JP2023176384A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a highly amusing unprecedented game machine.SOLUTION: A game machine includes: first progress situation management means capable of managing a progress situation regarding execution of a game by updating first information in relation to execution of a game; first special game state control means capable of generating a first special game state advantageous to a player when a first condition based on updating of the first information is satisfied; second progress situation management means capable of managing a progress situation regarding execution of a game by updating second information in relation to execution of a game; second special game state control means capable of generating a second special game state advantageous to a player when a second condition based on updating of the second information is satisfied; and third special game state control means capable of generating a third special game state advantageous to a player on the basis of satisfaction of the first condition and satisfaction of the second condition.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 32

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

Conventionally, a gaming machine includes a plurality of reels, starts a game by displaying the plurality of reels in a variable manner based on a player's start operation, and ends the game by stopping the plurality of reels based on a player's stop operation. Slot machines are known that pay out medals to players according to the results of games.
Furthermore, among recent slot machines, there is also known a gaming machine that can generate a pseudo-bonus state and an AT state as advantageous states for the player (Patent Document 1).

Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2016-002095

However, conventional gaming machines have room for improvement.

In order to solve the above problems, a gaming machine of the present invention starts a game based on a start operation by a player, and ends the game based on a stop operation by a player. a first progress management means capable of managing the progress related to the execution of the game by updating first information in connection with the game; a first special game state control means capable of generating a first special game state advantageous to the player; and a first special game state control means capable of managing progress related to the execution of the game by updating second information in relation to the execution of the game. a second progress management means; a second special game state control means capable of generating a second special game state advantageous to the player when a second condition based on the update of the second information is satisfied; The third special game state control means is capable of generating a third special game state advantageous to the player based on the first condition being satisfied and the second condition being satisfied.

It is a schematic front view showing the appearance of the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a block diagram showing a control configuration of the gaming machine in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining the transition of gaming states in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a flowchart for explaining the net increase number counting process in the main control device in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a flowchart for explaining the first limiter monitoring process in the main control device in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a flowchart for explaining the difference number counting process in the main control device in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a flowchart for explaining the second limiter monitoring process in the main control device in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a flowchart for explaining the difference number display process in the main control device in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an image on the main display when a difference number display process is performed in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a diagram showing an effect image on the main display during a pseudo bonus state in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a diagram showing an effect image on the main display when the AT state starts in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a chart for explaining the probability of adding the number of remaining medals during the AT state in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a chart for explaining the transition destination of the gaming section after the end of the AT state in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a chart for explaining forced selection of limiter mode in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a diagram showing a performance image on the main display during an ending performance in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining the transition of a game during a pseudo-bonus state in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a flowchart for explaining high probability lottery right setting processing in the main control device in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a diagram showing an effect image on the main display when the watermelon winning combination is won during the pseudo-bonus state in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a diagram showing an effect image on the main display during an AT challenge state in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a diagram showing an effect image on the main display when the watermelon winning combination is won during the AT state in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an effect image on the main display when a challenge game is being executed during a pseudo-bonus state in a modification of the first embodiment. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an effect image on the main display when a challenge game is being executed during a pseudo-bonus state in a modification of the first embodiment. It is a chart for explaining special winning combinations in the gaming machine of the second embodiment. It is a chart for explaining the execution probability of the reverse push operation navigation when winning the special winning combination in the gaming machine of the second embodiment. It is a flowchart for explaining the special winning combination winning process in the main control device in the gaming machine of the second embodiment. It is a chart for explaining the execution probability of the reverse push operation navigation when a replay combination is won in the gaming machine of the second embodiment. It is a chart for explaining the execution probability of the reverse push operation navigation when a special winning combination is won when a predetermined condition is satisfied in the gaming machine of the second embodiment. It is a figure which shows the effect image on a main display when the reverse push operation navigation in the gaming machine of 2nd Embodiment is performed. FIG. 7 is a diagram for explaining a probability state in a modification of the second embodiment. It is a chart for explaining the transition trigger of the probability state in a modification of the second embodiment. It is a figure which shows the effect image on a main display when it shifts to an AT state in the modification of 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure for explaining the transition of the gaming state in the gaming machine of the third embodiment. It is a chart for explaining the selection rate of the additional value of the first game point in the gaming machine of the third embodiment. It is a chart for explaining the selection rate of the additional value of the second game point in the gaming machine of the third embodiment. It is a chart for explaining the selection rate of the ceiling point zone in the gaming machine of the third embodiment. It is a figure showing the performance image on the main display during the normal gaming state and the first pseudo bonus state in the gaming machine of the third embodiment. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an effect image on the main display during a second pseudo-bonus state in the gaming machine of the third embodiment. It is a figure which shows the effect image on the main display in the AT state in the gaming machine of 3rd Embodiment. It is a chart for explaining the initial number of medals in the AT state in the gaming machine of the third embodiment. FIG. 12 is a diagram showing an effect image on the main display when transition to the AT state is confirmed during the normal gaming state in the gaming machine of the third embodiment.

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.
Here, a slot machine as a suitable example of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention will be explained.

<First embodiment>
A first embodiment of a gaming machine according to the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 22.

First, the overall configuration of the slot machine 1 will be explained with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2.
The slot machine 1 is installed in a gaming hall or the like.
As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the slot machine 1 includes a front door 1a, a bet button 2a, a return button 2c, a performance button 2d, an upper performance button 2f, a medal slot 2, a start lever 3, a reel 4, and a stop button. 5, display window 6, medal payout device 7, medal payout port 7b, main display 8, sub-display 17, speaker 9, front panel 19, lamp 11, navigation lamp 12, advantageous section lamp 13, probability setting device 14, It includes a display decoration frame 15, a drum unit 4d, an external output terminal 18, a main control device 10, and a sub-control device 20.

Note that the main control device 10 and the sub-control device 20 are each equipped with a storage section and a control section, and are devices capable of various arithmetic processing and various controls, and are included in the concept of a computer. Each storage section includes a storage device such as a semiconductor memory element that stores programs, information, etc. necessary for the operation of the slot machine 1. Each control unit includes a CPU and the like. Each control unit realizes various functions of the first embodiment by appropriately reading and executing various programs stored in each storage unit.

[Schematic front view showing the appearance of the gaming machine]
As shown in FIG. 1, a front door 1a is provided at the front of the slot machine 1.
The front door 1a is pivotally attached to one side (left side when viewed from the front) of the main body (not shown) which is arranged on the rear side of the front door 1a and attached to the island equipment (not shown) so that it can be opened and closed. Constructed so that it can be opened and closed on the side. Hereinafter, the left and right direction will be shown when the slot machine 1 is viewed from the front side.

When the slot machine 1 is viewed from the front side, a main display 8 is arranged at the center position in the left-right direction at the top of the front door 1a. The main display 8 is composed of a liquid crystal display or the like capable of displaying a plurality of pieces of information, such as information related to effects (effect images), as will be described later, and constitutes display means.
A display decoration frame 15 having an opening in the center is disposed at the upper part of the front door 1a and in front of the main display 8. is placed facing forward.

Speakers 9 are disposed on each of the left and right sides of the main display 8, and are capable of outputting, for example, sound effects corresponding to the effects displayed on the main display 8.
In addition, lamps 11 made of LEDs or the like are arranged on each of the left and right sides of the main display 8. For example, the lights emit light when winning a role, or the lights emit light in a manner corresponding to the effect displayed on the main display 8. It is possible to output.

On the right side of the main display 8, an upper performance button 2f, which is exemplified as an operation means (performance operation means), is arranged.
The upper production button 2f is a press-type button that moves in the front-back direction, and the pressing operation of the upper production button 2f is detected by a non-contact sensor, etc., and is sent to the sub-control device 20 as operation information of the upper production button 2f. is output to. Moreover, a light emitting source (not shown) consisting of an LED or the like is provided inside the upper performance button 2f, and the light emitted from the light source can notify that the operation of the upper performance button 2f is valid.

At the vertical center of the front door 1a of the slot machine 1, a flat front panel 19 whose surface is decorated with various function displays is arranged.
A drum unit 4d equipped with a reel 4 as a variable display means is disposed behind the front panel 19.
Furthermore, a display window 6 made of a translucent member is formed approximately in the center of the front panel 19 so that the symbols attached to the reels 4 can be viewed from the front.

The reel 4 is composed of a left reel 4a, a middle reel 4b, and a right reel 4c, which are arranged side by side in the left-right direction.The rotation axes of each reel 4a to 4c extend in the left-right direction, and the rotation centers are the same. It is set. The reels 4 (4a to 4c) have continuous symbols (identification information) on the circumferential surface, and these symbols are configured so that they can be identified from outside the machine through the display window 6, and the reels 4 rotate in one direction. By doing so, within the display window 6, for example, the symbols can be displayed variably from top to bottom. A plurality of symbols (for example, 20 symbols) are displayed on each reel 4a to 4c, and the symbol types include, for example, "Replay", "Watermelon", "Cherry", "Bell", "7", etc. be.
Note that the form of the reel 4 is not limited to this, and for example, the number of symbols on the circumferential surface may be other than 20.

At the upper part of the display window 6 on the front panel 19, navigation lamps 12a, 12b, and 12c are arranged corresponding to the respective reels 4a, 4b, and 4c, which can notify the stop order of the stop buttons 5, which will be described later.
Further, on the lower left side of the display window 6 on the front panel 19, an advantageous section lamp 13 composed of, for example, an LED is arranged. The advantageous section lamp 13 is controlled to be lit during an advantageous section (described later).

Note that, instead of the advantageous section lamp 13, the slot machine 1 uses, for example, a "dot" portion of a 7-segment display (also referred to as "7-seg") that constitutes a payout number display section that displays the number of medals paid out. , may be controlled to turn on.
Further, the advantageous section lamp 13 may not be provided, or an AT state lamp that lights up during the AT state (or AT state + pseudo bonus state) may be provided in place of the advantageous section lamp 13.

A sub-display 17 is arranged on the right side of the display window 6 (reel 4) on the front panel 19.
The sub-display 17 is constituted by a liquid crystal display or the like capable of displaying a plurality of pieces of information, such as information related to effects (effect images), as will be described later, and constitutes display means.
Although the sub-display 17 has a smaller display area than the main display 8, it is located closer to the reels 4 than the main display 8, and allows you to see the rotation and stop status of the reels 4. However, it is easy to visually recognize the displayed image.
Further, the sub-display device 17 is composed of a touch panel type display device, and allows the player to perform various operations related to the content of the production by touching the screen, such as a switching operation to switch the production mode, This allows for operations such as switching to an explanation image of game content.

A step part protruding forward is formed at the lower part of the front panel 19, and the top surface of the step part has a medal slot 2, a bet button 2a, which is an example of an operation means, and a production button 2d, which is an example of an operation means (performance operation means). is installed.
The medal slot 2 is a part into which a player inserts medals (gaming media). Inside the medal slot 2, a medal selector 2b (medal detection means), which is a sensor or the like that detects the medals inserted into the medal slot 2, is provided.
The bet button 2a is a press-type button used by the player to input the number of bets that is a condition for starting the game, and allows the maximum number of bets allowed by the slot machine 1 to be input with one operation.

The production button 2d is a press-type button that moves in the vertical direction, and the pressing operation of the production button 2d is detected by a non-contact sensor, etc., and is output to the sub-control device 20 as operation information of the production button 2d. Ru. Furthermore, a light emitting source (not shown) consisting of an LED or the like is provided inside the effect button 2d, and the light emitted from the light source can notify that the operation of the corresponding effect button 2d is valid. The production button 2d is arranged at a position closer to the reels 4 than the above-mentioned upper production button 2f.

A start lever 3, a return button 2c, and a stop button 5, which is exemplified as an operation means (stop operation means), are arranged on the front surface of the stepped portion.
The start lever 3 is a lever operated by the player to start the game, and after inputting the number of bets, the start lever 3 becomes valid and the game can be started.
The return button 2c is a push button that moves back and forth, and is operated to cancel the set number of bets or pay out medals stored as credit medals.
The stop button 5 is a button for stopping the rotating reel 4, and is composed of a press-type button that moves in the front and back direction. , a middle stop button 5b, and a right stop button 5c are arranged at predetermined intervals in the horizontal direction.
Furthermore, each stop button 5 is provided with a light emitting source (not shown) consisting of an LED or the like, and it is possible to notify that the operation of each stop button 5 is valid by changing the color of the light emitted (from red to blue). ing.

A medal payout opening 7b is provided below the front door 1a of the slot machine 1, through which medals paid out from the medal payout device 7 are discharged.

[Block diagram showing the control configuration of the gaming machine]
FIG. 2 shows a block diagram of a control system in the slot machine 1 according to the first embodiment.
As shown in FIG. 2, the slot machine 1 includes a main controller 10 that performs drawing of winning combinations and controls the progress of the game, and is configured to be able to communicate with the main controller 10 based on control information from the main controller 10. It is equipped with a sub-control device 20 that performs various production controls and the like. The transmission of control information between the main control device 10 and the sub-control device 20 is limited to only one direction from the main control device 10 to the sub-control device 20, and unauthorized signals from the sub-control device 20 to the main control device 10 input is prevented.

The main control device 10 includes a bet button 2a, a medal selector 2b, a return button 2c, a start lever 3, a stop button 5, a probability setting device 14 (setting means), an external output terminal 18, a medal payout device 7, a drum unit 4d, and an advantageous section. It is connected to the lamp 13 by a communication cable, and each device can be controlled. The main controller 10 also includes a storage section (storage means) and a control section.

The probability setting device 14 serving as a setting means changes the probability of winning in a special gaming state (for example, pseudo-bonus state) in multiple stages (for example, 6 stages), thereby changing the setting of the degree of advantage for the player in multiple stages. The main control device 10 sets the winning probability of the special game state to any one probability value among a plurality of probability values with different probabilities, based on the probability setting operation in the probability setting device 14. I do.
As for the setting values set by the probability setting device 14, setting 1 is the lowest probability value, the larger the number, the higher the probability value, and setting 6 is the highest probability value. Therefore, setting 1 is the most disadvantageous setting for the player (the setting with the lowest degree of advantage), the larger the number, the more advantageous the player is, and setting 6 is the setting most advantageous for the player (the setting with the highest degree of advantage). It becomes.

The procedure for changing the set value in the probability setting device 14 is to insert a setting key (not shown) into the key insertion slot of the probability setting device 14, rotate the setting key in a predetermined direction, and turn off the power to the slot machine 1. By switching on the setting change mode, the setting value at that time will be displayed on the setting confirmation display (not shown), and the desired setting value can be changed by operating the setting change button. After performing the change operation to , for example, the start lever 3 is operated to change to the set value.

Further, after the slot machine 1 is powered on with the setting key (not shown) inserted into the key insertion slot of the probability setting device 14 and the setting key rotated in a predetermined direction, the reset switch (not shown) is operated. Then, the main controller 10 is reset, the setting value in the probability setting device 14 is initialized (set to 1), and the difference number counter, which will be described later, is also initialized (cleared to zero). In addition to operating the reset switch, the difference number counter is also initialized when the above-mentioned setting value changing operation is performed.
That is, the main control device 10 includes an initialization device that can initialize the difference number information (value of the difference number counter) counted by the difference number information counting device (main control device 10).

In addition, it is also possible to check the setting value of the probability setting device 14 at that point in time, and by inserting the setting key into the key insertion slot of the probability setting device 14 after turning on the power and rotating it in a predetermined direction, the setting value at that point can be checked. The set value is displayed on the setting confirmation display.

Note that the winning probability of the special game state may be controlled using a fixed probability value without being influenced by the setting value of the probability setting device 14.
Further, by changing the probability of transition to the CZ state or the AT state using the setting value in the probability setting device 14, the degree of advantage of the player may be changed in multiple stages.
Further, in addition to the special game state, the probability of winning a predetermined small winning combination (for example, the Bell winning combination) may be changed to a plurality of stages (for example, six stages).

The external output terminal 18 outputs information related to games in the slot machine 1 to a management device (not shown) and a calling device (not shown) installed in the gaming parlor. The main controller 10 collects various data such as the number of coins, the number of medals inserted, the number of medals paid out, the number of occurrences of gaming states advantageous to the player (for example, pseudo-bonus states and AT states described later), and transition periods. The output is controlled by the

The drum unit 4d is a device that integrally includes reels 4a to 4c and a stepping motor (not shown) that rotates each of the reels 4a to 4c.
The medal payout device 7 has a medal storage section (not shown) that collects the medals inserted into the medal selector 2b as medals before being paid out, and is a device that pays out the medals stored in the medal storage section to the medal payout port 7b. It is. The medal dispensing device 7 is equipped with a sensor that detects the dispensed medals.
The medal selector 2b is provided on the downstream side of the medal slot 2, and includes a sensor for detecting medals inserted from the medal slot 2.

The storage unit of the main control device 10 stores various information such as game programs related to games, tables for holding lottery of small winning combinations and AT status, and the like.
Further, the main control device 10 is operated by a control section and a storage section in which a program is stored, and thereby performs processing related to the progress of the game of the slot machine 1.

Based on the signal from the start lever 3, the main control device 10 performs a process to start the game, a process to sample random numbers from a random number generator (not shown), and the like. Then, a winning combination lottery process is performed based on the sampled random numbers. Further, according to the control program of the storage unit, for example, by updating the random number at a predetermined timing, a random number generation process is performed, and based on the generated random number, a transition lottery process in a pseudo bonus state, a transition lottery process in an AT state, Performs additional lottery processing, etc. during the AT state.

That is, the main control device 10 is equipped with a lottery means for randomly selecting (determining) whether or not to award benefits such as a small win, a pseudo-bonus state, an AT state, etc. in response to the execution of the game.
In addition, the lottery pattern using random numbers may be other than the above-mentioned pattern, and the winning combination is drawn based on random numbers generated by software, and the pseudo-bonus state or AT state transition is based on random numbers generated by a random number generator. A lottery, an additional lottery, etc. may be performed, or all the lottery may be performed using random numbers generated by software or random numbers generated by a random number generator.

Further, the main controller 10 controls the rotation of the reel 4 based on a signal from the start lever 3. The main controller 10 detects the rotational position of each reel 4a, 4b, 4c based on signals from sensors (not shown) provided on each reel 4a, 4b, 4c, and It is possible to grasp the rotational position of the symbol on 4c. Then, based on the signal from the stop button 5, control is performed to stop the desired symbol within the display window 6.

In addition, the main control device 10 performs game progress processing including internal lottery processing, management of various information stored in a storage section, and devices such as the medal payout device 7 in accordance with the operation of an operation section such as the start lever 3. By controlling the slot machine 1, the game of the slot machine 1 is realized.

The sub-control device 20 is connected to and can communicate with the production button 2d, the upper production button 2f, the speaker 9, the main display 8, the lamp 11, the navigation lamp 12, and the sub-display 17 via a communication cable. The sub-control device 20 controls these devices according to control information from the main control device 10. Further, the sub-control device 20 is equipped with a storage section and a control section.

The storage unit of the sub-control device 20 stores various information such as programs related to effects, effect image data, and audio data.
The sub-control device 20 is operated by a control section and a storage section in which a program is stored, and performs processing such as performance in synchronization with the game of the slot machine 1 in response to commands (control information) from the main control device 10. For example, the main display 8, the lamp 11, the speaker 9, etc. are controlled to output an effect image, a sound effect, a lamp effect, etc. indicating the transition of the game state.

Further, the sub-control device 20 is capable of controlling switching timing of each performance, etc. based on signals from the performance button 2d, the upper performance button 2f, and the touch panel of the sub-display 17.
Either or both of the main control device 10 and the sub-control device 20, in the present invention, can control the section control means, the special game state control means, the difference number information counting means, the first advantageous section end control means, and the second advantageous section end control means. Section end control means, selection means, difference number information suggestion means, minimum number changing means, benefit provision probability changing means, forced activation means, ending performance control means, fake ending performance control means, game value notification means, lottery means, stop Control means, gaming value imparting means, bonus award lottery means, special game state end control means, performance control means, notification control means, advantageous section control means, difference information counting means, advantageous section end control means, privilege awarding means, stop control means, first high probability state control means, second high probability state control means, first progress management means, first special game state control means, second progress management means, second special game state control means, first 3. Special game state control means and advance notification means are constructed.

Such a slot machine 1 is configured to be able to execute the following slot machine games under the control of the main controller 10.

At the start of the game, the number of bets is set from credit medals by inserting medals from the medal slot 2 or by operating the bet button 2a.
Then, when the number of bets reaches a predetermined number (for example, 3 coins), one of the game start conditions is satisfied, and the player becomes in a state where the player has the right to play one game and can start the game.

In this state where the game can be started, the operation of the start lever 3 becomes effective. In this valid state, when the start lever 3 is tilted, all of the game start conditions are met, the game is started, and the reels 4a to 4c, on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, begin to fluctuate. An internal lottery process is executed to predetermine the lottery results of the current game for a plurality of winnings (including losers) such as replay winnings and small winnings, pseudo-bonus states, and transitions to AT states before the reels 4 are stopped.
In the internal lottery process, the winning combination of the current game is determined by lottery based on a predetermined winning probability from among a plurality of winning combinations. For example, a lottery result such as a replay prize or a bell prize is derived by lottery.

Furthermore, even if the main control device 10 receives the signal from the start lever 3, if the elapsed time from the start of rotation of the reels 4 in the previous game has not elapsed, the predetermined time (for example, 4.1 seconds) has not elapsed. By temporarily waiting for the start of rotation of the reels 4 (inserting a waiting time) and delaying the start of rotation of the reels 4, the number of times the game is executed per unit time (for example, 1 minute) is increased to a predetermined number ( For example, limit control is performed to limit the number of games to 14 times or less. That is, the main control device 10 includes a number-of-games limiting means that can limit the number of times games are executed per unit time to within a predetermined number. Through this control, the shortest execution time required for one game is defined as a predetermined time (for example, 4.1 seconds).
Note that the period for monitoring the shortest execution time may be set other than the time when the reels 4 start rotating between games; for example, it may be set based on the time when the stop button 5 is activated, and the period for monitoring the shortest execution time per unit time may be set as a reference. As long as the number of games played can be monitored, any point in time may be used as the reference point.

Each reel 4a to 4c is an example of a display means, and a plurality of symbols (replay, bell, watermelon, cherry, BAR, 7) are displayed in a predetermined arrangement on the circumferential surface of each reel 4a to 4c. After gradually increasing the rotation speed from a stopped state, it reaches steady rotation at a constant speed.
When such steady rotation is reached, the stop buttons 5a to 5c provided corresponding to the respective reels 4a to 4c become operable to press.

When each of the stop buttons 5a to 5c is pressed in this state, each of the reels 4a to 4c is controlled to stop so that the reels 4a to 4c are stopped at a symbol combination that is allowed based on the timing of the operation and the lottery result of the internal lottery process. .
For the stop control (pull-in stop control) of each reel 4a to 4c, a pull-in range is set for each reel, and a predetermined number (for example, 4 ) symbols can be retracted, and only any of the symbols within this retracting range can be stopped on the active line.

In the stopped state, three consecutive symbols displayed on the reels 4a to 4c in the vertical direction are stopped (stopped display) so as to face outside the machine from the display window 6, and winnings are determined based on the stopped display mode at this time. The presence or absence is determined.
Winning is determined based on the combination of symbols stopped on the middle winning line connecting the middle symbols of each reel 4 in the display window 6. Therefore, for example, even if predetermined symbols are aligned on a diagonal line, winning will actually be determined based on a combination of symbols that are stopped in the middle row at that time and are not aligned.

Winning of winning combinations such as small winning combinations and replay winning combinations is determined based on the combination of symbols on such winning lines.
Small roles include, for example, the role of Bell, the role of Watermelon, and the role of Cherry.

Two bell roles are provided, each having a different combination of corresponding symbols. For example, there is a common bell role in which the corresponding symbol combinations are "Bell Replay Bell" in the order of "Left reel 4a, Middle reel 4b, Right reel 4c" (the same applies hereafter) on the winning line, and " It is possible to set up a bell role with a push order such as "Bell-Bell-Bell".

The common bell combination is a small combination in which the corresponding combination of symbols ("Bell Replay Bell") is stopped regardless of the order in which the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated (referred to as the pressing order). This is a small combination in which the corresponding combination of symbols ("Bell-Bell-Bell") is stopped by following the pressing order.

Furthermore, for the push order bell role, depending on one push order (specific push order) out of six push orders (for example, "5a → 5b → 5c", "5c → 5b → 5a", etc.), There are six push order bell combinations 1 to 6 in which the corresponding symbol combination ("bell bell bell") is stopped and displayed when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated. For the bell combinations 1 to 6 in the pressing order, when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in any of the other 5 pressing orders (pressing orders other than the specific pressing order), the corresponding symbol combinations ("bell", . . . ``Bell-Bell'') will not be stopped and displayed, and other symbol combinations such as ``Bell-Bell Replay'' (referred to as ``Bell Dropped Eyes'') will be stopped and displayed.

In addition, when winning the push order bell role, regardless of whether the second or third stop button 5 is operated, if only the stop button 5 operated first follows a specific push order, it corresponds to the push order bell role. The reels 4 may be controlled to stop so that the symbol combinations are stopped. Further, the number of push order bells is not limited to six, but three kinds of push order bells 1 to 3 may be provided.

The watermelon role is a small role (rare role) whose corresponding symbol combination is "watermelon, watermelon, watermelon", and the weak watermelon role where "watermelon, watermelon, watermelon" stops on the upper line or the lower line, and the "watermelon role". There is a strong watermelon role in which "Watermelon, Watermelon, Watermelon" stops on an upward-toward line or downward-rightward line.
The Cherry role is a small role (rare role) whose corresponding symbol combination is "Cherry, ANY, ANY", and there is a weak Cherry role where "Cherry" stops at the top or bottom of the left reel 4a, and "Cherry". There is a strong cherry win in which the symbol stops in the middle of the left reel 4a.

There are two replay roles each with a different combination of corresponding symbols: a normal replay role (hereinafter referred to as a replay role) whose corresponding symbol combination is "replay, replay, replay"; There is a chance replay role (chance role) called "Replay Bell Bell".
"Replay Bell" (chance) is a combination of symbols that stops and displays when a chance replay is won, and along with the watermelon and cherry, it is a so-called rare prize that has a relatively low probability of winning in the internal lottery process. Of these, the weak watermelon role and weak cherry role are set as weak rare roles, and the roles other than the weak watermelon role and weak cherry role are set as strong rare roles.

Further, the main control device 10 and the sub-control device 20 are capable of generating AT (assist time) as a game state related to the push order bell combination. AT is a state in which, when a Push Order Bell combination is won, the main display 8 and the navigation lamp 12 notify the push order of the winning Push Order Bell combination (the push order navigation is executed).
In other words, the sub-control device 20 is capable of executing control to notify operation information (specific operation information) for deriving a specific result ("Bell-Bell-Bell") as a result of the game.
Therefore, the player can easily acquire medals by the occurrence of AT, and is controlled during the pseudo-bonus state and the AT state, which will be described later.
Note that the navigation lamp 12 may be configured to be directly drive-controllable by the main controller 10 without using the sub-control device 20.

Based on the combinations of symbols as explained above, winning of the minor role, replay role, and bonus role is determined (determination means), and as a result of the determination, the combination of symbols is the combination of symbols corresponding to each of the above. Occasionally, winnings occur and game values are awarded in accordance with the establishment of each winning.
For example, by stopping a combination of symbols corresponding to a small role such as a bell, a cherry, or a watermelon, it is determined that a small role has been won, and the medal payout device 7 is driven and controlled to open the medal payout port 7b. A predetermined number of medals are paid out through the machine.

Specifically, in a bell combination (common bell combination, push order bell combination), when the corresponding combination of symbols is stopped and displayed, eight medals are paid out.
Further, when the push order bell combination is won, if the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in a push order other than the specific push order (5 different push orders), no medals are paid out.
In addition, when winning the push order bell combination, if the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in a push order other than the specific push order (5 different push orders), the number of medals less than 8 (for example, 1 medal) will be awarded. Or, in some push orders other than the specific push order, fewer than 8 medals (for example, 1 medal) may be paid out, and in other push orders, no medals may be paid out. You can also do this.
Furthermore, for the Bell combination, the probability of winning is set such that the number of medals held by the player increases during the AT state, which will be described later.

Moreover, when the combinations of symbols corresponding to the weak watermelon combination and the strong watermelon combination are displayed in a stopped manner, two medals are paid out.
Further, when the combinations of symbols corresponding to the weak cherry winning combination and the strong cherry winning combination are stopped and displayed, one medal is paid out.
Note that the number of medals paid out when the combination of symbols corresponding to each combination is displayed in a stopped state may be other than the above-mentioned number.

In addition, the replay role and chance replay role are determined by the stop display of symbol combinations corresponding to the replay role and chance replay role, and the previous game is played without inserting medals (without setting the number of bets) in the next game. You can play the game with the same number of bets as you set in .

In addition, the winning probability of each minor role and replay role is based on the relationship of Bell role > Replay role > Weak cherry role > Weak watermelon role > Chance replay role > Strong cherry role > Strong watermelon role, that is, Bell It is assumed that the winning combination is set to be the easiest to win, and the strong watermelon winning combination is the most difficult to win.
Note that the relationship between the winning probabilities of each role may be other than those described above.

[Transition of gaming state in gaming machine]
Next, the transition of the gaming state in the slot machine 1 in the first embodiment will be explained with reference to FIG. 3.
In the slot machine 1 according to the first embodiment, it is possible to execute a 3-bet game in which the game is executed by spending 3 medals (by placing 3 bets). It shows a transition mode of the game state when a 3-bet game is executed.
In addition, in the first embodiment, the game state transition control is performed only when a 3-bet game is executed, and the game state is not transitioned in other games (for example, a 2-bet game). However, the execution of the game itself may be allowed only when 3 bets are made, and the execution of the game may be prohibited for any other number of bets.
Hereinafter, the 3-bet game will be referred to as a "game".

As shown in FIG. 3, the game of the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment is executed in a plurality of gaming states including a normal gaming state, a CZ state, a pseudo bonus state, and an AT state. The main control device 10 can control the game to transition from one gaming state to another based on the satisfaction of a predetermined transition condition.

In addition, the main control device 10 of the first embodiment includes a section control means that can control the game section to be either a normal section or an advantageous section, in addition to the above gaming state.
The normal section is a game section in which the push order navigation is not executed, and it starts when the next game starts after the advantageous section ends, and ends when the advantageous section transition conditions are satisfied. .
In the normal section, the advantageous section lamp 13 is controlled to be off.

Further, in the normal section, it is determined that the advantageous section transition condition is satisfied, for example, when a predetermined winning combination (for example, the bell winning combination) is won in an internal lottery, to make the transition to the advantageous section.
Note that the AT state transition condition may be established based on the winning of a predetermined rare combination in the normal section, and in this case, it is preferable to transition to the AT state after the advantageous section transition condition is satisfied. Therefore, since the push order navigation will be executed after the advantageous section transition condition is established, the push order navigation will not be performed in the normal section.
Further, when the main controller 10 is reset, the control is performed in the normal section.

The advantageous section is a game section in which push-order navigation may be executed, and is a game section that is advantageous for the player compared to the normal section because push-order navigation may be executed.
Further, the advantageous section is started when the next game is started after the advantageous section transition condition is satisfied in the normal section, and is ended when the predetermined advantageous section end condition is satisfied.
That is, the main control device 10 is equipped with advantageous section control means that can control the game section to an advantageous section where control is advantageous for the player.
In the advantageous section, the advantageous section lamp 13 is controlled to be lit.

Furthermore, after the transition to the advantageous section, when the player enters a gaming state (for example, a pseudo-bonus state) in which the number of medals held by the player increases by executing the push order navigation, the advantageous section lamp 13 starts to turn on. It's okay.
Furthermore, the advantageous section lamp 13 may not be turned on even when the vehicle has moved to the advantageous section, or may be turned on only when the AT state has been entered even when the vehicle has moved to the advantageous section.
Further, although it is not necessary to provide the advantageous section lamp 13, it is preferable to provide an AT state lamp controlled by the main controller 10 instead and to turn on the AT state lamp during the AT state.

Further, the advantageous section transitions to a normal section based on the satisfaction of the conditions for ending the advantageous section within the advantageous section.
An example of the condition for ending the advantageous section is when the slot machine 1 (main controller 10) is reset (including when changing settings).
Although the details will be described later, basically the advantageous section continues when the AT state ends, but the advantageous section may end depending on the value of the difference number counter at the end of the AT state. be. In addition, the conditions for ending the advantageous section may be satisfied in a part of the time when the AT state ends.

Furthermore, the slot machine 1 is equipped with a limiter function (hereinafter simply referred to as limiter), which is a limiting function for limiting the number of medals that a player can acquire, as will be described in detail later. Also, the conditions for ending the advantageous section are satisfied.
For example, the limiter is activated when the difference in the number of medals (number of medals paid out - number of medals inserted) in one advantageous section exceeds the upper limit number (for example, +2400 medals).

In addition to the above, the limiter operating condition may include a case where the number of games in one advantageous section (number of advantageous section games) reaches the upper limit number of games (for example, 3000 games).
The advantageous section ends when any of the above conditions for ending the advantageous section is satisfied.

In addition, in the first embodiment, although the details will be described later, the operation of the limiter is determined in advance during the AT state, and the period from the time of this determination until the limiter is activated is set as the ending period, and the player A performance (ending performance) is performed that congratulates the player in advance that the advantageous state has continued to the upper limit.

Furthermore, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, based on the execution of the game, transition control between the normal section, which is the section in which the push order navigation cannot be executed, and the advantageous section, which is the section where the press order navigation is executable, is performed. I have to. In the initial state of the slot machine 1, the control is performed in the normal section, and when a predetermined transition condition is satisfied (for example, winning the Bell combination) when the game is executed in the normal section, the transition to the advantageous section is performed. be exposed.

(Normal gaming state)
The normal gaming state is a gaming state that remains when the main control device 10 of the slot machine 1 is reset, and is a disadvantageous state for the player.
As shown in FIG. 3, while staying in the normal gaming state, the main control device 10 performs lottery processing to transition to the CZ state, pseudo bonus state, and AT state. Note that depending on the specifications of the slot machine 1, etc., the normal gaming state may not be directly transferred to the AT state.
In the normal gaming state, such as when the main control device 10 of the slot machine 1 is reset, the gaming section is controlled to be the normal section, and if the conditions for shifting to an advantageous section during the normal gaming state are satisfied, the gaming section changes to the normal playing section. Transition from an area to an advantageous area.

In addition, the main controller 10 determines the number of ceiling games to be played before transitioning to the next pseudo-bonus state at the time of transition to an advantageous period, at the end of the pseudo-bonus state, and at the end of the AT state, and determines the number of ceiling games to be played until the next pseudo-bonus state is entered, When the number reaches the determined ceiling number of games, the gaming state is shifted from the normal gaming state to the pseudo bonus state.
When determining the number of ceiling games, the main controller 10 selectively determines one of a plurality of predetermined numbers of ceiling games, and the determined number of ceiling games is a relatively small value. In this case, the next pseudo-bonus state will occur relatively early.
Therefore, the transition to the pseudo-bonus state will be executed when the number of games reaches the ceiling number of games or when the lottery for transition to the pseudo-bonus state is won.

Note that the number of ceiling games may be any number as long as it is selectively determined from among a plurality of numbers of ceiling games; for example, the selection result may be changed according to the setting value in the probability setting device 14, Further, a mode for determining the number of ceiling games may be provided, and the manner in which the number of ceiling games is selected may be changed depending on the type of mode.

In addition, the normal game state is set to a normal probability state and a high probability state, and in each game, the probability of transition to the pseudo bonus state is controlled so that it is higher in the high probability state than in the normal probability state. It has become something that

The probability state is controlled to shift from the normal probability state to the high probability state, for example, with a probability of 30% when a weak watermelon win or a weak cherry win is won. On the other hand, as a predetermined falling condition, for example, control is performed to shift from a high probability state to a normal probability state with a probability of 5% when winning a replay winning combination, winning a bell winning combination, and losing.

In the normal probability state, the probability of winning in the pseudo-bonus state is set to, for example, 20% probability when winning the chance hand or the strong cherry hand, and in the high probability state, the winning probability is set to 20% when winning the chance hand or the strong cherry hand. The probability is set at 50%.
When the probability state changes from the normal probability state to the high probability state, under the control of the sub-control device 20, a notification to the effect that the probability state is the high probability state is performed on the main display 8. For example, during the normal game state, the main character When a stage such as progressing through a grassy field is displayed, the background of the stage is changed from a daytime background to an evening background to notify that the stage is in a high probability state.

However, instead of ensuring that the stage is changed when a high-probability state occurs, a stage change lottery is held with a predetermined probability (for example, 30%) in the game during a high-probability state, and the player wins this change lottery. Control is performed to change the stage only when the situation arises.
In addition, even in a game that is in a normal probability state, a lottery to change the stage is held with a predetermined probability (2%), and even if this lottery to change is won, control is performed such that the stage is changed to a stage indicating a high probability state. .

On the other hand, even when a stage with an evening background stays, a lottery to change it to a daytime background is held, and in a game that is in a normal probability state, there is a relatively high probability (for example, 20%) of winning the change lottery, and a high probability In the game in this state, control is performed such that the changed lottery has a relatively low probability (for example, 5%) of winning.
Therefore, even if the stage is made up of an evening background, it does not necessarily mean that the user is staying in a high probability state, and the stage made up of an evening background only suggests a high probability state.

In addition, when the set value in the probability setting device 14 is changed or when the main controller 10 is reset, after passing through the normal section and transitioning to the advantageous section, the normal game state in the normal probability state becomes more effective. Although the game can be started, the normal game state may be started in a high probability state with a predetermined probability for each setting value in the probability setting device 14.
Furthermore, in the high probability state, the probability of winning in the CZ state and the AT state may be increased in addition to the pseudo bonus state.

