JP6663651B2 - Test system and slot machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a test system for performing a game test and a slot machine .

As this type of test system , a system in which a slot machine and a test device are connected via an interface board (relay board) has been proposed (for example, see Patent Document 1).

JP 2010-63922 A

An object of the present invention is to provide a test system and a slot machine that can reduce the number of wires between a game control board and a relay board .

In order to solve the above-mentioned problem, a test system according to claim 1 of the present invention includes:
A variable display unit capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information each of which is identifiable is provided, and a display result is derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit, and a prize can be generated according to the display result. In a test system including a slot machine and a test device capable of performing a game test by the slot machine,
The test apparatus includes:
Test signal output control means for outputting a test signal;
Test signal input means for inputting a test signal;
With
The slot machine,
Game control means for controlling the game,
Derivation operation means operated by the player to derive the display result;
With
The game control means,
Notification control means capable of performing notification control for notifying the operation mode of the derivation operation means to be identifiable,
Derivation control means for performing control to derive a display result based on a specific signal indicating the operation of the derivation operation means being input as a test signal,
A game result signal output control means for performing control for outputting a game result signal indicating a result of the game as a test signal,
An operation mode signal output control unit that performs control for outputting an operation mode signal indicating an operation mode of the derivation operation unit that is identifiably notified by the notification control as a test signal;
Including
The game control board on which the game control means is mounted includes a first test signal including the game result signal using the first signal wiring on a first relay board connectable to the game control board by a first signal wiring. And a second test signal including the operation mode signal can be output to the second relay board connectable to the game control board and the second signal wiring using the second signal wiring. A second output means,
The number of types of signals included in the first test signal output using the first signal wiring is greater than the number of types of signals included in the second test signal output using the second signal wiring ,
The game control board and the first relay board are connectable via a power supply line, and the game control board and the second relay board are not connected by a power supply line,
The game control board includes a power supply unit for supplying power to the first relay board when the game control board and the first relay board are connected via the power supply line,
The game result signal can be output from the game control board to the test device via the first relay board,
The operation mode signal can be output from the game control board to the test device via the second relay board,
The power is not directly supplied from the game control board to the second relay board, and the power supplied to the first relay board is supplied from the first relay board to the second relay board. It is characterized by being supplied.

The slot machine according to claim 2 of the present invention
The display result is derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit capable of displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can be individually identified, and a prize can be generated according to the display result. In a slot machine capable of performing a game test based on a use signal and outputting a test signal,
Game control means for controlling the game,
Derivation operation means operated by the player to derive the display result ;
With
The game control means,
Notification control means capable of performing notification control for notifying the operation mode of the derivation operation means to be identifiable,
Derivation control means for performing control to derive a display result based on a specific signal indicating the operation of the derivation operation means being input as a test signal,
A game result signal output control means for performing control for outputting a game result signal indicating a result of the game as a test signal,
An operation mode signal output control unit that performs control for outputting an operation mode signal indicating an operation mode of the derivation operation unit that is identifiably notified by the notification control as a test signal;
Including
The game control board on which the game control means is mounted includes a first test signal including the game result signal using the first signal wiring on a first relay board connectable to the game control board by a first signal wiring. And a second test signal including the operation mode signal can be output to the second relay board connectable to the game control board and the second signal wiring using the second signal wiring. A second output means,
The number of types of signals included in the first test signal output using the first signal wiring is greater than the number of types of signals included in the second test signal output using the second signal wiring ,
The game control board and the first relay board are connectable via a power supply line, and the game control board and the second relay board are not connected by a power supply line,
The game control board includes a power supply unit for supplying power to the first relay board when the game control board and the first relay board are connected via the power supply line,
The game result signal can be output from the game control board to the test device via the first relay board,
The operation mode signal can be output from the game control board to the test device via the second relay board,
The power cannot be directly supplied from the game control board to the second relay board, and the power supplied to the first relay board is supplied from the first relay board to the second relay board. It is characterized by the fact that it can be supplied.

The test system of Means 1 is
A variable display section (reels 2L, 2C, 2R) capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information, each of which can be identified, is provided by stopping the variable display of the variable display sections (reels 2L, 2C, 2R). A test including a slot machine (slot machine 1) capable of deriving a result and generating a prize according to the display result, and a test device (test device 1300) capable of performing a game test using the slot machine. In the system,
The test apparatus includes:
Test signal output control means for outputting a test signal (output of a test signal);
Test signal input means (input of test signal) for inputting a test signal;
With
The slot machine,
Game control means (main control unit 41) for controlling the game,
Derivation operation means (stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R) operated by the player to derive the display result;
With
The game control means (main control unit 41)
Notification control means capable of performing notification control (navi notification) for notifying the operation mode of the derivation operation means in a identifiable manner;
Derivation control means (reel stop control) for performing control for deriving a display result based on a specific signal (first to third reel stop switch signal) indicating an operation of the derivation operation means being input as a test signal; ,
Game result signal output control means for performing control for outputting a game result signal (internal winning flag signal, payout count signal, etc.) indicating a result of the game as a test signal;
An operation mode signal output control unit that performs control for outputting, as a test signal, an operation mode signal (navi notification signal) indicating an operation mode of the derivation operation unit that is identifiably notified by the notification control (navi notification);
Including
The game result signal (internal winning flag signal, payout count signal, etc.) is sent from a game control board (game control board 40) on which the game control means (main control section 41) is mounted to a first relay board (IF1 board 1100). ) Can be output to the test apparatus (test apparatus 1300) via
The operation mode signal (navigation notification signal) can be output from the game control board (game control board 40) to the test apparatus (test apparatus 1300) via a second relay board (IF2 board 1200).
The game control board (game control board 40) and the first relay board (IF1 board 1100) can be connected via a power line, and the game control board (game control board 40) can be connected to the first relay board. Power is supplied directly to the board (IF1 board 1100),
The power is not directly supplied from the game control board (game control board 40) to the second relay board (IF2 board 1200), and the power supplied to the first relay board (IF1 board 1100) is not supplied. It is characterized by being supplied from the first relay board (IF1 board 1100) to the second relay board (IF2 board 1200).
According to this feature, among the test signals output from the game control board, the game result signal is output to the test device via the first relay board, and the operation mode signal is tested via the second relay board. In the configuration output to the device, the game control board and the first relay board can be connected via a power supply line, and while the power is supplied directly from the game control board to the first relay board, Since power is not supplied directly from the game control board to the second relay board, power supplied to the first relay board is supplied from the first relay board to the second relay board. The number of wirings between the game control board and the first and second relay boards can be reduced.

Means 2 slot machine
A variable display section (reels 2L, 2C, 2R) capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information, each of which can be identified, is provided by stopping the variable display of the variable display sections (reels 2L, 2C, 2R). In a slot machine that derives a result, a prize can be generated according to the display result, performs a game test based on a test signal from a test device, and can output a test signal,
Game control means (main control unit 41) for controlling the game,
Derivation operation means (stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R) operated by the player to derive the display result;
With
The game control means (main control unit 41)
Notification control means capable of performing notification control (navi notification) for notifying the operation mode of the derivation operation means in a identifiable manner;
Derivation control means (reel stop control) for performing control for deriving a display result based on a specific signal (first to third reel stop switch signal) indicating an operation of the derivation operation means being input as a test signal; ,
Game result signal output control means for performing control for outputting a game result signal (internal winning flag signal, payout count signal, etc.) indicating a result of the game as a test signal;
An operation mode signal output control unit that performs control for outputting, as a test signal, an operation mode signal (navi notification signal) indicating an operation mode of the derivation operation unit that is identifiably notified by the notification control (navi notification);
Including
The game result signal (internal winning flag signal, payout count signal, etc.) is sent from a game control board (game control board 40) on which the game control means (main control section 41) is mounted to a first relay board (IF1 board 1100). ) Can be output to the test apparatus (test apparatus 1300) via
The operation mode signal (navigation notification signal) can be output from the game control board (game control board 40) to the test apparatus (test apparatus 1300) via a second relay board (IF2 board 1200).
The game control board (game control board 40) and the first relay board (IF1 board 1100) can be connected via a power line, and the game control board (game control board 40) can be connected to the first relay board. Power can be supplied directly to the board (IF1 board 1100),
The power cannot be directly supplied from the game control board (game control board 40) to the second relay board (IF2 board 1200), and the power supplied to the first relay board (IF1 board 1100) is not provided. Can be supplied from the first relay board (IF1 board 1100) to the second relay board (IF2 board 1200).
According to this feature, among the test signals output from the game control board, the game result signal is output to the test device via the first relay board, and the operation mode signal is tested via the second relay board. In the configuration output to the device, the game control board and the first relay board are connectable via a power supply line, and while the power is supplied directly from the game control board to the first relay board, Since power is not directly supplied from the game control board to the second relay board, power supplied to the first relay board is supplied to the second relay board from the first relay board. The number of wirings between the game control board and the first and second relay boards can be reduced.

Note that the game test performed by the test device in the means 1 and 2 is for checking performance such as whether or not the slot machine operates properly and whether or not the rate of giving the game value is within an appropriate range. It is a test.
Further, the slot machine of the means 2 performs a game test based on a test signal from the test device and can output a test signal, and may be a signal line for a test signal or a connection between these signal lines. The configuration without the connector or the like may be used.
In the means 2 , it is assumed that the power supplied to the first relay board can be supplied from the first relay board to the second relay board in, for example, the first relay board. An object of the present invention is to make it possible to supply a power source that secures both the power and the power used in the second relay board to the first relay board.

Means 3 of the test system, the slot machine is a slot machine according to the test system or means 2 according to the means 1,
The first relay board (IF1 board 1100) or the second relay board (IF2 board 1200) transmits a test signal output from the game control board (game control board 40) to the test apparatus (test apparatus 1300). A conversion unit (IF2 control unit 1203) for converting into an input-capable mode,
The conversion means (IF2 control unit 1203) is operated by a power supplied from the game control board (game control board 40).
According to this feature, the test signal output from the game control board can be simplified.

The test system and the slot machine of the means 4 are the test system of the means 1 or 3 , or the slot machine of the means 2 or 3 ,
The test signal output from the game control board (game control board 40) is transmitted via photocouplers mounted on the first relay board (IF1 board 1100) and the second relay board (IF2 board 1200). It is output to the test device (test device 1300).
According to this feature, since the slot machine and the test device are not electrically connected, it is possible to prevent the failure of one device from damaging the other device.

The test system and the slot machine according to the means 5 are the test system according to any of the means 1 , 3 and 4 , or the slot machine according to any of the means 2 to 4 ,
The notification control means performs notification control (navi notification) for notifying the operation mode of the derivation operation means in a identifiable manner with the notification means (game assistance display 12),
The operation mode signal (navigation notification signal) is a signal obtained by branching a drive signal of the notification means (game auxiliary display 12).
According to this feature, the drive signal of the notifying unit can be used as the operation mode signal.

The test system and the slot machine according to the sixth aspect of the present invention are the test system according to any one of the first to third aspects or the slot machine according to any one of the second to fifth aspects,
A circuit for outputting the game result signal (internal winning flag signal, payout count signal, and the like) to the first relay board (IF1 board 1100) in the game control board (game control board 40) includes the game Control means (game control board 40) transmits the game result signal (internal winning flag signal, payout count signal, etc.) to the first relay board (IF1) in a slot machine without the notification control means and the operation mode signal output means. It is common to a circuit for outputting to the substrate 1100) (first information output circuit 40a).
According to this feature, a circuit for outputting the game result signal to the first relay board in the game control board is shared irrespective of whether or not the information control means and the operation mode signal output means are provided. can do.

  It should be noted that the present invention may have only the matters specifying the invention described in the claims of the present invention, or may have configurations other than the matters specifying the invention together with the matters specifying the invention described in the claims of the present invention. It may be something.

It is a front view of the slot machine of the example to which the present invention is applied. FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the internal structure of the slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement | sequence of a reel. FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing a configuration of the slot machine. FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of a main control unit. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a memory map of a ROM and a RAM mounted on a main control unit. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing details of a memory map of a ROM and a RAM mounted on the main control unit. It is a figure showing the relation between a game field and a non-game field. It is a figure for explaining the kind of special combination, the symbol combination of special combination, and the technical matter related to special combination. It is a figure for explaining a kind of a small combination, a symbol combination of a small combination, and a technical matter related to a small combination. It is a figure for explaining the kind of re-gaming, the symbol combination of re-gaming, and the technical matter related to re-gaming. It is a figure for explaining the symbol combination of a transition appearance, and a technical matter related to a transition appearance. It is a figure for explaining transition of a game state. It is a figure showing the outline of a game state. It is a figure for explaining the combination of the lottery target combination read as a lottery target combination for every game state. It is a figure for explaining the combination of the lottery target combination read as a lottery target combination for every game state. It is a figure for explaining the combination of the lottery target combination read as a lottery target combination for every game state. It is a figure for explaining the combination of the winning combination permitted by the lottery target combination. It is a figure for explaining the combination of the winning combination permitted by the lottery target combination. It is a figure for explaining reel control at the time of a plurality of small winning combinations. It is a figure for explaining reel control at the time of winning a plurality of re-games. It is a figure for explaining reel control at the time of winning a plurality of re-games. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of an internal winning command setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the modification 1 of the control content of an internal winning command setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the modification 2 of the control content of an internal winning command setting process. (A) is a figure which shows the lottery target part in an individual lottery in the modification 2 of the control content of an internal winning command setting process, and a winning range, (b) is a modification of the control content of an internal winning command setting process It is a figure showing the lottery target combination and the winning range in the collective lottery in No. 2. It is a figure showing the composition of a game auxiliary indicator. It is a figure showing the information mode by navigation information. It is a figure which shows the notification mode of a navigation, and the execution mode of a navigation effect. It is a figure which shows the notification mode of a navigation, and the execution mode of a navigation effect. It is a figure which shows the notification mode of a navigation, and the execution mode of a navigation effect. It is a figure showing an execution mode of a prize information production. It is a figure which shows the modification 1 of the notification mode by a navigation notification. It is a figure which shows the modification 2 of the notification mode by a navigation notification. It is a figure which shows the modification 2 of the notification mode by a navigation notification. It is a figure which shows the modification 3 of the notification mode by a navigation notification. It is a figure which shows the modification 4 of the notification mode by a navigation notification. It is a figure which shows the notification mode by small part notification. FIG. 6 is a diagram for explaining the content of control related to navigation notification performed by a main control unit. FIG. 4 is a diagram for describing the content of control regarding a freeze state performed by a main control unit. 6 is a timing chart for explaining a flow of control in a freeze state in a main control unit. It is a timing chart which shows the navigation information and the execution timing of a navigation effect when it is controlled to a frozen state. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing signals input and output between the slot machine and a test device.

  Embodiments for implementing a slot machine according to the present invention will be described below based on embodiments.

  An embodiment of a slot machine to which the present invention is applied will be described with reference to the drawings. As shown in FIG. 1, a slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment includes a housing 1a having an open front surface and a side of the housing 1a. And a front door 1b pivotally supported at one end.

  As shown in FIG. 2, inside the housing 1a of the slot machine 1 of this embodiment, reels 2L, 2C, and 2R (hereinafter, left reel, middle reel, right reel) on which a plurality of types of symbols are arranged on the outer periphery. ) Are arranged side by side in the horizontal direction, and as shown in FIG. 1, three continuous symbols among the symbols arranged on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R can be seen from the see-through window 3 provided on the front door 1b. Are arranged as follows.

  As shown in FIG. 3, "red 7", "blue 7", "white 7", "BAR", "watermelon", "cherry a", and "cherry" are provided on the outer peripheral portions of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, respectively. A plurality of mutually identifiable patterns such as "b", "bell", "replay a", "replay b", and "plum" are drawn in a predetermined order, each of which is 21 pieces. The symbols drawn on the outer peripheral portions of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R are displayed in upper, middle, lower, and upper tiers, respectively, in the see-through window 3 provided substantially at the center of the front door 1b. In the following, “red 7”, “blue 7”, and “white 7” may be simply referred to as “7”, and “cherry a” and “cherry b” may be simply referred to as “cherry”. Yes, "replay a" and "replay b" may be collectively referred to simply as "replay".

  Each of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R is rotated by a correspondingly provided reel motor 32L, 32C, 32R (see FIG. 4), so that the design of each of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R is continuous with the see-through window 3. While the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped rotating, three consecutive symbols are derived and displayed on the see-through window 3 as a display result.

  Inside the reels 2L, 2C, 2R, a reel sensor 33L, 33C, 33R for detecting a reference position and a reel LED 55 for irradiating the reels 2L, 2C, 2R from the back are provided for the reels 2L, 2C, 2R, respectively. , Are provided. The reel LED 55 includes twelve LEDs corresponding to three consecutive symbols on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and can irradiate each symbol independently.

  A display area 51a of a liquid crystal display 51 (see FIG. 1) is arranged at a position on the front side (player side) of each of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R of the front door 1b. The liquid crystal display 51 has a liquid crystal panel having transparency when no voltage is applied to the liquid crystal element. The liquid crystal display 51 is provided with a transparent region 51 b corresponding to the transparent window 3 of the display region 51 a and a transparent window 3. Each reel 2L, 2C, 2R can be visually recognized from the player side.

  In the front door 1b, as shown in FIG. 1, a medal insertion section 4 into which medals can be inserted, a medal payout exit 9 from which medals are paid out, and a credit (the number of medals stored as a game value owned by the player). In this range, the maximum bet amount of the specified number of bets determined according to the game state within the range (3 is set as the specified number of RT0 to 4 described later and 2 is set as the specified number of RB in the present embodiment). MAXBET switch 6 that is operated when setting the medals, the medals stored as credits and the medals used for setting the bet amount are settled (the medals used for setting the credits and the bet amount are returned) ), A start switch 7 that is operated when starting a game, and a stop switch that is operated when each of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R stops rotating. Pitch 8L, 8C, 8R are each provided so as to be operated by the player.

  In this embodiment, of the three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R that have started rotating, the reel that stops first is referred to as a first stop reel, and the stop is referred to as a first stop. Similarly, the reel that stops second is referred to as a second stop reel, the stop is referred to as a second stop, the reel that stops third is referred to as a third stop reel, and the stop is referred to as a third stop. Alternatively, it is referred to as a final stop.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the front door 1b displays a credit indicator 11 displaying the number of medals stored as credits, and shows the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a prize and the contents of the error when an error occurs. The game auxiliary display 12 displays an error code, information which can identify the reel stop order based on the navigation notification described later, etc., the 1 BET LED 14 for notifying that the bet number is set to 1, and the bet number is set to 2. 2 BET LED 15 for notifying that the game is on, 3 BET LED 16 for notifying that the bet amount has been set to 3 by light, insertion request LED 17 for notifying that a medal can be inserted, and a start switch 7 to operate the game. A start valid LED 18 for notifying that the start operation is valid by lighting, and a weight (previous game (A state in which the rotation of the reels is awaited because a certain period has not elapsed since the start.) A waiting LED 19 for notifying by light that the vehicle is being replayed and a replay LED 20 for notifying that a replay game is being performed is provided. Game display unit 13 is provided.

  Inside the MAXBET switch 6, there is provided a BET switch valid LED 21 (see FIG. 4) for notifying by lighting that the setting operation of the bet amount by operating the MAXBET switch 6 is valid, and the stop switches 8L, 8C, Inside the 8R, left, middle, and right stop valid LEDs 22L, 22C, and 22R (see FIG. 4) are provided to notify by light that the reel stop operation by the corresponding stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is valid. Have been.

  As shown in FIG. 2, inside the front door 1b, as shown in FIG. 2, a reset switch 23 for detecting a reset operation for releasing an error state described later and a hit state described later by a predetermined key operation, and a change of a set value described later The set value display 24 displays the set value at that time during or during the check of the set value, and the game progresses until a reset operation is performed at a predetermined timing (for example, at the end of BB described later). A stop switch 36a for selecting the valid / invalid of a stop function for controlling to a regulated state, and a predetermined trigger (for example, at the end of BB), an automatic settlement process (a medal stored as a credit is stored in the player). The automatic payment switch 36b for selecting the validity / invalidity of the automatic payment function for controlling the payment (returning process) regardless of the operation of the button, and the flow path of the medals inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 a, a flow path switching solenoid 30 for selectively switching to one of a hopper tank 34a (see FIG. 2) described later and a medal payout opening 9 side, which is provided in the inside of a An inserted medal sensor 31 for detecting medals flowing down to the tank 34a side, a medal selector 29 having an insertion port sensor 26 for detecting insertion of a foreign substance on the upstream side of the inserted medal sensor 31, a door opening for detecting an opening state of the front door 1b. A detection switch 25 (see FIG. 4) is provided.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R (see FIG. 4) and the reel reference positions of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are respectively provided inside the housing 1a. A reel unit 2 including detectable reel sensors 33L, 33C, 33R (see FIG. 4), an external output board 1000 for outputting an external output signal (see FIG. 4), and storing medals inserted from the medal insertion unit 4. Hopper tank 34a, a hopper motor 34b (see FIG. 4) for paying out medals stored in the hopper tank 34a from the medal payout port 9, and a payout sensor 34c for detecting medals paid out by driving the hopper motor 34b ( (See FIG. 4) and a power supply box 100 are provided.

  On the side of the hopper unit 34, an overflow tank 35 for storing medals overflowing from the hopper tank 34a is provided. Inside the overflow tank 35, there is provided a full sensor 35a (see FIG. 4) for detecting that the stored medals are full.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the front of the power supply box 100 functions as a setting key switch 37 for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state, and normally functions as a reset switch for canceling an error state or a stopped state. In a setting change state, a reset / setting switch 38 functioning as a setting switch for changing a setting value of a winning probability (a payout rate) of an internal lottery described later, and a power supply operated when turning on / off the power supply A switch 39 is provided.

  The power supply box 100 is provided inside the housing 1a, and the front door 1b is provided on the front of the power supply box 100 because the front door 1b can be opened by a predetermined key operation held by a clerk or the like. The set key switch 37, the reset / setting switch 38, and the power switch 39 can be operated only by a person such as a clerk having the key, and cannot be operated by the player. The same applies to the reset switch 23 detected by a predetermined key operation. In particular, since the setting key switch 37 requires further key operation after opening the front door 1b by key operation, only the clerk who has the key for operating the setting key switch 37 among the clerks at the game arcade. Operation is allowed.

  When playing a game in the slot machine 1 of this embodiment, first, medals are inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 or the number of bets is set using credits. To use the credit, the MAXBET switch 6 may be operated. When a predetermined number of bets set according to the game state is set, the pay line LN (see FIG. 1) becomes valid, and the operation of the start switch 7 is valid, that is, the game can be started. Become. In this embodiment, three bets are defined as a prescribed number of bets in RT0 to RT4 described later, and two are determined as a prescribed number of bets in RB described later. When the bet amount is set, the pay line LN is activated. When medals are inserted in more than the maximum number among the prescribed numbers corresponding to the gaming state, the medals are added to the credit.

  The winning line is a line that is set to determine whether the combination of the symbols displayed in the perspective windows 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is a combination of the winning symbols. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, only the winning line LN set across the middle row of the reel 2L, the middle section of the reel 2C, and the middle section of the reel 2R, that is, the middle row, is a winning line. Stipulated. In this embodiment, only one winning line is applied, but a plurality of winning lines may be applied.

  Further, in this embodiment, in order to make it easy to recognize that the combination of the symbols constituting the prize is arranged in the prize line LN, the invalid lines LM1 to LM4 are set separately from the prize line LN. The invalid lines LM1 to LM4 are not determined based on the combination of the symbols arranged on the invalid lines LM1 to LM4. When the combination of the symbols constituting the specific prize is arranged on the prize line LN, the invalid lines LM1 to LM4 are invalid. When a combination of symbols (for example, bell-bell-bell) that wins when the winning line LN is aligned with any of the LM1 to LM4 is arranged, a symbol forming a specific winning on the winning line LN is formed. This is to make it easy to recognize that the combination is complete.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the upper line of the reel 2L, the upper line of the reel 2C, and the upper line of the reel 2R, that is, the invalid line LM1 set over the symbols arranged in the upper direction in the horizontal direction, and the lower line of the reel 2L , The lower line of the reel 2C, the lower line of the reel 2R, that is, the invalid line LM2 set across the symbols arranged horizontally in the lower line, the upper line of the reel 2L, the middle line of the reel 2C, the lower line of the reel 2R, that is, the lower line. There are four types of invalid lines LM: an invalid line LM3 set across the symbols, a lower line of the reel 2L, a middle line of the reel 2C, and an upper line of the reel 2R, that is, an invalid line LM4 set across the symbols lined up to the right. It is defined as.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when a combination of predetermined symbols (for example, “Bell-watermelon-cherry b” in FIG. 10 described later) determined as a winning combination in the winning line LN is completed, a winning is achieved. In addition, when a predetermined symbol combination is completed, a symbol combination that is an index more easily recognized than the predetermined symbol combination on any of the invalid lines LM1 to LM4 (for example, “watermelon-watermelon-watermelon” in FIG. 10 described later) Are included, a combination that can make it appear as if a winning has been achieved by a combination of symbols aligned with any of the invalid lines LM1 to LM4. Hereinafter, a combination of symbols that are aligned with any of the invalid lines LM1 to LM4 when a predetermined symbol combination is aligned with the pay line LN is referred to as a symbol combination as an index, and constitutes a symbol combination as an index. The design is called an index design.

  When the start switch 7 is operated in a state where the game can be started, the reels 2L, 2C, 2R rotate, and the symbols on the reels 2L, 2C, 2R change continuously. When any of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is operated in this state, the rotation of the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, 2R is stopped, and the display result is derived and displayed on the see-through window 3.

  When one of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is stopped, one game is completed, and a predetermined symbol combination (hereinafter, also referred to as a combination) is displayed on each of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R on the winning line LN. As a result, when the game stops, a prize is generated, and a predetermined number of medals are awarded to the player according to the prize and added to the credit. When the number of credits reaches the upper limit (50 in this embodiment), medals are paid directly from the medal payout port 9 (see FIG. 1). Further, when a combination of symbols accompanied by a transition of the gaming state is stopped on the pay line LN as a result of displaying the reels 2L, 2C, 2R, the game state is shifted to a gaming state corresponding to the combination of the symbols. .

  In this embodiment, the game starts when the operation of the start switch 7 is detected in a state where the operation of the start switch 7 is valid, and ends when all the reels stop. One unit of control (game control) for executing the game is started when all controls accompanying the end of the previous game are completed, and when all controls accompanying the end of the game are completed. finish.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the configuration using three reels is illustrated, but a configuration using only one reel, a configuration using two reels, and a configuration using four or more reels may be used. In a configuration using two or more reels, the winning may be determined based on a combination of display results derived for all of the two or more reels. Further, in this embodiment, the variable display device is constituted by physical reels, but the variable display device may be constituted by an image display device such as a liquid crystal display.

  Further, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, after the game is started and the reels 2L, 2C, 2R are rotated and the symbols start to change, one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is operated. Then, the rotation of the reel corresponding to the stop switch 8L, 8C, 8R is stopped, and the symbol is stopped and displayed. The maximum stop delay time from the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R to the stop of the rotation of the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, 2R is 190 ms (millisecond).

  The reels 2L, 2C, and 2R rotate 80 times per minute, and change 80 × 21 (the number of symbols per reel) = 1,680 symbols, so that a maximum of four symbols are drawn during 190 ms. You can do it. That is, the symbols that can be selected as the stop symbols are the symbols displayed when the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are operated, and the symbols four frames away from the symbols, for a total of five symbols.

  Therefore, for example, when one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is operated and the symbol displayed on the lower row of the reel corresponding to the stop switch is set as a reference, the symbol from the symbol to four frames ahead is displayed. Since the symbol can be displayed in the lower row, when one of the stop switches 8L, 8R is operated on each of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R, the symbol displayed in the middle row of the reel corresponding to the stop switch is operated. Can be displayed on the winning line, including symbols arranged within five frames.

  Hereinafter, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R may be simply referred to as reels unless it is particularly necessary to distinguish them. The reel 2L may be referred to as a left reel, the reel 2C may be referred to as a middle reel, and the reel 2R may be referred to as a right reel. An operation of stopping the reels 2L, 2C, 2R by operating the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R may be referred to as a stop operation.

  FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing a configuration of the slot machine 1. As shown in FIG. 4, the slot machine 1 is provided with a game control board 40, an effect control board 90, and a power supply board 101. The game state is controlled by the game control board 40, and the game state is controlled by the effect control board 90. Is produced, and a drive power supply for the electric components constituting the slot machine 1 is generated by the power supply board 101 and supplied to each unit.

  A power supply of AC 100 V is supplied to the power supply board 101 from the outside, and a DC voltage required for driving the electric components constituting the slot machine 1 is generated from the power supply of AC 100 V, and the game control board 40 and the production control board 90. It is supplied to. The hopper motor 34b, the payout sensor 34c, the full tank sensor 35a, the setting key switch 37, the reset / setting switch 38, and the power switch 39 are connected to the power supply board 101.

  On the game control board 40, the MAXBET switch 6, the start switch 7, the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, the settlement switch 10, the reset switch 23, the stop switch 36a, the automatic settlement switch 36b, the inserted medal sensor 31, and the door opening are provided. The detection switch 25, the reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R are connected, and the payout sensor 34c, the full tank sensor 35a, the setting key switch 37, and the reset / setting switch 38 are connected via the power supply board 101. The detection signals of these connected switches are input. In addition, the game control board 40 includes the above-described credit indicator 11, game assist indicators 12, 1-3 BET LEDs 14-16, insertion request LED 17, start valid LED 18, waiting LED 19, replay LED 20, BET switch valid LED 21, , Middle and right stop effective LEDs 22L, 22C, 22R, a set value display 24, a flow path switching solenoid 30, and reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R, and the hopper motor 34b described above via the power supply board 101. These electric components are connected and driven based on the control of a main control unit 41 described later mounted on the game control board 40.

  The game control board 40 performs a process relating to the progress of the game and also directly or indirectly controls each part of a control circuit mounted on the game control board 40, and an oscillation signal of a predetermined frequency. A control clock generation circuit for generating a control clock CCLK; a random number clock generation circuit 43 for generating a random number clock RCLK which is an oscillation signal having a predetermined frequency different from the oscillation frequency of the control clock CCLK; A switch detection circuit 44 that takes in a detection signal input from switches connected directly to or via a power supply board 101 and transmits the signal to a main control unit 41, and a motor drive signal (stepping) output from the main control unit 41. Motor drive circuit 45 for transmitting the motor phase signals) to the reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R. A solenoid drive circuit 46 for transmitting a solenoid drive signal output from the main control unit 41 to the flow path switching solenoid 30; and various displays connected to the game control board 40 using an LED drive signal output from the main control unit 41. When the voltage of the power supply supplied to the slot machine 1 is detected by monitoring the voltage of the power supply supplied to the slot machine 1, a voltage drop signal indicating the fact is output to the main control unit 41. And a reset circuit 49 that supplies a system reset signal to the main control unit 41 when the power supply is unstable such as when the power is turned on or when the power is turned off.

