JP5419229B2 - Slot machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a slot machine in which a player inserts a game medium, rotates a plurality of reels on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, stops, and determines a game result by a combination of symbols at the time of stop. The present invention relates to a slot machine capable of performing a secondary game together with a game.

  After the player inserts the game media and rotates a plurality of reels on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, the rotated reels are stopped according to the result of the winning lottery, and the combination of symbols displayed at the time of the stop A slot machine that determines a game result is widely used as one of the gaming machines. In this slot machine, in addition to normal games, there is a secondary game that accumulates points based on the result of the point lottery in a specific game state, and in the final game in a specific game state, a lottery with a probability corresponding to the accumulated points There has been proposed a slot machine that performs processing and performs a notification effect (so-called AT) according to a lottery result (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP 2010-238881 A

  In the slot machine described in Patent Document 1, a secondary game in which points are accumulated in a low-probability RT (replay time) game with a low probability of winning a re-gamer is performed, and the cumulative value of points in the final game in this low-probability RT A lottery process is performed according to. Therefore, no matter what points are earned during the low-accuracy RT, no processing is performed on the points acquired until the gaming state of the low-accuracy RT is completed. Therefore, points are acquired before the low-accuracy RT period ends. In addition, the player's interest in the sub-game itself may decrease, and the player's interest in the game may decrease.

  Therefore, the object of the present invention is to solve the above-mentioned problems and prevent a player from becoming less interested in the secondary game before the predetermined period ends when the secondary game is performed together with the normal game for a predetermined period. It is an object of the present invention to provide a slot machine that can be expected to increase and sustain the interest of players in games.

  In order to achieve the above object, as a slot machine according to the present invention, a slot machine that plays a game by inserting a game medium, wherein at least one combination or deviation is selected from a plurality of combinations by lottery processing. When a signal based on a reel stop operation of a player is received after rotating a plurality of reels displaying a plurality of symbols and a combination lottery means for performing a combination lottery decision, according to the result of the combination lottery And a reel control means for performing stop control of the rotated reel, and a winning flag is set when any of the winning combinations is determined in the winning lottery, and the reel stopping control is performed with the reel selecting control in a state where the corresponding selecting flag is set. When it is determined that a combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination determined in the winning lottery is displayed on the active line and winning, the winning process corresponding to the winning combination is performed. A winning process control means, a special game execution means for transmitting an achievement signal when a predetermined requirement is satisfied in a predetermined game period during execution of the special game, and a game when receiving the achievement signal from the special game execution means. A bonus granting means for performing a control process for granting a bonus to a person, and when the special game is satisfied before the predetermined game period ends in the special game, the special game is executed. The means transmits the achievement signal and performs control processing for setting a period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement, and the control processing satisfies the predetermined requirement of the special game that has been performed. It is considered that a period obtained by adding the remaining game period from the time point until the end of the predetermined game period and the predetermined game period can be a period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement. It is.

  A slot machine capable of performing a game in which a process from inserting a game medium and rotating and stopping a plurality of reels on which a plurality of symbols are displayed is performed once. When a signal based on a player's reel stop operation is received after rotating a plurality of reels displaying a plurality of symbols and a combination lottery means for performing a combination lottery for determining at least one combination or losing The reel control means for controlling the stop of the rotated reels according to the result of the winning lottery, and the winning flag is set when the winning lottery is determined in the winning lottery, and the corresponding selection flag is set When it is determined that the combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination determined in the winning lottery by the reel stop control is displayed on the active line and winning, the winning combination corresponding to the winning combination determined to be won is determined. A winning process control means for performing processing, a freeze performing means for implementing a freeze effect for temporarily suspending the function of the operating means of the gaming machine, and a symbol corresponding to the winning combination in the winning lottery by the reel stop operation by the player An effect control means for performing a notification effect including information useful for displaying the information, and a notification effect number determination means for determining the number of times the notification effect is performed in correspondence with the time for performing the freeze effect, It is conceivable that the freeze effect includes a first effect and a second effect having different operation patterns.

  A slot machine capable of performing a game in which a process from inserting a technical medium and rotating and stopping a plurality of reels on which a plurality of symbols are displayed is performed in a plurality of roles by lottery processing. When a signal based on a player's reel stop operation is received after rotating a plurality of reels displaying a plurality of symbols and a combination lottery means for performing a combination lottery for determining at least one combination or losing In accordance with the result of the lottery, a reel control means for controlling the stop of the rotated reel, and a flag is set when it is determined as any one of the winning lotteries, and the flag is set, When it is determined that a combination of symbols corresponding to the combination determined in the combination lottery by the reel stop control is displayed on the active line and winning, the winning process corresponding to the combination determined to be won is performed. And a special effect execution means for performing a special effect for causing the function of the winning process control means and the operation means of the gaming machine to be temporarily stopped or for rotating or stopping the reel in a different manner from the normal state, and achieving predetermined requirements. A special effect setting means for determining the number of games for which the special effect is to be executed and a final special effect pattern to be executed in the last game of the special effect execution period defined by the number of games. It is possible that

Here, the game medium is a medium inserted into the slot machine for playing a game, and for example, a coin, a medal, or a chip can be considered. Moreover, as long as this object can be achieved, the product is not limited to an article, and for example, an electromagnetically acting material such as a magnetic card can be applied. In addition, the introduction of the game medium includes a case where the player actually inserts a game medium from a game medium insertion port provided in the slot machine or the like. Using a predetermined number of credited game media is also included.
Here, as the “combination”, in general, a “winning role” for performing a “winning game” for making the game proceed in an advantageous manner for the player and a predetermined number of game media are paid out when winning. A general combination and a “re-playing combination” for “re-playing” in which a game can be re-executed without inserting a game medium are included.

  Here, “winning game” means “winning game” in which when a winning game is won by lottery and a game corresponding to the winning game stops and wins, the game proceeds in a manner advantageous to the player. It is a role that can be performed. Among the winning combinations, there is a big bonus combination (hereinafter referred to as “BB combination”), and this BB combination (sometimes referred to as “1 type BB combination”) is a BB game (one of the winning games) It may be called “1 type BB game”). This BB game can be played continuously until a predetermined winning combination with a high probability reaches a predetermined number of payouts of game media (also referred to as “end number”). It is also possible to set a plurality of BB games. For example, a plurality of BB games having different winning probabilities and setting of the number of ending games can be provided.

  In addition, a middle bonus combination (hereinafter referred to as “MB combination”) can be set as a winning combination, and this MB combination (sometimes referred to as “2 type BB combination”) is one of the winning games. It is a role to shift to MB games (sometimes referred to as “2 types of BB games”). In this MB game, a predetermined number of game media to be paid out for a game in which a winning process (sometimes referred to as “CB game”) is performed when a combination of predetermined symbols is stopped, regardless of the result of the winning lottery. This can be done continuously until (the number of finished sheets) is reached. It is possible to set a plurality of MB games, for example, it is possible to provide a plurality of MB games with different end number settings. Furthermore, a single bonus combination (hereinafter referred to as “SB combination”) can be set as a winning combination, and this SB combination is a combination that is transferred to an SB game which is one of the winning games. This SB game is a hit game in which only one game is played.

The “general combination” is a combination in which a predetermined number of game media are paid out when a general combination is won by lottery and a symbol corresponding to the general combination is won.
In addition, the “re-game” is a “re-game” that can be re-executed without throwing in game media when the re-game player is selected by lottery and the symbol corresponding to the re-game player stops and wins a prize. "(Also called" replay "). In addition, when a re-gamer wins and wins, a re-game can be performed with the same number of bets as the number of bets in the game before winning the re-gamer (the number of inserted game media), or different bet numbers. You can also play again. In addition, as the specified number of game media that can be inserted in one game, an arbitrary number can be used, and a plurality of types of re-games can be set.
In addition, if the winning probability of the re-game player in the re-game selection high state is a value slightly higher than that of the normal game, an arbitrary probability can be set.

In the “lottery” for determining one combination, for example, it is desirable to generate a random number and determine one winning combination based on the value. Regarding the generation of random numbers, it is conceivable to use a random number generator or to generate them on software using a computer or the like.
The “reel on which the symbol is displayed” includes a reel that is physically rotated and stopped by a motor or the like, and a reel on the image that is displayed on the display device and is rotated and stopped on the image. It is. The “reel control means” performs stop control of the rotating reels when receiving a stop signal transmitted based on the player's stop operation. In this case, it is possible to set the rotation of all the reels to be stopped by one stop operation, or to set only the reels that have been operated to stop based on the operation corresponding to each reel. Is possible.

“The combination of the corresponding symbols is displayed on the active line” means that, for example, the symbol determined corresponding to the combination for each reel stops on the predetermined effective line, and the predetermined symbol is It means to be aligned. In this case, a case where a symbol to be stopped is defined for all reels is included, and a case where a symbol to be stopped for some reels is also included. The symbols to be stopped can be set to the same symbol for all reels, or different symbols can be set for each reel.
Conversely, “corresponding symbol combination is not displayed on the active line” means that the requirement for corresponding to the above “corresponding symbol combination is displayed on the active line” is not satisfied. To do. Therefore, for example, even if the symbols to be stopped on some of the required reels do not stop on a predetermined effective line, they are “not displayed”. Of course, even when the symbols that should be stopped on all the required reels do not stop on a predetermined effective line, they are “not displayed”.

The “special game” is one of sub-games different from a normal game in which a game medium is inserted and a reel is rotated to stop, and includes, for example, a sub-game for obtaining a predetermined point as described later. Also included are sub-games based on the result of the role lottery and displayed symbols, sub-games using images displayed on the display device, and sub-games using operation means dedicated to sub-games.
As the “predetermined game period”, an arbitrary number of games can be set. Moreover, it can also be made to respond | correspond with the predetermined | prescribed game period in a game.
“Predetermined requirements” include, for example, that the earned points have reached a predetermined value, that a predetermined role has been won (including a case where a plurality of winnings have been won), and that a predetermined symbol is displayed ( It is also possible to illustrate that a result indicating success or victory in a secondary game using an image or an operation means is included, but it is not limited to this.

“Predetermined benefits” include an effect including information useful for displaying a symbol corresponding to a winning combination in a winning lottery by a reel stop operation, or that a player cannot normally experience Examples of performing the performance, giving the player a service using the Internet, and changing the gaming state are not limited thereto.
In addition, the “control process for granting a predetermined privilege” includes a case where a privilege is always granted, and a case where a privilege is granted when winning in a lottery process or the like.

In the present embodiment, since the achievement signal is transmitted when the predetermined requirement is satisfied before the predetermined game period ends in the special game, the privilege granting unit thereby gives the player a predetermined privilege. Perform control processing. That is, without waiting for the end of the predetermined game period, the player can get an opportunity to be given the predetermined privilege. A period obtained by adding the remaining game period and the predetermined game period from when the predetermined requirement for the game is satisfied until the predetermined game period ends can be set as a period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement. That is, without waiting for the end of the predetermined game period, the player can start the next special game for satisfying the predetermined requirement, and further, the predetermined requirement as the period for satisfying the predetermined requirement. Since the remaining game period and the predetermined game period can be used from the time when the predetermined game period ends to the end of the predetermined game period, the remaining game period can be used effectively and satisfy the predetermined requirements Therefore, the possibility of satisfying the predetermined requirement is increased.
Therefore, it can be expected that the player's interest in the special game is increased, and the player's interest in the game is increased.

  In this embodiment, a period obtained by adding the remaining game period and the predetermined game period may always be used as the period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement, and the result of the lottery process or other conditions may be used. It can also be determined according to For example, depending on the result of the lottery process, a predetermined game period may not be added to the remaining game period, or a period less than the predetermined game period may be added to the remaining game period.

  Further, as the slot machine according to the present invention, the special game acquires points, and the predetermined requirement is that the acquired points reach a predetermined value, and the point reaches the predetermined value. When the predetermined game period ends before reaching, the special game execution means determines the following predetermined requirement based on a comparison of the acquired points and the predetermined value when the predetermined game period ends. It is conceivable to set a period for satisfying the condition.

  Here, “based on the comparison of the earned points when the predetermined game period is reached and the predetermined value” means, for example, the ratio between the earned points and the predetermined value as a period for satisfying the following predetermined requirements. The lottery process is performed with the corresponding winning probability, and the value selected in the lottery process (including the case of 0) can be used as a period for satisfying the following predetermined requirement, or the acquired points and the predetermined value A value determined by performing an operation using and can be used as a period for satisfying the following predetermined requirements, but is not limited thereto.

  In this embodiment, even if the predetermined game period ends before the points reach the predetermined value, the period for satisfying the predetermined requirements can be determined by reflecting the points acquired so far. Therefore, it can be expected that the points acquired so far can be used effectively without wasting, and the player's interest in the special game is increased, and the player's interest in the game is increased.

  As the slot machine according to the present invention, it further includes an effect control means for performing a notification effect including information useful for displaying a symbol corresponding to the winning combination in the winning combination lottery by a reel stop operation by the player, It is conceivable that the predetermined privilege is related to implementation of the notification effect.

  In this embodiment, since the player is related to the execution of the notification effect including information useful for displaying the symbol corresponding to the winning combination in the role lottery by the reel stop operation, the player's special game and notification notification It can be expected that the interest in the game will be increased and the player's interest in the game will be increased.

As a slot machine according to the present invention, the game state further includes a normal game, a re-game role selection high state in which the winning probability of the general game in the role lottery is higher than the normal game, and a winning combination is won. And a winning game in which the winning probability of the general combination in the combination lottery is higher than that of the normal game, and the special game is performed in the re-game combination selection high state and the winning game, When the player moves to the normal game from the re-game player selected high state or the winning game, it is conceivable to erase the acquired points.
In this embodiment, the special game is executed in the re-gamer selection high state and the winning game, and when the game state shifts from the re-gamer selection high state or the win game to the normal game, the acquired points are deleted. Therefore, the player makes an effort to prevent the game state from shifting to the normal game from the re-gamer selection high state or the winning game, or the earned point reaches a predetermined value before the game is shifted to the normal game. Thus, it can be expected that the player will be provided with a game of fun and increase the player's interest in special games and games.

  As the slot machine according to the present invention, the notification effect is further implemented when the points can be obtained when a symbol corresponding to the special game target combination won by the combination lottery is displayed by a reel stop operation. It is conceivable that the possibility of acquiring the points in the game that is not played is higher than the possibility of acquiring the points in the game that performs the notification effect.

In this embodiment, when a special game target role is won in the role lottery, if a notification effect is being implemented, the player can easily make a special special by a reel stop operation based on information obtained from the notification effect. A symbol corresponding to the game target combination can be displayed. Therefore, in this embodiment, in order to balance the ease of displaying the symbol and the earned points, the possibility of acquiring points in a game that does not perform the notification effect is more likely than the possibility of acquiring points in the game that performs the notification effect. Is also high.
By doing so, it is possible to give a game fun to the player, and it can be expected that the player's interest in the special game and the game is increased.

  As a slot machine according to the present invention, in the case where the points can be obtained when a predetermined combination is won in the combination lottery, the winning probability in the combination lottery of the predetermined combination depends on the gaming state. It can be different.

  In this embodiment, when points can be earned when a predetermined role is won in the role lottery, the winning probability in the role lottery of the predetermined role varies depending on the gaming state, so the progress of the game changes Can be added to the game, and it can be expected to increase the interest of the player in special games and games.

  As the slot machine according to the present invention, it is further conceivable to perform an effect of notifying the player of the matters to be performed by the player related to the predetermined requirement by the effect control means.

  In this embodiment, since the player performs an effect of notifying the player of the matter to be performed by the player related to the predetermined requirement, the player executes the event to be performed instructed by the effect, and as a result, the predetermined When the above requirement is achieved, an opportunity to obtain a predetermined privilege can be obtained, so that the player can be given more joy. Therefore, it can be expected that the player's interest in special games and games is increased.

  As the slot machine according to the present invention, the gaming state and the notification when the winning combination corresponding to the winning game being executed is won when the predetermined requirement is satisfied while the winning game is being executed. It is conceivable that the privilege to be given varies depending on whether or not the performance is performed.

  In this embodiment, when a predetermined requirement is satisfied during a winning game, a privilege that is given depending on the gaming state when a winning combination corresponding to the winning game being executed is won or whether a notification effect is performed Therefore, it is possible to give the player a game-like fun and to increase the interest of the player in the special game and the game.

  According to the above-described invention, when a predetermined requirement is satisfied before the predetermined game period ends in the special game, the player is given a predetermined privilege without waiting for the predetermined game period to end. Can get the opportunity. Further, the player can start the next special game without waiting for the end of the predetermined game period, and the remaining game period and the predetermined game after the predetermined game period ends after the predetermined requirement is satisfied. Since the period including the period can be used as a period for satisfying the following predetermined requirement, the remaining game period can be used effectively, and the period for satisfying the predetermined requirement is extended. Therefore, the possibility of satisfying the predetermined requirement is increased. Therefore, it can be expected that the player's interest in the special game is increased, and the player's interest in the game is increased.

