JP4400892B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a spinning-type game machine that uses a medal called a pachislot as a game medium, a slot machine that uses a pachinko ball called a pachilot (or parrot) as a game medium, and a small role prize. According to the method, in more detail, in a variable display game that fluctuates a plurality of symbols, an internal lottery of a small role is performed, and a symbol corresponding to the selected small role is stopped and displayed on the active line of the symbol display portion. And a game machine that pays out the total of each payout for the winning active line.

  In the present invention, the steps or procedures for realizing the method are as follows: semiconductor memory, LD (laser disk), HD (hard disk), FD (flexible disk), MD (mini disk), CD ( It is also related to a program (for example, game software) itself recorded on an information storage medium such as a compact disc, DVD (digital versatile disc or digital video disc), or blue ray disc.

  In recent years, games using a game machine called a pachislot machine (cylinder-type game machine) have been actively performed in conventional pachinko halls and pachislot halls. There is also a video game using game software that imitates this gaming machine.

  For example, in a game (ordinary game) in a swivel type gaming machine, when a player operates a start lever after inserting a predetermined number of medals (game media or tokens), a bonus game or a plurality of small roles is played at that timing. Win a lottery, rotate multiple cylinders (often 3 or 4 drums), and display multiple symbols displayed on the cylinder (usually the multiple symbols are pasted on each drum) A variation display game is started, and a stop button corresponding to each drum is operated to stop a specific symbol (for example, a red 7 symbol or a blue 7 symbol) on the active line. When displayed, the player enters a big bonus game mode (BB game mode: an accessory continuous action device) which is the most advantageous game mode for the player. However, in most cases, loss, a small role, and replay occur.

  In this big bonus game (BB game), a small role game is consumed a predetermined number of times (for example, 30 times), or a regular bonus game (RB game or a jack game) is determined a predetermined number of times (for example, three times). ) When executed, the BB game mode ends, and as a result, about 300 to 500 medals are paid out. Some BB games of gaming machines called No. 5 machines end when a medal exceeding a predetermined number is paid out.

  Further, when the bar symbols are arranged on the active line as the specific symbols, the RB game (the first kind special character) is executed only once, and although it does not reach the BB game, about 100 tens of medals As a player, it is the biggest concern for the player to acquire a bonus game. When the bonus game is won or released as a result of executing the internal lottery, a bonus flag is set and stored in a data storage area such as a RAM, and the flag changes thereafter until a specific symbol is prepared. It is supposed to be carried over to the display game.

  And as a result of internal lottery (internal lottery), multiple small roles (bell, watermelon, cherry or replay) are won, and if a symbol is displayed in a predetermined combination such as bell, watermelon, cherry, etc., it becomes a prize and 1 ~ While about 15 game medals are paid out, when a replay is won, a re-game state is entered in which the next general game can be performed without inserting the game medals.

  There is also a game machine called a pacilot (or parrot) that performs the above-described spinning-type game using a pachinko ball used in a pachinko machine (bullet ball game machine) as a game medium.

  Further, in a video game such as a home or a play facility, a substitute coin (that is, a game medium) called a token (Token coin) is used.

  In particular, in the game machine called Unit 5, as a result of the application of the Act on Regulation of Customs Business and Optimization of Business (Last Revision: Act No. 55 of May 30, Heisei 15) The play rate is finely regulated and the gambling and gambling characteristics are extremely reduced. In addition, the winning symbol can be stopped and hit or lost in accordance with the order of the design stop operation of the rotator. It disappeared, and the playability was also reduced.

  Furthermore, the bonus stock function for continuously releasing bonuses (continuous change) is also prohibited by the above rules, and as a result of the significant loss of gambling, etc. of the slot machine itself, Stay away from customers. At present, the slot industry is stagnant, and the number of game halls far exceeding expectations is on the verge of bankruptcy.

  In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the applicant of the present application has applied Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-066684 (filing date: March 14, 2008), its divisional patent application No. 2008-066989, and the application as a basis for domestic priority. Japanese Patent Application Nos. 2008-103258 (National priority basic application), Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-103365, Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-105846 (National priority basic application), Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-105940, Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-107358, Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-114888. Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-115400, Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-137354, Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-142494, Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-157889, and Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-169432.

  By the way, in a slot machine that stops the variable symbols by operating the stop means, including the game machine (pachislot), which has been called the No. 5 machine in the past, three game medals are inserted and the start operation is linked. An internal lottery is performed with the random numbers generated in this way, various bonuses, small roles (bell, watermelon, cherry, etc.) and replay are won, and the predetermined winning symbol is stopped and displayed on the active line of the symbol display section. Then it becomes a prize. In particular, as shown in FIG. 13, when the cherry symbol is displayed on the window 3 by the stop operation of the left stop button 10a, if the upper stage of the left drum 2a is four (2 sheets × 2 lines: second line and 4th line), 2 (2 sheets × 1 line: 1st line) for the middle stage and 4 (2 × 2 lines: 3rd and 5th line) game medals for the lower stage . In other words, in the pachislot machine, the total of each payout for the winning active line is paid out (however, the upper limit can be set in advance. Even if the total reaches 15, 10 will be paid out).

  However, if the left stop button 10a is operated while the corner cherry or center cherry is won by the internal lottery, the cherry symbol is drawn into a predetermined position or controlled according to the timing of the winning combination and the operation timing. It ’s just that. In other words, if only the corner cherry is elected, if the left stop button 10a is operated within the pull-in range, the cherry symbol is stopped at the upper or lower position, but no matter how it is operated, the cherry symbol is displayed at the middle. Never stop. Further, the stop position of the cherry symbol is determined only by the operation timing of the left stop button 10a, the operation of the middle stop button 10b and the right stop button 10c is irrelevant to winning, and the two stop operations are completely useless.

  It is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine or the like that can improve game performance, gambling and gambling by stopping winning symbols according to the order of symbol stop operation. The applicant of the present application has applied for Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-027110 as related technology.

  In addition, as another object of the present invention, (1) to suppress the accumulation of player's fatigue as much as possible by smoothly performing a game medium insertion operation and a game start operation by a series of operations, Even for beginners who cannot, it is easy to win a bonus.

  The first prior art (Patent Document 1) related to the present invention is as follows: “In a slot machine in which a plurality of types of winning combinations can be simultaneously selected in a single game, any of the winning combinations can be selected. The goal is to provide a player-participating slot machine with enhanced gameplay by entrusting the player's operation to whether or not a prize can be won. The winning combination can be won at the same time, and the stop button operation order (pressing order) that allows the winning symbol to be displayed on the active line for each winning combination is determined and the stop actually operated by the player When the button pressing order corresponds to one of the above-specified pressing orders, the winning combination corresponding to the pressing order is made possible to win. " That.

  As the second prior art (Patent Document 2), for example, when a small role with a small number of medals obtained by one winning is determined as a notification target, the number of bets increased by adding the number of notification processes. The issue was to make up for the medals consumed and correct the imbalance in the number of medals earned among the types of small roles that were determined to be informed. In this case, the notification target determination unit 205 determines the small combination selected by the player's selection operation from the overlapping small combinations as the notification target, and the effect display unit 40 and the speaker 71 are set as notification targets by the notification target determination unit 205. The player is informed of the operating procedure of the operation switch for winning the determined small role for the number of times according to the type of the small role. Flip and, to plus a notification process to win the small role. "That the gaming machine is application publication.

As the third prior art (Patent Document 3), “the player can select the length of the notification period, and the AT position or role in the overall game flow is determined according to the player's own intention. "If there is a lottery process for a combination that includes multiple winnings for multiple types of small roles as a lottery result, resulting in multiple winnings for multiple types of small roles as a result." The player is prompted to select a desired small combination from the plurality of types of small combinations by the effect display unit 40 and / or the speaker 71, and the small combination selected by the player is notified accordingly. 205. The effect display unit 40 and / or the speaker 71 determines the operation procedure of the operation switch for winning the small role determined as the notification target by the notification target determination unit 205. of Number of times corresponding to the class, to notify the player. "That the gaming machine is application publication.
Patent Documents 4 to 6 and non-patent documents are also known as related technologies.

JP2007-282683 JP-A-2005-192907 JP2005-103040 JP2007-236556 JP2007-195578 JP2007-054242 Pachislot victory guide, Japan, Hakuyo Shobo Co., Ltd., June 1, 2001, Vol. 12, No. 8, p. 4-9 Pachislot victory guide MAX, Japan, Hakuyo Shobo Co., Ltd., June 1, 1999, Vol. 2, No. 6, p. 115

In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine of the present invention according to claim 1 performs an internal lottery drawing of a small role in a variable display game in which a plurality of symbol rows are varied, and a symbol corresponding to the winning small role is obtained. to be stopped and displayed on the activated line on the symbol display portion winning and Do Ri, together with the pay out total for each payout for effective lines prize, if one particular symbol stops the active line on a given symbol row In a gaming machine in which a single symbol small part wins, a stop button part for stopping a plurality of variable symbol sequences for each column, a winning combination , a random value used for an internal lottery of a variable display game, and the plurality of symbols and operating procedure consisting of the operation timing of the stop button unit for divided block located in a plurality in the first stop operation order and other symbol rows stop button unit for the columns, the relationship between the symbol stop position of the single symbol small Win A lottery table defining, in response to said steps of stopping the operation manipulation stop button unit, and a control means for controlling the stop position of symbol single symbol Small Win that put to the predetermined symbol sequence, in this variable display games When a predetermined stop button is operated in the first stop, an assist lottery for operating an assist time to notify the operation procedure of the stop button portion is performed at the timing when the next change display game is started. A sub-control unit that does not perform assist lottery when a button other than the predetermined stop button is operated in the first stop, and the control means has the stop button unit in a state where the single symbol small part is won If the operation procedure as lottery by the lottery table for each row is the first stop operation, it is more winning stop and display the symbols of a single symbol small win was elected to a predetermined position where the predetermined number of effective lines on On the other hand, if the is stopping operation by operating procedure as different procedures, the stop position of the symbol of the single symbol Small Win was elected to change from the predetermined position, the player wins the active line on fewer than the predetermined number single Stops and displays the symbols of the symbol small part, pays out the total of each payout for the winning active line, and when the sub-control unit wins in the assist lottery, the number of assist time continuous games is determined in the lottery and assists During the time, the predetermined operation procedure for winning multiple winning small roles is announced, but even if the predetermined stop button is not operated in the first stop, the assist lottery is performed, and if the winning is performed again, the winning portion will remain. The assist time is added to the number of continuing games.

  According to the gaming machine or the like according to the present invention, the control means is configured such that, in the state where the small role is won, when the symbol stopping means is stopped in a predetermined procedure for each row, While the symbol of the winning combination is stopped and displayed and a plurality of winnings are made, if the stopping operation is different from the predetermined procedure, the stopping position of the winning small symbol is changed, and the number of active lines is smaller than the predetermined number. The symbol of the winning small role is stopped and displayed on the top, and the total of each payout for the winning active line is paid out. In other words, in the present invention, for example, when a cherry is won as a small role, the winning position of the winning symbol is controlled according to the order and procedure of the symbol stopping operation, so that different payouts can be made for one winning symbol. , Game play, gambling and gambling can be improved.

  First, the meaning of the following terms (especially the terms in the claims) is defined.

  “Normal game” refers to a game in which one game is played at a normal winning probability. Therefore, during a normal game, the player plays one game at a time with a normal winning probability.

  “Internal lottery” refers to a lottery performed by an electronic computer in a gaming machine.

  “First-class special feature” is a feature that increases the number of symbol combinations related to winnings per prescribed number or increases the probability that a conditional device related to winnings per prescribed number will operate. It means that the operation can be continued until the game result is obtained no more than 12 times.

  "Type 2 special bonus" is a bonus that activates a condition device related to winning a prize regardless of the result of the internal lottery. This means that the operation is terminated when

  “Consecutive equipment continuous operation device” is a device that can continuously operate a first-class special product or a second-class special product, and is activated when a specific symbol combination is displayed. The one that ends the operation when it is

  The “high probability re-playing state” is a state in which the random value (placed number) that has been lost until now is selected as the winning of re-playing, thereby making it difficult to lose and suppressing the consumption of game medals. For example, if the probability that a replay is won in the normal state is 1 / 7.3, the probability is about 4 / 7.3 (4 times) in the high probability replay state.

  “Bonus” means a continuous action device.

  The “special game” is a game in a state in which the accessory continuous operation device is activated, and is a game played with a higher winning probability than a normal game.

  The “probability variation bonus” is a bonus, and when the special game ends, the probability that the re-game is won in the internal drawing of the normal game is the predetermined first probability and the probability that the game is lost is the predetermined second probability. This means a state that changes the probability.

  The “ordinary bonus” is a bonus, and when the special game ends, a high probability replay state in which the probability that the replay is won is higher than the first probability and the probability that the game is lost is lower than the second probability. The thing which becomes.

  The “puncture combination” is a winning combination that ends the high probability replay state.

  The “token” refers to an electronic token coin or an electronic medal used in an amusement facility or the like.

  “Winning” means that a predetermined combination for displaying a game medium (game medal or token or token) is displayed for a symbol.

  The “departure rate” indicates the ratio of the total number of game media acquired by the player to the total number of game media inserted into the pachislot machine, and is also referred to as a base rate. In some cases, it is also written as the starting rate.

  The “coin unit price” is calculated by dividing the total value of valuables paid for lending medals during a predetermined period (for example, one day) by the total number of medals inserted into the pachislot machine. Is the unit price per medal for the cumulative value of value paid for lending. The value of this coin unit price is used as one of the scales when managing the profit of the game hall (hall). For example, assuming that 50,000 yen is in the sand, which is a medal lending machine, and the number of coins inserted into the game stand is 20,000, the coin unit price is “50,000 yen / 20,000 pieces = 2.5 ( Yen / sheet) ".

  “Replay” can be performed without inserting a game medal when a combination of specific symbols (excluding a combination of symbols related to winning) is displayed as a result of one game. Say things.

  The “special replay” is “replay” and is a winning combination for setting a new high-probability replay state.

  DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, an embodiment in the case where a gaming machine according to the present invention is applied to a pachislot machine (a spinning machine or a slot machine) will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. Note that video games, video games, and the like using game software (simulation software) that imitates the operation of this gaming machine also belong to the technical scope of the present invention. The configuration described in the related art is also a part of the configuration of the gaming machine according to the present invention.

  FIG. 1 is a schematic front view of a swivel type gaming machine according to the present invention, and FIG. 2 is a right side view thereof.

  Reference numeral 1 denotes a swivel-type gaming machine body generally referred to as a “pachislot machine”, which is roughly divided into a housing 1a (see FIG. 2) containing a rotating drum (drum unit 2) and a front door 1b.

  The front door 1b is the main part that should be called the face of a swivel-type game machine, and a unique metallic feeling is required for the creation of a high-class feeling and design, and it is normal chrome plating, dark chrome plating, genuine Hard gold plating, metalizing (plating), satin tone (plating), etc. are added to the resin material to create gorgeousness. A transparent panel 21 is attached to the front surface of the front door 1b. A design panel 22 is attached to the front door 1b inside the transparent panel 21.

  The design panel 22 includes an upper surface portion 22a on which a display effect device 11 (or a video device) that performs various effects according to a game situation is fixed, an inner surface portion 22b on which a symbol display window is formed, and a light emitting display device. A bottom surface portion 22d that is bent in the inner direction of the housing 1a is formed by the lower surface portion 22c to which the bottom surface portion 22c is attached, and a left side surface portion 22e and a right side surface portion 22f that connect the bottom surface portion 22d (not shown. As shown in the figure, a deep box-like space is formed, and a three-dimensional electric type driven in accordance with the progress of the game, such as a three-dimensionally projecting decoration 23 on the bottom surface portion 22d. There is a driving object 24 (for example, an electric toy, an openable door, a bumper that moves up and down, a swinging ship, etc., which is used for presentations, regardless of the internal winning combination). .

  The front door 1b and the design panel 22 are formed by integrally molding a resin material with a mold. Generally, injection molding, extrusion molding, foam molding, vacuum molding, or the like is used as a molding method.

  The resin materials include ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene), PE (polyethylene), PP (polypropylene), PS (polystyrene), engineering plastic PA (polyamide [nylon]), PC (polycarbonate), and POM. (Polyacetal), PPE (Polyphenylene ether), PET (Polyethylene terephthalate), PBT (Polybutylene terephthalate), PMMA (Polymethyl methacrylate), Super engineering plastics PPS (Polyphenylene sulfide), LCP (Liquid crystal polymer), PSF (Polysulfone) PES (polyether sulfone), PAR (polyarylate), and thermosetting resin phenol resin, melamine resin, epoxy resin, unsaturated polyester resin, polyurethane, urea resin are used.

  Reference numeral 2 denotes a drum portion built in the housing 1a, which is composed of three drums, a left drum 2a, a middle drum 2b, and a right drum 2c. Each drum is provided with a rotating part symbol display LED, which emits light (turns on and blinks) or turns off according to various effects. In other words, each drum is a symbol row that displays a plurality of symbols in a row, and in this case, a variable display game for changing three symbol rows is started.

  Reference numeral 3 denotes a window provided in the center of the front surface of the design panel 22 so that the symbols attached to the outer periphery of the drum 2 can be seen through the transparent panel 21. In this window portion 3, there are a total of five effective lines, which are three effective lines extending in the lateral direction and two effective lines intersecting obliquely, with the left drum 2 a and the middle drum 2 b and the middle drum 2 b and the right It is displayed prominently by a line connecting the drums 2c. Note that a rotating body line display LED is embedded below the effective line, and is lit or blinked when winning.

  Reference numeral 4 denotes a display LED block provided on the lower side of the design panel 22 on the lower side of the window 3 and includes an insertion number LED, a medal storage number display LED, a medal payout number display LED, and a navigation LED as will be described later. It consists of display LED groups.

  Reference numeral 5 denotes a medal insertion unit, which has a medal insertion slot for inserting a game medal (a game medium, sometimes referred to as a coin) for starting a variable display game for rotating and stopping the drum unit 2 (rotating drum). Is provided. Note that a left light transmitting portion 5a and a right light transmitting portion 5b are provided on both sides of the medal insertion portion 5, and the medal is received by light from a plurality of light sources (for example, LEDs) attached to the lower left and right. When it is impossible to insert, it is red (first color). On the other hand, when a medal can be inserted and displayed for addition for gaming, it is blue (second color). When it is displayed for addition on the medal storage device, it is green. Lights in (third color). However, if a medal cannot be inserted, it may be turned off. Furthermore, in the game software, the game medium is data (for example, the number of inserted medals, credit numerical data, or token) that means a game medal or a game coin, and is different from an actual game medal or game coin.

  Also, medals inserted from the medal insertion slot 5c are counted by a medal sorting device (not shown), and the number of inserted medals is added and the number of inserted LEDs or the number of stored medal is displayed on the display LED block 4. Displayed on the LED.

  An adjustment button 6 is used for starting and releasing a medal storage device (not shown) and adjusting the inserted medals and the stored medals.

  Reference numeral 7 denotes a 1-bet button, which is used when inserting one stored medal of the medal storing device in order to play a game. In many cases, the 1-bet button 7 is not provided.

  Reference numeral 8 denotes a max bet button, which is used when a maximum of three stored medals in the medal storage device are inserted in order to play a game. Note that an LED is provided inside the max bet button 3, and lights up when the max bet button 3 is operable.

  Reference numeral 9 denotes a start lever (a part of the spinning cylinder rotation starting device), which is used when the drum unit 2 is started all at once after inserting a predetermined number of game medals to play a game. An LED is provided around the start lever 9, and is lit when the start operation is possible. Further, the start lever 9 determines a desired set value selected from step values 1 to 6 (or four step jump numbers 1, 3, 5, and 7) when performing the step setting of the payout rate. Use when you want to. 70 shows a max bet button 8a having a function of the start lever 9 related to the present invention (see FIG. 70A) and a start lever 9a having a function of the max bet button 8 (see FIG. 70B). The details will be described later.

  Reference numeral 10 denotes a stop button portion which is used when stopping the rotating drum portion 2. The stop button section 10 is provided with three buttons, a left stop button 10a, a middle stop button 10b, and a right stop button 10c, and the drum section 2 is operated during rotation, and corresponds to each button. The left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c (a plurality of symbol rows displaying a plurality of symbols) can be stopped. When the rotation of the three drums, the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c, reaches a predetermined speed (about 80 rotations / minute) and the stop button unit becomes operable, the stop button 10a, The stop button 10b and the LED built in the stop button 10c (that is, display means for displaying that the stop button is operable) are turned on. Further, when the left stop button 10a, middle stop button 10b, and right stop button 10c are used as direction input means, it is possible to correspond to left direction, upward direction, and right direction input, respectively.

  11 is a display effect device realized by an FPD (flat panel display) such as a color display using a cathode ray tube, an LCD (liquid crystal display), a PDP (plasma display panel), or an organic EL (electroluminescence). In addition, various video effects relating to the spinning game (production of video selected from a plurality of effect videos), notification of necessary information, and the like can be performed. It should be noted that the display effect device 11 displays a telop of lyrics based on video data read from the ROM 161 during a BGM performance after a BB or a big hit winning.

  Reference numeral 12 denotes a speaker unit, which is composed of four speakers, an upper left speaker 12a, an upper right speaker 12b, a lower left speaker 12c, and a lower right speaker 12d. During changing of sound effects and step set values according to various effects or the front door 1b Sounds a warning when is open. Although not shown, a protective speaker grill is actually attached so as to cover the entire upper surfaces of the lower left speaker 12c and the lower right speaker 12d.

  Reference numeral 13 denotes a game state display LED unit, which is an upper state display LED 13a provided at the top of the display effect device 11, an upper left state display LED 13b, an upper right state display LED 13c, a left middle state display LED 13d and a right middle It is composed of a status display LED 13e, a lower left status display LED 13f, a lower right status display LED 13g, and a middle lower status display LED 13h, and various light effects can be effectively performed. Further, the flashing is repeated as a warning display while the step set value is being changed or the front door 1b is open. In addition, since the game state display LED part 13 (13a-13h) is arrange | positioned so that the outer periphery of the front door 1b may be substantially 1 round | round | yen, it is light that colorful light circulates around an outer periphery seamlessly with respect to a player. It is possible to perform the production effectively.

  Reference numeral 14 denotes a door key hole. When the front door 1b of the swivel type gaming machine main body 1 is opened by the door key, the stop state (state in which the operation for the medal type game is disabled) and the cancellation of the game due to an error are performed. Used when releasing.

  Reference numeral 15 denotes a tray, and game medals paid out from a medal payout device (not shown) are discharged from the medal payout port 16 and can be received up to several hundreds.

  Reference numeral 17 denotes a logo panel unit, which is used to display various trademarks such as a manufacturer name or model name.

  Reference numeral 19 denotes a special button, which is information required in accordance with various games displayed on the display effect device 11 and its image effects (for example, input information such as a fighter aircraft gun operation, a bomb drop, and a character moving direction). ) Is input by the player himself. Note that the information input by the special button 19 is given to a sub-board (sub-block), which will be described later, and is used only for various images and sound effects, and does not affect the game result.

  Reference numeral 20 denotes a logo display unit, which is used to display various trademarks such as a manufacturer name and a gaming machine name by sticking a seal or a film so as to cover the entire part, like the logo panel unit 17. The

  28 is a inserted medal jammed return button (also simply referred to as “return button”), and a medal payout port for game medals packed in a game medal selector (not shown) through which the game medals pass following the medal insertion unit 5 Used when returning from 16.

  FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the design panel.

  The design panel 22 shown in FIG. 3A includes an upper surface portion 22a on which a display effect device attaching portion 22j for attaching the display effect device 11 is formed, an intermediate surface portion 22b on which a symbol display window 3 is formed, and the display described above. A bottom surface portion 22d is formed by the lower surface portion 22c to which the LED block 4 (light emitting display device) is attached, and a decorative object or a three-dimensional electric drive object is provided on the upper surface thereof.

  Further, the left side surface portion 22e and the right side surface portion 22f connecting the bottom surface portion 22d form a substantially box-shaped shape (or a substantially ship-shaped shape), and a space recessed inside is formed, and the upper and lower portions are attached to the front door 1b. An upper mounting portion 22g and a lower mounting portion 22h in which a plurality of mounting holes are formed are provided. By sticking a decorative seal to the five inner surfaces including the bottom surface portion 22d, the left side surface portion 22e, and the right side surface portion 22f, in particular, the bottom surface portion 22d forms three substantially flat surfaces. However, since the decorative object 23 and the electric driving object 24 are provided, it is natural that there are irregularities.

  Reference numeral 4a denotes an insertion number LED, which displays the number of game medals inserted from the medal insertion unit 5 or by the max bet button 8 or the 1 bet button 7 in order to play a game.

  4b is a medal stored number display LED for displaying the number of stored game medals (number of credits) in a range of, for example, a predetermined maximum number of 50, and a payout effect display at the time of settlement of stored medals.

  4c is a medal payout number display LED which displays the number of payout medals at the time of winning a prize, and also displays a stage setting value of a payout rate and an error code when an error occurs during stopping.

  4d is a navigation LED that displays various effects according to the game situation. For example, the power level of the characters, the number or degree of destruction of machine guns and bombs deployed in fighters, and the volume level display (generally known as an equalizer) corresponding to sound effects are displayed. A small liquid crystal display device may be used for navigation.

  The design panel 22 shown in FIG. 3 (B) is different from that in FIG. 3 (A) in that an uppermost surface portion 22i is provided as a further bent surface (a collar). The provision of the uppermost surface portion 22i is advantageous in that the attached display effect device 11 can be easily seen by the player and the design panel itself is further strengthened.

  FIG. 4 is a block diagram of the control circuit system of the slot machine (gaming machine) according to the present invention, in which a main block (main board: a part not enclosed by a broken line) and a sub block (sub board: a part enclosed by a broken line) It is roughly divided into The main block controls the game results, and the sub block controls various effects such as game progress and notification / display of the internal lottery results.

  For example, when the main block (main control unit 100) finishes the special game performed after winning the bonus, the main block enters a high-probability re-playing state in the subsequent general game, and a plurality of winning roles are simultaneously won, and a rotating operation is performed by a stop operation. When the rotation of the game is stopped, the number of continuous games of the general game to be set to the high probability replaying state is determined according to the winning symbol. In addition, when the number of continuing games is determined, the main block controls the probability of winning a general game with the same expected payout value of game medals.

  Then, in the general game after the special game is ended, when the random number lottery result is a win, the rotation of the rotary drum is stopped so that the symbols are displayed in a predetermined combination by the sub-control unit of the sub-block described later For this purpose. The signal from the main block is output to the sub block, but conversely, no signal can be received from the sub block to the main block. This is for the purpose of countermeasures against Goto, and is stipulated by laws related to customs business regulations and business optimization.

  As will be described later (in particular, refer to FIGS. 6 and 13), the main control unit 100 executes random number lottery in accordance with the player's operation of the start lever 9 and displays a plurality of types of symbols in three columns (a plurality of columns). The symbol variation display game is started by rotating the drum section 2 (left turn belt 32a, middle turn belt 32b, and right turn belt 32c) for changing display. In this random number lottery, a small role with a payout such as a bell, cherry, watermelon, plum or the like is won, and when the player performs a stop operation of the stop button portion 10, the main control portion 100 stops the drum portion 2 and the window portion. If the same symbol is displayed side by side on any of the five active lines of No. 3, the prize is won. For example, if the number of game media payouts specified according to the type of prize is 7 bells, 2 cherries, 5 watermelons, and 8 plums, the bell symbol on the second line and the plum symbol on the third line Are displayed side by side, the main control unit 100 pays out 15 cards in total of 7 winning bells and 8 plums.

  Then, the main control unit 100 causes the bell symbol (first winning symbol) and the plum symbol (second winning symbol) to be simultaneously won by one random number lottery in the symbol variation display game, and the player performs a stop operation of the stop button portion 10. The symbols on the drum section 2 that fluctuate are stopped according to the order. When the main controller 100 wins a bell symbol and a plum symbol, for example, by random number lottery, the player presses one of the left stop button 10a, the middle stop button 10b, or the right stop button 10c of the stop button unit 10. When the symbol row (rotating belt) is stopped by operating, both the bell symbol and the plum symbol are displayed on the effective line of the window portion 3 of the symbol row that is stopped first. Then, one or two bell symbols (first winning symbol) are placed on the active line according to the order of the stop operation of the stop button unit 10 defined for the plum symbol (second winning symbol). ) Display and win, and pay out a total of 7 winning game media (ie, 1 or 2) as defined in the bell symbol winning (ie, 1 or 2).

  Further, the main control unit 100 counts game medals inserted from the medal insertion slot 5c by a medal sorting device (not shown), and adds the number of medals successfully inserted to the medal storage device (not shown). Then, the display LED block 4 is displayed on the inserted number LED or medal stored number display LED. When a predetermined number of medals are inserted by operating the max bet button 8, the predetermined number of three medals are subtracted from the stored number of game medals stored in the medal storage device and used for the medal-type game. When the payout operation is performed by the above, the game medals corresponding to the stored number displayed on the medal stored number display LED are discharged from the medal payout opening 16, and the game medals are paid out by the payout operation of the settlement button 6. Control is performed so that the operation for the type game (variable display game) is disabled (stopped state).

