JP6364456B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine in which a game performed by changing a plurality of rows of symbols based on a start operation is started by a symbol display means.

  Traditionally, a spinning-reel game machine (hereinafter referred to as “pachi-slot”), which is a type of gaming machine, uses a medal, and when a medal is inserted into the pachi-slot, the game is started and a predetermined pattern can be easily obtained. A state (hereinafter referred to as “specific state”) that is advantageous to the player to be played is performed.

  And in the pachislot of patent document 1, during the game performed in such a specific state, various lotteries (additions) are made to extend the period of the game performed in the specific state that greatly affects the player's profit. Lottery and continuous lottery).

  In this way, in the pachislot of Patent Document 1, the player's greatest concern is how to acquire the right to perform various lotteries that greatly influence the player's profit. There is also a pachislot where an effect relating to whether or not the specific state is extended by various lotteries is executed.

JP 2011-160844 A

  However, in such a pachislot of Patent Document 1, although an effect relating to whether or not the specific state is extended by various lotteries is executed, it is monotonous and lacks interest, so the interest in games is reduced. There was a risk of inviting.

  The present invention has been made paying attention to such problems existing in the prior art, and its purpose is to enhance the entertainment effect for the game by enhancing the effect in a specific state advantageous to the player. An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can be used.

In the gaming machine that solves the above problems, after a game that is performed by changing symbols in a plurality of rows based on a start operation is started by the symbol display means, a display result is derived to the symbol display means based on a stop operation. A winning combination lottery means for drawing a winning combination based on the start operation, a state control means for controlling a specific state that is more advantageous to the player than a normal state, and a game executed in the specific state The game execution frequency counting means for counting the number of executions of the game, the right grant determining means for determining whether to give the extended right to extend the control of the specific state in the specific state, and the special role being won in the specific state The extension information storage means for storing extension information indicating the degree of advantage for granting the extension right in a predetermined storage area, and the extension right based on the extension information Effect control means for performing control to execute an extension suggestion effect that suggests the degree of advantage for granting, and the right grant determination means in the specific game performed when the extension information is stored Whether to grant an extension right is controlled so that the extension information storage means controls the extension information as invalid information on the condition that the specific game has been played, and the game execution number counting means If the execution frequency counted has reached the reference number by, in the particular game, the with the particular state is controlled continuously runs special effect triggered by the special condition is satisfied, the special condition is retained storing enacted the said extension information even when a specific game is performed with the extension information, double advantageously degree of application of the extension rights differ There is a kind of extension information, said extension suggests director, the director der suggest to each of the extended information a class of preferred degree for the grant of the extension right is, said the special officer, the first special auditors and the second When the second special role is won, the extension information storage means stores a larger number of the extension information with a higher probability than when the first special role is won, The specific game is composed of a plurality of games, and the special effect is executed by a first game and a game after the first game among the plurality of games constituting the specific game. The gist is that it may be executed in a game that is not executed in the first game but is executed in a game after the first game .

  According to the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by enhancing the effect in the specific state advantageous to the player.

The front view which shows the machine surface side of a pachislot. The schematic diagram which shows a prize aspect. The block diagram which shows the electrical structure of a pachislot. (A) is a schematic diagram which shows a winning combination determination table, (b) is a schematic diagram which shows the detail of a replay combination. The schematic diagram which shows the mode of a transition of a game state and an effect state. The schematic diagram which shows the display mode in an effect display apparatus. (A)-(g) is a schematic diagram which shows the display mode of a suggestion symbol. (A)-(h) is a schematic diagram which shows the display mode of a winning combination suggestion effect. (A)-(h) is a schematic diagram which shows the operation | movement aspect of each reel, and the display aspect of various effects. (A)-(h) is a schematic diagram which shows the operation | movement aspect of each reel, and the display aspect of various effects. (A)-(h) is a schematic diagram which shows the operation | movement aspect of each reel, and the display aspect of various effects. The schematic diagram which shows the hold information in a hold notice effect. The schematic diagram which shows the control timing of the hold information in the hold notice effect. (A)-(d) is a schematic diagram which shows the control timing of a hold notice effect.

[First Embodiment]
A pachinko slot machine (rotating game machine, hereinafter referred to as “pachislot”) in the present embodiment will be described below with reference to FIGS.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachi-slot 10 includes a rectangular parallelepiped main body 11 having an open front surface, and a front door 12 that is pivotally supported with respect to an edge side of the main body 11 so as to be capable of rotating and opening. On the front door 12, an effect display means 14 for effecting display during a game (during a variable game) and an effect display device 14 as a notification means, a decorative lamp La that emits various effect effect lights, and a speaker Sp for sound effects Are arranged.

  A central panel 15 provided in the center of the front surface of the front door 12 is provided with a see-through window 16 through which the inside of the machine can be seen, and a symbol display means that is separate from the effect display device 14 is provided inside the machine. A drum unit 13 is provided. The drum unit 13 includes a left reel 13L, a middle reel 13C, and a right reel 13R each having a translucent belt-like reel sheet on which various 21 symbols are printed in a predetermined order. It is composed of

  In each of the reels in this embodiment, a symbol imitating “bell” (bell symbol), a symbol decorated with the letters “REPLAY” (replay symbol), and a symbol imitating “watermelon” (watermelon symbol) ), And a pattern that imitates “cherry” (cherry pattern). Hereinafter, each symbol may be referred to as “bell”, “replay”, “watermelon”, or “cherry” without “design”.

  Each reel (left reel 13L, middle reel 13C, and right reel 13R) is provided side by side. Each reel is configured to rotate and stop in the vertical direction independently by a stepping motor provided corresponding to each reel, and various symbols are continuously displayed on the see-through window 16 as each reel rotates. Displayed (changed) while changing. When the rotation of each reel is stopped, three consecutive symbols out of a plurality of symbols on each reel are stopped and displayed on the fluoroscopic window 16 at the upper, middle, and lower positions. Each reel is provided with reel sensors SE1, SE2, SE3 (shown in FIG. 3) for detecting their rotational positions, corresponding to the reel sensors.

  Further, the pachislot 10 has a plurality (five in this embodiment) of symbol stop lines that define combinations of symbols to be stopped (derived display results) in a symbol display region that can be seen through from the perspective window 16. Is formed. In this embodiment, as a symbol stop line, a combination of one winning line L1 (shown by a solid line) that can be determined as a winning combination of symbols that are stopped and displayed, and a combination of symbols that are stopped and displayed cannot be determined as winning. Four non-winning lines L2 to L5 (shown by broken lines) are formed.

  In the see-through window 16, a winning line L1 (valid) is formed by the symbol stop positions D2, D5, and D8 among the symbol stop positions D1 to D9 where symbols of each column are stopped and displayed. Further, a non-winning line L2 (invalid) is formed by the symbol stop positions D1, D4, D7, and a non-winning line L3 (invalid) is formed by the symbol stop positions D3, D6, D9. Further, a non-winning line L4 (invalid) is formed by the symbol stop positions D1, D5, D9, and a non-winning line L5 (invalid) is formed by the symbol stop positions D3, D5, D7. In addition, the central panel 15 is configured with various information display units 17 that notify information related to the variable game.

  The front door 12 is provided with a medal slot 18. Behind the medal slot 18, a medal sensor SE4 (shown in FIG. 3) that detects passage of medals is disposed. The front door 12 is provided with a BET button 19 and a MAXBET button 20 in order from the left. The BET button 19 is a button that is pressed (operated) when betting (betting) one bet (one) from the credits stored and stored inside the machine as the number of bets (the number of bets) of the variable game. The MAXBET button 20 is used to bet (bet) a maximum bet number of bets allowed in a single variable game (three bets (three) in the present embodiment) as the bet number of the variable game. A button to be pressed (operated).

  Further, a settlement switch 21 is provided on the front door 12. The settlement switch 21 is a switch that is used (operated) when paying back a medal (game medium) betted at the start of a variable game or a credit stored and stored inside the machine. A start lever 22 is provided at the right position of the checkout switch 21 as a game start operation means that is operated when a variable game is started. In the present embodiment, the rotation of each reel is started by operating the start lever 22 after the setting of the number of bets is completed.

  At the right position of the start lever 22, stop buttons 23L, 23C and 23R are provided as derivation operation accepting means operated by the player. The stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R are buttons for stopping the rotating reel, and there are three stop buttons corresponding to each reel.

  In addition, a medal discharge port 24 is formed at a lower central portion on the front surface of the front door 12. In addition, a tray 25 for receiving medals discharged from the medal discharge port 24 is disposed at the lower part of the front surface of the front door 12.

  Further, as indicated by a broken line in FIG. 1, a hopper 26 for storing inserted medals is disposed inside the pachislot 10 at a position below the drum unit 13 in the pachislot 10 main body. When the medal discharge port 24 is located below the hopper 26 and the combination of symbols becomes a predetermined award mode (combination) for giving a prize medal to the player, medals stored in the hopper 26 are stored. It is paid out to the medal outlet 24. A medal selector 27 is disposed below the medal slot 18 on the back side of the front door 12 so as to connect the medal slot 18 and the hopper 26.

Next, an operation for a player to play a variable game as a game, and operating states of various devices accompanying this operation will be described.
In a state where medals can be inserted into the floating game or each BET button 19 or 20 can be operated, a predetermined bet number is set by operating each BET button 19 or 20. The winning line is activated and the execution of the variable game is allowed.

  When the number of bets is set as described above and the operation of the start lever 22 is acceptable, that is, when the player performs the start operation of the start lever 22 while the game can be started, each reel of the drum unit 13 rotates. In addition, a plurality of types of symbols are displayed on the see-through window 16 so as to change continuously. Thereafter, when each reel rotates and a predetermined time elapses, the operation of each stop button 23L, 23C, 23R can be accepted. Subsequently, when each stop button 23L, 23C, 23R is operated by the player, each corresponding reel is stopped, and symbols are displayed on the fluoroscopic window 16 in the upper, middle and lower rows of the corresponding row.

  When all of the reels are stopped, a winning combination occurs when the combination of symbols stopped and displayed on the winning line forms a predetermined award mode. It is given to the player.

  The one-time variable game in this embodiment starts with the start operation of the start lever 22 after the bet number is set, and the combination of symbols is stopped and displayed by the stop operation of the stop buttons 23L, 23C, 23R. The process ends when the control related to the payout of medals is completed.

Next, with reference to FIG. 2, a combination of symbols that are stopped and displayed on the winning line in the pachi-slot 10 of the present embodiment will be described.
As shown in FIG. 2, a combination of symbols (stop result) that can be stopped and displayed on a winning line based on a winning combination determined internally, and a prize corresponding to the combination of symbols are determined.

  Specifically, when none of the symbol combinations that can be stopped and displayed based on the winning combination shown in FIG. 2 is stopped and displayed on the winning line, no prize medal is given to the player (one or more prizes). No medal). In the following description, a combination of symbols in the case where a winning line is formed by a combination of symbols not corresponding to any of those shown in FIG.

  In addition, when [CHERRY / ANY / ANY] is stopped and displayed on the winning line, two prize medals are paid out. It should be noted that any symbol (“ANY”) may be used as the symbol that is stopped and displayed at the stop position of the middle reel 13C and the right reel 13R that form the winning line. In the following description, a winning mode (combination of symbols) that forms a winning line by [Cherry / ANY / ANY] is referred to as “cherry stop eye”. The cherry stop eye can be awarded (can be stopped) by determining the “cherry role” as the winning role.

  When [Watermelon / Watermelon / Watermelon] is stopped and displayed on the winning line, it is determined that six award medals are paid out. In the following description, a prize mode in which a winning line is formed by [watermelon / watermelon / watermelon] is referred to as “watermelon stop eye”. This watermelon stop eye can be won by determining the “watermelon role” as the winning role.

  Further, when [Bell Bell Bell] is stopped and displayed on the winning line, it is determined that 12 prize medals are paid out. In the following description, a prize mode in which a winning line is formed by [Bell Bell Bell] is referred to as a “bell stop eye”. The stoppage of the bell can be won by determining “Bell” as the winning role.

In the present embodiment, these “cherry role”, “watermelon role”, and “bell role” are the winning roles (payout roles) that determine the awarding of award medals based on winning.
In addition, when [Replay / Replay / Replay] is stopped and displayed on the winning line, it is determined that the above-mentioned replay is given. Hereinafter, the award mode in which a winning line is formed by [Replay / Replay / Replay] is referred to as “normal stop eye”. The normal stop eye can be awarded by determining a normal replay role (ordinary winning combination) as a winning combination.

  In addition to the [Replay / Replay / Bell] shown in FIG. 2, when [Replay / Belle / Replay] and [Bell / Replay / Replay] (not shown) are stopped and displayed on the winning line, the above-mentioned replay is performed. It stipulates that a game be granted. Hereinafter, an award mode in which a winning line is formed by [Replay / Replay / Bell] or the like is referred to as “first special stop eye”. The first special stop eye can be awarded as a winning combination by determining the first special replay combination.

  In addition to the [Replay / Replay / Watermelon] shown in FIG. 2, when [Replay / Watermelon / Replay] / [Watermelon / Replay / Replay] (not shown) are stopped and displayed on the winning line, the above-mentioned replay is performed. It stipulates that a game be granted. Hereinafter, an award mode in which a winning line is formed by [Replay / Replay / Watermelon] or the like is referred to as a “second special stop eye”. The second special stop eye can be awarded as a winning combination by determining the second special replay combination. The first special stop eye and the second special stop eye may be referred to as a special stop eye, and the first special replay role and the second special replay role may be referred to as a special replay role.

  Further, when [Bell / Replay / Watermelon] is stopped and displayed on the winning line, it is determined that the above-mentioned replay is given. Hereinafter, an award mode in which a winning line is formed by [Bell / Replay / Watermelon] is referred to as “rush stop eye”. This rush stoppage can be won by determining the rush replay role as the winning role.