It is a front view showing the appearance of the slot machine according to the present invention. FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing a main control circuit for controlling the slot machine according to the present invention. FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing a sub control circuit for controlling the slot machine according to the present invention. FIG. 4 is a functional block diagram showing functions of controlling the slot machine according to the present invention. 3 is a flowchart showing a main routine for controlling the progress of a game executed in the main control circuit 100. It is a flowchart which shows the part lottery process subroutine which shows the part lottery process and the flag-on process implemented subsequently, and is a flowchart which mainly shows a part lottery process. It is a flowchart which shows the part lottery process subroutine which shows the part lottery process and the flag-on process implemented subsequently, and is a flowchart which mainly shows a flag-on process. It is a flowchart which shows the point game implementation subroutine which is a part of control process of a part lottery process subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows the game time determination subroutine at the time of achievement which is a part of control process of a point game execution subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows the achievement process subroutine at the time of BB game which is a part of control process of a point game execution subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows the non-achieving game period determination subroutine which is a part of control processing of the point game execution subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows the reel fluctuation | variation and stop subroutine which perform control for rotation and a stop of a reel. It is a flowchart which shows the point game start determination subroutine which is a part of control processing of a reel fluctuation | variation and stop subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows other embodiment of a reel fluctuation | variation and a stop subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows the point game implementation subroutine which is a part of control processing of the reel fluctuation | variation and stop subroutine of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing of a winning determination and a flag-off process subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows the BB game process subroutine which is a part of control process of a winning determination and flag-off process subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows a winning combination determination processing subroutine which is a part of the control processing of the winning determination, flag off processing subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows the winning prize winning subroutine which is a part of the control processing of the winning prize winning subroutine. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine at the time of a re-game winning combination which is a part of control process of the process subroutine at the time of winning combination. It is a flowchart which shows the disadvantageous symbol determination subroutine which is a part of control process of the process subroutine at the time of a winning combination. It is a flowchart which shows the mission effect start control subroutine implemented with a sub-control circuit. It is a flowchart which shows the mission effect end control subroutine implemented with a sub-control circuit. It is a flowchart which shows the mission effect execution control subroutine implemented with a subcontrol circuit. It is a flowchart which shows the alerting | reporting image display frequency addition subroutine implemented with a subcontrol circuit. It is a flowchart which shows other embodiment of the alerting | reporting image display frequency addition subroutine implemented with a subcontrol circuit. It is a flowchart which shows the alerting | reporting image display subroutine implemented with a subcontrol circuit. It is a schematic diagram which shows the flow of a game state. It is a flowchart which shows the point game start determination subroutine which is other embodiment of the control processing at the time of a point game start. It is a flowchart which shows the game period determination subroutine at the time of achievement which is other embodiment of the control processing at the time of achieving a point game. It is a flowchart which shows the game period determination subroutine at the time of achievement which is other embodiment of the control processing at the time of achieving a point game. It is a flowchart which shows the notification image display frequency addition subroutine which is other embodiment of the notification image display frequency addition processing. It is a flowchart which shows the game period determination subroutine at the time of achievement which is other embodiment of the control processing at the time of achieving a point game. It is a flowchart which shows the reel fluctuation | variation and stop subroutine which are other embodiment of the control processing at the time of achieving a point game. It is the time chart which showed the timing which transmits the signal from the main control circuit to the sub control circuit and the external device. It is a figure which shows the Example of the general lottery table at the time of BB action | operation. It is a figure which shows the Example of the general lottery table at the time of RT1 action | operation. It is a figure which shows the Example of the general lottery table at the time of RT2 action | operation. It is a figure which shows the Example of the general lottery table at the time of RT3 action | operation. It is a figure which shows the Example of a normal (non-RT * non-BB) game general lottery table. It is a figure which shows the Example of reel symbol arrangement | positioning. It is a figure which shows the reel stop mode according to the combination of the general combination 3A-3E won by the combination lottery. It is a figure which shows the Example of a point acquisition lottery table. It is a figure which shows Example 1 of a game period determination lottery table. It is a figure which shows Example 2 of a game period determination lottery table. It is a figure which shows a low probability point acquisition lottery table. It is a figure which shows a high probability point acquisition lottery table. It is a figure which shows the Example of AT lottery table.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.
An appearance of the slot machine 10 according to the present embodiment is shown in FIG.
FIG. 1 is a front view showing an appearance of the slot machine according to the present embodiment. In the figure, a front panel 20 is provided on the front surface of the housing of the slot machine 10. Three display windows 22 </ b> L, 22 </ b> C, and 22 </ b> R that are vertically long in the vertical direction are formed substantially at the center of the front panel 20.

Inside the casing of the slot machine 10, three reels 40L, 40C, and 40R are rotatably provided. Each of the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R has a ring shape, and a reel tape on which a pattern is printed is attached to the outer peripheral surface thereof. On this reel tape, for example, 21 symbols are drawn at equal intervals. The arrangement of these symbols differs for each of the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R. The specific symbol arrangement of each reel will be described in detail later with reference to FIG.
Each of the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R is visible through the display windows 22L, 22C, and 22R described above. When the reel is stopped, three consecutive symbols of one reel can be visually recognized in one display window. For this reason, a total of nine symbols can be visually recognized from all three display windows 22L, 22C, and 22R.
As will be described later, each of the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R is rotationally driven by a motor (not shown), and is drawn on the outer peripheral surface of each of the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R in each display window 22L, 22C, and 22R. The symbol moves from top to bottom.

Five winning lines are defined in front of these three display windows 22L, 22C and 22R. These five winning lines are composed of three horizontal winning lines (center L1, upper and lower L2A, L2B) and two diagonal winning lines (diagonally downward L3A, obliquely upward L3B). . At the left end of these pay lines L1, L2A, L2B, L3A, and L3B, effective line display units (bet number display means) 24a to 24e are provided. These valid line display units 24a to 24e display a winning line (hereinafter referred to as a valid line) that has become valid according to the number of gaming media (in this embodiment, medals are used) for which betting has been made. To do. In the present embodiment, the number of gaming media (the number of bets) to be betted is set to “3”, “2”, “1”, “2” in order from the top in each active line display unit 24a to 24e. ”,“ 3 ”, and the role of displaying the number of bets as well as the winning line.
In the embodiment shown in FIG. 42, the lower horizontal pay line L2B is not set.

A substantially horizontal operation panel unit 30 is provided below the front panel 20 described above. On the left side of the operation panel 30, a 1-bet switch 32, a 2-bet switch 34, and a 3-bet switch 36 are disposed. In addition, a game medium insertion port 38 into which a game medium can be inserted is provided on the right side of the operation panel unit 30.
When a game medium is inserted from the game medium insertion port 38, a game medium counter (not shown) counts the number of game media. When a predetermined number or more of game media are inserted from the game medium insertion port 38, the specified number or more of the number of credits is stored in the RAM 110, which will be described later, and the credit number is displayed on the credit number display unit 53. It has become.
The 1-bet switch 32 is a switch for setting a game bet on only one of the credits. The 2-bet switch 34 is a switch for targeting only two of the credits for game betting. The 3-bet switch 36 is a switch for making three medals out of the number of credits a game bet.

  Further, an image display device 70 composed of a liquid crystal display panel is provided above the casing of the slot machine 10. The image display device 70 is not limited to the above-described liquid crystal display panel, and any other display device can be used as long as the player can visually recognize image information and text information during the game.

A start switch (start lever) 50 is tiltably provided on the left side of the front surface of the operation panel unit 30, and three reel stop switches 52L, 52C, and 52R are provided in the center of the front surface of the operation panel unit 30. Is provided. The reel stop switch 52L corresponds to the left reel 40L, the reel stop switch 52C corresponds to the middle reel 40C, and the reel stop switch 52R corresponds to the right reel 40R.
When the player tilts the start switch 50, the three reels 40L, 40C, and 40R described above start to rotate all at once. When the rotation speeds of the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R reach a constant speed, the player's operation of the reel stop switches 52L, 52C, and 52R becomes effective.
When the player pushes the reel stop switch 52L, the left reel 40L stops. When the reel stop switch 52C is pushed, the middle reel 40C stops. When the reel stop switch 52R is pushed, the right reel 40R stops.
When each reel 40L, 40C or 40R is stopped, stop control is performed so that the symbols drawn on the outer peripheral surfaces of the reels 40L, 40C or 40R stop at the positions of the three vertical frames visible in the display windows 22L, C and R described above. ing.

On the lower right side of the casing of the slot machine 10 is a sound output from a speaker (not shown) housed in the casing (corresponding to a speaker 64 shown in FIG. 4 described later) to the outside of the casing. A sound transmission hole 60 is provided. A game medium payout port 62 is provided at a central portion below the casing of the slot machine 10. When each reel 40L, 40C or 40R is stopped and the combination of symbols stopped and displayed on the active line is a predetermined combination, that is, a combination of symbols constituting a combination, according to this combination A predetermined number of game media are paid out from the game media payout port 62, or a hit game or re-game as shown below is performed to give a predetermined privilege to the player.
As described above, the game in the slot machine 10 is such that a game result is determined by a combination of symbols of the plurality of reels 40L, 40C, or 40R stopped. This game is performed every time the player tilts the start switch 50, and the process from the start of rotation to the stop of rotation of the reels 40L, 40C, or 40R can be repeated as one unit of game. .

  Examples of the types of combinations described above include types such as winning combinations, general combinations, and re-playing combinations. The winning combination is a combination in which when a winning combination is won by lottery and when a winning combination is awarded according to the winning combination, a winning game that allows the player to advance the game advantageously can be performed. Further, the general combination is a combination of paying out a predetermined number of game media when a general combination is won by lottery and a symbol corresponding to the general combination is won. It should be noted that the general combination includes a so-called single combination in which the payout number of game media is one. In addition, when a re-gamer wins a re-game player by lottery and wins all the symbols according to the re-game player, a re-game (also referred to as replay) is performed without newly inserting a game medium. It is a role that can.

  In addition, for example, when a predetermined symbol is displayed by the reel stop operation, the RT operation state (regame selection high state) in which the probability that the regame player is won by the combination lottery means is set to a higher value than the normal game is set. It is also possible to give the player a privilege to carry out. As this predetermined symbol, not only the symbol constituting the above-mentioned role but also the symbol (so-called spilled eye) displayed when the symbol corresponding to the winning role cannot be stopped. It may be one of the symbols displayed in the case of a shift in the role lottery.

The winning combination includes a big bonus combination (hereinafter referred to as a BB combination). The BB role is a role that shifts to a BB game that is one of the winning games. This BB game is a game in which a predetermined role wins with a high probability until a predetermined number of payouts of game media is reached. It can be done continuously. It is also possible to set a plurality of BB games. For example, a plurality of BB games having different winning probabilities and setting of the number of ending games can be provided.
Further, as a winning combination, a middle bonus combination (hereinafter referred to as MB combination) or a single bonus (hereinafter referred to as SB combination) can be set. The MB combination (sometimes referred to as “two-type BB combination”) is a combination to be transferred to an MB game (which may be referred to as “two-type BB combination”), which is one of the winning games. Regardless of the result of the winning lottery, a game in which a winning process (sometimes referred to as a CB game) is performed when a combination of predetermined symbols is stopped until a predetermined number of game media payouts is reached. Can be done. The SB combination is a combination to shift to SB game which is one of the winning games, and this SB game is a winning game in which only one game is performed.

<Description of control means>
Control means for controlling the slot machine 10 includes a main control circuit 100 and a sub-control circuit 200. Here, a block diagram of the main control circuit 100 is shown in FIG. 2, and a block diagram of the sub control circuit 200 electrically connected thereto is shown in FIG.
The start switch 50 described above is connected to the interface circuit 102 of the main control circuit 100, and the interface circuit 102 is connected to the input / output bus 104. The reel rotation start signal issued from the start switch 50 is converted into a desired signal by the interface circuit 102 and then supplied to the input / output bus 104. The input / output bus 104 is configured to input / output data signals or address signals to / from a central processing circuit (hereinafter referred to as CPU) 106. The reel rotation start signal described above constitutes one of “operation signals”.

The interface circuit 102 is also connected to reel stop switches 52L, 52C and 52R, a 1-bet switch 32, a 2-bet switch 34, and a maximum bet switch 36. Signals generated from these buttons and switches are also supplied to the interface circuit 102, converted into desired signals, and then supplied to the input / output bus 104. A signal issued from the reel stop switch 52L, 52C or 52R described above also constitutes an operation signal.
A ROM (read only memory) 108 and a RAM (random access memory) 110 are also connected to the input / output bus 104 described above. The ROM 108 stores a control program for controlling the entire flow of the slot machine and initial data for executing the control program. The RAM 110 can temporarily store flags and variable values used in the control program described above.

A random number generator 112 for generating random numbers is also connected to the input / output bus 104. The random number generator 112 generates a random number included in a certain range of numerical values, for example, 0 to 65535 (2 to the 16th power). Note that a random number may be generated by the arithmetic processing of the CPU 106.
A motor drive circuit 114 is connected to the input / output bus 104. The motor driving circuit 114 is connected to stepping motors 80L, 80C, and 80R that rotationally drive each of the three reels 40L, 40C, and 40R. Each of the stepping motors 80L, 80C and 80R is provided inside the three reels 40L, 40C and 40R, and the rotation shafts of the stepping motors 80L, 80C and 80R are the rotation centers of the reels 40L, 40C and 40R. It is attached to stepping motors 80L, 80C and 80R.

A drive control command issued from the CPU 106 is converted into a drive signal by the motor drive circuit 114, and the drive signal is supplied to the stepping motors 80L, 80C, and 80R. The drive control command includes a rotation speed command, and performs rotation control and stop control of the stepping motors 80L, 80C, and 80R, and also performs rotation speed control.
As described above, the CPU 106 controls the stepping motors 80L, 80C, and 80R, thereby performing the rotation control and stop control of the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R, and the rotation speed.

  Each of the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R is provided with a rotation angle position sensor (not shown) for detecting the rotation angle position of each reel. The rotation angle position sensor is a reel rotation angle position detection circuit 116. It is connected to the. When a signal indicating the rotation angle position of each of the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R is generated from the rotation angle position sensor, the signal is supplied to the reel rotation angle position detection circuit 116, converted into a predetermined signal, and then input / output bus 104. To be supplied. The CPU 106 calculates a symbol number from the supplied rotation angle position, and identifies a symbol displayed in each of the display windows 22L, 22C, and 22R.

Further, a connection line 118 is also connected to the interface circuit 102. The main control circuit 100 is electrically connected to a sub control circuit 200 described later by the connection line 118. A block diagram showing the sub control circuit 200 is shown in FIG.
The connection line 118 described above is connected to the interface circuit 202 of the sub-control circuit 200, and the interface circuit 202 is connected to the input / output bus 204. A signal transmitted from the main control circuit 100 to the sub control circuit 200 is converted into a desired signal by the interface circuit 202 and then supplied to the input / output bus 204. The input / output bus 204 is configured to input / output data signals or address signals to / from a central processing circuit (hereinafter referred to as CPU) 206.

A ROM (Read Only Memory) 208 and a RAM (Random Access Memory) 210 are also connected to the input / output bus 204 described above. The ROM 208 stores a control program for controlling the lamp driving circuit 218, the display driving circuit 220, and the speaker driving circuit 222, which will be described later, and initial data for executing the control program. The ROM 208 also stores various image data to be displayed on the display device 70 and audio data to be emitted from the speaker 64.
A lamp drive circuit 218 for driving each display lamp 124 is also connected to the input / output bus 204. The CPU 206 issues a drive command to the lamp drive circuit 218 in accordance with the control information supplied from the main control circuit 100, and lights up the display lamp 124 in response to the drive command.

In addition, a display drive circuit 220 that drives the display device 70 is also connected to the input / output bus 204. The CPU 206 reads image data, character data, and the like stored in the ROM 208 in accordance with control information supplied from the main control circuit 100 and supplies the data to the display drive circuit 220. By doing so, various image data and character data are displayed on the display device 70 as images.
Further, a speaker drive circuit 222 for driving the speaker 64 is also connected to the input / output bus 204. The CPU 206 reads out audio data stored in the ROM 208 in accordance with control information supplied from the main control circuit 100 and supplies the data to the speaker drive circuit 222. By doing so, a predetermined sound is emitted from the speaker 64.

(Explanation of functional block diagram)
Next, a functional block diagram of control of the slot machine 10 is shown in FIG.
As a control circuit, the main control circuit 100 and the sub-control circuit 200 are electrically connected. The main control circuit 100 is electrically connected to the operating means 300, and is provided in each of the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R. The motors 80L, 80C and 80R are electrically connected. A display device 70, a display lamp 124, and a speaker 64 are electrically connected to the sub control circuit 200.
The three reel stop switches 52L, 52C and 52R constitute a stop operation means 310, and the stop operation means 310, the start switch 50, and the bet switches 32, 34 and 36 constitute an operation means 300. The operation means 300 is not limited to a switch, and any means can be applied as long as it generates an operation signal based on an operation using the player's limbs.

<Description of Main Control Circuit 100>
The main control circuit 100 includes a combination lottery means 410, a reel control means 440, a winning process control means 450, a regame control means 460, a regame selection high state control means 470, and a special game execution means 480. .
The role lottery means 410 performs a lottery of a winning combination (winning combination, general winning combination, re-playing combination, etc.) by a combination lottery process. The role lottery means 410 includes, for example, a random number generator 112 (hard random number, etc.) for the role lottery, a random number extraction means 420 that extracts a random number generated by the random number generator 112, and a random value extracted by the random number extraction means 420 And random number determination means 430 for determining the presence / absence of a winning combination and the winning combination. The control processing by the role lottery means 410 is shown in the role lottery processing subroutine (see FIGS. 6 to 11).

  The reel control means 440 controls the motors 80L, 80C, 80R by receiving the reel rotation start signal transmitted from the start switch 50, rotates the reels 40L, 40C, 40R, and the reel stop switch Based on the reel stop rising signal transmitted at the start of the operation of 52L, 52C, 52R or the reel stop falling signal transmitted at the end of the operation, control related to the reel operation for stopping the reels 40L, 40C, 40R is performed. In the stop control, a symbol combination control is performed to prevent or prevent the stop symbols from being aligned according to the winning combination. The control processing by the reel control means 440 as described above is shown in the reel fluctuation / stop subroutine (see FIGS. 12 to 15).

When the winning process control means 450 determines that a winning combination or a general combination is won in the winning lottery process, and the winning symbols relating to the stopped symbols determine that all the symbols corresponding to each winning combination have won. A control is performed to carry out a winning game that is advantageous to the player and payout of a predetermined number of game media.
When the re-game control means 460 determines that the symbols corresponding to the re-gamer have been prepared by the winning symbol determination regarding the symbol that has been won by the re-game player in the lottery process, the next game medium is not inserted. Control for playing a game is performed. The control processing by the winning process control means 450 and the replay control means 460 is a winning determination and flag off process subroutine (see FIGS. 16 to 21), which will be described later.