  FIG. 5 shows a configuration example of the main control unit 41 mounted on the game control board 40. The main control unit 41 is a one-chip microcomputer, and includes an external bus interface 501, a clock circuit 502, a verification block 503, a unique information storage circuit 504, an arithmetic circuit 505, a reset / interrupt controller 506, CPU (Central Processing Unit) 41a, ROM (Read Only Memory) 41b, RAM (Random Access Memory) 41c, free-run counter circuit 507, random number circuits 508a and 508b, timer circuit 509, interrupt controller 510 , A parallel input port 511, a serial communication circuit 512, a parallel output port 513, and an address decode circuit 514.

  The reset / interrupt controller 506 controls various reset and interrupt requests generated inside and outside the main control unit 41. The reset / interruption controller 506 includes an out-of-designation area prohibition (IAT) circuit 506a and a watchdog timer (WDT) 506b. The IAT circuit 506a is a circuit for monitoring whether or not the user program is correctly executed in the designated area, and has a function of outputting an IAT generation signal when detecting that the user program has been executed outside the designated area. In addition, the watchdog timer 506b has a function of generating a timeout signal every set period.

  The external bus interface 501 is a bus interface having an interface function between an external bus and an internal bus of a chip constituting the main control unit 41, an address bus, a data bus, and a direction control function of each control signal. The clock circuit 502 is a circuit that generates the internal system clock SCLK by dividing the control clock CCLK by two or the like. The verification block 503 has a function of connecting to an external verification machine and verifying a chip. The unique information storage circuit 504 is a circuit that stores a plurality of types of unique information serving as internal information of the main control unit 41. The arithmetic circuit 505 is a circuit that performs multiplication and division.

  The CPU 41a is a control CPU that executes a game control in the slot machine 1 by executing a user program (a game control processing program for game control) based on the control code read from the ROM 41b. When such game control is executed, a fixed data reading operation in which the CPU 41a reads fixed data from the ROM 41b, a variable data writing operation in which the CPU 41a writes various variable data in the RAM 41c and temporarily stores the same, and the CPU 41a is temporarily stored in the RAM 41c. A variable data reading operation for reading various kinds of variable data, a reception operation in which the CPU 41a receives an input of various signals from outside the main control unit 41 via the external bus interface 501, the parallel input port 511, the serial communication circuit 512, and the like; A transmission operation of outputting various signals to the outside of the main control unit 41 via the external bus interface 501, the serial communication circuit 512, the parallel output port 513, and the like is also performed.

  The ROM 41b stores control codes indicating user programs (game control processing programs for game control), fixed data, and the like. The RAM 41c provides a work area for game control and the like. Here, at least a part of the RAM 41c may be a backup RAM backed up by a backup power supply. That is, even if the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped, at least a part of the contents of the RAM 41c is stored for a predetermined period.

  As the free-run counter circuit 507, an 8-bit free-run counter is mounted. The random number circuits 508a and 508b are circuits that generate numerical data such as an 8-bit random number and a 16-bit random number, which are random numbers having a predetermined update range. In this embodiment, the hardware random number generated by the 16-bit random number circuit 508b among the random number circuits 508a and 508b is used as a random number for an internal lottery described later. The timer circuit 509 is a 16-bit programmable timer, counts down the set timer value based on the input of the control clock CCLK, and outputs an interrupt request signal to the interrupt controller when the timer value reaches 0000H. In this embodiment, it is possible to perform a periodic interrupt request and time measurement using the timer circuit 509.

  The interrupt controller 510 is a circuit that controls an external interrupt request from an interrupt terminal and an internal peripheral circuit (for example, a serial communication circuit 512, random number circuits 508a and 508b, and a timer circuit 509). . The parallel input port 511 includes an input-only port having a width of 8 bits. The parallel output port 513 provided in the main control unit 41 shown in FIG. 4 includes an output-only port having an 11-bit width. The serial communication circuit 512 is a circuit that performs asynchronous serial communication in input / output to / from the outside.

  The address decode circuit 514 is a circuit for decoding each functional block inside the main control unit 41 and decoding a chip select signal which is a decode signal for an external device. The chip select signal allows the internal circuit of the main control unit 41 or an external device serving as a peripheral device to selectively operate effectively, thereby enabling access from the CPU 41a.

  For example, when the main control unit 41 accesses an area of the storage area of the ROM 41b in which a program or the like is not stored, or accesses an area of the storage area of the RAM 41c for which access prohibition is set. That is, by causing an illegal access reset when an access is made to a memory area that is not accessed in a normal operation, the progress of the game is disabled. Even if an unauthorized program is stored in an area unrelated to the above, an unused area of the RAM 41c, or the like, the execution of the unauthorized program can be prevented.

  The main control unit 41 is activated by the occurrence of an internal or external reset. At this time, the main control unit 41 assigns a value set in a vector table assigned to the ROM 41b and set to the start address of the interrupt processing. Is a value indicating unused or a value indicating an area where a program or the like is actually stored. It is possible to prevent in advance that an unintended process is executed due to occurrence or the like.

  The main control unit 41 transmits various commands to the sub control unit 91 via the parallel output port 513. The command transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91 is transmitted in only one direction, and the command is not transmitted from the sub control unit 91 to the main control unit 41. In the present embodiment, the command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 via the parallel output port 513, that is, the command is transmitted as a parallel signal. A configuration for transmitting a command to the sub-control unit 91, that is, a configuration for transmitting the command as a serial signal may be employed.

  In addition, the main control unit 41 receives detection states of various switches connected to the game control board 40 from the parallel input port 511. Then, the main control unit 41 executes a basic process of shifting stepwise according to the detection states of various switches input from the parallel input port 511. Further, the main control unit 41 can execute the interrupt process by interrupting the basic process when an interrupt occurs. In the present embodiment, the timer interrupt processing (main) is executed when a timeout has occurred in the timer circuit 509, that is, at regular time intervals (about 0.56 ms in the present embodiment). Further, the main control unit 41 is set to prohibit other interrupts during execution of the interrupt processing, and when a plurality of interrupts occur simultaneously, the main control unit 41 gives priority to a predetermined order. Interrupts to execute are set. If another interrupt factor occurs during the execution of the interrupt process and the interrupt factor continues even after the interrupt process is completed, a new interrupt occurs at that time. It will be.

  The main control unit 41 repeatedly loops processing according to the control state until the detection state of various switches connected to the game control board 40 changes as basic processing, and responds to the change in the detection state of various switches. Execute the process of shifting in stages. In addition, the main control unit 41 executes the timer interrupt processing (main) at regular time intervals (about 0.56 ms in the present embodiment). Note that the execution interval of the timer interrupt processing (main) is set to a time longer than the sum of the time taken for the repetition of the processing according to the control state in the basic processing and the execution time of the timer interrupt processing (main). Thus, at least one cycle of the process repeated according to the control state between the current and next timer interrupt processes (main) is performed at least.

  To the effect control board 90, effect devices such as a liquid crystal display 51, effect LED 52, speakers 53 and 54, reel LED 55, etc. are connected. It is driven based on the control by the unit 91. In this embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 mounted on the effect control board 90 controls the output of the effect devices such as the liquid crystal display 51, the effect LED 52, the speakers 53 and 54, and the reel LED 55. However, an output control unit that directly performs output control of the effect device separately from the sub-control unit 91 is mounted on the effect control board 90 or another board, and the sub-control unit 91 is based on a command from the main control unit 41. The output pattern of the rendering device may be determined, and the output control unit may control the output of the rendering device based on the output pattern determined by the sub-control unit 91. In such a configuration, the sub-control unit 91 and the output control The output control of the rendering device is performed by both of the units. Further, in the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display 51, the effect LED 52, the speakers 53 and 54, and the reel LED 55 are illustrated as the effect devices, but the effect device is not limited to these, and for example, a display that is driven mechanically. A device or a mechanically driven role object may be applied as the rendering device.

  The effect control board 90 is composed of a microcomputer having a sub CPU 91a, a ROM 91b, a RAM 91c, and an I / O port 91d, and controls an effect, and a liquid crystal display 51 connected to the effect control board 90. A display control circuit 92 for performing display control of the display, an effect effect LED 52, an LED drive circuit 93 for controlling the drive of the reel LED 55, an audio output circuit 94 for controlling the audio output from the speakers 53 and 54, A reset circuit 95 for providing a reset signal to the sub CPU 91a when an initialization command from the sub CPU 91a is not input for a predetermined time; a switch detection circuit 96 for detecting a detection signal input from switches connected to the effect control board 90; A clock device 97 that outputs time information including date information and time information; The power supply voltage supplied to the lot machine 1 is monitored, and when a voltage drop is detected, a power cutoff detection circuit 98 that outputs a voltage drop signal indicating the voltage drop to the sub CPU 91a, and other circuits are mounted. Have been.

  The sub CPU 91a receives commands transmitted from the game control board 40, performs various controls for performing the effect, and directly or indirectly controls each unit of the control circuit mounted on the effect control board 90. .

  In the reset circuit 95, the voltage at which the reset signal is released is set lower than that of the reset circuit 49 that supplies a system reset signal to the main control unit 41 in the game control board 40. When the power is turned on, the sub control unit 91 performs the main control. It is designed to be started earlier than the section 41. On the other hand, in the power interruption detection circuit 98, the voltage at which the voltage drop signal is output is set to be lower than that of the power interruption detection circuit 48 which outputs the voltage drop signal to the main control unit 41 in the game control board 40. In, the sub-control unit 91 detects a power failure at a later stage than the main control unit 41, and performs a power interruption process (sub) described later.

  The sub-control unit 91 has an interrupt function similarly to the main control unit 41, generates an interrupt when receiving a command from the main control unit 41, and acquires the command transmitted from the main control unit 41. , Execute the command reception interrupt processing stored in the buffer. Further, the sub-control unit 91 generates an interrupt every time the number of input system clocks reaches a certain number, that is, at certain time intervals (about 2 ms), and executes a timer interrupt process (sub) described later. Further, unlike the main control unit 41, when an interrupt occurs based on the reception of a command, the sub-control unit 91 interrupts the timer interrupt process (sub) even during execution of the process. , A command reception interrupt process is executed, and even if interrupts that trigger the timer interrupt process (sub) occur simultaneously, the command reception interrupt process is executed with the highest priority. The backup power is also supplied to the sub-control unit 91 at the time of a power failure, and the data stored in the RAM 91c is retained while the backup power is supplied.

  In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the payout rate of medals changes according to the set value. More specifically, the medal payout rate is changed by using a winning probability according to a set value in a lottery that affects the degree of advantage to a player, such as an internal lottery, a navigation stock lottery, and an additional lottery described later. The set value is made up of six levels from 1 to 6, with 6 being the highest payout rate and the payout rate decreasing as the value decreases in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. That is, when 6 is set as the set value, the advantage is the highest for the player, and as the value decreases in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1, the advantage gradually decreases.

  In order to change the setting value, it is necessary to turn on the power of the slot machine 1 after turning on the setting key switch 37. When the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the power is turned on, the setting value read from the RAM 41c is displayed on the setting value display 24 as a display value, and the setting value can be changed by operating the reset / setting switch 38. Move to change state. When the reset / setting switch 38 is operated in the setting change state, the display value displayed on the set value display 24 is updated by one (when further operated from the set value 6, the set value is changed to 1). Return). Then, when the start switch 7 is operated, the display value is determined as the set value. Then, when the setting key switch 37 is turned off, the determined display value (set value) is stored in the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41, and the state shifts to a state where the game can proceed.

  When the power is turned on while the setting key switch 37 is turned on, the configuration may be changed to the setting change state on condition that the door opening detection switch 25 detects that the front door 1b is opened. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the setting from being illegally changed while the front door 1b is not opened. Further, in a configuration in which the state is changed to the setting change state on condition that the detection corresponding to the opening of the front door 1b is performed, the door opening detection switch 25 is used to respond to the opening of the front door 1b after shifting to the setting change state. It is preferable that the setting change state is maintained even if the detection of the change is not performed. Therefore, even if the front door 1b is temporarily closed during the setting change, the operation for shifting to the setting change state again is performed. It is not necessary, and the setting change operation does not become complicated. Further, when the setting key switch 37 is turned off after the start switch 7 is operated and the set value is determined after shifting to the setting change state, the door opening detection switch 25 detects the opening corresponding to the opening of the front door 1b. It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the setting change state is ended and the game can proceed to a possible state, provided that the front door 1b is not opened even in such a configuration. It is possible to prevent the setting from being changed.

  In order to confirm the set value, after the game is over, the setting key switch 37 may be turned on in a state where the bet amount is not set. When the setting key switch 37 is turned on in such a situation, the setting value read out from the RAM 41c is displayed on the setting value display 24, thereby shifting to a setting check state in which the setting value can be checked. In the setting confirmation state, the progress of the game is not possible, and by setting the setting key switch 37 to the off state, the setting confirmation state ends, and the game returns to a state in which the game can proceed.

  After the game, when the setting key switch 37 is turned on in a state where the bet amount is not set, the door opening detection switch 25 must detect that the front door 1b has been opened. Alternatively, the configuration may be changed to a setting confirmation state. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a setting value from being illegally confirmed in a state where the front door 1b is not opened. Further, in a configuration in which the state is shifted to the setting confirmation state on condition that the detection corresponding to the opening of the front door 1b is performed, the door opening detection switch 25 responds to the opening of the front door 1b after shifting to the setting confirmation state. It is preferable that the setting confirmation state be maintained even if the detection of the setting is not detected. Therefore, even if the front door 1b is temporarily closed during the setting confirmation, the operation for shifting to the setting confirmation state again is performed. It is not necessary, and the setting confirmation operation does not become complicated. When the setting key switch 37 is turned off after the start switch 7 is operated and the set value is determined after shifting to the setting confirmation state, the door opening detection switch 25 detects the opening corresponding to the opening of the front door 1b. It is also possible to have a configuration in which the setting confirmation state is terminated and the game can be advanced to a state in which the game can be advanced, provided that the front door 1b is not opened even in such a configuration. It is possible to prevent the setting value from being confirmed.

  In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the voltage drop signal from the power interruption detection circuit 48 is detected every time the timer interrupt processing (main) is executed. When the determination process is performed and it is determined that the voltage drop signal is detected in the power failure determination process, the power interruption process (main) for setting data for determining whether the data in the RAM 41c is normal at the next recovery is performed. Execute.

  Then, the main control unit 41 returns the processing state of the main control unit 41 to the state before the power failure based on the data stored in the RAM 41c, on condition that the data in the RAM 41c is normal at the time of startup. However, if the data of the RAM 41c is not normal, it is determined that the RAM is abnormal, the RAM abnormal error code is set in the register and the RAM is controlled to the abnormal error state, and the progress of the game is disabled.

  The error state is a normal error state that is released by a reset operation (operation of the reset / setting switch 38 or the reset switch 23), and the state is changed to the above-described setting change state and is released until a new set value is set. There is no special error state, and the RAM abnormal error state is a special error state. Once controlled to the RAM abnormal error state, the state shifts to the setting change state and is released until a new set value is set Never be.

  The sub-control unit 91 also determines whether or not the voltage drop signal from the power interruption detection circuit 98 has been detected in the timer interrupt processing (sub), and when it is determined that the voltage drop signal has been detected, At the next recovery, a power interruption process (sub) for setting data for determining whether the data in the RAM 91c is normal is executed.

  Then, the sub-control unit 91 returns the processing state of the sub-control unit 91 to the state before the power interruption based on the data stored in the RAM 91c, on condition that the data in the RAM 91c is normal at the time of activation. However, if the data in the RAM 91c is not normal, it is determined that the RAM is abnormal, and the RAM 91c is initialized. In this case, unlike the main control unit 41, the execution of the effect is not disabled only by initializing the RAM 91c.

  Further, even when it is determined that the data in the RAM 91c is normal at the time of the startup, the sub-control unit 91 receives the setting command described later indicating that the state has shifted to the setting change state from the main control unit 41. The RAM 91c is also initialized when neither the later-described return command nor the setting command indicating that the control state of the main control unit 41 has returned after a certain period of time has elapsed. Also in this case, the execution of the effect is not disabled only by initializing the RAM 91c.

  Next, initialization of the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41 will be described. The usable area of the storage area of the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41 is divided into an important work, a special work, a general work, an unused area, and a stack area, and an important work, a special work, a general work, and an unused area. , And the stack area.

  In this embodiment, the main control unit 41 determines whether the data in the RAM 41c is destroyed when the setting key switch 37 is turned off and the data in the RAM 41c is destroyed when the setting key switch 37 is turned on. When the data is not destroyed, when the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the data in the RAM 41c is destroyed, when the setting change is completed, when a specific game state is completed, and when one game is completed, the number is changed from six. When the following initialization conditions are satisfied, four types of initialization with different areas to be initialized are performed according to the respective initialization conditions.

  Initialization 0 is performed when the data in the RAM 41c is destroyed when the setting key switch 37 is turned off and the data in the RAM 41c is destroyed when the setting key switch 37 is started while the setting key switch 37 is turned on. In the initialization 0, all the available areas are initialized. Initialization 1 is an initialization performed when the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the data in the RAM 41c is not destroyed at the time of startup. In the initialization 1, the usable area other than the important work and the special work is included. Area is initialized. The initialization 2 is an initialization performed at the end of a specific gaming state. In the initialization 2, a general work, an unused area, and an unused stack area among available areas are initialized. The initialization 3 is an initialization performed at the end of one game. In the initialization 3, an unused area and an unused stack area of the available area are initialized. The storage area for the set value and the data indicating the gaming state is allocated to the special work, and when the data in the RAM 41c is not destroyed at the time of startup with the setting key switch 37 being ON, ie, the data in the RAM 41c If the setting is changed normally, the data indicating the set value and the game state will be held. A storage area for a timer counter, which will be described later, is allocated to a special work, and is held without being initialized at the end of a game or at the end of a specific game state.

  When the main control unit 41 according to the present embodiment is activated by the occurrence of a reset, the main control unit 41 performs a startup setting. In the setting at the time of starting, the status flag provided in the main control unit 41 is initialized. The status flag is data that holds the state of the operation result or execution result of the instruction, and particularly includes an interrupt master permission flag for setting the inhibition / permission of the interrupt. Since the initial value of the interrupt master permission flag is a value indicating that the interrupt is prohibited, the main control unit 41 starts up in a state where the interrupt is prohibited. After that, after setting various functions with reference to HW parameters to be described later, according to the program stored in the program / data area, when a reset occurs, the apparatus is started in an interrupt prohibited state, and then executed first. Start the initial setting process.

  Then, in the initial setting process, when it is determined that the setting key switch 37 is ON at the time of startup in the initial setting process, the main control unit 41 shifts to the setting changing process, and initializes the RAM 41c at the start of the setting changing process. I do. At this time, if the data in the RAM 41c is normal, the important work and the special work are retained and the other areas are initialized, so that the control state (setting value, game state, etc.) before the change even after the setting is changed. If the data in the RAM 41c is not normal while a part of the data can be retained, the entire area of the usable area including the important work and the special work is initialized, so that the abnormality in the data in the RAM 41c is ensured. It can be eliminated.

  Further, after the end of the setting change process, the main control unit 41 executes a main process of performing a process stepwise according to the progress of the game for each game unit. In the main process, the RAM 41c is initialized for each game unit, and the RAM 41c is also initialized at the end of the setting change process. Then, after the setting change processing is completed, the main processing is started from the stage before the processing of initializing the RAM 41c in the main processing, and the initialization of the RAM 41c after the completion of the setting change processing and the game unit The initialization of each RAM 41c can be performed by a common process.

  In the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, a prescribed number of bets (3 in RT0 to 4 and 2 in RB) that can be set according to the gaming state (RT0 to RT4, RB) is defined. Therefore, the game can be started on the condition that a predetermined number of bets determined according to the game state is set. In the present embodiment, the pay line LN is activated when a prescribed number of bets is set according to the gaming state.

  In this embodiment, when all the reels 2L, 2C, 2R are stopped, the activated pay line (in this embodiment, all the pay lines are always activated. A winning combination is achieved when a combination of symbols called combinations is arranged on the winning line that has been formed (hereinafter, simply referred to as a winning line). The combination may be a combination of the same symbols or a combination including different symbols.

  The types of winning combinations are determined according to the state of the game, but can be broadly divided into small winning combinations with medal payout and re-starting so that the next game can be started without setting the number of bets. There are a gaming role and a special role accompanied by a transition to a gaming state advantageous to the player. Hereinafter, the small role and the replaying role are also collectively referred to as a general role. In order for the winning of each combination determined according to the gaming state to occur, it is necessary to win the internal lottery described later and set the winning flag of the combination in the RAM 41c. Note that among the winning flags of these roles, the winning flags of the small role and the replaying role are valid only in the game in which the flag is set, and are invalid in the next game. The combination is enabled until the combination of the permitted combinations is completed by the flag, and is invalid in the game in which the combination of the permitted combinations is completed. That is, once the winning flag of the special role is won, even if the combination of the roles permitted by the flag cannot be aligned, the winning flag is not invalidated and is carried over to the next game. Becomes

  Hereinafter, the internal lottery of the present embodiment will be described. In the internal lottery, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not to permit winning of each of the above-mentioned roles before the display results of all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are derived (specifically, the start switch 7). At the time of detection). In the internal lottery, first, when the start switch 7 is detected, a random number for the internal lottery (an integer from 0 to 65535) is obtained. Specifically, the value generated by the random number circuit 508b and stored in the random number value register of the random number circuit 508b is set in the lottery work assigned to the RAM 41c. Then, for each combination determined according to the gaming state (RT0-4, RB), numerical data stored in the lottery work, and each combination determined according to the current gaming state, the number of bets, and the set value. It is determined whether or not a winning is permitted according to the number of determination values of.

  In the internal lottery, the number of determination values determined according to the role to be subjected to the internal lottery, the current game state and the set value are sequentially changed to the random number value for the internal lottery (numerical data stored in the lottery work). If the result of the addition overflows, it is determined that the winning combination has been won. For this reason, the winning combination is determined based on the probability (the number of judgment values / 65536) according to the magnitude of the number of judgment values.

  When the winning of any of the winning combinations is determined, the winning flag corresponding to the winning-determined winning combination is set in the internal winning flag storing work allocated to the RAM 41c. The internal winning flag storage work is composed of a 2-byte storage area, of which the upper byte is assigned as a special role storing work in which the special role winning flag is set, and the lower byte is a general role winning work. Assigned as a general role storage work for which the flag is set. Specifically, when the special combination is won, the special combination winning flag indicating that the special combination has been won is set in the special combination storing work, and the winning flag set in the general combination storing work is cleared. When the general role is won, a general role winning flag indicating that the general role has been won is set in the general role storing work. If any of the combinations and combinations of combinations are not won, only the general combination storage work is cleared.

  Next, stop control of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R will be described. The main control unit 41 refers to the table index and the table creation data stored in the ROM 41b when the rotation of the reels has started and when the reels have stopped and the reels that are still rotating still remain. Then, a stop control table is created for each rotating reel. When any one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R corresponding to the spinning reel is effectively detected, the stop control table of the corresponding reel is referred to, and the slippage of the stop control table referred to. Based on the number of frames, control is performed to stop the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R corresponding to the operated stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R.

  In this embodiment, a value of 0 to 4 is determined as the number of sliding frames, and it is possible to stop the reel by drawing up to four symbols after detecting the stop operation. In other words, the stop position of the symbol can be specified from a range of up to five frames including the stop operation position where the stop operation is detected. Further, since it is necessary to move one frame to move the reel for one symbol, it is possible to draw up to four symbols and stop the reel after detecting the stop operation. The stop position of the symbol can be designated from a maximum of five symbols including the operation position.

  In the present embodiment, if any one of the winning combinations is won, when the stop operation is performed, the winning combinations within the pull-in range of a maximum of four frames can be aligned and stopped on the pay line. If possible, a control is performed to stop the rolls in a uniform manner, and for the winning combination, a control is performed to stop the rolls without aligning them in the pull-in range of a maximum of four frames. When the special role and the small role are elected at the same time, such as when the small role is elected while the special role has been carried over from before the previous game, when the stop operation is performed, the maximum If it is possible to stop all the winning combinations in the 4-frame pull-in range, control is performed to align and stop the winning small roles. If it is not possible to draw in, if it is possible to stop all the special roles that have been won in the pay-in range of a maximum of four frames on the winning line, control will be performed to align and stop them. That is, control is performed to stop the four frames without being aligned in the pull-in range. That is, in such a case, the control for aligning the small role on the pay line is given priority over the special role, and the special role can be won only when the small role cannot be drawn. When the special role and the small role can be drawn in at the same time, only the small role is drawn in, and the small role and the special role are not aligned on the winning line at the same time. In addition, when the special role and the small role are elected at the same time, the control to arrange the special role on the winning line has priority over the small role, and only when the special role cannot be drawn, the small role is placed on the winning line. Alignment control may be performed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the special role and the replaying role are simultaneously won, for example, when the replaying role is won while the special role has been carried over from before the previous game, a stop operation is performed. At this time, a control is performed in which the symbols of the replaying game are aligned and stopped within a pull-in range of a maximum of four frames on the winning line. In this case, the symbols constituting the replaying game or the symbols forming the replaying game simultaneously won are arranged within 5 symbols, that is, at intervals of 4 frames or less on any of the reels 2L, 2C and 2R. Since the stop can be stopped at an arbitrary position within the pull-in range of 4 frames, if the special role and the replaying role are simultaneously won, regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R by the player. Instead, the re-game players will always win. In other words, in such a case, the control for aligning the re-gaming combination on the winning line is given priority over the special combination, and the re-gaming combination always wins. When the special role and the replaying role can be drawn in at the same time, only the replaying role is drawn in and the special role does not coincide with the replaying role on the winning line.

  In this embodiment, the reel stop control is performed by using the stop control table that can specify the number of sliding frames for each timing at which the stop operation is performed. A configuration in which the stop position is specified from the table and stop control for stopping the reel at the specified stop position is performed.The stop position that can be stopped at the timing of the stop operation is searched without using the stop control table or the stop position table. Specified and configured to perform stop control to stop the reel at the specified stop position, stop control using stop control table, stop control using stop position table, stop possible without using stop control table or stop position table A configuration in which stop control by searching and specifying a stop position is used together, and a configuration in which stop control is performed by partially changing the stop control table and stop position table It may be.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 counts the game time, which is the time that has elapsed since the start of the game, each time the reel rotation is started, that is, the time elapsed from the start of the reel rotation. After the end of one game, when a predetermined number of bets is set by inserting medals or the like and the game start operation is performed in a state where the game start operation is enabled, the reel rotation of the previous game is started. If the game time from which the timing was started is equal to or longer than the specified time (4.1 seconds in this embodiment), that is, if the specified time has elapsed since the start of reel rotation of the previous game, no wait is generated. At that time, the rotation of the reel for the game in the game is started. On the other hand, after the end of one game, when a predetermined number of bets is set by inserting medals or the like and the game start operation is performed in a state where the game start operation is enabled, the reel rotation of the previous game is started. If the game time that started counting from the point in time is less than the specified time, that is, if the specified time has not elapsed since the start of reel rotation in the previous game, a wait is generated and the reel rotation is started at that point. Instead, the game waits until the game time that has started timing from the start of reel rotation of the previous game reaches a specified time, and starts reel rotation when the specified time is reached.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 performs control to output an external output signal indicating a game state, an error occurrence state, and the like. These external output signals are output to a hall device such as a hall computer through an external output board 1000 and an information providing terminal board of a game shop (hall) in which the slot machine 1 is installed.

  The main control unit 41 provides a medal IN signal indicating the number of medals used for setting the number of bets, a medal OUT signal indicating the number of medals awarded to the player due to the occurrence of a prize, and a gaming state during RB (regular bonus). RB signal indicating that the game state is BB (Big Bonus), an BB signal indicating that a game state is starting, an ART signal indicating the start of ART described later, a door opening signal indicating that the front door 1b is opening, and a later described A setting change signal indicating that the mode has shifted to the setting change mode, a throwing error signal indicating an abnormality of the medal selector, and a payout error signal indicating an abnormality of the hopper unit 34 are output.

  The external output board 1000 is provided with a relay circuit, a parallel-serial conversion circuit, and a terminal for each output signal, and is provided with a connector to be electrically connected to a circuit of the information providing terminal board. Among the signals output from the game control board 40, the medal IN signal, the medal OUT signal, the RB signal, the BB signal, and the ART signal are directly output as pulse signals to the information providing terminal board via the relay circuit. . On the other hand, the door opening signal, the setting change signal, the closing error signal, and the dispensing error signal are converted by a parallel-serial conversion circuit into security signals, which are serial signals that can be individually identified, and information is provided. Output to terminal board.

  Next, a command transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91 will be described.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 sends a number-of-inserted command, a credit command, a game status command, an ART status command, an internal winning command, a freeze command, an ART lottery result command, and reel acceleration information 1 to the sub control unit 91. Command, reel acceleration information 2 command, stop operation command, number of sliding frames command, stop command, game end command, winning number command, payout start command, payout end command, standby command, stop command, error command, return command, A plurality of types of commands including a setting command, a setting confirmation command, a door command, and an operation detection command are transmitted. These commands are composed of 1-byte type data indicating the type of the command and 1-byte extended data indicating the content of the command. The sub-control unit 91 can determine the type of the command from the type data.

  The inserted number command is a command capable of specifying the inserted number of medals, that is, the number of medals used for setting the bet amount, and is a state from the end of the game (after changing the setting) to the start of the game. Or, when a medal is inserted in a state where the specified number of bets is not set, or when the MAXBET switch 6 is operated to set the number of bets, this is transmitted. Further, since the inserted number command is transmitted when the operation of setting the bet amount is performed, it is possible to specify that the operation of setting the bet amount has been performed by receiving the inserted number command.

  The credit command is a command capable of specifying the number of medals stored as credit, and is a state from the end of the game (after changing the setting) to the start of the game. In a state in which a specified number of bets is set, Sent when medals are inserted and credits are added.

  The game state command is a command that can specify the game state (RT0 to 4, RB) of the game, and is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated and the game is started.

  The ART state command is a command capable of specifying whether or not AT is being performed, whether or not ART is being performed, the number of remaining games until reaching a prescribed number of games to be described later, the number of remaining games in the precursor period, and the number of remaining games of ART. , When the game starts, and is transmitted after the game state command.

  The internal winning command is a command capable of specifying an internal lottery result, and is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated to start the game and after the ART state command. The internal winning command includes a first internal winning command and a second internal winning command, and a notification target role (push order bell, replay GR1-6, replay GR11-13) targeted for navigation notification in the internal lottery. , Replay GR21-26), if the navigation notification is performed (when the navigation notification is performed during the AT or during the non-AT), the type of the selected notification target role is also advantageous to the player. If the first internal winning command that can also specify the stop order is transmitted and navigation notification is not performed (when navigation notification is not performed during non-AT), the type of the winning notification target role is specified. A second internal winning command is transmitted, which is a possible but not advantageous stop order for the player.

  Since the game state command, the ART state command, and the internal winning command are transmitted when the game is started by operating the start switch 7, by receiving these commands, the start switch 7 is operated to start the game. It can be specified.

  The freeze command is a command that can specify whether or not the game is controlled to be in a freeze state that delays the progress of the game for a predetermined period of time in the game, and when the game is controlled to be in the freeze state, the type thereof can be specified. And transmitted after transmitting the internal winning command.