  Note that in the present embodiment, these various replay combinations are replay combinations that are determined to be replayed based on winning. Further, in the above-described re-game, the player can play a variable game without betting the number of bets, and no prize medal is given to the player (one or more prize medals are not given).

  Further, in the present embodiment, “cherry role”, “watermelon role”, “bell role”, and “replay role” that allow the occurrence of winning of each award such as payout of award medals or replaying by winning of each award mode. The winning role is a small role.

  In addition, the pachi-slot 10 of the present embodiment is equipped with an RT function (re-game role probability variation function) for controlling by changing the winning probability of the replay role. This RT function may control the state to a low probability RT game in which the RT function is inactive and the winning probability of the combined replay combination is set to the low probability lottery state (low probability). On the other hand, the RT function activates the RT function, and the winning probability of the combined replay role is changed (improved) from the low probability lottery state to the high probability lottery state (high probability). It may be controlled.

Next, the electrical configuration of the pachislot machine 10 shown in FIG. 3 will be described.
A main control board 40 that controls the entire gaming machine is mounted on the back side of the pachislot machine 10. The main control board 40 executes various processes, calculates various control signals (control commands) according to the processing results, and outputs the control signals. In addition, a sub-control board 41 is mounted on the rear side of the machine to execute effect control according to the gaming state. The sub-control board 41 receives various control signals output from the main control board 40 and executes predetermined control based on the control signals.

  The main control board 40 includes a main control CPU 40a that executes control operations in a predetermined procedure, a main control ROM 40b that stores a control program for the main control CPU 40a, and a main control RAM 40c that can write and read necessary data. Is provided. Further, each reel (left reel 13L, middle reel 13C and right reel 13R) constituting the drum unit 13, reel sensors SE1 to SE3, and medal sensor SE4 are connected to the main control CPU 40a. Various information display units 17 are connected to the main control CPU 40a. Further, the BET button 19, the MAXBET button 20, the settlement switch 21, the start lever 22, the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R, and the hopper 26 are connected to the main control CPU 40a.

  A position signal is input to the main control CPU 40a from the connected reel sensors SE1 to SE3 in accordance with the symbol (rotational position of each rotating reel) displayed on the see-through window 16. Then, the main control CPU 40a specifies the rotation position and stop position of each reel from the position signal, and controls the rotation and stop of each reel based on the position signal.

  The medal detection signal indicating that a medal has been detected is input to the main control CPU 40a every time the medal sensor SE4 detects a medal from the connected medal sensor SE4. Further, when the connected BET button 19, MAXBET button 20, checkout switch 21, start lever 22, and stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R are operated, the main control CPU 40a indicates that each button has been operated. Various operation signals are input.

  Further, the main control CPU 40a executes random number update processing (random number generation processing) for updating values of various random numbers such as winning combination determination random numbers used in various lotteries at predetermined intervals. The winning combination determination random number is a random number used when the main control CPU 40a determines a combination (winning combination based on the winning information group) according to the winning combination determination table. The winning information group determined by the main control CPU 40a is associated with one or more winning combinations that can be won in the variable game. In the winning information group, when a single winning combination is associated, it means a single winning of the winning combination, and when a plurality of winning combinations are associated, it means overlapping winning of these winning combinations. For this reason, the main control CPU 40a determines a winning combination for winning by determining a winning information group.

  The main control ROM 40b stores a main control program. In addition, the main control ROM 40b stores a plurality of winning combination determination tables in which internal winning probabilities for each gaming state and for each winning information group are defined as ranges for assigning winning combination determining random numbers.

  Further, in the main control ROM 40b, a stop table of symbol combinations for each combination is determined in advance. The stop table is a table in which symbols to be stopped and displayed are determined for each combination according to the operation timing when each stop button 23L, 23C, 23R is operated. The main control RAM 40c stores (sets) various information that can be appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachislot 10.

  The sub-control board 41 includes a sub-control CPU 41a that executes control operations in a predetermined procedure, a sub-control ROM 41b that stores a control program for the sub-control CPU 41a, and a sub-control RAM 41c that can write and read necessary data. Is provided. The effect display device 14, the speaker Sp, and the decoration lamp La are connected to the sub control CPU 41a.

  The sub-control CPU 41a executes random number update processing (random number generation processing) for updating various random number values used in various lotteries at predetermined intervals. The sub-control program is stored in the sub-control ROM 41b. In addition, the sub control ROM 41b displays a display effect pattern indicating the display effect mode of the effect display device 14, a sound effect pattern indicating the sound output mode of the speaker Sp, and a light emission effect indicating the light emission mode of the decoration lamp La. A pattern is stored. The sub-control RAM 41c stores (sets) various information that can be appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachislot 10. Specifically, the sub control RAM 41c stores (sets) sub state information (such as an effect flag) relating to the gaming state by the sub control CPU 41a.

Here, the winning combination determination tables T1 and T2 stored in the main control ROM 40b shown in FIG. 4 will be described.
In the main control ROM 40b, the type of the winning information group to be the lottery object and the winning probability of each winning information group to be the lottery object (random values distributed to each winning information group to be the lottery object (in the range of random values) A table in which the number based on the game state is tabulated is stored. Each winning combination determination table is used by the main control CPU 40a according to the gaming state. The winning combination determination table T1 is associated with the low probability RT game, and the winning combination determination table T2 is associated with the high probability RT game.

  As shown in FIG. 4A, in the winning combination determination tables T1 and T2, the winning probabilities of the cherry, watermelon, bell, and replay roles based on the winning information group are defined. In the general game, the winning combination random number is distributed so that the winning probability of the replay role is higher in the high probability RT game (1 / 1.9) than in the low probability RT game (1 / 7.3). ing.

  For this reason, in this embodiment, in the high-reliability RT game in which the winning probability of the replay role is set to the high-probability lottery state, the consumption (injection) of medals held by the player is reduced as much as re-games are easily given. Can be given to the player. Such a high-definition RT game is an advantageous state for the player.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 4B, the winning probability of the replay role is the winning information group in which the normal replay role (unquestioned) is associated with the low probability RT game (winning role determination table T1), and the rush replay role. And the winning probability of each of the winning information groups in which overlapping winnings of the normal replay combination are associated with each other. Note that the rush overlap replay group 1 and the rush overlap replay group 2 are set in the winning information group in which the overlapping winnings of the rush replay role and the normal replay role are associated with each other.

  Further, the winning probability of the replay role is a winning combination of the winning information group in which the normal replay role (unquestioned) is associated with the first special replay role and the normal replay role in the high probability RT game (winning role determination table T2). Each winning probability is defined for a winning information group that is associated with a winning information group that is associated with a duplicate winning combination of the second special replay role and the normal replay role. In the figure, a winning information group in which overlapping winnings of the first special replay role and the normal replaying role are associated with each other, and a winning information group in which overlapping winnings of the second special replay role and the normal replay role are associated with each other. In addition, it is shown as a winning information group in which overlapping winnings of the special replay role and the normal replay role are associated with each other. A first special overlap replay group 1 to a first special overlap replay group 6 are set in the winning information group in which the overlapping winnings of the first special replay role and the normal replay role are associated with each other. In addition, a second special overlapping replay group 1 to a second special overlapping replay group 6 are set in the winning information group in which the overlapping winnings of the second special replay role and the normal replay role are associated with each other.

  In addition, the winning probability of the bell role defines the sum of the winning probabilities of the winning information groups associated with the bell role. In the winning information group for the bell role, the bell group 1 to the bell group 6 are set.

  In the following description, the phrase “winning a normal replay role” means winning a winning information group associated with a normal replay role (unquestioned). Further, the “winning of the rush replay role” means winning of the rush duplication replay group 1 and the rush duplication replay group 2. In addition, the “winning of the first special replay combination” means winning of the first special overlapping replay group 1 to the first special overlapping replay group 6. In addition, the “winning of the second special replay role” means winning of the second special overlapping replay group 1 to the second special overlapping replay group 6. The term “special replay winning” means winning of the first special overlapping replay group 1 to the first special overlapping replay group 6 and the second special overlapping replay group 1 to the second special overlapping replay group 6. . In addition, the phrase “winning of the bell role” means winning of the bell group 1 to the bell group 6. The term “cherry winning” means winning of a winning information group associated with a single winning cherry. The term “watermelon winning” means winning of a winning information group associated with a single watermelon winning. In addition, the “rush entry award” means a stop display of a rush stop based on a rush replay role associated with each rush duplication replay group. In addition, the term “first special prize” means a stop display of a special stop eye based on a special replay combination associated with each first special overlapping replay group. In addition, the term “second special prize” means a stop display of a special stop eye based on a special replay combination associated with each second special overlapping replay group. The term “special prize” means a stop display of a special stop eye based on a special replay combination associated with each special overlapping replay group.

Hereinafter, processing related to the variable game executed by the main control CPU 40a based on the main control program will be described.
When the main control CPU 40a receives various operation signals, the main control CPU 40a executes predetermined control determined by the various operation signals. The main control CPU 40a executes display control of the various information display units 17 each time by inputting various operation signals and performing various controls.

  The main control CPU 40a sets a bet number when a medal is inserted from the medal insertion slot 18 or when an operation signal of each BET button 19 or 20 is input, and changes when a predetermined bet number is set. A state where a game can be started is generated. Then, when a state in which the game can be started occurs, the main control CPU 40a outputs a game start enable command indicating that to the sub control board 41 (sub control CPU 41a).

  Subsequently, the main control CPU 40a performs a role lottery (internal lottery) when an operation signal of the start lever 22 is input in a state where the game can be started. In this lottery, the main control CPU 40a acquires the value of the winning combination determination random number from the main control RAM 40c, and among the winning combination determination tables stored in the main control ROM 40b, the winning combination determination table corresponding to the gaming state. Then, it is determined whether or not the acquired value belongs to the value range of each winning combination, and a winning information group to be won is determined. As described above, the main control CPU 40a determines the winning combination of the winning combination associated with the winning information group by determining the winning information group. Note that the main control CPU 40a is able to specify the game state by setting state information (such as a flag) indicating the game state in the main control RAM 40c. In the present embodiment, the main control CPU 40a that performs the role lottery in this way functions as a winning combination lottery means.

  When determining the winning information group, the main control CPU 40a stores (sets) in the main control RAM 40c role information (such as a flag) indicating the type of winning combination associated with the determined winning information group. When the main control CPU 40a determines that a small role is won, the main control RAM 40c becomes small by the end of the variable game (one time) subject to the role lottery regardless of whether or not the small role is won. Erase (clear) the role information of the role. For this reason, the small combination becomes a winning combination that cannot be carried over the next and subsequent variable games regardless of whether or not a winning decision is made.

  Further, the main control CPU 40a instructs the start of the variable game at the timing when the operation of the start lever 22 by the player is detected (after performing a predetermined process such as a role lottery), and displays the lottery result of the role lottery. The illustrated variable game start command is output to the sub control board 41 (sub control CPU 41a). This variable game start command instructs a combination of a plurality of combination information if the winning combination is duplicate. The main control CPU 40a detects the operation of the start lever 22 by the player, and in a state where the wait time has elapsed since the end of the immediately preceding variable game, each reel is started so as to start the rotation operation of each reel. Control.

  Subsequently, when the CPU 40a for main control inputs various operation signals of the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R based on the player's operation, it performs control (stop control) for stopping the reels corresponding to the various operation signals. Further, the main control CPU 40a specifies information on fluctuation or stop of each reel based on position signals from the reel sensors SE1 to SE3 corresponding to each reel. The main control CPU 40a maintains the rotating operation without performing stop control on the rotating reel until various operation signals are input from the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R. When the main control CPU 40a inputs various operation signals of the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R, it outputs various reel stop commands to the sub control CPU 41a. In this way, the main control CPU 40a that performs stop control of each reel based on the stop operation by the player of the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R functions as a derivation control means.

  Subsequently, the main control CPU 40a makes a winning determination when all the reels are stopped and the symbol combination is stopped and displayed. In this winning determination, the main control CPU 40a identifies the combination of symbols stopped and displayed on the winning line from the position signal input as each reel stops, and the combination information (winning) stored in the main control RAM 40c is determined. It is determined whether or not the combination of symbols corresponding to the combination is stopped and displayed on the winning line. When the combination of symbols stopped and displayed on the winning line is the winning mode corresponding to the winning information, the main control CPU 40a determines the winning (affirming) of the winning combination based on the winning information. If the winning mode does not correspond to, the winning combination non-winning (denial) based on the combination information, that is, the winning combination based on the combination information is determined to be missed. In the present embodiment, the main control CPU 40a that determines the winning combination in this way functions as a winning determination means.

  When the main control CPU 40a determines winning in the winning determination, the main control CPU 40a is the same as the control for shifting the gaming state, the control for paying out the medal according to the winning mode determined as the winning, and the variable game for which the winning is determined. Control for setting the bet number is performed, and a winning instruction command indicating that the winning is determined is output to the sub-control board 41. In the present embodiment, the main control CPU 40a that assigns the game value based on the winning combination in this way functions as the game value giving means.

Here, the stop control performed by the main control CPU 40a will be described in detail.
The main control CPU 40a stops each reel within a predetermined range (maximum of 4 symbols) from the timing when each stop button 23L, 23C, 23R is operated by the player based on the determined winning information group. The combination of symbols is stopped and displayed. When the main control CPU 40a stops each reel that is rotating, a combination of symbols based on the winning table selected and the stop table stored in the main control ROM 40b from the operation timing of each stop button 23L, 23C, 23R. Perform stop control to display By performing stop control in this way, each reel does not necessarily stop at the timing of the stop operation by the player of the stop buttons 23L, 23C, 23R, but the timing of the stop operation by the player and the timing at which each reel stops. May not match (so-called “slip”).

