JP6768335B2 - Slot machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to, for example, slot machines. More specifically, the variable display unit is provided with a variable display unit capable of variable display by rotating a reel on which a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified by a stepping motor driven by changing the excitation state are arranged. The present invention relates to a slot machine capable of deriving a display result by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit after the variable display and generating a prize according to the display result.

Some gaming machines such as slot machines are provided with a movable member and display an effect image corresponding to the movable member when the movable member operates (for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2013-208308

In order for a store clerk or the like to confirm whether or not the movable member operates correctly, the movable member may be initially operated when the power is turned on. In this case, the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 has not considered the display of the effect image during the initial operation. Therefore, displaying the effect image may make it difficult for the clerk to confirm the initial operation of the movable member.

The present invention has been conceived in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a slot machine that makes it easy for a clerk to confirm the initial operation of a movable member.

It is equipped with a variable display unit that can be variablely displayed by rotating a reel on which multiple types of identification information that can be identified by a stepping motor that is driven by changing the excitation state are arranged.
In a slot machine in which a display result can be derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit after variable display of the variable display unit and a prize can be generated according to the display result.
A game control means that controls the game,
An effect control means that performs an effect based on the control information transmitted from the game control means, and
Derivation operation means operated to derive the display result,
The first notification means controlled by the game control means and
The second notification means controlled by the effect control means and
A movable member that can be displaced to an initial position and a position other than the initial position,
A decorative display executing means capable of executing a decorative display corresponding to the movable member is provided.
The game control means
Predetermining means to determine the display result that can be derived,
A derivation operation receiving means that enables the operation of the derivation operation means to be received when the activation condition is satisfied after the rotation of the reel starts.
When the determination result of the prior determination means becomes any kind of specific determination result, the first notification of the operation mode information corresponding to the operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result. A first notification control means capable of controlling the means to notify, and
When the determination result of the prior determination means becomes any kind of specific determination result, it can be specified that any kind of specific determination result is obtained, but the type of the specific determination result is specified. A first control information transmitting means capable of transmitting first control information to the effect control means, which is impossible and whose operation mode advantageous to the player cannot be specified according to the type of the specific determination result.
When the determination result of the prior determination means becomes any kind of specific determination result, the second control information capable of specifying an operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result is produced. A second control information transmitting means that can be transmitted to the control means,
After the start of rotation of the reel, regardless of whether the activation condition is satisfied or not, when normal rotation is not detected, a rotation abnormality determining means for determining rotation abnormality and
When the rotation abnormality is determined, the restart control means for performing restart control for changing the excitation state according to the pattern at the start of rotation of the reel, and
When the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped while the activation condition is satisfied, the restart means for restarting the control for changing the excited state from the excited state when the power supply is stopped is included. ,
The first control information transmitting means first informs the first notifying means of the operation mode information corresponding to the operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result, whether or not the first notifying means is notified. Send control information,
The second control information transmitting means transmits the second control information when the first notifying means is not notified of the operation mode information corresponding to the operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result. Instead, when the first notification means is notified of the operation mode information corresponding to the operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result, the second control information is transmitted.
When the effect control means receives the second control information, the effect control means obtains the operation mode information corresponding to the operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result specified from the second control information. 2 Including a second notification control means capable of performing control to notify the notification means.
The restart control means also performs restart control when it is determined that the rotation is abnormal after the control for changing the excitation state is restarted by the restart means.
The derivation operation receiving means is
The operation of the derivation operation means during the period from the time when the rotation abnormality is determined when the activation condition is satisfied and the time when the activation condition is satisfied after the restart control is performed. Not accepted,
When the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped while the activation condition is satisfied, if it is determined that the rotation is abnormal and the restart control is performed, the power supply is restarted and then restarted. The operation of the derivation operation means is not accepted during the period from the control to the establishment of the activation condition.
The game control means is restarted after the power supply is stopped while the activation condition is satisfied and the first notification means is performing control to notify the operation mode information. Occasionally, after the first notification control means restarts the control for notifying the operation mode information by the first notification means, the control for restarting the rotation of the reel is performed, and the control for restarting the rotation of the reel is performed. As a result, when the activation condition is satisfied, the operation of the derivation operation means can be accepted.
The decorative display executing means
When the movable member is displaced to a position other than the initial position during the game, the decorative display is executed.
The decorative display is not executed when the movable member is displaced to a position other than the initial position during the initial operation executed based on the restart of the power supply.
Further, the slot machine may have the following configuration.
(1) A variable display unit capable of variablely displaying a plurality of types of identification information, each of which can be identified, is provided.
In a slot machine in which a display result can be derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit after variable display of the variable display unit and a prize can be generated according to the display result.
A game control means (for example, main control unit 41) that controls a game,
An effect control means (for example, sub-control unit 91) that performs an effect based on control information (for example, a command) transmitted from the game control means, and
Derivation operation means (for example, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R) operated by the player to derive the display result, and
A notification means capable of performing notification (for example, a game auxiliary display 12) and
A movable member (for example, the accessory 200) that can be displaced to an initial position (for example, the position of the accessory 200 shown in FIG. 4) and a position other than the initial position (for example, the position of the accessory 200 shown in FIG. 52). ,
A decorative display executing means (for example, a sub-control unit) capable of executing a decorative display corresponding to the movable member (for example, a flame image 310 shown in FIG. 52B, an image of an enemy character image 400, and an image of the character rock-paper-scissors). 91) and
The game control means
After the variable display of the variable display unit is started, the derivation operation activation means for activating the operation (for example, stop operation) of the derivation operation means when the activation condition is satisfied,
The notification means includes a notification control means capable of performing control (for example, navigation notification) for notifying operation mode information (for example, a navigation number) capable of identifying the operation mode of the derivation operation means.
In the derivation operation activation means, when the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped in the state where the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled, the activation condition is satisfied again after the power supply is restarted. Until the operation of the derivation operation means is not enabled,
The notification control means restarts the power supply after the power supply is stopped while the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled and the notification means controls to notify the operation mode information. When this is done, the control for notifying the operation mode information by the notification means is restarted at a timing earlier than the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled (see, for example, FIG. 33).
The decorative display executing means
When the movable member is displaced to a position other than the initial position during the game (for example, when the process during the game of FIG. 42 is being executed by the sub-control unit 91), the decorative display is executed (for example, FIG. 53). As shown in (A), the flame image 310, the image of the enemy character image 400, and the image of the character "rock-paper-scissors" are displayed during the fanning effect),
When the movable member is displaced to a position other than the initial position during the initial operation of the slot machine (for example, when the activation process of FIG. 41 is executed by the sub control unit 91), the decorative display is not executed (for example, the decorative display is not executed. For example, as shown in FIG. 53 (B), during the activation process, even when the accessory 200 is displaced to the drive position, all of the flame image 310, the enemy character image 400 image, and the character image of rock-paper-scissors. It is not displayed. In the startup process of FIG. 41, the process of displaying these images is not executed).

According to such a configuration, when the movable member is displaced to a position other than a predetermined position during the game, the decorative display is executed, so that the interest of the game can be improved. Further, since the decorative display is not executed during the initial operation of the slot machine, it is possible to make it easier for the store clerk to confirm the initial operation of the movable member.

Further, when the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped in the state where the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled, the derivation operation means is used until the activation condition is satisfied again after the power supply is restarted. Since the operation of is not enabled, it is possible to prevent the display result from being derived in a situation where it is unknown whether the rotation is normal after the power supply is restarted.

Further, when the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled and the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped while the notification means is controlling to notify the operation mode information, the derivation is performed. Since the control for notifying the operation mode information by the notification means is restarted at a timing earlier than the operation of the operation means is enabled, the player erroneously informs the operation mode information without knowing that the operation mode information has been notified. It is possible to prevent the derivation operation means from being operated in an operation mode other than the operation mode identified by.

The operation mode of the derivation operation means is an operation mode of operating at any of a plurality of different operation timings, an operation mode of operating at any one of a plurality of operation orders, and an operation based on a combination thereof. Aspects and the like are applicable. Further, an activation condition in which the operation of the derivation operation means is activated after the variable display of the variable display unit is started, and an activation condition in which the operation of the derivation operation means is activated after the power supply is restarted. , May be the same condition or may be different conditions.

(2) In the slot machine of (1)
The decorative display executing means displays predetermined information that is not displayed during the game during the initial operation of the slot machine (for example, as shown in FIG. 53B, during the initial operation of the accessory 200. , If the setting has been changed, the characters "Settings are being changed" are displayed).

According to such a configuration, during the initial operation, it is possible to display predetermined information that can identify that the initial operation is being executed, and the visual recognition of the predetermined information is hindered by the decorative display. Can be prevented.

(3) In the slot machine of (1) or (2)
When the movable member is displaced to a position other than the initial position, any one of a plurality of types of effects can be executed (for example, as shown in FIG. 43, as a fanning effect, a large flame effect and a large flame effect are performed. (It is possible to execute multiple effects including a small flame effect)
The decorative display executing means can execute different decorative displays depending on the effect executed by the effect executing means (as shown in FIG. 52B, a large flame image is displayed in the large flame effect. A small flame image is displayed in the small flame production).

According to such a configuration, different decorative displays can be executed according to the effect executed by the effect executing means, so that the effect of the effect of linking the displacement of the movable member and the decorative display can be improved. Can be done.

(4) In any of the slot machines (1) to (3)
The movable member can be changed to any one of a plurality of modes (for example, as shown in FIG. 52 (C), the finger member 311 of the accessory 200 is any one of goo, choki, and par. Can be changed to),
The decorative display executing means can execute different decorative displays depending on the changed mode of the movable member (for example, as shown in FIG. 52, the effect image 320 according to the shape of the changed finger member). indicate).

According to such a configuration, since it is possible to execute the decorative display according to the mode after the change of the movable member, it is possible to improve the effect of the effect of linking the change of the movable member and the decorative display. ..

(5) In any of the slot machines (1) to (4)
A notification means (for example, the sub-control unit 91) for notifying that a predetermined effect condition has been achieved in response to the operation of the movable member (for example, a mission achievement notification executed in S116 of FIG. 42) ,
When the movable member performs an operation different from the effect operation, the notification is restricted (for example, even if the initial operation of the accessory 200 is executed in S52 of the activation process shown in FIG. 41, the mission achievement notification is executed. Further provided with limiting means (not).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent notifying that a predetermined effect condition has been achieved when the movable member operates due to a cause other than the effect operation.

(6) In the slot machine of (5)
There are a plurality of timings at which the movable member performs the effect operation (for example, as shown in FIG. 44, the timing at which the accessory 200 operates is the timing at which the accessory 200 operates when the mission achievement condition of the mission M3 is satisfied. , The timing at which the accessory 200 operates when the mission achievement condition of the mission M5 is satisfied, or the timing at which the accessory 200 operates when the accessory operating condition including the condition satisfied by winning the bonus is satisfied. is there).

With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest and increase the chances of achieving the production conditions.

(7) In the slot machine of (5) or (6)
It is equipped with a variable display unit (for example, a sub-reel that is electronically displayed as described in [Mission achievement notification] of a modified example) that can variablely display a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified by each.
After variable display of the variable display unit, the display result is derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit.
The notification means is
When the variable display unit is variable display, the fact that the effect condition has been achieved is displayed with priority over the variable display of the variable display unit (while the sub reel is changing, a mission is sent to the layer in front of the sub reel. Show achievement characters),
When the display result is derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit, the display result is prioritized to indicate that the effect condition has been achieved (the display result is derived by stopping the sub reel). When this is done, the mission achievement character is displayed in an area different from the area from which the display result is derived).

According to such a configuration, it is possible not to interfere with the visual recognition of the derived display result.

(8) In any of the slot machines (5) to (7)
When the movable member cannot be displaced, it is assumed that the effect condition has been achieved (for example, as shown in FIG. 42, when it is determined in S108 that the mission achievement condition of the accessory-related mission has been satisfied. In addition, if it is determined that the accessory 200 cannot be operated because the mark is not detected even after the lapse of a predetermined time, the mission achievement notification is executed in S116).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to eliminate the absurdity that the effect condition is not achieved due to the inability to operate the movable member due to a failure or the like, and thus it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest.

(9) In any of the slot machines (1) to (8)
Equipped with a variable display unit that can variablely display multiple types of identification information that can be identified by each.
After the variable display unit is variable-displayed, the variable display of the variable display unit is stopped to derive a display result, and a prize can be generated according to the display result (for example, slot machine 1).
A notification unit (for example, a payout number display unit 12) that notifies information about the game, and
A notification state control means for controlling the notification state of the notification unit (for example, main control unit 41, FIG. 50 (b)) and
Setting change control means (for example, main control unit 41) for controlling the advantage to a setting change state in which the advantage can be changed by changing to one of a plurality of types of setting values (for example, numerical values 1 to 6). ) And
The notification state control means
As a result of the game, the notification state of the notification unit can be controlled to a specific state (for example, a state in which the number of payouts is displayed on the payout number display unit 12).
When the power of the slot machine is turned on, the notification state of the notification unit is controlled to the notification state when a power failure occurs (for example, the same display state as the display state of the payout number display unit 12 when a power failure occurs).
After the setting change state is completed, the notification state of the notification unit is controlled to a predetermined state (for example, a state in which "0" is displayed on the payout number display unit 12).
When the notification state of the notification unit is controlled to the specific state (for example, the state in which the number of payouts is displayed on the payout number display unit 12), the notification of the notification unit occurs when a predetermined time elapses (for example, 30 seconds elapses). The state is controlled to the predetermined state (for example, a state in which "0" is displayed on the payout number display unit 12) (for example, FIGS. 50 (b) and 50 (e)).

According to such a configuration, by controlling the notification state of the notification unit to the predetermined state when the predetermined time elapses in the specific state, it is possible to prevent the preparation while reducing the work load of the clerk.

(10) In the slot machine of (9)
The notification unit notifies information regarding the value for games (for example, information regarding the number of medals to be paid out).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to take measures against the preparation for the notification unit which the player can easily execute the preparation.

(11) In the slot machine of (9) or (10)
When the notification state control means controls the notification state of the notification unit to the specific state (for example, a state in which the number of payouts is displayed on the payout number display unit 12) when the power is turned on, the predetermined time elapses (for example, the state). After 30 seconds have passed), the notification state of the notification unit is controlled to the predetermined state (for example, a state in which "0" is displayed on the payout number display unit 12).

According to such a configuration, even if the notification unit is not in the predetermined state when the power is turned on, the notification state of the notification unit can be controlled to the predetermined state by the elapse of the predetermined time. The notification state of the notification unit can be controlled to a predetermined state by the power-on operation at the time of opening the store without waiting.

(12) In any of the slot machines (9) to (11),
A customer waiting state (for example, a state in which a demo effect is executed 30 seconds after the end of the previous game) occurs when the predetermined time elapses without starting a new game after the end of the previous game. ..

According to such a configuration, the timer for controlling the notification state of the notification unit to a predetermined state and the timer for controlling the customer waiting state can be shared.

(13) In any of the slot machines (9) to (12),
A power saving mode that suppresses the power consumption of the slot machine by elapse of the predetermined time without starting a new game after the end of the previous game (for example, the power saving mode is set after 30 seconds have passed since the end of the previous game). ).

According to such a configuration, the timer for controlling the notification state of the notification unit to a predetermined state and the timer for switching to the power saving mode can be shared.

(14) In any of the slot machines (9) to (13),
A plurality of the variable display units are provided, and a prize can be generated according to a combination of display results of the plurality of variable display units.
Predetermining means (for example, internal lottery processing) to decide whether or not to allow the occurrence of winning, and
Derivation operation means (for example, stop switches 8L to 8R) operated by the player to derive the display result, and
A derivation control means (for example, reel rotation processing) that controls to derive a display result according to a determination result of the predetermining means and an operation of the derivation operation means.
Among the combinations of display results of the plurality of variable display units, a prize is won based on the combination of identification information on a predetermined line (for example, a winning line LN) straddling the plurality of variable display units. Winning judgment means (for example, winning judgment processing) that makes a judgment,
Suggesting means for suggesting that the determination result of the prior determination means is a predetermined result (for example, strong cherry lip winning) that allows the occurrence of a predetermined prize (for example, a process for suggesting cherry lip winning by the sub-control unit 91). And further prepared
The derivation control means
When the determination result of the prior determination means is the predetermined result (for example, strong cherry lip winning) and the derivation operation means is operated in a specific procedure (for example, the stop switch is operated at the timing when the pressing is successful). When), a display result in which the identification information on the predetermined line becomes the specific identification information is derived as the display result of the specific variable display unit (for example, the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C) among the plurality of variable display units. (For example, as shown in FIG. 45 (c), the cherry symbols are aligned on the winning line LN),
When the determination result of the prior determination means is the predetermined result (for example, strong cherry lip winning) and the derivation operation means is operated in a procedure different from the specific procedure (for example, stop at the timing when the push failure occurs). When the switch is operated), as a display result of the specific variable display unit (for example, the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C), the identification information on the predetermined line becomes the identification information different from the specific identification information. (For example, as shown in FIG. 45 (f), the replay symbols are aligned on the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C on the winning line LN), while a predetermined variable display unit different from the specific variable display unit (for example, , Right reel) to derive a display result in which the identification information on the predetermined line becomes the specific identification information (for example, as shown in FIG. 45 (f), cherry on the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. The design is derived).

According to such a configuration, even when the derivation operation means is operated by a procedure different from the specific procedure, the identification information on the predetermined line becomes the specific identification information as the display result of the predetermined variable display unit. Is derived, so that it is possible to prevent misidentification of the identification information displayed on the predetermined line.

When operated in a specific procedure, the variation display is stopped in a specific order when the derivation operation means is operated at a specific timing or when the derivation operation means is operated so as to stop the variation display in a specific order. It may be an operation and a predetermined specific operation such as when the operation is operated at a specific timing.

(15) In any of the slot machines (1) to (14)
After the start of the game, the notification control means operates mode information on the notification means (for example, the game auxiliary display 12) at a timing earlier than the operation of the derivation operation means (for example, the stop operation) is activated. Control to notify (navigation number) (for example, navigation notification) is started.

According to such a configuration, after the start of the game, the control for notifying the operation mode information by the notification means is started at a timing earlier than the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled, so that the player can start the operation mode information. It is possible to prevent the derivation operation means from being operated by an operation mode other than the operation mode identified by the operation mode information without knowing that the is notified.

(16) In the slot machine of (15)
The derivation operation enabling means does not enable the operation (stop operation) of the derivation operation means when a fluctuation abnormality (reel rotation abnormality) is detected after the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled.
The notification control means operates mode information (navigation number) on the notification means (game auxiliary display 12) even when a fluctuation abnormality (reel rotation abnormality) is detected after the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled. ) Is notified (navigation notification) is continued.

According to such a configuration, after the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled, when a fluctuation abnormality is detected, the operation of the derivation operation means is not enabled, while the control for notifying the operation mode information by the notification means. Is continued, so that it is possible to prevent the player from accidentally operating the derived operation means in an operation mode other than the operation mode identified by the operation mode information without knowing that the operation mode information has been notified.

(17) In the slot machine of (15) or (16)
The game control means (main control unit 41) can transmit control information (push order command) capable of specifying operation mode information (navigation number) to the effect control means (sub control unit 91).
The effect control means (sub-control unit 91) is a notification effect (navigation) capable of specifying the operation mode identified by the operation mode information based on the control information (push order command) that can specify the operation mode information (navigation number). (Direction) can be executed.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to notify the operation mode identified by the operation mode information by the effect device controlled by the effect control means, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect when the operation mode information is notified. it can.

(18) In the slot machine of (17)
The game control means (main control unit 41) is a control (navigation number) for notifying the operation mode information (navigation number) by the notification means (game auxiliary display 12) in a state where the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled. When the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped while the navigation notification is being performed, the operation mode information (navigation number) is provided at a timing earlier than the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled. Specifiable control information (pushing order command) is transmitted to the effect control means (sub control unit 91).

According to such a configuration, the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped in the state where the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled and the control for notifying the operation mode information is performed by the notification means. When this is done, the control information that can specify the operation mode information is transmitted to the effect control means at a timing earlier than the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled, so that the derivation operation is performed when the power supply is restarted. It is possible to start the notification effect before the operation of the means is activated, and the operation mode other than the operation mode erroneously identified by the operation mode information without the player knowing that the operation mode information has been notified. It is possible to prevent the derivation operation means from being operated by.

(19) In any of the slot machines (14) to (18),
The variable display unit (reel 2L, 2C, 2R) is provided with a plurality of types of identification information (designs) that can be identified by stepping motors (reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R) that are driven by changing the excitation state. It is configured to change and display by moving the reels (reels 2L, 2C, 2R).
The game control means includes an excitation state control means (main control unit 41) that controls to change the excitation state according to a control pattern (excitation pattern).
The excitation state control means is supplied with electric power in a state in which the excitation state is changed according to a predetermined control pattern (starting pattern, constant speed pattern as the excitation pattern) for moving the reel among the control patterns (excitation patterns). When the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped, the control that changes the excitation state from the first excitation state in the start control pattern (starting pattern) that starts the movement of the reel in the control pattern (excitation pattern) is started. To do.

According to such a configuration, the power supply to the slot machine is stopped while the control for changing the excitation state according to a predetermined control pattern for moving the reel is performed, and then the power supply to the slot machine is restarted. When, the first excitation state in the start control pattern that starts the movement of the reel instead of starting the control that changes the excitation state from the continuation of the excitation state when the power supply in the predetermined control pattern is stopped. Since the control for changing the excitation state is started from, the movement of the reel can be started smoothly even after the power supply is restarted.

The predetermined control pattern for moving the reel may include a start control pattern for starting the movement of the reel.

Further, the start control pattern may be a control pattern that starts the movement of the reel toward the reel variation mode in the predetermined control pattern, or may be a variation mode different from the reel variation mode in the predetermined control pattern. It may be a control pattern that starts the movement of the reel toward the reel.

(20) In any of the slot machines (14) to (19),
The variable display unit is a reel (reel 2L, 2C) on which a plurality of types of identification information (designs) that can be identified by stepping motors (reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R) that are driven by changing the excitation state are arranged. , 2R) is configured to change and display by moving.
The game control means
Steps after the start of rotation or the previous reel reference position is detected without detecting the reel reference position when normal rotation is not detected when the activation condition is satisfied (the acceptance of stop operation is enabled). When the number exceeds a predetermined number of steps), a rotation abnormality determining means (main control unit 41) for determining a rotation abnormality (reel rotation abnormality), and
A restart control means (main control unit 41) that performs restart control that changes the excitation state according to the pattern (starting pattern) at the start of rotation of the reel when it is determined that the rotation is abnormal.
When the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped in the state where the activation condition is satisfied (the state in which the reception of the stop operation is enabled), the excitation state is changed from the state when the power supply was stopped. Including a restarting means (main control unit 41) for restarting the control to be changed,
The restart control means also performs restart control when a rotation abnormality (reel rotation abnormality) is determined after the control for changing the excitation state is restarted by the restart means.
The derivation operation activation means is
When the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled (the reception of the stop operation is enabled) and it is determined that the rotation is abnormal (reel rotation abnormality), the operation is restarted from the time when the rotation abnormality is determined. The operation of the derivation operation means (stop operation) is not activated during the period from when the control is performed until the activation condition (constant speed rotation and detection of the reel reference position) is satisfied.
When the power supply is stopped in the state where the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled (the state where the reception of the stop operation is enabled) and then the power supply is restarted, from the time when the power supply is restarted. , Normal rotation is detected (reel reference position detection), or rotation abnormality (reel rotation abnormality) is determined and restart control is performed, and then the activation condition (constant speed rotation and reel reference position detection) is set. The operation of the derivation operation means (stop operation) is not enabled in the period until it is established.

According to such a configuration, when the rotation of the reel is started and the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled and it is determined that the rotation is abnormal, the excitation state is changed according to the pattern at the start of rotation of the reel. Since the start control is performed, the progress of the game is not disabled every time it is determined that the rotation is abnormal, so that the game can proceed smoothly. In addition, since the operation of the derivation operation means is not activated during the period from the determination of the rotation abnormality to the establishment of the activation condition after the restart control is performed, the display result is derived in a situation where the rotation is not normal. It can be prevented from being stowed.

In addition, when the power supply is stopped while the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled and then the power supply is restarted, the control for changing the excitation state from the state when the power supply was stopped is restarted. After that, when normal rotation is detected, it is possible to activate the operation of the derivation operation means from that time, so even if a momentary power failure occurs, if normal rotation is maintained, the game will be played immediately. Can be advanced.

Further, even if the torque for rotating the reel is insufficient and it is determined that the rotation is abnormal when the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped with the operation of the derivation operation means enabled. Since the restart control is performed and the progress of the game is not disabled, the game can proceed smoothly. Further, in such a case, the operation of the derivation operation means is enabled during the period from the time when the power supply is restarted until the activation condition is satisfied after the restart control is performed after the rotation abnormality is determined. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the display result from being derived in a situation where it is unknown whether the rotation is normal after the power supply is restarted.

(21) In any of the slot machines (14) to (20)
The game control means (main control unit 41)
Predetermining means (internal lottery) to determine the display result that is allowed to be derived before the display result is derived,
When the determination result of the advance determination means (internal lottery) becomes the notification target result (notification target combination) that is the target of notification (navigation notification), an advantageous operation mode (favorable stop for the player) for the player. Notification state control means for controlling the notification state (state in which navigation notification is executed) to notify (in order), and
Specific control information for transmitting specific control information (first internal winning command, second internal winning command) regarding the determination result of the prior determination means (internal lottery) to the effect control means (sub-control unit 91). Including transmission means (internal winning command setting process)
Regardless of whether or not the specific control information transmitting means is controlled to the notification state (the state in which the navigation notification is executed), the determination result of the advance determination means (internal lottery) is the notification target result (notification target combination). ), Specific control information (second internal winning command) that can identify the result of the notification target but cannot specify the advantageous operation mode (stop order advantageous for the player) is used as the effect control means. Send to.