  The main control unit 100 confirms whether or not the stop setting unit 180 (that is, the stop setting switch) for setting whether or not the operation for the medal-type game is disabled is performed. When the game medal is paid out by the payout operation, the operation for the medal-type game is disabled, and when the game setting medal is paid out by the payout operation of the settlement button 6 when the stop setting switch is OFF, the medal-type game The operation for this is made possible (i.e., it is not in the stop state).

  The main control unit 100 counts the number of game medals paid out by the payout operation of the checkout button 6, and when the counted number of game medals reaches a predetermined number (for example, about 200), Disable operation.

  When the payout operation of the checkout button 6 is performed, the main control unit 100 starts a built-in timer, measures the time from the payout operation of the first checkout button 6 to the next payout operation, and the measured time is a predetermined time. If it does not reach (for example, about 30 minutes), the operation for medal-type game is disabled. Although this timer can be easily created by collecting the basic clocks and storing them in the RAM 102, the description thereof is omitted because it is well known.

  In addition, the main control unit 100 performs internal lottery in conjunction with the start operation of the start lever in the normal game, and at least a small role such as a probability variation bonus, a normal bonus, a bell symbol, a replay symbol replay and a symbol are arranged. Determine no loses. The main control unit 100 has a probability variation state in which a probability that a re-game is won in the internal lottery of a normal game is a predetermined first probability and a probability of becoming a loss is a predetermined second probability, and a probability that a re-game is won is A high-probability replay state in which the probability of being lost is higher than the first probability and lower than the second probability is changed by changing the value of the number in the lottery table. For example, in the probability variation state, the probability of losing is 4 / 7.3 and the probability of winning a replay is 1 / 7.3, and in the high probability replaying state, the probability of losing is 1 / 7.3. The number of places is changed so that the probability of winning is 4 / 7.3, and the number of places such as probability fluctuation bonuses, normal bonuses and small roles is kept as it is. In other words, in the high probability replaying state, the value that has been lost until now is regarded as the winning of replaying. In particular, when none of the bonuses are won, the control means displays a specific symbol on the active line when the game is lost in the internal drawing of the normal game, and then displays the normal game thereafter in the probability variation state. Do.

  When either the probability variation bonus or the normal bonus is won and the main control unit 100 loses due to the internal drawing of the normal game, the main control unit 100 displays the bonus symbol in a displayable state and displays the bonus. If the bonus symbol is a symbol related to the operation of the probability variation bonus, the special game performed after the bonus is ended and then the probability variation state is set.On the other hand, if the displayed bonus symbol is a symbol related to the operation of the normal bonus, the special game is performed. After finishing the game, a high probability replay state is set. In particular, the main control unit 100 displays the special replay symbol on the active line when the special replay is won by the internal drawing of the normal game when any bonus is not won, and the subsequent high probability replay state. The normal game is played with changing the winning probability or the prescribed number of games.

  The main control unit 100 inserts a predetermined number of game medals, starts a normal game in which a plurality of symbols are variably displayed by a start operation, performs an internal lottery, and performs a plurality of types of bonuses, small roles, first replays, When the second replay and the loss are determined, and the symbols stopped on the active line are displayed in a predetermined symbol combination, a prize is awarded. In addition, the main control unit 100 controls the internal lottery and the symbol stop of the normal game, and when the first replay is won by the internal lottery of the normal game, the main game unit 100 stops the regame symbol on the active line and replays the game. On the other hand, when the second replay is won by the internal lottery of the normal game, any one of the plural types of bonuses is won and stored at the same time as the second replay, and specified on the active line When the symbol is stopped and the number of games corresponding to the memorized bonus is set to the high probability replay state, and the game is lost in the subsequent normal game, the symbol corresponding to the memorized bonus is stopped on the active line, and the bonus Release.

  After the speed of rotation of all the cylinders (drum unit 2) becomes constant, the main control unit 100 exceeds the “30 seconds” that is the elapsed time of the variable display game, and the rotation stop device (stop) by the player It has a function (hereinafter referred to as “automatic stop function”) for stopping the rotation of the rotating cylinder when the button part 10) is not operated. In this automatic stop, the condition device is activated. However, the pattern of the operating condition device is not aligned. For example, if the automatic stop is performed when the bonus flag is set, the main control unit 100 stops not only the bonus symbol but also the replay or small role symbol from being displayed. In addition, when the rotation of the rotating drum reaches a predetermined time (30 seconds) at the time of winning the bonus, the main control unit 100 automatically stops to display a predetermined symbol corresponding to the bonus stored in the window unit 3. . For example, as a predetermined pattern, the left drum 2a has No. 1 on the first line shown in FIG. No. 4 watermelon design, the middle drum 2b No. No. 18 cherry symbols and the right drum 2c have no. The 14 cross symbols are forcibly and uniquely drawn and stopped (see FIG. 7). In the next variation display game, the drum starts rotating from this stopped state, and the torque performance of the step motor 30 is constant. Therefore, the time until the rotational speed of the drum unit 2 reaches a predetermined speed is also constant. When the stop button is operated in order from the left as usual immediately after the built-in LED indicating that the stop button can be operated lights up, the winning bonus symbol is within the pull-in range (within 5 frames) The bonus symbol stops on the active line of the symbol display section. This is the point of patentability of the present invention and does not exist in the prior art.

  The main control unit 100 is an integrated one-chip microcomputer (for example, LE4280B-PA-G1 manufactured by L-Tech Co., Ltd.) on which a microprocessor incorporating a CPU is mounted, and describes a control procedure for a predetermined data table area and the entire apparatus. ROM 101 for storing the control program, and RAM 102 for forming a counter, a register, and the like and temporarily storing information necessary for control (also referred to as RWM: rewritable memory. Also includes not only internal but also external RAM) And are provided. As will be described later, the RAM 102 retains control data stored by the RAM backup power supplied via the power connector even when the power switch 170c is turned off or the power cord is disconnected. On the other hand, when the power connector itself is disconnected, power is not supplied, so the control data is erased (all cleared or reset to 0).

  The main control unit 100 includes a start SW sensor 110 (start switch sensor 110), a stop button sensor 120, a medal detection sensor 130, and a bet button sensor 140 via an I / O port (not shown) and a data bus. The stage setting unit 150 and the stop setting unit 180 are connected, and the main control unit 100 is configured to be able to receive input signals from these.

  The main control unit 100 is connected to the drum unit 2, the medal payout device 18 and the display LED block 4 via an I / O port (not shown) and a data bus. These devices can be controlled by input / output signals. Further, a sub-control unit 160 is connected to the main control unit 100 via an I / O port (not shown), and control data (for example, coin insertion data and winning status) necessary for various control of sub-blocks is connected. Data, data indicating the switch operating state of the stage setting unit, and stage setting value) are output to the sub-control unit 160. The sub-control unit 160 also stores the history information of the step set values in the built-in RAM 162, and the history information is backed up by a battery, so it will not disappear even if the main power is turned off.

  In particular, the sub-control unit 160 (1) counts the number of game medals increased during the special game from the inserted number data and the payout number data in the control data, and (2) general after the special game is finished. In the game, when the random number lottery result is a win, the auxiliary information for stopping the rotation of the rotating drum is notified so that the symbols are displayed in a predetermined combination, and (3) the general game after the special game is finished When the notification of auxiliary information is started, the notification of auxiliary information is terminated when the number of game medals decreased in the general game exceeds the increase in game medals in the bonus game.

  Further, the sub-control unit 160 determines the difference number after the initialization and the digested variable display game based on the inserted number data, the paid-out number data, and the variable display game number data in the control data transmitted from the main control unit 100. The number of times is counted, and when the counted difference number or number of times reaches a predetermined number, the selected game is activated. At this time, the sub-control unit 160 displays on the display effect device 11 "Do you want to start the selected game? If you want to start, please hit the special button repeatedly."

  When the player repeatedly hits the special button, the sub-control unit 160 receives a pulse signal corresponding to the number of repeated hits and performs a selection game lottery to determine a winning number (eg, “0” or “1”). . Then, “O, X”, “Left, Right” and the like are displayed on the display effect device 11 in correspondence with the left stop button 10a and the right stop button 10c, respectively, and the player is prompted to perform a selection operation. For example, when “0” is won in the selected game lottery result, if the player operates the left stop button 10a and selects the corresponding “◯” or “left”, the selected game is won. Then, when the sub-control unit 160 determines that it is a win, in the subsequent variable display game, the AT function (by the auxiliary information notification means) until the number of game media increases according to the number of inserted games, the number of differences, or the number of variable display games. Activate the function to notify auxiliary information. For example, if the difference number is minus 500, the player is notified of the winning symbol and the pressing order in the internal lottery until the number is increased by 1000. In other words, if the player wins the selected game, 1000 players are guaranteed to be acquired. When the sub-control unit 160 increases by a predetermined number (or pays out a predetermined number), it terminates the AT function, initializes the difference number or the number of variable display games, and returns to the start.

  On the other hand, if the player operates the right stop button 10c and selects the corresponding “X” or “Right”, the selected game is lost. If the sub-control unit 160 determines that it is a loss, the sub-control unit 160 initializes the difference number or the number of variable display games without activating the AT function, and returns to the start. As a result, even if the player is in a state of humiliation, if he wins in the selected game, he will be able to recover more than he had lost so far, and can expect a one-shot reversal that he can not endure banging . In the above, the two choices are doubled by winning, but for example, if five choices are made, it is also possible to return five times by winning, and if the player can select the magnification, the preference is further increased.

  Similar to the main control unit 100, the sub-control unit 160 is an integrated one-chip microcomputer equipped with a microprocessor with a built-in CPU, and a ROM 161 that stores a control program describing the control procedure of the entire sub-block; A counter, a timer, a register, and the like are formed, and a RAM 162 that temporarily stores information necessary for control received from the main control unit 100 is provided. The sub-control unit 160 starts a timer based on the data indicating the switch operation state of the stage setting unit, and if it does not turn ON or OFF even after a predetermined time has passed, abnormal sound and light and liquid crystal display are detected. Announce the occurrence.

  In particular, the sub control unit 160 does not have the step set value stored in the RAM 102 within a predetermined range, and after the main control unit 100 generates a warning, the sub control unit 160 transmits the step set value selected in accordance with the operation of the store clerk setting change switch. If the latest step set value stored in the RAM 162 matches the step set value that has been transmitted, the fact that they match is displayed or notified. For example, the sub-control unit 160 displays “matched with the stage setting value at the time of opening” on the display effect device 11 and generates a beep sound from the speaker unit 12, or sounds “the stage setting value at the time of opening”. "I matched." Is repeated. After that, when the step setting unit 150 is operated in a state where the sub control unit 160 displays or notifies that the sub control unit 160 matches, the main control unit 100 newly stores the transmitted step setting value in the RAM 102, The winning of the variable display game is determined using the newly stored step setting value.

  The ROM 161 stores a plurality of BGM (Background Music) data. In particular, during the big bonus game, a specially arranged BGM is selected and played in order to enhance the player's feelings. . The sub-control unit 160 receives the game start signal from the main control unit 100 and counts the number of symbol variation display games when the BGM is selected and played after the big win is won. When the number exceeds a predetermined number (for example, 100 games), the first music is played as a karaoke accompaniment of the music. On the other hand, when the number is less than the predetermined number (for example, 100 games), the second music includes the singing voice and accompaniment of the lyrics of the music. Play. In other words, when BB or jackpot is won within 100 games, a song containing the singer's singing voice is played, while in 101 games or more, only karaoke without the singer's singing voice is played. As a result, when a BGM with a singing voice is played, the player can feel a sense of accomplishment that he has won a BB or a jackpot with a small number of games, and other players who have listened to the BGM also have an early BB. Or, it has the effect of inspiring to win a jackpot.

  Further, the sub-control unit 160 includes a display effect device 11, a speaker unit 12, a gaming state display LED unit 13, an input SW unit 25 (input switch unit 25), a time measuring unit 26, an operation direction sensor 111, a special button sensor 112, and The door abnormality signal output device 113 is connected, and the sub-control unit 160 is configured to be able to receive input signals from each of these devices and to output various data and signals to perform various controls. Yes.

  In response to the start operation of the start lever 9, the sub-control unit 160 executes random number lottery internally, and when receiving a result of big hit, small hit or lose, before the result of the random number lottery is notified In addition, a lottery is performed to determine whether or not to produce an effect on the display effect device 11, the speaker unit 12, and the game state display LED unit 13. When the sub-control unit 160 wins in the effect lottery, the sub-control unit 160 selects an effect image to be displayed on the display effect device 11 from a plurality of effect images stored in the ROM 161. In particular, the video lottery table is determined so that a big hit with a high probability of 50% to less than 100% is displayed when the intense heat video is displayed, and the data is stored in the ROM 161.

  When the sub-control unit 160 loses in the random number lottery and selects the intense video as the effect image, the sub-control unit 160 does not display the intense image on the display effect device 11 when a predetermined video discard condition described later is satisfied. Control. This includes the case where the video effect is not performed.

  Moreover, the sub-control unit 160, when not displaying the intense heat image on the display effect device 11, a plurality of excluding the intense heat image or other similar intense heat images (the effect image that is a big hit with the same high probability). Re-selection is made from the effect video, or re-selection is made from the alternative effect video associated with the intense heat video.

  The operation direction sensor 111 outputs a direction signal corresponding to the up / down / left / right direction in which the start lever 9 is operated, and the sub-control unit 160 receives the direction signal, and performs various video effects and winning notifications according to the direction signal. Are displayed on the display effect device 11 and sound effects are generated from the speaker unit 12.

  The special button sensor 112 outputs an ON signal (for example, a HIGH signal) when the special button 19 is operated, and the sub-control unit 160 displays various games and their video effects and winning notifications according to the timing of receiving the ON signal. Are displayed on the display effect device 11 and sound effects such as bomb dropping and machine gun operation are generated from the speaker unit 12.

  The door abnormality signal output device 113 is a device that detects the open / closed state of the door and outputs a control signal to the sub-control unit 160. When the main power supply is ON, an ON / OFF signal is generated according to the opening / closing of the front door 1b. When the main power supply is OFF, it is driven by the power supplied from the sub power supply, detects and stores the abnormal opening / closing of the front door 1b when the main power supply is cut off, and then the main power supply is turned ON. Even in such a case, the sub-control unit 160 is notified of abnormal opening and closing when the main power is turned off. As a result, even if the front door 1b is closed, the sub-control unit 160 generates a warning sound when the main power is turned on, so that the manager of the gaming hall recognizes the abnormal situation and checks and checks the gaming machine, etc. Appropriate measures can be taken.

  The medal detection sensor 130 includes the medal passage sensor 48 and the proximity sensor 49 described above, and outputs a number of pulse signals corresponding to the number of medals inserted from the medal insertion slot 5, and the main control unit 100 outputs this pulse signal. The received number and the counter processing of the rise and fall of the pulse signal are performed, and the inserted number or credit number increased by the number corresponding to the number of pulses is displayed on the inserted number LED 4a or the medal stored number display LED 4b in the display LED block 4. To control.

  The bet button detection sensor 140 includes a 1 bet button detection sensor 140a that outputs a pulse signal in response to an operation of the 1 bet button 7, and a max bet button detection sensor 140b that outputs a pulse signal in response to an operation of the max bet button 8. It is composed of two and is separately connected to two ports of the main control unit 100 (not shown in detail). The main controller 100 controls the number display of the input number LED 4a so as to correspond to the obtained pulse signal.

  Further, when the player operates the start lever 9 after inserting a predetermined number of medals, the start SW sensor 110 outputs a start signal, and the main control unit 100 performs random number lottery or the like in response to reception of the start signal. A variation display game is started and a drive pulse signal is output to the drum unit 2. The game performed by operating the start lever 9 once is a variable display game of one game, and the player aims to increase the medal by acquiring a bonus game (big bonus or regular bonus). Repeat the game.

  Then, when the stop buttons 10a, 10b, and 10c are operated during the variable display game, the main control unit 100 stops the rotation of the rotating drum, and a predetermined combination is established (the design of each rotating drum is predetermined. When the medals are to be paid out, the number of payouts is displayed on the medal payout number display LED 4c in the display LED block 4, and this is added to the number of credits and displayed on the medal stored number display LED 4b. Display. When the payout operation is performed with the settlement button 6 or when the number of credits exceeds, for example, the maximum number of 50, the main control unit 100 controls the medal payout device 18 so that the required number of medals can be obtained as medals. It is discharged from the payout opening 16 and accumulated in the tray 15.

  Further, the main control unit 100 outputs control data related to internal winnings to the sub-control unit 160 when a small role is established, or in particular, when a bonus game is won internally. When the sub-control unit 160 receives control data from the main control unit 100, the lighting control of the gaming state display LED unit 13 and the control of a speech synthesis LSI (not shown) for generating sound effects from the speaker unit 12 are performed. In addition, various presentation operations such as display control of characters and background video in the display screen of the display presentation device 11 are performed.

  150 is a stage setting unit, and by performing the stage setting operation of the payout rate, which will be described later, the hall side has a stage value 1 to 1 according to the event and the collection status for the release at the newly opened and the profit improvement. A desired set value can be selected from 6 (or jump numbers 1, 3, 5, 7, etc.).

  Reference numeral 25 denotes an input SW unit (input switch unit), which sets a warning mode when a stage setting operation of the payout rate is performed, and sets a time zone in which a warning is generated or not generated. The warning mode includes three modes: an on state or an off state of a warning generation function, and a timer state in which a warning is generated only during a set time period. The input SW unit 25 includes an initialization switch for initializing the sub-block and a volume switch used for switching the volume of the speaker unit 12, and functions when both are pressed simultaneously. ing.

  Reference numeral 26 denotes a time measuring unit that is a radio timepiece that receives absolute time data from a satellite or the like and keeps accurate time, and outputs the time measured to the sub-control unit 160.

  In particular, the functions of the main control unit 100 and the sub-control unit 160 will be described in detail. The main control unit 100 performs a winning lottery at that timing when the player inserts three medals of game media and operates the start lever. After that, the lottery result (winning combination, replay, loss, etc.) is stored in the RAM 102, and the three drums 2a, 2b, 2c are rotated at a predetermined speed. When the player operates the stop buttons 10a, 10b, and 10c, the main control unit 100, when the winning symbol is stopped and displayed on the active line by the pull-in control or the avoidance control according to the lottery result, the medal payout device 18 , And a prescribed number of medals are discharged from the medal payout opening 16 and accumulated in the tray 15. At this time, the main control unit 100 transmits various commands (game number, number of inserted medals and number of payouts) necessary for the game effect and control commands such as a lottery result to the sub-control unit 160.

  The sub-control unit 160 determines (1) the number of inserted medals and (2) the number of paid-outs from the number of inserted medals after the time when various data are initialized based on the data and control commands received from the main control unit. The difference number obtained by subtraction or (3) the number of times of the variable display game is counted and sequentially stored and updated in the RAM 162.

  When the value reaches a predetermined number, the sub-control unit 160 sets a selection game flag in the RAM 162 (sets a bit to 1) and “displays a selection game on the display effect device 11. Please press the special button repeatedly. ”And the special button 19 is flashed. Note that the selection game flag is set in order to give room for selection multiple times even if the player overlooks it (to prevent erroneous operation), and even if it is not selected, the selection game is usually only three times (or multiple times). Repeat trigger display.

  When the player repeatedly hits the special button, the sub-control unit 160 resets the selected game flag (returns the bit to 0) and activates the selected game.

  When the sub-control unit 160 wins the selected game by the player's selection operation, the AT function that is activated until the number of medals according to the counted number or the number of times in the subsequent variable display game increases. To notify the player of the auxiliary information, and then initialize the count value. On the other hand, when the selection game is lost, the count value is simply initialized without activating the AT function. On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 160 is lost in the selected game, it simply initializes the count value without activating the AT function and returns to the normal game.

  On the other hand, the sub-control unit 160 resets the selected game flag and initializes the count value without activating the selected game when the predetermined number of games has elapsed without the player hitting the special button repeatedly. Instead, the number of subsequent variable display games is added, and when the number reaches the predetermined number, the player is repeatedly asked whether or not to play the selected game.

  71 shows a priority installation unit 190 related to the present invention, details of which will be described later.

  FIG. 5 is a block diagram of a control circuit system for controlling the drum unit.

  The drum unit 2 includes step motors 30a, 30b, and 30c for controlling rotation of the three drums of the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c, and responds to the drive pulse signal from the main control unit 100. When the step motors 30a, 30b and 30c are driven and the drive pulse signal is continuously supplied to the three phases, the suction force is generated and stopped.

  The step motors 30a, 30b, and 30c are four-phase 1-2 excitation methods, have a step number of 252 steps / rotation (1.42 degrees / step), and just when the main control unit 100 inputs a drive pulse signal of 504 pulses. Each index signal (reference signal or reference position signal) returns one pulse from each of the spinning sensors 31a, 31b, and 31c, each of which is made of one photointerrupter and rotates once, so that the main control unit 100 Can accurately grasp the position of each drum. That is, the resolution by the input pulse is 0.714 (degrees / pulse). When the resolution is further increased, the rotational position can be grasped in detail by managing the time from the input pulse to the next input pulse and the rotational speed.

  FIG. 6 is a block diagram of the drum unit.

  Center portions of the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c, which are thick disk-shaped rotating bodies, are connected to the rotation shafts of the step motors 30a (not shown), 30b (not shown), and 30c, respectively. It rotates in the direction of the arrow shown (ie, from top to bottom). In addition, a left swirl band 32a, a middle swirl band 32b, and a right swirl band 32c on which a plurality of kinds of symbols are drawn are attached to the outer peripheral portion of each drum, and the same symbols are effective lines in the variable display game. If it is displayed on the window 3 side by side, it will be a prize. In addition, the star mark, + mark, plum mark (black circle mark) and triangle mark in the figure are shown for convenience and are different from actual ones.

  FIG. 7 is a drum symbol arrangement table.

  In each of the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c, a swirl belt (not shown) on which a left drum symbol, a middle drum symbol, and a right drum symbol are drawn so as to make a round at the outer periphery of each drum. It is attached to.

  Each swirl belt has 21 different symbols on it. There are big bonus symbols such as “Red 7” and “Blue 7” and various small role symbols such as crosses, cherries, watermelons, bells, and replays. . In Unit 4, the cross is a function that triggers the release of the stock big bonus or regular bonus, and the cherry and watermelon function that triggers a lottery to shift the mode from the low probability state to the high probability state, The bell and replay have been given the opposite function, but this special function is not available in the No. 5 machine, so that the number of medals corresponding to the symbol will be paid out.

  As shown in FIG. 6, the cylinder sensors 31a, 31b, and 31c (not shown) are provided for the stepping motors 30a, 30b, and 30c, respectively. Since the index signal returns one pulse, the main control unit 100 ascertains the symbol number and the rotation angle (24 divisions / symbol) based on the number of the index signal and the output drive pulse signal, and the symbol array shown in FIG. In consideration, it is always possible to recognize how much time each symbol reaches on the effective line of each drum.

  FIG. 8 is a structural block diagram of the drum portion, and FIGS. 8A and 8B show the state in which the right drum 2c is controlled to be pulled in time series.

  The main control unit 100 receives the start signal of the variable display game, and when the lottery result is won and the winning combination is established, the main control unit 100 performs pulling-in control for drawing in so as to align the symbols of the winning combination on the active line. .

  For example, in the state where the symbols “7, 7” are aligned on the effective line diagonally to the lower right of the left drum 2a and the middle drum 2b where the big bonus combination is won internally, the pattern within 4 frames from this effective line When the stop button 10c is operated in a state where “7” is positioned (see FIG. 8A), the main control unit 100 forcibly aligns this on the valid line and sets “7, 7, 7”. Pull-in control is performed so that the combination is achieved (see FIG. 8B). On the other hand, even if any winning combination is established by lottery, if a predetermined symbol corresponding to the winning combination is not displayed on the active line, it is not advantageous to the player. For example, a big bonus game (BB game) is not started unless it is displayed as shown in FIG. This pull-in control is performed not only on the right drum 2c but also on the symbols of the left drum 2a and the middle drum 2b.

  In the example of FIG. 8, the symbol “7” of the right drum 2 c is just 4 frames above, and is arranged on the effective line as a target of pull-in control. However, this pull-in control is not limited to four frames, and the number of pull-in frames can be increased / decreased by software control so as to be adapted to the design specifications or legal regulations. In addition, since the sub-control unit 160 notifies the auxiliary information for stopping the rotation of the rotary drum so that the symbols are displayed in a predetermined combination by the pull-in control when the random number lottery result is a win in the general game. is there.

  FIG. 9 is a configuration block diagram of the drum unit, and FIGS. 9A and 9B show the state in which the right drum 2c is controlled to avoid (or kick control) in time series.

  When the main control unit 100 receives the start signal of the variable display game, and the lottery result is lost and the combination is not established, the main control unit 100 does not align the symbols of the winning combination (bonus or small combination) on the active line. Perform avoidance control.

  For example, when the big bonus combination is not elected internally and the symbols “7, 7” are aligned on the right diagonally lower effective line of the left drum 2a and the middle drum 2b (so-called “reach state”) In the case where the stop button 10c is operated in a state where the symbol "7" is located within one frame from the effective line by the "eye push" (for example, called "bita push") 9A), the main control unit 100 forcibly sets the symbol “7” one step ahead so that “7, 7, 7” is not aligned on the active line. Avoidance control is performed (see FIG. 9B). This avoidance control is performed not only for the right drum 2c but also for the symbols of the left drum 2a and the middle drum 2b.

  FIG. 10 is a timing chart showing the relationship among the index signal, symbol position data (frame data), drive pulse signal, and stop button sensor signal.

  FIG. 10 (A) shows index signals output from the respective cylinder sensors 31a, 31b and 31c, and the main control is performed so that T1 becomes constant at 0.751 seconds (ie, 79.9 revolutions / minute). Controlled by the unit 100.

  FIG. 10B shows the symbol position data of the rotating drum, and FIG. 10C shows the drive pulse signal.

  The symbol position data is generated by collecting drive pulse signals, and the drive pulse signal is decremented by 1 every 24 pulses. That is, with reference to the index signal, the symbol position data is “21” in the range of the driving pulse signal from 1 pulse to 24 pulses, the symbol position data is “20” in the range of the driving pulse signal from 25 pulses to 48 pulses, The symbol position data is “19” when the drive pulse signal is in the range of 49 to 72 pulses, the symbol position data is “1” when the drive pulse signal is in the range of 481 to 504 pulses, and the symbol position data is 21 to 1 Turn around.

  The drive pulse signal is a drive pulse of a prescribed pattern that is input to the motor coil in order to rotate the rotating drum in a certain direction, and there are eight pattern numbers of patterns 0 to 7 as can be seen from the figure. When pattern numbers 0 to 7 are repeatedly applied to the motor coils 1 to 4 as this drive pulse signal three times (that is, 24 pulses are input), the rotating drum rotates from top to bottom by one pattern (one frame). To do.

  In particular, the input pulse phase data of the drive pulse input to the step motor is 5-bit data of 0 to 23 for driving the rotating drum by one frame, and pattern numbers 0 to 7 are phase data of the lower 3 bits. Thus, the drive pulse corresponding to the pattern number is actually applied to the motor coils 1 to 4 phase. Therefore, even when only the pattern number is stored in the work RAM (RAM 102), it corresponds to the phase data storage means for storing the input pulse phase data.

  FIG. 10D shows a stop button sensor signal output when each stop button is operated. In the case of this figure, the main control unit 100 recognizes the symbol position data “11” and the input pulse phase data “10” (or pattern number “2”) at the rising edge of the stop button sensor signal.

  FIG. 11 is a schematic diagram of the left drum 2a included in the drum portion.

  As shown in FIG. 11A, the left drum 2a rotates in the direction of the arrow (from the top to the bottom), and the cherry pattern is placed on any one of the upper, middle, and lower stages of the three windows 3 indicated by solid lines. When is stopped, a prize is awarded and a predetermined number of game medals are paid out. FIG. 11A shows a state where the cherry symbol is stopped at the upper stage of the window 3.

  When the player performs an operation to start the variable display game, the main control unit 100 performs an internal lottery. As a result, when the upper cherry (cherry 1) is won, the position (timing) at which the stop button is operated. ) To perform cherry symbol pull-in control (see FIG. 8) or avoidance control (see FIG. 9).

  FIG. 11B shows a possible range of pull-in control. When the stop button 10a is operated at a position on the four frames from the position where the cherry symbol is just the upper stage, the main control unit 100 opens the window portion. Stop the cherry symbol at the top of 3. In actuality, it takes about 36 ms to stop, so it is positioned higher by that amount, but for convenience of explanation, it is written in this way. In addition, since it is specified that the stop operation is performed within 190 ms from the stop operation, there is a case where four frames are not slipped.