Furthermore, in the game in the normal gaming state, a pseudo game is executed based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and a game is executed that notifies the transition to a predetermined gaming state (for example, a pseudo bonus state).
Note that the transfer lottery for the above-mentioned benefits (CZ state, pseudo bonus state, AT state) may also be performed based on the pseudo game.

During the normal game state, on the main display 8 or the sub-display 17, an individual performance that can be completed in one game is executed with a predetermined probability.
The individual performance is a performance executed mainly to heighten the player's expectations, and includes a winning performance executed based on the lottery result of the role in the main control device 10.
In addition, the individual performances include those executed based on the probability state at that time (normal probability state or high probability state), and those executed to explain the game.

Further, although the details will be described later, the individual performance also includes a dialogue performance in which a predetermined character image is displayed on the main display 8 and a predetermined dialogue image is displayed according to the limiter mode.
The winning performance is a performance that is mainly performed to notify the lottery results of the winning roles, and it may display an item that can notify the winning role (for example, a rare role) with the appearance of a predetermined character, or Along with the appearance of the symbol, text information such as "Chance" or "Super Hot" is displayed, indicating the level of expectation for the occurrence of benefits (such as pseudo-bonus conditions), and the type of winning combination and the winning combination (for example, rare This is an effect in which images are displayed according to the lottery results related to the granting of benefits triggered by winnings.

・Transition process from normal gaming state to pseudo-bonus state (arrow a in Figure 3)
The number of games is counted by executing games during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), and when the number of executions of the game reaches a predetermined number (special number: ceiling game number), the normal gaming state changes to a pseudo-bonus state. The transition will take place.
The number of ceiling games is determined when the game section shifts from the normal section to the advantageous section, when the pseudo-bonus state ends, and when the AT state ends, and the number of ceiling games at that time is set.

In addition, by playing the game in the normal gaming state, when a predetermined winning combination is won, a lottery will be drawn to move to the pseudo-bonus state, and even if the transition lottery is won with a predetermined probability, the normal gaming state will be changed to the pseudo-bonus state. A transition takes place.

More specifically, the main control device 10 performs a lottery process to shift to a pseudo bonus state in advance based on the winning of a predetermined rare combination as a specific lottery result. For example, a transition process to a pseudo bonus state is performed at a predetermined probability (for example, 20%) when a chance win or a strong cherry win is won.
The pseudo-bonus state is a gaming state that continues until a predetermined number of games have been played, and during which a lottery for transition to the AT state is performed. Details of the pseudo bonus state will be described later.

In addition, in the normal gaming state, the probability of winning a pseudo bonus state when a predetermined rare combination is won can be changed according to the setting value in the probability setting device 14 as a setting means, for example, winning a strong cherry combination. Sometimes, the probability of entering a pseudo-bonus state is 10% for setting 1, 12% for setting 2, 14% for setting 3, 16% for setting 4, 18% for setting 5, and 20% for setting 6. ing.

Note that the transition to the pseudo-bonus state, that is, the decision as to whether or not to grant a benefit, may be made other than by exhausting the ceiling number of games or by drawing a rare combination by a drawing means. For example, a transition to a pseudo-bonus state may be determined when a predetermined winning combination (for example, a bell winning combination) has been won (or the actual number of winnings) reaches a predetermined number of times, or a drawing for a pseudo-bonus state may be performed at that point. Alternatively, a predetermined number of points can be added according to the winning combination, and the points to be added can be changed depending on the type of winning combination and the state in which the winning combination has been won. It is also possible to decide to shift to the pseudo-bonus state when a predetermined number is reached, or to perform a lottery for the pseudo-bonus state at that point.

Furthermore, a pseudo-bonus state may be generated during the AT state, which will be described later.
Furthermore, in the first embodiment, the chance hand and the strong cherry hand are set as the lottery triggers for the pseudo-bonus state, but the pseudo-bonus state may be drawn when other winning combinations are won.

During the predetermined period immediately before the number of games executed reaches the ceiling number of games, and if the player wins the lottery to enter the pseudo-bonus state, before the player enters the pseudo-bonus state, In order to increase expectations, a predetermined number of games (for example, 18 games) of a predetermined number of games (for example, 18 games) are executed on the main display 8 to notify that the player will finally enter the pseudo-bonus state.

That is, even if the main controller 10 determines in advance to transition to the pseudo-bonus state, it does not immediately transition to the pseudo-bonus state, but generates the pseudo-bonus state after a predetermined number of games have been played from that point on. Based on the fact that the main control device 10 has determined in advance that the pseudo-bonus state will occur, the sub-control device 20 performs a predetermined performance as a precursor effect during a predetermined number of game execution periods before transitioning to the pseudo-bonus state. It performs control to execute the main omen effect.
Therefore, the sub-control device 20 makes it possible to execute this precursor effect over a plurality of games during a predetermined period before the granting of the benefit, when transition to the pseudo-bonus state is determined in advance as the granting of the benefit. be.

In addition, before the ceiling number of games is reached, and when the pseudo-bonus state is determined by the above transition lottery, there is a waiting period for a predetermined number of games (for example, 12 games) in the period immediately before the main precursor effect is executed. ) is set, and this precursor effect will be executed after this waiting period ends.
During the waiting period, for example, the probability of executing the individual performance is increased, increasing the player's expectations for the execution of the main performance.
Therefore, in the case of transitioning to the pseudo-bonus state, the transition occurs after the waiting period and the execution of the main omen effect.

During this precursor performance, the main display 8 switches to an image of a stage with a background different from that in the normal gaming state, and a production on the precursor stage in which the appearing characters behave differently from those in the normal gaming state. The image is executed. For example, a performance on a foreshadowing stage in which a character advances through a cave is performed throughout a plurality of games. The contents of these performances do not change even after one game ends. For example, even if the screen is changed due to the occurrence of various events in a predetermined game, the content itself, such as a character advancing through a cave, will continue to be performed in the next game without changing. Therefore, this precursor effect is a series of effects that are executed over (across) a plurality of games.
Further, a plurality of patterns with different backgrounds, etc. are prepared for the precursor stage, and one of the precursor stages of the pattern is selected under the control of the sub-control device 20 depending on whether or not the pseudo bonus state has been won at that time. It is supposed to happen.

In addition, when the number of games played is not immediately before reaching the ceiling number of games, or when you win a rare role (for example, a chance role) that triggers a transition to a pseudo-bonus state, but you win a lottery to transition to a pseudo-bonus state. Even in the case where the pseudo-bonus state is not won, a fake precursor effect for a predetermined number of games (for example, 18 games) will be displayed on the main display 8 to notify that the pseudo-bonus state will not be entered in the end. executed.

In other words, the sub-control device 20 is capable of executing the fake precursor effect over multiple games based on the establishment of a predetermined condition in the case where the main control device 10 has not determined in advance the transition to the pseudo-bonus state. .
Therefore, regardless of whether the main control device 10 has decided in advance to transition to the pseudo-bonus state, the sub-control device 20 will not grant the benefit if a predetermined condition such as winning a chance win is satisfied. It is now possible to execute a production (actual omen production or fake omen production) that can suggest whether or not a game will occur across multiple games.

In addition, the fake omen performance is executed at a predetermined probability (for example, 50%) in the case where the player wins the rare role that triggers the transition to the pseudo-bonus state, but does not win the lottery to enter the pseudo-bonus state. You can also set it to be executed at all times.
In addition, when performing a fake precursor effect at a time when the number of executions of the game is not immediately before reaching the ceiling number of games, the fake precursor effect is set according to the period (zone) in which the preset number of ceiling games is likely to be selected. It is preferable to carry out a presentation, and in this way, when the number of ceiling games reaches a period in which it is easy to select, it is possible to increase the player's expectations even if there is no transition to a pseudo-bonus state. be.

In addition, when executing a fake precursor performance based on winning a rare role, just like when winning a pseudo bonus state, a fake waiting period for a predetermined number of games is required in the period immediately before the fake precursor performance is executed. (For example, 12 games) is set.
The real omen production and the fake omen production basically consist of a series of productions spanning multiple games in which the production images (stages, characters appearing, etc.) are set in the same way, and the final notification content is different. This makes it possible to hold players' expectations until the very end.

In addition, in the real omen performance and the fake omen performance, notification is made as to whether or not the transition will finally be made to the pseudo-bonus state. For example, a continuous performance (continuous performance) is executed from 2 games ago). The continuous performance is executed, for example, as a battle performance consisting of images in which an ally character and an enemy character compete for a predetermined number of games (for example, 3 games).

In the continuous performance (battle performance), a performance image in which an ally character and an enemy character compete in a predetermined battle event is performed for each game, and a performance is performed in which the content of each game is carried over to the next game. For example, if a given ally character is in a disadvantageous situation in a predetermined game, an effect is executed to carry over that situation to the next game, and an effect is created in which one of the characters wins in the end. executed.
In addition, in the continuous performance (battle performance), the type of ally character, the type of enemy character, and the type of battle event that appear may be changed depending on whether or not to transition to a pseudo-bonus state.

In addition, the content of the battle between an ally character and an enemy character in each game is set depending on whether or not to transition to a predetermined pseudo-bonus state. For example, when transitioning to a pseudo-bonus state, the content does not shift. It is set so that there are more games in which the ally character has an advantage than in the other cases.
In other words, the continuous performance is a series of performances that are executed over (across) a plurality of games.
Further, in the continuous performance, a button performance may be executed in parallel.

When transitioning to a pseudo-bonus state (in the case of this precursor effect), an image of the ally character winning in the end is displayed as an image to notify the transition to the pseudo-bonus state, and the transition to the pseudo-bonus state is not performed. In this case (in the case of a fake omen effect), an image of the ally character being defeated in the end is displayed as an image informing that the transition to the pseudo-bonus state will not occur.

Note that instead of continuous performances, a performance that is completed only in the final game of the main precursor performance and the fake precursor performance may be performed, and notification regarding the transition to the pseudo bonus state may be made based on the performance results.
Moreover, the real omen effect and the fake omen effect may be generated without executing the above-described waiting period. Further, the fake precursor performance may be made to always occur when a rare combination that triggers a shift to a pseudo bonus state is won, or may be made to occur at a predetermined probability.

Further, after winning the rare combination, only the continuous performance during the main precursor performance may be executed to transition to a pseudo-bonus state or the like.
Further, the number of games for the real omen effect and the fake omen effect may be any number of games, or may be selectively determined from a plurality of numbers of games (for example, 15 to 20 games). Similarly, the waiting period may also be changed by selectively determining the number of games (for example, 10 to 15 games).

Note that the number of games that can be selected may be set to be the same as the execution period of the main omen performance and the fake omen performance, but it may be possible to select the number of games that are not selected for the fake omen performance during the main omen performance. In this way, if the harbinger ends after a small number of games, which would be impossible with a fake harbinger, or if the harbinger continues for a large number of games, which would be impossible with a fake harbinger, the actual harbinger will be confirmed. It is possible to improve the expectations of the players.

- Transition process from normal gaming state to CZ state (arrow c in Figure 3)
In the normal gaming state, the main control device 10 performs a lottery process to transition to the CZ state based on winning a predetermined rare combination. For example, a transition process to the CZ state is performed with a predetermined probability (for example, 10%) when a strong watermelon winning combination is won. The condition for transitioning to the CZ state is winning this transition lottery.

In addition, in order to increase players' expectations for the transition to the CZ state, even if a certain rare combination is won and the transition to the CZ state is decided, the player will not immediately transition to the CZ state, but will be A continuous presentation (main continuous presentation) of the CZ state for a predetermined number of games (for example, 3 games) may be executed on the main display 8 to notify that the transition to the CZ state will occur.

In addition, even if you win a predetermined rare combination but do not win the lottery to shift to the CZ state, you can enter the CZ state for a predetermined number of games (for example, 3 games) to notify that you will not ultimately shift to the CZ state. A continuous fake effect may be performed on the main display 8. In this case, the CZ state continuous performance and the fake continuous performance basically set the characters, etc. that appear in the same way, but the final notification content is different, thereby attracting the player's anticipation until the end. You can do it like this.

For example, as a CZ state continuous effect (or fake continuous effect), a effect image in which a character challenges sports competitions throughout each game may be executed. In this case, during the continuous performance (or fake continuous performance), the sports competition is executed continuously through the games in between, and if the CZ state is won, the competition is finally successful (for example, when the player scores a goal in soccer). Success), and if the CZ state is not won, an effect image that causes the competition to fail is executed.

・Transition process from normal gaming state to AT state (arrow g in Figure 3)
In the normal game state, the main control device 10 performs a lottery process to transition to the AT state based on winning a predetermined rare combination. For example, when a strong cherry combination is won, a transition process to the AT state is performed with a predetermined probability (for example, 1%). The condition for transitioning to the AT state is winning this transition lottery.
Note that the transition from the normal gaming state to the AT state is performed on the condition that a predetermined rare combination is won, and also based on the predetermined probability ( For example, 1%) may be used.

In the first embodiment, the transition to the AT state is mainly executed via a pseudo-bonus state in order to increase the player's expectations, so the transition to the AT state is performed directly from the normal gaming state. The probability of transitioning to the AT state is set to an extremely low probability.
Note that the probability of directly transitioning from the normal gaming state to the AT state may be changeable depending on the probability set in the probability setting device 14, or only in the case of a relatively high setting value (for example, settings 4 to 6). It may also be possible to win a lottery that directly shifts from the normal gaming state to the AT state.
In addition, in the normal gaming state, if you win the AT state transition lottery, a waiting period will be inserted and a precursor performance will be executed, similar to when the pseudo bonus state described above occurs, and the AT state will occur after the precursor performance ends. It is supposed to be done.

In addition, in the case of winning the lottery for moving directly from the normal gaming state to the AT state, selection control of a precursor performance different from that at the time of occurrence of the pseudo bonus state may be performed. For example, when moving directly to the AT state In this case, the selection rate of a precursor effect composed of characters and backgrounds that have a low appearance rate (or do not appear) in a fake omen effect may be made higher than when a pseudo-bonus state occurs. Furthermore, a precursory performance that is not executed when a pseudo bonus state occurs may be executed only when directly transitioning to an AT state.

(CZ state)
In the CZ state, the push order navigation is not performed when the push order bell combination is won, but the lottery process to transition to the pseudo bonus state is performed with a higher probability in each game than in the normal gaming state, so the is also a gaming state in which it is easy to transition to a pseudo-bonus state.
Note that the push order navigation is not performed when the push order Bell role is won, but the push order navigation may be executed when the push order Bell role is won, or a part of the push order Bell role when the push order Bell role is won. The push order navigation may be executed with a predetermined probability (for example, 40%) when winning a winning combination.

While staying in the CZ state, it is easier to shift to the pseudo bonus state than while staying in the normal gaming state, so the CZ state is positioned as a chance zone in the flow of a series of games.
The number of games that can be played in the CZ state is determined by the minimum number of games and 10 games. After the 10th game, an end lottery during the CZ state is held by the main controller 10, and if the end lottery is won, the CZ state is entered in that game. will end.
During the CZ state, control information regarding the CZ state is transmitted from the main controller 10 to the sub-control device 20, and under the control of the main controller 10 and the sub-control device 20, the main display 8 indicates that the main controller 10 is in the CZ state. Various performances and the number of remaining games are displayed on the main display 8.

・Transition process from CZ state to pseudo bonus state (arrow e in Figure 3)
In the CZ state, a pseudo bonus state transition lottery process is performed in each game.
The probability of winning in the pseudo-bonus state transition lottery process is set according to the winning combination of each game. The probability of winning in the pseudo-bonus state transition lottery process is, for example, 50% when winning a rare combination, 10% when winning a bell combination and a replay combination, and 5% when losing. The transition lottery for the pseudo-bonus state is held for each game in the CZ state, but whether or not the transition to the pseudo-bonus state will occur is determined in the final game of the CZ state, and if the transition to the pseudo-bonus state is announced in the final game. In this case, the gaming state shifts to the pseudo-bonus state, similar to the normal gaming state.

In other words, the CZ state is similar to the high probability state described above in that the probability of transitioning to the pseudo-bonus state is higher than the normal gaming state, but in the CZ state, the transition to the pseudo-bonus state is higher than the normal gaming state. Since there is a possibility that even a role that is not a lottery trigger role (a bell role or a replay role) will shift to a pseudo-bonus state, the state is more advantageous to the player than a high probability state.
In addition, since the transition lottery for the pseudo-bonus state is executed when each role is internally won, the transition lottery for the pseudo-bonus state will be executed even if the symbol corresponding to the winning role does not stop on reel 4 (when it is missed). be done.
Furthermore, when the CZ state ends and the state shifts to a pseudo bonus state, the gaming section continues as an advantageous section.

Furthermore, the probability of winning the pseudo bonus state for a part or all of each winning combination may be other than the above. Further, the transition lottery trigger for the pseudo-bonus state during the CZ state may be other than those described above.
Further, although the pseudo-bonus state transition lottery process is performed when a bell combination is won, the pseudo-bonus state transition lottery process may be performed based on the winning of a symbol corresponding to the bell combination.

Furthermore, during the CZ state, a CZ state image is displayed on the main display 8 that allows the player to recognize that the player is in the CZ state throughout the game during the CZ state.
In addition, when a game that has won a lottery to enter the pseudo-bonus state is executed, a predetermined preparation image (video) is displayed while the game is being executed, and after the game ends, the game enters the pseudo-bonus state. A notification image will be displayed to notify you.
For example, during the CZ state, an image of the main character sleeping is displayed as the CZ state image, and during a game in which the player wins the transition lottery for the pseudo-bonus state, the main character is shown in close-up. A preparatory effect video is displayed to show whether the main character will wake up or not, and a notification image in which the main character wakes up is displayed after the game ends, thereby executing a effect to notify that the pseudo bonus state has been won.

In addition, the above-mentioned preparation effect image is also displayed with a predetermined probability (for example, 10%) when a non-winning game is executed in the pseudo-bonus state during the CZ state, but in this case, after the game ends, By displaying a notification image in which the main character does not wake up, an effect is executed to notify that the pseudo bonus state has not been won.

Also, when playing the 10th game or later during the CZ state, a lottery to end the CZ state will be held, but if you win this lottery to end the game, an effect will be performed in which the screen gradually darkens during the game. Then, after the game ends, an effect is executed in which the entire screen becomes dark to notify that the CZ state has ended.
In addition, when playing the 10th game or later during the CZ state, even if you do not win the final lottery (continue), the screen gradually darkens in the same way as above with a predetermined probability, but In this case, after the game ends, the screen becomes bright again, thereby performing an effect to notify that the CZ state will continue.

Note that the effect for notifying whether or not a pseudo-bonus state has been won during the CZ state may be other than the above. For example, an effect in which an ally character and an enemy character compete over a predetermined game period may be executed, and the effect of the battle may be The presence or absence of transition to the pseudo-bonus state may be notified based on the result.

・Transition process from CZ state to normal gaming state (arrow d in Figure 3)
In the CZ state, if you do not win the transition lottery for the pseudo-bonus state but win the exit lottery for the CZ state, the game transitions to the normal gaming state after the game ends.
At this time, after the game ends, the screen of the main display 8 becomes pitch black, and the end of the CZ state is notified without transitioning to the pseudo bonus state.
Furthermore, when the CZ state is terminated and the state shifts to the normal gaming state, the gaming section continues as the advantageous section, but the gaming section may be shifted from the advantageous section to the normal section.

In addition, at the time of transition from the CZ state to the normal gaming state, under the control of the main controller 10 and the sub-control device 20, setting-related information (setting suggestion information) that can suggest the setting value set in the probability setting device 14 is notified. The notification may be made by means (main display 8, speaker 9). For example, a predetermined character from among a plurality of characters is displayed on the main display 8 and the sub-display 17. Since the character to be displayed is selected according to the selection probability that is preset according to each setting value of the probability setting device 14, it is possible to predict the setting value to some extent based on the displayed character.

(pseudo bonus state)
In the pseudo-bonus state as a special gaming state, in the game during the pseudo-bonus state, the push order navigation for the push order bell combination is executed as a notification of the operation mode advantageous to the player, making it extremely difficult to obtain medals. This is an easy gaming state.

Further, the pseudo-bonus state continues for a predetermined period of time, and in a predetermined game executed during that period, an AT state transition lottery is performed.
In the first embodiment, the pseudo-bonus state is such that the number of medals actually acquired by the player during the pseudo-bonus state (number of medals paid out - number of bets = net increase in number of medals) is a predetermined number (for example, 100 medals). ) will continue until it reaches.
That is, the main control device 10 is equipped with special game state control means that can control the game state to a pseudo bonus state as a special game state advantageous to the player in the advantageous section.
Furthermore, the main control device 10 terminates the special gaming state based on the fact that the total number of gaming values awarded to the player (net increase number of coins) reached a specific number (for example, 100 coins) during the special gaming state. It is equipped with a special game state end control means that can execute control to cause the game to end.
Note that the pseudo-bonus state may end when the number of medals paid out during the pseudo-bonus state reaches a predetermined number, rather than the number of net additions, or the number of games played during the pseudo-bonus state. The process may end when the number reaches a predetermined number.

During the pseudo-bonus state, the push order navigation will be executed, and the probability of winning the push order Bell combination is such that if the player plays the game according to the push order navigation, the number of medals will increase. Therefore, if a player wins the AT state transition lottery during a pseudo-bonus state in which a large number of medals can be obtained, the AT state will occur after the pseudo-bonus state ends, and the player will be able to obtain a certain number of medals. At the same time, it becomes possible to execute a game for generating the next pseudo-bonus state, and a state that is synergistically advantageous to the player occurs.

In addition, in the first game that transitions to the pseudo-bonus state, the period from the operation of the start lever 3 until the operation of the stop button 5 becomes effective is extended by the control of the main controller 10 compared to a normal game. During the period, after the reels 4 are rotated forward, a special symbol combination on the reels 4 is temporarily stopped and then rotated forward again, a so-called reel performance (information pseudo game) is executed, and a pseudo bonus is generated. The occurrence of the condition is notified.
In addition, in the first game that transitions to the pseudo-bonus state, instead of executing the notification pseudo-game and temporarily stopping the special symbol combination (such as "7, 7, 7"), it A pseudo-bonus state will start in the next game after winning, and when the predetermined combination is won, a special symbol combination will be created when the reels 4 are stopped in a predetermined push order (for example, "5c → 5b → 5a"). By controlling the reels 4 to stop and notifying the predetermined pressing order when the predetermined combination is won, it is possible to form a special symbol combination one game before the pseudo-bonus state starts. Good too.

The period during which the notification pseudo game is performed is set to, for example, 15 seconds, and during this period, the operation of the stop button 5 is disabled, so the game cannot proceed even if the reels 4 are operating. .
Then, at the end of the notification pseudo game, the special symbol combinations (such as "7, 7, 7") will temporarily stop (automatically stop), so the pseudo bonus state is the same as the AT state in terms of game content. Although the navigation is executed in this state, it looks like a so-called bonus state (real bonus state) has occurred, and is intended to be differentiated from the AT state.

In addition, when the notification pseudo game ends, the reels 4 automatically start rotating in the forward direction, and the operation of the stop button 5 becomes effective, and the main game starts, and from this point on, the first time when the pseudo bonus state is entered The game can be stopped in the same way as a normal game.
Further, during the reel performance, under the control of the sub-control device 20, a display is performed on the main display 8 to notify the occurrence of a pseudo bonus state as a performance image corresponding to the reel performance.

・Transition process from pseudo-bonus state to AT state (arrow f in Figure 3)
In the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the details will be described later, but an AT challenge state occurs at the end of the pseudo bonus state, and an AT state transition lottery process is performed for each game during this AT challenge state. , it is determined whether or not to transition to the AT state.
Furthermore, in the game during the pseudo-bonus state, a lottery is conducted to increase the winning probability of the game during the AT challenge state.
Then, as a result of the AT state transition lottery process, if the special condition is satisfied and the transition condition to the AT state is satisfied, the gaming state will transition to the AT state after the AT challenge state ends.
Furthermore, when the state is shifted to AT, the gaming section continues as an advantageous section.

In the first embodiment, the AT state transition lottery process is performed during the AT challenge state in the pseudo bonus state, but it is performed in each game during the pseudo bonus state without providing the AT challenge state. Alternatively, it may be performed as part of the pseudo-bonus state.
In addition, when performing the AT state transition lottery process in each game during the pseudo bonus state, the AT state transition lottery may be performed with a fixed probability in each game, or if a rare combination is won, An AT state transition lottery may be performed with a higher probability than when winning a winning combination other than a rare combination.
Further, in addition to the AT state transition lottery process in the game during the pseudo bonus state, the AT state transition lottery process may be performed at the time of transition (start) of the pseudo bonus state.

In addition, during the pseudo-bonus state, in response to the execution of the game, a predetermined value is displayed on the main display 8 under the control of the sub-control device 20 as effect control means based on the reception of control information from the main control device 10. The performance is executed.

・Transition process from pseudo-bonus state to normal gaming state (arrow b in Figure 3)
After the pseudo-bonus state ends, if the special conditions are not met and the right to transition to the AT state is not granted, that is, if the result of the AT state transition lottery process in the pseudo-bonus state is not a winning result. After the pseudo-bonus state ends, the game enters the normal gaming state.
It should be noted that the game section may not be shifted from the advantageous section to the normal section in a part of the case where the pseudo bonus state is terminated and the normal gaming state is entered.

Furthermore, when transitioning from the pseudo-bonus state to the normal gaming state, under the control of the main controller 10 and the sub-control device 20, setting-related information (setting suggestion information) that can suggest the setting value set in the probability setting device 14 is provided. The notification may be made by notification means (main display 8, sub-display 17, speaker 9). For example, a predetermined character is displayed from among a plurality of characters on the main display 8 or the sub-display 17, and the character to be displayed is selected according to a selection probability set in advance according to each setting value of the probability setting device 14. By making a selection, it is possible to predict the setting value to some extent based on the displayed character.

(AT state)
The AT state in the first embodiment is a game in which medals can be easily acquired by performing push order navigation for push order bell combinations as a notification of operation modes advantageous to the player in the game during the AT state. state.

The AT state continues until the number of medals (net increase) actually acquired by the player during the AT state reaches a predetermined number (for example, 100 medals).
That is, the main control device 10 is equipped with special game state control means that can control the game state to the AT state as a special game state advantageous to the player in the advantageous section.
Note that the end condition for the AT state may be established when the number of medals paid out during the AT state reaches a predetermined number, or when the number of games played during the AT state reaches a predetermined number. It may also be made to hold true if
Furthermore, a plurality of types of AT states having different durations may be provided, and any one of the AT states may be selectively generated when acquiring the right to transition to an AT state.

Furthermore, when transitioning to the AT state, the details will be described later, but a limiter mode is selected based on the player's operation, and control related to limiter operation is performed based on the limiter mode selected by the player. It will be carried out.

In addition, during the AT state, based on the winning of a specified rare combination, an additional lottery will be held to grant specified benefits (such as an increase in the number of remaining tickets), and if the additional lottery is won, the bonus will be The duration of the AT state will be extended accordingly.
Note that the trigger for the additional lottery may be any one, or any one may be selected from a plurality of benefits that differ in size. Further, the size of the benefit provided may be changed depending on the winning combination.

In addition, in the first embodiment, when a predetermined condition is satisfied in a game in the AT state, an additional specialization zone is generated for a predetermined period, and the number of games in this specialization zone is The additional lottery will be executed at a higher level than in the special additional zone.
Note that since the specialized zone is extremely advantageous to the player, it is preferable that the predetermined condition be satisfied at a predetermined probability when a rare combination with a low winning probability is won.

・Transition process from AT state to pseudo bonus state (arrow i in Figure 3)
Even during the AT state, as in the normal gaming state, the main control device 10 performs a lottery process to shift to a pseudo bonus state based on the winning of a predetermined rare combination as a specific lottery result. A transition process to a pseudo bonus state is performed at a predetermined probability (for example, 20%) when winning a strong cherry combination.
Further, if the transition is made to the pseudo-bonus state during the AT state, the gaming section continues as the advantageous section.

If the player wins the lottery for shifting to the pseudo-bonus state during the AT state, the AT state in progress is temporarily interrupted and the gaming state shifts to the pseudo-bonus state.
Therefore, the number of remaining games in the AT state is suspended when transitioning to the pseudo-bonus state, and when the AT state returns again, the AT state is restarted based on the suspended remaining number of games.
Further, if the transition is made to the pseudo-bonus state during the AT state, the pseudo-bonus state will be executed for a predetermined period (for example, 20 games) as described above.

However, if the transition to the pseudo-bonus state occurs during the AT state, unlike the case where the transition to the pseudo-bonus state occurs during the normal gaming state, the transition lottery process for the AT state will not be performed, and a predetermined number of games will be played. If this happens, the pseudo-bonus state ends and the AT state returns.

In addition, when shifting to a pseudo-bonus state during the AT state, an additional lottery may be performed upon winning a predetermined combination during the pseudo-bonus state.
In addition, if you win a lottery to transition to a pseudo-bonus state while in the AT state, instead of immediately transitioning to the pseudo-bonus state, for a predetermined period of time (for example, 3 games), you can create a battle effect (a battle effect in which your ally character wins) as described above. ) may be changed to a pseudo-bonus state.
Further, even if a predetermined rare combination is won during the AT state and the transfer lottery to the pseudo-bonus state is not won, a battle effect (a battle effect in which an ally character is defeated) may be executed.

・Transition process from AT state to normal gaming state (arrow h in Figure 3)
In the AT state, if the conditions for ending the AT state are satisfied, the game shifts to the normal gaming state after the AT state ends.
Furthermore, when the AT state ends and the normal gaming state is entered, the gaming section continues as the advantageous section.
Note that the game section may be shifted to the normal section in a part of the case where the AT state is terminated and the normal gaming state is entered.

Also, when the AT state ends, the AT end state is set for a predetermined period (for example, 5 seconds), and during the AT end state, the game is temporarily unable to proceed, and after the AT end state ends, the normal gaming state returns. I will do it.
During the AT end state, under the control of the main control device 10 and the sub-control device 20, setting related information that can suggest the setting value set by the probability setting device 14 is notified by the notification means. For example, a predetermined image is displayed on the main display 8 and the sub-display 17, and a predetermined sound is output from the speaker 9.
As described above, the gaming state is changed in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment.

[Each process related to limiter]
Next, each process related to the limiter (limiting function) in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment will be explained with reference to FIGS. 4 to 7.
As described above, the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment is provided with a limiter function to limit the number of medals a player can obtain during an advantageous period.

In the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, two types of limiters are provided, a first limiter and a second limiter, and either limiter is enabled by the player's selection at the start of the AT state. It has become a thing.
The first limiter is activated when the number of medals actually acquired by the player (net increase number) exceeds a predetermined number (for example, 2400 medals) during one advantageous period. There is.
Therefore, when the first limiter is selected, the number of medals acquired by the player (net increase) is limited to approximately 2,400 or less during one advantageous period.

On the other hand, the second limiter operates when the difference in the number of medals (number of medals paid out - number of medals inserted) during one advantageous section exceeds a specific number (for example, the specific number +2400 medals). It has become a thing.
The difference in the number of medals during the advantageous period is also counted as the negative amount where the number of inserted medals is greater than the number of medals paid out, so depending on the difference in the number of medals at the time of transition to the AT state, the difference in the number of medals during the advantageous period will be counted. It is possible to obtain more medals than the net increase in number of medals by players during the period.

For example, if you enter the AT state (or pseudo-bonus state) with the difference in number of medals being +1000 medals, you will have to collect 1400 medals (2400 - 1000 medals) before the second limiter is activated. However, if you enter the AT state with a difference of -2000 medals, you will be able to obtain 4400 medals (2400 + 2000 medals) before the second limiter activates. It becomes.
That is, the larger the difference between the differential number of medals in the advantageous section at the time of transition to the AT state and the specific number, the greater the number of medals that the player can acquire before the second limiter is activated.

First, the first limiter will be explained with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5.
The flowchart in FIG. 4 is executed by the main controller 10 to count the number of medals actually acquired by the player (net increase number) based on the number of medals inserted and the number of medals paid out during one advantageous section. This figure shows the process for counting the net increase in number of sheets.

First, when the net increase number counting process is started, in step S1, it is determined whether or not it is in an advantageous period.
This is a process for determining whether or not the gaming section is in an advantageous section. If it is in an advantageous section, the process moves to step S2, and if it is not in an advantageous section (in a normal section), the main net increase The number of sheets counting process ends.

Next, in step S2, it is determined whether the game has been executed.
This is a process for determining whether or not the game has been executed during the advantageous section. If the game has been executed during the advantageous section, the process moves to step S3; if the game has not been executed, the main The net increase number counting process ends.

Next, in step S3, a process of subtracting the number of bets from the net increase number counter is performed.
The net increase number counter is a counter for monitoring the increase/decrease in the number of medals actually acquired by the player (net increase number) during one advantageous period, and is a counter that monitors the increase/decrease in the number of medals actually acquired by the player (net increase number) during one advantageous period. The number of medals (number of bets) will be subtracted from the net increase number counter.

Next, in step S4, it is determined whether or not medals have been paid out.
This is a process of determining whether medals have been paid out based on the game results during the advantageous section, and if a predetermined winning combination has been won and a predetermined number of medals have been paid out, the process moves to step S5. However, if the medals have not been paid out, the process moves to step S6.
Note that the payout of medals includes the case where they are added to credits and the automatic setting of the number of bets when winning a replay combination.

Next, in step S5, a process of adding the number of paid out medals to the net increase number counter is performed.
Therefore, when a predetermined number of medals are paid out as a result of a game executed during the advantageous period, the number of medals paid out is added to the net increase number counter.
Furthermore, since the net increase number counter has a value from which the number of bets has been subtracted, the number of medals actually won by the player (net increase number) is counted by the net increase number counter.

Next, in step S6, it is determined whether the value of the net increase number counter is less than 0 or not.
If the value of the net increase number counter is less than 0, the process moves to step S7, and if the value of the net increase number counter is not less than 0, the main net increase number counting process is ended.
Next, in step S7, processing is performed to set the value of the net increase number counter to 0.
Therefore, when the lower limit value of the net increase number counter becomes 0 and the value of the net increase number counter increases due to the occurrence of a special gaming state, counting of the increase from the lower limit value of the net increase number counter starts.
Thereafter, the actual net increase number counting process is ended.

As described above, in the main control device 10, when a game is executed during one advantageous period, the net increase number counter counts according to the number of bets and the number of paid out medals. becomes.
In addition, since the lower limit of the net increase number counter is 0, the net increase number counter measures the increase in the number of medals as the gaming value given to the player, that is, the number of medals actually acquired by the player (the net increase number ) will be managed.

Next, the first limiter monitoring process executed in the main controller 10 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.
FIG. 5 shows a first limiter monitoring process for activating the first limiter when the value of the net increase number counter during one advantageous period exceeds the upper limit number, with reference to the above-mentioned net increase number counter. There is.

First, when the first limiter monitoring process is started, it is determined in step S10 whether or not the vehicle is in an advantageous section.
If it is in the advantageous section, the process moves to step S11, and if it is not in the advantageous section (in the normal section), the first limiter monitoring process ends.

Next, in step S11, it is determined whether the first limiter mode is selected.
If the first limiter mode is selected, the process moves to step S12, and if the first limiter mode is not selected (the second limiter mode is selected), the first limiter monitoring process is performed. end.
The limiter mode is a mode for determining which of the first limiter and the second limiter is to be enabled (activated), although a detailed explanation will be given later, and the player's selection operation at the start of the AT state. This means that one of the limiter modes is selected.
Note that there is a possibility that this process will proceed even when the AT state is not in progress (if no limiter mode has been selected), but in that case, one of the limiter modes (for example, the first limiter mode) ) is preferably selected.

Next, in step S12, it is determined whether the game has ended.
If the game in the advantageous section has ended, the process moves to step S13, and if the game has not ended (including the case where the game is not being executed), the first limiter monitoring process ends.

Next, in step S13, it is determined whether the value of the net increase number counter exceeds the upper limit value (first limit value) "+2400 sheets".
This is a process for determining whether or not the value of the net increase number counter calculated in the above-mentioned net increase number counting process exceeds the first limit value, which is a condition for activating the first limiter. If the value exceeds the first limit value, the process moves to step S14, and if the value does not exceed the first limit value, the first limiter monitoring process ends.

Next, in step S14, processing is performed to end the special gaming state.
Therefore, the gaming state shifts from the special gaming state (pseudo-bonus state or AT state) to the normal gaming state.
Next, in step S15, a transition process to the normal section is performed.
Therefore, the gaming section will shift from the advantageous section to the normal section.
Next, in step S16, a process of initializing (zero clearing) the net increase number counter is performed.
Therefore, through the processing of steps S14 to S16, the first limiter is activated, and the acquisition of medals during one advantageous section is restricted.
Thereafter, the first limiter monitoring process ends.

As described above, in the main control device 10, when the value of the net increase number counter exceeds the first limit value (+2400 coins), the first limiter is activated to end the special gaming state and give an advantage to the gaming section. This is to transition from the section to the normal section.
In addition, the net increase number counter indicates the number of medals actually acquired by the player during one advantageous period (net increase number), so when this number of medals (net increase number) reaches the first limit value, 1 limiter will be activated.
That is, the main control device 10 can execute control to end the advantageous section based on the increase in the gaming value given to the player (net increase number counter) reaching a specific increase (first limit value). The first advantageous section end control means is provided.

Therefore, the number of medals that a player can acquire is limited, and the gambling nature of the slot machine 1 can be reduced.
Furthermore, regardless of whether or not medals have been paid out in the past, the first limiter can be activated when the number of medals actually acquired by the player (net increase) reaches the first limit value. . For example, even if the player has been at a great disadvantage before that (the difference in the number of medals is large and negative), the first limiter can always be operated with a fixed number of medals paid out. becomes possible.