According to such a configuration, in a configuration in which the game control means and the effect control means are provided and the information regarding the determination result of the prior determination means is specified from the specific control information transmitted from the game control means, the game control means side. In addition to controlling the notification state in which the advantageous operation mode is notified, the game control means is notified when the determination result of the prior determination means becomes the notification target result regardless of whether or not it is controlled in the notification state. Since the specific control information that can specify the result but cannot specify the advantageous operation mode is transmitted to the effect control means, the specific control information regardless of whether or not the game control means controls the notification state. Since the advantageous operation mode is not specified according to the determination result of the prior determination means, the process related to the transmission of the specific control information can be simplified, and even if the effect control means side is fraudulent, the notification state is controlled. It is possible to prevent the advantageous operation mode from being notified in a state where the operation mode is not performed.

(22) In any of the slot machines (14) to (21),
The game control means
Predetermining means (internal lottery) to determine the display result that is allowed to be derived before the display result is derived,
Numerical value setting means for setting different numerical values (winning numbers) for each determination result of the prior determination means (internal lottery), and
Predetermined control means that performs predetermined control (setting of internal winning flag, navigation notification, command creation, stop control of reels 2L, 2C, 2R, etc.) according to the numerical value (winning number) set by the numerical value setting means.
When the determination result of the advance determination means (internal lottery) becomes the notification target result (notification target combination) that is the target of notification (navigation notification), an advantageous operation mode (favorable stop for the player) for the player. Notification state control means for controlling the notification state (state in which navigation notification is executed) to notify (in order), and
The specific control information transmitting means for transmitting the specific control information (first internal winning command, second internal winning command) regarding the determination result of the prior determination means (internal lottery) to the effect control means is included.
A continuous numerical value consisting of a predetermined numerical range is assigned as a numerical value (winning number) set by the numerical value setting means when the notification target result (notification target combination) is obtained.
The specific control information transmitting means notifies when the numerical value (winning number) set by the numerical value setting means is within a predetermined numerical range in a state other than at least a notification state (a state in which navigation notification is executed). The effect control means (sub-control unit) provides specific control information (second internal winning command) that can identify the target result (notification target combination) but cannot specify the advantageous operation mode (stop order advantageous for the player). It is transmitted to 91).

According to such a configuration, in a configuration in which the game control means and the effect control means are provided and the information regarding the determination result of the prior determination means is specified from the specific control information transmitted from the game control means, the game control means side. In addition to controlling the notification state in which the advantageous operation mode is notified, the game control means becomes the notification target result when the determination result of the prior determination means becomes the notification target result at least in a state other than the notification state. Since the specific control information that can be specified but the advantageous operation mode cannot be specified is transmitted to the effect control means, the predetermined control means is determined from the specific control information regardless of whether or not the game control means controls the notification state. Since the advantageous operation mode is not specified according to the result, it is possible to prevent the advantageous operation mode from being notified in a state where the notification state is not controlled even if the effect control means side is fraudulent. Further, as a numerical value set by the numerical value setting means when the notification target result is obtained, a continuous numerical value consisting of a predetermined numerical range is assigned, and the game control means determines whether or not the notification target result. , Since it can be determined whether or not the numerical value used when performing the predetermined control is within the predetermined numerical range assigned to the notification target result, it is possible to simplify the process when transmitting the specific control information.

It is a figure which shows the whole structure of a game system. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a mobile terminal. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of management server. It is a front view of the slot machine of the embodiment to which this invention is applied. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement of a reel. It is a perspective view which shows the internal structure of a slot machine. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a slot machine. It is a figure for demonstrating the type of a bonus, the symbol combination of a bonus, and the technical matter related to a bonus. It is a figure for demonstrating the type of the re-game combination, the symbol combination of the re-game combination, and the technical matter related to the re-game combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the type of the re-game combination, the symbol combination of the re-game combination, and the technical matter related to the re-game combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the type of a small combination, the symbol combination of a small combination, and technical matters related to a small combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the type of a small combination, the symbol combination of a small combination, and technical matters related to a small combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the type of a roll, the pattern combination of a roll, and the technical matter related to a roll. It is a figure for demonstrating the transition of a game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery target combination read out as the lottery target combination for each game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery target combination read out as the lottery target combination for each game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the correspondence procedure of a push order combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the winning number and transmission number of a special combination in the 1st internal winning command transmitted by a main control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the winning number and transmission number of a general combination and a re-game combination in the 2nd internal winning command transmitted by a main control unit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the control content of the internal winning command setting process performed by the main control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the navigation number in the push order command transmitted by a main control unit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the control content of the push order command setting process performed by the main control unit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the control content of the winning judgment command setting process performed by the main control unit. It is a timing chart for explaining the establishment timing of the stop operation activation condition in a reel rotation process. It is a timing chart for explaining the establishment timing of the stop operation activation condition in a reel rotation process. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the establishment timing of the reel rotation error in the reel rotation processing. This is a timing chart for explaining the timing at which the stop operation activation condition is satisfied in the reel rotation process after the power failure is restored. It is a figure for demonstrating the structure of the game auxiliary display. It is a figure for demonstrating the notification mode by navigation notification. It is a figure for demonstrating modification 1 and 2 of the notification mode by navigation notification. It is a figure for demonstrating the notification mode by error notification. It is a figure for demonstrating the switching timing of the display mode of a game auxiliary display in a game. It is a figure for demonstrating the switching timing of the display mode of a game auxiliary display before and after a power failure. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the selection situation of the excitation pattern of a reel motor in the control of a game. It is a figure for demonstrating the switching timing of the display mode of a game auxiliary display when an error occurs. It is a figure for demonstrating the flow of control about the control concerning the switching of the display mode of a game auxiliary display. It is a figure for demonstrating the flow of control about the modification of the control concerning the switching of the display mode of a game auxiliary display. It is a figure for demonstrating the signal input / output between a slot machine and a test apparatus. It is a figure for demonstrating the game history database and the like. It is a figure for demonstrating the flowchart of the start-up process (main). It is a figure for demonstrating the flowchart of the start process (sub). It is a figure for demonstrating the flowchart of the process (sub) during a game. It is a figure for demonstrating the effect determination table. It is a figure for demonstrating the mission database. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control at the time of winning a re-game combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control at the time of winning a re-game combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control at the time of winning a small winning combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control at the time of winning a re-game combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control at the time of winning a small winning combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the notification mode of various notification units. It is a figure for demonstrating the display pattern of the payout number display part. It is a figure for explaining the rock-paper-scissors production. It is a figure for demonstrating the difference of processing between the execution of a fanning effect and the execution of a start processing.

[First Embodiment]
[Game system]
FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an overall configuration of the game system 1001 according to the present embodiment. As shown in FIG. 1, the game system 1001 includes a slot machine 1 and a management server 1200. The slot machine 1 is installed in a playground (hall), and the management server 1200 is connected to the Internet network 900. The management server 1200 is held by the manufacturer of the slot machine 1 (provider of the slot machine 1). Data exchange between the slot machine 1 and the management server 1200 is performed via a mobile terminal 1100 having a two-dimensional code reading function and a connection function to the Internet network 900. 2 and 3 are block diagrams showing the configuration of the mobile terminal 1100 and the configuration of the management server 1200 of the present embodiment, respectively.

[Slot machine configuration]
FIG. 4 is a front view showing the overall structure of the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment. The slot machine 1 includes a housing 1a having an open front surface and a front door 1b rotatably pivotally supported at a side end of the housing 1a. A liquid crystal display 51 is provided at the upper center of the front door 1b. The liquid crystal display 51 has a display area, and a predetermined effect can be executed in the display area. Further, the slot machine 1 has a transmissible transmission region 51b corresponding to the perspective window 3. The player can visually recognize the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R (hereinafter, also referred to as left reel, middle reel, and right reel) arranged side by side inside the housing 1a through the see-through window 3 (transmission area 51b). .. FIG. 5 is a diagram showing a symbol arrangement of each reel. A plurality of types of symbols, each of which can be identified, are arranged in a predetermined order on the reels 2L to 2R. The number of reels is not limited to three, and may be one or two or more. Further, although the variable display unit shows an example of being configured by a physical reel, it may be configured by an image display device such as a liquid crystal display.

Further, the slot machine 1 includes an accessory 200. The accessory 200 can displace the initial position and the drive position. As shown in FIG. 4, the initial position is a position that does not overlap with the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. Further, as shown in FIG. 52, the drive position is a position where a part of the accessory 200 overlaps with the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The character 200 of the present embodiment has a girl as a motif. The sub-control unit 91 can drive the accessory 200 by controlling the accessory driving device 99. The accessory driving device 99 includes, for example, a stepping motor and the like. Note that, in FIG. 4, only the accessory 200 is described, and the description of the accessory drive device 99 and the like is omitted.

A medal insertion unit 4 into which medals can be inserted is provided in the lower right of the liquid crystal display 51, and a medal payout outlet 9, speakers 53, and 54 for paying out medals are provided in the lower part of the front door 1b.

Further, as an example of the operation means, the front door 1b is set with a predetermined number of bets determined according to the game state within the range of credits stored as the game value (number of medals) owned by the player. MAXBET switch 6 operated when the game is played, settlement switch 10 operated when the credit and the set number of bets are settled and returned, start switch 7 operated when the game is started, reels 2L to 2R Stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, which are operated when each rotation is stopped, an effect switch 56 for use in the effect, and the like are provided.

The front door 1b is provided with a game display unit 13 for notifying information about the game as an example of the notification means. The game display unit 13 has a credit display 11 that displays the number of medals stored as credits, and a game auxiliary display 12 that displays the number of medals to be paid out and an error code when an error occurs (hereinafter, the number of medals to be paid out). (Also referred to as a unit), 1BETLED14 for notifying the set number of bets, 2BETLED15, 3BETLED16, an insertion request LED17 for notifying that a medal can be inserted, and a start switch 7 can be used to start the game. After the operation of the start valid LED 18 and the start switch 7 to notify that, the weight (a state of waiting for the start of rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R because a certain period of time has not passed since the previous game start) is in progress. The weighting LED 19 for notifying is provided, and the replaying LED 20 for notifying that the replay game is in progress after the replay winning is provided.

When playing a game on the slot machine 1, first, a predetermined number of bets (for example, 3) are set by inserting medals into the medal insertion unit 4 or operating the MAXBET switch 6. As a result, the winning line LN becomes valid, the operation to the start switch 7 becomes valid, and the game can be started. If a medal is inserted with the number of bets already set, that amount will be added to the credit.

The winning line is a line for determining whether the combination of symbols displayed on the perspective windows 3 of the reels 2L to 2R is a combination of winning symbols. In the present embodiment, an example in which only one winning line LN is provided will be described, but a plurality of winning lines may be provided. In the present embodiment, the winning line LN is formed so as to rise diagonally upward from the lower left to the upper right. In addition, invalid lines LM1 to LM4 are provided so that it is easy to recognize that the combination of symbols constituting the prize is aligned with the prize line LN. The invalid lines LM1 to LM4 are not lines for which a winning judgment is made, and when a specific winning symbol combination is aligned with the winning line LN, a predetermined symbol combination (for example, bell-) is applied to any of the invalid lines LM1 to LM4. By aligning the bell-bell), it is easy to recognize that the winning line LN has a combination of symbols constituting a specific winning.

When the start switch 7 is operated while the game can be started, the reels 2L to 2R are rotated to display the symbol in a variable manner, and when the stop switches 8L to 8R are operated, the rotation of the corresponding reel is stopped. , Three symbols are derived and displayed as display results in the upper, middle, and lower rows of the perspective window 3. The symbols (display results) that can be derived and displayed are the symbols displayed on the winning line LN when the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are operated, and up to 4 frames ahead of them. It is a design for a total of 5 frames. When the specified number of bets (for example, 3) is set, each winning line is activated and the game can be started. When the combination of winning symbols stops on the winning line LN and a winning occurs, a predetermined number of medals are given to the player according to the winning, and credits are added or the credit reaches the upper limit (50). If this is the case, medals will be paid out from the medal payment exit 9.

Further, regarding the symbol arrangement of each reel in FIG. 5, the cherry symbol is always arranged within 5 frames on the right reel 2R. In addition, the watermelon symbol is always arranged within 5 frames on the middle reel 2C. In each reel, the range that can be pulled in within a predetermined time is within 5 frames, so it is possible to always derive the cherry symbol to the right reel 2R when the cherry lip is won, which will be described later, and when the watermelon is won, it is always possible. It is possible to derive a watermelon symbol on the middle reel 2C.

FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an internal structure of the slot machine 1. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a functional configuration example of the slot machine 1. In the example of FIG. 7, a game control board 40 that controls the progress of the game and outputs various commands according to the progress of the game, an effect control board 90 that controls a predetermined effect according to the command, and a drive power source for electrical components. A power supply board 101 for generating the above, an external output board 1000 for outputting a signal according to the progress of the game, and the like are provided.

The game control board 40 advances the game based on detection signals from switches such as various operation means and detection means (exemplified on the left side of the game control board 40 in FIG. 7), and the notification means (game control in FIG. 7). Display devices such as (exemplified on the left side of the substrate 40) are driven and controlled. Further, the game control board 40 drives and controls the reel motors 32L to 32R based on the signals from the reel sensors 33L to 33R.

The game control board 40 is equipped with a circuit configuration (exemplified in the game control board 40 of FIG. 7) such as a main control unit 41. The main control unit 41 performs processing related to the progress of the game, and directly or indirectly controls the configuration mounted or connected to the game control board 40. The main control unit 41 is a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a CPU, ROM, RAM, I / O port, and the like.

The effect control board 90 is connected to an effect switch 56, and drives and controls an effect device such as a liquid crystal display 51 (exemplified on the left side of the effect control board 90 in FIG. 7). The effect control board 90 is equipped with a circuit configuration (exemplified in the effect control board 90 of FIG. 7) such as a sub control unit 91. The sub-control unit 91 receives a command transmitted from the game control board 40, performs a process of performing an effect, and directly or indirectly controls a configuration mounted on or connected to the effect control board 90. The sub-control unit 91 is a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a CPU, ROM, RAM, I / O port, and the like. The circuit configuration of the sub-control unit 91 includes, for example, a clock device 97 (hereinafter, also referred to as an RTC) for measuring at least one of a day and a time. The sub-control unit 91 can execute the effect control according to, for example, the value of at least one of the day and the time measured by the RTC 97, the detection signal from the effect switch 56, and the like. A hopper motor 34b, various operating means, detection means (exemplified on the right side of the power supply board 101 in FIG. 7), and the like are connected to the power supply board 101.

Further, the effect control board 90 includes an accessory driving device 99 capable of driving the accessory 200, and also includes a mark detection circuit 105. The mark detection circuit 105 includes, for example, a photo sensor and the like. The accessory 200 is marked with a mark 201. By detecting the mark 201, the mark detection circuit 105 identifies that the accessory 200 is present at the drive position. The mark 201 is attached to the accessory 200 at a position where such identification is possible, and the photo sensor included in the mark detection circuit 105 is provided. As a modification, the mark detection circuit 105 may detect the mark to specify that the accessory 200 exists at the initial position.

8 to 12 are diagrams for explaining various winning combinations. Further, in the remarks column of FIG. 11 and the like, index symbols and the like corresponding to other names of the winning combination are shown. The index symbol refers to a symbol that is aligned with or may be aligned with any of the invalid lines LM1 to LM4 when the combination of symbols that causes a prize is stopped on the winning line LN. For example, the index symbol of bell 1, bell 2, AT1 to AT32 is "bell", and the index symbol of watermelon is "watermelon". In the present embodiment, a notification effect (hereinafter, also referred to as a winning suggestion effect) for notifying the corresponding index symbol when the lottery target combination described later is won is executed. FIG. 13 is a diagram for explaining the types of rolls, the combination of roll symbols, and technical matters related to rolls. The result of FIG. 13 is when any of the 9 bells left 1 to 8, the 9 bells 1 to 8 and the 9 bells right 1 to 8 described later is won, and the winning 9 It is a specific result that is derived only when the winning winning combination is missed without operating according to the corresponding procedure according to the type of bell. No medals are paid out for such specific rolls.

In addition, among the winning combinations, the watermelon has the same "bell" as the index symbol of the downward-sloping bell, middle bell, and upper bell, although it is not a symbol that aligns with or may align with any of the invalid lines LM1 to LM4. It is defined as a specific winning symbol. The specific winning symbol is a combination of winning symbols of the right-down watermelon, which corresponds to the right reel 2R, and is a symbol that can be stopped on the winning line LN when the right-down watermelon is won or won. When the watermelon is won, it is possible to perform an effect using an index symbol and an effect using a specific winning symbol. In the notification effect, the character image of the index symbol and the symbol corresponding to the specific winning symbol is displayed.

FIG. 14 is a diagram for explaining the transition of the gaming state controlled by the main control unit 41. The slot machine 1 in the present embodiment has a plurality of types of gaming states including RT0 to RT4 in which the replay is won with a predetermined winning probability, and a bonus in which the winning probability of the small winning combination is higher than that in RT0 to RT4. Of these, it is controlled to one of the corresponding gaming states from the time when the start condition is satisfied until the end condition is satisfied (see the winning combination or the outcome shown along the arrow in FIG. 14). Specifically, usually (most of the games) is controlled by RT1. Then, when the preparatory lip (rip 4) is won in RT1, the game shifts to RT2, which has a higher probability of winning the replaying role than RT1. Further, when the rush lip (rip 5) is won in RT2, the game shifts to RT3, which has a higher probability of winning the replaying role than RT2. In addition, in RT2, when a fall lip (rip 2, lip 3) is won or a bell is spilled (right spill, middle spill, left spill), the process shifts to RT1. Further, in RT2, when Lip 1 wins a prize, control over RT2 is maintained. In addition, in RT3, when a fall lip (rip 2, lip 3) is won or a bell is spilled (right spill, middle spill, left spill), the process shifts to RT1. RT2 and RT3 are in a gaming state in which the winning probability of the re-gaming combination is higher than that of RT1 and is advantageous for the player.

When any of BB1 to BB5 is won, it is controlled by RT4. The winning flag set when any one of BB1 to BB5 is won is carried over until the winning BB wins. In addition, RT4 is also continuously controlled from BB winning to BB winning. When a BB prize is generated during RT4, it is controlled by a bonus, and when the number of medals or more described in FIG. 8 is paid out, the bonus ends and the bonus is controlled to RT0. The type of replay to be drawn internally is determined for each type of RT (see FIG. 15). During the bonus, bell winning can be generated with an extremely high probability regardless of the operation timing and operation procedure, and the number of medals can be increased efficiently. Therefore, the bonus is in an advantageous state for the player.

15 and 16 are diagrams showing a combination of lottery target combinations read out as lottery target combinations (hereinafter, the winning lottery target combination is also referred to as a winning combination) for each game state. The name is shown in the lottery target combination column, the combination of winning combination included in the lottery target combination is shown in the winning combination combination column, and the lottery is circled for each RT type in the game status column. Indicates that the target combination is a lottery target. For example, the reach lip shown in FIG. 15 is subject to lottery in any of the states RT0 to RT3, but is not drawn in RT4. Further, in RT4, it is set so that replays other than missed, through lip, middle cherry lip, strong cherry lip, and weak cherry lip are not won. Instead, the winning probabilities of the middle cherry lip, the strong cherry lip, and the weak cherry lip are set higher in the RT4 state than in the other RT states.

In the following, the combination to which the corresponding procedure (pushing order) is associated is referred to as "pushing order combination". A bell with which the push order is associated is called a "push order bell", and a replay with which the push order is associated is called a "push order rip". In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 16, the push order bells are 9 bells left 1 to left 8, 9 bells 1 to middle 8, and 9 bells right 1 to right 8. As shown in FIG. 15, the push order rips are the preparation rips 1 to 6, the maintenance rips 1 to 3, and the rush rips 1 to 6. In the following, "9 bells left 1 to left 8" are collectively referred to as "9 bells left", and "9 bells 1 to 8" are collectively referred to as "9 bells medium", and "9 bells". "Bell right 1 to right 8" are collectively called "9 bell right".

FIG. 17 is a diagram for explaining a corresponding procedure. For example, the corresponding procedure (corresponding push order) on the left of 9 bells is the first stop on the left. Therefore, for example, when the 9-bell left is won, the reel control is performed so that the bell 1 is won when the left first stop is performed, and when an operation other than the left first stop is performed, the reel can be pulled in. In that case, the reel control is performed so that the other winning combination (any of AT1, AT12, AT23, AT30) is won and the left-dropped result is derived when the drawing is not possible.

Further, as shown in FIG. 16, in a gaming state other than RT4, the bonus may be won at the same time as other winning combinations. For example, in BB1, when only BB1 wins alone, BB1 and reach eye lip, BB1 and middle cherry lip, BB1 and strong cherry lip, BB1 and weak cherry lip, BB1 and chance 1, BB1 and chance 2, and You may win with any combination of BB1 and watermelon. In addition, during the bonus, for example, a common bell is set as a lottery target combination, and it is set to win with an extremely high probability. The common bell is a role that can generate a prize regardless of the operation timing. Therefore, during the bonus, the common bell winning can be generated with an extremely high probability regardless of the operation timing and the operation procedure, and the number of medals can be efficiently increased. Therefore, the bonus is in an advantageous state for the player.

In addition, the ratio of winning roles that are won at the same time as the bonus is reach> middle cherry lip> strong cherry lip> weak cherry lip> watermelon> chance 1> chance 2. And, the ratio of winning the bonus alone is set lower than the ratio of winning at the same time. Therefore, the player can expect to win the bonus when the announcement effect described later, which is suggested to be won in some kind of lottery target combination, is executed.

Further, for the lottery target combinations shown in FIGS. 15 and 16, the number of determination values related to the winning probability of winning the lottery target combination in the internal lottery is determined. For example, for the common bell, for example, "360" is set as the number of determination values in any of the states of RT0 to RT4, and the common bell is won at 360/65536. Among the lottery target combinations, the number of judgment values for each lottery target combination corresponding to a bonus or a small combination is set so that the winning probability is the same regardless of the RT. On the other hand, among the lottery target combinations, the number of determination values for each lottery target combination corresponding to the re-game combination is determined so that the winning probability differs depending on the type of RT.

Here, the "game" in the slot machine 1 means, in a narrow sense, from the operation of the start switch 7 to the stop of the reels 2L to 2R, but when playing a game, a bet before the operation of the start switch 7 is performed. Since the number is set, medals are paid out and the game state is changed after the reels 2L to 2R are stopped, these incidental processes are also included in the "game" in a broad sense.

[Game processing]
The main control unit 41 performs a game control process to control one game. In the game control process, first, the bet number setting and the BET process for credit settlement and bet number settlement are performed.

When the start switch 7 is operated after setting the number of bets, a random number value is extracted from a predetermined random number circuit, and it is determined (internal lottery) whether or not to allow the generation of a prize based on the extracted random number value. Internal lottery process (see FIGS. 15, 16, etc.) is performed. The random number circuit updates the numerical values in the predetermined numerical range (0 to 65535) according to the predetermined update rule. The main control unit 41 extracts a numerical value updated by the random number circuit as a random number value when the start switch 7 is operated. When the lottery target combination is won in the internal lottery, the winning flag of the winning combination included in the lottery target combination is set in a predetermined area of the RAM. For example, when BB1 is won, the BB1 winning flag is set, and when the watermelon is won, the watermelon winning flag is set. The winning flags of BB1 to BB5 are carried over until the winning BB is won, while the winning flags corresponding to the winning combinations other than BB1 to BB5 are when the winning game ends regardless of whether or not a winning is generated. Will be erased.

When the internal lottery process is completed, the reel rotation process is performed. In the reel rotation process, the stop switches 8L to 8R are enabled after starting the rotation of the reels 2L to 2R on the condition that a predetermined time (for example, 4.1 seconds) has elapsed from the start of the reel rotation of the previous game. And stop the rotation of the reel according to the stop operation. In the reel rotation process, when a predetermined freeze condition is satisfied, a freeze effect is executed to delay the progress of the game for a predetermined period (delay the activation of each stop operation of the stop switches 8L to 8R). After executing the freeze effect processing for performing the freeze effect, the stop switches 8L to 8R may be enabled to shift to the normal game.

When the reels 2L to 2R are stopped and the reel rotation process is completed, a winning determination process (see FIGS. 9 to 12 and the like) is performed to determine whether or not a winning or the like has occurred based on the symbol combination on the winning line. .. In addition, the state shown in FIG. 14 is controlled according to the combination of symbols on the winning line.

When the winning determination process is completed, the payout process is performed. In the payout process, medals are paid out or credits are added according to the occurrence of winning, various processes not related to winning (for example, processing related to counting the number of medals paid out in the bonus and controlling the end of the bonus, and winning without carry-over). Flags (winning flags for small wins, replays, etc.) are erased). Further, when it is determined that any of BB1 to BB5 has been won, the winning flag of the winning BB is deleted. In the game end process, a process of setting the game state (see FIG. 14 and the like) is executed in preparation for the next game. As a result, the game control process for one game is completed, and the game control process for the next game is started.

[Processing related to AT]
The main control unit 41 can control AT (assist time) in addition to advantageous states such as bonus and RT2 and RT3. The main control unit 41 executes an AT lottery as to whether or not to control the AT. Further, the main control unit 41 controls the AT when it is determined to be controlled by the AT in the AT lottery, and can specify the corresponding procedure (pushing order) for stopping the symbol combination advantageous to the player on the winning line LN. Execute the process for executing the navigation effect. In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 performs navigation notification using the game auxiliary display 12 (see FIG. 29), and the sub control unit 91 displays the corresponding procedure on the liquid crystal display 51 to produce a navigation effect. Do (not shown).