  The ART lottery result command is a command that can specify whether or not an ART lottery, which will be described later, has been won, and is transmitted when the game is started and after the internal lottery command is transmitted in the game in which the ART lottery is performed. .

  The reel acceleration information 1 command is a command that can specify that the rotation of the reels starts with the progress of the game, and is transmitted when the rotation of the reels starts with the progress of the game. It is also transmitted when the rotation of the reel is started with the end of the freeze state. Therefore, after the start of the freeze state is specified by the freeze command, the game is advanced by receiving the reel acceleration information 1 command. Accordingly, it is possible to specify not only the start of the reel rotation but also the end of the freeze state.

  The reel acceleration information 2 command is a command that can specify the start of the reel effect performed in the freeze state, and is transmitted when the reel fluctuation accompanying the reel effect is started in the freeze state. Since the reel acceleration information 2 command is transmitted when the reel change accompanying the reel effect is started in the freeze state, the reel acceleration information 2 command is received to specify that the reel effect has started in the freeze state. It is possible.

  The stop operation command is a command that can specify whether the reel to be stopped is the left reel, the middle reel, or the right reel, and the area number of the stop operation position of the corresponding reel. It is transmitted each time the accompanying stop control is performed.

  The number of sliding frames command is a command capable of specifying whether the reel to be stopped is the left reel, the middle reel, or the right reel, or the number of sliding frames to be moved from when the corresponding reel is stopped to when it is stopped. Each time the stop control associated with the stop operation of each reel is performed, it is transmitted after the corresponding stop operation command is transmitted.

  The stop command is a command capable of specifying whether the reel to be stopped is the left reel, the middle reel, or the right reel, and the area number of the stop position of the corresponding reel, and the stop control accompanying the stop operation of each reel. Is transmitted after the corresponding slide frame number command is transmitted.

  The stop operation command, the number of sliding frames command, and the stop command can specify whether the reel to be stopped is a left reel, a middle reel, or a right reel, and is associated with the stop operation of each reel. Since the command is transmitted every time the stop control is performed, by receiving these commands, it is possible to specify that any one of the reels has been stopped and the reel to be stopped.

  The game end command is a command that can specify that the game has ended, and is transmitted when the player presses a stop switch to stop the third stop reel and releases the stop switch.

  The winning number command is a command capable of specifying the combination of symbols aligned on the winning line LN, the presence or absence of a winning, the type of winning, and the number of medals to be paid out at the time of winning, so that the player stops the third stop reel. This is when the stop switch is pressed down and the stop switch is released, and is transmitted after the transmission of the game end command.

  Since both the game end command and the winning number command are transmitted when the player presses the stop switch to stop the third stop reel and releases the stop switch, by receiving these commands, It is possible to specify that all the operations necessary to advance one game are completed.

  The payout start command is a command for notifying the start of payout of medals, and is transmitted when the payout of medals due to winning or the settlement of credits (including medals used for setting the number of bets) is started. The payout end command is a command for notifying the end of payout of medals, and is transmitted when payout of medals due to winning and credit settlement is completed.

  The standby command is a command indicating that a transition to a standby state is performed. After the end of one game, when the estimated end time (60 seconds in this embodiment) elapses without a bet amount being set and a transition is made to the standby state, a credit is issued. The payout of the medals due to the settlement of the medals (including the medals used for setting the number of bets) is completed, and is transmitted after the payout end command is transmitted.

  The stop command is a command indicating the occurrence or release of the stop state. After the BB ends, the stop command indicating the occurrence of the stop state is transmitted when the ending effect waiting time has elapsed, and the reset operation is performed. At the time when the stop state is released, a stop command indicating the release of the stop state is transmitted.

  The error command is a command that indicates the occurrence or release of an error state and the type of the error state.When an error is determined, and when the state is controlled to the error state, an error command that indicates the occurrence and the type of the error state is transmitted and reset. When the operation is performed and the error state is released, an error command indicating the release of the error state is transmitted.

  The return command is a command indicating that the main control unit 41 has returned to the control state before the power failure, and is transmitted when the main control unit 41 has returned to the control state before the power failure at the time of activation.

  The setting command is a command that indicates the start or end of the setting change state, the setting value after the setting change, a setting command indicating the start of the setting change state is transmitted at the time of transition to the setting change state, and when the setting change state ends, A setting command indicating the end of the setting change state and the setting value after the setting change is transmitted. In addition, since the control state of the main control unit 41 is initialized along with the transition to the setting change state, it is possible to specify that the control state of the main control unit 41 has been initialized by the setting command indicating the start of setting. .

  The setting confirmation command is a command that indicates the start or end of the setting confirmation state. A setting confirmation command that indicates the start of the setting confirmation is sent when moving to the setting confirmation state, and a setting that indicates the end of the setting confirmation when the setting confirmation state ends. A confirmation command is sent.

  The door command is a command indicating the detection state of the door open detection switch 25, that is, on (open state) / off (closed state), at power-on, at the end of one game (after the end of the game, the bet amount of the next game). Before the setting can be started) and when the detection state of the door opening detection switch 25 changes (from on to off, from off to on).

  The operation detection command is a command indicating a detection state (on / off) of operation switches (MAX BET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switch 8L, 8C, 8R), and is transmitted at regular intervals.

  Of these commands, commands other than the door command and the operation detection command are generated in the basic processing, temporarily stored in a command queue provided in the RAM 41c, and transmitted in the subsequent command transmission processing of the timer interrupt processing (main). You.

  On the other hand, the door command is generated in the door monitoring process of the timer interruption process (main), is temporarily stored in a command queue provided in the RAM 41c, and is transmitted in the subsequent command transmission process of the timer interruption process (main). You.

  The operation detection command is generated based on the detection state of the switch every time the command transmission processing of the timer interrupt processing (main) is executed ten times, and is temporarily stored in a command queue provided in the RAM 41c. Is transmitted in the command transmission processing of the subsequent timer interruption processing (main).

  Next, the control of the effect performed by the sub-control unit 91 based on the command transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the effect control board 90 will be described. When receiving a command from the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 executes a command reception interrupt process. In the command reception interrupt processing, the command acquired from the command transmission line is stored in a reception buffer provided in the RAM 91c.

  In the timer interrupt processing (sub), the sub control unit 91 determines whether or not an unprocessed command is stored in the reception buffer. The control pattern table stored in the ROM 91b is referred to based on the command received in the step, and the liquid crystal display 51, the effect LED 52, the speakers 53 and 54, the reel LED 55, and the like are controlled based on the control contents registered in the control pattern table. Controls the output of various effect devices. In the control pattern table, for each of a plurality of types of effect patterns, the display pattern of the liquid crystal display 51 corresponding to the type of command, the lighting mode of the effect LED 52, the output mode of the speakers 53 and 54, the lighting mode of the reel LED 55, and the like. The control patterns of these effect devices are registered, and when receiving the command, the sub-control unit 91 sets the control pattern of the control pattern registered in the control pattern table corresponding to the effect pattern set in the RAM 91c in the game. The control device refers to the control pattern corresponding to the type of the received command, and controls the output of the effect device based on the control pattern. As a result, an effect according to the effect pattern and the progress of the game is executed.

  When a new command is received during the execution of the effect triggered by the reception of a certain command, the sub-control unit 91 stops the effect based on the control pattern being executed, and returns to the newly received command. An effect based on the corresponding control pattern is executed. In other words, when a new command is received even in a state where the production has not been completed to the end, the production that was being executed is canceled and a new production is performed unless the received new command is not a command that triggers a new production. An effect based on the command will be executed.

  The effect pattern is selected at the selection rate according to the result of the internal lottery indicated by the internal winning command when the internal winning command is received, and is set in the RAM 91c. The selection rate of the effect pattern is registered in the effect table stored in the ROM 91b. When the internal control command is received, the sub-control unit 91 sets the effect in the effect table according to the result of the internal lottery indicated by the internal win command. With reference to the registered selection rate, one of a plurality of effect patterns is selected from the plurality of effect patterns in accordance with the selected rate, and the selected effect pattern is set as the effect pattern of the game in the RAM 91c. Also, even if the same command is received, different control patterns are selected depending on the effect pattern selected at the time of receiving the internal winning command, and as a result, different effects may be performed depending on the effect pattern.

  FIG. 6 is an address map of a memory area used by the main control unit 41. As shown in FIG. 6, the memory area used by the main control unit 41 includes a memory area (0000H to 7FFFH) allocated to the ROM 41b and a memory area (8000H to FFFFH) allocated to the RAM 41c.

  The memory area of the ROM 41b includes a program / data area (0000H to 26FFH) in which programs and fixed data are stored, a ROM comment area (2700H to 277FH) in which arbitrary data such as a program title and version can be set, A vector table area (2780H to 27A7H) in which an upper address of a subroutine of a CALLV instruction to be executed and a start address of a timer interrupt process (main) are set, and parameters for setting internal functions of the main control unit 41 by hardware. Are set, and an unused area (2800H to 7FFFH) where access is prohibited is included.

  The memory area of the RAM 41c includes an available area (8000H to 81FFH) usable as a work and an internal function register area (9000H to 8000H) in which a register group for controlling each function mounted on the main control unit 41 is stored. 9080H) and unused areas (8200H to 8FFFFH, 9081H to FFFFH) where access is prohibited.

  The parameters set in the HW parameter area in the ROM 41b include the last address (HPREND) of the ROM area used in the program / data area, the start address (HRAMSTAT) and the last address (HRAMEND) of the RAM area whose access is prohibited.

  FIG. 7 is an address map of the program / data area in the ROM 41b and the usable area in the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41.

  As shown in FIG. 7A, the program / data area in the ROM 41b includes a game program area in which a game program related to the progress of the game is stored, a game data area in which game data used by the game program is stored, It includes a use area 1, a non-game program area in which a non-game program not related to the progress of the game is stored, a non-game data area in which non-game data used by the non-game program is stored, and an unused area 2. .

  The progress of the game is to advance a series of processes constituting the game. In the case of a slot machine, the number of bets is set and the game can be started. Advancing the step of causing the reel to stop, deriving the display result, and the step of giving a value such as a medal according to the display result.

  A game program area related to the progress of the game and a non-game program not related to the progress of the game are separately allocated, and are allocated rearward in the storage area of the ROM 41b among the game program area and the non-program area. Since the unused area 1 having at least 16 bytes or more is allocated to the area before the non-program area, the storage area includes a game program area related to the progress of the game and a non-game program not related to the progress of the game. Can be easily specified according to the difference between

  Further, the game program area and the game data area, and the non-game program area and the non-game data area are respectively allocated to continuous areas, while the game program area and the game data area related to the progress of the game and the non-game data area related to the progress of the game. Since the game program and the non-game data area are allocated to areas that are not continuous across the unused area 1 of at least 16 bytes or more, the game program area and the game data area related to the progress of the game and the A non-game program and a non-game data area that are not related can be easily specified according to the difference in the storage area.

  In the above description, “before and after the storage area” means the magnitude relationship of the address values assigned to the storage area, with the smaller address being the front and the larger address being the rear. For this reason, a storage area allocated behind one storage area corresponds to a storage area having an address value larger than that of one storage area, and a storage area allocated ahead of one storage area. , A storage area having an address value smaller than that of one storage area.

  Further, a configuration may be adopted in which a game program is allocated behind the non-game program area, and an unused area is allocated in front of the game program allocated behind the non-game program area. A game program area related to the progress of the game and a non-game program not related to the progress of the game can be easily specified according to the difference in the storage area.

  Further, the game program area and the non-game program area may be allocated to areas adjacent to each other with the unused area 1 interposed therebetween. Even in such a configuration, a game program area related to the progress of the game, A non-game program that is not related to the progress of the game can be easily specified according to the difference in the storage area.

  Further, in the unused areas 1 and 2 of the program / data area of the ROM 41b, since 0 values are stored in all areas, a game program area and a game data area, a non-game program area and a non-game data, The unused areas 1 and 2 can be easily distinguished from each other, and even when illegal data is stored in the unused areas 1 and 2, it can be easily found.

  It should be noted that the configuration may be such that 1 is stored in all the unused areas 1 and 2 of the program / data area of the ROM 41b. Even in such a configuration, the game program area and the game data area and the non-game The program area and the non-game data can be easily distinguished from the unused areas 1 and 2, and even if invalid data is stored in the unused areas 1 and 2, it can be easily found. .

  In addition, both the game program area and the non-game program area start from the address (0H) of the same lower 4 digits when the address is expressed in binary notation, and the program / data area of the ROM 41b. Among them, the game program area related to the progress of the game and the non-game program area not related to the progress of the game can be easily distinguished from other areas.

  In addition, both the game program area and the non-game program area not only start from the address of the same lower 4 digits when the address is expressed in binary but also the lower 1 digit when the address is expressed in hexadecimal. Starts from the same address (0H) of 0, so that the game program area and the non-game program area can be easily distinguished from other areas not only in the case where the address is expressed in binary but also in the case where the address is expressed in hexadecimal. can do.

  In both the game program area and the non-game program area, regardless of whether the address is expressed in binary or hexadecimal, the lower N (N is a natural number of 1 or more) digits starts from the address having the same value. With such a configuration, the game program area and the non-game program area can be easily distinguished from other areas. For example, the lower N (N is a natural number of 1 or more) digit 1 is the same. The same effect can be obtained by a configuration starting from the address of (1).

  As shown in FIG. 7B, the usable area of the RAM 41c includes a game RAM area used as a work by the game program, a game stack area where the game program saves data, an unused area 3, and a non-game program. A non-game RAM area used as a work, a non-game stack area where the non-game program saves data, and an unused area 4 are included. In the present embodiment, the game stack area and the non-game stack area are individually provided in different areas. However, a configuration in which one stack area shared by the game program and the non-game program may be provided.

  Since the game RAM area and the non-game RAM area are allocated to areas that are not continuous across the unused area 3 of at least 16 bytes, a game RAM area used by a game program related to the progress of the game and a game RAM area The non-game RAM area used by the non-game program irrespective of the progress can be easily specified according to the difference in the storage area.

  Hereinafter, the game program area, the game data area, and the game RAM area may be collectively referred to as a game area, and the non-game program area, the non-game data area, and the non-game RAM area may be collectively referred to as a non-game area. . The unused area 1 and the unused area 2, the unused area 3 and the unused area 4 may be collectively referred to as an unused area.

  The main control unit 41, based on a parameter set in the HW parameter area, permits access to an available area of the RAM 41c when access to an area of the program / data area of the ROM 41b is prohibited. When an area other than the set area is accessed, when an area other than the program / data area in the ROM 41b is accessed, and when an area other than the usable area in the RAM 41c is accessed, That is, when an illegal access is reset when an access is made to a memory area that cannot be accessed in a normal operation, the progress of the game is disabled. Therefore, an unused area of the ROM 41b or an area unrelated to the operation is used. If an unauthorized program is stored in an unused area or the like of the RAM 41c, Even, it is possible to prevent illegal program from being executed.

  Particularly, in the present embodiment, a game program area and a non-game program area are allocated to a program / data area of the ROM 41b to which access is permitted by the program, and the program / data area is located before the non-game program area behind the game program area. An unused area 1 is allocated to the area, and a lump of the program / data area including the area from the start address of the game program area to the end address of the non-game program is set based on the parameters set in the HW parameter area. The access to the area (the area from the game program area to the non-game data area) is set to be permitted all at once, while the other areas, that is, the game programs, game data, non-game programs, Non-game data is not stored Because it is forbidden access to the area later than trick data, it is possible to prevent conducted unintended control by malware or illegal data.

  Further, in the program / data area of the ROM 41b to which access is permitted by the program, a game area is allocated behind the non-game program area, and an unused area is provided in an area before the game program area behind the non-game program area. Is assigned and, based on the parameters set in the HW parameter area, access to a group of areas including the area from the start address of the non-game program area to the end address of the game program in the program / data area is collectively performed. Even if the access is set to permission while access to other areas is prohibited, unintended control by an unauthorized program or unauthorized data can be prevented.

  A game program area and a non-game program area are allocated to the program / data area, and an unused area 1 is allocated to an area in front of the non-game program area behind the game program area. Of the areas, one area including the game program area (the area from the game program area to the game data area) and one area including the non-game program (the area from the non-game program area to the non-game data area) A configuration may be adopted in which access is set to allow access and access to other areas is prohibited. Even in such a configuration, access is made to an area of the program / data area where no game program or non-game program is stored. Access is prohibited, the intention of malicious programs and data Can be prevented without control will take place. Further, in the program / data area of the ROM 41b to which access is permitted by the program, a game area is allocated behind the non-game program area, and an unused area is provided in an area before the game program area behind the non-game program area. Are allocated, and among the program / data areas, a group including the game program area (area from the game program area to the game data area) and a group including the non-game program (from the non-game program area to the non-game Access to the data area) and access to other areas may be prohibited. Even in such a configuration, a game program or a non-game Access to an area where no program is stored Because There is inhibited, it is possible to prevent conducted unintended control by malware or illegal data.

  Further, in the above description, the area to which access is permitted in the program / data area itself is set. However, by setting the area to which access is prohibited in the program / data area, the area to which access is indirectly set is set. It is good also as a structure performed.

  The main control unit 41 determines, based on the parameters set in the HW parameter area, that the user program is executed in an area other than the designated area where the program traveling is permitted, that is, that the user program is executed in a normal operation. When the user program is executed in the non-existing area, the IAT circuit 506a outputs the IAT generation signal, thereby disabling the progress of the game. Therefore, the unused area of the ROM 41b, the area unrelated to the operation, and the unoccupied area of the RAM 41c. Even if an unauthorized program is stored in the use area or the like, the execution of the unauthorized program can be prevented.

  Particularly, in the present embodiment, a game program area and a non-game program area are allocated to a program / data area of the ROM 41b to which access is permitted by the program, and the program / data area is located before the non-game program area behind the game program area. The unused area 1 is allocated to the area, and the IAT circuit 506a permits the program run for each of the game program area and the non-game program area in the program / data area based on the parameters set in the HW parameter area. While the area is set as the designated area, the program running in the other area, that is, the area where the game program and the non-game program are not stored in the program / data area is prohibited. Control line It can be prevented been.

  Further, in the program / data area of the ROM 41b to which access is permitted by the program, a game area is allocated behind the non-game program area, and an unused area is provided in an area before the game program area behind the non-game program area. Is assigned, and based on the parameters set in the HW parameter area, the IAT circuit 506a sets each of the game program area and the non-game program area in the program / data area as a designated area in which the program running is permitted. Thus, even if the program running in other areas is prohibited, it is possible to prevent unintended control by an unauthorized program or unauthorized data from being performed.

  Note that a game program area and a non-game program area are allocated to the program / data area, an unused area 1 is allocated to an area in front of the non-game program area behind the game program area, and an HW parameter area is allocated. Based on the parameters set in (1), a group of areas (areas from the game program area to the non-game data area) including the area from the start address of the game program area to the last address of the non-game program in the program / data area , The IAT circuit 506a may collectively set the designated area for permitting the program running and prohibit the program running in other areas. Even in such a configuration, the program / data area Of which game programs and non-game programs are stored Since the program running in the absence area is prohibited, it is possible to prevent conducted unintended control by malware or illegal data. Further, in the program / data area of the ROM 41b to which access is permitted by the program, a game area is allocated behind the non-game program area, and an unused area is provided in an area before the game program area behind the non-game program area. Are assigned, and based on the parameters set in the HW parameter area, a group of areas (from the game program area to the end address of the game program) including the area from the start address of the non-game program area to the end address of the game program in the program / data area The area up to the non-game data area) is collectively set by the IAT circuit 506a as a designated area where program running is permitted, and program running in other areas is prohibited. Unintended control It can be prevented been.

  Further, in the above description, the area for permitting the program running is set in the program / data area. However, the area for prohibiting the program running is set in the program / data area, so that the program running is indirectly permitted. A configuration in which an area is set may be adopted.

  The CALL instruction is included as an instruction for causing the main control unit 41 to execute the program stored in the program / data area.

  The CALL instruction is an instruction to call and execute a subroutine stored at a specified address. When calling the subroutine by the CALL instruction, the main control unit 41 stores the address of the caller in the stack area, calls and executes the subroutine stored at the specified address. Then, after the subroutine ends, the process returns to the address of the caller stored in the stack area, that is, the program of the caller who has executed the CALL instruction.

  The CALL instruction includes a normal CALL instruction and a CALLV instruction which is a special CALL instruction. A normal CALL instruction is an instruction that specifies an upper address and a lower address to specify both an upper address and a lower address and specifies an address and calls a subroutine, whereas a CALLV instruction specifies only a lower address. By doing so, the subroutine is called by specifying an address based on an upper address preset in the vector table area of the ROM 41b and a specified lower address, and calls the subroutine with a smaller amount of data compared to a normal CALL instruction. It becomes possible.

  A subroutine frequently used among the game programs stored in the ROM 41b is stored in a region of the game program region of the ROM 41b where the start address is a specific value (for example, 00H). On the other hand, in the vector table area of the ROM 41b, a specific value is set as an upper address of a subroutine called by the CALLV instruction. Then, when calling the subroutine in which the upper address of the top address becomes the specific value, the main control unit 41 specifies only the lower address using the CALLV instruction, thereby changing the specific value set in the vector table area as the upper address. Then, the lower address specified as the lower address is specified, and the subroutine stored at the combined upper and lower addresses is called and executed. For this reason, an upper address constituting a part of an address used when calling a particularly frequently used subroutine in the game program is set in the vector table in advance as a specific value, and based on the specific value set in the vector table. Address, the subroutine can be called with a smaller amount of data as compared with a normal CALL instruction for calling a program by designating both the upper address and the lower address. It is possible to reduce waste of a program for specifying an address.

  A particularly frequently used subroutine among the non-game programs stored in the ROM 41b is stored in an area of the non-game program area of the ROM 41b where the start address is a specific value, and a CALLV instruction is stored in a vector table area of the ROM 41b. By setting a specific value as an upper address of a subroutine to be called in the subroutine, and when the main control unit 41 calls a subroutine in which the upper address of the leading address has a specific value, only the lower address is specified by using the CALLV instruction. , The subroutine can be called with a smaller amount of data compared to a normal CALL instruction that calls a program by specifying both the upper address and the lower address. When calling It is possible to reduce the waste of program for specifying the address.

  Further, a configuration may be adopted in which the upper address used when calling by the CALLV instruction is set in a specific register of the main control unit 41 instead of the vector table area.

  In addition to the CALLV instruction, a part of the address is specified by using a value stored in a vector table area, a value set in a specific register, and the like, and by specifying the remaining part of the address, With a configuration using a special CALL instruction capable of specifying the storage address of the subroutine, it is possible to reduce waste of a program for specifying an address when calling a subroutine.

  The main control unit 41 is activated when a system reset by input of a system reset signal, a WDT reset by the WDT 506b, and the above-mentioned illegal access reset occur. At this time, the value set in the vector table area, that is, The upper address of the subroutine of the CALLV instruction and the start address of the timer interrupt processing (main) are values indicating the area where the program or the like is actually stored in the program area, or FFFFH (in the unused vector table area). Is determined, and if the value set in the vector table area is neither a value indicating the outside of the area where the program is set nor FFFFH, it does not start up. Unintended processing may be executed due to the occurrence of interrupts, etc. It can be prevented before.

  The game program is a program related to the progress of the game as described above, and is a program for executing a process that hinders the progress of the game unless a process based on the program is executed. On the other hand, the non-game program is a program that is not related to the progress of the game as described above. Even when the game is called from the game program and the process based on the program is not executed and the game returns to the game program, the game is advanced. This is a program for executing a process that can perform the processing.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8, the CPU 41a of the main control unit 41 calls the non-game program in the process based on the game program, executes the process based on the non-game program, and executes the process based on the non-game program. Then, the process returns to the process based on the game program.

  As shown in FIG. 8, the CPU 41a executes the processing based on the game program with reference to the game data in the game data area and uses the game RAM area as a work when executing the processing based on the game program in principle. It is possible to refer to and update the contents of the game RAM area. In addition, when executing the processing based on the non-gaming program in principle, the CPU 41a executes the processing based on the non-gaming program with reference to the game data in the non-gaming data area, and uses the non-gaming RAM area as a work, It is possible to refer to and update the contents of the non-game RAM area.

  Further, in executing the processing based on the game program, the CPU 41a does not refer to the non-game data area and does not update the non-game RAM area, but can refer to the non-game RAM area. In executing the processing based on the non-game program, the game RAM area is not updated and the game RAM area is not updated, but the game RAM area can be referred to.

  In addition, the processing based on the game program can refer only to a specific area (for example, an error flag setting area indicating abnormality detection) of the non-game RAM area necessary for the game program. In the processing based on the game RAM area, only a specific area necessary for the non-game program (for example, an internal winning flag setting area, a game state setting area, an RT setting area, and the like) can be referred to. In addition, a specific area in the non-game RAM area where processing based on the game program can be referred to, and a specific area in the game RAM area where processing based on the non-game program can be referred to may be assigned to consecutive address areas. Although preferred, a configuration in which a part or the whole is allocated to a discontinuous address area may be used.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, a game program area in which a game program relating to the progress of a game is stored, a game data area in which game data referred to by the game program is readablely stored, and work data referred to by the game program. Are stored in a readable and writable manner, a non-game program area which is a program called by the game program, and stores a non-game program irrespective of the progress of the game, and a non-game which is referred to by the non-game program. Since a non-game data area in which data is stored in a readable manner and a non-game RAM area in which work data referenced by the non-game program is stored in a readable and writable manner are separately allocated, a game program, Game data and game program work data, Game program, the workpiece data of the non game data and non-game program, can be easily identified according to a difference in the storage area.

  Also, by dividing the game program area and the game data area from the non-game program area and the non-game data area, the area occupied in the ROM 41b can be compactly managed according to each function. It becomes even easier to identify the relevant data.

  Further, in this embodiment, it is possible to refer to the non-game RAM area when executing the game program, and to refer to the game RAM area when executing the non-game program. In executing the game program, the data used by the non-game program can be easily used, and in executing the non-game program, the data used by the game program can be easily used. On the other hand, when the game program is executed, it is impossible to update the non-game RAM area, and when the non-game program is executed, it is impossible to update the game RAM area. Does not affect the processing of the non-game program, and the non-game program does not affect the processing of the game program.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the processing based on the game program can refer only to a specific area required for the game program (for example, an error flag setting area indicating abnormality detection) in the non-game RAM area. In the processing based on the non-game program, only a specific area (for example, an internal winning flag setting area, a game state setting area, an RT setting area, etc.) necessary for the non-game program in the game RAM area can be referred to. Since the data that can be referred to by the game program in the non-game RAM area and the data that can be referred to by the non-game program are limited to a specific area, the reference destination of the game program or the non-game program can be easily specified. be able to.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the game program calls the non-game program and executes the non-game program, all areas of the register are protected regardless of whether or not the register is actually used by the game program. Therefore, when returning to the game program, it is possible to reliably return from the state at the time the non-game program was called.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the non-game program is called from the processing based on the game program, at the beginning of the non-game program, the value of the register used by the game program is protected, and at the end of the non-game program, Since the value of the protected register is restored, the capacity of the game program can be reduced.

  In addition, the value of the register used by the game program is protected immediately before calling the non-game program from the process based on the game program, and after all the processes based on the non-game program are completed, at the first stage of returning to the game program. The configuration may be such that the value of the protected register is restored. With such a configuration, the register protection processing is performed before the non-game program is called, and the register recovery processing is performed after the return from the non-game program. Is performed, the data stored in the register by the non-game program does not affect the game program.

  FIG. 9 to FIG. 11 are diagrams for explaining types of combinations, symbol combinations, and technical items related to combinations in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a diagram for explaining a symbol combination at the transitional appearance and technical matters related to the transitional appearance in the slot machine 1 of the embodiment. FIG. 13 is a diagram for explaining the transition of the gaming state controlled by the main control unit 41, and FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an outline of the gaming state.

  As shown in FIG. 9, the special combination among the winning combinations includes two types of bonuses: a big bonus (hereinafter, the big bonus is referred to as BB) and a regular bonus (hereinafter, the regular bonus is referred to as RB). BB is won when the combination of "red 7-red 7-red 7" is completed on the pay line LN in RT0-4. When the player wins the BB, the game shifts to a big bonus controlled by a regular bonus (hereinafter, referred to as RB), which will be described later, for each game. Then, the big bonus ends on condition that 316 or more medals have been paid out. The RB is won when the combination of “BAR-BAR-BAR” is completed on the pay line LN in RT0 to RT4. When the player wins the RB, the game is transferred to a regular bonus (hereinafter, referred to as RB). The regular bonus is terminated on condition that one of the winning combinations wins six times or that 12 games are consumed. As shown in FIG. 13, after winning either BB or RB until winning, the control is controlled by RT4, and after the big bonus or the regular bonus (collectively referred to as a bonus) ends, the control is controlled by RT3. The Rukoto.

  As shown in FIG. 10, among the winning combinations, the small combinations include the upper bell 1, the upper bell 2, the upper bell 3, the upper bell 4, the upper bell 5, the upper bell 6, the upper bell 7, the upper bell 8, and the middle bell. , Falling bell, middle watermelon, falling watermelon, middle cherry, corner cherry. Hereinafter, when it is not necessary to distinguish the upper bell 1, the upper bell 2, the upper bell 3, the upper bell 4, the upper bell 5, the upper bell 6, the upper bell 7, and the upper bell 8, they are simply referred to as an upper bell. .

  The upper bell 1 displays “Replay a-Cherry a-Cherry a”, “Replay a-Cherry a-White 7”, “Replay a-Cherry a-BAR”, “Replay a -Cherry b-Cherry a "," Replay a-Cherry b-White 7 ", and combination of" Replay a-Cherry b-BAR "win a prize, and the upper bell 1 wins in any game state. Sometimes eight medals are paid out. The upper bell 2 wins when the combination of “Replay a-Cherry a-plum” and “Replay a-Cherry b-Plum” is aligned on the pay line LN in any game state, and in any game state. When the upper bell 2 wins, eight medals are paid out. The upper bell 3 is displayed when the combination of “Replay a-plum-cherry a”, “Replay a-plum-white 7”, and “Replay a-plum-BAR” is completed on the pay line LN in any game state. When the upper bell 3 wins in any of the gaming states, eight medals are paid out. The upper bell 4 is awarded when the combination of “replay a-plum-plum” is completed in the winning line LN in any game state, and eight medals are obtained when the upper bell 4 wins in any game state. Will be paid out. The upper bell 5 displays “Replay b-Cherry a-Cherry a”, “Replay b-Cherry a-White 7”, “Replay b-Cherry a-BAR”, “Replay b” in the winning line LN in any game state. -When the combination of "Cherry b-Cherry a", "Replay b-Cherry b-White 7", and "Replay b-Cherry b-BAR" are completed, the upper bell 5 wins in any of the gaming states. Sometimes eight medals are paid out. The upper bell 6 wins when the combination of “Replay b-Cherry a-plum” and “Replay b-Cherry b-plum” is completed on the pay line LN in any game state, and in any game state. When the upper bell 6 wins, eight medals are paid out. The upper bell 7 is displayed when the combination of “Replay b-Plum-Cherry a”, “Replay b-Plum-White 7”, and “Replay b-Plum-BAR” is completed in the winning line LN in any game state. When the top bell 7 wins in any game state, eight medals are paid out. The upper bell 8 is awarded when the combination of “replay a-plum-plum” is completed on the pay line LN in any game state, and eight medals are obtained when the upper bell 8 wins in any game state. Will be paid out.