The re-game selection high state control means 470 is an RT operation state in which, when a predetermined start requirement is satisfied, the game mode is set such that the probability that a re-game player is won by the combination lottery means is set to a higher value than a normal game. Control processing for changing to (re-game selection high state) and releasing the RT operation state (re-game selection high state) when a predetermined release requirement is satisfied after changing to the RT operation state (re-game selection high state) To do. In the RT operation state, the winning probability of the re-gamer is not limited to the case where it is higher than that of the normal game, and may be the same as that of the normal game or lower than that of the normal game.
The special game execution means 480 executes a special game (point game) for acquiring points based on the result of the lottery, and when the value of the acquired points reaches a predetermined value, an achievement signal is sent to the sub-control circuit 200. The control process to transmit is performed.

<Description of Sub Control Circuit 200>
The sub-control circuit 200 is provided with an image control means 510, a sound control means 520, a lamp control means 530, an effect control means 540, and a notice effect number determination means (privilege grant means) 550. The image control means 510 can control the display drive circuit 220 based on the image data received from the effect control means 540 and the like to display a predetermined effect image on the display device 70. The display device 70, the display drive circuit 220, and the image control means 510 may be referred to as image display means.

  In addition, the lamp control unit 520 can control the lamp driving circuit 218 based on the lamp lighting data received from the effect control unit 540 or the like to light the predetermined display lamp 124. Further, the audio control unit 530 can control the speaker drive circuit 222 based on the audio data received from the effect control unit 540 and the like, and can emit predetermined audio from the speaker 64.

The effect control means 540 transmits a control signal including effect data to the image control means 510, the lamp control means 520, and the sound control means 530 described above, and performs control processing for implementing a predetermined effect. This predetermined effect includes a notification effect having information useful for displaying a symbol corresponding to the winning combination in the winning combination lottery by the reel stop operation.
When the notification effect number determination means (privilege grant means) 550 receives the achievement signal transmitted from the special game execution means 480 described above, the notification effect count determination means (privilege grant means) 550 performs a control process of adding the number of notification effects to be performed (that is, giving a privilege). Do.

(Description of control processing)
Hereinafter, various controls performed by the above-described control unit will be described in detail with reference to flowcharts.
FIG. 5 shows a main routine of control processing performed by the main control circuit 100. 6 to 21 show subroutines that are control processes performed in the main routine.
6 to 11 show a role lottery processing subroutine for performing a role lottery performed by the role lottery means 410 and a flag-on process performed following the role lottery. FIGS. 12 to 15 are flowcharts showing control processes for implementing reel fluctuation, stop subroutine, and freeze effect for controlling the rotation and stop of the reel by the reel control means 440. FIG. FIG. 16 shows a winning determination / flag-off process subroutine which is a control process after the symbol is stopped by the reel fluctuation / stop subroutine.

  FIG. 17 shows a BB gaming process subroutine which is a part of the control process of the winning determination / flag-off process subroutine, and FIG. 18 shows a winning selection process which is a part of the control process of the winning determination / flag-off process subroutine. Indicates a subroutine. FIG. 19 shows a winning combination winning subroutine which is a part of the control process of the winning combination processing subroutine, and FIG. 20 shows a replay winning combination subroutine which is a part of the controlling process of the winning combination processing subroutine. FIG. 21 shows a disadvantageous symbol determination subroutine which is a part of the control process of the winning combination processing subroutine.

22 to 27 show control processing executed by the sub control circuit 200 based on the signal received from the main control circuit 100, and FIGS. 22 to 24 show control processing related to the mission effect. FIG. 27 shows a control process related to notification image display.
Further, FIGS. 29 to 34 show flowcharts corresponding to other embodiments (transmitting an AT signal to an external device) at the time of starting a point game or at the time of achieving a point game.
In the control process described below, the slot machine 10 is activated in advance, and variables used in the main control circuit 100 and the sub control circuit 200 described above are initialized to predetermined values and are in steady operation. Shall.

<Description of main routine>
First, the control process of the main routine will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. In this main routine, a control process when a game is performed once, in which one step from when a player inserts a game medium until a plurality of reels displaying a plurality of symbols is rotated and stopped is performed once. Indicates.
First, it is determined whether or not the value of the parameter NRP is greater than 0 (step S10). Here, the NRP is a parameter that determines whether or not to replay, and is set so that replay is performed when it is larger than 0, and replay is not performed when it is 0 or less. Further, as shown in step S606 of FIG. 20, when a re-game player is won by a winning lottery and a symbol corresponding to the winning player stops and wins, 1 is input as the value of NRP. .

If it is determined in step S10 that the value of NRP is 0 or less (NO), it is determined that no replay is performed, and then it is determined whether or not a game medium is inserted (step S10). S12). If it is determined in this determination that a game medium has been inserted (YES), the process proceeds to step S18, and the inserted number counted by the game medium counter installed below the game medium insertion port 38 is detected as the number of bets. To do. However, when the number of game media exceeding the specified number (three in this embodiment) is inserted, the game media exceeding the specified number is stored in the RAM 110 as the number of credits.
If it is determined in step S12 that no game medium is inserted (NO), it is next determined whether or not there is a credited game medium (step S14). If it is determined in this determination that there is no credited game medium (NO), the process returns to step S12 again, and the determination processes in steps S12 and S14 are repeatedly executed.

  If it is determined in step S14 that there is a credited game medium (YES), it is next determined whether or not a bet operation signal has been received (step S16). This bet operation signal is transmitted when the player operates any one of the bet switches 32, 34 and 36. If it is determined in this determination that the bet operation signal has not been received (NO), the process returns to step S12 again, and the determination processing from step S12 to step S16 is repeatedly executed. If it is determined in step S16 that a bet signal has been received (YES), the number of bets is detected from the received bet operation signal (step S18). In either case of inserting a game medium or using a credited game medium, the detected bet number is stored in the RAM 110 as a new bet number, and when using a credited game medium, A process of subtracting the number of credits of the game medium by the number of detected bets is performed (step S20). Then, the process proceeds to a role lottery process subroutine (step S24).

  If it is determined in step S10 that the value of NRP is larger than 0 (YES) and it is determined that the player is in the replaying state, 0 is input to the value of NRP to cancel the replaying state (step S22). A re-game control process is performed in which the process from S12 to step S20 is not performed, and the process proceeds to a combination lottery process subroutine (step S24). That is, when it is determined that the game is in the re-gaming state, the game can be performed without newly inserting a game medium or consuming the credited game medium. In this embodiment, the bet number in the re-game is controlled so as to set the same bet number as the bet in the previous game. However, a bet number different from the bet number in the previous game is set. It is also possible to perform control.

In the combination lottery processing subroutine of step S24, combination lottery is performed by the combination lottery means 410, and a flag-on process for turning on the BB flag, the replay flag, and the general combination flag is performed according to the winning combination. Details of this subroutine will be described later with reference to flowcharts of FIGS. 6 to 11 including a control process for executing a point game (special game) for acquiring points.
Subsequent to the combination lottery processing subroutine (step S24), based on the result of the combination lottery, the reel variation and stop subroutine (step S26) performs control processing relating to the movement of the reels that are stopped after the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R are rotated. ) Is performed. This reel change / stop subroutine is performed by the reel control means 440. The details of this subroutine are shown in the flowcharts of FIGS. 12 to 15 including the control process for executing the point game (special game) for acquiring points. Will be described later.

Next, after the reels are stopped by the reel change and stop subroutine, a winning symbol determination is performed, and a flag-off process is performed based on the determination result, and an RT operation state (re-game selection high state) is set. A winning determination / flag-off processing subroutine (step S28) for performing RT setting processing is performed. Details of this subroutine will be described later with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS.
Then, a payout process (step S30) for paying out a predetermined number of game media corresponding to the winning game based on the winning lottery and winning symbol determination is performed. In the payout process, it is possible to actually pay out the game media from the game media payout outlet 62, or to credit a predetermined number of game media instead of paying out. One game is completed by the above control process. By repeating the control process shown in this main routine, the player can play a plurality of times.

<Description of the game state flow>
Next, an outline of the flow of the gaming state that proceeds by the control processing shown below will be described using the schematic diagram of FIG.
In this embodiment, when the general combination 3 (specifically, any combination of the general combinations 3A to 3E) is won in the combination lottery and the “disadvantaged symbol” is displayed, the gaming state is changed to the normal game or RT2 The game in the operating state is shifted to the game in the RT1 operating state. Here, the general combination 3 is composed of general combinations 3A to 3E, and there is a possibility that a combination of combinations as shown in FIG. As is clear from FIG. 42 (b), when winning the general combination 3 in the combination lottery, the combination of the combination including the general combination 3A is always selected and each of the general combinations 3A to 3E shown in FIG. When the reels are stopped in the order corresponding to the combination, the symbol bell is displayed at the center position among the three vertical positions on the middle reel. On the other hand, when the reels are not stopped in the order corresponding to each combination of the general roles 3A to 3E, the symbol bell is displayed at the upper position among the three vertical positions. That is, when the reel stop operation is not performed in the correct reel stop order, the “detrimental symbol” in which the symbol bell is displayed at the upper position among the three vertical positions on the middle reel is displayed. In the case where “unfavorable symbol” is displayed, the reels are stopped in the order corresponding to the combinations of the general roles 3A to 3E, and the game medium is compared with the case where “profit symbol” is displayed. The number of payouts has decreased.

  As shown in FIG. 28, in the normal (non-RT, non-BB) game that is neither the RT operation state nor the BB operation state, when this “disadvantaged symbol” is displayed, the game state is changed from the normal game to the RT1 operation state. The game shifts to a game (see step S626 in FIG. 21).

  In the RT1 operation state, a normal regame player and a promoted regame player who shifts to the RT2 operation state, which is a game state more advantageous for the player when winning, are set (see FIG. 37). The probability of winning one of these two re-game players in the role lottery is the same probability (probability 1 / 7.3) as in the case of normal (non-RT, non-BB) games. In a game in the RT1 operation state, if a winning re-game player is won in the role lottery and a corresponding symbol is displayed and won, the game moves from the game in the RT1 operation state to the game in the RT2 operation state (step S604 in FIG. 20). reference).

In the RT2 operating state, the winning probability of the re-gamer is higher than the normal (non-RT, non-BB) game (probability 1/2), and is a more advantageous game state for the player (see FIG. 38).
As will be described later, when a game is promoted and re-played in the RT1 operation state, when a reel stop operation is performed in the correct reel stop order, a corresponding symbol is displayed and a prize is awarded ( (See FIG. 37).
As will be described later, when a predetermined value is reached in the point game, a notification image may be displayed a predetermined number of times (so-called AT: assist time). The notification image shown may be displayed. At this time, the player can win the promoted re-gamer based on the notification image and shift the gaming state from the RT1 operating state to the more advantageous RT2 operating state.

When the “disadvantageous symbol” similar to that described above is displayed in the RT2 operating state, the state shifts to the RT1 operating state that is disadvantageous for the player (see step S626 in FIG. 21).
As will be described later, when the general combination 3 is won, if the reel stop operation is performed in the correct reel stop order, a profit symbol is displayed, and if the reel stop operation is not performed in the correct reel stop order, it is disadvantageous. A symbol is displayed (see FIG. 42). Therefore, when the notification image display (AT) indicating the correct reel stop order is performed, the player can display the profit symbol based on the notification image and maintain the advantageous RT2 operation state. On the other hand, when the notification image display (AT) is not performed, a disadvantageous symbol is displayed, and there is a possibility of falling to a disadvantageous RT1 operation state.

  Also, in a normal (non-RT, non-BB) game, a game in the RT1 operation state, or a game in the RT2 operation state, when the BB combination is won in the combination lottery and the BB flag is turned on, that is, the internal game state When it becomes, it transfers to the game of RT3 operation state corresponding to the game state in an inside (refer step S72 of FIG. 7).

  In the RT3 operating state, the winning probability of the re-gamer in the role lottery is the same (probability 1 / 7.3) as in the normal (non-RT, non-BB) game (see FIG. 39). In a game in the RT3 operating state, when the BB combination whose flag is on wins, the RT3 operating state is canceled and the BB game is entered (see steps S540 and S544 in FIG. 19).

In the BB game, the winning probability of the general role 3 in the role lottery (specifically, the probability that any of the general roles 3A to 3B wins) is very high (probability 1 / 1.15). The game proceeds in the most advantageous manner. When this BB game ends, the game returns to a normal (non-RT, non-BB) game (see steps S412 and S414 in FIG. 17).
Each control process for realizing the above-described game flow will be described below along the flow of the main subroutine.

<Role lottery processing subroutine>
Next, the role lottery processing subroutine performed in step S24 of the main routine will be described in detail with reference to the flowcharts shown in FIGS.
First, it is determined whether a start switch ON signal has been received (step S40). The start switch ON signal is a signal transmitted by the operation means 300 when the player operates the start switch 50. Based on this signal, the reel control means 440 performs control for starting the rotation of the reel. This is performed (see step S204 in FIG. 14).

If it is determined in this determination that the start switch ON signal has not been received (NO), the determination processing in step S40 is repeated. In other words, the player waits for the game to start until the player operates the start switch 50.
If it is determined in step S40 that the start switch ON signal has been received (YES), a game start signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (step S41), and the process proceeds to step S42. Here, the game start signal transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 in step S41 is used in the control processing of the mission effect execution control subroutine (see FIG. 24) and the notification image display subroutine (see FIG. 27).

  Next, in step S42, it is determined whether or not the value of the parameter NBB is greater than 0 (step S42). Here, the NBB is a parameter that determines whether or not to play the BB game, and when the BB combination is won and won, 1 is input to the value of the NBB (see step S540 in FIG. 19). If it is determined in this determination that the value of NBB is greater than 0 (YES), the BB operation general lottery table stored in the ROM 108 is read (step S44), and the process proceeds to step S56.

  Here, FIG. 36 shows an example of the BB operation lottery table. In the BB operation lottery table, the general role 1 of symbol number 1, the general role 2 of symbol number 2, the general roles 3A to 3E of symbol numbers 3 to 7, the single role of symbol number 8, and the symbol number 9 Is set to be off.

If the winning combination probability of the symbol No. 1 is 1/80 in the symbol lottery, and the symbol is displayed on the active line on the left reel, any of the symbols on the remaining two reels will be displayed. Even a symbol is set to win. In the following description, the description “on the active line” is omitted and only the symbol “displayed” is described.
The general combination 2 with the symbol number 2 is set to win when the symbol watermelon is displayed on the right, middle, and left reels when the winning probability in the combination lottery is 1/100.
In the general roles 3A to 3E with symbol numbers 3 to 7, the probability that any of the general roles 3A to 3E wins in the role lottery is 1 / 1.15, and the symbols as shown in FIG. 27 are displayed. It is set to win if you win. In other words, during the BB game, the possibility of winning any of the general roles 3A to 3E in the role lottery is very high.

One winning combination of symbol number 8 is awarded when the winning probability in the winning lottery is 1/10, and the symbol bar is displayed on the left reel, the symbol bell is displayed on the middle reel, and the symbol replay is displayed on the right reel. Is set to
The probability of the symbol number 9 being off is set to a low value of about 1/126. An example of the reel symbol arrangement is shown in FIG.

  Next, if it is determined in step S42 that the value of NBB is 0 or less (NO), it is next determined whether or not the value of parameter NRT is greater than 0 (step S46). Here, NRT indicates whether the game state is an RT operation state in which the winning probability of the re-gamer in the role lottery varies with respect to the normal game, and if there are a plurality of RT operation states, It is a parameter that determines whether or not the RT is operating. Note that “the winning probability of the re-gamer fluctuates” means that the winning probability of the re-gamer in the RT operating state fluctuates due to the transition of the game state, and only when it is set higher than the normal game. In other words, it means that the winning probability of the re-gamer in the RT operating state is set to be the same as the winning probability in the normal game or lower than the winning probability in the normal game.

  In this embodiment, the NRT is set to 0 in the initial state, and when the requirement for starting the RT operation state is satisfied, a value of 1 to 3 is input to the NRT to set the RT1 to RT3 operation state. Do. Specifically, in a normal (non-RT, non-BB) game, the “disadvantaged symbol” when the general combination 3 (specifically, any combination of the general combinations 3A to 3E) is won in the combination lottery is displayed. At this time, 1 is input to the value of NRT, and the gaming state is shifted to the RT1 operating state (see step S626 in FIG. 21). Also, in a game in the RT1 operating state, if a symbol corresponding to a promoted re-gamer is selected in the role lottery, 2 is input to the value of NRT and a transition is made to the RT2 operating state (FIG. 20). Step S604). Also, when the BB role is won in the role lottery and the internal gaming state with the BB flag turned on is entered, 3 is input to the value of NRT, and the RT3 operating state corresponding to the internal gaming state (See step S72 in FIG. 7).

If it is determined in step S46 that the value of the parameter NRT is greater than 0 (YES), then one of the RT1-RT3 operating general lottery tables corresponding to the NRT value stored in the ROM 108 is read (step S48). The process proceeds to step S50.
Here, an example of the general lottery table at RT1 operation is shown in FIG. 37, an example of the general lottery table at RT2 operation is shown in FIG. 38, and an example of the general lottery table at RT3 operation is shown in FIG.

In the RT1-3 lottery table, the set general combination, one-piece combination, and the corresponding symbols are the same. The general combination 1 (cherry) with symbol number 1 and the general combination 2A with symbol number 2 ( Watermelon), general roles 3A to 3E with symbol numbers 3 to 7, and a single role with symbol number 8 are set. In addition, the winning probabilities of these combinations are the same in the lottery table when RT1 to RT3 are operated.
In the RT1 operation state, the normal replaying role of symbol number 9 and the promoted replaying role of symbol number 10 are set, but in the RT2 and RT3 operation states, only the normal replaying role of symbol number 9 is set. Is different. Also, in the RT1 and RT2 operating states, the BB combination is set, but in the RT3 operating state corresponding to the inside, the BB combination is not set.