  For this reason, the main control CPU 40a, when each of the reels has four or less portions of other types of symbols sandwiched between the types of symbols to be stopped, as a result of the slip control, It is possible to stop and display the type of symbols that you want to stop on the winning line. On the other hand, the main control CPU 40a, in each reel, if the other types of symbols sandwiched between the types of symbols to be stopped have five or more portions, any winnings can be achieved even with slip control. In some cases, it is not possible to stop and display the kind of symbols to be stopped on the line.

In the present embodiment, the control performed based on the pressing order of operating the three stop buttons is different when a predetermined winning combination is won.
In the present embodiment, for each winning information group in a predetermined winning combination, a winning push order for stopping and displaying a stop eye for winning the predetermined winning combination, and a stopping eye not allowing the predetermined winning combination to be won. The order of pushing for spilling to stop display is determined.

  The main control CPU 40a stops and displays a stop eye for winning the predetermined winning combination on the winning line by changing the winning order based on the winning of the predetermined winning combination. On the other hand, the main control CPU 40a stops and displays a stop eye that does not allow the predetermined winning combination to be won on the winning line by making a push order for missing based on the winning of the predetermined winning combination.

  Specifically, the main control CPU 40a stops and displays the cherry stop eye regardless of the timing of the stop operation by the player when the cherry role is won. Further, the main control CPU 40a stops and displays the watermelon stop eye regardless of the timing of the stop operation by the player when the watermelon role is won.

  Further, the main control CPU 40a stops and displays the bell stop eye when the stop order by the player is the pushing order for winning to stop the bell stop eye when winning the bell role. This bell stop eye can be stopped and displayed regardless of the timing of the stop operation by the player. On the other hand, the main control CPU 40a stops the bell spillage when the player presses the stop operation when the player plays the bell role, not the winning push order to stop the bell stop eye but the bell spill press order. The eyes (for example, [Bell / Bell / Replay] etc.) are stopped and displayed, and a missing bell role is generated. This bell-spilling stop eye can also be stopped and displayed regardless of the timing of the stop operation by the player.

  For example, in the bell group 1, a pressing order for bell winning of [left middle right] is determined, and a pressing order for bell spilling other than [left middle right] is determined. For this reason, in the bell group 1 to the bell group 6, the pressing order of “6 choices” based on all stop buttons to be stopped is determined.

  Further, the main control CPU 40a stops and displays the rush stop eye when the rush replay role is won and the stop operation push order by the player is the rush stop push order to stop the rush stop eye. The entry stop eye can be stopped and displayed regardless of the timing of the stop operation by the player. On the other hand, the main control CPU 40a, when the rush replay role is won, when the pushing order of the stop operation by the player is not the pushing order for the rush entry, but the normal winning push order for stopping the normal stop eye, Stop eye stop. The normal stop eye can also be stopped and displayed regardless of the timing of the stop operation by the player.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 4B, in this embodiment, a specific entry for stopping and displaying the rush stop eye (shown as “rush” in FIG. 4B) for each rush overlap replay group. The order of pushing for the rush prize to be a stop operation is respectively determined. Further, in order to correspond to this, the order of pushing for normal winning, which is a normal stop operation for stopping and displaying the normal stop eye for each rush overlapping replay group, is determined.

  For example, in the rush overlap replay group 1, a push order for a rush entry of [middle left and right] and [middle right and left] is defined, and a normal push order other than [middle left and right] and [middle right and left] is defined. ing. In addition, the rush overlap replay group 2 has a push order for rush entry of [right left middle] and [right middle left], and a normal push order other than [right left middle] and [right middle left]. It has been established. In addition, in the rush duplication replay group 1 and the rush duplication replay group 2, regardless of the type of winning information group, a normal push order in which [middle] [right] is the first is determined, and [left] The push order for the first entry prize is not set. For this reason, in the rush overlap replay group 1 and the rush overlap replay group 2, the push order of “no left 2 choices” that does not exist for the rush prize, in which [left] is the first, is determined. In addition, when the rush duplication replay group is won, the replay is given to the player in the same way regardless of the combination of symbols that are stopped on the winning line. Will be.

  In addition, when the special replay role is won, the main control CPU 40a stops and displays the special stop eye if the stop order of the stop operation by the player is the special winning push order for stopping the special stop eye. This special stop eye can be stopped and displayed regardless of the timing of the stop operation by the player. On the other hand, when the special replay role is won, the main control CPU 40a does not normally press the stop operation by the player in the normal winning push order that stops the normal stop eye instead of the special winning push order. Stop eye stop. The normal stop eye can also be stopped and displayed regardless of the timing of the stop operation by the player.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 4 (b), in the present embodiment, a special stop eye (shown as “special” in FIG. 4 (b)) for each special overlapping replay group is stopped and displayed. The order of pushing for special winning prizes, which is a stop operation, is determined. Further, in order to cope with this, the order of pushing for normal winning, which is a normal stop operation for stopping and displaying the normal stop eye for each special overlapping replay group, is determined.

  For example, the special overlap replay group 1 has a [left middle right] push order for a rush entry and a normal push order other than [left middle right]. Therefore, in each of the special overlap replay group 1 to each special overlap replay group 6, the pressing order of “6 options” based on all stop buttons to be stopped is determined.

Further, the main control CPU 40a stops and displays the normal stop eye regardless of the stop operation by the player when the normal replay combination (unquestioned) is won.
Then, any winning combination of the small combination is not determined, that is, when the extraordinary combination is won, the main control CPU 40a stops and displays the stoppage stop regardless of the timing of the stop operation by the player.

Next, with reference to FIG. 5, the mode of transition of the gaming state controlled by the main control CPU 40a based on the variable game according to the gaming state will be described.
The main control CPU 40a outputs a state instruction command indicating the controlled gaming state to the sub-control board 41 before the output of the change game start command at the start of the change game.

  As shown in FIG. 5, during the control of the low-probability RT game, the main control CPU 40a starts with the next floating game when the rush replay role is won and the rush prize is generated by the push order for the rush prize. Transition (rush) into RT games. That is, in the low-probability RT game, when the rush replay combination is won and the rush stop eye that becomes the rush-in prize is stopped and displayed, the transition condition to the high-probability RT game is satisfied. On the other hand, the main control CPU 40a continues the low-probability RT game from the next variable game without satisfying the transition condition to the high-probability RT game if the rush-in prize is not entered during the control of the low-probability RT game.

  Further, the main control CPU 40a shifts from the next variable game to the low-probability RT game when the bell role is won and the bell spills during the control of the high-probability RT game. In other words, in the high probability RT game, when the bell spill stop eye that becomes a bell spill is won and displayed, the transition condition to the low probability RT game is satisfied. On the other hand, when the bell spillage is not generated during the control of the high probability RT game, the main control CPU 40a continues the high probability RT game from the next variation game without satisfying the transition condition to the low probability RT game.

Next, a process related to a variable game executed by the sub control CPU 41a based on the sub control program will be described.
When the sub-control CPU 41a inputs each command such as a variable game start command or a winning instruction command, the display contents of the effect display device 14 and the sound of the speaker Sp so as to execute various effects based on the contents instructed by the commands. The output content and the light emission mode of the decoration lamp La are controlled. Further, since the sub-control CPU 41a can also specify the stop status of each reel, the winning combination can be identified from this stop status.

  Further, when the sub-control CPU 41a inputs the state instruction command, the sub-control RAM 41c stores (sets) an effect flag indicating which game state is controlled by the game state. The sub-control CPU 41a performs control to cause various effects each time a variable game start command or various reel stop commands are input.

  In addition, the sub control CPU 41a sets the effect flag indicating the type of effect state in the sub control RAM 41c in accordance with the gaming state specified by the state instruction command, thereby producing the effect of the effect display device 14 being controlled. Identify (manage) state. The production states in the present embodiment are classified into a plurality of types, and specific production states include a normal mode, a preparation mode, an ART normal mode, an ART special mode, and a highly accurate RT production. ing. The ART normal mode and the ART special mode may be referred to as ART mode. The sub-control CPU 41a selects image display data (particularly background image data) corresponding to an effect state that can be specified from the effect flag, and the effect display device 14 based on the selected image display data. Controls the display content (display image).

  The normal mode is an effect state that is performed in a situation where the gaming state is a low-probability RT game and the right to shift to the ART mode described later has not occurred. In this normal mode, the winning probability of the replay role is in a low-probability lottery state, and a rush lip navigation effect that assists (assists) the rush prize by notifying a specific stop operation corresponding to the winning rush replay role, This is a state in which a bell navigation effect for assisting (assisting) a bell winning by notifying a specific stop operation corresponding to the played bell combination is not performed.

  The preparation mode is an effect state that is performed in a situation in which the gaming state is a low-probability RT game and a right to shift to the ART mode described later is generated. In the preparation mode, the effect display device 14 is configured to be roughly the same as the display image for the normal mode, and a character image such as “in preparation” is displayed on the display screen. This preparation mode is a state in which the winning probability of the replay role is a low-probability lottery state as in the normal mode, while the rush lip navigation effect and the bell navigation effect are performed.

  The ART mode is an effect state that is performed when the game state is a high-definition RT game. This ART mode is a state in which the winning probability of the replay role is a high probability lottery state and a bell navigation effect is performed. Further, this ART mode is a state in which a special Lip Navi effect that assists (assists) a special prize by notifying a specific stop operation corresponding to the selected special replay role with a predetermined probability.

  The high-definition RT effect is an effect state that is performed when the gaming state is a high-definition RT game. This high-definition RT effect is a state in which the winning probability of the replay role is in a high-probability lottery state and various Lip Navi effects and bell navigation effects are not performed. It should be noted that in various navigation effects, the push order for various winnings, which is a specific stop operation, corresponds to the specific operation condition.

Here, characteristic control related to each effect state will be described. First, control related to the normal mode will be described.
The sub-control CPU 41a performs processing based on winning of the winning combination and winning (missing) during the normal mode (while setting the effect flag indicating the normal mode). During the normal mode, the replay role is a replay role that can be selected as a normal replay role (unquestioned) and a duplicate role of a rush replay role and a normal replay role. A winning combination of a normal replay winning combination with a winning combination and the rush replay winning may occur.

  In the normal mode, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the display content of the effect display device 14 so as not to execute the rush rep navigation effect or the bell navigation effect when the winning of the rush replay role or the bell role is instructed.

  Further, the sub-control CPU 41a performs the ART entry lottery when the winning of the small role is instructed. This ART rush lottery is performed by assigning random numbers to either winning or not winning so that a predetermined winning probability (for example, the total is about 1/300) based on the winning combination. Note that the sub-control CPU 41a generates a right to shift to the ART mode when winning in the ART entry lottery. On the other hand, if the sub-control CPU 41a does not win in the ART entry lottery, the sub-control CPU 41a does not generate the right to shift to the ART mode.

  Further, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the number of released games (so-called “ceiling game number”) when the ART mode or the high-definition RT effect ends and shifts to the normal mode. Then, the sub-control CPU 41a generates a right to shift to the ART mode when the number of times of the variable game performed in the normal mode reaches the number of released games.

  Further, when generating the right to shift to the ART mode, the sub control CPU 41a sets a value indicating the generation of the right to shift to the ART mode to the ART flag stored in the predetermined storage area of the sub control RAM 41c. . The ART flag is set with a value indicating that the right to enter the ART mode has not been generated when the right to enter the ART mode has not occurred. Further, when a value indicating the generation of the right to shift to the ART mode is set in the ART flag, it is possible to shift to the ART normal mode, and when the ART mode is subsequently switched, the ART mode is terminated and the ART flag is set to the ART mode. A value indicating that the right to transfer to is not generated is set.

  When the sub-control CPU 41a sets a value indicating the generation of the right to shift to the ART mode in the ART flag, the sub-control CPU 41a notifies the generation of the right to shift to the ART mode from the variable game or the variable game after a predetermined number of times. To prepare mode. At this time, the sub-control CPU 41a sets an effect flag indicating the preparation mode.

  In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the stop operation by the player does not satisfy the predetermined operation conditions unless the stop button 23L is operated first in each variable game in the normal mode. , Give a penalty that would be disadvantageous for the player. For example, as a penalty, control is performed so that the ART rush lottery is not performed, or the ART rush lottery is performed but is not always won. Further, in the present embodiment, a configuration in which the stop button 23L cannot be stopped and displayed by the first stop operation of the stop button 23L, that is, the push order in which the stop button 23L is first stopped is set as the push order for the rush entry prize. Not. As a result, during normal mode, if the ART flag is set to a value indicating that the right to transition to ART mode has not occurred, transition to ART mode, that is, transition to high-definition RT game is not expected. Become.

Next, control related to the preparation mode will be described. In addition, description is abbreviate | omitted about the control similar to normal mode, and control different from normal mode is demonstrated.
The sub-control CPU 41a performs processing based on winning of the winning combination and winning (missing) during the preparation mode (while setting the effect flag indicating the preparation mode).

  Further, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the display content of the effect display device 14 so that the bell navigation effect is performed when the winning of the bell role is instructed during the preparation mode. For this reason, during the preparation mode, an effect is performed so as to assist the bell winning, and the player wins a bell when the player performs a game according to the bell navigation effect.

  In the effect display device 14, three images simulating stop buttons are displayed side by side, and a bell navigation effect is performed in such a manner that numbers “1”, “2”, and “3” are attached to the images. For example, in the case of the bell group 1, among the three images, “1” is attached to the left image, “2” is attached to the middle image, and “3” is attached to the right image. Is informed so that the player can specify that the stop operation should be performed in the pressing order of [left middle right].