Note that the first limit value may be other than the above as long as it limits the number of medals that the player can obtain.
Although the net increase number counter is initialized based on the operation of the first limiter, the net increase number counter may also be initialized at the end of the AT state in which the first limiter is not reached.
In this way, when the AT state starts, it is possible to ensure that the number of medals that the player can actually acquire is always 2400.

Next, the second limiter will be explained with reference to FIGS. 6 and 7.
The flowchart of FIG. 6 is executed by the main controller 10 to calculate the difference in the number of medals (number of medals paid out - number of medals put in) based on the number of medals inserted and the number of medals paid out during one advantageous section. ) shows the difference counting process for counting the number of sheets.

First, when the difference number counting process is started, in step S20, it is determined whether or not it is in an advantageous section.
This is a process for determining whether or not the game section is in an advantageous section. If it is in an advantageous section, the process moves to step S21, and if it is not in an advantageous section (in a normal section), the main difference is determined. The number of sheets counting process ends.

Next, in step S21, it is determined whether the game has been executed.
This is a process for determining whether or not the game has been executed during the advantageous section. If the game has been executed during the advantageous section, the process moves to step S22; if the game has not been executed, the process proceeds to step S22. The difference number counting process ends.

Next, in step S22, a process of subtracting the number of bets from the difference number counter is performed.
The difference number counter is a counter for monitoring the increase/decrease in the difference number of medals (number of medals paid out - number of medals inserted) during one advantageous period. The number of medals (bet number) placed (bet setting) will be subtracted from the difference number counter.

Next, in step S23, it is determined whether or not medals have been paid out.
This is a process for determining whether medals have been paid out based on the game results during the advantageous section, and if a predetermined winning combination has been won and a predetermined number of medals have been paid out, the process moves to step S24. However, if no medals have been paid out, the main difference number counting process is ended.
Note that the payout of medals includes the case where they are added to credits and the automatic setting of the number of bets when winning a replay combination.

Next, in step S24, a process of adding the number of paid medals to the difference number counter is performed.
Therefore, when a predetermined number of medals are paid out as a result of the game executed during the advantageous period, the number of medals paid out is added to the difference number counter.
Thereafter, the main difference number counting process ends.

As described above, in the main control device 10, when a game is executed during one advantageous period, the difference number counter counts according to the number of bets and the number of paid out medals. becomes.
That is, based on the input of gaming value (medals) in the advantageous section, the main control device 10 subtracts the difference number information (value of the difference number counter) in accordance with the input gaming value, and calculates the gaming value in the advantageous section. It is equipped with a difference number information counting means that can execute control to add difference number information in accordance with the awarded gaming value based on the award (payout of medals).
In addition, while the lower limit value of the net increase number counter is set to 0, the lower limit value of the difference number counter is not set, so if no medals are paid out by playing the game, the difference number counter is set to 0. will be subtracted, and negative values will also be counted.

Although the negative value of the difference number counter is also counted, by setting the initial value of the difference number counter to +9000, for example, the difference number counter will be counted even if no medals are paid out in all 3000 games. It may be possible to prevent the value from becoming a negative value as much as possible.

Next, the second limiter monitoring process executed in the main controller 10 will be described with reference to the flowchart in FIG.
FIG. 7 shows a second limiter monitoring process for activating the second limiter when the value of the difference number counter during one advantageous period exceeds the upper limit number, with reference to the difference number counter described above. There is.

First, when the second limiter monitoring process is started, it is determined in step S30 whether or not the vehicle is in an advantageous section.
If it is in the advantageous section, the process moves to step S31, and if it is not in the advantageous section (in the normal section), the second limiter monitoring process ends.

Next, in step S31, it is determined whether the second limiter mode is selected.
If the second limiter mode is selected, the process moves to step S32, and if the second limiter mode is not selected (if the first limiter mode is selected), the second limiter monitoring process is performed. end.
Note that there is a possibility that this process will proceed even when the AT state is not in progress (if no limiter mode has been selected), but in that case, one of the limiter modes (for example, the first limiter mode) ) is preferably selected, the second limiter monitoring process ends.

Next, in step S32, it is determined whether the game has ended.
If the game in the advantageous section has ended, the process moves to step S33, and if the game has not ended (including the case where the game is not being executed), the second limiter monitoring process ends.

Next, in step S33, it is determined whether the value of the difference number counter exceeds the upper limit value (second limit value) "+2400 sheets".
This is a process for determining whether or not the value of the difference number counter calculated in the above-mentioned difference number counting process exceeds the second limit value, which is a condition for activating the second limiter. If the value exceeds the second limit value, the process moves to step S34, and if it does not exceed the second limit value, the second limiter monitoring process ends.

Next, in step S34, processing is performed to end the special gaming state.
Therefore, the gaming state shifts from the special gaming state (pseudo-bonus state or AT state) to the normal gaming state.
Next, in step S35, a transition process to the normal section is performed.
Therefore, the gaming section will shift from the advantageous section to the normal section.
Next, in step S36, a process is performed to initialize (clear to zero) the difference number counter.
Therefore, through the processing of steps S34 to S36, the second limiter is activated, and the acquisition of medals during one advantageous section is restricted.
Thereafter, the second limiter monitoring process ends.

As described above, in the main controller 10, when the value of the differential number of coins counter exceeds the second limit value ("+2400 coins"), the second limiter is activated to end the special gaming state and to end the game period. This is to shift from the advantageous section to the normal section.
In addition, the differential number counter indicates the differential number of medals (number of medals paid out - number of medals inserted) during one advantageous section, so when this differential number reaches the second limit value, The second limiter is activated.

That is, the main controller 10 determines the advantageous section based on the fact that the difference number information (value of the difference number counter) counted by the difference number information counting means (main controller 10) reaches a specific number (+2400 sheets). It is provided with a second advantageous section end control means capable of executing control to end the second advantageous section.
Therefore, the number of medals that a player can acquire is limited, and the gambling nature of the slot machine 1 can be reduced.
In addition, if the value of the difference number counter is small (largely negative) at the start of the AT state, the number of medals that the player can acquire until the second limit value is reached. Since the number of players increases, it becomes possible to improve the expectations of the players.
Note that the second limit value may be other than the above as long as it limits the number of medals that the player can obtain.
As described above, each process related to the limiter in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment is performed.

[Notification of difference in number of sheets]
Next, with reference to FIGS. 8 and 9, the function of notifying the difference in the number of sheets will be explained.
First, with reference to FIG. 8, the notification function (confirmation function) of the difference in the number of sheets will be explained.
As mentioned above, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, when the second limiter is enabled, the difference number counter (the number of medals paid out - the number of medals inserted) during one advantageous period The second limiter is activated when the number of sheets exceeds the second limit value (“+2400 sheets” as a specific number).

Therefore, if the difference number counter is a small value such as a negative value and the state shifts to the AT state (or pseudo-bonus state), then the difference number counter is a large value such as a positive value and the transition is made to the AT state. However, after that, the number of medals that the player can actually acquire increases until the second limit value is reached.

For example, if you enter the AT state (or pseudo-bonus state) with the differential number of sheets counter set to "+1000 sheets," then 1400 sheets (2400 sheets - 1000 sheets) will be left until the second limiter is activated. However, if you enter the AT state with the differential number counter set to "-2000 medals", you will be able to obtain 4400 medals (2400 + 2000 medals) before the second limiter activates. ) medals can be obtained.
In other words, the larger the difference between the differential medal counter and the second limit value (specific number) during the advantageous section at the time of transition to the AT state, the greater the number of medals that the player can acquire before the second limiter is activated. It is.

In this way, when the second limiter is enabled, the value of the difference number counter will greatly influence the profit balance between the player and the gaming parlor.
The slot machine 1 of the first embodiment has a function that allows checking the value of the difference number counter, which is very important in business.

FIG. 8 shows a difference number display process executed in the main controller 10 to notify (confirm) the difference number of sheets (value of the difference number counter).

First, when the difference number display process is started, it is determined in step S40 whether or not the setting key is on.
This is because when the setting key is inserted into the key insertion slot of the probability setting device 14 and rotated in a predetermined direction after the slot machine 1 is powered on, a setting key switch (not shown) is turned on. If the setting key is turned on, the process moves to step S41, and if the setting key is not turned on, the difference number display process ends.

Next, in step S41, a difference number display instruction process is performed.
The difference number display instruction process is a process for displaying the difference number (value of the difference number counter) on the sub-control device 20, and displays information that can identify the value of the difference number counter at that time and the difference number. Information etc. instructing the sub-control device 20 is transmitted.
Thereafter, the main difference number display process is ended.

As described above, when the setting key is inserted into the key insertion slot of the probability setting device 14 and rotated in a predetermined direction by the operation of the game parlor after the power is turned on to the slot machine 1, the main control device 10 operates at that point in time. The information for displaying the difference number of sheets (value of the difference number counter) is transmitted to the sub-control device 20.
As will be described in detail later, the sub-control device 20 performs control to display the current difference number of sheets (value of the difference number counter) on the main display 8 based on the received information.

Although not shown, when the setting key is inserted into the key insertion slot of the probability setting device 14 and rotated in a predetermined direction by the operation of the gaming parlor after the slot machine 1 is powered on, the setting value at that point is set. Processing for displaying the setting confirmation display on the setting confirmation display is also performed.
Therefore, when the above-mentioned operation using the setting key is performed, the difference number of sheets is displayed on the main display 8 and the setting value is displayed on the setting confirmation display at the same time.

In the first embodiment, the difference number of coins is displayed by a predetermined operation based on inserting a setting key into the key insertion slot of the probability setting device 14; The difference number may be displayed by operating other operating means provided in the slot machine 1, as long as the difference number can be displayed by a possible operation).

Next, with reference to FIG. 9, the notification of the difference number of coins (value of the difference number counter) on the main display 8 in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment will be explained.

As mentioned above, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the second limiter is activated according to the difference number of coins (difference number counter), so the main controller 10 is not reset at the gaming parlor side. If you start business in this state, the difference in the number of sheets at that point will affect the business content.

Further, on the game parlor side, the difference number counter can be initialized by resetting the main control device 10 (or changing the setting value of the probability setting device 14).
Therefore, for example, when a game parlor opens, if a function is provided that can notify the value of the difference number counter at that time, it is possible to determine whether or not to initialize the value of the difference number counter for the game parlor. This makes it possible to provide important information.

FIG. 9 is based on the information instructing the display of the difference number of sheets and the information of the difference number counter being transmitted from the main control device 10 through the difference number display process (see FIG. 8) in the main control device 10 described above. A difference number confirmation image displayed on the main display 8 when a difference number display process for notifying (displaying) the difference number is performed in the sub-control device 20 is shown.
That is, the figure shows an image for checking the difference in the number of coins when the setting key is inserted into the key insertion slot of the probability setting device 14 and rotated in a predetermined direction by the operation of the gaming parlor after the slot machine 1 is powered on. There is.

The main controller 10 has a function of storing (backing up) the information of the difference number counter, and when the difference number display processing is performed after the power is turned on, the stored difference number counter is The difference number confirmation image is displayed based on the information.
Therefore, when the game parlor opens when the main controller 10 has not been reset, a difference number confirmation image will be displayed based on the information of the difference number counter stored and held at the time of closing the previous day.

First, FIG. 9(a) shows a difference number confirmation image on the main display 8 when the difference number counter is, for example, "-3500 sheets."
As shown in FIG. 9(a), when the difference number confirmation image is displayed on the main display 8, the difference number image 30a ("Difference number - 3500 sheets ”) and an obtainable medal number image 30b (“+5900 medals left until second limiter”) indicating the number of medals that can be obtained before the second limiter is activated are displayed side by side in the vertical direction.

In other words, the value of the difference number counter at that time is "-3500 sheets" and the number of possible increases in the difference number counter until the second limiter is activated (the value of the difference number counter at that time and the second limit value). It is displayed that the difference information (up to 1) is "5900 sheets" (2400 sheets + 3500 sheets).
Although not shown, other images are also displayed on the main display 8 (for example, an image notifying that the game is in a normal gaming state, etc.), but the difference number confirmation image is larger than those images. Displayed with high priority.

Next, FIG. 9(b) shows a difference number confirmation image on the main display 8 when the difference number counter is, for example, "+900 sheets."
As shown in FIG. 9B, when the difference number confirmation image is displayed on the main display 8, the difference number image 30a ("Difference number + 900 sheets") showing the value of the difference number counter at that time is displayed in the upper right of the screen. ) and a specific obtainable medal number image 30c (“+1500 medals left until second limiter”) indicating the number of medals that can be obtained before the second limiter is activated are displayed side by side in the vertical direction.

In the first embodiment, when the number of medals that can be acquired before the second limiter is activated is less than a predetermined number (for example, "2000 medals"), the specific number of medals that can be acquired is Control is performed to switch to the image 30c.
Therefore, the specific obtainable number image 30c is displayed in a display manner that allows the player to recognize that it is different from the obtainable number image 30b. done and displayed.

This means that if the number of medals that can be acquired before the second limiter is activated is less than the predetermined number, and the AT state occurs immediately thereafter, the second limiter will be activated even if a relatively small number of medals are acquired. This is to emphasize that this is the case, as there is a possibility that it may be lost.

Then, when the setting key inserted into the key insertion slot of the probability setting device 14 is rotated in the direction to return to its original position, the difference number display process is completed and the difference number confirmation image on the main display 8 is erased. The Rukoto.

As described above, the sub-control device 20 displays the difference number confirmation image including the difference number image 30a on the main display 8 based on the information received from the main controller 10 that allows identification of the difference number counter. .
That is, the sub-control device 20 as a notification control means controls to notify the difference number information (value of the difference number counter) counted by the difference number information counting means (main control device 10) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition. It makes it executable.

Therefore, the game parlor can obtain important information when deciding whether or not to reset the difference number counter, and can handle the difference number counter appropriately in accordance with the business policy of the game parlor. It becomes possible.
For example, if the differential number of medals counter is an extremely small value, if the business continues as it is, an extremely large number of medals will be paid out before the second limiter is activated, resulting in an extremely disadvantageous situation for the gaming parlor. Therefore, in such a case, it is possible to reset the difference number counter.

Further, the sub-control device 20 displays the difference number confirmation image based on the fact that the setting key is inserted into the key insertion slot of the probability setting device 14 and rotated in a predetermined direction.
That is, the sub-control device 20 serving as a notification control device generates difference number information based on a predetermined operation performed using a setting key on a setting device (probability setting device 14) that can set a player's advantage. This makes it possible to execute control for notifying (the value of the difference number counter).
Therefore, the value of the difference number counter is kept secret and can be confirmed only by the gaming parlor, making it possible to prevent fraudulent activities.

Further, the sub-control device 20 displays the obtainable number image 30b, which is the difference information between the value of the difference number counter at that time and the second limit value.
That is, the sub-control device 20 serving as the notification control means calculates the difference number information (value of the difference number counter) counted by the difference number information counting means (main control device 10) and the specific number (second limit value). This makes it possible to execute control to notify the difference information.
Therefore, it becomes possible to easily grasp the number of medals that can be obtained until the second limiter is activated, and it becomes possible to provide more useful information to the gaming parlor.

Furthermore, in the difference number confirmation image, if the number of medals that can be acquired before the second limiter is activated is less than a predetermined number (for example, "2000 medals"), the specific acquisition number is displayed from the obtainable number image 30b. Since the image is switched to the possible number of coins image 30c, it becomes possible for the gaming parlor to immediately determine that the number of obtainable coins is small, and furthermore, it becomes possible to provide useful information to the gaming parlor.

Although the difference number confirmation image is displayed on the main display 8, it may be displayed on the sub-display 17.
Further, the predetermined number when switching from the obtainable number image 30b to the specific obtainable number image 30c may be other than the above.
As described above, the difference in the number of coins is notified in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment.

[Production using the difference in number of sheets]
Next, with reference to FIG. 10, a presentation using the difference in the number of coins in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment will be described.

As mentioned above, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the second limiter operates according to the difference number of coins (difference number counter), so the smaller the difference number, the more the player By the time the second limiter is activated, expectations for acquiring a large number of medals will be high.
Therefore, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the player's expectations are changed by changing the performance mode in the pseudo bonus state according to the difference number of coins (difference number counter) as follows. I have to.

In the sub-control device 20, based on the control information received from the main control device 10, during the pseudo-bonus state, the main display 8 executes the performance during the pseudo-bonus state.

The effect during the pseudo-bonus state is executed by displaying a predetermined effect image on the main display 8, and the fact that the pseudo-bonus state is in effect is notified and the interest during the pseudo-bonus state is increased. That will happen.
For example, an introduction image of characters appearing, various action images, etc. are displayed, and a performance with enhanced performance is performed.
Note that during the pseudo-bonus state, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9, and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined manner.

FIG. 10 shows an effect image during a pseudo-bonus state displayed on the main display 8 under the control of the sub-control device 20.

First, FIG. 10(a) shows a basic image in the performance image during the pseudo-bonus state.
As shown in FIG. 10(a), when the gaming state shifts to the pseudo-bonus state, a pseudo-bonus state image 31a is displayed on the main part of the screen of the main display 8, indicating that the game is in the pseudo-bonus state.
Although the illustration is simplified, the pseudo-bonus state image 31a is displayed as a moving image consisting of, for example, a predetermined character image or a background image of a daytime grassland.

In addition, at the top right of the screen of the main display 8, a remaining medal number image 32 ("100 remaining") that includes numerical information indicating the number of remaining medals in the pseudo bonus state is displayed, and at the top left of the screen of the main display 8. Although the details will be described later, a pending image 33 used during the challenge game is displayed.
Note that the number of remaining medals image 32 displays "100 remaining medals" at the start of the pseudo-bonus state, and the numerical information of the number of remaining medals image 32 is subtracted based on the acquisition (net increase) of medals by the player. When the numerical value disappears, the pseudo-bonus state ends. Therefore, the remaining medal number image 32 indicates the duration of the pseudo bonus state.

Next, FIG. 10(b) shows a special image among the performance images during the pseudo bonus state.
In the sub-control device 20, when the value of the difference number counter at the time of transition to the pseudo-bonus state is less than or equal to a predetermined number (for example, "-2000 coins"), a predetermined probability (for example, 10%) that the difference is made during the pseudo-bonus state. The performance image is changed to a special image.
The sub-control device 20 extracts a predetermined random number to change the effect image in the pseudo-bonus state to a special image when transitioning to the pseudo-bonus state when the value of the difference number counter is less than or equal to a predetermined number. We are trying to hold a lottery to decide whether or not to accept the offer.

As shown in FIG. 10(b), when the gaming state shifts to the pseudo-bonus state in a state where the value of the difference number counter is equal to or less than a predetermined number, the main display 8 screen A pseudo-bonus state special image 31b is displayed as a special image in the main part.
The pseudo-bonus state special image 31b is different from the pseudo-bonus state image 31a by, for example, changing the background image from a daytime grassland to an evening grassland.
Further, on the main display 8, a pending image 33 and a remaining medal number image 32 are displayed, similarly to the case where the basic image is displayed.

Therefore, normally, the basic image shown in FIG. 10(a) is displayed as the effect image during the pseudo-bonus state, but the value of the difference number counter at the time of transition to the pseudo-bonus state is a predetermined number (for example, "-2000 pieces"). ) or less, the image will be changed to the special image shown in FIG. 10(b) with a predetermined probability.

As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, when transitioning to the pseudo-bonus state, the sub-control device 20 controls the effect image during the pseudo-bonus state based on the control information from the main control device 10. By displaying it on the main display 8, an effect during the pseudo-bonus state is executed.

Then, the sub-control device 20 changes the performance image in the pseudo-bonus state to a special image with a predetermined probability when the value of the difference number counter at the time of transition to the pseudo-bonus state is a predetermined number or less. It indicates the value of the sheet number counter.
Therefore, since the value of the differential number counter at that time is suggested in accordance with the performance image during the pseudo-bonus state, it is possible to change the player's expectations.
Furthermore, when a special image is displayed, it is possible to improve the player's sense of expectation.

Further, although details will be described later, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, a limiter mode is defined as a first limiter mode in which a limiter (first limiter) is activated based on a net increase number counter, and a difference number counter. It is possible to select either the second limiter mode in which the limiter (second limiter) is activated based on the player's operation, but this selection operation must be performed at the start of the AT state. , the suggestion of the value of the difference number counter will be made during the pseudo-bonus state before transitioning to the AT state.
That is, the sub-control device 20 is equipped with difference number information suggesting means that can suggest the difference number information at that time before the player operates the selection means for selecting the limiter mode.
Therefore, by suggesting the value of the difference number counter during the pseudo-bonus state, it is possible to provide the player with important reference information when selecting the limiter mode.

Note that the special image may be any image as long as the player can recognize that it is different from the basic image, and may also be displayed on the sub-display 17 instead of the main display 8.
Further, in the selection control between the basic image and the special image, each image may be selected by selection control other than the one described above, as long as the value of the difference number counter at that time is indicated.
Furthermore, in the same way as the difference number counter, the net increase number counter may be suggested by referring to the value of the net increase number counter at the time of transition to the pseudo bonus state. Images that suggest both values at the same time may be provided as options.

In addition, the predetermined condition for switching from the basic image to the special image is a predetermined probability when the value of the difference number counter at the time of transition to the pseudo-bonus state is less than or equal to the predetermined number, but the predetermined condition may also be other than the above. Any information indicating the value of the sheet number counter may be used.
In addition, by changing the performance image during the pseudo-bonus state, the difference in the number of sheets is suggested, but by changing the starting image and ending image of the pseudo-bonus state, the difference in the number of sheets is suggested. It's okay.
Further, as in the pseudo-bonus state, the difference number of sheets may be suggested by changing various effect images during the CZ state and the AT state.
As described above, an effect is performed using the difference in the number of coins in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment.

[Limiter mode]
Next, the limiter mode in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment will be explained with reference to FIGS. 11 to 14.
As mentioned above, the limiter mode is a mode for determining which of the first limiter and the second limiter is to be enabled (activated), and in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the net increase in the number of coins is A first limiter mode in which the limiter (first limiter) operates based on the counter and a second limiter mode in which the limiter (second limiter) operates based on the difference number counter is provided. Based on the operation, one of the limiter modes can be selected.

Specifically, the main control device 10 executes a pseudo game in the first game when transitioning to the AT state, and depending on the operation mode of the stop button 5 during this pseudo game, I am trying to decide the limiter mode.
That is, the main control device 10 is capable of accepting inputs from the stop buttons 5 during the pseudo game, and determines one of the limiter modes according to the input mode of the stop buttons 5.
Therefore, when transitioning to the AT state, the limiter mode is determined before the actual game (the real game, not the pseudo game) in the AT state starts, and the subsequent AT state is determined by the determined limiter mode. It will be controlled.

In addition, the sub-control device 20 displays various effect images related to limiter mode selection on the main display 8 during the first game in the AT state based on the control information from the main control device 10, thereby eliminating any problems. This allows the player to select the limiter mode he or she desires.

FIG. 11 shows an effect image on the main display 8 when the player selects the limiter mode upon transition to the AT state.
First, FIG. 11(a) shows the effect on the main display 8 at the end of the game when the next game will be transferred to the AT state immediately before the transition to the AT state, that is, during the normal gaming state or the pseudo-bonus state. The image is shown.

As shown in FIG. 11(a), at the end of the game immediately before transitioning to the AT state, the words "Congratulations AT state confirmed" are displayed on the main part of the screen of the main display 8 to notify the transition to the AT state. An AT status notification image 34 consisting of information is displayed.
Note that at the end of the game immediately before transition to the AT state, an image suggesting the value of the difference number counter at that time may be displayed together with the AT state notification image 34.

Next, FIG. 11(b) shows an effect image on the main display 8 during the first game execution after transitioning to the AT state.
In the first game transitioned to the AT state, a pseudo game is executed at the beginning of the game, similar to the first game in the pseudo bonus state.
In the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the main control device 10 is capable of executing an operation pseudo-game as a pseudo-game in the first game transitioned to the AT state.

The operation pseudo game is an effect game in which the reels 4 are rotated based on the operation of the start lever 3, the stop button 5 is enabled, and the rotating reels 4 are pseudo-stopped by the operation of the stop button 5.
Therefore, the operation pseudo game is different from the pseudo game (notification pseudo game) executed in the first game in the pseudo bonus state, and is a pseudo game in which the rotating reels 4 are stopped by the player's operation.
In addition, the stop mode (symbol combination) in which the pseudo stop is made during the operation pseudo game is unrelated to the random number for the combination lottery extracted when the start lever 3 is operated.

As shown in FIG. 11(b), when the operation pseudo game is executed at the beginning of the first game that has entered the AT state, a limiter mode selection effect is executed on the main display 8.
When the limiter mode selection effect is executed, a first limiter mode selection image 35a consisting of text information of "first limiter mode" indicating that the first limiter mode is selected is displayed on the left side of the screen of the main display 8. , At the bottom of the first limiter mode selection image 35a, text information of "push in order" instructing to press in order ("5a → 5b → 5c") in the operation pseudo game and an arrow image indicating the direction in which to press in order are displayed. A sequential press image 35b is displayed.

On the other hand, on the right side of the screen of the main display 8, a second limiter mode selection image 36a consisting of text information of "second limiter mode" indicating that the second limiter mode is selected, and a second limiter mode selection image 36a. At the bottom, a reverse push image 36b consisting of text information of "reverse push" instructing to perform a reverse push ("5c → 5b → 5a") in the operation pseudo game and an arrow image indicating the reverse push direction is displayed. Ru.
In addition, at the lower part of the screen of the main display 8, there is a message indicating that the limiter mode will be selected depending on the stopping order (stopping direction) of the reels 4 in the operation pseudo game: ``Stop the reels and select the limiter mode.'' ” is displayed.

That is, in the operation pseudo game, if the reels 4 are pseudo-stopped by operating the stop button 5 by pressing sequentially, the first limiter mode is selected, and if the reels 4 are pseudo-stopped by operating the stop button 5 by pressing the reverse button, the first limiter mode is selected. It is notified that the 2 limiter mode is selected.
In the operation pseudo game, when the main control device 10 first receives the input signal from the left reel 4a, it determines the first limiter mode as the limiter mode selection result, and first receives the input signal from the right reel 4c. If received, the second limiter mode is determined as the limiter mode selection result.

In the operation pseudo game, when the stop button 5 is operated by sequential pressing and the reels 4 are pseudo-stopped, as shown in FIG. 11(c), a first A first limiter mode confirmation image 38a consisting of text information of "first limiter mode confirmed" will be displayed to notify that the limiter mode has been selected.
In addition, the pseudo-stop mode on the reels 4 in the operation pseudo game may be in any manner, but for example, when the stop button 5 is operated by sequential pressing, the symbol combination of "BAR・BAR・BAR" is pseudo-stopped, When the stop button 5 is operated by reverse pressing, the symbol combination "7, 7, 7" may be pseudo-stopped. In this case, it is preferable to ignore the pull-in control of the reels 4 at the time of a pseudo-stop and forcibly bring the corresponding symbol to a pseudo-stop.

When all the reels 4 are pseudo-stopped in the operation pseudo game, the operation of the start lever 3 becomes valid again, and when the start lever 3 is operated, the operation pseudo game ends and the reels 4 start rotating again. Then, the first game (main game) in the AT state is started.

When the first game (main game) in the AT state is started, as shown in FIG. A first AT status image 39a is displayed to notify you of this.
Note that the first AT state image 39a may be any image that notifies that the first AT state is in progress, but may also be, for example, a moving image in which a predetermined character appears and notifies that the first AT state is in progress.

In addition, an AT remaining medal number image 40a ("300 remaining") indicating the number of remaining medals during the AT state is displayed at the top left of the screen, and an image 40a ("300 remaining") indicating the number of medals remaining during the AT state is displayed, and at the top right of the screen, the number of medals the player actually receives during the pseudo bonus state and the AT state is displayed. An acquired medal number image 40b (“acquired 100 medals”) indicating the number of acquired medals (net increase in number) is displayed.
In addition, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, when the first limiter mode is selected, "300" is the remaining number of medals (minimum number that can be obtained) given at the initial stage of the AT state. If this is set and the second limiter mode is selected, "100 medals" will be set as the remaining number of medals (minimum obtainable number) to be awarded at the initial stage of the AT state.

Therefore, when the first limiter mode is selected, "300 medals remaining" is displayed as the AT remaining medal number image 40a at the start of the AT state, as shown in the figure.
Then, based on the medal acquisition (net increase) by the player, the numerical information of the AT remaining medal number image 40a is subtracted, and when this numerical value disappears, the AT state ends. Therefore, the AT remaining medal number image 40a indicates the duration of the AT state.

In this way, the main controller 10 sets "300" as the remaining number of medals to be awarded at the initial stage of the AT state when the first limiter mode is selected, and when the second limiter mode is selected. , "100" is set as the remaining number of medals to be awarded at the initial stage of the AT state.
As mentioned above, when the first limiter mode is selected, the operation of the first limiter is monitored by the net increase number counter, and when the second limiter mode is selected, the operation of the second limiter is monitored by the difference number counter. Since the operation will be monitored, if the second limiter mode is selected, there is a higher possibility of acquiring more medals before the limiter is activated.

However, when the first limiter mode is selected, the initial number of remaining medals is greater than when the second limiter mode is selected.
Therefore, when the first limiter mode is selected, it is possible to obtain a more stable number of medals than when the second limiter mode is selected. This means that there is a possibility of acquiring more medals than if the limiter mode was selected.

Note that even if the operation pseudo game is executed, there is a possibility that the player does not immediately stop the reels 4, but in this case, a predetermined period of time (for example, 3 minutes) has elapsed since the start of the operation pseudo game. In this case, the reels 4 may be automatically stopped in a pseudo-stop, and a predetermined limiter mode (for example, the first limiter mode) may be forcibly selected.

On the other hand, in the operation pseudo game, when the stop button 5 is operated by reverse pressing and the reels 4 are pseudo-stopped, as shown in FIG. 11(e), a second A second limiter mode confirmation image 38b consisting of text information "Second limiter mode confirmed" will be displayed to notify that the limiter mode has been selected.

When all the reels 4 are pseudo-stopped in the operation pseudo game, the operation of the start lever 3 becomes valid again, and when the start lever 3 is operated, the operation pseudo game ends and the reels 4 start rotating again. Then, the first game (main game) in the AT state is started.

When the first game (main game) in the AT state is started, as shown in FIG. A second AT status image 39b is displayed to notify you of this.
Note that the second AT state image 39b may be any image that notifies that the second AT state is in the second AT state, which is different from the first AT state; It can also be a video.

Further, as in the first AT state, an AT remaining medal number image 40a and an acquired medal number image 40b ("100 acquired") are displayed at the upper left and upper right of the screen.
Note that when the second limiter mode is selected, "100" is set as the remaining number of medals given at the initial stage of the AT state, so as shown in the figure, the AT remaining medal number image 40a is At the start of the state, "100 sheets remaining" will be displayed.

As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the main controller 10 operates in the first limiter mode in which the limiter (first limiter) operates based on the net increase number counter and the difference number counter. It is possible to monitor and control the limiter in either the second limiter mode in which the limiter (second limiter) is activated based on the operation simulation game, and the first It is possible to select whether to enable the limiter mode or to enable the second limiter mode.

That is, the main controller 10 actively activates either the first advantageous section end control means that can end the advantageous section based on the net increase number counter or the second advantageous section end control means that can end the advantageous section based on the difference number counter. The game is equipped with a selection means that allows the player to select whether to change the game based on the player's operation.
Therefore, it becomes possible to select the limiter mode according to the player's preference, and it becomes possible to realize game content that will satisfy a large number of players.

Additionally, if you select the first limiter mode, "300" is set as the number of remaining medals to be awarded at the initial stage, and if you select the second limiter mode, the number of remaining medals to be awarded at the initial stage is set to "300". "100 sheets" will be set.
That is, the main control device 10 as the special game state control means controls the game provided to the player during the special game state (pseudo bonus state, AT state) according to the selection result of the selection means (main control device 10). A minimum number changing means that can change the minimum number of values (medals) is provided.

Therefore, the minimum gaming value given to the player during the special gaming state changes depending on the player's selection, making it possible to improve the interest of the game.
In addition, when the first limiter mode is selected, it is possible to obtain a relatively stable number of medals, so players may be dissatisfied with the small number of medals they have obtained even though a special gaming state has occurred. This makes it possible to prevent this from happening.
In addition, when the second limiter mode is selected, there is a possibility of acquiring an extremely large number of medals when the second limiter is activated, which can improve the player's desire to play. It becomes.

In addition, since the limiter mode is selected in the first game in the AT state, it is possible to select the limiter mode each time the AT state occurs, and which limiter mode is selected each time the AT state occurs. This allows the player to select a limiter mode while anticipating whether it will be advantageous to the player, thereby improving the player's sense of satisfaction.

Furthermore, since the selection of the limiter mode is executed by pseudo-stopping the reels 4 in the operation pseudo-game, it is possible to select the limiter mode reliably with more interesting content.
Furthermore, since the limiter mode is selected by operating the stop button 5 in the operation pseudo game, it is possible to efficiently select the limiter mode without providing a dedicated operating means or the like.
Furthermore, since the selection of the limiter mode is executed during the operation pseudo game, it is possible to select the limiter mode without affecting the progress of the AT state, etc.

Note that during the operation pseudo game, instructions are given to either the forward press operation mode (forward press operation) or the reverse press operation mode (reverse push operation), but the operation of the left stop button 5a Alternatively, the user may be instructed to operate the right stop button 5c.

Next, with reference to the chart in FIG. 12, the additional lottery in the AT state in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment will be explained.
In the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, when a predetermined winning combination (for example, a rare winning combination) is won in a game in the AT state, an additional lottery is performed in which a predetermined number of medals is added to the remaining number of medals at that time. I try to do it.
Therefore, if the player wins the bonus lottery, the number of remaining medals increases, which increases the profit earned by the player, and the duration of the AT state is extended accordingly.

FIG. 12 shows the selection rate of the number of additional medals when the main control device 10 wins a rare combination in a game in the AT state.
The main control device 10 controls the selection of the number of additional medals by extracting a predetermined random number when a rare combination is won in the game in the AT state.

First, FIG. 12(a) shows the add-on probability (selection rate of the number of add-on medals) during the AT state in which the first limiter mode is enabled.
As shown in Fig. 12(a), when winning a weak rare role (weak cherry role, weak watermelon role) in a game during the AT state, there is a 50% probability that the number of additional medals will be "0" (additional There is a selection control such that ``None'' is selected, ``10 pieces'' is selected with a 30% probability, ``20 pieces'' is selected with a 20% probability, and ``50 pieces'' is selected with a 0% probability. It will be done.
Also, if you win a strong rare role (chance role, strong cherry role, strong watermelon role) in a game that is in the AT state, "0" (no additional medals) will be selected as the number of additional medals with a 0% probability. , selection control is performed such that "10 sheets" is selected with a 50% probability, "20 sheets" is selected with a 45% probability, and "50 sheets" is selected with a 5% probability.

Next, FIG. 12(b) shows the add-on probability (selection rate of the number of add-on medals) during the AT state in which the second limiter mode is enabled.
As shown in FIG. 12(b), when winning a weak rare role (weak cherry role, weak watermelon role) in a game during the AT state, there is a 30% probability that the number of additional medals will be "0" (additional ) is selected, ``10 pieces'' is selected with a 45% probability, ``20 pieces'' is selected with a 30% probability, and ``50 pieces'' is selected with a 5% probability. It will be done.
Also, if you win a strong rare role (chance role, strong cherry role, strong watermelon role) in a game that is in the AT state, "0" (no additional medals) will be selected as the number of additional medals with a 0% probability. , selection control is performed such that "10 sheets" is selected with a 40% probability, "20 sheets" is selected with a 50% probability, and "50 sheets" is selected with a 10% probability.
Therefore, when the second limiter mode is enabled, the probability of winning the additional lottery itself and the number of additional medals when winning the additional lottery are lower than when the first limiter mode is activated. They will be given preferential treatment.

As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the main controller 10 controls the number of additional medals as a benefit at each of the above-mentioned probabilities when winning a rare combination in a game in the AT state. An additional lottery will be held in which the number of medals is added to the remaining number of medals.
Therefore, if a rare combination is won during the AT state, it is possible to improve the player's expectations.
Furthermore, in the case of winning a strong rare prize, the probability of winning the additional lottery and the number of additional medals are more favorable than in the case of winning a weak rare prize, thereby further improving the player's sense of expectation. becomes possible.

Further, the main control device 10 changes the probability of winning the additional lottery depending on the selection result of the limiter mode.
That is, the main control device 10 as the special game state control means controls the benefits (additional number of medals) to be given during the special game state (AT state) according to the selection result of the selection means (main control device 10). It is equipped with a benefit granting probability changing means that can change the granting probability.
Therefore, depending on the selection result of the limiter mode, the game content related to the awarding of benefits during the AT state changes in various ways, making it possible to improve the interest of the game.

In addition, when the second limiter mode is enabled, the main controller 10 increases the probability of winning the additional lottery itself and the probability of winning the additional lottery than when the first limiter mode is activated. An additional lottery is held in which the number of additional medals is given preferential treatment.
Therefore, if you select the first limiter mode, the number of remaining medals awarded at the beginning will increase, but you will be at a disadvantage in the additional lottery, and if you select the second limiter mode, the number of remaining medals awarded at the initial It is possible to realize a game content that changes the expectations of the players, such as reducing the number of medals but giving an advantage in the additional lottery, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.
In addition, if you select the second limiter mode, there is a high possibility that the AT state will end early, but depending on the lottery pattern of the winning combination during the AT state, the possibility that the second limiter will operate increases. Furthermore, when the second limiter is activated, there is a high possibility that more medals will be won than when the first limiter is activated, so it is possible to improve the player's desire to play.

Furthermore, if the probability of winning each additional lottery and the number of additional medals are more advantageous for the player when the second limiter mode is selected than when the first limiter mode is selected, then the above-mentioned conditions apply. Anything other than that is fine.
Moreover, the target combination for the additional lottery may be other than the rare combination.
The probability of transition to the additional specialization zone may be made higher when the second limiter mode is selected than when the first limiter mode is selected.

