reached is greatly shortened. In particular, a rare role (for example, a strong cherry) having a relatively low winning probability is more likely to determine a large number of subtraction games, so that it is possible to improve the interest of the game.
If the determined number of subtraction games exceeds the number of ceiling games, the number of games that exceeds this number may be carried over. As a result, it is possible to prevent the number of subtraction games from being wasted when a large number of subtraction games are determined when the rare role is won.

(AT state)
In the AT state, the correct push order of the winning "push order bells 1 to 6" is notified, so the player operates according to this correct push order, and the medals held by the player increase by a certain amount. It is an advantageous gaming state for the player who plays. Therefore, the player will play the game while hoping to stay in the AT state for as long as possible.

The AT state enters when the number of ceiling games is reached in the normal game state (arrow b in FIG. 8).
The AT state of the present embodiment is a game number management type AT, and when the game progresses by being managed by the number of games (the number of AT games) and the number of AT games is exhausted, the AT state is changed at the end of the advantageous section. finish.
During the AT state, control information related to the AT state is transmitted from the main control unit 10 to the sub control unit 20, and under the control of the sub control unit 20, various effect images and character images in the AT state are displayed on the display 8. Etc. are displayed. For example, on the display 8, the number of acquired games (difference number) in the AT state, the total number of games in the AT state, and the like are displayed.

Further, the AT state is managed in a plurality of modes (AT mode).
For example, three types of AT mode A (specific third game state), AT mode B (specific third game state or special third game state), and AT mode C (special third game state) are provided, and AT Based on the relationship of mode A <AT mode B <AT mode C, the expectation of winning medals during the AT state is set to be high.

The number of AT games (the number of initial AT games) at the start of the AT state is given according to the AT mode. For example, "50 games" is given when AT mode A is selected, "70 games" is given when AT mode B is selected, and "100 games" is given when AT mode C is selected. ..
Not limited to this, the same number of games may be given, or the initial number of AT games may be determined by lottery from a plurality of games.

The AT mode is determined, for example, when the number of ceiling games is reached.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 determines the AT mode by lottery based on the total value of the AT mode determination points when the number of ceiling games is reached by referring to the "AT mode lottery table" shown in FIG. do.
For example, when the total value of the AT mode determination points is "40 or more", "AT mode B" is selected with a probability of 56/256, and "AT mode C" is selected with a probability of 200/256. "AT mode A" is set not to be selected.
When the total value of the AT mode determination points is "16 to 20", "AT mode A" is selected with a probability of 128/256, and "AT mode B" is selected with a probability of 96/256. , 32/256 is set so that "AT mode C" is selected.
When the total value of the AT mode determination points is "0 to 4", "AT mode A" is selected with a probability of 253/256, and "AT mode B" is selected with a probability of 2/256. , "AT mode C" is set to be selected with a probability of 1/256.

In this way, when the number of ceiling games is reached in the normal game state, the total value of the AT mode determination points when the number of ceiling games is reached is smaller than when the total value of the AT mode determination points is small (first specific value). When is large (second specific value), it is possible to control the AT state to be transferred next time to a state more advantageous to the player than the normal AT state with a higher probability.
That is, the larger the total value of the AT mode determination points when the number of ceiling games is reached, the higher the probability that the AT mode with a high expectation of paying out will be selected.

Therefore, during the normal game state, by selecting the stop operation according to the specific operation mode and performing the game, the "special role A" is surely won and the consumption of medals is suppressed (so-called coin holding state). In the AT state in which the game progresses in, the probability of staying in the AT state with a low medal acquisition expectation is high.
On the other hand, during the normal game state, by selecting the stop operation according to the non-specific operation mode and performing the game, the winning of "special role A" is avoided and a large amount of medals are consumed (so-called coin holding is low). ), In the AT state that shifts after that, the probability of staying in the AT state with a high expectation of winning medals is high.
That is, the more medals are consumed during the normal game state, the more balls can be expected to be ejected during the subsequent AT state.

Therefore, if the player wants to enjoy the game with a gentle wave of balls, he / she can proceed with the game by winning a "special role A" by a stop operation according to a specific operation mode during the normal game state. Well, as a result, it is possible to shift to the AT state (AT mode) in a state where the consumption of medals is suppressed.
On the other hand, when the player wants to enjoy the game with a game with a violent wave of balls, the player proceeds with the game without winning the "special role A" by the stop operation by the non-specific operation mode during the normal game state. As a result, it is possible to shift to the AT state (AT mode) in which a large number of balls can be expected.
As a result, the player can select the wave of the ball to be ejected by himself / herself, so that the needs of the player can be met.

The "AT mode lottery table" shown in FIG. 11 shows a case common to all set values, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the AT mode is determined based on the set values set by the probability setting means. You may decide. For example, the higher the set value, the higher the expectation of the AT mode may be determined. Further, some AT modes may be determined only by some setting values.
Further, the distribution value may be set so that the AT mode determined is characterized by the case where the set value in the probability setting means is an even value and the case where the set value is an odd value. For example, if the value is an odd value, the winning probability of AT mode A may be increased, and if the value is even, the winning probability of AT mode C may be increased.
Further, the AT mode is not limited to the determination of the AT mode determination points, but for example, the difference number in the advantageous section (counter B value) when the number of ceiling games is reached and the number of medals paid out in the advantageous section. The AT mode may be determined based on this.
Further, the AT performance (initial number of AT games, additional winning probability) may be the same in all AT modes, and the maximum number of medals that can be obtained in the AT state may be different for each AT mode. For example, the AT mode A may be set to "200 sheets", the AT mode B may be set to "500 sheets", and the AT mode C may be set to "1000 sheets".
Further, two or less AT modes or four or more AT modes may be provided.

Next, an additional lottery for the number of AT games will be described.
In the AT state, when a predetermined winning combination is won, a lottery for the number of additional games is performed in which a predetermined number of games are added to the number of AT games.
In the number of additional games lottery, a lottery is performed based on the type of winning combination of the game this time and the AT mode in which the player is staying, and whether or not the game is added and the number of games to be added (the number of additional games).