  On the other hand, FIGS. 11 (C) and 11 (D) show the range in which avoidance control or the like is performed, and the main control unit 100 has the cherry symbol 4 from the upper position even when the upper cherry is won. When the stop button 10a is operated at a position above the frame (that is, a position above 4 in FIG. 11A) or a position slightly beyond the upper position, the position of the upper position is one or lower. Stop the cherry symbol down and make it lose. That is, since the middle cherry (cherry 2) or the lower cherry (cherry 3) is not won, the cherry symbol must be forcibly stopped outside the window 3.

  FIG. 12 is a schematic diagram showing the relationship between the left drum 2a, the window 3 and the symbol position data.

  As shown in FIGS. 12 (A) and 12 (B), the cherry symbols on the left drum 2a are the frame number 8 and the frame number 19 (see FIG. 7). When the lowermost position of the unit 3 is used as a measurement reference, the main control unit 100 reads the symbol position data “15” and the input pulse phase data “0” to the symbol position data “11” and the input pulse phase data “23” or the symbol. When the stop button 10a is operated in the range of the position data “5” and the input pulse phase data “0” to the symbol position data “1” and the input pulse phase data “23”, the cherry symbol is stopped at the upper stage and a winning is made. . In other words, even if the stop button 10a is appropriately operated, not only winning with a probability of 10/21, but if a winner is notified, an expert can push forward and win with a probability close to 100%. .

  FIG. 13 is a symbol combination display determination diagram.

  When all three drums are stopped, the main control unit 100 performs a combination display determination of symbols related to winning and operation on an effective line corresponding to the number of inserted game medals. For example, when the cherry-dew symbol on the left drum 2a is displayed on the window 3, 4 sheets are displayed at the top (2 sheets x 2 lines: 2nd line and 4th line), and 2 sheets are displayed at the middle stage. If (2 sheets × 1 line: 1st line) and the lower stage, 4 (2 sheets × 2 lines: 3rd line and 5th line) game medals are paid out.

  In addition, when the 7-paid-out bell symbols are displayed on the effective line of the window part 3, if only the middle stage is 7 sheets (7 sheets x 1 line: the first line), and the upper stage and diagonally down to the right For example, 14 game medals (7 sheets × 2 lines: the second line and the fourth line) are paid out. In other words, the game media having the number of payouts defined according to the type of winning a prize is totaled and paid out.

  FIG. 14 is a configuration block diagram of the display effect device.

  The display effect device 11 includes a command receiving unit 11a, a display effect control unit 11b (including a ROM 11c and a RAM 11d), and a display panel 11e. In this case, the ROM 11c is separately provided in the display effect control unit 11b, but there is no problem even if all the video data is stored in the ROM 161. Therefore, the ROM 11c may be considered as a part of the ROM 161.

  FIG. 15 is a conceptual diagram showing a storage state of the effect pattern data table stored in the ROM 11c.

  The effect command is composed of 1-byte length mode data and 1-byte length event data, and stores an effect pattern that is the effect content.

  When the sub-control unit 160 receives control data necessary for various controls from the main control unit 100 (particularly, data indicating a big hit, a small hit or a loss of the random number lottery result), the result of the random lottery result. Before the notification is sent, an appropriate effect command according to the control data is transmitted to the display effect device 11 side, and the command receiving unit 11a receives this effect command and passes it to the display effect control unit 11b. The details will be described later.

  When receiving the effect command, the display effect control unit 11b reads the effect pattern corresponding to the effect command from the ROM 11c, expands the data in the RAM 11d, and transmits the data to the display panel 11e, thereby displaying the effect corresponding to the effect command on the display screen. It is configured to display. For example, when the sub-control unit 160 transmits ($ Y0 $ 00) as an effect command, the display panel 11e indicates “night effect pattern 0” (mainly indicating that the second state has a low probability in Unit 4). The second display stage) is displayed. On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 160 transmits ($ Z0 $ 00) as an effect command, the display panel 11e displays “daytime effect pattern 0” (first display stage mainly indicating that it is in the first state with a high probability. ) Is displayed. Therefore, the player is anxious to display a daytime stage that mainly shows a high probability state during the game (however, this function is not available in Unit 5, but it can be used as a mere effect). ).

  FIG. 16 is a conceptual diagram of a lottery table.

  The lottery table is stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 and defines the relationship between the winning combination and the random value used for the symbol lottery.

  For example, in the case of the revolving game machine of the present invention, when the random number takes a value of 0 to 65535 at random, and the start lever 9 draws a symbol in accordance with the operation timing, the random value is 0 to m1. If it is within the range, the big bonus (BB) symbol is won.

  Similarly, a regular bonus (RB) with a random value in the range m2 to m3, a cross in the range m4 to m5, a cherry in the range m6 to m7, a watermelon in the range m8 to m9 When the random value is in the range of m10 to m11 and the random number is in the range of m12 to m13, the replay symbol is won, while the other values are “out of”.

  Normally, these numerical values of m1 to m13 are appropriately set in consideration of laws and regulations and game characteristics, but the BB winning probability is about “1/300”, the RB winning probability is about “1/500”, The winning probability of the cross is about 1/100, the winning probability of cherry and watermelon is about 1/50, and the winning probability of bell and replay is about 1/7. In particular, in the replay time (high probability replaying state), the replay win probability is set to about “½” by changing to the larger value m14 instead of the initial value m13, while m14 + 1 to 65535. The value of is “out of”. As a result, the probability of winning a replay corresponding to a three-piece payout is greatly increased, and the probability of “out of play” is reduced. As a result, the expected payout value of game medals is greatly improved or increased during the replay time. Become. Further, the main control unit 100 can set the expected value of the replay time to a desired value by increasing this number as m13 <m14 <m15.

  Although a detailed drawing of the lottery table is omitted, there are six lottery tables 1, lottery tables 2... Lottery table 6 corresponding to the stage setting values 1 to 6 of the payout rate and the number of inserted medals, and the main control unit is a stage setting unit. A lottery table is selected according to the step set value set by 150 and the number of inserted medals, and a bonus game and internal lottery of a plurality of small roles are executed in the variable display game. Note that the expected value that the bonus game is won in the internal lottery is the lottery table 1 <the lottery table 2 <... <The lottery table 6, as described in the low probability state and the high probability state. A high setting stand is required. However, if it is a three-sheet machine, a lottery table with one medal is not necessary.

  FIG. 17 is a payout table showing the relationship between the combination of symbols and the number of acquired medals in a general game.

  BB (Big Bonus) is a role name when “Red 7” or “Blue 7” BB symbols are aligned on the active line, and when they are aligned, the number of medals is 0, and the corresponding flag area is flag 1 And enter a big bonus game (BB game: operation of an accessory continuous operation device).

  RB (Regular Bonus) is an irregular name, but it is the title when the RB symbols of “Red 7, Red 7, Cross” or “Blue 7, Blue 7, Cross” are aligned on the effective line. The number of acquired medals is 0, and a flag 1 is set in the corresponding flag area, and the player enters the regular bonus game (RB game: operation of the first type special character).

  When watermelon symbols or cherry symbols are aligned on the active line, 5 or 2 medals are obtained respectively, and when in a low probability state, a promotion lottery for shifting to a high probability state is performed. It is carried out. In addition, when shifting from the low probability state to the high probability state, the screen display is switched from the night screen (second display stage) to the day screen (first display stage) on one of the watermelon or cherry symbols determined by lottery. It is done. Even when the low-probability state shifts to the high-probability state, the second display stage may be switched to the first display stage only when the screen display switching lottery is won. However, in Unit 5, there is no such low probability state or high probability state, but it can be used as a mere presentation.

  When the bell symbols are aligned on the active line, nine medals are obtained, and when in the high probability state, a relegation lottery for shifting to the low probability state is performed.

  Replay is the title when the replay symbols are aligned on the active line. Normally, no medal is acquired, flag 1 is set in the flag area, and the replay operation is performed by operating the start lever 9 of the player. To lower the flag (that is, 0). In other words, the next game can be played without inserting medals, while in the case of No. 4 in the high probability state, a relegation lottery for shifting to the low probability state is performed.

  In addition, as a result of lottery of bell symbols or replay symbols being demoted, when transitioning from a high probability state to a low probability state, one of the bell symbols or replay symbols determined in the lottery, from the day screen (first display stage) The screen display can be switched to the night screen (second display stage). Even when the high probability state shifts to the low probability state, the first display stage may be switched to the second display stage only when the lottery for screen display switching is won.

  This figure does not show a cross symbol, but it has only a special function related to production and the like, and even if the cross symbols are arranged, the number of medals won is zero.

  FIG. 18 is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a spinning cylinder gaming machine according to the present invention.

  The drum section 2 is arranged at the center of the casing 1a of the rotating gaming machine main body 1, and the medal payout device 18 (medal hopper 18) is arranged therebelow.

  A reflection plate 61 is provided at the upper right portion of the housing 1a and a photo sensor 60 is provided at the upper left portion of the front door 1b. The photo sensor 60, the reflection plate 61, and a logic circuit (not shown) are used to cause a door abnormality. The signal output device 113 is configured. When the front door 1b is closed, the LED light emitted from the photosensor 60 is reflected by the reflecting plate 61 and detected by the phototransistor. On the other hand, when the front door 1b is opened, no reflected light is detected. The open / closed state can be recognized. In the state where the main power supply is turned off, the door abnormality signal output device 113 is driven by the power supplied from the backup secondary battery (sub power supply), and detects the abnormal opening / closing of the front door 1b when the main power supply is cut off. It becomes possible to memorize.

  Reference numeral 170 denotes a power supply unit. When the power switch 170c is turned on, power is supplied to each circuit block, and after the initial check and initial setting, a variable display game can be played.

  Reference numeral 170a denotes a setting key switch (also referred to as a setting change permission switch), which is used when setting the stage of the payout rate and checking the stage. By inserting the operation key into the key hole 170d and rotating it, it is possible to change from OFF to ON state or vice versa.

  Reference numeral 170b denotes an error release switch, which is used when setting the stage of the payout rate or when canceling the game stop due to an error.

  4c is a medal payout number display LED which displays a step setting value of the payout rate. The value is incremented by 1 every time the error release switch 170b is pressed, and returns to “1” after “6” is displayed. , Turnaround display.

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine according to the present invention configured as described above will be described in detail with reference to flowcharts and the like.

  First, in a state in which the rotating type gaming machine is shipped from the factory, as a default, the warning mode is “ON”, the stop setting unit 180 (stop setting switch) is also “ON”, and the step setting value is the lowest “1”. Is set.

  The game hall side supplies power to each circuit block by opening the front door of the swivel type gaming machine main body 1 and turning on the power switch 170c before allowing the player to play. The check and initial setting (for example, the stop setting flag “1”, the step setting value “1” stored in the ROM 101 and the initial value of the control data are written to the RAM 102) are executed, and the sub-control unit 160 sets the warning mode to “ON”. When the front door 1b is closed, the variable display game can be played. Even if the game hall side opens the front door 1b again and operates the input SW unit 25 (operation for simultaneously pressing the initialization switch and the volume switch) in this game-ready state, the sub-control unit 160 is not connected to the main control unit. Since the control data indicating the stage setting mode for the payout rate is not received from 100, the warning mode is not changed from the “on state” to another state (“off state” or “timer state”). Therefore, there is a specific effect that Goto and the like cannot easily change the warning mode. The stop setting flag “1” corresponds to “on” for the stop setting unit 180 and “off” for “0”.

  It is assumed that the game hall side is going to change the setting of the payout rate for a grand opening, a new store opening or an event in this setting state.

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing a main operation processing procedure of the gaming machine.

  An employee of the gaming hall opens the front door of the swing type gaming machine body 1 to turn off the power switch 170c, inserts the setting change key into the setting key switch 170a and turns it to the right to turn it on (FIG. 18). When the power switch 170c is turned on again, power is supplied to each circuit block, and after initial settings and initial checks are performed, the main controller 100 sets in step S100. It is determined whether the key switch 170a is in an ON state.

  If the setting key switch 170a is in the ON state, the main controller 100 calls the setting change subroutine in step S110 and then proceeds to step S111. If not, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S111.

  In step S110, the game hall side inputs a stage setting value “6” of the payout rate before allowing the player to play, hits the start lever 9 once to confirm the setting value, and turns off the setting key switch 170a. Then, the main control unit 100 sets the set value to “6” in step S111, and executes a hardware abnormality check (initial setting), a small lot function sorting lottery, and the like.

  Further, when the main control unit 100 outputs control data to the sub control unit 160 in order to perform display setting of the initial screen in the same step, for example, the sub control unit 160 displays ($ Y0 $ 01) as an effect command. It transmits to the production device 11. As a result, on the display panel 11e, “Night effect pattern 1” composed of a screen of the full moon, Dracula Castle and the graveyard is displayed as a start screen (not shown).

  Next, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not there is an abnormality in the conduction state of the two input ports (first input port and second input port) of the setting key switch 170a (two-contact switch) in step S112. If there is an abnormality, the process proceeds to step S121 after calling the abnormality processing subroutine in step S120. If there is no abnormality, the process proceeds to step S121 as it is.

  In this abnormality processing subroutine, the main control unit 100 does not accept coin insertion and start lever operation when the two setting key switch detection circuits are both non-conductive in a state where the game is not started ( At the same time, data indicating the switch operation state of the stage setting unit is transmitted to the sub-control unit 160.

  When the sub-control unit 160 receives the data, the sub-control unit 160 starts a timer, and when the predetermined time of about 1 to 3 seconds has not passed, the sub-control unit 160 generates an abnormality in the sound, light, and liquid crystal display by the notification unit 38. When the abnormality is canceled by the operation of the store clerk, the abnormality notification is terminated and the process proceeds to step S113. In other words, when a Goto or the like improperly operates the setting key switch 170a, a warning notification is always given.

  Next, in step S113, the main control unit 100 checks whether or not the player has performed a payout operation using the checkout button 6, and if so, step S121 is performed via the checkout processing subroutine in step S114. On the other hand, if not operated, the process proceeds to step S121. This settlement process will be described in detail later.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S121, the medal detection sensor 130 or the bet button sensor 140 confirms whether or not the player has inserted a required number of game medals, and has inserted a predetermined number In step S122, on the other hand, if not input, the process returns to step S121 via step S112, and waits until a settlement operation or input operation is performed (that is, steps S112 to S121 are looped).

  In step S122, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not to output control data indicating that a game medal has been inserted, and outputs the control data to the sub-control unit 160 only once per game. The process proceeds to step S130 after output. That is, once the main control unit 100 outputs control data to the sub control unit 160, the main control unit 100 always moves to step S130.

  Upon receiving this control data, the sub-control unit 160 determines whether or not to display the direction in which the start lever 9 should be operated in the direction display processing in step S123, and if so, the direction display processing subroutine. Call.

  For example, in step S123, the sub-control unit 160 performs a lottery with a winning probability of about 5% to 10%, and determines that a display effect will be performed if the winner is won. In addition, the lottery is performed with a difference in the winning probability according to the probability state so that the winning probability is about 1% to 2% in the low probability state and the winning probability is about 25% to 50% in the high probability state. (In other words, if a lottery is performed so that the display effect is more likely to be won in a higher probability state than in a low probability state), it is in a high probability state or in a low probability state depending on the frequency of the direction display effect. The player can be very enthusiastic about the subsequent variable display game.

  For example, a “daytime normal screen” is displayed on the display effect device 11, and a left arrow is additionally displayed to appeal to the player that the start lever 9 should be operated leftward. Note that not only the left direction but also right and vertical arrows are displayed as appropriate.

  In addition, when the lottery has already ended and the bonus game has been won (that is, when the bonus flag is set), a direction display effect different from the normal arrow (for example, “BONUS” is displayed on the direction display arrow). If the characters are displayed, or if the premier character, such as Princess Princess Sarah, performs the operation), the player can be excited and moved.

  When the sub-control unit 160 subsequently proceeds to step S124, the sub-control unit 160 executes the selected game process based on the inserted number data, the paid-out number data, and the variable display game number data in the control data simultaneously transmitted from the main control unit 100. .

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing a selection game processing subroutine.

  When receiving the control data from the main control unit 100, the sub-control unit 160 counts the difference number after the initialization in step S200 and the number of changed display games that have been digested, and in step S210, the counted difference number and number of times are predetermined. It is determined whether or not the number has been reached (based on the count value, it is determined whether or not the selected game activation condition has been satisfied). If it has been reached, the process proceeds to step S220. To do. As for the activation condition, after the initialization, the sub-control unit 160 determines the number of differences and the number of times in advance by internal lottery (for example, 100 to 1000 or 30 to 500 games are selected by random numbers).

  In step S220, the sub-control unit 160 displays on the display effect device 11 "Do you want to start the selected game? If so, please press the special button repeatedly." The selected game is activated by making the voice utterance and the special button 19 blinks, and it is monitored whether or not the special button is repeatedly hit. At the same time, the countdown is performed 10 seconds before, 9 seconds before, and so on by display and voice, so that the player can be more nervous. On the other hand, if not repeatedly hit, the next activation condition is newly determined without initializing the count data, and this subroutine is terminated.

  When the player repeatedly hits the special button, the sub-control unit 160 asks the display effect device 11 to “determine the magnification of the selected game. Double the left stop button 10a, triple the middle stop button 10b, right “Stop button 10c is 5 times” ”, the speaker unit 12 utters that effect, and waits for the operation of the stop button unit. At the same time, the countdown is performed 10 seconds before, 9 seconds before, etc. by display and sound, and if no operation is performed during that time, the minimum magnification of 2 is automatically selected. It should be noted that this magnification increases as the count data (difference number or number of times of change display game) increases, that is, according to the difference number or number of times. For example, even if the selection game with a difference of 100 is selected with two choices (50% winning probability), the AT function will only increase by about 1.2 times when winning, so there is an advantage of playing a selected game. Few. Further, when the difference number is about 1000, not only the two choices but also the three choices or the five choices and the magnification becomes three times or five times, so the player tries to execute the selection game as late as possible. This point is also an important point to affirm inventive step.

  When the magnification of the selected game is determined, the sub-control unit 160 determines a winning value with a probability corresponding to the magnification in step S240, and executes the selected game. For example, when the player selects 2 times, first, the winning value “0” or “1” is determined, and the display effect device 11 is made to correspond to the left stop button 10a and the right stop button 10c, respectively. ○, “x”, “left, right”, etc. are displayed to prompt the player to perform a selection operation. If the magnification is 3 or 5 times, only one winning value is determined from the three numbers or five numbers, and a three-choice or five-choice game is executed.

  When the player performs the selection operation, the sub-control unit 160 determines whether or not the selected game has been won (determines whether the lottery value matches the selected value) in step S250. In the subsequent variable display game (general game), the AT function (a function for notifying auxiliary information by the auxiliary information notification means) until the number of game media increases according to the number of inserted games, the number of differences, the number of variable display games, and the winning ratio ) Is initialized, the difference number or the number of variable display games is initialized in step S270, and this subroutine is terminated. In other words, assuming that the number of inserted sheets and the number of difference sheets are 500 sheets, the AT function is activated until 1000 sheets are purely increased if the magnification is 2 times, and 2500 sheets are purely increased if the magnification is 5 times. Note that, as described above, the number of net increase is close to the expected value of the selected game according to the count value. In other words, in the case of a two-choice game, the expected value is one-half, so the number of net increase is also doubled according to the count value. Therefore, since there is a possibility that it can be recovered even if it is lost, the player expects a major reversal.

  On the other hand, if the selection game is lost, the sub-control unit 160 initializes the count data in step S270 and ends this subroutine. As a result, it returns to the initial value, so it is necessary to start over from the beginning.

  Here, returning to FIG. 19, the description of the main operation processing procedure of the gaming machine according to the present invention will be continued.

  In step S130, the main control unit 100 checks whether or not the player has started the variable display game by operating the start lever, and if started, the process proceeds to step S140, but must be started. Then, the process returns to step S112 and waits until there is a start operation (that is, loops from step S112 to step S130).

  Next, the main control unit 100 executes main processing of the variable display game in step S140. For example, when the player operates the start lever 9 after inserting a predetermined number of medals, a start signal is output from the start SW sensor 110, so that the step set value data stored in the work RAM area is first 0 to 0. It is confirmed whether or not it is within a range of 5 (the step set values displayed on the medal payout number display LED 4c correspond to 1 to 6 respectively).

  If the stage setting value is not within the predetermined range, the main control unit 100 gives a warning (character display of “EE” error, light emission and warning sound) by the display effect device 11, the speaker unit 12, and the game state display LED unit 13. While it is generated and error processing is performed, if it is within a predetermined range, a random number lottery described below is performed to continue the variable display game.

  When this “EE” error occurs, a store clerk, such as a pachinko hall, operates the setting change switch, selects one step set value from a predetermined range, and stores it in the RAM 102. Thereafter, the main control is performed. The unit 100 determines the winning of the variable display game using the newly stored stage setting value. Further, when the step setting value is newly stored in the RAM 102, the main control unit 100 does not display the step setting value on the medal payout number display LED 4c. On the other hand, it is indirectly displayed by a sound or a video corresponding to the stage setting value (for example, in the case of the stage setting value “1”, a sound of “beep” or one bat is displayed on the display effect device 11). Is done. The control data stored in the RAM 102 is rewritten to the initial value of the control data stored in the ROM 101 and reset (initialized).

  As another example, when an “EE” error occurs, when a store clerk such as a pachinko hall operates a setting change switch and selects one step set value from a predetermined range, the sub-control unit 160 When the step set value received from the main control unit 100 matches the step set value stored in the built-in RAM, the fact that they match is displayed or notified. For example, the sub-control unit 160 displays “matched the stage setting value at the time of opening” on the display effect device 11, generates a beep sound from the speaker unit 12, or sounds “the stage at the time of opening the store”. Repeated the notification that “It matches the set value.” After that, when the step setting unit 150 is operated in a state where the sub control unit 160 displays or notifies that the sub control unit 160 matches, the main control unit 100 newly stores the transmitted step setting value in the RAM 102, The winning of the variable display game is determined using the newly stored step setting value. By doing so, the player can continue the game with peace of mind.

  Then, if the step set value is within a predetermined range, the main control unit 100 performs random lottery in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, compares the random lottery value with the lottery table in the low probability state, It is determined whether or not a prize has been won (see the description of FIG. 16).

  Next, the main control unit 100 transmits a lottery result command and a game start signal to the sub control unit 160 and simultaneously rotates the drum unit 2 to display on the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c. The change display game for changing the plurality of symbols (in the case of this embodiment, 21 symbols are displayed on each drum) is started.

  When the sub-control unit 160 receives the lottery result command and the game start signal from the main control unit 100, the sub-control unit 160 notifies the player of the lottery result of the big hit, the small hit or the loss, and the display effect device 11, the speaker unit 12, the game An effect lottery is performed as to whether or not an effect display or the like is performed on the status display LED unit 13. The effect lottery process will be described in detail later.

  In addition, when the selected game is won, the sub-control unit 160 activates the AT function until a predetermined number of medals increase to assist the operation of the stop button unit. For example, by notifying the player of the operation method such as “Aim for red 7 symbols” or “middle, right, left” as the pressing order, it is easy to align the winning symbols (ie, Eliminate missing items). Then, the sub-control unit 160 ends the assist when the predetermined number of medals has increased.

  Further, the sub-control unit 160 receives a bonus of BB or RB in the general game, and inserts a predetermined number of game medals, for example, in a special game (BB game or RB game) to be started thereafter. The number of game medals corresponding to the type of game (for example, 10 or 15) is continuously paid out, and when the total payout reaches a predetermined number (120 or 360), the special game is terminated and the game becomes a general game. Returning, the net number of game medals increased during the special game based on the control data (for example, coin insertion data, winning status data, payout data) transmitted from the main control unit 100 (game medal payout number-insertion number). ) Is counted and stored in the RAM 162.

  The sub-control unit 160 is notified of the random number lottery result from the main control unit 100 in the general game after the special game is finished, and when the lottery result is a win, Auxiliary information for stopping the rotation of the rotating drum is notified so that the symbol is displayed in combination.

  In general games after the end of this special game, the AT function will be activated, so the chances of winning the winning combination will be reduced, but the expected value during the general game is designed to be low, so even if the AT function is activated, The number of game medals decreases by 0.6 per game. For example, even if there is a net increase of about 120 in the regular bonus game and the AT function is activated in the subsequent general game, if 200 games are consumed, it will decrease by 120 (−200 × 0.6).

  The sub-control unit 160 is notified of the number of inserted and paid-out information from the main control unit 100 for each game, and the number of game medals decreased in the general game from the net increase of game medals in the special game stored in the RAM 162. Is subtracted, and the assist function is terminated when it becomes negative. That is, when the sub-control unit 160 starts notification of auxiliary information in the general game after the special game ends, the sub-control unit 160 assists when the number of game medals decreased in the general game exceeds the increase in game medals. End notification of information.

  The sub-control unit 160 displays the lottery result command received from the main control unit 100, the game start signal, and the up / down / left / right direction signals output from the operation direction sensor 111 when the start lever 9 is operated. A display according to the random number lottery result and the operation direction is displayed on the effect device 11 to alert the player, and when the lottery result command is “BB winning”, the cumulative number of received game start signals is displayed. Based on this, the number of symbol variation display games required from the previous time to the current “BB winning” is counted and stored in the RAM 162.

For example, in the notice display, if the big bonus or regular bonus is won in the state where the direction display effect is not performed, the Dracula mission in the jackpot sign mode is started, the gate of the Dracula Castle is enlarged, and the Dracula Castle is displayed. Open the closed door after entering the interior and display the luxurious temple in Dracula Castle. In addition, as other premier notice displays, the character's butler is screaming “Olya” and the sound effect “Tiroro Loroan”, and the characters “BONUS” and the premier character “Sailor Princess” are displayed from the grave hole in the center of the screen. Dig up and appear.

  In addition, when performing notification display of cherry or watermelon, or bell or replay, which is called a rare small role, red, green, or yellow or silver bats are displayed as “bass, bass, While the sound effect “bass” is displayed, the state of flying from Dracula Castle displayed in the center of the screen is displayed, while in the case of a loss, no special notice is displayed. However, even in the case of a loss, in order to improve the gameability by giving the player a sense of tension, a black bat that means a loss is skipped on the screen as necessary, as with bonus and rare small role announcements. Or a butler may dig a skull from a grave hole and appear.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 160 receives the lottery result command, the game start signal, and the direction signal in a state where the player has performed the direction display effect before the player performs the start operation of the variable display game, the result of the internal lottery In accordance with the direction indicated by the direction signal, the video effect to be displayed is selected from the plurality of video effects related to the item and displayed on the display effect device 11.

  For example, the sub-control unit 160 displays the left direction to be input on the display device, and when the player operates the start lever 9 in the left direction (that is, the direction detected by the input direction detection unit is displayed on the display device. If it matches the detected direction), the display screen is scrolled in the detected direction, and based on the lottery result command, the winning small role cherry, watermelon, bell or replay symbol is displayed to notify the player. When the bonus game is won by the lottery result command, the bonus game is played without scrolling the display screen in a direction different from the detected direction (that is, the direction other than the left) or without scrolling the display screen. A video effect indicating the winning is displayed on the display effect device 11.

  Conversely, the left direction to be input is displayed on the display device, and the player operates the start lever 9 in a direction other than the left direction (that is, the direction detected by the input direction detection means matches the direction displayed on the display device). If not), the player is notified by displaying the winning small role cherry, watermelon, bell or replay symbol based on the lottery result command without scrolling the display screen. When the bonus game is won by the lottery result command, the display screen is scrolled in the detected direction or the direction to be input (that is, the left direction), and a video effect indicating that the bonus game is won is displayed. 11 is displayed.

  Further, the sub-control unit 160 displays the left direction to be input on the display device, and when the player operates the start lever 9 in the left direction (that is, the direction detected by the input direction detection means is the display device). In the case where it coincides with the direction displayed on the screen, the display screen is scrolled in the detected direction, and a video effect indicating that the bonus game is won is displayed on the display effect device 11. On the other hand, if the player operates the start lever 9 in the other direction even though the bonus game is won and the direction to be input is displayed on the display device, the bonus game is invalidated. It may be. By doing so, it is possible to give a tension to the player. Alternatively, the bonus game winning invalidity may be displayed once, and then the bonus game may be won again.

  Note that the direction display effect may be selected from four directions, not only one direction, but also four directions (up, down, left, and right) and displayed simultaneously (for example, two to four arrows). In addition, lottery results may be displayed on a plurality of arrows to allow the player to select a desired result.

  In this case, “BONUS” is operated by operating the left direction, “NG” is operated by operating the right direction, “Multiple Question Marks” is operated by operating the upward direction, and “PRESENT” is operated by operating the downward direction. When operated in the direction, the lottery result means “bonus”, “out of”, “unknown”, and “something hits (for example, high probability state)”.

  Here, returning to FIG. 19, the description will be continued.