In the common part of the general lottery table at the time of operating RT1 to RT3, if the winning combination in the winning combination lottery is 1/80 and the symbol cherry is displayed on the left reel, the remaining 2 reels The stop symbols are set to win any symbol. The general combination 2 with the symbol number 2 is set to win when the symbol watermelon is displayed on the right, middle, and left reels when the winning probability in the combination lottery is 1/100.
In the general roles 3A to 3E with symbol numbers 3 to 7, the probability that any of the general roles 3A to 3E wins in the role lottery is 1/5, and the symbols as shown in FIGS. 37 to 39 are displayed. It is set to win if you win.

  More specifically, a combination of five types of winning combinations as shown in the right column of the table in FIG. 42B is won in the winning lottery, and is shown in the left column of the table in FIG. In this way, the reel stop order corresponding to each combination is set. As shown in FIG. 42A, when the reel stop operation is performed in the reel stop order corresponding to any combination of the general winning combinations 3A to 3E won in the winning lottery, the symbol bell is vertically When the reel stop operation is not performed in the reel stop order corresponding to the combination won in the winning lottery among the three positions, the symbol bell is located above the three vertical positions on the middle reel. The reel stop control is performed so as to be displayed at the position.

As shown in FIG. 42 (b), the general combination 3A is always included in each combination of the general combinations 3A to 3E won by the combination lottery. In the case of winning the general combination 3A in the role lottery, if a symbol bell is displayed on the middle reel, a prize is awarded when an arbitrary symbol is displayed on the left and right reels. As shown in FIGS. 37 to 39, when the general roles 3A to 3E win, there are payouts of three game media respectively.
Therefore, in the middle reel, when the symbol bell is displayed at the center position among the three vertical positions, the center horizontal effective line L1, the diagonally right-down effective line L3A, and the diagonally right-up effective line L3B are three. A symbol corresponding to the general combination 3A is displayed on the active line. Therefore, it is possible to receive payout of 3 game media × 3 lines = 9 game media.
On the other hand, when the symbol bell is displayed at the upper position of the three vertical positions (that is, when “disadvantaged symbol” is displayed), only the upper horizontal effective line L2A is assigned to the general role 3A. Since the corresponding symbol is displayed, only the payout of three game media is received.

For this reason, if the correct reel stop order corresponding to the winning combination can be notified by a notification image display (so-called AT: (assist time)), which will be described later, the player can record nine game media. Can be paid out.
Further, for example, when the reel stop operation is performed in a predetermined reel stop order (for example, the right reel is stopped first), a notification image is displayed, and the reel stop operation cannot be performed in the predetermined reel stop order. In such a case, the notification image may not be displayed as a penalty. In this case, whether or not to display the notification image is determined according to the reel stop order at a certain timing, and this causes a difference in the number of game media that can be acquired, so that the progress of the game changes and the interest of the game is enhanced. be able to.

Note that such a reel stop operation based on the reel stop order of the general combination 3 is performed in a game in an RT1 to 3 operation state and a normal (non-RT, non-BB) game. In BB games, it is also possible to perform reel stop control based on the reel stop order, and to make a difference in the number of game media acquired depending on whether or not a notification image can be displayed.
One winning combination of symbol number 8 is awarded when the winning probability in the winning lottery is 1/10, and the symbol bar is displayed on the left reel, the symbol bell is displayed on the middle reel, and the symbol replay is displayed on the right reel. Is set to

  In the RT1 operation lottery table, the probability of winning either the normal re-gamer of symbol number 9 or the promoted re-gamer of symbol numbers 10A to 10C is 1 / 7.3, as shown in FIG. In the case of the normal replay player of symbol number 9, when the symbol replay / replay / replay is displayed, when the symbol replay / replay of the symbol 10A is displayed, the symbol 10 replay / replay is displayed. Then, when the symbol replay / bell / replay is displayed, the promoted re-player of the symbol 10C is awarded when the symbol replay / replay / bell is displayed.

Here, when the promoted re-gamer of the symbol 10A is won in the role lottery, when the reel stop operation is performed in the order of the left, middle, and right reels, the corresponding symbol bell replay replay is displayed and the prize is won. However, if the re-playing role of the symbol 10B is won in the role lottery, when the reel stop operation is performed in the order of middle, left and right reels, the corresponding symbol replay / bell / replay is displayed and won. In the case of winning a winning combination in the role lottery, the symbol 10C promoted re-gamer will receive a winning symbol with the corresponding symbol replay / replay bell displayed when the reel stop operation is performed in the order of right, middle and left reels. It has become.
It should be noted that the promoted re-gamer of symbol 10A and the normal re-gamer of symbol number 9 are simultaneously elected, the promoted re-gamer of symbol 10B and the normal re-gamer of symbol number 9 are simultaneously elected, and the promoted re-game of symbol 10C A normal re-playing combination with a combination and symbol number 9 is won simultaneously.

As will be described later, when the points acquired in the point game reach a predetermined value, the notification image display (AT) for notifying the correct reel stop order may be performed, so that the player Based on the information obtained from the above, the promoted re-gamer can be awarded.
Further, as will be described later, when the promoted re-gamer wins in the game in the RT1 operation state, the player shifts to the RT2 operation state that is more advantageous for the player (see step S604 in FIG. 20).
If the reel stop operation is not performed in the correct reel stop order, the symbol replay / replay / replay corresponding to the normal re-playing winning combination is displayed. In this case, RT1 There is no transition from the operating state to the RT2 operating state, and the RT1 operating state is maintained.

  In the RT2 operating lottery table, the winning probability of the normal re-gamer with the symbol number 9 is set to 1/2, and the symbol replay is set to be awarded when the symbol replay is stopped on the right, middle and left reels. That is, the RT2 operating state is a gaming state that is more advantageous for the player than the normal game or the RT1, 3 operating state game.

In the RT3 operating lottery table, the winning probability of the normal re-gamer with symbol number 9 is set to 1 / 7.3, and it is set to win when the symbol replay stops on the right, middle and left reels. Yes. However, the winning probability of the normal re-gamer in the RT3 operating state can be set to a high value (for example, probability 1/2) as in the RT2 operating state.
Compared to the normal (non-RT / non-BB) lottery table shown below, in the RT2 operating lottery table, the (usually) re-game role winning probability is set higher, and RT1 and RT3 operating lottery In the table, the winning probabilities of re-game players are set to be the same.
In the RT1 and RT2 operating lottery table, for the BB combination with symbol number 11 (or 10), the winning probability in the combination lottery is 1/300 and the symbol red 7 is displayed on the right, middle and left reels Is set to win. In the RT1 to 3 lottery table, the probability of symbol number 12 (11 or 10) being off is about 1 / 1.86 for the RT1 lottery table, about 1 / 5.74 for the RT2 lottery table, RT3. It is set to about 1 / 1.85 in the lottery table during operation.

Returning to the description of the flowchart, in step S50, it is determined whether or not the RT1 or RT2 operating state is set (step S50). If it is determined in this determination that the RT1 or RT2 operating state is present, the RT1, 2 information signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (step S52), and the process proceeds to step S56.
The RT1, 2 information signal transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 in step S52 is used for control processing of a notification image display subroutine (see FIG. 27). That is, the notification image is displayed (so-called AT) in the RT1 or R2 operating state.
If it is determined in step S50 that neither the RT1 operating state nor the RT2 operating state is (NO), the process proceeds to step S56 as it is.

  If it is determined in step S46 that the value of NRT is 0 or less (NO), then the normal (non-RT / non-BB) game general lottery table stored in the ROM 108 is read (step S54). The process proceeds to step S56. Here, FIG. 40 shows an embodiment of a general lottery table during normal (non-RT / non-BB) games.

  The normal (non-RT / non-BB) gaming general lottery table is a lottery table used in the normal gaming state, and has the same role and disparity as the RT2 operating state general lottery table described above. Comparing the normal (non-RT / non-BB) game general lottery table and the RT2 operating state general lottery table, only the normal re-game player and the winning winning probability are different. In the RT2 operating state general lottery table, the winning probability of the normal re-gamer is set to 1/2, but in the normal (non-RT / non-BB) game general lottery table, a low value of 1 / 7.3. Is set (however, the RT1 and RT3 operating states are the same). In addition, the probability of loss depends on the winning probability of the normal re-gamer.

As described above, after the lottery table corresponding to the state of the game is read out, the lottery for acquiring the random number and performing the lottery determination is performed (step S56). Specifically, the random number generated by the random number generator 112 is extracted by the random number extracting means 420, and the random number determining means 430 compares the extracted random number with the read lottery table and determines the winning.
Subsequently to FIG. 6, the process proceeds to FIG. 7, and it is determined whether or not the BB combination is won as a result of the lottery determination (step S <b> 70). If it is determined in this determination that the BB combination has been won (YES), the BB flag is turned on (step S71). Here, the “flag” is a value (indicator) indicating a data state or a calculation state of the CPU 106. Next, 3 is input to the value of NRT to set the RT3 operating state (step S72), and the process proceeds to step S82.

If it is determined in step S70 that the BB combination is not won (NO), it is next determined whether or not the re-game combination is won (step S74). If it is determined in this determination that the re-gamer has been won by the role lottery (YES), the re-game flag is turned on and stored in the RAM 110 (step S76), and the process proceeds to step S82.
If it is determined in step S74 that the re-game combination is not won (NO), it is next determined whether or not the general combination is won (step S78). In this determination, if it is determined that the general combination is won by the combination lottery (YES), the general combination flag is turned on and stored in the RAM 110 (step S80), and the process proceeds to step S82. Note that the general combination includes a single combination.

If it is determined in step S78 that the winning combination has not been won (NO), the lottery determination result is determined to be out of order, and a predetermined control process at the time of out is performed, and the process proceeds to step S82. move on.
After performing a series of processing related to flag-on as described above, in step 82, the symbol number and control symbol data corresponding to the winning combination in the winning lottery are read from the ROM 108 and used for the reel fluctuation and stop subroutine described later. This data is stored in the RAM 110 (step S82), and the process proceeds to step S83.

In step S83, a point game execution subroutine is performed (step S83), and the process proceeds to step S84. The point game execution subroutine indicates a control process for performing a point game that is executed when the start requirement is achieved (see the point game start determination subroutine in FIG. 13), and a detailed description will be given later using the flowchart in FIG. To do.
In step S84, a combination lottery information signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (step S84), and this subroutine is terminated. The combination lottery information signal transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 in step S84 is used for the control process of the notification image display subroutine (see FIG. 27).

<< Description of point game execution subroutine >>
Next, a detailed description of the point game execution subroutine, which is the control process of step 83 of the role lottery process subroutine of FIG. 7, will be given using the flowchart of FIG. In this subroutine, a control process for performing a point game for acquiring points when a predetermined start requirement is achieved during a game in which the game state is an RT operation state or a BB game is performed. Specifically, as shown in the point game start determination subroutine of FIG. 13, in the game in the RT2 operation state, it is determined that the point game start requirement has been achieved when a specific symbol is displayed in the reel stop operation. Thus, 40 is input to the value of the counter NYUGI (see step S250 in FIG. 13).

In FIG. 8, first, it is determined whether or not the value of the parameter NRT or NBB is greater than 0, that is, whether the RT operation state or the BB game is in progress (step S100). If it is determined in this determination that both the NRT value and the NBB value are 0 or less (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is.
In the present embodiment, the point game (special game) is executed in the RT operation state or the BB game, and as described later, when the game state shifts from the RT operation state or the BB game to the normal game, the acquired points are erased. (See step S418 in FIG. 17). Thus, the player strives to prevent the gaming state from transitioning from the RT operating state or the BB game to the normal game, or trying to reach the achievement point value before the transition to the normal game. Therefore, it can be expected that the player will be provided with a game of fun and increase the player's interest in special games and games.

  If it is determined in step S100 that the value of NRT or NBB is greater than 0 (YES), that is, it is determined that the RT operation state or the BB game is in progress, then whether the value of counter NYUGI is greater than 0 or not It is determined whether or not (step S102).

  Here, NYUGI is a counter that counts the number of times a point game is performed. When the point game start requirement is achieved, a value corresponding to a predetermined game period (40 times in the present embodiment) is input as the value of NYUGI. (See step S250 in FIG. 13). Each time the game is executed, a point game is performed, and a control process for subtracting 1 from the value of NYUGI is performed each time. In this control process, by inputting 40 to the value of NYUGI, 40 point games can be performed as a predetermined game period. The player can play point games so that the total value of points to be reached reaches a predetermined value (TASSEI) by the end of the 40 game periods.

If it is determined in step S102 that the value of NYUGI is 0 or less (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is. If it is determined in step S102 that the value of NYUGI is greater than 0 (YES), then a control process for subtracting 1 from the value of the counter NYUGI is performed (step S104). It is determined whether or not the general combination 1 is won (step S106).
If it is determined in this determination that the general combination 1 is not won (NO) in the combination lottery, the process directly proceeds to step S122.

  If it is determined in step S106 that the general combination 1 is won (YES) in the combination lottery, then it is determined whether or not the first general combination 1 is won after the point game is started (step S108). In this determination, if it is determined that the first general combination 1 is won after starting the point game (YES), a mission end signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (step S110), and the process proceeds to step S112.

  In this embodiment, as will be described later, when a specific symbol is displayed in the RT2 operating state and the point game is started, a mission start signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (step S248 in FIG. 13). In the sub-control circuit 200, in the mission effect start control subroutine, setting for starting the mission effect is performed based on the mission start signal (MISSION = 1: see step S702 in FIG. 22), and the mission effect is executed by this control process. In the control subroutine, a mission effect image “Draw Cherry” is displayed for each game (see YES in step S720 of FIG. 24). When a mission end signal is played to the sub-control circuit 200 in step S110, the mission effect end control subroutine is set to end the mission effect (MISSION = 0: see step S712 in FIG. 23). The processing ends the display of the mission effect image (see NO in step S720 in FIG. 24).

As described above, in the present embodiment, once the general role 1 is won after the point game is started, it is determined that the mission has been achieved, and the display of the mission effect image is ended. It is not limited. For example, if it is a requirement for mission achievement to win the general role 1 multiple times (for example, 3 times) after the point game is started, the mission effect is played until the general role 1 is won multiple times (for example, 3 times). The image display can be continued. At this time, it is conceivable to change the contents of the mission effect image according to the remaining mission achievement requirements every time the general combination 1 is won.
If it is determined in step S108 that the first general combination 1 is not won after starting the point game (NO), the process directly proceeds to step S112.

In step S112, the point acquisition lottery table is read from the ROM 108, and a point acquisition lottery process is performed (step S112). This point acquisition lottery process can be performed by generating a random number with a random number generator in the same way as the role lottery, but is not limited to this, and it may be generated on software using a computer or the like. .
Here, FIG. 43 shows an embodiment of the point acquisition lottery table. In the point acquisition lottery table shown in FIG. 43, 4, 2, 1, 0 are set as the value of the acquired points, and each winning probability is 1/4.

Subsequent to step S112, a control process for adding the value determined in the point acquisition lottery process of step S112 to the value of POINT is performed (step S114), and the process proceeds to step S116. As the value of POINT, 0 is input as an initial value, and each time a value larger than 0 is acquired in the point acquisition lottery process in step S112, the point is accumulated.
In step S116, it is determined whether or not the accumulated POINT value is equal to or greater than the TASSEI value (step S116). Here, TASSEI is a point value (achieved point value) to be achieved in the point game, and in this embodiment, 10 is set as the value of TASSEI. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other arbitrary values can be set.

  If it is determined in step S116 that the value of POINT is equal to or greater than the value of TASSEI (YES), that is, the achievement point value has been reached, a game period determination subroutine for achievement is performed (step S118), and BB game An achievement processing subroutine is performed (step S120), and this subroutine is terminated. The achievement game period determination subroutine and the BB game achievement processing subroutine that are executed when the accumulated value of points earned in the point game is equal to or greater than TASSEI (10 points) will be described in detail later with reference to FIGS. Explained.

If it is determined in step S116 that the value of POINT is smaller than the value of TASSEI (NO), that is, it has not reached the achievement point value, it is next determined whether the value of the counter NYUGI is larger than 0 ( Step S122). If it is determined in this determination that the value of NYUGI is greater than 0 (YES), this subroutine is terminated as it is. That is, in the next game, when the RT operation state or the BB game is continued, the point game execution subroutine of FIG. 8 is performed again.
If it is determined in step S122 that the value of NYUGI is 0 or less (NO), a non-achieving game period determination subroutine is performed (step S124), and this subroutine is terminated. The unachieved game period determination subroutine to be executed when the point game execution period ends before the accumulated value of the points acquired in the point game reaches TASSEI (10 points) will be described later with reference to FIG. This will be described in detail.

<< Description of Achievement Game Period Determination Subroutine >>
Next, the achievement game period determination subroutine, which is the control processing of step 118 of the point game execution subroutine of FIG. 8, will be described in detail with reference to the flowchart of FIG. This subroutine is a control process performed when the accumulated value of points acquired in the point game reaches TASSEI (10 points) or more.
In FIG. 9, first, a control process for adding 40 to the value of the counter NYUGI is performed (step S130). Next, 0 is input to the value of POINT to perform initialization (step S132). In the present embodiment, when the cumulative value of points acquired in the point game reaches TASSEI (10 points) or more, the point value is initialized. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is also possible to continue the point value and add points acquired in the next point game.
Subsequent to step S132, an achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (step S134), and this subroutine is terminated. The achievement signal transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 in step S134 is used for the control processing of the notification image display count addition subroutine, whereby the control processing for adding the display count (AT count) of the notification image is performed (FIG. 25). 26).