Specifically, the main control unit 10 determines the number of additional games by lottery by referring to the "additional game number lottery table" shown in FIG.
For example, when staying in AT mode A, as shown in FIG. 12A, when the "chance eye" is won, "10 games" is selected with a probability of 50/256, and 152 "30 games" is selected with a probability of / 256, "60 games" is selected with a probability of 32/256, "90 games" is selected with a probability of 32/256, and "0 games" is not selected. It is set.
If the "watermelon" is won, "0 games" is selected with a probability of 180/256, "30 games" is selected with a probability of 30/256, and "60 games" is selected with a probability of 10/256. Is selected, and "90 games" is set to be selected with a probability of 36/256. When "0 game" is selected, it indicates that the addition is not performed.
If the "strong cherry" is won, "30 games" is selected with a probability of 200/256, "60 games" is selected with a probability of 36/256, and "90 games" is selected with a probability of 20/256. "Is selected, and" 0 games "and" 10 games "are not selected.

When staying in AT mode B, as shown in FIG. 12B, the probability of being added is set higher than when staying in AT mode A, and a large addition game is set. It is set so that the probability that the number is selected is high.
Further, when staying in AT mode C, as shown in FIG. 12 (c), the addition is always added, which is more than the case of staying in AT mode A and AT mode B. The probability of being added is set high, and the probability of selecting a large number of additional games is set to be high.

In this way, as a result of drawing a lottery on whether or not to add or not and the number of games to be added according to the type of winning combination, various winning results are derived, and various games are executed. It is possible to improve the fun of the game.
In addition, the rare role with a relatively low winning probability has a higher probability of winning the additional lottery, and the difference in the number of additional lottery is larger, so it is possible to raise the expectation of the player. Become.
Further, since the degree of expectation for the addition differs depending on the AT mode in which the player stays (relationship between AT mode A <AT mode B <AT mode C), it is possible to further increase the expectation of the player.

In the "additional game number lottery table" shown in FIG. 12, it is assumed that all the set values are common, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the additional game number lottery is based on the set value set by the probability setting means. May be done. For example, by providing a lottery table for the number of additional games for each set value, the higher the set value, the higher the probability of winning the additional lottery, and the larger the number of additional games may be easily determined. ..
Further, when a rare role or the like is won during the AT state, a special zone that facilitates the conditions for addition may be generated for a specific period (for example, 10 games) instead of the lottery for the number of additional games. .. For example, during the specialization zone, control such as increasing the additional winning probability or adding a large number of games may be performed as compared with other game states.
In addition, the lottery for the number of additional games may be triggered by the winning of a winning combination other than the rare role such as "common bell", and the number of additional games can be arbitrarily set.
Further, although the number of additional games is set to a positive value, it may be set to a negative value.
Further, instead of adding the number of games, the number of sets (for example, 50 cards / set) may be added.

As described above, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the player performs a stop operation (stop operation by a non-specific operation mode) to prevent the "special combination A" from winning a prize during the normal game state. It is controlled so that the AT mode determination points are more easily accumulated in the progress of the game than in the progress of the game by performing the stop operation (stop operation according to a specific operation mode) for winning the "special role A". Can be done.
Then, when the number of ceiling games is reached, the larger the total number of AT mode determination points accumulated during the normal game state, the more balls can be expected to be ejected in the AT state that shifts thereafter, while it is possible to stay in the AT state. The smaller the total number of points for determining the AT mode, the more playable the ball can be in the AT state in which the ball is played modestly in the AT state in which the ball is subsequently transferred.
As a result, the more medals are consumed and the game progresses during the normal game state, that is, the more the winning of "special role A" is avoided, the more balls can be expected during the subsequent AT state. It is possible to prevent the interest of the game from being lowered.
Further, even if the game is advanced while suppressing the consumption of medals during the normal game state, it is possible to surely shift to the AT state although many balls cannot be expected.
As described above, according to the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the player can select the wave of the ball to be ejected by himself / herself, so that the needs of the player can be met.

(Modified example of the first embodiment)
Next, a modified example of the first embodiment will be described.
The slot machine 1 according to the first embodiment can also be a modified example as shown below.

In the above-described embodiment, when the special role is won, the case where the "special role B" wins is easier to determine the AT mode determination point larger than the case where the "special role A" wins, has been described. Not limited to this, it may be set so that a smaller AT mode determination point is more easily determined when the "special role B" wins than when the "special role A" wins.
In this case, in the AT mode lottery, the smaller the total number of AT mode determination points, the higher the probability of shifting to the AT mode with high expectation.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, when the winning of the "special role A" is avoided, the case where the "special role B" is won is described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the bonus is controlled so as to be won. May be good.
For example, in a special role winning game, when a push operation is performed at a specific timing, the combination of symbols that can win a bonus may be stopped and displayed so that the bonus can be won. In this case, during the bonus, the coin holding is extremely high by setting the game state so that the amount of medals consumed is larger than that of avoiding the winning of "Special Role A" and proceeding with the game during the normal game state. A low state can be achieved.
In this way, by winning the bonus, in the AT state that shifts thereafter, the probability of staying in the AT state with a high medal acquisition expectation can be extremely increased.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the case where the point value (AT mode determination point) is used as the specific value is illustrated, but instead of or in addition to this, the special winning number of winnings may be used as the specific value.
For example, in the main control unit 10 (counting means), the number of times the "special combination A" has won a prize (the number of times the combination of symbols is stopped and displayed in the first stop mode) and the "special combination B" are displayed in the normal gaming state. The number of times the prize is won (the number of times the combination of symbols is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode) is counted.
Then, when the number of ceiling games is reached, the more times the combination of symbols is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode, the more the number of times is counted as the second specific value, and the AT state that shifts thereafter is larger than the normal AT state. It is possible to control the ball to be released in an advantageous state where it can be expected.
Further, when the number of ceiling games is reached, the smaller the number of times the symbol combination is stopped and displayed in the first stop mode, the more the number of times is counted as the second specific value, and the AT state that shifts thereafter is larger than that of the normal AT state. It is possible to control the ball to be released in an advantageous state where it can be expected.
That is, by the time the number of ceiling games is reached, the more times the "special role B" wins, the more balls can be expected to stay in the AT mode (special third game state), while the "special role B" can be stayed. The more times "A" wins, the more it is possible to stay in the AT mode (specific third game state) in which the number of balls is modest.