  In step S140, as described in FIGS. 8 and 9, when the main control unit 100 wins a winning combination as a result of the internal lottery, the main control unit 100 draws in to align the symbols of the winning combination on the active line. In the case of control or conversely, if the winning combination is not established, avoidance control is performed so that the winning combination (bonus and small combination) symbols are not aligned on the active line.

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins the game if the same symbol is displayed on the window 3 along the active line in each variation display game of the general game, and the game medal is paid out according to the payout table shown in FIG. It is paid out from the device (generally called “medal hopper”) and discharged from the medal payout opening 16.

  In addition, in a big bonus game (BB game) in which three red 7s or blue 7s are arranged, one set of RB games (jack game or first-class special object) is immediately repeated in 6 games, and the number of acquired games is increased. When the number exceeds 375, the BB game mode is terminated. In the regular bonus game (RB game), six jack games are executed, and the RB game mode is terminated. The sub-control unit 160 displays lyrics telop and background video (which may be either a still image or a moving image) on the display effect device 11 based on the video data read from the ROM 161, and stores “BB” stored in the RAM 162. When the number of symbol variation display games required until “winning” exceeds a predetermined number (for example, 101 times or more), a karaoke that does not contain a singer's singing voice (first music) is played as a BGM, while a predetermined number In the following cases (for example, 100 times or less), a BGM with a singing voice (that is, the singer's singing voice and the karaoke as the second music piece) is played. Of course, as with normal karaoke, the color change display of the lyrics telop and the BGM performance are synchronized.

  And the main control part 100 will return to step S112, and will repeat a process sequentially, after complete | finishing the game main process of step S140.

  In general games, when a lottery is performed in conjunction with a start operation for starting the rotation of a rotating drum displaying a plurality of symbols and the lottery result is a win, when the rotation of the rotating drum is stopped by a stop operation, When a symbol is displayed in a predetermined combination according to the prize, a winning is made, and depending on the type of winning, a predetermined number of game medals can be paid out or a general game can be performed without inserting the predetermined number of game medals. Since the slot machine that is in a replaying state that can be played and the bonus symbol is displayed when the random lottery result is displayed as a bonus winning and a special game is played after that has been explained in detail, explanation of the same part is omitted To do.

  The premise of the slot machine according to the present invention is that when a bonus game is won and a special game to be performed thereafter is finished, a high-probability re-gaming state (a state in which the probability of winning a re-gamer is improved) It is a slot machine that plays games. In addition, left replay, middle drum, and right drum in the order of a red replay (red 7 design, replay design, replay design), blue replay (blue 7 design, replay design, replay design), yellow replay (yellow 7). It is assumed that the symbol is a symbol, a replay symbol, or a replay symbol), but there is no problem even if it is a fruit symbol (bell, watermelon, cherry). The red replay is expected to be 70% for 100 continuous games, the blue replay is expected to be 100% for 50 continuous games, and the yellow replay is expected to be 190% for 20 continuous games. The description will be made assuming that the value is 40%.

  In the main process of the variable display game in step S140 shown in FIG. 19, the main control unit 100 changes to m14 having a larger value instead of m13 and enters a high probability re-gaming state. At the same time, if the lottery result is a random value of m12 to m14, a red replay, a blue replay, and a yellow replay are simultaneously won as a plurality of winning combinations. As a result, the replay probability in the high probability replaying state can be increased to about ½, while the replay probability in the normal general game is about 1/7. Either red, blue, yellow, or replay can be stopped. That is, if red 7 is aimed, red replay will be drawn, blue 7 if blue 7 will be aimed at, and yellow replay will always be pulled if yellow 7 is aimed at. In addition, when it stops automatically, it becomes a detachment symbol.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing a continuing game number determination processing subroutine.

  In the high probability replay state after the end of the special game, the main control unit 100 wins red replay, blue replay, and yellow replay at the same time if the random number value is m12 to m14. When all the rotating drums are stopped, it is determined whether or not the winning symbol is red replay in step S300. If it is red replay (YES), in step S310, the number of continuous games is 100 games and the expected value is 70%. If it is not red replay (NO), the process proceeds to step S320. This expected value is obtained by appropriately changing the number of replays.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S320, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the winning symbol is blue replay in step S320, and if it is blue replay (YES), the number of continuous games is set to 50% in 50 games in step S330. On the other hand, if it is not a blue replay (NO), the process proceeds to step S340, and since it is the remaining yellow replay, the number of continuous games is set to 20 games and the expected value is 190%.

  After that, the main control unit 100 plays the general game with the set expected value, and after performing the general game for the number of continuous games, returns the set expected value to the expected value of 40% for the normal general game, and the high probability replay Exit state.

  As a result, in the case of red replay, since the number of continuous games is 100 games and the expected value is 70%, 2.1 (3 × 0.7) per game is paid out for 3 inserted games. When 100 continuous games are completed, 210 medals remain.

  In the case of blue replay, since the number of continuous games is 50 games and the expected value is 100%, 3 games (3 × 1) are paid out per game for every 3 games inserted. When this is finished, 150 medals remain. Then, when 50 games of the general game with an expected value of 40% are digested, 60 medals (3 cards × 0.4 × 50 games) remain, and the total is 210 cards.

  Furthermore, in the case of yellow replay, since the number of continued games is 20 games and the expected value is 190%, 5.7 (3 × 1.9) are paid out per game for every 3 inserted games, so continue When 20 games are finished, 114 medals remain. Then, if 80 games of the general game with an expected value of 40% are digested, 96 medals (3 cards × 0.4 × 80 games) remain, and the total is 210 cards.

  That is, in the high probability replay state after the end of the special game, the total payout rate can be made the same regardless of whether the red replay, the blue replay, or the yellow replay is aimed.

  Here, the settlement process executed by the gaming machine of the present invention will be described in detail by dividing it into five embodiments of the settlement process subroutine (1) to the settlement process subroutine (5).

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the settlement process subroutine (1).

  When the checkout button 6 is operated by the player in step S113 of FIG. 2, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S400, confirms whether or not a game medal is stored in the medal storage device, and stores the game. If not, the process ends. If it is stored, all the game medals stored in step S410 are paid out. In step S420, the operation for playing the medal-type game variable display game is disabled (stopped state). Then, a warning sound is generated from the speaker unit 12, and the settlement processing subroutine is terminated.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the settlement process subroutine (2).

  When the checkout button 6 is operated by the player in step S113 in FIG. 2, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S500 to check whether or not a game medal is stored in the medal storage device. If not, the process ends. If it is stored, all the game medals stored in step S510 are paid out, and the process proceeds to step S520.

  In step S520, the main control unit 100 confirms whether or not the stop setting switch 180 is on. If not, the main control unit 100 ends. If it is on, the main control unit 100 performs a medal-type game variable display game in step S530. The operation is disabled (stopped) and a warning sound is generated from the speaker unit 12, and the settlement processing subroutine is terminated.

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the settlement process subroutine (3).

  When the checkout button 6 is operated by the player in step S113 in FIG. 2, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S600 to check whether or not a game medal is stored in the medal storage device. If not, the process ends. If it is stored, all the game medals stored in step S610 are paid out, and the process proceeds to step S620.

  In step S620, the main control unit 100 checks whether or not the number of game medals paid out by the payout operation of the settlement button 6 being counted has reached a predetermined number (for example, about 200), and if not, On the other hand, if it has reached, in step S630, the operation for performing the medal-type game variable display game is disabled (stopped), and a warning sound is generated from the speaker unit 12, and the settlement processing subroutine is executed. finish.

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the settlement process subroutine (4).

  When the checkout button 6 is operated by the player in step S113 in FIG. 2, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S700 to check whether or not a game medal is stored in the medal storage device. If not, the process ends. If it is stored, all the game medals stored in step S710 are paid out, and the process proceeds to step S720.

  In step S720, the main control unit 100 checks whether or not the built-in timer has been started by the payout operation of the checkout button 6, and if not, starts the built-in timer in step S730. On the other hand, if started, the process proceeds to step S740.

  In step S740, the main control unit 100 checks whether or not the time measured by the built-in timer has passed a predetermined time (for example, about 30 minutes). If the predetermined time has passed, the main control unit 100 sets the built-in timer in step S730. If the predetermined time has not elapsed, the operation for performing the medal-type game fluctuation display game is disabled (stopped) and a warning is issued from the speaker unit 12. A sound is generated and the settlement processing subroutine is terminated.

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the settlement process subroutine (5).

  When the checkout button 6 is operated by the player in step S113 in FIG. 2, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S800 to check whether or not a game medal is stored in the medal storage device. If not, the process ends. If it is stored, all the game medals stored in step S810 are paid out, and the process proceeds to step S820.

  In step S820, the main control unit 100 checks whether or not the stop setting switch 180 is on. If not, the main control unit 100 ends. If it is on, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S830.

  In step S830, the main control unit 100 checks whether or not the number of game medals paid out by the payout operation of the settlement button 6 being counted has reached a predetermined number (for example, about 200). On the other hand, if it has reached, the process proceeds to step S840.

  In step S840, the main control unit 100 checks whether or not the built-in timer has already been started by performing the payout operation of the checkout button 6. If not, the main control unit 100 starts the built-in timer in step S850. On the other hand, if started, the process proceeds to step S860.

  In step S860, the main control unit 100 checks whether or not the time measured by the built-in timer has passed a predetermined time (for example, about 30 minutes). If the predetermined time has passed, the main control unit 100 sets the built-in timer in step S850. If the predetermined time has not elapsed, the operation for performing the medal-type game fluctuation display game is disabled (stopped state), and a warning is given from the speaker unit 12. A sound is generated and the settlement processing subroutine is terminated.

  Next, an example of the effect lottery process executed by the gaming machine of the present invention will be described in detail.

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the effect lottery processing subroutine (1).

  When the sub-control unit 160 receives a lottery result command and a game start signal indicating either a big hit, a small hit or a loss from the main control unit 100, the sub-control unit 160 displays the lottery result of the general game before notifying the player. 11. The effect lottery of whether or not to perform effect display is performed, and the process proceeds to step S900.

  The sub-control unit 160 confirms whether or not the effect lottery has been won in step S900. If it has been won, the process proceeds to step S910. If not, the subroutine is terminated. That is, the sub-control unit 160 notifies the player of the lottery result of the general game (for example, the variable display game) without displaying the effect image on the display effect device 11.

  In step S910, the sub-control unit 160 confirms whether or not the random number lottery result of the general game is lost by using a lottery result command. If not, the sub-control unit 160 selects a plurality of winning effect videos (non-lost effect videos) in step S920. On the other hand, if the effect video selected by the lottery is displayed on the display device and the process ends, the process proceeds to step S930.

  In the case of a bonus game such as BB or RB in a general game, the sub-control unit 160 selects an effect video to be actually displayed on the display device by lottery from a plurality of bonus winning effect videos in step S920. The selection ratio is defined by the effect image lottery table such that the probability that the heat effect image A is selected by lottery is 1/10, the probability of the intense heat effect image B is 2/10, and so on. For example, if the bonus winning probability of BB, RB, etc. is 1/200, in the above case, when the bonus is won, the intense effect video A is only once in 2000 games, and the intense heat effect video B is once in 1000 games. Only the display effect device 11 is displayed. However, the probability of winning the effect lottery at the time of winning the bonus is 100% for convenience.

  Then, in step S930, the sub-control unit 160 selects an effect video by lottery from the lost effect image, and in step S940, the selected effect image is the first effect image (the intense effect image A, If it is not the first effect image, the effect image selected in step S950 is displayed on the display device and the process ends. If there is, the process proceeds to step S960. That is, in the case of losing, the effect video selected unconditionally is displayed.

  If the game is lost in the general game, the sub-control unit 160 selects an effect video to be actually displayed on the display device from among a plurality of lose effect videos in step S930, but selects the intense heat effect video A by lottery. The selection ratio is defined by the effect image lottery table, although the probability is 1/2000, the probability of the intense heat effect image B is 2/2000, and so on. For example, if the loss probability is 100/200, in the above case, the intense heat effect image A is selected only once for 4000 games and the intense heat effect image B is selected only once for 2000 games. Become. However, for the sake of convenience, the probability of winning the effect lottery at the time of losing is 100%.

  In step S960, the sub-control unit 160 checks whether or not a video discard condition described later is satisfied. If not, the sub-control unit 160 displays the effect image selected in step S950 on the display device and ends the process. If so, the process moves to step S970 and ends without displaying the effect image. In the case where the effect image is not displayed in step S970, it is also possible to select and display by lottery from a plurality of alternative effect images stored in advance in the ROM 11c.

  The video discard condition determined by the sub-control unit 160 is managed, for example, that the first big hit has not occurred since the main power of the gaming machine is turned on (including the case where the island power is turned on). The first jackpot has not occurred on the same gaming machine for the player ID (in other words, the player has not won the first bonus) and the main power of the gaming machine has been turned on. The time measured by the time measuring unit 26 does not elapse for a predetermined time, and a predetermined number of days have not elapsed since the date input from the input SW unit 25 (for example, one week has not elapsed since the day when the gaming machine was installed) ), Or a predetermined number of games have not been digested since the main power supply was turned on (for example, 100 games have not been digested since the island power supply was turned on).

  Therefore, according to the sub-control unit 160 that determines the video discarding condition of the present invention, conventionally, when the first effect video is displayed, the ratio of jackpot to loss is 2: 1, which is a ratio of about 66.7%. On the other hand, since the first effect image is not displayed if the image discarding condition is satisfied, there is a great effect that the expectation of the first intense effect image is not lost.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the effect lottery processing subroutine (2). Note that processing similar to that in FIG. 27 will be briefly described.

  When the sub-control unit 160 receives the lottery result command and the game start signal from the main control unit 100, the sub-control unit 160 determines whether to display the effect on the display effect device 11 before notifying the player of the general game lottery result. A lottery is performed and the process proceeds to step S1000.

  The sub-control unit 160 confirms whether or not the effect lottery has been won in step S1000. If it has been won, the process proceeds to step S1010. If not, the subroutine is terminated.

  In step S1010, the sub-control unit 160 checks whether or not the random number lottery result of the general game is lost, and if it is not lost, the effect video selected in step S1020 is displayed on the display device and the process ends. Then, the process proceeds to step S1030.

  In step S1030, the sub-control unit 160 selects a production video from the lost production video by lottery, and the production video selected in step S1040 is the first production video (the intense production video A, the intense production video B,... If it is not the first effect image, the effect image selected in step S1050 is displayed on the display device and the process ends. If it is the first effect image, the process proceeds to step S1060. Transition.

  In step S1060, the sub-control unit 160 checks whether or not the video discard condition is satisfied. If not, the sub-control unit 160 displays the effect video selected in step S1050 on the display device and ends. Proceeding to step S1070, reselecting and displaying the plurality of effect videos excluding the first effect image (that is, the first effect image is not displayed).

  Similarly, in step S1070, the sub-control unit 160 excludes the first effect image, and also produces an effect image (the intense effect image B, the intense effect image C, ... the intense heat effect image N) is also excluded at the same time, and re-selected from a plurality of effect images. When excluding the sub-control unit 160, the sub-control unit 160 searches for the intense heat flag attached to the intense heat effect image, and identifies the non-intense heat effect image by recognizing an off (data 0). On the other hand, since the heat flag is on (data 1) is the intense heat effect image, the image is not selected.

  If the predetermined video discarding condition is satisfied, the sub-control unit 160 determines whether to reselect from a plurality of effect videos or to reselect from alternative effect videos by lottery.

  Next, the game medium payout processing procedure executed by the gaming machine of the present invention will be described in detail.

  FIG. 29 is an explanatory diagram of the symbol arrangement on the drum and the batch lottery specification.

  As shown in FIG. 29 (A), each of the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b and the right drum 2c has a swirl band on which the left drum design, the middle drum design and the right drum design are drawn. The symbols arranged as illustrated in FIG. 1 move from the top to the bottom of the window 3. It is assumed that the number of payouts prescribed for winning each symbol is 7 bells, 3 watermelons and 3 plums.

  FIG. 29B shows an example of a design specification that defines the number of payouts for the batch lottery group and the order of the stop operation.

  There are Bell and Watermelon and Bell and Plum as a collective lottery group. This means that both the condition device bell and the condition device watermelon flag are set for the random value R1a to R1b, and that the condition device bell and the condition device plum flag are set for the random value R2a to R2b. This means that if the player appropriately operates the stop button portion 10, the symbol on which the flag is set can be displayed side by side on any effective line of the window portion 3. However, in the state where the flag of the condition device bell and the condition device plum are standing together, the bell and the plum become so-called double reach, the operation of the stop button unit 10 is performed, and either the bell or the plum can be pulled in. In this case, the main control unit 100 performs control to forcibly pull in and stop a bell symbol having a large number of payouts. This stop control is performed by referring to the stop table stored in the ROM 161 by the main control unit 100, and the stop position of the symbol is uniquely defined for all operations of the stop button unit 10. .

  The main control unit 100 is in a stop order 1-2-3 (that is, the left stop button 10a → the middle stop button 10b → the right stop button 10c) or 1 with the condition device bell and the condition device watermelon flags standing together. When the stop button portion 10 is operated with -3-2 (that is, the left stop button 10a → the right stop button 10c → the middle stop button 10b), two bell symbols are aligned on the effective line of the window portion 3, and 7 14 game medals, which is twice the number, are paid out as a dividend. On the other hand, when the stop button unit 10 is operated in the other operation order, the main control unit 100 aligns only one bell symbol on the active line of the window unit 3 and pays out seven game medals as a payout. .

  In addition, the main control unit 100 is in a stop order 1-2-3 (that is, the left stop button 10a → the middle stop button 10b → the right stop button 10c) with the condition device bell and the condition device plum flag standing together. Alternatively, when the stop button portion 10 is operated with 1-3-2 (that is, the left stop button 10a → the right stop button 10c → the middle stop button 10b), only one bell symbol is aligned on the effective line of the window portion 3. Then, 7 game medals are paid out as a dividend. On the other hand, when the stop button unit 10 is operated in the other operation order, the main control unit 100 aligns two bell symbols on the effective line of the window unit 3 and 14 games which are twice seven games. The medal is paid out as a dividend.

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing a game medium payout processing subroutine (1). Further, FIGS. 31 to 33 are stop state transition diagrams of the changing symbols displayed on the window 3.

  In the game main process in step S140 of FIG. 19, the main control unit 100 executes a random number lottery as the player operates the start lever 9, and starts the symbol variation display game by rotating all the drum units 2. . In the main control unit 100, the player selects the stop button unit 10 within a predetermined time period until a plurality of payouts are simultaneously won in this random lottery (for example, a bell symbol and a watermelon symbol are simultaneously won) and automatically stop. Then, the game medium payout processing subroutine is called.

  In step S1100, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the left stop button 10a has been operated. If the left stop button 10a has been operated, the bell design of the left drum 2a is set to the upper level and the watermelon design is set to the lower level in step S1110. If the left stop button 10a is not selected, the bell design of the middle drum 2b or the right drum 2c is set to the middle level, and the watermelon design is set to the upper level in step S1120. Display (see FIG. 32A and FIG. 33A) and proceed to step S1140. That is, when the main control unit 100 wins the bell symbol and the watermelon symbol at the same time, the main control unit 100 stops any one of the changing drum units 2 by stopping the stop button 10a. Even with the button operation, both the bell symbol and the watermelon symbol are displayed on the effective line of the window portion 3 of the drum that is initially operated and stopped by the pull-in control.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1130 and the stop button (the middle stop button 10b or the right stop button 10c) is operated, the main control unit 100 draws a bell symbol having a large number of payouts on the second line and the fourth line, Two effective lines are displayed as a reach state (see FIG. 31B). Then, when the last stop button is operated, the bell symbols are drawn together on the two active lines (second line and fourth line) that have been reached in step S1150 to win two lines (FIG. 31 ( In step S1170, the two lines of the seven payouts specified in the bell symbol winning are totaled in step S1170, and a total of 14 medals are paid out. FIG. 31B shows a case where the middle stop button 10b is operated second, but when the right stop button 10c is operated second, the right cylinder shown in FIG. After entering the stopped double reach state (the state where the middle cylinder is rotating), the state shown in FIG. 31C is finally obtained by operating the middle stop button 10b.

  On the other hand, if the first stop operation in step S1100 is not the left stop button 10a, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1120, but the case where the operation is the middle stop button 10b is shown in FIG. The case of the stop button 10c is shown in FIG.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1140 in the stop state of FIG. 32A and the left stop button 10a is operated, the main control unit 100 draws a bell symbol having a large number of payouts onto the first line, and makes one effective Only the line is displayed as the reach state (see FIG. 32B). When the right stop button 10c is operated, a bell symbol is drawn on the active line (on the first line) that has been reached in step S1160 to win one line (see FIG. 32C). In S1170, a medal with a payout number of 7 prescribed for the winning of the bell symbol is paid out and the process ends. FIG. 32B shows the case where the left stop button 10a is operated second, but when the right stop button 10c is operated second, the right cylinder shown in FIG. 32C stops. After the reached reach state, the state of FIG. 32C is obtained by operating the left stop button 10a.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1140 in the stop state of FIG. 33A and the middle stop button 10b is operated, the main control unit 100 pulls in a bell symbol having a large number of payouts onto the first line, and makes one effective. Only the line is displayed as the reach state (see FIG. 33B). When the left stop button 10a is operated, a bell symbol is drawn on the active line (on the first line) that has been reached in step S1160 to win one line (see FIG. 33C). In S1170, a medal with a payout number of 7 prescribed for the winning of the bell symbol is paid out and the process ends. FIG. 33 (B) shows the case where the middle stop button 10b is operated for the second time. However, when the left stop button 10a is operated for the second time, the left cylinder shown in FIG. 33 (C) stops. After reaching the reach state, the state shown in FIG. 33C is obtained by operating the middle stop button 10b.

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing a game medium payout processing subroutine (2). 35 to 37 are stop state transition diagrams of the changing symbols displayed on the window 3.

  In the game main process in step S140 of FIG. 19, the main control unit 100 executes a random number lottery as the player operates the start lever 9, and starts the symbol variation display game by rotating all the drum units 2. . In the random control lottery, the main control unit 100 performs a game medium payout process when a plurality of payouts are simultaneously won (for example, a bell symbol and a plum symbol are won) and the stop button unit 10 is operated by a player within a predetermined time. Call a subroutine.

  In step S1200, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the left stop button 10a has been operated. If the left stop button 10a has been operated, the bell design of the left drum 2a is set to the middle level and the plum design is set to the lower level in step S1210. (See FIG. 35A) and the process proceeds to step S1230. On the other hand, if it is not the left stop button 10a (if it is the middle stop button 10b), bell symbols are displayed on the upper and middle stages of the middle drum in step S1220. And a plum symbol is displayed on the lower stage (refer FIG. 36 (A)), and it transfers to step S1240. On the other hand, if it is not the left stop button 10a (if it is the right stop button 10c), bell symbols are displayed on the upper and lower tiers of the right drum and plum symbols are displayed on the middle tier in step S1220 (see FIG. 37A). ) And the process proceeds to step S1240. That is, when the main control unit 100 wins the bell symbol and the plum symbol at the same time, the main control unit 100 stops any one drum of the drum unit 2 that is fluctuating by the stop operation of the stop button 10a. Even when the stop button is operated, both the bell symbol and the plum symbol are displayed on the effective line of the window portion 3 of the drum that has been operated and stopped first by the pull-in control.

  When the main control unit 100 moves to step S1230 and the stop button (medium stop button 10b) is operated, the main control unit 100 draws a bell symbol having a large number of payouts onto the first line and displays one effective line as a reach state. (See FIG. 35B). Then, when the last stop button (right stop button 10c) is operated, a bell symbol is drawn on one active line (first line) that has reached a reach state in step S1250 to win a prize (FIG. 35C). In step S1270, a medal with a payout number of 7 prescribed in the Bell symbol winning is paid out and the process ends. FIG. 35 (B) shows the case where the middle stop button 10b is operated for the second time. However, when the right stop button 10c is operated for the second time, the right cylinder shown in FIG. After reaching the stopped reach state (the state where the middle cylinder is rotating), the state of FIG. 35C is finally obtained by operating the middle stop button 10b.

  On the other hand, if the first stop operation in step S1200 is not the left stop button 10a, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1220, but the case where the operation is the middle stop button 10b is shown in FIG. The case of the stop button 10c is shown in FIG.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1240 in the stop state of FIG. 36A and the left stop button 10a is operated, the main control unit 100 draws a bell symbol having a large number of payouts into the upper stage and sets two active lines (first line). 2 lines and 4th line) are displayed as a double reach state (see FIG. 36B). Then, when the last stop button (right stop button 10c) is operated, the bell symbols are drawn together on the two active lines (second line and fourth line) that have reached the reach state in step S1260, and the two lines are drawn. A winning is made (see FIG. 36 (C)), and the two payouts defined in the bell symbol winning in step S1270 are totaled for two lines, and a total of 14 medals are paid out, and the process ends. FIG. 36 (B) shows the case where the middle stop button 10b is operated for the second time. However, when the right stop button 10c is operated for the second time, the right cylinder shown in FIG. After entering the stopped double reach state (the state where the middle cylinder is rotating), the state shown in FIG. 36C is finally obtained by operating the middle stop button 10b.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1240 in the stop state of FIG. 37A and the middle stop button 10b is operated, the main control unit 100 draws the bell symbol having a large number of payouts into the upper stage and the interruption, and the two effective lines. (Second line and fourth line) are displayed as a double reach state (see FIG. 37B). When the last stop button (left stop button 10a) is operated, the bell symbol is drawn into the upper stage of the left drum 2a in step S1260, and the two effective lines (second line and fourth line) that have reached the reach state. ) Is won (see FIG. 37C), and the two lines of 7 payouts defined in the bell symbol winning are totaled in step S1270, and a total of 14 medals are paid out, and the process ends. FIG. 37 (B) shows a case where the middle stop button 10b is operated for the second time. However, when the left stop button 10a is operated for the second time, the left cylinder shown in FIG. 37 (C) is stopped. After entering the double reach state, the state of FIG. 37C is obtained by operating the middle stop button 10b.

First embodiment:
FIG. 38 is a conceptual diagram of a lottery table (pseudo-probability change).

  The lottery table (probability variation state) in FIG. 38 (A) and the lottery table (high probability replay state) in FIG. 38 (B) are stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, and are used for winning combination and symbol lottery. Defines the relationship with random values.

  For example, in the case of the swivel-type gaming machine of the present invention, in the probability variation state, the random number value is randomly 0 to 65535, and the start lever 9 draws a symbol (internal drawing) in accordance with the operation timing. When the random value is in the range of 0 to m1, the probability variation bonus (probability variation BB) is won (see FIG. 38A). When the probability variation bonus is won, replay is also won at the same time. That is, both the bonus flag and the replay flag are set.

  Similarly, normal bonus (ordinary BB) in the range of random numbers m1 + 1 to m2, cherry in the range of random numbers m2 + 1 to m3, bell 1 in the range of random numbers m3 + 1 to m4, range of random values m4 + 1 to m5 With the bell 2, the replay is won when the random value is in the range of m5 + 1 to m6, while it is lost in the range of the other values (m6 + 1 to m7 (65535)). If the normal bonus is won, replay will be won at the same time. That is, both the bonus flag and the replay flag are set. This point is also a point of inventive step of the present invention. This is because, in order to arrange replays with the highest priority, the timing of bonus release can be limited to puncture winnings, lost games, or the number of games played (the number of games on the ceiling or bottom).

  On the other hand, in the high probability replay state of FIG. 38 (B), the replay is won in the range where the random number value is m5 + 1 to m6 + α, while the loss is in the range of other values (m6 + 1 + α to m7 (65535)). Is different. The difference between the probability variation state and the high probability replay state is that the number of replay placements and the number of lost placements in the lottery table is more likely to hit the numerical value α in the high probability replay state and less likely to lose. In other words, a gaming machine having this feature performs an internal lottery in a normal game to determine at least a probability variation bonus, a normal bonus, a small part, a replay and a loss, and a regame is won by an internal lottery in the normal game. The probability variation state with a predetermined first probability and a loss probability is a predetermined second probability, and the probability that a re-game is won is higher than the first probability and the probability of being lost is more than the second probability. This is a gaming machine having a low high probability re-playing state.

  FIG. 39 is a payout table (pseudo-probability) showing the relationship between the combination of symbols in the normal game (general game), the number of acquired medals and the operation name.

  The probability variation bonus (probability variation BB) is a title when three “red 7” symbols are arranged on the active line. When this is won by an internal lottery of a normal game, the probability variation bonus is stored in the flag area of the storage area of the RAM 102. Raise flag 1. Then, when the “Red 7” symbol is aligned in the normal game after that, the number of medals won is 0, and the player enters the bonus game (Type 2 BB game: Type 2 special action continuous operation) (bonus release). When finished, the game becomes a probability fluctuation state and can be played normally. It should be noted that instead of the second type special combination, the first type special combination may be continuously operated.