As described above, in the present embodiment, in the point game (special game), the game period in which the point game is performed, that is, the period for satisfying the predetermined requirement (for example, 40 games at the start of the point game) ends. When the accumulated value of the acquired points is equal to or greater than TASSEI (10 points) and satisfies a predetermined requirement before the special game execution means 480 receives the achievement signal to the sub-control circuit 200 as shown in step S134. And a control process for setting a period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement is performed as shown in step S130. At this time, the remaining game period (from step S130) until the end of the point game period (predetermined game period) from the point in time when the achievement point value was reached in the point game that was being performed (when the predetermined requirement was satisfied) The period obtained by adding the NYUGI value on the right side of the expression shown above and the predetermined game period of the point game (40 games in the present embodiment) to the next point game period (the period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement) ).
Further, as will be described later, in the sub control circuit 200, when the achievement signal is received, a notification image including information useful for displaying a symbol corresponding to the winning combination in the winning lottery by the reel stop operation by the player is displayed. Control processing for adding the number of times of display (AT number) on the display device 70 is performed (see FIGS. 25 and 26).

  Therefore, in the present embodiment, in the point game (special game), the achievement point value is reached before the game period of the point game (predetermined game period) ends, that is, before the value of NYUGI becomes 0 (predetermined). The player has an opportunity to receive a privilege such as increasing the number of display times of the notification image without waiting for the point game period (predetermined game period) to end. be able to. Furthermore, the remaining game period from the point at which the achievement point value is reached (a predetermined requirement is satisfied) to the end of the point game period (predetermined game period), and the predetermined game period of point game (40 games) And the period in which the next point game is performed (a period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement). Therefore, the player can start the next point game (special game) without waiting for the end of the point game period (predetermined game period), and can effectively use the remaining game period. . Furthermore, since the period for performing the next point game (the period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement) is extended, the possibility of reaching the achievement point value (meeting the predetermined requirement) in the next point game increases. Therefore, it can be expected that the player's interest in the point game (special game) is increased, and the player's interest in the game is increased.

In the above-described embodiment, the point game is implemented in response to winning the general role 1 in the role lottery. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and any other role is won in the role lottery. A point game can be carried out in response to this.
For example, in the case where the general combination 3 is won, the combination of the game state is BB game and the other game state (normal game, RT operation state) is an opportunity in the lottery. The winning probability of the role is different. Similarly, in the event that a re-game player is elected, the role that triggers the role lottery in the case where the game state is the RT2 operation state and the other RT operation state or the normal game. Winning probabilities are different.

  As described above, when points can be earned when a predetermined role is won in the role lottery (point game is executed), when the winning probability in the role lottery of the predetermined role varies depending on the game state Can change the progress of the game, can give the player a game fun, and can be expected to increase the player's interest in special games and games.

<< Description of Achievement Processing Subroutine at BB Game >>
Next, a detailed description of the BB game achievement processing subroutine, which is the control process of step 120 of the point game execution subroutine of FIG. 8, will be given using the flowchart of FIG. This subroutine is a control process that is performed when the cumulative value of points acquired in the point game executed in the BB game reaches TASSEI (10 points) or more.
In FIG. 10, first, it is determined whether or not the value of NBB is larger than 0 (step S140). If it is determined in this determination that the value of NBB is 0 or less (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is.

If it is determined in step S140 that the NBB value is greater than 0 (YES), it is determined whether or not the NRT value is 1 or 2 when the BB combination corresponding to the BB game in progress is won. (Step S142). If it is determined by this determination that the BB combination corresponding to the BB game being executed wins and the NRT value is neither 1 nor 2 (NO), this subroutine is terminated.
If it is determined in step S142 that if the BB combination corresponding to the BB game being executed wins and the NRT value is 1 or 2 (YES), then the BB game being executed is When the corresponding BB combination wins, it is determined whether or not it has been within 40 games since the start signal or achievement signal was transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (step S144).

  In this determination, if the BB combination corresponding to the BB game being executed wins, and it is determined that it has been within 40 games (YES) after transmitting the start signal or the achievement signal to the sub-control circuit 200, Proceed to step S146. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S144 that the BB combination corresponding to the on-going BB game wins, it is not less than 40 games after the start signal or achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (NO). When it is determined, the process proceeds to step S148.

  As will be described later, when the sub-control circuit 200 receives the start signal or the achievement signal, the sub-control circuit 200 adds 40 times as the number of display of the notification image (see step S744 in FIG. 25), and notifies in the case of the RT1 or RT2 operating state. An image is displayed (see FIG. 27). Therefore, when the value of NRT is 1 or 2, and within 40 games after the start signal or achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200, the display of the notification image (AT) in the RT operating state is It is considered that this is a so-called ART gaming state. On the other hand, if the value of NRT is 1 or 2, but it is not within 40 games after the start signal or achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200, the RT operation state is displayed, but the notification image display (AT ) Is not being implemented.

Therefore, in step S146 where it is considered that the BB combination has won in the so-called ART gaming state, a control process for adding 20 to the value of the counter NYUGI is performed (step S146), and this subroutine is terminated.
On the other hand, in the case of step S148 that is in the AT operating state but cannot be called a so-called ART, a start signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (step S148), and this subroutine is terminated. By this control process, the sub-control circuit 200 performs a control process of adding 40 as the number of times of displaying the notification effect (AT) (see step S744 in FIG. 25). Thereby, when the BB game is finished and the state is shifted to the RT1 or RT2 operating state, display of the notification image (AT) is started.

As described above, in this embodiment, when the achievement point value is reached in the point game during the BB game (a predetermined requirement is satisfied), the BB role corresponding to the BB game being executed is during the so-called ART execution. When winning, a control process is performed to increase the number of times the point game is executed. When winning in a gaming state that is in the AT operating state but not so-called ART, the number of display times of the notification effect (AT The control process is added.
Therefore, in the present embodiment, when the achievement point value is reached in the point game in the BB game (the predetermined requirement is satisfied), the game state and notification when the winning combination corresponding to the winning game being executed is won Since the privilege to be given varies depending on whether or not an image is displayed, it is possible to give the player a game fun and to expect the player to be more interested in special games and games.

<< Description of Unachieved Game Period Determination Subroutine >>
Next, a detailed description of the unachieved game period determination subroutine, which is the control process of step 124 of the point game execution subroutine of FIG. 8, will be given using the flowchart of FIG. In this subroutine, the predetermined game period of the point game is ended (the value of NYUGI becomes 0) before the accumulated value of the points acquired in the point game reaches TASSEI (10 points) or more (satisfies the predetermined requirement). This is a control process performed in the case.

In FIG. 11, first, TASSEIDO, which is a value obtained by dividing POINT, which is the cumulative value of points acquired so far, by 10 points, which is a predetermined achievement value, is calculated (step S160). Next, the game period determination lottery table is read from the ROM 108, and a game period determination lottery process is performed (step S162). This game period determination lottery process can be performed by generating a random number with a random number generator in the same way as the role lottery, but it is not limited to this, and it may be generated on software using a computer or the like. It is done.
Here, FIG. 44 and FIG. 45 show examples of the game period determination lottery table. In the first embodiment of the game period determination lottery table shown in FIG. 44, different winning probabilities are set according to the achievement level (the value of TASSEI). When winning in the lottery process, the point value is achieved in the point game. As in the case of reaching, 40 games are added.
In Example 1 of FIG. 44, the winning probability when the achievement level (TASSEI value) is 80% or more is ½, the winning probability when it is 60% or more is 1/5, and it is 40% or more. In this case, the winning probability is 1/10, the winning probability in the case of 20% or more is 1/50, and the winning probability in the case of 0% or more is 1/100. Therefore, even if the predetermined game period of the point game ends before reaching the achievement point value, if the acquired points are close to the achievement point value, the number of games is likely to be added. It has become.

In Example 2 of FIG. 45, 40, 30, 20, 10, 0 are set as the number of games to be added, and the achievement level (TASSEI value) is 80% or more, 60% or more, 40% or more, 20 In each case of% or more and 0% or more, a winning probability as shown in the table of FIG. 45 is set. Also in the second embodiment, when the acquired points are close to the achievement point value, there is a high possibility that a larger number of games will be added. For example, when the achievement level (TASSEI value) is 80% or more, the number of games of 20 games or more is always added. On the other hand, when the achievement level (TASSEI value) is 0% or more, only the number of games of 10 games or less is added. Following step S162, the game period determination lottery process of step S162 is set. The value is input as NYUGI (step S164), 0 is input to the POINT value and initialized (step 166), and this subroutine is terminated.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, even when the predetermined game period of the point game ends (the value of NYUGI becomes 0) before the earned points in the point game reach the achievement point value, By reflecting the points you have earned so far, you can determine the period of the next point game (the period to meet the prescribed requirements), so you can use the points you have earned so far effectively without wasting It can be expected that the player's interest in the point game (special game) will increase and the player's interest in the game will increase.

  In the present embodiment, when the achievement point value is reached in the point game, a notification image including information useful for displaying a symbol corresponding to the winning combination in the winning lottery by the reel stop operation by the player as a privilege is displayed. Since an opportunity to be displayed can be obtained, it can be expected that the player's interest in the point game (special game) and the notification image is increased, and further, the player's interest in the game is increased.

  In this embodiment, a lottery process is performed with a winning probability corresponding to the acquired points and achievement point values, and the next point game period (a period for satisfying a predetermined requirement) is determined. For example, a value calculated using an arithmetic expression using acquired points and achievement point values as parameters is set as the next point game period (a period for satisfying predetermined requirements). Alternatively, any other method based on the comparison of earned points and achievement point values can be used to determine the period of the next point game (the period for meeting predetermined requirements).

<Explanation of reel fluctuation / stop subroutine>
Next, in the main routine of FIG. 5, when the above-described combination lottery processing subroutine (step S24) is completed, a reel fluctuation and stop subroutine (step S26) is then performed. The reel fluctuation / stop subroutine will be described in detail with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG.
First, the symbol number and control symbol data stored in step S82 of FIG. 7 are read (step S200). Next, it is determined whether or not a predetermined minimum game time has elapsed (step S202). If it is determined in this determination that the shortest game time has not elapsed (NO), the determination process in step S202 is repeatedly executed. That is, as described above, the rotation of the reel, which is the next process, cannot be started until the shortest game time has elapsed. By this control, the number of games played in a certain time is controlled to be within a predetermined number.

If it is determined in step S202 that the shortest game time has elapsed (YES), the start switch ON signal has already been received (see step S40 in FIG. 6), and the reel rotation start signal is driven by the motor. Transmission to the circuit 114 starts rotation of the motors 80L, 80C, 80R, and rotates the reels 40L, 40C, 40R (step S204).
Next, it is determined whether or not the reel that has started rotating is rotating at a constant speed (step S206). If it is determined in this determination that the reel has not yet rotated at a constant speed (NO), the determination process in step S206 is repeated. That is, the reel stop control, which is the next step, cannot be performed until the rotation of the reel reaches a constant speed.

If it is determined in step S206 that the reel is rotating at a constant speed (YES), it is next determined whether a reel stop signal has been received (step S208). Here, the reel stop signal is a signal transmitted by the operation means 300 when the player pushes any one of the stop switches 52L, 52C, 52R.
If it is determined in step S208 that a reel stop signal has been received (YES), the reel control means 440 performs reel symbol combination control (stop control) corresponding to the stop switch that has transmitted the reel stop signal. (Step S210).

  Here, the control processing in steps S208 and S210 will be described in more detail. When the stop switch 52L for the left reel is pushed, the reel control means 440 uses the motor 80L that rotates the left reel 40L. Stop control in step S210 is performed. Similarly, when the stop switch 52C for the middle reel is pushed, the stop control in step S210 is performed for the motor 80C that rotates the middle reel 40C, and the stop switch 52R for the right reel is pushed. In this case, the stop control in step S210 is performed for the motor 80R that rotates the right reel 40R.

  In the symbol combination control (stop control) in step S210, based on the symbol number and control symbol data read in step S200, the frame when the reel stop signal is received is the first frame, and the reel is slid up to the fifth frame. Within that range, symbol combination control (pull-in control) for stopping a predetermined symbol on the effective line, or symbol combination control (kicking control) that does not stop the symbol is performed.

In the reel symbol arrangement as shown in FIG. 41, when the general symbols 3A to 3E of symbol numbers 3 to 7 are won in the symbol lottery, any of the general symbols 3A to 3E won in the symbol lottery shown in FIG. When a reel stop operation is performed in the reel stop order corresponding to the combination of symbols, the symbol bell is displayed at the center position among the three vertical positions on the middle reel, while the reel stop corresponding to the combination selected in the winning lottery is displayed. When the reel stop operation is not performed in order, the reel stop control is performed so that the symbol bell is displayed at the upper position of the three vertical positions on the middle reel.
At this time, in the middle reel, when the symbol bell is displayed at the center position among the three vertical positions, 3 × 3 lines = 9 game media can be paid out. On the other hand, when the symbol bell is displayed at the upper position of the three vertical positions, the symbol corresponding to the general combination 3A is displayed only on the upper horizontal effective line L2A. You will only receive paid out game media.

  Also, in the role lottery, the promoted replaying role of symbol 10A and the normal replaying role of symbol number 9 are simultaneously won, the promoted replaying role of symbol 10B and the normal replaying role of symbol number 9 are simultaneously won, and symbol 10C The promoted re-game player and the regular re-game player of symbol number 9 are simultaneously elected, and when the reel stop operation is performed in the correct reel stop order shown in FIG. 37, the symbol numbers 10A to 10C are handled. When the symbols are displayed and the reel stop operation is not performed in the correct reel stop order, the symbol replay / replay / replay corresponding to the normal replaying role of symbol 9 is displayed.

As described above, after performing the reel symbol combination control (stop control) corresponding to the reel stop signal, it is determined whether or not all the reels are stopped (step S212). If it is determined in this determination that all the reels are not stopped (NO), the process returns to step S208, and the control processing from steps S208 to S212 is repeated until all the reels stop. If it is determined in step S212 that all reels have been stopped (YES), then an all reel stop signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (step S214), and the process proceeds to step S216. The all-reel stop signal transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 in step S214 is used in control processing in the mission effect execution control subroutine and the notification image display subroutine (see FIGS. 24 and 27).
In step S216, a point game start determination subroutine is performed (step S216), and this subroutine is terminated. Here, the point game start determination subroutine of step S216 will be described in detail below using the flowchart of FIG.

<< Description of Point Game Start Determination Subroutine >>
Next, a detailed description of the point game start determination subroutine, which is the control process of step 216 of the reel fluctuation / stop subroutine of FIG. 12, will be given using the flowchart of FIG. In this subroutine, when a specific symbol is displayed after all reels are stopped in a game in the RT2 operating state, a control signal for transmitting a start signal to the sub-control circuit 200 and starting a point game (special game) is executed. Do.
In FIG. 13, first, it is determined whether or not the value of NRT is 2 (step S240). If it is determined in this determination that the value of NRT is not 2, that is, the RT2 is not operating (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is. If it is determined in step S240 that the value of NRT is 2, that is, the RT2 is in an operating state (YES), it is next determined whether or not a specific symbol is displayed by the reel stop operation (step S242). ). As the specific symbol, a symbol bar / bell / replay corresponding to one symbol number 8 can be exemplified, but the specific symbol is not limited thereto.

If it is determined in step S242 that the specific symbol is not displayed (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is. If it is determined in step S242 that the specific symbol is displayed (YES), it is next determined whether or not the value of the counter NYUGI is greater than 0 (step S244).
If it is determined in this determination that the value of NYUGI is greater than 0 (YES), this subroutine is terminated as it is. That is, when a specific symbol is displayed during a point game having a value of NYUGI greater than 0, this subroutine is terminated without performing the point game start control process.
If it is determined in step S244 that the value of NYUGI is 0 or less (NO), then a start signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (step S246), and then a mission start signal is transmitted. The data is transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 (step S248), and the process proceeds to step S250.

Note that the start signal transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 in step S246 is used in the control processing of the notification image addition subroutine (see FIGS. 25 and 26), and the mission start signal transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 in step S248 is This is used in the control process of the mission effect start control subroutine (see FIG. 22).
In step S250, 40 is input as the value of NYUGI (step S250), and this subroutine is terminated.

That is, in this embodiment, when a specific symbol is displayed in a game in the RT2 operating state in which the counter NYUGI is in an initial state, a start signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 and 40 is input as the value of NYUGI. Since the control process is performed, the sub-control circuit 200 performs a control process for adding the number of display of the notification image (the number of ATs) (see FIGS. 25 and 26), and the point game is started from the next game (see FIG. 25). (See steps S100 and S102 in FIG. 8).
On the other hand, in the present embodiment, in the state where the point game where the value of the counter NYUGI is larger than 0 is being executed, even if a specific symbol is further displayed, a control for transmitting a start signal or adding 40 games as the value of NYUGI Processing is not performed.

<Description of Other Embodiments of Reel Fluctuation and Stop Control>
Next, with reference to FIG. 14 and FIG. 15, other embodiments of reel fluctuation and stop control for performing a point game will be described. In the above-described embodiment, the point game based on the result of the lottery is performed, but in this subroutine, the point game based on the display symbol is performed.

<< Description of Reel Fluctuation and Stop Subroutine in FIG. 14 >>
As an explanation of the other embodiments of the reel fluctuation and stop control, first, the reel fluctuation and stop subroutine when performing a point game based on the display symbol will be explained using FIG.
In the control process for performing the point game based on the result of the above-mentioned role lottery, the point game execution subroutine is performed in the role lottery process subroutine (see step S83 in FIG. 7). In the embodiment, the point game execution subroutine is performed in the reel fluctuation / stop subroutine of FIG. Therefore, comparing the reel fluctuation / stop subroutine of FIG. 12 with the reel fluctuation / stop subroutine of FIG. 14, the flowchart of FIG. 14 is not performed in the flowchart of FIG. 12 after the point game start determination subroutine. The point game execution subroutine is different (see step S218 in FIG. 14). Regarding other control processes, the flowchart of FIG. 12 and the flowchart of FIG. 14 are the same.