During non-AT, the main control unit 41 has a specific AT lottery target combination (in this embodiment, middle-stage cherry lip, strong cherry lip, weak cherry lip, watermelon, BB1 to BB5, as shown in FIGS. 15 and 16. When the common bell) is won, the AT lottery process for determining whether or not to control the AT is performed. Further, when the specific lottery target combination is won during AT, the AT addition lottery is executed. The AT lottery process may be executed after the internal lottery is performed in the internal lottery process, for example, as long as it is executed at a predetermined timing in the progress of one game.

In the AT lottery process, it is determined whether or not to control the AT, and when it is determined to be controlled by the AT, the number of AT games is determined from the number of multiple types of games (50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300). .. The number of AT games is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM of the main control unit 41. In addition, the main control unit 41 draws a lottery for the timing to start AT. The main control unit 41 determines, for example, to start AT 0 to 32 games after the AT winning game by drawing a random number.

The reliability determined to be controlled by AT in the AT lottery and the expected value of the number of AT games determined when controlling to AT (average number of games to be acquired), which are advantages for the player, are specific lottery targets. It is determined to be different depending on the type of role. For example, the order is middle cherry lip, strong cherry lip, weak cherry lip, watermelon, and common bell, and the AT lottery is performed so that the common bell is the lowest. In addition, the reliability determined to be controlled by AT in the AT lottery and the expected value of the number of AT games determined when controlling to AT are determined even when the same specific lottery target combination is won. , When the specific lottery target combination is not simultaneously won with BB1 to BB5 (for example, when the strong cherry lip is won), but when it is simultaneously won with BB1 to BB5 (for example, when BB1 + strong cherry lip is won). The AT lottery is held so that the price is higher.

In addition, the sub-control unit 91 executes a notification effect of notifying the corresponding index symbol when any of the lottery target combinations is won and when any of the winning combinations is won. For example, as shown in FIG. 11, the index symbols of the lower right bell, the middle bell, and the upper bell are bells. As for watermelon, although it is not a symbol that is aligned with the invalid line LM4 or a symbol that may be aligned, the same "bell" as the index symbol of the bell is defined as a specific winning symbol. The specific winning symbol is a combination of winning symbols of the lower right watermelon included in the watermelon, which corresponds to the right reel 2R, and is a symbol that can be stopped on the winning line LN when winning the lower right watermelon. .. When the watermelon is won, it is possible to perform an effect using an index symbol and an effect using a specific winning symbol. In the notification effect, the character image of the index symbol and the symbol corresponding to the specific winning symbol is displayed. In addition, when the cherry lip is won, a notification effect indicating that the cherry has been won is executed. For example, when the cherry lip is won (when any of the strong cherry lip, the weak cherry lip, and the middle cherry lip is won), the character image corresponding to the cherry pattern is displayed.

When the main control unit 41 is controlled by the AT, the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification by winning the push order combination, and also gives the sub control unit 91 a first internal winning command and a second internal. By transmitting the winning command and the push order command, the navigation effect by the sub control unit 91 is executed. Further, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 can execute the navigation notification and execute the navigation effect by satisfying certain conditions even in the normal state where the AT is not set.

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Next, the control contents of the internal winning command setting process performed by the main control unit 41 will be described with reference to FIGS. 18 to 23. In the present embodiment, a winning number is assigned in advance for each type of lottery target combination, and a lottery target combination that may be carried over, that is, a special combination winning number table in which a winning number for each type of special combination is set. A lottery target combination that is not carried over, that is, a general combination winning number table in which a winning number for each type of general combination is set is stored in a predetermined area of ROM 41b.

As shown in FIG. 18, in the special winning combination number table, when none of the special winning combination is won, that is, the winning number of the outlier is "0", and the winning numbers of BB1 to 5 are "1" to "5". Is assigned. Further, as shown in FIG. 19, in the general winning combination winning number table, "0" is used as the winning number when none of the general winning combination is won, that is, when the winning number is out of the game, and "1" is used as the winning number of the replaying combination. ~ "25" is assigned, and "30" to "60" are assigned as winning numbers for small wins. As described above, in the special winning combination winning number table and the general winning combination winning number table, the lottery target combination of the internal lottery and the winning number are set correspondingly.

In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 executes the internal lottery process when the start operation is performed, and when any of the special combination and the general combination is won in the internal lottery, , The winning number corresponding to the lottery target combination for which the winning is determined is set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c, and if none of the winning combinations are won, the winning number corresponding to the loss is set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c. The winning number indicating the winning of the general role is cleared after each game, while the winning number indicating the winning of the special role is maintained until the winning special role is won, and the winning special role wins. It will be cleared.

After setting the winning number, the main control unit 41 executes the internal winning command setting process, and the first internal winning command and the second internal winning are based on the internal winning number set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c. The command is set in the command queue, and the first internal winning command and the second internal winning command are transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 by the subsequent timer interrupt processing (main).

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 20, in the internal winning command setting process, first, in the internal lottery process, the winning number of the special combination set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is acquired (Sf1), and the acquired winning number is obtained. , The transmission winning number to be transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sf2), and the first internal winning command is stored in the command queue based on the transmission winning number. The command transmitted by the main control unit 41 is composed of two bytes, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command content). When storing the first internal winning command in the command queue, 41 stores a MODE indicating that the first internal winning command is the first internal winning command in the first byte, and wins a special role in the EXT of the second byte. Store the number.

In the step of Sf3, after storing the first internal winning command, the winning number of the general winning combination set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is acquired in the internal lottery process (Sf4), and the acquired winning number is less than 2. Winning obtained by sequentially determining whether or not there is (Sf5), whether or not it is less than 17 (Sf6), whether or not it is less than 31 (Sf7), and whether or not it is less than 58 (Sf8). It is determined which of the plurality of predetermined ranges the number is in.

Then, when it is determined in the step of Sf5 that the winning number is less than 2, that is, when the winning number is 0 or 1, the acquired winning number is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 for transmission winning. The number is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sf12). Further, when it is determined that the winning number is not less than 2 in the step of Sf5 and it is determined that the winning number is less than 17 in the step of Sf6, that is, when the winning number is any of 2 to 16, the winning number for transmission is used. 2 is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sf11). Further, when it is determined that the winning number is not less than 17 in the step of Sf6 and it is determined that the winning number is less than 31 in the step of Sf7, that is, when the winning number is any of 17 to 30, the winning number is assigned. The transmission winning number is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sf12). Further, when it is determined that the winning number is not less than 31 in the step of Sf7 and less than 58 in the step of Sf8, that is, when the winning number is any of 31 to 57, it is used as the winning number for transmission. 31 is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sf9). If it is determined in the step of Sf8 that the winning number is not less than 58, that is, if the winning number is 58 to 60, the winning number is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c as the transmitting winning number (Sf12). ..

Then, after setting the transmission winning number of the general combination in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c in the steps of Sf9, Sf11, and Sf12, the second internal winning command is stored in the command queue based on the transmission winning number (Sf10). ). When the main control unit 41 stores the second internal winning command in the command queue, the main control unit 41 stores a MODE indicating that the second internal winning command is the second internal winning command in the first byte, and serves as a general role in the EXT of the second byte. Stores the winning number for transmission. After storing the second internal winning command in the command queue in the step of Sf10, the internal winning command setting process is terminated and the process returns to the main process (main).

As described above, in the internal winning command setting process of the present embodiment, the winning number of the special combination set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c in the internal lottery process is set as the transmitting winning number, and the first winning number including the transmitting winning number is set. Set the internal winning command of to the command queue.

Further, in the internal winning command setting process of the present embodiment, the winning number of the general winning combination set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c in the internal lottery process is set in the first predetermined range (0 to 1, 17 to 25, 30, 58 to 60). , Corresponds to a combination different from the push order bell and push order lip), set the winning number as the transmission winning number, and command the second internal winning command including the transmission winning number. Set to queue. As a result, in the second internal winning command, which is transmitted when the winning number within the first predetermined range is set in the internal winning, the internal lottery is based on the transmission winning number included in the command. It is possible to identify the winning number by.

On the other hand, when the winning number is within the second predetermined range (2 to 16, corresponding to the push order lip), one winning number (2) included in the second predetermined range is set as the transmission winning number. Then, a second internal winning command including the transmission winning number is set in the command queue. As a result, in the second internal winning command, which is transmitted when the winning number within the second predetermined range is set in the internal winning, the winning is based on the transmission winning number included in the command. While it is not possible to specify which of the numbers in the second predetermined range the number is, it is possible to specify that the winning number is within the second predetermined range.

If the winning number is within the third predetermined range (31 to 57, corresponding to the push order bell), one winning number (31) included in the third predetermined range is set as the transmission winning number. Then, a second internal winning command including the transmission winning number is set in the command queue. As a result, in the second internal winning command, which is transmitted when the winning number within the third predetermined range is set in the internal winning, the winning is based on the transmission winning number included in the command. While it is not possible to specify which of the numbers is in the third predetermined range, it is possible to specify that the winning number is within the third predetermined range.

The first internal winning command and the second internal winning command set in the internal winning command setting process of the present embodiment are subsequently executed by the timer interrupt processing (main) to the sub-control unit 91. Will be transmitted sequentially.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment is configured to transmit a command composed of 2 bytes to the sub control unit 91, but the command form shown in this embodiment is an example and other data. The form may be used. Further, in the present embodiment, the command is composed of a 2-byte signal, but these commands may be composed of a 1-byte signal or a 3-byte or more signal.

Further, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment has a configuration in which a first internal winning command and a second internal winning command composed of 2 bytes are transmitted to the sub control unit 91, and 2 of each command. Although the configuration includes the winning number for transmission in the byte, the form of the command shown in this embodiment is an example, and other data forms may be used. For example, the first internal winning command and the second internal Each winning command is composed of a 3-byte signal, and the 3rd byte includes the special winning transmission winning number or the general winning transmission winning number, the first internal winning command, and the second internal winning command. It may be composed of one signal consisting of 3 bytes, the 2nd byte may include the winning number for transmission of the special combination, and the 3rd byte may include the winning number for transmission of the general combination.

Further, in the present embodiment, the winning numbers of the special winning combination and the general winning combination are assigned separately, that is, the winning numbers of the special winning combination corresponding to the types and deviations of the special winning combination (BB1 to 5) in the special winning combination winning number table are assigned. It is configured to set and set the winning number of the general winning combination according to the type of the general winning combination and the loss in the general winning combination winning number table, and the main control unit 41 sets the winning number of the special winning combination and the general winning combination according to the result of the internal lottery. The winning number of the winning combination is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c, but the winning number is assigned without dividing the special winning combination and the general winning combination, for example, "BB1", "small winning combination", and "BB1 + winning at the same time". A winning number may be assigned to each of the "small wins" as one lottery target win. In such a configuration, the main control unit 41 sets one winning number in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c according to the result of the internal lottery, so that the special winning combination and the small winning combination are won based only on the one winning number. It is possible to determine whether or not the reels are being used, and perform predetermined control (setting of internal winning flag, navigation notification, command creation, stop control of reels 2L, 2C, 2R, etc.).

Next, the control content of the push order command transmission process performed by the main control unit 41 will be described with reference to FIGS. 19, 21, and 22. In the present embodiment, a navigation number (0 to 9) capable of identifying the reel stop order by the navigation notification and a navigation number (10 to 14) capable of identifying a predetermined symbol suggested by the navigation notification are assigned in advance and a lottery is performed. Of the target combinations, the push order combination is assigned a navigation number in advance for each type, and a navigation number table in which the navigation number for each type of the lottery target combination is set is stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 41b.

In the example of FIG. 21, for example, 0 is associated with the standard push order (in this embodiment, the stop order in which the left reel 2L is the first stop) as the navigation number. Further, 1 is associated with the left middle right as the navigation number (see also the navigation numbers in FIGS. 18 and 19). In the present embodiment, the stop order in which the left reel 2L is the first stop is applied as the standard push order specified by the navigation number 0, but the standard push order is disadvantageously advantageous for the player. Any other stop order may be used as long as it is a standard push order.

In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 wins a general combination set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c when the start operation is performed and when the stop operations of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are performed. The push order command setting process for setting the push order command according to the number in the command queue is executed, and the push order command is transmitted to the sub control unit 91 by the subsequent timer interrupt process (main).

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 22, in the push order command setting process, first, in the internal lottery process, the winning numbers of the special combination and the general combination set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c are acquired (Sg1), and then the RAM 41c With reference to a predetermined flag indicating whether or not the navigation notification is being performed, which is set in the predetermined area of the above, the state in which the navigation notification is performed (when the navigation notification is performed during AT or non-AT, it will be described later. It is determined whether or not the condition is from the time when the conditions for implementing the special role navigation notification to the time when the special role is awarded) (Sg2). If it is determined in the step of Sg2 that the navigation notification is not performed, whether or not the winning combination to stop at the winning line LN is determined based on the stop status of the reels 2L, 2C and 2R and the result of the internal lottery. (Sg5), and if the winning combination to stop at the winning line LN is not determined, the standard navigation number (0 in this embodiment) is set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c as the transmission navigation number (Sg6).

On the other hand, when it is determined in the step of Sg2 that the navigation notification is performed, and when it is determined in the step of Sg5 that the winning combination to stop at the winning line LN is confirmed, it is stored in the predetermined area of the ROM 41b. With reference to the navigation number table (see FIGS. 18 and 19), the navigation numbers corresponding to the winning numbers of the special combination and the general combination acquired in the step of Sg1 are set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c as the transmission navigation numbers.

At this time, if it is specified that the push order rip is won based on the internal winning number, an advantageous replay that promotes the RT state according to the type of the winning combination (rip 4, rip 4 shown in FIG. 14). 5. A navigation number indicating the stop order in which the combination of the rip 1) for maintaining RT2 is stopped at the winning line LN is set as the transmission navigation number. If it is specified that the push order bell has been won based on the internal winning number, the combination of bell 1 or bell 2 is stopped at the winning line LN according to the type of winning combination. Set the navigation number indicating the above as the transmission navigation number.

In addition, one of the special roles (BB1 to BB5) is won based on the internal winning number, and the implementation condition of the special role navigation notification (in this embodiment, after the special role is won, a predetermined number of games (for example, for example) If it is specified that (5 games) have passed) and none of the small wins have been won (missing), the relevant special role will be selected according to the type of special win. A navigation number (10 to 14) suggesting a symbol constituting a special role is set as a transmission navigation number.

After setting the transmission navigation number in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c in the step of Sg3 or the step of Sg6, the push order command is stored in the command queue based on the transmission navigation number (Sg4). When the push order command is stored in the command queue, the main control unit 41 stores a MODE indicating that the push order command is in the first byte, and stores a transmission navigation number in the EXT in the second byte. After the push order command is stored in the command queue in the step of Sg4, the push order command setting process is ended and the process returns to the main process (main).

As described above, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment executes the push order command setting process when the start operation is performed, which is advantageous for the player when the navigation notification is being executed. If a push order command that can specify the stop order is set in the command queue and the navigation notification is not being executed, the stop order that is advantageous to the player cannot be specified, and the standard is disadvantageous or advantageous to the player. Set a push order command that can specify a specific push order in the command queue.

Further, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment executes the push order command setting process every time the stop operation is performed, so that the main control unit 41 stops at the winning line LN even when the navigation notification is not being executed. If is confirmed, a push order command that can specify a stop order that is advantageous to the player is set in the command queue.

Further, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment is executed by the push order command setting process, so that, for example, the game state is RT1 and the navigation notification is not performed, and the preparation lip 1 (corresponding procedure is When (left, middle, right) is won and none of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, the advantageous replay can be stopped, but it is uncertain which combination will be stopped, so it is standard. The navigation number (“0”) is set as the transmission navigation number, and the push order command including the transmission navigation number is set. Further, when the left reel 2L is stopped as the first stop, the advantageous replay can still be stopped, and it has not been determined which combination will be stopped, so the standard navigation number (“0”) is used as the transmission navigation number. Push order commands including are set. Then, when the left reel 2L is stopped as the first stop and then the middle reel 2C is stopped as the second stop, only the advantageous replay can be stopped by the subsequent stop of the right reel 2R, and the winning combination is confirmed. Therefore, even when the navigation notification is not performed, a navigation number capable of specifying an advantageous stop order for the player (stop order for winning the advantageous replay) is set as the transmission navigation number. Further, when a reel other than the left reel 2L is stopped in the first stop, the left reel 2L is stopped as the first stop, and then a reel other than the middle reel 2C is stopped as the second stop. Regardless of the order, replays other than the advantageous replay can be stopped, and the winning combination to be stopped is determined. Therefore, even if the navigation notification is not performed, the navigation number that can specify the advantageous stop order for the player Is set as the navigation number for transmission.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 determines the stop order that is advantageous to the player when the push order combination is won in the state where the AT is not controlled, for the player. A push order command including a navigation number capable of specifying an advantageous stop order is set and transmitted to the sub control unit 91. The timing at which the advantageous stop order is determined is the timing at which the first stop operation is performed in the three-choice combination (push order bell, maintenance lip, rush lip), and in the six-choice combination (preparation lip). This is the timing at which the first stop operation is performed and it is determined that the winning combination for the player is not stopped, or the timing at which the second stop operation is performed.

In addition, in the game after the special role has been won and the conditions for implementing the prescribed navigation notification have been met, the internal lottery result shows that none of the small roles have been won. In that case, a push order command including a navigation number ("10" to "14") suggesting a symbol constituting one special role that has been won is set.

The push order commands set in the push order command setting process of the present embodiment are subsequently sequentially transmitted to the sub control unit 91 by executing the timer interrupt process (main).

Then, when the sub control unit 91 is specified to perform navigation notification on the main control unit 41 side based on the push order command, the above-mentioned first internal winning command, and the second internal winning command. In addition, a navigation effect is performed. When the sub-control unit 91 performs the navigation effect, the winning of the push order combination is specified based on the second internal winning command, and the navigation number is other than "0" based on the push order command. That is, when it is specified that the push order advantageous to the player is other than the standard push order, the liquid crystal display 51 displays a stop order image showing the stop order according to the navigation number specified based on the push order command. To display. Further, in the navigation effect, the liquid crystal display 51 is displayed with an image suggesting a winning combination based on the second internal winning command. At this time, for example, when the push order bell is won as the push order role, the push order replay is won by displaying the image of "bell" to suggest the possibility of winning the push order bell. If so, the type of push order lip that may win a prize is specified based on the game state on the main control unit 41 side specified based on the game state command or the like, and is included in the specified push order lip. It is possible to suggest the possibility of winning a role that is advantageous to the player by performing an effect according to the role to be played (for example, in the maintenance lip, lip 1).

Further, as an effect according to the combination included in the push order rip in the navigation effect, for example, even if the push order rip is won in the internal lottery, in the internal winning command setting process on the main control unit 41 side, the second internal As the winning command for transmission of the winning command, "2" indicating the winning of any of the push order rips is uniformly set, but the sub-control unit 91 wins for transmission based on the second internal winning command. By specifying that the number is "2" and that the game state is RT1 based on the game state command, etc., it is specified that the push order lip is won, and based on the push order command. An image showing the stop order according to the navigation number specified by the user, and an image suggesting that the advantageous replay may win a prize by the operation according to the stop order (in the present embodiment, an image showing a combination of symbols constituting the advantageous replay). ) Is displayed, and it is possible to perform an effect according to the role that is advantageous to the player among the roles included in the push order lip.

Further, when it is specified that the special role has been won based on the first internal winning command as an effect suggesting the winning of the special role in the navigation effect, the sub-control unit 91 then performs the above-mentioned special role. When the predetermined number of games (5 games in this embodiment) for which the conditions for implementing the navigation notification are satisfied have passed, a definite notification (special role on the liquid crystal display 51) is notified that the special role has been won in the internal lottery. Displays a message, an image, etc. indicating that the player has won). Then, after the definite notification is performed, that is, after the execution condition of the special role navigation notification is satisfied, the navigation number specified based on the push order command suggests a predetermined symbol of the special role. In addition, by performing a stop operation at the timing when a predetermined symbol can be stopped at the winning line LN according to the navigation number, a special role winning promotion effect (for example, specified based on the navigation number) for promoting the winning of a special role is performed. The liquid crystal display 51 for displaying an image of a predetermined pattern is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, etc.). In this way, the sub-control unit 91 plays a predetermined number of games after the special combination is won based on the first internal winning command, and the execution condition of the special combination navigation notification is established on the main control unit 41 side. Since the final control notification is performed when it is determined that the special role has been performed, the main control unit 41 includes a navigation number suggesting a symbol capable of winning the special role after the execution condition of the special role navigation notification is satisfied. By transmitting the push order command, the sub-control unit 91 can be made to perform the special role winning promotion effect based on the navigation number after the confirmation notification is performed.

Next, the control content of the winning determination command setting process performed by the main control unit 41 will be described with reference to FIG. 23. Further, in the present embodiment, a winning number is assigned in advance for each type of winning combination shown in FIGS. 8 to 11 (not particularly shown), and a winning number is set for each type of winning combination. The table is stored in a predetermined area of ROM 41b.

When all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped after the start operation is performed, the main control unit 41 has won a prize according to the combination of the symbols stopped on each reel 2L, 2C, and 2R. The winning judgment process for determining whether or not to perform is executed. In the winning determination process, for each reel 2L, 2C, and 2R, it is determined whether or not the combination of the symbols constituting the winning combination is stopped on the winning line LN, and the combination of the symbols constituting the winning combination is stopped. When it is determined that, the winning number corresponding to the combination of the symbols constituting the stopped winning combination is set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c with reference to the winning number table, while the combination of the symbols constituting the winning combination. If it is determined that is not stopped, "0" indicating the loss is set as the winning number in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c, and the winning determination process is completed.

Then, after executing the winning determination processing, the main control unit 41 executes the winning determination command setting process for setting the winning determination command capable of specifying the winning number in the command queue.

As shown in FIG. 23, in the winning determination command setting process, the winning number set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is acquired based on the winning determination result in the winning determination process (Sh1), and the winning determination command is obtained based on the winning number. Is stored in the command queue (Sh2), and the winning judgment command setting process is completed. When the winning determination command is stored in the command queue, the main control unit 41 stores a MODE indicating that the winning determination command is in the first byte, and stores the winning number in the EXT of the second byte.

The winning determination command set in the winning determination command setting process is subsequently transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 by executing the timer interrupt processing (main).

In this way, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment executes the winning determination command setting process when all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, and sets the winning determination command including the winning number. The winning determination command is transmitted to the sub control unit 91.

Further, in the winning judgment command setting process of the present embodiment, the winning judgment command including the winning number set in the RAM 41c in the winning judgment processing as it is is set in the command queue, so that it can be used as a special command or the like that can specify the winning number. The processing load can be reduced without performing the conversion process.

Further, in the present embodiment, since the winning number is assigned to each type of winning combination and stored in the predetermined area of the ROM 41b, the sub-control unit 91 that has received the winning determination command including the winning number is based on the winning number. It is possible to specify the combination of symbols stopped on each reel 2L, 2C, and 2R and execute the effect.

A conventional slot machine has a configuration including a game control unit that controls a game and an effect control unit that controls an effect, and the game control unit determines an internal lottery result when a predetermined push order combination is won. In response to this, it is determined whether or not to control the AT that executes the navigation notification that notifies the operation procedure of the stop switch that is advantageous to the player, and when controlling to the AT, the navigation notification is executed and the internal lottery result is obtained. Is transmitted to the effect control unit regardless of whether or not the AT controls the internal winning command, and the effect control unit identifies the internal lottery result based on the internal winning command and controls the game. When the unit is controlled by the AT, the navigation effect for notifying the operation procedure advantageous to the player is executed based on the specified internal lottery result.

In such a configuration, the effect control unit can specify an operation procedure that is advantageous to the player based on the internal winning command regardless of whether or not it is controlled by the AT, so that the effect control unit is illegal. By doing so, although the game control unit has not decided to control the AT, the internal winning command identifies an operation procedure that is advantageous for the player according to the internal lottery result, and the operation procedure is There is a possibility that it will be notified by the production control unit.

On the other hand, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment serves as an internal winning command capable of specifying the internal lottery result, and the first internal winning command and the general winning command capable of specifying the winning status of the special combination as the internal lottery result. A second internal winning command that can specify the winning status is set in the internal winning command setting process, and the set command can be transmitted to the sub control unit 91. In the internal winning command setting process, the AT is controlled. Regardless of whether or not it is done, when the internal lottery result becomes the push order, it is possible to specify that the push order has been won, but it is general so that it is not possible to specify the stop order that is advantageous for the player. Since the second internal winning command related to the combination is set, it is advantageous for the player according to the internal lottery result from the second internal winning command regardless of whether or not the main control unit 41 controls the AT. Since the common second internal winning command is transmitted regardless of whether or not it is controlled by the AT without specifying the stop order, the process related to the transmission of the second internal winning command can be simplified. Even if the sub-control unit 91 side is cheated, it is possible to prevent the stop order that is advantageous for the player from being notified by the navigation effect without being controlled by the AT.

In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 is configured to notify the stop order of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, which is advantageous for the player, by the navigation notification according to the push order winning combination by the internal winning. The control unit 41 operates by navigation notification at one of a plurality of different operation timings, an operation mode of operating in any one of a plurality of operation orders, and an operation mode based on a combination thereof. In such a configuration, the main control unit 41 specifies that the push order combination has been won regardless of whether or not the main control unit 41 controls the AT. However, by setting the second internal winning command so that the operation mode advantageous to the player cannot be specified, the sub-control unit 91 side responds to the internal lottery result from the second internal winning command. An operation mode that is advantageous to the player is not specified.