Next, with reference to the chart in FIG. 13, the destination of the game section after the AT state ends will be explained.
FIG. 13 shows the destination of the game section after the end of the AT state, which is realized under the control of the main control device 10.

As mentioned above, when the AT state is entered during the advantageous period, the net increase number counter and the difference number counter will be incremented due to the payout of medals during the AT state, but in the first embodiment, the AT state Depending on the values of the net increase number counter and the difference number counter at the end of the game, it is determined whether the game section should continue as an advantageous section or whether the advantageous section should be ended and shifted to the normal section.

As shown in FIG. 13, in the main controller 10, if the value of the net increase number counter at the end of the AT state is "less than +1000", the advantageous section is continued as it is, and the net increase at the end of the AT state is When the value of the number of sheets counter is "+1000 or more", the advantageous section is ended and a transition is made to the normal section.

Additionally, if the value of the difference number counter at the end of the AT state is "less than +1500", the advantageous section is continued as is, and the value of the difference number counter at the end of the AT state is "more than +1500". In such a case, the advantageous section is ended and the transition is made to the normal section.
The main control device 10 is configured to initialize the values of the net increase number counter and the difference number counter when the gaming section shifts to the normal section.
That is, the main controller 10 sets the initializable difference number based on the fact that the difference number information (the value of the difference number counter) exceeds a predetermined number at the end of the special gaming state (AT state). It is equipped with information initialization means.

Therefore, the game period will change depending on the values of the net increase number counter and difference number counter at the end of the AT state, and if the net increase number counter and difference number counter are relatively small values, it will be advantageous. The interval continues as it is and the values of the net increase number counter and the difference number counter are held, but if the net increase number counter and the difference number counter are relatively large values, the advantageous interval ends. By shifting to the normal section, the values of the net increase number counter and the difference number counter are initialized.

This is a control to ensure that the number of medals that the player can actually acquire is equal to or greater than a certain number when the AT state is transitioned. However, during the AT state, it is possible to secure a certain number of medals that can be acquired before the limiter function is activated.

In other words, if the player has acquired a large number of medals during the AT state and the values of the net increase number counter and the difference number counter at the end of the AT state are greater than or equal to the above respective thresholds, then the next medal will be played immediately thereafter. If the AT state occurs, there is a possibility that the limiter will be activated before the next player acquires many medals, and it is possible to prevent such a situation.

Note that the threshold value for changing the game section may be any value other than the above, as long as the player can secure a certain number of medals before the limiter function is activated during the AT state.

Next, forced selection of the limiter mode will be explained with reference to the chart of FIG.
FIG. 14 shows a manner in which the limiter mode is forcibly selected based on the values of the net increase number counter and the difference number counter, which is realized under the control of the main controller 10.
As mentioned above, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the limiter mode can be selected by the player's operation, but the player's selection of the limiter mode depends on the values of the net increase number counter and the difference number counter. In addition, a predetermined limiter mode is forcibly determined (selected).

FIG. 14 shows the ranges of the net increase number counter and the difference number counter that are forcibly determined (selected) to a predetermined limiter mode upon transition to the AT state.
As shown in FIG. 14, when the value of the net increase number counter is "0 to +500" and the value of the difference number counter is "less than 0", it is "player selection", that is, the limiter mode by the player. If the value of the net increase number counter is "0 to +500" and the value of the difference number counter is "0 to +1000", the "first limiter mode is forced", that is, the player If the limiter mode selection is disabled and the first limiter mode is forcibly determined, and the value of the net increase number counter is "0 to +500" and the value of the difference number counter is "+1001 to +1499", , "first limiter mode forced" is determined.

In addition, if the value of the net increase number counter is "+501 to +999" and the value of the difference number counter is "less than 0", "second limiter mode is forced", that is, the player is not allowed to select the limiter mode. If the value of the net increase number counter is "+501 to +999" and the value of the difference number counter is "0 to +1000", the second limiter mode is forcibly determined as impossible. If the value of the net increase number counter is "+501 to +999" and the value of the difference number counter is "+1001 to +1499", "first limiter mode forced" is determined. .
In addition, if the value of the net increase number counter is "+1000 or more" and the value of the difference number counter is "+1500 or more," as shown in FIG. Since each counter is initialized), the corresponding range is excluded from the chart.

As described above, the main controller 10 allows the player to select the limiter mode, forcibly determine (select) the first limiter mode, or select the first limiter mode, depending on the values of the net increase number counter and the difference number counter at the time of transition to the AT state. 2 limiter mode is forcibly determined (selected).
That is, the main controller 10 calculates the increase in the gaming value (medals) given to the player (net increase number counter) and the difference number information (difference number counter) counted by the difference information counting means (main controller 10). value), forcibly activate either the first advantageous section end control means for activating the first limiter or the second advantageous section end control means for activating the second limiter. It is equipped with a forced activation means that can perform the following actions.

Therefore, if the number of medals that can be earned by the time any limiter is activated is low, the player will not be able to select a limiter mode that would put him or her at a disadvantage. This makes it possible to prevent players from feeling dissatisfied.
For example, if the player moves to the next AT state immediately after the end of the AT state and the value of the net increase number counter is "+600" and the value of the difference number counter is "-1000", the player If the mode is selected, the number of medals that can be earned before the first limiter is activated will be extremely small, but in such a case, the second limiter mode will be forcibly selected. This makes it possible to prevent players from feeling dissatisfied.

Although the ranges of the net increase number counter and the difference number counter are compared, the value of the net increase number counter and the value of the difference number counter are directly compared and the limiter mode corresponding to the smaller counter is forcibly determined. You can do it like this.
In addition, if any limiter mode is forcibly determined, the aforementioned limiter mode selection effect (see FIG. 11(b)) is not executed, and any limiter mode confirmation notification (see FIG. 11(b)) is not executed. (c) or (e)) is preferably performed.
As described above, each process related to the limiter mode in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment is performed.

[Ending performance]
Next, with reference to FIG. 15, the ending effect in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment will be explained.
In the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, various effects are executed on the main display 8 according to each gaming state under the control of the sub-control device 20 based on the reception of control information from the main control device 10. I have to.
For example, during the AT state, the main display 8 is configured to perform an effect during the AT state.

The performance during the AT state is executed by displaying a predetermined performance image on the main display 8, which notifies you that the AT state is in progress and enhances the interest during the AT state. .
For example, a performance image (video) in which a character appears and runs through a predetermined location (such as a city) will be displayed.
In addition, along with the display of the effect image, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9, and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined manner, thereby executing the effect during the AT state.

Additionally, if the first limiter or second limiter is activated during the AT state, the maximum number of medals that the player can acquire will be awarded according to the limiter mode selected at that time. When each limiter is activated, an ending effect that congratulates the activation of the limiter is executed on the main display 8.
In the main controller 10, when it is determined in advance that each limiter will operate during the AT state, the period from that point until the limiter operates is set as an ending period, and the sub controller 20 Now, when this ending period is reached, an ending effect is executed on the main display 8, and the effect image during the AT state changes from the effect image during the normal AT state to the effect image corresponding to the ending period. It will be switched to.

For example, when the value of the net increase number counter or difference number counter calculated from the number of remaining medals in the AT state reaches the first limit value or the second limit value, the limiter in the limiter mode at that time It is determined in advance that the limiter will be activated, and the ending period is set from that point until the limiter is activated, and the ending effect is executed.
In other words, if the number of remaining medals during the AT state increases due to an additional lottery, etc., and the sum of the number of medals already acquired and the number of remaining medals reaches any limit value, then any Although it is certain that the limiter will operate, the ending period is set before the corresponding limiter operates in such a case.

Note that the ending period may be any period as long as it is a predetermined period before the first or second limiter operates. For example, on the condition that it is determined in advance that the first limiter operates, the net increase number counter is It may be set from a predetermined period before reaching the second limit value (for example, when the net increase number counter reaches +1400), or it may be set from a predetermined number of games before the second limit value is reached.

Further, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the limiter mode can be changed by the player's selection, but the transition timing of the ending period during the AT state may change depending on the selected limiter mode. Become.
Therefore, when the first limiter mode is selected, the first ending period is set as the ending period, and when the second limiter mode is selected, the second ending period is set as the ending period.
Note that the same ending effect may be executed on the main display 8 during the first ending period and during the second ending period, or different ending effects may be executed.

Furthermore, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, in order to improve the player's expectations and the interest of the game, when the second limiter mode is selected, the ending period is not set during the AT state. Even at different times, the fake ending effect is executed in the same manner as the ending effect.
In other words, if the second limiter mode is selected, the player will not be aware of the number of medals that can be earned until the second limiter is activated, but the player will not be aware of the timing when such a second limiter will be activated. By performing a fake ending effect for players who have not played the game, the expectation and sense of surprise regarding the operation of the second limiter are increased.

For example, if the AT state is entered when the differential number of medals counter is "-2000 medals", the number of medals that the player can acquire before the second limiter is activated is "+4400 medals" (2000 medals + 2400 medals). However, in this case, in addition to the ending effect that is executed when the added value of the number of medals already acquired and the number of remaining medals (number of medals expected to be acquired) is "+4400 medals", the difference number counter is set to a predetermined number (e.g. Even when the number of copies reaches ``+500 pieces'', the fake ending effect is executed for a predetermined period (for example, for 30 games).
Therefore, if there are still medals remaining, even if the fake ending effect is executed, the AT state will continue after the fake ending effect ends, so by executing the fake ending effect, the AT state will continue. It becomes possible to concentrate the player's interest in whether or not the fake ending effect ends, and if the AT state continues after the end of the fake ending performance, it becomes possible to improve the player's sense of expectation.
Note that the execution timing of the fake ending effect may be any timing as long as it improves the player's sense of expectation, but it is preferable that the execution timing is determined by a lottery based on a lottery of predetermined random numbers.

FIG. 15 shows an effect image displayed under the control of the sub-control device 20, which is an effect on the main display 8 when a fake ending effect and an ending effect are executed when the second limiter mode is selected. The image is shown.
Note that FIG. 15 shows a case where the state shifts to the pseudo-bonus state when the difference number counter reaches "-2000" and then shifts to the AT state.
Therefore, with respect to the second limit value ("+2400 medals"), the number of medals (net increase) that the player can acquire before the second limiter is activated is "+4400 medals".
Further, it shows a case where it is determined in advance that the second limiter is activated and the second ending period begins when the difference number counter reaches "+4000 sheets".

First, as shown in FIG. 15(a), when the AT state is entered, as described above, the main part of the screen of the main display 8 notifies that the second AT state in which the second limiter mode is enabled is activated. A second AT state image 39b is displayed.
Further, an AT remaining medal number image 40a ("500 remaining") and an acquired medal number image 40b ("obtained 1000") are displayed at the upper left and upper right of the screen.
Since the acquired medal number image 40b notifies the number of medals acquired by the player during both the pseudo-bonus state and the AT state, the same one as during the pseudo-bonus state is displayed.

Next, FIG. 15(b) shows an effect image on the main display 8 when a fake ending effect is executed during the AT state.
In the example shown in FIG. 15, the fake ending performance is executed when the difference number counter reaches "+500 sheets".
Therefore, if the state shifts to the pseudo-bonus state when the difference number counter is "-2000", "2500 obtained" (2000+500) will be displayed in the obtained medal number image 40b.

As shown in FIG. 15(b), when the fake ending effect is executed, the main part of the screen of the main display 8 will be displayed with a blessing that the limiter function will be activated, or a preliminarily An ending image 42 is displayed to notify the user.
In other words, even if a fake ending effect is executed, the player does not recognize that the effect is a fake ending effect, so the effect image displayed during the fake ending effect is the ending effect (second ending period). The same effect image as inside is displayed.
As the ending image 42, for example, a moving image or a still image in which a predetermined character appears or a predetermined background image is displayed is displayed.
Also, during the fake ending performance, similar to the ending performance (second ending period), the speaker 9 outputs a sound effect corresponding to the ending performance, and the lamp 11 emits light in a manner corresponding to the ending performance. .

Furthermore, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, when the second limiter mode is selected, if the number of medals acquired by the player becomes greater than the number of medals acquired when the first limiter is activated. , a difference number of medals image 41 indicating the number of medals acquired in excess of the first limit value is displayed below the number of acquired medals image 40b.
For example, the number of medals acquired in excess of "2400 acquired" corresponding to the first limit value in the number of acquired medals image 40b is displayed in the difference number of medals image 41. Therefore, as shown in the figure, when the number of acquired medals image 40b becomes "2500 acquired", the difference number of medals image 41 will display "(+100)".
Further, by executing the fake ending effect, the AT remaining medal number image 40a displayed at the upper left of the screen will be erased.

Next, FIG. 15(c) shows the effect image on the main display 8 of the game after a predetermined period (for example, 30 games) has passed since the start of the fake ending effect.
That is, it shows an effect image during game execution in the final game where the fake ending effect ends.

As shown in FIG. 15(c), when the final game with the fake ending effect is executed, the battle effect image 43 is displayed on the main part of the screen of the main display 8 while the game is being executed, and the battle effect is executed. be done.
In addition, the acquired medal number image 40b and the difference medal number image 41 will also be updated according to the progress of the fake ending effect.

The battle performance is a performance that can be completed in one game, and is, for example, a performance in which an ally character and an enemy character compete against each other, and based on the result, it is announced whether or not the ending performance (fake ending performance) is to be continued.
Therefore, during the execution of the final game with the fake ending effect, the battle effect image 43 is displayed as a video of a battle between an ally character and an enemy character, and after the end of the game, an effect image in which one of the characters wins is displayed. becomes.

Since FIG. 15(c) shows the battle performance during the fake ending performance, after the final game ends, a performance image in which the ally character wins as a result of the battle performance will be displayed.
Therefore, as shown in FIG. 15(d), after the end of the game in which the battle effect has been executed, a battle victory image 44 indicating that the ally character has won is displayed on the main part of the screen of the main display 8. It is reported that the AT state continues without the limiter function operating.
That is, the fact that the ending performance being executed is a fake ending performance and that the limiter (second limiter) is not yet on the verge of activation is notified by the victory of the ally character.

In addition, even while the original ending effect (ending effect during the second ending period) is being performed, rather than the fake ending effect, battle effects will be performed randomly, and while the original ending effect is being performed, the battle effect will be After the game in which the performance has been performed is finished, a performance image in which the enemy character wins as a result of the battle performance is displayed, and then the ending performance is continued.
In other words, the ending effect being executed is being executed during the second ending period, and the victory of the enemy character will notify that the limiter (second limiter) is about to activate. be.

Then, as shown in FIG. 15(e), when the next game is executed, the second AT state image 39b that was displayed before the ending effect is displayed again, indicating that the second AT state is in progress. You will be notified.
Additionally, in addition to "(+200 medals)" between the continuously displayed acquired medal number image 40b ("acquired 2600 medals") and the difference medal number image 41, there is also an AT remaining medal number image 40a ( ``300 sheets remaining'') will be restored and displayed.

Then, as the game progresses thereafter, if the difference number of sheets (value of the difference number counter) exceeds the second limit value ("+2400 sheets"), the second limiter will be activated.
Therefore, when the second limiter mode is selected, when the number of remaining medals in the AT state reaches a value that activates the second limiter, the transition to the second ending period occurs, and as shown in FIG. 15(f). As shown, the ending image 42 is displayed again on the main display 8, and the ending effect is executed.
In addition, in FIG. 15(f), when the value of the difference number counter is "-2000 medals", the state shifts to a pseudo bonus state, and the number of medals acquired by the player (net increase number) exceeds "4400 medals". In this case, when the second limiter is activated, the second ending period starts at the point of "4000 medals" before that, so "4000 medals obtained" is displayed in the number of medals acquired image 40b. , (“+1600 medals”) will be displayed in the difference medal number image 41.

The ending effect will continue until the number of medals (net increase) acquired by the player exceeds 4,400, and when the number of medals (net increase) exceeds 4,400, the second limiter function will be activated. is activated, and the AT state (advantageous section) ends.

As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, if it is determined in advance that the limiter will operate during the AT state, the sub-control device 20 will execute the ending effect. be.
For example, when the second limiter mode is selected, if the value of the difference number counter that is scheduled to increase and is calculated based on the number of remaining medals in the AT state reaches the second limit value, at that point the second limiter mode is selected. It is determined in advance that the limiter is activated, and the period from that point until the second limiter is activated is set as the second ending period, and the ending effect is executed.

That is, the sub-control device 20 controls in advance that the advantageous section will end during a specific period (for example, the second ending period) before the end of the advantageous section by the second advantageous section end control means (main control device 10). It is equipped with an ending performance control means that can execute an ending performance that can be recognized by the player.
Therefore, by executing the ending effect, it is possible to improve the player's satisfaction with reaching the limiter, and it is also possible to improve the player's desire to play.

Further, during the AT state, a fake ending performance is performed in the same manner as the ending performance even in a period before the ending period (first ending period, second ending period) is set.
That is, the sub-control device 20 is equipped with a fake ending performance control means that can execute a fake ending performance in the same performance mode as the ending performance during a predetermined period before a specific period (for example, the second ending period). be.
Therefore, it is possible to diversify the performance modes during the AT state, improve the interest of the game, and improve the sense of anticipation and surprise regarding the operation of the second limiter.

In addition, when the second limiter mode is selected, if the number of medals acquired by the player is greater than the number of medals acquired when the first limiter is activated, the number of medals acquired by the player is greater than the first limit value. The number of medals corresponding to the number of medals is displayed as the difference number of medals image 41.
That is, when the second advantageous section end control means (main control device 10) is activated, the sub control device 20 performs a higher operation than when the first advantageous period end control means (main control device 10) is activated. The game player is provided with a game value notification means for informing the player of the game value that has been awarded in a way that the player can recognize.
Therefore, by selecting the second limiter mode, the player can recognize the benefits that could not be obtained when selecting the first limiter mode, and can improve the sense of satisfaction with the selection result. This makes it possible to improve the player's desire to play.

Note that the execution timing of the fake ending effect may be any period before the ending period is set.
Further, the fake ending performance may be performed multiple times in a period before the ending period is set.
As described above, the ending effect (fake ending effect) is executed.

[AT state transition lottery during pseudo bonus state]
Next, with reference to FIGS. 16 and 17, the transition lottery for the AT state in the pseudo bonus state will be described in detail.
As mentioned above, in a game during the pseudo-bonus state, a lottery to change to the AT state is held, and if the lottery to change to the AT state is won, the gaming state is changed to the AT state after the pseudo-bonus state ends. That will happen.

As shown in FIG. 16, the AT state transition lottery is carried out in the AT challenge state that is set between a predetermined number of games (3 times) in the final stage of the pseudo bonus state, and for each game during the AT challenge state. A lottery will be held to determine whether or not to transition to the AT state with a predetermined probability.
That is, the main control device 10 includes a bonus award lottery means that can perform a lottery to determine whether or not to award a bonus (AT state) to a player in connection with the execution of the game.
Therefore, the pseudo-bonus state is divided into a medal acquisition period in which the push order navigation is executed to facilitate the acquisition of medals, and a lottery period in which a lottery for transition to the AT state is carried out, and the remaining number of medals in the pseudo-bonus state is exhausted. In this case, the medal acquisition period ends, and thereafter the AT challenge state, which is a lottery period, will be entered.

Then, in any game in the AT challenge state, if the AT state shift lottery is won, the gaming state will shift to the AT state after the pseudo bonus state (AT challenge state) ends (arrow k ).
On the other hand, in any game during the AT challenge state, if the AT state transition lottery is not won, the gaming state will shift to the normal gaming state after the pseudo bonus state (AT challenge state) ends. (arrow j).

The probability of winning the AT state transition lottery in each game during the AT challenge state is normally set to a predetermined probability, but the probability is increased based on the result of the game during the medal acquisition period during the pseudo bonus state (probability fluctuation). ) is now possible.
The probability change for the AT state transition lottery is executed when the lottery result of the winning combination in the game during the medal acquisition period becomes, for example, a common bell winning combination.
Note that the winning probability of the common bell winning combination is set lower than that of the pressing order bell winning combination, for example, the probability of winning is 1/15.

Here, a description will be given of the stop control of the reels 4 when the common bell winning combination, which triggers the probability fluctuation, is won, which is executed by the main control device 10.
As described above, the main control device 10 controls the reels 4 to stop based on the lottery results of the winning combinations drawn during the execution of the game and the stop operation of the stop button 5.
That is, when the stop button 5 as a stop operation means is operated, the main controller 10 derives a stop mode corresponding to the lottery result by the lottery means (main controller 10) to the reel 4 as a variable display means. It is equipped with a stop control means capable of executing control to cause the engine to stop.

In the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the main controller 10 stops the reel 4 by reverse pushing operation (in the order of "4c → 4b → 4c") in a game in which the common bell winning combination is won. In this case, the reel 4 is controlled to stop so that the "Bell-Bell-Bell" symbol combination stops on the middle line, but the "BAR" symbol on the left reel 4a to be stopped last is on the middle line. Only when you perform a stop operation (a special operation that is a so-called bita push operation) at the moment of passing over the top, it is possible to stop the symbol combination (specific symbol combination) of "BAR/Bell/Bell" on the middle line. .

That is, on the left reel 4a, each "bell" symbol is basically set to exist within the pull-in range (4 frames) based on the middle line, but only one spot is outside the pull-in range. There is an interval (5 frames) such that the symbol "BAR" is placed directly above the "Bell" symbol at the bottom of the interval, and the "BAR" symbol is If you aim and perform a bita push operation (special operation), the "Bell" symbol will not be able to be retracted (retraction stop control will be impossible), and as a result, the "BAR/Bell/Bell" symbol combination will stop on the middle line. That's what happens.

It should be noted that all of the "bell" symbols on the middle reel 4b and right reel 4c are arranged in such a way that they are within the pull-in range (4 frames) based on the middle line.
Therefore, in the reverse push operation when winning the common bell combination, if only the beat push operation on the left reel 4a is successful, the specific symbol combination will stop.

In the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, when the main control device 10 wins the common bell combination in the game during the medal acquisition period, the main controller 10 displays the symbol "BAR/Bell/Bell" on the middle line as a result of the game. Based on the fact that the combination has stopped, the right to change the probability of the AT state transition lottery is granted.
Specifically, if the "BAR/Bell/Bell" symbol combination (specific symbol combination) stops once during the medal acquisition period, the third of the three games executed in the AT challenge state The probability of winning the AT state in the game varies from 10% to 30%.

Also, if a specific symbol combination stops twice during the medal acquisition period, in addition to the third game in the AT challenge state, the probability of winning the AT state in the second game will also increase from 10% to 30%. Similarly, if a specific symbol combination stops three times, in addition to the second and third games in the AT challenge state, the probability of winning the AT state in the first game will also increase from 10% to 30%. The probability is changed to %.

Furthermore, if a specific symbol combination stops four times during the medal acquisition period, the probability of winning the AT state in the third game in the AT challenge state will change from 30% to 100%, and the same will happen. If it stops 5 times, the probability of winning the AT state in the second game in the AT challenge state will also change from 30% to 100%, and if it stops 6 times, the probability of winning the AT state in the second game in the AT challenge state will change from 30% to 100%. The probability of winning the AT state in the second game is also set to vary from 30% to 100%.
Therefore, if the specific symbol combination stops a total of six times during the medal acquisition period, all games in the AT challenge state will win the AT state transition lottery with a 100% probability.

In addition, in the AT challenge state game, if the AT state transition lottery is won again in the transition lottery after winning the AT state transition lottery, it is preferable to give a predetermined benefit.
For example, at the initial stage of transition to the AT state, a privilege of adding a predetermined number of medals (for example, 50 medals) to the remaining number of medals may be provided in accordance with the number of re-elections.
Therefore, if the specific symbol combination stops a total of 7 times or more during the medal acquisition period, the above benefit will definitely be awarded.

Further, the probability variation mode of the AT state transition lottery may be other than the above as long as it becomes advantageous for the player according to the number of times the specific symbol combination stops during the medal acquisition period.
Furthermore, although winning the common bell winning combination is set as the trigger for the probability change, other winning combinations (for example, the rare combination) may be used as the trigger for the probability fluctuation.

In addition, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the main controller 10 awards a prize according to the type of symbol combination to be stopped when a common bell combination is won in a game during the medal acquisition period. The number of medals is changed.
For example, if the symbol combination "Bell-Bell-Bell" stops on the middle line as a result of the game when winning the common Bell combination, 8 medals (net increase number of medals "+5") are paid out and " When the symbol combination of "BAR/Bell/Bell" stops, one medal (the net increase number of medals is "-2") is paid out.
Therefore, the number of medals actually won by the player ( This results in a difference (a difference of 7 sheets each time) in the net increase in the number of sheets.

As mentioned above, the pseudo-bonus state (medal acquisition period) ends when the number of medals actually acquired by the player (net increase) reaches a predetermined number (for example, 100), so it is common If the symbol combination of "BAR/Bell/Bell" stops when winning the Bell role, a pseudo-bonus state (medal acquisition period) will occur each time the symbol combination stops than if the symbol combination of "Bell/Bell/Bell" stops. will be extended.
Therefore, if the specific symbol combination stops when winning the common bell combination, in addition to the probability fluctuation during the AT challenge state, the pseudo bonus state (medal acquisition period) will be extended, and due to the extension, the specific symbol combination will be stopped again. This increases the possibility that the system will stop working.

The flowchart in FIG. 17 is a process for changing the probability of the AT state transition lottery during the AT challenge state, and shows a high probability lottery right setting process executed by the main controller 10.
First, when the high probability lottery right setting process is started, in step S50, it is determined whether or not a pseudo bonus state is in progress.
If the pseudo-bonus state is in effect, the process moves to step S51, and if the pseudo-bonus state is not in the pseudo-bonus state, the winning lottery right setting process is ended.

Next, in step S51, it is determined whether the game has ended.
If the game has ended, the process moves to step S52, and if the game has not ended, the winning lottery right setting process ends.

Next, in step S52, it is determined whether the specific symbol combination has stopped.
If the common bell combination is won and the specific symbol combination (“BAR/Watermelon/Watermelon”) stops (if a one-card combination is established), the process moves to step S53, and if the specific symbol combination stops, the process does not occur. In this case (in the case that 8 medals have been paid out), the main high school lottery right setting process ends.
In addition, in step S52, it is determined whether or not the specific symbol combination has stopped, but it may be determined whether or not one medal has been paid out.

Next, in step S53, a process of setting a high probability lottery right according to the number of times the specific symbol combination is stopped is performed.
This is a process for changing the probability of the AT state transition lottery during the AT challenge state, and as mentioned above, each time a specific symbol combination stops (a one-card combination is established), This is a process of setting (memorizing) a high probability lottery right for performing an AT state transition lottery with high probability for a corresponding game.
Note that the high-probability lottery right includes information that can identify whether it is a lottery right that allows a 30% chance of winning the AT state transition lottery or a lottery right that allows a 100% chance of winning.

Therefore, for example, when a high-probability lottery right corresponding to one stop of a specific symbol combination is set (stored), the main controller 10 controls the transition lottery of the AT state in the third game during the subsequent AT challenge state. When a high-probability lottery is performed in which a winning rate of 10% to 30% is set, and a high-probability lottery right corresponding to four stops of a specific symbol combination is set, the main controller 10 selects a lottery for the third time during the AT challenge state. A lottery with a high probability of winning from 30% to 100% will be conducted for the AT state transition lottery in the game.
Thereafter, the main high school lottery right setting process is ended.

As described above, the main controller 10 sets a high-probability lottery right each time a specific symbol combination stops (establishment of a one-card combination), and when the high-probability lottery right is set, what to do during the AT challenge state. For the games that are played, the AT state transition lottery is performed with a predetermined high probability.
Therefore, when the specific symbol combination stops, a high probability lottery right is granted, making it possible to improve the player's expectations.
In addition, a high-probability lottery right will be granted each time a specific symbol combination stops, and if a specific symbol combination stops multiple times, a high-probability lottery right will be granted that will allow a transition lottery to be held with a higher probability. Since the possibility that the specific symbol combination is stopped many times is also increased, it is possible to further improve the player's sense of expectation.

In addition, if a specific symbol combination stops, as mentioned above, the medal acquisition period will be extended depending on the number of times it is established, so in addition to being granted a high probability lottery right, it will also be possible to win in subsequent games. This increases the chances of being granted a high-probability lottery right, making it possible to significantly improve the expectations of the players.
As described above, the AT state transition lottery in the pseudo bonus state is performed.

[Control and performance during pseudo-bonus state]
Next, various controls during the pseudo-bonus state and effects (effect images) on the main display 8 will be explained in detail with reference to FIGS. 18 and 19.
First, FIG. 18 shows an effect image on the main display 8 when the common bell combination is won in a game in a pseudo bonus state.
The sub-control device 20 performs control such as displaying various effect images on the main display 8 based on control information from the main control device 10.
Further, along with the display of the effect image, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9, and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined manner, thereby executing the effect during the pseudo bonus state.

As shown in FIG. 18, when the common bell combination is won in a game in a pseudo-bonus state, a specific symbol combination is displayed approximately in the center of the screen of the main display 8 during the game execution (during the rotation of the reels 4). A symbol instruction image 50a is displayed, which is an image instructing the user to perform a targeted stopping operation, and includes character information such as "Aim for 'BAR/Bell/Bell'".
Further, at the bottom of the symbol instruction image 50a, there is an operation instruction image 50b that instructs to stop the reel 4 by a reverse push operation (in the order of "4c → 4b → 4c"), and is composed of a leftward arrow image. is displayed.
Therefore, the instruction effect is executed by displaying the symbol instruction image 50a and the operation instruction image 50b, and while the reel 4 is stopped by the reverse push operation, the game is performed by performing the eye press operation aiming at "BAR/Bell/Bell". The person will be notified (instructed).

Further, a remaining medal number image 32 ("83 remaining") is displayed at the top right of the screen of the main display 8, and a pending image 33 is displayed at the top left of the screen.
The pending image 33 shows the probability of winning the AT state in each challenge game executed during the AT challenge state, which is the lottery period during the pseudo bonus state, and is the probability of winning the AT state in the first to third challenge games during the AT challenge state. It is composed of three round images corresponding to .
Further, since the remaining medal number image 32 at this time is obtained after the number of bets is set, it becomes a value obtained by adding the number of bets.

Then, the color scheme of the circle image will change according to the probability fluctuation of the AT state transition lottery, and if the probability of winning to the AT state is 10% from the initial value, a white circle image will be displayed, and the probability of winning the AT state will change. If the probability of winning changes to 30%, a green circle image will be displayed, and if the probability of winning to the AT state changes to 100%, a red circle image will be displayed.

Therefore, at the initial stage of the pseudo-bonus state, as shown in the figure, a first white pending image 33a consisting of a white circle image corresponding to the first challenge game, and a second white pending image 33a consisting of a white circle image corresponding to the second challenge game. The pending image 33 is composed of the image 33b and the third white pending image 33c, which is a white circle image corresponding to the third challenge game.

When the above-mentioned instruction performance is executed, the player will stop the reels 4 aiming at a specific symbol combination by a reverse push operation, but as mentioned above, the "BAR" symbol appears on the middle line of the left reel 4a. In order to stop a particular symbol combination, a so-called bita-pushing operation is required, so a highly difficult stopping operation is required in order to stop a specific symbol combination.

Then, as shown in FIG. 18(b), when the reverse push operation is performed, the bell symbol 51a will be forcibly stopped on the middle reel 4b and right reel 4c, but until the end. When the bit-pressing operation aiming at the BAR symbol 51b on the middle line of the rotating left reel 4a is successful, the BAR symbol 51b stops on the middle line of the left reel 4a, and a specific symbol combination is executed. It will be stopped and displayed on the middle line.
In addition, if an operation other than a reverse push operation (for example, a forward push operation) is performed in this game, the symbol combination of "Bell-Bell-Bell" will stop on a predetermined line. Therefore, operations other than reverse press operation (for example, forward press operation) can also be considered as the first operation mode.

When a specific symbol combination is stopped and displayed on the middle line, as shown in FIG. 18(c), after the game ends, a success image 52a consisting of text information of "You did it" is displayed in the center of the screen of the main display 8. is displayed to congratulate you on stopping the specific symbol combination.
Also, if a specific symbol combination stops once during the pseudo bonus state, the probability of winning the AT state in the third challenge game during the AT challenge state will change to 30%, so the pending image 33, the third white pending image 33c is changed to the third green pending image 54 consisting of a green circle image, and it is announced that the probability of the third challenge game has changed by one level (probability UP). Become.
Although not shown, if a specific symbol combination stops in subsequent games, the display mode of the pending image 33 will be changed according to the number of stops. When the times specific symbol combination is stopped, the pending images 33 are changed to a green circle image, a green circle image, and a red circle image in order from the left.

Furthermore, by stopping the specific symbol combination, one medal will be awarded (paid out) under the control of the main controller 10.
Then, in response to the provision of one medal, the remaining medal number image 32 is changed (changed to "82 remaining medals").

In addition, if a specific symbol combination is stopped and 1 medal is awarded (net increase number "-2"), if a specific symbol combination cannot be stopped and 8 medals are awarded (net increase number "-2"), Since the subtraction range for the number of remaining medals is smaller than that for "+5 coins"), the duration of the pseudo-bonus state (medal acquisition period) will be extended accordingly, and the number of games that can be played will increase. .
Note that the net increase in number of medals is the value obtained by subtracting the number of bets from the number of medals awarded (paid out), and is the value by which the number of medals held by the player actually increases.

In the first embodiment, when the number of games that can be executed during the pseudo-bonus state (medal acquisition period) increases due to the suspension of specific symbol combinations, as shown in the figure, if the number of games that can be executed increases (numerical value An image 53 of increased number of games (including information) is displayed at the lower right of the screen of the main display 8 to notify that fact.

In other words, when a specific symbol combination is stopped and one medal is awarded, the remaining medal number image 32 becomes "82 remaining", and in subsequent games all press order bell roles (net increase number "+5 medals") are displayed. ''), it would be possible to play 17 more games during the pseudo-bonus state (medal acquisition period), but 8 medals would be awarded without being able to stop the specific symbol combination. In this case, the number of remaining medals image 32 becomes "75 remaining" (see FIG. 18(e)), and 15 more games can be played during the pseudo-bonus state (medal acquisition period). An extra game can be executed, and the increased number of games (two games) is displayed in the game number increase image 53.
Then, even during the extended duration of the pseudo bonus state (medal acquisition period), it is possible to stop the specific symbol combination again.
Note that if medals are still being paid out when the number of remaining medals reaches zero during the pseudo-bonus state, the medal payout will be completed without interruption.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 18(d), if the beat push operation on the left reel 4a is not possible, the BAR symbol 51b does not stop in the middle of the left reel 4a, but the bell symbol 51a stops. The symbol combination "Bell-Bell-Bell" which is different from the specific symbol combination will be stopped and displayed on the middle line.

If the specific symbol combination cannot be stopped and the "Bell-Bell-Bell" symbol combination is stopped and displayed on the middle line, as shown in FIG. 18(e), after the game ends, the main display 8 will be A failure image 52b consisting of character information of "unfortunate" is displayed in the center of the screen to notify that the specific symbol combination could not be stopped.
In addition, if a specific symbol combination fails to stop during the pseudo-bonus state, the pending image 33 does not change and the first white pending image 33a, second white pending image 33b, and third white pending image 33c remain as they are. It will be displayed.

Further, due to the stoppage of the "Bell-Bell-Bell" symbol combination, eight medals will be awarded (paid out) under the control of the main controller 10.
Then, in response to the provision of eight medals, the remaining medal number image 32 is changed (changed to "75 remaining medals").
Therefore, in this case, the duration of the pseudo bonus state (medal acquisition period) will not be extended.

In addition, if the "Bell-Bell-Bell" symbol combination stops due to a failure in the Bita push operation despite the reverse push operation, the lottery right in the specified challenge game whose probability has already changed will be lost. , it may be lowered by one level (for example, from 30% to 10%).
In other words, if the "Bell-Bell-Bell" symbol combination stops due to an operation other than a reverse push operation (forward push operation, etc.), the lottery right in the predetermined challenge game whose probability has already changed will be retained as is. However, if the player performs a reverse push operation but fails in the Vita push operation, the lottery right in a predetermined challenge game whose probability has already changed is lowered by one level. It may be arranged to give the player a certain sense of tension.

As described above, when a predetermined winning combination (for example, a common Bell winning combination) is won, the main control device 10 performs a reverse push operation when the reels 4 are stopped, and also displays "BAR" on the middle line of the left reel 4a. When a bit push operation is performed aiming at the symbol, the specific symbol combination that is the "BAR/Bell/Bell" symbol combination is stopped, and when the reel 4 is stopped, a reverse push operation is performed, and then the middle row of the left reel 4a is If there is no bita push operation aimed at the "BAR" symbol on the line, "Bell-Bell-Bell" symbol combinations other than the specific symbol combinations are stopped.

That is, when the lottery result of the lottery means (main controller 10) is a special result (winning of the common bell combination), the main control device 10 as a stop control means allows the player to press the stop operation means (stop button 5). ) is the first operation mode (a reverse push operation and an operation other than a beat push operation aiming at the "BAR" symbol), the first specific display is displayed on the variable display means (reels 4). A stop mode (“bell bell bell”) is derived, and the mode of operation of the stop operation means by the player is a second operation mode (reverse push operation and bita push operation aiming at the “BAR” symbol). In this case, it is possible to execute a control that causes the variable display means to derive a second specific stop mode (specific symbol combination: "BAR/Bell/Bell").

Therefore, it is possible to reliably derive different stopping modes on the variable display means (reels 4) depending on the operating mode by the player.
Although the second operation mode is a reverse push operation and a beat push operation aiming at the "BAR" symbol, it may be only a reverse push operation. In this case, the first operation mode is a forward push operation, and the second operation mode is a reverse push operation.