In addition, the specific value can be the number of payouts when the special role is won or the difference number when the special role is won.
In this case, the main control unit 10 (counting means) counts the number of payouts and the difference number related to the winning of the "special combination A" and the number of payouts and the difference number related to the winning of the "special combination B" in the normal game state. Therefore, when the number of ceiling games is reached, the smaller the total value of the number of payouts or the smaller the total value of the difference number, the more advantageous the AT state that shifts thereafter can be expected to be more than the normal AT state. The state can be controlled.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, since it is assumed that the AT transition lottery is not executed during the non-AT state (preparation state, normal game state), the normal game state is always triggered when the number of ceiling games is reached. However, the case is not limited to this, and the AT transition lottery may be executed during the non-AT state, and whether or not the transition to the AT state is possible may be determined based on the lottery result.
For example, when the advantageous section transition combination is won, the AT transition lottery is executed based on the set value set by the probability setting means, and when a high set value is set, the expectation of AT winning is higher. be able to.
Then, when the number of ceiling games is reached, if the game is not won in the AT transition lottery, the game state is controlled to shift to the ready state (normal section), and if the game is won in the AT transition lottery, the game state is controlled. The game state may be controlled to shift to the AT state.

In addition to whether or not the AT state can be won as a result of the AT transition lottery, the "preparation state" may be won. For example, the winning of a rare role may trigger the winning of the "prepared state" with a predetermined probability, or the winning of a specific role may trigger the winning of the "prepared state".
In this way, by executing the AT transition lottery triggered by the winning of the advantageous section transition combination (triggered by the transition from the normal section to the advantageous section), each time the transition from the advantageous section to the normal section is performed, the AT shifts. The lottery will be executed. Therefore, it may be more advantageous to shift to the normal section (prepared state) than to stay in the advantageous section (normal gaming state), and it has a peculiar game performance compared to the conventional gaming machine, which is surprising. It is possible to provide a game having.

Further, the number of ceiling games may be determined based on the winning result of the AT transition lottery.
For example, in the case of non-winning in the AT transition lottery, a small number of ceiling games can be easily selected, and in the case of winning in the AT transition lottery, a large number of ceiling games can be easily selected. good.
As a result, in the case of non-winning in the AT transition lottery, it is possible to shift to the ready state in a short game period after the start of the advantageous section, and then when the transition to the advantageous section, the lottery in the AT state is executed earlier. Will be done.
In addition, if the player has won the AT transition lottery, there is a high possibility that he / she will stay in the so-called "hamari zone" in which the game period from the start of the advantageous section to the transition to the AT state becomes longer. As a result, there is a high possibility that the gaming period (staying period in the normal gaming state) until the transition to the AT state during the advantageous section is long, so that it is possible to prevent the profit of the player from becoming significantly large. ..

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the case of shifting from the normal gaming state to the AT state when the number of ceiling games is reached has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the game is shifted to the chance zone (hereinafter, CZ). May be good.
The CZ is in the non-AT state, and continues until, for example, a predetermined number of games (for example, 10 times) are executed, and during the stay, a lottery for shifting to the AT state is executed.
Further, the CZ is set in a plurality of modes such as CZ mode A (specific third game state), mode B (specific third game state or special third game state), and CZ mode C (special third game state). It is managed, and is set so that the winning expectation of the AT state is high based on the relationship of CZ mode A <CZ mode B <CZ mode C.
When the number of ceiling games is reached, the larger the total number of AT mode determination points accumulated during the normal game state, the higher the expectation of transition to the AT state is, the more it is possible to stay in CZ (CZ mode), while the AT mode determination As the total number of points for use is smaller, it is possible to control the CZ (CZ mode) in which the expectation of transition to the AT state is low.
The AT state that shifts after the end of CZ may shift to a uniform AT mode (for example, AT mode B), or CZ mode A shifts to AT mode A and CZ mode B shifts to AT mode B. The transition may be made so that the CZ mode C shifts to the AT mode C.
In CZ, the AT state may be set to execute the push order navigation with a predetermined probability (for example, 60%) when the push order bell is won.

(Second Embodiment)
Next, the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 13 to 18.
The slot machine 1 according to the second embodiment is the same as the slot machine 1 according to the first embodiment with respect to the basic configuration (FIGS. 1 to 4) and the gaming state (FIGS. 7 to 8).
Therefore, the points different from the above-described first embodiment will be described below.

As shown in FIG. 13, the winning combination of the slot machine 1 according to the second embodiment is different from the first embodiment in that the bell combination is provided with a “common bell”.
The "common bell" is a winning combination in which the corresponding combinations of symbols are aligned regardless of the order in which they are pressed. If the "bell replay bell" is stopped and displayed on the winning line, 10 medals will be displayed. It is paid out (see FIG. 13).
Further, in the "common bell", the winning probability is set to 2937/65536 in the bonus non-winning state and the bonus winning state.

Further, in the present embodiment, the winning probabilities of "pushing order bells 1 to 6" are set to be different from those in the first embodiment.
As shown in FIG. 14, in the "push order bell 1" and the "push order bell 2", the winning probabilities are set to 1080/65536 in the bonus non-winning state and the bonus winning state, and the "push order bell 3 to" 6 ”is set with a winning probability of 10880/65536 in the bonus non-winning state and the bonus winning state.
As described above, in the present embodiment, among the "push order bells 1 to 6", the winning probability of the "push order bell 1" and the "push order bell 2" in which the left reel is the first correct push order is the left reel. It is set extremely low compared to the winning probability of "pushing order bells 3 to 6", which is the first correct pushing order except for.