  Also, the sub-control CPU 41a, when a winning entry of a rush replay role whose stop mode changes depending on the pressing order of the stop buttons among the small roles is instructed, a rush lip navigation effect that assists the rush prize with the start of the variable game. The display content of the effect display device 14 is controlled so that For this reason, during the preparation mode, an effect is performed so as to assist the rush-in prize, and a rush-in prize is generated when the player plays the game according to the rush-up navigation effect.

  In the effect display device 14, three images imitating the stop button are displayed side by side, and the entry rep navigation effect is performed in such a manner that a number “1” is attached to one of the three images. For example, in the case of the rush duplication replay group 1, if “1” is attached to the middle image among the three images, the player should be instructed to stop the stop button 23C first. To be identified.

  Then, the sub-control CPU 41a shifts from the next variable game to the ART normal mode when entering the winning prize during the preparation mode. At this time, the sub-control CPU 41a sets an effect flag indicating the ART normal mode. Incidentally, the gaming state at this time shifts from the low probability RT game to the high probability RT game. In the preparation mode, unlike the normal mode, the sub-control CPU 41a does not perform ART entry lottery and does not give a penalty.

Next, control related to the ART normal mode will be described.
The sub-control CPU 41a performs processing based on winning of the winning combination and winning a prize during the ART normal mode (during the setting of the effect flag indicating the ART normal mode). During the ART normal mode, as a replay role, a normal replay role (unquestioned) and a duplicate role of a special replay role and a normal replay role can be won. A winning combination of a replay role and a normal replay role that wins the special replay role may occur.

  The sub-control CPU 41a controls the display content of the effect display device 14 so as to execute the bell navigation effect when the winning of the bell role is instructed during the ART normal mode. That is, during the ART normal mode, the performance is performed so that the avoidance of bell spillage is assisted and the bell winning is assisted. Note that in the ART normal mode, a bell winning is generated when the player follows the bell navigator effect when winning the bell role.

  Further, the sub-control CPU 41a shifts to the normal mode if the bell combination is missed during the ART normal mode. At this time, the sub-control CPU 41a sets an effect flag indicating the normal mode. Incidentally, the gaming state at this time shifts from a high-probability RT game to a low-probability RT game.

  Further, when starting control in the ART normal mode, the sub control CPU 41a stores a value indicating the upper limit number (initial number) of the variable game in the ART normal mode in the normal remaining G number allocated to the sub control RAM 41c. . In the present embodiment, “40” is defined as the initial number of times (initial reference number). Then, the sub-control CPU 41a subtracts “1” from the normal remaining G number every time the variable game is performed during the ART normal mode. In this way, the sub control CPU 41a counts the number of executions of the variable game executed in the ART normal mode (ART mode).

  Further, when the normal remaining G number is “0 (zero)”, the sub-control CPU 41a, as a rule, shifts from the next variable game to the high-definition RT effect. At this time, the sub-control CPU 41a sets an effect flag indicating a highly accurate RT effect. Incidentally, the gaming state at this time is a high-precision RT game. Further, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a value indicating that the right to shift to the ART mode has not occurred in the ART flag in accordance with the shift from the ART mode to the high-accuracy RT effect.

  Further, during the ART normal mode, the sub-control CPU 41a performs a special transfer lottery (denoted simply as “transfer lottery” in FIG. 5) for determining whether or not to shift from the ART normal mode to the ART special mode. This special transfer lottery is performed by assigning random numbers to either winning or not winning so that a predetermined winning probability is obtained based on the winning combination. When the sub-control CPU 41a is won in this special transition lottery, the sub-control CPU 41a shifts to the ART special mode from the next variable game. At this time, the sub-control CPU 41a sets an effect flag indicating the ART special mode. Incidentally, the gaming state at this time is a high-precision RT game.

On the other hand, if the sub-control CPU 41a does not win the special transition lottery during the ART normal mode, the sub-control CPU 41a does not shift to the ART special mode but continues to stay in the ART normal mode.
Further, the sub-control CPU 41a performs a special Lip Navi lottery for determining whether or not to execute the special Lip Navi effect when the special replay winning combination is instructed during the ART normal mode. When the sub-control CPU 41a is won in this special Lip Navi lottery, the display content of the effect display device 14 is controlled so that a special Lip Navi effect assisting the special winning is performed with the start of the variable game. For this reason, during the ART normal mode, an effect is performed so as to assist the special winning, and a special winning occurs when the player plays the game according to the special Lip Navi effect.

  The effect display device 14 displays three images imitating the stop button side by side, and a special Lip Navi effect is performed in the same manner as the Bell Navi effect with the numbers “1”, “2”, and “3” respectively. . As described above, when the special replay combination is won, the sub-control CPU 41a notifies the special win order in the ART normal mode (ART mode), and as a result, the stop button is pushed in the special win order. A special prize is awarded when the operation is stopped.

Next, control related to the ART special mode will be described.
The sub-control CPU 41a performs processing based on winning and winning of the winning combination during the ART special mode (during the setting of the effect flag indicating the ART special mode). Even during the ART special mode, as the replay role, the normal replay role (unquestioned) and the duplicated role of the special replay role and the normal replay role can be won, and the normal replay role (unquestioned) and special A winning combination of a replay role and a normal replay role that wins the special replay role may occur.

  The sub-control CPU 41a controls the display content of the effect display device 14 to execute the bell navigation effect when the winning of the bell role is instructed during the ART special mode. On the other hand, the sub-control CPU 41a shifts to the normal mode when the bell combination is missed during the ART special mode. At this time, the sub-control CPU 41a sets an effect flag indicating the normal mode. Incidentally, the gaming state at this time shifts from a high-probability RT game to a low-probability RT game.

  Further, when starting control in the ART special mode, the sub control CPU 41a stores a value indicating the upper limit number of times (initial number) of the variable game in the ART special mode in the special remaining G number assigned to the sub control RAM 41c. . In the present embodiment, “30” is defined as the initial number of times. Then, the sub-control CPU 41a subtracts “1” from the special remaining G number every time the variable game is performed during the ART special mode. In this way, the sub control CPU 41a counts the number of executions of the variable game executed in the ART special mode (ART mode). The sub-control CPU 41a maintains the normal remaining G number each time a variable game is performed during the ART special mode. In other words, the ART special mode can be said to be an effect state more advantageous than the ART normal mode because the normal remaining G number is not subtracted.

  Further, when the special remaining G number becomes “0”, the sub control CPU 41a shifts to the ART normal mode from the next variable game. At this time, the sub-control CPU 41a sets an effect flag indicating the ART normal mode. Incidentally, the gaming state at this time is a high-precision RT game. As described above, the ART special mode is an effect state that can be shifted from the ART normal mode and can shift to the ART normal mode after the end.

  Further, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not to execute the special Lip Navi effect when the special replay winning combination is instructed as in the ART special mode and the ART normal mode. Rip navigator lottery.

Next, control related to the high-definition RT effect will be described.
The sub-control CPU 41a performs processing based on winning of the winning combination and winning a prize during the high-definition RT effect (while setting the effect flag indicating the high-definition RT effect). In addition, even during high-definition RT production, as a replay role, a normal replay role (unquestioned) and a duplicated role of a special replay role and a normal replay role can be won, and a normal replay role (unquestioned), A special replay combination and a normal replay combination winning in duplicate with the special replay combination may occur.

  The sub-control CPU 41a does not execute the bell navigation effect even when the winning of the bell role is instructed during the highly accurate RT effect. Further, the sub-control CPU 41a does not execute the special Lip Navi effect even when the special replay winning combination is instructed during the high-definition RT effect.

  Further, the sub-control CPU 41a shifts to the normal mode when the bell combination is missed during the high-definition RT effect. At this time, the sub-control CPU 41a sets an effect flag indicating the normal mode. Incidentally, the gaming state at this time shifts from a high-probability RT game to a low-probability RT game.

  As described above, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the normal mode, the preparation mode, the ART normal mode, the ART special mode, and the highly accurate RT effect. In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a that executes such processing functions as a state control unit and a game execution number counting unit. In the present embodiment, the ART mode corresponds to the specific state, the ART normal mode corresponds to the first specific state, the ART special mode corresponds to the second specific state, and the normal mode corresponds to the normal state.

  In the present embodiment, in the ART mode, a winning combination suggestion effect in which a suggestion symbol indicating a winning combination is displayed is executed. This winning combination suggestion effect is an effect of stopping the suggestion symbol when the change game is started on the effect display device 14, and is an effect suggesting the winning combination by the display mode of the suggested symbol displayed stopped. .

  In the present embodiment, in the ART normal mode, there is a case where a hold notice effect suggesting the probability of shifting to the ART special mode is executed in a variation game to be executed in the future. This hold notice effect is an effect of displaying the reserved image on the effect display device 14, and is an effect suggesting the probability of shifting to the ART special mode depending on the display mode of the reserved image. Note that this reserved image can be said to be an extension suggestion image that suggests the degree of advantage of extending the control in the ART mode.

Here, with reference to FIGS. 6-11, the effect aspect of a winning combination suggestion effect and a reservation notice effect is demonstrated.
As shown in FIG. 6, the image display unit GH of the effect display device 14 includes a display area GH <b> 1 in which the suggested symbol SZ in the winning combination suggestion effect is displayed. The suggested symbol SZ in the display area GH1 is a symbol that is displayed separately from the symbols in each of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R, and is an image including a predetermined number (14 in the present embodiment) of lighting regions. It is an image in which the display mode is changed depending on the combination of lighting and extinguishing of the area.

  As a specific example, the suggestion symbol SZ shown in FIG. 7A is an image showing the winning of the cherry role. The suggestion symbol SZ shown in FIG. 7B is an image showing the winning of the watermelon role. The suggestion symbol SZ shown in FIG. 7C is an image showing the winning of the bell role. The suggestion symbol SZ shown in FIG. 7D is an image showing the winning of the normal replay role. The suggestion symbol SZ shown in FIG. 7E is an image showing the winning of the first special replay combination. The suggestion symbol SZ shown in FIG. 7F is an image showing the winning of the second special replay combination. The suggestion symbol SZ shown in FIG. 7G is an image showing the winning combination of the lost role.

  Such a suggestion symbol SZ is a symbol whose suggestion content is difficult to specify directly from the stop mode in which the indication is stopped. For example, in a 7-segment display device that has a numerical appearance by a combination of lighting and extinguishing of a lighting area, a numerical value can be directly specified by a combination of lighting and extinguishing of the lighting area. This is an aspect in which the suggested content can be specified numerically by visual recognition. In addition, for example, even in a meter display device that can express numerical values by lighting the lighting areas in a predetermined order, the numerical value is directly determined by the progress of lighting of the lighting areas and the number of lighting areas that are turned on. It is an aspect which can be specified and the suggestion content can be specified numerically by visual recognition of the numerical value.

  However, the suggestive symbol SZ in the present embodiment is an aspect in which the numerical appearance is not imitated by a combination of lighting and extinguishing of the lighting region, unlike the above-described seven-segment display device. Furthermore, although the suggestion symbol SZ in this embodiment is defined to the extent that the suggestion content can be predicted depending on the number of lighting areas that are lit, remember the combination of lighting and extinguishing of the lighting areas. However, unless the comparison is made with a medium that can confirm the combination, the suggested content cannot be specified numerically. In the present embodiment, even when the special replay combination is won, whether the special winning or the normal winning is different depends on whether or not the stop operation is performed in the pressing order for winning. For this reason, even if the special replay winning combination shown in FIG. 7 (e) and FIG. 7 (f) can be specified, it is not easy to specify whether to win a special prize or to win a normal prize. It can also raise the sense of expectation for winning a prize.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 8, a specific example of each reel 13L, 13C, 13R and the suggested symbol SZ displayed on the effect display device 14 as the winning combination suggesting effect will be described. In FIG. 8, display of the suggestion symbol SZ on the effect display device 14 is shown, and display of other background images and the like is omitted for convenience.

  First, as shown in FIG. 8A, in a state where the rotation operation of each of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R is stopped, the suggested symbol SZ is stopped and displayed as a symbol indicating a bell role. Then, as shown in FIG. 8 (b), when the game startable state is generated according to the operation of each BET button 19, 20, the suggestion symbol SZ starts to change.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 8C, when the start lever 22 is operated, the variable game is started, and the suggested symbol SZ is stopped and displayed as a symbol indicating a watermelon role. Then, after the wait time elapses, the rotation operations of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are started.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 8D, when the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R are stopped by pressing the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R, each corresponding to the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R is performed. The rotation operations of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are stopped, the watermelon stop eye is stopped and displayed, and the variable game ends.

  In this case, as shown in FIG. 8D, the suggestion symbol SZ is stopped regardless of the start and end of the pressing of the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R and the stop of the rotation operation of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R. Display continues. Then, as shown in FIG. 8 (e), when a state where the game can be started is generated according to the operation of each BET button 19, 20, etc., the variation of the suggested symbol SZ is started.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 8 (f), when the start lever 22 is operated, the variable game is started, and the suggested symbol SZ is stopped and displayed as a symbol indicating the second special replay combination. Then, after the wait time elapses, the rotation operations of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are started.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 8 (g), when the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R are stopped by pressing the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R, each corresponding to the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R is performed. When the rotation operation of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R is stopped and the pressing order is for the second special prize, the second special stop eye is stopped and displayed. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8 (h), when it is not the pressing order for the second special prize, the normal stop eye is stopped and displayed. Then, after the last stop button is continuously pressed, when the stop button is no longer pressed, the variable game ends.

  Also in this case, as shown in FIGS. 8 (g) and 8 (h), the start and end of pressing of the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R and the stop of the rotation operation of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are related. The stop display of the suggestion symbol SZ is continued.