Further, in the present embodiment, the push order replay and the push order bell are included as the push order role in which the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification, and the main control unit 41 has the internal lottery result in the internal winning command setting process. A second internal winning command is set for the sub-control unit 91 so that it can be specified whether the push order combination is a push order replay or a push order bell when is a push order combination. Since the transmission is performed, when the internal lottery result becomes the push order combination, the sub control unit 91 can specify whether the push order combination is the push order replay or the push order bell, and the sub control unit 91 pushes. It is also possible to perform different effects depending on the type of command.

Further, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment is controlled by the AT, and when the internal lottery result becomes the push order in the state where the navigation notification is executed, the stop order advantageous to the player is specified. Since the push order command setting process for setting the push order command that can be performed is executed and the set push order command is transmitted to the sub control unit 91, the player can use the sub control unit 91 side in the state where the navigation notification is executed. It is possible to perform a navigation effect that notifies an advantageous stop order.

Further, in the present embodiment, the push order replay and the push order bell are included as the push order role in which the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification, and the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification in the push order command setting process. When the internal lottery result is a push order replay and when the push order bell is reached, that is, when the navigation notification is executed, the push order winning combination won in the internal lottery is different. However, when the stop order that is advantageous to the player is common, the push order command including the common navigation number that can specify the stop order that is advantageous to the player is set, so that the types of push order commands can be reduced. it can.

Further, in the push order command setting process, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment specifies a stop order that is advantageous for the player when the internal lottery result becomes the push order in the state where the navigation notification is executed. While setting a push order command including a possible navigation number, in a state other than the state in which the navigation notification is executed, when the internal lottery result becomes the push order, it is not possible to specify the stop order that is advantageous for the player. Since the push order command including the navigation number that can specify the standard push order (first stop on the left) is set, the internal lottery result becomes the push order regardless of whether or not the navigation notification is executed. Sometimes, the process of setting the push order command including the navigation number can be shared.

Further, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment has a configuration in which the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped stepwise each time the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are operated, which is advantageous for the player. The order is determined before the operation of all the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, that is, the operation of the third stop is completed. When the 3-choice push order bell is won, the first stop operation is performed to determine whether or not the advantageous lip is won, and when the 6-choice push order lip is won, the second stop operation is performed. By doing so, it is decided whether or not the advantageous replay can be won. In the push order command setting process, the main control unit 41 decides a stop order that is advantageous to the player when the internal lottery result becomes the push order in a state other than the state in which the navigation notification is executed, that is, After the first stop and second stop operations are performed, a push order command including a navigation number that can specify a stop order that is advantageous for the player according to the internal winning result is set and transmitted, so that sub-control Even if the unit 91 is fraudulent, the sub-control unit 91 side stops in an advantageous manner for the player while preventing the stop order that is advantageous for the player from being specified, and when the internal lottery result becomes the push order. It is possible to perform an effect according to whether or not the operations are performed in order.

In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 stops the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R when the push order combination is won in a state other than the state in which the navigation notification is executed in the push order command setting process. Is performed and it is determined that the winning combination to be stopped is determined, a push order command including a navigation number capable of specifying a stop order advantageous to the player is set, and the push order command is sent to the sub control unit 91. However, the command that can specify the stop order that is advantageous to the player after the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped and the winning combination is determined is different from the push order command. It may also be a command, for example, by sending another command including the winning number of the winning push order in the internal lottery, the stop order advantageous to the player based on the type of the winning push order The configuration may be such that it can be specified, or it may be configured to provide a separate command including a navigation number that can specify the stop order that is advantageous for the player. In such a configuration, the main control unit 41 executes the push order command setting process only when the internal lottery is performed, and then when the winning combination to be stopped is determined, the stop order is advantageous to the player. By configuring the process to set a command that can specify the above, it is possible to reduce the load related to the transmission of the push order command by the main control unit 41.

Further, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 executes the push order command setting process when the internal lottery is performed and when the stop operations of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are performed. After the combination to be stopped is determined, each time the push order command setting process is performed, a push order command capable of specifying a stop order advantageous to the player is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. The push order command that can specify the stop order that is advantageous to the player after the winning combination is determined may be a configuration that is transmitted at least once when the stopping combination is determined, and the stopping combination is determined and the game is played. After the push order command that can specify the stop order that is advantageous to the person is transmitted, the push order command setting process may not be executed. With such a configuration, it is possible to reduce the load related to the transmission of the push order command by the main control unit 41.

Further, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 performs push order command setting processing when an internal lottery is performed and when each reel 2L, 2C, 2R is stopped in a state of performing navigation notification. However, in the case where the navigation notification is performed, the push order command setting process may be executed only when the internal lottery is performed. With such a configuration, it is possible to reduce the load related to the transmission of the push order command by the main control unit 41 when the navigation notification is performed.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment performs an internal lottery when the start operation is performed, sets a different winning number for each internal lottery result in the RAM 41c according to the internal lottery result, and sets the winning number. The internal winning flag is set, navigation notification, command creation, stop control of reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are performed according to the above, and the winning status of the special role is displayed as an internal winning command that can specify the internal lottery result. A first internal winning command that can be specified and a second internal winning command that can specify the winning status of a general combination are set in the internal winning command setting process, and the set command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. It is a configuration, and the winning number when the push order is won as the internal winning result is assigned a continuous numerical value consisting of a predetermined numerical range, and in the internal winning command setting process, it is controlled by AT and the navigation notification When the winning number set in the RAM 41c is within the predetermined numerical range in a state other than the state in which is executed, it can be specified that the push order has been used, but the stop order that is advantageous to the player cannot be specified. Since the second internal winning command is set and the set second internal winning command is transmitted to the sub control unit 91, the second internal winning command is controlled regardless of whether or not the main control unit 41 controls the AT. Since the stop order that is advantageous for the player according to the internal lottery result is not specified from the internal winning command of 2, the player is not controlled by the AT even if the sub control unit 91 side is cheated. It is possible to prevent the advantageous stop order from being notified by the navigation effect.

Further, as the winning number set when the internal lottery result becomes the push order, a continuous numerical value consisting of a predetermined numerical range is assigned, and the main control unit 41 uses the internal lottery result as the push order. Since it can be determined whether or not the winning number used when performing the predetermined control is within the predetermined numerical range assigned to the push order combination, a second internal winning command is transmitted. The processing when doing so can be simplified.

Further, in the present embodiment, the push order role in which the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification includes the push order replay and the push order bell, and is used as the winning number when the internal lottery result is the push order replay. , A continuous numerical value in the second predetermined range is assigned, and a continuous numerical value in the third predetermined range is assigned as a winning number when the internal lottery result becomes a push order bell. Therefore, the main control unit 41 Is whether the internal lottery result is a push order replay, depending on whether the winning number is in the second predetermined range or the third predetermined range when the internal lottery result becomes the push order combination. Since it is possible to determine whether or not the push order bell is used, it is possible to simplify the process of setting the second internal winning command in the internal winning command setting process.

Further, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment can control a plurality of RT states, and in each game state, the type of push order replay as the push order combination determined in the internal lottery is different (this). In the embodiment, for example, in RT1, the preparatory rip is the lottery target role, while the maintenance rip and the rush rip are not the lottery target roles, and in RT2, the maintenance rip and the rush rip are the lottery target roles, while the preparation. The winning number when the internal lottery result is the push order replay in RT1 and the winning number when the internal lottery result is the push order replay in RT2 are both the first. Since it is assigned to the predetermined range (2 to 16) of 2, in the internal winning command setting process, the process for determining whether or not the internal lottery result is a push order replay is common to both RT1 and RT2. it can.

Further, in the internal winning command setting process, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment responds to the internal lottery result when the internal lottery result is a combination other than the push order combination or out of order in a state where the AT is not controlled. When a second internal winning command including the winning number is set and the internal lottery result is a push order replay which is a push order combination, one winning number (book) included in the second predetermined range (2 to 16). In the embodiment, when 2) is included and the internal lottery result is a push order bell which is a push order combination, one winning number included in the third predetermined range (31 to 57) (31 in the present embodiment). By setting a second internal winning command including, the internal lottery result is an internal lottery regardless of whether the result is a push order combination, a combination other than the push order combination, or a loss in the state where the AT is not controlled. Since the second internal winning command including the winning number corresponding to the result is transmitted, the process of creating and transmitting the second internal winning command is standardized regardless of whether the internal lottery result is a push order. can do.

In the internal winning command setting process, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment changes the pushing order when the internal lottery result becomes the pushing order regardless of whether or not it is controlled by the AT. Although it is possible to specify that the player has won, a second internal winning command related to the general role is set so that the stop order that is advantageous to the player cannot be specified, but when the state is not controlled by the AT. , When the result of the internal lottery becomes the push order, it can be specified that the push order has been won, but the second internal win for the general role can be specified so that the stop order that is advantageous for the player cannot be specified. While setting the command, when it is controlled by AT, when the internal lottery result becomes the push order combination, by setting the winning number according to the type of the winning push order combination, AT In the state of being controlled by, a second internal winning command capable of specifying the type of winning push order may be transmitted to the sub control unit 91. In such a configuration, in the state controlled by the AT, the stop order advantageous to the player can be specified from the winning number included in the second internal winning command according to the type of push order, so that the sub On the control unit 91 side, the stop order that is advantageous for the player can be notified by the navigation effect. Further, in such a configuration, in the state controlled by the AT, the winning number of the lottery target winning combination in the internal lottery can be specified from the winning number included in the second internal winning command, so that the lottery target winning combination internally won. It is possible to perform an effect according to the type of winning combination included in, for example, an effect suggesting that the replay 1 included in the maintenance lip 1 may win a prize when the maintenance lip 1 is won.

Further, in such a configuration, the main control unit 41 may be configured not to execute the push order command setting process and not to transmit the push order command, and is controlled by the AT by such a configuration. In the state, from the winning number included in the second internal winning command, the stop order advantageous to the player can be specified according to the type of push order combination, and the stop order advantageous to the player can be specified on the sub control unit 91 side. It can be notified by the navigation effect, and the load related to the transmission of the push order command by the main control unit 41 can be reduced.

The winning number of the push order replay and the winning number of the push order bell need only be set in a continuous numerical range, and the second predetermined range and the push order in which the winning number of the push order replay is set are set. The configuration may be continuous with a third predetermined range in which the winning number of the bell is set. Even with such a configuration, as in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the internal lottery result is a push order combination, and the winning number used when performing predetermined control is the push order combination. Since it can be determined whether or not it is within the predetermined numerical range assigned to the user, the process of transmitting the second internal winning command can be simplified.

Further, in the present embodiment, 1 to 60 are assigned as the winning numbers of the general winning combination, and the winning numbers of the pushing order replay which is the pushing order winning combination are continuously set in the first and second predetermined ranges, and the first The winning numbers of the push order bells, which are push order combinations, are continuously set in the predetermined range of 3, and the winning numbers of the non-push order combinations are distributed to the numerical ranges before and after the second predetermined range and the third predetermined range. However, it may be configured in which all the winning numbers of the non-pushing order combinations are continuously set in the fourth predetermined range. With such a configuration, whether or not the internal lottery result is a push order combination is within a predetermined numerical range assigned to the push order combination by the winning number used when performing the predetermined control. Since it can be determined by whether or not, it is possible to simplify the process when transmitting the second internal winning command, and it is also determined whether or not the winning number assigned to the non-pushing order is within a predetermined numerical range. The process to be performed can be simplified.

Further, in the present embodiment, in the internal winning command setting process, the main control unit 41 has the same type of push order combination group (in this embodiment, the push order replay group and the push order bell) regardless of the game state. The same transmission winning number (in this embodiment, "2" for the push order replay group and "31" for the push order bell group) is uniformly set for each group), and the transmission is performed. The configuration is such that a second internal winning command including a credit winning number is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91, but in the internal winning command setting process, at least a group of push orderers in which the same transmission winning number is set is , Regardless of whether it is controlled by AT or not, when the internal lottery result becomes the push order combination, it can be specified that the push order combination has been won, but it is possible to specify the stop order that is advantageous for the player. It is only necessary to prevent this, and the groups of the same type of push order that are to be drawn in one game state are divided into multiple groups so that each group includes one advantageous role for the player. Therefore, a different transmission winning number may be set for each divided group. As a result, it is possible for the sub-control unit 91 side to specify whether the push order combination belonging to any of the plurality of groups has been won, and to execute the effect according to the specified group.

[About reel rotation control]
Next, the rotation control of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R performed by the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 24 to 27. Each reel 2L, 2C, 2R of this embodiment is rotated by reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R provided corresponding to each. The reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R are composed of a hybrid stepping motor that makes one revolution in a cycle of 336 steps (0 to 335), and are based on a phase signal output from the motor drive circuit 45 based on control by the main control unit 41. , Each exciting phase in the stepping motor (in this embodiment, four phases of φ1 to φ4) is rotated by being switched between exciting and non-exciting in a predetermined order.

The main control unit 41 rotates each reel motor 32L, 32C, 32R, setting 0 as the number of steps when the reel reference position is detected by the reel sensors 33L, 33C, 33R provided on each reel 2L, 2C, 2R. To control. Further, in the above-mentioned main process, an excitation pattern for rotating the reel in a predetermined mode is set, and in the above-mentioned timer interrupt process (main), it is specified based on the excitation pattern and the number of steps from the reel reference position. A control signal indicating the excitation state of each exciting phase of the stepping motor is output to the motor drive circuit 45, and the motor drive circuit 45 outputs a phase signal indicating the excitation state based on the control signal to the reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R. Is output to. As a result, in each reel motor 32L, 32C, 32R, the exciting state of the exciting phase of the reel motor is switched from the phase signal and controlled to a predetermined rotation mode, and each reel 2L, 2C corresponding to the reel motor 2R is designed to control the rotation.

The excitation pattern of the reel motor set by the main control unit 41 by the main processing includes the game excitation pattern group for controlling the rotation of the reel according to the progress of the game, and the excitation pattern for the game, which is not directly related to the progress of the game. For example, a non-game excitation pattern group for performing an effect using a reel is included, and these excitation patterns are predetermined in a predetermined area of the ROM 41b. Among the excitation patterns of the reel motor, the game excitation pattern group includes a start pattern for starting the rotation of the reel in the stopped state and accelerating to a predetermined constant speed state, and a predetermined constant speed state. The constant speed pattern for continuing to rotate the reel accelerated to the constant speed state and the stop pattern for stopping the reel rotating in the predetermined constant speed state in a predetermined number of steps are included.

In each excitation pattern, the excitation state (excitation, non-excitation) of each excitation phase of the reel motor is determined for each number of steps from the reference position of the reel, and the excitation and non-excitation of the excitation state of the reel motor are stepped. By switching to the excitation state defined in the order of the number, the rotation of the reel can be controlled to a predetermined rotation mode, and the main control unit 41 is a reel motor for each reel 2L, 2C, 2R. After setting the start pattern as the excitation pattern of, by switching the excitation pattern to the constant speed pattern, it is possible to start the rotation of the reel in the stopped state and perform start control to accelerate to the predetermined constant speed rotation. By repeatedly setting the constant speed pattern as the excitation pattern of the reel motor, it is possible to perform constant speed rotation control to maintain the rotation of the reel at the constant speed rotation, and for the reel on which the stop switch is operated, By switching the excitation pattern of the reel motor to a stop pattern at a predetermined timing, it is possible to perform rotation stop control for stopping the reel at a predetermined stop position according to the timing at which the stop switch is operated.

Further, the predetermined area of the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41 is updated according to the number of steps for exciting the reel motor, and is initialized every time the reel reference position is detected, so that each reel 2L, 2C, A step number counter for counting the number of steps after the reel reference position is detected for 2R is provided, and the value of the step number counter for the rotating reel is the predetermined number of steps (at least one reel makes one revolution). The number of steps is set to be larger than the 336 steps required for the purpose, for example, 400 steps) or more, the main control unit 41 determines that a rotation abnormality has occurred in the reel, and the relevant reel It is possible to reset the excitation pattern of the reel motor to the starting pattern, change the exciting state of the reel motor from the beginning of the starting pattern, and restart the rotation of the reel.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 24A, the main control unit 41 sets a start pattern as an excitation pattern for the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R as the game start operation is performed. , The rotation of each reel is started by changing the exciting state of each exciting phase of each reel motor in the stopped state based on the starting pattern. Further, when setting the start pattern as the excitation pattern, the step number counter is initialized to start counting the number of steps. Then, by switching the excitation pattern from the starting pattern to the constant speed pattern, the rotation of the reel is controlled to a predetermined constant speed rotation. After that, when the reel is rotating normally, the reel reference position is detected by making at least one revolution of the reel before the step number counter reaches the above-mentioned predetermined number of steps (for example, 400 steps). It will be. Then, for all the rotating reels, the activation pattern of the reel motor is switched to the constant speed pattern, and the reel reference position is detected, so that the activation condition for enabling the acceptance of the stop operation of the rotating reels Judge that it was established. With the establishment of this activation condition, the main control unit 41 activates the acceptance of the stop operation of the rotating reel, and the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R are operated in this state to correspond to the corresponding reel. The stop operation of the above is effectively accepted, and the stop control for stopping the rotation of the reel is started.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 24B, after the main control unit 41 starts the rotation of each of the reel motors 32L, 32C, 32 in the stopped state, the reel reference position is set for at least one of the reels. When the number of steps counter reaches a predetermined number of steps (for example, 400 steps) without being detected, that is, the number of steps since the start of rotation or the previous detection of the reel reference position is required for the reel to make one revolution. If the number of steps exceeds the number of steps, it is determined that an abnormality has occurred in the rotation state of the reel, restart control is performed, and the excitation pattern of the reel motor is set as the starting pattern again for the reel. The excitation state of the reel motor is changed from the beginning of the starting pattern to restart the rotation. Further, when performing restart control, the step number counter is initialized. After that, when the reel is rotated normally, the reel reference position is detected before the step number counter reaches a predetermined number of steps (for example, 400 steps). Then, for all the rotating reels, the excitation pattern is switched to the constant speed pattern and the reel reference position is detected, so that the condition for validating the acceptance of the reel stop operation is satisfied, and the main control unit 41 Activates the acceptance of the stop operation of the rotating reel when the activation condition is satisfied.

Further, as shown in FIG. 25, in a state where at least one of the reels is controlled to rotate at a constant speed and the acceptance of the stop operation is enabled, for example, a momentary power failure occurs for an extremely short time. The rotation control of the reel is stopped, the reel is caught or slips, the reel does not rotate normally, the reel reference position is not detected, and the step count counter has a predetermined number of steps (for example, 400). Step) is exceeded, that is, when the number of steps since the previous reel reference position was detected exceeds a predetermined number of steps, the main control unit 41 states that an abnormality has occurred in the rotation state of the reel. Judging, the acceptance of the stop operation is invalidated for all reels. Then, for the reel for which the reel reference position is not detected and it is determined that an abnormality has occurred in the rotation state, the step number counter is initialized and restart control is performed, and the reel motor is excited again from the beginning of the starting pattern. By changing the state, the rotation of the reel is restarted. After that, when the reel is rotated normally, the reel reference position is detected before the step number counter reaches a predetermined number of steps after the change of the excitation state of the reel motor is started again by the starting pattern. It will be. Then, for all the rotating reels, the excitation pattern is switched to the constant speed pattern and the reel reference position is detected, so that the condition for validating the acceptance of the reel stop operation is satisfied, and the main control unit 41 activates the acceptance of the stop operation of the rotating reel when the activation condition is satisfied.

Further, as shown in FIG. 26, in a state where at least one of the reels is controlled to rotate at a constant speed and the acceptance of the stop operation is enabled, for example, a momentary power failure occurs for an extremely short time. The rotation control of the reel is stopped, the reel is caught or slips, the reel does not rotate normally, the reel reference position is not detected, and the step count counter has a predetermined number of steps (for example, 400). If the number exceeds step), the main control unit 41 determines that an abnormality has occurred in the rotation state of the reel, invalidates the acceptance of the stop operation for all reels, and the reel reference position is not detected. The step count counter is initialized and restart control is performed. Then, when the reel for which the restart control is performed does not rotate normally and the step number counter exceeds a predetermined number of steps, the step number counter is initialized again and the restart control is repeated. After that, if the reel reference position is not detected before the step count counter reaches the predetermined number of steps even though the restart control is performed up to three times in succession for the reel. All the reels that are rotating are stopped, and error control for controlling the error state is started to disable the progress of the game.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment includes a backup storage area capable of holding the stored contents by being supplied with electric power by the backup power supply, and the power failure occurs based on the output of the power failure detection circuit 48. When it is detected, the control state of the main control unit 41 is stored in the backup storage area, and when the power supply to the slot machine 1 is started, the control state at the time when the power failure is detected is restored. Can be done. Then, when at least one of the reels is controlled to rotate at a constant speed and the reception of the stop operation is enabled for the reel and a power failure is detected, the control state of each reel is set. Data including the rotation state, the excitation pattern of each reel motor, etc. are stored in the backup storage area.

Then, when the main control unit 41 recovers from the power failure by restarting the power supply to the slot machine 1, the power failure is detected based on the control state stored in the backup storage area. For the reels that were in the rotating state at that time, the excitation pattern at the time when power failure is detected is set as the excitation pattern of the reel motor, while for each reel, the enabled state or invalid state of accepting the stop operation is electric. Regardless of the state before the disconnection, it returns as an invalid state. After that, various controls will be performed based on the control state reset at the time of recovery.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 27 (a), the main control unit 41 controls at least one of the reels to rotate at a constant speed, and the electric power is generated in a state where the acceptance of the stop operation is enabled. When a power failure occurs and the power is restored from the power failure, a constant speed pattern is set as the excitation pattern at the time of the power failure, but the device returns in a state in which acceptance of the stop operation is invalid. After that, by starting the rotation control of the reel, the excitation state of the corresponding reel motor is changed based on the constant speed pattern which is the excitation pattern set at the time of return. As a result, when the reel is rotated normally, the reel reference position is detected before the step number counter reaches a predetermined number of steps (for example, 400 steps) for the rotating reel, so that the reel of the reel is rotated normally. The condition for validating the acceptance of the stop operation is satisfied. Then, when the condition for enabling the acceptance of the stop operation is satisfied for all the rotating reels, the acceptance of the stop operation is enabled for all the rotating reels. By operating the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R in this state, the stop operation is effectively accepted and the stop control of the corresponding reel is performed.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 27 (b), the rotation control of the reel was started according to the constant speed pattern set at the time of recovery from the power failure, but the torque of the reel motor was insufficient and the reel did not rotate normally. In that case, the number of steps counter exceeds the predetermined number of steps without detecting the reel reference position for the reel. In such a case, it is determined that an abnormality has occurred in the rotational state of the reel, and for the reel, the step count counter is initialized and restart control is performed to set the excitation pattern of the reel motor to the starting pattern. Is set again to, and the reel rotation is restarted by changing the excitation state of the reel motor from the beginning of the starting pattern. After that, by performing the restart control, the reel is rotated normally, the excitation pattern is switched to the constant speed pattern for all the rotating reels, and the reel reference position is detected, so that the stop operation is performed. When the activation condition of is satisfied, the acceptance of the stop operation of all the rotating reels is enabled. On the other hand, if the reels are not rotated normally and the reels are not rotated normally even though the restart control is performed up to 3 times in succession, all the rotating reels are stopped and an error occurs. Starts error control to control the state and disables the progress of the game.

Further, the main control unit 41 detects the reel reference position for the other reel when the step number counter for any of the reels exceeds a predetermined number of steps while the plurality of reels are rotating. Regardless of whether or not the number of steps counter exceeds a predetermined number of steps, the reels are sequentially restarted from the reels. For example, the reels rotate at different timings for a plurality of reels. Even if an abnormality occurs in the state, the reels for which the abnormality in the rotation state is determined first are restarted in sequence without waiting for the reels for which the abnormality in the rotation state is determined to be restarted.

After starting the rotation of the reels, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment detects the reel reference position and the constant speed rotation for all the rotating reels, and when the condition for enabling the stop operation is satisfied. , While enabling the acceptance of stop operation by the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R for all rotating reels, the reel reference position is detected for at least one reel after the reel rotation is started. If the number of steps since the start of rotation specified based on the number of steps counter or the previous reel reference position is detected exceeds the predetermined number of steps exceeding one lap of the reel without being performed, the reel It is now judged that an abnormality has occurred in the rotation state of.

In such a configuration, if an abnormality occurs in the reel rotation state even once, it is determined that the reel rotation is abnormal, and if the error state is controlled to disable the progress of the game, the reel is temporarily disabled. Even in a situation where the reel can be rotated normally only after the rotation of the reel is delayed, the progress of the game is disabled, which hinders the smooth progress of the game. There is.

On the other hand, in the present embodiment, after the rotation of the reels is started, the reel reference position is detected for all the rotating reels, and the rotation is shifted to the constant speed rotation, and the activation condition of the stop operation is set. In the established situation, when a reel rotation abnormality is determined, restart control is performed to restart the reel by changing the exciting state of the reel motor again according to the starting pattern which is the exciting pattern at the time of reel starting. Every time it is determined that the rotation is abnormal, the progress of the game is not disabled, and the game can proceed smoothly.

In addition, since the acceptance of the stop operation is invalidated during the period from when it is determined that the rotation is abnormal until the condition for enabling the stop operation is satisfied after the restart control is performed, the reel is not rotated normally. It is possible to prevent the stop control of the above from being executed.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the power supply is restarted and the power supply is restored after the power supply is stopped due to the power failure in the state where the activation condition of the stop operation is satisfied, the control state before the power failure is obtained. The control to change the excitation state of the reel motor will be restarted from, but after that, if the normal rotation is specified by detecting the reel reference position, the acceptance of the stop operation will be enabled from that time. Therefore, even if a momentary power failure occurs, if the normal rotation of the rotating reel is maintained, the power supply can be restarted and the game can be advanced immediately.