Further, when the second specific stop mode ("BAR/Bell/Bell") is derived on the variable display means (reel 4), the main controller 10 gives one medal and If a specific stopping pattern ("Bell-Bell-Bell") is derived, eight medals are awarded.
In other words, the main control device 10 as the gaming value giving means, when the second specific stop mode is derived from the variable display means, is more effective than when the first specific stop mode is derived from the variable display means. This makes it possible to give players a small amount of gaming value.
Therefore, it is possible to reliably change the gaming value given to the player in accordance with the stop mode derived by the variable display means, thereby improving the player's sense of expectation and the interest of the game. becomes possible.

Further, the sub-control device 20 displays the additional number of games that can be executed during the pseudo-bonus state by stopping the specific symbol combination.
That is, the sub-control device 20 indicates the number of additional games to be executed during the special gaming state (pseudo-bonus state) due to the second specific stopping mode (specific symbol combination) being derived on the variable display means (reels 4). , is provided with a notification control means that can make a notification on the display means (main display 8).

Therefore, it is possible to reliably notify that the duration of the pseudo bonus state (medal acquisition period) has been extended by stopping the specific symbol combination, and that the extension period has been extended.
Furthermore, by extending the duration of the pseudo-bonus state, the possibility of stopping a specific symbol combination increases accordingly, making it possible to improve the player's expectations.

Although the special result is the winning of the common bell role, the special result may be the winning of any other role.
For example, winning the weak watermelon combination may be a special result. In this case, the player's operation mode of the stop operation means (stop button 5) is the first operation mode (reverse push operation and aiming at the "BAR" symbol). In the case of an operation other than a tap press operation), the variable display means (reel 4) is made to derive "Watermelon, Watermelon, Watermelon" as the first specific stop mode, and 8 medals are given. If the operation mode of the stop operation means by the player is the second operation mode (reverse push operation and beat push operation aiming at the "BAR" symbol), the second specific stop mode is displayed on the variable display means. Therefore, it is sufficient to derive "BAR, watermelon, watermelon" and award one medal.

Further, the number of medals awarded when the second specific stopping mode is derived is a smaller number than the number of medals awarded when the first specific stopping mode is derived, and the number of medals awarded when the second specific stopping mode is derived is a smaller number than the number of medals awarded when the first specific stopping mode is derived. Any medal that increases the number of games may be used. For example, the number of medals that increases the number of games in the pseudo-bonus state by one may be awarded.

Next, with reference to FIG. 19, the effect (effect image) on the main display 8 during the AT challenge state will be described.
As described above, in the pseudo-bonus state, when the medal acquisition period ends, the state shifts to the AT challenge state, which is the lottery period in which the AT state transition lottery is performed.

In addition, in the AT challenge state, three challenge games are executed, and a lottery to change to the AT state is performed in each challenge game, but the probability of winning the AT state in this challenge game is determined by It will change depending on the stopping mode of the combination.
During the AT challenge state, the following effect image is displayed on the main display 8.

FIG. 19 shows an effect image on the main display 8 when a challenge game is executed during the AT challenge state.
The sub-control device 20 performs control to display various effect images as shown on the main display 8 based on control information from the main control device 10.
In addition to displaying the effect image, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9, and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined manner, thereby executing the effect during the AT challenge state.
Note that FIG. 19 shows a case where the specific symbol combination stops once during the medal acquisition period. In other words, this shows a case where the AT state transition lottery is performed with a probability of 10% for the first challenge game, 10% for the second time, and 30% for the third time.

First, as shown in FIG. 19(a), when the first challenge game in the AT challenge state is executed, the number of times the challenge game has been played is displayed at the top of the screen of the main display 8 while the game is being executed. An image 55a of the number of games to be notified is displayed.
In the first challenge game in the AT challenge state, text information of "first challenge game" will be displayed in the number of games image 55a.

Furthermore, in the center of the screen of the main display 8, a white box image 55b, which is colored white and resembles a treasure chest, is displayed.
The color scheme of the white box image 55b indicates the probability of winning the AT state in the challenge game, and changes as the winning probability changes.
Further, at the upper left of the screen of the main display 8, as the pending images 33, a first white pending image 33a corresponding to the first challenge game, a second white pending image 33b corresponding to the second challenge game, 3 A third green pending image 54 corresponding to the second challenge game is displayed.
Note that the pending image 33 that is displayed during the medal acquisition period continues to be displayed.

In addition, in response to execution of the first challenge game, an up arrow image 55c consisting of an upward arrow is displayed at the bottom of the first white pending image 33a, indicating that the challenge game corresponds to the first white pending image 33a. In other words, it will be announced that the transition lottery will be held with a probability of winning to the AT state of 10%.
The main controller 10 extracts a predetermined random number at the start of each challenge game (when the start lever 3 is operated) to perform an AT state transition lottery at each set probability.
Therefore, when the first challenge game is executed, the main control device 10 will perform an AT state transition lottery with a winning probability of 10%.

Next, FIG. 19(b) shows an effect image on the main display 8 after the first challenge game ends.
Note that FIG. 19(b) shows a case where the AT state transition lottery was not won in the first challenge game.

As shown in FIG. 19(b), after the game ends in the first challenge game in the AT challenge state, a non-winning image 55e consisting of text information of "failure" appears from the white box image 55b. A video will be displayed.
Therefore, after the first challenge game in the AT challenge state ends, the non-winning image 55e is displayed to notify that the player did not win the AT state transition lottery in the challenge game.
Note that the non-winning image 55e is continuously displayed until the next game is started.

Next, FIG. 19(c) shows an effect image on the main display 8 after the third challenge game ends.
Note that FIG. 19(c) shows a case in which the player does not win the AT state transition lottery in the first and second challenge games, but wins the AT state transition lottery in the third challenge game. There is.

As shown in FIG. 19(c), when the third challenge game in the AT challenge state is executed, "Challenge Game The character information "3rd time" will be displayed.

Further, in the center of the screen of the main display 8, a green box image 55d, which is colored green and imitates a treasure chest, is displayed.
That is, the color scheme of the green box image 55d informs that the probability of winning the AT state in the challenge game is 30%.
Therefore, when the third challenge game is executed, the main control device 10 will perform an AT state transition lottery with a winning probability of 30%.
Note that, although not shown in the drawing, if an AT state transition lottery is held with a 100% winning probability, a red box image will be displayed.

Further, in response to execution of the third challenge game, the up arrow image 55c is moved and displayed at the bottom of the third green pending image 54, and the challenge game corresponds to the third green pending image 54; That is, it will be announced that the transition lottery will be held with a probability of winning to the AT state of 30%.
In addition, if you have not won the AT state transition lottery in the first and second challenge games that have been executed, as shown in the figure, the front side of the first white pending image 33a and the second white pending image 33b A cross-mark image 56 will be displayed on each side.

Next, FIG. 19(d) shows an effect image on the main display 8 after the third challenge game ends.
Note that FIG. 19(d) shows a case where the player wins the AT state transition lottery in the third challenge game.

As shown in FIG. 19(d), after the game ends in the third challenge game in the AT challenge state, a winning image 55f consisting of text information of "success" appears from the green box image 55d. The video will be displayed.
Therefore, after the third challenge game in the AT challenge state is completed, the winning image 55f is displayed to notify that the player has won the AT state transition lottery in the challenge game.

Although illustration is omitted, in any of the challenge games, if the AT state transition lottery is won, the game state will shift to the AT state by the start of the next game after the end of the AT challenge state, and the main An effect image corresponding to the AT state is displayed on the display 8, and if you do not win the AT state transition lottery in any of the challenge games, the game will start by starting the next game after the end of the AT challenge state. As the state shifts to the normal gaming state, an effect image corresponding to the normal gaming state is displayed on the main display 8.

As described above, in the main control device 10, when a specific symbol combination stops during the medal acquisition period during the pseudo bonus state, the AT state transition lottery in the challenge game during the AT challenge state is performed according to the number of stops. The probability can be changed to a high probability, and for example, when a specific symbol combination stops once, the probability of winning in the AT state in the third challenge game is changed from 10% to 30%.

That is, the main control device 10 as a bonus award lottery means, in connection with the first specific stop mode ("Bell-Bell-Bell") being derived on the variable display means (reel 4), In connection with the fact that a lottery related to granting benefits (AT status) can be executed with a probability (10%), and a second specific stop mode ("BAR/Bell/Bell") is derived on the variable display means, This makes it possible to perform a lottery related to awarding benefits with a second probability (30%) higher than the first probability.
In addition, the main control device 10 serving as a bonus awarding lottery means determines that the lottery result of the lottery means (main control device 10) is a special result (winning of the common bell combination) in a game in a special gaming state (pseudo-bonus state). In connection with this, it is possible to perform a lottery to determine whether or not to award a benefit to a player.

Therefore, if a specific symbol combination stops during the pseudo-bonus state, the probability of winning to the AT state is increased, and if the specific symbol combination stops multiple times, the AT state will change depending on the number of stops. Since the lottery is given preferential treatment, it is possible to improve the expectations of the players.
In addition, in order to stop a specific symbol combination, a highly difficult stopping operation called the so-called bita push operation is required, so when the specific symbol combination is stopped, the expectations for the above AT state transition lottery will be lowered. In addition, it is possible to give the player a certain sense of satisfaction and accomplishment, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Also, if a specific symbol combination ("BAR/Bell/Bell") stops, one medal, which is less than if a combination other than the specific symbol combination ("Bell/Bell/Bell") stops, will be issued. As a result, the number of games (duration extended) until the end of the pseudo-bonus state will increase (extend the duration) by giving this one medal. This increases the possibility that the system will stop working.

That is, the main control device 10 as a gaming value imparting means determines the number of gaming values (number of medals) to be imparted when the second specific stop mode (specific symbol combination) is derived on the variable display means (reels 4). The number of games that can be executed during the special gaming state (pseudo-bonus state) is set to be increased.
Therefore, when a specific symbol combination is stopped, the player not only has an advantage at that point but also has an advantage in subsequent games, which synergistically improves the player's expectations. becomes possible.

Furthermore, the main controller 10 is capable of generating a pseudo-bonus state as a first special gaming state, is capable of generating an AT state as a second special gaming state, and during a pseudo-bonus state as a first special gaming state. A lottery will be held to transition to the AT state.
That is, the special game state includes a first special game state and a second special game state different from the first special game state, and the main control device 10 as the bonus award lottery means In connection with the game in the gaming state, it is possible to perform a lottery to determine whether or not to generate a second special gaming state as a benefit.
Therefore, it is possible to realize a highly interesting game in which the pseudo-bonus state and the AT state are correlated with each other, and it is also possible to improve the player's sense of expectation during the pseudo-bonus state.

Further, the main control device 10 performs a AT state transition lottery in three games (challenge games) during the AT challenge state in the pseudo bonus state as the first special game state.
That is, the main control device 10 as a bonus award lottery means can perform a lottery to determine whether or not to generate the second special game state in a predetermined number of games executed during the first special game state. It is.
Therefore, it becomes possible to execute the AT state transition lottery in various and highly interesting ways, and it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

Furthermore, during the AT challenge state, under the control of the sub-control device 20, an effect related to the AT state transition lottery is executed on the main display 8.
That is, the sub-control device 20 is equipped with an effect control means that can cause the display means (main display 8) to execute an effect related to the granting of a privilege (AT state).
Therefore, it becomes possible to notify the result of the AT state transition lottery in a highly interesting manner, and it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

Note that the production during the AT challenge state may be other than the above as long as it notifies the fact that the AT state transition lottery is being held or the transition lottery result. It is also possible to perform a battle performance that notifies the player of the situation.
Further, although the AT challenge state is set during the pseudo bonus state, the AT challenge state may be executed after the pseudo bonus state ends.

Furthermore, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, when a specific symbol combination is stopped in a game during a pseudo-bonus state, the AT state transition lottery during the AT challenge state is changed with high probability. However, in a game during the normal gaming state, if a common bell combination is won, a game is executed in which the player is forced to stop a specific symbol combination in the same way as above, and when the specific symbol combination is stopped. Based on this, an AT state transition lottery may be executed.
For example, in a game during the normal gaming state, if a specific symbol combination stops, the AT state will be entered with a predetermined probability (for example, 20%), and if the specific symbol combination does not stop, the predetermined probability An AT state transition lottery may be performed in which the AT state is transitioned to the AT state with a probability (for example, 0%).
As described above, the control and performance during the pseudo bonus state in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment are performed.

[Control and performance during AT state]
Next, with reference to FIG. 20, various controls during the AT state and effects (effect images) on the main display 8 will be described in detail.
First, FIG. 20 shows an effect image on the main display 8 when the common bell combination is won in the game during the AT state.

In the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the main controller 10 adds a predetermined number of medals to the remaining number of medals in the AT state upon winning the common bell combination in the game during the AT state. We are trying to hold a lottery.
Specifically, when the common bell combination is won, the main controller 10 adds a predetermined number (20) of medals to the remaining number of medals with a predetermined probability (for example, 50%) when the specific symbol combination stops. We are trying to hold an additional lottery that adds up.
On the other hand, if the common bell combination is won and the specific symbol combination does not stop, medals are not added.

Therefore, if the specific symbol combination can be stopped when the common bell combination is won, there is a possibility that the duration of the AT state will be extended.
In addition, if the common bell combination is won and the specific symbol combination stops, a predetermined number (20) of medals may be added to the remaining number of medals without fail (with a 100% probability). .

In the game during the AT state, if the common bell role is won, the sub-control device 20 displays a predetermined effect image on the main display 8 based on the control information from the main control device 10. I am trying to perform additional effects.
Further, along with the display of the effect image, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9, and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined manner, thereby executing an additional effect.

First, FIG. 20(a) shows an effect image displayed on the main display 8 during execution of a game in which the player wins the common bell role during the AT state.
As shown in FIG. 20(a), when the common bell combination is won in a game in the AT state, the main display 8 is Approximately in the center of the screen, a symbol instruction image 50a is displayed that instructs the user to perform a stop operation aimed at a specific symbol combination consisting of text information such as "Aim for 'BAR/Bell/Bell.'"
Further, at the bottom of the symbol instruction image 50a, there is an operation instruction image 50b that instructs to stop the reel 4 by a reverse push operation (in the order of "4c → 4b → 4c"), and is composed of a leftward arrow image. is displayed.
Therefore, the instruction effect is executed by displaying the symbol instruction image 50a and the operation instruction image 50b, and while the reel 4 is stopped by the reverse push operation, the game is performed by performing the eye press operation aiming at "BAR/Bell/Bell". The person will be notified (instructed).

Further, an AT remaining medal number image 40a ("50 remaining") indicating the number of remaining medals in the AT state is displayed at the top left of the screen of the main display 8, and a pseudo bonus state and an AT state are displayed at the top right of the screen. An acquired medal number image 40b (“200 acquired”) indicating the number of medals actually acquired by the player (net increase) is displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 20(b), when the reverse push operation is performed, the bell symbol 51a will be forced to stop on the middle reel 4b and right reel 4c, but until the end. When the bit-pressing operation aiming at the BAR symbol 51b on the middle line of the rotating left reel 4a is successful, the BAR symbol 51b stops on the middle line of the left reel 4a, and a specific symbol combination is executed. It will be stopped and displayed on the middle line.
In addition, if an operation other than a reverse push operation (for example, a forward push operation) is performed in this game, the symbol combination of "Bell-Bell-Bell" will stop on a predetermined line.

When the specific symbol combination is stopped and displayed on the middle line, the main controller 10 performs an additional lottery by extracting a predetermined random number.
If you win the bonus lottery that is held with a predetermined probability (for example, 50%), as shown in FIG. 20(c), after the game ends, "Additional lottery An add-on success image 57a consisting of text information of ``Success'' is displayed to notify that the player has won the add-on lottery.
Furthermore, below the successful addition image 57a, an additional medal number image 57b ("+20 coins") indicating the number of games to be added (added) to the remaining number of medals is displayed.
Note that the number of games to be added at this time may be determined by lottery.

Furthermore, by stopping the specific symbol combination, one medal will be awarded (paid out) under the control of the main controller 10.
Then, in response to the granting of one medal, the AT remaining medal number image 40a is changed (changed to "49 remaining"), and the acquired medal number image 40b is changed (changed to "obtained 201"). It will be done.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 20(d), if the reverse push operation is performed but the beat push operation on the left reel 4a is not possible, the BAR symbol 51b does not stop in the middle of the left reel 4a. The bell symbol 51a stops, and a symbol combination of "Bell-Bell-Bell" which is different from the specific symbol combination is stopped and displayed on the middle line.

If the specific symbol combination cannot be stopped and the "Bell-Bell-Bell" symbol combination is stopped and displayed on the middle line, as shown in FIG. 20(e), after the game ends, the main display 8 is A top-up failure image 57c consisting of text information of ``top-up failure'' is displayed in the center of the screen to notify that the player did not win the top-up lottery.

Further, due to the stoppage of the "Bell-Bell-Bell" symbol combination, eight medals will be awarded (paid out) under the control of the main controller 10.
Then, in response to the awarding of 8 medals, the AT remaining medal number image 40a is changed (changed to "42 medals remaining"), and the acquired medal number image 40b is changed (changed to "obtained 208 medals"). It will be done.

As described above, the main control device 10 makes it possible to perform an additional lottery upon winning the common bell combination during the AT state, and when a specific symbol combination stops, a predetermined probability (for example, 50%) A predetermined number of games is added to the remaining medals in the AT state, and if the specific symbol combination does not stop, the predetermined number of games is added to the remaining medals in the AT state with a predetermined probability (for example, 0%). It is added to the number.
When a predetermined number of games are added to the remaining number of medals, the duration of the AT state is extended.
Note that even if the specific symbol combination does not stop, a predetermined number of games may be added (added) with an extremely low probability (for example, 1%).

That is, the main control device 10 as a bonus award lottery means holds a lottery to determine whether or not to extend the duration of the second special gaming state as a bonus in the game during the second special gaming state (AT state). It makes it executable.
Therefore, if a specific symbol combination stops during the AT state, the probability that the number of medals will be added to the remaining number of medals in the AT state will be increased, and the duration of the AT state will be extended. This makes it possible to improve the expectations of the players.

In addition, in order to stop a specific symbol combination, a highly difficult stopping operation called the so-called bita push operation is required, so when a specific symbol combination is stopped, there is a feeling of anticipation for the extension of the above AT state. Moreover, it is possible to give the player a certain sense of satisfaction and accomplishment, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Also, during the AT state, if a specific symbol combination ("BAR/Bell/Bell") stops, there will be fewer medals than if a combination other than the specific symbol combination ("Bell/Bell/Bell") stops. One medal will be awarded, and as a result of this one medal, the number of games to be played (extension of duration) until the end of the AT state will be increased accordingly. Furthermore, the possibility that the specific symbol combination will stop increases.

That is, the main control device 10 as a gaming value imparting means determines the number of gaming values (number of medals) to be imparted when the second specific stop mode (specific symbol combination) is derived on the variable display means (reels 4). The number of games that can be executed during the special gaming state (AT state) is set to be added.
Therefore, when a specific symbol combination is stopped, in addition to giving the player an advantage by stopping the specific symbol combination, the number of games that can be executed during the special gaming state (AT state) is added, so that Since the player has an advantage in the game, it is possible to synergistically improve the player's expectations.

Further, if the common bell combination is won during the AT state, an additional performance related to the additional lottery is executed on the main display 8 under the control of the sub-control device 20.
That is, the sub-control device 20 as a performance control means causes the display means (main display 8) to execute a performance related to giving a privilege (increase in the number of remaining medals) during the AT state.
Therefore, it becomes possible to execute the additional performance in a highly interesting manner, and it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

Note that the additional performance may be other than the above as long as it notifies the fact that the additional lottery is being held and the number of additional games; for example, a battle performance that notifies the result of the additional lottery may be performed.
Furthermore, although the main display 8 is used to perform additional effects, the sub-display 17 may be used to perform additional effects.
As described above, the control and performance during the AT state in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment are performed.

[Modification of the first embodiment]
Next, a challenge game in a modification of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 21 and 22.
In the modified example of the first embodiment, the mode of execution of the challenge game in which the AT state transition lottery is performed is different from the slot machine 1 of the above-described first embodiment, and other aspects are the same as the slot machine 1 described above. Therefore, only the different points will be explained.

In the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment described above, the AT challenge state is set at the end of the pseudo-bonus state, and a lottery for transition to the AT state is performed in a fixed predetermined number of games. In a modification of the first embodiment, when a specific symbol combination stops in a game in a pseudo-bonus state, a lottery to shift to an AT state is performed in a game in an increased pseudo-bonus state.
Therefore, in a modification of the first embodiment, the number of games in the pseudo-bonus state is increased according to the number of times a specific symbol combination has stopped without setting the AT challenge state, and the increased number of games are changed to the challenge game. By doing so, the chances of AT state transition lottery are increased.

Also, since there is a possibility that a specific symbol combination does not stop even once during the pseudo-bonus state, even if the specific symbol combination does not stop even once during the pseudo-bonus state, in the final game of the pseudo-bonus state, , AT state transition lottery is performed in a guaranteed manner.

Therefore, if the specific symbol combination stops during the pseudo-bonus state, in addition to the guaranteed challenge game described above, a challenge game with an increased number of games will also be played.
Furthermore, in the challenge game with the increased number of games, a transition lottery is performed with a higher probability of winning the AT state than in the above-mentioned guaranteed challenge game.

First, FIG. 21 shows an effect image on the main display 8 at the final stage of the pseudo-bonus state when the specific symbol combination does not stop even once during the pseudo-bonus state.
The main controller 10 executes a challenge game in the final game of the pseudo-bonus state even if the specific symbol combination does not stop even once during the pseudo-bonus state, and sets a predetermined probability (for example, 10%) in this challenge game. ), a transition lottery will be held to win the AT state.
For example, if all the games in the pseudo-bonus state win the push-order Bell combination, the 20th game will be the final game, so there is a relatively low probability of winning the AT state in the 20th game. A transition lottery will be held.

As shown in FIG. 21, during the execution of the final game in the pseudo-bonus state, under the control of the sub-control device 20, a white box image 55b is displayed in the center of the screen of the main display 8 in white to imitate a treasure chest. is displayed to notify that a transition lottery will be held in which the AT state will be won with a relatively low probability.
In addition, on the upper left of the screen of the main display 8, there is a "Challenge" that informs that the game is a challenge game in which a lottery for transitioning to an AT state will be held, and that a lottery for transitioning to an AT state will be held with a relatively low probability of winning. A challenge game image 58a consisting of text information of ``Game (Low Accuracy)'' is displayed.

Further, at the upper right of the screen of the main display 8, a remaining medal number image 32 (“remaining 8 medals” after inputting the number of bets) is displayed to notify the remaining number of medals in the pseudo-bonus state.
In addition, if the number of remaining medals is "8" and the push order bell combination (number of payouts "8") is won, that game will be the final game in the pseudo-bonus state, so it will be played on the right side of the screen. Below, a final game image 58b consisting of character information of "Final Game" is displayed, which informs that the game is the final game in a pseudo-bonus state.

Note that although FIG. 21 shows a performance image during the game in which the player wins the push order bell role, the image of the push order navigation is omitted.
Additionally, if the remaining number of medals is ``8'' and you win a role that does not result in a payout of ``8'' (for example, a replay role), the challenge game will be carried over to the next game. .
Furthermore, if the common bell combination is won in the challenge game, it is preferable not to instruct the reverse push operation.

Therefore, if a specific symbol combination does not stop even once during the pseudo-bonus state, a challenge game will be executed in the final game of the pseudo-bonus state, and the AT state will be reached with a relatively low probability (for example, 10%). At the same time as a winning transition lottery is held, an effect corresponding to the challenge game will be executed on the main display 8.
Although not shown in the figure, if you win the AT state transition lottery in the challenge game, the winning image 55f (see FIG. 19(d)) appears from the white box image 55b after the game ends, and the AT state is changed. If you are notified that you have won the transition lottery in the AT state and have not won the transition lottery in the AT state in the challenge game, the non-winning image 55e (see FIG. 19(b)) is changed from the white box image 55b after the game ends. Then, it will be announced that the AT state transition lottery was not won.

Next, FIG. 22 shows an effect image on the main display 8 at the final stage of the pseudo-bonus state when the specific symbol combination stops once during the pseudo-bonus state.
Similar to the first embodiment described above, the main control device 10 is configured to award one medal when a specific symbol combination stops in a pseudo bonus state. Control is performed such that when the combination stops once, the number of executable games during the pseudo bonus state is increased by two times compared to when the specific symbol combination does not stop.

Also, even if the specific symbol combination stops once during the pseudo-bonus state, the game corresponding to the final game when the specific symbol combination does not stop even once, that is, the increased two games will be executed. In the immediately preceding game, a challenge game will be executed in which the AT state will be won with a relatively low probability (for example, 10%), just as if the specific symbol combination had not stopped even once. .

As shown in FIG. 22(a), in the game immediately before the increased number of games is executed, under the control of the sub-control device 20, a white color resembling a treasure chest is displayed in the center of the screen of the main display 8. A colored white box image 55b is displayed.
In addition, on the upper left of the screen of the main display 8, there is a "Challenge Game" that informs that the game is a challenge game in which a lottery to transition to an AT state is performed, and that a lottery to transition to an AT state will be held with a relatively low probability. A low-certainty challenge game image 58a consisting of text information of "(low-certain)" is displayed.

Further, at the upper right of the screen of the main display 8, a remaining medal number image 32 (``15 remaining medals'') is displayed to notify the remaining number of medals in the pseudo-bonus state.
In addition, if the number of remaining medals is "15" and the push order bell combination (number of payouts "8") is won, the game will be played immediately before the two games with the increased number of medals are executed. Since this is a game, the final game image 58b is displayed at the bottom right of the screen, as in the case where the specific symbol combination has not stopped even once.
Note that although FIG. 22(a) shows a performance image during the game in which the player wins the push order bell role, the image of the push order navigation is omitted.
Additionally, if the remaining number of medals is ``15'' and you win a role that does not result in a payout of ``8'' (for example, a replay role), the challenge game will be carried over to the next game. .

Next, FIG. 22(b) shows an effect image on the main display 8 during execution of the first game of the two games increased during the pseudo bonus state.
In the first game of the two increased games, the main control device 10 executes a challenge game in which the AT state has a relatively high probability (for example, 30%) of winning.
Therefore, if a specific symbol combination stops during the pseudo-bonus state, the duration of the pseudo-bonus state will be extended, and a transition lottery will be held to facilitate the transition to the AT state in the increased games. be.

Then, as shown in FIG. 22(b), in the first of the two increased games, under the control of the sub-control device 20, the central part of the screen of the main display 8 is colored green to resemble a treasure chest. The green box image 55d shown in FIG.
In addition, on the upper left of the screen of the main display 8, there is a "Challenge" that informs that the game is a challenge game in which the AT state transition lottery will be held, and that the AT state transition lottery will be held with a relatively high probability of winning. A high accuracy challenge game image 58d consisting of text information of ``Game (High Accuracy)'' is displayed.

Further, at the upper right of the screen of the main display 8, a remaining medal number image 32 (``10 remaining medals'') is displayed to notify the remaining number of medals in the pseudo-bonus state.
In addition, if the number of remaining medals is "10" and the push order Bell role is won, that game will be the first of the two additional games, so the bottom right of the screen will be displayed. , a first premier image 58c consisting of text information of "First Premier Game" is displayed to notify that fact.
Note that although FIG. 22(b) shows an effect image during the game in which the player wins the push order bell role, the image of the push order navigation is omitted.

Next, FIG. 22(c) shows an effect image on the main display 8 during execution of the second game of the two games increased during the pseudo-bonus state.
The main control device 10 also executes a challenge game in which the AT state has a relatively high probability (for example, 30%) of the second game out of the two increased games.

Then, as shown in FIG. 22(c), in the second game among the two increased games, the screen center of the main display 8 is controlled by the sub-control device 20, as in the first game. A green box image 55d is displayed in the section to notify that a transition lottery will be held in which the AT state will be won with a relatively high probability.
Further, at the upper left of the screen of the main display 8, a high accuracy challenge game image 58d is displayed, similar to the first game.

Further, at the upper right of the screen of the main display 8, a remaining medal number image 32 (``5 remaining medals'') that informs the remaining number of medals in the pseudo-bonus state is displayed.
Also, if the number of remaining medals is "5" and the push order Bell role is won, that game will be the second of the two increased games, so the bottom right of the screen will be displayed. In this case, the first premier image 58c is changed to "second premier game".
Note that although FIG. 22(c) shows an effect image during the game in which the player wins the push order bell role, the image of the push order navigation is omitted.

Although not shown, if the AT state transition lottery is won in each challenge game, a winning image 55f (see FIG. 19(d)) will appear from each box image after the game ends, and the AT state will be changed. If you are notified that you have won the transition lottery for the AT state, but you have not won the transition lottery for the AT state, a non-winning image 55e (see FIG. 19(b)) appears from each box image after the game ends. You will be notified that you did not win the AT state transition lottery.

Additionally, if a specific symbol combination stops twice or more during a pseudo-bonus state, the number of games in the pseudo-bonus state increases according to the number of stops, and AT with a relatively high winning probability in the increased game. A state transition lottery will be held.

As described above, in the modification of the first embodiment, when the number of games in the pseudo-bonus state increases due to the stoppage of a specific symbol combination during the pseudo-bonus state, the main controller 10 controls the The AT state transition lottery is conducted with a relatively high probability of winning.
That is, the main control device 10 as a bonus award lottery means performs a lottery related to awarding a benefit (AT state) with a second probability (30%) in a game that is additionally executed during a special gaming state (pseudo-bonus state). This makes it executable.
Therefore, the increase in the number of games during the pseudo-bonus state due to the suspension of specific symbol combinations can be associated with the transition lottery to the AT state with a relatively high winning probability, and it is possible to efficiently increase the player's expectations. It becomes possible.

Note that the winning probability of the AT state in the game increased during the pseudo bonus state may be any probability as long as it is a relatively high probability.
Furthermore, the AT state transition lottery may be executed only in games that are increased during the pseudo bonus state.
As described above, the slot machine 1 according to the modification of the first embodiment is configured.

The slot machine 1 of the first embodiment has been described above, but when the AT state or the pseudo-bonus state ends, if the negative amount of the difference number counter becomes extremely large (for example, -20,000 coins, etc.), the game In order to prevent a large disadvantage on the side, the transition may be made to the normal section.
In addition, if you select the second limiter mode, you will receive more bonuses than if you select the first limiter mode, for example, when you win a predetermined rare combination (for example, a strong cherry combination) in a game that is in the AT state. The probability of transitioning to the specialized zone may be increased.

Further, when a common bell combination is won during the pseudo-bonus state, a lottery for transition to the AT state may be performed in the game depending on whether or not the specific symbol combination is stopped.
In addition to the common bell winning combination, when a predetermined rare winning combination (for example, a weak watermelon winning combination) is won, it is possible to stop a specific symbol combination by pressing the button in the same way as the common bell winning combination. The AT state transition lottery may be performed depending on the situation.
As described above, the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment is realized.

<Second embodiment>
A second embodiment of the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 23 to 31.

The slot machine 1 of the second embodiment differs from the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment in AT state transition control.
In the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment described above, when a predetermined condition is satisfied during the pseudo-bonus state, and when a predetermined rare combination is won during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), the transition to the AT state is controlled. However, in the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, the same AT state transition control as in the first embodiment is performed, and in addition to the above transition control, the AT state transition control is performed based on the winning of a special winning combination. AT state transition control is performed.
Therefore, the main control device 10 in the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment is configured to draw a special winning combination in addition to the plurality of winnings described above based on the execution of the game.

In addition, in the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, when the player shifts to the AT state upon winning a special winning combination, the AT state is more advantageous for the player than when the AT state is shifted to the AT state due to other triggers. I'm trying to control it.

In the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, a special winning combination has been added as a lottery target, and various controls (processing) related to the AT state (special AT state) generated based on the winning of the special winning combination are as follows. This is different from the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment described above, and is otherwise the same as the slot machine 1 described above, so only the different points will be explained.
Therefore, similarly to the first embodiment, the main control device 10 functions as an advantageous section control means, a difference number information counting means, an advantageous section end control means, a lottery means, and a stop control means. It functions as a privilege granting means that can grant special AT status).

[Special AT state in second embodiment]
First, the special AT state will be explained with reference to FIGS. 23 to 26.
In the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, a special AT state can be generated as an AT state advantageous to the player, triggered by the winning of a special winning combination.
The special AT state is similar to the AT state described above in that the push order navigation is executed during the period in which it occurs, making it easier for the player to acquire medals, but the initial number of medals awarded at the time of its occurrence is the same as the normal number. Unlike the AT state, in the special AT state, the initial number of 1000 medals is added to the remaining number of medals at the initial stage.

Therefore, the special AT state is different from the normal AT state only in the initial number of medals that is added to the number of remaining medals at the initial stage, and the rest is controlled in the same way as the normal AT state, and the number of remaining medals disappears. It will continue until. However, when transitioning to the special AT state, a large number of initial medals are added to the remaining number of medals, so the special AT state becomes a special gaming state that is more advantageous for the player than the normal AT state.

First, with reference to FIG. 23, the specifications of the special winning combination that triggers the occurrence of the special AT state will be explained.
The main control device 10 extracts a predetermined random number during execution of the game to draw a special winning combination, similar to the lottery of small winning combinations such as the push order bell winning combination.
However, since the special combination triggers the occurrence of a special AT state in which the player is extremely advantageous, its winning probability is set to an extremely low winning probability.
In the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, the winning probability of the special winning combination is set to 1/8192.

In addition, the main control device 10 controls the stop of the reels 4 so that when a special combination is won, the symbol combination to be stopped changes according to the operation mode of the stop button 5 in the game (stop mode of the reels 4). I try to do it.
As shown in FIG. 23, the main control device 10 controls the game in which the stop button 5 is operated by a reverse push operation ("5c → 5b → 5a") and the player aims at the "BAR" symbol in a game in which a special prize is won. When the eye press operation is performed, the reel 4 is controlled to stop so that the special symbol combination ("BAR・BAR・BAR") as the second special stop mode can be stopped on the middle line. ing.

That is, in the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, the stop button 5 is operated by a reverse push operation ("5c → 5b → 5a"), and the stop button 5 is operated by a push operation aiming at the "BAR" symbol. The main control device 10 controls the reels 4 to stop so that the special symbol combination stops when the stop button 5 is operated in a specific operation mode in a game where a special winning combination is won. This is what we are doing.
In addition, the "BAR" symbol requires a eye press operation, so in order to stop the special symbol combination, a predetermined eye press operation is required. If the eye press operation in is not accurate, a substitute symbol combination different from the special symbol combination (for example, "Bell-Bell Replay") will be stopped.

Further, when the special symbol combination (or substitute symbol combination) is stopped, three medals will be paid out.
If the special symbol combination (or substitute symbol combination) stops during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), an AT state (special AT state) in which the number of medals awarded at the initial stage is 1000 is given as a benefit. This will occur.
Although the details will be described later, if a special combination is won, a reverse push operation navigation will be executed on the main display 8 instructing to perform a reverse push operation and to stop the special symbol combination. However, the special AT state is generated based on the winning of the special winning combination and the execution of the reverse push operation navigation.

That is, the main control device determines (lottery) whether or not to generate a special AT state when a special winning combination is won, and when it is decided to generate a special AT state, the sub control device 20 By transmitting control information to the main display 8, the reverse push operation navigation is executed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 23, the main control device 10 controls the stop button 5 to be pressed by an operation other than the reverse push operation (for example, "5a → 5b → 5c") in a game in which a special winning combination is won. When operated, the reels 4 are controlled to stop so that a predetermined symbol combination ("replay, replay, bell") as the first special stopping mode stops on the middle line.

Further, when a predetermined symbol combination ("replay, replay, bell") is stopped, one medal will be paid out.
Furthermore, if a predetermined symbol combination ("replay, replay, bell") is stopped, no benefits other than medals will be awarded.
Furthermore, if the special AT state is not generated when the player wins the special prize, the main display 8 does not perform any specific effects, including the reverse push operation navigation, so the player can win the special prize. There is a high possibility that the player will perform the same stopping operation as in a normal game without realizing that he has done so, and there is a high possibility that a predetermined symbol combination ("replay, replay, bell") will be stopped.

In addition, even if the reverse push operation navigation is not executed when you win a special combination, you can stop the special symbol combination by performing the reverse push operation, but in this case, the special AT state transition lottery Since no one has won, the special AT state will not occur.
Therefore, in the case of winning a special combination, the main control device 10 does not generate a special AT state by stopping the special symbol combination, but generates a special AT state on the condition that the reverse push operation navigation is executed. It is.

As described above, the main controller 10 stops the predetermined symbol combination on the reels 4 when the special winning combination is won and the stop operation related to the stop button 5 is an operation other than a reverse push operation. If the stop operation related to the stop button 5 is a reverse push operation, the special symbol combination can be stopped on the reels 4.
That is, the main control device 10 as a stop control means controls the operation mode of the stop operation means (stop button 5) by the player when the lottery result of the lottery means (main control device 10) is a winning result of the special winning combination. is a normal operation mode (operation other than reverse push operation), the variable display means derives the first special stop mode ("Replay, Replay, Bell"), and the player operates the stop operation means. If the mode is a specific operation mode (reverse push operation and eye press operation aiming at the "BAR" symbol), a second special stop mode ("BAR・BAR・BAR") is derived on the variable display means. This makes it possible to control the

In addition, as a special symbol combination, the "BAR" symbol that requires a push operation is stopped, but the special symbol combination may be made up of symbols that do not require a push operation.
In this case, if a special combination is won, the special symbol combination will definitely stop if only the reverse push operation is performed, so the only specific operation mode is the reverse push operation.
Moreover, the winning probability of the special winning combination may be any value other than the above-mentioned values as long as it is lower than the winning probability of other winning combinations.
Further, the number of medals awarded when winning a special winning combination may be other than the above.
Further, the initial number of medals awarded upon transition to the special AT state may be other than the above as long as it is more advantageous to the player than in the normal AT state.