  The middle bell is awarded when the combination of "bell-bell-bell" is completed on the pay line LN in any game state, and eight medals are paid out when the middle bell wins in any game state. . The downward sloping bell indicates “replay a-bell-red 7”, “replay a-bell-replay a”, “replay b-bell-red 7”, or “replay b-bell” on the payline LN in any game state. When the combination of "-replay a" is completed, a winning is achieved, and in any game state, when a downward-sloping bell is won, eight medals are paid out. The middle watermelon wins when the combination of "watermelon-watermelon-watermelon" or "watermelon-watermelon-blue 7" is completed in the winning line LN in any game state, and the middle watermelon wins in any game state. When this is done, five medals will be paid out. A watermelon falling to the right is a winning when the combination of "bell-watermelon-cherry b" or "bell-watermelon-white 7" is completed on the pay line LN in any game state, and falls to the right in any game state. When the watermelon wins, 5 medals will be paid out. The middle cherry is awarded when the combination of "cherry a-bell-replay a" is completed on the pay line LN in any game state, and one medal is awarded when the middle cherry wins in any game state. Will be paid out. The corner cherry wins when the combination of “red 7-bell-replay a” and “BAR-bell-replay a” is completed on the pay line LN in any game state, and the corner cherry is awarded in any game state. When one wins, one medal is paid out.

  As shown in FIG. 11, among the winning combinations, the replaying combinations include a middle replay, a right-up replay, a promotion replay, a special replay, a fall replay, a red 7 matching replay, a red 7 dropping replay, a blue 7 matching replay, and a blue 7 matching replay. Includes missed replays.

  The middle replay is a winning when the combination of “replay a-replay a-replay a” and “replay b-replay a-replay a” is completed on the pay line LN at RT0 to RT4, and the replay game (replay game) is performed. Granted. The upward replay is a winning when the combination of "bell-replay a-red 7" or "bell-replay a-bell" is completed on the pay line LN at RT1 to RT4, and a replay game (replay) is given. You. In the promotion replay, when the combination of "bell-replay a-replay a" is completed on the pay line LN at RT1, a winning is achieved, and a replay game (replay) is given. The special replay is a winning when the combination of “replay a-replay a-bell” and “replay b-replay a-bell” is completed on the pay line LN at RT0, and a replay game (replay) is given. The fall replay includes “bell-red 7-cherry a”, “bell-red 7-watermelon”, “bell-red 7-plum”, “bell-watermelon-cherry a”, and “bell-red 7-cherry a” on the payline LN at RT0 and RT2. Wins when the combination of "Bell-watermelon-watermelon", "Bell-watermelon-plum", "Bell-cherry a-cherry a", "Bell-cherry a-watermelon", "Bell-cherry a-plum" is completed , And a replay game (replay) is provided. The replay with seven reds is a winning when the combination of “replay b-blue 7-replay a” is completed on the pay line LN at RT2, and a replay game (replay game) is given. Red 7 missed replays are displayed on the winning line LN at RT2 as “Replay a-Blue 7-Replay a”, “Replay a-watermelon-Replay a”, “Replay a-Cherry a-Replay a”, “Replay b-watermelon- When the combination of "replay a" and "replay b-cherry a-replay a" is completed, a winning is achieved, and a replay game (replay) is provided. The Blue 7 matching replay is a winning when the combination of “Cherry a-Blue 7-Replay a” is aligned on the pay line LN at RT2, and a replay game (replay) is given. Blue 7 missed replays include "Cherry a-watermelon-replay a", "Cherry a-cherry a-replay a", "Bell-blue 7-replay a", and "Bell-watermelon-replay a" on the payline LN at RT2. Or a combination of "Bell-Cherry a-Replay a" is awarded, and a replay game (replay) is provided.

  When the combination of “Replay b-Blue 7-Replay a” that constitutes the replay with red 7 is aligned with the pay line LN, the combination of “Red 7-Red 7-Red 7” can be aligned with the invalid line LM2. In addition, since the combination of “Cherry a-Blue 7-Replay a” constituting the blue seven replay is aligned with the pay line LN, the combination of “Blue 7-Blue 7-Blue 7” can be aligned with the invalid line LM4.

  As shown in FIG. 12, the transition outcome is “Replay a-Cherry a-bell”, “Replay a-Cherry b-bell”, “Replay a-plum-bell”, “Replay b-Cherry a-bell” , "Replay b-cherry b-bell", "Replay b-plum-bell", "Replay a-bell-cherry a", "Replay a-bell-white 7", "Replay a-bell-BAR", " "Replay b-Bell-Cherry a", "Replay b-Bell-White 7", "Replay b-Bell-BAR", "Bell-Cherry a-Cherry a", "Bell-Cherry a-White 7", "Bell" -Cherry a-BAR "," Bell-Cherry b-Cherry a "," Bell-Cherry b-White 7 "," Bell-Cherry b-BAR "," Bell-plum-Cherry a "," Bell-plum- White 7 "," Bell-Plum- Is a combination of AR ", RT0, RT2, migration outcomes in RT3 is shifted to align and RT1 to the winning line LN. In this embodiment, the left bells 1-4, the middle bells 1-4, and the right bells 1-4 are won, the reels which are the winning conditions of the middle bell are set to the first stop, and the winning upper bell is dropped. In this case, the transition outcome is aligned with the pay line LN.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 15 to 19, combinations of lottery target combinations that are read as lottery target combinations for each game state will be described. In the present embodiment, a role or a role to be subjected to an internal lottery depending on whether the gaming state is RT1, RT2, RT3, RT4, or RB (including RB in BB). At least one of the winning probabilities is different. As will be described later, as a lottery target combination, a plurality of winning combinations can be read at the same time, and can be repeatedly won. In FIGS. 15 to 19, "+" is written between winning combinations to indicate that they are simultaneously read out as a lottery target combination in the internal lottery. In FIGS. 15 to 17, the vertical columns indicate lottery targets, and the horizontal columns indicate gaming states. In the column where the gaming state and the lottery target role intersect, a circle mark indicates that the lottery target role is in the game state, and a cross mark is not a lottery target role in the game state. To the effect. Numerical values shown below the circles indicate the number of judgment values of a predetermined set value (common in this embodiment regardless of the set value). An internal lottery is performed using the number of determination values. The denominator of the determination value number is set to “65536” in correspondence with the random number for the internal lottery (an integer from 0 to 65535). Therefore, for example, the winning probability of the lottery target combination for which “300” is set as the determination value number is 300/65536. FIG. 15 shows a special combination read out as a lottery target combination for each game state, FIGS. 16 and 17 show small combination combinations read out as a lottery target combination for each game state, and FIG. , And combinations of replaying combinations read out as lottery target combinations.

  When the gaming state is RT0, BB, BB + strong cherry, BB + weak cherry, BB + watermelon, BB + common bell, RB, RB + weak cherry, RB + watermelon, RB + common bell, left bell 1, left bell 2, left bell 3, Left bell 4, middle bell 1, middle bell 2, middle bell 3, middle bell 4, right bell 1, right bell 2, right bell 3, right bell 4, strong cherry, weak cherry, watermelon, common bell, replay GR11, The replay GR12, the replay GR13, the replay GR21, the replay GR22, the replay GR23, the replay GR24, the replay GR25, and the replay GR26 are targets of the internal lottery. When the gaming state is RT1, BB, BB + strong cherry, BB + weak cherry, BB + watermelon, BB + common bell, RB, RB + weak cherry, RB + watermelon, RB + common bell, left bell 1, left bell 2, left bell 3, Left bell 4, middle bell 1, middle bell 2, middle bell 3, middle bell 4, right bell 1, right bell 2, right bell 3, right bell 4, strong cherry, weak cherry, watermelon, common bell, normal replay, The replay GR1, the replay GR2, the replay GR3, the replay GR4, the replay GR5, and the replay GR6 are targets of the internal lottery. When the gaming state is RT2, BB, BB + strong cherry, BB + weak cherry, BB + watermelon, BB + common bell, RB, RB + weak cherry, RB + watermelon, RB + common bell, left bell 1, left bell 2, left bell 3, Left bell 4, middle bell 1, middle bell 2, middle bell 3, middle bell 4, right bell 1, right bell 2, right bell 3, right bell 4, strong cherry, weak cherry, watermelon, common bell, normal replay Becomes a target part of the internal lottery. When the gaming state is RT3, BB, BB + strong cherry, BB + weak cherry, BB + watermelon, BB + common bell, RB, RB + weak cherry, RB + watermelon, RB + common bell, left bell 1, left bell 2, left bell 3, Left bell 4, middle bell 1, middle bell 2, middle bell 3, middle bell 4, right bell 1, right bell 2, right bell 3, right bell 4, strong cherry, weak cherry, watermelon, common bell, normal replay Becomes a target part of the internal lottery. When the gaming state is RT4, left bell 1, left bell 2, left bell 3, left bell 4, middle bell 1, middle bell 2, middle bell 3, middle bell 4, right bell 1, right bell 2, right bell. 3, Right Bell 4, Strong Cherry, Weak Cherry, Watermelon, Common Bell, and Normal Replay are eligible for internal lottery. When the gaming state is RB, the strong cherry, the weak cherry, the watermelon, and the common bell are targeted for the internal lottery.

  The left bells 1-4, the middle bells 1-4, the right bells 1-4, the common bell, the strong cherry, the weak cherry, and the watermelon are each a combination or combination of combinations shown in FIG. In the following, when there is no particular need to distinguish, the left bells 1 to 4 are simply called left bells, the middle bells 1 to 4 are simply called middle bells, and the right bells 1 to 4 are simply called right bells. There is. When it is not necessary to distinguish the left bells 1-4, the middle bells 1-4, and the right bells 1-4, they may be simply referred to as a pushing order bell.

  The normal replay, the replay GR1 to 6, the replay GR11 to 13, and the replay GR21 to 26 are each a combination of roles shown in FIG.

  In the present embodiment, when the pushing order bell has been won, as shown in FIG. 20, the combination of symbols to be stopped differs according to the type of the pushing order bell and the stop order. For example, when the left bell 1 (middle bell + upper bell 1 + upper bell 8) is won and a stop operation is performed in the stop order with the left reel being the first stop, the combination of the middle bell stops at the winning line LN. However, when the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the middle reel is the first stop or the stop order in which the right reel is the first stop, any of the combination of the upper bell 1 and the upper bell 8 or the transition appearance is performed. It stops at the pay line LN. The same applies to the left bells 2 to 4, the middle bells 1 to 4, and the right bells 1 to 4, and as shown in FIG. For this reason, when the pushing order bell is won, the expected value of the number of medals to be paid out can be changed depending on whether or not the operation has been performed in the stop order according to the type of the pushing order bell. That is, even if one of the push order bells is won, if the type is not known, the stop order corresponding to the type cannot be intentionally selected, and if the stop order matches, the middle bell is reliably won. By doing so, medals can be obtained reliably, but medals can only be obtained at a certain rate unless the stop order matches. In particular, in the case of RT0 and RT2, when the stop order does not match, the transition roll stops, so if the stop order does not match, the process shifts to RT1 at a fixed rate. In this embodiment, even if the stop operation is performed in any stop order, the middle bell wins at an equal ratio and eight medals can be obtained, so that the player performs the stop operation in any stop order. However, it is possible to prevent an extremely disadvantageous situation.

  In the present embodiment, when the replays GR1 to GR6 have been won, as shown in FIG. 21, the combination of symbols to be stopped differs according to the type and the stop order. For example, when the replay GR1 (middle replay + promotion replay) is won and a stop operation is performed in the stop order of the left middle right, the combination of the promotion replay stops on the pay line LN and the stop order other than the left middle right. , The middle replay combination stops at the payline LN. The same applies to the replays GR2 to GR6, and as shown in FIG. 21, the combinations of symbols to be stopped differ according to their types and stop order. For this reason, at the time of winning the replays GR1 to 6 in the RT1, the promotion replay wins by being operated in the stop order according to the type, but if the type is not known, the stop order according to the type is intentionally selected. If the stop order matches, the promotion replay can be won to move to RT0, but if the stop order does not match, RT1 is maintained. In this embodiment, since the promotion replay wins at an equal rate and shifts to RT0 even if the stop operation is performed in any stop order, no matter in which stop order the player performs the stop operation, Can be prevented from becoming disadvantageous.

  In the present embodiment, when the replays GR11 to GR13 have been won, as shown in FIG. 22, the combination of symbols to be stopped differs according to the type and the order of stop. For example, when the replay GR11 (special replay + middle replay + falling replay) is won and a stop operation is performed in the stop order with the left reel being the first stop, the special replay combination stops on the payline LN, When the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the middle reel is set to the first stop, the combination of the fall replay stops on the payline LN, and the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the right reel is set to the first stop. Means that the combination of middle replays stops at the payline LN. The same applies to the replay GRs 12 and 13, and as shown in FIG. 22, the combinations of symbols to be stopped differ according to the types and the order of stop. For this reason, when the replay GR11 to 13 is won in RT0, the special replay wins by being operated in the stop order according to the type, but if the type is not known, the stop order according to the type is intentionally selected. If the stop order matches, the special replay can be won to move to RT2, but if the stop order does not match, the falling replay wins and moves to RT1. is there. In this embodiment, even if the stop operation is performed in any stop order, the special replay wins at an equal rate and the process shifts to RT2. Can be prevented from becoming disadvantageous.

  In the present embodiment, when the replays GR21 to GR23 have been won, as shown in FIG. 22, the combination of symbols to be stopped differs according to the type and the stop order. For example, if the replay GR21 (middle replay + red 7 matching replay + red 7 missing replay + falling replay) is won and a stop operation is performed in the stop order with the left reel being the first stop, the combination of the middle replay is If the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the stop is performed on the pay line LN and the middle reel is set to the first stop, the combination of the falling replays is stopped on the pay line LN and the stop is performed with the right reel being the first stop. When the stop operation is performed, the combination of the replay of all seven reds or the replay of missing seven reds is stopped at the pay line LN. The same applies to the replay GRs 22 and 23, and as shown in FIG. 22, the combinations of symbols to be stopped differ according to their types and stop order. For this reason, when the replay GR 21 to 23 is won in RT0, the operation is performed in the stop order according to the type, so that the red 7 complete replay or the red 7 missing replay wins, but if the type is not known, the type is intentionally selected. Cannot be selected, and if the stop order matches, it is possible to shift to RT2 by winning a red 7-matched replay or a red 7 missing replay, but if the stop order does not match, There is a case where the falling replay wins and shifts to RT1. In this embodiment, even if the stop operation is performed in any stop order, the replay or the red 7 drop-out replay wins at an equal ratio and the process proceeds to RT2, so that the player stops in any stop order. Even if the operation is performed, it is possible to prevent an extreme disadvantage.

  In the present embodiment, when the replay GRs 24 to 26 have been won, as shown in FIG. 22, the combination of symbols to be stopped differs according to the type and the stop order. For example, if the replay GR24 (middle replay + blue 7 matching replay + blue 7 missing replay + falling replay) is won and a stop operation is performed in the stop order with the left reel being the first stop, the combination of the middle replay is If the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the stop is performed on the pay line LN and the middle reel is set to the first stop, the combination of the falling replays is stopped on the pay line LN and the stop is performed with the right reel being the first stop. When the stop operation is performed, the combination of the replay of Blue 7 or the replay of missing Blue 7 stops on the payline LN. The same applies to the replay GRs 25 and 26, and as shown in FIG. 22, the combination of symbols to be stopped differs according to the type and the stop order. For this reason, when the replay GR 24 to 26 is won in RT0, by operating in the stop order according to the type, the blue 7 uniform replay or the blue 7 missing replay wins, but if the type is not known, the type is intentionally selected. Cannot be selected, and if the stop order matches, the player can make a transition to RT2 by winning the blue 7 aligned replay or the blue 7 missing replay, but if the stop order does not match, The falling replay wins and shifts to RT1. In this embodiment, even if the stop operation is performed in any stop order, the replay of blue 7 or the replay of missing blue 7 wins at an equal ratio and the process moves to RT2, so that the player stops in any stop order. Even if the operation is performed, it is possible to prevent an extreme disadvantage.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 13 and 14, control is performed to any of RT0 to RT4 and a bonus (RB, RB in BB). RT0 shifts due to winning of the promotion replay in RT1. Then, regardless of the number of games since the transition to RT0, RT0 transitions to RT1 due to a win in the fall replay or a stop at the transition, or a red 7 complete replay, a blue 7 complete replay, a red 7 missing replay, The process ends when the player shifts to RT2 due to the winning of one of Blue 7 Missing Replay or Special Replay, or shifts to RT4 after winning the special role. The payout rate of medals per game exceeds 100% when the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification, but becomes 100% or less when the navigation notification is not executed. RT1 shifts due to a win in a fall replay or a stop at the shift at RT0, RT2, RT3. Then, regardless of the number of games since the transition to RT1, RT1 ends by transitioning to RT0 by winning a promotion replay or by transitioning to RT4 by winning a special role. The payout rate of medals per game is 100% or less. RT2 is shifted to RT0 by a winning of one of the following: red 7 matching replay, blue 7 matching replay, red 7 missing replay, blue 7 missing replay, and special replay. Then, regardless of the number of games since the transition to RT2, RT2 is terminated by transitioning to RT1 by stopping the transition, or by transitioning to RT4 by winning a special combination. The payout rate of medals per game exceeds 100% when the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification, but becomes 100% or less when the navigation notification is not executed. RT3 shifts at the end of the bonus (BB, RB). Then, regardless of the number of games after the transition to RT3, RT3 ends by transitioning to RT1 by stopping the transition, or by transitioning to RT4 by winning the special role. The payout rate of medals per game is 100% or less. RT4 shifts by winning a special role (BB, RB) in RT0 to RT3. Then, regardless of the number of games since the transition to RT4, RT4 ends when the special role that triggered the transition to RT4 wins and transitions to a bonus (BB or RB). The payout rate of medals per game is 100% or less both when the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification and when the navigation notification is not executed. RB shifts due to winning of RB at RT4. Then, the RB ends when the 12 games are consumed or the prize is won six times. The payout rate of medals per game is 100% or more. BB shifts due to BB winning at RT4. Then, the BB ends when the total number of medals paid out to the BB exceeds the specified number (316 in the present embodiment), regardless of the number of games since the shift to the BB. The payout rate of medals per game exceeds 100%.

  Among RT0 to RT4, RB, BB (RB), RB and BB have the highest payout rate of medals per game and are the most advantageous gaming state. In addition, RT0, RT2, and RT4 among RT0 to RT4 have a high probability of winning a replay, and have a higher medal payout rate per game than RT1 and RT3. In particular, RT0 goes to RT2. In terms of being able to shift, it can be said that the state is more advantageous for the player than RT1 and RT3. In addition, among RT0, RT4, and RT4, RT2 is more advantageous for the player than RT0 and 4, in that the payout rate of medals per game is higher than RT0 and 4.

  Further, in the slot machine of this embodiment, when the gaming state is RT0 to RT2, the main control unit 41 can execute a navigation notification for notifying a stop order that is advantageous to the player according to the internal lottery result. Control can be performed during an assist time (hereinafter, referred to as AT) serving as a notification period.

  When controlled by the AT, the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification by transmitting the push order command to the sub control unit 91 by winning the notification target combination corresponding to the game state. Thus, the navigation effect by the sub control unit 91 is executed. The notification target combination according to the gaming state is the replay GR1 to 6 and the push order bell when it is RT1, the replay GR11 to 13 and the replay GR21 to 26 and the push order bell when it is RT0, and when it is RT2. It is a push order bell. Further, in the present embodiment, even in the normal state (RT1 and non-AT state) in which neither the AT nor the ART is controlled, the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification by satisfying a certain condition. , It is possible to execute a navigation effect. In the navigation notification of the present embodiment, by changing the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12, a stop order advantageous to the player is notified so as to be distinguishable. The mode of the navigation notification will be described later in detail.

  In the navigation effect according to the present embodiment, the stop order advantageous to the player notified by the navigation notification is notified by displaying the navigation image from the liquid crystal display 51 and outputting the navigation sound from the speakers 53 and 54. For example, when notifying the stop order of the left middle right, the stop switch 8L such as “123” (indicating that the left reel is the first stop, the middle reel is the second stop, and the right reel is the third stop), A stop order image indicating the stop order of 8C and 8R is displayed. Also, as the navigation sound, for example, a sound indicating the stop order of the stop switch such as “left center right!” (The left reel indicates the first stop, the middle reel indicates the second stop, and the right reel indicates the third stop). Is output. When the stop order in which the left reel is set to the first stop is notified, the stop order of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R such as "1--" (indicating that the left reel is set to the first stop) is indicated. Display the stop order image. Also, as the navigation sound, for example, a sound indicating the stop order of the stop switch such as “left!” (Indicating that the left reel is in the first stop) (indicating that the left reel is in the first stop) is output. I do. In particular, in the case where the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won in the RT2 and the stop order in which the red 7 match replay, the red 7 drop replay or the blue 7 match replay, and the blue 7 drop replay wins is notified, the stop order image described above is used. In addition, an image prompting a stop operation at the timing of aiming at red 7 and blue 7 is displayed on each reel, and the stop operation at that timing is encouraged. The mode of the navigation effect is not limited to such a mode, and may be any mode as long as the player can distinguish it according to the winning situation. The navigation effect is not limited to the one using the liquid crystal display 51 and the speakers 53 and 54, but may be the one using the effect LED 52, the reel LED 55 and the like.

  In the navigation notification and the navigation effect, when any one of the replays GR1 to GR6 is won at RT1, the stop order in which the promotion replay wins is notified so as to be identifiable. When any of the replays GR11 to GR13 is won in RT0, the stop order in which the middle replay or the special replay is won is notified so as to be identifiable. Further, when any of the replays GR21 to GR23 is won at RT0, the stop order in which the middle replay, the red 7 matching replay, and the red 7 missing replay are won is notified in an identifiable manner. In addition, when any of the replays GR24 to GR26 is won in RT0, the stop order in which the middle replay, the blue 7 matching replay, and the blue 7 missing replay wins is identifiably notified.

  As described above, in the navigation notification and the navigation effect, the stop order that is advantageous to the player is notified so as to be identifiable. For this reason, by performing a stop operation in the stop order according to the navigator effect, the player can intentionally win the promotion replay at RT1, shift to RT0, and win the middle bell. Special Replay, Red 7 Match Replay, Red 7 Missing Replay, Blue 7 Match Replay, Blue 7 Missing Replay The stop of the eyes can be avoided, the middle bell can be won at RT2, and the stop of the transition exit can be avoided.

  In the present embodiment, the main controller 41 controls the ART (in the state controlled by the AT by the RT2) when the lottery condition is satisfied (in the present embodiment, the strong cherry, the weak cherry, the watermelon, and the common bell are won). An ART lottery for deciding whether or not to do so is performed. In the ART lottery, the number of ART games to be controlled by the ART and the type of combination for starting the ART (red 7 aligned replay, red 7 aligned replay, blue 7 aligned replay, blue 7 aligned replay) are determined. In the ART lottery of the present embodiment, 30 to 300 games are determined as the number of ART games by lottery, and when less than 100 games are determined as the number of ART games, the red 7 matching replay and the red 7 If 100 or more games are determined as the number of ART games while selecting the missing replay, one of the red 7 matching replay and the red 7 missing replay or the blue 7 matching replay and the blue 7 missing replay is selected by lottery. It has become.

  Then, the main control unit 41 wins the ART lottery and controls the ART when the precursor period ends.

  When controlling to ART, control is first performed to AT. The state from the start of the AT control to the transition to RT2 is also referred to as a preparation state. In the preparation state, the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification when the target combination is won. At this time, in the RT1, when the replays GR1 to GR6 are won, the navigation notification is performed, and when the replays GR1 to GR6 are won, the stop order for winning the promotion replay is notified by the navigation notification. By performing the operation, it becomes possible to win the promotion replay and shift from RT1 to RT0. In addition, after shifting to the preparation state, in any of the game states of RT0 to RT2, when the push order bell is won, the stop order for winning the middle bell is notified, so that the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order. Thereby, it is possible to reliably obtain eight medals.

  After the promotion replay wins in RT1 and shifts to RT0, it becomes a target of the navigation notification at the time of winning the replay GR11-13 and the replay GR21-26, and the stop order for winning the middle replay at the time of winning the replay GR11-13 is the navigation. Since the notification is performed by the notification, the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, thereby making it possible to win the middle replay and maintain the RT0. Also, in the case where Red 7 Matching Replay and Red 7 Missing Replay are selected as the type of the role for starting ART, the stop order for winning the Red 7 Matching Replay or Red 7 Missing Replay at the time of winning the replay GR21 to 23 is determined. Since the notification is made by the navigation notification, by performing the stop operation in accordance with the notified stop order, it becomes possible to win the red 7 aligned replay or the red 7 missing replay and to shift from RT0 to RT2, and to perform the replay GR24 to 26. Since the stop order for winning the middle replay at the time of winning is notified by the navigation notification, it is possible to win the middle replay and maintain RT0 by performing a stop operation in accordance with the notified stop order. On the other hand, when Blue 7 Aligned Replay and Blue 7 Missing Replay are selected as the type of combination for starting ART, the stop order for winning Blue 7 Aligned Replay or Blue 7 Missing Replay at the time of winning the replay GR24 to 26 is determined. Since the notification is given by the navigation notification, by performing a stop operation in accordance with the notified stop order, it is possible to win Blue 7 Aligned Replay or Blue 7 Missing Replay and to shift from RT0 to RT2, and to execute replays GR21 to GR23. Since the stop order for winning the middle replay at the time of winning is notified by the navigation notification, it is possible to win the middle replay and maintain RT0 by performing a stop operation in accordance with the notified stop order. Further, as described above, at the time of winning the push order bell, the stop order for winning the middle bell is notified by the navigation notification, so that the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, so that eight medals are reliably obtained. In addition to this, it is possible to avoid stopping at the transition, and to avoid transition to RT1.

  At RT0, a red 7-matched replay, a red 7-missed replay or a blue 7-matched replay, and a blue 7-missed replay win, and when the process shifts to RT2, as described above, the stop order in which the middle bell is awarded when the push order bell is won as described above. Is notified by the navigation notification, and by performing the stop operation in the notified stop order, it is possible to reliably obtain eight medals, avoid the stop at the transition, and transition to RT1. Can be avoided.

  The main controller 41 finishes the preparation state by winning the red 7 matching replay, the red 7 missing replay or the blue 7 matching replay, and the blue 7 missing replay at RT2, and starts controlling the ART. Accordingly, the main control unit 41 sets the number of games won in the ART lottery as the number of remaining ART games allocated to the RAM 91c, and starts counting the number of remaining ART games. After the ART is started, the stop order for winning the middle bell at the time of winning the push order bell is notified, so that by performing the stop operation according to the notified stop order, it is possible to reliably obtain eight medals. At the same time, it is possible to avoid the stop at the transition and avoid transition to RT1.

  In addition, during the ART, when the lottery condition is satisfied, an additional lottery for determining whether to increase the number of games of the ART is performed. Then, when the additional lottery is won, an ART game number lottery for determining the number of ART games is performed, and the number of games won in the ART game number lottery is added to the remaining number of ART games allocated to the RAM 91c. In addition, after the start of the ART, the remaining game number is decremented by 1 each time one game is consumed, and if the special role is won before the remaining game number becomes 0, the ART is interrupted by the end of RT2. Accordingly, the counting of the number of games in the ART is also interrupted. If a special role is won during a period other than during ART, then no navigation notification will be performed when the push-bell is elected until the special role is won. However, if a special role is won during the ART, The stop order in which the middle bell is awarded at the time of winning the push order bell until the player wins the prize is notified by the navigation notification. At this time, the payout rate of medals per game does not exceed 100% during the period until the special combination is won even if the navigation notification is given. When the special role is won during the ART, the number of games until the special role is notified or the number of games required to be notified of the special role is passed, the pushing order of the bell is not changed. After the stop order for winning the middle bell at the time of winning is notified by the navigation notification, after the number of games until the winning of the special role is announced or the number of games required to be notified of the winning of the special role elapses The navigation notification may not be performed when the middle bell is won when the push order bell is won. In this case, the configuration may be such that the payout rate of medals per game exceeds 100% during the period until the special combination is won by the notification of the navigation.

  If the special role is won during the ART and the ART is interrupted, then the bonus is controlled to a corresponding bonus after the winning of the special role that has been won, and the transition is stopped at RT3, which is shifted after the completion of the bonus, to RT1. At this point, the control of the AT is restarted, and the AT is restarted by going back to the RT2 through the preparation state, and the counting of the remaining games of the ART is restarted.

  When the ART is won during the ART and the ART is interrupted, the preparation state when the ART is restarted is different from the preparation state when the control of the ART is started in accordance with the ART lottery selection, and the replay GR11 in the RT0. Since the stop order in which special replays are won at the time of winning of ~ 13 is notified by the navigating notification, by performing a stop operation in accordance with the notified stop order, it is possible to win the special replay and shift from RT0 to RT2. At the same time, the stop order for winning the middle replay at the time of winning the replays GR21 to GR26 is notified by the navigation notification. By performing the stop operation in accordance with the notified stop order, the middle replay can be won and the RT0 can be maintained. Becomes

  Further, the main control unit 41 informs the stop order in which the middle bell wins by navigating notification when the push order bell during the ART is won, and performs the stop operation ignoring the notified stop order. In such a case, the upper bell may win and RT2 may be maintained, but the transition may stop and the process may shift to RT1. If the player falls from RT2 to RT1 during the ART, the ART is continued, and the number of remaining games in the ART is decremented by one each time one game is consumed. Sometimes, the stop order for winning the promotion replay is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, whereby the promotion replay can be won and the transition from RT1 to RT0 can be made. After shifting to RT0, when the replays GR21 to GR26 are won, the stop order for winning the middle replay is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, whereby the middle replay is won and RT0 is maintained. When the replays GR11 to GR13 are won, the stop order for winning the special replay is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, whereby the special replay is won and the RT0 is started. It is possible to shift to RT2.

  If the number of remaining games becomes 0 after the start of the ART, the control of the AT ends. As a result, the navigation notification is not executed, so that it is impossible to avoid the stop of the transition at the time of winning the pushing order bell. Will end.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41, when the notification target role (push order bell, replay GR1-6, replay GR11-13, replay GR21-26) to be the target of the navigation notification in the internal lottery is won, the navigation notification. Is performed (during navigation or during non-AT), the first internal winning command that can specify the type of the winning notification target role and the stop order that is advantageous to the player is issued. If the status is transmitted and the navigation notification is not performed (when the navigation notification is not performed during the non-AT), the type of the winning notification target role can be specified, but the stop order advantageous to the player cannot be specified. A second internal winning command.

