JP6513760B2 - Gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  Conventionally, a plurality of reels on which a plurality of symbols are arranged on each surface, game medals, coins and the like ("medals and the like") are inserted, and it is detected that the player operates the start lever, and a plurality of reels. Detects that the player has pressed the start switch requesting the start of rotation and the stop button provided corresponding to each of the plurality of reels, and outputs a signal requesting stop of the rotation of the corresponding reel Operation of the stepping motor based on the stop switch, the stepping motor provided corresponding to each of the plurality of reels and transmitting the respective driving force to each reel, and the signal outputted by the start switch and the stop switch. A reel control unit for controlling and rotating each reel and stopping the operation, and that the start lever is operated When it comes out, the lottery is performed based on the random number value, and the rotation of the reel is stopped based on the result of the lottery ("internal winning combination") and the timing when it is detected that the stop button is operated. Known gaming machines are known.

  As such a conventional gaming machine, it is an assist time (AT) for giving notice of a stop operation for winning a combination (small combination) related to the payout of medals, and a combination (replay) which becomes a trigger of operation of replay What has ART state which is a state with a high winning probability of) is known. For example, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, an ART state and a special ART state in which the winning probability of replay is higher than that in the ART state are provided. In the ART state, one set (100 games) of games is played, but in the special ART state, a lottery is performed to determine whether to add the number of ART sets, on condition that a replay such as a special replay is won. If winning the lottery, the number of ART sets will be added.

JP, 2013-248441, A

  Here, in the conventional gaming machine, it has been required to prevent the player's motivation from being reduced by imposing a disadvantage on the player.

  An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of preventing the player's motivation from being reduced.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following gaming machine.
(I) variable display means capable of variably displaying a plurality of identification displays;
A role determining means for determining a winning combination based on a predetermined start timing;
Stop operation means capable of receiving a stop operation by a player;
Stop control means for deriving a display result by stopping variable display on the variable display means based on the winning combination determined by the combination determining means and the stop operation;
Notification means for notifying information on the stop operation;
A disadvantage giving means for giving a disadvantage to the player;
A disadvantage suggestion output control means for performing an output indicating the occurrence of the disadvantage;
A first state and a second state are provided as the states to be notified by the notification means,
Said disadvantage giving means is
When the information on the stop operation is notified by the notification means, and the stop operation different from the stop operation related to the notified information is performed as the stop operation on the stop operation means, the first state and the second state It is possible to give the disadvantage only in the second state of
The said disadvantage suggestion output control means,
In the first state and the second state, when the information on the stop operation is notified by the notification means, and a stop operation different from the stop operation according to the information notified as the stop operation on the stop operation means is performed state, and are able to perform the suggested output said disadvantages may occur,
The stop control means is
In the first state, when the first stop operation is performed as the stop operation to the stop operation means, the stop control can be performed so as not to derive the display result corresponding to the predetermined combination, Even when the second stop operation is performed as the stop operation for the stop operation means, the stop control can be performed so as not to derive the display result corresponding to the predetermined combination,
In the second state, when the first stop operation is performed as the stop operation on the stop operation means, the stop control can be performed so as not to derive the display result corresponding to the predetermined combination. When the second stop operation is performed as the stop operation on the stop operation means, the stop control can be performed so as to derive the display result corresponding to the predetermined combination,
Said disadvantage giving means is
In the second state, when the notification unit notifies of information on the second stop operation, and the stop operation different from the second stop operation is performed as the stop operation on the stop operation unit, the disadvantage It is possible to give
A game machine characterized by

(1) symbol display means (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R, and reel display window 4) capable of performing variable display and stop display of symbols;
Start command means (for example, start lever 23 and start switch 79) for outputting a start command signal in response to an operation by the player;
Internal lottery means (for example, main CPU 93 for executing the processing of FIG. 40) for determining an internal winning combination triggered by detection of the start instruction signal output from the start instruction means;
The fluctuation control means (for example, the process of step S 196 of FIG. 43 and the step S 465 of FIG. 49) which performs the fluctuation display of the symbol in the symbol display means in response to the detection of the start instruction signal output from the start instruction means. Main CPU 93) that executes the processing of
Stop command means (for example, stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R, and a stop switch) for outputting a stop command signal according to the operation by the player;
When the predetermined internal winning combination is determined by the internal lottery means, and the stop instruction signal outputted from the stop instruction means corresponds to a predetermined stopping operation, the stop mode corresponding to the predetermined internal winning combination Stop control means (for example, the main CPU 93 executing the process of FIG. 45 and the process of step S 465 of FIG. 49) for stopping and displaying the symbols for which the variable display is being performed by the fluctuation control means;
Notification data storage means (for example, a ROM cartridge substrate 86) capable of storing notification data for notifying stop operation information necessary for performing the predetermined stop operation;
Notification output means (for example, liquid crystal display device 11) capable of performing output for notification based on the notification data;
Notification means (for example, sub CPU 102 for executing push order navigation effects in ART) for notifying the stop operation information by the notification output means based on the notification data stored in the notification data storage means;
From the replay low probability gaming state in which the winning probability of replay, which is the trigger of operation of replaying which is a unit game to be performed without inserting gaming media, is a first predetermined probability when a predetermined condition is satisfied. Game state management means (for example, the main CPU 93 that executes the process of step S 358 in FIG. 46) to shift to the replay high probability gaming state in which the winning probability of the second predetermined probability is higher than the first predetermined probability; A gaming machine comprising: a main RAM 95 for storing the gaming state flag storage area of (a);
The stop control means is
The special lottery (for example, MB) is determined as the internal winning combination by the internal lottery means in the AT gaming state in which the notification means is informed and in the ART which is the replay high probability gaming state (for example, RT2 gaming state) After that, in the ART middle holding state (for example, between MB flags) until the symbol display means is stopped and displayed in the stop mode corresponding to the special combination (for example, between the MB flags), the first specific combination (for example, When the middle bell), the second specified part (eg, cherry blossoms) and the third specified part (eg, left special part) are determined as internal winning combinations,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to a first specific stop operation, the variation control means in a stop mode corresponding to the first specified combination (for example, middle bell) While stopping the display of the symbol that is being displayed by the variable display,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to a second specific stop operation, the variation control means in a stop mode corresponding to the second specific part (for example, a corner cherry) Stop the display of the symbol that is being changed display by
In the ART non-transferred state (for example, between non-MB flags) which is the ART and other than the ART middle carry-over state, the first specific combination (for example, middle bell) and the second When a specific combination (for example, cherry blossoms) and the third specific combination (for example, left special combination) are determined as internal winning combinations,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the first specific stop operation, the fluctuation control is performed in the stop mode corresponding to the first specified combination (for example, middle bell). While the symbol on which the variable display is performed by the means is stopped and displayed,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the second specific stop operation, the variation in the stop mode corresponding to the third specified combination (for example, the left special combination) Stop the display of the symbol that is being changed display by the control means,
The notification means (for example, the sub CPU 102 executing the process of step S 928 in FIG. 65)
In the ART middle-carry-over state (for example, special ART), the internal lottery means uses the first specific part (for example, middle bell), the second specific part (for example, cherry blossoms) and the third specific part (for example, When the left special role) is determined as an internal winning combination, stop operation information (for example, the pressing order for winning the middle bell) required to perform the first specific stop operation, and the second specific stop Informing one of the stop operation information of the stop operation information (for example, the pressing order for winning a square cherry) necessary for performing the operation;
The gaming machine further includes:
In the ART middle-carry-over state (for example, special ART), the internal lottery means uses the first specific part (for example, middle bell), the second specific part (for example, cherry blossoms) and the third specific part (for example, When the left special combination) is determined as the internal winning combination, the above-described first operation information is notified as the stop operation information by the notification unit based on the current mode (for example, any of the probability variation levels 1 to 4). [1] Stop operation information required to perform a specific stop operation (for example, pressing order for winning the middle bell) and stop operation information required to perform the second specific stop operation (for example, winning a square cherry) Notification information determining means (for example, the sub CPU 102 that executes the process of step S 927 in FIG. 65) that determines any one of the stop operation information in the order of pressing);
When a specific condition is satisfied, the notification information determination unit is used from the low mode in which the probability that the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation is determined by the notification information determination unit is relatively low. Mode transition means for transitioning to a high mode in which the probability that the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation is determined is higher than the low mode (for example, the sub performing step S926 in FIG. 65) CPU 102) and
The notification information determination means
When the current mode is the high mode, the second specific stop operation is performed as the stop operation information notified by the notification unit with higher probability than when the current mode is the low mode. To determine the required stop operation information,
The gaming machine further includes:
The unit in the ART based on that the symbol display means is stopped and displayed in the stop mode corresponding to the second specified combination (for example, corner cherry) in the ART middle holding state (for example, special ART) The ART game number increasing means (for example, the sub CPU 102 executing the processing of step S1006 and step S1008 of FIG. 69) for increasing the number of ART games which is the number of times the game is played,
The gaming state management means
When the special combination is determined as an internal winning combination by the internal lottery means in the ART, a replay high probability gaming state in which a winning probability of the replay is the second predetermined probability is maintained.
A game machine characterized by

  According to the invention of (1), after the special winning combination is determined as an internal winning combination in the ART, the ART middle holding state is held until the special winning combination is won. When the first specified combination, the second specified combination, and the third specified combination are determined as internal winning combinations in the ART middle-carriage status, the first specified combination is won when the first specified stop operation is performed, and the second specified combination is won When the specific stop operation is performed, the second specific part wins. Then, the number of ART games increases based on the fact that the second special winning combination is won in the ART middle holding state.

  Here, according to the invention of (1), when the first specified combination, the second specified combination and the third specified combination are determined as the internal combination combinations in the ART middle holding state, the first specified stop operation is performed. Any one of the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation and the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation is notified. When the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation is notified, the player can win the second specific winning combination by performing the second specific stop operation according to the stop operation information. This makes it possible to create a situation in which the player can easily enjoy the benefit that the number of ART games increases.

  Further, according to the invention of (1), when the special combination is determined as the internal winning combination in the ART, the winning probability of replay does not change, and the replay high probability gaming state is maintained. That is, the RT state is not changed in generating the ART holding state (the state for increasing the number of ART games). According to the invention of (1), the ART game can be performed by notifying stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation instead of changing the RT state to increase the winning probability of the second specific part. The player is made to enjoy the benefit that the number increases. Therefore, it becomes possible to simplify the management of the gaming state, and in generating the state for increasing the number of ART games, it is possible to prevent the data area in the main control circuit from being compressed.

  Further, according to the invention of (1), when the first specified combination, the second specified combination and the third specified combination are determined as internal winning combinations in the ART non-transferred state, the first specified stop operation is performed. If it is known, the first specific part wins, and if the second specific stop operation is performed, the third specific part wins. On the other hand, when the first specified combination, the second specified combination and the third specified combination are determined as internal winning combinations in the ART middle-carriage status, the first specified combination is won when the first specified stop operation is performed, When the second specific stop operation is performed, the second specific combination is won.

  That is, the stop control is different between the ART non-transferred state and the ART middle-carried state, and the second specified combination does not win even if the second specific stop operation is performed in the ART non-transferred state, but the ART middle-carried state In the state, when the second specific stop operation is performed, the second specific combination wins. As described above, the second specific player who triggers an increase in the number of ART games shifts from the ART non-transferred state to the ART middle carry-over state, and can not win until the stop control is changed. 2) It is possible to raise the player's interest in the specific part.

  Further, according to the invention of (1), the probability that the high mode is determined to notify the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation is higher than the low mode. Therefore, the second specific part is more likely to win in the high mode than the low mode, and as a result, the number of ART games tends to increase. As described above, it is possible to provide variations in the ease of increase in the number of ART games by providing modes in which the probabilities determined to notify the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation are different from each other. This can improve the interest of the game. Then, it is possible to have the player play a game while holding anticipation for transition to the high mode.

(2) symbol display means (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R, and reel display window 4) capable of performing variable display and stop display of symbols;
Start command means (for example, start lever 23 and start switch 79) for outputting a start command signal in response to an operation by the player;
Internal lottery means (for example, main CPU 93 for executing the processing of FIG. 40) for determining an internal winning combination triggered by detection of the start instruction signal output from the start instruction means;
The fluctuation control means (for example, the process of step S 196 of FIG. 43 and the step S 465 of FIG. 49) which performs the fluctuation display of the symbol in the symbol display means in response to the detection of the start instruction signal output from the start instruction means. Main CPU 93) that executes the processing of
Stop command means (for example, stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R, and a stop switch) for outputting a stop command signal according to the operation by the player;
When the predetermined internal winning combination is determined by the internal lottery means, and the stop instruction signal outputted from the stop instruction means corresponds to a predetermined stopping operation, the stop mode corresponding to the predetermined internal winning combination Stop control means (for example, the main CPU 93 executing the process of FIG. 45 and the process of step S 465 of FIG. 49) for stopping and displaying the symbols for which the variable display is being performed by the fluctuation control means;
Notification data storage means (for example, a ROM cartridge substrate 86) capable of storing notification data for notifying stop operation information necessary for performing the predetermined stop operation;
Notification output means (for example, liquid crystal display device 11) capable of performing output for notification based on the notification data;
Notification means (for example, sub CPU 102 for executing push order navigation effects in ART) for notifying the stop operation information by the notification output means based on the notification data stored in the notification data storage means;
From the replay low probability gaming state in which the winning probability of replay, which is the trigger of operation of replaying which is a unit game to be performed without inserting gaming media, is a first predetermined probability when a predetermined condition is satisfied. Game state management means (for example, the main CPU 93 that executes the process of step S 358 in FIG. 46) to shift to the replay high probability gaming state in which the winning probability of the second predetermined probability is higher than the first predetermined probability; A gaming machine comprising: a main RAM 95 for storing the gaming state flag storage area of (a);
The stop control means is
The special lottery (for example, MB) is determined as the internal winning combination by the internal lottery means in the AT gaming state in which the notification means is informed and in the ART which is the replay high probability gaming state (for example, RT2 gaming state) After that, in the ART middle holding state (for example, between MB flags) until the symbol display means is stopped and displayed in the stop mode corresponding to the special combination (for example, between the MB flags), the first specific combination (for example, When the middle bell) and the second specified role (for example, cherry blossoms) are determined as internal winning combinations,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to a first specific stop operation, the variation control means in a stop mode corresponding to the first specified combination (for example, middle bell) While stopping the display of the symbol that is being displayed by the variable display,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to a second specific stop operation, the variation control means in a stop mode corresponding to the second specific part (for example, a corner cherry) Stop the display of the symbol that is being changed display by
The notification means (for example, the sub CPU 102 executing the process of step S 928 in FIG. 65)
In the ART middle holding state (for example, special ART), the first specific combination (for example, middle bell) and the second specific combination (for example, square cherry) are determined as the internal combination by the internal lottery means. In the case, the stop operation information required to perform the first specific stop operation (for example, the pressing order for winning the middle bell) or the stop operation information required to perform the second specific stop operation (for example, , Informing the push order to win the corner cherry,),
The gaming machine further includes:
The unit in the ART based on that the symbol display means is stopped and displayed in the stop mode corresponding to the second specified combination (for example, corner cherry) in the ART middle holding state (for example, special ART) The ART game number increasing means (for example, the sub CPU 102 executing the processing of step S1006 and step S1008 of FIG. 69) for increasing the number of ART games which is the number of times the game is played,
The gaming state management means
When the special combination is determined as an internal winning combination by the internal lottery means in the ART, a replay high probability gaming state in which a winning probability of the replay is the second predetermined probability is maintained.
A game machine characterized by

  According to the invention of (2), after the special winning combination is determined as an internal winning combination in the ART, until the special winning combination is won, the ART middle holding state is established. When the first specified combination and the second specified combination are determined as internal winning combinations in the ART middle holding state, the first specified combination is won when the first specified stop operation is performed, and the second specified stop operation is performed. The second special part wins when it is received. Then, the number of ART games increases based on the fact that the second special winning combination is won in the ART middle holding state.

  Here, according to the invention of (2), when the first specified combination and the second specified combination are determined as the internal combination in the ART middle holding state, the stop necessary for performing the first specified stop operation The operation information or the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation is notified. When the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation is notified, the player can win the second specific winning combination by performing the second specific stop operation according to the stop operation information. This makes it possible to create a situation in which the player can easily enjoy the benefit that the number of ART games increases.

  Further, according to the invention of (2), when the special combination is determined as the internal winning combination in the ART, the winning probability of replay does not change, and the replay high probability gaming state is maintained. That is, the RT state is not changed in generating the ART holding state (the state for increasing the number of ART games). According to the invention of (2), the ART game can be performed by notifying stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation instead of changing the RT state to increase the winning probability of the second specific part. The player is made to enjoy the benefit that the number increases. Therefore, it becomes possible to simplify the management of the gaming state, and in generating the state for increasing the number of ART games, it is possible to prevent the data area in the main control circuit from being compressed.

(3) The gaming machine according to (2) above,
The stop control means is
In the ART non-transferred state (for example, between non-MB flags) which is the ART and other than the ART middle carry-over state, the first specific combination (for example, middle bell) and the second When a specific combination (for example, cherry blossoms) and a third specific combination (for example, left special combination) are determined as internal winning combinations,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the first specific stop operation, the fluctuation control is performed in the stop mode corresponding to the first specified combination (for example, middle bell). While the symbol on which the variable display is performed by the means is stopped and displayed,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the second specific stop operation, the variation in the stop mode corresponding to the third specified combination (for example, the left special combination) Stop the display of the symbol that is being changed display by the control means,
In the ART middle holding state (e.g., between MB flags), the internal lottery means causes the first specified combination (e.g., middle bell), the second specified combination (e.g., square cherry), and the third specified combination (e.g.,. , And the left special role) is determined as an internal winning combination,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the first specific stop operation, the fluctuation control is performed in the stop mode corresponding to the first specified combination (for example, middle bell). While the symbol on which the variable display is performed by the means is stopped and displayed,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the second specific stop operation, the fluctuation control is performed in a stop mode corresponding to the second specific part (for example, a corner cherry) Stop display of the symbol that is being displayed by variable means,
It is characterized by

  According to the invention of (3), when the first specified combination, the second specified combination and the third specified combination are determined as the internal combination in the non-transferred state during ART, when the first specified stop operation is performed When the first specified combination is won and the second specified stop operation is performed, the third specified combination is won. On the other hand, when the first specified combination, the second specified combination and the third specified combination are determined as internal winning combinations in the ART middle-carriage status, the first specified combination is won when the first specified stop operation is performed, When the second specific stop operation is performed, the second specific combination is won.

  That is, the stop control is different between the ART non-transferred state and the ART middle-carried state, and the second specified combination does not win even if the second specific stop operation is performed in the ART non-transferred state, but the ART middle-carried state In the state, when the second specific stop operation is performed, the second specific combination wins. As described above, the second specific player who triggers an increase in the number of ART games shifts from the ART non-transferred state to the ART middle carry-over state, and can not win until the stop control is changed. 2) It is possible to raise the player's interest in the specific part.

(4) The gaming machine according to (2) or (3) above,
The gaming machine further includes:
In the ART middle holding state (for example, special ART), the first specific combination (for example, middle bell) and the second specific combination (for example, square cherry) are determined as the internal combination by the internal lottery means. In this case, notification information determination means (for example, the step shown in FIG. 65) for determining whether or not to notify stop operation information (for example, pressing order for winning a square cherry) necessary for performing the second specific stop operation. The sub CPU 102) which executes the processing of S927,
The notification means is
In the ART middle holding state (for example, special ART), the first specific combination (for example, middle bell) and the second specific combination (for example, square cherry) are determined as the internal combination by the internal lottery means. In this case, the second information is determined on the condition that it has been determined to notify stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation (for example, the pressing order for winning a square cherry) by the notification information determining means. Informing stop operation information (for example, pressing order for winning square cherry) for performing specific stop operation,
The notification information determination means
A plurality of modes (for example, probability variation levels 1 to 4) having different probabilities of being determined to notify stop operation information (for example, pressing order for winning a square cherry) necessary for performing the second specific stop operation It is determined that the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation is to be notified with a probability according to one of the modes of
The gaming machine further includes:
In order to perform the second specific stop operation from a low mode in which the probability of determining to report stop operation information necessary to perform the second specific stop operation is relatively low when a specific condition is satisfied Mode transition means (for example, the sub CPU 102 that executes the process of step S926 in FIG. 65) for transitioning to the high mode in which the probability determined to notify the necessary stop operation information is higher than the low mode.
It is characterized by

  According to the invention of (4), it is more likely that the high mode is determined to notify the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation than the low mode. Therefore, the second specific part is more likely to win in the high mode than the low mode, and as a result, the number of ART games tends to increase. As described above, it is possible to provide variations in the ease of increase in the number of ART games by providing modes in which the probabilities determined to notify the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation are different from each other. This can improve the interest of the game. Then, it is possible to have the player play a game while holding anticipation for transition to the high mode.

(5) symbol display means (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R, and reel display window 4) capable of performing variable display and stop display of symbols;
Start command means (for example, start lever 23 and start switch 79) for outputting a start command signal in response to an operation by the player;
Internal lottery means (for example, main CPU 93 for executing the processing of FIG. 40) for determining an internal winning combination triggered by detection of the start instruction signal output from the start instruction means;
The fluctuation control means (for example, the process of step S 196 of FIG. 43 and the step S 465 of FIG. 49) which performs the fluctuation display of the symbol in the symbol display means in response to the detection of the start instruction signal output from the start instruction means. Main CPU 93) that executes the processing of
Stop command means (for example, stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R, and a stop switch) for outputting a stop command signal according to the operation by the player;
When the predetermined internal winning combination is determined by the internal lottery means, and the stop instruction signal outputted from the stop instruction means corresponds to a predetermined stopping operation, the stop mode corresponding to the predetermined internal winning combination Stop control means (for example, the main CPU 93 executing the process of FIG. 45 and the process of step S 465 of FIG. 49) for stopping and displaying the symbols for which the variable display is being performed by the fluctuation control means;
Notification data storage means (for example, a ROM cartridge substrate 86) capable of storing notification data for notifying stop operation information necessary for performing the predetermined stop operation;
Notification output means (for example, liquid crystal display device 11) capable of performing output for notification based on the notification data;
Notification means (for example, sub CPU 102 for executing push order navigation effects in ART) for notifying the stop operation information by the notification output means based on the notification data stored in the notification data storage means;
From the replay low probability gaming state in which the winning probability of replay, which is the trigger of operation of replaying which is a unit game to be performed without inserting gaming media, is a first predetermined probability when a predetermined condition is satisfied. Game state management means (for example, the main CPU 93 that executes the process of step S 358 in FIG. 46) to shift to the replay high probability gaming state in which the winning probability of the second predetermined probability is higher than the first predetermined probability; (A) main RAM 95 for storing the game state flag storage area;
The special lottery (for example, MB) and the special combination (for example, chance) by the internal lottery means in the AT gaming state in which the notification means is notified and in the ART which is the replay high probability gaming state (for example, RT2 gaming state) When both of the replays are determined as internal winning combinations, and in the ART, only the special combining (for example, chance replay) among the special combining and the special combining by the internal lottery means is determined as an internal winning combination. In some cases, only when the special combination (for example, MB) and the special combination (for example, chance replay) are both determined by the internal lottery means in the ART as the internal combination, the unit in the ART Special A to activate special ART to increase the number of ART games, which is the number of times a game is played T actuating means (e.g., sub CPU102 for executing the processing of step S906 and step S909 in FIG. 64) and,
When both the special combination and the special combination are determined as the internal combination by the internal lottery means in the ART, and only the special combination of the special combination and the special combination by the internal lottery means in the ART Special ART prognosticator execution means (for example, step S891 in FIG. 63 and FIG. 63) for executing the special ART prognostic staging to indicate that the special ART is activated in any of the cases where the internal winning combination is determined A sub-CPU 102) for executing the process of step S894,
The stop control means is
After the special combination (for example, MB) is determined as an internal winning combination by the internal lottery means in the ART, during ART until the symbol is displayed on the symbol display means in the stop mode corresponding to the special combination. In the carryover state (for example, between MB flags), when the predetermined combination (for example, square cherry) and the combination other than the predetermined combination are determined as the internal combination by the internal lottery means,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the first specific stop operation, the fluctuation control is performed in a stop mode corresponding to a combination other than the predetermined combination (for example, middle bell). While the symbol on which the variable display is performed by the means is stopped and displayed,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the second specific stop operation, the change control means changes in a stop mode corresponding to the predetermined combination (for example, corner cherry) Stop displaying the symbol being displayed,
In the ART non-transferred state (for example, between non-MB flags) which is the ART other than the ART middle carry-over state, the internal lottery means performs the predetermined combination (eg, square cherry) and the non-predetermined combination by the internal lottery means If the role is determined to be an internal winning combination,
In the case where the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the first specific stop operation, the fluctuation in the stop mode corresponding to a role other than the predetermined role (for example, middle bell) While stopping the display of the symbol on which the variable display is being performed by the control means,
In the case where the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the second specific stop operation, the stop mode corresponding to a combination other than the predetermined combination (for example, left special combination), Stop display of the symbol on which fluctuation display is being performed by the fluctuation control means,
The notification means (for example, the sub CPU 102 executing the process of step S901 in FIG. 64)
When the predetermined combination and the combination other than the predetermined combination are determined by the internal lottery unit as the internal winning combination during the period in which the special ART precursor effect is performed by the special ART precursor effect execution unit, the first Informing stop operation information (for example, pushing order for winning the middle bell) for performing a specific stop operation,
A game machine characterized by

  According to the invention of (5), when both the special character and the special character are determined as internal winning combinations in the ART, the special ART is activated while the special ART for increasing the number of ART games is activated. Special ART prognostic remarks that suggest that are performed. Therefore, through the special ART precursor effect, it is possible for the player to feel the expectation for the special ART to operate.

  Further, according to the invention of (5), when only the special role among the special role and the special role in the ART is determined as the internal winning combination, the special ART is not activated, but also in this case, the special ART precursor An effect (that is, a Gasse effect) is performed. On the other hand, according to the invention of (5), when the predetermined combination and the combination other than the predetermined combination are determined as the internal winning combination in ART non-transferred state, the other than the predetermined combination is performed when the first specific stop operation is performed. When the second combination stop operation is performed, the combination other than the predetermined combination is won. On the other hand, when the predetermined combination and the combination other than the predetermined combination are determined as internal winning combinations in the ART middle holding state, the combination other than the predetermined combination is won when the first specific stop operation is performed, and the second specification is made When the stop operation is performed, the predetermined combination is won. That is, the stop control is different between the ART non-overtaking state and the ART middle-carryover state, and in the non-ART state during ART, even if the second specific stop operation is performed, the predetermined winning combination does not win, but in the ART mid-carryover state The predetermined combination is won when the second specific stop operation is performed.

  Thus, according to the invention of (5), the second specific stop operation is performed in the ART non-transferred state and the ART middle carry-over state (that is, depending on whether the special role is determined as the internal winning combination). The winning combination is different when done. As a result, by performing the second specific stop operation, a situation is created in which it can be easily determined whether the special role is determined as an internal winning combination (that is, whether or not the special ART operates). ing. In this case, even if only the special part of the special part and the special part is determined as the internal winning combination in the ART, the significance that the special ART precursor effect (that is, the Gasse effect) is executed is lost.

  In view of this point, according to the invention of (5), the first specific stop operation is performed when the predetermined combination and the combination other than the predetermined combination are determined as the internal winning combination during the period when the special ART precursor effect is being executed. It is assumed that stop operation information necessary to perform the operation is notified. When the first specific stop operation is performed, whether it is in ART non-transferred state or in ART middle carry-over state (that is, regardless of whether the special role is determined as the internal winning combination) , The combination other than the predetermined combination wins. Therefore, the player is urged to perform the first specific stop operation through the notification (prevents the second specific stop operation being performed), and the special winning combination is determined as the internal winning combination because the winning combinations differ. It can be avoided that it is easily determined whether or not the special ART is activated. This makes it possible to maintain the significance that the special ART precursor effect (that is, the Gasse effect) is executed even when only the special role of the special role and the special role in the ART is determined as the internal winning combination. .