  In the reel fluctuation / stop subroutine shown in FIG. 14, the symbol combination control (stop control) is performed every time the reel is rotated and a reel stop signal based on the player's reel stop operation is received. A determination subroutine is performed (see step S216), then a point game execution subroutine is performed (see step S218), and this subroutine is terminated. The control process of the point game start determination subroutine shown in step S216 is the same as the flowchart shown in FIG.

<< Description of Point Game Execution Subroutine in FIG. 15 >>
Next, the point game execution subroutine which is the control process of step S218 of the reel fluctuation / stop subroutine of FIG. 14 will be described in detail with reference to FIG.
In FIG. 15, first, it is determined whether or not the value of the parameter NRT or NBB is greater than 0, that is, whether the RT operation state or the BB game is in progress (step S260). If it is determined in this determination that both the NRT value and the NBB value are 0 or less (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is.
If it is determined in step S260 that the NRT value or the NBB value is greater than 0 (YES), that is, it is determined that the RT operation state or the BB game is in progress, then whether the value of the counter NYUGI is greater than 0 It is determined whether or not (step S262).

  If it is determined in this determination that the value of NYUGI is 0 or less (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is. If it is determined in step S262 that the value of NYUGI is greater than 0 (YES), then a control process for subtracting 1 from the value of counter NYUGI is performed (step S264), and then a reel stop operation is performed. In step S266, it is determined whether or not a profit symbol is displayed. In the point game execution subroutine of FIG. 8, it is determined whether or not the general combination 1 is won. However, in this subroutine, the general combination 3 is won by the combination lottery and in the correct reel stop order as shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not a profit symbol displayed when the reel stop operation is performed is displayed.

  If it is determined in step S266 that no profit symbol is displayed (NO), the process directly proceeds to step S284. If it is determined in step S266 that the profit symbol is displayed (YES), it is next determined whether or not the game is within 40 games after the start signal or achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200. (Step S268). In this determination, when it is determined that the game is within 40 games (YES) after the start signal or the achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200, that is, when it is considered that the display (AT) of the notification image is performed. Reads out the low probability point acquisition lottery table from the ROM 208 (step S270), and performs the point acquisition lottery process (step S274). On the other hand, when it is determined that the game is not within 40 games (NO) after the start signal or the achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200, that is, it cannot be said that the display (AT) of the notification image is being performed. Then, a high probability point acquisition lottery table is read from the ROM 208 (step S272), and a point acquisition lottery process is performed (step S274). This point acquisition lottery process can be performed by generating a random number with a random number generator in the same way as the role lottery, but is not limited to this, and it may be generated on software using a computer or the like. .

  Here, FIG. 46 shows an example of the low probability point acquisition lottery table, and FIG. 47 shows an example of the high probability point acquisition lottery table. As points that can be obtained in either lottery table, 4, 2, 1, 0 points are set, but the high probability point acquisition lottery table of FIG. 47 is more than the low probability point acquisition lottery table of FIG. Higher winning probability is set for larger points. Therefore, there is a high possibility of obtaining larger points in the lottery process. For example, the winning probability of 4 points is 2/5 in the high probability point acquisition lottery table of FIG. 47, whereas it is 1/10 in the low probability point acquisition lottery table of FIG. The winning probability of 0 points (out of line) is 1/10 in the high probability point acquisition lottery table of FIG. 47, whereas it is 2/5 in the low probability point acquisition lottery table of FIG. .

  As described above, when the general combination 3 is won by the combination lottery, the profit symbol is displayed when the reel stop operation is performed in the correct reel stop order as shown in FIG. 42B, and the reels are displayed in the correct reel stop order. A disadvantageous symbol is displayed when the stop operation is not performed. At this time, when the notification image is displayed, the player can display the profit symbol by performing the reel stop operation in the correct reel stop order relatively easily based on the information of the notification image. Conceivable. Therefore, when points can be earned when a profit symbol is displayed by a reel stop operation, the possibility of earning points in a game that does not display a notification image is the possibility of earning points in a game that displays a notification image Higher than.

  In this embodiment, in order to balance the ease of displaying profit symbols and the earned points, the possibility of acquiring points in a game that does not display a notification image is more than the possibility of acquiring points in a game that displays a notification image. As a result, it is possible to give the player a game of fun and to increase the player's interest in special games and games.

After performing the point acquisition lottery process in step S274, a control process for adding the value determined in the point acquisition lottery process in step S274 to the value of POINT is performed (step S276), and the process proceeds to step S278. As the value of POINT, 0 is input as an initial value, and each time a value greater than 0 is acquired in the point acquisition lottery process of step S274, the point is accumulated.
In step S278, it is determined whether or not the accumulated POINT value is equal to or greater than the TASSEI value (step S278). In the present embodiment, 10 is set as the value of TASSEI. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and any other value can be set.

  If it is determined in step S278 that the value of POINT is equal to or greater than the value of TASSEI (YES), an achievement game period determination subroutine is performed (step S280), and then a BB game achievement process subroutine is performed. (Step S282), and this subroutine is completed. The achievement game period determination subroutine and the BB game achievement processing subroutine executed when the achievement point value is reached in the point game is the same as the flowchart shown in FIGS. 9 and 10 described above, and further description is omitted. .

If it is determined in step S278 that the value of POINT is smaller than the value of TASSEI (NO), it is next determined whether the value of the counter NYUGI is larger than 0 (step S284). If it is determined in this determination that the value of NYUGI is greater than 0 (YES), this subroutine is terminated as it is. Therefore, when the RT operation state or the BB game is continued in the next game, the point game execution subroutine of FIG. 15 is performed again.
If it is determined in step S284 that the value of NYUGI is 0 or less (NO), then a non-achieving game period determination subroutine is performed (step S286), and this subroutine is terminated. The unachieved game period determination subroutine that is executed when the point game execution period ends before reaching the achievement point value in the point game is the same as the flowchart shown in FIG. Omitted.

<Explanation of Winning Determination and Flag Off Processing Subroutine>
Next, in the main routine of FIG. 5, when the reel fluctuation / stop subroutine (step S26) is completed, a winning determination and flag-off process subroutine (step 28) is performed. The winning determination and flag-off process subroutine will be described in detail with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG.

First, it is determined whether or not the game state is a BB game (step S300). If it is determined in this determination that the BB game is being played (YES), the BB game in-process subroutine (step S302) is performed, and this subroutine is terminated. A detailed description of the BB game processing subroutine will be described later.
If it is determined in step S300 that the game state is not BB game (NO), it is next determined whether or not there is a winning combination (step S304). If it is determined in this determination that there is a winning combination (YES), a winning combination processing subroutine (step S306) is performed, and the winning determination and flag off processing subroutine is terminated. A detailed description of the winning combination processing subroutine will be described later. If it is determined in step S304 that there is no winning combination (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is.
Hereinafter, a detailed description of the subroutine shown in steps S302 and S306 will be given.

<Description of processing subroutine during BB game>
Next, FIG. 17 shows a detailed explanation of the BB game processing subroutine (see step S302) executed when it is determined in step S300 that a BB game is being played in the winning determination and flag off processing subroutine (see FIG. 16). This will be described with reference to the flowchart shown.
First, it is determined whether or not the reel symbol stopped by the above-described reel fluctuation and stop subroutine has won a prize (step S400), and then, as a result of the winning symbol determination, it is determined whether or not any combination has won. (Step S402). If it is determined in this determination that there is no winning (NO), if the general combination flag is on, the flag is turned off (step S404), and the process proceeds to step S410.

  If it is determined in step S402 that there is a winning (YES), the payout number is counted, the payout number data is updated, and the updated data is stored in the RAM 110 (step S406). Then, the general combination flag is turned off (step S408), and the process proceeds to step S410. This data is used as a BB game end condition, and when the payout number reaches the end number, the BB game is ended. In addition, as the payout number that is the ending condition of the BB game, 300 can be exemplified, but is not limited thereto.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the BB game end condition has been achieved (step S410). If it is determined in this determination that the BB game end condition has not been achieved (NO), this subroutine is ended as it is. If it is determined in step S410 that the BB game end condition has been achieved (YES), 0 is input to the value of NBB to release the BB game state (step S412). Next, 0 is input to the value of NRT (step S414), and the process proceeds to step S416. That is, when the BB game ends, a normal (non-RT, non-BB) game is started. Since the control process of inputting 0 to the value of NRT at the start of the BB game is performed (see step S544 in FIG. 19), the normal (non-RT) is started from the next game without performing the control process of step S414. , Non-BB) game is started.

  In step S416, it is determined whether the value of POINT is greater than 0 (step S416). If it is determined in this determination that the value of POINT is 0 or less (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is. If it is determined in step S416 that the value of POINT is greater than 0 (YES), 0 is input and initialized as the value of POINT, and this subroutine is terminated.

In the present embodiment, when the point game (special game) is executed in the RT operation state or the BB game, and the game state shifts from the RT operation state or the BB game to the normal game, the acquired points are erased.
Thus, the player strives to prevent the gaming state from transitioning from the RT operating state or the BB game to the normal game, or trying to reach the achievement point value before the transition to the normal game. Therefore, it can be expected that the player will be provided with a game of fun and increase the player's interest in special games and games.

<Explanation of the processing sub-routine at the time of winning>
Next, in the winning determination and flag off processing subroutine (see FIG. 16), the detailed explanation of the winning combination processing subroutine (see step S306) executed when it is determined that there is a winning combination in step S304 is a flowchart shown in FIG. Will be described.
First, it is determined whether or not the reel symbol stopped by the above-described reel fluctuation and stop subroutine has won a prize (step S500), and it is determined whether or not any combination has won as a result of the winning symbol determination (step S500). S502). If it is determined in this determination that a prize has been won (YES), it is next determined whether or not the BB combination has won (step S504). If it is determined in this determination that the BB combination has won (YES), a winning combination winning subroutine is performed (step S506), and this subroutine is terminated. The winning combination winning subroutine will be described in detail later with reference to FIG.

  If it is determined in step S504 that the BB combination has not won (NO), it is next determined whether or not the re-game combination has won (step S508). If it is determined in this determination that the re-gamer has won (YES), then a re-gamer win-time subroutine is performed (step S510), and this subroutine is terminated. The re-game winning prize subroutine will be described in detail later with reference to FIG.

If it is determined in step S508 that the re-playing combination has not won (NO), it is determined that the general combination has won, a disadvantageous symbol determination subroutine is performed (step S512), and the process proceeds to step S514. move on. The disadvantageous symbol determination subroutine will be described in detail later with reference to FIG.
In step S514, the general combination flag is turned off. If the BB flag is turned on, carry-over processing is performed (step S514), and this subroutine is terminated.

Returning to the determination in step S502, if it is determined that there is no winning (NO), it is next determined whether or not the BB flag is on (step S516). In this determination, if it is determined that the BB flag is on (YES), carry-over processing of the BB flag is performed, and if any other flag (re-gamer, general role) is on, The flag is turned off (step S518), and this subroutine is terminated.
If it is determined in step S516 that the BB flag is not on (NO), the flag on flag (re-playing combination, general combination) is turned off (step S520), and this subroutine is executed. finish.

<Explanation of the winning prize winning subroutine>
Next, the winning prize winning subroutine shown in step S506 of the flowchart of FIG. 18 will be described in detail with reference to FIG.
In FIG. 19, first, it is determined whether or not the BB combination has won (step S540). If it is determined in this determination that the BB combination has won (YES), 1 is input to the value of NBB (S542), the BB flag is turned off (step S544), and the process proceeds to step S544. By the control processing in step S544, the BB game is started from the next game.

  In step S544, 0 is input to the value of NRT (step S544), and this subroutine is terminated. By this control processing, when the RT3 operating state corresponding to the inside is released, it is canceled and the BB game is started from the next game.

<Explanation of subroutine for winning re-playing role>
Next, the re-game role winning subroutine shown in step S510 of the flowchart of FIG. 18 will be described in detail with reference to FIG.
In FIG. 20, first, it is determined whether or not the value of NRT is 1, that is, whether or not it is in the RT1 operating state (step S600). If it is determined in this determination that the value of NRT is not 1 (NO), that is, it is not in the RT1 operating state, the process proceeds to step S610 as it is without performing the control processing of steps S602 to S608.
If it is determined in step S600 that the value of NRT is 1 (YES), that is, it is determined that the RT1 is in an operating state, it is next determined whether or not the promoted re-game is won in the role lottery (step S600). S602).

  If it is determined in this determination that the promoted re-gamer has won (YES), next, 2 is input to the value of NRT (step S604), and the process proceeds to step S606. That is, in a game in the RT1 operation state, when a promotion re-game player is won in the role lottery, the next game shifts to the RT2 operation state. If it is determined in step S602 that the promotion re-gamer is not won (NO), the process proceeds to step S606.

  As described above, the promoted re-gamer is composed of three promoted re-game players with different corresponding symbols. In the promoted re-gamer of the symbol 10A in the lottery table of FIG. 37, when winning in the role lottery, When the reel stop operation is performed in the order of middle and right reels, the corresponding symbol bell, replay, and replay are displayed and a prize is awarded. When the reel stop operation is performed in the order of the right reel, the corresponding symbol replay / bell / replay is displayed and a prize is awarded, and in the promoted replaying role of symbol 10C, when winning in the role lottery, When a reel stop operation is performed in the order of the left reel, a corresponding symbol replay / replay / bell is displayed to win a prize.

Therefore, when the achievement point value is reached in the point game, the right to display the notification image may be obtained a predetermined number of times (see FIGS. 25 and 26). In some cases, display (AT) of a notification image indicating the reel stop order is performed. In this case, the player can win the promoted re-gamer based on the notification image and shift the gaming state from the RT1 operating state to the more advantageous RT2 operating state.
If the reel stop operation is not performed in the correct reel stop order, the symbol replay / replay / replay corresponding to the normal re-playing player who is won at the same time is displayed. In this case, the RT1 operation state is changed to the RT2 operation state The RT1 operation state is maintained.

  In step S606, 1 is input to the value of NRP (step S606). Next, the re-game flag is turned off. If the BB flag is on, carry-over processing is performed (step S608), and this subroutine is executed. finish. By the control process in step S606, in the next game, a re-game is performed in which a game is played without inserting a game medium (see step S22 in FIG. 5).

<Description of disadvantageous symbol determination subroutine>
Next, the disadvantageous symbol determination subroutine shown in step S512 of the flowchart of FIG. 18 will be described in detail with reference to FIG.
In FIG. 21, first, when any combination of the general combinations 3A to 3E (however, the general combination 3A is always included) is won in the combination lottery, the reel stop operation is not performed in a predetermined reel stop order. It is determined whether or not the displayed “disadvantaged symbol” is displayed (step S620).

  If it is determined in this determination that the “disadvantaged symbol” is displayed (YES), it is next determined whether or not the value of NRT is greater than 0, that is, whether or not it is in the RT operating state (step). S622). If it is determined in this determination that the value of NRT is 0 or less (NO), that is, it is in the normal gaming state, 1 is input to the value of NRT (step S626), and this subroutine is terminated. That is, when a “disadvantaged symbol” is displayed in a normal game, the game is shifted from the next game to the game in the RT1 operation state.

If it is determined in step S622 that the value of NRT is greater than 0 (YES), that is, it is in the RT operating state, next, whether or not the value of NRT is 2, that is, in the RT2 operating state. It is determined whether or not there is (step S624). If it is determined in this determination that the value of NRT is not 2 (NO), that is, it is not in the RT2 operating state, this subroutine is terminated as it is.
If it is determined in step S624 that the NRT value is 2 (YES), that is, it is determined that the RT2 is in an operating state, 1 is input to the NRT value (step S626), and this subroutine is terminated. That is, when the “disadvantaged symbol” is displayed in the RT2 operating state, the game is shifted from the next game to the game in the RT1 operating state.

As described above, in the RT2 operating state, the winning probability of the re-gamer is high, and the gaming state is more advantageous for the player than the RT1 operating state. Therefore, in a game in the RT2 operation state, when any combination of the general roles 3A to 3E is won in the combination lottery, the RT2 operation state is continued if the reel stop operation is performed in the reel stop order corresponding to the selected combination. If the reel stop operation is not performed in the reel stop order corresponding to the winning combination, the “disadvantaged symbol” is displayed, and the RT1 operation state shifts from the RT2 operation state to the player disadvantageous state. .
Therefore, since the player can continue the RT2 operation state or shift to the RT1 operation state according to the stop order of the reels, it gives the player a game fun to control the progress of the game. be able to. In particular, when the correct reel stop order is notified by display of a notification image (so-called AT), even if the player has relatively little gaming experience, the reel stops so as not to display the “disadvantaged symbol”. The operation can continue the RT2 operating state.

<Description of main routine (continued)>
As described above, the subroutines shown in steps S302 and S306 are completed, and the winning determination and flag-off process subroutine shown in FIG. 18 is completed. Here, returning to the main routine of FIG. 5, the winning determination and flag-off process subroutine of step S28 is terminated, the payout process of step S30 is performed (step S30), and the main routine is terminated.
As described above, the control process for playing a game in which one process from the time the symbol fluctuates until it stops is completed.

(Description of control processing performed by sub-control circuit 200)
Next, based on the signal received from the main control circuit 100, each subroutine indicating the control processing performed in the sub control circuit 200 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS.
<Explanation of control process for mission effect>
A control process for performing a mission effect in the sub-control circuit 200 will be described with reference to FIGS. 22 to 24 in correspondence with the point game performed in the main control circuit 100. FIG.