  In addition, the main control unit 41 performs non-report target roles (BB, BB + strong cherry, BB + weak cherry, BB + watermelon, BB + common bell, RB, RB + strong cherry, RB + weak cherry, RB + When watermelon, RB + common bell, strong cherry, weak cherry, watermelon, common bell, and normal replay) are won, the stop order advantageous to the player does not change, and whether or not navigation notification is performed Regardless of this, the second internal winning command that can specify the type of the winning combination is transmitted.

  Here, the first internal winning command that can specify both the type of the notification target role that has been won and the stop order that is advantageous to the player is, for example, when the type of the notification target role that has been won is a pressing order bell, The winning order of the forward bell, an advantageous stopping order, that is, avoiding the stop at the transition, and the stopping order in which the middle bell wins is the stopping order in which the left reel is the first stop, or the middle reel is the first stop. The command is a command that can specify whether the stop order is to stop, or the stop order is to stop the right reel as the first stop. Specifically, the type of the pressing order bell (left bell 1-4, middle bell) 1 to 4 and right bells 1 to 4). Further, when the type of the notified notification target role is the replay GR1 to 6, the fact that any one of the replays GR1 to GR6 has been won, the advantageous stop order, that is, the stop order in which the promotion replay wins, is the left middle right. Stop order, middle left and right stop order, middle left and right stop order, middle right and left stop order, right and left middle stop order, right middle left stop order Is a command that can specify which of the replays GR1 to GR6 has been won. In addition, when the type of the notified notification target role is the replay GR11 to 13, any one of the replay GR11 to 13 has been won, an advantageous stop order, that is, avoiding the prize of the fall replay, and special replay or middle stage Whether the stop order in which the replays are won is a stop order in which the left reel is the first stop, a stop order in which the middle reel is the first stop, or a stop order in which the right reel is the first stop. This is a command that can be specified, specifically, a command that can specify which of the replays GR11 to GR13 has been won. In addition, when the type of the notified notification target role is the replay GR 21 to 26, any one of the replay GRs 21 to 26 has been won, an advantageous stopping order, that is, avoiding the prize of the fall replay, and the replay of all seven reds The stop order in which the red 7 missed replay, blue 7 aligned replay, blue 7 missed replay, or middle replay wins is the stop order in which the left reel is the first stop, or the stop order in which the middle reel is the first stop. Or a stop order in which the right reel is set to the first stop, and specifically, a command that can specify which of the replays GR21 to GR26 has been won.

  Also, the second internal winning command in which the type of the notified notification target role that can be specified but the stop order that is advantageous to the player cannot be specified is, for example, a case where the type of the notification target role that has been won is the pushing order bell. Is a command in which it is possible to specify that the pushing order bell has been won, but it is not possible to specify an advantageous stop order, and specifically, it is possible to specify only the winning of the pushing order bell, -4, middle bells 1-4, right bells 1-4) correspond to commands that cannot be specified. Further, when the type of the notified notification target role is the replay GR1 to 6, it is possible to specify that any one of the replays GR1 to GR6 has been won, but it is a command for which an advantageous stop order cannot be specified. Specifically, it is possible to specify that only one of the replays GR1 to GR6 has been won, and it is not possible to specify which of the replays GR1 to GR6 has been won. In addition, when the type of the notified notification target role is the replay GR11 to 13, it is possible to specify that any of the replay GR11 to 13 has been won, but it is a command in which the advantageous stop order cannot be specified. Specifically, it is possible to specify only that one of the replays GR11 to GR13 has been won, and a command or the like that cannot specify which of the replays GR11 to GR13 has been won corresponds. Further, when the type of the notified notification target role is the replay GR21 to 26, it is possible to specify that any of the replay GR21 to 26 has been won, but it is a command in which the advantageous stop order cannot be specified. Specifically, it is possible to specify only that one of the replay GRs 21 to 26 has been won, and a command that cannot be specified which of the replay GRs 21 to 26 has been won corresponds.

  As described above, when the notification target role (push order bell, replay GR1-6, replay GR11-13, replay GR21-26) is won in the internal lottery, the navigation notification is performed (during the AT or during the non-AT). In the case where the navigation notification is performed), the first internal winning command that can specify the type of the winning notification target role and the stop order advantageous to the player is transmitted, and the navigation notification is not performed (non- If the navigation notification is not performed during the AT), a second internal winning command is transmitted in which the type of the winning notification target role can be specified but the stop order advantageous to the player cannot be specified. , The sub-control unit 91 can execute a navigation effect capable of identifying the advantageous stop order specified from the first internal winning command when the notification target role is won and the navigation notification is performed. If the notification target role is won and the navigation notification is not performed, a specific type of the notification target role may be won according to the type of the notification target role specified from the first internal winning command. It is possible to perform an effect that suggests gender.

  Next, control contents when the main control unit 41 transmits the internal winning command to the sub control unit 91 will be described.

  In this embodiment, a first internal winning command and a second internal winning command are set in the ROM 41b for each winning combination for a notification target combination, and a second internal winning command is set for a non-reporting combination. The internal winning command table is stored. As the second internal winning command corresponding to the notification target combination in the internal winning command table, one second internal winning command is set for each type of notification target combination. Specifically, one second internal winning command capable of specifying that one of the pressing order bells has been won is set corresponding to the pressing order bell, and the replay GR1 corresponding to the replays GR1 to GR6 is set. A second internal winning command that can specify that any one of the replays GR.about.6 has been won is set, and specifies that any of the replays GR11.about.13 has been won corresponding to the replays GR11.about.13. One possible second internal winning command is set, and one second internal winning command capable of specifying that one of the replays GR21 to GR26 has been won is set corresponding to the replays GR21 to GR26. ing.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 23, the main control unit 41 first reads an internal winning flag set by the internal lottery in an internal winning command setting process executed after the internal lottery (Sa01), and executes navigation notification. Is determined (Sa02). If it is determined in step Sa02 that the navigation notification is to be executed, the first internal winning command table is stored in the internal winning command table corresponding to the winning combination based on the internal winning flag read out in step Sa01. It is determined whether an internal winning command has been set (Sa03).

  If the first internal winning command is set in the internal winning command table corresponding to the winning combination in the step of Sa03, that is, if the winning combination is a notification target combination, the first internal corresponding to the winning combination is set. The winning command is read from the internal winning command table and set in the command queue (Sa04). On the other hand, if the first internal winning command is not set in the internal winning command table corresponding to the winning combination in the step of Sa03, that is, if the winning combination is a non-report target combination, the second corresponding to the winning combination is set. Is read from the internal winning command table and set in the command queue (Sa05).

  If it is determined in step Sa02 that the navigation notification is not to be executed, the second internal winning command corresponding to the winning combination based on the internal winning flag read in step Sa01 is read from the internal winning command table, and the command queue is read. (Sa05).

  The internal winning command set in the command queue in the steps Sa04 and Sa05 is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 in the subsequent timer interrupt processing (main).

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the first internal winning command and the second internal winning command are set in the ROM 41b for each winning combination for the notification target combination, and the second internal winning command is set for the non-reporting combination. Is stored, and the second internal winning command corresponding to the notification target role in the internal winning command table is a second internal winning command for each type of the notification target role. When the navigation is executed after the internal lottery, the main control unit 41 determines that if the first internal winning command is set in the internal winning command table corresponding to the winning combination, the main winning is determined. A first internal winning command that can specify the type of the notified object combination and the stop order advantageous to the player is transmitted to the sub control unit 91, and the internal If the first internal winning command is not set in the command table, the second internal winning command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. On the other hand, if the navigation notification is not executed, the selected notification target role is not sent. The second internal winning command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91, the type of which can be specified, but the stop order which is advantageous to the player cannot be specified. In addition, the sub control unit 91 does not specify an advantageous stopping order according to the result of the internal lottery from the internal winning command.

  In this embodiment, the internal winning flag is read out after the internal lottery, and the internal winning command is set. However, when the internal winning flag is set in the internal lottery, the internal winning command may be set. good.

  Next, a first modification of the control content when the main control unit 41 transmits the internal winning command to the sub control unit 91 will be described.

  In the first modification, similarly to the above-described embodiment, the first internal winning command and the second internal winning command are set in the ROM 41b for the winning combination for each winning combination, and the second internal winning command is set for the non-reporting combination. The internal winning command table in which the internal winning command is set is stored, and in the internal winning command table, the second internal winning command corresponding to the notification target role is a second internal winning command for each type of the notification target role. Internal winning command is set.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 24, first, in the internal winning command setting process executed after the internal lottery, the main control unit 41 reads the internal winning flag set by the internal lottery (Sb01), and reads the internal winning flag in the step of Sb01. It is determined whether or not the winning combination based on the internal winning flag is a notification target combination (Sb02).

  If it is the notification target combination in the step Sb02, it is determined whether or not to execute the navigation notification (Sb03). If the navigation notification is performed in the step Sb03, the notification target combination that has been won is individually specified. (Sb04), the first internal winning command corresponding to the notification target combination individually specified in the step of Sb04 is read from the internal winning command table and set in the command queue (Sb05).

  On the other hand, if it is not the notification target combination in the step Sb02, and if the navigation notification is not executed in the step Sb03, the second internal winning command corresponding to the winning combination is read from the internal winning command table and set in the command queue ( Sb06).

  Further, the internal winning command set in the command queue in steps Sb05 and Sb06 is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 in the subsequent timer interrupt processing (main).

  Thus, in the first modification, the first internal winning command and the second internal winning command are set in the ROM 41b for each winning combination for the notification target combination, and the second internal winning command is set for the non-reporting combination. Is stored, and the second internal winning command corresponding to the notification target role in the internal winning command table is a second internal winning command for each type of the notification target role. After the internal lottery, the main control unit 41 determines that the winning combination is the notification target combination, and when executing the navigation notification, individually identifies the notification combination that has been won, and sets the notification target combination that has been won. While transmitting the first internal winning command that can specify the type of role and the stop order that is advantageous to the player to the sub-control unit 91, the winning role is the notification target role, but the navigation notification is executed. If not, a second internal winning command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91, in which the type of the winning notification target role can be specified but the stop order advantageous to the player cannot be specified. When the navigation notification is not executed on the 41 side, the sub control unit 91 does not specify an advantageous stop order according to the result of the internal lottery from the internal winning command.

  In the first modification, the internal winning flag is read out after the internal lottery to set the internal winning command. However, when the internal winning flag is set in the internal lottery, the internal winning command may be set. good.

  Next, a modified example 2 of the control content when the main control unit 41 transmits the internal winning command to the sub control unit 91 will be described.

  In the second modification, an internal winning command table in which an internal winning command is set for each winning combination is stored in the ROM 41b. Further, in the second modification, when the navigation notification is performed on the notification target role in the internal lottery, the lottery target roles (for example, different in stop order advantageous for one type of notification target role (for example, push order bell)) are different. The winning is determined individually for each of the left bell 1-4, the middle bell 1-4, and the right bell 1-4, but if the navigation notification is not executed, one type of notification target role (for example, pressing Regarding the order of stop), regardless of the advantageous stop order, the winning is determined collectively as one type of lottery target combination (for example, push order bell). When the navigation notification is executed, one type is selected. One of a plurality of types of lottery target roles (for example, left bell 1-4, middle bell 1-4, right bell 1-4) in which the advantageous stop order is different for the notification target role (for example, pushing order bell) is won. The internal winnings of different values If the navigation notification is not executed while the navigation is set, one kind of lottery target role (for example, pushing order bell) corresponding to one kind of notification target role (for example, pushing order bell) is won. In this case, even if the type of the notification target role is the same, an internal winning flag different from the internal winning flag set when the navigation notification is executed is set, and the internal winning command table is set. Also, an internal winning flag set when any of a plurality of types of lottery targets having different advantageous stop orders for one type of notification target role is won, one type of lottery target corresponding to one type of notification target role An internal winning flag that is set when the role is won, and a different internal winning command are set corresponding to each of the internal winning flags.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 25, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not to execute the navigation notification in the internal lottery (Sc01). An individual lottery for determining a win is performed individually for each lottery target combination having a different advantageous stop order for the notification target combination (Sc02). In the individual lottery, as shown in FIG. 26 (a), for one type of notification target role (for example, push order bell), a lottery target role (for example, left bells 1 to 4) which constitutes the type of notification target role. , Each of the middle bells 1 to 4 and the right bells 1 to 4) to determine whether or not the internal lottery random number value falls within the winning range (specifically, whether the added value overflows). It determines the winning of the lottery target combination within the winning range, and sets an internal winning flag corresponding to the selected lottery target role among the lottery target roles constituting the notification target role of the type.

  Also, when the navigation notification is not executed in the step of Sc01, regardless of the advantageous stop order for one type of notification target role (for example, push order bell), it is regarded as one type of lottery target role (for example, push order bell). A collective lottery for determining the winning is performed collectively (Sc03). In the collective lottery, as shown in FIG. 26 (b), for one type of notification target role (for example, push order bell), for a lottery target role (for example, push order bell) in which the types of notification target roles are combined. It is determined whether the internal lottery random number value falls within the winning range (specifically, whether the added value overflows) or not. If the internal lottery random number value falls within the winning range, the type of notification target role ( For example, the winning of the push order bell) is determined, and an internal winning flag corresponding to the notification target combination of the type is set.

  In addition, other than the notification target combination, the presence or absence of the winning is determined as usual.

  Then, the internal winning command corresponding to the internal winning flag set in the individual lottery in the step of Sc02 or the collective lottery in the step of Sc03 is read from the internal winning command table and set in the command queue (Sc04).

  The internal winning command set in the command queue in the step of Sc04 is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 in the subsequent timer interrupt processing (main).

  Also, although not particularly shown, when the navigation notification is not performed, if the notification target role is won, after the internal lottery, a stop order selection lottery for selecting an advantageous stop order from a plurality of types of stop orders is performed, The advantageous stop order changes according to the result.

  As described above, in the second modification, the internal winning command table in which the internal winning command is set is stored in the ROM 41b for each winning combination, and an advantageous stopping order for one type of notification target combination in the internal winning command table is stored. , An internal winning flag that is set when one of a plurality of types of lottery target roles having different wins, an internal winning flag that is set when one type of lottery target role corresponding to one type of notification target role has been won, Different internal winning commands are set correspondingly to each other, and when the navigation notification is executed in the internal lottery, the main control unit 41 determines that the lottery target roles that have different advantageous stop orders for one type of notification target role are different. An individual lottery for determining the winning is performed for each individual, and an internal winning command corresponding to the winning combination is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. In the case where the navigation notification is not executed, a lump-sum lottery is performed to determine the winning at once as one type of lottery target role regardless of the advantageous stop order for the one type of notification target role, and the internal corresponding to the winning combination is performed. A winning command is transmitted to the sub control unit 91. That is, the internal winning command transmitted when a lottery target role having a different advantageous stop order is won for one type of notification target role is determined by the internal winning command which can specify the type of the notified notification target role and the stop order advantageous to the player. The internal winning command transmitted as one internal winning command and transmitted when one type of notification target role is won, the type of the notification target role that has been won can be specified, but the stop order advantageous to the player is specified. Since the main control unit 41 does not execute the navigation notification because it is transmitted as an impossible second internal winning command, an advantageous stop order according to the result of the internal lottery from the internal winning command is determined. It is not specified by the sub-control unit 91.

  In the second modification, when the internal winning flag is set in the internal lottery, the internal winning command is set. However, after the internal lottery, the internal winning flag is read and the internal winning flag is set. good.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 transmits an internal winning command capable of specifying the result of the internal lottery to the sub-control unit 91, so that the sub-control unit 91 specifies the result of the internal lottery and controls the AT. If so, a stop order advantageous to the player is notified based on the specified result of the internal lottery. In such a configuration, a command indicating the result of the internal lottery is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 regardless of whether or not it is controlled by the AT, so that all the results of the internal lottery can be specified. In spite of the fact that the sub-control unit 91 has been tampered with, it is advantageous for the player according to the result of the internal lottery from the internal winning command even though the main control unit 41 has not decided to control the AT. There is a possibility that an advantageous stop order may be reported even though the stop order is specified and the AT is not controlled.

  On the other hand, in the present embodiment, when the notification target role (push order bell, replay GR1 to 6, replay GR11 to 13, and replay GR21 to 26) is won in the internal lottery, the navigation notification is performed (during AT). , Or when the navigation notification is performed during non-AT), the first internal winning command that can specify the type of the winning notification target role and the stop order advantageous to the player is transmitted, and the navigation notification is performed. If the state is not changed (when the navigation notification is not performed during the non-AT), the type of the winning notification target role can be specified, but the stop order advantageous to the player cannot be specified. Is transmitted, if the navigation notification is not executed on the main control unit 41 side, since an advantageous stop order according to the result of the internal lottery is not specified from the internal winning command, the sub control 91 side is made invalid advantageously be other than a state where the navigation notification is executing operations sequence can be prevented from being informed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, at the time of winning the pushing order bell, when the stop operation is performed in the stop order corresponding to the type of the pushing order bell, the control for winning the middle bell which is relatively advantageous to the player is performed. When the stop operation is performed in a stop order other than the stop order corresponding to the type of the push order bell, the control not to win the middle bell is performed, and at the time of winning the common bell, regardless of the stop order, Control is performed so that the middle bell can be won. At the time of winning the push order bell, if the navigation notification is performed (during the navigation notification during AT or non-AT), it is also advantageous for the player that the push order bell is won. If the stop order, that is, the first internal winning command that can also specify the stop order for winning the middle row bell is transmitted and navigation notification is not performed (when navigation notification is not performed during non-AT), push. While it is possible to specify that the forward bell has been won but a stop order that is advantageous to the player cannot be determined, a second internal winning command is transmitted, while the middle bell is allowed to win as in the case of the push bell, In addition, at the time of winning the common bell which enables the middle bell to be won regardless of the stop order, the first internal winning command corresponding to the pushing order bell is performed regardless of whether or not the navigation notification is executed. And push Since the second internal winning command different from the second internal winning command corresponding to the forward bell and corresponding to the common bell that can specify that the common bell has been won is transmitted, the sub control unit On the 91 side, in a situation where the middle bell can be won, it is specified whether the middle bell can be won if the player does not operate in the stop order corresponding to the pushing order bell, or whether the middle bell can be won regardless of the stop order. can do. In particular, when it is specified that the middle bell can be won regardless of the stop order, it is also possible to perform an effect indicating that the middle bell can be won regardless of the stop order.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the common bell is a lottery target role that is likely to be won at the same time as a BB accompanied by a shift to a BB advantageous to the player and an RB accompanied by a shift to an RB advantageous to the player. Since the prize of the bell indicates the possibility of winning the BB or RB, the sub control unit 91 determines whether the BB or RB can be won by the internal winning command corresponding to the common bell. Since it is possible to specify that the suggested winning of the middle bell has been won, it is also possible to perform an effect that expects the BB or RB to be won in such a situation.

  In the present embodiment, at the time of winning the pushing order bell, if the navigation notification is performed, it is also advantageous for the player that the pushing order bell is won, that is, the stopping order for winning the middle bell. If the first internal winning command that can also be specified is transmitted and the navigation notification is not performed, it is possible to specify that the pressing order bell has been won, but it is not possible to specify the stop order that is advantageous to the player. While the internal winning command of No. 2 is transmitted, the winning of the middle bell is allowed as in the case of the pushing order bell, and the winning of the middle bell can be won regardless of the stop order. Irrespective of whether or not the navigation notification is executed, the internal win command different from the first internal win command corresponding to the push order bell and the second internal win command corresponding to the push order bell, Although the second internal winning command corresponding to the common bell that can specify that the bell has been won is transmitted, when the notification target role is won, if the navigation notification is performed, the notification target role is sent. If the first internal winning command that can specify both the winning and the operation procedure advantageous to the player is transmitted and the navigation notification is not performed, it can be specified that the notification target role has been won. While the second internal winning command, which cannot specify the operation procedure that is advantageous to the player, is transmitted, the derivation of the advantageous display result is allowed, and the advantageous display is performed regardless of the operation procedure, similarly to the notification target role. When a specific lottery result that can derive the result is obtained, the first internal winning command and the notification target role corresponding to the notification target role are sent to the notification target role regardless of whether the navigation notification is executed. In a case where a second internal winning command which is different from the corresponding second internal winning command and which can specify that a specific lottery result has been obtained is transmitted, the sub In the situation where the advantageous display result can be derived on the control unit 91 side, the advantageous display result cannot be derived unless the operation is performed in accordance with the operation procedure corresponding to the notification target role, or the advantageous display result can be derived regardless of the operation procedure. Or can be specified.

  For example, at the time of winning the replays GR1 to GR6, if the navigation notification is performed, a first internal winning command that can specify that the replay GR1 to GR6 has been won and an operation procedure advantageous to the player is transmitted. If the navigation notification is not performed, it is possible to specify that the replays GR1 to GR6 have been won, but the operation procedure advantageous to the player cannot be specified. As in the case of the replays GR1 to GR6, if the winning of the promotion replay is permitted and the specific lottery result that allows the promotion replay to be derived in any operation procedure, the navigation notification is executed. Irrespective of whether it is performed or not, the first internal winning command corresponding to the replay GR1-6 and the second internal winning command corresponding to the replay GR1-6 are different from the first internal winning command. A winning command, even if the second internal winning command which can be specified that a particular lottery results are configured to be transmitted, the same effect as described above can be obtained.

  Also, in such a configuration, the specific lottery result is a lottery result that may be won at the same time as a BB accompanied by a shift to a BB advantageous to the player and an RB accompanied by a shift to an RB advantageous to the player. It is preferable that the sub-control unit 91 side determines that there is a possibility of winning in BB or RB by deriving an advantageous display result such as promotion replay or the like. It is possible to specify that the derivation of the advantageous display result indicating the possibility of winning of the BB or RB is permitted by the internal winning command corresponding to the specific lottery result. It is also possible to perform a production that expects to win.

  In the present embodiment, the stop order is applied as an operation procedure that is advantageous to the player when the notification target role is won. However, an operation procedure that is operated at any one of a plurality of different operation timings, Any operation procedure may be applied as long as the operation procedure is operated in any one of the stop orders, or an operation procedure based on a combination of these is applied as an operation procedure that is advantageous to the player.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the notification target role is won in the internal lottery, if the navigation notification is performed, the first notification type that can specify the type of the notification target role that has been won and the stop order that is advantageous to the player can be specified. If the internal winning command is transmitted and the navigation notification is not performed, the type of the winning notification target role can be specified, but the stop order advantageous to the player cannot be specified. When the navigation is not executed on the side of the main control unit 41 by the transmission, an advantageous stop order according to the result of the internal lottery is not specified from the internal winning command. When the notification target role is won in, regardless of whether the navigation notification is performed or not, the type of the notification target role that has been selected can be specified, but the stop order that is advantageous to the player cannot be specified. If the navigation notification is performed, an advantageous procedure command that can specify an advantageous stop order for the player according to the type of the information subject to be won is transmitted separately from the internal winning command. On the other hand, if the navigation notification is not performed, the advantageous procedure command is not transmitted, and if the navigation notification is not executed on the main control unit 41 side, the advantage according to the result of the internal lottery is determined from the command. It is good also as composition which does not specify a stop order.

  In addition, when the notification target role is won in the internal lottery, if the navigation notification is performed, an internal winning command that can specify the type of the notification target role that has been won and the stop order that is advantageous to the player is transmitted, If the navigation notification is not performed, the internal winning command is not transmitted, and if the navigation notification is not performed on the main control unit 41 side, an advantageous stop order according to the result of the internal lottery is specified from the command. It is good also as a structure which is not performed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the notification target role is won in the internal lottery, if the navigation notification is performed, if the advantageous operation procedure includes a plurality of procedures (for example, the first replay GR1 to replay GR6) The operation sequence in which the stop reels are in the correct order and the second stop reels are also in the correct order). However, when the notification target role is won in the internal lottery, the partial navigation notification that notifies only some of the advantageous operation procedures of a plurality of procedures is performed ( For example, when only the first stop reel that is the correct answer is notified, if the advantageous operation procedure is a specific stop order and a specific timing, only the stop order or timing is notified. In such a case, the internal winning command may be transmitted so that only a part of the advantageous operation procedure notified by the partial navigation notification can be specified. In a state where only a part of the advantageous operation procedure is notified, all the advantageous operation procedures according to the result of the internal lottery are not specified from the internal winning command, so that the Even if it is performed, it is possible to prevent all the advantageous operation procedures from being notified except in the state where the navigation notification in which all the advantageous operation procedures are notified is executed.

  In addition, the notification target role in the present embodiment is, in principle, an operation procedure for deriving the advantageous display result according to the lottery target role constituting the notification target role, and the advantageous display result can be derived. A lottery result whose operation procedure does not change even if the lottery result is a large (for example, a role that may be missed depending on the operation timing of a watermelon, a corner cherry, etc.) is not a notification target role. Further, even if the operation procedure for deriving the advantageous display result is different depending on the lottery target combination, the lottery result for deriving the chance eyes and the like by inducing the missed intention (for example, A lottery result that is not intended to affect the player's advantage depending on the presence or absence of the notification, such as the derived one-piece role, etc., does not have to be a notification target. Alternatively, the first internal winning command that can specify the type of the winning combination and the operation procedure advantageous to the player may be transmitted.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the notification target combination is won, when the operation is performed in accordance with the operation procedure according to the type of the lottery target combination constituting the notification target combination, the advantageous display result (the result which is always advantageous to the player) Middle bell, promotion replay, special replay, etc.) is derived, but when operated in accordance with the operation procedure according to the type of the lottery target role constituting the notification target role, the lottery further configuring the notification target role An advantageous display result is derived when the operation is performed in a specific operation procedure that does not change according to the type of the target combination, and an advantageous display result is obtained when the derivation operation unit is operated in an operation procedure other than the specific operation procedure. Control for deriving a display result other than the display result may be performed. In this case, the specific operation procedure that does not change according to the type of the lottery target role that constitutes the notification target role is, for example, operating in the stop order according to the type of the lottery target role that constitutes the notification target role. Operating procedure that is performed at a specific operation timing, and is operated at an operation timing according to the type of a lottery target role that constitutes a notification target role on one reel, and is operated at a specific operation timing on another reel. Operating procedures.

  In the present embodiment, similarly to the pushing order bell, at the time of winning the common bell in which the winning of the middle bell is permitted, the middle bell wins when the left reel is operated at a specific timing regardless of the stop order. The configuration may be such that, when the common bell is won, the middle bell always wins regardless of the stop order and the operation timing.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the notification target role is won, a medal is given as an advantageous display result derived when operated in accordance with the operation procedure according to the type of the lottery target role constituting the notification target role. The prize mode of the accompanying small combination, the prize mode of the re-game combination accompanied by the transition to the gaming state (RT0, RT2) advantageous to the player, and the prize mode of the re-game combination maintaining the gaming state (RT0) advantageous to the player However, the display results that are advantageous to the player are the medals and replays that are given, and the medals and replays are given to other display results that do not involve a transition to the gaming state that is advantageous to the players. A display result accompanied by a transition to a gaming state advantageous to the player, a display result accompanied by the addition of more medals to other display results accompanied by the medal, and a privilege (ART, etc.) advantageous to the player. With grant The display result with the addition of the privilege to the other display result, the display result that maintains the current gaming state with respect to the other display result with the transition to the gaming state disadvantageous to the player, or the display state with the current gaming state Any display result or the like accompanied by transition to an advantageous game state may be used.

  Here, the privilege that is advantageous to the player is a right that can be shifted to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player (to win a lottery that determines whether or not to generate an advantageous state, and to shift to an advantageous state). Winning, etc.), the right to be notified of an operation mode advantageous to the player, the right to be controlled to a gaming state having a high expected value to which a gaming value is given, and the current gaming state to be advantageous to the player. Such as the right to be notified of whether or not the game state is a good game state, the period of controlling the game state to the advantageous state (the number of fixed games, the average value of the number of games that fluctuates depending on the ending condition, etc.) It may not be directly advantageous to the player, but may be an advantage indirectly advantageous to the player, for example, a condition for obtaining a privilege on the Internet.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the navigation procedure controlled by the main control unit 41 and the navigation effect controlled by the sub-control unit 91 can be used to identify an operation procedure that is advantageous to the player. A configuration in which an operation procedure advantageous to the player can be identified only by the navigation effect controlled by the sub control unit 91 may be employed.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification that notifies the stop order of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R in a distinguishable manner based on the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12.

  As shown in FIG. 27, the game auxiliary display 12 includes two displays 12L and 12R capable of turning on / off the first to eighth segments, respectively, and displaying each segment in white, peach, yellow, orange, and red. , Green and blue.

  As shown in FIG. 28, the lighting mode of the game assistance display 12 in the navigation notification is, as shown in FIG. 28, the stop order (middle left, right, middle right left, right left middle, right middle left, left --- (first left stop),-) The combination of the segments to be turned on is different for each of the middle (first stop at the middle) and right (first stop at the right), so that the stop order can be identified from the combination of the segments being turned on. For example, the first segment, the second segment, the fourth segment, and the sixth segment of the display 12L are turned on, the second segment, the fourth segment, the sixth segment, and the seventh segment of the display 12R are turned on, and the other segments are turned on. If the segment is turned off, it is possible to identify the stop order of the middle left and right. However, the combination of segments that are lit in accordance with the stop order is not a direct recall of the stop order, and it is difficult to immediately identify the stop order from the combination of lit segments. It cannot be easily identified without a table.

  Also, in the navigation notification executed when the push order bell is won, the segments lit corresponding to the stop order are lit in yellow, and the stop operation is performed according to the notified stop order, so that the middle bell wins. Can be identified.

  In the navigation notification executed when the replays GR1 to GR6 are won, the segments that are lit corresponding to the stop order light up in orange, and the stop operation is performed according to the notified stop order, so that the promotion replay wins. Can be identified.

  In the navigation notification executed when the replays GR11 to GR13 are won, the segments lit in the stop order are lit in blue, and the stop operation is performed according to the notified stop order, thereby winning the middle replay. Can be identified.

  In the navigation notification executed when the replays GR11 to GR13 are won, the segments lit in the stop order are lit in green, and the stop operation is performed according to the notified stop order, so that the special replay wins. Can be identified.

  In the navigation notification executed at the time of winning the replays GR21 to GR23, in the navigation notification for winning the middle replay, the segments that are lit corresponding to the stop order light up in blue, so that the stop operation is performed according to the notified stop order. By doing so, it is possible to identify that the middle replay wins.

  In the navigation notification executed when the replay GRs 21 to 23 are won, in the navigation notification in which the red 7 aligned replay or the red 7 missing replay is won, the segments which are lit corresponding to the stop order are lit in pink, thereby being notified. By performing the stop operation according to the stop order, it is possible to recognize that a red 7-matched replay, a red 7-missed replay, a blue 7-matched replay, and a blue 7-missed replay win.

  In the navigation notification executed at the time of winning the replay GRs 24 to 26, in the navigation notification for winning the middle replay, the segments that are lit corresponding to the stop order light up in blue, so that the stop operation is performed according to the notified stop order. By doing so, it is possible to identify that the middle replay wins.