  Thus, the trigger symbol SZ is stopped and displayed before the start of pressing the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R triggered by the operation of the start lever 22, and the winning combination is given to the player by the display mode. It is suggested to be identifiable.

  Next, specific examples of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R and various images displayed on the image display unit GH of the effect display device 14 as a hold notice effect will be described with reference to FIGS. . In addition, in FIGS. 9-11, the display of the hold image etc. in the production | presentation display apparatus 14 is shown, and it abbreviate | omits about the display of another background image, a suggestion symbol, etc. for convenience.

  First, as shown in FIG. 9A, the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are rotated in the ART normal mode. As shown in FIG. 9B, when the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R are stopped by pressing the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R, each of the buttons corresponding to the stop buttons 23L, 23C, and 23R is performed. The rotation operations of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are stopped, the watermelon stop eye is stopped and displayed, and the variable game ends.

  In this case, when a watermelon combination wins, a special transition lottery from the ART normal mode to the ART special mode is performed, and when the special transition lottery is won, the next special game is shifted to the ART special mode. In this case, an effect image such as “bonus rush” indicating the shift to the ART special mode is displayed. On the other hand, when the special transition lottery is not won, the special effect image is not displayed without shifting to the ART special mode.

  In addition, in this embodiment, when it is not based on the hold image in the hold notice effect, the special transition lottery is performed on the condition that the watermelon role or the cherry role is won, and the watermelon role or the cherry role is not won. In this case, the special transfer lottery is not performed.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 9C, the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are rotated in the ART normal mode. In this case, a navigation effect indicating the pressing order of [middle left and right] is executed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 9D, when the stop button 23C, the stop button 23L, and the stop button 23R are pressed in the pressing order, the corresponding reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are stopped from rotating. The special stop eye is stopped and displayed, and the variable game ends.

  In this case, by holding the first special prize, the hold notice effect is executed, and the three hold images HG1 to HG3 are displayed. In this embodiment, when a special prize is won, a hold notice effect is executed and a hold image is displayed, and when the first special prize is won, any one of 2 to 4 hold images can be displayed. When the second special prize is won, four reserved images can be displayed. Further, in the present embodiment, eight is defined as the upper limit number of reserved images, and nine or more reserved images are not displayed except for the reserved images corresponding to the changing game being executed.

  The reserved images HG1 to HG3 indicate that the special transition lottery from the ART normal mode to the ART special mode is performed in at least three times of the variable games from the next variable game.

  Further, the expected value for winning the special transition lottery is indicated by the display colors of the reserved images HG1 to HG3. Specific colors for holding images are white (3%), blue (7%), yellow (18%), red (45%), and rainbow (100%). Is defined to be high (shown in FIG. 12). In particular, in a variation game based on a rainbow-colored reserved image, it is stipulated that the special transition lottery is always won, and it is determined that the special transition lottery will be won. In FIG. 9D, the first reserved image HG1, the third reserved image HG3 are displayed in blue, and the second reserved image HG2 is displayed in white.

  In the floating game based on the reserved images HG1 to HG3, a special transition lottery is performed for any winning combination, and the winning probability may vary depending on the winning combination. This suggests the expected value of the combined winning lottery.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 9 (e), when the start lever 22 is operated, a variable game is started, and after the wait time elapses, the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R start to rotate.

  Also, triggered by the start of the floating game, the first hold image HG1 is displayed as the hold image HG0 corresponding to the running change game, and the second and third hold images HG2 and HG3 are displayed. These are displayed as the first and second hold images HG1 and HG2, respectively.

  In addition, with the start of the variable game, a special transfer lottery is performed based on the reserved image HG0 corresponding to the variable game being executed. In the present embodiment, in the variation game based on the reserved image, the special transfer lottery is performed even if it is not a condition that the watermelon role or the cherry role is won. In this case, a navigation effect indicating the pressing order of [middle left and right] is executed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 9 (f), when the stop button 23C, the stop button 23L, and the stop button 23R are pressed in the pressing order, the corresponding reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are stopped from rotating. The eyes are stopped and the change game ends.

  In this case, when the special game lottery is won based on the hold image HG0 corresponding to the dynamic game being executed, triggered by the start of the dynamic game, the next special game is shifted to the ART special mode. . In this case, an effect image such as “bonus rush” indicating the shift to the ART special mode is displayed. On the other hand, when the special transition lottery is not won, the special effect image is not displayed without shifting to the ART special mode.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 9 (g), the rotation operation of each reel 13L, 13C, 13R is started in a state where the two reserved images HG1, HG2 are displayed. In this case, a navigation effect indicating the pressing order of [left middle right] is executed.

  As shown in FIG. 9 (h), when the stop button 23L, the stop button 23C, and the stop button 23R are pressed in the pressing order, the corresponding reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are stopped from rotating. The special stop eye is stopped and displayed, and the variable game ends.

  In this case, by holding the second special prize, the hold notice effect is executed, and in addition to the two hold images HG1 and HG2, four hold images HG3 to HG6 are displayed. In FIG. 9H, the third reserved image HG3, the fifth reserved image HG5 are white, the fourth reserved image HG5 is yellow, and the sixth reserved image HG5 is blue. Each is displayed.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 10A, when the start lever 22 is operated, the variable game is started, and after the wait time has elapsed, the rotation operation of each reel 13L, 13C, 13R is started.

  In addition, with the start of the floating game, the first hold image HG1 is displayed as the hold image HG0 corresponding to the running change game, and the second to sixth hold images HG2 to HG6 are displayed. These are displayed as the first to fifth reserved images HG1 to HG5, respectively. In this case, a navigation effect indicating the pressing order of [middle left and right] is executed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 10 (b), when the stop button 23C, the stop button 23L, and the stop button 23R are pressed in the pressing order, the corresponding reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are stopped from rotating. The special stop eye is stopped and displayed, and the variable game ends.

  In this case, by holding the second special prize, the hold notice effect is executed, and in addition to the five hold images HG1 to HG5, four hold images can be displayed, which exceeds the upper limit number of hold images. Three reserved images HG6 to HG8 are displayed. In the figure, the sixth reserved image HG6 and the eighth reserved image HG8 are displayed in white, and the seventh reserved image HG7 is displayed in blue.

  In this case, there is an opportunity to display nine or more reserved images, but the upper limit number of reserved images is exceeded, and nine or more reserved images are not displayed, and actually eight reserved images are displayed. Is displayed, the display color of the first reserved image HG1 among the reserved images is changed to a rainbow color.

  In this case, since it is determined that the transition from the ART normal mode to the ART special mode is performed by executing the next variation game based on the rainbow-colored on-hold image, the confirmation of the transition to the ART special mode is indicated. An effect image such as “Bonus Confirmation” is displayed.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 10 (c), when the start lever 22 is operated, a variable game is started, and after the wait time has elapsed, the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R start to rotate.

  Also, triggered by the start of the floating game, the first hold image HG1 is displayed as the hold image HG0 corresponding to the running change game, and the second to eighth hold images HG2 to HG8 are displayed. Displayed as the first to seventh reserved images HG1 to HG7, respectively. Further, in this case, a navigation effect indicating the pressing order of [right middle left] is executed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 10D, when the stop button 23R, the stop button 23C, and the stop button 23L are pressed in the pressing order, the corresponding reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are stopped from rotating, and the bell is stopped. The eyes are stopped and the change game ends.

  In this case, the bell role is won, but regardless of which winning role is won, the special transition lottery will be won. In addition, an effect image such as “bonus entry” indicating the transition to the ART special mode is displayed.

  In this way, in addition to the expectation that a fluctuating game based on a reserved image will be executed, by obtaining an opportunity to display the reserved image exceeding the upper limit number, the reserved image held can be more made to the player. The display color can be changed to an advantageous display color, and it is possible to enhance the expectation that the reserved image can be displayed exceeding the upper limit number.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 10 (e), the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are rotated while the reserved images HG1 to HG5 are displayed. Then, as shown in FIG. 10 (f), when the rotation operation of the reels 13L, 13C, 13R is stopped in response to the stop operation of the stop buttons 23C, 23L, 23R, and the watermelon stop eye is stopped and displayed. A change lottery is performed to determine whether or not to change the display color of the first reserved image to a rainbow color. And when this change lottery is won, the display color of the first reserved image HG1 is changed to rainbow.

  In this case, since it is determined that the transition from the ART normal mode to the ART special mode is performed by executing the next variation game based on the rainbow-colored on-hold image, the confirmation of the transition to the ART special mode is indicated. An effect image such as “Bonus Confirmation” is displayed. On the other hand, when this change lottery is not won, the display colors of all the reserved images HG1 to HG5 are not changed.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 10 (g), when the start lever 22 is operated, the variable game is started, and after the wait time has elapsed, the rotation operations of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are started. Then, as shown in FIG. 10 (h), in response to the stop operation of the stop buttons 23C, 23L, 23R, the rotation operation of the reels 13L, 13C, 13R is stopped, the bell stop eye is stopped and displayed, and the variable game is played. finish.

  In this case, the bell role is won, but regardless of which winning role is won, the special transition lottery will be won. In addition, an effect image such as “bonus entry” indicating the transition to the ART special mode is displayed.

  In the present embodiment, the lottery for change is performed even when the cherry stop eye is stopped and displayed in addition to the watermelon stop eye in the state where the hold image is displayed. In other words, the change lottery is performed in the state where the hold image is displayed only when the winning combination of cherry and watermelon that are the winning combination in which the special transfer lottery is performed in a state where the hold image is not displayed. For this reason, not only suppressing the feeling of loss for winning the cherry role and watermelon role in the state where the hold image is displayed, but further enhancing the expectation for winning the cherry role and watermelon role. it can.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 11A, the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are rotated while the reserved images HG1 and HG2 are displayed. Then, as shown in FIG. 11 (b), when the rotation operation of each reel 13L, 13C, 13R is stopped in response to the stop operation of the stop buttons 23C, 23L, 23R, the first special stop eye is stopped and displayed. In this example, the hold notice effect is executed, and in addition to the first and second hold images HG1 and HG2, three hold images HG3 to HG5 are displayed.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 11C, when the start lever 22 is operated, the variable game is started, and after the wait time has elapsed, the rotation operations of the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are started.

  In addition, when the floating game is started, the first hold image HG1 is displayed as the hold image HG0 corresponding to the changing game being executed, and the second to fifth hold images HG2 to HG5 are displayed. These are displayed as the first to fourth reserved images HG1 to HG4, respectively. In this case, a navigation effect indicating the pressing order of [middle right left] is executed.

  In this variable game, an effect image such as “Battle occurrence” is displayed, and a special effect in which characters fight each other is executed. This special effect is an effect that is executed in a continuous variation game when a special condition is satisfied, and the expected value of winning the special transition lottery is higher than when the special effect is not executed. Yes. Moreover, while the execution of the special effect is continued, the number of reserved images is maintained without decreasing.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 11 (d), when the stop button 23C, the stop button 23R, and the stop button 23L are pressed in the pressing order, the corresponding reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are stopped from rotating. The eyes are stopped and the change game ends. In addition, when the execution of the special effect is continued in the next variation game, the special effect in which the effect image such as “Still More!” Is displayed without winning or losing the battle between the characters is executed.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 11 (e), when the start lever 22 is operated, a variable game is started, and after the wait time elapses, the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R start to rotate.

  In addition, since the execution of the special effect is continued with the start of the variable game, the hold image HG0 corresponding to the variable game being executed is continuously displayed, and further 1 to 4 images are displayed. The hold images HG1 to HG4 for the eyes are also continuously displayed. In this case, a navigation effect indicating the pressing order of [middle left and right] is executed. In this variable game, an effect image such as “Continue Battle” is displayed, and the special effect is continuously executed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 11 (f), when the stop button 23C, the stop button 23L, and the stop button 23R are pressed in the pressing order, the corresponding reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are stopped from rotating. The eyes are stopped and the change game ends. In addition, when the execution of the special effect is continued in the next variation game, the special effect in which the effect image such as “Still More!” Is displayed without winning or losing the battle between the characters is executed.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 11 (g), when the start lever 22 is operated, a variable game is started, and after the wait time has elapsed, the reels 13L, 13C, and 13R start to rotate.

  In addition, since the execution of the special effect is continued with the start of the variable game, the hold image HG0 corresponding to the variable game being executed is continuously displayed, and further 1 to 4 images are displayed. The hold images HG1 to HG4 for the eyes are also continuously displayed. Further, in this case, a navigation effect indicating the pressing order of [right middle left] is executed. In this variable game, an effect image such as “Continue Battle” is displayed, and the special effect is continuously executed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 11 (h), when the stop button 23R, the stop button 23C, and the stop button 23L are pressed in the pressing order, the corresponding reels 13L, 13C, and 13R are stopped from rotating. The eyes are stopped and the change game ends.

  In this case, when the special transition lottery is won based on the hold image HG0 corresponding to the running variation game, triggered by the start of the first variation game in which the execution of the special effect is started, the execution of the special effect is performed. The ART shifts to the ART special mode from the next completed floating game. In this case, an effect image such as “bonus rush” indicating the transition to the ART special mode is displayed, and a special effect such that the teammate character wins the battle is executed. On the other hand, if the special transition lottery is not won, the transition to the ART special mode is not performed from the next variation game in which the execution of the special effect is completed. In this case, a special effect such that the teammate character loses the battle is executed, and an effect image such as “bonus rush” indicating the shift to the ART special mode is not displayed.

  In this way, by executing the special effect, it is possible to continue the expectation of shifting to the ART special mode in a plurality of continuous variation games, and the reserved images are not reduced during the execution of the special effect. The variation game based on the hold image can be increased.

Here, with reference to FIG. 12, the hold information set in a predetermined area of the sub-control RAM 41c and indicating the display mode of the hold image will be described.
As shown in FIG. 12, a plurality of types of hold information HA to HE can be set in a predetermined area of the sub control RAM 41c. A plurality of types of hold information HA to HE are associated with display colors of different hold images, and a hold image having a display color corresponding to the hold information is displayed on the effect display device 14.