Next, with reference to FIG. 24, the probability of executing the reverse push operation navigation when winning the special winning combination will be explained.
As mentioned above, the main control device 10 executes the reverse push operation navigation on the main display 8 with a predetermined probability when a special winning combination is won during the normal gaming state (advantageous section). The instructions are to perform a reverse push operation and to stop the special symbol combination.
Then, only when a special winning combination is won and the reverse push operation navigation is executed, a special AT state is generated.

In the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, when a special winning combination is won, the main control device 10 refers to the difference number counter at that time (see FIG. 6) and determines the difference number counter according to the value of the difference number counter. It is decided whether or not to execute the reverse push operation navigation.
Specifically, when a special winning combination is won, the main control device 10 refers to the difference number counter at that time and performs a lottery to determine whether or not to generate a special AT state according to the value of the difference number counter. If the lottery is won, it is determined to generate a special AT state, and it is also determined to execute a reverse push operation navigation.
Therefore, the execution probability of the reverse push operation navigation can also be regarded as the probability of occurrence of the special AT state.

FIG. 24 shows the probability of executing the reverse push operation navigation when the special winning combination is won under the control of the main controller 10.
In addition, in the main control device 10, when a special winning combination is won, it is determined whether or not to execute the reverse push operation navigation (whether or not to generate a special AT state) by extracting a predetermined random number. ing.

As shown in FIG. 24, if the value of the difference number counter at the time of winning the special winning combination is less than "-10000 (pieces)", the reverse push operation navigation is executed with a probability of 100/100, The probability is that it will not be executed.

Also, if the value of the difference number counter at the time of winning the special winning combination is "-10000 (pieces)" to "-5001 (pieces)", the reverse push operation navigation will be executed with a probability of 50/100, and 50 The probability of execution is /100.
Also, if the value of the difference number counter at the time of winning the special prize is "-5000 (pieces)" or more, the reverse push operation navigation will be executed with a probability of 1/100 and will not be executed with a probability of 99/100. That's what I do.

As described above, when the special winning combination is won, the main control device 10 changes the probability of whether or not to execute the reverse push operation navigation according to the value of the difference number counter at that time.
Further, since a special AT state will occur when the reverse push operation navigation is executed, the probability of occurrence of the special AT state will be changed according to the value of the difference number counter.

That is, the main control device 10 as a benefit granting means determines the granting probability of a benefit (special AT state) based on the difference number information (value of the difference number counter) counted by the difference number information counting means (main control device 10). can be changed.
Therefore, it is possible to generate a special AT state in a novel manner that has not been seen before, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.
Furthermore, it becomes possible to provide benefits in a manner that appropriately adjusts the profit balance between the game parlor and the players.

In addition, the smaller the value of the difference number counter when winning a special winning combination, the higher the probability of executing the reverse push operation navigation. For example, if the value of the difference number counter is less than a predetermined number ("-10000 (pieces)") In this case, the probability that the reverse push operation navigation will be executed is higher than when the number is greater than the predetermined number, and the probability that the special AT state will occur is higher.
That is, the main control device 10 as a privilege granting means is configured such that the difference number information (value of the difference number counter) counted by the difference number information counting means (main control device 10) is a specific number (second limit value: "+2400 If the number is less than a predetermined number (“-10000 (sheets)”), the benefit (special AT state) can be granted with a higher probability than when the number is above the predetermined number. .
Therefore, if the player's disadvantage increases, the probability that the reverse push operation navigation will be executed increases, and the probability that the special AT state will occur increases, so the player's disadvantage increases. Even if the size increases, it is possible to prevent the player's desire to play from decreasing.

In addition, if the value of the difference number counter at the time of winning a special winning combination becomes extremely small (less than "-10000 (pieces)"), the reverse push operation navigation will always be executed, so the player If the disadvantage on the player's side becomes extremely large, it becomes possible to significantly improve the player's expectations.

For example, if the value of the difference number counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (“-10000 (sheets)”), the main control device 10 controls the reverse press with a certain probability (50/100 or 1/100). The operation navigation is executed, and if the number is less than a predetermined number, the reverse push operation navigation is executed with a special probability (100/100).
That is, when the lottery result of the lottery means (main controller 10) is a winning result of the special winning combination, the main controller 10 calculates the difference number information (counted by the difference number information counting means (main controller 10)). If the value of the difference number counter) is greater than or equal to the predetermined number (“-10000 (coins)”), a second special stop is applied to the player with a specific probability (50/100 or 1/100). The instruction (reverse push operation navigation) for deriving the mode (special symbol combination: "BAR・BAR・BAR") can be executed, and if the difference number information is less than a predetermined number, the player The present invention includes an operation instruction means capable of executing an instruction for deriving the second special stop mode with a special probability (100/100) higher than the specific probability.
Therefore, it is possible to reliably give an operation instruction according to the value of the difference number counter.

Further, the main control device 10 can generate a special AT state when a special winning combination is won and the reverse push operation navigation is executed (when the special symbol combination stops).
That is, the main control device 10 as a privilege granting means issues a privilege ( This makes it possible to grant a special AT state.
Therefore, it becomes possible to generate a special AT state by the player's operation, making it possible to improve the interest of the game, and also making it possible to reliably notify the occurrence of the special AT state.
Note that when executing the reverse push operation navigation, the sub-control device 20 displays a navigation image on the main display 8 upon receiving control information from the main control device 10, so that the stop instruction means It can also be considered that the main control device 10 and the sub-control device 20 function together.

In addition, each threshold value of the difference number counter that changes the execution probability of the reverse push operation navigation is such that the smaller the value of the difference number counter at the time of winning a special winning combination, the higher the execution probability of the reverse push operation navigation. For example, the probability of executing the reverse push operation navigation may be increased each time the difference number of the difference number counter becomes "-1000 sheets".

Next, with reference to the flowchart in FIG. 25, the special winning process executed by the main controller 10 will be explained.As mentioned above, when the special winning combination is won and the reverse push operation navigation is executed, A special AT state is generated, and the main control device 10 is designed to generate a special AT state by performing the following processing when a special winning combination is won.

First, when the special winning combination winning process is performed, it is determined in step S60 whether or not the special winning combination has been won.
If the special winning combination is won, the process moves to step S61, and if the special winning combination is not won, this special winning winning process is ended.

Next, in step S61, it is determined whether the game has ended.
When the game in which the special winning combination has been won has ended, the process moves to step S62, and when the game has not ended, this special winning winning process is ended.

Next, in step S62, it is determined whether the special symbol combination has stopped.
If the special symbol combination has stopped at the end of the game in which the special combination has been won, the process moves to step S63, and if the special symbol combination has not stopped, the process moves to step S67.

Next, in step S63, a payout process for three medals is performed.
Therefore, by stopping the special symbol combination (“BAR・BAR・BAR”), three medals will be paid out (granted).
After the processing in step S63, the process moves to step 64.
Note that even if the special symbol combination does not stop and the substitute symbol combination (for example, "Bell-Bell Replay") stops, the process moves to step S63 and three medals are paid out (granted). .
Therefore, the substitute symbol combination can also be considered as the second special stopping mode.

On the other hand, when the process moves to step S67, one medal payout process is performed.
Therefore, one medal will be paid out (granted) by stopping the symbol combination other than the special symbol combination ("replay, replay, bell").
After the process of step S67, this special winning combination winning process ends.

Next, in step S64, it is determined whether the reverse push operation navigation has been executed.
If the reverse push operation navigation is executed during the execution of the game in which the special winning combination is won, the process moves to step S65, and if the reverse push operation navigation is not executed, the special winning combination winning process is ended.
As mentioned above, when winning a special winning combination, a lottery is held to determine whether or not to generate a special AT state, and if it is determined as a result of the lottery that a special AT state will be generated, the reverse push operation navigation will be executed. Therefore, if a special AT state is to be generated, the process moves to step S65.

Next, in step S65, a process of setting an AT state transition flag is performed.
By setting this AT state transition flag, the gaming state will shift to the AT state from the next game.

Next, in step S66, processing is performed to set the remaining number of medals of 1000 as the initial number of medals.
Therefore, 1000 medals are set as the remaining number of medals that defines the duration of the AT state.
Through the processing in step S65 and step S66, processing related to transition of the special AT state will be performed.
After that, this special winning combination winning process ends.

As described above, in the main control device 10, when a special winning combination is won and the reverse push operation navigation is executed, the AT state transition flag is set and 1000 medals are set as the remaining number of medals. It performs processing to generate a special AT state.
Therefore, it is possible to reliably generate a special AT state when each condition is satisfied.

In addition, in the above process, when a special combination is won, a special AT state is generated when the reverse push operation navigation is executed and the special symbol combination is stopped. , the special AT state may be generated on the condition that the reverse push operation navigation is executed.
That is, if the above conditions are met, the special AT state may be generated even if the special symbol combination does not stop.
This is because if the player wins a special prize, there is a possibility that the player may accidentally perform an operation other than the reverse push operation even though the reverse push operation navigation has been executed. This is to ensure that the special AT state occurs even if it occurs.

Furthermore, if a special winning combination has already been won during the AT state, it is preferable to add a predetermined number (1000 medals) to the remaining number of medals at that time.
In this case, a predetermined number of medals may be always added upon winning a special prize, or the medals may be added with a predetermined probability according to the value of the difference number counter at that time, as in the normal gaming state. You can do it like this.

Next, referring to FIG. 26, the fake reverse push navigation will be described.
As mentioned above, when a special winning combination is won and it is decided to generate a special AT state, the reverse push operation navigation is executed on the main display 8, but this second implementation In this slot machine 1, the reverse push operation navigation is executed even in a part of the case where a replay combination is won.
That is, even when the special AT state is not generated during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), the reverse push operation navigation is executed on the main display 8 even in a predetermined game in which a replay combination has been won.

However, the reverse push operation navigation that is executed when a replay role is won will display the same effect image as when generating a special AT state on the main display 8, but the special AT state will not occur (it will simply be replayed). (only grants the right to play), the reverse push operation navigation becomes a fake reverse push operation navigation.

Further, in the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, the main controller 10 as a stop control means presses the stop button by an operation other than a reverse press operation (for example, a forward press operation) in the game when a replay combination is won. If 5 is operated, the symbol combination corresponding to the replay combination ("Replay, Replay, Replay") will be stopped on the middle line, but it will be stopped by the reverse push operation ("5c → 5b → 5a"). When the button 5 is operated, the reels 4 are controlled to stop so that the fake symbol combination ("BELL/BAR/BAR") can be stopped on the middle line.

Therefore, if the player performs a reverse push operation when winning a replay combination and the fake reverse push operation navigation is executed, some of the special symbol combinations will be stopped until the right reel 4c and middle reel 4b are stopped. This makes it possible to heighten the player's sense of anticipation until the reels 4 are in the middle of stopping.

FIG. 26 shows the probability of executing the fake reverse push operation navigation when the main controller 10 wins a replay combination during the normal gaming state (advantageous section).

In the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, when a replay winning combination is won, the main controller 10 refers to the difference number counter at that time and performs a fake reverse push operation navigation according to the value of the difference number counter. The system determines whether or not to execute the process.
In addition, in the main control device 10, when a replay combination is won, it is determined whether or not to execute the fake reverse push operation navigation by extracting a predetermined random number.

As shown in FIG. 26, if the value of the difference number counter at the time of winning the replay combination is less than "-10000 (pieces)", the fake reverse push operation navigation is executed with a probability of 3/100 and 97/ There is a 100 chance that it will not be executed.
In addition, if the value of the difference number counter at the time of winning the replay combination is "-10000 (pieces)" to "-5001 (pieces)", the fake reverse push operation navigation will be executed with a probability of 2/100, There is a 98/100 chance that it will not be executed.
In addition, if the value of the difference number counter at the time of winning the replay combination is "-5000 (pieces)" or more, the fake reverse push operation navigation will be executed with a probability of 1/100, and with a probability of 99/100. I try not to.

As described above, when the main control device 10 wins a replay combination during the normal gaming state, the main control device 10 executes the fake reverse push operation navigation similar to the reverse push operation navigation with a predetermined probability.
That is, the main control device 10 as the operation instruction means determines a predetermined probability (for example, 3/ 100), it becomes possible to execute an instruction (fake reverse push operation navigation) for deriving the second special stop mode (“BAR・BAR・BAR”).
Therefore, even if the special winning combination has not been won, it is possible to improve the expectations of the player, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Furthermore, the smaller the value of the difference number counter, the higher the probability that the fake reverse push operation navigation will be executed.
Therefore, the greater the disadvantage on the player's side, the higher the probability that a fake reverse push operation navigation will be executed, and even if the disadvantage on the player's side increases, the player's desire to play will decrease. This makes it possible to prevent this.

In addition, depending on the frequency of execution of the fake reverse push operation navigation when winning a replay combination, it is also possible to estimate the value of the difference number counter at that time, and decide whether or not to continue playing the game for the player. This also makes it possible to provide important information when doing so.
That is, the value of the difference number counter affects the number of medals that can be acquired before the limiter is activated, so estimating the value of the difference number counter is important for the player.

Although the main controller 10 is configured to determine whether or not to execute the fake reverse push operation navigation, the sub control device 20 may also be configured to determine whether or not to execute the fake reverse push operation navigation. good.
In this case, the sub-control device 20 receives from the main control device 10 the control information that can specify the winning of the replay combination and the control information that can specify the value of the difference number counter, and executes the fake reverse push operation navigation. The fake reverse push operation navigation may be executed on the main display 8 by holding a lottery to determine whether or not the user can perform the reverse push operation.
In this case, the sub-control device 20 (or cooperation with the main control device 10) constitutes a stop instruction means.

In addition, each threshold value of the difference number counter that changes the execution probability of the fake reverse push operation navigation is such that the smaller the value of the difference number counter at the time of winning the replay combination, the higher the execution probability of the fake reverse push operation navigation. If so, it may be other than the above, and for example, the execution probability of the fake reverse push operation navigation may be increased each time the difference number of the difference number counter becomes "-1000 sheets".

Next, with reference to FIG. 27, the execution probability of the reverse push operation navigation when a special winning combination is won when a predetermined condition is satisfied will be explained.
As described above, when a special winning combination is won, the main control device 10 refers to the difference number counter at that time and determines whether or not to execute the reverse push operation navigation according to the value of the difference number counter. I have to.
However, in the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, only when a predetermined condition is satisfied during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), the execution probability of the reverse push operation navigation when winning the special winning combination is changed. I have to.

In the main controller 10, as a condition for changing the execution probability of the reverse push operation navigation, "within 100 games after the end of the AT state", that is, 100 games after the AT state are executed in the normal gaming state (advantageous section). "within 100 games after the power is turned on", that is, the period until 100 games are played in the normal gaming state (advantageous section) after the power of the slot machine 1 is turned on, and "within 100 games after the power is turned on". 5,000 games or more'', that is, a period during which the number of games in the normal gaming state (advantageous section) on the slot machine 1 on the day is 5,000 or more.

FIG. 27 shows the probability of executing the reverse push operation navigation, which is executed under the control of the main controller 10, when a special winning combination is won when a predetermined condition is satisfied.
As shown in FIG. 27, if any of the predetermined conditions "within 100 games after the end of AT state", "within 100 games after power on", or "more than 5000 games on the day" is satisfied, the reverse push The operation navigation is executed with a probability of 100/100 and not executed with a probability of 0/100.
Therefore, if the special winning combination is won under the establishment of the predetermined conditions, the probability that the reverse push operation navigation will be executed increases regardless of the value of the difference number counter.

As described above, if the above-mentioned predetermined conditions are satisfied during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), the main control device 10 executes the reverse push operation navigation when winning the special winning combination, regardless of the value of the difference number counter. It controls the
That is, the main control device 10 as the operation instruction means determines that the difference number information (value of the difference number counter) counted by the difference number information counting means (main control device 10) is a predetermined number (“-10000 (sheets)”). Even in the above case, it is possible to execute an instruction to derive the second special stop mode (“BAR・BAR・BAR”) with a special probability (100/100) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition. be.

Therefore, it becomes possible to effectively execute the reverse push operation navigation in response to various changing game-related situations, such as changes in business conditions at the game parlor and changes in the game conditions of the players.
For example, if the probability of executing the reverse push operation navigation is increased during the period until the 100th game is played after the AT state, the player will be prevented from immediately ending the game after the AT state ends. If this can be prevented and the probability of executing the reverse push operation navigation is increased during the period from when the power of the slot machine 1 is turned on until the 100th game is executed, the ability to attract customers immediately after the opening of the gaming parlor will be improved. If the probability of executing the reverse push operation navigation is increased during the period when the number of games in the normal gaming state on the slot machine 1 on the day is 5000 or more, it is possible to increase the probability of executing the reverse push operation navigation. can improve its ability to attract customers.

In addition, when a special winning combination is won under the establishment of a predetermined condition, the reverse push operation navigation is always executed, but the reverse push operation navigation may be executed with a probability of 50/100.
In this case, it is desirable to exclude cases where the value of the difference number counter is already less than a predetermined number (“-10000 (sheets)”).
Further, the predetermined condition may be other than the above as long as it improves the ability of the slot machine 1 to attract customers, and the period during which the predetermined condition continues to be satisfied may be other than the above.
As described above, various controls related to the special AT state are performed.

[Production image when performing the reverse push operation navigation in the second embodiment]
Next, with reference to FIG. 28, the effect image displayed on the main display 8 when the reverse push operation navigation is executed will be described.
As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, the main controller 10 determines (lottery) whether or not to generate a special AT state in a game in which a special winning combination is won, and determines whether or not to generate a special AT state. When it is determined to generate the state, control information for executing the reverse push operation navigation is transmitted to the sub-control device 20 at the start of the game.

In addition, the main control device 10 determines (by lottery) whether or not to execute the fake reverse push operation navigation in the game in which the replay winning combination is won, and when it is decided to execute the fake reverse push operation navigation, , control information for executing the fake reverse push operation navigation is transmitted to the sub-control device 20 at the start of the game.
Then, the sub-control device 20 that has received the control information executes the reverse push operation navigation and the fake reverse push operation navigation on the main display 8 as shown below.

FIG. 28 shows an effect image on the main display 8 when the reverse push operation navigation or the fake reverse push operation navigation is executed.
First, FIG. 28(a) shows an effect image on the main display 8 at the start of the game (during execution of the game) in which the reverse push operation navigation or the fake reverse push operation navigation is to be executed.

As shown in FIG. 28(a), when a special winning combination or a replay winning combination is won in the game during the normal gaming state (advantageous section) and the reverse push operation navigation or fake reverse push operation navigation is executed, the corresponding At the start of the game (while the reels 4 are rotating), operate the stop button 5 by reverse pressing ("5c → 5b → 5a") on the screen approximately in the center of the main display 8, and the symbol "BAR" A special symbol instruction image 60 is displayed, which includes text information such as "Press backwards to align the BARs", which instructs to perform a press operation aiming at the bar.

Further, at the bottom of the special symbol instruction image 60, there is an operation instruction image that instructs to stop the reel 4 by a reverse push operation (in the order of "4c → 4b → 4c"), which is an arrow image pointing leftward. 50b is displayed.
Therefore, the reverse push operation navigation (or fake reverse push operation navigation) will be executed by displaying the special symbol instruction image 60 and the operation instruction image 50b.
Note that while the reverse push operation navigation (or fake reverse push operation navigation) is being executed, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9 and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined manner in response to the operation navigation. becomes.

Next, FIG. 28(b) shows the effect image on the main display 8 and the stopping state of the reels 4 in the case where it has been decided to win a special winning combination in the game and generate a special AT state. .
As shown in FIG. 28(b), when a reverse push operation is performed as a specific operation mode and a target push operation aiming at the "BAR" symbol is performed accurately, the left reel 4a, the middle reel 4b , the BAR symbol 51b stops on each of the right reel 4c, and a special symbol combination (“BAR・BAR・BAR”) as the second special stop mode is stopped and displayed on the middle line.

When the special symbol combination is stopped and displayed on the middle line, as shown in FIG. 28(c), after the game ends, the character information "You did it, special AT status confirmed" will be displayed in the center of the screen of the main display 8. A special success image 61 is displayed to notify the user of the occurrence of the special AT state, and to congratulate the occurrence of the special AT state.
Further, by stopping the special symbol combination, three medals will be awarded (paid out) under the control of the main controller 10.

In addition, even if you win a special prize and the reverse push operation navigation is executed, if you fail to press the "BAR" symbol (when the substitute symbol combination stops), or if you accidentally perform a reverse push operation other than the reverse push operation. Even if the above operation is performed, the special AT state transition lottery has been won, so the special success image 61 will be displayed after the corresponding number of games is completed.

In addition, although not shown in the figure, if you win a special prize but do not win the lottery to transition to the special AT state, the reverse push operation navigation will not be performed in the game where you win the special prize. There is a high possibility that an operation other than the reverse push operation as the normal operation mode (for example, "5a → 5b → 5c") will be performed, and in this case, the predetermined symbol combination ("Replay") as the first special stop mode is likely to be performed.・Replay Bell") will stop on the middle line, and the special AT state will not occur and the normal gaming state will continue.
In addition, in this case, if you perform a stop operation aiming at the "BAR" symbol with a reverse push operation, it is possible to stop the special symbol combination, but since it is not possible to win in the special AT state, the special success image 61 is not displayed and no special AT state occurs.
In addition, if you win the special role but do not win the lottery to enter the special AT state, an effect will be executed in the game that instructs you to perform an operation other than the reverse press operation (for example, a forward press operation). It's okay.

On the other hand, FIG. 28(d) shows the performance image on the main display 8 and the stopping state of the reels 4 when the replay combination has been won in the game and execution of the fake reverse push operation navigation has been determined.
As shown in FIG. 28(d), when the reverse push operation is performed and the push operation aiming at the "BAR" symbol is performed accurately, the BAR symbol appears on each of the middle reel 4b and right reel 4c. 51b stops, the bell symbol 51a placed directly above the BAR symbol 51b on the left reel 4a stops, and the fake symbol combination ("Bell, BAR, BAR") is stopped and displayed on the middle line. .

When the fake symbol combination is stopped and displayed on the middle line, as shown in FIG. 28(e), after the game ends, a failure image 52b consisting of the character information "Unfortunate" is displayed in the center of the screen of the main display 8. This will notify you that the specific symbol combination could not be stopped.
Furthermore, since the fake symbol combination is a type of symbol combination that is stopped when winning a replay combination, the right to replay the game is granted.
Therefore, when the fake reverse push operation navigation is executed, until all reels 4 stop, the same effect as when winning the special AT state will be executed, so the player can The game progresses with anticipation for the AT state.

Although not shown in the figure, if the "BAR" symbol press operation fails when executing the fake reverse push operation navigation, the predetermined symbol combination (for example, "Bell Replay Bell") will stop. After the number of games is completed, the failure image 52b is displayed and the right to play the game again is granted.

As described above, when a special combination is won and the occurrence of a special AT state is determined, a predetermined effect image is displayed on the main display 8 and the reverse push operation navigation is executed. This makes it possible to reliably instruct the person to stop the special symbol combination as the second special stopping mode.
Furthermore, when a special AT state occurs, the special symbol combinations on the reels 4 that require the player's eye press operation are stopped, so the player can be reliably informed that the special AT state has occurred. At the same time, it is possible to form a game mode in which the special AT state is generated by the player's own operation, and it is possible to provide the player with a high sense of satisfaction.

In addition, when a special combination is won and it is determined that a special AT state will occur, even if the substitute symbol combination as the second special stop mode stops, the special AT state will still occur, so the game Even inexperienced beginners can play games with peace of mind.

In addition, in some winning replay combinations, the same fake reverse push operation navigation as when a special AT state occurs is executed, so even when a special AT state does not occur, the player's expectations are increased with appropriate frequency. This makes it possible to improve the
In addition, when the fake reverse push operation navigation is executed, it is possible to postpone the expectation of the occurrence of the special AT state until the left reel 4a, which is to be stopped last, is stopped, so that the player's expectations are more effectively This makes it possible to improve the feeling.

Although the reverse push operation navigation and fake reverse push operation navigation are executed on the main display 8, the reverse push operation navigation and the fake reverse push operation navigation are executed on the sub display 17 alone or on both the main display 8 and the sub display 17. A fake reverse push operation navigation may be executed.
Further, although the fake symbol combination is "BELL/BAR/BAR", any symbol combination other than the special symbol combination may be used.
As described above, the effect image when the reverse push operation navigation is executed is displayed.

[Modification of the second embodiment]
Next, a modification of the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 29 to 31.
In the modified example of the second embodiment, the AT state transition lottery control including the special AT state during the normal gaming state (advantageous section) is different from the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment described above, and other points are Since it is the same as the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment, only the different points will be explained.

In the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment described above, the special AT state transition lottery is executed when a special winning combination is won, but in the modification of the second embodiment, the normal game state During the (advantageous section), a transition lottery for AT states including a special AT state is performed in each game regardless of the winning combination results.
In addition, the normal AT state transfer lottery other than the special AT state is also carried out in each game during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), regardless of the winning combination result.

First, with reference to FIG. 29, the probability state related to the AT state transition lottery in the modified example of the second embodiment will be described.
In a modification of the second embodiment, the main controller 10 performs a AT state transition lottery for each game during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), but the AT state transition lottery is determined to be AT state with a normal probability. Control is performed in either a normal probability state in which the player wins the AT state with a higher probability than the normal probability, or a high probability state in which the AT state transition lottery is performed in such a way that the AT state becomes the winner with a higher probability than the normal probability.

In addition, among the AT states, there is a probability state A related to the transition lottery for the normal AT state (first special gaming state) excluding the special AT state, and a probability state B related to the transition lottery for the special AT state (second special gaming state). A normal probability state A in which the normal AT state transition lottery is held with a normal probability of winning (for example, 1/300), and a normal probability state A in which the normal AT state transition lottery is conducted with a higher winning probability than the normal probability (for example, 1/300). , 1/70), and the transition lottery for the special AT state is performed with the normal probability of winning (for example, 1/8192), and the transition lottery for the special AT state. The control is performed in one of the high probability states B in which the winning probability is higher than the normal probability (for example, 1/1000).

In addition, since probability state A and probability state B are controlled in parallel, overlapping state A, in which normal probability state A and normal probability state B overlap, and high probability state A and normal probability state B, overlap Overlapping state B where normal probability state A and high probability state B overlap, overlapping state D where high probability state A and high probability state B overlap, and each overlapping state As for the state, an AT state transition lottery is performed that reflects both probability states.

Therefore, for example, in overlapping state A, a normal AT state transition lottery is held with a winning probability of 1/300, a special AT state transition lottery is held with a winning probability of 1/8192, and in overlapping state B, normal AT state transition lottery is held with a winning probability of 1/8192. The transition lottery for the AT state will be held with a winning probability of 1/70, the transition lottery for the special AT state will be held with a winning probability of 1/8192, and in the duplicate state C, the transition lottery for the normal AT state will be held with a winning probability of 1/300. The winning probability will be 1/1000, and the special AT state transition lottery will be held with a winning probability of 1/1000.

However, in the overlapping state D, the normal AT state transition lottery is performed with a winning probability of 1/70, and the special AT state transition lottery is performed with a winning probability of 1/200.
In other words, in duplicate state D, a transition lottery would normally be held in which the probability of winning the special AT state would be 1/1000, but now the probability is increased to 1/200 to win the special AT state. It is set to a special AT state with an extremely high probability state in which a transition lottery will be held.

In addition, each winning probability in the normal AT state and special AT state transition lottery may be other than the above, and when transitioning to a high probability state, the winning probability of each AT state increases, and the winning probability of each AT state increases In this case, any method may be used as long as the winning probability of the special AT state is further increased.
In addition, the AT state transition lottery including the special AT state is performed every time the game is executed during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), regardless of the lottery result of the winning combination. A transition lottery may be performed such that if the player wins the rare combination, the probability of winning the normal AT state or the special AT state is higher than in the case where the player does not win.

Next, with reference to FIG. 30, the transition trigger between the above-mentioned probability state A and probability state B will be explained.
In the main controller 10, the high and low levels in probability state A and the high and low levels in probability state B are changed at different triggers, and the high and low levels in probability state A are executed during the normal gaming state (advantageous section). The transition is made based on the number of games played, and the level of probability state B is changed based on the value of the difference number counter.

As shown in FIG. 30, regarding the probability state A, the high and low of the probability state A are alternately changed every time the number of games executed during the normal gaming state (advantageous section) increases to 200 times. The system is designed to perform switching control such that the
For example, in the initial state, normal probability state A is set, and then if 200 games are played during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), the next game is changed to high probability state A, and then the normal gaming state If 200 games (400 in total) are played during the (advantageous section), the next game will be changed to the normal probability state A, and the same state transition will be made thereafter.

On the other hand, regarding probability state B, each time the increase in the value of the difference number counter reaches "-1000 (coins)" during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), the high and low of probability state B are alternately and repeatedly changed. The system is designed to perform switching control such that
For example, in the initial state, the difference number counter is set to "0 (pieces)" and the normal probability state B is set, and if the difference number counter becomes "-1000 (pieces)" after that, from the next game If the state is changed to the high probability state B and the difference number counter becomes "-2000 (coins)" after that, the state is changed to the normal probability state B from the next game, and the same state transition will be made thereafter.
Note that the difference number counter may increase due to the occurrence of winnings (for example, from "-1000" to "-999"), but once the probability state has been changed, even if the difference number counter increases, it will not be the same. It is preferable not to return it.

As described above, since probability state A and probability state B are controlled so that their probabilities are switched at different occasions, a variety of probability states can be formed and the interest of the game can be improved. It becomes possible.
In addition, as the game progresses, it is possible to reliably generate an overlapping state D in which high-probability state A and high-probability state B overlap, that is, an extremely high-probability state of a special AT state, which increases the expectations of players. This makes it possible to improve the

Note that the trigger for changing the winning probability between the probability state A and the probability state B may be other than those described above.
In addition, the winning probability in probability state A and probability state B may be changed in three or more stages in addition to the two stages described above. For example, probability state A is changed from 1/300 to 1/200 every 200 games. → 1/100 → 1/300, and similarly, each time the value of the difference number counter updates "-1000", the probability state B is changed from 1/1000 → 1/500 → 1/300 → The winning probability may be changed to 1/1000 so that three levels of winning probability are repeated.

Next, with reference to FIG. 31, in a modification of the second embodiment, the main display when the special AT state transition lottery is won during the normal gaming state and the transition to the special AT state or the normal AT state is performed. The effect image on the device 8 will be explained.
In a modified example of the second embodiment, in a game during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), a transition lottery between a special AT state and a normal AT state is performed, and if the transition lottery for the special AT state is won, , the gaming state is changed from the normal gaming state to the AT state (special AT state) in which the initial number of medals is 1000.

Then, in the case of winning the special AT state or normal AT state transition lottery in the game during the normal gaming state, the sub control device 20 operates as shown below based on the control information received from the main control device 10. On the main display 8, an effect at the start of the special AT state or the normal AT state is executed.
Furthermore, in response to the effect at the start of the AT state, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9, and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined manner.

In addition, in the modification of the second embodiment, the gaming state is changed from the normal gaming state to the AT state from the game following the game in which the AT state is won, but when the AT state is won, the playing state is changed immediately. Instead of transitioning to the AT state, the transition may be made to the AT state after a predetermined number of games have been played.
In this case, it is preferable to execute an omen effect on the main display 8 before shifting to the AT state.

First, FIG. 31(a) shows the effect image on the main display 8 after the end of the game in which the special AT state or the normal AT state has been won.
As shown in FIG. 31(a), if you win the special AT state or the normal AT state in a game during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), after the game ends, the main screen of the main display 8 An AT state confirmation image 62 consisting of text information of "Congratulations AT state confirmed" to notify that the AT state has been won is displayed in the section.
Note that during the execution of a game in which a special AT state or a normal AT state is won, a performance such as a battle performance is executed, and an AT state confirmation image 62 is displayed in relation to the result of the battle performance. Good too.

Next, FIG. 31(b) shows the effect image on the main display 8 during the execution of the next game after the game in which the special AT state or the normal AT state has been won, that is, the first game in which the gaming state has shifted to the AT state. It shows.
As shown in FIG. 31(b), when the gaming state shifts to the AT state, the AT state confirmation image 62 is continuously displayed on the main display 8, and the reels 4 start rotating. becomes.
However, in the modified example of the second embodiment, similar to when the pseudo bonus state occurs in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment described above, the notification pseudo game is executed in the first game that transitions to the AT state. becomes.

That is, in the first game that directly transitions to the AT state during the normal gaming state, the period from the operation of the start lever 3 until the operation of the stop button 5 becomes effective is shorter than that of a normal game under the control of the main controller 10. has been extended, and during this period, a pseudo game (information pseudo game) in which a so-called reel effect is performed, in which the reel 4 is rotated forward, a predetermined symbol combination on the reel 4 is temporarily stopped, and then rotated forward again is performed. It is executed and the occurrence of the AT state is notified.

Therefore, the rotation of the reels 4 shown in FIG. 31(b) is the rotation of the reels 4 in the notification pseudo game, and after a predetermined period of time (for example, after 5 seconds), a predetermined symbol combination automatically stops ( (pseudo suspension).

If the special AT state transition lottery is won during the normal gaming state, when the reels 4 are pseudo-stopped in the notification pseudo-game, the left reel 4a, the middle reel 4b, the right The BAR symbols 51b are stopped on each of the reels 4c, and the special symbol combination (“BAR・BAR・BAR”) as the second special stopping mode is pseudo-stopped on the middle line, and the transition to the special AT state is possible. You will be notified.
In addition, in response to the pseudo-stop of the special symbol combination, a special AT state confirmation image consisting of character information of "Congratulations special AT state confirmed" is displayed on the main screen of the main display 8 to notify that you have won the special AT state. 63a is displayed.
Then, after a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the pseudo-stop, the rotation of the reels 4 is restarted and the main game in the special AT state is started.

On the other hand, if you win the normal AT state transition lottery during the normal gaming state, when the reels 4 are pseudo-stopped in the notification pseudo-game, as shown in FIG. 31(d), the middle reel 4b and the right reel 4c At the same time, the BAR symbol 51b stops on each, the bell symbol 51a stops on the left reel 4a, the fake symbol combination ("Bell, BAR, BAR") is pseudo-stopped on the middle line, and the state shifts to the normal AT state. This will be announced.
In addition, in response to the pseudo-stop of the fake symbol combination, the main part of the screen of the main display 8 displays the character information "Unfortunate normal AT state confirmed" to notify that the normal AT state has been won.The normal AT state is confirmed. Image 63b is displayed.
Then, after a predetermined period of time has passed since the pseudo-stop, the rotation of the reels 4 is restarted and the main game in the normal AT state is started.
That is, depending on the type of symbol combination that causes a pseudo-stop during the notification pseudo game, it is reported whether the AT state that occurs is a normal AT state or a special AT state.

As described above, in the modification of the second embodiment, when the number of times the game is executed during the normal gaming state (advantageous section) reaches a predetermined number (for example, 200, 400), the normal AT state is set. The probability of winning can be changed from the normal probability state A to the high probability state A.
That is, the main control device 10 executes a first special game that is advantageous to the player based on the establishment of a first condition related to the number of times the game is played during the advantageous period (for example, the number of games reaches 200 or 400). A first high-probability state control means is provided that can control the state (normal AT state) to a first high-probability state (high-probability state A) that increases the probability of occurrence of the state (normal AT state).

In addition, when the value of the difference number counter reaches a predetermined number (for example, "-1000", "-3000") during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), the winning probability of the special AT state is changed from the normal probability state B. This makes it possible to change to the high probability state B.
That is, the main controller 10 determines whether the second condition regarding the difference number information (value of the difference number counter) counted by the difference number information counting means (main controller 10) is met (for example, "-1000", "-3000''), a second high probability state (high probability state B) that increases the probability of occurrence of a second special gaming state (special AT state) that is more advantageous to the player than the first special gaming state ) is provided with a second high probability state control means capable of controlling the state.

Then, when the probability state B becomes the high probability state B, the main control device 10 performs control to increase the winning probability of the special AT state transition lottery, and the probability state A becomes the high probability state A, and the probability state A becomes the high probability state A. When state B becomes high probability state B, control is performed to further increase the winning probability of the special AT state transition lottery.
That is, the main control device 10 as a privilege granting means is controlled to the second high probability state (high probability state B) by the second high probability state control means (main control device 10), so that the privilege granting probability is It is possible to increase the probability of occurrence of the second special gaming state (special AT state), and is controlled to the first high probability state (high probability state A) by the first high probability state control means (main controller 10), and , by being controlled to the second high probability state (controlled to overlapping state D) by the second high probability state control means, it is possible to further increase the probability of occurrence of the second special gaming state as the probability of awarding the benefit. be.

Therefore, the probability state related to the AT state transition lottery changes in a variety of ways, making it possible to improve the interest of the game.
In addition, when two high probability states overlap, the transition lottery for the special AT state is further enhanced than when controlled to high probability state B, making it possible to significantly improve the player's expectations. It becomes.

Although the performance during the notification pseudo game is executed on the main display 8, it may be executed on the sub display 17 alone or on both the main display 8 and the sub display 17.
Also, during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), be in normal probability state A, high probability state A, normal probability state B, high probability state B, overlap state A, overlap state B, overlap state C, and overlap state D. The main display 8 may display an effect image (for example, a stage image) that can notify or suggest the following.
As described above, the slot machine 1 of the second embodiment is realized.

<Third embodiment>
Next, a third embodiment of the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 32 to 40.