  The normal bonus is a title when three “Blue 7” symbols are arranged on the active line. When this is won in the internal drawing of the normal game, the normal bonus flag 1 is similarly set in the flag area of the storage area of the RAM 102. . Then, when the “Blue 7” symbol is aligned in the normal game after that, the number of medals won is 0, and the player enters the bonus game (Type 2 BB game: Type 2 special action continuous operation) and releases the bonus. When the game ends, a high-probability re-playing state is entered and a normal game can be played. It should be noted that instead of the second type special combination, the first type special combination may be continuously operated.

  The punk role is the title when the cherry symbol is displayed on the left drum, and 5 medals are earned for each active line (10 at the top or bottom, 5 at the middle) and high probability replay. In the gaming state, it has a function of shifting to the probability variation state.

  Bell 1 is a title when “Red 7”, “Red 7” and “Bell” symbols are aligned on the active line, and 10 medals are obtained.

  Bell 2 is a role name when three “bell” symbols are arranged on the active line, and one medal is obtained. Since a normal game requires three medals, even if the “Bell” symbol is aligned, it is deducted by two minuses.

  The replay is a role name when three replay symbols are arranged on the active line, and normally no medal is acquired (substantially equivalent to acquisition of three medals), flag area (replay flag) Then, the flag 1 is set, and a replay operation is performed by the player's operation of the start lever 9 to lower the flag (that is, 0). That is, the next game (ordinary game) is a re-game that can be performed without inserting medals.

  FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing a main operation processing procedure for realizing the pseudo probability changing function of the gaming machine.

  The initial state in which the game hall employee sets the stage setting value of the payout rate before allowing the player to play is step S1300, which starts from the high probability re-gaming state. Note that in a pachislot machine, the initial state is not obtained when the power is turned on / off, but in a game machine or the like, the initial state is obtained by operating the power.

  In step S1300, when the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game, the main control unit 100 increments the data value of the number of digest games and increments the base game (RT). The main process is executed. Then, a random number lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table (see FIG. 38B) to determine whether or not various winning combinations have been won. Judge and flag.

  Then, the main control unit 100 rotates the drum unit 2 all at once, and a plurality of symbols displayed on the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c (in this embodiment, each drum has 21 If a winning combination is achieved as a result of an internal lottery, a pull-in for aligning the symbol of the role on the active line is started. In the case of control or conversely, if the winning combination is not established, avoidance control is performed so that the winning combination (bonus and small combination) symbols are not aligned on the active line.

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins a game medal in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. 39, in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. It is paid out from the apparatus and discharged from the medal payout opening 16. Then, the base game (RT) process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S1310.

  In step S1310, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus is won based on the flag. If not (NO), the cherry symbol for punk is won (displayed on the left drum) in step S1320. ), The process proceeds to step S1330 if no prize has been won, and to the main process of the normal game (probability change) in step S1350 if no prize has been won. In step S1310, if the bonus is won (YES), it is determined in step S1340 whether or not it is a loss (generally also referred to as “pure loss”). If not, the process proceeds to step S1330. If there is, the process proceeds to bonus release processing in step S1380.

  In step S1330, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the data value of the number of digested games has reached 777 times the number of bottom games (digested prescribed game). While the main process of the game (RT) is repeated, if it has reached, the data value of the number of digested games is reset to zero, and the process proceeds to the main process of the normal game (probability change) in step S1350.

  In step S1350, the main control unit 100 informs the fact that the state is a probable change with various display devices and lamps, and when the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game, (Probability variation) main processing is executed. Then, a random number lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table (see FIG. 38A) to determine whether or not various winning combinations are won. And flag it.

  The main control unit 100 starts the variable display game by rotating the drum unit 2 all at once, and performs pull-in control and avoidance control when a winning combination is established as a result of the internal lottery.

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins a game medal in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. 39, in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. It is paid out from the apparatus and discharged from the medal payout opening 16. Then, the normal game (probability change) process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S1360.

  In step S1360, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won based on the flag. If it has not been won (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1350 and performs the main process of the normal game (probability change). On the other hand, if the bonus is won (YES), it is determined in step S1370 whether or not it is lost, and if it is not lost, the process proceeds to step S1350. If it is lost, the process proceeds to step S1380.

  In the bonus release process in step S1380, the main control unit 100 releases the bonus symbols in a displayable state, stores the bonus symbols displayed on the drum unit 2 in the RAM 102, and thereafter a bonus game (special game) Then, the second type special combination is continuously operated, and when the net increase in number exceeds 221, the process proceeds to step S1390.

  The main control unit 100 determines whether or not the bonus symbol stored in the RAM 102 in step S1390 is a probability variation bonus symbol (red 7 symbol). If the symbol is a probability variation bonus symbol, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1350. (That is, the blue 7 symbol) The data value of the number of digested games is reset to zero, and the process proceeds to step S1300.

Second Example (Improved Invention 1):
Even in this improved invention, the lottery table (pseudo-probability change) in FIG. 38 and the payout table (pseudo-probability change) in FIG.

  FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing a main operation processing procedure for realizing the pseudo probability changing function of the gaming machine.

  The initial state where the game hall employee sets the stage setting value of the payout rate before allowing the player to play is step S1400, which starts from the high-probability re-gaming state. Note that in a pachislot machine, the initial state is not obtained when the power is turned on / off, but in a game machine or the like, the initial state is obtained by operating the power.

  In step S1400, when the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game, the main control unit 100 increments the data value of the number of digest games and increments the base game (RT). The main process is executed. Then, a random number lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table (see FIG. 38B) to determine whether or not various winning combinations have been won. Judge and flag.

  Then, the main control unit 100 rotates the drum unit 2 all at once, and a plurality of symbols displayed on the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c (in this embodiment, each drum has 21 If a winning combination is achieved as a result of an internal lottery, a pull-in for aligning the symbol of the role on the active line is started. In the case of control or conversely, if the winning combination is not established, avoidance control is performed so that the winning combination (bonus and small combination) symbols are not aligned on the active line.

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins a game medal in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. 39, in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. It is paid out from the apparatus and discharged from the medal payout opening 16. Then, the normal game (RT) process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S1410.

  In step S1410, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won by the flag. If it has not been won (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1411, whereas the bonus is won. If it is (YES), it is determined whether or not it is a loss (generally also referred to as “pure loss”) in step S1440. If not (NO), the process proceeds to step S1430. If it is a loss (YES), The process proceeds to bonus release processing in step S1480.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1411, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not a special replay (for example, replay, replay, bell) has won a prize, and if it has won a prize (YES), in step S1412, the high probability replaying state. It is determined whether or not the winning probability or the prescribed number of games can be set. If possible, the winning probability or the prescribed number of games corresponding to the special replay symbol is set in step S1413, and the process proceeds to step S1400. If it is not set, the process simply proceeds to step S1400. By changing the winning probability or setting the specified number of games, the loss probability in step S1440 is increased and bonus is released in step S1480, or the specified number of games in step S1430 is reduced to about 10 games, for example. Since it shifts to the normal game (probability change) of S1450, it becomes very advantageous for the player.

  On the other hand, if the special replay has not won in step S1411, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1420, determines whether or not the cherry symbol of the punk role has won (displayed on the left drum), and won the prize. If not, the process proceeds to step S1430. If a prize has been won, the process proceeds to the main process of the normal game (probability change) in step S1450.

  In step S1430, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the data value of the number of digested games has reached 777 times the number of bottom games (digested the prescribed game). While the main process of the game (RT) is repeated, if it has reached, the data value of the number of digested games is reset to zero and the process proceeds to the main process of the normal game (probability change) in step S1450.

  In step S1450, the main control unit 100 informs steadily by using various display devices and lamps that the state is surely changed, and when the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game, (Probability variation) main processing is executed. Then, a random number lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table (see FIG. 38A) to determine whether or not various winning combinations are won. And flag it.

  The main control unit 100 starts the variable display game by rotating the drum unit 2 all at once, and performs pull-in control and avoidance control when a winning combination is established as a result of the internal lottery.

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins a game medal in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. 39, in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. It is paid out from the apparatus and discharged from the medal payout opening 16. Then, the normal game (probability change) process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S1460.

  In step S1460, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won based on the flag. If it has not been won (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1450 and performs the main process of the normal game (probability change). On the other hand, if the bonus has been won (YES), it is determined in step S1470 whether or not it is lost, and if it is not lost, the process proceeds to step S1450. If it is lost, the process proceeds to step S1480.

  In the bonus release process of step S1480, the main control unit 100 releases the bonus symbols in a displayable state, and stores the bonus symbols displayed on the drum unit 2 in the RAM 102, and then a bonus game (special game) Then, the second type special combination is continuously operated, and when the net increase in number exceeds 221, the process proceeds to step S1490.

  The main control unit 100 determines whether or not the bonus symbol stored in the RAM 102 in step S1490 is a probability variation bonus symbol (red 7 symbol). If the symbol is a probability variation bonus symbol, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1450. (That is, the blue 7 symbol) The data value of the number of digested games is reset to zero, and the process proceeds to step S1400.

Third Example (Improved Invention 2):
As shown in FIG. 40 of Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-066684 (filing date: March 14, 2008), which is the basic application of the domestic priority claim of the present application, an internal lottery is performed in the normal game, and at least a bonus, small role, A game machine that determines a game and a loss, and displays a bonus symbol and performs a special game (bonus release) after the bonus when the bonus is lost in a state where the bonus is won, is already disclosed in the basic application.

  In the present invention, a lottery table shown in FIG. 42 and a payout table (pseudo-probable battle effect) shown in FIG. 43 are used.

  FIG. 42 is a conceptual diagram of a lottery table that enables a battle effect.

  The lottery table (high probability state) in FIG. 42A, the lottery table (low probability state) in FIG. 42B, and the lottery table (stock time) in FIG. 42C are stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101. The relationship between the winning combination and the random number used in the symbol lottery is defined.

  For example, in the case of the swivel type gaming machine of the present invention, in a high probability state, a random value takes a value of 0 to 65535 at random, and a symbol lottery (internal lottery) according to the timing when the start lever 9 is operated. ), A big bonus (referred to as “BB”) is won if the random value is in the range of 0 to m1 (see FIG. 42A).

  Similarly, a regular bonus (referred to as “RB”) in the range of random numbers m1 + 1 to m2, cherry in the range of random numbers m2 + 1 to m3, bell 1 in the range of random numbers m3 + 1 to m4, and random numbers m4 + 1 to 1. Bell 2 in the range of m5, replay (random) in the range of m5 + 1 to m6, special replay 1 in the range of random numbers m6 + 1 to m7, special replay 2 in the range of random values m7 + 1 to m8 On the other hand, it is lost in the range of other values (m8 + 1 to m9 (65535)). If a big bonus or regular bonus is won, replay will be won at the same time. That is, one of the bonus flags and the replay flag are both set, and the replay symbol drawing has the highest priority, so that the big bonus symbol is not displayed. This point is also a point of inventive step of the present invention. This is because, in order to arrange replays with the highest priority, the timing of bonus release can be limited to when the game is lost or the specified number of games (the number of games on the ceiling or bottom) is exhausted.

  On the other hand, in the low probability state of FIG. 43 (B), replay is performed in the range of random numbers m5 + 1 to m6 + n, special replay 1 in the range of random numbers m6 + n + 1 to m7 + 2n, and random values in the range of m7 + 2n + 1 to m8 + 3n. While special replay 2 is won, it loses in the range of other values (m8 + 3n + 1 to m9 (65535)). That is, since the range where the loss occurs is reduced by 3n as compared with the high probability state, it is difficult to become a loss and is a disadvantageous state for the player. In addition, the winning range of the replay, special replay 1 and special replay 2 is increased by the numerical value n, respectively, by matching the appearance ratio of each replay in the high probability state and the low probability state, This is so that it is not possible to see through.

  FIG. 43 is a payout table (pseudo-probable battle effect) showing the relationship between the combination of symbols in the normal game (general game), the number of acquired medals and the operation name.

  The big bonus (BB) is a title when three “red 7” symbols are arranged on the active line. When this is won by the internal drawing of the normal game, the big bonus flag 1 is set in the flag area of the storage area of the RAM 102. Stand up. Then, when the “Red 7” symbol is aligned in the normal game after that, the number of medals won is 0, and the player enters the bonus game (Type 2 BB game: Type 2 special action continuous operation) (bonus release). When the game is finished, the game is in a stock time state in which the special replay 1 and the special replay 2 are excluded and an internal lottery is performed, so it is a blissful time for the player to feel excitement and excitement. It should be noted that instead of the second type special combination, the first type special combination may be continuously operated.

  The regular bonus is the title when “Red 7”, “Red 7”, and “Cherry” symbols are arranged on the active line. If this is won in the internal drawing of the normal game, the flag area of the storage area of the RAM 102 is similarly given. Set the regular bonus flag 1 to Then, if the “Red 7”, “Red 7”, and “Cherry” symbols are arranged in the normal game after that, the number of medals won is 0 and the bonus game (2 type BB game: continuous operation of 2nd type special character) is entered ( When the operation is completed, the base game is in a stock time state where the special replay 1 and the special replay 2 are excluded and an internal lottery is performed. It should be noted that instead of the second type special combination, the first type special combination may be continuously operated.

  Cherry is a title when the cherry symbol is displayed on the left drum, and one medal is obtained for each effective line (two at the upper or lower stage and zero at the middle stage because it is an ineffective line).

  Bell 1 is a title when “bell”, “bell”, and “red 7” symbols are aligned on the active line, and five medals are obtained.

  Bell 2 is a role name when three “bell” symbols are arranged on the active line, and one medal is obtained. Since a normal game requires three medals, even if the “Bell” symbol is aligned, it is deducted by two minuses.

  The replay is a role name when three replay symbols are arranged on the active line, and normally no medal is acquired (substantially equivalent to three medal acquisition), and a flag area (replay flag) ), The flag 1 is set, and a replay operation is performed by the player's operation of the start lever 9 to lower the flag (that is, 0). That is, the next game (ordinary game) is a re-game that can be performed without inserting medals.

  Special Replay 1 is the title when “Replay”, “Replay” and “Red 7” symbols are aligned on the active line, and in the same way as replaying, the next normal game can be performed without inserting medals, When the bonus flag is not set, the high probability replay state 1 (RT1 state) is set.

  Special Replay 2 is the title when “Replay”, “Replay”, and “Cherry” symbols are aligned on the active line. Like Special Replay 1, replay is possible and high probability replay state 2 (RT2 state) Set. The RT1 state and the RT2 state use the lottery table (low probability state) shown in FIG. 43B, but only the value of n is different, and the RT2 state is more advantageous to the player.

  FIG. 44 is a flowchart showing a main operation processing procedure for realizing the pseudo-probability change (match effect) function of the gaming machine.

  The initial state in which the game hall employee sets the stage setting value of the play rate before allowing the player to play is step S1500, and the bonus (1/20) and lose (1/20) are won with high probability. It becomes a high probability zone. In a pachislot machine, the initial state is not obtained by turning the power on / off, but in a game machine or the like, the initial state is obtained by power operation.

  When the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game in step S1500, the main control unit 100 executes the main process of the normal game. A random number lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table (see FIG. 42A) to determine whether or not various winning combinations have been won. Judge and flag.

  Then, the main control unit 100 rotates the drum unit 2 all at once, and a plurality of symbols displayed on the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c (in this embodiment, each drum has 21 If a winning combination is achieved as a result of an internal lottery, a pull-in for aligning the symbol of the role on the active line is started. In the case of control or conversely, if the winning combination is not established, avoidance control is performed so that the winning combination (bonus and small combination) symbols are not aligned on the active line. However, if the bonus flag is set, pulling the loser will draw the bonus symbol and win a bonus.

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins the game if the same symbol is displayed on the window 3 along the active line in each variation display game of the normal game, and the game medal is paid out according to the payout table shown in FIG. It is paid out from the apparatus and discharged from the medal payout opening 16. Then, the normal game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S1510.

  In step S1510, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won by the flag. If it has not been won (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1520, whereas the bonus has been won. If it is (YES), it is determined whether or not it is a losing (generally also referred to as “pure losing”) in step S1511. If it is not losing (NO), a normal game (not shown; the same applies hereinafter) until the losing is pulled. )repeat. And if it loses in step S1511, it will transfer to step S1540.

  In the bonus release process of step S1540, the main control unit 100 releases the bonus symbols in a displayable state, stores the bonus symbols displayed on the drum unit 2 in the RAM 102, and thereafter a bonus game (special game) Then, the second type special combination is continuously operated, and when the number of payouts exceeds a predetermined number (253 for BB, 126 for RB), the process proceeds to step S1541.

  The main control unit 100 determines whether or not the bonus stored in the RAM 102 in step S1541 is a big bonus (red 7 symbols). If the bonus is a big bonus, the first continuous game number (for example, 30 games) is set in step S1542. On the other hand, if it is not a big bonus (that is, if it is a regular bonus), a second continuous game number (for example, 10 games) is set in step S1543, and the process proceeds to step S1550. In other words, the longer the number of continued games, the more advantageous for the player, and expecting a big bonus.

  When the main control unit 100 notifies the sub-control unit 160 that the base game is in the stock time state in step S1550, the sub-control unit 160 informs that effect with various display devices and lamps. Further, the main control unit 100 uses the lottery table (stock time) of FIG. 42C to win a bonus with a high probability (1/20), while having a low probability (1/300) of a loss. By winning the game, all the set number of continuous games can be digested without releasing the bonus. In this case, both the special replay 1 and the special replay 2 are excluded (or with an extremely low probability of about 1/65000) and the internal lottery is performed. Exclusion means that the probability is 0 (zero).

  When one game of the normal game (stock time) in step S1550 is performed, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1551 and determines whether or not a bonus is won (a flag is set). If it is lost in S1552, the process proceeds to the bonus release process in step S1540. On the other hand, if the bonus is not won in step S1551 or if it is not lost in step S1552, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1560 and determines whether or not the number of continuing games has been consumed (reached to the ceiling). to decide. Then, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1550 if it has not been digested, ends the stock time (RT) if it has been digested, newly sets the internal state relating to the lottery, and proceeds to step S1500. To do. This internal state is the above-described high probability zone, and the lottery table (high probability state) in FIG. 42A is used, and bonus (1/20) and lose (1/20) are won with high probability. .

  If any bonus is won at the stock time in step S1550, if the loss is drawn in step S1511, the bonus release process in step S1540 will be performed, and in the zone (heaven state) where the loss is won with high probability. By being there, it is possible to intensify the gambling feelings of players who are gamblers. In addition, in the stock time and the subsequent high probability zone, it is possible to give the player more excitement and excitement by playing suitable images such as battle effects and love game effects in a timely manner. On the other hand, even if the bonus is not won at the stock time, the player has a high spirit because the bonus probability is high (1/20).

  On the other hand, if the bonus is not won in step S1510 (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1520 and determines whether or not the special replay 1 is won. If special replay 1 has not been won (NO in step S1520), the process similarly proceeds to step S1530 to determine whether special replay 2 has been won. Here, when special replay 1 or special replay 2 is subtracted, as shown below, since replay time 1 (RT1) or replay time 2 (RT2) of the humili mode is set, the player will not win the special replay. I think. If the special replay is not fortunately drawn, the process can return to step S1500 in the high probability zone.

  On the other hand, if the special replay 1 is won in step S1520 (YES), the main control unit 100 uses the lottery table (low probability state) in FIG. 42B in step S1521, and sets the internal state to RT1. Set. For example, RT1 makes it difficult to release a bonus by winning a game with a low probability of 1/300, and the number of ceiling games (the number of bottom games, which is RT (high probability replay state)) in advance. A predetermined number of times of about 1200 games). Note that the bonus is won with a high probability (1/20), but even if the bonus flag is set, the bonus will not be drawn, so the bonus will not be released (that is, the Hamari zone).

  The main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1522, determines whether or not a bonus is won (a flag is set), and if it is won, if the game is lost in step S1523, the main controller 100 performs the bonus release process in step S1540. On the other hand, if the bonus is not won in step S1522, or if it is not lost in step S1523, the process proceeds to step S1524.

  In step S1524, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the continuation game number of digests has been digested (has reached the ceiling). If not digested, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1522, and continues the digest state. For example, in the next normal game, the player must win (100% win), and the process proceeds to the bonus release process in step S1540. In other words, if you fall into the loop from step S1522 to step S1524, you will be in hell, so the player wishes to get out of this situation as soon as possible.

  On the other hand, if the special replay 1 has not been won in step S1520 (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1530 and determines whether the special replay 2 has been won.

  If the special replay 2 is won (YES), the main control unit 100 similarly uses the lottery table (low probability state) in FIG. 42B to set the internal state to RT2 in step S1531. RT2, for example, makes it difficult to release a bonus by winning a loss with a medium probability of 1/200, and sets about 600 games as the number of ceiling games. Note that the bonus is won with a high probability (1/20), but even if the bonus flag is set, the bonus will not be drawn, so the bonus will not be released.

  The main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1532, determines whether or not a bonus is won (a flag is set), and if it is won, if the game is lost in step S1533, the bonus control processing of step S1540 is performed. On the other hand, if the bonus is not won in step S1532, or if it is not lost in step S1533, the process proceeds to step S1534.

  In step S1534, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the continuation game number of digests has been digested (has reached the ceiling). If not digested, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1532 to continue the digest state and If it is, the game is surely won (100% win) in the next normal game, and the process proceeds to a bonus release process in step S1540. Although two types of special replays have been described, the number of special replays may be further increased to provide three or more, or may be reduced to one humor state.

Fourth embodiment (improved invention 3):
As shown in FIG. 40 of Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-066684 (filing date: March 14, 2008), which is the basic application of the domestic priority claim of the present application, at least the first bonus (probability bonus) ), 2nd bonus (ordinary bonus), small role, replay and loss, and if any of the bonuses are lost, the bonus symbol will be displayed on the display and a special after bonus A gaming machine for performing a game has already been disclosed in the basic application.

  The improved invention of the present application also uses the payout table shown in FIG. 43, but the lottery table is slightly different from that shown in FIG.

  FIG. 45 is a flowchart showing a main operation processing procedure for realizing a pseudo-probability change (high-precision effect) function of the gaming machine.

  The initial state in which the game hall employee sets the stage setting value of the payout rate before allowing the player to play is step S1600, and the internal state immediately before is stored in the backup RAM, and is taken over as it is. However, when the ROM is replaced or the backup power is cut off, the initial state is easily pulled with a high probability. That is, this initial state is a non-replay time state that is not a high-probability replay state, and when the number of ceiling games is reached as will be described later, the initial state is returned to and the bonus is released with a high probability.

  First, when the RAM 102 for data backup is initialized (cleared) by performing ROM exchange or the like, the main control unit 100 sets the internal state to a non-replay time state with a loss probability of 1/30.

  When the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game in step S1600, the main control unit 100 executes the main process of the normal game. Then, random lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table to determine whether or not various winning combinations have been won and a flag is set.

  Then, the main control unit 100 rotates the drum unit 2 all at once, and a plurality of symbols displayed on the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c (in this embodiment, each drum has 21 If a winning combination is achieved as a result of an internal lottery, a pull-in for aligning the symbol of the role on the active line is started. In the case of control or conversely, if the winning combination is not established, avoidance control is performed so that the winning combination (bonus and small combination) symbols are not aligned on the active line. However, as will be described later, when the bonus flag is set, when the loss is drawn, the bonus symbol is drawn and the bonus is released (winning).

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins the game if the same symbol is displayed on the window 3 along the active line in each variation display game of the normal game, and the game medal is paid out according to the payout table shown in FIG. It is paid out from the apparatus and discharged from the medal payout opening 16. Then, the normal game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S1610.

  In step S1610, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won based on the flag. If the bonus has not been won (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1612, while if the bonus has been won. (YES), the process proceeds to step S1640.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1640, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the winning bonus is the big bonus 1 (bonus 1), and if it is the big bonus 1, the internal state is set to RT1 (replay time 1) in step S1650. On the other hand, if it is not the big bonus 1, it will be the remaining big bonus 2. However, there is no problem even if this is called a regular bonus. In step S1660, the internal state is set to RT2 (replay time 2). Set.

  When the main state is set to RT1 in step S1650, the main control unit 100 only sets the probability of pulling a loss to a high probability of about 1/30, for example, and does not set the number of RT1 continuous games (the number of ceiling games). . As a result, in step S1652, the game loses once every 30 games on average (that is, there is no need to set the number of continuing games), and then the process proceeds to step S1654 to release (win) a big bonus. Although not shown in the drawing, if no losing is drawn in step S1652, step S1652 is repeated until the base game is played and the losing is drawn.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1654, in the Big Bonus 1 release process, the bonus symbol is made displayable, the bonus control is released on the active line of the window unit 3 and displayed on the window unit 3. The bonus symbol is stored in the RAM 102, and the bonus game (special game) is continuously operated with the first type special character or the second type special character, and the number of payouts exceeds a predetermined number (253 for BB1). At this point, the process proceeds to step S1656.

  Since the bonus stored in the RAM 102 in step S1656 is the big bonus 1 (red 7 symbol), the main control unit 100 sets the loss probability as an internal state (RT3) after the big bonus 1 with a probability of about 1/50, for example. In addition, the continuous game number (the number of ceiling games) of the replay time is set to about 150 games, for example. If a normal game is played and the number reaches the number of continuation games (ceiling games) 150, the replay time ends, the replay probability is normal (1 / 7.3), and the loss probability is very high. Therefore, a normal state (non-replay time state) in a high state (for example, about 1/5) is obtained, so that a bonus that is established by subtracting a loss with a very high probability is released.

  On the other hand, when the internal state is set to RT2 in step S1660 (NO in step S1640), the main control unit 100 fixes the probability of drawing a loss and the number of continuing games (number of ceiling games) in RT2 to the current values. (That is, the current value is not changed at all until BB2 is released.) As a result, when the loss is subtracted with the currently fixed loss probability in step S1662 or the number of continuing games is exhausted (reach the ceiling game number) in step S1663, the process proceeds to step S1664 to release the big bonus 2 (winning) To do.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1664, in the big bonus 2 release process, the bonus symbol is made displayable, and the bonus control is released on the active line of the window unit 3 and displayed on the window unit 3. The bonus symbol is stored in the RAM 102, and the bonus game (special game) is continuously operated with the first type special character or the second type special character, and the number of payouts exceeds a predetermined number (153 for BB2). At the time, the process proceeds to step S1666.

  Since the bonus stored in the RAM 102 in step S1666 is the big bonus 2 (red 7, red 7, cherry symbol), the main control unit 100 sets the loss probability to, for example, 1/2 as the internal state after the big bonus 2 (RT4). The number of continuous games (number of ceiling games) with a probability of about 150 and replay time is set to, for example, about 450 games. As with Big Bonus 1, when the number of normal games reaches the number of ceiling games of 450 games, the replay time ends, and the normal state (non-replay time) with a replay probability of 1 / 7.3 and a loss probability of about 1/5. State), the lost bonus is released with a very high probability.

  In this way, the main control unit 100 sets the loss probability to 1/50 and the number of ceiling games to 150 games as the internal state after the big bonus 1 (RT3), while the internal state after the big bonus 2 (RT3). As RT4), the loss probability is set to 1/150 and the number of ceiling games is set to 450 games. For example, a big bonus 3 may be provided as an intermediate big bonus between the big bonus 1 and the big bonus 2. In that case, when the internal state after the big bonus 3 is set to an intermediate state, such as a loss probability of 1/100 and a ceiling game number of 300 games, the preference, the game, and the gambling are increased.

  The main control unit 100 sets either the internal state RT3 in step S1656 or the internal state RT4 in step S1666, and proceeds to step S1600 to execute the above-described main game main process. For example, even if the internal state is RT3 or RT4, if the big bonus 1 is won here, the internal state becomes RT1 (the number of ceiling games is maintained), which is very advantageous and most favorable for the player. . On the other hand, if the big bonus 1 is released and the internal state is RT3 and the big bonus 2 is won, the internal state is fixed at RT3, which is advantageous and favorable for the player. If the state is RT4 and the big bonus 2 is won, the internal state is fixed at RT4 and becomes a normal state that is relatively favorable for the player.

  However, when the process proceeds to step S1600 and the big bonus is not won, the process proceeds from step S1612 to step S1620 and step S1630, and these steps are looped until the bonus is drawn.

  In step S1612, the main control unit 100 checks whether or not the special replay state (the special replay has won a prize and the RT has already been set). If the special replay state, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1600, while in the special replay state. If not, the process proceeds to step S1620.

  Even if the internal state is RT3 or RT4 after the bonus, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1622 if the special RP1 (special replay 1) has won in step S1620, and after the special RP1 While RT5 is set as the internal state, if it is not won, in step S1630, if special RP2 (special replay 2) is won, the process proceeds to step S1632, and RT6 is set as the internal state after special RP2. The process proceeds to step S1600.