With such a configuration, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, during the first reel stop operation during the normal game state, the stop button 5b or the stop button 5c is stopped (stop operation according to a specific operation mode) to play the game. As it progresses, there is an extremely high probability that "push-order bells 3 to 6" will win a prize.
On the other hand, during the first reel stop operation during the normal game state, the stop button 5a is stopped (stop operation according to a non-specific operation mode) and the game progresses, so that the "push order bells 3 to 6" win a prize. There is no, and there is a very low probability that "Push Order Bells 1-2" will win.
That is, in the present embodiment, it is better to select a high-base stop operation (stop operation according to a specific operation mode) and perform the game during the normal game state, which is a low-base stop operation (stop according to a non-specific operation mode). Rather than selecting operation) to play the game, it has a game property that allows the game to proceed in a state in which the consumption of medals is suppressed (so-called a state in which the coin holding is high).

In this way, the type of push order bell to be won can be selected depending on the operation mode of the stop button 5 by the player, and the number of medals that the player can obtain during the normal game state (non-AT state) changes. It has become like.
Then, due to the difference in the stop operation performed during the normal game state, the expectation of the ball output during the AT state to be subsequently shifted is different.
The winning probability of the "internal lottery table" shown in FIG. 14 is not limited to the above-mentioned value, and can be arbitrarily changed. For example, the winning probability of "push order bell 1" and "push order bell 2" may be set to 0/65536. Further, the winning probabilities of the "pushing order bell 1" and the "pushing order bell 2" may be extremely high, and the winning probabilities of the "pushing order bells 3 to 6" may be extremely low.

(Preparation state)
In the ready state, the "difference number initial value lottery" is executed when the advantageous section transition combination is won.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 refers to the "difference number initial value lottery table" shown in FIG. 15 and makes a difference based on the winning combination of the game this time and the set value set by the probability setting means. Determine the initial value of the number of sheets.
The "initial difference number" is an initial value (initial value of the counter F) of the difference number in the advantageous section at the start of the advantageous section, and in the present embodiment, a numerical value of "0" or less is determined. There is.
That is, in the above-mentioned first embodiment, it is assumed that the initial difference number is "0", but in the present embodiment, the initial difference number is determined by lottery and a negative value is determined. May occur.

For example, as shown in FIG. 15A, when a winning combination other than a rare combination is won in this game and setting 1 is set, "0" is selected with a probability of 224/256. Then, "-100 sheets" is selected with a probability of 16/256, "-300 sheets" is selected with a probability of 8/256, and "-500 sheets" is selected with a probability of 8/256. Has been done.
When setting 6 is set, "0 sheets" is selected with a probability of 216/256, "-100 sheets" is selected with a probability of 32/256, and "-300 sheets" is selected with a probability of 8/256. Is selected, and "-500 sheets" is not selected.

Further, as shown in FIG. 15 (b), when the rare role is won in the game this time and the setting 1 is set, "0 sheets" is selected with a probability of 192/256, and 32 / It is set so that "-100 sheets" is selected with a probability of 256, "-300 sheets" is selected with a probability of 16/256, and "-500 sheets" is selected with a probability of 16/256.
When setting 6 is set, "0 sheets" is selected with a probability of 160/256, "-100 sheets" is selected with a probability of 64/256, and "-300 sheets" is selected with a probability of 16/256. Is selected, and it is set so that "-500 sheets" is selected with a probability of 16/256.

In this way, when a high setting value is set for each of the even value and the odd value, the probability that a small number of initial difference sheets is selected is set to be higher.
In addition, it is set so that the probability that a small number of initial difference sheets will be selected is higher when the rare role is won than when the winning combination other than the rare role is won.
Therefore, if the initial difference number of negative values is determined in the initial difference number lottery, when the number of ceiling games is reached due to the progress of the subsequent games, the difference number of advantageous sections (counter F value). Is a further reduced value.

In addition, in the difference number initial value lottery, even if the probability that a small number of initial difference sheets is selected is higher when the winning combination other than the rare role is won than when the rare role is won. good.
In addition, a lottery for the initial difference may be performed according to the type of winning combination of the game this time. For example, among the rare roles, the rare role (for example, strong cherry) having a relatively low winning probability may be more likely to determine the initial difference number of small numbers.
Further, the initial difference number may be determined based on either the winning combination of the game this time or the set value set by the probability setting means.
Further, the initial difference number may be determined with a predetermined probability regardless of the winning combination of the game and the set value set by the probability setting means.
Further, a numerical value (plus value) of "1" or more may be determined as the initial difference number.

(Normal game state)
Similar to the first embodiment, the normal game state is controlled so as to continue until the number of ceiling games is reached, and when the number of ceiling games is reached, the game always shifts to the AT state.
Further, during the normal gaming state, the player can select and proceed with the game so that the consumption of medals is reduced or the consumption of medals is increased according to the operation mode of the stop buttons 5a to 5c. ..
Specifically, by proceeding with the game in a stop mode (stop operation according to a specific operation mode) in which the stop button 5b or the stop button 5c is operated during the first reel stop operation, the "push order bells 3 to 6" can be reliably performed. You can win a prize and pay out "10 cards" with high probability.
On the other hand, by advancing the game in a stop mode (stop operation by a non-specific operation mode) in which the stop button 5a is operated during the first reel stop operation, the game proceeds without winning the "push order bells 3 to 6". can do.
As described above, in the normal game state, the player can select whether or not to proceed with the game by surely winning the "pushing order bells 3 to 6".

Further, in the normal gaming state, the expected degree during the AT state to be shifted to the next time is identifiablely notified to the player.
For example, by notifying the degree of expectation by the background image displayed on the display 8 and displaying the morning background image, the day background image, the evening background image, the night background image, and the heaven background image, "morning"<"day". It suggests that expectations are high based on the relationship of <"evening"<"night"<"heaven".
As a result, the player pays attention to the background image in the normal gaming state, and the interest can be enhanced.

In addition, the background image may change at a predetermined timing during the normal gaming state.
Specifically, the sub-control unit 20 refers to the “background change lottery table” shown in FIG. 16 and takes the opportunity that the difference number (value indicated by the counter F) in the advantageous section reaches a predetermined number. , The background image change lottery for determining whether or not to change the background image and the background image to be changed is executed.
The sub control unit 20 can recognize the difference number in the advantageous section by receiving the difference number in the advantageous section (counter F value) from the main control unit 10 at a predetermined timing. It has become.