(6) The gaming machine according to (5) above,
The stop control means is
In the ART middle holding state (for example, between MB flags), the first specific combination (for example, middle bell), the second specific combination (for example, square cherry) and the third specific combination (for example, left special) (for example, left special) Role is determined to be an internal winning combination,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the first specific stop operation, the fluctuation control is performed in the stop mode corresponding to the first specified combination (for example, middle bell). While the symbol on which the variable display is performed by the means is stopped and displayed,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the second specific stop operation, the fluctuation control is performed in a stop mode corresponding to the second specific part (for example, a corner cherry) Stop the display of the symbol that is being changed display by means,
In the non-transferred state during ART (for example, between non-MB flags), the internal lottery means uses the first specific part (for example, middle bell), the second specific part (for example, corner cherry) and the third specific part. If (for example, the left special role) is decided as the internal winning combination,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the first specific stop operation, the fluctuation control is performed in the stop mode corresponding to the first specified combination (for example, middle bell). While the symbol on which the variable display is performed by the means is stopped and displayed,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to the second specific stop operation, the variation in the stop mode corresponding to the third specified combination (for example, the left special combination) Stop the display of the symbol that is being changed display by the control means,
The notification means is
During the period when the special ART precursor effect is performed by the special ART precursor effect execution means, the first specific combination, the second specific combination and the third specific combination are determined as the internal winning combination by the internal lottery means When it is determined, the stop operation information (for example, the pressing order for winning the middle bell) for notifying the first specific stop operation is notified.
It is characterized by

  According to the invention of (6), when the first specified combination, the second specified combination and the third specified combination are determined as the internal combination in the non-transferred state during ART, if the first specified stop operation is performed When the first specified combination is won and the second specified stop operation is performed, the third specified combination is won. On the other hand, when the first specified combination, the second specified combination and the third specified combination are determined as the internal winning combination in the ART middle holding state, the first specified combination is won when the first specified stop operation is performed. When the second specific stop operation is performed, the second specified combination is won. That is, the stop control is different between the ART non-transferred state and the ART middle-carried state, and the second specified combination does not win even if the second specific stop operation is performed in the ART non-transferred state, but the ART middle-carried state In the state, when the second specific stop operation is performed, the second specific combination wins.

  Thus, according to the invention of (6), the second specific stop operation is performed in the ART non-transferred state and in the ART middle carry-over state (that is, depending on whether the special role is determined as the internal winning combination). The winning combination is different when done. And, if the player is familiar with the gaming machine and is skilled, there is a possibility that this may be known, and such a player intentionally performs the second specific stop operation to perform the second specification. By checking which combination of the combination and the third specific combination wins, it is easy to determine whether the special combination is determined as an internal combination (ie, whether or not the special ART is activated). It is possible to guess.

  In view of this point, according to the invention of (6), when the first specified combination, the second specified combination and the third specified combination are determined as the internal combination in the period during which the special ART precursor effect is executed. The stop operation information necessary to perform the first specific stop operation is notified. When the first specific stop operation is performed, whether it is in ART non-transferred state or in ART middle carry-over state (that is, regardless of whether the special role is determined as the internal winning combination) , The first specific combination wins. Therefore, the player is urged to perform the first specific stop operation through the notification (prevents the second specific stop operation from being performed), and even a skilled player who is familiar with the gaming machine, It is possible to create a situation where it is difficult to guess whether the special role has been determined as an internal winning combination (ie whether the special ART works or not).

(7) symbol display means (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R, and reel display window 4) capable of performing variable display and stop display of symbols;
Start command means (for example, start lever 23 and start switch 79) for outputting a start command signal in response to an operation by the player;
Internal lottery means (for example, main CPU 93 for executing the processing of FIG. 40) for determining an internal winning combination triggered by detection of the start instruction signal output from the start instruction means;
The fluctuation control means (for example, the process of step S 196 of FIG. 43 and the step S 465 of FIG. 49) which performs the fluctuation display of the symbol in the symbol display means in response to the detection of the start instruction signal output from the start instruction means. Main CPU 93) that executes the processing of
Stop command means (for example, stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R, and a stop switch) for outputting a stop command signal according to the operation by the player;
When the predetermined internal winning combination is determined by the internal lottery means, and the stop instruction signal outputted from the stop instruction means corresponds to a predetermined stopping operation, the stop mode corresponding to the predetermined internal winning combination Stop control means (for example, the main CPU 93 executing the process of FIG. 45 and the process of step S 465 of FIG. 49) for stopping and displaying the symbols for which the variable display is being performed by the fluctuation control means;
Notification data storage means (for example, a ROM cartridge substrate 86) capable of storing notification data for notifying stop operation information necessary for performing the predetermined stop operation;
Notification output means (for example, liquid crystal display device 11) capable of performing output for notification based on the notification data;
Notification means (for example, sub CPU 102 for executing push order navigation effects in ART) for notifying the stop operation information by the notification output means based on the notification data stored in the notification data storage means;
From the replay low probability gaming state in which the winning probability of replay, which is the trigger of operation of replaying which is a unit game to be performed without inserting gaming media, is a first predetermined probability when a predetermined condition is satisfied. Game state management means (for example, the main CPU 93 that executes the process of step S 358 in FIG. 46) to shift to the replay high probability gaming state in which the winning probability of the second predetermined probability is higher than the first predetermined probability; A gaming machine comprising: a main RAM 95 for storing the gaming state flag storage area of (a);
The stop control means is
The special lottery (for example, MB) is determined as the internal winning combination by the internal lottery means in the AT gaming state in which the notification means is informed and in the ART which is the replay high probability gaming state (for example, RT2 gaming state) After that, in the ART middle holding state (for example, between MB flags) until the symbol display means is stopped and displayed in the stop mode corresponding to the special combination (for example, between the MB flags), the first specific combination (for example, When the middle bell) and the second specified role (for example, cherry blossoms) are determined as internal winning combinations,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to a first specific stop operation, the variation control means in a stop mode corresponding to the first specified combination (for example, middle bell) While stopping the display of the symbol that is being displayed by the variable display,
When the stop command signal output from the stop command means corresponds to a second specific stop operation, the variation control means in a stop mode corresponding to the second specific part (for example, a corner cherry) Stop the display of the symbol that is being changed display by
The notification means (for example, the sub CPU 102 executing the process of step S 928 in FIG. 65)
In the ART middle holding state (for example, special ART), the first specific combination (for example, middle bell) and the second specific combination (for example, square cherry) are determined as the internal combination by the internal lottery means. In the case, on the basis of the fact that a specific condition is satisfied, notification of stop operation information (for example, the pressing order for winning a square cherry) required to perform the second specific stop operation is notified,
The gaming machine further includes:
The unit in the ART based on that the symbol display means is stopped and displayed in the stop mode corresponding to the second specified combination (for example, corner cherry) in the ART middle holding state (for example, special ART) ART game number increasing means for increasing the number of ART games that is the number of times a game is played (for example, the sub CPU 102 that executes the processing of step S1006 and step S1008 of FIG. 69);
The stop operation information necessary for performing the predetermined stop operation is notified by the notification means, and the stop instruction signal output from the stop instruction means is different from the predetermined stop operation. (For example, when the stop button is operated in a pushing order different from the pushing order notified by the pushing order navi effect), the ART middle holding state (for example, special ART), Of ART and non-ART ART non-transferred state (for example, normal ART which is not special ART) which is a state other than ART middle state, it is only in the case of the ART middle-lifting state (for example special ART) A disadvantage giving unit for giving a disadvantage to the player (for example, the sub CPU 102 for executing the process of step S1024 in FIG. 70);
The stop operation information necessary for performing the predetermined stop operation is notified by the notification means, and the stop instruction signal output from the stop instruction means is different from the predetermined stop operation. (For example, when the stop button is operated in a pushing order different from the pushing order notified by the pushing order navi effect), the ART middle holding state (for example, the special ART) and the ART A disadvantage suggestion output control means (for example, a diagram showing an output indicating that the disadvantage will occur in any of the middle non-transferred condition (for example, normal ART that is not a special ART) A sub CPU 102) which executes the processing of step S1065 of 72.
A game machine characterized by

  According to the invention of (7), after the special winning combination is determined as an internal winning combination in the ART, until the special winning combination is won, the ART middle holding state is established. When the first specified combination and the second specified combination are determined as internal winning combinations in the ART middle holding state, the first specified combination is won when the first specified stop operation is performed, and the second specified stop operation is performed. The second special part wins when it is received. Then, the number of ART games increases based on the fact that the second special winning combination is won in the ART middle holding state.

  Here, according to the invention of (7), when the first specified combination and the second specified combination are determined as the internal combination in the ART middle holding state, the first specified combination is established based on the formation of the specific condition. 2 Stop operation information necessary for performing the specific stop operation is notified. When the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation is notified, the player can win the second specific winning combination by performing the second specific stop operation according to the stop operation information. This makes it possible to create a situation in which the player can easily enjoy the benefit that the number of ART games increases.

  Further, according to the invention of (7), when the stop operation information necessary for performing the predetermined stop operation is notified in the ART middle carry over state, the predetermined stop operation is not performed ( If the player does not follow the notification), a disadvantage is given to the player. On the other hand, in the non-transferred state during ART, when such a stopping operation is performed, although no disadvantage is given, an output is issued that indicates that a disadvantage will occur.

  By such an output (warning) being performed in the non-ART state during ART, the state is brought into the ART middle state (that is, a state in which a disadvantage is actually given when the player does not follow the notification). Prior to doing this, the player can be alerted in advance to perform the stop operation according to the notification when the stop operation information is notified. In addition, when the notification is performed, the player can be conditioned to follow the notification. This makes it possible to reduce the possibility that the player may perform a stop operation different from the notified content due to an operation error or the like in the ART middle holding state, and the player is given the disadvantage. Can be prevented from diminishing their

(8) The gaming machine according to (7) above,
The gaming machine further includes:
When the symbol is displayed on the symbol display means in the stop mode corresponding to the first specified combination (for example, middle bell), the symbol is displayed in the stop mode corresponding to the second specified combination (for example, corner cherry) Game medium giving means (for example, the main CPU 93 for executing the process of step S25 of FIG. 37) for giving game medium more than when the symbol is stopped and displayed on the display means;
Said disadvantage giving means is
The stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation is notified by the notification unit, and the stop instruction signal output from the stop instruction unit corresponds to the first specific stop operation. If the player is a player, the player is disadvantaged
It is characterized by

  According to the invention of (8), as described above, the first specific combination and the second specific combination are determined as internal winning combinations in the ART middle holding state, and the stop necessary for performing the second specific stop operation When the operation information is notified, the second specific combination is won by performing the second specific stop operation according to the notification. This increases the number of ART games. On the other hand, according to the invention of (8), when the first specified combination is won, more game media is provided than when the second specified combination is won.

  In such a situation, the second specific stop operation is performed according to the notification to win the second specific part, and the first specific stop operation is not performed according to the notification, but to receive the benefit of increasing the number of ART games. Thus, there is a possibility that a player who tries to win the first specific part and who wants to acquire many game media may appear. It is not recommended that a game machine maker perform such a stop operation, and as a game machine maker, it is desirable to avoid a situation where the withdrawal rate becomes high due to such a stop operation being performed. It is a place.

  In this respect, according to the invention of (8), when the first specific stop operation is performed instead of the second specific stop operation when the stop operation information necessary for performing the second specific stop operation is notified, A disadvantage is given to the player. Further, as described above, since the warning is performed when the stop operation different from the notified content is performed, it is possible to urge the player to perform the stop operation according to the notification. This makes it possible to prevent the player from acquiring a large number of game media and capturing the gaming machine by not following the notification.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to prevent the player's motivation from being reduced.

It is a figure which shows the functional flow of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure showing transition transition of a game state (main) concerning one embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure showing transition transition of a game state (sub) concerning one embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the functional flow of special ART which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the external structure of the pachi slot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the internal structure of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the internal structure of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is an explanatory view showing the inside of the cabinet in the pachislot concerning one embodiment of the present invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the back surface side of the front door in the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram showing a control system of a pachislot concerning one embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram showing an example of composition of a sub control circuit of a pachislot machine concerning one embodiment of the present invention. (A) is a figure showing a symbol arrangement table concerning one embodiment of the present invention. (B) is a figure showing a symbol code chart concerning one embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the symbol combination table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the symbol combination table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. (A) is a figure which shows the internal lottery table for normal game states which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. (B) is a figure showing an internal lottery table for MB concerning one embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the internal winning combination determination table for small part and replay which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the internal winning combination determination table for small part and replay which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the internal winning combination determination table for MB which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the pushing order and the winning combination in a pachi-slot according to one embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the pushing order and the winning combination in a pachi-slot according to one embodiment of the present invention. (A) is a figure which shows the number selection table for revolving drum stop which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 7B is a view showing a reel stop initial setting table according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the drawing-in priority table selection table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the drawing-in priority table selection table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the drawing-in priority table selection table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the drawing-in priority table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the internal winning combination storing area which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the symbol code storage area which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display combination storing area which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. (A) is a figure showing the operation stop button storage field concerning one embodiment of the present invention. (B) is a figure showing the pressing order storage field concerning one embodiment of the present invention. (A) is a figure showing a game state flag storage area concerning one embodiment of the present invention. (B) is a figure showing the carry over combination storing area concerning one embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the drawing-in priority data storage area based on one Embodiment of this invention. (A)-(f) is a figure which shows the probability variable promotion lottery table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. (A)-(f) is a figure which shows the probability variable promotion lottery table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. (A)-(f) is a figure which shows the probability variable promotion lottery table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the generation | occurrence | production navi determination table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main control processing performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the power activation performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the medal reception / start check process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the internal lottery process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the lock production determination process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the reel stop initialization process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the reel rotation start process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the drawing-in priority table selection process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the reel stop control processing performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows RT control processing performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the bonus end check process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the bonus operation check process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the interruption processing performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the sub control processing performed at the time of power activation in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the lamp control task performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the sound control task performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the mother task performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main task performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main board | substrate communication task performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the animation task performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the effect content determination processing performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the start command reception performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the normal time process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the precursor effect process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the ART in-progress processing performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process in ART performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special ART prolapse process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process during special ART performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of lock production determination command reception performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the display command reception performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process in MB performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process in the additional specialization zone performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the penalty process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the reel stop command reception performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the penalty sound setting process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention.

  Hereinafter, a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings.

[Pachislot functional flow]
First, referring to FIG. 1, the functional flow of the gaming machine (hereinafter also referred to as a pachislo) in the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 1 is a diagram showing a pachislot functional flow according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  In the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment, medals are used as game media for playing a game. In addition to the medals, coins, gaming balls, point data or tokens for gaming may be applied as gaming media.

  When medals are inserted by the player and the start lever is operated, one value (hereinafter, random number value) is extracted from random numbers in a predetermined numerical value range (for example, 0 to 65535).

  The internal lottery means performs lottery based on the extracted random number value to determine an internal winning combination. By the determination of the internal winning combination, a combination of symbols permitting display along the later-described winning determination line is determined. It should be noted that as a type of combination of symbols, there are provided one related to the "winning" in which the player is given a privilege such as payout of medals, the operation of replay, etc. and the other related to so-called "loss". There is.

  Subsequently, after the reels (the left reel, the middle reel, and the right reel) are rotated, when the player presses the stop button, the reel stop control means determines that the internal winning combination and the stop button Control to stop the rotation of the corresponding reel is performed based on the pressed timing.

  Here, in the pachislot, basically, control is performed to stop the rotation of the corresponding reel within a specified time (190 msec) after the stop button is pressed. In the present embodiment, the number of symbols moving with the rotation of the reel within the specified time is called "the number of sliding pieces", and the maximum number is determined to be four symbols.

  When an internal winning combination permitting display of a combination of symbols relating to winning is determined, the reel stop control means uses the prescribed time to display the combination of the symbols as much as possible along the prize determination line Stop the rotation of the reels. On the other hand, for the combination of symbols whose display is not permitted by the internal winning combination, the rotation of the reel is stopped so as not to be displayed along the winning determination line using the above-mentioned prescribed time.

  Thus, when the rotations of the plurality of reels are all stopped, the prize determination means determines whether or not the combination of the symbols displayed along the prize determination line relates to a prize. When it is determined that the game is related to winning, a bonus such as payout of medals is given to the player. A series of flows as described above are performed as one game (unit game) in the pachislot machine.

  In the present specification, the first stop operation of the reel (operation of the stop button), which is performed first when all the reels (left reel, middle reel, and right reel) are rotating, is referred to as the first stop operation. The stop operation performed subsequent to the first stop operation is referred to as a second stop operation, and the stop operation performed subsequent to the second stop operation is referred to as a third stop operation.

  In addition, in the pachislot, various effects can be made using the liquid crystal display device, video output, light output from a speaker, sound output from a speaker, or a combination of these in the above-described series of flows. To be done.

  When the player operates the start lever, a random number for presentation (hereinafter, random number for presentation) is extracted separately from the random number used to determine the internal winning combination described above. When the effect random number value is extracted, the effect content determination means determines by lottery the one to be executed this time out of a plurality of types of effect content associated with the internal winning combination.

  When the effect content is determined, the effect execution means is interlocked with each opportunity such as when the rotation of the reels is started, when the rotation of each reel is stopped, and when the determination of the presence or absence of winning is performed. Proceed with the execution of the production. In this way, in the pachislot, the player is provided with an opportunity to know or predict the determined internal winning combination (in other words, the combination of the symbols to be aimed) by executing the presentation contents corresponding to the internal winning combination. Thus, the interest of the player can be improved.

[Playing state (main)]
The gaming state (main) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a view showing transition transition of the gaming state (main) according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  In the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment, a gaming state (main) and a gaming state (sub) are provided. The gaming state (main) is a gaming state controlled by the main control circuit. The gaming state (sub) is a gaming state controlled by the sub control circuit. FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining the gaming state (main) of these gaming states.

  In the pachislot according to the present embodiment, three types of gaming states are provided as a gaming state (main): RT0 gaming state, RT1 gaming state, and RT2 gaming state. In the RT0 gaming state, the RT1 gaming state, and the RT2 gaming state, the replays as the internal winning combination (middle row 1, lower row 1 to 2, CU lip 1 to 3, CD lip 1 to 4, upper row 1 to 12, 7 control) The probabilities to be determined of the lips 1-18, the raised lips 1-9, the chance lips 1-15, and the BAR control lips 1-7) are different from one another. In the present specification, “replay” may be described as “rip”.

  The probability that the replay is determined as the internal winning combination is higher in the RT2 gaming state than in the RT0 gaming state and the RT1 gaming state (see FIG. 16A).

  The RT0 gaming state, the RT1 gaming state, and the RT2 gaming state are respectively provided with a normal state, between MB flags, and an MB gaming state.

  In the normal state, when MB (any one of MB1 to 3 and refer to FIG. 19) is determined as an internal winning combination (when internal winning is achieved), the transition is made between MB flags. MB is a so-called carryover role (see FIG. 31 (b)), and when MB is won internally, until a combination of symbols corresponding to MB (see FIG. 14) is stopped and displayed along the winning judgment line (MB is Until the prize)), the state where MB is won internally is carried over. The state in which the internal winning of the MB is carried over is carried out between the MB flags. When the MB wins between the MB flags, it shifts to the MB gaming state. When the unit game is performed a predetermined number of times in the MB gaming state, the normal state is restored.

  When the gaming state (main) is the RT0 gaming state or the RT2 gaming state, a combination of symbols (see FIG. 14) corresponding to any of the left spills 1 to 6 is stopped and displayed along the prize determination line (When one of the left spills 1 to 6 wins), the gaming state (main) shifts from the RT0 gaming state or the RT2 gaming state to the RT1 gaming state. The winnings of the left spills 1 to 6 will be described later.

  If the combination of symbols corresponding to any of the raising lips 1 to 9 (see FIG. 14) is stopped and displayed along the winning determination line when the gaming state (main) is the RT1 gaming state (raising lip 1 to When any of 9 wins), the gaming state (main) shifts from the RT1 gaming state to the RT2 gaming state. The winnings of the raised lips 1 to 9 will be described later.

  When the gaming state (main) is the RT1 gaming state or the RT2 gaming state, a combination of symbols (see FIG. 14) corresponding to any of the CU lips 1 to 3 is stopped and displayed along the pay determination line (see When any of the CU lips 1 to 3 wins, the gaming state (main) shifts from the RT1 gaming state or the RT2 gaming state to the RT0 gaming state. The winnings of the CU lips 1 to 3 will be described later.

[Playing state (sub)]
The gaming state (sub) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a view showing transition of transition of the game state (sub) according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  In the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment, a normal gaming state and an ART are provided as the gaming state (sub). The ART is in the AT gaming state and in the RT2 gaming state.

  The AT gaming state is a state in which a push order (stop order of stop buttons) for notifying an internal winning combination is notified. In the AT gaming state, when a predetermined winning order (internal winning combination in which winning is achieved by pressing the stop button in an appropriate order, see FIG. 20 and FIG. 21) is internally won, it corresponds to the pressing order. When the pressing order is notified, the player can win the pressing order by operating the stop button in accordance with the notified pressing order.

  As described above, the RT2 gaming state is a gaming state controlled by the main control circuit, but information indicating the gaming state (main) is transmitted from the main control circuit to the sub control circuit. It is also managed by the control circuit.

  As shown in FIG. 3, there are roughly two routes in which the gaming state (sub) transitions from the normal gaming state to the ART. The first route is a route for transitioning from the normal gaming state to the ART via the omen effect, and the second route is a route for transitioning from the normal gaming state to the ART via the challenge effect during MB. The first route will be described later with reference to FIGS. 60 and 61. The second route will be described later with reference to FIGS. 60 and 68.

  Both in the first route and in the second route, the normal gaming state is shifted to ART on condition that the ART lottery has been won. Specifically, when ART lottery is won in the normal gaming state, transition is made during the ART preparation at a predetermined timing. If any of the raised lips 1 to 9 is internally won during the ART preparation, the pushing order for winning the internally won raised lip is notified on condition that the gaming state (main) is the RT1 gaming state. (See FIG. 62). The raising lips 1 to 9 are the above-mentioned pushing order, and the player can win any one of the raising lips 1 to 9 by operating the stop button in accordance with the notified pushing order. As described above, when any of the raising lips 1 to 9 wins when the gaming state (main) is the RT1 gaming state, the gaming state (main) shifts from the RT1 gaming state to the RT2 gaming state. As a result, the gaming state (sub) shifts to the AT gaming state and the RT2 gaming state (ART).

  In ART, when MB is won internally, special ART operates. The special ART is a state for increasing (adding) the number of ART games, and the player is to play a game while expecting the special ART to be activated during the ART (the internal winning of the MB). .

  In this embodiment, when the MB is internally won in the ART, the special ART does not operate immediately, and the special ART precursor effect is executed over a predetermined period (see FIGS. 63 and 64). The special ART precursor effect is an effect that suggests that the special ART operates.

  Here, when MB is internally won in ART, chance replay may be simultaneously internally won (MB and chance replay are duplicated) (internal winning number 52 in FIG. 16A, and , Small part and replay data pointer 13 in FIG. In this case, the chance replay is won by the notification of the pushing order. Conversely, if the chance replay is won, there is a possibility that the MB is internally won, that is, the special ART may be activated. Therefore, the player who sees that the symbol combination (refer to FIG. 14) corresponding to the chance replay is stopped and displayed along the prize determination line has a sense of expectation for the special ART to operate. Can.

  On the other hand, there may be a case where the chance replay is internally won but the MB is not internally won (refer to the internal winning number 13 in FIG. 16A and the small part / replay data pointer 13 in FIG. 17). Also in this case, although the chance replay will be won (see FIG. 20), the special ART does not operate since the MB is not internally won. That is, just because the chance replay has won, it does not necessarily mean that the MB is internally won (the special ART is activated).

  Then, the special ART precursor effect is executed not only when the MB and the chance replay play twice but also when only the chance replay among the MB and the chance replay is internally won. When the MB and the chance replay play a double win, the special ART is activated after the special ART precursor effect, and the special ART precursor effect performed in this case is a so-called true precursor effect. On the other hand, when only the chance replay among the MB and the chance replay is internally won, the special ART does not operate, and the special ART precursor effect performed in this case is a so-called agile precursor effect.

  Here, in the present embodiment, in the non-transferred state during ART (the state which is ART and not between MB flags), the first specified part (middle bell), the second specified part (square cherry) and the third specified part ( In the case of internal winning of the left special role) (refer to internal winning number 22 to 45 in FIG. 16 (a) and data pointer for small role and replay 22 to 45 in FIGS. 17 and 18), the order of pressing the stop button The relationship between the and the winning combination is as follows.

  That is, when the first specific stop operation is performed, the first specific combination (middle bell) may be won. The first specific stop operation is a stop operation in the order of “middle” → “left” → “right” or “middle” → “right” → “left” when the winning number is 22 to 29, When the winning number is 30 to 37, the stop operation is in the order of "right" → "left" → "middle", and when the winning number is 38 to 45, "right" → "middle" → "left" "Stop operation in the order of" (see FIG. 20).

  By performing the second specific stop operation, the third special part (left special part) may be won. The second specific stop operation is a stop operation in the order of “left” → “middle” → “right” or “left” → “right” → “middle” (see FIG. 20).

  On the other hand, in the ART middle holding state (a state between ART and MB flag), the first specified combination (middle bell), the second specified combination (corn cherry), and the third specified combination (left special combination) If the internal winning combination (see internal winning numbers 22 to 45 in FIG. 16 (a) and the data pointers 22 to 45 for the small part and replay in FIG. 17), the relationship between the pressing order of the stop button and the winning combination is as follows become that way.

  That is, when the first specific stop operation is performed, the first specific combination (middle bell) may be won. The first specific stop operation is a stop operation in the order of “middle” → “left” → “right” or “middle” → “right” → “left” when the winning number is 22 to 29, When the winning number is 30 to 37, the stop operation is in the order of "right" → "left" → "middle", and when the winning number is 38 to 45, "right" → "middle" → "left" The stop operation is performed in the order of “1” (see FIG. 21). The relationship between such pushing order and the winning combination is the same as in the case of ART non-carried state (between non-MB flags).

  By performing the second specific stop operation, the second specified combination (corn cherry) can be won. The second specific stop operation is a stop operation in the order of “left” → “middle” → “right” or “left” → “right” → “middle” (see FIG. 21). The relationship between such push order and the winning combination is different from that in the ART non-transferred state (between non-MB flags).

  Thus, the second specific stop operation is performed in the non-ART state during ART (between non-MB flags) and in the ART middle state (between MB flags) (that is, depending on whether the MB is internally won or not). The winning combination is different in the case (when the stop operation on the left reel is performed as the first stop operation). And, if the player is familiar with the gaming machine and is skilled, there is a possibility that this may be known, and such a player may stop the second specific stop operation (stop the left reel as the first stop operation). Whether the MB is internally won by intentionally performing the operation) and checking which combination of the second specified combination (Kaku Cherry) and the third specified combination (left special combination) wins It is possible to easily guess whether or not (that is, whether or not the special ART operates). In this case, in the case where only the chance replay is selected from the MB and the chance replay, the significance that the special ART prognostic rendition (that is, the gasse rendition) is performed is lost.

  In this respect, in the present embodiment, the first specified part (middle bell), the second specified part (corn cherry), and the third specified part (left special part) are internally included in the period during which the special ART precursor effect is executed. When winning, the pushing order according to the first specific stop operation is informed (see step S901 in FIG. 64). As described above, when the first specific stop operation is performed, whether in the non-ART state during ART (between non-MB flags) or in the ART middle state (between MB flags) (ie, MB) (The middle bell) wins, regardless of whether or not the player wins the inside). Therefore, the player is urged to perform the first specific stop operation through the notification (prevents the second specific stop operation from being performed), and even a skilled player who is familiar with the gaming machine, It is possible to create a situation where it is difficult to guess whether the MB is internally winning (ie whether the special ART works).

[Special ART]
Subsequently, the special ART will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing a functional flow of a special ART according to an embodiment of the present invention. In addition, FIG. 4 is a figure for demonstrating special ART, Comprising: The flow of a game is not shown.

  The special ART is a state that operates when the MB is internally won, and is in an ART middle carry-over state (a state that is ART and is between MB flags). As described above, in the ART medium carryover state (a state between ART and MB flag), the reel stop control is changed as compared with a non-takeover state during ART (a state between ART and not between MB flags). It is done.

  That is, in the special ART, when the first specified part (middle bell), the second specified part (corn cherry), and the third specified part (left special part) are internally won (internal winning number 22 in FIG. 16A). By performing the first specific stop operation, the first specific combination (middle bell) is won, and the second specific is performed. By performing the stop operation, the second specified combination (square cherry) can be won (see FIG. 21). The winning combination when the second specific stop operation is performed is compared with the third specified combination (left special combination) from the third specified combination (left special combination) compared to the ART non-transferred state (the state which is ART and not between MB flags). (Corner cherry) has been changed.

  As described above, with the first specific stop operation, when the winning number is 22 to 29, "middle" → "left" → "right" or "middle" → "right" → "left" in the order It is a stop operation, and when the winning number is 30 to 37, it is a stopping operation in the order of "right" → "left" → "medium", and when the winning number is 38 to 45, "right" → " The stop operation is in the order of “middle” → “left” (see FIG. 21). The second specific stop operation is a stop operation in the order of “left” → “middle” → “right” or “left” → “right” → “middle” (see FIG. 21).