The slot machine 1 of the third embodiment is different from the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment in the gaming state transition control related to the transition between the pseudo bonus state and the AT state, and the control during the pseudo bonus state and the AT state. There is.
In the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment described above, the transition to the pseudo-bonus state is controlled based on the number of times the game is executed during the advantageous period and the winning of a predetermined rare combination, but the third embodiment In the slot machine 1, the game points are updated in connection with the execution of the game during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), and a pseudo-bonus state is generated based on the game points reaching a predetermined number. There is.

The updated number of game points changes depending on the lottery results of the winning combinations drawn when the game is executed.
Therefore, in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, the number of games executed directly leads to a transition to the pseudo-bonus state, but in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the details will be described later. , the number of games executed does not directly lead to the transition to the pseudo-bonus state, but the timing of transition to the pseudo-bonus state changes depending on the lottery result of the winning combination.
Furthermore, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, there are two types of pseudo bonus states: a first pseudo bonus state and a second pseudo bonus state, each of which has a different degree of advantage for the player. It becomes.

Furthermore, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the conditions for transitioning to the AT state are also different from those of the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment. The AT state is generated when the transition conditions for the pseudo bonus state are satisfied.
In other words, even in a game where one pseudo-bonus state is occurring, it is possible to continue updating the game points for generating the other pseudo-bonus state. The AT state is generated when the transition conditions are met.

Note that in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment as well, similarly to the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, when a predetermined winning combination (for example, a rare winning combination) is won in the game during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), In some cases, it may be possible to shift to a pseudo bonus state or an AT state.
Furthermore, it may be possible to generate a CZ state.

In the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the gaming state transition control related to the transition between the pseudo-bonus state and the AT state, and the control during the pseudo-bonus state and the AT state are the same as those of the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment described above. The slot machine 1 is different from the slot machine 1 in other respects and is the same as the slot machine 1 described above, so only the different points will be explained.
Therefore, the main controller 10 and the sub-control device 20 are also provided with functions other than those described below, similar to the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment.

[Transition of gaming state in third embodiment]
First, the transition of the gaming state in the slot machine 1 in the third embodiment will be explained with reference to FIG. 32.

As shown in FIG. 32, the game of the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment is executed in a plurality of gaming states: a normal gaming state, a first pseudo-bonus state, a second pseudo-bonus state, and an AT state. The main control device 10 controls the game to transition from one gaming state to another based on the fulfillment of a predetermined transition condition.

Furthermore, the main control device 10 of the third embodiment also includes section control means as in the first embodiment.
Therefore, control related to the normal section and the advantageous section, including the operation of the limiter based on the difference number counter, is performed in the same manner as in the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment.

First, in a game during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), if the transition condition for the first pseudo-bonus state is satisfied, the gaming state is shifted to the first pseudo-bonus state as the first special gaming state (see Fig. 32 arrow l).
Similar to the first embodiment, the first pseudo-bonus state is a gaming state in which push order navigation is executed in the game during the period, and is a gaming state in which the player can easily acquire medals.
Further, the duration of the first pseudo-bonus state is managed by the number of games played during the first pseudo-bonus state, and 30 games are initially given as the remaining number of games.
Then, as the game is executed, the number of remaining games is subtracted by 1, and when there is no remaining number of games, the state is shifted to the normal gaming state (arrow m in FIG. 32).

Further, although details will be described later, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the main controller 10 is capable of controlling the update of the first game points related to the transition to the first pseudo-bonus state, and executes the game. A predetermined number of first game points are updated (added) according to the lottery result of the hand of time, and a condition for transitioning to the first pseudo-bonus state when the first game points reach a predetermined number (first ceiling points). We are trying to make this happen.

Furthermore, in the game during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), if the transition condition for the second pseudo-bonus state is satisfied, the gaming state is shifted to the second pseudo-bonus state as the second special gaming state (Fig. 32 arrow n).
Like the first pseudo-bonus state, the second pseudo-bonus state is a gaming state in which push order navigation is executed in the game during the period, and is a gaming state in which the player can easily obtain medals.

Further, the duration of the second pseudo-bonus state is managed by the number of games played during the second pseudo-bonus state, and 50 games are initially given as the remaining number of games.
Then, as the game is executed, the remaining number of games is subtracted by 1, and when there is no remaining number of games, the state is shifted to the normal gaming state (arrow o in FIG. 32).

Further, although the details will be described later, the main control device 10 is capable of updating control of the second game points related to the transition to the second pseudo bonus state, and the main control device 10 is capable of controlling the update of the second game points related to the transition to the second pseudo bonus state. A predetermined number of points are updated (added), and when the second game points reach a predetermined number (second ceiling points), a transition condition for the second pseudo-bonus state is established.

Further, when the first pseudo-bonus state occurs (transfers), the main controller 10 initializes (zero clears) the first game points, and during the first pseudo-bonus state, the main controller 10 initializes (zero clears) the first game points. By temporarily suspending the update of points and restarting the update of the first game points when transitioning to the normal gaming state (advantageous section) after the end of the first pseudo-bonus state, the next first pseudo-bonus state We are trying to control the migration.
In addition, in the game during the first pseudo-bonus state, the update control of the second game points is continuously executed, so that the transition condition for the second pseudo-bonus state can be satisfied even during the first pseudo-bonus state. It is said that

Similarly, when the second pseudo-bonus state occurs (transfers), the second game points are initialized (zero cleared), and during the second pseudo-bonus state, the second game points are not updated once. If the second pseudo-bonus state is interrupted and shifts to the normal gaming state (advantageous section) after the end of the second pseudo-bonus state, by restarting the update of the second game points, it is possible to move to the next second pseudo-bonus state. I'm trying to control it.

Similarly, in the game during the second pseudo-bonus state, the update control of the first game points is continuously executed, and even during the second pseudo-bonus state, the transition condition for the first pseudo-bonus state is is possible.
That is, while one pseudo-bonus state is occurring, the transition condition for the other pseudo-bonus state is monitored, and even while one pseudo-bonus state is occurring, the transition condition for the other pseudo-bonus state can be satisfied. It is.

If the conditions for transitioning to the second pseudo-bonus state are met while the first pseudo-bonus state is occurring, the player is granted the right to shift the gaming state to the AT state as a third special gaming state that is advantageous to the player. , after the first pseudo-bonus state ends, the gaming state is shifted to the AT state (arrow q in FIG. 32).

On the other hand, if the transition conditions for the first pseudo-bonus state are met while the second pseudo-bonus state is occurring, the right to move to the AT state as the third special gaming state is granted, and the second pseudo-bonus state is After the game ends, the gaming state is transferred to the AT state (arrow r in FIG. 32).
Therefore, if the transition condition for one pseudo-bonus state is satisfied while the other pseudo-bonus state is occurring, the transition condition for the AT state is satisfied, and the other pseudo-bonus state will not occur, and only the AT state will occur. It will become.

Similar to the first embodiment, the AT state is a game state in which push order navigation is executed in the game during the period, and is a game state in which the player can easily acquire medals.
Further, the AT state is managed by the number of medals (net increase) actually acquired by the player while the duration is in the AT state, and a predetermined number (100 or 200) is given as the remaining number of medals at the initial stage.
Then, the remaining number of medals is subtracted in accordance with the number of medals actually acquired by the player (net increase number), and when the remaining number of medals is exhausted, a transition is made to the normal gaming state (arrow p in FIG. 32).

Further, although both the first and second game points are initialized when the AT state is transitioned, updating of both the first and second game points is restarted during the AT state.
Then, during the AT state, if only the transition conditions for the first pseudo-bonus state are satisfied, the right to transition to the first pseudo-bonus state is granted again, and after the end of the AT state, the gaming state is changed to the first pseudo-bonus state. (arrow s in FIG. 32).

On the other hand, if only the transition conditions for the second pseudo-bonus state are satisfied during the AT state, the right to move to the second pseudo-bonus state is granted again, and the gaming state changes to the second pseudo-bonus state after the AT state ends. (arrow t in FIG. 32).

Additionally, if the transition conditions for both the first pseudo-bonus state and the second pseudo-bonus state are met during the AT state, the right to enter the AT state will be granted again, and after the AT state ends, the gaming state will change. Moved to new AT state.

In addition, if the transition condition for the other pseudo-bonus state is satisfied during one pseudo-bonus state (the transition condition for the AT state is satisfied), the transition to the AT state is made after the existing pseudo-bonus state ends. However, it may be possible to immediately shift to the AT state without waiting for the end of the pseudo bonus state.
In this case, although there is a high possibility that there is a remaining number of games in the pseudo-bonus state, it is preferable to provide benefits (for example, add on the number of remaining medals) according to this remaining number of games.

Further, although the duration of the AT state is managed by the number of remaining medals, the duration may be managed by the number of remaining games.
Further, during the AT state, an additional lottery may be performed in which a predetermined number of medals is added to the remaining number of medals based on the winning of a predetermined winning combination (such as a rare winning combination).

[Game point update control in third embodiment]
Next, with reference to FIGS. 33 and 34, game point update control related to transition of the pseudo bonus state will be described.
As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the main controller 10 updates the game points in connection with the execution of the game during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), and updates the game points when the game points reach the ceiling. When the points are reached, the gaming state is shifted to a pseudo-bonus state.
That is, the main control device 10 performs control to generate a pseudo-bonus state by managing the progress status related to the execution of the game by updating the game points.

Further, the main control device 10 as a lottery means changes the updated number of game points according to the type of winning combination drawn during game execution, and changes the updated number according to the lottery result of the winning combination. There is.
Also, one game point will be updated during the other's pseudo-bonus state (and AT state), but during the pseudo-bonus state, the control is such that it is updated in a different manner than during the normal gaming state. I try to do this.
For example, during the first pseudo-bonus state, the second game points will be updated, but the second game points at this time will be updated in a different manner than during the normal gaming state. .

First, with reference to FIG. 33, updating (addition) of the first game points as the first information related to the transition to the first pseudo-bonus state will be described.
FIG. 33(a) shows the updated value (additional value) of the first game point according to the winning combination result during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), which is determined under the control of the main controller 10.
The main control device 10 extracts a predetermined random number when the game is executed to determine the added value of each game point with the probability shown in the figure.

As shown in FIG. 33(a), if the lottery result of the winning combination during the normal gaming state (advantageous section) is a weak rare winning combination (weak cherry winning, weak watermelon winning), there is a 0% probability that the lottery result will be the winning combination. Add "1" to 1 game point, add "2" to the first game point with a 50% probability, add "3" to the first game point with a 50% probability, and add "3" to the first game point with a 50% probability. Update control of the first game point is performed such as adding "5" to the first game point.

Similarly, if the winning hand lottery result during the normal gaming state (advantageous section) is a strong rare hand (strong cherry hand, strong watermelon hand, chance hand), there is a 0% probability that the first game point will be awarded. Add "1", add "2" to the first game point with a 30% probability, add "3" to the first game point with a 60% probability, and get the first game point with a 10% probability The first game point is updated by adding "5" to the first game point.

Similarly, if the lottery result of a role during the normal gaming state (advantageous section) is a role other than a rare role (Bell role, replay role, etc.), there is a 100% probability that the first game point will be ``1''. ” is added to the first game point with a 0% probability, “3” is added to the first game point with a 0% probability, and “2” is added to the first game point with a 0% probability. Update control of the first game point is performed such as adding "5".

Note that the first game points are initialized (cleared to zero) upon occurrence of the first pseudo-bonus state, and updating thereof is interrupted during the first pseudo-bonus state.
The first game points are also initialized when the main control device 10 is reset or when the game section shifts to the normal section.
However, if the AT state is entered during the first pseudo-bonus state, updating of the first game points, which is the initial value, will be restarted during the AT state.

Next, FIG. 33(b) shows the updated value (additional value) of the first game points according to the lottery result of the combination in the second pseudo bonus state and the AT state, which is determined by the control of the main controller 10. It shows.

In the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the main controller 10 initializes the first game points when the first pseudo-bonus state occurs, and also initializes the first game points during the first pseudo-bonus state. The update of game points is interrupted (stopped).
In addition, when the second pseudo-bonus state occurs, the first game points are continued to be updated even during the second pseudo-bonus state, and the first game points reach the ceiling point during the second pseudo-bonus state. In this case, the AT state is caused to occur after the second pseudo-bonus state ends.

When the AT state occurs, the initialized first game point is restarted, and when the first game point reaches the ceiling point during the AT state, the first game point is updated after the AT state ends. 1 pseudo-bonus state can occur.
Therefore, the update of the first game points will be interrupted during the first pseudo-bonus state, but the first game points will be updated during the second pseudo-bonus state and the AT state, and the update mode will be is shown below.

As shown in FIG. 33(b), if the lottery result of the winning combination in the second pseudo-bonus state and the AT state is a weak rare winning combination (weak cherry winning, weak watermelon winning), there is a probability of 0%. Add "1" to the first game point, 25% probability add "2" to the first game point, 65% probability add "3" to the first game point, 10% probability Update control of the first game point is performed such that "5" is added to the first game point.

Similarly, if the lottery result of the role in the second pseudo-bonus state and the AT state is a strong rare role (strong cherry role, strong watermelon role, chance role), there is a 0% probability that the first game point will be Add "1" to , add "2" to the first game point with a 10% probability, add "3" to the first game point with a 70% probability, and add "3" to the first game point with a 20% probability. Update control of the first game points is performed such as adding "5" to the points.

Similarly, if the lottery result of the role in the second pseudo-bonus state and the AT state is a role other than the rare role (Bell role, replay role, etc.), there is an 80% probability that the first game point will be Add "1" to the first game point with a 15% probability, add "3" to the first game point with a 5% probability, and add "3" to the first game point with a 0% probability. Update control of the first game point is performed such as adding "5".

As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the main control device 10 updates (the value of) the first game point according to the winning combination result when the game is executed. By managing the progress related to the above, control for generating the first pseudo-bonus state is performed.
That is, the main control device 10 is equipped with a first progress management means that can manage the progress related to the execution of the game by updating the first information (first game points) in connection with the execution of the game. .
Therefore, it becomes possible to reliably manage the progress status related to the execution of the game, and it becomes possible to reliably execute control for generating the first pseudo-bonus state.

Furthermore, the main controller 10 updates the first game points even during the second pseudo-bonus state, and generates the AT state when the first game points reach the ceiling point during the second pseudo-bonus state. be.
That is, the main control device 10 as the first progress management means can update the first information (first game points) even during the second special game state (second pseudo bonus state).
Therefore, it is possible to reliably update the first game points while the second pseudo-bonus state is occurring, and it is possible to reliably generate the AT state.

Also, if you win a rare role during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), the additional value of the first game point will be larger than if you win a role other than a rare role, and if you win a strong rare role. In this case, the additional value of the first game points becomes even larger, so the possibility of shifting to the first pseudo-bonus state earlier increases accordingly.
That is, the main controller 10 as the first progress management means can update the first information (first game points) in an update mode corresponding to the lottery result (winning combination) by the lottery means (main controller 10). That's what I do.
Therefore, when winning a rare combination, it is possible to improve the player's expectations for the occurrence of the first pseudo-bonus state.

Furthermore, even if the rare combination is not won, "1" will be added to the first game point, and the first game point will always be added as the game progresses.
Therefore, even if the player does not win the rare combination, it is possible to prevent the player's desire to play from decreasing, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

In addition, the probability that a large additional value of the first game points will be selected is higher during the second pseudo bonus state and the AT state than during the normal gaming state, so the second pseudo bonus state is higher than during the normal gaming state. The number of updates of the first game points per unit game is greater during the bonus state and the AT state.
For example, if you win a weak rare combination during the normal gaming state, the update mode will be such that the first game point will be added by 3 with a 50% probability, but during the second pseudo-bonus state and the AT state, If a weak rare combination is won in , the update mode (first update mode) is such that "3" is added to the first game point with a 65% probability.

That is, during the second special gaming state (second pseudo-bonus state), the main control device 10 as the first progress management means updates the first information in a first update mode different from the update mode during the normal gaming state. (first game point) can be updated.
Therefore, when the second pseudo-bonus state occurs, it is possible to improve the player's expectations for the occurrence of the AT state.

Furthermore, during the first pseudo-bonus state, the updating of the first game points will be interrupted (stopped), but if an AT state occurs, the updating of the first game points will be resumed and the AT Even during this state, the arrival of the first game point to the ceiling point (satisfaction of the first condition) is monitored.

That is, the main control device 10 as the first progress management means can stop updating the first information (first game points) during the first special game state (first pseudo-bonus state), and When the third special gaming state (AT state) occurs, updating of the first information can be resumed.
Even during the third special game state, it is possible to monitor whether the first game points reach the ceiling point as the first condition.

Therefore, when the AT state occurs, the updating of the first game points will be restarted, so the first game points will be updated to generate the first pseudo-bonus state or new AT state after the AT state ends. It becomes possible to reliably monitor the update and the arrival of the first game point to the ceiling point.

Next, with reference to FIG. 34, updating (addition) of second game points as second information related to transition to the second pseudo-bonus state will be described.
FIG. 34(a) shows the updated value (additional value) of the second game points according to the winning combination result during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), which is determined under the control of the main controller 10.

As shown in FIG. 34(a), if the lottery result of the winning combination during the normal gaming state (advantageous section) is a weak rare winning combination (weak cherry winning, weak watermelon winning), there is a 0% probability that the lottery result will be the winning combination. Add "1" to the second game point, add "2" to the second game point with a 45% probability, add "3" to the second game point with a 55% probability, and add "3" to the second game point with a 55% probability. Update control of the second game point is performed such as adding "5" to the first game point.

Similarly, if the winning hand lottery result during the normal gaming state (advantageous section) is a strong rare hand (strong cherry hand, strong watermelon hand, chance hand), there is a 0% probability that the second game point will be awarded. Add "1", add "2" to the second game point with a 25% probability, add "3" to the second game point with a 65% probability, and add "3" to the second game point with a 10% probability The second game point is updated by adding "5" to the second game point.

Similarly, if the lottery result of a role during the normal gaming state (advantageous section) is a role other than a rare role (Bell role, replay role, etc.), there is a 100% probability that "1" will be added to the second game point. ” is added to the second game point with a 0% probability, “3” is added to the second game point with a 0% probability, and “3” is added to the second game point with a 0% probability. Update control of the second game point is performed such as adding "5".

Note that the second game points are initialized (cleared to zero) upon occurrence of the second pseudo-bonus state, and their updating is interrupted during the second pseudo-bonus state.
Further, the second game points are also initialized when the main control device 10 is reset or when the game section shifts to the normal section.
However, if the AT state is entered during the second pseudo-bonus state, updating of the second game points, which is the initial value, will be restarted during the AT state.

Next, FIG. 34(b) shows the updated value (additional value) of the second game points according to the winning combination results in the first pseudo-bonus state and the AT state, which is determined by the control of the main controller 10. It shows.

In the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the main controller 10 initializes the second game points when the second pseudo-bonus state occurs, and also initializes the second game points during the second pseudo-bonus state. The update of game points is interrupted (stopped).
Furthermore, when the first pseudo-bonus state occurs, the second game points are continued to be updated even during the first pseudo-bonus state, and the second game points reach the ceiling point during the first pseudo-bonus state. In this case, the AT state is caused to occur after the first pseudo-bonus state ends.

When the AT state occurs, the initialized second game point is restarted, and when the first game point reaches the ceiling point during the AT state, the second game point is updated after the AT state ends. 2 pseudo-bonus states are generated, and if both the first game point and the second game point reach the ceiling point during the AT state, the AT state is generated again after the AT state ends.
Therefore, the update of the second game points will be interrupted during the second pseudo-bonus state, but the second game points will be updated during the first pseudo-bonus state and the AT state, and the update mode will be is shown below.

As shown in FIG. 34(b), if the lottery result of the winning combination in the first pseudo-bonus state and the AT state is a weak rare winning combination (weak cherry winning, weak watermelon winning), there is a probability of 0%. Add "1" to the second game point, 40% probability add "2" to the second game point, 60% probability add "3" to the second game point, 0% probability Update control of the second game point is performed such that "5" is added to the second game point.

Similarly, if the lottery result of the role in the first pseudo-bonus state and AT state is a strong rare role (strong cherry role, strong watermelon role, chance role), there is a 0% probability that the second game point will be earned. Add "1" to the second game point with a 20% probability, add "2" to the second game point with a 65% probability, add "3" to the second game point with a 65% probability, and add "2" to the second game point with a 65% probability. Second game point update control is performed such as adding "5" to the points.

Similarly, if the lottery result of the role during the first pseudo-bonus state and the AT state is a role other than the rare role (Bell role, replay role, etc.), there is a 90% probability that the second game point will be Add "1" to the second game point with a 10% probability, add "3" to the second game point with a 0% probability, and add "3" to the second game point with a 0% probability. Update control of the second game point is performed such as adding "5".

As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the main control device 10 updates (the value of) the second game point according to the lottery result of the winning combination when the game is executed. By managing the progress related to this, control for generating the second pseudo-bonus state is performed.
That is, the main control device 10 is equipped with a second progress management means that can manage the progress related to the execution of the game by updating the second information (second game points) in connection with the execution of the game. .
Therefore, it becomes possible to reliably manage the progress status related to the execution of the game, and it becomes possible to reliably execute control for generating the second pseudo-bonus state.

Furthermore, the main controller 10 updates the second game points even during the first pseudo-bonus state, and generates the AT state when the second game points reach the ceiling point during the first pseudo-bonus state. be.
That is, the main control device 10 as the second progress management means can update the second information (second game points) even during the first special game state (first pseudo-bonus state).
Therefore, it is possible to reliably update the second game points while the first pseudo-bonus state is occurring, and it is possible to reliably cause the AT state to occur.

In addition, if you win a rare role during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), the additional value of the second game point will be larger than if you win a role other than a rare role, and if you win a strong rare role. In this case, the additional value of the second game points becomes even larger, so the possibility of shifting to the second pseudo-bonus state earlier increases accordingly.
Therefore, when winning a rare combination, it is possible to improve the player's expectations for the occurrence of the second pseudo-bonus state.

Also, even if you do not win the rare role, "1" will be added to the second game point, and as you progress through the game, the second game point will always be added. Even if the player does not win, it is possible to prevent the player's desire to play from decreasing, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

In addition, the probability of selecting a large second game point addition value is higher during the first pseudo bonus state and the AT state than during the normal gaming state, so the first pseudo bonus is higher than during the normal gaming state. The number of updates of the second game points per unit game is greater during the state and the AT state.
For example, if you win a weak rare combination during the normal gaming state, the update mode will be such that the second game point will be added by 3 with a 55% probability, but during the first pseudo-bonus state and the AT state, If the weak rare combination is won in , the update mode (second update mode) is such that the second game point is added by "3" with a probability of 60%.

That is, during the first special gaming state (first pseudo-bonus state), the main control device 10 as the second progress management means updates the second information in a second update mode different from the update mode during the normal gaming state. (second game points) can be updated.
Therefore, when the first pseudo-bonus state occurs, it is possible to improve the player's expectations for the occurrence of the AT state.

In addition, during the normal gaming state, the probability that a large additional value will be selected for the second game point is higher than for the first game point, so during the normal gaming state, the probability that a large additional value will be selected is higher for the second game point than for the first game point. The number of updated game points per unit game is larger for the second game point.
That is, the main control device 10 as the second progress management means can update the second information (second game points) in an update mode corresponding to the lottery result (winning combination) by the lottery means (main control device 10). Therefore, the second information can be updated in an update mode different from the update mode of the first information (first game points).
Therefore, it is possible to make the progress of the game different between the occurrence of the first pseudo-bonus state and the second pseudo-bonus state, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Furthermore, the probability that a large additional value will be selected is higher when the first game points are added during the second pseudo-bonus state than when the second game points are added during the first pseudo-bonus state. Therefore, update control is performed that is more advantageous to the player during the second pseudo-bonus state than during the first pseudo-bonus state.
For example, if you win a weak rare combination during the first pseudo-bonus state, there will be an update mode (second update mode) in which "3" second game points will be added with a 60% probability. An update mode (first update mode) in which when a weak rare combination is won during the pseudo bonus state, the first game point is added by "3" with a probability of 65% (see FIG. 33(b)). It will become.

That is, when the first information (first game points) is updated in the first update mode, the main control device 10 updates the second information (second game points) in the second update mode. This also increases the rate at which information is updated.
Therefore, since the second pseudo-bonus state has a higher possibility of transitioning to the AT state than the first pseudo-bonus state, the second pseudo-bonus state has a special advantageous effect for the player than the first pseudo-bonus state. When the game state is entered and the second pseudo-bonus state occurs, it becomes possible to further improve the player's sense of expectation.

Furthermore, during the second pseudo-bonus state, the update of the second game points will be interrupted (stopped), but if an AT state occurs, the update of the second game points will be resumed and the AT Even during this state, the arrival of the second game point to the ceiling point (satisfaction of the second condition) is monitored.
That is, the main control device 10 as the second progress management means can stop updating the second information (second game points) during the second special game state (second pseudo bonus state), and When the third special gaming state (AT state) occurs, updating of the second information can be restarted.
Even during the third special game state, it is possible to monitor whether the second game points reach the ceiling point as the second condition.

Therefore, when the AT state occurs, the update of the second game points will be restarted, so the second game points will be updated to generate the second pseudo bonus state or new AT state after the AT state ends. It becomes possible to reliably monitor the update and the arrival of the second game point to the ceiling point.
In addition, as mentioned above, the updating of the first game points will also be restarted during the AT state, so during the AT state, the first game points will reach the ceiling point (the first condition is met). Since both the arrival of the second game point to the ceiling point (the fulfillment of the second condition) will be monitored, the first condition for generating the AT state again (new AT state) after the end of the AT state This makes it possible to reliably monitor whether both the first condition and the second condition are satisfied.

The selection rate of the additional value of each game point when winning each role may be other than the above as long as the above tendency can be formed. For example, the selection rate of the additional value of each game point in the second pseudo-bonus state is higher than that in the first pseudo-bonus state. The selection rate of the additional value of each game point at the time of winning each combination may be other than the above as long as it increases the possibility of transitioning to the state.

Furthermore, during the normal game state, the probability that a larger additional value will be selected for the first game point than for the second game point may be made higher.
In this way, the second pseudo-bonus state is more difficult to occur than the first pseudo-bonus state, but if the second pseudo-bonus state, which is difficult to occur, occurs, there is a possibility that the AT state will occur. It is possible to create a game content in which the price increases, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Further, during the AT state, the selection rate may be set so that the probability that a small additional value is selected when each winning combination is won is higher than during the normal gaming state or the pseudo-bonus state.
In this way, it becomes possible to suppress the frequency of occurrence of the AT state, and it becomes possible to adjust the profit balance between the game parlor and the players.
As described above, game point update control in the third embodiment is performed.

[Ceiling point determination control in third embodiment]
Next, with reference to FIG. 35, selection of ceiling points in the normal gaming state (advantageous section) in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment will be explained.
For example, the main control device 10 is configured to select a ceiling point in the subsequent normal gaming state (advantageous section) when an advantageous section transition condition is satisfied (for example, winning a bell combination) in the normal section in the normal gaming state. I have to.

Then, when the game points in the normal gaming state reach the selected and set ceiling points, a pseudo-bonus state is generated as a bonus award.
Furthermore, while one pseudo-bonus state (e.g., first pseudo-bonus state) is occurring, game points (e.g., second game points) related to the occurrence of the other pseudo-bonus state (e.g., second pseudo-bonus state) are When the ceiling point is reached, an AT state is generated.

In the third embodiment, the first game point for generating the first pseudo-bonus state and the second game point for generating the second pseudo-bonus state are provided, so that the first game point corresponds to the first game point. A first ceiling point corresponding to the second game point and a second ceiling point corresponding to the second game point are provided, and when each game point reaches the ceiling point, a corresponding pseudo bonus state is generated.

Further, when determining each ceiling point, the main controller 10 first determines a zone in which a predetermined range of points for roughly determining the ceiling points is determined, and then selects a zone from within the range of points in the determined zone. The ceiling point is determined by selecting point 1.
Nine types of zones, zones 0 to 8, are preset, and each zone is set at a predetermined interval. Therefore, when the actual game points reach one of these nine types of zones, the possibility of a pseudo-bonus state occurring increases, and the player's expectations increase at a predetermined period.

The selection range of ceiling points in each zone is 0 to 100 points in zone 0, 101 to 200 points in zone 1, 201 to 300 points in zone 2, 301 to 400 points in zone 3, and 301 to 400 points in zone 4. 401-500 points, zone 5 501-600 points, zone 6 601-700 points, zone 7 701-800 points, and zone 8 801-900 points.

Therefore, for example, if zone 0 is selected, a ceiling point with a relatively small number of points will be determined, and the game will proceed in a manner advantageous to the player. If selected, a ceiling point with a relatively large number of points will be determined, and the game will proceed in a manner disadvantageous to the player. However, even if zone 8 is selected, since the maximum value is set to 900 points, a pseudo-bonus state will definitely occur before the maximum value of points is reached.

Note that the zone determination and ceiling point determination are performed not only at the start of the game when the normal section shifts to the advantageous section, but also at the pseudo-bonus state (first pseudo-bonus state or second pseudo-bonus state) after the game points reach the ceiling point. It is also executed at the first game start time in the normal game state after the end of the pseudo-bonus state, or at the first game start time in the AT state.
Therefore, when the normal gaming state is entered after the end of the pseudo-bonus state, only the ceiling points corresponding to the game points that triggered the transition to the pseudo-bonus state will be determined.

FIG. 35 shows the selection rate of zones for determining ceiling points at the first and second game points.
Note that the selection rate of the zone is set according to the setting value in the probability setting device 14.

When determining the first and second game points, the main controller 10 first extracts a predetermined random number to determine one of zones 0 to 8 with each probability shown in FIG. , the ceiling point is determined from within the determined zone based on the extraction of predetermined random numbers.

First, FIG. 35(a) shows the selection rate of zones when determining the first ceiling point.
As shown in FIG. 35(a), for example, when the setting value in the probability setting device 14 is setting 1, zone 0 is selected with a probability of 6%, zone 1 is selected with a probability of 15%, There is a 1% probability that Zone 2 will be selected, a 15% probability that Zone 3 will be selected, a 1% probability that Zone 4 will be selected, a 25% probability that Zone 5 will be selected, and a 2% probability that Zone 6 will be selected. is selected, zone selection control is performed such that zone 7 is selected with a probability of 35% and zone 8 is selected with a probability of 0%.

Furthermore, although a detailed explanation will be omitted, even when the setting value in the probability setting device 14 is set to 2 to 6, one of the zones will be selected and determined with each probability shown in FIG. 35(a). .

Next, FIG. 35(b) shows the selection rate of zones when determining the second ceiling point.
As shown in FIG. 35(b), for example, when the setting value in the probability setting device 14 is setting 1, zone 0 is selected with a probability of 6%, zone 1 is selected with a probability of 1%, There is a 15% probability that Zone 2 will be selected, a 1% probability that Zone 3 will be selected, a 15% probability that Zone 4 will be selected, a 1% probability that Zone 5 will be selected, and a 25% probability that Zone 6 will be selected. is selected, zone 7 is selected with a probability of 2%, and zone 8 is selected with a probability of 35%, so that zone selection control is performed.

Further, although a detailed explanation will be omitted, even when the setting value in the probability setting device 14 is set to 2 to 6, one of the zones will be selected and determined with each probability shown in FIG. 35(b). .

Although not shown, after each zone is determined, a lottery is held to determine the ceiling points set within the zone, and the current ceiling points are finally determined.
For example, when determining the first game points, if zone 0 is determined, any number of points from 0 to 100 points is determined as the first ceiling point.

For example, if the first game point reaches the determined first ceiling point during the normal gaming state, the first pseudo-bonus state will occur, and the second game point will be increased during the normal gaming state. However, when the second ceiling point determined above is reached, a second pseudo-bonus state occurs.
Furthermore, if the second game points reach the second ceiling point during the first pseudo-bonus state, an AT state will occur, and the first game points will reach the first ceiling point during the second pseudo-bonus state. When the point is reached, an AT state occurs. That is, when the conditions for generating the first pseudo-bonus state are satisfied and the conditions for generating the second pseudo-bonus state are satisfied, the AT state will occur.

The number of ceiling games within each zone is determined based on the random number for ceiling point lottery, which is extracted at the same time as the random number for zone lottery, and the ceiling points within each zone are drawn equally. However, the ceiling points may be determined with a biased selection rate so as to have a predetermined tendency within each zone.

As described above, the main controller 10 determines each ceiling point and generates the first pseudo bonus state when (the value of) the first game point reaches (the value of) the first ceiling point. Let it happen.
That is, when the first condition based on the update of the first information (first game point) is satisfied (the first ceiling point is reached), the main control device 10 sets the first special game state (which is advantageous to the player) to the player. A first special game state control means that can generate a first pseudo bonus state is provided.

Further, the main controller 10 determines each ceiling point, and generates a second pseudo bonus state when (the value of) the second game point reaches (the value of) the second ceiling point. .
That is, when the second condition based on the update of the second information (second game points) is satisfied (the second ceiling point is reached), the main control device 10 sets the second special game state ( A second special game state control means capable of generating a second pseudo bonus state is provided.
Therefore, it is possible to reliably make the generation conditions in the first and second pseudo-bonus states different, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Further, the main control device 10 controls, when a condition for generating a second pseudo-bonus state is satisfied during the first pseudo-bonus state, or when a condition for generating the first pseudo-bonus state is satisfied during the second pseudo-bonus state. This causes an AT state to occur.
That is, the main control device 10 determines that the first condition is satisfied (the first game point reaches the first ceiling point) and the second condition is satisfied (the second game point reaches the second ceiling point). Based on this, the third special game state control means is provided which can generate a third special game state (AT state) that is advantageous to the player.

Therefore, it is possible to create a manner in which an AT state occurs that has not been seen before, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.
Further, even if any pseudo-bonus state occurs, it is possible to create the possibility of further awarding of benefits, so it is possible to improve the player's expectations.

Furthermore, there is a high possibility that the zone where the pseudo-bonus state is likely to occur is different between the first pseudo-bonus state and the second pseudo-bonus state.
For example, at the first ceiling point, zones 1, 3, 5, and 7 are relatively easy to select, but at the second ceiling point, zones 2, 4, 6, and 8 are relatively easy to select.

Therefore, it is possible to prevent the timing for improving players' expectations regarding the occurrence of a pseudo-bonus state from concentrating on one point, and to increase the level of interest so that there is no period when players' expectations decrease. This makes it possible to play high-quality games.
In addition, since the tendency of zones with a high probability of occurrence differs between the first pseudo-bonus state and the second pseudo-bonus state, it is possible to form a variety of ways in which pseudo-bonus states occur, which improves the interest of the game. This makes it possible.

Furthermore, zone 8 is not selected at the first ceiling point.
Therefore, it is possible to set a difference in the maximum ceiling points between the first pseudo-bonus state and the second pseudo-bonus state, and it becomes possible to execute highly interesting games that change the player's expectations. be.

Furthermore, zone 0 is selected with a relatively high probability regardless of the type of pseudo-bonus state.
Therefore, regardless of the type of pseudo-bonus state, it is possible to improve the player's sense of expectation immediately after the pseudo-bonus state ends.

Note that when determining the ceiling points, processing for determining the game mode may be performed.
For example, when setting a normal mode in which one of the zones 0 to 8 can be selected as the game mode and a heaven mode in which only zone 0 is selected, and determining the ceiling point, the probability setting device 14 It is also possible to select one of the game modes with a probability according to the set value.
In this case, when the heaven mode is selected, a pseudo-bonus state will always occur within 100 points, making it possible to improve the player's sense of expectation.
It is preferable that the probability of selecting the heaven mode increases as the setting value in the probability setting device 14 increases.

In addition, the zone determination and the ceiling point determination are performed at the beginning of the game when the normal section shifts to the advantageous section, and at the beginning of the normal gaming state after the end of the pseudo-bonus state (first pseudo-bonus state or second pseudo-bonus state). This is executed at each of the game start time and the first game start time in the AT state, but selection control may be performed such that each zone is selected with a different probability at each time point.
As described above, ceiling point determination control in the third embodiment is performed.

[Production in the third embodiment]
Next, various performances in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment will be explained with reference to FIGS. 36 to 38.

First, with reference to FIG. 36, the effect images displayed on the main display 8 during the normal gaming state and during the first pseudo-bonus state will be described.
As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the main controller 10 updates (adds) the first game points and the second game points during the normal gaming state (advantageous section). However, in the sub-control device 20, based on the reception of the control information from the main control device 10, an image notifying each updated game point (value) is displayed on the main display 8.

Further, the main controller 10 generates a first pseudo-bonus state when the first game point reaches the first ceiling point, but the sub-control device 20 Based on the reception of the control information, a predetermined effect image is displayed on the main display 8 to execute the effect during the first pseudo-bonus state.

FIG. 36 shows an effect image displayed on the main display 8 during the normal gaming state and the first pseudo-bonus state.
First, FIG. 36(a) shows an effect image on the main display 8 displayed during the normal gaming state.

As shown in FIG. 36(a), during the normal gaming state, a normal gaming state image 70 is displayed on the main part of the screen of the main display 8.
The normal gaming state image 70 is made up of a moving image of a predetermined character, background, etc., and is an image that notifies the user that the normal gaming state is in progress or increases the interest during the normal gaming state.

Further, during the normal gaming state, the first game point image 71a is displayed at the lower left of the screen of the main display 8.
The first game point image 71a is composed of an image containing numerical information (for example, "100" as shown in the figure), and displays (the value of) the first game point counted by the main controller 10 using numerical information, and This is an image in which numerical information is updated and displayed in accordance with the update of one game point.

Further, during the normal gaming state, a second game point image 71b is displayed at the lower right of the screen of the main display 8.
The second game point image 71b is composed of an image containing numerical information (for example, "150" as shown in the figure), and displays (the value of) the second game point counted by the main controller 10 using numerical information. 2 This is an image in which numerical information is updated and displayed in accordance with the update of game points.

Therefore, the player proceeds with the game while checking the first game point image 71a and the second game point image 71b and expecting the occurrence of the first and second pseudo bonus states.
Further, when updating the first game point image 71a and the second game point image 71b, a predetermined effect image is displayed and a sound effect is output from the speaker 9.