  Further, among the navigation notifications executed when the replay GRs 24 to 26 are won, in the navigation notification for winning the blue 7 aligned replay or the blue 7 missing replay, the segments that are lit corresponding to the stop order are lit in pink, so that the notification is performed. By performing the stop operation according to the stop order, it is possible to recognize that a red 7-matched replay, a red 7-missed replay, a blue 7-matched replay, and a blue 7-missed replay win.

  Further, in the present embodiment, by illuminating the eighth segment of the display 12R in red, it is possible to identify that an ART (including AT) is being performed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, by illuminating the eighth segment of the display 12L in red, it is possible to identify that the navigation notification is being performed. The eighth segment of the display 12L is illuminated in red during the navigation notification, that is, when the type of the notification target role selected by the navigation notification and the stop order advantageous to the player are displayed on the displays 12R and 12L. Therefore, even if the displays 12L and 12R are used for purposes other than navigation notification such as display of an error code, etc., it is determined whether the display displayed on the displays 12R and 12L is based on the navigation notification. Or can be identified.

  Next, a description will be given of a manner of executing the navigation notification and the navigation effect.

  As shown in FIG. 29 (a), all segments of the game assistance display 12 are turned off except for a period until the start of the next game when medals are paid out by winning a small role. An image corresponding to the normal state is also displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

  When the control of the AT is started in this state, as shown in FIG. 29B, the main control unit 41 turns on the eighth segment of the display 12R in red, and starts reporting that the ART (AT) is being performed. I do.

  In addition, when the notification target role is won during the AT or the ART, as shown in FIGS. 29C and 29D, the main control unit 41 responds to the game assistance display 12 as the navigation notification. By turning on the segment, the stop order is notified, and the stop order command is transmitted, thereby causing the sub-control unit 91 to execute the navigation effect.

  At this time, the winning combination is different, the winning role is different by performing the stop operation according to the notified stop order, but if the stop order for winning the target role is the same, for example, when the push order bell win If the stop order for winning the middle bell and the stop order for winning the special bell at the time of winning the replay GR11 to 13 are the same, the stop order is identified by the navigation notification on the game assist display 12 so that the stop order can be identified. The combination of the segments to be played is the same, but the lighting colors are different, so that the winning combination can be identified. For example, as shown in FIG. 29 (c), when a pressing order bell is won, the lit segment turns yellow, and a stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, so that the middle bell wins. 29D, when the replays GR11 to GR13 are won, the segment to be lit becomes orange, and the stop operation according to the notified stop order is performed. This makes it possible to identify that the special replay has won.

  Also in the navigation effect, the image of the stop order is the same, but the image of the winning combination is displayed so that the winning combination can be identified. For example, as shown in FIG. 29 (c), when a pressing order bell is won, a stop operation according to the notified stop order is displayed by displaying “bell” in addition to an image notifying the stop order. 29, it becomes possible to recognize that the middle bell has won. As shown in FIG. 29 (d), when the replays GR11 to GR13 have been won, the replay a / replay b By displaying “-replay a-bell”, it is possible to identify that a special replay wins by performing a stop operation according to the notified stop order.

  When the number of remaining games in the ART becomes 0 and the navigation stock also becomes 0 and the ART ends, the main control unit 41 sets the eighth segment of the display 12R as shown in FIG. 29 (e). The light is turned off, and the notification that the ART is being performed ends.

  Further, in this embodiment, if the stop order of only the first stop reels matches at the time of the pressing order bell win, the win of the replay GR11 to 13, the win of the replay GR21 to 23, and the win of the replay GR24 to 26, the second Regardless of the stop order after the stop reel, the target combination wins. That is, after the second stop reel, if the stop operation is performed in an arbitrary stop order, the target combination can be won. For this reason, in the navigation notification performed by the main control unit 41, when the push order bell is won, when the replay GRs 11 to 13 are won, when the replay GRs 21 to 23 are won, and when the replay GRs 24 to 26 are won, the left, right, left, and right stops are performed. A common lighting is used as a lighting mode of a segment that can identify the order, a lighting mode of a segment that can identify the middle left, right, and middle right and left stop orders, and a lighting mode of a segment that can identify the stop order of the right middle left and right middle left. The embodiment is applied.

  On the other hand, the sub-control unit 91 determines not only the stop order of the first stop reel but also the first stop reel at the time of pressing the bell, at the time of winning the replay GR11 to 13, at the time of winning the replay GR21 to 23, and at the time of winning the replay GR24 to 26. The stop order after the two stop reels is sorted by lottery or the like, and based on the sorting result, not only the stop order of the first stop reel but also the stop order after the second stop reel is notified by the navigation effect. I have.

  For example, when the left bell is won, the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the left reel is set to the first stop, so that the stop order in the middle left and right and left and right directions is changed as shown in FIGS. In contrast to the navigation notification being performed in the lighting mode of the identifiable segment, in the navigation effect, a notification mode of notifying the stop order of the middle left and right shown in FIG. 30A and the left and right shown in FIG. The stop order is notified in one of the notification modes of notifying the stop order in the middle.

  In the present embodiment, when the notification target role is won during the AT or the ART, as shown in FIG. 31, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the stop operation has been performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification. Instead, the navigation notification is continued from the start of the game (when the start switch 7 is operated) to the stop of all reels (when the stop switch of the third stop operation is released). At this time, when the small winning combination is won, as shown in FIG. 31 (d), the number of medals to be paid out is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 over a period from the end of the game to the start of the next game. At this time, the number of payout medals is displayed in red, which is not used in the navigation notification, so that it is possible to clearly distinguish whether the notification is the navigation notification or the number of payouts.

  Note that the navigation notification is continued from the start of the game (when the start switch 7 is operated) to the stop of all reels (when the stop switch of the third stop operation is released). It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the navigation notification is continued from the time when all reels stop (when the stop switch of the third stop operation is pressed) to the time when all reels stop (when the stop switch of the third stop operation is pressed).

  On the other hand, as shown in FIGS. 31A to 31D, as long as the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification, the sub control unit 91 performs the navigation effect over the period from the start of the game to the stop of all reels. However, when the stop operation is performed in the stop order that does not match the stop order according to the navigation notification, the stop operation that does not match the notified stop order is performed as illustrated in FIG. The navigation effects are to be terminated from that point.

  In this embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 can execute a prize notification effect for notifying that the player has won any of the winning lines LN.

  In the winning notification effect, the reel LED 55 corresponding to the area of the symbols aligned on the winning line LN according to the winning combination (for example, when a middle bell or the like having the same symbol on the winning line LN wins), or invalid. The indicator symbols aligned with the lines LM1 to LM4 (for example, when the symbol aligned with the pay line LN is not the same symbol, but the indicator symbol aligned with the invalid line is the same symbol, the downward-sloping bell or the like wins) ), The lighting mode of the reel LED 55 corresponding to the area is changed, and an image indicating the winning is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, thereby notifying that the winning has been achieved.

  Note that, in the present embodiment, as the winning notification effect, an effect of changing the lighting mode of the reel LED 55 and changing the display mode of the liquid crystal display 51 to notify that the winning combination has been won is applied. An effect of notifying that the role has been won may be applied by another effect device such as a sound output and effect LED 52.

  The sub-control unit 91 does not always execute a prize notification effect when a role is won, but is in a normal state and in a case where the navigation notification is not executed, the promotion replay, the special replay, the fall replay, and the red 7 replay are performed. If a role other than the Red 7 Missing Replay, Blue 7 Match Replay, and Blue 7 Missing Replay wins, a navigation notification is executed, a stop operation is performed according to the notified stop order, and a win is won if any of the roles wins. In the case where the notification effect is executed, but in the normal state and the navigation notification is not executed, the promotion replay, the special replay, the falling replay, the red 7 matching replay, the red 7 dropping replay, the blue 7 matching replay, the blue 7 dropping When a replay is won, navigation notification is executed, and a stop operation is performed according to a stop order other than the notified stop order. If the Re one of the winning combination has been won does not execute the prize notification effect.

  For example, as shown in FIGS. 32 (a) and 32 (b), when the replay GRs 11 to 13 are won, the navigation notification is executed, and when the stop operation is performed in the notified stop order and the special replay wins, the prize notification is performed. While the effect is executed, as shown in FIGS. 32 (c) and (d), the stop order other than the stop order informed even though the navigation notification was executed when the replays GR11 to GR13 were won. When the falling replay wins due to the stop operation in the above, the winning notification effect is not executed.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, in the configuration including the main control unit 41 for controlling the game and the sub-control unit 91 for controlling the production, the main control unit 41 is provided for the player by the game auxiliary display 12. Since the control for informing the reel stop order that can be distinguished in an identifiable manner, that is, the control for performing the navigation notification is performed, even if an abnormality occurs in the sub-control unit 91, the advantage of the player is prevented from being affected. it can.

  Further, in the navigation notification by the game auxiliary display 12, for example, the same stop order can be distinguished between the time of winning the push order bell in which the middle bell wins and the time of winning the replay GR11 to 13 in which special replay wins. Even if the stop order is determined by the lighting color at that time, even if the stop order identified by the navigation notification is the same, even if the stop order identified by the navigation notification is the same, Can be recognized.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the stop order notified in the navigation notification is notified in a notification mode in which it is difficult to immediately identify the stop order, and the sub control unit 91 controls the liquid crystal display 51 and the like. The stop order notified by the used navigation effect can be focused on. Further, even when the navigation effect does not function, the stop order can be identified by using a correspondence table or the like. The notification mode that is difficult to identify immediately corresponds to, for example, a mode in which an identification symbol, an identification number, or the like determined in accordance with an operation procedure such as a stop sequence is notified.

  In the present embodiment, the stop order notified in the navigation notification is notified in a notification mode in which it is difficult to immediately identify the stop order. However, as described in a modified example described later, the navigation order is notified. The operation procedure may be notified in a notification mode in which the stop order notified in the notification can be immediately identified.

  In this embodiment, when the sub-control unit 91 performs the navigation notification by the main control unit 41, the stop order in which the liquid crystal display 51 notifies the navigation notification in a more noticeable manner than the navigation notification. Is controlled so as to be identifiable, and by using the effect device such as the liquid crystal display 51 or the like, it is possible to inform the player in a favorable manner of the reel stop order which is advantageous to the player. In addition, the notification mode that is more prominent than the navigation notification is a notification mode in which the navigation effect is performed on a screen larger than the game auxiliary display 12 in which the navigation notification is performed, a notification mode in which the navigation effect is performed by a plurality of rendering devices, It is sufficient if the notification mode or the like can immediately grasp the operation procedure.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 continues the navigation notification from the start of the game to the stop of all reels regardless of whether or not the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification, while the sub control The unit 91 continues the navigation effect from the start of the game to the stop of all reels as long as the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification, but the stop order does not match the stop order according to the navigation notification. When the stop operation is performed, the navigation effect ends when the stop operation that does not match the notified stop order is performed, and the stop operation is performed in an operation procedure different from the notified stop order. At this time, by continuing the notification by the navigation notification, the content of the notification can be confirmed thereafter, but the notification by the liquid crystal display 51, which is notified in a more prominent manner than the navigation notification, ends. Can be prevented by the troublesome I think to a player in the case where the.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 continues the navigation notification from the start of the game to the stop of all reels regardless of whether or not the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification, while the sub control The unit 91 continues the navigation effect from the start of the game to the stop of all reels as long as the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification, but the stop order does not match the stop order according to the navigation notification. When the stop operation is performed, the navigation effect is terminated when the stop operation that does not match the notified stop order is performed. However, the main control unit 41 performs the stop operation in the stop order according to the navigation notification. Regardless of whether or not the game is started, the navigation notification is continued for a period from the start of the game to the stop of all reels, and the sub control unit 91 also starts the game regardless of whether or not the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification. From the start of the game to the stop of all reels, as long as the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification. If the stop operation is performed in a stop order that does not match the stop order according to the navigation notification, the navigation notification is terminated from the time when the stop operation is performed that does not match the notified stop order. As long as the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to the navigation notification, the sub control unit 91 also continues the navigation effect from the start of the game to the stop of all reels, but does not match the stop order according to the navigation notification. When the stop operation is performed in the stop order, the navigation effect may be ended when the stop operation that does not match the notified stop order is performed. As long as the stop operation is performed in the stop order according to, the navigation notification is continued for the period from the start of the game to the stop of all reels, but the stop operation is performed in the stop order that does not match the stop order according to the navigation notification In the meantime, while the navigation notification ends when a stop operation that does not match the notified stop order is performed, the sub-control unit 91 determines whether the game has been stopped in the stop order according to the navigation notification or not. A configuration in which the navigation effect is continued over a period from the start to the stop of all reels may be adopted.

  Further, in this embodiment, if the stop order of only the first stop reels matches at the time of the pressing order bell win, the win of the replay GR11 to 13, the win of the replay GR21 to 23, and the win of the replay GR24 to 26, Regardless of the stop order after the second stop reel, the target combination wins. In other words, after the second stop reel, if the stop operation is performed in an arbitrary stop order, it becomes possible to win the target combination. Therefore, in the navigation notification performed by the main control unit 41, when the push order bell is won, the replay When the GRs 11 to 13 are won, when the replay GRs 21 to 23 are won, and when the replay GRs 24 to 26 are won, the lighting order of the segments that can identify the stop order in the middle left, right, left, and right, and the stop order in the middle left, right, and middle right left A common lighting mode is applied as a lighting mode of a segment that can identify the order of stop, and a lighting mode of a segment that can identify the stop order of the middle right and left and the middle right and left. On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 determines not only the stop order of the first stop reel but also the win order of the push reels, the win of the replays GR11 to 13, the win of the replays GR21 to 23, and the win of the replay GRs 24 to 26. In addition, the stop order after the second stop reel is sorted by lottery or the like, and based on the sorting result, not only the stop order of the first stop reel but also the stop order after the second stop reel is notified by the navigation effect. Thus, the stop order can be notified in various notification modes by the effect device such as the liquid crystal display 51 without increasing the load on the main control unit 41.

  In the present embodiment, in the navigation notification performed by the main control unit 41, when the push order bell is won, when the replay GRs 11 to 13 are won, when the replay GRs 21 to 23 are won, and when the replay GRs 24 to 26 are won, the middle left is displayed. A lighting mode of a segment that can identify the stop order of right and left and right, a lighting mode of a segment that can identify the stop order of middle left, right, and middle, right, and left, and a lighting mode of a segment that can identify stop order of right, left, middle, and right, middle, and left A common lighting mode is applied, however, when the push order bell is won, when the replay GRs 11 to 13 are won, when the replay GRs 21 to 23 are won, and when the replay GRs 24 to 26 are won, the stop order of the left middle right is stopped. Lighting mode of the segment that can identify the stop order in the left and right, lighting mode of the segment that can identify the stop order of the middle and left and right, middle right and left The navigation mode may be configured such that the lighting mode of the segment that can identify the stop order, the lighting mode of the segment that can identify the right-left middle stop order, and the lighting mode of the segment that can identify the right-middle-left stop order are allocated to provide navigation information. good. In addition, when the sub-control unit 91 wins the push order bell, the win of the replay GR11 to 13, the win of the replay GR21 to 23, and the win of the replay GR24 to 26, only the stop order of the first stop reel is performed by the navigation effect. It is good also as a structure which notifies.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 does not always execute the prize notification effect when the role is won, but executes the navigation notification, performs the stop operation according to the notified stop order, and performs one of the stop operations. When the winning combination of the role wins, the prize notification effect is executed, whereas the navigation notification is executed, the stop operation is performed according to the stop order other than the notified stop order, and if any of the roles wins, The prize notification effect is not executed, the stop order is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in the stop order other than the notified stop order, and the prize notification effect is executed if any of the roles wins. Since the stop order is not notified, it is possible to prevent the player from being impressed that the winning combination is won even if the notified stop order is ignored.

  In addition, in the examples shown in FIGS. 32C and 32D, in spite of the fact that the navigation notification is executed, the winning operation is performed in the stop order other than the notified stop order, and the winning combination is the same. Or, similar symbols are not arranged, but even if the navigation notification is executed, the role of winning when the stop operation is performed in a stop order other than the notified stop order is the same or similar. In the case of a winning combination in which the symbols are arranged, that is, a winning combination can be grasped at a glance, by not performing the winning announcement effect, the winning combination can be achieved even if the stop order informed more effectively is ignored. Can be prevented from impressing the player.

  In addition, when the navigation notification is not executed, when a prize is won, the prize notification effect is executed.In spite of the navigation notification being executed, the stop operation is performed in a stop order other than the stop order notified. When the player wins the prize, the prize information presentation effect may not be executed. Even in such a configuration, the player is informed that the winning combination can be achieved even if the stop order notified more effectively is ignored. It can prevent impressing.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the navigation notification is performed using the game auxiliary display 12 which displays the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a prize and an error code indicating the content of the error when the error occurs. That is, since the navigation notification is performed by using the game auxiliary display 12 which can display information other than the navigation notification, the notification means for performing the navigation notification is shared with the notification means for notifying the other information as well as the navigation notification. can do.

  In addition, when the navigation notification is shared with the game auxiliary display 12 which displays the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a prize and an error code indicating the content of the error when an error occurs, a notification mode displayed in the navigation notification It is preferable that the notification mode of the number of payouts or the notification mode of the error code be different from each other (for example, a notification mode in which the display color is different, a notification mode in which the display contents do not overlap, and the like). In addition, it is possible to prevent the information displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 from being erroneously recognized.

  Further, for example, when an error is detected while the game is in progress, an error code is displayed on the game assist display 12 when the error is detected, but the error state is not controlled until the end of the game. When an error is detected during the execution of the navigation notification, it is preferable that the error notification is not displayed and the navigation notification is continued until the end of the game. It is possible to prevent a situation in which the content notified due to the error cannot be confirmed and the player is disadvantaged. Further, in this case, it is preferable to notify that an error has been detected by using a segment not used in the navigation notification (for example, the eighth segment of the display 12L). While continuing, it is possible to recognize that the error has been detected.

  In the present embodiment, the navigation notification is performed by using the game auxiliary display 12 which displays the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a prize and an error code indicating the content of the error when an error occurs. Navigation using the 1 BET LED 14 for notifying that the number of bets is set to 1 by lighting, the 2 BET LED 15 for notifying that the number of bets is set to 2 by lighting, and the 3 BET LED 16 for notifying that the number of bets is set to 3 A configuration for performing the notification (for example, a navigation operation of instructing a stop operation of the left reel by turning on the 1 BET LED 14, a stop operation of the middle reel by turning on the 2 BET LED 15, a navigation operation instructing a stop operation of the right reel by turning on the 1 BET LED 16), or a modified example described later. As described below, a configuration may be adopted in which navigation information is notified using a dedicated display.

  In the present embodiment, as an operation procedure notified by the navigation notification, an operation in which the reels are stopped, that is, an operation in which the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R corresponding to the plurality of reels are operated in any one of the plurality of operation orders Although the procedure is applied, an operation procedure operated at any one of a plurality of different operation timings, or an operation procedure based on a combination of the stop order and the operation timing may be applied.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the operation procedure randomly determined from a plurality of operation procedures is notified as the specific operation procedure notified by the navigation notification. However, the specific operation procedure notified by the navigation notification is A uniformly fixed operation procedure may be used.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the winning combination is different, and the winning operation is different by performing the stop operation in accordance with the notified stop order. However, when the stopping order for winning the target role is the same, the game assistance The combination of the segments that are illuminated so that the stop order can be identified by the navigation notification of the display unit 12 is the same, but the illuminating color is different, so that the winning combination can be identified, but one is illuminated and the other is blinking It is good also as a structure which can identify the winning combination by making the notification and the switching speed of blinking different. In addition, as described in a modified example described later, a configuration may be adopted in which a winning combination can be identified by displaying different display contents. In particular, when one side is lit and the other side is flashing, the flashing switching speed is different, and the display content is different, the winning combination is different and the stop operation according to the notified stop order is performed. If the winning combination is different, but the stopping order for winning the target combination is the same, the winning combination can be identified even if the navigation notification is performed using the display device of the single color display.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the winning combination is different, and as different roles that are derived by performing a stop operation in accordance with the notified stop order, a middle bell and a special replay, a middle replay, a red seven replay or a red 7 Missing Replay, Blue 7 Matching Replay or Blue 7 Missing Replay (Push Order Bell and Replay GR11-13, Replay GR21-23, Replay GR24-26), ie, one is a small role with payout of medals, the other is a replay It is a replaying role with an award and a role with a transition of the game state is applied, but when operated in a specific operation procedure, one of the first symbol combinations is derived on one line. On the other hand, a second symbol combination different from the first symbol combination is derived on one line (for example, a combination of "bell-bell-bell" is available). , Etc.). When operated by a specific operation procedure, one of them is a specific symbol combination in the first line when the middle bell to win and the combination of "bell-replay a-replay a" are aligned. Is derived, whereas a specific symbol combination is derived on a second line different from the first line (for example, the combination of “replay a / replay b-replay a-replay a” When the middle replay aligned with the winning line LN and the combination of “replay a / replay b-replay a-replay a” are aligned to the invalid line LM4 and the replay is performed to the right, one of the first number is operated in a specific operation procedure. When the first small combination with the addition of the second medal is derived while the second small combination with the addition of the second number of medals is derived while the first small combination with the addition of the medal is derived, and the operation is performed in a specific operation procedure Two, one Is derived from the first re-gaming role with the transition of the gaming state, while the other is derived with the second re-gaming role without the transition of the gaming state, and was operated in a specific operation procedure. In such a case, one of the first small wins with the addition of the first number of medals is derived, while the second is with the second small win with the addition of the second number of medals (for example, , A middle bell with payout of eight medals and a corner cherry with payout of one medal). On the other hand, the other is derived from a re-playing role accompanied by re-game grant or a special role accompanied by transition of game state (for example, a middle bell with a medal grant and a middle replay or game state with a re-play grant). BB with transition), when operated according to a specific operation procedure, While a re-game combination accompanied by a game is derived, a special role accompanied by a transition of a game state is derived on the other side, and when operated in a specific operation procedure, one is a first game state. A second special role with a transition to a second gaming state different from the first gaming state is derived while a first special role with a transition to is derived (for example, , BB with shift to BB and RB with shift to RB), and combinations thereof. Further, the hand with the transition of the gaming state is not limited to the special hand, and a specific hand among a small hand, a replay, and a loss may be applied.

  In the present embodiment, the navigation procedure is performed so that the operation procedure advantageous to the player can be identified. However, the result of the internal lottery (the winning state of the internal winning flag) is identifiably displayed. (For example, a configuration in which a number such as a binary number, a decimal number, or a hexadecimal number assigned to each winning combination is displayed). In such a case, it is possible to grasp the result of the internal lottery in each game.

  Further, in such a configuration, since it is not intended to make the player actively recognize such as a test shooting test, a display (for example, the set value display 24 or the like) provided inside the front door 1b or a casing is provided. It is preferably displayed on a display provided in the body 1a. When a display (such as the game auxiliary display 12) that is visible to the player is used, it is preferable that the display is performed in a manner that the player cannot immediately recognize the display.

  Next, modifications 1 to 5 of the navigation notification will be described.

  In the above embodiment, the winning combinations are different, and the winning operation is different by performing the stop operation in accordance with the notified stopping order. However, when the stopping order for winning the target role is the same, the game assist display is The combinations of the segments that are illuminated so that the stop order can be identified by the 12 navigation notifications are the same, but the illumination colors are different, so that the winning combination can be identified.

  On the other hand, in the first modification, the combination of the segments that are lit so that the stop order is identifiable by the navigation notification of the game assistance display 12 is different, so that the winning combination can be identified.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 33, the lighting mode of the game assistance display in the navigation notification is the stop order in which the notification is notified (middle left and right, middle right and left, right and left middle, right and middle left, left --- (first left stop)) , -Middle- (middle first stop), -right (first right stop)) and the combination of segments to be lit for each type of target combination for navigation notification, the stop order from the combination of lit segments The winning combination can be identified by performing a stop operation in accordance with the notified stop order.

  With such a configuration, when the winning combination is different and the stop operation according to the notified stop order is performed, the winning combination is different, but when the stop order for winning the target combination is the same, Even when the navigation notification is performed using the display device of the single color display, the winning combination can be identified by performing the stop operation according to the notified stop order.

  In the first modification, the combination of the segments that are turned on corresponding to the stop order and the target combination of the navigation notification is not such that the stop order and the target combination of the navigation notification are directly recalled. It is difficult to immediately identify the stop order from the combination and cannot be easily identified without a correspondence table or the like. However, as described later, the stop order and the target role of the navigation notification notified in the navigation notification are described later. The operating procedure and the target role of the notification may be notified in a notification mode that allows the user to be immediately identified.

  In the above embodiment, the stop order notified in the navigation notification is notified in a notification mode in which it is difficult to immediately identify the stop order.

  On the other hand, in the modified examples 2 and 3, the operation procedure is notified in a notification mode in which the stop order notified in the navigation notification can be immediately identified.

  In the second modification, as shown in FIG. 34 and FIG. 35, the lighting mode of the game assistance display 12 in the navigating notification is the first period from the start of reel rotation to the first stop, and the first stop to the second stop. In the second period, it changes every third period from the second stop to the third stop. The lighting mode in the first period is a character (the left reel is L, the middle reel is C, and the right reel is r) indicating the reel in which the display mode of the display 12R corresponds to the first stop reel, and the lighting mode in the second period. Is a character indicating a reel in which the lighting mode of the display 12R corresponds to the second stop reel, and a lighting mode in the third period is a character indicating a reel in which the lighting mode of the display 12R corresponds to the third stop reel. . For example, when notifying the stop order of the middle and left and right, the lighting mode of the display 12R switches in the order of C → L → r. When the stop order of the left --- (the 1st stop reel is left, the 2nd stop reel, and the 3rd stop reel is arbitrary) is notified, the lighting mode of the display 12R is L →-→- It switches in the order of. Thereby, the stop order of the reels can be identified by the characters displayed in the first period, the second period, and the third period on the display 12R of the game auxiliary display 12 in the navigation notification.

  Also, in any of the first to third periods, the indicator 12L indicates the number indicating the target role of the navigation notification (push order bell is 1, replay GR1 to GR6 is 2, and replay GR11 to 13 is 3). 4 when the stop order of the middle replay is notified by the replay GRs 21 to 23, 5 when the replay of the red 7 is completed or the red 7 missing replay is notified by the replay GRs 21 to 23, and stop of the middle replay by the replay GRs 24 to 26. 6 is displayed when the order is notified, and 7) is displayed when the blue 7 matching replay or the blue 7 missing replay is notified by the replay GRs 24 to 26, and is displayed during the first to third periods. The winning combination can be identified by performing a stop operation in accordance with the notified stop order from the number displayed on the device 12L.

  With such a configuration, the operation procedure is notified in a notification mode in which the stop order and the winning combination notified in the navigation notification can be immediately identified, so that, for example, the production of the liquid crystal display 51 or the like. Even when the device does not function, the operating procedure and the winning combination can be recognized without using a correspondence table or the like.

  In the third modification, as shown in FIG. 36, the lighting mode of the game assistance display 12 in the navigation notification is a first period from the start of reel rotation to the first stop, and a second period from the first stop to the second stop. , For every third period from the second stop to the third stop. The lighting mode in the first period is such that the lighting mode of the display 12L is a number indicating the type of the target combination for the navigation notification, and the lighting mode of the display 12R is a number indicating the reel corresponding to the first stop reel (the left reel is 1). The first state in which the middle reel is 2 and the right reel is 3), and a stop position (a position to be pushed) in which the lighting mode of the display 12L and the display 12R is a guide for stopping the first stop reel. (Symbol number, but 99 if an arbitrary stop position is acceptable) is a lighting mode that switches at regular intervals, and the lighting mode in the second period is the display 12L. Is the number indicating the type of the target combination of the navi notification, the first state in which the lighting mode of the display 12R is the number indicating the reel corresponding to the second stop reel, and the first state in which the display 12L and the display 12R The lighting mode is a lighting mode in which the lighting mode is switched at regular intervals from a second state, which is a number indicating a stop position serving as a guide to stop the second stop reel, and the lighting mode in the third period is a lighting mode of the display 12L. Is the number indicating the type of the target combination of the navigation notification, the first state in which the lighting mode of the display 12R is the number indicating the reel corresponding to the third stop reel, and the lighting mode of the display 12L and the display 12R. This is a lighting mode in which the state is switched at regular intervals from the second state, which is a number indicating a stop position serving as a guide to stop the third stop reel. For example, in the navigating notification for notifying the stop order for winning the red 7-matched replay at the time of winning the replay GR21, the left-(the first stop reel is the left reel, and the second stop reel and the third stop reel are optional). When "red 7" is designated as a stop position serving as a guide to stop all reels, 51 indicating the winning of the replay GRs 21 to 23 and the operation of stopping the left reel and the red 7 of the left reel in the first period. Are displayed alternately in the second period, 52 indicating the winning of the replays GR21 to GR23 and the stop operation of the middle reel located on the left side of the middle reel and the right reel, and red 7 of the middle reel. 18 indicating the symbol number of the right reel are displayed alternately, and the symbol number 53 indicating the winning of the replay GRs 21 to 23 and the stop operation of the right reel and the symbol number 7 of red 7 on the right reel are displayed in the third period. And 18 shown are alternately displayed. As a result, the game auxiliary display 12 in the navigation notification notifies the reel stop order and the stop position as a guide of the stop operation by the numbers alternately displayed in the first period, the second period, and the third period. By performing a stop operation in accordance with the stop order, the winning combination can be identified.

  The stop position as a guide to stop is, for example, when there are a plurality of stop positions that are advantageous to the player, the most easily aimed symbols (such as “red 7”, “blue 7”, and “BAR”) A symbol that is larger than the other symbols, a symbol of a color that is easy to identify compared to the colors of the other symbols, a symbol that has a watermark, and is visible when the reel LED 55 is lit, etc.), a stop position that is advantageous for the player If is a symbol that is difficult to aim, a symbol or the like that is easy to aim in the vicinity corresponds to the symbol.

  Further, when the stop position serving as a guide for stopping as described above is notified by the symbol number, the symbol arrangement and the symbol number are displayed on a menu screen or the like displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 by the operation of the player. It is preferable that the relationship be confirmed.

  With such a configuration, the operation procedure is notified in a notification mode in which it is possible to immediately identify a stop order, a stop position serving as a guide of the stop operation, and a winning combination, which are notified in the navigation notification. For example, even when the effect device such as the liquid crystal display 51 does not function, the operation procedure and the winning combination can be recognized without using the correspondence table or the like.

  The notification modes that can be immediately identified are not limited to those described in Modifications 2 and 3. For example, the notification procedure may include characters, numbers corresponding to the deriving operation means to be operated, initials, and reels. A symbol number which is a guide for timing when stopping, a symbol which is a guide for timing when stopping the reel, characters indicating the symbol, initials, the color of the symbol (for example, r7 for red 7, blue for red) In the case of 7, it is sufficient to notify b7).

  In the above-described embodiment, the navigation notification is performed by using the game auxiliary display 12 on which the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a prize or an error code indicating the content of the error when an error occurs is displayed.

  On the other hand, in the modified examples 4 and 5, the navigation notification is performed by the dedicated display.