In addition, when the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped while the condition for enabling the stop operation is satisfied, the torque for rotating the reel is insufficient and the reel is not rotated, resulting in a rotation abnormality. Even if it is determined, the restart control is performed for the reel, and the progress of the game is not immediately disabled, so that the game can proceed smoothly.

Further, in such a case, the reel reference position is detected for all the rotating reels after the reel rotation abnormality is determined and the restart control is performed from the time when the power supply is restarted. In the period until the activation condition is satisfied by shifting to constant speed rotation, the acceptance of stop operation is invalidated, so after the power supply is restarted, the reel is in a situation where it is unknown whether the reel is in normal rotation. It is possible to prevent the stop control of the above from being executed.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the reel reference position is detected and the rotation of the reel shifts to the constant speed rotation, it is determined that the condition for enabling the stop operation is satisfied, and the reel has a constant speed. It is possible to prevent the stop control of the rotating reel from being executed by the stop operation even though the rotation has not been reached.

Further, in the present embodiment, after the restart control for changing the excitation state of the reel motor by the excitation pattern at the time of starting, the restart control is performed when the reel reference position is not detected and the activation condition of the stop operation is not satisfied. Is repeatedly executed, and if the activation condition of the stop operation is not satisfied even if the restart control is performed a predetermined number of times (three times in this embodiment), the error state is controlled and the game is disabled. , If the reel does not rotate normally even by the restart control, that is, if the problem cannot be solved by the restart control, the game can be disabled.

Further, in the present embodiment, when a rotation abnormality is determined in a plurality of reels at different timings while the stop operation activation condition is satisfied, restart control is sequentially performed from the reel in which the rotation abnormality is determined. Even if rotation abnormalities are determined at different timings on a plurality of reels, each reel can be set to normal rotation at the earliest possible stage.

In the present embodiment, when the main control unit 41 determines a rotation abnormality in a plurality of reels at different timings while the stop operation activation condition is satisfied, the reels for which the rotation abnormality is determined are sequentially re-started. The starting control is performed. For example, when a rotation abnormality of any of the reels is determined, the operation is repeated until a period (a period for a predetermined number of steps) in which the rotation abnormality of the remaining reels can be determined elapses. A configuration that delays the start control, that is, when a rotation abnormality is determined at different timings on a plurality of reels while the stop operation activation condition is satisfied, the restart control of the reel for which the rotation abnormality is determined earliest is performed. It may be configured to delay until the restart control of the reel for which the rotation abnormality is determined to be the latest, and with such a configuration, even if the rotation abnormality is determined at different timings in a plurality of reels, the rotation abnormality will occur. Since a plurality of determined reels can be restarted at the same timing, the appearance at the time of restart is improved.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the number of steps since the start of rotation or the previous detection of the reel reference position exceeds a predetermined number of steps (400 steps) exceeding one reel lap without detecting the reel reference position. , The configuration is such that the reel rotation abnormality is specified, but the predetermined number of steps is a value larger than the number of steps required for the reel to make one revolution, that is, the reel reference position is detected when the reel is rotating normally. The value may be larger than the number of steps required to be performed.

Further, in the present embodiment, control is performed to restart the reel when the number of steps since the start of rotation or the previous detection of the reel reference position exceeds a predetermined number of steps without detecting the reel reference position. If the activation condition of the stop operation is not satisfied even after performing a predetermined number of times (three times in this embodiment), it is determined that the reel rotation is abnormal and the game is disabled, but the activation condition of the stop operation is satisfied. If the reel is not restarted at least once, it is possible to prevent the game from being frequently disabled.

Further, in the present embodiment, the reel reference position is detected after the start of rotation, and the acceptance of the stop operation is enabled by shifting to the constant speed rotation, but at least the reel reference position is detected. Any configuration may be used as long as the acceptance of the stop operation is enabled by.

Further, in the present embodiment, it is determined whether or not the rotation has shifted to the constant speed depending on whether the number of steps from the start of the reel rotation is equal to or greater than the number of steps required to shift to the constant speed rotation. However, by determining whether or not a constant speed is satisfied based on the number of steps or time until the reel reference position is detected and the next reel reference position is detected, it is determined whether or not the rotation has shifted to a constant speed rotation. It may be a configuration for determining.

Next, the control related to the navigation notification performed by the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment using the game auxiliary display 12 will be described with reference to FIGS. 28 to 31.

As shown in FIG. 28, the game auxiliary display 12 is composed of two indicators 12L and 12R capable of turning on / off the first to eighth segments, respectively, and each segment can be turned on in red. It is a vessel. Each segment of the game auxiliary display 12 is driven by the LED drive circuit 47 based on the lighting mode data stored in the predetermined output buffer provided on the game control board 40, thereby driving the predetermined lighting mode. It is controlled to be lit or off. As the game auxiliary display 12, a display, a liquid crystal display, or the like capable of lighting each segment in any one color such as white, pink, yellow, orange, red, green, and blue, or a plurality of colors is provided. You may use it.

By setting the navigation notification display data as the lighting mode data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, the main control unit 41 can display the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12 and perform the navigation notification. .. Further, by setting the payout number display data as the lighting mode data in the output buffer, it is possible to notify the payout number of medals to be displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 when a prize is generated. By setting error display data as lighting mode data in the buffer, it is possible to perform error notification for displaying the error code indicating the content of the error on the game auxiliary display 12.

When the internal lottery is performed at the start of the game, the main control unit 41 refers to the result of the internal lottery set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c, and one of the special combinations (BB1 to 5) is won. In addition, it is determined whether or not the implementation condition of the navigation notification of the predetermined special role (in this embodiment, it is established when a predetermined number (for example, 5 games) is performed after the special role is won) is satisfied. , When the execution condition of the special role navigation notification is satisfied, a flag indicating that the navigation notification is performed when the special role navigation notification implementation condition is satisfied is set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c, and the above-mentioned Press order command setting process. The flag is referred to in the push order command setting process, and is after the execution condition of the special role navigation notification is satisfied, and the timing at which the winning special role can be won, that is, inside. When the result of the lottery is out of order, the navigation numbers (10 to 14) suggesting the symbols constituting the winning special combination are set as the transmission navigation numbers.

Then, after the push order command setting process is completed, the lighting mode data setting process of the game auxiliary display 12 is performed. In the setting process of the lighting mode data of the game auxiliary display 12, if the special combination is not won or the implementation condition is not satisfied, it is set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c by the above-mentioned push order command transmission process. The transmission navigation numbers (“0” to “9”) that can identify the reel stop order by the navigation notification are referred to, and the navigation notification display data corresponding to the transmission navigation number is set in the output buffer. On the other hand, when the special combination is elected and the implementation conditions are satisfied, it is set by the push order command transmission process, and a predetermined symbol suggested by the navigation notification (in this embodiment, "blue 7"). Refer to the transmission navigation numbers ("10" to "14") that can identify the "red 7" symbol), select the navigation notification display data corresponding to the transmission navigation number, and set it in the output buffer. ..

As shown in FIG. 29A, when the main control unit 41 sets the navigation notification display data, the navigation number is the number "0" in the standard pressing order, and when the navigation notification is not performed, the navigation notification display is displayed. By setting the initial value of the output buffer as data, that is, by initializing the output buffer of the game assistance display 12, and setting all the first to eighth segments of each display 12L and 12R to the off state, the game assistance is provided. The display 12 is controlled to be hidden. In addition, the navigation number is any of the navigation numbers "1" to "9" other than the standard pressing order, and when the navigation notification is performed, each segment of the game auxiliary display 12 is lit so as to display the number of the navigation number. By setting the navigation notification display data in the output buffer to turn on the 8th segment of the display 12R and turn off the other segments, the navigation number is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12. To control. In addition, when the special role is elected and the implementation conditions are satisfied, if the navigation notification display data including the navigation number suggesting the design corresponding to the special role is selected, the number of the navigation number is selected. The navigation notification display data is set in the output buffer so that each segment of the game auxiliary display 12 is turned on, the eighth segment of the display 12R is turned on, and the other segments are turned off. As a result, the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to display the navigation number.

As a result, the segment that lights up in each stop order (left middle right, left and right middle, middle left and right, middle right left, right left middle, right middle left, left first stop, middle first stop, right first stop) By different combinations of, the navigation number is displayed so that it can be identified from the combination of the lit segments, and as a navigation notification, the stop order that is advantageous for the player according to the internal lottery result is provided as a game assistance. It is possible to make a notification using the display 12. In addition, if the special role has been won and the implementation conditions have been met, the navigation number ("10" to "10" suggests a pattern (blue 7, red 7) according to the winning special role. By displaying "14") in a recognizable manner, a predetermined symbol is suggested as the timing of the stop operation that is advantageous for the player, and as a navigation notification, the stop operation that can win a special role The timing can be notified by using the game auxiliary display 12. Further, the main control unit 41 controls the 8th segment main of the display 12R to be lit together with the navigation number when performing the navigation notification, while the 8th segment main of the display 12R is turned off when the navigation notification is not performed. By controlling to, it is possible to recognize whether or not the navigation notification is being executed by the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12.

In the navigation notification of the present embodiment, the combination of segments corresponding to the navigation number is lit so that the display mode of the game assistance display 12 is the navigation number. However, the game assistance display 12 is used as the navigation notification. The display mode of may be a display mode that directly indicates the stop order, is not a display mode that directly recalls the stop order, and immediately identifies the stop order from the combination of lit segments. It may be difficult to identify the display mode without a correspondence table or the like.

Specifically, as shown as a modification 1 in FIG. 30, for example, the reel number of the left reel 2L is "1", the reel number of the middle reel 2C is "2", and the reel number of the right reel 2R is "3". By displaying the reel number of the first stop on the display 12L of one of the two game auxiliary indicators 12 and displaying the reel number of the second stop on the other indicator 12R (game auxiliary indicator). For example, by displaying "21" on 12, it is shown that the stop order is middle, left, and right), and the stop order can be directly suggested as a navigation notification. Although not shown, the design of blue 7 is "b7", the design of red 7 is "r7", and these "b7" and "r7" are displayed on the game auxiliary display 12, so that blue 7 and red 7 can be displayed. The design may be suggested.

Further, as shown as a modification 2 in FIG. 30, a display is used as a combination of segments in which it is difficult to immediately identify the stop order in advance in the stop order (for example, as a combination of segments suggesting a stop order in the left, middle, and right). It is difficult to immediately identify the stop order by allocating the 2nd segment of 12L, the 4th and 6th segment combinations of the display 12R, etc.) and turning on the corresponding segment, but the correspondence table etc. is used. The stop order can be suggested by the display mode that can be identified by the above.

When the game progresses and all reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment determines whether or not any of the winning combinations has been won, and pays out. If any of the accompanying wins (small wins) has been won, the number of medals to be paid out due to the occurrence of the winning is set in the output buffer as the payout number display data, and is paid out to the game auxiliary display 12. Display the number of medals to be played.

As shown in FIG. 29B, when the payout number display data is set in the output buffer, each segment of the game auxiliary display 12 is turned on so as to display the payout number of medals, and the eighth By setting the payout number display data that turns off the other segments including the segment in the output buffer, the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to display the payout number of medals. For example, when eight medals are paid out, the first to seventh segments of the display 12R are turned on, while the first to eighth segments of the display 12L and the eighth segment of the display 12R are turned off. As a result, when displaying the number of medals to be paid out on the game auxiliary display 12, the eighth segment of the display 12R is controlled to be in the off state, so that the lighting mode in the navigation notification and the number of medals to be paid out are as described above. The lighting mode is different from the lighting mode in the notification of, so that it is not misunderstood whether the navigation notification is performed on the game auxiliary display 12 or the number of medals to be paid out is notified. There is.

When an error is detected during the progress of the game, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment sets a predetermined error code (E1 to E8, see FIG. 31) in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c according to the type of the error. When the setting and the predetermined error display condition described later are satisfied (in the present embodiment, when an error is detected during the rotation control of the reels, all the reels are stopped, and the rotation control of the reels is in progress. When an error is detected at a time other than the above, the error display data including the error code set in the RAM 41c is set in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12.

As shown in FIG. 31, when setting the error display data, the main control unit 41 turns on each segment of the game auxiliary display 12 so as to display the letters and numbers of the error code, and the other segments. By setting the error display data that turns off the light in the output buffer, the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to display an error code that can identify the type of the detected error. Then, when a predetermined error release condition (see FIG. 31) is satisfied, the output buffer is initialized and the display of the error code on the game auxiliary display 12 is terminated. In the error display data, by lighting the first, second, fourth, fifth, and seventh segments of the display 12L, the letter "E" is displayed and the number corresponding to the error code number in the segment of the display 12R is displayed. While turning on the segment, the other segments of the indicators 12L and 12R are turned off. As a result, when displaying the error code on the game auxiliary display 12, the lighting mode is controlled so that the alphabetic character "E", which is not displayed in the navigation notification or the payout number display, is displayed on the display 12L. Therefore, the lighting mode when notifying the error code is different from the lighting mode in the navigation notification and the lighting mode in the notification of the number of payout medals, and is the error code notified by the game auxiliary display 12? , Navi notification, and notification of the number of medals to be paid out are not misunderstood.

Next, the timing at which the main control unit 41 switches the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12 according to the progress of the game or the like will be described with reference to FIGS. 32 to 35.

As shown in FIG. 32 (a), the main control unit 41 initializes the output buffer of the game assistance display 12 when a bet number of 1 or more is set to start the game, and displays the game assistance display. All segments of the device 12 are turned off and controlled to be hidden. Then, when the start operation is performed with the predetermined number of bets set, the rotation control of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R related to the game is started. At this time, the navigation number "0" in the standard pressing order is set with reference to the predetermined area of the RAM 41c, and when the navigation notification is not performed, all the segments of the game auxiliary display 12 are turned off. maintain. Then, when the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are all stopped after the operation of the third stop is performed, if any of the small winning combinations has been won, the number of medals to be paid out by the winning. Is set in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 as the payout number display data, and the number of medals to be paid out is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12. Then, when a bet number of 1 or more is set to start the next game, the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 is initialized again, and the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to be hidden. As a result, in the game in which the navigation notification is not performed, the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to be hidden from the time when the number of bets of 1 or more is set to the time when the payout of medals is started by winning. , From the time when all reels 2L, 2C, 2R are stopped and the payout of medals is started, one or more bets are set, or the waiting condition (no operation for a certain period of time, settlement operation is performed). That) is established and the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to display the number of medals as the payout number display over the period until the transition to the standby state is established. When the third stop operation is performed and all reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, if the re-game combination has won a prize or if neither prize has occurred, the game assistance By not setting the payout number display data in the output buffer of the display 12, the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is kept hidden, and one or more bets are set in order to start one game. From time to the time when the bet number is set to start the next game, that is, for the entire period in one game, the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to be hidden.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 32 (b), when the main control unit 41 performs the navigation notification, the reel 2L related to the game is performed after the start operation is performed with the specified number of bets set. When starting the rotation control of 2, 2C and 2R, one of the navigation numbers "1" to "9" is set as the transmission navigation number by the above-mentioned push order command transmission process with reference to the predetermined area of the RAM 41c. If, or if the conditions for implementing the special role navigation notification are satisfied and any of the navigation numbers "10" to "13" is set as the transmission navigation number, the corresponding navigation number is used. The navigation notification display data to be displayed is set in the output buffer of the game assistance display 12, and the navigation number is displayed on the game assistance display 12. After that, the stop switch of the third stop is operated, and when the stop switch is released, the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 is initialized to control the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12 to be hidden. Then, it waits for a predetermined waiting period. Then, after the predetermined waiting period has elapsed, it is determined whether or not any of the small wins has been won, and if the small win has been won, the number of medals to be paid out by the winning is determined. It is set in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 as the payout number display data, and the number of medals to be paid out is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12. As a result, in the game for performing navigation notification, the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed for a period from the time when the rotation of the reel is started with the start of the game to the time when the stop switch of the third stop operation is released. It is controlled so that the navigation number is continuously displayed as a navigation notification. Then, when the output buffer is initialized, the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is once controlled to be hidden, and then all reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped and the payout of medals is started. From the above, the number of medals is controlled to be displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 as the payout number display over the period from when one or more bets are set.

Further, as described above (see FIG. 25), the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment controls at least one of the reels to rotate at a constant speed, and in a state where the acceptance of the stop operation is enabled. If it is determined that the rotating reel has an abnormality in the rotation state, the acceptance of the stop operation is invalidated for all reels, and the rotation is restarted for the reel that is determined to have an abnormality. Performs restart control. After that, when all the rotating reels are rotated normally, the acceptance of the stop operation is re-enabled. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 32B, when the navigation notification is performed, the navigation notification is sent to the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 when the rotation control of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R related to the game is started. The display data is set, and then the output buffer is initialized when the stop switch of the third stop is released. As a result, when performing navigation notification, acceptance of the stop operation is effective in the period from the start of the rotation control of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R related to the game to the time when the stop switch of the third stop is released. Regardless of whether it is disabled or disabled, the display of the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12 is continued.

Further, as shown in FIG. 32 (b), the main control unit 41 transmits the above-mentioned push order command to the sub control unit 91 when the game start operation is performed. On the other hand, the sub-control unit 91 specifies the navigation number based on the push order command, and when it is specified that the navigation notification is performed based on the navigation number, it is specified based on the navigation number. A navigation effect that suggests an advantageous operation mode is executed. In the navigation effect, for example, a number indicating the stop order based on the navigation number is displayed at a position corresponding to the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R on the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, or the timing of the stop operation based on the navigation number is displayed. By displaying an image suggesting (for example, an image of “red 7” or the like) in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51, an advantageous operation mode is suggested.

In the present embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 is configured to start the navigation effect when the push order command is received when performing the navigation effect, but the timing at which the navigation effect is started is the main. It may be before the stop operation of the stop switch is enabled on the control unit 41 side. For example, a reel acceleration information command indicating that the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are started to rotate with the start of the game is received. Even if the timing is within the period from the reception of the push order command to the time before the acceleration completion command is received, which indicates that the control to accelerate the reel to the predetermined constant speed rotation is completed with the start of the game. good. In particular, when the stop operation is enabled, the navigation notification is started on the main control unit 41 side and the navigation effect is started on the sub control unit 91 side, so that the navigation notification is performed. Even in the state, during the period from the start operation to the activation of the stop operation, the navigation notification and the navigation effect do not suggest the winning of the push order role, so the inside is over the period. It is possible to maintain a sense of expectation for the winning role in the lottery. Further, in particular, the navigation notification on the main control unit 41 side is started and the navigation effect on the sub control unit 91 side is started after the reel rotation related to the game is started. , The main control unit 41 controls the game to a freeze state that delays the progress of the game in the period from the start operation to the start of the rotation control of the reel related to the game, and the reel effect using the reel in the freeze state. In the period from the start operation to the start of reel rotation control related to the game, that is, the period controlled to the frozen state, the push order is performed by the navigation notification and the navigation effect. Since the winning of the winning combination is not suggested, it is possible to maintain the expectation for the winning combination in the internal lottery during the period.

Further, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment ends the navigation notification when the stop switch of the third stop operation is released after starting the navigation notification, and issues a game end command to the sub control unit 91. It is a configuration to transmit, and the sub control unit 91 can end the navigation effect when the navigation notification on the main control unit 41 side ends based on the reception of the game end command. , The navigation effect may be configured to be performed at least when the result of the game changes depending on the stop order. For example, the stop switch is operated in a stop order other than the stop order suggested by the navigation notification and the navigation effect. If it is decided that the push order combination will not win, or if it is confirmed that only one combination will win by performing the first stop operation or the second stop operation, etc., the main control unit 41 side The navigation effect may be terminated before the navigation notification is terminated. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the navigation effect from being continued even after the result of the game is confirmed.

The RAM 41c of the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment can retain the stored contents by being supplied with power by the backup power supply even when the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped. When the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped and the power failure is detected based on the output of the power failure detection circuit 48, the control state of the main control unit 41 set in the RAM 41c is changed. When the power supply to the slot machine 1 is started after the power interruption process is performed so that the power can be restored when the power is restored from the above, the control is started in the control state when the power interruption is detected. Can be done.

As shown in FIG. 33, when the main control unit 41 rotates and controls at least one or more reels as the game progresses, and the game auxiliary display 12 is notified of the navigation, the power is cut off. When it is detected, the control related to the power failure is performed, the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 is initialized, the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to be hidden, and the rotation is controlled. When the power supply to the slot machine 1 is restarted, the control state including the excitation pattern of the reel motor of the reel, the number of steps of excitation control, the navigation number, etc. can be restored with the contents when the power failure is detected. Perform power failure processing so that it can be done.

After that, when the power supply to the slot machine 1 is restarted, when the control state of the main control unit 41 is returned to the control state before the power failure, it is stored in the RAM 41c when the power failure is detected. The control state before the power failure is restored based on the control state, but the state of accepting the stop operation by all the stop switches among the control states is changed to invalid and set. As a result, the main control unit 41 returns in a state in which the acceptance of the stop operation by all the stop switches is invalidated.

Further, when the main control unit 41 returns the control state to the state before the power failure, the navigation number, the excitation pattern of the reel motor of each reel and the number of steps are stored in the RAM 41c when the power failure is detected. Restore the contents as they were. Then, when returning, the control state on the main control unit 41 side including the return command indicating that the main control unit 41 has returned to the control state before the power failure and the push order command capable of specifying the navigation number is displayed. Various identifiable commands are transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. After that, the same control as at the start of the game is executed, and the control for advancing the game is performed based on the control state set in the RAM 41c, based on the navigation number set in the RAM 41c. The navigation notification display data is set in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, and after controlling to restart the display of the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12, the excitation pattern of the reel motor set in the RAM 41c, that is, Based on the constant speed pattern, the reel motor of the reel whose rotation was controlled before the power failure is excited from the number of steps of the excitation pattern when the power failure is detected, and the corresponding reel is rotated at the predetermined constant speed again. It is controlled to rotate, and when the reel reaches a predetermined constant speed rotation, control is performed to enable acceptance of a stop operation by the stop switch of the corresponding reel.

At this time, in the control of rotating the corresponding reel again at a predetermined constant speed rotation, the rotation control of the corresponding reel motor is performed based on the constant speed pattern as the excitation pattern set at the time when the power failure is detected. In such a case, the corresponding reel is normally rotated depending on the state (rotated state or stopped state) of the corresponding reel as described above (see FIGS. 27 (a) and 27 (b)). In some cases, it may not rotate normally, and if it does not rotate normally, restart control is performed to rotate the corresponding reel normally.

Then, when the reel is rotated normally or is not rotated normally and the reel is rotated normally by the restart control, and the reel reaches a predetermined constant speed rotation, the corresponding reel is used. Enables the acceptance of stop operations by the stop switch of. After that, it waits until the stop switch for which acceptance is enabled is operated, and when the stop switch is operated, it controls to stop the corresponding reel.

On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 receives the return command after recovering from the power failure, and then receives the push order command, so that the sub control unit 91 is based on the navigation number specified by the push order command. When it can be specified that the navigation notification is performed on the 41 side, the navigation effect that can specify the advantageous operation mode that is advantageous for the player based on the navigation number is restarted. After that, the production is controlled based on various commands received according to the progress of the game. As a result, the main control unit 41 recovers from the power failure, transmits a push order command, etc., then restarts the reel rotation control, and the corresponding reel rotates at a constant speed, so that the stop operation is performed by the stop switch. On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 restarts the navigation effect when the push order command is received after returning from the power failure, so that the sub control unit 91 is the main control unit 41. When the stop operation is enabled on the side, it is possible to assume that the navigation effect has already been performed.

As described above, when the power failure is detected, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment initializes the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 and controls the game auxiliary display 12 to be hidden. During the period from the time when is detected until the power supply to the slot machine 1 is completely stopped, the navigation number by the navigation notification is not displayed on the game auxiliary display 12. Further, when a power failure is detected, the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 is initialized, the power supply to the slot machine 1 is restarted, and when the main control unit 41 returns, a navigation notification is displayed on the output buffer. Since the data is controlled to be reset, the navigation number by the navigation notification is not displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 during the period from the time when the power supply is restarted to the time when the main control unit 41 is restored. It has become like.

Further, the main control unit 41 resets the navigation notification display data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 when the power supply to the slot machine 1 is resumed and the main control unit 41 returns, and then the main control unit 41 resets the navigation notification display data. When a power failure is detected, the reel that was in rotation control is controlled to rotate again at a predetermined constant speed rotation, and when the corresponding reel reaches a constant speed rotation, a stop operation by the stop switch of the reel is performed. When the power supply to the slot machine 1 is resumed, the game auxiliary display 12 starts to display the navigation number by the navigation notification, and then stops by the stop switch. The acceptance of operations is enabled, and the acceptance of stop operations is enabled while the navigation number is already displayed.

Further, the main control unit 41 detects a power failure while controlling the rotation of the reel, and then, when recovering from the power failure, executes the same process as at the start of the game and is set at the time of recovery. The progress of the game is controlled based on the control state.

As a conventional slot machine, a game control means for controlling a game and an effect control means for controlling an effect are provided, and notification of an operation mode advantageous to the player is performed by a notification means controlled by the game control means side. There was a document (for example, Japanese Patent No. 5770922) in which such a document was disclosed. In the slot machine described in this document, when a power failure occurs while the game control means is notifying an advantageous operation mode, the advantageous operation mode is notified even after the power failure is restored. However, if the stop operation is enabled after the power failure is restored and before the notification of the advantageous operation mode is restored, the stop operation may be performed in an operation mode different from the notified advantageous operation mode. is there. The present embodiment pays attention to such a problem, and provides a slot machine capable of preventing a player from operating in an operation mode different from the notified operation mode. The purpose.