For example, when the difference number in the advantageous section reaches "-100" or "-200", the morning background image is selected with a probability of 200/256, and the daytime background image is selected with a probability of 40/256. It is selected and the evening background image is set to be selected with a probability of 16/256.
When the difference number in the advantageous section reaches "-900", the daytime background image is selected with a probability of 64/256, the evening background image is selected with a probability of 128/256, and 64/256. The night background image is set to be selected with the probability of.
Further, when the difference number in the advantageous section reaches "-1300", the heaven background image is set to be selected with a probability of 256/256.
In this way, the smaller the difference in the number of sheets in the advantageous section (the larger the consumption of medals in the normal gaming state), the higher the probability that the background image suggesting that the AT state to be transferred next time is expected to be selected is selected. It gets higher. On the other hand, the larger the difference in the number of sheets in the advantageous section (the smaller the consumption of medals in the normal game state), the higher the probability that the background image suggesting that the expectation of the AT state to be transferred next time is low is selected. ..

The background image determined as a result of the lottery is displayed in place of the currently displayed background image.
However, if the result of the lottery is the same as the currently displayed background image, or if the degree of expectation is lower than the currently displayed background image, the display of the background image does not change. Not limited to this, the display of the background image may be changed even when the background image is the same as the currently displayed background image or when the degree of expectation is lower than the currently displayed background image.

The case where the background image change lottery is executed every time the difference number in the advantageous section is subtracted by 100 sheets has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the lottery may be executed at any timing.
Further, if the difference number in the advantageous section reaches the predetermined number that triggers the execution of the lottery once and then reaches the predetermined number again, it is assumed that the lottery will not be performed. However, the lottery may be performed even when the predetermined number is reached again.
Further, the notification mode for notifying the expected degree of the AT state is not limited to the background image, and any notification mode can be used as long as the notification mode is associated with the expected degree. For example, lighting by the lamp 11 or output of a sound effect by the speaker 9 may be used.

(AT state)
Similar to the first embodiment, the AT state of the present embodiment is a game number management type AT, which is managed in a plurality of modes (AT modes), and the AT mode is determined when, for example, the number of ceiling games is reached. ..

The main control unit 10 determines the AT mode by lottery based on the difference number of sheets in the advantageous section when the number of ceiling games is reached by referring to the “AT mode lottery table” shown in FIG.
For example, when the difference number is "-299 or more", "AT mode A" is selected with a probability of 253/256, "AT mode B" is selected with a probability of 2/256, and 1/256. It is set so that "AT mode C" is selected with a probability.
When the difference number is "-1100 or less", "AT mode B" is selected with a probability of 56/256, and "AT mode C" is selected with a probability of 200/256. , "AT mode A" is set not to be selected.
In this way, the smaller the difference in the number of advantageous sections when the number of ceiling games is reached, the higher the probability that the AT mode with high expectation will be selected, and the larger the difference in the number of advantageous sections, the lower the expectation of AT mode. Is set to increase the probability of being selected.

Therefore, in the normal game state, by selecting the stop operation according to the specific operation mode and performing the game, the consumption of medals is suppressed and the decrease in the number of difference sheets in the advantageous section is suppressed. The probability of staying in AT mode, which has a low expectation of winning medals, increases.
On the other hand, by selecting the stop operation according to the non-specific operation mode and performing the game, the more medals are consumed and the difference number in the advantageous section decreases, the higher the expectation of winning medals is in the AT state in which the transition occurs thereafter. The probability of staying in AT mode increases.
Therefore, when the player wants to enjoy the game with a gentle wave of balls, the player can win the "push order bells 3 to 6" by the stop operation according to the specific operation mode during the normal game state. It suffices to proceed, and as a result, it is possible to shift to the AT state (AT mode) while suppressing the consumption of medals.
On the other hand, when the player wants to enjoy the game with a game with a violent wave of balls, he / she does not win the "push order bells 3 to 6" by the stop operation by the non-specific operation mode during the normal game state. It suffices to proceed with the game, and as a result, it is possible to shift to the AT state (AT mode) in which a large number of balls can be expected.
As a result, the player can select the wave of the ball to be ejected by himself / herself, so that the needs of the player can be met.

During the AT state, a lottery for the number of additional games is performed as in the first embodiment.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 determines the number of additional games by lottery by referring to the "additional game number lottery table" shown in FIG.
For example, when staying in AT mode A, as shown in FIG. 18A, when the "common bell" is won, "0 game" is selected with a probability of 232/256, and 24 It is set so that "10 games" are selected with a probability of / 256. When "0 game" is selected, it indicates that the addition is not performed.
If the "watermelon" is won, "0 games" is selected with a probability of 180/256, "30 games" is selected with a probability of 30/256, and "60 games" is selected with a probability of 10/256. Is selected, and "90 games" is set to be selected with a probability of 36/256.
If the "strong cherry" is won, "30 games" is selected with a probability of 200/256, "60 games" is selected with a probability of 36/256, and "90 games" is selected with a probability of 20/256. Is set to be selected.

Further, as shown in FIG. 18B, when staying in AT mode B, the probability of being added is set higher and higher than when staying in AT mode A. It is set so that the probability that the number of additional games will be selected is high.
Further, as shown in FIG. 18C, when staying in AT mode C, the probability of being added is set higher than when staying in AT mode A and AT mode B. Moreover, it is set so that the probability that a large number of additional games will be selected is high. If you win the role of rare, you will always be added.
In this way, the rare role with a relatively low winning probability has a higher probability of winning the additional lottery, and the difference number added is larger.

As described above, the slot machine 1 according to the second embodiment can stay in the AT state (AT mode) in which a large number of balls can be expected to be output in the AT state in which the slot machine 1 according to the second embodiment has a smaller difference number in the advantageous section. On the other hand, the larger the difference in the number of sheets in the advantageous section, the more playable the player can stay in the AT state (AT mode) in which the number of balls is modest in the AT state in which the ball is subsequently shifted.
As a result, the more medals are consumed during the normal game state, the more balls can be expected after that, so that it is possible to prevent the game from being less enjoyable. Further, even when the game is advanced while the consumption of medals is suppressed during the normal game state, the AT state can be entered.
In this way, since the player can select the wave of the ball to be ejected by himself / herself, it is possible to meet the needs of the player.