  Here, in the special ART (between MB flags), when the first specified part (middle bell), the second specified part (square cherry) and the third specified part (left special part) are internally won, the first specified stop The pushing order according to the operation or the pushing order according to the second specific stop operation is informed (see step S 928 in FIG. 65). When the pushing order according to the second specific stop operation is notified, the player makes the second specified combination (corn cherry) win by performing the stopping operation on the left reel as the first stopping operation according to the pushing order. be able to.

  It is determined based on the generated navigation determination table (see FIG. 36) whether or not to notify the pushing order (the pushing order for winning the second specified combination (square cherry)) according to the second specific stop operation. As shown in FIG. 36, in the generated navigation determination table, the probability variation level and the winning combination are defined in association with each winning number.

  In FIG. 36, the pushing order bell corresponds to a first specific combination (middle bell), and is won when the first specific stop operation is performed. The strong cherries and the weak cherries correspond to the second specific part (corn cherries), and are awarded when the second specific stop operation is performed. That is, FIG. 36 shows that when the winning combination defined in association with the winning number and the probability variation level is strong cherry or weak cherry (corn cherry), the pushing order according to the second specific stop operation is notified. It shows.

  As shown in FIG. 36, four levels (modes) of probability variation level 1, probability variation level 2, probability variation level 3 and probability variation level 4 are provided as the probability variation levels. Then, in the generated navigation determination table, the probability that the pushing order (the pushing order according to the second specific stop operation) for winning the second specified combination (corner cherry) is notified as the probability variation level is higher as a whole is The correspondence between the probability change level and the winning combination is defined to be higher. For example, when one of the winning numbers 42 to 45 is determined as the internal winning combination, if it is the probability variation level 1 or the probability variation level 2, the pressing order (first identification) for winning the first specified combination (middle bell) The pushing order according to the stop operation is notified, and if the probability change level 3 or the definite change level 4, the pushing order (the pushing order according to the second specified stop operation) for notifying the second specified combination (corner cherry) is notified Be done.

  As for the probability change level, the pushing order (the pushing order according to the second specific stop operation) for winning the second specified part (corn cherry) is informed on the basis of the probability change promotion lottery table (see FIGS. 33 to 35). The probability shifts to a level where the probability is high (promotion). This will be described later.

  When MB wins in the special ART (between MB flags), the special additional zone (MB gaming state) is activated. In the special addition zone (MB gaming state), the number of ART games is added (additional) on the basis of the number of times the second specific combination (square cherry) has won in the special ART (between MB flags).

  As shown in FIG. 3, as the additional specialization zone (MB gaming state), a first additional specializing zone (MB gaming state) and a second additional specializing zone (MB gaming state) are provided, The number of ART games is more easily added to the first additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) than to the second additional specializing zone (MB gaming state). The additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) will be described later with reference to FIG.

  As described above, in this embodiment, in the special ART (between MB flags), the first specific part (middle bell), the second specific part (corn cherry) and the third specific part (left special part) are internally won. When the pressing order (the pressing order for winning the second specified combination (square cherry)) according to the second specified stop operation is notified, the second specified stop operation is performed according to the notification. (Corn cherry) wins. Thereby, the number of ART games is added in the additional specialization zone (MB gaming state). On the other hand, when the first specific combination (middle bell) wins, more medals are paid out than in the case where the second specific combination (square cherry) wins (see FIG. 15).

  In such a situation, the second specified stop operation is performed according to the notification to win the second specified combination (Kaku Cherry), and the first specified stop is not performed according to the notification, instead of enjoying the benefit of adding the number of ART games. By performing the operation, there is a possibility that a player who tries to win the first specific combination (middle bell) and tries to acquire many medals may appear. It is not recommended that a game machine maker perform such a stop operation, and as a game machine maker, it is desirable to avoid a situation where the withdrawal rate becomes high due to such a stop operation being performed. It is a place.

  In this respect, in the present embodiment, when the pressing order (the pressing order for winning the second specified combination (corn cherry)) according to the second specific stop operation is notified, the first specific stop operation is not performed, but the first specific stop operation. When the specific stop operation is performed, a penalty is given to the player (see FIG. 70). In addition, since a penalty sound (warning sound) is generated when a stop operation different from the notified content is performed (see FIG. 72), the player may be urged to perform the stop operation according to the notification. it can. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from acquiring many medals and capturing the gaming machine by not following the notification.

[Structure of Pachislot]
Next, the structure of the pachi slot 1 in one embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS.

<Appearance structure>
FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing an external structure of a pachi-slot according to an embodiment of the present invention.

The exterior body 2 of the pachi slot 1 has a cabinet 2a for accommodating a reel, a circuit board and the like, and a front door 2b attached to the cabinet 2a so as to be able to open and close.
Handles 7 are provided on both sides of the cabinet 2a. The handle 7 is a concave portion which is used when carrying the pachislot 1.

  Inside the cabinet 2a, three reels 3L, 3C, 3R are provided side by side. Hereinafter, the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are referred to as a left reel 3L, a middle reel 3C, and a right reel 3R, respectively. Each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R has a cylindrical reel body and a translucent sheet material mounted on the peripheral surface of the reel body. On the surface of the sheet material, a plurality of (for example, 21) designs are drawn at predetermined intervals along the circumferential direction.

  An upper panel unit 10 and a liquid crystal display device 11 are provided above the center of the front door 2b. The upper panel unit 10 forms an upper portion of the front door 2b. The upper panel unit 10 has a light source, and executes effects by the light emitted from the light source. The liquid crystal display device 11 is disposed on the lower side of the upper panel unit 10, and performs effects by displaying an image.

  A pedestal 12 is formed at the center of the front door 2b. The pedestal portion 12 is provided with a symbol display area 4 and various devices to be operated by the player.

  The symbol display area 4 is disposed on the front side overlapping the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R when viewed from the front, and is provided corresponding to the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R. The symbol display area 4 serves as a display window, and is configured to be able to transmit the respective reels 3L, 3C, 3R provided behind it. Hereinafter, the symbol display area 4 is referred to as a reel display window 4.

  When rotation of the reels 3L, 3C and 3R provided behind the reel display window 4 is stopped, the upper, middle and lower stages in the frame of the plural types of symbols of the respective reels 3L, 3C and 3R One symbol (3 in total) is displayed in each area of. In the present embodiment, a pseudo line (middle-middle-middle) formed by combining middle regions facing reels 3L, 3C, 3R of reel display window 4 and a lower region facing reel 3L. A line (prize for which it is determined whether or not a pseudo line (lower stage-upper stage-lower stage) formed by combining the area of the upper stage facing reel 3C and the area of the lower stage facing reel 3R Define as judgment line).

  The reel display window 4 is formed by a frame member 13 provided on the pedestal 12. The frame member 13 has a reel display window 4, an information display window 14, and a stop button mounting portion 15.

  The information display window 14 is provided continuously to the lower part of the reel display window 4 and opens upward. That is, the reel display window 4 and the information display window 14 are formed as one continuous opening. The information display window 14 and the reel display window 4 are covered by a transparent window cover 16.

  The window cover 16 is disposed on the inner surface side of the frame member 13 and can not be removed from the front surface side of the front door 2b. Further, the frame member 13 has a sheet placement portion 17 facing the opening of the information display window 14 with the window cover 16 interposed therebetween. Then, between the sheet placement unit 17 and the window cover 16, a sheet member (information sheet) in which information about the game is described is disposed. Therefore, the information sheet is covered by the window cover 16 having a smooth surface without unevenness and gaps.

  The window cover 16 constituting the mounting portion of the information sheet can not be removed from the front side of the front door 2b, and is a smooth surface without unevenness or gaps. Access to the inside of can be prevented. The exchange of the information sheet will be described later with reference to FIG.

  The stop button attachment portion 15 is provided below the information display window 14 and is formed in a plane facing the front. The stop button mounting portion 15 is provided with a through hole through which the stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R pass. The stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R are associated with the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R, respectively, and are provided to stop the rotation of the corresponding reels. Hereinafter, the stop buttons 19L, 19C, and 19R will be referred to as the left stop button 19L, the middle stop button 19C, and the right stop button 19R, respectively.

  The stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R show examples of various devices to be operated by the player. Further, the pedestal portion 12 is provided with a medal insertion slot 21, a BET button 22, and a start lever 23 as various devices to be operated by the player.

  The medal insertion slot 21 is provided to receive medals dropped from the outside by the player. The number of medals accepted in the medal insertion slot 21 is that a predetermined number (three in the non-MB gaming state, one in the MB gaming state) is inserted into one game, and the number exceeds the predetermined number. The minutes can be deposited inside the pachislot 1 (so-called credit function).

  The BET button 22 is provided to insert the number of medals necessary for playing a game from the medals deposited inside the pachislot 1. When the BET button 22 is operated, the above-described winning determination line is activated. Specifically, when three medals are inserted in the non-MB gaming state, the above-mentioned winning determination line (middle-middle-middle) is activated. Further, when one medal is inserted in the MB gaming state, the above-mentioned winning determination line (lower stage-upper stage-lower stage) is activated. The activated winning judgment line is called an effective line. The start lever 23 is provided to start the rotation of all the reels (3L, 3C, 3R).

  A 7-segment display 24 formed of a 7-segment LED (Light Emitting Diode) is provided on the left side of the reel display window 4 when viewed from the front. The 7-segment display 24 digitally displays information such as the number of medals to be paid out to the player as a bonus (hereinafter, the number of payouts) and the number of medals deposited inside the pachislot (hereinafter, the number of credits). .

  Side panel units 26L and 26R are provided on both sides of the pedestal portion 12. Each of the side panel units 26L, 26R has a light source, and executes effects by the light emitted from the light source. Further, a settlement button 27 is provided below the side panel unit 26L. The settlement button 27 is provided to pull out the medals deposited inside the pachislot 1 to the outside.

  A waist panel unit 31 is provided below the pedestal 12. The waist panel unit 31 has a decorative panel on which an arbitrary image is drawn and a light source for emitting light for illuminating the decorative panel from the back side.

  Below the lumbar panel unit 31, a medal payout port 32, speaker holes 33L and 33R, and a medal tray unit 34 are provided. The medal payout opening 32 guides a medal discharged by the driving of a hopper device 51 described later to the outside. The medals discharged from the medal payout opening 32 are stored in the medal tray unit 34. The speaker holes 33L and 33R are provided to output sounds such as sound effects and music according to the contents of the effect.

<Internal structure>
6 and 7 are perspective views showing the internal structure of a pachi-slot according to an embodiment of the present invention. Moreover, FIG. 8 is explanatory drawing which shows the inside of the cabinet in the pachi-slot which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 9 is an explanatory view showing a back side of a front door in a pachi-slot according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  In FIG. 6, the front door 2b is opened, and the middle door 41 provided on the back side of the front door 2b is closed with respect to the front door 2b. Moreover, in FIG. 7, the front door 2b is open | released and the state which the middle door 41 opened with respect to the front door 2b is shown.

  The cabinet 2a has a top plate 20a, a bottom plate 20b, left and right side plates 20c and 20d, and a back plate 20e (see FIG. 8). The cabinet side speaker 42 is arrange | positioned by the upper side inside cabinet 2a. The cabinet-side speaker 42 is attached to the back plate 20e of the cabinet 2a via the mounting brackets 43L and 43R. The cabinet side speaker 42 is, for example, a speaker for outputting sound effects.

  The cabinet side relay board 44 is disposed on the left side of the cabinet side speaker 42 when the inside of the cabinet 2a is viewed from the front. The cabinet side relay board 44 is attached to the left side plate 20c of the cabinet 2a. The cabinet side relay substrate 44 includes a main control substrate 71 (see FIG. 10), which will be described later, attached to the middle door 41 (see FIGS. 6 and 7), a hopper device 51, a medal auxiliary storage switch (not shown), and medal payout. Relay the wiring connecting the count switch (not shown).

  At a central portion inside the cabinet 2a, an amplifier substrate 45 for controlling the output of sound from the cabinet side speaker 42 is disposed. The amplifier substrate 45 is attached to a mounting shelf 46 fixed to the left and right side plates 20c, 20d.

  In addition, an external concentrated terminal plate 47 is disposed on the right side of the amplifier substrate 45 when the inside of the cabinet 2a is viewed from the front. The external concentrated terminal plate 47 is attached to the right side plate 20d of the cabinet 2a. The external concentrated terminal plate 47 is provided to output signals such as a medal insertion signal, a medal payout signal, and a security signal to the outside of the pachi-slot 1.

  The sub power supply 48 is disposed on the left side of the amplifier substrate 45 when the inside of the cabinet 2a is viewed from the front. The sub power supply device 48 is attached to the left side plate 20c of the cabinet 2a. The sub power supply device 48 supplies the power of the AC voltage 100 V to the power supply device 53 described later. Further, the power of AC voltage 100 V is converted to the power of DC voltage and supplied to the amplifier substrate 45.

  On the lower side inside the cabinet 2a, a medal payout device (hereinafter, a hopper device) 51, a medal auxiliary storage 52, and a power supply 53 are disposed.

  The hopper device 51 is attached to the central portion of the bottom plate 20b in the cabinet 2a. This hopper device 51 can accommodate a large amount of medals, and has a structure capable of discharging them one by one. The hopper device 51 pays out the medals, for example, when the stored medals exceed 50, or when the settlement button is pressed and the medals are settled. The medals paid out by the hopper device 51 are discharged from the medal payout opening 32 (see FIG. 5).

  The medal auxiliary storage 52 stores the medals overflowing from the hopper device 51. The medal auxiliary storage 52 is disposed on the right side of the hopper device 51 when the inside of the cabinet 2a is viewed from the front. The medal auxiliary storage 52 is engaged with the bottom plate 20b of the cabinet 2a, and is configured to be removable from the bottom plate 20b.

  The power supply device 53 includes a power switch 53a and a power substrate 53b (see FIG. 10). The power supply device 53 is disposed on the left side of the hopper device 51 when the inside of the cabinet 2a is viewed from the front, and is attached to the left side plate 20c. The power supply device 53 converts the power of the AC voltage 100 V supplied from the sub power supply device 48 into the power of the required DC voltage at each part, and supplies the converted power to each part.

  As shown in FIGS. 6, 7 and 9, the middle door 41 is disposed at the center of the back of the front door 2b, and is configured to be able to open and close the reel display window 4 (see FIG. 7) from the back. Door stoppers 41a, 41b and 41c are provided at the upper and lower portions of the middle door 41, respectively. The door stoppers 41a, 41b and 41c fix (prohibit) the opening operation of the middle door 41 in a state in which the reel display window 4 is closed from the back side. That is, in order to open the middle door 41, it is necessary to rotate the door stoppers 41a, 41b and 41c to release the fixation of the middle door 41.

  On the middle door 41, a main control board case 55 housing a main control board 71 (see FIG. 10) and three reels 3L, 3C, 3R are attached. A stepping motor is connected to the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R via gears having a predetermined speed reduction ratio.

  As shown in FIG. 7, when the middle door 41 is opened, the back surface of the window cover 16 and the sheet placement portion 17 are exposed. As described above, between the back surface of the window cover 16 and the sheet placement unit 17, an information sheet in which information about the game is described is disposed. This information sheet is inserted into the gap formed between the back surface of the window cover 16 and the sheet placement portion 17 in a state where the middle door 41 is opened and the sheet placement portion 17 is exposed. Ru. Further, also in the case of exchanging the information sheet, after the middle door 41 is opened, the exchange operation of the information sheet is performed.

The main control board case 55 is provided with a setting key type switch 56. The setting key type switch 56 is used when changing the setting of the pachi slot 1 or confirming the setting of the pachi slot 1.
In the present embodiment, a main control board unit is configured by the main control board case 55 and the main control board 71 housed in the main control board case 55.

  The main control board 71 housed in the main control board case 55 constitutes a main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 11) described later. The main control circuit 91 is a circuit that controls the main flow of the game in the pachislot 1 such as determination of internal winning combinations, rotation and stop of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, and determination of the presence or absence of a prize. The specific configuration of the main control circuit 91 will be described later.

  Above the middle door 41, a sub control board case 57 for accommodating the sub control board 72 (see FIG. 10) is disposed. The sub control board 72 housed in the sub control board case 57 constitutes a sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 12). The sub control circuit 101 is a circuit that controls execution of effects by displaying a video or the like. The specific configuration of the sub control circuit 101 will be described later.

  A center speaker 58 is disposed above the sub control board case 57. And the fan 59 is arrange | positioned by the left side of the center speaker 58 seeing the front door 2b from a back surface side. That is, the fan 59 is disposed at the top on the back side of the front door 2b. The fan 59 blows air downward to cool the inside of the pachi slot 1 with air.

  When the front door 2b is viewed from the back side, a sub relay board 61 is disposed on the right side of the sub control board case 57. The sub relay board 61 relays a wire connecting the sub control board 72 and the main control board 71. In addition, it is a board which relays the wiring connecting the sub control board 72 and the board disposed around the sub control board 72. In addition, as a board | substrate arrange | positioned around the sub control board 72, LED board 62A, 62B mentioned later is mentioned.

  The LED substrates 62A and 62B are disposed above the sub control substrate case 57 as viewed from the rear surface side of the front door 2b. These LED boards 62A and 62B cause an LED (Light Emitting Diode) 85 (see FIG. 10) to emit light to show one specific example of the light source in accordance with the effect executed by the control of the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 12). Display the blinking pattern. The pachi slot 1 of the present embodiment is provided with a plurality of LED substrates in addition to the LED substrates 62A and 62B.

  Below the sub relay board 61, a 24h door open / close monitoring unit 63 is disposed. The 24h door opening and closing monitoring unit 63 stores the history of the opening and closing of the middle door 41. When the middle door 41 is opened, a signal for displaying an error on the liquid crystal display device 11 is output to the sub control board 72 (sub control circuit 101).

  Below the middle door 41, a board speaker 64 and lower speakers 65L and 65R are disposed. The board speaker 64 faces the waist panel unit 31 (see FIG. 5), and the lower speakers 65L and 65R face the speaker holes 33L and 33R (see FIG. 5).

  A selector 66 and a door open / close monitoring switch 67 are disposed above the lower speaker 65L. The selector 66 is a device for selecting whether or not the material, shape, and the like of the medals are appropriate, and guides the appropriate medals inserted into the medal insertion slot 21 to the hopper device 51. A medal sensor (not shown) is provided on the path through which the medal passes in the selector 66, for detecting that the appropriate medal has passed.

  The door open / close monitoring switch 67 is disposed on the left side of the selector 66 when the front door 2b is viewed from the back side. The door open / close monitoring switch 67 outputs a security signal for notifying the opening / closing of the front door 2 b to the outside of the pachi slot 1.

  A door relay terminal plate 68 is disposed below the reel display window 4 and in an area opened and closed by the middle door 41 (see FIG. 7). The door relay terminal board 68 includes a main control board 71 (see FIG. 10) in the main control board case 55, various buttons and switches, a sub control board 72 (see FIG. 10), a selector 66 and a game operation display board 81. It is a board which relays wiring with (see FIG. 10). Examples of the various buttons and switches include a BET button 22, a settlement button 27, a door open / close monitoring switch 67, a BET switch 77 described later, and a start switch 79.

[Control system equipped with pachislot]
Next, a control system included in the pachi slot 1 will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 10 is a block diagram showing a pachislot control system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

The pachi slot 1 has a main control board 71 disposed in the middle door 41 and a sub control board 72 disposed in the front door 2b.
The main control board 71 includes a reel relay terminal board 74, a setting key type switch 56, an external concentrated terminal board 47, a hopper device 51, a medal auxiliary storage switch 75, and a power supply board 53b of the power supply device 53. It is connected. The setting key type switch 56, the external concentrated terminal plate 47, the hopper device 51 and the medal auxiliary storage switch 75 are connected to the main control board 71 via the cabinet side relay board 44. The external concentrated terminal plate 47 and the hopper device 51 have been described above, and thus the description thereof is omitted.

  The reel relay terminal board 74 is disposed inside the reel body of each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. The reel relay terminal board 74 is electrically connected to stepping motors (not shown) of the respective reels 3L, 3C, 3R, and relays signals outputted from the main control board 71 to the stepping motors.

  The medal auxiliary storage switch 75 penetrates a switch through hole, which will be described later, of the medal auxiliary storage 52. The medal auxiliary storage switch 75 detects whether the medal auxiliary storage 52 is full of medals.

  A power switch 53 a is connected to the power supply substrate 53 b of the power supply device 53. The power switch 53a is turned on when the necessary power is supplied to the pachi slot 1.

  The main control board 71 also includes a selector 66, a door open / close monitor switch 67, a BET switch 77, a settlement switch 78, a start switch 79, a stop switch board 80, a game operation display board 81, and the like via a door relay terminal board 68. The sub relay board 61 is connected. The selector 66, the door open / close monitoring switch 67, and the sub relay board 61 have been described above, and thus the description thereof is omitted.

  The BET switch 77 detects that the BET button 22 has been pressed by the player. The settlement switch 78 detects that the settlement button 27 has been pressed by the player. The start switch 79 detects that the player has operated the start lever 23 (start operation).

  The stop switch board 80 is a board that constitutes a circuit for stopping a rotating reel and a circuit for displaying a stoppable reel by an LED or the like. The stop switch substrate 80 is provided with a stop switch. The stop switch detects that each stop button 19L, 19C, 19R has been pressed by the player (stop operation).

  The game operation display board 81 displays the number of inserted medals on the 7-segment display 24 when the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R can be turned and replay is performed when accepting the insertion of medals. It is a substrate for A 7-segment display 24 and an LED 82 are connected to the game operation display board 81. The LED 82 lights, for example, a mark indicating the start of a game, a mark to be played again, and the like.

  The sub control board 72 is connected to the main control board 71 via the door relay terminal plate 68 and the sub relay board 61. A sound I / O substrate 84, LED substrates 62A, 62B, and a 24h door open / close monitoring unit 63 are connected to the sub control substrate 72 via the sub relay substrate 61. The LED substrates 62A, 62B and the 24h door opening / closing monitoring unit 63 have been described above, and thus the description thereof is omitted.

  The sound I / O substrate 84 outputs audio to speakers (not shown) provided on the center speaker 58, the board speaker 64, the lower speakers 65L and 65R, and the front door 2b.

Further, a ROM cartridge substrate 86 and a liquid crystal relay substrate 87 are connected to the sub control substrate 72. The ROM cartridge substrate 86 and the liquid crystal relay substrate 87 are accommodated in the sub control substrate case 57 together with the sub control substrate 72.
The ROM cartridge substrate 86 is a substrate for managing an image (video) for effect, sound, the LED substrates 62A and 62B and other LED substrates (not shown), and communication data. The liquid crystal relay substrate 87 is a substrate for relaying a wire connecting the sub control substrate 72 and the liquid crystal display device 11.

<Main control circuit>
Next, the main control circuit 91 configured by the main control board 71 will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 11 is a block diagram showing an example of the configuration of a pachislot main control circuit according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  The main control circuit 91 mainly includes a microcomputer 92 installed on the main control board 71. The microcomputer 92 includes a main CPU 93, a main ROM 94 and a main RAM 95.

  The main ROM 94 stores a control program executed by the main CPU 93, a data table, data for transmitting various control commands (commands) to the sub control circuit 101, and the like. The main RAM 95 is provided with a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination determined by the execution of the control program.

  To the main CPU 93, a clock pulse generation circuit 96, a frequency divider 97, a random number generator 98 and a sampling circuit 99 are connected. Clock pulse generation circuit 96 and frequency divider 97 generate clock pulses. The main CPU 93 executes the control program based on the generated clock pulse. The random number generator 98 generates a predetermined range of random numbers (e.g., 0 to 65535). The sampling circuit 99 extracts one value from the generated random numbers.

The main CPU 93 counts the number of times of pulse output to the stepping motor of each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R after detecting the reel index. Thus, the main CPU 93 manages the rotation angles of the respective reels 3L, 3C, 3R (mainly, how many reels have been rotated).
The reel index is information indicating that the reel has made one rotation. The reel index is provided, for example, at a predetermined position of each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and an optical sensor having a light emitting unit and a light receiving unit, and rotation of each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R Detection is performed by a reel position detection unit (not shown) provided with a detection piece interposed therebetween.

  Here, management of the rotation angles of the respective reels 3L, 3C, 3R will be specifically described. The number of pulses output to the stepping motor is counted by a pulse counter provided in the main RAM 95. Then, each time the pulse counter counts the output of a predetermined number of times (for example, 16 times) necessary for the rotation of one symbol, the symbol counter provided in the main RAM 95 is incremented by one. The symbol counter is provided according to each reel 3L, 3C, 3R. The value of the symbol counter is cleared when a reel index is detected by a reel position detection unit (not shown).

  That is, in the present embodiment, by managing the symbol counter, it is managed to manage how many symbols have been rotated since the reel index was detected. Therefore, the position of each symbol of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R is detected with reference to the position where the reel index is detected.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the maximum number of sliding symbols is set to four symbols. Therefore, when the left stop button 19L is pressed, the symbols on the left reel 3L in the middle of the reel display window 4 and the respective symbols within the range up to the symbol four symbols ahead are in the middle of the reel display window 4 It becomes a symbol that can be stopped.

<Sub control circuit>
Next, the sub control circuit 101 configured by the sub control substrate 72 will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 12 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of a pachislot sub-control circuit according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  The sub control circuit 101 is electrically connected to the main control circuit 91, and performs processing such as determination and execution of effects based on commands transmitted from the main control circuit 91. The sub control circuit 101 basically includes a sub CPU 102, a sub RAM 103, a rendering processor 104, a drawing RAM 105, and a driver 106.

  The sub CPU 102 controls the output of video, sound and light according to the control program stored in the ROM cartridge substrate 86 in response to the command transmitted from the main control circuit 91. The ROM cartridge substrate 86 basically includes a program storage area and a data storage area.

  The program storage area stores a control program to be executed by the sub CPU 102. For example, in the control program, a main board communication task for controlling communication with the main control circuit 91, and a random number value for effect extraction, and an effect registration task for determining and registering effect contents (effect data) Is included. In addition, a drawing control task for controlling display of an image by the liquid crystal display device 11 (see FIG. 9) based on the determined contents of presentation, a lamp control task for controlling light output by a light source such as an LED 85, speakers 58, 64, 65L , An audio control task for controlling the output of sound from the speaker such as 65R, and the like.

  The data storage area includes a storage area for storing various data tables, a storage area for storing effect data constituting each effect content, and a storage area for storing animation data relating to creation of a video. Also, a storage area for storing sound data relating to BGM and sound effects, a storage area for storing lamp data relating to a light on / off pattern, and the like are included.

  The sub RAM 103 is provided with a storage area for registering the determined effect contents and effect data, and a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 91.

  The sub CPU 102, the rendering processor 104, the drawing RAM (including the frame buffer) 105, and the driver 106 create an image according to the animation data specified by the effect content, and cause the liquid crystal display device 11 to display the created image.

  Further, the sub CPU 102 causes the speakers such as the speakers 58, 64, 65L, 65R to output the sound such as BGM according to the sound data designated by the contents of the effect. Further, the sub CPU 102 controls lighting and extinguishing of the light source such as the LED 85 in accordance with the lamp data designated by the contents of the effect.

[Various data tables on the main side]
Various data tables stored in the main ROM 94 will be described with reference to FIGS. 13 to 26. FIG.

<Symbol arrangement table>
Fig.13 (a) is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement | positioning table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. The symbol arrangement table shown in FIG. 13A indicates by data the arrangement of symbols arranged on the surface of each of the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C and the right reel 3R. The symbol arrangement table defines the correspondence between 21 symbol positions “0” to “20” and symbols corresponding to each of the symbol positions. The symbol positions “0” to “20” indicate the positions of the symbols arranged along the rotational direction in each of the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C and the right reel 3R. The symbols corresponding to the symbol positions “0” to “20” can be identified by referring to the symbol arrangement table using the value of the symbol counter. As a kind of pattern, "red 7", "green 7", "BAR", "cherry", "watermelon 1", "watermelon 2", "watermelon 3", "bell", "replay", and ""Blank" is included.

  The symbol arrangement table shown in FIG. 13 (a) is configured such that the symbol located in the middle of the display windows 4L, 4C and 4R (the symbol passing through the middle row of the display window) when the reel index is detected. And the correspondence relationship in which the symbol positions “0” to “20” are assigned to each of the 21 symbols in the order of movement in the rotational direction of the reel. In this way, by using the middle of the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R as a reference, the type of the symbol located in the middle of the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R is specified for every three reels 3L, 3C, 3R. Can.