  In addition, a special transfer lottery is performed so that the winning information is won with different probabilities depending on the holding information and the winning combination, and the combined expected value corresponding to the special transferring lottery combining the winning combinations corresponds to the holding information. That is, it is defined that the expected value for winning the special transition lottery is different for each of the hold information HA to HE.

  Specific expected values are 3% for the hold information HA, 7% for the hold information HB, 18% for the hold information HC, 45% for the hold information HD, and 100% for the hold information HE. In addition, special transition lottery is also performed when a watermelon role or a cherry role is won in a variable game for which no hold information is set, but taking into account the winning probability of the winning role, etc. It is prescribed that the expected value for winning the special transition lottery is higher for the game than for the variable game for which no hold information is set. As described above, the hold information is information indicating the winning probability (lottery probability) of the special transition lottery and can be said to be extension information for extending the control in the ART mode.

Next, an example of the hold information setting control will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 13, when the first special replay combination is won in response to the start of the first variable game (indicated as “1G” in the figure) in a state where no hold information is set, When the first special prize is won in the variable game, the number of pieces of holding information corresponding to the first special prize is set. For example, when it is determined that the addition number of the hold information for which the hold information is newly set is 3, the hold information HB is used as the first hold information and the hold information HA is used as the second hold information. Each is set.

  Next, with the start of the second floating game (indicated as “2G” in the figure), the first hold information is used as the hold information corresponding to the running change game, The hold information is set as the first and second hold information, respectively. Then, a special transition lottery is executed based on the hold information corresponding to the running variable game.

  In addition, when the second special replay role is won in response to the start of the second variable game, when the second special prize is won in the variable game, the number of hold information corresponding to the second special prize is set. . For example, in the case where the addition number of the hold information for which the hold information is newly set is 4, the hold information HA as the third and fifth hold information, the hold information HC as the fourth hold information, The hold information HB is set as each hold information.

  Next, with the start of the third variable game (indicated as “3G” in the figure) as the trigger, the first hold information is used as the hold information corresponding to the currently executed variable game. The hold information is set as the first to fifth pieces of hold information, respectively. Then, a special transition lottery is executed based on the hold information corresponding to the running variable game.

  In addition, when the second special replay role is won in response to the start of the third variable game, when the second special prize is won in the variable game, the number of hold information corresponding to the second special prize is set. . For example, when the addition number of the hold information in which the hold information is newly set is 4, the set number of the hold information that is already set is 5, the total number of the hold information is 9, and the circle mark As shown, the upper limit of 8 is exceeded. In this case, the addition number of the hold information in which the hold information is newly set is determined as 3. In addition, hold information HA is set as sixth and eighth hold information, and hold information HB is set as seventh hold information. Then, when the total number of the hold information exceeds the upper limit number, the hold information HB is set as the first hold information, but is changed to the hold information HE.

  Next, with the start of the fourth floating game (shown as “4G” in the figure) as the trigger, the first on-hold information is used as the on-hold information corresponding to the running variable game. The hold information is set as 1-7th hold information, respectively. Then, a special transfer lottery is executed based on the hold information corresponding to the running variation game, and the winning is made in the special transfer lottery, and the ART variation mode is shifted from the ART normal mode to the fifth variation game.

Here, the winning combination suggestion effect control executed by the sub-control CPU 41a will be described.
The CPU 41a for sub-control specifies a winning combination based on the combination information specified by the variable game start command in response to the input of the variable game start command during the ART mode, and suggests a display pattern corresponding to the winning combination. SZ is stopped and displayed. On the other hand, in the ART mode, the sub-control CPU 41a variably displays the suggested symbol SZ that has been stopped and displayed in response to the input of the game startable command. As a result, in the ART mode, the winning combination can be specified by the display mode of the suggested symbol SZ that is stopped and displayed.

Next, the control of the hold notice effect executed by the sub control CPU 41a will be described.
Whether or not the value indicating execution of the special effect is set in the special effect flag assigned to the predetermined area of the sub control RAM 41c in response to the input of the variable game start command during the ART normal mode, in the sub control CPU 41a. Determine. In this special effect flag, the remaining number of executions in which the special effect is continuously executed is set, and the remaining number of executions is updated when the variable game with the special effect is executed. For this reason, whether or not the special effect is executed can be specified by the value set in the special effect flag, and the remaining number of executions of the special effect can be specified.

  When determining that the value indicating execution of the special effect is not set in the special effect flag, the sub-control CPU 41a uses 2 to 8 as the hold information corresponding to the variable game being executed. Control is performed to correspond to the first hold information as the first to seventh hold information. Then, the sub-control CPU 41a performs control to display the hold image on the effect display device 14 in a display color corresponding to the type of hold information.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the value indicating execution of the special effect is set in the special effect flag, the sub-control CPU 41a does not perform control for changing the correspondence of the hold information as described above. For this reason, when the special effect is executed, the hold information is maintained, and the hold information is not reduced (digested).

  Subsequently, when the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the value indicating execution of the special effect is not set in the special effect flag, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the hold information is set corresponding to the running variable game. To do.

  That is, when the value indicating execution of the special effect is not set in the special effect flag, the sub control CPU 41a responds to the variable game on the condition that the variable game for which the hold information is set is played. Control pending information as invalid information. On the other hand, when the value indicating execution of the special effect is set in the special effect flag, the sub-control CPU 41a invalidates the hold information corresponding to the variable game being executed in the variable game in which the special effect is executed. Do not control as information.

  When it is determined that the hold information is not set in correspondence with the running variable game, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the winning of the watermelon role or the cherry role as the specific role is instructed. . When it is determined that the winning of the watermelon role or the cherry role is instructed, the sub-control CPU 41a performs a special transition lottery that wins with a probability corresponding to the type of the winning combination regardless of the hold information. On the other hand, if it is determined that the winning combination other than the watermelon role and the cherry role is instructed, the sub control CPU 41a does not perform the special transfer lottery. When the hold information is not set, the sub-control CPU 41a shifts to the ART special mode from the next variable game when the special shift lottery based on the winning of the watermelon role or the cherry role is won. The sub-control CPU 41a erases the hold information allocated to the predetermined area of the sub-control RAM 41c when shifting from the ART normal mode to the ART special mode.

  When it is determined that the hold information is set corresponding to the running game, the sub-control CPU 41a performs a special transition lottery that wins with a probability corresponding to the type of the hold information and the winning combination. . In this case, unlike the case where it is determined that the hold information is not set in correspondence with the running variation game, all the cases regardless of whether or not the watermelon role or the cherry role is won. A special lottery will be held in the winning role.

  In the special transition lottery based on the hold information, any one of the first winning, the second winning, the first non-winning, and the second non-winning is determined with a predetermined probability. When the first win is made in the special transfer lottery based on the hold information, the sub control CPU 41a shifts to the ART special mode from the next variable game without executing the special effect in the current variable game. On the other hand, if the first non-winning lottery is based on the hold information, the sub-control CPU 41a does not execute the special effect in the current variable game and does not shift to the ART special mode from the next variable game.

  Further, when the sub-control CPU 41a wins the second in the special transition lottery based on the hold information, the sub-control CPU 41a causes the special effect to be executed in a plurality of continuous games from the current variable game, and the result of the special effect is derived. The next special game is shifted to the ART special mode. On the other hand, when the second non-winning is selected in the special transition lottery based on the hold information, the sub-control CPU 41a causes the special effect to be executed in a plurality of consecutive variable games from the current variable game, and the result of the special effect is derived. Do not shift to the ART special mode from the next floating game.

  Note that the sub-control CPU 41a determines the number of variable games in which the special condition is satisfied and the special effect is continuously executed when the second winning or the second non-winning is made in the special transition lottery based on the hold information. A value indicating the determination result is set to the special effect flag determined from 2 to 4 times and assigned to the sub-control RAM 41c.

  The sub-control CPU 41a also determines whether or not the winning combination of the watermelon role or the cherry role has been instructed even when it is determined that the hold information is set corresponding to the changing game being executed. When it is determined that the winning of the watermelon role or the cherry role is instructed, the sub-control CPU 41a is not limited to the special transition lottery, regardless of whether or not the value indicating the execution of the special effect is set in the special effect flag. A change lottery for winning with a probability corresponding to the type of winning combination is performed. That is, the sub-control CPU 41a does not execute the special effect even in the variable game in which the special effect is executed when the special condition is established based on the result of the special transition lottery in the variable game in which the hold information is set. In the same way as above, a change lottery is performed on the condition that a watermelon role or a cherry role is won. When the sub-control CPU 41a is won by the change lottery, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a value indicating that the hold information is changed in the hold information change flag assigned to a predetermined area of the sub-control RAM 41c.

  Subsequently, when it is determined that the value indicating execution of the special effect is set in the special effect flag during the ART normal mode, the sub control CPU 41a executes the special effect. Specifically, when the sub control CPU 41a determines that the value of the number of remaining executions of the special effect is 2 or more in the special effect flag, the sub effect CPU 41a continuously executes the special effect in the next and subsequent variable games. Execute special effects. On the other hand, if the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the value of the number of remaining executions of the special effect is 1 in the special effect flag, the sub-control CPU 41a does not continuously execute the special effect in the next and subsequent variable games. A special effect for deriving the lottery result of the special transition lottery in the present variable game is executed. As described above, when the special condition is satisfied, the sub-control CPU 41a performs a control for causing the effect display device 14 to display a special effect effect image (special condition suggestion image) indicating that the special condition is satisfied.

  Further, when the normal remaining G number is “0” during the ART normal mode, the sub-control CPU 41a does not set the hold information so as to correspond to the variable game and does not execute the hold notice effect. The normal mode is ended, and a transition is made to a high-accuracy RT effect. On the other hand, the sub control CPU 41a sets the hold information so as to correspond to the variable game even when the normal remaining G number reaches the reference number (for example, 40 times), and the hold notice effect is executed. If the hold information is not set, the ART normal mode is terminated and the high-accuracy RT effect is shifted to.

  Next, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the setting contents of the hold information when a special prize is awarded in the case where the winning of the special replay role as a special role is instructed upon completion of the variable game during the ART normal mode. . Specifically, when the winning of the first special replay combination is instructed, the sub-control CPU 41a determines any one of 2 to 4 as the addition number of the hold information. On the other hand, when the winning of the second special replay combination is instructed, the addition number of the hold information is predetermined as four. In this way, the sub-control CPU 41a can easily set the hold information so as to correspond to a larger number of variable games when the second replay combination is won than when the first special replay combination is won. To control.

  Then, the sub-control CPU 41a refers to the hold information that has already been set from the predetermined area of the sub-control RAM 41c, specifies the set number of hold information that has been set, sets the set number of hold information, and the special replay function It is determined whether the total number of the holding information added based on the winning of the number exceeds the upper limit number of the holding information.

  When the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the total number of the set number of the hold information and the added number of the hold information does not exceed the upper limit number of the hold information, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the setting of the hold information for the added number.

  On the other hand, if the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the total number of the set number of the hold information and the added number of the hold information exceeds the upper limit number of the hold information, the sub control CPU 41a holds the number up to the upper limit number as the added number. Determine information settings. That is, when it is determined that the total number of pieces of hold information exceeds the upper limit number, the sub control CPU 41a sets the hold information so as to correspond to the variable game with the upper limit number as an upper limit. Then, the sub control CPU 41a sets a value indicating that the hold information is to be changed in the hold information change flag assigned to the predetermined area of the sub control RAM 41c.

  Further, when the setting of the hold information is determined, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the type of the hold information from the hold information HA to HE (shown in FIG. 12) with a predetermined probability for each hold information. Then, the sub-control CPU 41a sets the hold information in a predetermined area of the sub-control RAM 41c so that the determined type and the reference order can be specified, and the display color corresponding to the set type of the hold information Then, a control for displaying the hold image on the effect display device 14 is performed.

  In the present embodiment, the type of hold information is determined with different probabilities between the case where the first special replay role is won and the case where the second special replay role is won, and in particular, when the second special replay role is won. It is stipulated that advantageous holding information types are determined with a higher probability than when the first special replay combination is won.

  Further, in the present embodiment, it is stipulated that when the number of additions in the variable game instructed to win the special replay combination is large, an advantageous type of holding information is determined with a higher probability than when the number is small. Specifically, when the first special replay combination is won, advantageous holding information is determined with a higher probability than when the number of additions is determined to be 4, and determined to be 3. If this is done, advantageous holding information is determined with a higher probability than when two are determined.

  In the present embodiment, the type of hold information is determined based on the added number of hold information actually set when the total number of hold information exceeds the upper limit number. As a specific example, if the set number of hold information is 5 and the added number of hold information is temporarily determined to be 4, the total number of hold information becomes 9 and exceeds the upper limit number. The actual number of added hold information is three. In this case, the number of added hold information is specified as three.

  Further, the sub control CPU 41a determines whether or not a value indicating that the hold information is to be changed is set in the hold information change flag assigned to the predetermined area of the sub control RAM 41c when the change game ends. To do. If the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the value indicating that the hold information is to be changed is set in the hold information change flag, the sub-control CPU 41a changes the first hold information to the most advantageous hold information HE and is set. Control to display the hold image on the effect display device 14 with the display color corresponding to the type of the hold information is performed.

  In this embodiment, when the hold information is set so as to correspond to the variable game to be executed, but the other hold information is not set, the change is made based on the winning of the specific role. When the lottery is won, the hold information HE is set so as to correspond to the next and subsequent variable games.

  In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a that executes such processing functions as right grant determination means, extension information setting means, set number determination means, effect control means, and notification control means.