Specifically, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes a main control unit 41 that controls the game and a sub control unit 91 that controls the effect, and the main control unit 41 is provided on the main control unit 41 side. The game auxiliary display 12 to be controlled is configured to be capable of performing navigation notification for notifying an operation mode that is advantageous to the player. In such a configuration, if a power failure occurs while the game auxiliary display 12 is performing the navigation notification, the navigation notification will be performed even after the power failure is restored. If the stop operation is enabled before the navigation notification is restored, the stop operation may be performed in an operation mode different from the advantageous operation mode to be notified.

On the other hand, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment has a configuration capable of performing navigation notification for notifying an operation mode advantageous to the player on the game auxiliary display 12 controlled by the main control unit 41 side. Yes, after starting the rotation control of the reel with the start of the game, the stop operation by the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is accepted in the state where the predetermined activation condition is satisfied, while the predetermined activation condition is satisfied. In addition, when the power supply is restarted after the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped while the navigation notification is being performed, during the period from the restart of the power supply to the establishment of the predetermined activation condition. , The stop operation by the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is not accepted, the navigation notification is restarted by the game auxiliary display 12, and the stop operation by the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is accepted after the predetermined activation condition is satisfied. Therefore, when the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped in the state where the predetermined activation condition is satisfied, the stop switch 8L, during the period from the restart of the power supply until the activation condition is satisfied, Since the stop operation by the 8C and 8R is not accepted, it is possible to prevent the reels 2L, 2C and 2R from being stopped in a situation where it is unknown whether the normal rotation is performed after the power supply is restarted. In addition, when the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped while the predetermined activation condition is satisfied and the navigation notification is being performed, the timing is earlier than the predetermined activation condition is satisfied. Since the navigation notification is restarted at, the stop switches 8L, 8C are mistakenly used in an operation mode other than the advantageous operation mode without the player knowing that the advantageous operation mode is notified by the navigation notification. , 8R can be prevented from being operated.

Further, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment displays the number of medals to be paid out in connection with the winning of a small winning combination and the error that has occurred on the game auxiliary display 12 controlled by the main control unit 41. It is possible to display an error code indicating the content, and the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed with a navigation number capable of identifying an advantageous operation mode that is advantageous to the player as a display content different from the predetermined content. Therefore, when displaying the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12 directly controlled by the main control unit 41 side, a new display is made by displaying the navigation number using a display means for displaying a predetermined content. The predetermined content and the navigation number can be displayed without providing any means.

Further, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment restarts the power supply after the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped in the state where the predetermined activation condition is satisfied and the navigation notification is performed. Then, when the main control unit 41 returns to the state before the power failure, the rotation of the reel that was controlling the rotation when the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped after restarting the navigation notification is performed. The control is resumed, and after the power supply is restarted, the navigation number is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 in the same display mode as when the power supply is stopped, regardless of the stopped state of the reel. Since the advantageous operation mode is notified, it is possible to simplify the control related to the resumption of the control for notifying the advantageous operation mode by the navigation notification.

In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 sets a plurality of different operation timings (“blue 7”, “red 7”, “white 7”, and “BAR” as a winning line as an advantageous operation mode that is advantageous for the player. An operation mode for operating at one of the operation timings (timing to stop at the LN), and an operation mode for operating at any one of a plurality of operation orders (for example, left middle right, left and right middle operation order, etc.) , The configuration is such that the navigation notification is used, but the operation mode and the like may be notified by a combination of these.

When the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment starts the rotation control of the reel with the start of the game, the predetermined activation condition is satisfied after starting the navigation notification for notifying the advantageous operation mode for the player. Since the stop operation by the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is accepted in this state, the navigation notification is started at a timing earlier than the predetermined activation condition is satisfied after the start of the game, which is advantageous for the player. It is possible to prevent the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R from being accidentally operated in an operation mode other than the advantageous operation mode without knowing that the operation mode has been notified.

In the present embodiment, when the main control unit 41 starts the rotation control of the reel with the start of the game, the main control unit 41 starts the navigation notification for notifying the advantageous operation mode for the player, and then enables the predetermined activation. The configuration is such that the stop operation by the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is accepted when the conditions are satisfied, but the navigation notification may be started after the start of the game until the predetermined activation condition is satisfied. For example, the navigation notification may be started when the start switch 7 is operated to start the game, or a predetermined effect may be obtained from the time when the start switch 7 is operated to start the game. The navigation notification may be started at any timing within the period until the conversion condition is satisfied. Even in such a configuration, after the start of the game, the navigation notification is started at a timing earlier than the predetermined activation condition is satisfied, so that the player does not know that the advantageous operation mode is notified. It is possible to prevent the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R from being accidentally operated in an operation mode other than the advantageous operation mode.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment invalidates the acceptance of the operations of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R when an abnormality is detected in the rotation state of the reel after the predetermined activation condition is satisfied, and determines again. When the activation condition of is satisfied, the acceptance of the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is enabled, and after the navigation notification is started, even when an abnormality is detected in the rotation state of the reel, the navigation is performed. Since the notification of the advantageous operation mode is continued by the notification, the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are erroneously operated in the operation mode other than the advantageous operation mode without knowing that the advantageous operation mode is notified to the player. It can be prevented from being lost.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment can transmit a push order command capable of specifying an advantageous operation mode advantageous to the player to the sub control unit 91, whereas the sub control unit 91 has a push order. It is possible to execute a navigation effect that can specify an advantageous operation mode based on a command, and when navigation notification is performed on the main control unit 41 side, a liquid crystal display 51 controlled by the sub control unit 91 side is used. Since it is possible to notify the advantageous operation mode, it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect when the advantageous operation mode is notified.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment restarts the power supply after the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped in the state where the activation condition is satisfied and the navigation notification is being performed, and the main control is performed. When the unit 41 returns to the state before the power failure, the navigation notification is restarted, the push order command is transmitted to the sub control unit 91, and then the rotation control of the reel is started to enable a predetermined value. When the condition is satisfied, the acceptance of the operations of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is enabled. Therefore, the push order command that can specify the advantageous operation mode at an earlier timing than the activation condition is satisfied is the sub-control unit 91. On the sub-control unit 91 side, when the power supply to the slot machine 1 is restarted, the navigation effect is started before the stop operation by the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R becomes effective. This makes it possible to prevent the player from accidentally operating the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R in an operation mode other than the advantageous operation mode without knowing that the advantageous operation mode has been notified.

In the present embodiment, since the power supply to the slot machine 1 is restarted, the power failure is detected when the control state of the main control unit 41 is returned to the control state before the power failure. It is configured to return to the control state before the power failure based on the control state stored in the RAM 41c at times. In particular, for the reel whose rotation control was performed before the power failure, the reel motor at the time of the power failure It is designed to recover with the excitation pattern and the number of steps set, and when recovering from the power failure, the excitation state of the reel motor is changed from the excitation pattern at the time of the power failure, that is, the constant speed pattern and the number of steps. After controlling to restart the rotation of the reel, if the reel is not rotated normally, the excitation pattern of the corresponding reel is reset to the starting pattern and the restart control is performed to restart the rotation. However, when the main control unit 41 is in a state where one of the reels is rotationally controlled before the power failure and the power supply is stopped and the power supply is restarted, the control state before the power failure is restored. May be configured to set the excitation pattern of the reel motor as the starting pattern for the corresponding reel.

Specifically, the main control unit 41 selects the excitation pattern of the reel motor in the order of the start pattern, the constant speed pattern, and the stop pattern when controlling the normal game. FIG. 34 As shown in (a), the starting pattern was selected on condition that the effective start switch 7 was operated, and the reel in the stopped state was started and accelerated to a predetermined constant speed rotation. After that, a constant speed pattern is selected and the reel is rotated at a predetermined constant speed. Then, in this state, the reel corresponding to the stop switch operated on the condition that the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are operated is selected as a stop pattern according to the number of sliding frames, and the stop switch is operated. The reel is stopped at the stop position according to the operation of the stop switch within the maximum stop delay time (190 ms in this embodiment). After that, in the configuration in which the main control unit 41 does not select the excitation pattern until the next game is started and keeps the reel in the stopped state, as shown in FIG. When the reel is stopped in the middle of starting due to power failure, the starting pattern selected at the time of power failure is used when recovering from power failure. By changing the excitation state from the first step of the starting pattern, the reel can be started without temporarily causing the reel to rotate normally.

Further, as shown in FIG. 34 (c), the rotation of the reel is controlled by a constant speed pattern before the power failure, and when the reel is stopped during the start due to the power failure, the reel is stopped from the power failure. When returning, the exciting pattern is changed from the constant speed pattern selected at the time of power failure to the starting pattern, and the exciting state is changed from the first step of the starting pattern, so that the reel is not rotated normally once. The reel can be started without the above.

Further, as shown in FIG. 34 (d), the rotation of the reel is controlled to be stopped by a stop pattern before the power interruption, and when the reel is stopped during the control to be stopped by the power interruption, the reel is stopped. When recovering from a power failure, the stop pattern that was selected at the time of the power failure is used, and the excitation state is changed from the number of steps at the time of the power failure in the stop pattern, so that the stop pattern executed at the time of the power failure can be changed. By continuously executing, the stop pattern that was executed at the time of power failure is executed to the end within a specific time (190 ms in this embodiment) excluding the time during power failure after starting before power failure. Can be done.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment can detect the occurrence of various errors related to the game such as an error related to medal payout, an error related to medal insertion, and an error related to reel rotation in the main process and the timer interrupt process (main). When a predetermined error display condition is satisfied after detecting various errors as described above, an error code indicating the content of the error is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12. The predetermined error display condition is when various errors are detected when the reels are not rotation-controlled due to the game, and various errors are detected when the reels are rotation-controlled. The case is when all reels are stopped.

As shown in FIG. 35, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment sets the navigation notification display data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 at the start of the game as described above, performs the navigation notification, and then performs the navigation notification. 3 The output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 uses the number of medals to be paid out according to the winning situation as the payout number display data when a predetermined waiting period elapses from the time when the stop switch in which the stop operation is performed is released. It is configured to display the number of medals to be paid out. In such a configuration, from the time when the navigation notification display data is set in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 and the navigation notification is started, the stop switch on which the third stop operation is performed is released, and a predetermined standby is further performed. If various errors related to the game, especially errors related to inserting medals and errors related to reel rotation, are detected during the time limit until the period elapses, control related to the game is continued until the above time limit elapses. Control to set the error code indicating the content of the detected error in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 as error display data and display the error code on the game auxiliary display 12 when the time limit elapses. After starting, control to the error state.

After that, when the release condition according to the type of the detected abnormality (for example, the operation of the reset switch 23 in the predetermined procedure) is satisfied, the control of the game is restarted from the time before the control of the error state is started. .. By resuming the control of the game, it is determined whether or not the control after the third stop operation is performed and a predetermined periodic period has elapsed, that is, whether or not any of the small wins has been won, and the small When a winning combination has occurred, the number of medals paid out by winning is set in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 as the payout number display data, and the number of medals paid out is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12. Let me.

As described above, when various errors are detected in the state where the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment sets the navigation notification display data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 and performs the navigation notification, By setting error display data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 when the navigation notification is completed and a predetermined waiting period has elapsed, the error notification is performed in the period from the start to the end of the navigation notification. Is designed to limit what is done.

A conventional slot machine includes a main control unit that controls the progress of a game and a sub control unit that controls the production. The main control unit is used to determine the number of medals to be paid out to the player or when an error related to the game occurs. A game auxiliary display capable of displaying an error code indicating the content thereof is provided, and a command capable of specifying the internal lottery result can be transmitted to the sub control unit. According to the internal lottery result specified based on the command, an operation mode advantageous to the player is displayed on a liquid crystal display or the like provided in the sub-control unit to notify the player.

In such a configuration, an advantageous operation mode cannot be specified due to a defect in the sub control unit or the liquid crystal display, which may cause a disadvantage to the player. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 side In addition to controlling the display of the advantageous operation mode in the above, the game auxiliary display 12 for displaying the number of medals to be paid out to the player is used to display the advantageous operation mode. Assuming that the number of medals to be paid out and the operation mode advantageous for the player are displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 provided in the main control unit 41, the number of medals to be paid out to the player on one display and the player can use it. Since both of the advantageous operation modes are displayed, there is a risk that the displayed contents may be misunderstood when the display at that time is switched.

On the other hand, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment can display the number of medals to be paid out to the player as predetermined contents and an error code indicating the contents when an error related to the game occurs. The display 12 is provided, and the game auxiliary display 12 can display a navigation number capable of identifying an advantageous operation mode (stop order and stop timing) of the stop switch which is advantageous for the player as a display content different from the predetermined content. It is possible, and after displaying the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12, when displaying the number of medals to be paid out as a predetermined content, the display content of the game auxiliary display 12 is temporarily initialized to the hidden state. Since the predetermined content is displayed, when the navigation number is displayed on the display directly controlled by the main control unit 41 side, the game auxiliary display that displays the number of medals to be paid out as the predetermined content without providing a new display means. By displaying the navigation number using 12, both the predetermined content and the navigation number can be displayed, and when the predetermined content is displayed after the navigation number is displayed on the game assistance display 12, the game assistance is displayed. Since the display content of the display 12 is once initialized to be hidden and then the predetermined content is displayed, it is misunderstood whether the display content displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 is a navigation number or a predetermined content. It can be prevented from being stored.

When the main control unit 41 displays the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12 and then displays the number of medals to be paid out as a predetermined content, the main control unit 41 temporarily initializes the display content of the game auxiliary display 12 and hides it. The configuration may be such that the predetermined content is displayed after the state of the above, and the period during which the game auxiliary display 12 is hidden may be at least a period during which the player or the like can recognize that the light has been turned off. In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 provides a predetermined waiting period for waiting after initializing the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, and after displaying the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12, the predetermined content When displaying the number of medals to be paid out, the game auxiliary display 12 is surely controlled to be hidden.

Further, when the main control unit 41 displays the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12 and then displays the number of medals to be paid out as a predetermined content, the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed during the predetermined waiting period. The mode may be a period during which the player or the like can recognize at least that the lights have been turned off while the navigation notification is switched to the notification of the number of payouts. For example, the timer interrupt process (main) is waited for at least once. By doing so, the timer interrupt process (main) is performed and the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is switched. Therefore, while the navigation notification is switched to the notification of the number of payouts, the game auxiliary display 12 is temporarily turned on. It can be controlled to the off state. Further, for example, when the stop switch of the third stop is operated and the stop switch is released, the timer is operated and the timer measures the passage of a predetermined standby time. By waiting for the waiting period, the game auxiliary display 12 may be temporarily controlled to be turned off while the navigation notification is switched to the notification of the number of payouts.

Further, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment outputs a buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 when the stop switch of the third stop is operated when the navigation notification is performed by the game auxiliary display 12. By setting the payout number display data in the output buffer after initializing once, the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to be temporarily turned off while the navigation notification is switched to the payout number notification. However, while switching from the navigation notification to the notification of the number of payouts, by displaying a display not related to the game (for example, "-" or "_"), the display contents of the navigation notification and the notification of the number of payouts are displayed. It is possible to prevent the content from being mistaken for the content.

Further, when the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment displays the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12 and then displays the number of medals to be paid out as a predetermined content, the display content of the game auxiliary display 12 is temporarily initialized. By setting the payout number display data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 to display the number of medals paid out, the display contents of the game auxiliary display 12 are temporarily initialized. When setting the payout number display data, by setting the data to display the total number of medals to be paid out with the winning of the small winning combination, it is completed after the medal payout is started. The total number of medals to be paid out is displayed over the period until the medals are paid out. However, when the main control unit 41 displays the number of medals to be paid out on the game auxiliary display 12, the initial data of the number of medals to be paid out is displayed. After setting the data to display 0 medals as, each time the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of medals, the payout number display data is updated to the total number of paid medals, and the payout is made. The total number of completed medals may be sequentially displayed, and finally, the total number of medals paid out in connection with the winning of the small winning combination may be controlled to be displayed. Even in such a configuration, as in the configuration of the present embodiment, when the navigation number is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 and then the number of medals to be paid out is displayed as a predetermined content, the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed. By initializing the contents once and setting the payout number display data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, whether the display contents displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 are navigation numbers or predetermined contents. Can be prevented from being misidentified.

Further, when displaying the number of medals to be paid out on the game auxiliary display 12, after setting the initial data of the number of medals to be paid out, the payout number display data is updated every time the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of medals. Then, in the configuration of controlling to update the display of the game auxiliary display 12, 0 sheets are shown as the initial data of the payout number display data and data for hiding the display on the game auxiliary display 12 is set. Then, every time the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of medals, the payout number display data may be controlled to be updated so as to be added one by one. With such a configuration, the period from the start of payout of medals due to the winning of a small role until the payout of the first medal is detected, that is, the number of medals paid out is 0. For a certain period, the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to be hidden, and then the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed from the time when the payout of the first medal is detected, and the total number of medals for which the payout is completed is displayed. When the numbers are displayed in sequence, that is, when the navigation number is displayed on the game assistance display 12 and then the number of medals to be paid out is displayed as a predetermined content, the navigation number is displayed as the display content of the game assistance display 12. After the display, the number of medals to be paid out will be displayed once the display is hidden, and the same effect as the configuration of the present embodiment will be obtained, and the display content displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 will be displayed. It is possible to prevent the navigation number or the predetermined content from being misidentified.

Further, when displaying the number of medals to be paid out on the game auxiliary display 12, after setting the initial data of the number of medals to be paid out, the payout number display data is updated every time the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of medals. Then, in the configuration of controlling to update the display of the game auxiliary display 12, when the navigation notification is completed and the predetermined waiting period elapses, 0 is shown as the initial data of the payout number display data. Data for hiding the display on the game auxiliary display 12 is set, and then, every time the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of medals, the payout number display data is controlled to be updated so as to be added by 1. It may be configured. With such a configuration, the period from the end of the navigation notification to the elapse of the predetermined waiting time and the initial data of the payout number display data are set, and the payout sensor 34c is used to obtain the first medal. The display of the game assistance display 12 can be hidden for a period from the detection of the payout to the update of the payout number display data, and the same effect as the configuration of the present embodiment is obtained, and the game assistance is achieved. It is possible to prevent the display content displayed on the display 12 from being misidentified as whether it is a navigation number or a predetermined content.

Further, when displaying the number of medals to be paid out on the game auxiliary display 12, after setting the initial data of the number of medals to be paid out, the payout number display data is updated every time the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of medals. Then, in the configuration of controlling to update the display of the game auxiliary display 12, the display contents of the game auxiliary display 12 are displayed by initializing the navigation notification display data when the third stop operation is performed. Is temporarily hidden, and when a predetermined waiting period elapses after the navigation notification display data is initialized, 0 is shown as the initial data of the payout number display data and the display on the game auxiliary display 12 is hidden. The data may be set to be, and then controlled so as to update the payout number display data by 1 each time the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of medals. With such a configuration, the period in which the navigation notification display data is initialized after the navigation notification is completed, and the period from the initialization of the navigation notification display data to the elapse of a predetermined waiting time. From the time when the initial data of the payout number display data is set to the period from the time when the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of the first medal and the payout number display data is updated, the game auxiliary display 12 The display can be hidden, and the same effect as that of the configuration of the present embodiment is obtained, and it is misidentified whether the display content displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 is a navigation number or a predetermined content. It is possible to prevent it from being done. It should be noted that these periods, that is, the period in which the navigation notification display data is initialized after the navigation notification is completed, the period from the initialization of the navigation notification display data to the elapse of the predetermined waiting time, and the withdrawal. By applying only one of the periods from the time when the initial data of the number of medals display data is set until the payout of the first medal is detected by the payout sensor 34c and the number of medals to be paid out is updated. , After displaying the navigation notification on the game auxiliary display 12, it may be temporarily hidden and the number of medals paid out may be displayed, or any two of these periods may be displayed. It may be a configuration to be applied.

Further, when displaying the number of medals to be paid out on the game auxiliary display 12, after setting the initial data of the number of medals to be paid out, the payout number display data is updated every time the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of medals. Then, in the configuration of controlling to update the display of the game auxiliary display 12, "1" to "9" can be displayed as the display mode of the number of payouts on the game auxiliary display 12, and the navigation A part of the display mode (navigation numbers "1" to "13" and ".") In the notification is included in the display mode of the number of payouts, but the display mode in the navigation notification and the display mode of the number of payouts However, when the displays on the two indicators 12L and 12R are integrated, the display mode is different. For example, in the navigation notification, the eighth segment of the indicator 12R and the indicators 12L and 12R corresponding to the navigation number are used. In the payout number display, only the 1st to 7th segments of the indicators 12L and 12R corresponding to the payout number are turned on, so that the display contents of the navigation notification are displayed. It is possible to prevent the display content of the notification of the number of payouts from being misunderstood.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment starts the control of rotating the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R at a predetermined constant speed after the start of the game, until the stop switch of the third stop operation is released. Since the navigation number that can identify the advantageous operation mode (stop order and stop timing) of the stop switch that is advantageous for the player is continuously displayed on the game auxiliary display 12, the period from the start to the end of the game. It is possible to continuously make the player recognize an advantageous operation mode that is advantageous to the player.

In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 starts the control of rotating the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R at a predetermined constant speed at the start of the game, and starts the third stop operation at the end of the game. The navigation number is continuously displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 for a period until the stop switch of is released. However, as the game starts, the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R are displayed as the game progresses. The navigation number is continued to the game auxiliary display 12 for a period from one start timing until the operation of 1 becomes effective to one end timing after the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R are operated as the end of the game. When the start switch 7 is operated with a predetermined number of bets set, for example, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are set at a predetermined constant speed at the start of the game. When starting the rotation control, the stop switch of the third stop operation is pressed, for example, from the start timing of any one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R when the operation is enabled, as the end of the game. When, when all reels 2L, 2C, 2R are stopped, when the payout of medals is started or ended due to winning, or when the bet number setting operation is performed for the next game. The navigation number may be continuously displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 for a period until the end timing of the game.

Among such configurations, in particular, one start timing is controlled to rotate the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R at a predetermined constant speed when the start switch 7 is operated with a specified number of bets set. By setting any of the above, the display of the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12 can be started before the operations of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R become effective. Further, one start timing is set to either when the control for rotating the reels 2L, 2C, 2R at a predetermined constant speed is started, or when the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R becomes effective. For example, in the period from the operation of the start switch 7 to the start of the control for rotating the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R at a predetermined constant speed, a reel effect of rotating the reel in a mode different from that of a normal game is performed. Even if the configuration is such that the game is performed or the game is controlled to a freeze state in which the progress of the game is delayed for a predetermined time, the display of the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12 can be started after the reel effect, the freeze state, or the like ends. It is possible to limit the display of the navigation number during the period when the reel effect is performed. Further, by setting one start timing to be when the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R becomes effective, an event that occurs in the period until the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R becomes effective, for example, Regardless of whether or not the above-mentioned reel effect or reel acceleration due to recovery from power failure occurs, the display of the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12 is started at a predetermined timing at the start of the game. be able to.

Further, in particular, by setting the end timing of one to the time when the stop switch of the third stop operation is pressed, all reels 2L, 2C, from the time when the stop switch of the third stop operation is pressed, thereafter. Since the display content on the game auxiliary display 12 can be hidden during the period from when 2R is stopped until the winning judgment is made, when displaying the number of medals to be paid out in connection with winning, the navigation system is used. It is possible to prevent the number and the number of payouts from being mistaken for each other.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment is information about the result of the game as a predetermined content, and is used on the game auxiliary display 12 used to display the number of medals to be paid out to the player due to the occurrence of a prize at the end of the game. , The navigation number that can identify the advantageous operation mode (stop order and stop timing) of the stop switch that is advantageous for the player is displayed as the display content different from the predetermined content, and the stop switch that is advantageous for the player. While the advantageous operation mode is displayed during the game, the number of payouts as a predetermined content is displayed after the end of the game, so that the display period of the navigation number and the display period of the number of payouts overlap on the game auxiliary display 12. You don't have to.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment displays on the game auxiliary display 12 a navigation number capable of specifying a stop mode that is advantageous for the player and the number of medals to be paid out in connection with the winning of a small winning combination. Since the display mode of the navigation number displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 and the display mode of the number of medals to be paid out do not include a common mode, it is determined whether the navigation number is displayed or not. It is possible to prevent misunderstanding whether the number of payouts is displayed as the content.

The display mode of the navigation number to be displayed on the game assistance display 12 and the display mode of the number of medals to be paid out are when the two displays 12L and 12R of the game assistance display 12 are integrated. The configuration may be any configuration that does not include a common mode, and for example, the display mode of the navigation number may include a configuration including a part of the display mode of the number of payouts and vice versa.

Further, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 pays out a part of the display modes (navigation numbers "1" to "13" and ".") Of the game auxiliary display 12 in the navigation notification. (For example, "8" when paying out 8 medals) is included in the display mode for notifying the number of medals to be paid out (for example, "8" when paying out 8 medals). It may be a configuration that does not include. With such a configuration, the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is not controlled to the same mode by the navigation notification and the notification of the number of medals, and the display mode by the navigation notification and the notification of the number of medals to be paid out are notified. It is possible to prevent the display mode from being mistaken for.

Further, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 lights the eighth segment of the display 12L in the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 in the navigation notification, while in the display mode of notifying the number of medals to be paid out. By turning off the 8th segment of the display 12, the display mode of one of the two displays 12L and 12R is used to notify the display mode of the navigation notification or the number of medals to be paid out. Although it is a configuration that can identify whether it is a display mode, when the display modes of at least two indicators 12L and 12R are viewed as a unit, the display mode by the navigation notification and the display mode by the notification of the number of medals to be paid out are identified. It may be a possible configuration. With such a configuration, for example, when the navigation number "8" is notified in the navigation notification, "8" is displayed on the display 12L and "-" is displayed on the display 12R to display "-8" as an integrated display. On the other hand, in the notification of the number of medals to be paid out, "" (no display) is displayed on the display 12L and "8" is displayed on the display 12R so that "8" is displayed as an integrated display. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the display mode by the navigation notification and the display mode by the notification of the number of medals to be paid out from being mistakenly recognized.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment is in a state where the game auxiliary display 12 is displaying the navigation number as an advantageous operation mode that is advantageous for the player, and the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped and the power is cut off. Is detected, the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 is initialized to hide the display contents of the game auxiliary display 12, so that the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped and the main It is possible to prevent an unintended display from being performed on the game auxiliary display 12 at the time of power interruption when the operation of the control unit 41 or the like becomes unstable.