  Each symbol arranged on each reel 3L, 3C, 3R is specified by the symbol code table shown in FIG. 13 (b) and is distinguished by 1 byte (8 bits) data.

  FIG. 13 (b) is a diagram showing a symbol code table according to an embodiment of the present invention. The symbol code table shown in FIG. 13 (b) represents a code for specifying a symbol arranged on the surface of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R. The symbols used in the pachislot 1 according to the present embodiment are “red 7”, “green 7”, “BAR”, “cherry”, “watermelon 1”, “watermelon 2”, “watermelon 3”, “red 7” as described above. There are ten types of "bell", "replay" and "blank".

  In the symbol code table, "00000001" is assigned as data to the "red 7" symbol (symbol code 1). Data "00000010" is assigned to the "blue 7" symbol (symbol code 2). "00000011" is assigned as data to the "yellow 7" symbol (symbol code 3). For the "watermelon" symbol (symbol code 4), "00000100" is assigned as data. For the "bell" symbol (symbol code 5), "00000101" is assigned as data. "00000110" is assigned as data to the "replay" symbol (symbol code 6).

<Symbol combination table>
FIG.14 and FIG.15 is a figure which shows the symbol combination table which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. In the symbol combination table shown in FIG. 14 and FIG. 15, a winning operation flag and the number of payouts are associated with the combination of symbols.

  In the pachi-slot 1 of the present embodiment, the symbol combination arranged along the activated winning determination line is the target of the determination for winning or operation. That is, it is determined whether or not the combination of symbols arranged along the activated winning determination line matches the predetermined combination of predetermined symbols.

  The predetermined predetermined symbol combination is the symbol combination defined in the symbol combination table. When the combination of symbols arranged along the activated winning determination line matches the combination of predetermined symbols, the payout of medals, the operation of replay, the transition of the gaming state, etc. are performed.

  The symbol combination is a combination of the symbol on the middle of the left reel 3L, the symbol on the middle of the middle reel 3C, and the symbol on the middle of the right reel 3R in the non-MB gaming state, and in the MB gaming state, the left reel It is a combination of the symbol on the bottom of 3L, the symbol on the top of middle reel 3C, and the symbol on the bottom of right reel 3R. As described above, it is determined whether or not the symbol combination of the symbol combination table matches the combination of symbols arranged along the winning determination line. As a combination (display combination) to be a target of the winning determination, there are a replay combination, a small combination, a bonus combination, a left spilled eye and the like.

  The replay player is an operator of replay that can play a game with the same number of medals as the medals inserted for playing the game without inserting new medals, and the payout number at the time of winning is zero. The replay part is middle stage lip 1, lower stage lip 1-2, CU lip 1-3, CD lip 1-4, upper stage lip 1-12, BAR control lip 1-7, chance lip 1-15, raising lip 1-9 , And 7 control lips 1 to 18 are included.

  The small winning combination is a combination in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out at the time of winning. The small part is middle bell 1, upper bell 1-2, CD bell 1-4, CD watermelon 1-3, upper watermelon 1-2, middle cherry 1-22, left special part 1-8, watermelon spill part 1 4, anomalous special roles 1-7, corner cherries 1-8, and MB control roles 1-18.

  The bonus combination is a bonus combination, and the payout number at the time of winning is zero. The bonus role includes MBs 1 to 3.

  The prize operation flag is data assigned corresponding to a unique combination of symbols to indicate a display combination, and includes 1 byte (8 bits) data and a storage area type. The storage area type is data for distinguishing 1-byte data. The 1-byte data includes data on a combination of a plurality of symbols. The combination (display combination) of each symbol is distinguished by the storage area type and 1-byte data.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 14 and FIG. 15, since there are more than eight combinations of symbols, only one byte (8 bits) of data constituting the winning operation flag can be used for all symbols. The combination can not be identified or identified. Therefore, in the present embodiment, 1-byte data is distinguished using storage area types 1 to 20. By doing this, even if the value of 1-byte data is the same, by specifying any one of storage area types 1 to 20, a combination of different patterns of combinations of more than eight types of patterns is combined. It can be treated as

  Regarding 1-byte data, for the assigned storage area type, the bit corresponding to each display combination is set to "1", and the remaining bits are set to "0".

  For example, by setting the value of the storage area type to "1" and the value of 1-byte data to "00000001", the display combination "left spill 1" can be specified, and the value of the storage area type can be specified. By setting “17” and setting the value of 1-byte data to “00100000”, it is possible to specify the display combination “square cherry 1”.

  The payout number is data indicating the number of medals to be paid out to the player, corresponding to each combination of symbols. When the combination of symbols arranged along the winning determination line matches the "combination of symbols" in the symbol combination table, the medals are discharged by driving the hopper device 51, and the number of credits is counted based on the corresponding number of payouts. The credit counter is incremented. The payout number is set in association with the insertion number (three or one).

<Internal lottery table>
As the internal lottery table, an internal lottery table for the normal gaming state and an internal lottery table for MB are provided. FIG. 16A shows an internal lottery table for a normal gaming state according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 16 (b) is a diagram showing an internal lottery table for MB according to the embodiment of the present invention. The normal gaming state internal lottery table is an internal lottery table to be referred to in the non-MB gaming state, and the MB internal lottery table is an internal lottery table to be referred to in the MB gaming state.

  In the internal gaming table for the normal gaming state shown in FIG. 16 (a), the lottery value for each gaming state (RT0 gaming state, RT1 gaming state, and RT2 gaming state) with respect to the winning number (internal winning number), , And data pointers (small play and replay data pointers and bonus data pointers) are associated with each other. In the internal lottery table for MB shown in FIG. 16B, lottery values are associated with only one winning number regardless of the gaming state (RT0 gaming state, RT1 gaming state, and RT2 gaming state). At the same time, a data pointer (a small winning combination / replay data pointer and a bonus data pointer) is associated with the corresponding base number.

  In the present embodiment, a random number for lottery which is extracted from a predetermined range of numerical values "0 to 65535" is sequentially subtracted by a lottery value corresponding to each winning number, and a so-called "digit" is generated. An internal lottery is performed by making a decision.

  Digits are performed when the numerical value to be subtracted is smaller, in other words, when the result of subtraction is negative. For example, when the random number value extracted in the RT0 gaming state is "35000", the lottery value "33154" corresponding to the winning number "1" is first subtracted from "35000". The subtraction result is “35000−33154 = 1846” and is positive. Next, a lottery value “3218” corresponding to the winning number “2” is subtracted from the value “1846” after the subtraction. The subtraction result is “1846-3218 = −1372” and is negative. Therefore, winning number "2" is determined as an internal winning combination.

  According to such a method of internal lottery, the larger the numerical value defined as the lottery value, the higher the probability that the data to which it is assigned (that is, the data pointer) is determined. When the number of times the process of determining whether the result of subtraction has become negative exceeds the number of winning numbers, the result of the internal lottery process becomes "lost". In addition, the winning probability of each winning number can be represented by “lottery value corresponding to each winning number / number of all random number values that may be extracted (65536)”.

  In addition, in this embodiment, since the method of various lottery performed using a lottery value is the same as the method of an internal lottery, description is abbreviate | omitted about another lottery.

  The data pointer is data acquired as a result of lottery performed with reference to the internal lottery table, and is data for specifying an internal winning combination defined by an internal winning combination determination table described later. That is, the data pointer is data used to determine the storage area type and 1-byte data in the internal winning combination determination tables shown in FIGS. As the data pointer, the small winning combination / replay data pointer and the bonus data pointer are individually defined corresponding to each winning number.

<Internal winning combination decision table>
As the internal winning combination determination table, an internal winning combination determination table for small part and replay and an internal winning combination determination table for bonus (internal winning combination determination table for MB) are provided. FIG. 17 and FIG. 18 are diagrams showing an internal winning combination determination table for small part and replay according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 19 is a diagram showing an internal winning combination determination table for MBs according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  In the internal winning combination determination table for small winning combination / replay shown in FIG. 17 and FIG. 18, an internal winning combination (small winning combination that allows display of a combination of symbols related to payout of medals to the data pointer for small winning combination and replay). And an internal winning combination (replay combination) that allows display of a combination of symbols related to the operation of replay. The contents of the internal winning combination are determined in accordance with the small part and replay data pointers “0” to “52”. In the internal winning combination determination table for MB shown in FIG. 19, an internal winning combination (bonus combination) permitting display of a combination of symbols related to the operation of a bonus is associated with the data pointer for bonus. The content of the internal winning combination is determined in accordance with the bonus data pointer "0" or "1".

  The small part and replay data pointers “0” to “52” correspond to twenty one-byte data, respectively. The bonus data pointers of “0” and “1” correspond to two 1-byte data, respectively. Thereby, an internal winning combination is defined for each data pointer. For example, when the small part / replay data pointer is “22”, “left spills 1 to 6”, “middle bell 1”, “left special roles 1 and 2”, and “corn cherry 1 to 8” It will be a duplicate internal winning.

  Here, on the premise of the above description, the relationship between the pushing order and the winning combination will be described. FIG. 20 and FIG. 21 are diagrams showing the relationship between the pushing order and the winning combination in the pachislot machine according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 20 shows the relationship between the pushing order and the winning combination among the non-MB flags, and FIG. 21 shows the relationship between the pushing order among the MB flags and the winning combination.

  In FIG. 20 and FIG. 21, for each winning number of “1” to “47”, a winning combination is shown according to the order of the stop operation (pushing order).

  For example, when the winning number is "22" (the same applies to the cases "23" to "45" hereinafter), referring to FIG. 16, the data pointer for small part and replay is "22", and the bonus data pointer Is "0". When the small part / replay data pointer is “22”, referring to FIG. 17, the internal winning combination is “left spilled eyes 1 to 6”, “middle bell 1”, “left special role 1 and 2”, and , "Corn cherry 1-8". When the bonus data pointer is "0", referring to FIG. 19, the internal winning combination is "loss".

  Between the non-MB flags, as shown in FIG. 20, when the stop operation is performed on the left reel 3L as the first stop operation, the “left special roles 1 and 2” can be won. When the stop operation on the middle reel 3C is performed as the first stop operation, the “middle bell 1” can be won. When the stop operation on the right reel 3R is performed as the first stop operation, “corn cherry 1 to 8” can be won.

  On the other hand, among the MB flags, as shown in FIG. 21, when the stop operation is performed on the left reel 3L as the first stop operation, “corn cherry 1 to 8” can be won. When the stop operation on the middle reel 3C is performed as the first stop operation, the “middle bell 1” can be won. When the stop operation on the right reel 3R is performed as the first stop operation, “corn cherry 1 to 8” can be won. As described above, when the stop operation is performed on the left reel 3L as the first stop operation between the MB flags as compared with the non-MB flags, the winning combination is "from the left special role 1, 2" to "the corner cherry 1 to 8 ". As described with reference to FIG. 4, when the cherries 1 to 8 win in the special ART (between MB flags), the number of ART games is added (over) in the special specialization zone (MB gaming state).

  As shown in FIG. 20, when the stop operation on the left reel 3L is performed as the first stop operation between non-MB flags, if the stop operation is not performed at an appropriate timing, “left special role 1, 2” The "left spilled eyes 1 to 6" does not win, but "left special role 1 and 2" is dropped.

  In the present embodiment, when the pressing order is not notified, normally, the forward pressing (stop operation in the order of “left” → “middle” → “right”) is performed (see FIG. 72). Therefore, if the winning number 22 is determined as the internal winning combination in the RT0 gaming state or the RT2 gaming state where the push order is not notified, if it is between the non-MB flags, "left special role 1, 2" or "left spilled eye" "1 to 6" wins. When the "left special role 1, 2" is missed, the "left spilled eyes 1 to 6" wins, and the RT0 gaming state or the RT2 gaming state is shifted to the RT1 gaming state (see FIG. 2). In addition, even if “left spilled eyes 1 to 6” wins in the RT1 gaming state, the RT1 gaming state is maintained.

  On the other hand, among MB flags, the winning combination when the forward press (stop operation in the order of "left" → "middle" → "right") is performed is from "left special role 1, 2" to "corn cherry 1 Since the winning combination number 22 is determined as the internal winning combination, and even if the forward press is performed, the "left special roles 1 and 2" and the "left spills 1 to 6" do not win.

  When the winning number is “5” (hereinafter, the same applies to “6” to “8”), referring to FIG. 16, the data pointer for small part and replay is “5”. When the small part / replay data pointer is “5”, referring to FIG. 17, the internal winning combinations are “middle row 1”, “lower row 1 and 2”, “CU lip 1 to 3”, and “CD lip 1 to 4 "," upper lip 1 to 12 ", and" raised lip 1 to 9 ".

  As shown in FIG. 20, when the stop operation on the left reel 3L is performed as the first stop operation, the “middle step lip 1” can be won. When the stop operation is performed in the order of “middle” → “left” → “right”, “raising lips 1 to 9” can be won. When the stop operation is performed on the right reel 3R as the first stop operation, or when the stop operation is performed in the order of "middle" → "right" → "left", "CU Lips 1 to 3" wins It can.

  When the "raising lip 1 to 9" wins in the RT1 gaming state, the RT1 gaming state is shifted to the RT2 gaming state (see FIG. 2). When ART is started or returned to ART, the order of pressing “middle” → “left” → “right” (the order of pressing for winning “rising lips 1 to 9”) is notified. By following the notification, the player can win the “raising lips 1 to 9”.

  In addition, when “CU Lip 1 to 3” wins in the RT1 gaming state or the RT2 gaming state, the RT1 gaming state or the RT2 gaming state is shifted to the RT0 gaming state (see FIG. 2). When the forward press is performed, the "middle step 1" wins, so the gaming state is maintained.

  When the winning number is “9” (hereinafter, the same applies to “10” and “11”), referring to FIG. 16, the data pointer for small part and replay is “9”. When the small part / replay data pointer is “9”, referring to FIG. 17, the internal winning combinations are “middle row 1”, “lower row 1 and 2”, “CU lip 1 to 3”, and “CD lip 1 to 4 "," upper lip 1 to 12 "," BAR control lip 1 to 7 ", and" chance lip 1 ".

  As shown in FIG. 20, when the stop operation is performed on the left reel 3L or the right reel 3R as the first stop operation, or the stop operation is performed in the order of "middle" → "right" → "left". In the case, “CU Lips 1 to 3” may be won. If the stop operation is performed in the order of “middle” → “left” → “right”, “middle tier 1” may be won.

  When “CU Lips 1 to 3” wins in the RT2 gaming state, the RT2 gaming state is shifted to the RT0 gaming state (see FIG. 2). When "middle step 1" wins in the RT2 gaming state, the RT2 gaming state is maintained. In the ART, in order to maintain the RT2 gaming state, the order of pushing "Medium"-> "Left"-> "Right" (the order of pushing "middle middle 1") is notified, but when ART is ended Since the notification is not performed, "CU Lips 1 to 3" is won, and the RT2 gaming state is shifted to the RT0 gaming state.

  In addition, after ART end, at the time of the initial state at the time of shipment, at the time of setting change etc., it stays in the RT0 gaming state temporarily, but in the present embodiment, "left spills 1 to 6" are easy to win Therefore, basically, you will stay in the RT1 gaming state.

  When the winning number is "1", referring to FIG. 16, the data pointer for small part and replay is "1". When the small part / replay data pointer is “1”, referring to FIG. 17, the internal winning combinations are “middle row 1”, “lower row 1 and 2”, “CU lips 1 to 3”, and “ CD Lips 1 to 4 ". As shown in FIG. 20, when the forward press is performed, the “middle step lip 1” can be won. When an irregular press (stop operation in an order different from the order) is performed, “CU Lips 1 to 3” may be won. When "CU Lips 1 to 3" wins in the RT0 gaming state, the RT0 gaming state is maintained.

  When the winning number is “16” (hereinafter, the same applies to “17” to “21”), referring to FIG. 16, the data pointer for small part and replay is “16”. When the small part / replay data pointer is “16”, referring to FIG. 17, the internal winning combinations are “left special roles 1 to 8” and “uneven special roles 1, 2 and 5”.

  As shown in FIG. 21, when a stop operation is performed on the left reel 3L or the middle reel 3C as the first stop operation between the MB flags, the “left special role 1 to 8” can be won. When the stop operation on the right reel 3R is performed as the first stop operation, the “unusual special role 1, 2, 5” or “MB1” may be won. That is, in the case where the stop operation is performed on the right reel 3R as the first stop operation, when the stop operation is performed at an appropriate timing, the "special special role 1, 2, 5" is won. If the stop operation is not performed at an appropriate timing, "an unusual special role 1, 2, 5" does not win, "MB 1" gets a prize (that is, "an unusual special role 1, 2, 5" is missed ). Here, when the winning number is "16", the bonus data pointer is "0", but between MB flags, since the state where the internal winning of MB is carried over, the winning of MB 1 is permitted. .

  More specifically, the combination of symbols corresponding to irregular special role 1 is "BELL"-"BELL"-"BAR", and the combination of symbols corresponding to irregular special role 2 is "BELL"-" "Bell"-"watermelon 1" (see Fig. 15), but referring to the symbol arrangement of Fig. 13 (a), both "BAR" and "watermelon 1" have 4 symbols (the number of sliding pieces) in the right reel 3R There is a place that does not exist within the range of the maximum value of Therefore, depending on the timing of the stop operation, there may be a case where neither “BAR” nor “watermelon 1” is drawn in on the right reel 3R. On the other hand, while the combination of symbols corresponding to MB1 is "bell"-"bell"-"replay" (see FIG. 14), "replay" in the right reel 3R has 4 symbols (maximum number of sliding pieces (See FIG. 13 (a)), it is always drawn in regardless of the timing of the stop operation. Therefore, if the stop operation is performed at a timing when neither “BAR” nor “watermelon 1” is drawn in the right reel 3R, the irregular special role 1 and the irregular special role 2 are dropped, and in that case, the irregular special MB1 (bonus combination) with the highest priority next to combination 1 and special special combination 2 (small combination) will be won. Similarly, the irregular special role 5 may be missed due to the relationship with the symbol array (see FIG. 13A), in which case the MB1 is won.

  As described with reference to FIG. 4, when the MB is won in the special ART (between MB flags), the special ART (between MB flags) is ended, and the additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) is activated.

  In the above, the relationship between the pushing order and the winning combination has been described using FIG. 20 and FIG. The description now returns to the data table stored in the main ROM 94.

<No. Selection table for rotating drum stop>
Fig.22 (a) is a figure which shows the number selection table for revolving drum stops which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. The rotation stop number selection table associates the winning number with the rotation stop number. The rotation stop number is defined for each of the non-MB flags (the normal gaming state in FIG. 22 (a)) and the MB flag. When the winning number is determined, the rotating number selection table is referred to, and the rotating number corresponding to the determined winning number is selected.

<Reel Stop Initial Setting Table>
FIG. 22B is a view showing a reel stop initial setting table according to the embodiment of the present invention. In the reel stop initial setting table shown in FIG. 22 (b), the drawing priority order table selection table number or drawing priority order table number and the stop table selection data group are associated with the rotation stop number. . These various data indicate various table numbers to be selected in the stop control of the reel in accordance with the progress of the unit game.

  The drawing priority order table selection table number is a number for selecting the drawing priority order table number in the drawing priority order table selection table shown in FIGS. 23 to 25 described later. The "draw-in priority order table number" is a number for selecting the draw-up priority order data in a pull-up priority order table shown in FIG. 26 described later.

  The "stop table selection data group" is not described in detail, but it is a number for selecting a stop table etc. that stores symbol position data at the time of stop operation and sliding piece number determination data in association with each other. is there. "Stop table selection data group" is used to determine "number of sliding piece determination data", that is, to determine the positions at which the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R are to be stopped, according to the progress of the unit game. Contains data. The symbol position data when the stop operation is performed is information indicating the symbol position (stop start position) of the symbol displayed in the middle of the reel display window 4 when the stop operation is performed. The sliding piece number determination data is information for determining the sliding piece number.

  In the reel stop initial setting table, the pull-in priority table selection table number is associated with the number for looping stop corresponding to the data pointer for which stop control is performed differently depending on the order of the stop operation, and the stop operation order A pull-in priority order table number is associated with the number of rotation stop corresponding to the data pointer whose stop control does not change regardless of the number.

<Import priority table selection table>
FIGS. 23-25 is a figure which shows the drawing-in priority order table selection table based on one Embodiment of this invention. In the drawing priority order table selection table shown in FIGS. 23 to 25, the drawing priority order table numbers with respect to the order of the stop operation are associated with each drawing priority order table selection table number.

  For example, in the drawing priority order table selection table number “00”, the drawing priority order table number “00” corresponds to the drawing priority order table number at the time of the first stop operation when the first stop operation is “left”. It is attached. Further, when the first stop operation is “left” and the second stop operation is “middle”, the pull priority table number “00” is associated as the pull-in priority table number at the time of the second stop operation. ing. In addition, as the pull-in priority table number at the time of the third stop operation, the pull-in priority is given when the first stop operation is “left”, the second stop operation is “medium”, and the third stop operation is “right”. Rank table number "00" is associated.

<Import priority table>
FIG. 26 is a drawing showing a pull-in priority order table according to an embodiment of the present invention. The drawing-in priority order table shown in FIG. 26 indicates which symbol is to be drawn in priority when there are a plurality of symbols (symbols corresponding to the combination determined as the internal winning combination) that may be displayed within the drawing-in range. ing. In FIG. 26, for the sake of simplicity, data of the winning operation flag is omitted.

  In the draw-in priority order table, draw-in priority order data indicating the draw-in priority of the combination of symbols relating to the winning combination operation flag (display combination) is shown. The “drop-in priority data” is information provided for the main CPU 93 to identify the pull-in priority.

  Here, "retraction" is the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R so as to display the symbols constituting the combination of the symbols relating to the internal winning combination within the range of the maximum number of sliding pieces along the winning judgment line. To stop the

  For example, in the case of the draw-in priority order table number "00", if it is determined that there is a possibility that the prize operation flag "middle stage 1" and the prize operation flag "upper stage bell 1" will win, "upper stage bell 1 Since “middle step 1” has higher priority than “1”, stop control of the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is performed so that “middle step 1” is given priority.

[Various storage areas on the main side]
Subsequently, various storage areas stored in the main RAM 95 will be described with reference to FIGS.

<Internal winning combination storage area>
FIG. 27 is a diagram showing an internal winning combination storing area according to an embodiment of the present invention. The internal winning combination storing area shown in FIG. 27 is constituted by 20 storage areas of the internal winning combination storing areas 1 to 20. The size of the storage area of each of these internal winning combination storing areas 1 to 20 is 1 byte. Therefore, the total size of the internal winning combination storing area 1 to 20 is 20 bytes. In the internal winning combination storing area 1 to 20, data determined based on data (storage area type) of the internal winning combination defined by the internal winning combination determination table shown in FIGS. 17 to 19 is stored.

<Symbol code storage area>
FIG. 28 is a diagram showing a symbol code storage area according to an embodiment of the present invention. The symbol code storage area shown in FIG. 28 is constituted by twenty storage areas of symbol code storage areas 1 to 20. The size of the storage area of each of the symbol code storage areas 1 to 20 is 1 byte. Therefore, the total size of the symbol code storage areas 1 to 20 is 20 bytes. In the symbol code storage area, data indicating combinations that can be won on the rotating reel is stored. For example, when all of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are rotating, all combinations can be won, so "1" is stored in all the corresponding bits of the symbol code storage area. After that, when the left reel 3L is stopped (reels 3C and 3R are rotated), the bit corresponding to the winning combination that has become impossible to be won due to the stop of the left reel 3L is updated to “0”.

<Display combination storage area>
FIG. 29 is a diagram showing a display combination storing area according to an embodiment of the present invention. The display combination storing area shown in FIG. 29 is formed of twenty storage areas of display combination storing areas 1 to 20. The size of the storage area of each of the display combination storing areas 1 to 20 is 1 byte. Therefore, the total size of the display combination storing area 1 to 20 is 20 bytes. In the display combination storing area 1 to 20, data determined based on data (storage area type) of the display combination defined by the symbol combination table shown in FIGS. 14 and 15 is stored.

<Actual stop button storage area>
FIG. 30 (a) is a diagram showing an operation stop button storage area according to an embodiment of the present invention. The operation stop button storage area shown in FIG. 30A has a size of 1 byte. Bits 4 to 6 are storage areas indicating stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R that can detect a stop operation by the player, that is, valid stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R.

  Bits 0 to 2 are storage areas indicating stop buttons 19L, 19C, and 19R at which the stop operation corresponding to the valid stop buttons 19L, 19C, and 19R has been detected immediately before. In the present embodiment, bit 3 and bit 7 are unused, and "0" is stored.

  Bit 0 corresponds to the left stop button 19L. When the left stop button 19L is operated by the player, “1” is stored in bit 0. Bit 1 corresponds to the middle stop button 19C. When the middle stop button 19C is operated by the player, “1” is stored in bit 1. Bit 2 corresponds to the right stop button 19R. When the right stop button 19R is operated by the player, "1" is stored in bit 2.

  Bit 4 corresponds to the left stop button 19L. When the left stop button 19L is valid, “1” is stored in bit 4. Bit 5 corresponds to the middle stop button 19C. When the middle stop button 19C is valid, "1" is stored in bit 5. Bit 6 corresponds to the right stop button 19R. When the right stop button 19R is valid, "1" is stored in bit 6. In the present embodiment, that the stop button is valid means that the stop operation can be detected. Further, the stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R corresponding to the reels rotating at a constant speed, and the stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R capable of detecting the stop operation are referred to as effective stop buttons.

<Pressing order storage area>
FIG. 30B is a diagram showing a pressing order storage area according to an embodiment of the present invention. The pressing order storage area illustrated in FIG. 30B is an area for storing information indicating the pressing order of the three stop buttons 19L, 19C, and 19R. The pressing order storage area is one byte in size, bits 0 to 5 are used, bits 6 and 7 are unused, and "0" is stored.

  Bit 0 corresponds to the pressing order “left → middle → right”, and “1” is stored (on) in bit 0 when the pressing order is “left → middle → right”. Similarly, when the pressing order is "left → right → middle", "1" is stored (turned on) in bit 1 and when the pressing order is "middle → left → right", "1" in bit 2 Is stored (on), and “1” is stored in bit 3 (on) in the case of “middle → right → left”, and “1” is stored in bit 4 in the case of “right → left → middle” (“On”), “1” is stored (on) in bit 5 in the case of “right → middle → left”.

<Playing state flag storage area>
FIG. 31 (a) is a view showing a game state flag storage area according to an embodiment of the present invention. The gaming state flag storage area shown in FIG. 31 (a) is a flag indicating whether the gaming state is any of the RT0 gaming state, the RT1 gaming state, and the RT2 gaming state, and the gaming state is the MB gaming state Is a flag for indicating whether or not the size is 1 byte.

  When the gaming state is the RT0 gaming state, bit 0 is "1" (on), and when the gaming state is the RT1 gaming state, bit 1 is "1" (on), the gaming state Is in the RT2 gaming state, bit 2 is set to "1" (on). When the gaming state is the MB gaming state, bit 3 is set to "1" (on). In the present embodiment, bits 4 to 7 are unused.

<Holding part storage area>
FIG. 31 (b) is a diagram showing a carryover combination storage area according to an embodiment of the present invention. In the carryover combination storage area, data representing a carryover combination is stored. The size of the storage area of the carryover combination storage area is 1 byte. Bits 0 to 2 of the carryover combination storage area correspond to MB, and when the internal winning combination MB is determined as a result of the internal lottery process, "1" is stored in bits 0 to 2 of the carryover combination storage area .

  By storing “1” in the carryover combination storage area, it can be determined that the player is in a state of winning the MB. The state in which "1" is stored in the carryover combination storage area is held until the combination of symbols corresponding to the MB is displayed on the winning determination line. That is, when winning a MB, “1” is stored in bits 0 to 2 of the carryover combination storage area in at least one unit game until the combination of the symbols of the bonus is displayed on the prize determination line as a display combination. State is maintained. Maintaining a state in which "1" is stored in these bits from a unit game winning an MB to a unit game winning is referred to as so-called "carry over". The MB stored in the carryover combination storage area is referred to as a "moveover combination".

<Import priority data storage area>
FIG. 32 is a diagram showing a drawing priority data storage area according to an embodiment of the present invention. The drawing priority data storage area shown in FIG. 32 includes a left reel drawing priority data storage area, a middle reel drawing priority data storage area, and a right reel drawing priority data storage area.