<< Explanation of Mission Production Start Control Subroutine >>
First, the mission effect start control subroutine of FIG. 22 will be described. In FIG. 22, it is determined whether a mission start signal is received from the main control circuit 100 (step S700). This mission start signal is transmitted from the main control circuit 100 to the sub-control circuit 200 together with the start signal when a specific symbol is displayed during the RT2 operation in the point game start determination subroutine for performing the control process for starting the point game. (See step S248 in FIG. 13).
This subroutine is started at regular intervals, and when a mission start signal is transmitted from the main control circuit 100, predetermined control processing can be performed promptly.

If it is determined in step S700 that the mission start signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (YES), 1 is input to the value of the parameter MISSION (step S702), and this subroutine is terminated. By inputting 1 to the value of the parameter MISSION, the mission effect can be performed in a mission effect execution control subroutine described later (see YES in step S720 of FIG. 24).
If it is determined in step S700 that the mission start signal has not been received from the main control circuit 100 (NO), the present subroutine is terminated as it is.

<< Explanation of mission effect end control subroutine >>
Next, the mission effect end control subroutine of FIG. 23 will be described. In FIG. 23, it is determined whether a mission end signal is received from the main control circuit 100 (step S710). This mission end signal is transmitted from the main control circuit 100 to the sub-control circuit 200 when the general combination 1 is first won in the combination lottery after the start of the point game in the point game execution subroutine for performing the point game. (See step S110 in FIG. 8).
This subroutine is started at regular intervals, and when a mission end signal is transmitted from the main control circuit 100, predetermined control processing can be performed promptly.

If it is determined in step S710 that a mission end signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (YES), the parameter MISSION is initialized by inputting 0 (step S712), and this subroutine is terminated. . By initializing the parameter MISSION by inputting 0, the mission effect is not executed in the mission effect execution control subroutine described later (see NO in step S720 of FIG. 24).
If it is determined in step S710 that a mission end signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (YES), this subroutine is terminated as it is.

<< Explanation of mission effect execution control subroutine >>
Next, the mission effect execution control subroutine of FIG. 24 will be described. In FIG. 24, it is determined whether or not the value of the parameter MISSION is larger than 0 (step S720). If it is determined by this determination that the value of MISSION is 0 or less (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is.
If it is determined in step S720 that the value of MISSION is greater than 0 (YES), it is next determined whether or not a game start signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (step S722). This game start signal is transmitted from the main control circuit 100 to the sub control circuit 200 when the start switch is operated (see step S41 in FIG. 6).

If it is determined in step S722 that the game start signal is not received from the main control circuit 100 (NO), this determination process is repeated. That is, it is in a standby state until a game start signal is received from the main control circuit 100.
If it is determined in step S722 that a game start signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (YES), the effect control means 540 then displays an effect image (mission image) “Draw cherry”. It is displayed on the display device 70.
Next, it is determined whether or not an all-reel stop signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (step S726). This all-reel stop signal is transmitted from the main control circuit 100 to the sub-control circuit 200 when all the reels are stopped (see step S214 in FIG. 12).

If it is determined in step S726 that all reel stop signals have not been received from the main control circuit 100 (NO), this determination process is repeated. In other words, until the reel control signal is received from the main control circuit 100, the display of the effect image (mission image) “Draw cherry” continues.
If it is determined in step S726 that an all-reel stop signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (YES), the effect image is deleted (step S728), and this subroutine is terminated.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when a general combination 1 (corresponding symbol cherry) is won in the combination lottery, when the point game based on the point acquisition lottery process is performed, the achievement point value is reached in the point game. As a matter (mission) to be performed by the player related to the game, an effect is provided in which the player is informed that the general combination 1 is won by the combination lottery (cherry is closed).
As a result, the player executes the matter to be performed instructed in this production (the general role 1 is won in the role lottery), and as a result, when the predetermined requirement is achieved (the general role 1 is won in the role lottery) In such a case, an opportunity to obtain a predetermined privilege (display of notification image (AT)) is obtained, so that the player can be given more joy. Therefore, it can be expected that the player's interest in special games and games is increased.

  In the above-described embodiment, when a general game 1 is won in the role lottery, when performing a point game based on the point acquisition lottery process, an effect image for winning the general game 1 in the role lottery is displayed. It is not limited to. For example, when a profit symbol is displayed by a reel stop operation, when performing a point game based on the point acquisition lottery process, as shown in the left diagram of FIG. 24, “stop the bell in the center (that is, display the profit symbol). It is also conceivable to display an effect image (mission image) on the display device 70.

<Description of Control Processing for Displaying Notification Image>
Next, a control process for displaying a notification image including information useful for displaying a symbol corresponding to the winning combination in the winning combination lottery will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS.
<< Description of notification image display count addition subroutine >>
First, the notification image display count addition subroutine of FIG. 25 will be described in detail. In this subroutine, when a start signal or an achievement signal is received from the main control circuit 100, a control process for adding the number of times of displaying the notification image is performed.

In FIG. 25, first, it is determined whether or not a start signal is received from the main control circuit 100 (step S740). This start signal is transmitted from the main control circuit 100 to the sub-control circuit when a specific symbol is displayed by the reel stop operation in the state where the point game in the RT2 operation state is not started (NYUGI = 0) ( (See step S246 in FIG. 13).
If it is determined in step S740 that the start signal has been received (YES), the process proceeds to step S744. If it is determined in step S740 that the start signal has not been received (NO), it is next determined whether or not an achievement signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (step S742).

This achievement signal is transmitted from the main control circuit 100 to the sub-control circuit when the accumulated value of points acquired in the point game reaches the achievement point value (see step S134 in FIG. 9). If it is determined in step S742 that the achievement signal has not been received (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is. That is, when neither the start signal nor the achievement signal is received, this subroutine is terminated as it is.
If it is determined in step S742 that an achievement signal has been received (YES), the process proceeds to step S744, and a control process for adding 40 to the value of the counter NAT for controlling the number of display times of the notification image is performed. (Step S744), this subroutine is terminated.
When the initial value of NAT is 0, and when the NAT value is 0 by the above-described control processing, when the start signal is received, 40 is input as the NAT value, and thereafter the achievement signal is received. In addition, 40 is added to the NAT value.

<< Description of Other Embodiments of Notification Image Display Number Addition Subroutine >>
Next, another embodiment of the notification image display count addition subroutine will be described in detail with reference to the flowchart of FIG. In this subroutine, when a start signal or an achievement signal is received from the main control circuit 100, a lottery process is performed, and a control process for determining the number of times to display the notification image is performed based on the lottery result.

  In FIG. 26, it is first determined whether a start signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (step S740). If it is determined in step S740 that the start signal has been received (YES), the process proceeds to step S744. If it is determined in step S740 that the start signal has not been received (NO), it is next determined whether or not an achievement signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (step S742).

If it is determined in this determination that the achievement signal has not been received (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is. That is, when neither the start signal nor the achievement signal is received, this subroutine is terminated as it is.
If it is determined in step S742 that the achievement signal has been received (YES), the number of games from the timing at which the start signal or achievement signal is received to the timing at which the achievement signal is received, that is, the achievement point is reached. The number of achievement games at the time of achievement is calculated (step S744).

  Next, the AT lottery table is read from the ROM 208, and AT lottery processing is performed with a winning probability corresponding to the number of elapsed games calculated in step S744 (step S748). Here, an example of the AT lottery table is shown in FIG. In the AT lottery table of FIG. 48, 40, 30, 20, 10, 0 are set as the number of times to be added, and the number of games at the time of achievement is within 5 games, within 10 games, within 20 games, within 30 games, Winning probabilities corresponding to each of the 40 games or less are set. In this case, when the achievement point value is reached in a short period, there is a high possibility that a larger number of times is added.

For example, when the number of games at the time of achievement is within 5 games, the probability of adding 40 times is ½, and the number of times of 20 times or more is always added. On the other hand, when the number of games at the time of achievement is within 40 games, the probability of 0 (out of game) is 4/5, and only 10 times or less are added.
Subsequent to step S746, a control process for adding the value determined in the AT lottery process of step S746 to the counter NAT is performed (step S748), and this subroutine is terminated.

<Description of Notification Image Display Subroutine>
Next, the notification image display subroutine performed by the sub control circuit 200 will be described in detail based on the signal received from the main control circuit 100 using the flowchart of FIG. This subroutine is a control process by the effect control means 540, and in the game in which AT is set (a game value of NAT> 0, which is a value of NAT added in the notification image display count subroutine), a general role 3 When winning is performed, a control process for displaying an effect image informing the correct reel stop order in the reel stop switch operation (so-called AT is performed) is performed. By this control process, the player can display a profit symbol.
Similarly, in the RT1 operation state, when a promoted re-gamer is won by a role lottery, the player receives a promotion re-gamer by displaying an effect image informing the correct reel stop order in the reel stop switch operation. Thus, the RT1 operating state can be shifted to the more advantageous RT2 operating state.

27, first, it is determined whether or not a game start signal (see step S41 in FIG. 6) has been received from the main control circuit 100 (step S800). If it is determined in this determination that the game start signal has not been received (NO), the determination process in step S800 is repeated as it is. That is, it is in a standby state until the game is started. If it is determined in step S800 that a game start signal has been received (YES), it is next determined whether or not a role lottery information signal (see step S84 in FIG. 7) has been received from the main control circuit 100. (Step S802).
If it is determined in this determination that the combination lottery information signal has not been received (NO), the determination processing in step S802 is repeated as it is. That is, it is in a standby state until a winning lottery information signal is received. If it is determined in step S802 that a winning lottery information signal has been received (YES), it is next determined whether an RT1, 2 information signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (step S803). If it is determined in this determination that the RT1, 2 information signal has not been received from the main control circuit 100 (NO), the present subroutine is terminated as it is. That is, in this embodiment, the notification image is displayed in the RT1 operation state or the RT2 operation state.
If it is determined in step S803 that the RT1, 2 information signal has been received from the main control circuit 100 (YES), it is next determined whether or not the value of the counter NAT is greater than 0, that is, whether AT is being performed. It is judged (step S804). If it is determined in this determination that the value of NAT is 0 or less (NO), this subroutine is terminated.

If it is determined in step S804 that the value of NAT is greater than 0, that is, AT is being performed (YES), then a lottery lottery is performed based on the winning lottery information signal received from the main control circuit 100. In step S806, it is determined whether or not the general combination 3 (specifically, any combination of the general combinations 3A to 3E) or the promoted replay player (specifically, any of the promoted replay players A to C) is won. ). If it is determined in this determination that neither the general combination 3 nor the promoted replay combination has been won (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is.
If it is determined in step S806 that the general combination 3 or the promoted re-playing combination is won (YES), a control process for reducing the value of the counter NAT by 1 is performed (step S808). Next, a reel stop order notification image for notifying the correct reel stop order is displayed on the display device 70 (step S810), and the process proceeds to step S812. In step S812, it is determined whether an all-reel stop signal (see step S212 in FIG. 12) has been received from the main control circuit 100 (S812).

  If it is determined in this determination that all reel stop signals have not been received (NO), the process returns to step S810, and the control processing from steps S810 to S812 is repeated. That is, the display of the reel stop order notification image is continued until all reels stop. If it is determined in step S812 that all reel stop signals have been received (YES), this subroutine is terminated.

  As described above, when any combination of the general roles 3A to 3E (but always including the general role 3A) is won in the winning lottery, the reel stop operation is performed in the reel stop order corresponding to the winning combination. Then, in the middle reel, pull-in control is performed so that the symbol bell is displayed at the center position among the three vertical positions. On the other hand, when the reel stop operation is not performed in the reel stop order corresponding to the selected combination, the pull-in control is performed so that the symbol bell is displayed at the upper position among the three vertical positions on the middle reel.

In the middle reel, when the symbol bell is displayed at the center position among the three vertical positions, the three effective lines of the center horizontal effective line L1, the diagonally right-down effective line L3A, and the diagonally right-up effective line L3B. Since the symbol corresponding to the general combination 3A is displayed on the top, it is possible to receive payout of 3 game media × 3 lines = 9 game media. On the other hand, when the symbol bell is displayed at the upper position among the three vertical positions, the symbol corresponding to the general combination 3A is displayed only on the upper horizontal effective line L2A. You will only receive media payouts.
Therefore, in step S810, if the correct reel stop order according to the combination of the combinations can be notified, the player can receive the payout of nine game media by displaying the profit symbols. It can be expected that a person's interest in production and games will increase.

  Similarly, when the promoted re-gamer of symbol 10A (see FIG. 37) is elected in the role lottery, the corresponding symbol bell replay replay is displayed by informing the left, middle and right reel stop order. If you can expect to win a prize, and you win the promotion re-gamer of symbol 10B (see Fig. 37) in the role lottery, the corresponding symbol replay bell replay will be notified by informing the middle, left, and right reel stop order. Can be expected to win a prize, and if the winning re-gamer of symbol 10C (see FIG. 37) is won in the role lottery, the corresponding symbols are notified by informing the reel stop order of the right, middle and left reels. You can expect to win by displaying the replay, replay bell.

  Therefore, in the game in the RT1 operation state, when the notification image display (AT) indicating the correct reel stop order is performed, the player wins the promoted re-gamer based on the notification image, and the gaming state From the RT1 operating state to the more advantageous RT2 operating state.

  The notification effect image displayed by the effect control means 540 is not limited to this. For example, an effect that notifies the symbol corresponding to the winning combination in the winning lottery is conceivable. In particular, it is displayed on a predetermined reel. When the design to be performed is any one of the three designs (so-called three-choice case), an effect of notifying the corresponding design is also conceivable. It is conceivable to implement other arbitrary notification effects.

(Description of point games in general)
Control processing related to the point game (special game) as described above will be described with reference to the right diagram of FIG.
The gaming state in which the point game can be started is the RT2 operating state (see step S240 in FIG. 13), and when the specific symbol is displayed, the point game can be started (step S242 in FIG. 13). , See S250). At this time, a start signal is transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 (see step S246 in FIG. 13).
There are two types of point games: points that are acquired through a point acquisition lottery process based on the result of a role lottery (see FIG. 8) and points that are acquired through a point acquisition lottery process based on a display pattern (see FIG. 15). In the case of winning a point by a point acquisition lottery process when a predetermined combination (for example, a re-playing combination or a general combination 3) is won by a combination lottery, the winning probability in the combination lottery of the predetermined combination is a gaming state (normal game , RT operating state, BB game).

  When the accumulated value of points acquired in the point game reaches an achievement point value (for example, 10 points), an achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (see step S134 in FIG. 9), and the next point game period ( The remaining game period (for example, 40 games) from the point in time at which the achievement point value of the executed point game is reached to the end of the game period of the point game is performed. The number of games obtained by subtracting the number of games at the time of achievement) and a predetermined game period of point games (for example, 40 games) can be set as the next point game period.

  As described above, in the point game (special game), when the achievement point value is reached (a predetermined requirement is satisfied) before the game period of the point game (predetermined game period) ends, the game of the point game Without waiting for the period to end, the player can obtain an opportunity to receive a privilege related to the display of the notification image. Furthermore, the period after adding the remaining game period from the point at which the achievement point value is reached (satisfying the predetermined requirement) to the end of the point game period and the predetermined game period of the point game is added to the next point. A period during which a game is played (a period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement) can be used. Accordingly, without waiting for the end of the point game period, the player can start the next point game (special game), and can effectively use the remaining game period, and further perform the next point game. Since the period (period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement) is extended, the possibility of reaching the achievement point value (meeting the predetermined requirement) in the next point game increases. Therefore, it can be expected that the player's interest in the point game (special game) is increased, and the player's interest in the game is increased.

  Furthermore, when points can be earned when winning a predetermined role in the role lottery, if the winning probability in the role lottery for the predetermined role differs depending on the gaming state, the progress of the game is changed. It can be attached to the game, and it can be expected to increase the interest of the player in special games and games.

Also, in the point game, when the point game period ends before the accumulated value of the points acquired reaches the achievement point value, a comparison of the acquired points and the achievement point values when the point game period ends Based on the above, the game period of the next point game (the period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement) can be determined (see FIG. 11).
Therefore, even if the game period of the point game ends before the accumulated value of the acquired points reaches the achievement point value, the game period of the next point game (next The period of time for satisfying the predetermined requirements of the player) can be determined, so that the points earned up to that point can be used effectively without being wasted, and the player's interest in special games has increased, and as a result, the player's game It can be expected that interest in will increase.

The point game can be executed not only in the RT2 operation state but also in the RT1, RT3 operation state and the BB game (see step S100 in FIG. 8 and step S260 in FIG. 15). The point game cannot be executed in the normal (non-RT, non-BB) game, and when the game is shifted from the other game state to the normal game, the acquired points are deleted (see step S418 in FIG. 17).
Therefore, the player strives to prevent the gaming state from transitioning from the RT operating state or the BB game to the normal game, or strives to reach the achievement point value before the transition to the normal game. It can be expected that the player will be provided with a game of fun and increase the player's interest in special games and games.

Each time the sub-control circuit 200 receives the start signal or the achievement signal, the sub-control circuit 200 adds a predetermined number (for example, 40 times) as the number of times to display the notification image (NAT) (see FIG. 25) or based on reception of the start signal. Then, the number of times of displaying the notification image (NAT) is added according to the result of the AT lottery process (see FIG. 26), and the control process is performed.
This notification image display (AT) is performed when the game state is the RT1 or RT2 operation state (see step S803 in FIG. 27) and the number of times the notification image is displayed has been acquired (NAT> 0: step in FIG. 27). (See S804).
Therefore, since the privilege obtained by the point acquisition is related to the display of a notification image including information useful for displaying a symbol corresponding to the winning combination in the winning lottery by the player's reel stop operation, the player's It can be expected that the interest in the display of the point game (special game) and the notification image is increased, and the player's interest in the game is increased.