(Modified example of the second embodiment)
Next, a modified example of the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 19 to 21.
The slot machine 1 according to the second embodiment can also be a modified example as shown below.

In this modification, when a predetermined winning combination is won during the normal game state, whether or not to subtract the difference number of advantageous sections (counter F value) and the lottery of the difference number to be subtracted (subtraction difference number) are drawn. Will be done.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 determines the subtraction difference number by lottery based on the winning combination of the game this time by referring to the "subtraction difference number lottery table" shown in FIG.
For example, if you win the "chance eye" or "strong cherry", the difference is always subtracted, and "normal replay", "common bell", "watermelon", "weak" When "cherry" is won, the difference number is set to be subtracted with a predetermined probability.
For example, if the "chance" is won, "10" is selected with a probability of 240/256, "30" is selected with a probability of 12/256, and "50" is selected with a probability of 4/256. Is set to be selected.
If the "common bell" is won, "0" is selected with a probability of 250/256, "10" is selected with a probability of 5/256, and "30" is selected with a probability of 1/256. Is set to be selected. When "0 sheets" is determined, it indicates that the difference number is not subtracted.
As a result of the lottery, the subtraction difference number determined is subtracted from the difference number (counter F value) in the advantageous section.

In this way, it is set that the probability of winning the rare role is higher than that of winning the winning role other than the rare role, and more people are winning the rare role. The number of subtraction differences is set to be determined. In particular, a rare role (for example, a strong cherry) having a relatively low winning probability tends to have a large subtraction difference number, so that it is possible to improve the fun of the game.

In this way, by winning the subtraction difference number lottery, the difference number of advantageous sections (counter F value) is greatly reduced, so that the difference number of advantageous sections when the number of ceiling games is reached is also significantly reduced. Become.
As a result, in the above-mentioned AT mode lottery, the probability that the AT state (AT mode) that is advantageous to the player is selected increases, and the interest of the game can be enhanced.

Further, in this modified example, a lottery is performed to determine whether or not to add the number of ceiling games and the number of games to be added (the number of added games) during the normal game state.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 determines the number of additional games by lottery based on the winning combination of the game this time by referring to the "additional ceiling game number lottery table" shown in FIG.
For example, if the "normal replay" is won, "0 games" is selected with a probability of 253/256, "10 games" is selected with a probability of 1/256, and "20 games" is selected with a probability of 1/256. Is selected, and "30 games" is set to be selected with a probability of 1/256.
If the "push order bell" is won, "0 game" is selected with a probability of 254/256, "10 games" is selected with a probability of 1/256, and "20" is selected with a probability of 1/256. "Game" is set to be selected. When "0 game" is determined, it indicates that the number of ceiling games is not added.
Then, the number of additional games determined as a result of the lottery is added to the number of ceiling games.

By winning the lottery for the number of additional ceiling games in this way, the number of ceiling games is significantly increased, so that the game period from the normal game state to the AT state is extended.
As a result, for example, in the case of a player who wants to enjoy the game with a fierce wave of balls, the difference number in the advantageous section is reduced by consuming medals during the period until the number of ceiling games is reached. Therefore, it is possible to facilitate the selection of the AT mode in which the AT state to be transferred next time is advantageous to the player.

Not limited to this, the lottery for whether or not to subtract the number of ceiling games and the number of games to be subtracted (number of subtracted games) may be performed with reference to the "additional ceiling game number lottery table" shown in FIG. ..
As a result, in the case of a player who wants to enjoy the game with a gentle wave of balls, the period until the number of ceiling games is reached can be shortened, so that the consumption of medals can be significantly suppressed.

Further, in the above-mentioned second embodiment, it is assumed that the AT transition lottery is not executed during the normal gaming state, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the AT transition lottery may be performed.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 performs a transition lottery to the AT state by referring to the "AT transition lottery table" shown in FIG.
For example, if you win the "chance", you win with a probability of 24/256, if you win with "watermelon", you win with a probability of 16/256, and if you win with "weak cherry". Is set to win with a probability of 6/256, and if a "strong cherry" is won, it is set to win with a probability of 64/256.

As described above, in the present invention, a lottery means (main control unit 10) capable of executing a lottery of game results based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and an operation means (stop button 5, etc.) that can be operated by the player. ), The display means (reel 41) capable of stopping and displaying the variable display identification information (design) based on the lottery result by the lottery means and the operation mode of the operation means by the player, and the display means. Granting means (main control unit 10) capable of imparting game value according to the mode of the displayed identification information, a first game state (preparation state), a second game state (normal game state), and a third game. A game state control means (main control unit 10) that can control any of a plurality of game states including a state (AT state), and specific information (push order navigation) that is information related to a stop operation. Section control that can be controlled in any of a plurality of sections including a notification means (display 8 etc.) capable of notifying the specific information, a normal section in which the specific information cannot be notified, and an advantageous section in which the specific information can be notified. When the lottery result by the lottery means is a specific lottery result (winning a special combination) in the means (main control unit 10) and the advantageous section, a counting means (main) capable of counting a specific value (AT mode determination point, etc.) When the lottery result by the lottery means is the specific lottery result and the operation mode to the operation means by the player is the specific operation mode, the display means is variablely displayed. Can be stopped and displayed in the first stop mode (bell, bell, bell, etc.), the lottery result by the lottery means is the specific lottery result, and the operation mode to the operation means by the player is the non-specific operation mode. In this case, the variable display identification information can be stopped and displayed in the second stop mode (white 7, bell, bell, etc.), and the giving means stops and displays the identification information in the first stop mode in the display means. It is possible to give a larger game value than the identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode, and the section control means controls the normal section in the first game state, and the second game state and the third game state. It is better to control the advantageous section in the gaming state, the notification means can notify the specific information in the third gaming state, and the counting means stops and displays the identification information in the second stop mode in the second gaming state. In the first stop mode, it is possible to count a value larger than the identification information is stopped and displayed, and the third gaming state is more advantageous than the specific third gaming state (AT mode A, etc.) and the specific third gaming state. The game state control means includes the special third game state (AT mode C, etc.), and the game state control means is in the first game state. Then, when the first condition (winning of the advantageous section transition combination, etc.) is satisfied, the gaming state can be controlled to the second gaming state, and in the second gaming state, the second condition (the number of ceiling games is reached). Etc.), the case where the counting result by the counting means is a second specific value having a value larger than the first specific value is higher than the case where the counting result is the first specific value. The configuration can be controlled according to the game state.