  While the main control unit 100 sets the loss probability as 1/400 and the replay time continuous game number (ceiling game number) as 1200 games, for example, as the internal state (RT5) after the special RP1 in step S1622. In step S1632, as the internal state after the special RP2 (RT6), the loss probability is set to 1/200, for example, and the replay time continuous game number (ceiling game number) is set to 600 games, for example. Note that a special RP3 may be provided as an intermediate special replay between the special RP1 and the special RP2. In that case, if the intermediate state is set such that the loss probability is 1/300 and the number of ceiling games is 900 games as the internal state after the special RP3, the preference, game and gambling are increased.

  The main control unit 100 sets either the internal state RT5 in step S1622 or the internal state RT6 in step S1632, and when the process proceeds to step S1600, the main process of the normal game described above is executed. For example, regardless of whether the internal state is RT5 or RT6, if the big bonus 1 is won here, the internal state becomes RT1 (the number of ceiling games is maintained), which is easy to lose, which is very advantageous for the player. It becomes a preferable state. On the other hand, if the internal state is RT5 or RT6 and the big bonus 2 is won, the internal state is fixed at either RT5 or RT6 where it is difficult to lose, resulting in an unfavorable state for the player.

  More specifically, the special state RP1 is pulled and the internal state becomes RT5, and the big bonus 2 is won and the current state is fixed in step S1662, so the loss is drawn with a very low probability (1/400), or If the number of ceiling games of 1200 games is not reached in step S1663, the big bonus 2 is not released (winning), so this is the worst case (large humming state). On the other hand, if the internal state becomes RT6 by pulling the special RP2 and the big bonus 2 is won, the internal state is currently fixed in step S1662, but the loss is slightly reduced (1/200), Alternatively, if the number of ceiling games as shallow as 600 games is reached in step S1663, the big bonus 2 is released (winning), so this is in a small state.

  In other words, after releasing the big bonus, in the normal game in which a suitable RT internal state is set, the special RP is drawn first, and then the big bonus drawn first is the big bonus 2 only. On the other hand, if the big bonus is drawn first, or if the big bonus 1 is drawn even if the special RP is drawn first (if the big bonus 2 is not drawn), a chance state (high probability state) is obtained.

  In the gaming machine and the probability variation method according to the present invention, the winning symbol is displayed on the window 3 as described above, so that the player can know which special RP has won, while a plurality of bonuses are displayed. It is not possible to know at which timing any of these was won internally (the bonus flag was set). Only the gaming machine knows the timing and type of the internal winning of the bonus, and using this fact, the gaming machine can effectively produce effects for the player.

  For example, after the big bonus 2 is over, the player is in the internal state (RT4), but when the special RP1 symbol is displayed on the window 3 in the 20th game, the player will be discouraged, but before that, You should hope that one of the bonuses is won or that you win the Big Bonus 1 first. This deep psychology is used to produce a skill that provokes gambling.

  In other words, if the special state RP1 is pulled in the 20th game and the internal state becomes RT5, and the big bonus 2 is won in the 25th game and becomes a big humiliation state, the gaming machine will be as if the big bonus 1 was won internally. As described above, the display effect device 11 displays “high probability” at about the 50th game. A player who sees this “high probability” display will burn with a keen heart, but the gaming machine turns off the “high probability” display at about 80 games when 30 games are displayed continuously. Similarly, if the display directing device 11 displays “high probability” on the approximately 120th game as if the big bonus 2 was won internally before the special RP1 on the gaming machine, the player would shoot again It will burn your heart. Conversely, if Big Bonus 1 is won internally or Big Bonus 2 is won internally before Special RP1, the display effect of “high probability” can be continued until the bonus is released. it can. Also, even if the gaming machine is left unplayed in the hall, a plurality of special RPs are provided, so that the next player who sits down cannot know the number of ceiling games accurately. .

  FIG. 46 is a flowchart showing a main operation processing procedure for realizing the pseudo-probability changing function of the gaming machine (improved invention of FIG. 40).

  The initial state where the game hall employee sets the stage setting value of the payout rate before allowing the player to play is step S1700, which starts from the high-probability re-gaming state. Note that in a pachislot machine, the initial state is not obtained when the power is turned on / off, but in a game machine or the like, the initial state is obtained by operating the power.

  In step S1700, when the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game, the main control unit 100 increments the data value of the number of digest games and increments the base game (RT). The main process is executed. Then, a random number lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table (see FIG. 38B) to determine whether or not various winning combinations have been won. Judge and flag.

  Then, the main control unit 100 rotates the drum unit 2 all at once, and a plurality of symbols displayed on the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c (in this embodiment, each drum has 21 If a winning combination is achieved as a result of an internal lottery, a pull-in for aligning the symbol of the role on the active line is started. In the case of control or conversely, if the winning combination is not established, avoidance control is performed so that the winning combination (bonus and small combination) symbols are not aligned on the active line.

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins a game medal in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. 39, in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. It is paid out from the apparatus and discharged from the medal payout opening 16. Then, the normal game (RT) process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S1710.

  In step S1710, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won based on the flag. If it has not been won (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1711 whereas the bonus is won. If it is (YES), it is determined in step S1740 whether it is a loss (generally also referred to as “pure loss”). If not (NO), the process proceeds to step S1730. If it is a loss (YES), The process proceeds to bonus release processing in step S1780.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1711, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the game is lost. If the game is lost (YES), the main control unit 100 displays a specific symbol on the active line of the window unit 3 in step S1712 and the normal game in step S1750. On the other hand, the process proceeds to the (probable change) main process.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1720, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the cherry symbol of the punk role has won (displayed on the left drum). If not, the process proceeds to step S1730. The process proceeds to the main process of the normal game (probability change) in step S1750.

  In step S1730, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the data value of the number of digested games has reached 777 times the number of bottom games (digested prescribed game). While the main process of the game (RT) is repeated, if it has been reached, the data value of the number of digested games is reset to zero, and the process proceeds to the main process of the normal game (probability change) in step S1750.

  In step S1750, the main control unit 100 informs the fact that the state is in a probable change state with various display devices and lamps, and when the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game, (Probability variation) main processing is executed. Then, a random number lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table (see FIG. 38A) to determine whether or not various winning combinations are won. And flag it.

  The main control unit 100 starts the variable display game by rotating the drum unit 2 all at once, and performs pull-in control and avoidance control when a winning combination is established as a result of the internal lottery.

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins a game medal in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. 39, in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. It is paid out from the apparatus and discharged from the medal payout opening 16. Then, the normal game (probability change) process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S1760.

  In step S1760, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won based on the flag. If not (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1750 and performs the main process of the normal game (probability change). On the other hand, if the bonus has been won (YES), it is determined in step S1770 whether or not it is lost, and if it is not lost, the process proceeds to step S1750, while if lost, the process proceeds to step S1780.

  In the bonus release process in step S1780, the main control unit 100 releases the bonus symbols in a displayable state, stores the bonus symbols displayed on the drum unit 2 in the RAM 102, and thereafter a bonus game (special game) Then, the type 2 special combination is continuously operated, and when the number of net increase exceeds 221, the process proceeds to step S1790.

  The main control unit 100 determines whether or not the bonus symbol stored in the RAM 102 in step S1790 is a probability variation bonus symbol (red 7 symbol). If the symbol is a probability variation bonus symbol, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1750, but is not a probability variation bonus symbol. (That is, the blue 7 symbol) The data value of the number of digested games is reset to zero, and the process proceeds to step S1700.

  FIG. 47 is a flowchart showing a main operation processing procedure for realizing the pseudo probability changing function of the gaming machine (improved invention of FIG. 46).

  The initial state in which the game hall employee sets the stage setting value of the payout rate before allowing the player to play is step S1800, which starts from the high probability re-playing state. Note that in a pachislot machine, the initial state is not obtained when the power is turned on / off, but in a game machine or the like, the initial state is obtained by operating the power.

  In step S1800, when the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game, the main control unit 100 increments the data value of the number of digest games and increments the base game (RT). The main process is executed. Then, a random number lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table (see FIG. 38B) to determine whether or not various winning combinations have been won. Judge and flag.

  Then, the main control unit 100 rotates the drum unit 2 all at once, and a plurality of symbols displayed on the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c (in this embodiment, each drum has 21 If a winning combination is achieved as a result of an internal lottery, a pull-in for aligning the symbol of the role on the active line is started. In the case of control or conversely, if the winning combination is not established, avoidance control is performed so that the winning combination (bonus and small combination) symbols are not aligned on the active line.

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins a game medal in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. 39, in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. It is paid out from the apparatus and discharged from the medal payout opening 16. Then, the base game (RT) process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S1810.

  In step S1810, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won based on the flag. If it has not been won (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1811, whereas the bonus is won. If it is (YES), it is determined whether or not it is a losing (generally also referred to as “pure losing”) in step S1840. If not losing (NO), the process proceeds to step S1830. The process proceeds to bonus release processing in step S1880.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1811, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the game is lost. If the game is lost (YES), the main control unit 100 displays the specific symbol on the active line of the window unit 3 in step S1812, and the normal game in step S1850 is performed. On the other hand, the process proceeds to the (probable change) main process.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1820, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the cherry symbol for puncture has won a prize (displayed on the left drum). If not, the process proceeds to step S1830. The process proceeds to the main process of the normal game (probability change) in step S1850.

  In step S1830, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the data value of the number of digested games has reached 777 times the number of bottom games (digested prescribed game). While the main process of the game (RT) is repeated, if it has reached, the data value of the number of digested games is reset to zero and the process proceeds to the main process of the normal game (probability change) in step S1850.

  In step S1850, the main control unit 100 informs steadily by using various display devices and lamps that the player is in a probable change state, and when the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game, (Probability variation) main processing is executed. Then, a random number lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table (see FIG. 38A) to determine whether or not various winning combinations are won. And flag it.

  The main control unit 100 starts the variable display game by rotating the drum unit 2 all at once, and performs pull-in control and avoidance control when a winning combination is established as a result of the internal lottery.

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins a game medal in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. 39, in accordance with the payout table shown in FIG. It is paid out from the apparatus and discharged from the medal payout opening 16. Then, the normal game (probability change) process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S1860.

  In step S1860, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won based on the flag. If not (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1850 and performs the main process of the normal game (probability change). On the other hand, if the bonus is won (YES), it is determined in step S1870 whether or not it is lost, and if it is not lost, the process proceeds to step S1850. If it is lost, the process proceeds to step S1880.

  In the bonus release process of step S1880, the main control unit 100 releases the bonus symbols in a displayable state, stores the bonus symbols displayed on the drum unit 2 in the RAM 102, and then a bonus game (special game) Then, the second type special combination is continuously operated, and when the number of net increase exceeds 221, the process proceeds to step S1890.

  The main control unit 100 determines whether or not the bonus symbol stored in the RAM 102 in step S1890 is the probability variation bonus symbol (red 7 symbol). (That is, the blue 7 symbol) The process proceeds to step S1891.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1891, the main control unit 100 executes the promotion game. This promotion game is, for example, an RT game (high probability re-playing state) in which only one game medal is changed to one game, special replay (probability 1/2) or other (small role or loser) If the lottery result is not a special replay in step S1892, the process proceeds to step S1850. On the other hand, if it is a special replay, the number of RT games (the data value of the number of digested games is the bottom) in step S1893. The number of games (777 times: prescribed number of games) is set, and the process proceeds to step S1800. In other words, when it is removed from the promotion game, it becomes a stalemate, but if it is won, it is promoted (or pulled back) to a certain probability. The number of RT games may be changed according to the special replay symbol. Further, the number of promoted games and the winning probability of special replay may be changed according to the normal bonus symbol. For example, if the number of promoted games is set to 3 games and the game is lost continuously in a special replay or a punk pattern (such as cherry) is drawn halfway, the RT game (high probability replaying state) is terminated, and step S1850 A normal game (probability change) is performed.

  FIG. 48 is a flowchart showing a main operation processing procedure for realizing the pseudo-probability change (match effect 2) function of the gaming machine. In the processing procedure shown in FIG. 44, if a bonus is not won in steps S1710 to S1712 of FIG. 46, a specific symbol is displayed on the active line of the window 3 to play the game. It incorporates a technical idea that promotes it to a state that is advantageous to the user. In addition, about the part which is the same or overlaps with the content demonstrated in FIG. 44, since each step number is different, the description is used (omitted).

  Similarly to FIG. 44, the initial state in which the step set values are set is step S1900, which is a high probability zone in which the bonus (1/20) and the loss (1/20) are won with high probability.

  In step S1900, the main control unit 100 executes main processing of the base game, performs random lottery according to the reception timing of the start signal, and compares the random lottery value with the lottery table (see FIG. 42A). Then, it is determined whether or not various winning combinations have been won, and a flag is set.

  Then, the main control unit 100 wins if the same symbol is displayed on the window 3 along the active line in each variable display game of the normal game, ends the normal game process, and proceeds to step S1910. .

  In step S1910, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won based on the flag. If it has not been won (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1920, whereas the bonus is won. If it is (YES), the process proceeds to step S1911, and each step process is executed (the overlapping portion is omitted).

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1920, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the special replay 1 has been won. If the special replay 1 has not been won, the main control unit 100 similarly proceeds to step S1930 and the special replay 2 is performed. Determine if you are winning.

  If the special replay 1 is won in step S1920 (YES), the main control unit 100 uses the lottery table (low probability state) in FIG. 42B in step S1921 to set the internal state to RT1. .

  Then, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S1922 to determine whether or not the bonus is won. If the bonus is won, the main control unit 100 proceeds to the bonus release process of step S1940 if the bonus is lost.

  On the other hand, if the bonus has not been won in step S1922, the main control unit 100 determines in step S1925 whether or not it is a loss, and if not (NO), in step S1924 as in step S1524 in FIG. It is determined whether or not the number of continued games has been exhausted (reached to the ceiling), and thereafter the same processing is repeated.

  On the other hand, if it is a loss (YES), after displaying the specific symbol (punk symbol) for starting a new replay time on the active line of the window part 3, the process proceeds to step S 1950, for example, the stock time of 20 games I do. Note that a predetermined number of continued games may be set according to the punk symbol displayed at this time. As a result, if the player loses the game in a crisp state, the game will always be in a good state, which makes the game very attractive to the player. Furthermore, if a cherry of a puncture symbol is drawn instead of losing, the process proceeds to step S1900 and a high probability state may be set.

  Since the main control unit 100 is the same as the special replay 1 even when the special replay 2 is won in step S1930, the description is omitted.

  FIG. 49 is a schematic front view of a rotating game machine according to the present invention. As will be described later, FIG. 1 differs from FIG. 1 only in the number of drums and the effective line, and therefore, a duplicate description is omitted.

  Reference numeral 2 denotes a drum portion built in the housing 1a, and is composed of four drums: a child-side left drum 2d1 and a child-side right drum 2d2, and a parent-side left drum 2e1 and a parent-side right drum 2e2. Each drum is provided with a rotating part symbol display LED, which emits light (turns on and blinks) or turns off according to various effects. Here, the child side means the player side, while the parent side means the gaming machine side. Further, as the stop button section 10, a child side left stop button 10d, a child side right stop button 10e, a parent side left stop button 10f, and a parent side right stop button 10g are provided correspondingly.

  Reference numeral 3 denotes a window provided in the center of the front surface of the design panel 22, and one effective line extending in the center lateral direction includes a child side left drum 2d1, a child side right drum 2d2, a parent side left drum 2e1, and a parent side. It is displayed prominently by a line connecting the right drum 2e2, and below it, three turning part line display LEDs of left, middle, and right are embedded, and lights up or blinks when winning. In this embodiment, for the sake of simplifying the description, one effective line is used, but a plurality of effective lines may be used.

  FIG. 50 is a symbol arrangement table of drums (4 reels).

  Each of the child side left drum 2d1, child side right drum 2d2, parent side left drum 2e1 and parent side right drum 2e2 includes a child side left drum symbol, a child side right drum symbol, a parent side left drum symbol, and a parent side right drum. A swirl band (not shown) on which a drum symbol is drawn is pasted so as to make a round on the outer peripheral portion of each drum.

  There are 20 patterns of 5 types on each swirl belt, which are big bonus symbols, special symbols “A” and “J”, and numeric symbols (non-special symbols) “3” and “5”. , “7” is arranged on each left drum, and “2”, “4”, “6” are arranged on each right drum. In this case, for convenience of explanation, the symbol arrangement of the child-side left drum 2d1 and the parent-side left drum 2e1, and the child-side right drum 2d2 and the parent-side right drum 2e2 are the same, but may be different from each other. Good. The special symbol “A” (Trump's Ace) corresponds to the numerical value 11, and the special symbol “J” (Trump's jack) corresponds to the numerical value 10.

  As explained in FIG. 8, the main control unit 100 performs the pull-in control for the symbols within 4 frames, and thus arbitrarily stops all the changing symbols on the active line according to the internal lottery result of the normal game. It is possible to perform liquid crystal production freely.

  FIG. 51 is a payout table showing the relationship between the combination of symbols and the number of acquired medals in a general game of a perfect probability machine.

  BB (Big Bonus) is a role name when the BB symbols “A” or “J” are aligned on the active line. When the big bonus “A” (big hit BB1) is won internally, flag 1 is set in the corresponding flag area, and when the “A” symbols are displayed together, the number of medals won is 0, and the big bonus game (two types of BB games) : Activating the continuous action device) and paying out 360 cards (15 cards × 24 games). Further, when the big bonus “J” (medium hit BB2) is won internally, flag 1 is set in the corresponding flag area, and when the “J” symbols are displayed together, the number of medals is 0 and the big bonus game (2 Species BB game: Operation of an accessory continuous operation device), and when 120 sheets (15 sheets × 8 games) are paid out, the game ends.

  RB (Regular Bonus) is an irregular name, but is a name when a pair of “A” and “J” of the BB symbol is displayed on the active line on both the child side and the parent side. When the regular bonus (RB) is won internally, flag 1 is set in the corresponding flag area, and when the pair “A” “J” is displayed on both the child side and the parent side, the number of medals is 0, and the regular bonus game ( 2 types BB game: Operation of the continuous action device), and when 30 sheets (15 sheets × 24 games) are paid out, the game ends.

  Replay is a role name when the total number of (child side left drum + child side right drum) is equal to the total number of (parent side left drum + parent side right drum). No acquisition (substantially equivalent to the acquisition of three medals), flag 1 is set in the flag area (replay flag), and a replay operation is performed by the player's operation of the start lever 9 to lower the flag (ie 0 And). That is, the next game (ordinary game) is a re-game that can be performed without inserting medals.

  A small role is a title when the total number of (child side left drum + child side right drum) is larger than the total number of (parent side left drum + parent side right drum), 6 (regular number 3 sheets x 2 times) medal.

  Loss is a role name when the sum of numerical values of (child side left drum + child side right drum) is smaller than the sum of numerical values of (parent side left drum + parent side right drum), and is no payout (0 sheets).

  That is, the main control unit 100 performs an internal lottery in conjunction with a normal game for variably displaying a plurality of symbols associated with numbers, bonuses (BB1, BB2, RB), small roles (child side> parent side) The replay (the child side and the parent side are equal values) and the loss (child side <parent side) are determined. The main control unit 100 stops the symbol on the active line according to the internal lottery result by operating the stop button unit 10 of the player, and displays it in a predetermined symbol combination for winning. The main control unit 100 is composed of four drums, a child side left drum 2d1 and a child side right drum 2d2, and a parent side left drum 2e1 and a parent side right drum 2e2. Controls to stop the fluctuation symbol of the drum part 2 on the active line. If the internal drawing result of the normal game is a small role, the sum of the number symbols on the child side is the sum of the number symbols on the parent side. In the case of losing, the sum of the numbers on the child side is smaller than the sum of the numbers on the parent side, and in the case of replaying, the numbers on the child side and the parent side are stopped. In the case of a bonus, the sum of the numerical symbols on the child side and the parent side is made equal and all symbols are stopped at a special symbol. When the gaming machine is a perfect probability machine, the bonus line (BB1, BB2, RB), small part, re-game and lose (no dividend) are displayed on the effective line of the drum part 2 according to the internal lottery result as shown in the payout table of FIG. The description is omitted because it is only displayed above.

  FIG. 52 is a payout table showing the relationship between the combination of symbols and the number of acquired medals in the general game of the pseudo-change machine. Only differences from FIG. 51 will be described.

  The pure loss is a so-called loss, and in the state where no bonus is established, the child left drum “7” and the child right drum “A”, and the parent left drum “7” and the parent right drum “A” is a role name when it is aligned on the active line, and has a function of ending (puncturing) the high probability replay. On the other hand, when a bonus is established (a bonus flag is set) and a net loss is drawn, the bonus symbols can be aligned.

  Special Replay 1 is a role name when the child side left drum “A” and the child side right drum “A” and the parent side left drum “J” and the parent side right drum “J” are aligned on the effective line. As with replays, the next normal game can be played without inserting medals, and if the bonus flag is not set, high-probability replay can be terminated (punctured) in the same way as pure loss. High probability replay state 1 (RT1 state) and the like are set.

  Special Replay 2 is a title when the child side left drum “J” and child side right drum “J” and the parent side left drum “A” and the parent side right drum “A” are aligned on the effective line. As with replays, the next normal game can be played without inserting medals, and if the bonus flag is not set, high-probability replay can be terminated (punctured) in the same way as pure loss. High probability replay state 1 (RT2 state) and the like are set. However, the special replay 1 and the special replay 2 are not limited to this, and can be arbitrarily determined in advance.

  The small role 1 is a title when the total number of (child side left drum + child side right drum) is larger than the total number of (parent side left drum + parent side right drum). X2) medals are earned.

  The small role 2 is a role name when the total value of (child side left drum + child side right drum) is smaller than the total value of (parent side left drum + parent side right drum), and one medal is obtained. The However, since the prescribed number of base games is 3, two medals are reduced as a result.

  In other words, the main control unit 100 performs an internal lottery in conjunction with a normal game for variably displaying a plurality of symbols associated with numbers, bonus (BB1, BB2, RB), small role 1 (child side> parent side) ), Small role 2 (child side <parent side), replay (same value on child side and parent side) and pure loss are determined and each symbol is displayed on the effective line of drum unit 2, This case will be described in detail below.

  FIG. 53 is a flowchart showing a main operation processing procedure for realizing the pseudo probability changing function of the gaming machine.

  This figure is almost the same flowchart as FIG. 46, but the operation processing procedure of the 4-reel gaming machine will be described using this flowchart. The reel stop and display operations of the other pseudo-probing machines are the same, and the description thereof is omitted.

  The initial state in which the game hall employee sets the stage setting value of the payout rate before allowing the player to play is step S2000, which starts from the high probability re-playing state (RT). However, the initial state may be started from step S2050. Note that in a pachislot machine, the initial state is not obtained when the power is turned on / off, but in a game machine or the like, the initial state is obtained by operating the power.

  When the player inserts three predetermined game medals and operates the start lever to start the variable display game in step S2000, the main control unit 100 sets the data value of the number of digested games to one. The main process of the base game (RT) is executed by counting up. Then, a random number lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with a lottery table (for example, see FIG. 38 (B) etc.) to determine whether various winning combinations have been won. Determine whether or not and set a flag.

  Then, the main control unit 100 rotates the drum unit 2 all at once, and displays a plurality of symbols displayed on the child side left drum 2d1, the child side right drum 2d2, the parent side left drum 2e1, and the parent side right drum 2e2. (In the case of this embodiment, 20 symbols are displayed on each drum) A variable display game is started, and if the winning combination is achieved as a result of the internal lottery, it is effective. Withdrawal control for aligning the symbol of the role on the line, or conversely, when the role is lost and the symbol is not established, avoidance control for not aligning the winning symbol on the active line is performed.

  Further, the main control unit 100 wins a game medal from the medal payout device in each variable display game of the normal game, if it is displayed on the active line of the window unit 3 according to the payout table shown in FIG. It discharges from the discharge outlet 16.

  54 to 56 are stop state transition diagrams of the changing symbols displayed on the active line of the window 3.

  The main control unit 100 is in a state where the result of the internal lottery is “small role 2” and all four reels are rotating (see FIG. 54A, where the down arrow means reel rotation). When the player presses the stop button in order from the left, for example, the child-side left drum 2d1 is stopped at the “7” symbol (see FIG. 54B), and the child-side right drum 2d2 is stopped at the “6” symbol ( 54 (C)), the player is expected to have a relatively large numerical value. Then, the master left drum 2e1 is stopped at the symbol “3” (see FIG. 54D), and the player is given a sense of further victory with a small numerical value. When it is stopped at the “A” symbol (the value is 11) (see FIG. 54E), the child side total 13 becomes the parent side total 14, and the player is notified that the game is lost, and one game medal is issued. Just pay out. In this case, the main control unit 100 turns off the two rotator portion symbol display LEDs and the rotator portion line indicator LED left and center on the losing child side, while displaying the rotator portion symbol display on the winning parent side. By turning on two LEDs and one on the right side of the rotating body part line display LED, notification is made more clearly.

  The main control unit 100, when the result of the internal lottery is “small role 1” and all four reels are rotating (see FIG. 55A), the player presses the stop button in order from the left For example, the child-side left drum 2d1 is stopped at the “5” symbol (see FIG. 55 (B)), and the child-side right drum 2d2 is stopped at the “2” symbol (see FIG. 55 (C)). The player is discouraged by numerical values. Then, the master left drum 2e1 is stopped at the symbol “3” (see FIG. 55D), the player is given a little sense of expectation with a small numerical value, and finally the master right drum 2e2 is set to “2”. When the symbol is stopped (see FIG. 55E), the child side total becomes 7 and the parent side total becomes 5, and the player is notified that it is a small role, and 6 game medals are paid out. In this case, the main control unit 100 turns on the winning child side rotator part symbol display LEDs and the left of the rotator part line indicator LED, while losing two rotator part symbol display LEDs and the rotator part. By turning off the right and center lines of the line display LED, notification is made more clearly.

  When the result of the internal lottery is “re-game” and the four reels are all rotating (see FIG. 56A), the main control unit 100 presses the stop button in order from the left. For example, the child-side left drum 2d1 is stopped at the “A” symbol (see FIG. 56B), and the child-side right drum 2d2 is stopped at the “2” symbol (see FIG. 56C). Then, when the master-side left drum 2e1 is stopped at the “7” symbol (see FIG. 56D), and finally the master-side right drum 2e2 is stopped at the “6” symbol (see FIG. 56E), The child side total 13 is a draw of the parent side total 13, and the player is notified that the game is replaying. In this case, since the main control unit 100 is a draw, it is more clearly informed by turning off the four swirl portion symbol display LEDs and turning on the three swirl portion line display LEDs.

  Returning to FIG. 53, the description will be continued. As described above, the normal game (RT) process in step S2000 is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S2010. In addition, even if a bonus is won in pseudo-probability, if a replay or small role is established, the bonus symbol is not displayed on the active line, so that no bonus winning is obtained. That is, a state where it is easy to pull a pure loss is a state called high accuracy, and a state where it is difficult to pull is a state called low accuracy (normal).

  In step S2010, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won based on the flag. If it has not been won (NO), the process proceeds to step S2011, whereas the bonus is won. If it is (YES), it is determined whether or not it is a loss (generally also referred to as “pure loss”) in step S2040. If it is not a loss (NO), the process proceeds to step S2030. If it is a loss (YES), The process proceeds to bonus release processing in step S2080.

  57 to 58 are stop state transition diagrams of the changing symbols displayed on the active line of the window portion 3.

  When the main control unit 100 shifts to the bonus release process of step S2080, when the winning bonus flag is BB1, the player turns the reel from the left with all the reels rotating (see FIG. 57A). When the stop button is pressed in order, for example, the child-side left drum 2d1 is stopped at the “A” symbol (see FIG. 57B), and the child-side right drum 2d2 is stopped at the “A” symbol (FIG. 57C). reference). Then, the master left drum 2e1 is stopped at the “A” symbol (see FIG. 57D), and the player has the maximum expectation, and finally the master right drum 2e2 is stopped at the “A” symbol. (See FIG. 57 (E)), all the symbols become “A” and the player is notified that it is a big bonus, and the accessory continuous operation device (2 type BB game) is operated, 360 When the number of cards (15 cards × 24 games) is paid out, the process ends. In this case, the main control unit 100 lights up all three of the child side and parent side rotator pattern display LEDs and the left, center, and right of the rotator part line display LEDs together with the sound effect. Announce clearly. Note that the explanation of BB2 is omitted because the “J” symbol and the number of payouts are different.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to the bonus release process of step S2080, when the winning bonus flag is RB (regular bonus), the game is performed with all reels rotating (see FIG. 58A). When the person presses the stop button in order from the left, for example, the child side left drum 2d1 is stopped at the “A” symbol (see FIG. 58B), and the child side right drum 2d2 is stopped at the “J” symbol (see FIG. 58). 58 (C)). Then, the master left drum 2e1 is stopped at the “A” symbol (see FIG. 58 (D)), and the player has a sense of expectation, and finally the master right drum 2e2 is stopped at the “J” symbol ( 58 (E)), the symbols on the child side and the parent side are “A” and “J”, and the player is notified that the symbol is RB. Operate and finish paying out 30 cards (15 cards x 2 games). In this case, the main control unit 100 lights up all three of the child side and parent side rotator pattern display LEDs and the left, center, and right of the rotator part line display LEDs together with the sound effect. Announce clearly.