  Furthermore, in the case where the point game target role is won by the role lottery and points can be obtained when the symbol corresponding to the point game target role is displayed by the reel stop operation, for example, it corresponds to the point game target role When the symbol is the profit symbol described above, the possibility of acquiring points in a game that does not display a notification image is higher than the possibility of acquiring points in a game that displays a notification image (step of FIG. 15). (See S270, S272, FIGS. 46 and 47).

  Therefore, when a point game target combination is won in the role lottery, if a notification image is displayed, the player can more easily perform the point game target combination by a reel stop operation based on information obtained from the notification image. The symbol corresponding to can be displayed. Therefore, in this embodiment, in order to balance the ease of displaying the symbol corresponding to the point game target role and the earned points, the possibility of acquiring points in the game that does not display the notification image is in the game that displays the notification image. It is higher than the chance of earning points. By doing so, it is possible to give a game fun to the player, and it can be expected to increase the player's interest in the point game and the game.

In the present embodiment, when starting the point game, the mission start signal is transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 together with the start signal (see step S248 in FIG. 13). Based on this, the mission effect image is displayed by the sub control circuit 200. Can be displayed (see FIGS. 22 to 24).
Therefore, since the mission effect image provides an effect of notifying the player of matters to be performed by the player in order to reach the achievement point value (for example, “Close Cherry”), the player is instructed by this effect. When a matter to be implemented is performed and, as a result, a predetermined requirement is achieved, an opportunity to obtain a predetermined privilege (increase in the number of notification image display times) can be obtained. Therefore, it can be expected that the player's interest in special games and games is increased.

In addition, when a point game is performed during the execution of the BB game and the achievement point value is reached, the display of the game state and notification image (AT) when winning the BB role corresponding to the BB game being performed The privilege to be given can be made different depending on the presence or absence (see steps S146 and S148 in FIG. 10).
Therefore, since the benefits to be given differ depending on the gaming state when the BB role corresponding to the BB game being executed is won or the presence or absence of display of a notification image (AT), giving the player a game fun It is possible to increase the interest of the player in special games and games.

(Description of other embodiments of control processing at the start of point game)
Next, as another embodiment of the control process at the start of the point game, a control process for transmitting a start signal to the sub-control circuit 200 and also to the outside (external device, external terminal) at the start of the point game. This will be described in detail below. In the following description, an external device is taken as an example. First, control processing in the main control circuit 100 will be described with reference to FIGS. 29 and 30. FIG.
FIG. 29 shows a point game start determination subroutine for transmitting a start signal to the sub-control circuit 200 and the outside when the point game starts. This flowchart corresponds to the point game start determination subroutine of FIG.
FIG. 30 shows an achievement game period determination subroutine for transmitting an achievement signal to the sub-control circuit 200 and the outside when the achievement point value is reached. This flowchart corresponds to the achievement game period determination subroutine of FIG. For other control processes, the control processes shown in FIGS. 5 to 27 (excluding FIGS. 9 and 13) are applied.

<Description of Point Game Start Determination Subroutine in FIG. 29>
29 is compared with the point game start determination subroutine of FIG. 13, in the point game start determination subroutine of FIG. 29, after the start signal and the mission start signal are transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200, the start signal Is different in that a control process for transmitting a message to an external device is added (see step S1250). At the time of starting the point game, it is possible to start displaying the notification image (AT) by transmitting a start signal to the sub-control circuit 200. However, since the start signal is transmitted to the external device at the same time, other than the slot machine The external device can manage notification image display (AT).
Other control processing is the same as the control processing shown in FIG. 13, and further description is omitted.

<Description of Achievement Game Period Determination Subroutine in FIG. 30>
30 is compared with the achievement game period determination subroutine in FIG. 9. In the achievement game period determination subroutine in FIG. 30, the achievement game period determination subroutine in FIG. The difference is that a control process for transmission to an external device is added (see step S1136). When the accumulated value of the earned points in the point game reaches the achievement point value, the number of times of displaying the notification image can be added by transmitting the achievement signal to the sub-control circuit 200. Since the data is transmitted to the device, the management of the notification image display (AT) can be performed by an external device other than the slot machine.
Other control processing is the same as the control processing shown in FIG. 9, and further description is omitted.

<Description of Time Chart of FIG. 35>
The above control process will be described with reference to the time chart of FIG. When a specific symbol is displayed in the game in the RT2 operating state, the point game is started (see step S1252 in FIG. 29), and a start signal is transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 (see step S1246 in FIG. 29). In the control circuit 200, 40 is input as the value of the counter NAT that displays the notification image (see step S744 in FIG. 25). At this time, the game state is in the RT2 or RT1 operation state until the BB combination is won in the combination lottery and the RT3 operation state is shifted, so in principle, the display (AT) of the notification image continues for 40 games. It is possible.
In the present embodiment, since the start signal is transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 and the start signal is transmitted to the external device, the notification image display (AT) is performed for 40 games also in the external device. Can be recognized.

  In the point game started with the display of the specific symbol, when the accumulated value of the acquired points reaches the achievement point value, the achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 and the achievement signal is transmitted to the external device. Further, the display of the notification image (AT) continues for 40 games, and the external device can recognize that the display (AT) of the notification image is further performed for 40 games. The upper diagram of FIG. 35 shows a case where the achievement signal is repeatedly transmitted from the main control circuit 100. As an example, in the point game, the achievement point value is reached when 30 games have elapsed from the transmission of the start signal. The achievement signal is transmitted, and then the achievement point value is reached when 50 games have elapsed from the achievement signal transmission, and the achievement signal is transmitted.

Further, before reaching the achievement point value, when the accumulated value of the acquired points is 6 points, the game period of the point game is ended, and the game period of the next point game is determined by a lottery process based on the acquired points. After 40 games have been acquired, the achievement point value is reached when 30 games have elapsed, and the achievement signal is transmitted.
In the time chart of FIG. 35, every time a start signal or an achievement signal is received, the number of times of displaying the notification image (the number of ATs) is increased by 40 games, but the present invention is not limited to this. As shown in FIG. 4, the number of games to be added can be determined by an arbitrary means by a notification effect number determination means (privilege grant means).

As described above, in the present embodiment, even when the notification image display (AT) changes irregularly, the external device can accurately grasp the notification image display (AT) status. .
On the other hand, in the prior art, since AT is only sent every predetermined period (for example, 40 games) after AT starts, the timing for obtaining the right to display (AT) a notification image as shown in FIG. 35 is irregular. When it changes, it becomes impossible for the external device to accurately grasp the actual display state (AT) of the notification image. Note that the number of games determined when the start signal is received and the number of games determined when the achievement signal is received may be the same or different.

In the present embodiment, when the achievement point value is reached in the point game (special game), an achievement signal is transmitted to the sub control circuit 200, whereby the sub control circuit 200 gives the player a predetermined privilege (for example, a notification image). Control (AT)) can be performed, so that it can be expected that the player's interest in the game is increased.
Further, since the achievement signal is also transmitted to the outside from the main control circuit 100, a control process for giving a privilege performed by the sub control circuit 200 in the outside (external device, external terminal) that cannot directly receive the signal from the sub control circuit 200 It is possible to accurately grasp the implementation status of Therefore, the execution status of the control process for giving a predetermined privilege to the player is appropriately managed by the hall computer, or an effect related to the granting of the bonus is given to the player using peripheral devices of the slot machine. Therefore, the player's interest in the point game (special game) and the game can be increased.

  Further, in the present embodiment, since the player is related to the implementation of the notification effect including information useful for displaying the symbol corresponding to the winning combination in the winning lottery by the reel stop operation, the player's special game and It can be expected that the interest in the notification effect is increased, and that the player's interest in the game is increased.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the points acquired in the point game (special game) reach the achievement point value, a new point game is started, so that the player can enjoy the point game repeatedly and further granted. Since the number of benefits can be expected to increase (increase in the number of display times of the notification image (the number of ATs)), it can be expected that the player's interest in the point game and the game will increase.

  Furthermore, when the start signal is received, the notification effect is executed for the number of games determined by the sub-control circuit 200, and every time the achievement signal is received, the notification effect is executed for the number of games determined by the sub-control circuit 200. At the same time, it is possible to accurately grasp the progress of the control processing by the sub-control circuit that cannot directly receive the signal (external device, external terminal) that receives the start signal and the achievement signal.

<Description of Control Processing for Determining Display Number of Notification Images (AT Number) by Main Control Circuit 100>
Next, as another embodiment of the control process at the time of achievement of the point game, the description of the control process for determining the display count (AT count) of the notification image by the main control circuit 100 will be described. Explanation will be made using the 32 notification image display count addition subroutine. <<< Explanation of Achieved Game Period Determination Subroutine in FIG. 31 >>>
The achievement game period determination subroutine of FIG. 31 corresponds to the achievement game period determination subroutine of FIG. 9, but when the accumulated value of the acquired points reaches the achievement point value in the point game, FIG. In the achievement game period determination subroutine, an achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200. In the achievement game period determination subroutine of FIG. 31, the main control circuit 100 determines the display count (AT count) of the notification image, and A control process for transmitting information to the sub-control circuit 200 is performed.

In FIG. 31, first, a control process for adding 40 to the value of the counter NYUGI is performed (step S1130). Next, 0 is input to the value of POINT to perform initialization (step S1132).
Subsequent to step S1132, the AT lottery table is read from the ROM 108 and AT lottery processing is performed (step S1134). As the AT lottery table used here, for example, a lottery table as shown in FIG. 48 can be used, and in this case, the winning probability according to the number of games at the time of achievement when the achievement point value is reached in the point game. Thus, the number of display times of the notification image (AT number) can be determined.

Next, a control process for adding the value determined in the AT lottery process to the value of the counter NAT is performed (step S1136), and then the NAT information is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 together with the achievement signal (step S1138). The process proceeds to step S1140. In step S1140, NAT information is transmitted to the external device together with the AT signal (step S1140), and this subroutine is terminated.
As described above, in this subroutine, NAT information is transmitted from the main control circuit 100 to the sub control circuit 200 and the external device, so that the external device can grasp the status of display (AT) of the notification image more accurately. be able to.

<< Description of Notification Image Display Count Addition Subroutine in FIG. 32 >>
Next, based on the NAT information transmitted from the main control circuit 100 in the achievement game period determination subroutine of FIG. 31, a notification image display count addition subroutine for performing control processing for adding the display count of the notification image (AT count). Will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
In FIG. 32, first, it is determined whether or not NAT information is received together with the achievement signal from the main control circuit 100 (step S1740). If it is determined in this determination that the NAT information is not received together with the achievement signal (NO), this subroutine is terminated as it is. This subroutine is activated at a predetermined interval, and when the information on NAT is transmitted together with the achievement signal from the main control circuit 100, a predetermined control process is promptly performed.

  If it is determined in step 1740 that the NAT information is received together with the achievement signal (YES), a control process for adding the received NAT value to the counter NAT is performed, and this subroutine is terminated. Note that when the start signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 at the time of starting the point game, the main control circuit 100 similarly performs the AT lottery process, and the NAT information determined by the lottery process is used as the start signal. At the same time, it can be transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200. In addition, the sub-control circuit 200 can determine the display count (AT count) of the notification image when the start signal is received.

  As described above, in this embodiment, when the number of points acquired in the special game reaches a predetermined value, the main control circuit 100 determines the number of times of performing the notification effect, and the information on the number of times of execution together with the achievement signal is sent to the sub-control circuit 200 and Send to the outside (external device, external terminal). Therefore, it is possible to more accurately grasp and manage the progress of the control process for giving a predetermined privilege to the player executed by the sub-control circuit 200 from the outside.

<Explanation of Control Process for Transmitting Achievement Signal to Sub-Control Circuit 200 when Achievement Point is Achieved and Implementing Freeze Effect>
Next, as another embodiment of the control process when the point game is achieved, a control process for transmitting the achievement signal to the sub-control circuit 200 when the achievement point is reached in the point game and performing the freeze effect will be described. FIG. 33 shows an achievement game period determination subroutine for making settings for implementing a freeze effect, and FIG. 34 shows a reel fluctuation and stop subroutine for implementing a freeze effect when a start switch is operated.

<< Description of Achievement Game Period Determination Subroutine in FIG. 33 >>
When the achievement game period determination subroutine of FIG. 33 and the achievement game period determination subroutine of FIG. 9 are compared, in the achievement game period determination subroutine of FIG. 33, after the achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200, the parameter FRZ The difference is that a control process for inputting 1 to the value is added (see step S1136). As a result, in the flowchart of FIG. 34, it is determined that the value of FRZ is greater than 0, a freeze effect is performed, and control processing is performed.
Other control processing is the same as the control processing shown in FIG. 9, and further description is omitted.

<< Description of Reel Fluctuation and Stop Subroutine in FIG. 34 >>
34, first, the symbol number and control symbol data stored in step S82 in FIG. 7 are read (step S1200). Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the parameter FRZ is greater than 0 (step S1202). If it is determined in this determination that the value of FRZ is 0 or less (NO), the process proceeds directly to step S1212.

If it is determined in step S1202 that the value of FRZ is greater than 0 (YES), then the timer is turned on (step S1204), and then the predetermined freeze time is elapsed at the elapsed time indicated by the timer. It is determined whether or not elapses (step S1206). If it is determined in this determination that the freeze time has not elapsed (NO), the determination process in step S1206 is repeated. That is, the subsequent control processing is suspended until the freeze time elapses. In addition, although 5 to 10 seconds can be illustrated as freeze time, it is not restricted to this.
If it is determined in step S1206 that the freeze time has elapsed (YES), the timer is turned off (step S1208), 0 is input to the FRZ value and initialized (step S1210), and the process proceeds to step S1212. move on. Thereby, the freeze effect is finished.

  In step S1212, it is determined whether or not a predetermined shortest game time has elapsed (step S1212). If it is determined in this determination that the shortest game time has not elapsed (NO), the determination process in step S1212 is repeatedly executed. That is, as described above, the rotation of the reel, which is the next process, cannot be started until the shortest game time has elapsed. By this control, the number of games played in a certain time is controlled to be within a predetermined number.

If it is determined in step S1212 that the shortest game time has elapsed (YES), the start switch ON signal has already been received (see step S40 in FIG. 6), and the reel rotation start signal is driven by the motor. Transmission to the circuit 114 starts rotation of the motors 80L, 80C, and 80R, and rotates the reels 40L, 40C, and 40R (step S1204).
Next, it is determined whether or not the reel that has started rotating is at a constant speed (step S1206). If it is determined in this determination that the reel has not yet rotated at a constant speed (NO), the determination processing in step S1206 is repeated. That is, the reel stop control, which is the next step, cannot be performed until the rotation of the reel reaches a constant speed.

If it is determined in step S1206 that the reel is rotating at a constant speed (YES), it is next determined whether a reel stop signal has been received (step S1208). Here, the reel stop signal is a signal transmitted by the operation means 300 when the player pushes any one of the stop switches 52L, 52C, 52R.
If it is determined in step S1208 that the reel stop signal has been received (YES), the reel control means 440 performs the symbol combination control (stop control) of the reel corresponding to the stop switch that has transmitted the reel stop signal. (Step S1210).

Then, after performing the reel symbol combination control (stop control) corresponding to the reel stop signal, it is determined whether or not all the reels are stopped (step S1212). If it is determined in this determination that all the reels are not stopped (NO), the process returns to step S1208, and the control processes from step S1208 to S1212 are repeated until all the reels stop. If it is determined in step S1212 that all reels have been stopped (YES), then an all reel stop signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200 (step S1214), and the process proceeds to step S1216.
In step S1216, a point game start determination subroutine is performed (step S1216), and this subroutine is terminated. This point game start determination subroutine is the same as the flowchart of FIG. 13 described above, and further description is omitted.

  As described above, when the achievement point value is reached in the point game by the control processing shown in FIG. 33 and FIG. 34, the game period of the next point game is set and the achievement signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200. A freeze effect can be performed when the start switch is operated. The freeze effect can be performed not only when the start switch is operated, but also when the reel is stopped, when a game medium is inserted, or when the bet switch is operated.

  In the present embodiment, when the achievement point value is reached in the point game (special game), the main control circuit 100 further performs a freeze effect in which the function of the operation means is temporarily stopped. We can expect further interest.

(Description of other embodiments according to the present invention)
The slot machine according to the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and includes various other embodiments.

10 Slot machine 38 Game media slot 32, 34, 36 Bet switch 40L, 40C, 40R Reel 50 Start switch (operating means)
52L, 52C, 52R Reel stop switch (operation means)
70 Display device 80L, 80C, 80R Stepping motor 90 Sub switch 100 Main control circuit 106 CPU
108 ROM
110 RAM
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 112 Random number generator 114 Motor drive circuit 124 Display lamp 200 Sub control circuit 220 Display drive circuit 300 Operation means 310 Stop operation means 410 Role lottery means 420 Random number extraction means 430 Random number judgment means 440 Reel control means 450 Prize winning process control means 460 Replay Control means 470 Re-game selection high state control means 480 Special game execution means 510 Image control means 520 Audio control means 530 Lamp control means 540 Effect control display means 550 Notification effect count determination means (privilege grant means)

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A slot machine that plays a game by inserting a game medium ,
And special game execution means for transmitting the achievement signal when who meet certain requirements predetermined game period during special game implementation,
When the achievement signal is received from the special game execution means, privilege granting means for performing a control process for granting a predetermined privilege to the player;
With
In the special game, when the predetermined requirement is satisfied before the predetermined game period ends, the special game execution means transmits the achievement signal and a period for satisfying the next predetermined requirement. Control process to set
In the control process, a period obtained by adding the remaining game period and the predetermined game period from the time point when the predetermined requirement of the special game that has been executed to the end of the predetermined game period is as follows: A period for satisfying the predetermined requirement ,
The special game is to acquire points, and the predetermined requirement is that the acquired points reach a predetermined value;
When the predetermined game period ends before the point reaches the predetermined value, the special game execution means is based on a comparison between the acquired points and the predetermined value when the predetermined game period ends. A slot machine for defining a period for satisfying the following predetermined requirement .

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