  Each drawing priority order data storage area stores drawing priority order data for each of the symbol position data of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R corresponding to the drawing priority order data storage area. As for the drawing-in priority order data, when a symbol located in one symbol position data is displayed at the center line position, a combination of symbols relating to any display combination or a part thereof is displayed along the winning determination line Data indicating whether

[Various data table on sub side]
Subsequently, various data tables stored in the ROM cartridge substrate 86 will be described with reference to FIGS.

<A certainty promotion lottery table>
33 to 35 are diagrams showing the probability variation promotion lottery table according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  As described with reference to FIG. 4, in the present embodiment, when the corner cherry is won in the special ART (between MB flags), the number of ART games is added (over) in the additional specialization zone (MB gaming state). The corner cherry is a pressing order (a winning combination achieved by pressing the stop button in an appropriate order), and in the special ART (between MB flags), the occurrence navigation is determined when the corner cherry is won internally Based on the table (see FIG. 36), it is determined whether or not to notify the pushing order for winning the square cherry.

  The probability that it is determined to notify the push order for winning a square cherry is different depending on the probability variation level, and the probability variation levels are: probability variation level 1, probability variation level 2, probability variation level 3, and probability variation level 4 Four levels are provided. And, the higher the probability variation level, the higher the probability that the push order for winning the horned cherry will be notified.

  The probability variation level is a level at which the probability of notifying the pushing order for winning a square cherry is low when the winning numbers 2, 50, 51, 49, or 9 to 11 are determined as internal winning combinations. There is a possibility of transitioning to a higher probability level (promotion). At that time, it is the probability variation promotion lottery table that is referred to.

  In the probability variation promotion lottery table, for each of the winning numbers 2, 50, 51, 49, and 9 to 11, the probability variation level of the transfer destination and the lottery value are defined in association with each other.

  If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 1, then the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 33 is referred to. More specifically, if the current probability level is the probability level 1 and the setting value (value for setting the delivery rate to one of the 6 predetermined levels) is 1, FIG. The probability change promotion lottery table of (a) is referred to. If the current probability change level is the probability change level 1 and the set value is 2, the probability change promotion lottery table of FIG. 33 (b) is referred to. If the current probability change level is the probability change level 1 and the setting value is 3, the probability change promotion lottery table of FIG. 33 (c) is referred to. If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 1 and the setting value is 4, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 33 (d) is referred to. If the current probability change level is the probability change level 1 and the set value is 5, the probability change promotion lottery table of FIG. 33 (e) is referred to. If the current probability change level is the probability change level 1 and the set value is 6, the probability change promotion lottery table of FIG. 33 (f) is referred to.

  If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 2, then the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 34 is referred to. In more detail, when the current probability level is the probability level 2 and the setting value is 1, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 34 (a) is referred to. If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 2 and the setting value is 2, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 34 (b) is referred to. When the current probability variation level is the probability variation level 2 and the set value is 3, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 34 (c) is referred to. If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 2 and the setting value is 4, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 34 (d) is referred to. When the current probability variation level is the probability variation level 2 and the setting value is 5, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 34 (e) is referred to. If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 2 and the setting value is 6, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 34 (f) is referred to.

  If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 3, then the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 35 is referred to. In more detail, when the current probability level is the probability level 3 and the setting value is 1, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 35 (a) is referred to. If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 3 and the setting value is 2, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 35 (b) is referred to. If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 3 and the setting value is 3, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 35 (c) is referred to. If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 3 and the setting value is 4, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 35 (d) is referred to. If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 3 and the setting value is 5, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 35 (e) is referred to. If the current probability variation level is probability variation level 3 and the setting value is 6, the probability variation promotion lottery table of FIG. 35 (f) is referred to.

<Analysis of navigation decision table>
FIG. 36 is a diagram showing a generated navigation determination table according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  In special ART (between MB flags), when winning numbers 47, 22-25, 30-33, 38-41, 26-29, 34-37, or 42-45 are determined as internal winning combinations, as shown in FIG. Based on the occurrence navigation determination table shown in FIG. 36, any one of the pressing order for winning a square cherry (strong cherry or weak cherry) and the pressing order for winning a middle bell (pushing order bell) It is determined whether to notify the order.

  In the occurrence navigation determination table, for each of the winning numbers 47, 22-25, 30-33, 38-41, 26-29, 34-37, and 42-45, the probability change level and the winning combination are associated with each other. It is prescribed.

  Specifically, when the winning number is 22 to 25, if the current probability change level is the probability change level 1, the push order for winning the middle bell (push order bell) is notified, and the current probability change level is If it is one of the probability variation levels 2 to 4, the pushing order for winning the corner cherry (weak cherry) is informed.

  When the winning number is 30 to 33, if the current probable variation level is the probable variation level 1, the pushing order for winning the middle bell (pushing order bell) is informed, and the current probable variation level is the probable variation level 2 to 3 If it is any of 4, the pushing order for winning a square cherry (weak cherry) is notified.

  When the winning number is 38 to 41, if the current probable variation level is the probable variation level 1, the pushing order for winning the middle bell (pushing order bell) is informed, and the current probable variation level is the probable variation level 2 to 2 If it is any of 4, the pushing order for winning a square cherry (weak cherry) is notified.

  When the winning number is 26 to 29, if the current probability level is the probability level 1 or 2, the pushing order for winning the middle bell (pushing bell) is notified, and the current probability level is the probability level If it is 3 or 4, the pushing order for winning square cherry (strong cherry) is informed.

  When the winning number is 34 to 37, if the current probable variation level is the probable variation level 1 or 2, the pushing order for winning the middle bell (pushing order bell) is notified, and the current probable variation level is the probable variation level If it is 3 or 4, the pushing order for winning square cherry (strong cherry) is informed.

  When the winning number is 42 to 45, if the current probability change level is the probability change level 1 or 2, the push order for winning the middle bell (push order bell) is notified, and the current probability change level is the probability change level If it is 3 or 4, the pushing order for winning square cherry (strong cherry) is informed.

  When the winning number is 47, if the current probability level is the probability level 1 or 2, the pushing order for winning the square cherry (weak cherry) is informed and the current probability level is the probability level 3 or 4 If it is, the pushing order for winning the corner cherry (strong cherry) is informed.

  Thus, although there are strong cherries and weak cherries in the square cherries, in the present embodiment, the special ART is selected depending on whether the red 7 flag (see step S 970 in FIG. 67) is set on. In (between the MB flags), the number of times that the strong cherry has won and the number of times that the weak cherry has won are counted as follows (see FIG. 67).

  That is, when the red 7 flag is set to ON, the number of times that the strong cherry has won and the number of times that the weak cherry has won are both counted in the special ART (between the MB flags). On the other hand, when the red 7 flag is not set to ON, in the special ART (between MB flags), of the number of times that the strong cherry has won and the number of times that the weak cherry has won, only the number of times that the strong cherry has won is Will be counted.

  Then, based on the number of times that the strong cherry has won and the number of times that the weak cherry has won in the special additional zone (MB gaming state) (see FIG. 4) that operates after the special ART (between MB flags) ends. Thus, the number of ART games is added (added) (see FIG. 69).

  Specifically, when the red 7 flag is set to ON, the number of ART games is added (added) based on both the number of times that the strong cherry has won and the number of times that the weak cherry has won. The additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) in which the number of ART games is added in this manner is the first additional specializing zone (MB gaming state) (see FIG. 3).

  On the other hand, if the red 7 flag is not set to ON, the number of ART games is added based on only the number of times the strong cherry has won among the number of times the strong cherry has won and the number of times the weak cherry has won ( Will be added). The additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) in which the number of ART games is added in this way is the second additional specializing zone (MB gaming state) (see FIG. 3).

  In addition, the additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) that operates after the special ART (between MB flags) ends is the first additional specializing zone (MB gaming state) and the second additional specializing zone (MB gaming state) Of which additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) to be, that is, whether the red 7 flag is set on or not depends on the MB that triggered the special ART (between MB flags) to operate. It is determined at internal winning (see FIGS. 41 and 66).

[Main control processing]
The main CPU 93 of the main control circuit 91 executes various processes in accordance with the flowcharts shown in FIGS.

<Main control process>
FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing a main control process performed in a pachislot main control circuit according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, when the pachi slot 1 is powered on, the main CPU 93 executes a power-on process (see FIG. 38) (step S11). In the power-on process, it is determined whether the backup is normal or whether the setting has been properly changed, and the initialization process is performed according to the determination result.

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes initialization processing at the end of one game (unit game) (step S12). In this initialization process, for example, a storage area of initialization at the end of one game is initialized. By this initialization process, data stored in the internal winning combination storing area and the display combination storing area of the main RAM 95 are cleared.

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes medal acceptance / start check processing (see FIG. 39) (step S13). In the medal acceptance / start check process, a process of detecting a medal inserted by a player and a process of detecting a start operation are performed.

  Next, the main CPU 93 extracts random number values and stores them in the random number value storage area allocated to the main RAM 95 (step S14). Next, the main CPU 93 executes an internal lottery process (see FIG. 40) (step S15).

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes lock effect determination processing (step S16). The lock effect determination process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes a reel stop initial setting process (see FIG. 42) (step S17). In the reel stop initialization process, each information (for example, stop table number etc.) related to the stop control of the reel is stored in the corresponding area of the main RAM 95 based on the result (internal winning combination) of the internal lottery process.

  Next, the main CPU 93 generates start command data, and stores the generated start command data in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S18). The start command data stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 91 to the sub control circuit 101 in the command data transmission process (see FIG. 49). The start command data includes various information (internal winning combination, game state, etc.) necessary for the effect.

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes a wait process (step S19). In this weight processing, it is determined whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed from the previous game start (the start of the last unit game), and if it is determined that the predetermined time has not elapsed, the predetermined time is elapsed. It is a process to wait until the wait time is digested. The predetermined time in this weight processing, that is, the weight time, is set to, for example, 4.1 seconds from the start of the last unit game.

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes reel rotation start processing (step S20). The reel rotation start process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, the main CPU 93 generates reel rotation start command data, and stores the generated reel rotation start command data in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S21). The reel rotation start command data stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 91 to the sub control circuit 101 in the command data transmission process (see FIG. 49). As a result, the sub control circuit 101 can recognize the reel rotation start, and can determine the timing and the like of executing various effects.

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes an attraction priority storage process (step S22). In this process, the main CPU 93 acquires the information acquired in the process of step S172 of the reel stop initialization process (see FIG. 42), the drawing priority order table selection table of FIGS. 23 to 25, and the drawing priority order table of FIG. Based on the drawing priority data for each symbol position of each rotating reel, and in the case of stop permission, the acquired drawing priority data is stored in the drawing priority data storage area (see FIG. 32) . Thereby, the drawing-in priority of all the symbols on the rotating reels 3L, 3C, 3R is determined. On the other hand, in the case where the stop is not permitted (for example, when the winning combination that is not won is won), the main CPU 93 stores the stop prohibition. The loading priority storage processing will be described in more detail later with reference to FIG.

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes a reel stop control process (see FIG. 45) (step S23). By this processing, stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is performed.

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes a winning search process (step S24). In this winning search process, after all the reels are stopped, the symbol combination displayed on the winning determination line and the symbol combination table (see FIGS. 14 and 15) are collated, and the collated result is the display combination storing area (See FIG. 29). Further, the payout number of medals is obtained based on the symbol combination table (see FIGS. 14 and 15).

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes payout of the number of medals according to the displayed symbol combination based on the result of the winning search process (step S25). Along with the medal payout processing, drive control of the hopper device 51 and update of the number of credits are performed based on the payout number counter.

  Next, the main CPU 93 generates display command data, and stores the generated display command data in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S26). The display command data stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 91 to the sub control circuit 101 in a command data transmission process (see FIG. 49). As a result, the sub control circuit 101 can recognize the symbol combination displayed along the winning determination line, and can determine the timing and the like of executing various effects.

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes RT control processing (see FIG. 46) (step S27). By the RT control process, the gaming state is updated between the RT0 gaming state, the RT1 gaming state, and the RT2 gaming state.

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes bonus end check processing (step S28). The bonus end check process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, the main CPU 93 executes a bonus operation check process (step S29). The bonus operation check process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  After executing the processing of step S29, the main CPU 93 returns the processing to step S12.

<Power-on process>
The power-on process performed in step S11 of FIG. 37 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing a power-on process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the main CPU 93 determines whether the backup is normal (step S51). In this judgment processing, it is judged whether the backup is normal or not by error detection using a checksum value. For example, when the power is off, the main CPU 93 uses the setting value of pachislot 1 (the value to set the withdrawal rate to one of six predetermined levels) and the checksum value calculated from the setting value as the backup data. The setting value and the checksum value stored in the main RAM 95 are read out in the determination process (step S51) when the power is turned on. Then, the main CPU 93 compares the checksum calculated from the read setting value with the checksum that has been backed up, and determines that the backup is normal if the comparison result matches.

  When the main CPU 93 determines that the backup is normal, the main CPU 93 sets the backed up setting value (step S52). Thereby, when the backup is normal, the setting value before the power-off is set.

  After the process of step S52 or when it is determined in step S51 that the backup is not normal, the main CPU 93 determines whether the setting change switch is on (step S53). When the main CPU 93 determines that the setting change switch is not turned on, the main CPU 93 determines whether the backup is normal (step S59).

  If it is determined in the process of step S59 that the backup is not normal, the main CPU 93 executes power-on error processing (step S61). In this process, the main CPU 93 displays that the backup is not normal by an error display or the like. Incidentally, the main CPU 93 is configured not to release the error state depending on the operation of the stop release switch or the reset switch in the error (backup error) state in which the backup is not normal, and the setting change is newly made. Only if this is the case, clear the error state.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in step S59 that the backup is normal, the main CPU 93 restores the state before power interruption based on the backup data stored in the main RAM 95 (step S60). After executing the processing of step S60, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S53 that the setting change switch is on, the main CPU 93 executes initialization processing at the time of setting change (step S54).

  In the initialization process at the time of the setting change, for example, the main CPU 93 clears data stored in the internal winning combination storing area or the display combination storing area of the main RAM 95 and clears the setting value.

  Next, the main CPU 93 generates initialization command data, and stores the generated initialization command data in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S55).

  Subsequently, the main CPU 93 executes setting value change processing (step S56). In the setting value changing process, the main CPU 93 selects the setting value from among the predetermined values 1 to 6 in accordance with the operation result of the reset switch, and the operation result of the start lever 23 subsequently operated is selected. Determine the set value based on it.

  Next, the main CPU 93 determines whether the setting change switch is in the on state, and repeats the processing until the determination result in which the setting change switch is not in the on state is obtained (step S57). If it is determined that the setting change switch is not in the ON state, this means that the operation of the setting change switch has been completed, and the main CPU 93 generates initialization command data and generates the generated initialization command. The data is stored in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S58). The initialization command data includes the presence or absence of setting value change, setting value information, and the like. After executing the processing of step S58, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

<Medal acceptance and start check processing>
The medal acceptance / start check process performed in step S13 of FIG. 37 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing medal acceptance / start check processing performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the main CPU 93 determines whether there is an automatic input request (step S81). In the case of winning the replay role in the previous unit game, medals are automatically inserted in the current unit game. That is, the determination process of step S81 is equivalent to determining whether or not a replay has been won in the previous unit game.

  If it is determined in step S81 that there is an automatic insertion request, the main CPU 93 executes automatic insertion processing for automatically inserting the same number of medals as the medals inserted in the previous unit game (step S82). Specifically, the main CPU 93 copies the automatic insertion counter to the insertion number counter and clears the automatic insertion counter.

  Next, the main CPU 93 generates medal insertion command data, and stores the generated medal insertion command data in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S83). The medal insertion command data includes information such as the number of medals inserted.

  When it is determined in step S81 that there is no request for automatic insertion, the main CPU 93 executes medal acceptance permission (step S84). Specifically, the main CPU 93 drives a solenoid of a selector (not shown) to urge passage of medals in the selector.

  Next, the main CPU 93 sets the maximum value of the number of inserted sheets in accordance with the gaming state (step S85). In this process, the main CPU 93 sets the maximum value of the number of inserted sheets to "3" when the current gaming state is not the MB gaming state, and the maximum value of the number inserted when the current gaming state is the MB gaming state. Set to “1”.

  Next, the main CPU 93 determines whether or not there is a medal acceptance permission (step S86). If it is determined that there is a medal acceptance permission, it means that it is possible to accept a medal, and the main CPU 93 executes a medal insertion check process for checking the number of inserted medals (step S87). ). In the medal insertion check process, the main CPU 93 updates the value of the insertion number counter according to the checked number of medals.

  Next, the main CPU 93 generates medal insertion command data, and stores the generated medal insertion command data in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S88). The medal insertion command data includes information such as the number of medals inserted.

  After executing the processing of step S83 or step S88, or if it is determined in step S86 that there is no medal acceptance permission, the main CPU 93 determines the number of inserted medals at which the game can be started (in the non-MB gaming state) It is determined whether or not three cards, one in the MB gaming state) (step S89).

  When it is determined in step S89 that the number of inserted medals is not the number that can start the game, the main CPU 93 returns the process to step S86.

  On the other hand, when determining that the number of inserted medals is the number that can start the game, the main CPU 93 determines whether the start switch 79 is on (step S90).

  When it is determined in step S90 that the start switch 79 is not on, the main CPU 93 returns the process to step S86. On the other hand, when determining that the start switch 79 is on, the main CPU 93 prohibits medal acceptance (step S91). Specifically, discharge of the medal inserted into the insertion slot from the medal payout opening 32 is promoted without driving the solenoid of the selector (not shown). After executing the processing of step S91, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

<Internal lottery process>
The internal lottery process performed in step S15 of FIG. 37 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing an internal lottery process performed in a pachislot main control circuit according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the main CPU 93 sets an internal lottery table according to the gaming state (step S111). In the present embodiment, in the non-MB gaming state, the main CPU 93 normally performs the processing shown in FIG. 16A regardless of whether the gaming state is any of the RT0 gaming state, the RT1 gaming state, and the RT2 gaming state. Set the internal lottery table for gaming state. In the MB gaming state, the main CPU 93 sets the MB internal lottery table shown in FIG.

  Next, the main CPU 93 obtains random number values stored in the random number value storage area (step S112).

  Next, the main CPU 93 acquires a lottery value corresponding to the winning number using the predetermined area of the internal lottery table set in step S111, and subtracts the lottery value from the random number (step S113). That is, the main CPU 93 checks the internal winning combination.

  Next, the main CPU 93 determines whether the subtraction result in the process of step S113 is smaller than 0 (step S114).

  When it is determined that the subtraction result is not smaller than 0, that is, when it is determined that so-called borrowing has not been performed, the main CPU 93 updates the random number value and the winning number (step S115).

  Next, the main CPU 93 determines whether all the winning numbers in the internal lottery table being used have been checked (step S116).

  When determining that all the winning numbers have not been checked, the main CPU 93 returns the process to step S113.

  On the other hand, when determining that all the winning numbers have been checked, the main CPU 93 sets 0 as the value of the data pointer (step S117). That is, the main CPU 93 determines that the display combination is lost as a result of the internal lottery.

  When it is determined in step S114 that the subtraction result is smaller than 0, that is, when it is determined that so-called borrowing has been performed, the main CPU 93 refers to the internal lottery table being used and the data pointer for small commercial player and replay. And the value of the bonus data pointer (step S118).

  Next, after executing the processing of step S117 or step S118 described above, the main CPU 93 refers to the internal winning combination determination table for small winning combination / replay shown in FIG. 17 and FIG. The internal winning combination is obtained based on the value of (step S119). In the process of step S119, the small winning combination / replay data pointer value determined in the above-described step S117 or step S118 is used to reference the small winning combination / replay internal winning combination determination table, This is processing of determining a 2-byte data value indicating an internal winning combination corresponding to the value of the replay data pointer.

  Next, the main CPU 93 stores the acquired internal winning combination in the corresponding internal winning combination storing area (see FIG. 27) (step S120). The process of step S120 is a process of storing a 2-byte data value indicating the internal winning combination determined in the process of step S119 in the internal winning combination storing area (storage area 1 to 20) shown in FIG.

  Next, the main CPU 93 determines whether the value of the carryover combination storage area (see FIG. 31B) is 0 or not (step S121). This process is a process of determining whether the data value stored in the carryover combination storage area shown in FIG. 31 (b) is zero. That is, the process of step S121 is a process of determining whether the MB is carried over.

  Next, when the main CPU 93 determines that the value of the carryover combination storage area is 0 in the process of step S121, it refers to the internal winning combination determination table for MB shown in FIG. Based on the internal winning combination is obtained (step S122). This process corresponds to the value of the bonus data pointer by referring to the MB internal winning combination determination table shown in FIG. 19 using the value of the bonus data pointer determined in the process of step S117 or step S118 described above. It is a process of determining a 2-byte data value indicating an internal winning combination.

  Next, the main CPU 93 stores the acquired internal winning combination in the carryover combination storage area (see FIG. 31B) (step S123). This processing is processing for setting the value of the bit corresponding to the acquired internal winning combination among bits 0 to 2 of the carryover combination storage area shown in FIG. 31B to "1".

  When the main CPU 93 determines that the value of the carryover combination storage area is not 0 in the process of step S121 described above, or after executing the process of step S123, the internal winning combination of prizes stored in the carryover combination storage area The internal winning combination storing area is updated based on (step S124). This processing is processing for updating the data value of the internal winning combination storing area shown in FIG. 27 based on the type of the internal winning combination stored in the carryover combination storing area shown in FIG. 31 (b).

  After executing the processing of step S124, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

<Lock production determination process>
The lock effect determination process performed in step S16 of FIG. 37 will be described using FIG. FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing lock effect determination processing performed in the pachislot main control circuit according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the main CPU 93 determines whether the current gaming state is the RT2 gaming state (step S151). The main CPU 93 can recognize the current gaming state by referring to the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A) of the main RAM 95.

  If it is determined that the current gaming state is not the RT2 gaming state, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine. On the other hand, when determining that the current gaming state is the RT2 gaming state, the main CPU 93 determines whether or not the MB is internally won in the current unit game (step S152). In this process, the main CPU 93 determines whether or not the value of the bonus data pointer acquired in step S118 of FIG. 40 is one. That is, the main CPU 93 determines whether the winning number determined as the internal winning combination is any one of 49, 52, and 53 (see FIG. 16A).

  If it is determined that the MB has not won internally in the unit game this time, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine. On the other hand, when it is determined that the MB has won internally in the unit game this time, the main CPU 93 randomly selects one of the turning drum effect number 1 and the turning drum effect number 2 (step S153).

  Next, the main CPU 93 stores the rotating drum effect number determined in step S153 in the main RAM 95 (step S154).

  Next, the main CPU 93 generates lock effect determination command data, and stores the generated lock effect determination command data in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S155). The lock effect determination command data stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 91 to the sub control circuit 101 in the command data transmission process (see FIG. 49). The lock effect determination command data includes information indicating the rotating drum effect number determined in step S153.

  If the rotating drum effect number determined in step S153 is the rotating drum effect number 1, the sub control circuit 101 sets the red 7 flag on (see step S942 in FIG. 66). As described in FIG. 36, when the red 7 flag is set to ON, the special additional zone (MB gaming state) activated after the special ART (between MB flags) ends is the first additional special zone (MB) It becomes the gaming state). That is, when the turning drum effect number 1 is determined, the first additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) operates, and when the rotating drum effect number 2 is determined, the second additional specialization zone ( MB gaming state will be activated.

  After executing the processing of step S155, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

<Reel stop initialization process>
The reel stop initial setting process performed in step S17 of FIG. 37 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 42 is a flowchart showing the reel stop initial setting process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the main CPU 93 refers to the rotation stop number selection table (see FIG. 22A), and based on the gaming state (between MB flags or non MB flags) and the winning number, the rotation stop number Is set (step S171).

  Next, the main CPU 93 refers to the reel stop initial setting table (refer to FIG. 22B) and acquires each information based on the number for rotating and stopping (step S172). For example, the main CPU 93 selects the drawing priority order table selection table number, the drawing priority order table number, the number of the stop table used at the time of the first to third stop operations, and information necessary to change the control in the control change process (ie, When the reels are stopped in a specific order, information used for reselecting the stop table is acquired when the reel is stopped (or pressed) at a specific position. Incidentally, information on the number of sliding pieces for the pressed position is directly or indirectly stored in the stop table, and using this information, the player is not disadvantaged, and a wrong prize is generated. To the extent it does not, it is configured to stop at the developer's intended stop position.

  Next, the main CPU 93 stores the rotating identifier in each storage area of the symbol code storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S173), stores 3 in the stop button non-operation counter (step S174), and ends this subroutine. Do.

<Reel rotation start processing>
The reel rotation start processing performed in step S20 of FIG. 37 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 43 is a flowchart showing a reel rotation start process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the main CPU 93 determines whether the reel lock activation flag is set to ON (step S191). The reel lock activation flag is set to ON (see step S450 in FIG. 48) triggered by the winning of the MB in the case where the main drum 95 stores the rotating drum effect number (see step S154 in FIG. 41). It is set to off in the next unit game (see step S194 in FIG. 43). Therefore, the fact that the reel lock activation flag is set on indicates that the unit game is the first game in the MB gaming state activated during the RT2 gaming state.

  If it is determined that the reel lock activation flag is not set to ON, the main CPU 93 executes normal acceleration processing (step S196). In this process, the main CPU 93 requests start of rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. When the start of rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is requested, the driving of the stepping motor is controlled by the interrupt process (see FIG. 49) executed in a fixed cycle (1.1172 msec), and each reel 3L, 3C, 3R rotation is started. Then, each reel 3L, 3C, 3R is accelerated until its rotation reaches a constant speed, and thereafter, is controlled so as to maintain the constant speed.

  On the other hand, when determining that the reel lock activation flag is set to ON, the main CPU 93 executes the processing of step S192 to step S195 before executing the normal acceleration processing of step S196. That is, the normal rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is not started (the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are locked) until the processes of step S192 to step S195 are completed.

  Specifically, when it is determined in step S191 that the reel lock activation flag is set to on, the main CPU 93 generates lock command data, and stores the generated lock command data in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95. (Step S192). Lock command data stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 91 to the sub control circuit 101 in the command data transmission process (see FIG. 49). As a result, the sub control circuit 101 can recognize that the locking of the reel has been started, and can determine the timing and the like for executing various effects.

  Next, the main CPU 93 operates a reel action based on the rotating drum effect number (see step S154 in FIG. 41) stored in the main RAM 95 (step S193). In this process, the main CPU 93 operates the red 7 reel action when the rotating drum effect number stored in the main RAM 95 is the rotating drum effect number 1. That is, the main CPU 93 reversely rotates the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, and then causes the “red 7” symbol to be stopped and displayed on each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. Further, when the rotating drum effect number stored in the main RAM 95 is the rotating drum effect number 2, the main CPU 93 operates the green 7 reel action. That is, after the main CPU 93 reversely rotates the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, the main CPU 93 causes the "green 7" symbol to be stopped and displayed on each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R.

  As described in FIG. 41, when the turning drum effect number 1 is determined, the first additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) is activated after the special ART (between MB flags) is finished. When the red 7 'symbol is stopped and displayed, it is notified to the player that the first additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) is activated. In addition, when the turning drum effect number 2 is determined, the second additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) is activated after the special ART (between MB flags) is finished, so the "green 7" symbol is stopped. If it is displayed, the player is notified that the second additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) is activated.

  Next, the main CPU 93 sets the reel lock activation flag to off (step S194). Then, the main CPU 93 clears the rotating drum effect number stored in the main RAM 95 (step S195).

  Thereafter, the main CPU 93 executes the above-described normal-time acceleration process (step S196), and ends the present subroutine.

<Import priority table selection process>
The pull-in priority storage process performed in step S22 of FIG. 37 will be described in more detail with reference to FIG. In the drawing priority order storage process, a drawing priority order table selection process shown in FIG. 44 is performed. FIG. 44 is a flowchart showing a drawing priority order table selection process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the main CPU 93 determines whether the pull-in priority order table selection table number (see FIG. 22B) is set (step S231). If it is determined that the drawing priority order table selection table number is not set, the main CPU 93 sets the stored drawing priority order table number (step S232). Thereafter, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, when determining that the drawing priority order table selection table number is set, the main CPU 93 sets the drawing priority order table selection table (see FIGS. 23 to 25) according to the drawing priority order table selection table number. (Step S233). Then, the main CPU 93 refers to the depression order storage area (refer to FIG. 30B) and the operation stop button storage area (refer to FIG. 30A), and the corresponding drawing priority order table numbers from the drawing priority order table selection table Is set (step S234). Thereafter, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

<Reel stop control processing>
The reel stop control process performed in step S23 of FIG. 37 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 45 is a flowchart showing the reel stop control process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the main CPU 93 determines whether a valid stop button has been pressed (step S281). This process is a process of determining whether a signal is output from the stop switch provided on the stop switch substrate 80. When the main CPU 93 determines that the valid stop button has not been pressed, it repeats the process of step S281.