  Returning to FIG. 53, the description will be continued. When the process proceeds to step S2011, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not it is a loss, and if it is a loss (YES), in step S2012 a specific symbol (the symbols on the child side and the parent side are “7” and “A”). ) Is displayed on the active line of the window portion 3 and the process proceeds to the main process of the normal game (probability change) in step S2050, but if it is not lost (NO), the process proceeds to step S2020.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S2020, the special replay symbol 1 (the child side symbols “A” and “A” and the parent side symbols “J” and “J”) or the special replay symbol 2 ( It is determined whether or not the child side symbols “J” and “J” and the parent side symbols “A” and “A”) have won, and if they have not won, the process proceeds to step S2030. For example, the process proceeds to the main process of the normal game (probability change) in step S2050.

  In step S2030, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the data value of the number of digested games has reached 777 times the number of bottom games (the game has been digested). While the main process of the game (RT) is repeated, if it has been reached, the data value of the number of digested games is reset to zero, and the process proceeds to the main process of the normal game (probability change) in step S2050.

  In step S2050, the main control unit 100 informs the fact that the state is in a probable change state with various display devices and lamps, and when the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game, (Probability variation) main processing is executed. Then, random lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table, and it is determined whether or not various winning combinations are won, and a flag is set.

  In the same manner as the normal game (RT) in step S2000, the main control unit 100 starts the variable display game by rotating the drum unit 2 all at once, and when the winning combination is achieved as a result of the internal lottery. When the winning control is performed and the avoidance control is performed and a winning is made, the game medal is paid out from the medal payout device according to the payout table, and is discharged from the medal payout exit 16. Then, the normal game (probability change) process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S2060.

  In step S2060, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won by the flag. If it has not been won (NO), the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S2050 and performs the main process of the normal game (probability change). On the other hand, if the bonus is won (YES), it is determined in step S2070 whether or not it is a loss, and if it is not a loss, the process proceeds to step S2050, whereas if it is a loss, the process proceeds to step S2080.

  In the bonus release process in step S2080, the main control unit 100 releases the bonus symbols in a displayable state, stores the bonus symbols displayed on the drum unit 2 in the RAM 102, and thereafter a bonus game (special game) When the second type special combination is continuously operated and a predetermined number of sheets are paid out, the process proceeds to step S2090.

  The main control unit 100 determines whether or not the bonus symbol stored in the RAM 102 in step S2090 is a probability variation bonus symbol (A symbol or J symbol). If it is a probability variation bonus symbol, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S2050, while the probability variation bonus symbol is used. If not (that is, RB), the data value of the number of digest games is reset to zero, and the process proceeds to step S2000.

  The 4-reel gaming machine can also be used for displaying other pseudo-probability changes.

Fifth embodiment (improved invention 4):
As shown in FIG. 40 of Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-066684 (filing date: March 14, 2008), which is the basic application of the domestic priority claim of the present application, the pattern corresponding to the memorized bonus when lost in the normal game Has already been disclosed in the basic application, which releases the bonus on the active line.

  In the present invention, a lottery table shown in FIG. 59 and a payout table (RT: replay time) shown in FIG. 60 are used.

  FIG. 59 is a conceptual diagram of a lottery table that enables bonus concealment.

  The lottery table (normal state) in FIG. 59 (A) and the lottery table (high probability replay state) in FIG. 59 (B) are stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, and are used for winning combination and symbol lottery. Defines the relationship with numerical values.

  For example, in the case of the swivel type gaming machine of the present invention, in the normal state, the random number takes a value (natural number) of 0 to 65535, and after three (predetermined number) gaming medals are inserted, the start lever Random number lottery (internal lottery for winning combination) is performed in accordance with the timing at which 9 is operated, and the left drum 2a, middle drum 2b and right drum 2c of the drum section 2 are rotated (variably displaying a plurality of symbols) Start a normal game.

  If the random value is in the range of 0 to m1, big bonus 1 (referred to as “BB1”) and replay 2 (second replay) are won simultaneously (see FIG. 59A). Similarly, replay 2 with big bonus 2 (referred to as “BB2”) in the range of random numbers m1 + 1 to m2 and replay 2 with big bonus 3 (referred to as “BB3”) in the range of random numbers m2 + 1 to m3. 2 is a replay with a big bonus 4 (referred to as “BB4”) in the range of random numbers m1 + 3 to m4 and a replay 2 as a big bonus 5 (referred to as “BB5”) in a range of random numbers m4 + 1 to m5. 2, the big bonus 6 (referred to as “BB6”) and the replay 2 are simultaneously won in the range of random numbers m5 + 1 to m6. Also, cherry is won in the range of m6 + 1 to m7, bell is in the range of m7 + 1 to m8, replay 1 is in the range of m8 + 1 to m9, while random number is m9 + 1 to m10. (In this case, 65535) is lost.

  On the other hand, in the high-probability replay state (the state in which any one of BB1 to BB6 is elected) in FIG. 59 (B), replay 2 (second replay) with a random value in the range of 0 to m6. ) Will only win, and there will be no bonus re-winning. In other words, the big bonus is not won in the range where BB1 to BB6 in FIG. 59 (A) are won simultaneously, and only replay 2 is won. In addition, the winning ranges for cherry and bell are the same in both FIG. 59 (A) and FIG. 59 (B).

  On the other hand, the replay 1 is won when the random value is in the range of m8 + 1 to m9 + α, and the range is expanded by + α, but the random value is lost in the range of m9 + 1 + α to m10 (in this case, 65535), and the range is α. Narrow by the minute. In other words, in the high probability replay state, the range in which replay 1 is won is widened by α, and the range in which replay is lost is narrowed by α, and this α value is the big bonus 1 to big bonus 6 won internally. It changes according to (type of bonus) and is uniquely determined by the selected lottery table.

  FIG. 60 is a payout table (RT) showing the relationship between the combination of symbols in the normal game (general game), the number of acquired medals and the operation name.

  Big Bonus 1 is a title when “REP”, “REP”, and “7” symbols are aligned on the active line, and if this is won by an internal lottery of a normal game, the BB1 flag in the flag area of the storage area of the RAM 102 Set "1". Then, when the BB1 symbols are arranged in the normal game after that, the number of medals won is 0, and the player enters the bonus game (2 type BB game: continuous operation of the 2nd type special character) and releases more than 253 games. When the medal is paid out, the operation ends, and the normal state is entered and the normal game is played.

  Similarly, the big bonus 2 has “REP”, “7” and “7” symbols, the big bonus 3 has “REP”, “7” and “REP” symbols, and the big bonus 4 has “7” and “7” ”,“ REP ”symbols,“ 7 ”,“ REP ”,“ REP ”symbols for Big Bonus 5 and“ 7 ”,“ REP ”,“ 7 ”symbols for Big Bonus 6 are aligned on the active line If this is won by an internal lottery of a normal game, the flag “1” of any one of BB1 to BB6 is set in the flag area of the storage area of the RAM 102. Then, when the BB1 symbol is aligned in the normal game after that, the number of medals is 0, and the bonus game is entered, and when more than 253 game medals are paid out, the operation is completed and the normal state is entered and the normal game is played. .

  Cherry is a role name when the cherry symbol is displayed on the effective line of the left drum, and two medals are obtained for each effective line.

  The bell is a role name when three “bell” symbols are arranged on the active line, and 15 medals are obtained.

  Replay 1 (first replay) is a role name when three “REP” symbols (replay symbols) are arranged on the active line, and normally no medal is acquired (substantially three The flag 1 is set in the flag area (replay flag), and the replay operation is performed by the player's operation of the start lever 9 to lower the flag (that is, “0”). That is, the next game (ordinary game) is a re-game that can be performed without inserting medals.

  Replay 2 (second replay) is an irregular but a title when three “7” symbols are arranged on the active line as replay symbols. First, flag 1 is set in the flag area (replay flag), and a replay operation is performed by the player's operation of the start lever 9 to lower the flag. In addition, when none of the bonuses (BB1 to BB6) is won, and BB1 is won (any one bonus is won), any of BB1 to BB6 The common replay 2 is also won simultaneously and flag 1 is set, and both BB1 and replay 2 are stored, but the symbol “7” is stopped on the effective line of the symbol display portion, and the lottery table corresponding to BB1 By selecting (RT), the game is replayed as a high probability replay state. When the game is lost in the subsequent normal game, the bonuses are released by stopping the “BB” symbols “REP”, “REP”, and “7” on the active line. The same applies to BB2 to BB6. As a result, the player cannot know which bonus of BB1 to BB6 is won and the probability of losing the game, but conversely, the player's expectation increases more by not knowing the winning bonus. Since it is hoped that the RT (replay time) in which the number of game medals increases will last as long as possible, gameability and gambling are greatly improved.

  FIG. 61 is a flowchart showing a main operation processing procedure for realizing the bonus hidden RT pseudo-probability changing function of the gaming machine.

  The initial state in which the game hall employee sets the stage setting value of the payout rate before allowing the player to play is step S2100, which starts from the normal state (the lottery table in FIG. 59A).

  When the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game in step S2100, the main control unit 100 executes the main process of the normal game. A random number lottery (internal lottery) is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table (see FIG. 59A) to determine whether or not various winning combinations have been won. Judge and flag.

  Then, the main control unit 100 rotates the drum unit 2 all at once, starts a variable display game for changing a plurality of symbols displayed on the left drum 2a, the middle drum 2b, and the right drum 2c, and performs internal lottery. As a result, if the winning combination is achieved, the pull-in control to align the symbol of the role on the active line, or conversely, if the winning combination is lost and the winning combination is not achieved, Avoidance control is performed so that the symbols (small role and replay) are not aligned. However, since the drawing priority is replay, small role, and bonus, when only one of the bonus flags is set, the main control unit 100 does not display the corresponding bonus symbol on the active line for the first time when the loss is drawn. It is designed to be pulled in and aligned. In other words, if the replay or small role is not won internally with the bonus flag set, the bonus is won.

  The main control unit 100 wins if a predetermined symbol (see FIG. 60) is displayed on the window 3 along the active line in each variable display game of the normal game, and according to the payout table shown in FIG. The game medals are paid out from the medal payout device and discharged from the medal payout exit 16. Then, the normal game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S2110.

  In step S2110, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not any bonus has been won by the flag. If it has not been won (NO), the main control unit 100 returns to step S2100 and repeatedly executes the main process of the normal game. .

  On the other hand, when any one bonus is won in a state where none of the bonuses is won, the main control unit 100 always wins the replay 2 that is common to a plurality of types of bonuses and stores it as a flag. The “7” symbol of the replay 2 symbol is drawn on the active line of the window portion 3 with the highest priority and stopped, and the process proceeds to step S2120 to check whether or not the winning bonus is BB1. Even if one of the bonuses is won, since the “7” symbol (second replay symbol) that is common to a plurality of types of bonuses is displayed in the window 3, the player won the bonus that was won There is an effect peculiar to the present invention in that it cannot be known.

  If the bonus won in step S2120 is BB1, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S2122, selects the lottery table (high probability replay state) in FIG. 59 (B), and selects α corresponding to BB1. The value α1 is read from the ROM 101, the α value is replaced with α1, and a lottery table is created. Note that since the data α1 to αn corresponding to the various BBs are simply substituted for the α value of the lottery table (high probability replay state), there is an effect unique to the present invention that the memory capacity can be saved.

  If the bonus won in step S2120 is not BB1, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S2130 and confirms whether the winning bonus is BB2. Similarly, if the bonus won in step S2130 is not BB2, the process proceeds to step S2140 to check whether it is BB3. Finally, by confirming up to BBn in step S2150, any one of the winning bonuses BB1 to BBn is found, and by substituting the data α1 to αn corresponding to BB, the lottery table to be used (high Probability replay state) is completed.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S2160, the main control unit 100 plays the base game in a high-probability re-playing state called a replay time. When the player operates the start lever to start the variable display game, a random number lottery is performed in accordance with the reception timing of the start signal, and the random number lottery value is compared with the lottery table (see FIG. 59 (B)). Then, it is determined whether or not various winning combinations have been won, and a flag is set, and the above-described variation symbol pull-in control and avoidance control are performed.

  When the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S2170, the main control unit 100 confirms whether or not the internal lottery result is lost, and if it is not lost (NO), the main control unit 100 returns to step S2160 and repeatedly executes the main process of the normal game. If it is a loss, a bonus release process is executed in step S2180 with the bonus symbols aligned. For example, when BB1 is elected, the main control unit 100 arranges “REP”, “REP”, “7” symbols on the active line to win, and continuously operates the second type special character. When the game medals exceeding the number are paid out, the release process is terminated, and the normal state (the lottery table (selecting FIG. 59A)) is entered, and the normal game is performed in step S2100.

  FIG. 62 is a flowchart showing the automatic stop processing subroutine (1). Further, FIGS. 63 to 67 and FIG. 69 are stop state transition diagrams of the changing symbols displayed on the window 3. Refer to FIG. 7 for the drum symbol arrangement.

  In the game main process in step S140 of FIG. 19, the main control unit 100 executes a random number lottery as the player operates the start lever 9, and starts the symbol variation display game by rotating the drum unit 2. When the rotation of all the drums reaches a predetermined speed (about 80 rpm), the LEDs built in the respective stop buttons are changed from the off state to the on state, and the stop buttons (the left stop button 10a and the middle stop button 10b) are turned on. And that the right stop button 10c) can be operated (see FIG. 63A).

  When the main control unit 100 calls this automatic stop processing subroutine at a predetermined time interval (for example, several milliseconds) when none of the stop buttons is operated after the rotation of the drum reaches the predetermined speed, the main control unit 100 performs step S2200. Then, it is determined whether or not the bonus is being won (bonus flag is set). If it is winning, the process proceeds to step S2210. If not, the process is terminated (in this case, the “red 7” bonus is set). Suppose that is true). Therefore, after one of the stop buttons is operated, this subroutine is not entered, but the automatic stop process is performed in another subroutine, and in this case, as usual, it is simply stopped without aligning the symbols. .

  In step S2210, the main control unit 100 measures the elapsed time measured by the timer (usually when the drum rotation speed becomes constant, the measurement starting point is, for example, when the start lever of the variable display game is operated. It is possible to determine whether or not a predetermined time has been reached, and if so, the process proceeds to step S2220. If not, the process ends.

  In step S2220, main controller 100 changes (stops) all the stop buttons from the lit state to the unlit state, and displays (notifies) that the stop buttons cannot be operated (see FIG. 63B). In the state of FIG. 63 (B), all the drums are still rotating, and the predetermined symbol corresponding to the “red 7” bonus stored in the flag is that the left drum 2a is the “watermelon” symbol (from above). 3rd), the middle drum 2b is the “cherry” symbol (fourth from the top), and the right drum 2c is the “cross” symbol (top). Make it explicit.

  In step S2230, the main control unit 100 automatically pulls the predetermined symbols “watermelon” symbol, “cherry” symbol, and “cross” symbol on the first line (see FIG. 13) of each drum. (See FIG. 63C). That is, the main control unit 100 automatically stops each symbol row so as to display a predetermined symbol on the symbol display unit according to the stored bonus. Of course, when the “Blue 7” bonus is won, other predetermined symbols are displayed on the first line of each drum.

  In the next variation display game, the main control unit 100 executes a random number lottery as the player operates the start lever 9, and starts the symbol variation display game by rotating the drum unit 2. FIG. 64A shows the same state as FIG. 63C. From this state, the drum unit 2 starts rotating (see FIG. 64B), and the state where the rotational speed gradually increases is shown in FIG. (C). The main control unit 100 turns off all the built-in LEDs because the rotation of the drum has not reached the predetermined speed.

  FIG. 65A is immediately before the drum reaches a predetermined speed. On the other hand, after that, the state in which the symbol of the drum has advanced by about 4 frames is shown in FIG. 65B, and the main control unit 100 turns on all the built-in LEDs because the rotation of the drum has reached a predetermined speed. Since the current-torque performance of the step motor 30 used for rotating the drum is constant and the main control unit 100 performs the same rotation control every time, the state shown in FIG. 64A (ie, the state shown in FIG. 63C). ), The rotational speed of the drum unit 2 becomes a predetermined speed, and when the built-in LED of each stop button is lit, the position of the symbol becomes substantially constant in the state of FIG. 65 (B).

  In the state of FIG. 65 (B), the winning “red 7” bonus symbol is four frames above the “cross” symbol on the left drum 2a with respect to the first line which is the active line, and the middle drum 2b Is 5 frames above the “Replay” symbol, and 6 frames above the “Watermelon” symbol on the right drum 2c. As is clear from the figure, the “Red 7” bonus symbol is shifted one frame in the diagonally upward direction to the right. Three in a row. In this manner, the point where the bonus symbol is shifted by about one to two frames in the upper right direction is also one point of inventive step. However, as shown in FIG. 67 (A), when the drum rotation reaches a predetermined speed, the bonus symbols should be positioned within 4 frames with respect to the stop position (first line) in all the drums. It is possible to pull in regardless of the operation order of each stop button. In this case, the predetermined design shown in FIG. 64 (A) is such that the middle drum 2b is shifted one frame downward and the right drum 2c is shifted two frames downward. The “replay” symbol and the “watermelon” symbol are drawn and displayed automatically on the first line of each drum.

  As another example, the main control unit 100 automatically pulls a predetermined pattern of “watermelon”, “cherry”, and “cross” into the first line of each drum in step S2230. As a condition (that is, when automatically stopped), as shown in FIG. 67 (A), the winning “red 7” bonus symbol is set to 4 for all drums with respect to the first line. After confirming the state of being drawn within the frame (that is, when it is confirmed that the bonus symbol is within 4 frames simultaneously for all drums), all the built-in LEDs of each stop button may be lit. In this case, as described above, the “red 7” bonus symbol is stopped on the active line and won regardless of the order of pressing the stop button.

  Next, when the left stop button 10a is operated in the state of FIG. 65B, the main control unit 100 displays the “red 7” symbol that is 4 frames above the “cross” on the first line. It is pulled in and stopped at the center position, and the left stop button 10a is turned off (see FIG. 65C). In addition, the “red 7” symbol, which is the same bonus symbol, is also arranged on the upper stage.

  In the state shown in FIG. 65C, the middle drum 2b and the right drum 2c are also rotated downward by two frames, respectively. When the middle stop button 10b is operated, the main control unit 100 reads The “red 7” symbol that is three frames above the “cherry” is pulled in and stopped at the center position, and the middle stop button 10b is turned off (see FIG. 66A). In addition, not only the first line but also the fourth line (see FIG. 13), the “red 7” symbol is in a double reach state.

  In the state of FIG. 66A, the right drum 2c is also rotated downward by two frames, and when the right stop button 10c is operated, the main control unit 100 starts from “BELL” on the first line. Also draw the “Red 7” symbol on the top frame, stop at the center position and win the “Red 7” bonus, turn off the right stop button 10c, and display the first part of the revolving part line that is the active line The LED is turned on or blinks (see FIG. 66B). Even if the player's operation of the right stop button 10c is slightly delayed, in the case of this double reach, the “red 7” bonus can be won by stopping at the lower stage of one frame (FIG. 66 (C )reference).

  FIG. 68 is a flowchart showing the automatic stop processing subroutine (2).

  In the game main process in step S140 of FIG. 19, the main control unit 100 executes a random number lottery as the player operates the start lever 9, and starts the symbol variation display game by rotating the drum unit 2. Then, when the rotation of all the drums reaches a predetermined speed, the LEDs built in the respective stop buttons are changed from the unlit state to the lit state, and the stop buttons (the left stop button 10a, the middle stop button 10b, and the right stop button 10c) are turned on. It is displayed that each operation is possible (see FIG. 63A).

  If the main control unit 100 calls this automatic stop processing subroutine at predetermined time intervals when none of the stop buttons has been operated after the drum has reached the predetermined speed, whether or not the bonus is being won in step S2300? If not, the process proceeds to step S2310. If not, the process is terminated (in this case, it is assumed that a “red 7” bonus has been established). Therefore, once even one of the stop buttons is operated, this subroutine is not entered.

  In step S2310, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the bonus winning has been notified (displayed or notified). If the notification has been made, the main control unit 100 proceeds to step S2320. In other words, if the predetermined symbol is stopped due to the idle rotation (automatic stop) of the drum unit 2, it is known that the bonus is won, so the problem is solved. In addition, there is a meaning (effect) that even if a bonus winning is announced, if the drum section 2 is stopped idly, even a beginner can easily arrange bonus symbols. This point is also a point of further inventive step. As a bonus winning notification method, the display effect device 11 displays the characters “BONUS” (see FIG. 69 (A)) or the premier characters Rio, Princess Sarah, etc. (see FIG. 69 (B)). At the same time, various gorgeous light effects are performed by the game state display LED unit 13.

  In step S2320, the main control unit 100 determines whether or not the elapsed time measured by the timer has reached a predetermined time. If it has reached, the process proceeds to step S2330, and if not, the process ends.

  In step S2330, the main control unit 100 displays (notifies) that all the stop buttons cannot be operated by changing all the stop buttons from the lit state to the unlit state (see FIG. 63B).

  In step S 2340, the main control unit 100 automatically pulls in the predetermined symbols “watermelon” symbol, “cherry” symbol, and “cross” symbol so as to be displayed on the first line (see FIG. 13) of each drum. (See FIG. 63C). Since the subsequent operation has been described in detail with reference to FIGS. 64 to 67, the repeated description is omitted, but this automatic stop processing subroutine (2) is also applicable.

  FIG. 70 is a schematic diagram of a main part of the front surface of the rotary type gaming machine according to the present invention.

  Compared to FIG. 1, FIG. 70A includes a max bet button 8 a having the function of the start lever 9, and the start lever 9 is deleted. FIG. 70B shows the function of the max bet button 8. The difference is that the start lever 9a is provided and the maximum bet button 8 is deleted (this can also be applied to the spinning-type game machine shown in FIG. 49). A full color LED is provided inside the max bet button 8a or around the start lever 9a, and lights up when it is operable. In addition, it lights up in red in the max bet operation state and in blue in the start operation state. In the start operation state, when the maximum number of game medals has not been inserted (that is, in a state where 1 or 2 medals are inserted and can be additionally inserted through the insertion slot), the full color LED is lit in yellow. According to the present invention, operability can be improved and the number of parts can be reduced.

  FIG. 71 is a block diagram of a control circuit system of the slot machine (game machine) according to the present invention.

  Compared with FIG. 4, the start / max bet combined sensor 110a is provided, but the start SW sensor 110 and the bet button sensor 140 are omitted. This is because the start operation is impossible when the max bet operation is possible, and the max bet operation is not possible when the start operation is possible.

  By adopting this configuration, the main control unit 100 lights up the full color LED in red in the standby state of the variable display game, and displays the max bet operation possible state. When the medal storage number display LED 4b displays the number of game medals stored (number of credits) of 3 or more (for example, 50) which is the maximum insertion prescribed number, for example, the maximum bet button 8a. Is operated, when a signal is received from the start / max bet sensor 110a, three game medals (required number of game media) are inserted, and a quantity obtained by subtracting three from the stored number (47) At the same time, the full color LED is lit in blue to indicate the start operation possible state. In this state, when the max bet button 8a is further operated, the main control unit 100 starts a variable display game and turns off the full color LED by a signal from the start / max bet combined sensor 110a. Since the same applies to the case where the start lever 9a of FIG.

  FIG. 72 is a block diagram of a control circuit system of the slot machine (game machine) according to the present invention.

  Compared with FIG. 4, a difference is that the start signal 110 b and the max bet signal 140 b are input and a switching control signal is output, while the start SW sensor 110 and the bet button sensor 140 are deleted.

  The max bet signal 140b is created by ANDing the output of the start / max bet combined sensor 110a described in FIG. 71 and the switching control signal, while the start signal 110b is NOT of the output of the start / max bet combined sensor 110a. It is created by ANDing the signal (inverted signal) and the switching control signal (see FIG. 73A). This also focuses on the point that the start operation cannot be performed when the max bet operation is possible, and the max bet operation cannot be performed when the start operation is possible. With this configuration, two signals of start and max bet are input as usual. The control software of the main control unit 100 does not need to be changed. When the max bet button 8a is operated while the switching control signal is H (High), the Max bet signal 140b is output while the Max bet button 8a is operated, while the switching control signal is L (Low). When the max bet button 8a is operated, a start signal 110b is output. Further, the MAX bet LED signal indicating the max bet operation possible state as the switching control signal of the max bet signal 140b, and the start LED signal indicating the start operation possible state as the switching control signal of the start signal 110b (in this case, a NOT circuit is not required). ), It is not necessary to change the control software at all (see FIG. 73B).

  By adopting this configuration, the main control unit 100 lights up the full-color LED in red and sets the switching control signal to H in the standby state of the variable display game, and displays the max bet operation possible state. When the medal storage number display LED 4b displays the number of game medals stored (number of credits) of 3 or more (for example, 50) which is the maximum insertion prescribed number, for example, the maximum bet button 8a. When the maximum bet signal 140b is received when three are operated, three game medals (required number of game media) are inserted, and the quantity obtained by subtracting three from the stored number (47) is displayed and switched. Is set to L, and the full color LED is lit in blue to indicate the start operation possible state. In this state, when the max bet button 8a is further operated, the main control unit 100 starts the variable display game by the start signal 110b and turns off the full color LED. Since the same applies to the case where the start lever 9a of FIG.

  FIG. 74 is a block diagram of a control circuit system of the slot machine (game machine) according to the present invention.

  Compared with FIG. 4, the start / max bet combined sensor 110a and the priority setting unit 190 are provided, but the start SW sensor 110 and the bet button sensor 140 are deleted. This priority setting unit 190 is the maximum bet button 8a (or start) in a gaming machine that can start a variable display game even when game medals (1 to 2) less than the maximum inserted number are inserted from the medal insertion unit 5. A switch for setting whether to give priority to the maximum bet or to give priority to the start by operating the lever 9a) (in other words, setting whether to give priority to the input of the required number of game media or the input from the input port) It is. The priority setting unit 190 is normally provided inside the gaming machine so that only the hall side can be set, but it may be provided outside the machine so that the player can freely operate it.

  First, when the priority setting unit 190 sets (or selects) the maximum bet priority (necessary number input priority), the main control unit 100 lights the full color LED in red in the standby state of the variable display game, and performs the maximum bet operation. Display possible status. Even if one game medal is inserted from the medal insertion unit 5 in this state, it is less than the maximum number of three insertions, so the main control unit 100 continues to light the full color LED in red and then the second one is inserted. Is also red. When the third sheet is inserted, the full color LED is lit in blue to indicate the start operation possible state. When the max bet button 8a is operated with one or two game medals being inserted and a signal is received from the start / max bet sensor 110a, the main control unit 100 inserts the insufficient game medals. Then, the quantity obtained by subtracting the shortage number from the stored number is displayed and the full color LED is lit in blue to indicate the start operation possible state.

  On the other hand, when start priority (input port priority) is set (or selected) by the priority setting unit 190, the main control unit 100 lights the full-color LED in red (first color) in the standby state of the variable display game. To display the maximum bet operation possible state. If one or two game medals are inserted from the medal insertion unit 5 in this state, the variable display game can be started although the maximum number of insertion medals is less than three, so the main control unit 100 sets the full color LED to yellow ( 3rd color). This is to give attention to the player because the winning probability is lowered. When the third sheet is inserted, the full color LED is lit in blue (second color), the winning probability is maximized, and the start operation possible state is displayed. When one or two game medals are inserted and the max bet button 8a is operated and a signal is received from the start / max bet sensor 110a, the main control unit 100 starts a variable display game. The first color to the third color are different from each other, and the same applies to the case where the start lever 9a of FIG.

  FIG. 75 is a block diagram of a control circuit system of the slot machine (game machine) according to the present invention.

  Compared to FIG. 4, a priority setting unit 190 is provided, and a start signal 110b and a max bet signal 140b are input and a switching control signal is output, while a start SW sensor 110 and a bet button sensor 140 are deleted. Is different. This priority setting unit 190 is the same as the switch described with reference to FIG.

  The max bet signal 140b is created by ANDing the output of the start / max bet combined sensor 110a described in FIG. 74 and the switching control signal, while the start signal 110b is NOT of the output of the start / max bet combined sensor 110a. It is created by taking the AND of the signal (inverted signal) and the switching control signal (see FIG. 73A and operation description). With this configuration, since two signals of start and max bet are input as usual, it is not necessary to change the control software of the main control unit 100.

  First, when the priority setting unit 190 sets (or selects) the maximum bet priority (necessary number input priority), the main control unit 100 turns on the full color LED in red and switches the switching control signal in the standby state of the variable display game. H is set, and the maximum bet operation possible state is displayed. Even if one game medal is inserted from the medal insertion unit 5 in this state, it is less than the maximum number of three insertions, so the main control unit 100 keeps the full color LED in red and keeps the switching control signal H, and then 2 Even when the first sheet is inserted, the signal remains red and H in the same manner. When the third sheet is inserted, the full color LED is turned on in blue and the start control possible state is displayed with the switching control signal set to L. When the max bet button 8a is operated with one or two game medals being inserted and a signal is received from the start / max bet sensor 110a, the main control unit 100 inserts the insufficient game medals. Then, the quantity obtained by subtracting the insufficient number from the number of stored sheets is displayed, the full color LED is turned on in blue, and the switching control signal is set to L to display the start operation possible state.