Here, an example of the transition transition between the gaming state and the effect state will be described with reference to FIG.
As indicated by a symbol T0 in FIG. 14A, the gaming state is controlled as a low probability RT game, and the effect state is controlled as a preparation mode. Then, as shown by reference numeral T1, when a winning entry is made, the game state is controlled as a high probability RT game and the effect state is controlled as an ART normal mode from the next variable game. Further, in this case, it is determined that the control in the ART normal mode is performed in 40 fluctuation games.

  Then, when the ART normal mode is controlled in 40 variable games without shifting to the ART special mode, the ART normal mode is shifted to the high-definition RT effect as indicated by reference numeral T2. Then, as shown by reference numeral T3, when a missed bell role occurs, the game state is controlled as a low probability RT game and the effect state is controlled as a normal mode from the next variable game.

  On the other hand, as indicated by reference numeral T1 in FIG. 14B, after shifting from the preparation mode to the ART normal mode, as shown by reference numeral T4, the ART normal mode is controlled in 20 variable games, and the ART special mode is controlled. When the condition for shifting to the mode is satisfied, the ART normal mode is shifted to the ART special mode. Then, the ART special mode is controlled by 30 fluctuation games, and the ART special mode is shifted to the ART normal mode as indicated by reference numeral T5. Subsequently, when the ART normal mode is controlled in the remaining 20 fluctuation games without shifting to the ART special mode, the ART normal mode is shifted to the high-definition RT effect as indicated by reference numeral T6. Then, as shown by reference numeral T7, when the missing of the bell role occurs, the game state is controlled as the low probability RT game and the effect state is controlled as the normal mode from the next variable game.

  As described above, as shown in FIGS. 14A and 14B, when the transition from the low-probability RT game to the high-probability RT game is made, the control in the ART normal mode in 40 variation games is determined. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 14B, when the transition is made to the ART special mode in the middle, as shown in FIG. 14A, compared to the case where the transition is not made to the ART special mode in the middle. Only the ART mode control is extended.

  Next, as indicated by reference numeral T1 in FIG. 14C, after shifting from the preparation mode to the ART normal mode, execution of the hold notice effect based on the hold information is started as indicated by reference numeral T8. Then, as shown by reference numeral T2, if the hold notice effect is executed when the control of the ART normal mode is performed in 40 variable games, the ART normal mode is also executed in the subsequent variable games. Control is continued. Subsequently, when the execution of the holding notice effect is completed as indicated by reference numeral T9, the normal normal mode is shifted to the high-accuracy RT effect, and when the bell role is lost as indicated by reference numeral T10, the next variable game is performed. Therefore, the game state is controlled as a low probability RT game, and the effect state is controlled as a normal mode.

  As described above, as shown in FIGS. 14A and 14C, when the low probability RT game is shifted to the high probability RT game, the control in the ART normal mode in the 40 variation games is determined. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 14 (c), when the ART normal mode control in the 40-time variation game is performed, when the hold notice effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 14 (a), Compared to when the hold notice effect is not executed, the control of the ART mode is extended while the hold notice effect is executed.

  Further, in the case where the ART normal mode control is performed in 40 variation games, when the hold notice effect is executed, the ART normal mode control is continued if the hold notice effect is executed. In the meantime, the special transition lottery is performed in the variation game in which the hold information is set, like the variation game of 40 times or less.

  In addition, as shown by reference numeral T11 in FIG. 14D, when the hold notice effect is being executed, the execution of the special effect may be started. In this case, the variable game is executed a plurality of times without reducing the hold information. Then, as shown by reference numeral T11, when the execution of the holding notice effect is finished, the ART normal mode is shifted to the high-accuracy RT effect. As shown by reference sign T12, when the bell role is lost, the next variable game is started. The game state is controlled as a low probability RT game, and the effect state is controlled as a normal mode.

  In this way, as shown in FIGS. 14C and 14D, when the low probability RT game is shifted to the high probability RT game, the control in the ART normal mode in the 40 variation games is determined. On the other hand, in the case where the ART normal mode control in the 40-time variation game is performed and the hold notice effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 14D, when the special effect is executed, as shown in FIG. As shown in (), the execution of the hold notice effect is extended as compared with the case where the special effect is not executed. As a result, the control in the ART mode is further extended.

  In addition, while the special effects are being executed, the special transfer lottery is not performed. However, the special transfer lottery is performed in the variable game in which the hold information is set in the same manner in the variable game after the end of the special effect. Is called.

As described above in detail, the present embodiment has the following effects.
(1) In the ART normal mode in which the game is more advantageous to the player than the normal mode, it is determined whether or not to grant the right to extend the control of the ART mode (extension right). The hold information (extension information) indicating the degree of advantage of the extended right is set so as to correspond to the variable game, and it is controlled so as to be able to determine whether or not to grant the extended right in the variable game for which the hold information is set. . Based on the set hold information, a hold image that suggests the degree of advantage for the extension right is displayed on the effect display device 14. If it is determined that the total number of holding information to be set exceeds a predetermined upper limit number on the condition that the special replay combination is won in the ART normal mode, it is set in the next variable game. Change hold information to advantageous hold information. For this reason, when the total number of set hold information exceeds the upper limit number, the hold information set in the next variable game can be changed to advantageous hold information. Accordingly, in addition to the execution of the variable game with the hold information set, it is possible to pay attention to the total number of set hold information and compensate for the profit that the hold information is not set. By enhancing the effect of the game, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

  (2) One of the holding information is set to correspond to the variable game from a plurality of types of holding information having different degrees of advantage regarding the extension right. For this reason, the degree of advantage of the extension right can be shown by the type of the hold information, the setting mode of the hold information can be varied, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  (3) In addition, the hold image is displayed in a display mode corresponding to the set type of hold information. For this reason, the type of the hold information can be suggested by the display mode of the hold image, and the display mode of the hold image can be provided with diversity, so that the interest in the game can be improved.

  (4) In the ART normal mode, in the variable game in which the hold information is not set, regardless of the hold information set to correspond to another variable game on condition that the watermelon role or the cherry role is won, It is determined whether to grant the extension right. On the other hand, in the floating game in which the hold information is set, whether or not to grant the extension right is determined based on the set hold information regardless of whether or not the watermelon role and the cherry role are won. . Whether or not to change the hold information set in the next variable game to advantageous hold information on the condition that the watermelon role and the cherry role are won in the variable game for which the hold information is set. A change lottery to be determined is performed. For this reason, even if the total number of hold information set does not exceed the upper limit number, on the condition that the watermelon role or cherry role is won in the variable game for which hold information is set, the next time The hold information set in the variable game can be changed to advantageous hold information. Therefore, in addition to the execution of the floating game in which the hold information is set, the expectation for winning the watermelon role and the cherry role in the variable game can be enhanced, and the interest in the game can be improved. it can.

  (5) In addition, when the hold information is not set, it becomes an opportunity to decide whether or not the extension right is granted, but the decision whether or not the extension right is granted when the hold information is set It is possible to compensate for profits when holding information is set for winning the watermelon role and cherry role that do not trigger, and to improve the interest of the game.

  (6) Further, when a variation game is started in each variation game, the suggestion symbol is controlled so as to be displayed in a stop mode that suggests the winning combination. For this reason, it is possible to specify that the special replay role for which hold information can be set, the watermelon role or cherry role for which special transition lottery or change lottery is performed, from the stop mode of the suggested symbol, and pay attention to the suggested symbol It can be held, and the interest in games can be improved. In addition, the winning combination can be identified before the stop operation is performed, and an opportunity to perform the stop operation in consideration of the winning combination can be provided, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  (7) When the special replay combination is won, the special replay combination is controlled to be able to win when the stop operation by the player in the ART mode satisfies the specific operation condition, and the specific operation condition can be notified. . For this reason, it is possible to specify that the special replay role that can set the hold information when the specific operation condition is satisfied is determined from the stop mode of the suggestive symbol, and it is possible to give attention to the suggestive symbol, The interest can be improved.

  (8) When the second special replay combination is won among the special replay combinations in the ART mode, it is easier to set the hold information so as to correspond to more variable games than when the first special replay combination is won. Be controlled. For this reason, it is difficult to set the hold information so that the second special replay combination in which the hold information is easily set so as to correspond to many variable games has been won or the change information corresponding to many variable games has been selected. It can be specified whether the first special replay role has been won, attention can be given to the suggestion symbol, and an interest in the game can be improved.

  (9) When the number of executions of the variable game executed in the ART normal mode reaches the reference number, if the hold information is not set so as to correspond to the variable game, the control to end the ART normal mode is performed. . On the other hand, when the hold information is set so as to correspond to the variable game, the ART normal mode is continuously controlled. For this reason, the ART normal mode can be continued by setting the hold information so as to correspond to the changing game, so that the expectation for setting the hold information by displaying the hold image is enhanced. It is possible to improve the interest in the game by enhancing the effect in the ART mode.

  (10) When the number of executions of the variable game executed in the ART normal mode reaches the reference number, when the hold information is set so as to correspond to the variable game, the same as when the reference number is not reached In addition, it is controlled so as to be able to determine whether or not to grant the extension right in the variable game in which the hold information is set. For this reason, since it is possible to determine whether or not to grant the extension right by setting the hold information so as to correspond to the variable game, the extension right is given by displaying the hold image. A sense of expectation can be raised, and an interest in the game can be improved by enhancing the effect in the ART mode. In addition, the set hold information is not wasted, and it is possible to suppress the decline of interest in the game.

  (11) Even if it is determined that the hold information is not controlled as invalid information by establishing a special condition that the special effect is executed, and further, the hold information is not given, The change lottery is performed on the condition that the cherry role is won. For this reason, if special conditions are satisfied, the hold information is not controlled as invalid information, and even in the variable game, if the watermelon role or cherry role is won, the change lottery will be performed in the same way. Become. Therefore, by displaying the effect image in the special effect, attention can be given to whether or not a special condition regarding whether or not the right to extend is satisfied, and the interest in the game is improved. be able to.

  (12) Since the hold information is not controlled as invalid information when the special condition is satisfied, the period during which the hold information is set so as to correspond to the variable game is lengthened, and the ART normal mode is controlled. Even when the number of executions of the variable game reaches the reference number, the control in the ART normal mode is easily continued. For this reason, by displaying the effect image of the special effect, attention can be given to whether or not the special condition regarding whether or not the ART normal mode is continued, and the interest for the game is improved. Can be achieved.

In addition, the said embodiment can be embodied in another embodiment (another example) as follows.
In the above embodiment, when the special condition is satisfied, the special effect is executed in a plurality of continuous variable games. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, even if the special effect is executed in one variable game, Good. For example, a special effect (so-called “gase”) may be performed when a special condition is not satisfied. In other words, the execution of the special effect may at least be suggested without indicating that the special condition is satisfied.

  In the above embodiment, the special effects are executed in a plurality of variable games from the variable game in which the special condition is satisfied. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the variable game is executed after the variable game in which the special condition is satisfied. A special effect may be executed.

  In the above embodiment, when the special condition is satisfied, the special effect is executed in a plurality of continuous variation games, but the special transition lottery is not performed during the execution of the special effect. For example, the special transfer lottery may be performed when the special transfer lottery is not won.

  In the above embodiment, when a watermelon role or a cherry role is won in a variable game where special effects are executed, both the special transition lottery and the change lottery were performed, but not limited to this, for example, a special transition lottery Either one of the change lotteries may be performed, or none may be performed.

  -In the said embodiment, although the suggestion symbol was employ | adopted as an effect which suggests a winning combination, it is not restricted to this, For example, it may not be a symbol. Further, although the suggestion symbol indicating the winning combination is displayed, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the winning combination may not correspond to the suggestion symbol, and the suggestion symbol indicating the winning combination may be displayed.

  In the above embodiment, the control related to the payout of award medals is performed when the last stop button is no longer detected, and one variable game is ended when the control is completed. Not limited to this.

  In the above embodiment, the suggestion symbol is variably displayed when the game is ready to start, and the suggestion symbol is stopped and displayed when the variation game starts, but this is not restrictive. For example, the suggestion symbol may be stopped and displayed in response to any stop operation. Further, for example, the suggested symbol may be stopped and displayed when the change game ends. Further, for example, the suggestion symbol may be displayed in a variable manner when the change game ends. In other words, the timing of the stop display of the suggestion symbol is preferably from the start to the end of one variation game, and there is no problem even if it is other than this.

  In the above embodiment, the hold information is more easily set for the variable game of the second special prize than the first special prize, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the first special prize On-hold information may be set for the same number of variable games in the second special prize, and may be adopted as a winning combination having the same degree of advantage.

  In the above embodiment, the special replay combination is adopted as the special combination and the first special replay combination and the second special replay combination are included as the special replay combination. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the special replay combination may be configured to include one type or three or more types. In addition, for example, a winning combination in which a pushing order for winning and a pushing order other than that specified in a special replay role are not adopted as a special role, and a pushing order for winning like a watermelon role or a cherry role. A winning combination that is not prescribed in the above may be adopted as a special combination.

  In the above embodiment, the watermelon role and the cherry role are employed as the specific role in which the special transition lottery is performed in the variable game that is not based on the hold information, but is not limited thereto. For example, a winning combination other than a watermelon combination and a cherry combination may be employed as the specific combination. In addition, for example, a winning combination in which a winning push order and other push orders are defined may be adopted as a specific combination, such as a special replay combination. Also, for example, it does not matter whether the specific combination and the special combination overlap.

  In the above embodiment, when the first hold information is changed, the type of the hold image is changed so as to correspond to the changed hold information. Regardless of the hold information, the type of the hold image may not be changed.

  -In the above embodiment, in the variable game based on the hold information, the winning probability of the special transfer lottery may differ depending on the winning combination, but not limited to this, for example, the winning probability of the special transfer lottery is the same depending on the winning combination It may be.