  When it is determined in step S281 that the valid stop buttons 19L, 19C, and 19R have been pressed, the main CPU 93 performs the operation shown in FIG. 30A according to the stop buttons 19L, 19C, and 19R being pressed. The stop button storage area and the pressing order storage area shown in FIG. 30B are updated (step S282). The main CPU 93 stores the types of operation stop buttons corresponding to the first stop operation, the second stop operation, and the third stop operation in the pressing order storage area shown in FIG. By referring to this, the pressing order of the stop buttons 19L, 19C, 19R can be determined.

  Next, the main CPU 93 subtracts 1 from the stop button non-operation counter (step S283), determines a search target reel from the operation stop button (step S284), and stores the stop start position based on the symbol counter (step S285). ). The stop start position is a symbol position corresponding to the symbol counter of the corresponding reel when the stop operation is detected by the stop switch.

  Next, the main CPU 93 performs sliding symbol number determination processing (step S286). In this process, the main CPU 93 acquires the stop table from the stop table selection data group, and acquires the number of sliding symbols specified at the stop start position.

  Next, the main CPU 93 performs sliding symbol number correction processing (step S287). In this process, the main CPU 93 determines whether or not the drawing priority data of the symbol corresponding to the number of sliding pieces acquired in step S286 is the highest within the range of the maximum number of sliding pieces (0 to 4 pieces), If there is higher retraction priority data, the number of sliding symbols is corrected so that the symbol stops at that position. That is, the main CPU 93 determines the number of sliding symbols for which the combination of symbols relating to the internal winning combination to be performed with higher priority is to be displayed among the plurality of types of sliding symbols.

  Next, the main CPU 93 generates reel stop command data, and stores the generated reel stop command data in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S288). The reel stop command data includes information on the operation stop button and the like. The reel stop command data stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 91 to the sub control circuit 101 in the command data transmission process (see FIG. 49). Thereby, in the sub control circuit 101, an effect can be performed according to the stop operation.

  Next, the main CPU 93 determines the planned stop position of the search target reel based on the stop start position stored in step S285 and the sliding symbol number determination data determined in step S286 and stores it (step S289). The planned stop position is a symbol position obtained by adding any one of predetermined numerical values “0” to “4” defined as the number of sliding symbols to the stop start position, and the symbol position at which the rotation of the reel is stopped. It is.

  Next, the main CPU 93 performs control change processing if necessary in accordance with the search symbol position (step S290). In this process, the main CPU 93 reselects the stop table etc. to be used from the stop table selection data group when it is a specific stop position.

  Next, the main CPU 93 determines whether the stop button non-operation counter is 0 or not (step S291).

  If it is determined that the stop button non-operation counter is not 0, the main CPU 93 executes a drawing priority storage process (step S292), and returns the process to step S281. The pull-in priority order storage process of step S 292 is the same process as the pull-up priority order storage process of step S 22 of FIG. 37, and thus the description thereof is omitted here.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the stop button non-operation counter is 0, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

<RT control processing>
The RT control process performed in step S27 of FIG. 37 will be described using FIG. FIG. 46 is a flow chart showing an RT control process performed in the pachislot main control circuit according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the main CPU 93 determines whether the current gaming state is the MB gaming state (step S351). The main CPU 93 can recognize the current gaming state by referring to the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A) of the main RAM 95. If it is determined that the current gaming state is the MB gaming state, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, when determining that the current gaming state is not the MB gaming state, the main CPU 93 determines whether the current gaming state is between the MB flags (step S352). In this process, the main CPU 93 determines that the current gaming state is between MB flags when “1” is stored in the carryover combination storage area (see FIG. 31B), and the carryover combination storage area ( When “1” is not stored in FIG. 31 (b)), it is determined that the current gaming state is not between MB flags. If it is determined that the current gaming state is in the MB flag, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, when determining that the current gaming state is not between MB flags, the main CPU 93 determines whether or not any of the CU lips 1 to 3 has won (step S353). In this processing, the main CPU 93 determines whether or not the symbol combination displayed along the winning determination line is a symbol combination (see FIG. 14) corresponding to any of the CU lips 1 to 3.

  When it is determined that any of the CU lips 1 to 3 has won, the main CPU 93 updates the gaming state to the RT0 gaming state (step S354). In this process, the main CPU 93 sets bit 0 of the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A) to "1", and sets bits 1 and 2 of the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A). Set to 0 ". After executing the processing of step S354, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S353 that none of the CU lips 1 to 3 has won, the main CPU 93 determines whether any one of the left spills 1 to 6 has won (step S355). In this process, the main CPU 93 determines whether the symbol combination displayed along the winning determination line is a symbol combination (see FIG. 14) corresponding to any one of the left spills 1 to 6.

  When it is determined that one of the left spills 1 to 6 has won, the main CPU 93 updates the gaming state to the RT1 gaming state (step S356). In this process, the main CPU 93 sets bit 1 of the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A) to "1", and sets bits 0 and 2 of the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A). Set to 0 ". After executing the processing of step S356, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S355 that none of the left spilled eyes 1 to 6 has won, the main CPU 93 determines whether any one of the raising lips 1 to 9 has won (step S357). In this process, the main CPU 93 determines whether the symbol combination displayed along the winning determination line is a symbol combination (see FIG. 14) corresponding to any one of the raising lips 1-9.

  When it is determined that one of the raising lips 1 to 9 has won, the main CPU 93 updates the gaming state to the RT2 gaming state (step S358). In this process, the main CPU 93 sets bit 2 of the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31 (a)) to "1" and sets bits 0 and 1 of the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31 (a)). Set to 0 ". If it is determined in step S357 that none of the raising lips 1 to 9 has won a prize, or after the processing of step S358 is executed, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

<Bonus end check processing>
The bonus end check process performed in step S28 of FIG. 37 will be described using FIG. FIG. 47 is a flowchart showing a bonus end check process performed in the main control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the main CPU 93 determines whether the current gaming state is the MB gaming state (step S421). The main CPU 93 can recognize the current gaming state by referring to the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A) of the main RAM 95. If it is determined that the current gaming state is not the MB gaming state, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, when determining that the current gaming state is the MB gaming state, the main CPU 93 performs CB termination processing (step S422). In the MB gaming state, the CB gaming state ends every time one unit game is played. Then, by repeating the CB termination process and the CB actuation process (see step S445 in FIG. 48), in the MB gaming state, the termination and actuation of the CB gaming state are repeated until the MB gaming state is terminated.

  Next, the main CPU 93 updates the value of the bonus end number counter (see step S447 in FIG. 48) (step S423). In this process, the main CPU 93 updates the value of the bonus end number counter by subtracting the number of medals paid out in the MB gaming state from the predetermined number of payouts.

  Next, the main CPU 93 determines whether the value of the bonus end number counter is smaller than 0 (step S424). If it is determined that the value of the bonus end number counter is not smaller than 0, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, when determining that the value of the bonus end number counter is smaller than 0, the main CPU 93 performs an MB end process (step S425). In this process, the main CPU 93 updates bit 3 of the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A) to “0”.

  Next, the main CPU 93 generates bonus end command data, and stores the generated bonus end command data in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S426). The bonus end command data stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 91 to the sub control circuit 101 in the command data transmission process (see FIG. 49). As a result, the sub control circuit 101 can recognize that the MB gaming state has ended.

  After executing the processing of step S426, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

<Bonus operation check process>
The bonus operation check process performed in step S29 of FIG. 37 will be described using FIG. FIG. 48 is a flow chart showing a bonus operation check process carried out in the main control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the main CPU 93 determines whether the current gaming state is the MB gaming state (step S441). The main CPU 93 can recognize the current gaming state by referring to the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A) of the main RAM 95.

  If it is determined that the current gaming state is the MB gaming state, the main CPU 93 performs CB operation processing (step S442). By repeating the CB actuation process and the CB termination process (see step S422 in FIG. 47), in the MB gaming state, the actuation and termination of the CB gaming state are repeated until the MB gaming state is terminated. After executing the processing of step S442, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S441 that the current gaming state is not the MB gaming state, the main CPU 93 determines whether any of the MBs 1 to 3 has won (step S443). In this process, the main CPU 93 determines whether the symbol combination displayed along the winning determination line is a symbol combination (see FIG. 14) corresponding to any one of MB1 to MB3.

  When it is determined that one of MBs 1 to 3 has won, the main CPU 93 performs an MB activation process (step S444). In this process, the main CPU 93 updates the bit 3 of the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A) to "1". Then, the main CPU 93 performs CB operation processing (step S445).

  Next, the main CPU 93 clears the value of the carryover combination storage area (see FIG. 31B) (step S446). Then, the main CPU 93 sets "7" to the bonus end number counter (step S447). Each time the medal is paid out in the MB gaming state, the value of the bonus ending number counter is subtracted, and when the value of the bonus ending number counter becomes smaller than 0, the MB gaming state is ended (see FIG. 47). See step S423 to step S425). In the present embodiment, since the number of medals paid out in one unit game in the MB gaming state is one, the MB gaming state is ended by performing eight unit games.

  Next, the main CPU 93 generates bonus start command data, and stores the generated bonus start command data in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95 (step S448). The bonus start command data stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 91 to the sub control circuit 101 in the command data transmission process (see FIG. 49). As a result, the sub control circuit 101 can recognize that the MB gaming state has started.

  Next, the main CPU 93 determines whether or not the rotary drum effect number (see step S153 in FIG. 41) is stored in the main RAM 95 (step S449). If it is determined that the spinning drum effect number is not stored in the main RAM 95, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, when determining that the spinning drum effect number is stored in the main RAM 95, the main CPU 93 sets a reel lock activation flag to on (step S450). As a result, the red 7 reel action or the green 7 reel action is performed (see step S193 in FIG. 43), and the first additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) and the second additional specializing zone (MB gaming state) The player is notified as to which of the additional specialization zones (MB gaming state) is activated. After executing the processing of step S450, the main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S443 that none of MB1 to MB3 has won a prize, the main CPU 93 plays the replay role (middle row 1, lower row 1 to 2, CU lips 1 to 3, CD lips 1 to 4, upper row) It is determined whether or not the 1-12, 7 control lips 1-18, the raised lips 1-9, the chance lips 1-15, or the BAR control lips 1-7) have won (step S451). In this process, the main CPU 93 causes the symbol combination displayed along the winning determination line to be a replay combination (middle row 1, lower row 1 to 2, CU lip 1 to 3, CD lip 1 to 4, upper row 1 to 12). , 7 control lip 1 to 18, raising lip 1 to 9, chance lip 1 to 15, or BAR control lip 1 to 7) to judge whether or not it is any of the symbol combinations (see FIG. 14) .

  Replay role (middle lip 1, lower lip 1-2, CU lip 1-3, CD lip 1-4, upper lip 1-12, 7 control lip 1-18, raised lip 1-9, chance lip 1-15, Alternatively, when determining that the BAR control messages 1 to 7) have won, the main CPU 93 makes an automatic insertion request (step S452). In this process, the main CPU 93 copies the value of the insertion number counter to the automatic insertion counter.

  In step S 451, the replay role (middle lip 1, lower lip 1 to 2, CU lip 1 to 3, CD lip 1 to 4, upper lip 1 to 12, 7 control lip 1 to 18, raised lip 1 to 9, chance lip 1 The main CPU 93 ends the present subroutine if it is determined that the .about.15 and the BAR control messages 1 to 7) do not win, or after the process of step S452 is executed.

<Interrupt process>
FIG. 49 is a flowchart showing an interrupt process performed in the pachislot main control circuit according to an embodiment of the present invention. This process is performed every 1.1172 milliseconds.

  First, the main CPU 93 saves a register (step S461). Subsequently, the main CPU 93 performs input port check processing (step S462). In this process, the main CPU 93 confirms the presence or absence of a signal to be transmitted to the microcomputer 92. For example, the main CPU 93 stores the on edge and off edge of the start switch 79 and the stop switch for each interrupt process. Further, the main CPU 93 stores input state command data including on-edge and off-edge information of various switches in the communication data storage area of the main RAM 95. The stored input state command data is transmitted to the sub control circuit 101 in the command data transmission process of the interrupt process described later. As a result, various effects can be performed using operation means such as the start lever 23 and the stop buttons 19L, 19C, and 19R.

  Subsequently, the main CPU 93 performs timer update processing (step S463). Next, the main CPU 93 performs command data transmission processing (step S464). In this process, the main CPU 93 transmits command data stored in the communication data storage area to the sub control circuit 101.

  Subsequently, the main CPU 93 performs processing of controlling the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R (step S465). More specifically, the main CPU 93 starts to rotate the reels 3L, 3C, 3R in response to a request to start the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, that is, the reels at a constant speed. Control is performed so that 3L, 3C and 3R rotate. Further, in response to the stop operation, control is performed so that the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R corresponding to the stop operation is stopped.

  Subsequently, the main CPU 93 performs a lamp 7SEG driving process (step S466). For example, the main CPU 93 displays the number of medals credited, the number of payouts, and the like on various display units. Subsequently, the main CPU 93 restores the register (step S 467), and ends the processing of the regularly occurring interrupt.

[Sub control process]
The sub CPU 102 of the sub control circuit 101 executes various processes in accordance with the flowcharts shown in FIGS.

<Process at power on>
FIG. 50 is a flowchart showing a sub control process performed at power on in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 executes an initialization process (step S601). In this process, the sub CPU 102 performs error check on the sub RAM 103 or the like and initializes the task system. The task system includes a lamp control task which is a task group of timer interrupt synchronization, a sound control task, and a mother task which is a task group of VSYNC (Vertical Synchronization) interrupt synchronization.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 activates a lamp control task (see FIG. 51) (step S602). The lamp control task waits for the sub CPU 102 to receive a timer interrupt event message transmitted to the sub CPU 102 every two milliseconds, and in response to receiving this timer interrupt event message, It is a process of executing a process of controlling the lighting state.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 activates a sound control task (see FIG. 52) (step S603). The sound control task is a process in which the sub CPU 102 executes a process of controlling the sound output state from the speakers such as the speakers 58, 64, 65L, and 65R.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 activates the mother task (see FIG. 53) (step S604) and terminates the process. The mother task is a task group of VSYNC (vertical synchronization signal) interrupt synchronization, and a vertical synchronization signal (VSYNC interrupt signal) sent from the liquid crystal display device 11 when an image of one frame is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11 Use

<Ramp control task>
The lamp control task activated in step S602 in FIG. 50 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 51 is a flow chart showing a lamp control task performed in the sub control circuit of the pachi-slot according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 executes timer interrupt initialization processing (step S621). Next, the sub CPU 102 executes lamp related data initialization processing (step S 622).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 executes timer interrupt waiting (step S623). In this process, the sub CPU 102 executes a task group different from timer interrupt synchronization until the sub CPU 102 receives a timer interrupt event message every two milliseconds. As a task group different from timer interrupt synchronization, for example, there is a main board communication task which is a task group of command reception interrupt synchronization. In addition, there are a task group (not shown) of power interruption synchronization and a task group (not shown) of door monitoring unit communication synchronization.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 executes a sound control task (see FIG. 52) (step S624). In this process, the task in the next priority of the task group of timer interrupt synchronization which is the same group as the lamp control task is executed. In the present embodiment, the priority of the task group of timer interrupt synchronization is basically in the order of the lamp control task and the sound control task. Thus, in step S624, the sound control task at the next priority of the lamp control task is performed. In step S624, of the sound control tasks shown in FIG. 52, the processes of steps S643 and S644 are performed.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 executes lamp data analysis processing (step S625), executes lamp effect execution processing (lamp lighting control processing) (step S626), and returns the processing to step S623.

<Sound control task>
The sound control task activated in step S603 in FIG. 50 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 52 is a flow chart showing a sound control task performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 executes initialization processing of sound related data related to the sound output state from the speakers such as the speakers 58, 64, 65L, 65R (step S641).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 executes a task in the next priority of the task group of timer interrupt synchronization which is the same group as the sound control task, that is, the lamp control task (step S642).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 executes analysis processing of sound data (step S643), performs sound effect execution processing (step S644), and returns the processing to step S642.

<Mother task>
The mother task activated in step S604 in FIG. 50 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 53 is a flowchart showing a mother task performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to one embodiment of the present invention.

  In the mother task, the sub CPU 102 activates the main task (step S661), activates the main board communication task (step S662), activates the animation task (step S663), and terminates the process.

<Main task>
The main task activated in step S661 of FIG. 53 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 54 is a flow chart showing the main task performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  In the main task, the sub CPU 102 executes VSYNC interrupt initialization processing (step S 681), and executes VSYNC interrupt waiting (step S 682).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 executes a drawing process (step S683), and returns the process to step S682.

<Main board communication task>
The main board communication task activated in step S662 of FIG. 53 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 55 is a flowchart showing a main board communication task performed in a sub control circuit of a pachislot machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 executes initialization of the communication message queue (step S701), and executes a check of the received command (step S702).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 determines whether a command different from the previous one has been received (step S703). Here, if it is determined that a command different from the previous one has not been received, the sub CPU 102 returns the process to step S702.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that a command different from the previous one is received, it is determined that the received command is a legitimate command, game information is created from the received command, and the created game information is stored in the sub RAM 103 (Step S704). Next, the sub CPU 102 executes command analysis processing (see FIG. 56) (step S705), and returns the processing to step S702.

<Command analysis process>
The command analysis processing performed in step S 705 of FIG. 55 will be described using FIG. FIG. 56 is a flowchart showing command analysis processing performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  In the command analysis process, the sub CPU 102 executes an effect content determination process (see FIG. 58) (step S711), executes a lamp data determination process (step S712), and executes a sound data determination process (step S713). The determined data is registered (step S714), and the present subroutine ends.

<Animation task>
The animation task activated in step S663 of FIG. 53 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 57 is a flow chart showing an animation task performed in a sub control circuit of a pachislot machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 checks the change with the previous game information (step S731). Specifically, the sub CPU 102 is different from the gaming information stored in the sub RAM 103 from the gaming information stored in the sub RAM 103 at the time of the previous animation task (see step S704 in FIG. 55). Check if it is.

  Subsequently, the sub CPU 102 executes object control processing (step S732). Specifically, when the check result in which the game information is changing is obtained in step S731, the sub CPU 102 controls the image according to the change in the game information.

  Subsequently, the sub CPU 102 executes animation task management processing (step S733). Specifically, the sub CPU 102 manages the order and the like of images displayed in various effects. After executing the animation task management process, the sub CPU 102 returns the process to step S731.

<Determination content determination processing>
The effect content determination processing performed in step S711 of FIG. 56 will be described using FIG. FIG. 58 is a flowchart showing an effect content determination process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not initialization command data (see steps S55 and S58 in FIG. 38) has been received (step S751).

  If it is determined in step S751 that initialization command data has been received, the sub CPU 102 executes initialization command reception processing (step S752), and ends this subroutine. In the initialization command reception process, for example, the sub CPU 102 is transmitted from the main control circuit 91 when the power is turned on when the setting change switch provided in the cabinet 2 a of the pachislot 1 is on. Request to execute the hall menu task according to the initialization command data. Thereby, the hall menu is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11. Further, effect data is set based on the information transmitted as initialization command data (presence or absence of setting value change, setting value information, etc.).

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S751 that the initialization command data has not been received, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not medal entry command data (see steps S83 and S88 in FIG. 39) has been received ( Step S753).

  If it is determined in step S753 that the medal insertion command data has been received, the sub CPU 102 executes a medal insertion command reception process (step S754), and ends the present subroutine. In the medal insertion command reception process, for example, effect data is set based on information transmitted as medal insertion command data (information indicating presence or absence of a medal insertion, a value of an insertion number counter, a credit counter, and the like).

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S753 that the medal insertion command data has not been received, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not start command data (see step S18 in FIG. 37) has been received (step S755).

  If it is determined in step S755 that start command data has been received, the sub CPU 102 executes start command reception processing (see FIG. 59) (step S756), and ends this subroutine. In the start command reception process, for example, effect data is set based on information transmitted as start command data (information indicating the type of gaming state flag, the type of internal winning combination (winning number), and the like).

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S755 that start command data has not been received, sub CPU 102 determines whether or not lock effect determination command data (see step S155 in FIG. 41) has been received (step S757). .

  If it is determined in step S757 that lock effect determination command data has been received, the sub CPU 102 executes lock effect determination command reception processing (step S758), and ends this subroutine. The processing upon lock effect determination command reception will be described later with reference to FIG.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S757 that the lock effect determination command data has not been received, sub CPU 102 determines whether or not reel rotation start command data (see step S21 in FIG. 37) has been received (step S759).

  If it is determined in step S759 that the reel rotation start command data has been received, the sub CPU 102 executes processing upon reel rotation start command reception (step S760), and ends this subroutine. In the reel rotation start command reception process, for example, effect data is set based on information (such as information indicating that reel rotation has been started) transmitted as reel rotation start command data.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S759 that the reel rotation start command data has not been received, sub CPU 102 determines whether or not lock command data (see step S192 in FIG. 43) has been received (step S761). .

  If it is determined in step S761 that lock command data has been received, the sub CPU 102 executes lock command reception processing (step S762), and ends this subroutine. In the lock command reception process, for example, effect data is set based on information transmitted as lock command data (such as information indicating that a reel has been locked).

  On the other hand, when it is determined in step S761 that the lock command data has not been received, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the reel stop command data (see step S288 in FIG. 45) has been received (step S763).

  If it is determined in step S763 that the reel stop command data has been received, the sub CPU 102 executes a reel stop command reception process (step S764), and ends the present subroutine. In the reel stop command reception process, for example, effect data is set based on information transmitted as reel stop command data (information indicating type of stop reel, stop start position, number of sliding symbols (or expected stop position), etc.) Be done. The reel stop command reception process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  If it is determined in step S763 that the reel stop command data has not been received, sub CPU 102 determines whether display command data (see step S26 in FIG. 37) has been received (step S765).

  If it is determined in step S765 that display command data has been received, the sub CPU 102 executes display command reception processing (see FIG. 67) (step S766), and ends this subroutine. In the display command reception process, for example, effect data based on information (information indicating a display combination etc.) transmitted as display command data is set.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S765 that display command data has not been received, sub CPU 102 determines whether or not bonus start command data (see step S448 in FIG. 48) has been received (step S767).

  If it is determined in step S767 that the bonus start command data has been received, the sub CPU 102 executes bonus start command reception processing (step S768), and ends this subroutine. In the bonus start command reception process, for example, effect data is set based on information (such as information indicating that the MB gaming state has started) transmitted as bonus start command data.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S767 that the bonus start command data has not been received, sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the bonus end command data (see step S426 in FIG. 47) has been received (step S769). .

  If it is determined in step S769 that the bonus end command data has been received, the sub CPU 102 executes bonus end command reception processing (step S770), and ends this subroutine. In the bonus end command reception process, for example, effect data is set based on information transmitted as bonus end command data (such as information indicating that the MB gaming state has ended).

  On the other hand, when it is determined in step S769 that the bonus end command data has not been received, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<Process when receiving start command>
The start command reception process performed in step S756 of FIG. 58 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 59 is a flowchart showing a start command reception process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the ART preparing flag is set to ON (step S801). The ART in-provision flag is a flag indicating that ART preparation is in progress, and is set when an ART lottery is won (see step S845 in FIG. 61 and step S986 in FIG. 68).

  If it is determined that the ART preparing flag is set on, the sub CPU 102 executes an ART preparing process (step S802). The ART preparation process will be described later with reference to FIG. After executing the processing of step S802, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, when determining that the ART in-provision flag is not set on, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the current gaming state is the MB gaming state (step S 803). The start command data received in step S755 in FIG. 58 includes the information indicating the gaming state flag stored in the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A) of the main RAM 95, so the start command data is received By doing this, the sub CPU 102 can recognize the current gaming state.

  If it is determined that the current gaming state is the MB gaming state, the sub CPU 102 executes MB in-progress processing (step S804). The process during MB will be described later with reference to FIG. After executing the processing of step S804, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, when determining that the current gaming state is not the MB gaming state, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the ART in-progress flag is set to ON (step S805). The ART in progress flag is a flag indicating that the ART is in progress, and is set when any of the raised lips 1 to 9 is won during ART preparation (see step S 964 in FIG. 67).

  If it is determined that the in-ART flag is set to on, the sub CPU 102 executes an in-ART process (step S806). The processing during ART will be described later with reference to FIG. After executing the processing of step S806, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the in-ART flag is not set on, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the precursor effect flag is set on (step S 807). The precursor effect flag is a flag indicating that it is a period in which effects (main precursor effect and presence-on-presence effect) are suggested to shift to ART (see step S 828 in FIG. 60).

  If it is determined that the precursor effect flag is set to on, the sub CPU 102 executes a precursor effect process (step S808). The precursor effect processing will be described later with reference to FIG. After executing the processing of step S808, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the precursor effect flag is not set on, the sub CPU 102 executes the normal processing (step S809). The normal process will be described later with reference to FIG. After executing the processing of step S809, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<Normal processing>
The normal process performed in step S809 of FIG. 59 will be described using FIG. FIG. 60 is a flowchart showing a normal process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, based on the information indicating the type (winning number) of the internal winning combination included in the start command data (see step S 755 in FIG. 58), the sub CPU 102 has any of winning numbers 12, 47, 48, and 51. It is judged whether or not it is (step S821).

  If it is determined that the winning number is 12, 47, 48, or 51, the sub CPU 102 executes ART lottery (step S822). In this processing, the sub CPU 102 determines winning or non-winning by performing lottery based on random number values. If the ART lottery is won, the normal gaming state is shifted to ART through the admonition effect (see step S842 in FIG. 61). The route for shifting from the normal gaming state to the ART in this manner is the first route described with reference to FIG.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the ART lottery performed in step S822 is won (step S823).

  If it is determined that the ART lottery performed in step S 822 is not won, the sub CPU 102 executes a precursor effect shift lottery (step S 824). That is, the sub CPU 102 randomly determines whether or not to shift to the gasse accompaniment effect.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not it is determined to shift to the anticipation effect (step S825).

  If it is determined that it is decided to shift to the anticipation effect, the sub CPU 102 sets the effect data according to the anticipation effect (step S826). In this process, the sub CPU 102 determines, among the effect data stored in the rom cartridge substrate 86, the effect data corresponding to the gasse accompaniment effect as data to be used for the current effect.

  If it is determined in step S823 that the ART lottery has been won, the sub CPU 102 sets effect data according to the main effect (step S827). In this process, the sub CPU 102 determines, among the effect data stored in the ROM cartridge substrate 86, the effect data corresponding to the present effect as data to be used for the current effect.

  After executing the processing of step S826 or step S827, the sub CPU 102 sets the precursor effect flag on (step S828). As a result, from the next unit game, a real omen effect or a stern ambition effect will be executed (see step S842 in FIG. 61).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 sets “7” in the indication effect game number counter (step S829). The value of the indication effect game number counter indicates the number of remaining unit games for which the indication effect is executed, and is stored in the sub RAM 103. After executing the processing of step S829, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S821 that the winning number is not any of 12, 47, 48, and 51, or if it is determined in step S825 that it is not determined to shift to the accompaniment effect, the sub CPU 102 executes the start command Based on the information indicating the type (winning number) of the internal winning combination included in the data (see step S 755 in FIG. 58), it is determined whether the winning number is any of 49, 52, and 53 ( Step S830). That is, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the MB has been internally won.

  If it is determined that the winning number is not any of 49, 52, and 53, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the winning number is any of 49, 52, and 53, the sub CPU 102 executes ART lottery (step S831). In this processing, the sub CPU 102 determines winning or non-winning by performing lottery based on random number values. When the ART lottery is won, the normal gaming state is shifted to ART through the challenge effect during MB (see step S984 in FIG. 68). The route for transitioning from the normal gaming state to the ART in this manner is the second route described using FIG.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the ART lottery performed in step S831 is won (step S832).

  If it is determined that the ART lottery performed in step S831 is won, the sub CPU 102 sets effect data according to the challenge effect in the main MB (step S833). In this process, the sub CPU 102 determines, among the effect data stored in the ROM cartridge substrate 86, the effect data corresponding to the challenge effect in the main MB as data to be used for the current effect.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the ART lottery performed in step S831 is not won, the sub CPU 102 sets effect data according to the challenge effect in the set MB (step S834). In this process, the sub CPU 102 determines, among the effect data stored in the ROM cartridge substrate 86, the effect data corresponding to the challenge effect in the cassette MB as data to be used for the current effect.

  In this manner, in step S833 or step S834, effect data corresponding to the challenge effect in the main MB or the challenge effect in the rough MB is set, but unlike the admonition effect, the challenge effect in the MB is still in the next unit game I can not do it. During the MB, the challenge effect is executed only after the MB has won (see step S 983 and step S 984 in FIG. 68).