In addition, during the normal game state, in the period immediately before each game point reaches the ceiling point (for example, before 30 points), a precursory effect is executed on the main display 8 as in the first embodiment. Good too.
Similarly, even if each game point does not reach the ceiling point immediately after, a fake precursor effect is displayed on the main display 8 during a predetermined period (for example, 20 games) as in the first embodiment. Good too.
In this case, an image related to the precursor effect (or fake precursor effect) will be displayed in place of the normal game state image 70, but the first game point image 71a and the second game point image 71b will continue to be displayed. It is preferable.

In addition, regardless of the presence or absence of the above-mentioned foreshadowing effect, in games where each game point reaches the ceiling point, an image of a battle between an ally character and an enemy character is displayed during the game, and an image of the ally character fighting after the game ends. It is preferable that a battle effect (main battle effect) that displays a winning image (an image notifying the transition to a pseudo-bonus state) is executed on the main display 8.

In addition, when executing a fake omen effect, a battle effect (fake battle effect) is executed on the main display 8 similar to the above in the final game where the fake omen effect for a predetermined period (for example, 20 games) ends. In this case, it is preferable to display an image in which the ally character is defeated after the end of the game (an image notifying that the transition to the pseudo-bonus state will not occur).
Therefore, if an ally character wins in the battle performance, the game state will shift to the pseudo-bonus state from the next game, and if the character loses, the fake omen performance will end from the next game and the normal game state will continue. Become.

It should be noted that it is preferable that the fake omen performance is executed with a predetermined probability based on the extraction of predetermined random numbers, but when each game point reaches the number of points in the zone where each ceiling point is likely to be selected as shown in FIG. It is preferable to execute with high probability.
Further, it is preferable that the fake omen performance is not executed for a predetermined period immediately before each game point reaches each ceiling point.
Further, the above-mentioned battle performance may be performed in a continuous performance across a plurality of games (for example, three games).

Next, FIG. 36(b) shows an effect image on the main display 8 when the first game point reaches the first ceiling point during the normal gaming state and the first pseudo-bonus state occurs. .

As shown in FIG. 36(b), when the gaming state shifts from the normal gaming state to the first pseudo-bonus state, a first pseudo-bonus state image 73a is displayed on the main part of the screen of the main display 8.
The first pseudo-bonus state image 73a is composed of a moving image of a predetermined character, background, etc., and serves as an image to notify that the first pseudo-bonus state is in progress or to increase interest during the first pseudo-bonus state. ing.
Note that during the first pseudo-bonus state, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9, and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined manner.

In addition, if a push order Bell combination is won during the first pseudo-bonus state, a push order navigation image 75 (illustrated “2, 1, 3 ") is displayed on the lower side of the screen of the main display 8 and in front of the first pseudo-bonus state image 73a.

In addition, during the first pseudo-bonus state, a remaining game number image 72a ("30G remaining" in the figure) containing numerical information notifying the remaining number of games in the first pseudo-bonus state is displayed at the upper left of the screen of the main display 8. At the same time, in the upper right of the screen of the main display 8, an acquired medal image 72b (illustrated ``Remaining medals'' "0 sheets") is displayed.

Further, even when the state shifts to the first pseudo-bonus state, the first game point image 71a and the second game point image 71b are continuously displayed.
As mentioned above, when transitioning to the first pseudo-bonus state, the first game points are initialized and point updating is interrupted, so during the first pseudo-bonus state, the As such, "000" is continuously displayed as the numerical information of the first game point image 71a.

On the other hand, even if the state shifts to the first pseudo-bonus state, the second game points are continuously updated, so the updated display of the numerical information in the second game point image 71b is continued due to the satisfaction of the point update condition. That will happen.

Next, FIG. 36(c) shows a performance image on the main display 8 when a battle performance is executed during the first pseudo-bonus state.
In the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the second game points are updated even during the first pseudo-bonus state, so if the update condition is satisfied, the numerical value of the second game point image 71b is The information ("220" in the figure) will be updated and displayed.
As shown in FIG. 34(b), the update at this time is controlled in a manner that is slightly more advantageous to the player than during the normal gaming state.

If the second game point reaches the second ceiling point even during the first pseudo-bonus state, the battle effect (main battle effect) will be displayed on the main display during the execution of the game, as in the normal game state. 8, and after the end of the game, an image in which the ally character wins (an image notifying the transition to the AT state) is displayed, and the right to transition to the AT state is granted.

Furthermore, even if the second game points do not reach the second ceiling point during the first pseudo-bonus state, a battle effect (fake battle effect) is executed on the main display 8 during the execution of the game due to the establishment of a predetermined condition. After the end of the game, an image in which the ally character is defeated (an image notifying that the AT state will not be entered) is displayed, and the first pseudo-bonus state continues to be executed.

Note that the predetermined condition for executing the fake battle effect is preferably executed with a predetermined probability based on the extraction of a predetermined random number, but the number of points in the zone where the second ceiling point shown in FIG. 35(b) is likely to be selected It is preferable to execute this with a high probability when the second game point is reached.
Further, it is preferable that the fake battle effect is not executed for a predetermined period immediately before the second game points reach the second ceiling points.

Then, when the fake battle effect is executed, as shown in FIG. A medium battle effect image 74a is displayed.
The mid-bonus battle performance image 74a consists of a moving image of a battle between an ally character and an enemy character, and is basically the same image as the main battle performance.
Note that images may be displayed that differ in terms of superiority or inferiority during the battle between the real battle performance and the fake battle performance.

Then, after the game in which the fake battle effect has been executed ends, a battle defeat image 74b during bonus battle is displayed on the main part of the screen of the main display 8, as shown in FIG. 36(d).
The mid-bonus match defeat image 74b is composed of an image notifying that an ally character has been defeated, an image notifying that the character will not shift to the AT state, and the like.

Further, even during the battle performance, the number of remaining games image 72a, the number of acquired tickets image 72b, and the push order navigation image 75 are updated and displayed with corresponding information.

Although not shown, the first pseudo-bonus state image 73a is returned and displayed by the execution of the game following the game in which the fake battle effect was executed, and the first pseudo-bonus state continues.

On the other hand, although not shown, if the second game point reaches the second ceiling point during the first pseudo-bonus state, the bonus battle effect image 74a is displayed on the main display 8 while the game is being executed. After the game ends, an image of the ally character winning (image notifying the transition to the AT state) is displayed, and the right to transition to the AT state is granted.

Next, FIG. 37 shows an effect image displayed on the main display 8 during the second pseudo-bonus state. In particular, when the first game point reaches the first ceiling point during the second pseudo-bonus state, In other words, this shows a case where the conditions for transition to the AT state are satisfied.

First, FIG. 37(a) shows an effect image on the main display 8 during the second pseudo-bonus state.
As shown in FIG. 37(a), when the gaming state shifts from the normal gaming state to the second pseudo-bonus state, a second pseudo-bonus state image 73b is displayed on the main part of the screen of the main display 8.
The second pseudo-bonus state image 73b is composed of a moving image consisting of a character, background, etc. that is different from the character displayed in the first pseudo-bonus state image 73a, and is used to notify that the second pseudo-bonus state is in progress. The image is intended to increase interest during the pseudo-bonus state.
Note that during the second pseudo-bonus state, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9, and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined manner.

In addition, if the push order Bell combination is won during the second pseudo-bonus state, the push order navigation that shows the operation order of the stop button 5 corresponding to the press order Bell combination that was won is displayed, as in the first pseudo bonus state. An image 75 ("1, 3, 2" in the drawing) is displayed on the lower side of the screen of the main display 8 and in front of the second pseudo bonus state image 73b.

In addition, during the second pseudo-bonus state, as in the first pseudo-bonus state, the number of remaining games including numerical information indicating the number of remaining games in the second pseudo-bonus state is displayed on the upper left of the screen of the main display 8. An image 72a ("50G remaining" as shown) is displayed, and numerical information indicating the number of medals (net increase) actually acquired by the player during the second pseudo-bonus state is displayed at the top right of the screen of the main display 8. The acquired number image 72b (illustrated as "0 remaining") is displayed.

In addition, during the second pseudo-bonus state, the first game point image 71a (illustrated as "300") and the second game point image 71b are continuously displayed from the normal gaming state, as in the first pseudo-bonus state. Ru.
When transitioning to the second pseudo-bonus state, the second game points are initialized and update of points is interrupted, so during the second pseudo-bonus state, as shown in the figure, As for the numerical information of the 2-game point image 71b, "000" is continuously displayed.

On the other hand, even if the state shifts to the second pseudo-bonus state, the first game points are continuously updated, so the updated display of the numerical information in the first game point image 71a is continued due to the satisfaction of the point update condition. That will happen.

Next, FIG. 37(b) shows a performance image on the main display 8 when a battle performance is executed during the second pseudo-bonus state.
In the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the first game points are updated even during the second pseudo-bonus state, so if the update condition is satisfied, the numerical value in the first game point image 71a The information ("310" shown in the figure) will be updated and displayed.
As shown in FIG. 33(b), the update of the first game points at this time is controlled in a manner that is slightly more advantageous to the player than during the normal gaming state, and During the bonus state, control is performed in a manner more advantageous to the player than updating the second game points.

If the first game point reaches the first ceiling point even during the second pseudo-bonus state, the battle effect (main battle effect) will be displayed on the main display during the execution of the game, as in the normal game state. 8, and after the end of the game, an image in which the ally character wins (an image notifying the transition to the AT state) is displayed, and the right to transition to the AT state is granted.

Therefore, if the first game point reaches the first ceiling point even during the second pseudo bonus state, as shown in FIG. 37(b), during the execution of the game, during the first pseudo bonus state Similarly to the case where the second game points reach the second ceiling points, the bonus match effect image 74a is displayed on the main screen portion of the main display 8.

Then, after the game in which the battle effect has been executed ends, a bonus battle victory image 74c is displayed on the main part of the screen of the main display 8, as shown in FIG. 37(c).
The mid-bonus battle victory image 74c is composed of an image notifying that an ally character has won, an image notifying that the right to shift to the AT state has been granted, and the like.

Further, even during the battle performance, the number of remaining games image 72a, the number of acquired tickets image 72b, and the push order navigation image 75 are updated and displayed with corresponding information.

Then, when the next game after the game in which the battle effect was executed is executed, the second pseudo-bonus state image 73b is returned and displayed, and the second pseudo-bonus state continues, as shown in FIG. 37(d). becomes.
Further, when the first game point reaches the first ceiling point during the second pseudo bonus state, an AT state confirmation image 76 (“AT confirmed”) is displayed at the upper left of the screen of the main display 8, and the AT state confirmation image 76 (“AT confirmed”) is You will be notified that the right to change status has been granted.
The AT state confirmation image 76 is continuously displayed until the second pseudo-bonus state ends.

Furthermore, if the right to transition to the AT state is granted, both the first game point and the second game point will be initialized, so the first game point image 71a and the second game point image 71b will be initialized. "000" is displayed as the numerical information, and the initialized information continues to be displayed even during the subsequent second pseudo-bonus state.
Further, with the start of the next game, the information in the number of remaining games image 72a, the number of acquired pieces image 72b, and the push order navigation image 75 are updated and displayed.

Although not shown, after the second pseudo-bonus state ends, the gaming state is changed to the AT state, and an effect image corresponding to the AT state is displayed on the main display 8.
Further, due to the transition to the AT state, updating of both the first game point and the second game point will be restarted from the initialized information, so in response to the update, the first game point image 71a or The second game point image 71b is updated and displayed.

Also, although not shown, during the second pseudo-bonus state, a lottery for a fake battle effect is held in the same way as during the first pseudo-bonus state, and if you win the lottery, you will be returned to the first pseudo-bonus state. Similarly, a fake battle effect will be executed on the main display 8.

As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the first and second game points are updated during the normal gaming state (advantageous section), and these game points are notified on the main display 8. The Rukoto.
Therefore, it is possible to make the player reliably aware of the first and second game points related to the occurrence of the first and second pseudo-bonus states, so it is possible to improve the player's sense of expectation. It becomes.

Also, for example, during the first pseudo-bonus state, the first game points are initialized and their update is interrupted, while the second game points continue to be updated, but there is no indication that will be notified by each game point image.
Therefore, it is possible to accurately inform the player of the progress of the game during the pseudo-bonus state, and even a player who is unfamiliar with the game can play the game with peace of mind.
Furthermore, for example, during the first pseudo-bonus state, the notification of the second game points that are continuously updated is a notification of information related to the occurrence of the AT state, so it may reduce the expectations of the player during the pseudo-bonus state. This makes it possible to improve efficiency.

Further, if the transition condition for the AT state is satisfied during the pseudo-bonus state, this will be notified by executing the battle effect.
Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the game during the pseudo-bonus state, and it is also possible to notify the transition to the AT state in a highly interesting manner.

Further, even if the transition condition for the AT state is not satisfied during the pseudo bonus state, the fake battle effect will be executed.
Therefore, even if the conditions for transitioning to the AT state are not satisfied during the pseudo-bonus state, it is possible to improve the player's sense of expectation, and it is also possible to prevent the game from becoming stale.

In addition, in a game during each pseudo-bonus state, if a winning combination such as a rare combination that has the possibility of adding a large value to each game point is won, a predetermined image will be displayed on the main display 8 during the execution of the game. An individual performance may be executed to notify that the player has won a rare role or the like by displaying the winning result.
Further, although each game point image is displayed on the main display 8, it may be displayed on the sub display 17.

Next, with reference to FIG. 38, the effect image displayed on the main display 8 during the AT state will be described.
As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the main control device 10 controls whether the second game points reach the second ceiling point during the first pseudo bonus state or the second pseudo bonus state. When the first game point reaches the first ceiling point during the state, the AT state is generated after the pseudo bonus state that is occurring ends. Based on the reception of control information from the main display 8, a predetermined effect image is displayed on the main display 8 to execute the effect during the AT state.

FIG. 38 shows an effect image displayed on the main display 8 during the AT state.
First, FIG. 38(a) shows the effect image on the main display 8 in the first game during the AT state.
As shown in FIG. 38(a), when the gaming state shifts to the AT state and the first game is executed, an AT state image 77a is displayed on the main part of the screen of the main display 8.
The AT state image 77a is composed of a moving image of a character or background different from the character displayed during the pseudo-bonus state, and is an image to notify that the AT state is in progress or to increase interest during the AT state. It has become.
Note that during the AT state, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9, and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined manner.

In addition, if a push order Bell combination is won during the AT state, a push order navigation image 75 (illustrated " 1, 2, 3'') are displayed on the lower side of the screen of the main display 8 and in front of the AT status image 77a.

Furthermore, during the AT state, similarly to the slot machine 1 of the first embodiment, an AT remaining medal number image 40a (illustrated "200 remaining") indicating the number of remaining medals during the AT state is displayed at the top left of the screen. In the upper right corner of the screen, an acquired medal number image 40b ("acquired 150 coins" in the figure) indicating the number of medals (net increase) actually acquired by the player during the pseudo-bonus state and the AT state is displayed.
Note that at the start of the AT state, the initial number of medals given at the initial stage will be displayed in the AT remaining medal number image 40a, and the initial number of medals will be described later.
In addition, since the number of medals acquired image 40b displays the number of medals that the player has actually acquired, including the previous pseudo-bonus state, the number of medals that have already been acquired is displayed even at the start of the AT state. It will be done.

Furthermore, since the first and second game points are initialized at the start of the AT state, "000" is displayed as numerical information for both the first game point image 71a and the second game point image 71b. becomes.

Next, FIG. 38(b) shows an effect image on the main display 8 after a predetermined number of games have been executed during the AT state.
As described above, during the AT state, updating of the first and second game points will be restarted, so the first game point image 71a and the second game point image 71a will be updated in accordance with the update of the first and second game points. The game point image 71b will be updated and displayed.
Therefore, as shown in the figure, the numerical information ("040" in the figure) in the first game point image 71a is updated and displayed in accordance with the update of the first game point, and the numerical information ("040" in the figure) is updated and displayed in accordance with the update of the second game point. The numerical information ("040" in the figure) in the point image 71b will be updated and displayed.

At this time, as shown in FIG. 33(b), the first game points are updated in a manner that is slightly more advantageous to the player than during the normal gaming state, and the second As shown in FIG. 34(b), the game points are updated in a manner that is slightly more advantageous to the player than during the normal gaming state.

Further, during the AT state, the AT remaining medal number image 40a, the acquired medal number image 40b, and the push order navigation image 75 are updated with corresponding information and displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 38(c), when the number of remaining medals becomes zero, "0 remaining" is displayed as the AT remaining medal number image 40a, and the condition for ending the AT state is satisfied. Become.
After the end of the game in which the AT state end conditions are satisfied, an AT state end image 77b is displayed on the main screen portion of the main display 8 to notify that the AT state has ended.
Note that the AT state end image 77b may be any image (still image or moving image) that notifies that the AT state has ended, such as the appearance of a predetermined character or the display of text information.
Furthermore, at the end of the AT state, the number of medals finally won by the player ("acquired 350" in the figure) will be displayed in the number of medals acquired image 40b. As a result, it may be displayed in the main part of the screen.

The main controller 10 is configured to reset (re-determine) the first and second ceiling points for the first and second game points at the selection rate shown in FIG. 35 at the first game start in the AT state. However, at the end of the AT state (at the end of the final game), each of the first and second game points updated at that time and the first and second ceiling points reset above are A comparison is made, and the destination of the gaming state after the end of the AT state is determined in accordance with the result of the comparison.

That is, if both the first and second game points do not reach the first and second ceiling points, the normal gaming state is entered after the AT state ends, and only the first game points become the first ceiling points. If the AT state is reached, the state is shifted to the first pseudo-bonus state, and if only the second game points reach the second ceiling point, the state is shifted to the second pseudo-bonus state after the AT state is ended. When both the first and second game points reach the first and second ceiling points, the AT state is transitioned to a new AT state after the AT state ends.

Note that when transitioning to a new AT state after the end of the AT state, the initial number of medals will be reset.
Further, when each game point reaches a ceiling point during the AT state, it is preferable to initialize the corresponding game point and interrupt subsequent updates. Furthermore, it is preferable to notify the type of benefit granted at this time (for example, the right to transition to the first pseudo-bonus state).

Then, when the next game after the end of the AT state is executed, a transition is made to each selected game state.
FIG. 38(d) shows a case where both the first and second game points have not reached the first and second ceiling points, so as shown in the figure, the screen of the main display 8 is A gaming state image 70 is displayed to notify that the gaming state has been shifted to the normal gaming state.

Furthermore, if the first game point does not reach the first ceiling point, the main controller 10 takes over the first game point from the AT state, and the second game point does not reach the second ceiling point. In this case, the second game point is inherited from the AT state, so the inherited information ("080" in the diagram) is displayed in the numerical information of the first game point image 71a, as shown in the figure, and the second game point is inherited from the AT state. , the inherited information ("100" in the figure) is also displayed in the numerical information of the second game point image 71b.

In addition, when transitioning to any of the pseudo-bonus states after the end of the AT state, only one of the game points will be initialized, and only the other game points will be continuously updated.
Therefore, even if the player transitions to the pseudo-bonus state after the end of the AT state, there is a possibility that the right to transition to the AT state will be granted again during the pseudo-bonus state that is occurring.

As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, updating of the first and second game points is restarted due to the occurrence of the AT state, and these game points are notified on the main display 8. becomes.
Therefore, even during the AT state, it is possible to make the player reliably aware of the first and second pseudo-bonus states or the first and second game points related to the occurrence of a new AT state. This makes it possible to improve the expectations of the players.

Furthermore, the destination of the game state after the end of the AT state changes depending on each game point updated in the AT state.
Therefore, it is possible to form a game mode that is unprecedented and novel, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Additionally, if any of the updated game points reaches the ceiling point in the AT state, a pseudo bonus state will occur again after the AT state ends, and both of the updated game points will reach the ceiling point. If the AT state is reached, the AT state will occur again after the AT state ends.
Therefore, when an AT state occurs, it is possible to improve the player's expectations for the gaming state after the end of the AT state, in addition to the AT state that is occurring.

In addition, in a game where one of the game points reaches the ceiling point during the AT state, a battle effect in which the ally character wins may be executed on the main display 8, as in the pseudo-bonus state. good.
Similarly, in a game in which one of the game points does not reach the ceiling point during the AT state, a fake battle effect may be executed on the main display 8 in which an ally character loses with a predetermined probability. .

Furthermore, even after each game point reaches the ceiling point, the game points may be updated continuously. In this case, a predetermined number of game points is It is also possible to provide the following benefits.

In addition, in a game in the AT state, if a winning combination such as a rare combination where a large value may be added to each game point is won, a predetermined image is displayed on the main display 8 during the execution of the game. An individual performance may be performed to notify that the player has won a rare role or the like.
In addition, in the case of winning a rare combination in a game in the AT state, an additional lottery will be held in which a predetermined number of medals is added (on top of) the remaining number of medals, similar to the first embodiment. If you win the additional lottery, both the number of medals and game points will be added.
Further, although each game point image is displayed on the main display 8, it may be displayed on the sub display 17.
As described above, various effects in the third embodiment are performed.

[Initial number of medals in AT state in third embodiment]
Next, with reference to FIG. 39, the initial number of medals in the AT state in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment will be described.
As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, an initial number of medals is given when the AT state is entered, and this initial number of medals defines the duration of the AT state at the start of the AT state. This will be the number of medals remaining.

Furthermore, in the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, the main control device 10 can change the initial number of medals to be awarded depending on the transition mode when transitioning to the AT state.
For example, if the right to transition to the AT state is granted during the first pseudo-bonus state and the transition to the AT state is granted, and the right to transition to the AT state is granted during the second pseudo-bonus state and the transition to the AT state occurs, the AT state If a player is granted the right to transition to an AT state and moves to a new AT state, the initial number of medals to be awarded can be changed depending on the situation.

FIG. 39 shows the initial number of medals given by the main control device 10 at the time of transition to the AT state, depending on the transition mode of the AT state.
As shown in FIG. 39, if the "AT state after the end of the first pseudo-bonus state", that is, the right to transition to the AT state is granted during the first pseudo-bonus state and the transition to the AT state is made, the initial number of medals is If "100 coins" are given (added) and the "AT state is reached after the end of the second pseudo-bonus state", that is, the right to transition to the AT state is granted during the second pseudo-bonus state and the transition to the AT state is made, If "200 medals" are given (added) as the initial number of medals and "AT state after the AT state ends", that is, if the right to transition to the AT state is granted during the AT state and the player moves to a new AT state, "200" will be given (added) as the initial number of medals.
In addition to the above (others), for example, if the normal gaming state is directly transferred to the AT state due to winning a rare combination during the normal gaming state, "200 medals" will be given (added) as the initial number of medals. The Rukoto.

As described above, the main control device 10 changes the initial number of medals to be awarded depending on the transition mode when transitioning to the AT state.
Therefore, it is possible to generate a variety of AT states, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

In addition, when the right to transition to the AT state is granted during the first pseudo-bonus state, that is, when the second game points reach the second ceiling point (the second condition is met) during the first pseudo-bonus state, , if the right to transition to the AT state is granted during the second pseudo-bonus state, that is, when the first game point reaches the first ceiling point (the first condition is met) during the second pseudo-bonus state, Since a large number of initial medals are awarded, an AT state that is more advantageous to the player occurs when the right to transition to the AT state is granted during the second pseudo-bonus state.

That is, the main control device 10 serving as the third special game state control means determines that the second condition (the second game point reaches the second ceiling point) is satisfied during the first special game state (first pseudo-bonus state). It is more advantageous for the player if the first condition (the first game points reach the first ceiling point) is satisfied during the second special gaming state (second pseudo-bonus state) than if the player 3 special game state (AT state) can be controlled.

Therefore, in addition to the first pseudo-bonus state and the second pseudo-bonus state, the AT state is differentiated, making it possible to form a more diverse range of AT state occurrence modes and improve the interest of the game. It becomes.
In addition, when the second pseudo-bonus state occurs, the probability that the AT state will occur is higher than when the first pseudo-bonus state occurs, and when the AT state occurs, AT is performed in a more advantageous manner. Since the state is controlled, it becomes possible to greatly improve the player's sense of expectation.

Note that the initial number of medals awarded according to the transition mode when transitioning to the AT state may be other than those described above, and the number of initial medals awarded according to the transition mode when transitioning to the AT state may be different from that described above. Any method may be used as long as the initial number of medals is awarded which is more advantageous to the player when the right to transition to the AT state is granted during the pseudo-bonus state.
As described above, the initial number of medals in the AT state in the third embodiment is provided.

[Modification of third embodiment]
Next, a modification of the third embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 40.
In a modification of the third embodiment, the effect on the main display 8 when the pseudo-bonus state occurs during the normal gaming state (advantageous section) and the AT state always occurs is the same as the above-mentioned third embodiment. This slot machine 1 is different from the slot machine 1 of the embodiment, and is otherwise the same as the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment, so only the different points will be explained.

In the slot machine 1 of the third embodiment described above, during the normal gaming state, when the first game point reaches the first ceiling point, the first pseudo bonus state is generated, and the second game point reaches the second ceiling point. The second pseudo-bonus state is generated when the point is reached, but depending on the update status of the first and second game points, when the pseudo-bonus state occurs afterwards, the AT state will also always occur. A situation arises.

For example, in a situation where "800" is set as the first ceiling point and "900" is set as the second ceiling point, the current first game point is "770" as shown in FIG. 40(a). ”, that is, in a state where “770” is displayed on the first game point image 71a and the current second game point is “860”, that is, “860” is displayed on the second game point image 71b, After that, even if you win all roles other than rare and each of the 1st and 2nd game points is added by ``1'' every game, after 30 games, the 1st game point becomes the ceiling point (``800''). ), and the first pseudo-bonus state occurs.

On the other hand, after 30 games in which the first pseudo-bonus state occurs, the second game point becomes "890", and the second ceiling point is definitely reached by the time 10 games are played thereafter.
Furthermore, since the duration of the first pseudo-bonus state is 30 games, the second game points that are "890" at the time of transition to the first pseudo-bonus state will always be earned during the first pseudo-bonus state. 2 ceiling points will be reached.

In addition, under the above situation, if all strong rare hands are subsequently won and all first game points are added by ``5'' and all second game points are added by ``2'', then 6 After the game, the first game point becomes the ceiling point ("800"), and a first pseudo-bonus state occurs.

On the other hand, after 6 games in which the first pseudo-bonus state occurs, 12 points (2 x 6 games) are added and the second game point becomes "872", and after that, by the time 28 games are played, the second ceiling point is always reached. will be reached.
Furthermore, since the duration of the first pseudo-bonus state is 30 games, the second game points that are "872" at the time of transition to the first pseudo-bonus state will always be earned during the first pseudo-bonus state. 2 ceiling points will be reached.

In addition, under the above situation, if all strong rare hands are subsequently won and all first game points are added by ``2'' and all second game points are added by ``5'', then 8 After the game, the second game point becomes the ceiling point (900), and a second pseudo-bonus state occurs.

On the other hand, after 8 games when the second pseudo-bonus state occurs, 16 points (2 x 8 games) are added and the first game point becomes "786", and by the time 24 games are played thereafter, the first ceiling point is always reached. will be reached.
Furthermore, since the duration of the second pseudo-bonus state is 50 games, the first game points that are "786" at the time of transition to the second pseudo-bonus state will always be earned during the second pseudo-bonus state. 1 ceiling point will be reached.

If the main controller 10 determines in advance that the AT state will definitely occur when the pseudo-bonus state subsequently occurs during the normal gaming state as described above, then as shown in FIG. 40(b) As shown in FIG. 2, under the control of the sub-control device 20, the image of the main part of the screen on the main display 8 is switched and displayed from the normal game state image 70 to the AT state confirmation precursor effect image 78.
The AT state confirmation precursor effect image 78 is composed of a moving image or a still image of a predetermined character or text information, and is composed of an image that notifies that when a pseudo bonus state occurs thereafter, an AT state will always occur as well. Ru.
Further, the AT state determination precursor effect image 78 is displayed from the start of the game following the game in which the above conditions are satisfied.

The AT state confirmation precursor effect image 78 will continue to be displayed until any pseudo bonus state occurs.
Further, in response to the display of the AT state determination precursor effect image 78, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9, and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined manner.

As described above, the main controller 10 determines in advance that when a pseudo-bonus state occurs during the normal gaming state, the right to transition to the AT state will always be granted during the pseudo-bonus state. be.
Then, in the sub-control device 20, based on the reception of the control information specifying the above-mentioned determination result, the main display 8 displays an image (AT state confirmation precursor effect image 78) that can notify the occurrence of the AT state in advance. It will be done.
That is, during the normal gaming state, the sub-control device 20 satisfies the first condition (the first game point reaches the first ceiling point) and the second condition (the second game point reaches the second ceiling point). It is provided with advance notification means that can notify in advance of the occurrence of the third special gaming state (AT state) when the establishment of both conditions is determined in advance.

Therefore, it becomes possible to provide notifications related to novel gaming conditions that have not existed in the past, and it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.
Furthermore, it is possible to improve the player's expectations for transition to the AT state from the time the player is staying in the normal gaming state.
As described above, a modification of the third embodiment is realized.

As explained above, the present invention provides a gaming machine (slot machine 1) in which a game is started based on a start operation by a player and is ended based on a stop operation by a player. a first progress management means (main control device 10) capable of managing progress related to the execution of the game by updating first information (first game points) in connection with the execution; A first special that can generate a first special gaming state (first pseudo-bonus state) advantageous to the player when a first condition (first game points reach the first ceiling point) based on the update is satisfied. a game state control means (main control device 10); and a second progress status that can manage the progress status related to the execution of the game by updating second information (second game points) in connection with the execution of the game. A second special game that is advantageous to the player when the second condition (the second game points reach the second ceiling point) based on the update of the second information is satisfied by the management means (main control device 10). A second special game state control means (main controller 10) capable of generating a state (second pseudo bonus state), and based on the first condition being satisfied and the second condition being satisfied, the player The configuration includes a third special gaming state control means that can generate a third special gaming state (AT state) that is advantageous for the players.

Therefore, it becomes possible to create a manner in which the third special game state occurs, which is unprecedented, and it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.
Furthermore, regardless of whether the first special gaming state or the second special gaming state occurs, it is possible to create the possibility of further awarding of benefits, so it is possible to improve the player's sense of expectation. Become.

Further, the first progress management means can update the first information even during the second special gaming state, and the second progress management means can update the first information even during the first special gaming state. The information is configured so that it can be updated.
Therefore, it is possible to reliably update the first information while the second special gaming state is occurring, and it is possible to reliably update the second information while the first special gaming state is occurring. It becomes possible to generate a third special gaming state.

Further, the first progress management means is capable of updating the first information in an update mode corresponding to the lottery result by the lottery means, the first progress management means being able to update the first information in an update mode corresponding to the lottery result by the lottery means, The second progress management means is capable of updating the second information in an update manner corresponding to the lottery result by the lottery means, and updates the second information in an update manner different from the update manner of the first information. The configuration is updatable.
Therefore, it is possible to make the progress of the game different between the occurrence of the first special game state and the second special game state, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Further, the first progress management means may update the first information in a first update mode different from the update mode during the normal gaming state during the second special gaming state, and update the first information in the second progress state. The management means allows the second information to be updated in a second update mode different from the update mode during the normal gaming state during the first special gaming state, and updates the first information in the first update mode. In the case where the second information is updated in the second update mode, the information is updated at a higher rate than in the case where the second information is updated in the second update mode.

Therefore, the second special gaming state has a higher possibility of transitioning to the third special gaming state than the first special gaming state, so the second special gaming state is more convenient for players than the first special gaming state. When an advantageous special game state occurs and a second special game state occurs, it becomes possible to further improve the player's sense of expectation.

Further, the first progress management means can stop updating the first information during the first special gaming state, and when the third special gaming state occurs, the first progress management means The update of the information can be restarted, and the second progress management means can stop the update of the second information during the second special game state, and when the third special game state occurs. In this case, the update of the second information can be restarted, and the establishment of the first condition and the second condition can be monitored even during the third special gaming state.
Therefore, when the third special gaming state occurs, it is possible to update the first information and the second information and to monitor whether the first condition and the second condition are satisfied.

Further, the third special game state control means is configured to control the condition when the first condition is satisfied during the second special game state than when the second condition is satisfied during the first special game state. , the third special game state can be controlled advantageously for the player.
Therefore, in addition to the first special gaming state and the second special gaming state, differentiation is made into the third special gaming state, and more diverse forms of occurrence of the third special gaming state can be created, increasing the interest of the game. It becomes possible to improve the
Furthermore, if a third special gaming state occurs in response to the second special gaming state, the third special gaming state will be controlled in a manner advantageous to the player, thereby increasing the expectations of the player. It becomes possible to improve the performance.

Further, during the normal gaming state, if the establishment of both the first condition and the second condition is determined in advance, a prior notification means (sub-control device 20).
Therefore, it becomes possible to provide notifications related to novel gaming conditions that have not existed in the past, and it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.
Furthermore, it is possible to improve the player's expectations for the transition from the normal gaming state to the third special gaming state.

The first progress management means, the first special game state control means, the second progress management means, the second special game state control means, the third special game state control means, the lottery means, and the advance notification means are mainly It may be included in the control device 10 or may be included in the sub-control device 20. Alternatively, the main control device 10 and the sub-control device 20 may cooperate with each other.

On the other hand, Patent Document 1 discloses a gaming machine that can generate a pseudo-bonus state and an AT state as states advantageous to the player.
However, in conventional gaming machines, it has not been sufficient to improve the interest of the game or to improve the expectations of the players.
As described above, according to the slot machine 1 of the present invention, it is possible to solve all or some of the problems that conventional gaming machines should improve.

Although the preferred embodiments of the gaming machine of the present invention have been described above, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications can be made within the scope of the present invention. Needless to say.
For example, in this embodiment, AT status (AT) is given as a benefit, but ART or RT may also be given.

Further, in this embodiment, the AT state type is a differential number management type, but it may be a type that ends when the remaining number of games in the AT state runs out.

Further, in this embodiment, the effect button 2d and the upper effect button 2f are exemplified as effect operation means, but any other means may be used as long as it outputs an input signal by the player's operation, such as the bet button 2a, the stop button, The button 5, the start lever 3, etc. may also be used.

In addition, a vibration means is provided on the front door 1a to vibrate the front door 1a by operating a motor, a speaker, etc., so that the front door 1a can be vibrated during various productions such as omen productions and battle productions, and at predetermined times during special special zones. The player's sense of anticipation may be increased by activating the vibration means.
Further, a blowing means for blowing wind toward the players is provided on the front door 1a, and the blowing means is operated during various performances such as a precursor performance and a battle performance, and at a predetermined time in the special special zone. This may increase the player's expectations.

In addition, a main display 8 and a sub-display 17 are provided as display means, but any one display means can be used to display various performances such as portent effects, battle effects, etc., and various effects in special special zones. It may be executed, or it may be executed on both of the two display means.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the main controller 10 performs operations as various means such as a lottery means, but the sub-control device 20 performs some or all of the operations, and the sub-control device 20 operates as various means. You can also do that.
Conversely, the main control device 10 can perform some or all of the operations performed by the sub-control device 20, and the main control device 10 can operate as various means.

Further, although the present invention is applied to a slot machine, it can also be applied to other gaming machines such as pachinko (for example, a ball slot machine).
Furthermore, the present invention can also be applied to so-called enclosed game machines that can execute games using pseudo game media in data format without using actual game media such as medals or game balls.

1: Slot machine 2: Bet button 2d: Production button 4: Reel 5: Stop button 8: Main display 10: Main controller 14: Probability setting device 17: Sub-display 20: Sub-control device

Claims (7)

In a gaming machine that starts a game based on a start operation by a player and ends the game based on a stop operation by a player,
a first progress management means capable of managing progress related to the execution of the game by updating first information in connection with the execution of the game;
a first special game state control means capable of generating a first special game state advantageous to the player when a first condition based on the update of the first information is satisfied;
a second progress management means capable of managing progress related to the execution of the game by updating second information in connection with the execution of the game;
a second special gaming state control means capable of generating a second special gaming state advantageous to the player when a second condition based on the update of the second information is satisfied;
a third special game state control means capable of generating a third special game state advantageous to the player based on the first condition being satisfied and the second condition being satisfied;
A gaming machine characterized by: The first progress management means is capable of updating the first information even during the second special gaming state,
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the second progress management means can update the second information even during the first special gaming state. Equipped with a lottery means that can perform a lottery of winning roles,
The first progress management means is capable of updating the first information in an update mode corresponding to a lottery result by the lottery means,
The second progress management means is capable of updating the second information in an update manner corresponding to the lottery result by the lottery means, and updates the second information in an update manner different from the update manner of the first information. The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the gaming machine is updatable. The first progress management means is capable of updating the first information in a first update mode different from an update mode during the normal gaming state during the second special gaming state,
The second progress management means is capable of updating the second information during the first special gaming state in a second update mode different from the update mode during the normal gaming state,
When the first information is updated in the first update mode, the information is updated at a higher rate than when the second information is updated in the second update mode. The gaming machine according to claim 3. The first progress management means is configured to be able to stop updating the first information during the first special gaming state, and update the first information when the third special gaming state occurs. Allows updates to be resumed,
The second progress management means can stop updating the second information during the second special gaming state, and when the third special gaming state occurs, update the second information. Allows updates to be resumed,
The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the fulfillment of the first condition and the second condition can be monitored even during the third special gaming state. The third special game state control means controls the game more when the first condition is satisfied during the second special game state than when the second condition is satisfied during the first special game state. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the third special gaming state can be controlled advantageously for a player. The game machine is characterized by comprising advance notification means capable of notifying the occurrence of the third special gaming state in advance when the establishment of both the first condition and the second condition is determined in advance during the normal gaming state. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4.

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