In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 initializes the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 when a power failure is detected while the game auxiliary display 12 is displaying the navigation number. The display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to be hidden. However, the game auxiliary display 12 may be controlled to be hidden when a power failure is detected, for example, in an output buffer. The game auxiliary display 12 is hidden by clearing the output port that outputs a control signal to the LED drive circuit 47 that controls the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 based on the set data. By limiting the output of the drive signal output from the LED drive circuit 47 that controls the display mode of the game auxiliary display 12 to the game auxiliary display 12, the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to be hidden. It may be a configuration or the like. Even in such a configuration, as in the configuration of the present embodiment, it is possible to prevent the game auxiliary display 12 from displaying an unintended display when the power is cut off.

In the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment, the reel is controlled to a predetermined constant speed rotation as the game progresses, the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is effective, and the game is played on the game auxiliary display 12. After the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped while the navigation number indicating the advantageous operation mode that is advantageous to the person is displayed, the power supply to the slot machine 1 is restarted to the state before the power failure. When returning, after redisplaying the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12, when the reel whose rotation was controlled before the power failure becomes constant speed rotation, the operation reception of the stop switch of the corresponding reel is accepted. By controlling to enable it, when recovering from a power failure, the display of the navigation number on the game auxiliary display 12 is restarted before the operation reception of the stop switch becomes effective, so the navigation number is erroneously displayed. It is possible to prevent the stop switch from being operated in an operation mode other than the advantageous operation mode suggested by.

When the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment returns the control state to the state before the power failure, the main control unit 41 returns the state of the stop switch operation reception and the reel excitation pattern to the state before the power failure. When the control unit 41 returns, the operation reception of the stop switch is enabled and the reel rotation control is started with the excitation pattern before the power failure. The reel stopped due to the power failure is pressed before the power failure. Rotation control is started by the excitation pattern, that is, the constant speed pattern for rotating at a constant speed rotation, but in order to start the rotation of the stopped reel, the torque is insufficient and the rotation is not started. After starting the rotation control of the reel, a predetermined period (a period longer than the time required for the reel sensor to detect the reference position when the reel is rotated) elapses without the reference position being detected by the reel sensor. When this happens, it is determined that the reel rotation error is detected, the operation reception of the stop switch is invalidated, the excitation pattern is changed from the stopped state to the starting pattern for accelerating, and the reel rotation control is started again. Can be accelerated to a predetermined constant speed rotation. Then, the operation reception of the stop switch, which is invalidated due to the determination of the reel rotation error, can be re-enabled when the reel accelerates to a predetermined constant speed rotation. In such a configuration, when the power supply to the slot machine 1 is restarted and the main control unit 41 is restored, the navigation notification display data is reset in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, so that the slot machine When the power supply to 1 is resumed, after the game auxiliary display 12 starts displaying the navigation number by the navigation notification, the reception of the stop operation by the stop switch can be enabled, and the player can enable the game. When the stop operation can be performed by the stop switch, the navigation number can be reliably displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 to perform the navigation notification. Further, in such a configuration, when the main control unit 41 returns, the stop operation by the stop switch is once enabled and then disabled, and then the rotation control of the reel is performed again. When the reel rotates at a constant speed, the stop operation by the stop switch is re-enabled, but when the main control unit 41 returns, the navigation notification display data is displayed in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12. By resetting, the navigation notification by the game auxiliary display 12 can be continuously displayed even during the period from when the main control unit 41 is restored until the stop operation by the top switch is enabled again. When the player can perform the stop operation by the stop switch, the navigation number can be surely displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 to perform the navigation notification.

In the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment, the start switch 7 is operated with the specified number of bets set, and after the game is started, the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are all operated. The predetermined contents are in the state before the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R of the above are stopped and the game is ended, and the navigation number indicating the advantageous operation mode is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 for the player. When an error that causes the error code to be displayed is detected, when the game ends, the error code is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 so that the error is detected during the game. Therefore, since it is restricted from displaying the error code as a predetermined content on the game auxiliary display 12 during the period until the game ends, the display content displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 is a navigation number indicating an advantageous operation mode. It is possible to prevent the misidentification of whether it is an error code or an error code as a predetermined content.

In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 displays an error code as a predetermined content other than the navigation number while displaying the navigation number indicating the advantageous operation mode for the player on the game auxiliary display 12. When the condition to be performed is satisfied, the game auxiliary display 12 is not displayed with the predetermined content until the end of the game, but the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed with the navigation number other than the navigation number. It suffices if the display content is not displayed, and even if the display content other than the error code is applied as the predetermined content, the display content displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 is the navigation number or the predetermined content. It is possible to prevent the misidentification of whether or not.

Next, the control related to the setting of the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 performed by the main control unit 41 will be described with reference to FIG. 36.

As described above, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment sets the payout number display data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, and as the first display content, the medal given by winning a small winning combination. It is possible to display the number of payouts, and by setting the navigation notification display data in the output buffer, it is possible to display the navigation number suggesting a stop operation mode that is advantageous for the player as the second display content. Furthermore, by setting error display data in the output buffer, it is possible to display an error code indicating the content as a special display content when an error occurs.

As shown in FIG. 36A, the main control unit 41 has the payout number display data set in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, and during the period in which the payout number is displayed as the first display content. When an error is detected in, then when the error display condition is satisfied as a predetermined display switching condition for switching the display content of the game auxiliary display 12 to the special display content, the error state is controlled and the output buffer is controlled. The save process for saving the data to the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is performed, and the payout number display data set in the output buffer is saved in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c. Then, by initializing the output buffer once, after controlling the display content of the game auxiliary display 12 to be hidden, the error display data is set in the output buffer as the data for displaying the special display content. While controlling the game auxiliary display 12 to display an error code as a special display content, it controls the error state and stands by.

Then, when the reset switch 23 is operated according to a predetermined operation procedure to release the error state and the return condition is satisfied, the reset process for returning the data saved in the RAM 41c to the output buffer is performed. By returning the payout number display data for displaying the payout number as the first display content from the predetermined area of the RAM 41c to the output buffer, the game auxiliary display 12 displays the payout number as the first display content. ..

As described above, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment sets the error display data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 when the error display condition is satisfied after detecting the error, so that the error is detected. During the period from when the error display condition is satisfied, the display content of the game auxiliary display 12 is restricted from being changed, and when the period elapses, the error code is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12. You can do it.

Further, when the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment detects an error when the game is started and at least one reel is rotationally controlled, all the reels are stopped and all the reels are stopped. By stopping the reel, the error is notified when the game ends, but if an error is detected when the game is started and the rotation of the reel is controlled, an error is detected. In such a configuration, the main control unit 41 may detect the error when the game auxiliary display 12 displays the navigation number as the navigation notification. , The game auxiliary display 12 may display an error code indicating the content of the error.

In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 displays the total number of medals to be paid out as the payout number display data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 (8 in the present embodiment). By setting the data to display, if an error is detected during the period when the total number of medals to be paid out to the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed as the first display content, then the error display condition is changed. When the configuration is established, the display content of the game auxiliary display 12 is switched so as to display an error code indicating the content of the error detected as the special display content (see FIG. 31), but the main control unit 41 has a configuration. After setting the initial data of the payout number display data when displaying the payout number of medals on the game auxiliary display 12, the payout number display data is updated every time the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of medals. , The display of the game auxiliary display 12 may be controlled to be updated. In such a configuration, every time the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of medals, the payout number display data is updated and the data is small. While controlling the payout of a predetermined number of medals with the winning of a winning combination, for example, a payout error (E1) is detected due to a shortage of medals in the hopper unit 34, and the error display condition is satisfied. In this case, the payout number display data for displaying the number of medals last detected by the payout sensor 34c (for example, the fourth piece, etc.) is saved in the save area. After that, by initializing the output buffer once, the display content of the game auxiliary display 12 is controlled to be hidden, the error display data indicating the payout error is set in the output buffer, and the error code is displayed. Then, when the return condition is satisfied, as the payout number display data, the payout number display data for displaying the number of medals last detected by the payout sensor 34c (for example, the fourth piece, etc.) is displayed on the game auxiliary display. By returning to the output buffer of 12, the display of the number of payouts on the game auxiliary display 12 can be returned to the display content when an error is detected.

As shown in FIG. 36B, in the main control unit 41, the navigation notification display data is set in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, and the navigation number is displayed as the second display content during the period. When an error is detected in, after that, when the error display condition is satisfied, the error state is controlled, and the same save process as when switching the above-mentioned first display content to the special display content is performed. , The navigation notification display data set in the output buffer can be saved in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c.

Then, error display data is set in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, and while displaying an error code as a special display content, it waits in an error state, and when the recovery condition is satisfied, it is saved in the above-mentioned RAM 41c. By performing the same return processing as when returning the data of the first display content to the output buffer, the navigation notification display data of the RAM 41c is returned to the output buffer, and the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed before the error is detected. A similar navigation number can be displayed.

As described above, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment regardless of whether the payout number display data is set in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 or the navigation notification display data is set. By performing the common evacuation process, the payout number display data and the navigation notification display data can be evacuated to a predetermined area of the RAM 41c.

Further, when the main control unit 41 returns the payout number display data saved in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c to the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, the navigation notification display data saved in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is also saved. Is also returned to the output buffer, by performing a common return process, it is possible to return the payout number display data and the navigation notification display data saved in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c to the output buffer. ing.

In the configuration in which both the number of medals to be paid out to the player and the advantageous operation mode for the player are displayed on one display as in the present embodiment, a display for displaying the number of medals to be paid out is displayed. There is a possibility that the processing and the display processing for displaying the advantageous operation mode interfere with each other, and an unintended display is performed on the game auxiliary display.

On the other hand, the game auxiliary display 12 included in the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment can display the display contents based on the predetermined data by setting the predetermined data in the output buffer. In this configuration, the main control unit 41 sets the payout number display data as predetermined data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, and pays out the medal given by winning a small winning combination as the first display content. It is possible to display the number of sheets, and by setting the navigation notification display data in the output buffer, it is possible to display the navigation number suggesting a stop operation mode that is advantageous for the player as the second display content. Further, by setting error display data in the output buffer, it is possible to display an error code indicating the content as a special display content when an error occurs, and the game auxiliary display 12 has a configuration in which the error code is displayed. When the error display condition is satisfied as the condition for displaying the special display content while the number of medals to be paid out is displayed as the display content of 1, the save process is executed and the number of payout number set in the output buffer is displayed. After saving the data to a predetermined area of the RAM 41c, by setting the error display data for displaying the error code as a special display content in the output buffer, the error code is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 and the error state is changed. When the return condition is satisfied by being released, the return process is executed and the payout number display data saved in the RAM 41c is returned to the output buffer, so that the first display is displayed again on the game auxiliary display 12. It is possible to display the number of medals to be paid out as the content, and an error occurs while the game auxiliary display 12 is displaying a navigation number suggesting a stop operation mode advantageous to the player as the second display content. When the display condition is satisfied, the above-mentioned save process is executed to save the navigation notification display data set in the output buffer to a predetermined area of the RAM 41c, and then display an error code as a special display content. By setting the error display data of the above in the output buffer, the error code is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12, and when the return condition is satisfied by canceling the error state, the above return process is executed. By returning the navigation notification display data saved in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c to the output buffer, the game auxiliary display 12 can display the navigation number again as the second display content. , Data for making the first display content set in the output buffer or the second display content when the condition for switching to the display of the special display content is satisfied while the first display content or the second display content is being displayed. The data for saving the table contents, setting the special display contents in the output buffer to display the special display contents, and displaying the saved first display contents when the return condition is satisfied, or the first Since the data for displaying the display content of 2 is returned to the output buffer and the first display content or the second display content is displayed again, different types of information can be displayed correctly.

Further, by executing the common save process, the payout number display data set in the output buffer is saved in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c, and the navigation notification display data set in the output buffer is saved in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c. Since it is possible to evacuate, the capacity of the evacuation process for evacuating these display contents can be reduced.

Further, the main control unit 41 executes a common evacuation process when the switching condition for displaying the special display content is satisfied even when the display content of the game auxiliary display 12 is hidden. The hidden data set in the output buffer may be saved in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c. With such a configuration, regardless of the display content displayed on the game auxiliary display 12, Since the processing when the switching condition for displaying the special display content is satisfied can be standardized, the capacity of the processing performed when the switching condition for displaying the special display content is satisfied can be reduced.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment restores the payout number display data saved in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c to the output buffer by executing the common return process, and is saved in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c. Since it is possible to return the navigation notification display data to the output buffer, it is possible to reduce the capacity of the return processing for returning these display contents.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment is in a state where the game auxiliary display 12 is displaying the navigation number indicating the advantageous operation mode that is advantageous for the player, and the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped. When a power failure is detected, the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 is initialized to hide the display contents of the game auxiliary display 12, but the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed. Regardless of the displayed content, the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 may be initialized when a power failure is detected. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent an unintended display from being performed on the game auxiliary display 12 at the time of power failure regardless of the display state on the game auxiliary display 12.

The main control unit 41 of the present embodiment can display the predetermined display contents on the game auxiliary display 12 by setting the predetermined data in the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12. When switching the contents, the data set in the output buffer is saved in the RAM 41c and new data is set, so that the display contents of the game auxiliary display 12 can be switched to the display contents based on the new data. However, when the first output buffer and the second output buffer are provided so as to be switchable and the first output buffer is set as the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, the first output buffer is set. While the display content based on the data set in the output buffer of is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12, when the second output buffer is set as the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12, the second output buffer is displayed. As a configuration in which the display contents based on the data set in the output buffer are displayed on the game auxiliary display 12, the game auxiliary display 12 is configured by switching the output buffer between the first output buffer and the second output buffer. The display contents of the above may be switched.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 37, in a configuration in which a first output buffer and a second output buffer are provided as output buffers of the game auxiliary display 12, the main control unit 41 displays the game auxiliary display. Occurs when an error is detected when the number of payouts is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 by setting the payout number display data in the first output buffer set as the output buffer of the device 12. While the error display data including the error code indicating the content of the error is set in the second output buffer, the payout number display data set in the first output buffer is retained as it is. After that, when the error display condition is satisfied, the game auxiliary display 12 is changed to the game auxiliary display 12 by controlling the error state and switching the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 from the first output buffer to the second output buffer. While controlling to display the error code based on the error display data set in the output buffer of 2, control the error state and wait.

Then, when the reset switch 23 is operated in a predetermined operation procedure to release the error state and the return condition is satisfied, the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 is changed from the second output buffer to the first. By switching to the output buffer, the game auxiliary display 12 displays the number of payouts based on the payout number display data held in the first output buffer. Further, when the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 is switched when the return condition is satisfied, the second output buffer is initialized based on the fact that the error state is cleared.

Further, although not shown, the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 is set as the first output buffer, and the navigation notification display data is set in the first output buffer so that the game auxiliary display 12 displays the navigation number. When an error is detected and an error code indicating the content of the error is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12, the error display data is displayed in the second output buffer when the error is detected. After that, when the error display condition is satisfied, the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 is switched to the second output buffer, so that the game auxiliary display 12 can display the error code, and then. By switching the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 to the first output buffer when the return condition is satisfied, the display content of the game auxiliary display 12 can be returned to the navigation number.

With such a configuration, as in the configuration of the present embodiment, the first display content is the number of medals to be paid out by winning a small winning combination, and the second display content is an advantageous stop operation for the player. It is possible to display the navigation number suggesting the mode and the error code indicating the content when an error occurs as a special display content on the common game auxiliary display 12.

Further, when the main control unit 41 detects an error, the main control unit 41 sets error display data including an error code indicating the content of the error that has occurred in the second output buffer, the error state is released, and the recovery condition is satisfied. When this is done, the second output buffer is initialized and the error display data is erased. Therefore, the second output is performed for the period from the time when the error is detected until the recovery condition is satisfied, that is, the period during which the error occurs. Since the error display data is held in the buffer, it has become possible to perform a predetermined determination process, for example, an error occurrence status determination, using the data set in the second output buffer. There is.

Further, the main control unit 41 sets the error display data in the second output buffer when an error is detected, and at the same time, holds the data set in the first output buffer as it is. Using the data set in the output buffer, it is possible to perform a predetermined determination process, for example, determining the control status such as whether the navigation notification is being performed or the data is being paid out.

Further, the main control unit 41 switches the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 to the second output buffer when the error display condition is satisfied after setting the error display data in the second output buffer, so that the output is output. After switching the buffer to the second output buffer, the game auxiliary display 12 can display the display contents based on the data set in the second output buffer without delay.

Further, even in such a configuration, when displaying the number of medals to be paid out on the game auxiliary display 12, after setting the initial data of the number of medals to be paid out, every time the payout sensor 34c detects the payout of medals. , The payout number display data may be updated to control the display of the game auxiliary display 12 to be updated. Even in such a configuration, an error occurs while the payout number display data is being updated. Then, when the error display condition is satisfied, the payout number display data in the middle of updating is output as the first output during the period in which the error code is displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 based on the second output buffer. Since it is held in the buffer, when the return condition is satisfied, the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed based on the first output buffer, so that the display of the number of payouts on the game auxiliary display 12 is errored. Can be restored to the display content when is detected.

In this way, the main control unit 41 sets the game auxiliary display 12 and the data for displaying the predetermined display contents on the game auxiliary display 12, as the first output buffer and the second output buffer. In a configuration including an output buffer, the main control unit 41 displays a navigation number indicating an advantageous operation mode advantageous to the player as a normal display content and an error code indicating the content of an error occurring as a special display content on the game auxiliary display. It is a configuration that can be displayed on 12, and by setting the first output buffer as the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 and setting the navigation notification display data in the first output buffer, the normal display contents are displayed. It is possible to display the navigation number as, and when the error display condition is satisfied as the switching condition to display the special display content in the state where the normal display content is displayed, the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed. By switching from the first output buffer to the second output buffer, the game auxiliary display 12 is displayed with the special display content based on the data set in the second output buffer, and the error state is cleared. By switching the output buffer of the game auxiliary display 12 from the second output buffer to the first output buffer when the return condition is satisfied, the game auxiliary display 12 is again navigated as the first display content. Even with the configuration in which the numbers are displayed, different types of information can be correctly displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 as in the configuration of the present embodiment.

Further, the main control unit 41 sets the game auxiliary display 12 and the data for displaying the predetermined display contents on the game auxiliary display 12, as the first output buffer and the second output buffer. In the configuration including, the main control unit 41 displays the error code as a special display content before the error display condition is satisfied as the switching condition, and after the error is detected, the content of the error that has occurred. By configuring the error display data including the error code indicating the above to be set, the error display data for displaying the error code as a special display content is output to the second output without being aware of the timing when the error display condition is satisfied. The timing to set in the buffer can be designed relatively freely.

Further, the main control unit 41 sets the game auxiliary display 12 and the data for displaying the predetermined display contents on the game auxiliary display 12, as the first output buffer and the second output buffer. In the configuration including, in a predetermined determination process (for example, error determination), the data set in the first output buffer or the second output buffer can be referred to, so that the first output buffer can be referred to. Since the predetermined determination process can be performed using the data set in the output buffer or the second output buffer (for example, in the case of error determination, the data set in the second output buffer), a predetermined determination is made. It is not necessary to have the data used for processing separately from the data of the display contents.

Further, the main control unit 41 sets the game auxiliary display 12 and the data for displaying the predetermined display contents on the game auxiliary display 12, as the first output buffer and the second output buffer. In the configuration provided with, as the normal display contents, the number of medals to be paid out to the player (first display contents), and the display period does not overlap with the first display contents, which is advantageous for the player. The main control unit 41 sets the first display content and the second display content in the first output buffer, including the navigation number (second display content) indicating the mode, so that the game auxiliary display 12 can be used. By configuring the configuration to display the number of medals paid out and the navigation number, different display contents that do not overlap in the display period can be displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 by setting them in the first output buffer. There is no need to provide an extra output buffer.

Further, the main control unit 41 sets the game auxiliary display 12 and the data for displaying the predetermined display contents on the game auxiliary display 12, as the first output buffer and the second output buffer. When a power failure is detected, the first output buffer and the second output buffer are set regardless of which display is being displayed on the game auxiliary display 12. By configuring the configuration to initialize the existing data, it is possible to prevent an unintended display from being displayed on the game auxiliary display 12 at the time of power failure.

In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 38, the game control board 40 is connectable to the test apparatus 1300 via the first interface board (IF1) 1100 and the second interface board (IF2) 1200, and is slotted. A test signal generated in relation to the result of the game in the machine 1 is output from the game control board 40 to the test device 1300, and a test signal is input from the test device 1300 to the game control board 40. By connecting the game control board 40 and the test device 1300, it is possible to automatically perform a simulation test.

The game control board 40 is connected to the IF1 board 1105 and is connected to the first information output circuit 40a for outputting the first test signal, the input circuit 40d for inputting the test signal, and the IF2 board 1205 for the second test. A second information output circuit 40b that outputs a signal is mounted.

The first test signal shows the control state and the result of the game, and is an input request lamp signal, a startable lamp signal, a BB signal, an in-game signal, a replay game signal, and a 1st to 3rd reel stoptable lamps. Signal, 1st to 3rd reel index signal, payout request signal, payout count signal, stop signal, 7-segment display a to g signal for setting value display, internal winning flags 1 to 8 signals, signal delay signal, 1st reel Includes a motor excitation signal, a second reel motor excitation signal, and a third reel motor excitation signal. 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 lit, and it is possible to specify whether or not a medal insertion is requested.

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 it is possible to specify whether or not the game start operation is required. ..

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

The 1st to 3rd reel stop possible lamp signals are drive signals of the left, middle, and right stop effective LEDs 22L, 22C, and 22R, that is, signals indicating whether or not the left, middle, and right stop effective LEDs 22L, 22C, and 22R are lit. Therefore, it is possible to specify whether or not the left reel, the middle reel, and the right reel can be stopped.

The first to third reel index signals are detection signals of the reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R, and can identify the passage of the reference positions of the left reel, the middle 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 driven, and it is possible to specify that the medal payout operation is being performed.

The payout count signal is a signal output every time the payout of medals accompanying a winning is detected, and is a signal for counting the payout of medals on the test apparatus 1300 side.

The stop signal is a signal indicating that the stop state is controlled.
The 7-segment display a to g signals for setting value display are driving signals of LEDs constituting each segment of the setting value display 24, and the setting value displayed on the setting value display 24 can be specified. ..

The internal winning flags 1 to 8 signals are signals indicating the winning status of the winning combination. Further, the signal delaying signal is a signal indicating that the signal is delayed due to the execution of the effect during the game.

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

The test signal includes an on switch signal, a reel start switch signal, a 1st to 3rd reel stop switch signal, a payout switch signal, a stop release switch signal, a setting key switch signal, and a setting switch signal, and is controlled by the test apparatus 1300. It is input to the board 40. These test signals are signals that function in the same manner as the detection signals of various switches and sensors included in the slot machine 1, are detected by the switch detection circuit 44 included in the game control board 40, and are detected by the main control unit 41. The detection of the switch or sensor corresponding to the above is determined.

The throw-in switch signal is a signal corresponding to the throw-in 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 corresponding to the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R, respectively. 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 the first test signal to the IF1 substrate 1105, and the first test signal output from the first information output circuit 40a is via the IF1 substrate 1105. Is output to the test device 1300.

The input circuit 40d is a circuit for inputting a test signal output from the test apparatus 1300 via the IF1 board 1105, and the test signal input to the input circuit 40d is detected by the switch detection circuit 44. ..

The IF1 board 1105 includes an input terminal for inputting a first test signal output from the first information output circuit 40a, and an output terminal for outputting the input first test signal to the test apparatus 1300. ing. The input terminal and the output terminal are connected via a photocoupler, and the information contained in the first test signal output from the first information output circuit 40a is electrically isolated from the test apparatus 1300. It is designed to be transmitted to the side. Further, the IF1 board 1105 includes an input terminal for inputting a test signal output from the test apparatus 1300 and an output terminal for outputting the input test signal to the input circuit 40d. The input terminal and the output terminal are connected via a photocoupler so that the information contained in the test signal output from the test apparatus 1300 is transmitted to the input circuit 40d in an electrically insulated state. It has become. The configuration is such that the first test signal and the test signal are transmitted in a state where the input terminal and the output terminal are electrically insulated. For example, the input terminal and the output via a photo interrupter or an isolator are used. 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 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. Further, as for the navigation signal, in the control related to the navigation notification performed by using the game assistance display 12 described above, the navigation notification display data for displaying the navigation number on the game assistance display 12 is the output buffer of the game assistance display 12. It is a drive signal for lighting the 8th segment of the display 12R of the game auxiliary display 12 based on the setting of, and the navigation notification is executed, and the type of the winning push order and the game When the navigation number indicating the stop operation mode that is advantageous to the person is displayed on the indicators 12L and 12R, it is turned on, the navigation notification is not executed, and the navigation number is not displayed on the indicators 12L and 12R. It is a signal indicating whether or not the navigation notification is being executed by sometimes turning off.