As described above, in the slot machine 1 according to the present invention, in the normal gaming state, the player has a stop operation according to a specific operation mode (a stop operation for winning a "special combination A") and a stop operation according to a non-specific operation mode. By selecting one of (stop operations to avoid winning the "special role A") and advancing the game, it is possible to control so that the expected degree of ball ejection during the AT state that shifts thereafter is different. can.
For example, by selecting a stop operation according to a non-specific operation mode and advancing the game, it is possible to easily accumulate AT mode determination points (specific values) during the normal game state, and when the number of ceiling games is reached, the AT mode is determined. By increasing the total number of points (second specific value), it is possible to control the AT state (AT mode) in which a large number of balls can be expected in the AT state that shifts thereafter.
As a result, the more medals are consumed and the game progresses while avoiding the winning of "Special Role A" during the normal game state, the more balls can be expected during the AT state that shifts thereafter. It is possible to prevent the interest of the game from being lowered.
In addition, by selecting the stop operation according to a specific operation mode and advancing the game, if the game is advanced while suppressing the consumption of medals, it is possible to surely shift to the AT state although many balls cannot be expected. ..
As a result, the player can select the wave of the ball to be ejected by himself / herself, so that it is possible to meet the needs of various players.

On the other hand, in Patent Document 1, the game shifts to the advantageous section based on the establishment of the advantageous section transition condition, and shifts to the AT state advantageous to the player based on the establishment of the AT transition condition during the advantageous section. The machine is disclosed. Further, in the advantageous section and in the non-AT state, the shorter the gaming period until the transition to the AT state, the more advantageous the player is.
In this gaming machine, the player consumes a lot of medals in the advantageous section and in the non-AT state, and even if the advantageous section and the non-AT state continue for a long time, the limited advantageous section is wasted. Not only is it consumed, but in the AT state where it shifts after that, it does not have a game property that improves the expectation of winning a ball, so there is a risk that the interest of the game will decline.
Further, in recent years, game machines are required to have various playability by players.
Specifically, since it does not matter if the number of balls ejected during the AT state is small, a player who wants to reduce the consumption of medals until the transition to the AT state (so-called "playability with a gentle wave of balls ejected"). While there are players who like it, it doesn't matter how many medals are consumed before it shifts to the AT state, so a player who wants to get a large number of balls during the AT state (so-called "wave of balls" There are players who prefer "intense playability".
The gaming machines described in the above patent documents have not been able to meet both of the needs of these players.
As described above, according to the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, it is possible to solve all or part of such problems that the conventional gaming machine should improve.

Although the preferred embodiment of the gaming machine of the present invention has been described above, the gaming machine according to the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications can be made within the scope of the present invention. Needless to say.
For example, the game playability of the above-mentioned first embodiment and the game property of the above-mentioned second embodiment may be selectable at the time of winning the advantageous section.
For example, in the normal section (prepared state), these game characteristics (game mode) may be determined by lottery when the advantageous section transition combination is won. For example, the former game mode is won with a probability of 25%. However, the latter game mode may be set to win with a probability of 75%.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the number of games is used as a value in which AT can be managed, but the number of games is not limited to this, for example, the number of differences, the number of times push order navigation occurs, the number of small wins won, the number of medals won, and so on. It may be managed by at least one such as the number of medals paid out.
Further, in the above-described embodiment, the case where the game number subtraction method is applied during the AT state has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the AT state is not limited to this when the number of games added for each game reaches the upper limit. It may be a game number addition method that ends.

Further, the number of AT transfer rights granted to the player by winning the AT state is not limited to one, and a plurality of AT transfer rights may be granted. Further, the number of AT transfer rights to be granted may be different depending on the type of winning combination that triggered the transition to the AT state, or the number of AT transfer rights to be granted may be determined by lottery. ..

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the transition from the normal game state to the AT state is controlled by using the number of ceiling games as the game period continuously controlled to the normal game state. You can also do the following:
For example, the number of points to be given to the player is determined by lottery based on the winning combination won in the current game during the normal game state, and when the cumulative value of this number of points reaches the upper limit value, the normal game state is reached. You may want to migrate from.
Further, not limited to this, for example, by using at least one such as the number of small wins, the number of medals won, the number of medals paid out, the number of medals difference, etc., these values can be set to the upper limit values during the normal gaming state. When it reaches, it may shift from the normal gaming state.

Further, the table referred to in various processes is an example, and is not limited to the above-mentioned table.
Further, the winning probabilities related to various tables are not limited to the above-mentioned values, and can be arbitrarily changed. For example, the AT mode determination points of the "AT mode determination point lottery table" and the number of ceiling games of the "ceiling game number lottery table" in the above-described embodiment are not limited to the above-mentioned values, and can be arbitrarily changed. be able to.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the effect button 2c is provided as an operation means for the player to operate, but the display surface of the display 8 is provided with a touch sensor capable of detecting the contact of the player and the display. The operation effect is executed by displaying a touch image prompting the position to touch the touch image, and the sub-control unit 20 receives the operation (touch operation) in response to the player's contact with the touch image and causes the display 8 to perform the operation (touch operation). You may try to perform the production.

Further, the effect button 2c may include a vibrating means that vibrates by the operation of a motor or the like so that the vibrating means is operated when the player operates the effect button 2c. At this time, for example, it is preferable to operate the vibrating means when an effect having a relatively high degree of expectation is performed. In this way, it is possible to further raise the player's expectation.