  In the fourth modification, as shown in FIG. 37 (a), a 5-digit display having 8 segments is provided exclusively for performing navigation notification. The stop order of the reel, the middle reel, and the right reel is notified, and the remaining two-digit display unit notifies the stop positions serving as a guide of the stop operation in the first period, the second period, and the third period, respectively. Can be used to identify the operating procedure. Further, the target role of the navigation notification can be identified by the display color, the presence / absence of display / non-display switching, the display / non-display switching speed, and the like.

  In the fifth modification, as shown in FIG. 37 (b), a 9-digit display having 8 segments is provided exclusively for performing navigation notification. The stop order of the reel, the center reel, and the right reel is notified, and a stop position serving as a guide of the stop operation of the left reel is notified on any two-digit display of the remaining six-digit display, and the remaining four digits are displayed. The stop position serving as a guide for the stop operation of the middle reel is notified on any two-digit display of the display devices, and the stop position serving as a guide for the stop operation of the right reel is provided on the remaining two-digit displays. By doing so, the operation procedure can be identified. Further, the target role of the navigation notification can be identified by the display color, the presence / absence of display / non-display switching, the display / non-display switching speed, and the like.

  By using a dedicated display to perform the navigation notification in this way, it is possible to more easily notify information such as an operation procedure and winning combinations.

  In the fourth and fifth modifications, a dedicated display is provided for all the displays, but a part of the display may be used in combination with a display for notifying other information.

  Further, in the modified examples 4 and 5, the display having eight segments is applied. For example, three LEDs corresponding to the left reel, the center reel, and the right reel are provided, and the LED corresponding to each stop time is provided. The stop order may be identified by turning on. Also in this case, the target role of the navigation notification can be identified by the display color, the presence / absence of display / non-display switching, the display / non-display switching speed, and the like.

  In the above-described embodiment and the modified example, in addition to the operation procedure of the reel by the navigating notification, by performing the stop operation according to the notified operating procedure, the winning combination can be identified. Any configuration is possible as long as the operation procedure can be identified.

  In the above-described embodiment, as the notification that can identify the operation procedure performed by the main control unit 41, the navigation notification that notifies the stop order that is advantageous to the player according to the internal lottery result is described. As possible notification, a role notification for notifying a winning combination in accordance with an internal lottery result may be executed, and the operation procedure may be identified from the notification content.

  In the role announcement, as shown in FIG. 38, as the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12, the combination of the segments to be lit differs depending on the internal lottery result or the combination thereof, so that the combination of the segments being lit is changed to the reel. And the winning combination can be identified.

  For example, when 1A is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12, it is identified that the common bell has been won, so that the stop operation can be performed in any stop order and at any timing. Since it does not affect the advantage, it is possible to identify a stop operation in an arbitrary stop order and at an arbitrary timing, and to identify a middle bell or a downward-sloping bell as a winning combination.

  When 2F is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12, it is identified that one of the watermelon, the strong cherry, and the weak cherry has been won. Or, in order to win the corner cherry, it is necessary to stop within the pull-in range. Therefore, for the left reel, the pull-in range of "watermelon" and "cherry", and for the center reel and the right reel, "watermelon" The stop operation at the timing of the pull-in range can be identified, and the middle watermelon, the watermelon falling to the right, the middle cherry or the corner cherry can be identified as a winning combination.

  In this way, the main control unit 41 executes the role notification that notifies the winning combination according to the internal lottery result in an identifiable manner, and the operation procedure and the winning combination can be identified from the notification content. Also in this case, since the main control unit 41 performs control to make the game auxiliary display 12 notify the operation procedure of the reels in an identifiable manner, that is, control to perform a combination notification, even if an abnormality occurs on the sub control unit 91 side, the player Can be prevented from affecting the advantage of the game, and the notification of the role by the game auxiliary display 12 includes, for example, the time of winning the common bell where the middle bell or the downward-sloping bell can be won, the middle replay, and the promotion replay. Even when the same operation procedure is notified so as to be identifiable between when the winning replays GR1 to GR6 are won, since the same operation procedure is notified in different notification modes, it is identified by the role notification. Even work procedure is the same, the difference in notification manner at that time, it is possible to recognize the role that can be won by performing the stopping operation in accordance with the notification has been operating procedure.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 wins the ART lottery at RT1 as described above, and when the precursor period ends, starts the control of the AT and executes the navigation notification according to the type of the winning combination. Thus, after going through the preparation state, the process shifts to RT2 and controls to ART.

  As shown in FIG. 39 (a), at the time of winning of the replays GR1 to 6 in RT1, the stop order for winning the promotion replay is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed according to the notified stop order to win the promotion replay. This causes the transition from RT1 to RT0. Thereafter, at RT0, when the replays GR11 to GR13 are won, the stop order for winning the middle replay, that is, the stop order in which the special replay and the fall replay do not win, is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed according to the notified stop order. When the replay is performed and the middle replay wins, the game stands by until the replay GR21 to GR26 is won while maintaining RT0. Then, in the event that the control of the AT is started, the red lottery replay and the red 7 drop-out replay are determined as a part for starting the ART in the ART lottery, and the middle replay is performed at the time of winning the replay GR24 to GR26. Is notified by the navigation notification, the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, and the middle replay wins, thereby maintaining the RT0 and waiting until the replays GR21 to GR23 win. When the GRs 21 to 23 are won, the stop order for winning the red 7-matched replay is notified by the navigation notification, and a stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, and the red 7-matched replay or the red 7 missing replay wins, so that RT0 is achieved. From RT to RT2 and control to ART. Also, if Blue 7 Aligned Replay and Blue 7 Missing Replay are determined as a part to start the ART in the ART lottery that triggered the control of the AT, the middle replay is performed when the replays GR 21 to GR 23 are elected. The stop order for winning the prize is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order and the middle replay wins, thereby maintaining the RT0 and waiting until the replay GRs 24 to 26 win, while the replay is performed. When the GR 24 to GR 26 is won, the stop order for winning the blue 7 matching replay is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, and the blue 7 matching replay or the blue 7 missing replay wins, thereby achieving RT0. From RT to RT2 and control to ART.

  In addition, after shifting to RT2 and starting the control of the ART, the main control unit 41 ends the bonus if the special combination is won and the RT2 ends before the remaining number of games of the ART becomes zero. Thereafter, when the process shifts from RT3 to RT1, the control of the AT is restarted, the navigation notification is performed, and the process again shifts to RT2. Further, after the control of the ART is started by shifting to RT2, before the remaining game number of the ART becomes zero, the stop operation is performed in the stop order other than the notification by the navigation notification at the time of winning the pushing order bell. In the case where the vehicle has fallen from RT2 to RT1 due to the stoppage of the transition, the control of the ART is continued, the navigation notification is performed, and the transition to RT2 is performed again.

  More specifically, as shown in FIG. 39 (b), when the special role is won during the control of the ART and RT2 ends, or when the fall from RT2 to RT1 occurs during the control of the ART, the replay GR1 to RT1 is executed at RT1. At the time of winning, the stop order for winning the promotion replay is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order and the promotion replay wins, thereby shifting from RT1 to RT0. Thereafter, at RT0, when the replays GR21 to GR26 are won, the stop order in which the middle replays are won, that is, red 7 aligned replays, red 7 skipped replays, blue 7 aligned replays, blue 7 skipped replays, and fall replays will not be won. The stop order is notified by the navigation notification, the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, and the middle replay wins, thereby maintaining RT0 and waiting until the replays GR11 to GR13 win. Then, at the time of winning of the replays GR11 to GR13, the stop order for winning the special replay is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, and the special replay wins, thereby shifting from RT0 to RT2.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 can perform navigation notification when a specific target combination (replay GR 21 to 26) is won by internal lottery, and in a specific stop order according to the stop order notified by the navigation notification. When the stop operation is performed, it can be controlled to be in a freeze state, and even when the specific target role is won, when the navigation operation is not performed and the stop operation is performed in a specific stop order. When a navigation operation is performed but a stop operation is performed in a stop order other than the specific stop order, a stop order other than the specific stop order is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in the specific stop order. Do not control the freeze state.

  More specifically, as shown in FIG. 40, when the replay GRs 21 to 26 at RT0 are won, the stop order for winning the red 7-matched replay or the blue 7-matched replay determined by the ART lottery is notified by the navigation notification. When the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R stop, it is determined whether a red 7-matched replay or a blue 7-matched replay has won, or a red 7 missing replay or a blue 7 missing replay has won.

  At the time of winning the replays GR21 to GR26, a stop operation is performed at a timing at which the red seven-matched replay or the blue seven-matched replay can be stopped. It is determined whether or not a stop operation has been performed according to the notified stop order, and if the stop operation has been performed according to the stop order notified by navigation notification, the progress of the game is delayed after the third stop operation has been performed. Control of the freeze state is started, and control is performed so that an ART signal indicating the start of ART is output from the external output substrate 1000. Then, after the elapse of a predetermined period, the control of the freeze state is terminated, and the progress of the game becomes possible. Then, by operating the start switch 7, the next game is started and the ART is started.

  On the other hand, at the time of winning of the replay GRs 21 to 26, the sub control unit 91 specifies the winning order of the replay GRs 21 to 26 and the stop order notified by the navigation notification based on the first internal winning command. The stop order operated by the player is specified based on the operation command. When the stop order notified by the navigation notification matches the stop order operated by the player, the main control unit 41 specifies that the vehicle is to be controlled to be in a freeze state, and further determines based on the winning number command. , And specify the time to be controlled to the freeze state. That is, when the stop order notified by the navigation notification matches the stop order operated by the player, and it is specified that the 7 red replays or 7 blue replays have won based on the winning command. Specifies that the control of the freeze state is started after the third stop operation of the game is performed. Further, when it is specified that the stop order notified by the navigation notification and the stop order operated by the player match, but it is specified that the red 7 missing replay or the blue 7 missing replay has been won, it will be described later. In this way, it is specified that the control of the freeze state is started at the start of the next game after the game, that is, when the start switch 7 is operated. Then, when it is specified that the control of the freeze state is to be started, the sub-control unit 91 outputs an image indicating that the ART is to be started and an ART lottery result command during a predetermined period in which the control of the freeze state is executed. The number of ART games specified based on the ART is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and an ART start notification indicating that the ART is started is executed.

  On the other hand, even if the red seven-match replay or the blue seven-match replay wins, if the stop operation is not performed according to the stop order notified by the navigation notification, the control of the freeze state and the control of outputting the ART signal are performed. Nothing.

  In addition, when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won, a stop operation is performed at a timing at which it is impossible to stop the replay of red 7 or the replay of blue 7; When the replay has been won, it is determined whether or not a stop operation has been performed in accordance with the stop order notified by the navigation. If the stop operation has been performed according to the stop order notified by the navigation, a third stop operation has been performed. Thereafter, control is performed so that the ART signal is output from the external output board 1000, and the control waits until the start switch 7 is operated. When the start switch 7 is operated, the next game is started, and at the same time, the control of the freeze state is started, and the reel effects in which the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are changed in a mode different from the normal game in the freeze state. Execute Thereafter, the reel effect is ended, the control in the freeze state is ended, the game is restarted, and the ART is started.

  On the other hand, even if the red 7 missing replay or the blue 7 missing replay wins, if the stop operation is not performed according to the stop order notified by the navigation, the control of the freeze state and the ART at the start of the game and the next game are performed. There is no control to output a signal.

  On the other hand, the sub-control unit 91 executes the above-described ART start notification during a predetermined period during which the control of the freeze state and the reel effect are performed by the main control unit 41, and notifies that the ART is started.

  In the reel effect, after starting the control of the freeze state, the main control unit 41 changes each reel until a specific symbol (for example, “red 7”) stops in the middle stage, thereby displaying a specific symbol on the pay line LN. A symbol conversion effect for aligning symbol combinations (for example, "red 7-red 7-red 7") is executed, indicating that ART is started. In the reel effect, it is sufficient if the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are changed in a manner different from a normal game in a predetermined period in which the game is controlled to be in a freeze state, thereby indicating that the ART is started. For example, other than the symbol conversion effect, for example, the fluctuation of each of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is different from the fluctuation mode in normal games (the fluctuation in which acceleration is performed in the forward direction and the rotation is performed at a constant speed) (for example, fluctuation mode). , The fluctuation in the opposite direction), a special fluctuation effect in which the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are not changed for a predetermined period, or a combination of the special fluctuation effect and the symbol conversion effect.

  In addition, when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won, a stop sequence in which the red 7-matched replay or blue 7-matched replay, the red 7 missed replay or the blue 7 missed replay can be stopped, and the red 7-matched replay or blue 7-matched replay can be stopped When the stop operation is performed at the timing, when the red 7 matching replay or the blue 7 matching replay wins, the stop order in which the red 7 matching replay or the blue 7 matching replay, the red 7 dropping replay or the blue 7 dropping replay can be stopped, In addition, even if a red 7 missing replay or a blue 7 missing replay wins due to a timing at which it is impossible to stop the red 7 matching replay or the blue 7 matching replay, that is, the stop operation is performed at the missing timing. If the navigation notification is not performed, the game and It is not to perform control for outputting control and ART signals frozen at the start of the game.

  According to such control, as shown in FIG. 41 (a), when a replaying game is won, the main control unit 41 automatically sets a specified number of bets after the end of the game. Then, the reception of the operation of the start switch 7 is enabled, and the operation waits until the start switch 7 is operated. Then, by operating the start switch 7 in this state, the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is started, and when the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotated at a constant speed, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotated. The acceptance of the stop operation of 2C and 2R is enabled.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 41 (b), the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification at the time of winning the replays GR21 to GR26, performs the stop operation in the notified stop order, and performs the red 7 replay or the blue 7 When the uniform replay has been won, the freeze state control is executed for a predetermined period after the third stop operation is performed, thereby delaying the activation of the operation acceptance of the start switch 7 accompanying the winning of the replaying combination. Then, when a predetermined period has elapsed, the control of the freeze state is ended, and the delayed operation acceptance of the start switch 7 is validated.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 41 (c), when the navigation notification is executed when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won, the stop operation is performed in the notified stop order, and the red 7 missing replay or the blue 7 missing replay wins. After the third stop operation is performed, the specified number of bets is automatically set after the end of the game without executing the freeze state control, and the acceptance of the operation of the start switch 7 is enabled. , And waits until the start switch 7 is operated. When the start switch 7 is operated in this state, the control of the freeze state for a predetermined period is started, and the reel effect is started. Thereafter, when a predetermined period elapses, the control of the freeze state is ended, and when the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R rotate at a constant speed, acceptance of the stop operation is validated.

  As described above, when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won, the main control unit 41 performs the navigation notification, and performs the stop operation in the stop order notified by the navigation notification, so that the seven red replays or the seven blue replays are performed. When the player wins the game, the game is controlled to be in the freeze state in the selected game of the replays GR21 to GR26, while the stop operation is performed in the stop order notified by the navigation notification, and the red 7 missing replay or the blue 7 missing replay is performed. When the player wins, the game is controlled to be in a freeze state at the start of the next game selected by the replay GRs 21 to 26. When the replay GRs 21 to 26 are selected, the navigation notification is performed and the stop order is notified. , Even if the stop operation is performed, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R win the replay with 7 sets of red or 7 sets of blue. If the in the case of red 7 missed Replay or blue 7 missed replay is winning, and controls the freeze state at different timings.

  On the other hand, when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won, the navigation notification is not performed, and the player accidentally performs a stop operation in the stop order for winning the red 7-matched replay or the blue 7-matched replay, and the red 7-matched replay or the blue. When the seven-matched replay is won, or when the red 7 missed replay or the blue 7 missed replay is won, the navigator is notified, but by neglecting the navigator, the player accidentally ignores the n7-matched replay or the blue 7. When the stop operation is performed in the stop order for winning the matching replay and a red 7 matching replay or a blue 7 matching replay is won, or when a red 7 missing replay or a blue 7 missing replay is won, the freeze state is not controlled. .

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 42A, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment performs an internal lottery when the start switch 7 is operated in a normal case where the above-described control of the freeze state is not performed. When the notification target role is won, the navigation switch is started after the start switch 7 is operated, and a first internal winning command capable of specifying a stop order to be notified by the navigation notification is sent to the sub-control unit 91. Send to. On the other hand, the sub-control unit 91 starts the navigation effect after receiving the first internal winning command, that is, after the start switch 7 is operated.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 42 (b), when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won, the main control unit 41 performs the navigation notification and performs the stop operation according to the notified stop order, thereby performing the next game. In the case of controlling in the frozen state in the above, if the notification target role is won in the next game, that is, if the control of the frozen state is executed at the start of the game and the pushing order bell is won, As in the normal case described above, after the start switch 7 is operated, the navigation notification is started, and the first internal winning command is transmitted. Thereafter, when a predetermined period has elapsed since the start switch 7 was operated, the control of the freeze state is ended, and the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R for the game is started. On the other hand, the sub-control unit 91 determines that the stop order notified by the navigation notification based on the stop operation command and the first internal winning command in the previous game matches the actual stop order, and When it is specified that the red 7 missing replay or the blue 7 missing replay has been won based on the number command, the navigation effect is performed even when the first internal winning command is received after the start switch 7 is operated. When the period has elapsed since the start switch 7 was operated without starting, the navigation effect is started.

  Thus, in the normal case where the game is not controlled to the freeze state at the start of the game, the navigation notification and the navigation effect are started after the start switch 7 is operated, whereas the game is controlled to the freeze state at the start of the game. In this case, the navigation notification is started after the start switch 7 is operated, and after the period has elapsed and the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is started, that is, after the control of the freeze state is finished, the navigation notification is started. Will be done. However, the first internal winning command is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated, regardless of whether or not to control the freeze state.

  When the internal lottery winning result becomes a specific result (replay GR 21 to 26), the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment notifies a specific stop order by navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in the notified stop order. By performing this, it is possible to perform a predetermined control such as a freeze state.

  In such a configuration, regardless of whether or not the navigation notification is performed, if the predetermined control is uniformly performed by stopping in a specific stop order, the predetermined control is performed in an unintended situation. There is a possibility that it will end.

  On the other hand, in the present embodiment, when the internal lottery winning result is a specific result (replay GR 21 to 26), the main control unit 41 determines a specific stop order (red 7 aligned replay, blue 7 aligned). The stop order for winning the replay) is notified by the navigation notification, and when a stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, it is possible to perform control of a freeze state and control of outputting an ART signal, and the internal lottery is won. When the result becomes a specific result (replay GR21 to 26), a specific stop is performed even when a stop operation is performed in a specific stop order (a stop order for winning a red seven-match replay and a blue seven-match replay). When the navigation notification that can specify the order is not performed, the control of the freeze state and the control of outputting the ART signal are not performed, and the winning result of the internal lottery becomes the specific result, Navigation notification that can specify a fixed stop order is performed, and a stop operation is performed by the player in the notified stop order, whereby it is possible to perform control of a freeze state and control of outputting an ART signal. If the result of the internal lottery becomes a specific result and the stop operation is accidentally performed in the specific stop order, if the navigation notification that can specify the specific stop order is not performed, the freeze state control and the ART signal are performed. Is not performed, it is possible to prevent these controls from being performed in an unintended situation.

  In particular, when the internal lottery winning result is a specific result (replay GR21 to 26), the main control unit 41 determines a specific stop order (a stop order for winning a red seven-matched replay and a blue seven-matched replay). When the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop sequence, the freeze state control and the control to output the ART signal are performed by the navigation notification. Therefore, the freeze state control is performed only when a series of ARTs first transitions to RT2. , An ART signal can be output, and in the case of shifting to RT2 after the second time in a series of ARTs, by not controlling the freeze state, it is possible to avoid annoying the player. By not outputting the ART signal, it is possible to accurately count the number of ARTs in a device external to the slot machine 1.

  In the present embodiment, when the winning result of the internal lottery becomes a specific result, the main control unit 41 notifies a specific stop order by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed according to the notified stop order. In this case, the control in the freeze state and the control to output the ART signal are performed as the predetermined control, but the control other than the control in the freeze state and the control to output the ART signal may be applied as the predetermined control. .

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the winning result of the internal lottery becomes a specific result, the main control unit 41 notifies the specific stop order by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed according to the notified stop order. In such a case, it is configured to perform control of a freeze state or control of outputting an ART signal, but a mode of a stop operation of notifying by navigation notification and performing predetermined control such as control of a freeze state is, other than a specific stop order, A specific stop timing may be applied, or a combination of a specific timing and a specific stop order may be applied. With such a configuration, when the winning result of the lottery is a specific result, even when the stop operation is performed in a specific stop order, the stop operation is not performed at a specific stop timing. In this case, the control of the freeze state and the control of outputting the ART signal are not performed, so that it is possible to prevent the control from being performed in an unintended situation, as in the present embodiment.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the winning result of the internal lottery becomes a specific result, the main control unit 41 notifies the specific stop order by the navigating notification, and determines the notified stop order and the actual stop order. Is controlled on the condition that they match, a control to output a freezing state and a control to output an ART signal are performed. However, a specific operation mode is notified by navigation notification, and the reel is stopped in a stop mode derived in the specific operation mode. On the condition that the 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, a predetermined control such as a freeze state control may be executed. Even in such a configuration, the control of the freeze state and the control of outputting the ART signal are executed based on the fact that the stop operation is performed in the specific operation mode notified by the navigation notification. As in the present embodiment, it is possible to prevent these controls from being performed in an unintended situation.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the internal lottery winning result is a specific result (replay GR 21 to 26), the main control unit 41 wins a specific stop order (red 7 aligned replay, blue 7 aligned replay). The stop order to be stopped is notified by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in accordance with the notified stop order, so that a specific stop mode (red 7 aligned replay, blue 7 aligned replay, red 7 missing replay, blue 7 missing replay) wins While the control of the freeze state and the control of outputting the ART signal are performed when the mode becomes the stop mode of winning, while the winning result of the internal lottery becomes a specific result (replay GR 21 to 26), the specific The stop operation is performed in the stop order (stop order for winning the red 7-matched replay and blue 7-matched replay) to stop in a specific stop mode (red 7-matched replay, blue 7-matched replay). A, even if the winning in the red 7 missing replay and the blue 7 missing replay), when the specific stop order is not notified by the navigation notification, the control of the freeze state and the control of outputting the ART signal are not performed. When the navigation notification is being performed, the player can stop the specific stop mode by operating the stop operation in the specific stop order notified by the navigation notification. Therefore, attention can be paid to the notification by the navigation notification. Further, when the internal lottery winning result becomes a specific result (replay GR21 to 26), even if a stop operation is accidentally performed in a specific stop order and a specific stop mode is reached, a specific stop mode is provided by the navigation notification. When the stop order is not notified, the control of the freeze state and the control of outputting the ART signal are not performed, so that the control of the freeze state and the control of outputting the ART signal in an unintended situation are prevented from being performed. it can.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won in the internal lottery, the stop operation is performed in a specific stop order according to the type of the winning combination, so that the red 7 aligned replay and the red 7 missing replay are performed. , Or a blue 7 matching replay and a blue 7 missing replay, and when the replays GR21 to GR23 are won, a symbol constituting a specific stop order and a red 7 matching replay is displayed on the winning line LN. When the stop operation is performed at the timing at which the redraw can be performed, the replay with seven red matches is won, but the stop operation is performed at a timing in which a symbol constituting the replay with the specific red and the seven replays cannot be drawn into the winning line LN. As a result, Red 7 Missing Replay wins. Further, when the replay GRs 24 to 26 are won, a stop operation is performed at a timing in which a symbol constituting a specific stop order and a blue seven-matched replay can be drawn into the winning line LN, whereby a blue seven-matched replay is won. On the other hand, when the stop operation is performed at a timing in which the symbols constituting the replay in the specific stop order and the blue 7-matched replay cannot be drawn into the winning line LN, the blue 7 missing replay wins. Then, in the internal lottery, the replays GR21 to GR26 are won, a specific stop order is notified by the navigating notification, and when the stop operation is performed in the notified stop order, the red 7-matched replay and the blue 7-matched replay are performed. The freeze state is controlled at different timings when a prize is won and when the red 7 missed replay or the blue 7 missed replay is won, so that the freeze state related to the stop mode can be controlled.

  In particular, in the present embodiment, when a red seven-matched replay or a blue seven-matched replay wins, that is, a stop mode in which “red 7” or “blue 7” are aligned in a straight line, the start of the ART is announced, and By controlling the game to be in the frozen state, the sub-control unit 91 can perform an effect for starting the ART during that time, while the red 7 missing replay or the blue 7 missing replay wins, that is, “red 7 Or "blue 7" cannot be stopped in a straight line, the game is controlled to a freeze state at the start of the next game, and during that time, "red 7" or "blue 7" The start of the ART is notified by setting the state in which "7" is aligned on a straight line, and the start of the ART can be performed by the sub-control unit 91 during that time.

  In the present embodiment, when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won, the main control unit 41 notifies the specific stop order by the navigation notification, and performs the stop operation in the notified stop order, so that the red 7 replay is completed. The system is controlled to be in a freeze state at different timings depending on whether a seven-matched blue replay is won and a red seven-missed replay or a blue seven missed replay is won. By controlling the freeze state to be different depending on whether a replay has been won or a case where a red 7 missing replay or a blue 7 missing replay has been won, the red 7 matching replay and the blue Control of the freeze state related to the winning of 7 matching replays, 7 red dropping replays, and 7 blue dropping replays For example, the length of the period for controlling the freeze state may be different between the case where the red 7 matching replay and the blue 7 matching replay win, and the case where the red 7 missing replay and blue 7 missing replay win. good.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the winning result of the internal lottery is a specific result, the main control unit 41 notifies the specific stop order by the navigation notification, and the stop operation is performed in the specific stop order. In this case, regardless of whether or not a specific stop mode (7 red replays, 7 blue replays) has been set, the freeze state is controlled at a timing corresponding to the stop mode. When a specific result is obtained, when the stop operation is performed in the notified specific operation mode but does not become the specific stop mode, the freeze state is not controlled, and the notified specific stop mode is not performed. The freeze mode may be controlled only when the stop operation is performed in the mode and a specific stop mode is achieved. With such a configuration, the stop mode derived in the notified specific operation mode may be adopted. And frozen You can increase the relevance of your capital, as in the present embodiment, it is possible to control the frozen state associated with a particular stop mode.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won, the main control unit 41 sends a first internal winning command capable of specifying both the type of the notified notification target role and a specific stop order to the sub control unit 91. When the stop operation of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R is performed, a stop operation command that can specify the reel to be stopped is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. 91 can specify the stop order notified by the navigation notification based on the first internal winning command, and can specify the actual stop order of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R based on the stop operation command, When the stop order notified by the navigation notification matches the stop order operated by the player, the main control unit 41 specifies that the vehicle is to be controlled to be in the freeze state, and the notification by the navigation notification is performed. That if the stop order and stop order that is operated by the player do not match, it is possible to specify that the uncontrolled freeze state by the main control unit 41 side.

  In addition, the main control unit 41 performs a third stop operation after each game is started, and transmits a winning number command that can specify a combination of symbols aligned on the winning line LN to the sub control unit 91. When the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won, the sub-control unit 91 further specifies the main control unit 41 to be in a frozen state when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won. It is possible to specify the time at which the control of the freeze state is executed, and when the seven replays of red or the seven replays of blue are awarded, the control of the freeze state is executed at the end of the winning game of the replay GR21 to GR26. Is specified, and when the red 7 missing replay or the blue 7 missing replay wins, the replay GR 21 to 26 And thus to identify that the control of the freeze state is executed at the start of the selected games for the next game.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 transmits a first internal winning command, a stop operation command, and a winning number command to the sub-control unit 91. Based on the first internal winning command and the stop operation command, it is possible to specify whether or not the main control unit 41 controls the freeze state, and the freeze state control is executed based on the winning number command. Although the timing can be specified, the main control unit 41 sends to the sub-control unit 91 a freeze command indicating whether or not to execute a freeze state control separately from the first internal winning command and the stop operation command. The sub control unit 91 specifies whether or not the main control unit 41 is to be controlled to be in a freeze state based on the freeze command, and based on the winning number command. The main control unit 41 may be configured to specify the timing at which the release state control is executed. Alternatively, the main control unit 41 may execute the freeze state control separately from the first internal winning command, the stop operation command, and the winning number command. Whether or not the freeze control indicating the timing of executing the freeze state control is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91, and the sub-control unit 91 is controlled by the main control unit 41 to the freeze state based on the freeze command. It may be configured to specify whether or not and when to control to the frozen state.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the winning result of the internal lottery becomes a specific result (when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won), the main control unit 41 performs the navigation notification, and notifies by the navigation notification. The stop operation is performed in the specific operation mode (stop order) performed, and the control such as the freeze state is executed in the game in the specific stop mode (winning mode of red 7-matched replay or blue 7-matched replay). In addition, it is possible to perform a predetermined control such as a freeze state in the game in which the navigation notification is performed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the winning result of the internal lottery becomes a specific result (when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won), the main control unit 41 performs the navigation notification, and notifies by the navigation notification. A predetermined operation such as a freeze state is performed in the next game in which a stop operation is performed in the specified operation mode (stop order) and the specific stop mode (winning mode of red 7 missing replay or blue 7 missing replay) is achieved. Is executed, it is possible to perform predetermined control such as a freeze state in the next game in which the navigation notification is performed.

  In the present embodiment, when the winning result of the internal lottery becomes a specific result (when the replay GRs 21 to 26 are won), the navigation notification is performed and the specific operation mode notified by the navigation notification is performed. When a stop operation is performed in the (stop order) and a specific stop mode (winning mode of red 7 missing replay or blue 7 missing replay) is reached, a specific stop mode (red 7 missing replay or blue 7 missing). This is a configuration in which predetermined control such as a freeze state is performed in the next game in which a replay winning mode has been achieved, but a game after a specific stop mode (winning mode in red 7 missing replay or blue 7 missing replay). If so, a configuration may be employed in which predetermined control such as a freeze state is performed in a game after one or more games.

  In the present embodiment, when the internal lottery winning result is a specific result, the main control unit 41 performs navigation notification and performs a stop operation in accordance with the notified specific operation mode. In the case where control such as a freeze state is executed at the start of a game, and when the result of the internal lottery in the next game becomes a notification target role (push order bell), from the start of the next game On the other hand, when the navigation control is started, the sub control unit 91 determines that the control such as the freeze state is to be executed on the main control unit 41 side at the time of starting the next game. Since the navigation effect is started after the control of the freeze state or the like on the side of the main control unit 41 without executing the navigation effect, the navigation notification is performed even before the control of the freeze state or the like is completed. While the specific operation mode can be specified by the notification, the notification by the navigation effect is started after the end of the control of the freeze state or the like, so that the notification by the navigation effect is controlled by the main control unit 41 such as the freeze state. It is possible to prevent the performance from being hindered during the execution period.