  After executing the processing of step S833 or step S834, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<Precursor effect processing>
The precursor effect processing performed in step S808 in FIG. 59 will be described using FIG. FIG. 61 is a flowchart showing precursor effect processing performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 subtracts one from the value of the indication effect game number counter (see step S 829 in FIG. 60) (step S 841). In this process, the sub CPU 102 stores a value obtained by subtracting 1 from the value of the counter effect game number counter stored in the sub RAM 103 in the sub RAM 103 as a new value of the counter effect game number counter.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 executes the main indication effect or the false leading effect effect based on the effect data set in step S826 or step S827 in FIG. 60 (step S842).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the value of the indication effect game number counter is 0 (step S843). If it is determined that the value of the indication effect game number counter is not 0, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the precursor effect game number counter is 0, the sub CPU 102 determines whether it has won the ART lottery performed in step S822 of FIG. 60 (step S844).

  If it is determined that the ART lottery performed in step S822 in FIG. 60 is won, the sub CPU 102 sets an ART in-provision flag on (step S845). As a result, the pushing order for winning the raising lips 1 to 9 is informed (see step S 862 in FIG. 62), and the raising lips 1 to 9 win, whereby the state shifts to ART (step 67 in FIG. 67). See S964).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 sets "50" to the ART game number counter (step S846). The value of the ART game number counter indicates the remaining number of unit games to be executed in ART (AT gaming state in which the pushing order for winning the internal winning combination is notified, and RT2 gaming state), and is stored in the sub RAM 103 It is done.

  If it is determined in step S844 that the ART lottery has not been won, or after the process of step S846, the sub CPU 102 clears the precursor effect game number counter (step S847). Then, the sub CPU 102 sets the precursor effect flag off (step S848). Thereafter, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<Process in preparation for ART>
The ART in-provision processing performed in step S802 in FIG. 59 will be described using FIG. FIG. 62 is a flowchart showing ART in-progress processing performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the current gaming state is the RT1 gaming state (step S861). The start command data received in step S755 in FIG. 58 includes the information indicating the gaming state flag stored in the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A) of the main RAM 95, so the start command data is received By doing this, the sub CPU 102 can recognize the current gaming state. If it is determined that the current gaming state is not the RT1 gaming state, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the current gaming state is the RT1 gaming state, the sub CPU 102 executes push order navigation effect for winning the raising lips 1 to 9 when the raising lips 1 to 9 are internally won. (Step S862).

  The push order navigation effect is an effect of causing the liquid crystal display device 11 to display a push order navigation image. The push order navigation image is an image for notifying of the push order (the pressing order of the left stop button 19L, the middle stop button 19C, and the right stop button 19R) for winning the internal winning combination determined by the internal lottery. The ROM cartridge substrate 86 stores a plurality of push order navigation image data. Each push order navigation image data corresponds to an image for informing the push order for winning one internal winning combination.

  In the process of step S 862, if the winning number is any one of 5 to 8, the sub CPU 102 wins up the flips 1 to 9 from among the plurality of push order navigation image data stored in the ROM cartridge substrate 86. The push order navi image data corresponding to the push order for causing the push is determined as the data used for the present effect. As a result, for example, when the winning number is 5, an image that suggests that the stop operation is performed in the order of "middle" → "left" → "right" (see FIG. 20) is liquid crystal as a push order navigation image. It will be displayed on the display device 11.

  The player can win the raising lips 1 to 9 by performing the stop operation in the order of “middle” → “left” → “right” according to the navigation. Thereby, the player can shift to ART (see step S 964 in FIG. 67). After executing the processing of step S 862, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<Processing during ART>
The during-ART process performed in step S806 in FIG. 59 will be described using FIG. FIG. 63 is a flow chart showing ART in-process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the special ART in progress flag is set to ON (step S881). The special ART in progress flag is a flag indicating that the special ART is in progress, and is set in response to the internal winning of MB during ART (refer to step S906 and step S909 in FIG. 64).

  If it is determined that the special ART in progress flag is set to ON, the sub CPU 102 executes a special ART in progress process (step S 882). Processing during special ART will be described later with reference to FIG. After executing the processing of step S 882, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the special ART in progress flag is not set on, the sub CPU 102 subtracts one from the value of the ART game number counter (see step S846 in FIG. 61) (step S883). In this process, the sub CPU 102 stores a value obtained by subtracting 1 from the value of the ART game number counter stored in the sub RAM 103 in the sub RAM 103 as a new ART game number counter.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the value of the ART game number counter is 0 (step S884). If it is determined that the value of the ART game number counter is 0, the sub CPU 102 sets the ART in progress flag to OFF (step S885). This ends ART. After executing the processing of step S <b> 885, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined that the value of the ART game number counter is not 0, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the special ART precursor flag is set on (step S886). The special ART antecedent flag is a flag indicating that it is a period during which an effect (special ART antecedent effect) is suggested to indicate that the special ART is activated, and the winning number 49 (MB + F_Middle Cherry), the winning number 52 ( MB + F_MB Lip), winning number 13 (F_MB Lip), winning number 53 (MB + F_ Lip 2), or winning number 2 (F_ Lip 2) is set as an internal winning combination (step) See S891 and step S894).

  If it is determined that the special ART precursor flag is set on, the sub CPU 102 executes the special ART precursor process (step S887). The special ART prognostic process will be described later with reference to FIG. After executing the processing of step S887, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the special ART antecedent flag is not set to on, the sub CPU 102 uses information indicating the type (the winning number) of the internal winning combination included in the start command data (see step S755 in FIG. 58). Based on the judgment, it is judged whether or not the winning number is 49 (MB + F_Middle Cherry) (step S888).

  If it is determined that the winning number is not 49 (MB + F_Middle Cherry), sub CPU 102 is based on the information indicating the type (winning number) of the internal winning combination included in the start command data (see step S755 in FIG. 58). Whether the winning number is 52 (MB + F_MB rep), 13 (F_MB rep), 53 (MB + F_rip 2), or 2 (F_rip 2) is determined (step S892).

  If it is determined that the winning number is not 52 (MB + F_MB rep), 13 (F_MB rep), 53 (MB + F_rip 2), or 2 (F_rip 2), the sub CPU 102 ends this subroutine. .

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the winning number is any of 52 (MB + F_MB rep), 13 (F_MB rep), 53 (MB + F_rip 2), and 2 (F_rip 2), the sub CPU 102 executes the ART game. Add 10 games to the number (step S893). In this process, the sub CPU 102 stores a value obtained by adding 10 to the value of the ART game number counter stored in the sub RAM 103 in the sub RAM 103 as a new ART game number counter.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 sets the special ART precursor flag on (step S894). As a result, from the next unit game, the special ART precursor effect is executed (see FIG. 64). When the winning number is 52 (MB + F_MB lip) or 53 (MB + F_rip 2), since the MB is internally won, the special ART precursor effect performed in this case is the special ART precursor effect of this special ART. On the other hand, when the winning number is 13 (F_MB lip) or 2 (F_ lip 2), since the MB is not internally won, the special ART precursor effect performed in this case is the Gasse special ART precursor effect and Become.

  After executing the processing of step S894, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S888 that the winning number is 49 (MB + F_middle cherry), the sub CPU 102 adds 10 games to the number of ART games (step S889). In this process, the sub CPU 102 stores a value obtained by adding 10 to the value of the ART game number counter stored in the sub RAM 103 in the sub RAM 103 as a new ART game number counter.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 sets the special ART determination flag on (step S890). Then, the sub CPU 102 sets the special ART precursor flag on (step S891). As a result, from the next unit game, the special ART precursor effect is executed (see FIG. 64). If the winning number is 49 (MB + F_middle cherry), the MB is internally won, and if the special ART precursor flag is set on in step S891, the special ART precursor flag is selected in step S894. Since the MB is always won internally, unlike when it is set on, the special ART precursor effect performed in this case is always the special ART precursor effect. Therefore, when the special ART confirmation flag (see step S890) is set on, it is determined that the special ART is activated (see step S906 in FIG. 64).

  After executing the processing of step S891, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<Special ART Precursor Processing>
The special ART precursor processing performed in step S887 in FIG. 63 will be described using FIG. FIG. 64 is a flow chart showing a special ART pre-event process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, when one of the winning numbers 22 to 45 is determined as the internal winning combination, the sub CPU 102 executes push order navigation effects for winning the middle bell 1 (step S901). In this process, when the winning number is any of 22 to 45, the sub CPU 102 pushes the middle bell 1 for winning from among the plurality of pushing order navigation image data stored in the ROM cartridge substrate 86. The push order navigation image data corresponding to the order is determined as the data used for the present presentation. As a result, for example, when the winning number is 22, an image that suggests performing the stop operation (refer to FIGS. 20 and 21) to the middle reel 3C as the first stop operation is the liquid crystal display device as the push order navigation image. 11 will be displayed. Thus, if the stop operation on the middle reel 3C is performed as the first stop operation, the middle bell 1 wins.

  As described with reference to FIGS. 20 and 21, when the winning number is 22 to 45, the stop operation on the left reel 3L is performed as the first stop operation between the MB flags as compared with the non-MB flags. The winning combination in the case is changed from left special role to square cherry. Therefore, when the stop operation for the left reel 3L is performed as the first stop operation, the difference in the winning combination (the point that the left special combination wins between non-MB flags, the corner cherry between MB flags wins) Therefore, it can be easily determined whether the MB is internally won. In the present embodiment, the player is notified of the pressing order for winning the middle bell 1, and the player is urged to perform the stopping operation (stopping operation for the reels other than the left reel 3L as the first stopping operation) in the pressing order. Therefore, it is avoided that the internal winning combination of the MB is determined from the difference in the winning combination when the stop operation on the left reel 3L is performed as the first stop operation.

  After executing the processing of step S901, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the special ART precursor game is the tenth game (the unit game currently being performed is the tenth unit after the special ART precursor effect is started) It is judged whether or not it is a game (step S902).

  If it is determined that the special ART precursor game is not the tenth game, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the special ART precursor game is the tenth game, the sub CPU 102 sets the special ART precursor flag to OFF (step S903). As a result, the special ART precursor effect ends.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the special ART confirmation flag (see step S890 in FIG. 63) is set on (step S904).

  If it is determined that the special ART determination flag is set on, the sub CPU 102 sets the special ART determination flag off (step S905).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 sets the special ART in progress flag on (step S906). As a result, the special ART is activated (see step S 882 in FIG. 63).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 sets “10” to the special ART in-game number counter (step S 907). The value of the special ART in-game number counter is a value to be subtracted each time a unit game is played in the special ART, and is stored in the sub RAM 103. After executing the processing of step S 907, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S904 that the special ART determination flag is not set on, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the MB is internally won (step S908). That is, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the winning number is either 52 (MB + F_MB rep) or 53 (MB + F_rip 2). If it is determined that the MB is not internally won, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the MB is internally won, the sub CPU 102 sets the special ART in progress flag ON (step S909). As a result, the special ART is activated (see step S 882 in FIG. 63).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 sets “10” to the special ART in-game number counter (step S 910). Thereafter, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<Process during special ART>
The processing during special ART performed in step S 882 of FIG. 63 will be described using FIG. FIG. 65 is a flow chart showing processing during special ART performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the value of the special ART in-game number counter (see step S 907 and step S 910 in FIG. 64) is 0 (step S 921).

  If it is determined that the value of the special ART in-game counter is 0, the sub CPU 102 determines the internal winning combination type (winning number) included in the start command data (see step S755 in FIG. 58). Then, it is determined whether or not the winning number is any of 16 to 21 (step S922).

  If it is determined that the winning number is any of 16 to 21, the sub CPU 102 executes a push order navigation effect for winning the irregular special role (step S923). In this processing, the sub CPU 102 produces, from the plurality of push order navigation image data stored in the ROM cartridge substrate 86, push order navigation image data corresponding to the push order for winning the extraordinary special role, Determine the data used for As a result, for example, when the winning number is 16, an image that suggests performing the stop operation (see FIG. 21) on the right reel 3R as the first stop operation is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11 as the push order navigation image. It will be done. When the stop operation is performed on the right reel 3R as the first stop operation, the irregular special role 1, 2, or 5 is won when the stop operation is performed at an appropriate timing. On the other hand, when the stop operation is not performed at an appropriate timing (when the special special role is dropped), MB1 is won (see FIG. 21).

  As the MB1 wins, the special ART (between MB flags) ends (see step S968 in FIG. 67), and the additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) is activated (see step S988 in FIG. 68). After executing the processing of step S923, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S921 that the value of the special ART in-game counter is not 0, or if it is determined in step S922 that the winning number is neither 16-21, the sub CPU 102 starts the start command data (FIG. 58). On the basis of the information indicating the type of the internal winning combination (the winning number) included in step S755 of (c), it is determined whether the winning number is any of 2, 50, 51, 49, and 9-11. (Step S924).

  If it is determined that the winning number is any of 2, 50, 51, 49, and 9 to 11, the sub CPU 102 determines the current probability level and setting of the probability variation promotion lottery table shown in FIGS. 33 to 35. The probability variation level of the transfer destination is determined based on the winning number by performing lottery by referring to the probability variation promotion lottery table according to the value (step S 925).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 changes the probability level from the current probability level to the probability level determined as the transition level at step S925 (step S926).

  If it is determined in step S924 that the winning number is not any of 2, 50, 51, 49, and 9 to 11, or after the process of step S926 is executed, the sub CPU 102 determines that the winning number is 47, 22 to 22. 25, 30 to 33, 38 to 41, 26 to 29, 34 to 37, and 42 to 45, referring to the generated navigation determination table shown in FIG. 36, the winning number and the current probability level Based on, it is decided which push order is to be reported among push order for winning square cherry (strong cherry or weak cherry) and push order for winning middle bell (push order bell). (Step S927).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 performs a push order navigation effect for winning a combination determined to notify the push order in step S 927 among the corner cherry (strong cherry or weak cherry) and the middle bell (push order bell). Execute (step S 928). In this processing, the sub CPU 102 performs the pressing corresponding to the pressing order for winning the winning combination determined to notify the pressing order in step S927 from among the plurality of pressing order navigation image data stored in the ROM cartridge substrate 86. The forward navigation image data is determined to be data used for the present presentation. As a result, for example, when it is determined to notify the pressing order for winning a square cherry (strong cherry) when the winning number is 26, the stop operation for the left reel 3L (see FIG. 21) is performed as the first stop operation. An image suggesting to do this is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11 as a push order navigation image. When the stop operation on the left reel 3L is performed as the first stop operation, the corner cherry (strong cherry) wins. As a result, addition of the number of ART games is performed (see step S 974 in FIG. 67 and step S 1006 in FIG. 69).

  After executing the processing of step S928, the sub CPU 102 subtracts one from the value of the special ART in-game counter (step S929). In this process, the sub CPU 102 stores a value obtained by subtracting 1 from the value of the special ART in-game counter stored in the sub RAM 103 in the sub RAM 103 as a new special ART in-game count counter.

  After executing the processing of step S929, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine. In the special ART processing, the value of the ART game number counter is not subtracted (see step S883 in FIG. 63).

<Process when receiving a lock effect determination command>
The lock effect determination command reception process performed in step S758 of FIG. 58 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 66 is a flow chart showing processing upon reception of a lock effect determination command performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, based on the information indicating the turn drum effect number included in the lock effect determination command data (see step S757 in FIG. 58), the sub CPU 102 determines that the turn drum effect number determined in step S153 in FIG. It is determined whether it is the number 1 (step S941).

  If it is determined that the rotating drum effect number determined in step S153 of FIG. 41 is the rotating drum effect number 1, the sub CPU 102 sets the red 7 flag on (step S942). When the red 7 flag is set to ON, the special additional zone (MB gaming state) that operates after the special ART (between MB flags) ends becomes the first additional special zone (MB gaming state) (FIG. 67). Step S972 and Step S974, and Step S1006 and Step S1008 of FIG. On the other hand, if the red 7 flag is not set to ON, the additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) that operates after the special ART (between MB flags) ends is the second additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) (See step S 974 in FIG. 67 and step S 1006 in FIG. 69).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 determines the final number of added games by lottery from among 100 games, 200 games and 300 games (step S943). The final added game number is the number of ART games to be added to the final game of the added specialization zone (MB gaming state) (see step S1003 in FIG. 69). After executing the processing of step S943, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S941 that the rotating drum effect number determined in step S153 of FIG. 41 is not the rotating drum effect number 1, the sub CPU 102 determines that the final added game number is 0 game, 50 games, and 100 games. From among the above, it is determined by lottery (step S944). Thereafter, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<Process when receiving display command>
The process at the time of display command reception performed in step S766 of FIG. 58 will be described using FIG. FIG. 67 is a flow chart showing a display command reception process carried out in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the ART in-provision flag (see step S845 in FIG. 61 and step S986 in FIG. 68) is set on (step S961).

  If it is determined that the ART in-provision flag is set on, the sub CPU 102 determines whether any one of the raising lips 1 to 9 has won (step S 962). Since the information indicating the display combination is included in the display command data received in step S765 in FIG. 58, the sub CPU 102 recognizes the symbol combination displayed along the winning determination line by receiving the display command data. Can.

  If it is determined that any of the raising lips 1 to 9 has won, the sub CPU 102 sets the ART in-provision flag to off (step S963). Then, the sub CPU 102 sets the ART in progress flag on (step S 964). Thereby, transition to ART is made (see step S806 in FIG. 59).

  If it is determined in step S 961 that the ART in-provision flag is not set on, or if it is determined in step S 962 that none of the raised lips 1 to 9 has won, or after the processing of step S 964 is executed. The sub CPU 102 determines whether the special ART in progress flag (see steps S906 and S909 in FIG. 64) is set on (step S965). If it is determined that the special ART in progress flag is not set on, the sub CPU 102 ends this subroutine.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the special ART in progress flag is set to on, the sub CPU 102 selects one of MB1 to 3 based on the information indicating the display combination included in the display command data received in step S765 of FIG. It is determined whether or not a prize has been won (step S966).

  If it is determined that one of MB1 to 3 has won, the sub CPU 102 clears the special ART in-game number counter (see step S 907 and step S 910 in FIG. 64) (step S 967). Then, the sub CPU 102 sets the special ART in progress flag off (step S968), and sets the red 7 flag off (step S969). Thereafter, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S966 that none of MB1 to 3 has won, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the red 7 flag (see step S942 in FIG. 66) is set on (step S970). .

  If it is determined that the red 7 flag is set to on, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the weak cherry has won based on the information indicating the display combination included in the display command data received in step S765 of FIG. 58. Is determined (step S971).

  If it is determined that the weak cherry has won, the sub CPU 102 adds 1 to the value of the weak cherry stock counter (step S972). In this process, the sub CPU 102 stores a value obtained by adding 1 to the value of the weak cherry stock counter stored in the sub RAM 103 as the new weak cherry stock counter value in the sub RAM 103. The value of the weak cherry stock counter indicates the number of times the weak cherry has won in the special ART. In the present embodiment, the number of times the weak cherry has won is counted on condition that the red 7 flag is set to on.

  If it is determined in step S970 that the red 7 flag is not set on, or if it is determined in step S971 that weak cherry has not won, or after the processing of step S972, the sub CPU 102 executes the process shown in FIG. Based on the information indicating the display combination included in the display command data received in step S765, it is determined whether the strong cherry has won (step S973).

  If it is determined that the strong cherry has won, the sub CPU 102 adds 1 to the value of the strong cherry stock counter (step S 974). In this process, the sub CPU 102 stores a value obtained by adding 1 to the value of the strong cherry stock counter stored in the sub RAM 103 as the new strong cherry stock counter value in the sub RAM 103. The value of the strong cherry stock counter indicates the number of times the strong cherry has won in the special ART. In the present embodiment, the number of times the strong cherry has won is counted regardless of whether the red 7 flag is set to on.

  If it is determined in step S 973 that the strong cherry has not won, or after the process of step S 974 is executed, the sub CPU 102 uses information indicating the display combination included in the display command data received in step S 765 of FIG. Based on the determination, it is determined whether the BAR control lip 1 has won (step S 975).

  If it is determined that the BAR control lip 1 has won, the sub CPU 102 adds 10 to the value of the ART game number counter (see step S846 in FIG. 61 and step S987 in FIG. 68) (step S976). In this process, the sub CPU 102 stores a value obtained by adding 10 to the value of the ART game number counter stored in the sub RAM 103 in the sub RAM 103 as a new ART game number counter.

  If it is determined in step S975 that the BAR control message 1 is not winning, or after the process of step S976 is performed, the sub CPU 102 executes a penalty process (step S977). The penalty process will be described later with reference to FIG. After executing the processing of step S977, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<MB during processing>
The process during MB performed in step S804 of FIG. 59 will be described using FIG. FIG. 68 is a flow chart showing a process in MB performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to one embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the current gaming state is the RT2 gaming state (step S981). The start command data received in step S755 in FIG. 58 includes the information indicating the gaming state flag stored in the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 31A) of the main RAM 95, so the start command data is received By doing this, the sub CPU 102 can recognize the current gaming state.

  If it is determined that the current gaming state is the RT2 gaming state, the sub CPU 102 executes processing during the additional specialization zone (step S988). The processing in the additional specialization zone will be described later with reference to FIG. By executing processing in the special addition zone, the number of ART games is increased. After executing the processing of step S988, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S981 that the current gaming state is not the RT2 gaming state, the sub CPU 102 determines whether it has won the ART lottery performed in step S831 of FIG. 60 (step S982).

  If it is determined that the ART lottery performed in step S831 of FIG. 60 is not won, the sub CPU 102 executes the challenge effect in the cassette MB based on the effect data set in step S834 of FIG. 60 (step S983) . Thereafter, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the ART lottery performed in step S831 of FIG. 60 is won, the sub CPU 102 executes a challenge effect during main MB based on the effect data set in step S833 of FIG. 60 (step S984). ).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the unit game played in the MB gaming state is the eighth game (whether the unit game currently played is the final game in the MB gaming state) (step S985). If it is determined that the unit game to be performed in the MB gaming state is not the eighth game, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the unit game played in the MB gaming state is the eighth game, the sub CPU 102 sets the ART in-provision flag on (step S986). As described above, when the challenge effect during the MB is performed, the final game in the MB gaming state is shifted to during the ART preparation. Then, the pushing order for winning the raising lips 1 to 9 is informed (see step S 862 in FIG. 62), and the winning to the raising lips 1 to 9 results in transition to ART (step S 964 in FIG. 67). reference).

  Next, the sub CPU 102 sets “50” to the ART game number counter (step S 987). Thereafter, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<Additional special zone processing>
The processing in the additional specialization zone performed in step S988 in FIG. 68 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 69 is a flowchart showing a process during an additional specialization zone performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the unit game played in the MB gaming state is the eighth game (whether the unit game currently played is the final game in the MB gaming state) (step S1001). ).

  If it is determined that the unit game to be performed in the MB gaming state is the eighth game, the sub CPU 102 notifies the number of final added games (step S1002). In this process, the sub CPU 102 causes the liquid crystal display device 11 to display the final added game number determined in step S943 or step S944 in FIG.

  Next, the sub CPU 102 adds the final added game number to the value of the ART game number counter (see step S846 in FIG. 61 and step S987 in FIG. 68) (step S1003). In this processing, the sub CPU 102 adds a value obtained by adding the number of final added games determined in step S943 or step S944 of FIG. 66 to the value of the ART game number counter stored in the sub RAM 103 as a new ART game number counter. Is stored in the sub RAM 103 as the value of. After executing the processing of step S1003, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  If it is determined in step S1001 that the unit game played in the MB gaming state is not the eighth game, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the unit game played in the MB gaming state is the first game (step S1004). ). If it is determined that the unit game to be performed in the MB gaming state is not the first game, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, when determining that the unit game played in the MB gaming state is the first game, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the value of the strong cherry stock counter (see step S 974 in FIG. 67) is 0 ( Step S1005).

  If it is determined that the value of the strong cherry stock counter is not 0, the sub CPU 102 subtracts one from the value of the strong cherry stock counter and adds the number of ART games (step S1006). In this process, the sub CPU 102 stores a value obtained by subtracting 1 from the value of the strong cherry stock counter stored in the sub RAM 103 in the sub RAM 103 as a new strong cherry stock counter value. Further, the sub CPU 102 determines the number of additional games by lottery from among 10 games, 30 games, and 50 games. Then, the sub CPU 102 adds a value obtained by adding the number of added games determined by lottery to the value of the ART game number counter (refer to step S846 in FIG. 61 and step S987 in FIG. 68) as a new ART game number counter value. The sub RAM 103 is stored as

  After executing the process of step S1006, the sub CPU 102 returns the process to step S1005. As a result, the number of ART games is added in step S1006 the number of times corresponding to the value of the strong cherry stock counter (the number of times the strong cherry has won in the special ART).

  If it is determined in step S1005 that the value of the strong cherry stock counter is 0, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the value of the weak cherry stock counter (see step S972 in FIG. 67) is 0 (step S1007). .

  If it is determined that the value of the weak cherry stock counter is not 0, the sub CPU 102 subtracts one from the value of the weak cherry stock counter and adds the number of ART games (step S1008). In this process, the sub CPU 102 stores a value obtained by subtracting 1 from the value of the weak cherry stock counter stored in the sub RAM 103 in the sub RAM 103 as a new weak cherry stock counter value. In addition, the sub CPU 102 determines the number of additional games by lottery from among 5 games, 10 games, and 20 games. Then, the sub CPU 102 adds a value obtained by adding the number of added games determined by lottery to the value of the ART game number counter (refer to step S846 in FIG. 61 and step S987 in FIG. 68) as a new ART game number counter value. The sub RAM 103 is stored as

  After executing the process of step S1008, the sub CPU 102 returns the process to step S1007. As a result, the number of ART games is increased the number of times corresponding to the value of the weak cherry stock counter (the number of times weak cherry has won in the special ART). The expected number of ART games to be added based on the weak cherry having won once is lower than the expected number of ART games to be added based on the strong cherry having won once.

  If it is determined in step S1007 that the value of the weak cherry stock counter is 0, the sub CPU 102 notifies the total number of games to be added (step S1009). In this process, the sub CPU 102 causes the liquid crystal display device 11 to display the sum of the number of ART games added in step S1006 and the number of ART games added in step S1008. After executing the processing of step S1009, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<Penalty processing>
The penalty process performed in step S977 of FIG. 67 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 70 is a flow chart showing a penalty process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the current gaming state is between MB flags (step S1021). Since the start command data received in step S755 in FIG. 58 includes the information stored in the carryover combination storage area (see FIG. 31 (b)) of the main RAM 95, the sub CPU 102 receives the start command data. Can recognize the current gaming state. If it is determined that the current gaming state is not between the MB flags, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the current gaming state is between the MB flags, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not push order navigation effects (see winning numbers 22 to 45 in FIG. 21) for winning the middle bell have been executed. It judges (step S1022). If it is determined that the push order navigation effect for winning the middle bell has been executed, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that push order navigation effect for winning the middle bell has not been executed, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the middle bell has won (step S1023). Since the information indicating the display combination is included in the display command data received in step S765 in FIG. 58, the sub CPU 102 recognizes the symbol combination displayed along the winning determination line by receiving the display command data. Can. If it is determined that the middle bell has not won, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the middle bell has won, the sub CPU 102 generates a penalty (step S1024). In this process, the sub CPU 102 sets the penalty flag on and sets the number of penalty game counters to a predetermined number (10). The penalty flag is a flag indicating that it is a period during which a penalty has occurred. Although not shown, when the penalty flag is set to ON, push order navigation effects are not performed in ART. The number of penalty game counters indicates the number of remaining unit games (penalty games) for which push order navigation effects are not performed in the ART, and is stored in the sub RAM 103. The number of penalty game counters is decremented each time a unit game is played, and when the number of penalty game counters reaches zero, the penalty flag is set off. After executing the processing of step S1024, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  In ART, a push order navigation effect (see FIG. 20) for winning the middle bell is usually executed, and the player performs a stop operation according to the navigation, and the other bell is won by winning the middle bell. More (10) medals can be obtained than in the case (see FIG. 15). However, in the penalty game, since the push order navigation effect is not executed, it becomes difficult for the player to win the middle bell, and can not receive the payout of 10 medals that could be originally acquired. It will

  As described in FIG. 4, in the special ART (between MB flags), by winning the square cherry according to the navigation, it is not to enjoy the benefit of adding the number of ART games, but to win the middle bell without following the navigation As a result, a player who tries to acquire many (10) medals may appear. In this embodiment, in this manner, in the ART until the medals obtained (10 cards) are used for the player who has won 10 medals by winning the middle bell without following the navigation. It has a penalty of not doing navigation.