  On the other hand, when start priority (input port priority) is set (or selected) by the priority setting unit 190, the main control unit 100 turns on the full color LED in red (first color) in the standby state of the variable display game. The switching control signal is set to H, and the max bet operation possible state is displayed. If one or two game medals are inserted from the medal insertion unit 5 in this state, the variable display game can be started although the maximum number of insertion medals is less than three, so the main control unit 100 sets the full color LED to yellow ( The lighting and switching control signal is L for the third color). This is because the winning probability is lowered, so that the player is warned, but a start operation is possible. When the third sheet is inserted, the full color LED is lit in blue (second color) while the switching control signal remains L, and the winning probability is maximized to display the start operation possible state. When one or two game medals are inserted and the max bet button 8a is operated and a signal is received from the start / max bet sensor 110a, the main control unit 100 starts a variable display game. The same applies to the case where the start lever 9a shown in FIG. 70 (B) is provided.

  FIG. 76 shows a symbol combination display determination diagram and a payout table.

  When all three drums are stopped, the main control unit 100 performs a combination display determination of symbols related to winning and operation on the effective line according to the number of inserted game medals (FIGS. 76A and 76B). For example, if a specified number of 3 game medals are inserted and a cherry pattern (see FIG. 76C) is paid out to the middle drum 2b is displayed on the window 3, the middle portion is displayed. If there are 6 (1 x 6 lines: 2nd to 7th lines), if it is in the lower row, 1 game (1 sheet x 1 line: 1st line) game medals will be paid out. Even if the symbol stops at the top, the payout is 0 because the effective line does not pass.

  FIG. 77 is a conceptual diagram of the lottery table and a schematic diagram of the middle drum 2b.

  The lottery table in FIG. 77 (A) is stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, random numbers used for internal lottery (symbol lottery) of winning combinations and variable display games, and the operation order and payout of the stop button unit 10. (Ie, the symbol stop position) is defined.

  For example, in the case of the swivel type gaming machine of the present invention, the random number value is 0 to 65535 (m9), and the random number is extracted in accordance with the operation timing of the start lever 9, and the internal value is determined based on the value. When the lottery is performed, the cherry 1 and the big bonus (BB) are won at the same time in the range of the random value from 0 to m1. In this state, when the stop button unit 10 is operated in the first block position of the left stop button 10a (No. 1 to No. 7 symbol positions shown in FIG. 7) in the first stop of the player. (In other words, when the symbol stop means is stopped in a predetermined procedure for each column), the symbol symbol is stopped at the middle stage by the symbol pull-in control (see FIG. 77 (C)), and six prizes are won. In other stop operations, the cherry symbol stops at the lower stage (see FIG. 77 (D)) and a single prize is won. However, in the case of automatic stop due to a time limit due to non-operation, a losing symbol is displayed and no winning is made.

  Similarly, Cherry 2 and Big Bonus (BB) are won at the same time in the range of random numbers m1 + 1 to m2, and the second block position (No. 8 to No. 14 shown in FIG. When the operation is performed at the symbol position), the cherry symbol stops at the middle stage, and at other stop operations, it stops at the lower stage. Cherry 3 and Big Bonus (BB) are won at the same time within the range of random numbers m2 + 1 to m3, and the third block position of the left stop button 10a at the first stop (No. 15 to No. 21 symbol positions shown in FIG. 7). ), The cherry symbol stops at the middle stage, while other stop operations stop at the lower stage.

  Also, if the random number is in the range of m3 + 1 to m4 and the cherry 4 and the big bonus (BB) are won simultaneously and the middle stop button 10b is operated in the first stop, the cherry symbol stops in the middle, Stop operation stops at the bottom. In this case, regardless of the operation symbol position of the middle stop button 10b, if the first stop operation is the middle stop button 10b, the middle stop button 10b stops.

  The cherry 5 and the big bonus (BB) are simultaneously won in the range of random numbers m4 + 1 to m5, and the first block position of the right stop button 10c (No. 1 to No. 7 shown in FIG. When operated at the symbol position), the cherry symbol stops at the middle stage, while at other stop operations, it stops at the lower stage. Cherry 6 and Big Bonus (BB) are won at the same time when the random value is in the range of m5 + 1 to m6, and at the first stop, the second block position of the right stop button 10c (No. 8 to No. 14 symbol positions shown in FIG. 7). ), The cherry symbol stops at the middle stage, while other stop operations stop at the lower stage. Cherry 7 and Big Bonus (BB) are won at the same time when the random value is in the range of m6 + 1 to m7, and at the first stop, the third block position of the right stop button 10c (the symbol positions No. 15 to No. 21 shown in FIG. 7). ), The cherry symbol stops at the middle stage, while other stop operations stop at the lower stage.

  Red 7 and Big Bonus (BB) are won in the range of random numbers from m7 + 1 to m8. For example, “Red 7” and “Red” on the effective line such as the first line (lower row) and the second line (lower right). When the “red 7” and “red 7” symbols are displayed, 6 winnings are won, and the AT (assist time) is activated by the sub-control unit 160, and the pushing order and the pushing position after the next variable display game (that is, the drum) The operation predetermined procedure of the stop button unit 10 for each column is notified. As a result, the player can obtain a larger amount of game medals than usual.

  When the replay and big bonus (BB) are won in the range of m8 + 1 to m9, and the replay symbol is displayed on the active line by full pull-in control, the next variable display game is performed without inserting a game medal. be able to. Since replays are given top priority, there is no need to win big bonus (BB) at the same time only for replay, but there is no losing, and the point of winning BB at the same time (with random values) is an inventive step. It is also an important point to affirm.

  FIG. 78 is a flowchart showing the small role winning process subroutine.

  In the game main process in step S140 of FIG. 19, the main control unit 100 executes random number lottery in accordance with the player's operation of the start lever 9 (start signal reception timing), and rotates the drum unit 2 to perform the design. The variable display game is started and this subroutine is called.

  The main control unit 100 compares the random number lottery value with the lottery table, and when one of the small roles of Cherry 1 to Cherry 7 wins, sub-controls the command signal (notification signal) indicating the internal lottery result In step S2410, it is determined whether or not the stop button unit 10 (left stop button 10a, middle stop button 10b, and right stop button 10c) has been operated in a predetermined procedure. When the main control unit 100 is operated according to a predetermined procedure, in step S2420, the cherry pattern is stopped and displayed on the middle stage of the middle drum on the six active lines, and a plurality of winnings are awarded, for a total of six game medals. On the other hand, if the stop operation is performed in a procedure different from the predetermined procedure, the cherry symbol stop position is changed to the lower stage in step S2430, and the cherry symbols are stopped on a smaller number (one) of active lines than the predetermined number. And display one game medal. As a result, since the specified number of inserted sheets is 3, it is +3 in a predetermined procedure operation, and is -2 if different.

  Each step indicated by a broken line is control performed by the sub-control unit 160. When the sub-control unit 160 receives a notification signal indicating the internal lottery result, the sub-control unit 160 determines whether or not AT is in progress in step S2402. The AT trigger is triggered by an internal lottery at the timing when the start lever 9 is operated (start operation timing of the variable display game), and red 7 is won in the range of random numbers m7 + 1 to m8, and the command signal is sent to the main control unit 100. When the sub-control unit 160 receives the AT, the AT is started in the subsequent variable display game, and the number of continued AT games is further determined by the sub-control unit 160 by lottery. The sub-control unit 160 notifies the player of a predetermined procedure for a stop operation in order to pay out a large number of game medals when the AT is in progress, and does not notify the predetermined procedure when the AT is not in progress. The notification of the operation procedure is performed by the display effect device 11, the speaker unit 12, and the game state display LED unit 13 with characters, colors, and sounds. However, the control performed by the main control unit 100 and the sub control unit 160 may be performed by one control unit.

  FIG. 79 is a stop state transition diagram of the variation symbol displayed on the window 3.

  In the variable display game, the main control unit 100, when the random value is in the range of 0 to m1 and the cherry 1 and the big bonus (BB) are simultaneously won (see FIG. 79 (A) in which the whole cylinder is rotating) When the player first stops, the left stop button 10a is stopped at the first block position (the symbol positions No. 1 to No. 7 shown in FIG. 7) of the left swirl belt 32a (that is, the symbol stop means is predetermined). When the (procedure operation) is performed, the left cylinder is stopped, for example, at the position shown in FIG. 79 (B), and it is determined and stored for each column in accordance with a predetermined procedure (for example, an operation correct answer flag is set). Thereafter, when the player stops the middle stop button 10b at an arbitrary symbol position in the second stop, the main control unit 100 stops the cherry symbol of the middle waistband 32b in the middle stage because the operation correct answer flag is set. When the right stop button 10c is operated, all the cylinders are stopped, one is won on each of the six active lines, and a total of six game medals are paid out (see FIG. 79C). Note that the sub-control unit 160 generates an instruction such as “Aim for the left red 7 symbol” on the display effect device 11 or the speaker unit 12 during the AT, or the left turn cylinder of the gaming state display LED unit 13. The LED is lit red to notify the player of the operating procedure. In this case, even if the right stop button 10c is operated at the second stop and the middle stop button 10b is operated at the third stop, the correct answer flag is set, so that the winning is similarly performed. However, in the case of automatic stop at the time limit due to the non-operation of the middle stop button 10b, a lost symbol is displayed and no winning is made.

  FIG. 80 is a stop state transition diagram of the variation symbol displayed on the window 3.

  In the same manner as in FIG. 79, the main control unit 100 determines that the player stops the first stop with the first stop when the cherry 1 and the big bonus (BB) are simultaneously won in the range of 0 to m1 in the variable display game. When the stop operation is performed at a position other than the first block position of the left swirl belt 32a (that is, a procedure different from the predetermined procedure), the left swirl is stopped at, for example, the position shown in FIG. It is determined and stored that the stop operation is not performed in a predetermined procedure (for example, the operation correct answer flag is not set). After that, when the player stops the middle stop button 10b at an arbitrary position in the second stop, the main control unit 100 stops the cherry symbol of the middle waistband 32b in the lower stage because the operation correct flag is not raised. The operation of the right stop button 10c stops all the cylinders, wins on one active line, and pays out one game medal. In this case, even if the middle stop button 10b or the right stop button 10c is operated in the first stop, the main control unit 100 is similarly played in a small role because the stop operation is performed in a procedure different from the predetermined procedure. The stop position of a certain cherry symbol is changed, and the cherry symbols (the symbol of the winning small combination) are stopped and displayed on a number (one) of active lines smaller than a predetermined number of six to win a prize.

  FIG. 81 is a conceptual diagram of the lottery table and a schematic diagram of the middle drum 2b.

  The lottery table in FIG. 81 (A) is stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, similar to the lottery table in FIG. 77 (A), and is used for an internal lottery (symbol lottery) of the winning combination and the variable display game. , And the relationship between the operation order of the stop button unit 10 and the payout (that is, the symbol stop position). Note that the difference from the lottery table of FIG. 77 (A) is that red 7 (AT) + BB is lost and the range is changed to replay. In other words, the only difference is that the replay and the big bonus (BB) are won in the range of random values m7 + 1 to m9, so by using the explanation of the same part in FIGS. 77 (A) to 77 (D). The duplicated explanation is omitted.

  In this embodiment, the assist control lottery is independently performed by the sub-control unit 160, and the stop button unit 10 (design stop) notified from the main control unit 100 during the variable display game in which the drum unit 2 is rotating. Assist lottery is performed at the timing when the means is operated. For example, when the first stop operation notified from the main control unit 100 is the left swirl belt 32a or the right stop button 10c in a state where the drum unit 2 is all rotating, the sub control unit 160 determines the operation timing ( When the button is pressed or released, that is, when the pulse signal rises or falls), one random number value generated internally in the range of 0 to 65535 is extracted, and the random value is in the range of 0 to 326 If it is within, it will be won (AT winning probability: about 1/200). On the other hand, if the first stop operation is the middle waistband 32b, AT lottery is not performed. If the random value is within the range of 0 to 326, the winning is determined (AT winning probability: about 1/200).

  In addition, when the AT wins, the sub-control unit 160 determines the number of AT continuation games by random lottery using the internally generated random value (random lottery when the button is pressed or released in the third stop operation). . As an AT continuing game number table, for example, 20 games with a probability of 50%, 40 games with a probability of 25%, 60 games with a probability of 10%, 100 games with a probability of 5%, 2% The probability of 200 games and 300 to 1000 games (every 100 games) is distributed to 1% each (average 87 games continued). The random value range to be generated is 0 to 99, the random number value is 0 to 49, the AT continuing game number is 20 games, the random number value is 50 to 74, the AT continuing game number is 40 games, and the random number value is 75 to 84, the AT continuing game number is 60 games, random number value 85 to 89, AT continuation game number 100 game, random number value 90 to 91, AT continuation game number 200 game, random number 92 and AT continuation game number 300 game, ... AT continuation with random value 99 The number of games is 1000 games. In this way, when the last stop button part 10 is released, the player sincerely hopes to win, so it becomes very hot and feels excitement and excitement. During an AT, the number of games will increase by about 3 per game, so it is natural for the player to take into consideration that the number of AT continuation games will be long. If the number of AT continuation games won is 1000 games, This will increase the number of medals by about 3000.

  The reason why the AT lottery is not performed when the first stop operation is the middle waistband 32b is other than the ball play rate (base) when the specific operation button (medium waistband 32b) is first operated. This is to reduce the payout rate when the operation button (left turn belt 32a or right stop button 10c) is operated, while increasing the return to the player when the AT is won. The following is the calculation result for the extreme case.

  In FIG. 81, if the winning probability of Replay + BB is 1 / 7.3 (10/73), the probability of winning a small role is 63/73. As the winning ratio of small roles, Cherry 4 + BB is 4/10, and others are equally 1/10 from Cherry 1 + BB to Cherry 3 + BB and Cherry 5 + BB to Cherry 7 + BB. Assuming that the required number of throws required for starting the variable display game is 3, and the replay dividend is 3 in the calculation, the expected value is 3 when the first stop operation is always performed on the mid-turn belt 32b having the highest payout rate. X10 / 73 + (6 sheets × 4/10 + 1 sheet × 6/10) × 63/73. That is, in this case, if the middle drum band 32b is continuously pressed, three sheets are inserted and three sheets are paid out, so that neither increases nor decreases. Further, if the winning ratio of the middle push is lowered even a little, it will gradually decrease, and in any case, the player does not select the first stop operation middle push without AT lottery.

  On the other hand, if the player keeps aiming at cherry 1 (the first block position of the left stop button 10a at the first stop), the expected value is 3 sheets × 10/73 + (6 sheets × 1/10 + 1 sheet × 9 / 10) Approximately 1.7 sheets of x63 / 73. In other words, on average, it continues to decrease by 1.3 per game, and only about 38 games can be played for 1000 yen (20 medals / card), but in return, an AT lottery is performed. When the AT is won, a predetermined procedure (stop button operation procedure) is notified, so that all small roles can be won, and the expected value is about 3 × 10/73 + 6 × 63/73. The number of cards will be 5.6, and on average, it will continue to increase by 2.6 for each game. For example, if the AT winning probability of the stage setting value “4” (intermediate value) is 1/200 and the number of AT continuing games is 100 games, the calculation will not increase or decrease in the same manner as the middle press, but the increase or decrease It will be possible to make waves. Further, if the AT winning probability of the stage setting value “1” to “3” (low setting) is 1/200 or less and the number of AT continuing games is 100 games or less, the final value is maintained with a wave of increase / decrease. Medals can be collected gradually. On the other hand, if the AT winning probability of the stage setting value “5” to “6” (high setting) is 1/200 or more and the number of AT continuing games is 100 games or more, the player will be kept with a wave of increase / decrease. Can win. Then, when the AT wins again during the AT, the winning portion is added to the number of remaining AT continuing games, or the AT lottery is performed even if the first stop operation is middle pressed.

  In summary, the assist lottery is not performed when a specific operation button is first operated among a plurality of operation buttons provided in the symbol stop means. The payout rate when the other operation button is operated is lower than the payout rate when the specific operation button is operated first. When winning in the assist lottery, the number of continuations of the variable display game for assisting is selected. If the assist lottery is further won while the AT is won, the winning amount is added to the remaining number of continuations. When the assist lottery is further performed in a state where the AT is won, the assist lottery is also performed when the specific operation button is first operated. The AT winning probability and the number of AT continuing games are changed according to the step set value.

  FIG. 82 is a conceptual diagram of the lottery table and a schematic diagram of the middle drum 2b.

  The lottery table in FIG. 82 (A) is stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in the same way as the lottery table in FIG. 81 (A), and is used for the internal lottery (design lottery) of the winning combination and the variable display game. , And the relationship between the operation sequence of the stop button unit 10 and the payout. Note that the only difference from the lottery table of FIG. 81 (A) is that the cherry 4 + BB indicated by the dotted line is not won, and as a result, the first stop operation is always in the middle press (intermediate stop button 10b). The cherry symbol stops at the lower stage, meaning that the payout is 1 (see FIG. 82D).

  In this case, contrary to FIG. 81 (A), the AT lottery is performed only when the first stop operation is the middle waistband 32b. In other words, other operation buttons (medium waist belt 32b) are operated than the ball output rate (base) when a specific operation button (left turn waist belt 32a or right stop button 10c) is first operated. This is to lower the payout rate in some cases, and to increase the return to the player when the AT is won. The following is the calculation result for the extreme case.

  In FIG. 82, if the winning probability of Replay + BB is 1 / 7.3 (10/73), the probability that a small role is won is 63/73. As the winning ratio of small roles, Cherry 1 + BB to Cherry 6 + BB are equally set to 1/6. Similarly, if the player sets the specified number of inserts to 3 and the replay dividend to 3 and the player continues to aim at cherry 1 (the first block position of the left stop button 10a at the first stop), the expected value is 3 × 10 / 73 + (6 sheets × 1/6 + 1 sheet × 5/6) × 63/73, approximately 2.0 sheets. That is, on average, it continues to decrease by 1 for each game, and about 50 games can be played for 1000 yen, but AT lottery is not performed. On the other hand, when the player always performs the first stop operation on the middle waistband 32b having the lowest payout rate, the expected value is 1.27 sheets of 3 sheets × 10/73 + 1 sheets × 63/73. In other words, on average, it continues to decrease by 1.73 cards per game, and only about 29 games can be played for 1000 yen (20 medals / card), but in return, an AT lottery is performed. When the AT is won, a predetermined procedure (stop button operation procedure) is notified, so that all small roles can be won, and the expected value is about 3 × 10/73 + 6 × 63/73. The number of cards will be 5.6, and on average, it will continue to increase by 2.6 for each game. Therefore, even though the player has a low expected value, the player presses the middle at the first stop to aim for AT winning. For example, if the AT winning probability of the stage setting value “4” (intermediate value) is 1/200 and the number of AT continuing games is 99 games, the calculation will not increase or decrease in total, It becomes possible to make. Further, if the AT winning probability of the stage setting value “1” to “3” (low setting) is 1/200 or less and the number of AT continuing games is 99 games or less, the number of AT continuing games is finally increased and decreased. Medals can be collected gradually. On the other hand, if the AT winning probability of the stage setting value “5” to “6” (high setting) is 1/200 or more and the number of AT continuing games is 99 games or more, the player is kept with a wave of increase / decrease. Can win. Then, when the AT wins again during the AT, the winning portion is added to the number of remaining AT continuing games, or the AT lottery is performed even if the first stop operation is not middle pressed.

  In the case of a gaming machine that performs AT lottery at the timing when the variable display game is started and notifies that it has been won, it is determined in the previous variable display game whether or not it has been pressed in the first stop. In other words, in the case where the first stop pressing operation is performed in the current variation display game, the sub-control unit 160 performs the AT lottery at the start operation timing of the start lever 9 in the next variation display game, while the first stop is other than the middle pressing operation. There will be no AT lottery. When winning in the AT lottery, at the same time as the operation of the start lever 9, the AT winning is completely notified together with a sound effect “Dokoon”.

It is a front schematic diagram of a rotating type gaming machine. It is a side view of a rotating type game machine. It is a perspective view of a design panel. It is a block diagram of the control circuit system of a gaming machine. It is a block diagram of the control circuit system which controls a drum part. It is a block diagram of the drum unit. It is a symbol arrangement table of the drum. It is a block diagram of the drum unit. It is a block diagram of the drum unit. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship of each signal. It is a schematic diagram of a left drum. It is a schematic diagram which shows the relationship with a left drum, a window part, and symbol position data. It is a combination display determination figure of a symbol. It is a configuration block diagram of a display effect device. It is a conceptual diagram which shows the memory | storage state of an effect pattern data table. It is a conceptual diagram of a lottery table. It is a payout table showing the relationship between the combination of symbols and the number of acquired medals in a general game. It is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a spinning machine. It is a flowchart which shows the main operation | movement process procedure of a game machine. It is a flowchart which shows a selection game process subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows a continuation game number determination processing subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows the adjustment process subroutine (1). It is a flowchart which shows the adjustment process subroutine (2). It is a flowchart which shows the adjustment process subroutine (3). It is a flowchart which shows the adjustment process subroutine (4). It is a flowchart which shows the adjustment process subroutine (5). It is a flowchart which shows an effect lottery process subroutine (1). It is a flowchart which shows an effect lottery process subroutine (2). It is explanatory drawing of the symbol arrangement | positioning and collective lottery specification on a drum. It is a flowchart which shows a game media payout process subroutine (1). FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. It is a flowchart which shows a game media payout process subroutine (1). FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. It is a conceptual diagram of a lottery table (pseudo probability variation). It is a payout table (pseudo-probability) showing the relationship between the combination of symbols in the normal game (general game), the number of acquired medals and the operation name. It is a flowchart which shows the main operation | movement process sequence which implement | achieves the pseudo probability change function of a gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows the main operation | movement process sequence which implement | achieves the pseudo probability change function of a gaming machine. It is a conceptual diagram of the lottery table which enabled the battle production. It is a payout table (pseudo-probable battle effect) showing the relationship between the combination of symbols in the normal game (general game), the number of acquired medals and the operation name. It is a flowchart which shows the main operation | movement process procedure which implement | achieves the pseudo probability change (match effect) function of a gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows the main operation | movement process sequence which implement | achieves the pseudo-probability change (high-precision production) function of a gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows the main operation | movement process procedure which implement | achieves the pseudo probability change function of a gaming machine (improvement invention of FIG. 40). 47 is a flowchart showing a main operation processing procedure for realizing a pseudo-probability changing function of a gaming machine (improved invention of FIG. 46). It is a flowchart which shows the main operation | movement process procedure which implement | achieves the pseudo probability change (match effect 2) function of a gaming machine. It is a front schematic diagram of the rotary type gaming machine according to the present invention. It is a symbol arrangement | positioning table | surface of a drum (4 reels). It is a payout table showing the relationship between the combination of symbols and the number of earned medals in a general game of a complete probability machine. It is a payout table showing the relationship between the combination of symbols and the number of acquired medals in a general game of a pseudo-probability changing machine. It is a flowchart which shows the main operation | movement process sequence which implement | achieves the pseudo probability change function of a gaming machine. It is a stop state transition diagram of the change symbol displayed on the effective line of window part 3. FIG. It is a stop state transition diagram of the change symbol displayed on the effective line of window part 3. FIG. It is a stop state transition diagram of the change symbol displayed on the effective line of window part 3. FIG. It is a stop state transition diagram of the change symbol displayed on the effective line of window part 3. FIG. It is a stop state transition diagram of the change symbol displayed on the effective line of window part 3. FIG. It is a conceptual diagram of the lottery table which enabled the bonus concealment. It is a payout table (RT) showing the relationship between the combination of symbols in the normal game (general game), the number of acquired medals and the operation name. It is a flowchart which shows the main operation | movement process sequence which implement | achieves the bonus hidden RT pseudo-probability change function of a gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows an automatic stop process subroutine (1). FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. It is a flowchart which shows an automatic stop process subroutine (2). It is a schematic diagram which shows the notification state of a bonus winning. It is a front principal part schematic diagram of the rotary type game machine which concerns on this invention. 3 is a block diagram of a control circuit system of the slot machine according to the present invention. FIG. 3 is a block diagram of a control circuit system of the slot machine according to the present invention. FIG. FIG. 5 is a logic circuit diagram of a maximum bet signal / start signal creation. 3 is a block diagram of a control circuit system of the slot machine according to the present invention. FIG. 3 is a block diagram of a control circuit system of the slot machine according to the present invention. FIG. It is a combination display determination figure of a symbol, and a payout table. It is in the conceptual diagram of a lottery table, and the schematic diagram of the inside drum 2b. It is a flowchart which shows a small role winning process subroutine. FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. FIG. 7 is a stop state transition diagram of a variation symbol displayed on the window unit 3. It is in the conceptual diagram of a lottery table, and the schematic diagram of the inside drum 2b. It is in the conceptual diagram of a lottery table, and the schematic diagram of the inside drum 2b.

Explanation of symbols

1-drum type gaming machine main body 1a Case 1b Front door 2 Drum portion 2a Left drum 2b Middle drum 2c Right drum 2d1 Child side left drum 2d2 Child side right drum 2e1 Parent side left drum 2e2 Parent side right drum 3 Window portion 4 Display LED block 4a Number of inserted LEDs
4b Medal storage number display LED
4c Medal payout number display LED
4d Navigation LED
4e Error display LED
5 Medal insertion part 6 Settlement button 7 1 bet button 8 Max bet button 8a Max bet button 9 Start lever (rotating cylinder rotation starting device)
9a Start lever 10 Stop button portion 10a Left stop button 10b Middle stop button 10c Right stop button 10d Child side left stop button 10e Child side right stop button 10f Parent side left stop button 10g Parent side right stop button 11 Display rendering device 12 Speaker unit 12a Upper left speaker 12b Upper right speaker 12c Lower left speaker 12d Lower right speaker 13 Game state display LED portion 14 Door key hole 15 Sauce tray 16 Medal payout port 17 Logo panel portion 18 Medal payout device 19 Special button 20 Logo display portion 21 Transparent panel 22 Design panel 23 Decoration 24 Electric drive 25 Input SW section 26 Timekeeping section 28 Inserted medal clogging return button 100 Main control section 101 ROM
102 RAM
110 Start SW sensor 110a Start / Max bet sensor 110b Start signal 120 Stop button sensor 130 Medal detection sensor 140 Bet button sensor 140b Max bet signal 150 Stage setting unit 160 Sub control unit 161 ROM
162 RAM
170 Power supply unit 170a Setting key switch 170b Error release switch 170c Power switch 170d Key hole 180 Stop setting unit 190 Preferential installation unit

Claims (1)

Perform the internal lottery of small combination with variable display game for varying the plurality of symbol columns, and symbols corresponding to the small win that prize are stopped and displayed on the activated line in the symbol display section winning and Do Ri, winning In a gaming machine in which the total of each payout for the activated line is paid out and a single symbol small part is awarded when one specific symbol stops on the activated line of a predetermined symbol row ,
A stop button for stopping a plurality of fluctuating symbol rows for each row;
And winning combination, the stop button and the random number value used in the internal lottery, for divided block located in a plurality in the first stop operation order and other symbol rows stop button portion to the symbol rows of the plurality of variable display games A lottery table that prescribes the relationship between the operation procedure consisting of the operation timing of the part and the symbol stop position of the single symbol small part ,
In response to said steps of stopping the operation manipulation stop button unit, and a control means for controlling the stop position of symbol single symbol Small Win that put to the predetermined symbol sequence,
In the current variation display game, when a predetermined stop button is operated in the first stop, the assist time for notifying the operation procedure of the stop button portion is activated at the timing when the next variation display game is started. A sub-control unit that performs assist lottery, but does not perform assist lottery when a button other than the predetermined stop button is operated in the first stop,
In the state where the single symbol small part is won, the control means is a predetermined number which is on a predetermined number of active lines when the stop button part is first stopped by the operation procedure selected by the lottery table for each column. While the symbol of the single symbol small role won at the position is stopped and displayed and a plurality of winnings are made, when the stop operation is different from the above operation procedure , the stop position of the symbol of the single symbol small role selected from the predetermined position is determined. Change and stop and display the symbol of the single symbol small role selected on the number of active lines smaller than the predetermined number, and pay out the total of each dividend for the winning active line,
When the sub-control unit wins in the assist lottery, the number of games for which the assist time is continued is determined by lottery, and during the assist time, a predetermined operation procedure for winning a plurality of winning small roles is announced, while the first stop Even if the predetermined stop button is not operated, the assist lottery is performed, and when winning again, the winning portion is added to the number of continuing games of the remaining assist time,
A gaming machine characterized by

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