  In the present embodiment, when the internal lottery winning result is a specific result, the main control unit 41 performs the navigation notification and performs the stop operation in accordance with the notified specific operation mode. The main control unit 41 transmits a first internal winning command when the notification target role is won by an internal lottery in the next game in a configuration in which a control such as a freeze state is executed at the start of the next game. The sub control unit 91 is configured to perform a navigation effect based on the first internal winning command. In such a configuration, when the sub-control unit 91 receives the first internal winning command to execute the navigation effect regardless of whether or not to execute the control such as the freeze state at the start of the next game, There is a possibility that the effect may hinder the effect performed in accordance with the control such as the freeze state. On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 specifies that the control such as the freeze state is to be executed at the start of the game, the sub control unit 91 of the present embodiment starts the game. Later, after a predetermined period has elapsed, the navigation effect is to be started, so that the navigation effect is started after the effect executed in accordance with the control of the freeze state or the like ends, and the navigation effect is started. It is possible to prevent the performance from being hindered. When it is specified that the control such as the freeze state is to be executed at the start of the game on the main control unit 41 side, the sub-control unit 91 has passed a predetermined period after the start of the game. Since the navigation effect is to be started later, the main control unit 41 transmits the first internal lottery command, and causes the sub control unit 91 to start the navigation effect after the end of the control such as the freeze state. Therefore, there is no need to change the timing of transmitting the first internal lottery command depending on whether or not to execute control such as a freeze state.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 transmits to the sub-control unit 91 a first internal winning command capable of specifying a specific stop mode when the internal lottery winning result becomes a specific result. However, the timing of transmitting the first internal winning command is not limited to when the internal lottery winning result becomes a specific result. For example, when performing control such as a freeze state, the timing of transmitting the first internal winning command is The control may be performed during the freeze state or the like, or the control of the freeze state or the like may be ended to start the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when performing control such as a freeze state at the start of the game, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the internal lottery winning result becomes a specific result (notification target role). While the notification is started, the sub-control unit 91 is configured to start the navigation effect after the control of the freeze state or the like is ended, but the main control unit 41 is configured to start the navigation effect after the control of the freeze state or the like is ended. By starting the navigation notification, the navigation notification and the navigation effect may both be started after the control such as the freeze state is ended.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 43, the game control board 40 can be connected to the test apparatus 1300 via the first interface board (IF1) 1100 and the second interface board (IF2) 1200, A test signal generated in connection with a game result in the machine 1 is output from the game control board 40 to the test apparatus 1300, and a test signal is input from the test apparatus 1300 to the game control board 40. The simulation test can be automatically performed by connecting the game control board 40 and the test apparatus 1300.

  The game control board 40 is connected to the IF1 board 1100 and is connected to the first information output circuit 40a for outputting a first test signal and the input circuit 40d for inputting a test signal, and the IF2 board 1200 for the second test. A second information output circuit 40b for outputting a signal is mounted.

  The first test signal indicates the control state and the result of the game, and includes a request-to-start lamp signal, a startable lamp signal, a BB signal, a RB game signal, a replay game signal, and a first to third reel stop. Ramp signal, first to third reel index signal, payout request signal, payout count signal, stop signal, 7-segment display a to g signal for setting value display, internal winning flag signal, first reel motor excitation signal, second reel A motor excitation signal and a third reel motor excitation signal are included. These first test signals are output under the control of the main control unit 41.

  The insertion request lamp signal is a drive signal of the insertion request LED 17, that is, a signal indicating whether or not the insertion request LED 17 is turned on, and is capable of specifying whether or not the state where the insertion of a medal is requested is specified.

  The start enable lamp signal is a drive signal of the start enable LED 18, that is, a signal indicating whether or not the start enable LED 18 is lit, and can specify whether or not a game start operation is requested. .

  The signal during BB, the signal during RB game, and the signal during replay game are signals indicating that the game state is during BB, during RB, and during the replay game, respectively, and the game state at that time can be specified.

  The first to third reel stop enable lamp signals are drive signals for the left, middle, and right stop enable LEDs 22L, 22C, and 22R, that is, signals indicating whether the left, middle, and right stop enable LEDs 22L, 22C, and 22R are on. It is possible to specify whether or not the stop operation of the left reel, the center reel, and the right reel is possible.

  The first to third reel index signals are detection signals of the reel sensors 33L, 33C, 33R, and can specify the passage of the reference positions of the left reel, the center reel, and the right reel.

  The payout request signal is a drive signal of the hopper motor 34b, that is, a signal indicating whether or not the hopper motor 34b is being driven, and can specify that a medal payout operation is being performed.

  The payout count signal is a signal that is output every time the payout of medals due to winning is detected, and is a signal for causing the test apparatus 1300 to count the payout of medals.

  The stop signal is a signal indicating that the stop state is being controlled.

  The 7-segment display signals a to g for the set value display are drive signals of the LEDs constituting each segment of the set value display 24, and the set values displayed on the set value display 24 can be specified. .

  The internal winning flag signal is a signal indicating the winning status of the winning combination.

  The first to third reel motor excitation signals are drive signals of the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R, that is, the reel motors that drive the left reel, the middle reel, and the right reel, and are capable of specifying the driving status of each reel. .

  The test signals include a make switch signal, a reel start switch signal, first to third reel stop switch signals, a payout switch signal, a hit release switch signal, a setting key switch signal, and a setting switch signal. It is input to the substrate 40. These test signals are signals that function in the same manner as the detection signals of various switches and sensors provided in the slot machine 1, are detected by the switch detection circuit 44 provided in the game control board 40, and are output by the main control unit 41. The detection of the switch or the sensor corresponding to is determined.

  The insertion switch signal is a signal corresponding to the insertion medal sensor 31, and the reel start switch signal is a signal corresponding to the start switch 7. The first to third reel stop switch signals are signals respectively corresponding to the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R. The payout switch signal is a signal corresponding to the payout sensor 34c. The stop release switch signal is a signal corresponding to the reset switch 23. The setting key switch signal is a signal corresponding to the setting key switch 37. The setting switch signal is a signal corresponding to the reset / setting switch 38.

  The first information output circuit 40a is a circuit for outputting a first test signal to the IF1 substrate 1100, and the first test signal output from the first information output circuit 40a is transmitted through the IF1 substrate 1100. Is output to the test apparatus 1300.

  The input circuit 40d is a circuit for inputting a test signal output from the test apparatus 1300 via the IF1 board 1100. The test signal input to the input circuit 40d is detected by the switch detection circuit 44. .

  The IF1 board 1100 includes an input terminal to which a first test signal output from the first information output circuit 40a is input, and an output terminal to output the input first test signal to the test apparatus 1300. ing. The input terminal and the output terminal are connected via a photocoupler, and information included in the first test signal output from the first information output circuit 40a is supplied to the test apparatus 1300 in an electrically insulated state. It is transmitted to the side. Further, the IF1 board 1100 includes an input terminal to which a test signal output from the test apparatus 1300 is input, and an output terminal to output the input test signal to the input circuit 40d. The input terminal and the output terminal are connected via a photocoupler, and information included in a test signal output from the test apparatus 1300 is transmitted to the input circuit 40d in an electrically insulated state. It has become. The first test signal and the test signal may be transmitted in a state where the input terminal and the output terminal are electrically insulated. For example, the input terminal and the output terminal may be connected via a photo interrupter or an isolator. It may be configured to connect to a terminal.

  The second test signal indicates an operation mode notified by the navigation notification, and includes a game start signal, a BB winning signal, an RB winning signal, and a navigation notification signal. The second test signal is output under the control of the main control unit 41.

  The game start signal is a signal indicating the start of the game. The BB winning signal is a signal indicating that BB has been won. The RB winning signal is a signal indicating that the RB has been won.

  The navigating signal is a drive signal for turning on the eighth segment of the display 12L. When the navigating notification is executed, the type of the notification target combination that has been won and the stop order that is advantageous for the player are displayed on the displays 12L and 12R. Is turned on when it is displayed, the navigation notification is not executed, and when the type of the winning notification target combination is not displayed on the displays 12L and 12R, it becomes the OFF state, and the navigation notification is performed. Is a signal indicating whether or not is being executed.

  The display signal is a drive signal for turning on the first to seventh segments of the indicators 12L and 12R. The display signal is information relating to navigation notification, information relating to the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a prize, and the content thereof when an error occurs. And a plurality of pieces of information such as information related to an error code indicating the above.

  The navigation notification signal is a signal generated by extracting only information related to the navigation notification from the display signal by the conversion circuit 40c, and turns on the first to seventh segments of the indicators 12L and 12R during the navigation notification. Signal that can specify the stop order notified by the navigation notification.

  The second information output circuit 40b is a circuit for outputting a second test signal to the IF2 substrate 1200, and the second test signal output from the second information output circuit 40b is transmitted through the IF2 substrate 1200. Is output to the test apparatus 1300.

  In addition, a navigation signal and a display signal input to the game auxiliary display 12 provided on the game control board 40 are branched and input to the second information output circuit 40b on the game control board 40. And a conversion circuit 40c for converting the display signal into a navigation notification signal by validating or invalidating the display signal based on the navigation signal, and outputting the signal. The display signal of the display 12 can be output to the IF2 board 1200 as a navigation notification signal.

  The IF2 board 1200 includes a test device based on an input terminal to which the second test signal output from the second information output circuit 40b is input and the input second test signal (game start signal, navigation notification signal). An IF2 control unit 1203 for converting the second test signal into a second test signal recognizable on the 1300 side, and an output terminal for outputting the second test signal generated by the IF2 control unit 1203 to the test apparatus 1300 are provided. .

  The IF2 control unit 1203 includes a CPU, a RAM, a ROM, a reset circuit for resetting the CPU, and the like. The IF2 control unit 1203 outputs a navigation notification signal output from the second information output circuit 40b to a stop execution position signal, a stop reel designation. The signal is converted into a stop strobe signal and output. The stop execution position signal, the stop reel designation signal, and the stop strobe signal output from the IF2 control unit 1203 are output from an output terminal via a photocoupler, and the IF2 control unit 1203 side and the test apparatus 1300 side The signal is transmitted in a state where the signals are electrically insulated. Note that the stop execution position signal, the stop reel designation signal, and the stop strobe signal may be transmitted in a state where the IF2 control unit 1203 and the output terminal are electrically insulated. For example, a photo interrupter or an isolator may be used. The configuration may be such that the IF2 control unit 1203 and the output terminal are connected via the interface.

  The stop execution position signal is a signal indicating the most recommended stop operation position in accordance with the current game state and the effect state of the reel indicated by the stop reel designation signal described later, and the corresponding reel included in the most recommended stop operation position Of the reel motor (0 to 336) can be specified.

  The stop reel designating signal is a signal for designating whether the reel recommended to stop at the stop operation position indicated by the stop execution position signal is a left reel, a middle reel, or a right reel. The reel to which the stop operation at the stop operation position indicated by the execution position signal is applied can be specified.

  The stop strobe signal is a signal for requesting acquisition of a stop execution position signal and a stop reel designation signal.

  The game control board 40 and the IF1 board 1100 are connected via a power supply line, and power used by a device such as a photocoupler mounted on the IF1 board 1100 is supplied from the game control board 40 via the power supply line. On the other hand, the game control board 40 and the IF2 board 1200 are not connected by the power supply line, and the IF1 board 1100 and the IF2 board 1200 are connected via the power supply line, and are supplied from the game control board 40 to the IF1 board 1100. A part of the supplied power is supplied via the IF1 board 1100 as power used by devices such as the IF2 control unit 1203 and the photocoupler mounted on the IF2 board 1200. Therefore, the power supplied from the game control board 40 to the IF1 board 1100 via the power supply line includes the power used by the device mounted on the IF1 board 1100 and the power used by the device mounted on the IF2 board 1200. , Are supplied.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the game control board 40 includes connection terminals to which wiring from the IF1 board 1100 and the IF2 board 1200 can be connected, and the first information output circuit 40a, the second information output circuit 40b, and the input circuit 40d. A possible socket is provided, a wiring pattern for transmitting a first test signal output from the main control unit 41 and various drive circuits to a socket of the first information output circuit 40a, and a second test signal. A wiring pattern for transmitting to the socket of the second information output circuit 40b and a wiring pattern for transmitting a test signal from the connection terminal to the switch detection circuit 44 via the input circuit 40d are formed. And the first test signal and the second test signal output from the various drive circuits are connected to these wiring patterns, the first information output circuit 40a, Is outputted through the second information output circuit 40b and the connecting terminal, the connecting terminal, an input circuit 40d and the test signal inputted via the wiring pattern are inputted to the switch detection circuit 44.

  In addition, since the connection terminal is constituted by, for example, a signal pin to which a probe from the IF1 board 1100 can be connected or a connector to which a cable from the IF1 board 1100 can be connected, the connection terminal is connected to the IF1 board 1100 via these connection terminals. Can be easily connected.

  The connection terminals are provided for the purpose of connecting the IF1 board 1100 and the IF2 board 1200 for convenience. The connection terminals for inputting and outputting the test signal and the test signal are shipped to a game store. It is not necessary for the game control board 40 of the slot machine to be used. For this reason, the game control board 40 of the present embodiment is formed with a plurality of cutting holes for cutting the portion provided with the connection terminal, and can be cut along these cutting holes. At the time of shipment, the portion provided with the connection terminal can be cut off so that unnecessary signals cannot be input / output. As a result, for example, the test signal is easily used for purposes other than the test, such as detecting the internal winning flag signal in the hall device, identifying the winning state of the internal winning flag from the internal winning flag signal, and reporting the fact. That can be prevented. Further, it is possible to prevent unnecessary signals from being easily input to the game control board 40.

  Further, the first information output circuit 40a and the second information output circuit 40b are provided for convenience in outputting the first test signal and the second test signal to the IF1 board 1100 and the IF2 board 1200. The input circuit 40d is provided for convenience in inputting a test signal from the IF1 board 1100, and is not necessary for the game control board 40 of the slot machine to be shipped to the game store. is there. For this reason, the game control board 40 of the present embodiment is provided with a socket on which the first information output circuit 40a, the second information output circuit 40b, and the input circuit 40d can be mounted, and the first information output circuit 40a, 2. The information output circuit 40b and the input circuit 40d can be easily removed, and when shipped to a game store, the first information output circuit 40a, the second information output circuit 40b, and the input circuit 40d are removed and are unnecessary. It can be set to a state where input and output of an unnecessary signal cannot be performed. As a result, for example, the test signal is easily used for purposes other than the test, such as detecting the internal winning flag signal in the hall device, identifying the winning state of the internal winning flag from the internal winning flag signal, and reporting the fact. That can be prevented. Further, it is possible to prevent unnecessary signals from being easily input to the game control board 40.

  The number of slot machines provided by a third-party organization for conducting a test is usually about several, and other slot machines for mass production shipped to game arcades receive such test signals and test signals. Since there is little need to perform output, these slot machines for mass production may be provided with a game control board 40 that has wiring patterns but is not provided with the connection terminals described above. Manufacturing cost of the slot machine can be reduced. Further, in this case, since a wiring pattern for transmitting a test signal and a test signal to the game control board 40 is formed, the IF1 board 1100, the IF2 board 1200, and the test apparatus 1300 are mounted only by mounting connection terminals. It becomes possible to connect easily. In addition, only a test slot machine is provided with a wiring pattern for transmitting a test signal or a test signal and connection terminals for connection to the IF1 board 1100, the IF2 board 1200 and the test apparatus 1300. Alternatively, a configuration in which these wiring patterns and connection terminals are not provided may be adopted. That is, the configuration may be such that the main control unit 41 controls the output of the test signal but does not actually output the test signal. As a result, the production cost of mass-produced slot machines can be further reduced.

  In addition, the slot machine for mass production is mounted with the game control board 40 which has the wiring pattern but is not provided with the sockets of the first information output circuit 40a, the second information output circuit 40b, and the input circuit 40d. Alternatively, the manufacturing cost of the slot machine for mass production can be reduced. Further, in this case, since a wiring pattern for transmitting a test signal or a test signal to the game control board 40 is formed, a socket is mounted and the first information output circuit 40a and the second information output circuit 40b are mounted. By simply attaching the input circuit 40d, the IF1 board, the IF2 board, and the test apparatus 1300 can be easily connected. In addition, only a test slot machine is provided with a wiring pattern for transmitting a test signal or a test signal, and a socket for mounting the first information output circuit 40a, the second information output circuit 40b, and the input circuit 40d. The slot machine may not be provided with these wiring patterns and sockets. That is, the configuration may be such that the main control unit 41 controls the output of the test signal but does not actually output the test signal. As a result, the production cost of mass-produced slot machines can be further reduced.

  In the present embodiment, a simulation test is automatically performed by exchanging such a test signal and a test signal between the slot machine 1 and the test apparatus 1300. It is possible to output the payout rate of the slot machine 1 as the test results. Specifically, the ratio of the number of times the payout count signal was detected (medal payout number) during the test period to the number of times the switch signal was output during the test period (medal consumption number) was calculated. The result (consumption number / payout number) is output as the payout rate.

  The IF2 control unit 1203 first sends the stop reel designation signal to the first stop reel designation signal within two seconds from the time when the main control unit 41 outputs the game start signal, in accordance with the presence / absence of navigation notification and the presence / absence of winning of BB and RB. Update the output state indicating a reel recommended as a stop reel, update the stop execution position signal to an output state indicating a stop operation position recommended for the reel, and update the stop reel designation signal and the stop execution position signal. After the completion, a stop strobe signal is output for a fixed time (50 ms), the recommended first stop reel and its stop operation position are notified to the test apparatus 1300, and after the stop strobe signal is stopped, the stop strobe signal waits for a fixed time (50 ms). I do. Next, in a similar procedure, the second stop reel and its stop operation position which are sequentially recommended are notified to the test apparatus 1300, and the third stop reel and its stop operation position are notified to the test apparatus 1300. After the notification of the third stop reel and its stop operation position, the stop execution position signal and the stop reel designation signal are cleared when a certain time (50 ms) has elapsed.

  As described above, the IF2 control unit 1203 sequentially transmits the first stop reel and its stop operation position, the second stop reel and its stop operation position, the third stop reel and its stop operation position to the test apparatus 1300 in accordance with the recommended operation mode. By notifying the user, the operation procedure recommended by the test apparatus 1300 can be specified.

  In this embodiment, the first stop reel and its stop operation position, the second stop reel and its stop operation position, the third stop reel and its stop operation position are continuously transmitted to the test apparatus 1300 for a maximum of 2 seconds. The notification may be sent at the start of the game or at the time of stopping the reels, instead of transmitting them continuously.

  The ROM of the IF2 control unit 1203 stores a recommended operation mode table in which operation modes recommended according to the presence / absence of navigation notification and the presence / absence of winning of BB and RB are stored in advance. An operation mode recommended according to the presence / absence of notification and the presence / absence of winning of BB and RB is obtained from the recommended operation procedure table, and a stop execution position signal and a stop reel designation signal are output based on the obtained operation mode. Note that the recommended operation mode may not be stored in advance, and the recommended operation mode may be acquired by using the program for the IF2 control unit 1203 to determine the recommended operation mode according to the presence or absence of the navigation notification.

  In the present embodiment, the navigation notification signal indicates that the navigation notification is not performed, and if neither the BB winning signal nor the RB winning signal is output, the stop reel designating signal is arranged in the stop order of the left middle right. And outputs a stop execution position signal indicating a stop operation position at which the corresponding design pattern of the middle cherry, the corner cherry, the middle watermelon, and the watermelon falling to the right which can be missed can be pulled in. Note that such an operation mode corresponds to an operation mode in which the payout rate of medals is highest in a situation where the navigation notification is not performed.

  When the navigation notification signal indicates that the navigation notification has not been performed and the BB winning signal has been output, the stop reel designating signal is output in the order of the stop order from left to right, and the corresponding response is output. A stop execution position signal indicating a stop operation position at which a BB configuration symbol can be pulled in for the stop reel is output.

  When the navigation notification signal indicates that the navigation notification is not performed and the RB winning signal is output, the stop reel designating signal is output in the order of the stop order from left to right and the corresponding stop reel designation signal is output. A stop execution position signal indicating a stop operation position at which the RB configuration symbol can be pulled in for the stop reel is output.

  Further, if the navigation notification signal is an output mode in which the navigation notification is performed, a stop reel designation signal is output in the stop order specified by the navigation notification signal, and an arbitrary stop operation is performed for the corresponding stop reel. A stop execution position signal indicating the position is output.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the operation mode recommended according to the presence / absence of navigation notification and the presence / absence of winning of BB and RB is acquired, and the stop execution position signal and the stop reel designation signal indicating the acquired operation mode are transmitted to the test apparatus 1300. , It is possible to output a reel stop switch signal in an operation mode recommended by the test apparatus 1300 according to the presence / absence of navigation notification and the presence / absence of winning of BB and RB. Thus, a payout rate close to the market payout rate can be obtained.

  Further, in the present embodiment, since a signal capable of specifying the number of steps of the reel motor corresponding to the output timing of the stop switch signal recommended as the stop execution position signal is output to the test apparatus 1300, the signal is arranged on the reel. Even when the number of symbols or the number of steps assigned to one symbol differs depending on the type of slot machine, the output control of the stop switch signal with respect to the stop execution position signal can be shared on the test apparatus 1300 side.

  A test system including the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment and a test apparatus 1300 capable of performing a game test using the slot machine has a first test signal among test signals output from the game control board 40. , An IF1 board 1100, and a second test signal are output to the test apparatus 1300 via the IF2 board 1200.

  In such a configuration, in order to supply power to the IF1 board 1100 and the IF2 board 1200, when a power line is connected from the game control board 40 to the IF1 board 1100 and the IF2 board 1200, respectively, the game control boards 40 and 1 The wiring between the interface board (IF1) and the IF2 board 1200 increases.

  On the other hand, in the present embodiment, the game control board 40 and the IF1 board 1100 can be connected via a power supply line, and power is directly supplied from the game control board 40 to the IF1 board 1100. Therefore, power is not directly supplied from the game control board 40 to the IF2 board 1200, and the power supplied to the IF1 board 1100 is supplied from the IF1 board 1100 to the IF2 board 1200. The wiring between the game control board 40 and the IF1 board 1100 and the IF2 board 1200 can be reduced.

  Further, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the game control board 40 can output the first test signal to the test apparatus 1300 via the IF1 board 1100, and can output the first test signal to the test apparatus 1300 via the IF2 board 1200. The game control board 40 is connectable to the IF1 board 1100 via a power supply line, and supplies power directly to the IF1 board 1100 from the game control board 40. While it can be supplied, it is not connected to the IF2 board 1200 via a power supply line, and power is not directly supplied from the game control board 40 to the IF2 board 1200, but is supplied to the IF2 board 1200 via the IF1 board 1100. Since power can be supplied to the game control board, the wiring between the game control board 40 and the IF1 board 1100 and the IF2 board 1200 can be reduced.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the game control board 40 can output a navigation notification signal including information related to navigation notification to the IF2 board 1200 as a second test signal, and the IF2 board 1200 outputs the navigation notification signal. Control unit 1203 that generates signals (stop execution position signal, stop reel designation signal, stop strobe signal) in a form that can be input to the test apparatus 1300 based on the game control board. Since the game control board 40 is operated by the power supplied from the game control board 40 via the IF1 board 1100, there is no need to output the power from the game control board 40 to the IF2 board 1200, and only the second test signal is output. Then, a signal in a form that can be input by the test apparatus 1300 is generated by the IF2 control unit 1203 and output to the test apparatus 1300. And next, it is possible to simplify the test signal output from the gaming control board 40.

  Note that the game control board 40 may be configured to generate a second test signal in a form that can be input by the test apparatus 1300 and output the second test signal to the test apparatus 1300 via the IF2 board 1200. good.

  Although the IF1 board 1100 only relays the first test signal output from the game control board 40, the IF1 board 1100 also has a control unit on which a CPU and the like are mounted, and The configuration may be such that the output first test signal is changed to a mode that can be input to the test apparatus 1300. With such a configuration, the test signal output from the game control board 40 is simplified. Can be.

  In this embodiment, a photocoupler is mounted on the IF1 board 1100 and the IF2 board 1200, and the input terminal and the output terminal of each board are connected via the photocoupler. The first test signal and the second test signal that have been output are output to the test apparatus via photocouplers mounted on the IF1 board 1100 and the IF2 board 1200, so that the slot machine 1 and the test apparatus 1300 are electrically connected. Since the two devices are not connected to each other, it is possible to prevent the other device from being damaged due to an abnormality in one device.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the game control board 40 is provided with indicators 12L, 12R for displaying the stop order of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R notified by the navigation notification, and the displays 12L, 12R by the navigation notification. A display signal, which is a drive signal for turning on the LED, is branched and output to the IF2 board as a navigation notification signal via the second information output circuit 40b. Can be used as a navigation notification signal.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 can execute navigation notification when controlling to the AT, and the game control board 40 sends a first test signal indicating a game result to the IF1 board 1100. The configuration includes a first information output circuit 40a for outputting a navigation information signal including information related to the navigation information, and a second information output circuit 40b for outputting a second test signal to the IF2 board 1200. The controller 41 may not execute the navigation notification, and the game control board 40 may not output the navigation notification signal to the IF2 board 1200. In such a configuration, the first information output circuit 40a of the present embodiment may be used. By outputting a test signal indicating a game result to the IF1 board 1100 using a circuit common to the above, a means for executing navigation notification and a means for outputting a navigation notification signal are provided. Regardless of whether obtain, it is possible to share the circuit for outputting a test signal indicating the result of the game against IF1 substrate 1100 in the gaming control board 40.

  In this embodiment, the display signal and the navigation signal are input to the second information output circuit 40b, and only the information related to the navigation notification is extracted from the display signal by the conversion circuit in the second information output circuit 40b, and the navigation notification is performed. A signal is generated, and a navigation notification signal is transmitted from the second information output circuit 40b to the IF2 board 1200. The main control unit 41 directly generates a signal including only information related to the navigation notification. The signal may be input to the second information output circuit 40b to be transmitted from the second information output circuit 40b to the IF2 substrate 1200.

  In addition, a configuration may be used in which all or a part of the data of the first internal winning command and the second internal winning command transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 is used to output a navigation notification signal. With this configuration, it is not necessary to generate a signal only for outputting the navigation notification signal.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the lighting mode in which the indicators 12L and 12R are turned on by the navigation notification is such that the indicators 12L and 12R are turned on in one lighting mode when the notification target role is won, so that the first stop is performed. Although all stop orders up to the third stop can be specified, a drive signal for turning on the indicators 12L and 12R in the lighting mode is branched and transmitted to the test apparatus 1300 via the IF2 board 1200. The lighting mode in which the indicators 12L and 12R are turned on by the navigation notification is as follows: after indicating the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R to be stopped next, the lighting mode is switched every time the stop operation is performed, so that the stop order is sequentially changed. In such a configuration, all stop orders from the first stop to the third stop can be specified when the notification target role is won. It is preferable that the main control unit 41 generates a signal and transmits the generated signal to the test apparatus 1300 via the IF2 board 1200, whereby the test apparatus 1300 notifies the test apparatus 1300 of the navigation signal at an earlier stage. It becomes possible to specify the stop order.

  As described above, the embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments, and includes changes and additions within a scope not departing from the gist of the present invention. Needless to say.

  In the above-described embodiment, an example is described in which the present invention is applied to a slot machine in which a bet amount is set using medals and credits as a game value. The present invention may be applied to a machine or a completely credit-type slot machine that sets a bet amount using only credits as a game value. When a game ball is used as a game value, for example, one medal can be made to correspond to five game balls. When the number of bets is set to 3 in the above embodiment, 15 game balls are used. This is equivalent to setting a bet amount by using this.

  Furthermore, the present invention is not limited to the use of only one of a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls. For example, a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls can be used together. It may be. That is, it is possible to set a bet amount and play a game by using any of a plurality of types of gaming values such as medals and game balls, and to generate a plurality of types of games such as medals and game balls by generating a prize. A slot machine that can pay out any of the utility values may be applied.

Reference Signs List 1 slot machine 2L, 2C, 2R reel 6 MAXBET switch 7 start switch 8L, 8C, 8R stop switch 12 game auxiliary display 40a first information output circuit 40b second information output circuit 41 main control section 91 sub control section 1100 first Interface board 1200 Second interface board 1203 IF2 control unit 1300 Test apparatus

Claims (2)

A variable display unit capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information each of which is identifiable is provided, and a display result is derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit, and a prize can be generated according to the display result. In a test system including a slot machine and a test device capable of performing a game test by the slot machine,
The test apparatus includes:
Test signal output control means for outputting a test signal;
Test signal input means for inputting a test signal;
With
The slot machine,
Game control means for controlling the game,
Derivation operation means operated by the player to derive the display result;
With
The game control means,
Notification control means capable of performing notification control for notifying the operation mode of the derivation operation means to be identifiable,
Derivation control means for performing control to derive a display result based on a specific signal indicating the operation of the derivation operation means being input as a test signal,
A game result signal output control means for performing control for outputting a game result signal indicating a result of the game as a test signal,
An operation mode signal output control unit that performs control for outputting an operation mode signal indicating an operation mode of the derivation operation unit that is identifiably notified by the notification control as a test signal;
Including
The game control board on which the game control means is mounted includes a first test signal including the game result signal using the first signal wiring on a first relay board connectable to the game control board by a first signal wiring. And a second test signal including the operation mode signal can be output to the second relay board connectable to the game control board and the second signal wiring using the second signal wiring. A second output means,
The number of types of signals included in the first test signal output using the first signal wiring is greater than the number of types of signals included in the second test signal output using the second signal wiring ,
The game control board and the first relay board are connectable via a power supply line, and the game control board and the second relay board are not connected by a power supply line,
The game control board includes a power supply unit for supplying power to the first relay board when the game control board and the first relay board are connected via the power supply line,
The game result signal can be output from the game control board to the test device via the first relay board,
The operation mode signal can be output from the game control board to the test device via the second relay board,
The power is not directly supplied from the game control board to the second relay board, and the power supplied to the first relay board is supplied from the first relay board to the second relay board. Supplied, test system. The display result is derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit capable of displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can be individually identified, and a prize can be generated according to the display result. In a slot machine capable of performing a game test based on a use signal and outputting a test signal,
Game control means for controlling the game,
Derivation operation means operated by the player to derive the display result;
With
The game control means,
Notification control means capable of performing notification control for notifying the operation mode of the derivation operation means to be identifiable,
Derivation control means for performing control to derive a display result based on a specific signal indicating the operation of the derivation operation means being input as a test signal,
A game result signal output control means for performing control for outputting a game result signal indicating a result of the game as a test signal,
An operation mode signal output control unit that performs control for outputting an operation mode signal indicating an operation mode of the derivation operation unit that is identifiably notified by the notification control as a test signal;
Including
The game control board on which the game control means is mounted includes a first test signal including the game result signal using the first signal wiring on a first relay board connectable to the game control board by a first signal wiring. And a second test signal including the operation mode signal can be output to the second relay board connectable to the game control board and the second signal wiring using the second signal wiring. A second output means,
The number of types of signals included in the first test signal output using the first signal wiring is greater than the number of types of signals included in the second test signal output using the second signal wiring ,
The game control board and the first relay board are connectable via a power supply line, and the game control board and the second relay board are not connected by a power supply line,
The game control board includes a power supply unit for supplying power to the first relay board when the game control board and the first relay board are connected via the power supply line,
The game result signal can be output from the game control board to the test device via the first relay board,
The operation mode signal can be output from the game control board to the test device via the second relay board,
The power cannot be directly supplied from the game control board to the second relay board, and the power supplied to the first relay board is supplied from the first relay board to the second relay board. A slot machine that can be supplied.

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