<Process when receiving reel stop command>
The reel stop command reception process performed in step S764 of FIG. 58 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 71 is a flowchart showing a reel stop command reception process carried out in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 determines whether the in-ART flag (see step S 964 in FIG. 67) is set on (step S 1041).

  If it is determined that the ART in-progress flag is set to ON, the sub CPU 102 executes penalty sound setting processing (step S1042). The penalty sound setting process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  If it is determined in step S1041 that the ART in-progress flag is not set on, or after the process of step S1042 is performed, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

<Penalty sound setting process>
The penalty sound setting process performed in step S1042 of FIG. 71 will be described using FIG. FIG. 72 is a flowchart showing a penalty sound setting process performed in the sub control circuit of the pachislot machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  First, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the push order navigation effect has been executed (step S1061).

  If it is determined that the push order navigation effect is not executed, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the irregular press (stop operation in an order different from “left” → “middle” → “right”) is performed. (Step S1062). Since the information indicating the type of the stop reel is included in the reel stop command data received in step S763 of FIG. 58, the sub CPU 102 receives the reel stop command data, thereby the order in which the stop buttons are operated (pushing order). Can be recognized.

  If it is determined that the irregular pressing has been performed, the sub CPU 102 generates a penalty sound (step S1063). In this process, the sub CPU 102 generates, from the speaker, a sound indicating that the irregular pressing is prohibited. This makes it possible to prevent the player from making an irregular push.

  If it is determined in step S1061 that push order navigation rendition has been performed, if it is determined in step S1062 that no irregular press has been performed, or after the processing of step S1063, the sub CPU 102 ignores the push order navigation It is determined whether it has been done (step S1064). In this processing, the sub CPU 102 determines whether or not the stop button has been operated in a pushing order different from the pushing order notified by the pushing order navigation effect (step S1064).

  If it is determined that the push order navigation has been ignored, the sub CPU 102 generates a penalty sound (step S1065). In this process, the sub CPU 102 generates, from the speaker, a sound indicating that ignoring push order navigation is prohibited. This makes it possible to prevent the player from ignoring push order navigation.

  If it is determined in step S1064 that the push order navigation is not ignored, or after the process of step S1065 is executed, the sub CPU 102 ends the present subroutine.

  The embodiment of the present invention has been described above with reference to FIGS.

  According to the embodiment described above, the normal gaming state and the ART are provided as the gaming state (sub). The ART is in the AT gaming state and in the RT2 gaming state.

  The AT gaming state is a state in which a push order (stop order of stop buttons) for notifying an internal winning combination is notified. In the AT gaming state, when a predetermined winning order (internal winning combination in which winning is achieved by pressing the stop button in an appropriate order, see FIG. 20 and FIG. 21) is internally won, it corresponds to the pressing order. When the pressing order is notified, the player can win the pressing order by operating the stop button in accordance with the notified pressing order.

  In the above-described embodiment, in the AT gaming state, when a press order is determined as an internal winning combination, an image (press order navigation image) for notifying a press order necessary to win the press order is It has been described that it is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11. However, the notification of the pushing order in the AT gaming state is not limited to the notification by the image, and the notification may be performed using sound or light.

  In addition, what is notified in the AT gaming state is not limited to the pressing order necessary for winning the pressing order. In the AT gaming state, any information necessary for winning a predetermined combination may be notified. For example, when a plurality of internal winning combinations are set as the pushing order and the above-mentioned appropriate order is predetermined for each internal winning combination, the internal winning combination determined by the internal lottery may be notified. . The player who has grasped the above-mentioned proper order for each internal winning combination can perform the stop operation in the above-mentioned proper order, if the internal winning combination determined by the internal lottery can be known. In addition, when the stop operation is performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win a prize, and in the AT gaming state, the appropriate timing may be notified.

  According to the embodiment described above, the first route and the second route are provided as a route for the gaming state (sub) to shift from the normal gaming state to the ART. The first route is a route for transitioning from the normal gaming state to the ART via the omen effect, and the second route is a route for transitioning from the normal gaming state to the ART via the challenge effect during MB.

  In the present invention, the contents of the prognostic effects relating to the first route are not particularly limited. For example, the color of the pedestal light provided under the reel may indicate whether or not the ART lottery has been won. Alternatively, a predetermined mission may be generated, and transition to ART may be performed when the mission is cleared. For example, it may be made to shift to ART when the designated small combination has won a predetermined number of times. In this case, for example, the mission of "playing replays or bells within 10 games", the mission of "winning replays within 8 games", and the mission of "winning bells within 8 games" are gradual. It is also possible to shift to the next mission by clearing one mission and transition to ART when all missions are cleared. The content of the mission may be notified to the player by displaying on the liquid crystal display device. In addition, when predetermined symbols (red 7 symbols) are aligned in a predetermined pushing order (reverse push), transition to ART may be made. Furthermore, the player may be urged to continuously hit the BET button, and transition to ART may be made when a character installed on the top of the liquid crystal display device falls.

  In the present invention, the contents of the challenge effect during MB according to the second route are not particularly limited. For example, in response to the operation of the BET button, an effect of attacking a character (enemy) displayed on the liquid crystal display device by a character may be performed. Further, in the final game in the MB gaming state, when the challenge effect in the MB (see step S984 in FIG. 68) is finished, a predetermined lottery is performed and the lottery is won (in step S987 in FIG. 68). The number of ART games may be added separately from the number of ART games. In this case, it may be notified that the number of ART games has been added by performing a predetermined effect (for example, an effect of generating a freeze). The effect that causes the freeze is an effect that the time when the operation of the stop button becomes invalid after the start lever is operated is longer than normal.

  According to the embodiment described above, the special ART is activated when the MB is internally won in the ART. The special ART is a state for increasing (adding) the number of ART games, and the player is to play a game while expecting the special ART to be activated during the ART (the internal winning of the MB). .

  In the embodiment described above, when the MB is internally won in the ART, the special ART is not activated immediately, but the special ART precursor effect is executed over a predetermined period (see FIGS. 63 and 64). The special ART precursor effect is an effect that suggests that the special ART operates.

  Here, when MB is internally won in ART, chance replay may be simultaneously internally won (MB and chance replay are duplicated) (internal winning number 52 in FIG. 16A, and , Small part and replay data pointer 13 in FIG. In this case, the chance replay is won by the notification of the pushing order. Conversely, if the chance replay is won, there is a possibility that the MB is internally won, that is, the special ART may be activated. Therefore, the player who sees that the symbol combination (refer to FIG. 14) corresponding to the chance replay is stopped and displayed along the prize determination line has a sense of expectation for the special ART to operate. Can.

  On the other hand, there may be a case where the chance replay is internally won but the MB is not internally won (refer to the internal winning number 13 in FIG. 16A and the small part / replay data pointer 13 in FIG. 17). Also in this case, although the chance replay will be won (see FIG. 20), the special ART does not operate since the MB is not internally won. That is, just because the chance replay has won, it does not necessarily mean that the MB is internally won (the special ART is activated).

  Then, the special ART precursor effect is executed not only when the MB and the chance replay play twice but also when only the chance replay among the MB and the chance replay is internally won. When the MB and the chance replay play a double win, the special ART is activated after the special ART precursor effect, and the special ART precursor effect performed in this case is a so-called true precursor effect. On the other hand, when only the chance replay among the MB and the chance replay is internally won, the special ART does not operate, and the special ART precursor effect performed in this case is a so-called agile precursor effect.

  Here, in the above-described embodiment, the first specified combination (middle bell), the second specified combination (square cherry), and the third specified combination in the non-transferred state during ART (the state which is ART and not between MB flags) (When the special left character is internally won (see internal winning numbers 22 to 45 in FIG. 16 (a) and data pointers 22 to 45 for small and replay in FIGS. 17 and 18), the stop button is pressed The relationship between the order and the winning combination is as follows.

  That is, when the first specific stop operation is performed, the first specific combination (middle bell) may be won. The first specific stop operation is a stop operation in the order of “middle” → “left” → “right” or “middle” → “right” → “left” when the winning number is 22 to 29, When the winning number is 30 to 37, the stop operation is in the order of "right" → "left" → "middle", and when the winning number is 38 to 45, "right" → "middle" → "left" "Stop operation in the order of" (see FIG. 20).

  By performing the second specific stop operation, the third special part (left special part) may be won. The second specific stop operation is a stop operation in the order of “left” → “middle” → “right” or “left” → “right” → “middle” (see FIG. 20).

  On the other hand, in the ART middle holding state (a state between ART and MB flag), the first specified combination (middle bell), the second specified combination (corn cherry), and the third specified combination (left special combination) If the internal winning combination (see internal winning numbers 22 to 45 in FIG. 16 (a) and the data pointers 22 to 45 for the small part and replay in FIG. 17), the relationship between the pressing order of the stop button and the winning combination is as follows become that way.

  That is, when the first specific stop operation is performed, the first specific combination (middle bell) may be won. The first specific stop operation is a stop operation in the order of “middle” → “left” → “right” or “middle” → “right” → “left” when the winning number is 22 to 29, When the winning number is 30 to 37, the stop operation is in the order of "right" → "left" → "middle", and when the winning number is 38 to 45, "right" → "middle" → "left" The stop operation is performed in the order of “1” (see FIG. 21). The relationship between such pushing order and the winning combination is the same as in the case of ART non-carried state (between non-MB flags).

  By performing the second specific stop operation, the second specified combination (corn cherry) can be won. The second specific stop operation is a stop operation in the order of “left” → “middle” → “right” or “left” → “right” → “middle” (see FIG. 21). The relationship between such push order and the winning combination is different from that in the ART non-transferred state (between non-MB flags).

  Thus, the second specific stop operation is performed in the non-ART state during ART (between non-MB flags) and in the ART middle state (between MB flags) (that is, depending on whether the MB is internally won or not). The winning combination is different in the case (when the stop operation on the left reel is performed as the first stop operation). And, if the player is familiar with the gaming machine and is skilled, there is a possibility that this may be known, and such a player may stop the second specific stop operation (stop the left reel as the first stop operation). Whether the MB is internally won by intentionally performing the operation) and checking which combination of the second specified combination (Kaku Cherry) and the third specified combination (left special combination) wins It is possible to easily guess whether or not (that is, whether or not the special ART operates). In this case, in the case where only the chance replay is selected from the MB and the chance replay, the significance that the special ART prognostic rendition (that is, the gasse rendition) is performed is lost.

  In this respect, in the above-described embodiment, the first specified part (middle bell), the second specified part (corn cherry), and the third specified part (left special part) are included in the period during which the special ART precursor effect is being executed. When the internal winning is achieved, the pressing order according to the first specific stop operation is notified (see step S901 in FIG. 64). As described above, when the first specific stop operation is performed, whether in the non-ART state during ART (between non-MB flags) or in the ART middle state (between MB flags) (ie, MB) (The middle bell) wins, regardless of whether or not the player wins the inside). Therefore, the player is urged to perform the first specific stop operation through the notification (prevents the second specific stop operation from being performed), and even a skilled player who is familiar with the gaming machine, It is possible to create a situation where it is difficult to guess whether the MB is internally winning (ie whether the special ART works).

  As described above, when the first specified combination (middle bell), the second specified combination (square cherry) and the third specified combination (left special combination) are internally won during a period during which the special ART precursor effect is being executed. In view of the significance that the pushing order relating to the first specific stop operation is informed, it is desirable that the special ART precursor effect of this special ART and the Gasse special ART precursor effect of the same effect. That is, during the period when the special ART precursor effect is being executed, the same is true among the effect data stored in the ROM cartridge substrate between the case where the MB is internally won and the case where the MB is not internally won. It is desirable to be configured to set the rendering data of.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, in the ART middle carryover state (between MB flags), the first specified hand (middle bell) and the second specified hand (corner) are compared with the non-transferred state (between non MB flags) during ART. Cherry) and the third special part (left special part) internal winnings (see internal winning numbers 22 to 45 in FIG. 16 (a), and data pointers 22 to 45 for small part and replay in FIG. 17) The combination that is won when the second specific stop operation is performed (when the stop operation on the left reel is performed as the first stop operation) is the second specific combination (corner from the third special combination (left special combination)) Described as being changed to cherry). However, in the present invention, when the first specified combination, the second specified combination and the third specified combination are internally won during the ART non-transferred state, winning is achieved when the second specified stop operation is performed. The role may not be the third specific role but the first specific role. In this case, the third specified combination may be configured so as not to be duplicated with the first specified combination and the second specified combination.

  According to the embodiment described above, the first specified combination (middle bell) and the second specified combination (square cherry) are determined as the internal combination in the ART middle holding state (a state between ART and MB flag). When the first specific stop operation is performed, the first specific combination (middle bell) wins, and when the second specific stop operation is performed, the second specific combination (square cherry) wins. Then, the number of ART games increases, based on the fact that the second specified combination (Kaku Cherry) has won in the ART middle holding state (special ART).

  Here, according to the above-described embodiment, when the first specified combination (middle bell) and the second specified combination (corn cherry) are determined as the internal combination in the ART middle holding state (special ART), The push order according to the 1 specific stop operation or the push order according to the second specific stop operation is notified. When the pushing order relating to the second specific stop operation is notified, the player can win the second specified combination (square cherry) by performing the second specific stop operation according to the pushing order. This makes it possible to create a situation in which the player can easily enjoy the benefit that the number of ART games increases.

  Further, according to the embodiment described above, when the special combination (MB) is determined as an internal winning combination in ART, the winning probability of replay does not change, and the replay high probability gaming state (RT2 gaming state) is maintained. Be done. That is, the RT state is not varied in generating the ART pending state (special ART). According to the above-described embodiment, the number of ART games can be increased by notifying the pushing order according to the second specific stop operation instead of changing the RT state to increase the winning probability of the second specific part (corn cherry). The player is given the benefit of increasing. Therefore, it becomes possible to simplify the management of the gaming state, and in generating the state for increasing the number of ART games, it is possible to prevent the data area in the main control circuit from being compressed.

  Further, according to the above-described embodiment, in the ART non-transferred state (between non-MB flags), the first specified combination (middle bell), the second specified combination (square cherry) and the third specified combination (left special combination) Is determined as an internal winning combination, the first specific combination (middle bell) is won when the first specific stop operation is performed, and the third specific combination (left special role) is performed when the second specific stop operation is performed. Get a prize. On the other hand, when the first specified combination (middle bell), the second specified combination (square cherry) and the third specified combination (left special combination) are determined as internal winning combinations in the ART middle holding state (between MB flags) When the first specific stop operation is performed, the first specific combination (middle bell) wins, and when the second specific stop operation is performed, the second specific combination (square cherry) wins.

  That is, the stop control is different between the non-ART carrying state (between non-MB flags) and the ART middle holding state (between MB flags), and the second specific stopping operation is performed during the ART non-porting state (between non MB flags). Although the second specified combination (Kaku-Cherry) does not win even if is performed, the second specified combination (Kaku-Cherry) wins when the second specific stop operation is performed in the ART middle holding state (between MB flags). As described above, the second specific part (corner cherry), which triggers an increase in the number of ART games, shifts from the non-transferred state during ART (between non-MB flags) to the ART middle carry-over state (between MB flags) and stops. Since it is possible to win only when the control is changed, it is possible to raise the player's interest in the second specified combination (corn cherry).

  Further, according to the above-described embodiment, the higher the probability change level, the higher the probability that it is determined to notify the pressing order related to the second specific stop operation. Therefore, the higher the probability variation level, the easier the second special player (Kaku Cherry) is to win, and as a result, the number of ART games tends to increase. As described above, by providing modes (levels) in which the probability of determining to notify the push order related to the second specific stop operation is different from each other, variations in the ease of increase in the number of ART games can be provided. Thereby, the interest of the game can be improved. Then, the player can play a game while holding anticipation to shift to a higher probability change level.

  In the embodiment described above, the number of ART games is based on the number of times that the second special player (Kaku Cherry) has won in the special ART (between MB flags) while waiting for the additional specialization zone (MB gaming state) to operate. Is described as being added (added) (see step S1006 and step S1008 in FIG. 69). However, in the present invention, the timing at which the number of ART games is added is not particularly limited, and when the second special part is won in the special ART, the number of ART games may be added in the special ART. For example, the number of ART games may be immediately added, as in the case where the second specific combination has won in the special ART and the BAR control lip 1 has won (see step S976 in FIG. 67).

  In the present invention, other aspects may be adopted as appropriate regarding the addition of the number of ART games. For example, the number of added games calculated based on the winning of the second specific part in the special ART (for example, the total value of the number of ART games added in step S1006 in FIG. 69 and the number of ART games added in step S1008) If the number of games does not reach the predetermined number of games, the number of insufficient games may be further added to the predetermined number of games. That is, the minimum value (the minimum guaranteed game number) of the number of ART games to be added may be set based on the winning of the second specific combination. In this case, the number of minimum guaranteed games (for example, 50 games) added in the first additional specialization zone is made larger than the number of minimum guaranteed games (for example, 30 games) added in the second additional specialization zone. It is also good.

  In the above-described embodiment, the middle bell (pushing order bell) is made to win when the pushing order for winning the square cherry (strong cherry or weak cherry) is not notified in the special ART (between MB flags). It has been described that the pushing order is notified (see FIG. 36). That is, it is assumed that any push order is always notified among the push order for winning corner cherry (strong cherry or weak cherry) and the push order for winning middle bell (push order bell). explained. However, in the present invention, when it is not determined to notify the stop operation information (for example, the pressing order for winning a square cherry) required to perform the second specific stop operation, the other part is made to win The stop operation information required for the event may not be notified. It should be noted that the method for determining whether or not to report stop operation information (for example, pressing order for winning a square cherry tree) necessary for performing the second specific stop operation, uses the generated navigation determination table of FIG. The method is not limited to the method described above, and any random selection method may be employed.

  According to the above-described embodiment, in the ART middle holding state (special ART), when the push order navigation effect is performed and the navigation is ignored (when the player does not follow the navigation), A penalty is imposed on the player. On the other hand, in the non-transferred state during ART (normal ART that is not a special ART), when such a stop operation is performed, a penalty is not imposed but a sound is output that suggests that a penalty will occur.

  Such an output (warning) is performed in the ART non-transferred state (normal ART that is not a special ART), and thus the ART middle carry-over state (ie, the player actually does not follow the navigation, actually the penalty) Prior to the transition to the state in which the () is imposed, the player can be warned in advance that the stop operation according to the navigation is performed when the navigation is performed. Further, the player can be conditioned to follow the navigation when the navigation is performed. This makes it possible to reduce the possibility that the player may perform a stop operation different from the notified content due to an operation error or the like in the ART middle holding state (special ART), and a penalty is imposed. Thus, it is possible to prevent the player's motivation from being reduced.

  Further, according to the above-described embodiment, as described above, in the ART middle holding state (special ART), the first specified combination (middle bell) and the second specified combination (corn cherry) are determined as internal winning combinations When the pushing order relating to the second specific stop operation is informed, the second specific stop operation is performed according to the notification, and the second specific combination (corn cherry) is won. This increases the number of ART games. On the other hand, according to the above-described embodiment, when the first specific combination (middle bell) wins, more medals are paid out than when the second specific combination (square cherry) wins.

  In such a situation, the second specified stop operation is performed according to the notification to win the second specified part (Kaku Cherry), and instead of enjoying the benefit of increasing the number of ART games, the first specified stop according to the notification By performing the operation, there is a possibility that a player who tries to win the first specific combination (middle bell) and tries to acquire many medals may appear. It is not recommended that a game machine maker perform such a stop operation, and as a game machine maker, it is desirable to avoid a situation where the withdrawal rate becomes high due to such a stop operation being performed. It is a place.

  In this respect, according to the above-described embodiment, when the pressing order related to the second specific stop operation is notified, if the first specific stop operation is performed instead of the second specific stop operation The player is penalized if the stop operation is performed by the pushing order for winning the bell). Further, as described above, since the warning by the penalty sound is performed when the stop operation different from the notified content is performed, it is possible to urge the player to perform the stop operation according to the notification. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from acquiring many medals and capturing the gaming machine by not following the notification.

  In the above-described embodiment, it has been described that the player who has acquired 10 medals by winning the middle bell without following the navigation is penalized not to perform navigation in the ART (see FIG. 70). The content of the disadvantage in the present invention is not particularly limited, and thus, a configuration for preventing the player from performing advantageous control can be appropriately adopted. For example, it may be configured not to increase the number of ART games even if the second specified combination (for example, square cherry) is won in the ART middle-carriage status (special ART). Specifically, when the penalty flag is set to ON, a process related to the addition of the number of ART games (for example, the process of step S972 and step S974 of FIG. 67, step S1003 of FIG. 69, step S1006, and step The processing of S1008 and the like may not be executed. Further, the process related to the transition to ART (for example, the process of step S822 and the process of step S831 in FIG. 60) may not be executed.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, when the push order navigation is ignored, it is described that the speaker generates a sound (penalty sound) indicating that the push order navigation is prohibited to be ignored (FIG. 72). reference). In the present invention, the output suggesting the occurrence of a disadvantage is not limited to the one by sound (output using a speaker), and an image (output using a liquid crystal display device) or light (output using an LED) It may be due to Alternatively, the indication may be made by vibrating the stop button.

  Hereinafter, modified examples will be described.

  In the embodiment described above, when any one of the winning numbers 12, 47, 48, and 51 is determined as the internal winning combination, it is described that the ART lottery on the first route is performed (FIG. 60) See step S821). Also, it has been described that ART lottery on the second route is performed when any of the winning numbers 49, 52, and 53 is determined as the internal winning combination (see step S 830 in FIG. 60). However, in the present invention, the trigger for ART lottery related to the first route and the trigger for ART lottery related to the second route are not particularly limited. For example, regardless of the determined type of internal winning combination, ART lottery may be performed in each unit game. In addition, when a predetermined combination (for example, weak cherry, strong cherry, watermelon, etc.) different from the embodiment described above is internally won, or when the combination becomes a temppai but does not win, a precursor effect or MB It is also possible to shift to medium challenge presentation.

  Further, the route by which the gaming state (sub) transitions from the normal gaming state to the ART is not limited to the above-described first route and second route. For example, when a state where it does not shift to ART continues over a predetermined number of unit games (for example, 1000 times) (for example, the number of unit games played after the last ART has ended reaches the number of ceiling games) ) May be subjected to ART lottery. In this case, for example, in the mini liquid crystal display device provided next to the reel, it is displayed that the character climbs the building one floor each time a unit game is performed, and the character reaches the roof. ART lottery may be performed. While the character climbs the building, it may output a line indicating the number of remaining games until the character reaches the rooftop at a predetermined timing. In addition, when transitioning to ART triggered by ART lottery performed when the character reaches the roof, the number of ART games is increased more than when transitioning to ART by the first route and the second route described above. It is also good.

  Further, in the present invention, the following first additional zone and second additional zone may be provided as a state (zone) in which the number of ART games is increased.

  In the first additional zone, the ART game number is increased by acquiring a predetermined number of points (for example, 50 points) between one set with a predetermined number (for example, 10 times) of unit games as one set. To be done. For example, the number of points is set for each winning combination, and when any combination is won in one unit game, it is possible to obtain the number of points set for the combination. For example, when 10 points for bell, 30 points for watermelon, and 20 points for replay, if bell, watermelon and replay are won once in one set, then Since the total of 60 points (50 points or more) can be obtained, the number of ART games is increased.

  If a predetermined number of points can not be obtained in one set, the first additional zone ends at that time. On the other hand, when a predetermined number of points can be obtained in one set, the number of ART games is added at the end of the one set, and then another set is generated. Thereby, the first additional zone continues. If the predetermined number of points can be obtained in the other set, the number of ART games is additionally added at the end of the set. Thereafter, another set occurs and the first overlay zone continues. As a result, as long as the predetermined number of points is kept, the sets are continued one after another, and the number of ART games is added at the end of each set ("set + number of ART games added" continues). When a predetermined number or more of points are obtained during one set, points exceeding the predetermined number are carried over to the next set. In the above example, 60 points are earned during one set, and 10 points of excess will be carried over to the next set.

  In addition, a plurality of modes having different probabilities of acquiring a predetermined number of points are provided in one set. The predetermined number (the number of points to be acquired during one set) and the number of points that can be acquired when each combination is won are randomly determined based on the mode. The mode in which the probability of acquiring a predetermined number of points during one set is higher is easier to determine a smaller value as the predetermined number (the number of points to be acquired during one set), and each combination is won A large value is likely to be determined as the number of points that can be earned. Therefore, the continuation rate of the first additional zone is higher as the mode has a higher probability. When the first overlay zone starts, one of a plurality of modes is determined.

  The second additional zone continues while a predetermined number of (for example, seven) unit games are played. In the second additional zone, the number of ART games is additionally increased in each unit game. The number of added games varies depending on the winning combination in the second added zone. Based on the winning combination during ART, a lottery is performed to determine whether or not to shift to the second additional zone, and the transition to the second additional zone is triggered by winning the lottery. When a predetermined winning combination (for example, a bell or replay) is internally won in the second additional zone, a chance (special ART chance) to shift to a special ART occurs in the unit game next to the unit game in which the predetermined winning combination is internally won. If successful, move to a special ART. The special ART chance is a challenge game of one game, and the probability of shifting to the special ART varies depending on the winning combination in the game.

  In the special ART transitioning via the second additional zone, the number of ART games is increased when a rare combination (for example, strong cherry or strong watermelon) is won. On the other hand, in the special ART, a reel lock effect is performed. In the reel lock effect, it appears to the player that the reel has stopped, but the reel has not actually stopped. Therefore, by performing the reel lock effect, a plurality of pseudo games may be performed. In such a dummy game, the number of ART games is increased.

  Further, in the present invention, after the ART is ended, a challenge game for continuing the ART may be generated. The challenge game is composed of a predetermined number of (for example, two) unit games, and the ART continues when a predetermined combination (for example, a bell) is won in all the predetermined number of unit games. The challenge game ends when failing to win a predetermined combination. When a rare combination (for example, strong cherry or strong watermelon) or a specific combination is won, the continuation of the ART is determined at that point without waiting for the unit game to be performed a predetermined number of times.

  As mentioned above, although embodiment of this invention was described, only the specific example was illustrated and it does not limit this invention in particular, and the specific structure of each means etc. can be designed and changed suitably. Further, the effects described in the embodiments of the present invention only list the most preferable effects resulting from the present invention, and the effects according to the present invention are limited to those described in the embodiments of the present invention is not.

1 Pachislot 3L, 3C, 3R Reel 4 Reel Display Window 11 Liquid Crystal Display 19L, 19C, 19R Stop Button 23 Start Lever 58, 64, 65L, 65R Speaker 79 Start Switch 80 Stop Switch Board 85 LED
86 ROM cartridge substrate 91 main control circuit 92 microcomputer 93 main CPU
94 Main ROM
95 Main RAM
101 sub control circuit 102 sub CPU
103 Sub RAM

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Variable display means capable of variably displaying a plurality of identification displays;
A role determining means for determining a winning combination based on a predetermined start timing;
Stop operation means capable of receiving a stop operation by a player;
Stop control means for deriving a display result by stopping variable display on the variable display means based on the winning combination determined by the combination determining means and the stop operation;
Notification means for notifying information on the stop operation;
A disadvantage giving means for giving a disadvantage to the player;
A disadvantage suggestion output control means for performing an output indicating the occurrence of the disadvantage;
A first state and a second state are provided as the states to be notified by the notification means,
Said disadvantage giving means is
When the information on the stop operation is notified by the notification means, and the stop operation different from the stop operation related to the notified information is performed as the stop operation on the stop operation means, the first state and the second state It is possible to give the disadvantage only in the second state of
The said disadvantage suggestion output control means,
In the first state and the second state, when the information on the stop operation is notified by the notification means, and a stop operation different from the stop operation according to the information notified as the stop operation on the stop operation means is performed state, and are able to perform the suggested output said disadvantages may occur,
The stop control means is
In the first state, when the first stop operation is performed as the stop operation to the stop operation means, the stop control can be performed so as not to derive the display result corresponding to the predetermined combination, Even when the second stop operation is performed as the stop operation for the stop operation means, the stop control can be performed so as not to derive the display result corresponding to the predetermined combination,
In the second state, when the first stop operation is performed as the stop operation on the stop operation means, the stop control can be performed so as not to derive the display result corresponding to the predetermined combination. When the second stop operation is performed as the stop operation on the stop operation means, the stop control can be performed so as to derive the display result corresponding to the predetermined combination,
Said disadvantage giving means is
In the second state, when the notification unit notifies of information on the second stop operation, and the stop operation different from the second stop operation is performed as the stop operation on the stop operation unit, the disadvantage It is possible to give
A game machine characterized by

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