Further, the front door 1a is provided with a vibrating means for vibrating the front door 1a by operating a motor, a speaker, or the like, and when a relatively high expectation effect is performed, the vibrating means is operated to play a game. You may try to raise the expectation of the person.
In addition, the front door 1a is provided with a blowing means for blowing wind toward the player, and when a relatively high-expectation effect is performed, the blowing means is activated to raise the player's expectation. You may do so.

Further, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 10 performs operations as various means such as the game state control means, but the sub control unit 20 performs a part or all of the operations, and the sub control unit 20 operates as various means. You can also do it.
On the contrary, the sub-control unit 20 operates as a means for executing the effect on the display 8 or the like, but the main control unit 10 performs a part or all of the operation, and the main control unit 10 operates as various means. You can also do it.

Further, in the present embodiment, the gaming machine is an example of a slot machine, but the present invention is not limited to this. The gaming machine may be another gaming machine such as a pachinko machine or a ball slot machine.
Further, the gaming machine may be a so-called medalless gaming machine capable of executing a game using a simulated gaming medium in a data format without using an actual gaming medium such as a medal. Further, the gaming machine may be a so-called enclosed gaming machine capable of executing a game by circulating it internally without paying out a gaming medium such as a gaming ball to the outside.

Further, in the present embodiment, the reel 41 driven and controlled by the motor is used as the display means, but instead of or in addition to this, an image in which the design of the reel or the like fluctuates on the display 8 such as the liquid crystal display. Can also be used as a display means for displaying identification information.

1 Slot machine 5 Stop button (operation means)
8 Display (notification means)
10 Main control unit (lottery means, section control means, granting means, determination means, increase determination means, game state control means, counting means)
20 Sub-control unit (effect control means)
41 reel (display means)

Claims (4)

A lottery means that can execute a lottery of game results based on the establishment of predetermined conditions,
Operation means that can be operated by the player,
A display means capable of stopping and displaying the variable display identification information based on the lottery result by the lottery means and the operation mode of the player to the operation means.
An imparting means capable of imparting a game value according to the mode of the identification information stopped and displayed on the display means,
A game state control means capable of controlling to any one of a plurality of game states including a first game state, a second game state, and a third game state.
A notification means capable of transmitting specific information that is information related to a stop operation, and
A section control means capable of controlling any section among a plurality of sections including a normal section in which the specific information cannot be notified and an advantageous section in which the specific information can be notified.
In the advantageous section, when the lottery result by the lottery means is a specific lottery result, a counting means capable of counting a specific value and a counting means.
With
The display means
When the lottery result by the lottery means is the specific lottery result and the operation mode to the operation means by the player is the specific operation mode, the variable display identification information can be stopped and displayed in the first stop mode. And
When the lottery result by the lottery means is the specific lottery result and the operation mode to the operation means by the player is a non-specific operation mode, the variable display identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode. It is possible
The granting means
In the display means, it is possible to give a greater game value when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the first stop mode than when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode.
The section control means
In the first gaming state, control is performed in the normal section.
In the second gaming state and the third gaming state, the advantageous section is controlled.
The notification means can notify the specific information in the third gaming state.
The counting means
In the second game state, it is possible to count a larger value when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode than when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the first stop mode.
The third gaming state is
Specific third game state and
A special third gaming state that is more advantageous than the specific third gaming state,
Including
The game state control means
When the first condition is satisfied in the first gaming state, the gaming state can be controlled to the second gaming state.
In the second gaming state, when the second condition is satisfied, the counting result by the counting means is a second specific value that is larger than the first specific value than the first specific value. A gaming machine characterized in that it can be controlled to the special third gaming state with a higher probability. A lottery means that can execute a lottery of game results based on the establishment of predetermined conditions,
Operation means that can be operated by the player,
A display means capable of stopping and displaying the variable display identification information based on the lottery result by the lottery means and the operation mode of the player to the operation means.
An imparting means capable of imparting a game value according to the mode of the identification information stopped and displayed on the display means,
A game state control means capable of controlling to any one of a plurality of game states including a first game state, a second game state, and a third game state.
A notification means capable of transmitting specific information that is information related to a stop operation, and
A section control means capable of controlling any section among a plurality of sections including a normal section in which the specific information cannot be notified and an advantageous section in which the specific information can be notified.
In the advantageous section, when the lottery result by the lottery means is a specific lottery result, a counting means capable of counting a specific value and a counting means.
With
The display means
When the lottery result by the lottery means is the specific lottery result and the operation mode to the operation means by the player is the specific operation mode, the variable display identification information can be stopped and displayed in the first stop mode. And
When the lottery result by the lottery means is the specific lottery result and the operation mode to the operation means by the player is a non-specific operation mode, the variable display identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode. It is possible
The granting means
In the display means, it is possible to give a greater game value when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the first stop mode than when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode.
The section control means
In the first gaming state, control is performed in the normal section.
In the second gaming state and the third gaming state, the advantageous section is controlled.
The notification means can notify the specific information in the third gaming state.
The counting means
In the second game state, it is possible to count a larger value when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode than when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the first stop mode.
The game state control means
When the first condition is satisfied in the first gaming state, the gaming state can be controlled to the second gaming state.
In the second gaming state, when the second condition is satisfied, the counting result by the counting means is a second specific value that is larger than the first specific value than the first specific value. A gaming machine characterized in that the third gaming state can be controlled to a state more advantageous to the player than in the normal state with a higher probability. The counting means can count the point value as the specific value.
A deciding means capable of determining the point value counted by the counting means from a plurality of point values is provided.
The determination means is
In the second game state, it is possible to determine a larger point value when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode than when the identification information is stopped and displayed in the first stop mode.
The counting means is characterized in that, when the second condition is satisfied in the second gaming state, the larger the total value of the point values, the more the counting means can be counted as the second specific value. The gaming machine according to 2. The counting means
As the specific value, it is possible to count the number of stop display times in which the identification information is stopped and displayed in the second stop mode in the display means.
Any of claims 1 to 3, wherein when the second condition is satisfied in the second gaming state, the larger the total value of the stop display times is, the more the count can be counted as the second specific value. The gaming machine described in item 1.

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