  In the above embodiment, the probability is varied depending on the added number of the hold information. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the probability may be changed depending on the total number of the hold information. Further, for example, the probability may be varied depending on the order of the hold information (which number is the hold information).

  In the above embodiment, 2 to 4 pieces of hold information can be set in response to a special winning in a single variable game, but not limited to this, for example, 1 or 5 or more pieces The hold information may be settable.

  -In the above embodiment, the hold information is set in response to the special winning, but not limited to this, for example, on the condition that the special replay role is won, even if the special winning is not held Information may be set. Further, for example, the hold information may not be set with a predetermined probability even if the hold information is not always set in response to the special winning.

  In the above embodiment, a special transition lottery is set on the condition that the watermelon role or cherry role is won, but not limited to this, for example, even if the watermelon role or cherry role is won, depending on the operation mode If it is controlled not to win a prize, the special transition lottery may be performed only after the winning.

  In the above embodiment, the hold information is set so as to correspond to a plurality of continuous variable games, but not limited to this, for example, the hold information is set to correspond to a plurality of non-continuous variable games. May be.

  -In the above embodiment, when the total number of the hold information exceeds the upper limit number, the hold information set to correspond to the next variable game has been changed to the hold information that is surely won in the special transition lottery. Not limited to this. For example, even if the total number of hold information does not exceed the upper limit number, if the reference number exceeds a predetermined reference number, the hold information set to correspond to the next variable game is changed to advantageous hold information. May be. Further, for example, control may be performed so that any one is determined from a plurality of types of reference numbers. Further, for example, the hold information set to correspond to the next variable game may be changed to advantageous hold information even if the special transfer lottery is not necessarily won. Further, for example, it may be controlled to be advantageous by the winning combination. Further, for example, the target to be changed to advantageous hold information is not limited to the next variable game, and may be hold information set to correspond to at least the next and subsequent variable games. It does not matter whether there is a plurality of pending information.

  In the above embodiment, when the special transition lottery is won during the ART normal mode, the transition is made to the ART special mode in the next variable game. However, the present invention is not limited to this. You may shift to the ART special mode. That is, it is sufficient that at least the right to shift from the ART normal mode to the ART special mode is given.

In the above embodiment, two types of gaming state control, low-probability RT gaming and high-probability RT gaming, are performed, but not limited to this, for example, three or more gaming state controls may be performed. .
In the above embodiment, two types of performance states are controlled in the low probability RT game, and three types of performance states are controlled in the high probability RT game, but the present invention is not limited to this. In particular, for example, the ART normal mode and the ART special mode may be combined and controlled as the ART mode in the same manner. Further, for example, an ART initial mode may be newly added, and control may be performed so as to shift from the preparation mode to the ART initial mode and from the ART initial mode to the ART normal mode. That is, the specific state may be composed of one kind of effect state or a plurality of kinds of effect states.

  In the above embodiment, the ART normal mode and the ART special mode are controlled by a predetermined number of variable games. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the ART normal mode or the ART special mode before the transition or during the stay. The number of times that the variable game is controlled may be determined. That is, the initial number of times may be changeable, and each remaining G number may be added during the stay. In addition, for example, control (so-called “management by the number of sets”) that allows the ART normal mode and the ART special mode for the unit period to be continued with the number of executions of a predetermined variable game as a unit period is performed. Also good.

  In the above embodiment, the advantageous degree of extension of the ART mode is varied depending on the lottery probability in the special transition lottery that determines whether or not to shift from the ART normal mode to the ART special mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the degree of advantage of extending the ART mode may be varied depending on the winning probability in the lottery that adds each remaining G number such as the ART normal mode and the ART special mode. Further, for example, the advantage of extending the ART mode may be made different depending on the winning probability in the lottery for the number of times of addition added to each remaining G number in the ART normal mode or the ART special mode. Of course, the advantage of extending the ART mode may be varied not only by adding each remaining G number but also by control that can be continued in a unit period. Further, for example, the advantage of extending the ART mode may be varied depending on the probability that the special Lip Navi effect is executed in the ART normal mode. That is, the extension information may include a notification probability for notifying the specific operation condition.

  In the above embodiment, the specific operation condition is notified by notifying the pressing order of the stop operation. However, the operation timing of the stop operation is not limited to this, for example, when a winning of a predetermined winning combination is instructed. The specific operation condition may be notified or may not be notified.

  In the above embodiment, various effects and various notifications are performed by the effect display device 14, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, means such as the speaker Sp and the decoration lamp La may be used. Also good.

  In the above embodiment, various ART modes are adopted, but not limited to this, for example, a bonus or the like that wins a small role such as a bell role with a high probability may be adopted, and these are combinations. Also good.

  In the above embodiment, the main control board 40 and the sub control board 41 are provided with various functions. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the function of the main control board 40 may be provided in the sub control board 41. In addition, the main control board 40 may have the function of the sub control board 41. As a specific example, the presentation state is managed by the sub control board 41, but the presentation state may be managed by the main control board 40. Further, the various remaining G numbers are managed by the sub control board 41, but may be managed by the main control board 40. Further, although various navigation effects are determined on the sub-control board 41, various navigation effects may be determined on the main control board 40. Further, the advantage degree of the special transfer lottery may be managed by the main control board 40.

  In the above embodiment, the sub control board 41 may not be provided. In this case, the main control board 40 controls means such as the effect display device 14, the speaker Sp, and the decorative lamp La.

The above embodiment may be embodied in a pachinko slot machine (pachislot machine) that uses a game ball (pachinko ball) as a game medium.
Next, a technical idea that can be grasped from the above embodiment and another example will be added below.

  (A) The state control means, as the control of the specific state, shifts to the first specific state that can be executed from a first specific state that can be executed in a predetermined game and the first specific state after completion. Performing control with the second specific state that is possible, the right grant determining means determines whether to grant the right to control the second specific state in the first specific state as the extended right, The game execution number counting means counts the number of executions of a predetermined game executed in the first specific state.

(B) The extension information includes a lottery probability indicating a probability of determining that the extension right is granted by the right grant determining means.
(C) a derivation control means for controlling a specific combination so that a specific combination can be won when a stop operation by a player satisfies a specific operation condition in the specific state when the specific combination is won by the winning combination lottery means; Notification control means for controlling so that the specific operation condition can be notified to the notification means in a state, wherein the right grant determination means grants the extension right when a specific combination is won in the specific state It is determined whether or not, and the extension information includes a notification probability indicating a probability of causing the notification means to notify the specific operation condition.

  (D) The extension information setting means is capable of setting the extension information so as to correspond to one or more consecutive games from the next time in one game in the specific state.

  (E) A single game performed by changing the symbols in a plurality of columns based on the start operation performed by the player is started by the symbol display means, and the symbols in each column are changed based on the start of one game. In the gaming machine in which the display result is derived as a winning combination based on the stop operation by the player after the start of the game, the winning combination for drawing the winning combination from a plurality of winning combinations based on the starting operation Whether or not to grant a role lottery means, a state control means for controlling a specific state that is a game more advantageous to the player than the normal state, and an extension right to extend the control of the specific state in the specific state A right granting determination means for determining whether or not the extended right based on the determination result by the right granting determination means is provided on the condition that the special combination is won by the winning combination lottery unit in the specific state. Extension information setting means for setting the extension information indicating the degree of advantage of the game so as to correspond to a predetermined game, and the predetermined game in which the extension information is set based on the extension information set by the extension information setting means Production control means for performing control to display an extension suggestion image suggesting the degree of advantage of the extension right on the production display means so as to correspond to the extension right, and the right grant determination means is extended by the extension information setting means Control whether or not to grant the extension right in a predetermined game for which information is set, and the extension information setting means confirms that the predetermined game for which the extension information is set has been performed. As a condition, the extension information is controlled as invalid information, and on the condition that the special combination is won by the winning combination lottery means in the specific state, A set number determining unit that determines whether or not the total number of extension information set by the information setting unit exceeds a predetermined upper limit number, and the extension information setting unit includes a total of extension information by the set number determining unit; When it is determined that the number exceeds the upper limit number, control is performed to change the extension information set in at least one of the subsequent games to advantageous extension information.

  (F) A single game performed by changing the symbols in a plurality of columns based on the start operation performed by the player is started by the symbol display means, and the symbols in each column are changed based on the start of one game. In the gaming machine in which the display result is derived as a winning combination based on the stop operation by the player after the start of the game, the winning combination for drawing the winning combination from a plurality of winning combinations based on the starting operation Whether or not to grant a role lottery means, a state control means for controlling a specific state that is a game more advantageous to the player than the normal state, and an extension right to extend the control of the specific state in the specific state A right granting determination means for determining whether or not the extended right based on the determination result by the right granting determination means is provided on the condition that the special combination is won by the winning combination lottery unit in the specific state. Extension information setting means for setting the extension information indicating the degree of advantage of the game so as to correspond to a predetermined game, and the predetermined game in which the extension information is set based on the extension information set by the extension information setting means Production control means for performing control to display an extension suggestion image suggesting the degree of advantage of the extension right on the production display means so as to correspond to the extension right, and the right grant determination means is extended by the extension information setting means Control whether or not to grant the extension right in a predetermined game for which information is set, and the extension information setting means confirms that the predetermined game for which the extension information is set has been performed. As a condition, the extension information is controlled as invalid information, and on the condition that the special combination is won by the winning combination lottery means in the specific state, A set number determining unit that determines whether or not the total number of extension information set by the information setting unit exceeds a predetermined upper limit number, and the extension information setting unit includes a total of extension information by the set number determining unit; When it is determined that the number exceeds the upper limit number, the extension information set in at least one of the next and subsequent games is controlled to be changed to advantageous extension information, and the effect control means includes: The winning combination won by the winning combination lottery means in the effect display means between the start and the end of the game in each game. Control is performed so that display is possible in a stop mode suggested for.

  (G) One game performed by changing the symbols in a plurality of columns based on the start operation performed by the player is started by the symbol display means, and the symbols in each column are changed based on the start of one game. In the gaming machine in which the display result is derived as a winning combination based on the stop operation by the player after the start of the game, the winning combination for drawing the winning combination from a plurality of winning combinations based on the starting operation Role lottery means, state control means for controlling a specific state that can be executed in a predetermined number of games that are more advantageous to the player than in the normal state, and a predetermined game executed in the specific state A game execution number counting means for counting the number of times of execution; a right grant determining means for determining whether or not to grant an extension right to extend control of the specific state in the specific state; and Extended information setting means for setting extended information indicating the degree of advantage of the extended right based on the determination result by the right grant determining means so as to correspond to a predetermined game, on condition that a special role is won by the role lottery means Based on the extension information set by the extension information setting means, an effect display means for displaying an extension suggestion image that suggests the degree of advantage for the extension right so as to correspond to the predetermined game for which the extension information is set Production control means for performing control to be displayed on the right, the right grant determination means can determine whether or not to grant the extension right in a predetermined game for which extension information is set by the extension information setting means The extension information setting means controls the extension information on the condition that a predetermined game in which the extension information is set is played. Is controlled as invalid information, and the state control means responds to a predetermined game by the extension information setting means when the number of executions counted by the game execution number counting means reaches a reference number. When the extension information is not set, control for terminating the specific state is performed, while when the extension information is set so as to correspond to a predetermined game by the extension information setting unit, the specific state is continued. It is characterized by controlling.

  L1 ... winning line, L2 to L5 ... non-winning line, 10 ... pachinko slot machine, 13 ... drum unit (design display means), 13L ... left reel, 13C ... middle reel, 13R ... right reel, 14 ... effect display device ( Effect display means, notification means), 22 ... start lever (game start operation means), 23L, 23C, 23R ... stop button (derivation operation acceptance means), 40 ... main control board, 40a ... main control CPU (winning lottery) Means, derivation control means), 40b ... main control ROM, 40c ... main control RAM, 41 ... sub control board, 41a ... sub control CPU (state control means, game execution frequency counting means, right granting determination means, extension) Information setting means, setting number determination means, effect control means, notification control means), 41b... Sub-control ROM, 41c.

Claims (1)

In a gaming machine in which a display result is derived on the symbol display means based on a stop operation after a game performed by changing symbols in a plurality of rows based on a start operation is started by the symbol display means.
A winning combination lottery means for drawing a winning combination based on the start operation;
State control means for controlling a specific state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state;
Game execution number counting means for counting the number of times the game is executed in the specific state;
A right grant determining means for determining whether to grant an extension right to extend the control of the specific state in the specific state;
Extension information storage means for storing extension information indicating the degree of advantage for granting the extension right in a predetermined storage area on condition that a special role is won in the specific state;
Production control means for performing control to execute an extension suggestion that suggests the degree of advantage for granting the extension right based on the extension information, and
The right grant determining means controls to determine whether to grant the extension right in a specific game performed when the extension information is stored,
The extension information storage means controls the extension information as invalid information on the condition that the specific game has been performed,
When the number of executions counted by the game execution number counting means reaches a reference number, in the specific game, the specific state is continuously controlled and a special effect is triggered when a special condition is satisfied. Is executed and the storage of the extension information is retained even when the specific game is fulfilled when the special condition is satisfied,
The extension information includes a plurality of types of extension information having different degrees of advantage for granting the extension right,
The extension suggests directing is, Ri directing der suggest to each of the extended information a class of preferred degree for the grant of the extension rights,
The special roles include a first special role and a second special role,
The extension information storage means stores a larger number of the extension information with a higher probability when winning the second special role than when winning the first special role,
The specific game is composed of a plurality of games,
The special effects are executed in the first game and the game after the first game among the plurality of games constituting the specific game, and are not executed in the first game but from the first game. A gaming machine that may be executed in a later game .