The display signal is based on the fact that the navigation notification display data, the payout number display data, and the error display data are set in the output buffer of the game assistance display 12 in the control related to the navigation notification performed by using the game assistance display 12 described above. It is a drive signal for lighting the first to seventh segments of the indicators 12L and 12R of the game auxiliary display 12 in a lighting mode for displaying any of the navigation number, the number of payouts, and the error code, and is related to the navigation notification. It includes a plurality of information such as information, information on the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a prize, and information on an error code indicating the content when an error occurs.

The navigation notification signal is a signal generated by extracting only the information related to the navigation notification from the display signal by the conversion circuit 40c mounted on the second information output circuit, and the navigation number is displayed during the navigation notification. It is a drive signal for lighting the first to seventh segments of the indicators 12L and 12R in the lighting mode to be displayed, and is a signal capable of specifying the navigation number indicating the stop operation mode notified by the navigation notification.

The second information output circuit 40b is a circuit for outputting a second test signal to the IF2 board 1205, and the second test signal output from the second information output circuit 40b is via the IF2 board 1205. Is output to the test device 1300.

Further, in the second information output circuit 40b, the navigation signal and the display signal input to the game auxiliary display 12 provided on the game control board 40 are branched and input on the game control board 40. In addition, a conversion circuit 40c is provided that converts the display signal into a navigation notification signal by enabling or disabling the display signal based on the navigation signal, and outputs the display signal to assist the game when the navigation signal is output. The display signal of the display 12 can be output to the IF2 board 1205 as a navigation notification signal.

The IF2 board 1205 is a test device based on an input terminal into which a second test signal output from the second information output circuit 40b is input and a second test signal (game start signal, navigation notification signal) input. It includes an IF2 control unit 1203 that converts it into a second test signal that can be recognized on the 1300 side, and an output terminal that outputs a second test signal generated by the IF2 control unit 1203 to the test device 1300. ..

The IF2 control unit 1203 is composed of a CPU, RAM, ROM, a reset circuit for resetting the CPU, and the like, and the navigation notification signal output from the second information output circuit 40b is designated as a stop execution position signal and a stop reel. It is converted into a signal and stop strobe signal and output. The stop execution position signal, stop reel designation signal, and stop strobe signal output from the IF2 control unit 1203 are output from the output terminal via the photocoupler, and are output from the IF2 control unit 1203 side and the test device 1300 side. The signal is transmitted in a state of being electrically isolated from and. It is sufficient that the stop execution position signal, the stop reel designation signal, and the stop strobe signal are transmitted while the IF2 control unit 1203 and the output terminal are electrically insulated. For example, a photo interrupter or an isolator may be used. The IF2 control unit 1203 and the output terminal may be connected to each other via the device.

The stop execution position signal is a signal indicating the most recommended stop operation position for the reel indicated by the stop reel designation signal described later according to the current gaming state and the effect mode, and is a corresponding reel included in the most recommended stop operation position. It is possible to specify the number of steps (0 to 336) of the reel motor.

The stop reel designation signal is a signal that specifies whether the reel that recommends the stop operation at the stop operation position indicated by the stop execution position signal is the left reel, the middle reel, or the right reel, and stops. It is possible to specify the reel to which the stop operation at the stop operation position indicated by the execution position signal is applied.

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

Further, the game control board 40 and the IF1 board 1105 are connected via a power supply line, and power used by a device such as a photocoupler mounted on the IF1 board 1105 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 1205 are not connected by a power supply line, and the IF1 board 1105 and the IF2 board 1205 are connected via a power supply line and supplied from the game control board 40 to the IF1 board 1105. A part of the generated electric power is supplied via the IF1 substrate 1105 as electric power used by devices such as the IF2 control unit 1203 and the photocoupler mounted on the IF2 substrate 1205. Therefore, as the power supplied from the game control board 40 to the IF1 board 1105 via the power supply line, the power used by the device mounted on the IF1 board 1105 and the power used by the device mounted on the IF2 board 1205 are used. Power is supplied to ensure both.

Further, in the present embodiment, the game control board 40 is provided with a connection terminal to which wiring from the IF1 board 1105 and the IF2 board 1205 can be connected, and a first information output circuit 40a, a second information output circuit 40b, and an input circuit 40d. A wiring pattern for transmitting the first test signal output from the main control unit 41 and various drive circuits to the socket of the first information output circuit 40a, and a second test signal are provided together with a possible socket. 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 main control unit 41 is formed. The first test signal and the second test signal output from the various drive circuits are output via these wiring patterns, the first information output circuit 40a, the second information output circuit 40b, and the connection terminal, and the connection terminal. , The test signal input via the input circuit 40d and the wiring pattern is input to the switch detection circuit 44.

Further, since the connection terminal is composed of, for example, a signal pin to which a probe from the IF1 board 1105 can be connected and a connector to which a cable from the IF1 board 1105 can be connected, from the IF1 board 1105 via these connection terminals It is possible to easily connect the wiring of.

Further, the connection terminals are provided for convenience in connecting the IF1 board 1105 and the IF2 board 1205, and the connection terminals for inputting and outputting these test signals and test signals are shipped to the amusement store. It is not necessary for the game control board 40 of the slot machine to be used. Therefore, 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 to, it is possible to disconnect the portion provided with the connection terminal so that unnecessary signals cannot be input / output. As a result, for example, the hall equipment detects the internal winning flags 1 to 8 signals, identifies the winning status of the internal winning flags from the internal winning flags 1 to 8 signals, and notifies that fact. It is possible to prevent it from being easily used for the purpose of. Further, it is possible to prevent an unnecessary signal 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 order to output the first test signal and the second test signal to the IF1 board 1105 and the IF2 board 1205. The input circuit 40d is provided for convenience in order to input a test signal from the IF1 board 1105, and is not necessary for the game control board 40 of the slot machine shipped to the game shop. is there. Therefore, 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 and the first information output circuit 40a are provided. 2 The information output circuit 40b and the input circuit 40d can be easily removed. At the time of shipment to the amusement store, the first information output circuit 40a, the second information output circuit 40b, and the input circuit 40d are removed and unnecessary. It is possible to make it impossible to input and output various signals. As a result, for example, the hall equipment detects the internal winning flags 1 to 8 signals, identifies the winning status of the internal winning flags from the internal winning flags 1 to 8 signals, and notifies that fact. It is possible to prevent it from being easily used for the purpose of. Further, it is possible to prevent an unnecessary signal from being easily input to the game control board 40.

In addition, the number of slot machines provided by a third-party organization for conducting tests is usually about several, and other slot machines for mass production shipped to amusement stores receive these test signals and test signals. Since there is little need to output, these mass-produced slot machines may be equipped with a game control board 40 that has a wiring pattern but does not have the above-mentioned connection terminals, thereby mass-producing. It is possible to reduce the manufacturing cost of the slot machine for the machine. Further, in this case, since the wiring pattern for transmitting the test signal and the test signal is formed on the game control board 40, the IF1 board 1105, the IF2 board 1205, and the test device 1300 can be mounted only by mounting the connection terminals. It becomes possible to connect easily. Further, only the test slot machine is provided with a wiring pattern for transmitting a test signal and a test signal, and a connection terminal for connecting to the IF1 board 1105, IF2 board 1205, and test device 1300, and the slot machine for mass production is provided with a connection terminal. , These wiring patterns and connection terminals may not be provided. That is, the main control unit 41 controls the output of the test signal, but the test signal may not actually be output. As a result, the manufacturing cost of the slot machine for mass production can be further reduced.

Further, the slot machine for mass production is equipped with the game control board 40 which is not provided with the sockets of the first information output circuit 40a, the second information output circuit 40b, and the input circuit 40d, although the wiring pattern is formed. However, this can reduce the manufacturing cost of the slot machine for mass production. Further, in this case, since the wiring pattern for transmitting the test signal and the test signal is formed on the game control board 40, a socket is mounted to mount the first information output circuit 40a and the second information output circuit 40b. The IF1 board, IF2 board, and test device 1300 can be easily connected only by attaching the input circuit 40d. Further, only the test slot machine is provided with a wiring pattern for transmitting the test signal and the test signal, and a socket for attaching the first information output circuit 40a, the second information output circuit 40b, and the input circuit 40d for mass production. The slot machine may not be provided with these wiring patterns or sockets. That is, the main control unit 41 controls the output of the test signal, but the test signal may not actually be output. As a result, the manufacturing cost of the slot machine for mass production can be further reduced.

In the present embodiment, the simulation test is automatically performed by exchanging the test signal and the test signal between the slot machine 1 and the test apparatus 1300, and the test apparatus 1300 automatically performs the simulation test. As a result of these tests, it is possible to output the payout rate of the slot machine 1. Specifically, the ratio of the number of times the payout count signal was detected during the test period (the number of medals paid out) to the number of times the input switch signal was output during the test period (the number of medals consumed) was calculated. The result (number of consumption / number of payouts) will be output as the payout rate.

The IF2 control unit 1203 indicates a reel that first recommends a stop reel designation signal as the first stop reel, depending on the presence or absence of navigation notification, within a maximum of 2 seconds from the time when the game start signal is output by the main control unit 41. It is updated to the output state, the stop execution position signal is updated to the output state indicating the stop operation position recommended for the reel, and a certain time (50 ms) after the update of the stop reel designation signal and the stop execution position signal is completed. A stop strobe signal is output over a period of time, 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, a certain time (50 ms) is waited. Next, in the same 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.

In this way, the IF2 control unit 1203 sequentially transfers the first stop reel and its stop operation position, the second stop reel and its stop operation position, and the third stop reel and its stop operation position to the test apparatus 1300 according to the recommended operation mode. By notifying the response, the operating procedure recommended by the test apparatus 1300 can be specified.

In the present embodiment, the first stop reel and its stop operation position, the second stop reel and its stop operation position, and the third stop reel and its stop operation position are continuously set with respect to the test apparatus 1300 for a maximum of 2 seconds. However, it is also possible to transmit these sequentially at the start of the game and at the stop of the reels without continuously transmitting them.

The ROM of the IF2 control unit 1203 stores a recommended operation mode table in which recommended operation modes are registered in advance according to the presence or absence of navigation notification, and the IF2 control unit 1203 recommends according to the presence or absence of navigation notification. The operation mode is acquired from the recommended operation procedure table, and the stop execution position signal and the stop reel designation signal are output based on the acquired operation mode. It should be noted that the IF2 control unit 1203 may acquire the recommended operation mode by using a program for determining the recommended operation mode according to the presence or absence of the navigation notification without having the recommended operation mode table registered in advance.

In the present embodiment, when the navigation notification signal indicates that the navigation notification is not performed and the navigation number (10 to 13) suggesting the winning of the BB is not output, the stop order is left, middle, and right. The stop reel designation signal is output in the order of Outputs the execution position signal. It should be noted that such an operation mode corresponds to an operation mode in which the medal payout rate is highest in a situation where navigation notification is not performed.

In addition, when the navigation notification signal indicates that the navigation notification is being performed and the navigation number (10 to 13) suggesting the winning of the BB is output, the order is the stop order of left, middle, and right. A stop reel designation signal is output, and a stop execution position signal indicating a stop operation position at which a symbol constituting a special combination according to a navigation number can be drawn is output for the corresponding stop reel. For example, when BB1 is elected as a special role and 11 is output as the navigation number, stop execution indicating the stop operation position at which the symbol of "blue 7" can be drawn in for each rotating reel. If the position signal is output, other BBs 2 and 3 are elected as special roles, and 10, 12 and 13 are output as the navigation numbers, "Red 7" is output according to the output navigation number. A stop execution position signal indicating a stop operation position at which the “white 7” and “BAR” symbols can be drawn is output.

Further, when the navigation notification signal indicates that the navigation notification is being performed, the stop reel designation signal is output in the order of the stop order specified from the navigation notification signal, and the corresponding stop reel is arbitrarily selected. Outputs a stop execution position signal indicating the stop operation position.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the recommended operation mode is acquired according to the presence or absence of the navigation notification, and the stop execution position signal and the stop reel designation signal indicating the acquired operation mode are output to the test device 1300. The reel stop switch signal can be output on the device 1300 side in the recommended operation mode depending on the presence or absence of the navigation notification, and the payout rate close to the market payout rate can be obtained by the test by the test device 1300.

Further, in the present embodiment, after the special role (BB) is won as a result of the internal lottery, the special role (BB) is won after the implementation condition of the special role navigation notification determined on the main control unit 41 side is satisfied. A navigation number (10 to 13) suggesting a symbol constituting a special combination is set, and a stop execution position signal and a stop reel designation signal indicating an operation mode for stopping the symbol corresponding to the navigation number are sent to the test device 1300. After the special role is won in the internal lottery in the slot machine on the market, the sub-control unit 91 notifies the winning of the special role by the final notification, and then the operation is performed in the stop operation mode in which the special role is won. In the same way that the special role is won, the navigation number is output and the special role is won in the game after the execution condition of the special role navigation notification is satisfied and the final notification is performed. It becomes possible to output a reel stop switch signal, and a payout rate close to the payout rate in the market can be obtained by a test with the test apparatus 1300.

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 device 1300, it is arranged on the reel. Even if the number of symbols or the number of steps assigned to one symbol differs depending on the model of the slot machine, the output control of the stop switch signal with respect to the stop execution position signal can be shared on the test device 1300 side.

In the test system including the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment and the test device 1300 capable of testing the game by the slot machine, the first test signal among the test signals output from the game control board 40 is , The second test signal is output to the test apparatus 1300 via the IF1 substrate 1105, and the second test signal is output to the test apparatus 1300 via the IF2 substrate 1205.

In such a configuration, when power lines are connected from the game control board 40 to the IF1 board 1105 and the IF2 board 1205 in order to supply power to the IF1 board 1105 and the IF2 board 1205, the game control boards 40 and 1 The wiring between the interface board (IF1) and the IF2 board 1205 is increased.

On the other hand, in the present embodiment, the game control board 40 and the IF1 board 1105 can be connected via a power supply line, and the game control board 40 directly supplies power to the IF1 board 1105. Therefore, the power is not directly supplied from the game control board 40 to the IF2 board 1205, and the power supplied to the IF1 board 1105 is supplied from the IF1 board 1105 to the IF2 board 1205. , The wiring between the game control board 40 and the IF1 board 1105 and the IF2 board 1205 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 device 1300 via the IF1 board 1105, and the game control board 40 can output the first test signal to the test device 1300 via the IF2 board 1205. On the other hand, the configuration is such that a second test signal can be output, and the game control board 40 can be connected to the IF1 board 1105 via a power supply line, and the game control board 40 directly supplies power to the IF1 board 1105. While it can be supplied, it is not connected to the IF2 board 1205 via the power supply line, power is not directly supplied from the game control board 40 to the IF2 board 1205, and the power is not directly supplied to the IF2 board 1205 via the IF1 board 1105. Since power can be supplied to the game control board 40, the number of wirings between the game control board 40 and the IF1 board 1105 and the IF2 board 1205 can be reduced.

Further, in the present embodiment, the game control board 40 can output a navigation notification signal including information related to the navigation notification to the IF2 board 1205 as a second test signal, and the IF2 board 1205 can output the navigation notification signal. The IF2 control unit 1203 is provided with an IF2 control unit 1203 that generates signals (stop execution position signal, stop reel designation signal, stop strobe signal) in a mode that can be input by the test apparatus 1300, and the IF2 control unit 1203 is a game control board. Since it is operated by the power supply supplied from the 40 to the IF1 board 1105, it is not necessary to output the power supply from the game control board 40 to the IF2 board 1205, and only the second test signal is output. The IF2 control unit 1203 generates a signal in a mode that can be input by the test device 1300 and outputs the signal to the test device 1300, so that the test signal output from the game control board 40 can be simplified. it can.

It should be noted that the game control board 40 may generate a second test signal in a mode that can be input by the test device 1300, and output the second test signal to the test device 1300 via the IF2 board 1205. good.

Further, the IF1 board 1105 only relays the first test signal output from the game control board 40, but the IF1 board 1105 also has a control unit on which a CPU or the like is mounted and is mounted on the game control board 40. The output first test signal may be changed to a mode that can be input by the test apparatus 1300, and such a configuration simplifies the test signal output from the game control board 40. Can be done.

Further, in the present embodiment, a photocoupler is mounted on the IF1 board 1105 and the IF2 board 1205, and the input terminal and the output terminal on each board are connected via the photocoupler and output from the game control board 40. The first test signal and the second test signal are output to the test apparatus via the photocoupler mounted on the IF1 substrate 1105 and the IF2 substrate 1205, so that the slot machine 1 and the test apparatus 1300 are electrically connected. Since the 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 equipped with indicators 12L and 12R that display the stop order of the reels 2L, 2C and 2R notified by the navigation notification, and the indicators 12L and 12R are notified by the navigation notification. The display signal, which is a drive signal for lighting, is branched and output to the IF2 board as a navigation notification signal via the second information output circuit 40b, so that the indicators 12L and 12R The drive signal of can be used as a navigation notification signal.

In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 can execute the navigation notification when the AT is controlled, and the game control board 40 sends a first test signal indicating the result of the game to the IF1 board 1105. The configuration includes a first information output circuit 40a for output and a second information output circuit 40b for outputting a navigation notification signal including information related to navigation notification to the IF2 board 1205. The control unit 41 may not execute the navigation notification, and the game control board 40 may not output the navigation notification signal to the IF2 board 1205. In such a configuration, the first information output circuit 40a of the present embodiment may be used. Whether or not a means for executing navigation notification and a means for outputting a navigation notification signal are provided by outputting a test signal indicating the result of the game to the IF1 board 1105 using the same circuit as Regardless of this, the game control board 40 can have a common circuit for outputting a test signal indicating the result of the game to the IF1 board 1105.

Further, in the present 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 to perform the navigation notification. The signal is generated and the navigation notification signal is transmitted from the second information output circuit 40b to the IF2 board 1205, but the main control unit 41 directly generates a signal containing only the information related to the navigation notification. By inputting the signal to the second information output circuit 40b, the signal may be transmitted from the second information output circuit 40b to the IF2 board 1205.

Further, it may be configured to output as a navigation notification signal by using all or a part of the data of the first internal winning command, the second internal winning command, and the push order command transmitted to the sub control unit 91. With such a configuration, it is not necessary to generate a signal only for outputting the navigation notification signal. As such a configuration, for example, the main control unit 41 can transmit a push order command to the IF2 control unit 1203, and the IF2 control unit 1203 specifies a navigation number based on the push order command, and the said The stop reel designation signal is output in the order in which the reels are stopped according to the navigation number, and the stop execution position signal indicating the stop operation position at which the configuration symbol corresponding to the navigation number can be drawn for the corresponding stop reel is output. It may be configured to be used.

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 push order combination is won, so that from the first stop. All the stop orders up to the third stop can be specified, and the drive signal for lighting the indicators 12L and 12R is branched in the lighting mode and transmitted to the test device 1300 via the IF2 board 1205. As for the lighting mode for lighting the indicators 12L and 12R by the navigation notification, after indicating the reels 2L, 2C and 2R to be stopped next, the stopping order is sequentially changed by switching the lighting mode each time the stop operation is performed. It may be configured to notify so that it can be specified. In such a configuration, the main control unit 41 sends a signal capable of specifying all the stop orders from the first stop to the third stop when the push order combination is won. It is preferable to configure the test device 1300 to generate and transmit the signal to the test device 1300 via the IF2 board 1205, thereby specifying the stop order notified by the navigation notification at an earlier stage on the test device 1300 side. Is possible.

Further, in the present embodiment, the navigation notification is configured to notify the stop operation mode (stop order and stop operation timing) that is advantageous to the player, but the advantage for the player does not change as an effect. May be configured to perform navigation notification for performing the reel stop operation in a predetermined stop operation mode. In such a configuration, for example, as one re-game combination in which a prize is won and a re-game is given regardless of the stop order, the operation is performed in one stop order (for example, right, middle, left stop order). The combination of 1 symbols (for example, "Red 7-Red 7-Red 7") is stopped, and the stop operation is performed in another stop order (for example, left middle right stop order), so that the first symbol is used. In a configuration in which a combination of symbols different from the combination of symbols (for example, "replay-replay-replay") is stopped, when the main control unit 41 decides to stop the combination of the first symbols as an effect. , When it is decided not to stop the combination of the first symbol by outputting the navigation number indicating the stop order of one, the navigation number indicating the other stop order is output, so that the first effect is produced. When stopping the combination of the symbols of 1, the IF2 control unit 1203 specifies the navigation number based on the push order command, and outputs the stop reel designation signal in the order of stopping the reels according to the navigation number. In addition, by outputting a stop execution position signal indicating the stop operation position at which the configuration symbol corresponding to the navigation number can be drawn in for the corresponding stop reel, the stop operation close to that of the slot machine on the market can be performed even by the test by the test device 1300. Can be done.

Further, with such a configuration, for example, a configuration in which the advantage of the next game or later is changed on condition that the combination of the first symbols is stopped (the combination of the first symbols is stopped). A configuration in which the game is shifted to a predetermined gaming state, a configuration in which the number of games controlled by the AT is added by stopping the combination of the first symbols, etc.), and a combination of the first symbols according to the navigation number. Even in the configuration in which the player is suggested to stop the operation mode, the stop reel designation signal is output in the order in which the reels are stopped according to the navigation number, and the corresponding stop reel is configured according to the navigation number. By outputting the stop execution position signal indicating the stop operation position at which the symbol can be drawn in, it is possible to obtain a payout rate close to the payout rate in the market by the test by the test apparatus 1300.

Further, with such a configuration, for example, a combination having the same degree of advantage (for example, a replay), a combination composed of a combination of the first symbols and a combination composed of a combination of the second symbols can be used. , Indicates a stop operation mode in which the winning combination of the first symbol combination can be won in order to simply stop the combination of the first symbol on the reel when winning in the internal lottery. When outputting the navigation number, the stop reel designation signal is output in the order in which the reels are stopped according to the navigation number, and the stop operation position at which the configuration symbol corresponding to the navigation number can be drawn in for the corresponding stop reel. By outputting the stop execution position signal indicating, the reel can be stopped with a content close to the content of the stop mode of the reel stopped in the slot machine on the market by the test by the test apparatus 1300.

[About the database in RAM91c]
Next, the game history database in the RAM 91c of the slot machine 1 will be described. In the following, the database may be referred to as "DB". The game history database in the RAM 91c will be described with reference to FIG. 39 (A). FIG. 39 (A) shows an example of a game history database. The game history database contains the number of digested games, the number of winnings of a predetermined role (bonus, small role, at least one of replayed roles, etc.), the number of ATs (number of times controlled by AT), and experience during the game history update period. It consists of value, character level, etc. The game history update period is the period from the time when the password is input to the time when the two-dimensional code is output. The password is issued by the management server 1200, and can be obtained (displayed on the display unit of the mobile terminal 1100) by the player accessing the management server 1200 by the mobile terminal 1100. The player can also play the game without entering the password.

Within the game history update period, the number of games in the game history database is increased and updated by 1 each time one game is consumed. Within the game history update period, the number of ATs in the game history database is increased and updated each time the AT is controlled.

Next, the experience value will be described. When the predetermined mission shown in FIG. 44 is achieved, the sub-control unit 91 executes the mission achievement notification and gives the experience value associated with the mission. Every time an experience value is given, only the given experience value is added and updated. Every time the updated experience value reaches a predetermined number (30 in this embodiment), the level of the character is updated by 1 addition. The sub-control unit 91 of the slot machine 1 can execute an effect according to the level of the character. Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Further, the 2D code is displayed by the player performing the 2D code output operation in the password mode. When the two-dimensional code is imaged by the player's mobile terminal 1100, the number of games accumulated during the game history update period, the number of winnings, the number of ATs, the character level, the experience value, etc. (that is, various types stored in the RAM 91c). Information, hereinafter referred to as “stored information”), is transmitted to the management server 1200 via the mobile terminal 1100. Further, in the RAM 91c of the present embodiment, the game history information is not stored for each terminal identification information. Therefore, the storage capacity of the RAM 91c can be reduced.

[About the game history database]
Next, the game history database stored in the storage unit 220 of the management server 1200 will be described. FIG. 39 shows an example of a game history database. As shown in FIG. 39, the game history database contains terminal identification information (SIM data) capable of identifying the mobile terminal 1100 owned by the player, game date and time, password (last issued), number of digested games, and so on. The number of winnings, the number of ATs, the current level of the character, the experience value acquired by the player, etc. of the predetermined role (bonus, small role, at least one of the replaying roles, etc.) are classified by player (by terminal identification information). It is registered. The stored information transmitted via the player's mobile terminal 1100 is stored in the game history database of the storage unit 220.

[About the startup process executed by the main control unit 41]
The main control unit 41 executes the start-up process when the power supply to the slot machine 1 is resumed after the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped (power cut off). Here, as a factor of stopping the power supply to the slot machine 1, a store clerk or the like turns off the power switch 39 of the slot machine 1, and a sudden power failure such as a power failure is said. Including things.

FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing the activation process by the main control unit 41. FIG. 40 shows the main processing. The main control unit 41 determines whether or not the setting key switch 37 is in the ON state (S22). When the setting key switch 37 is in the ON state (Y in S22), the main control unit 41 shifts to the setting change state (S24). The setting change state is a state in which the set value can be changed by operating the reset / setting switch 38 (see FIG. 6) provided inside the slot machine 1 after the front door 1b is opened. Further, the set value is a value that specifies the winning probability in the internal lottery, and is a value that is stored in the set value work. The set value consists of 6 levels from 1 to 6, with 6 having the highest degree of advantage for the player (higher medal payout rate), and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 the lower the degree of advantage. (The medal payout rate will be lower). That is, when 6 is set as the set value, the advantage is highest for the player, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 is, the lower the advantage is.

Further, in S24, the main control unit 41 transmits a setting start command to the sub control unit 91 (S24), and shifts to the processing of S26. The setting start command is a command that can identify that the setting change state has been started. The sub-control unit 91 recognizes that the transition to the setting change state has been started by receiving the setting start command.

On the other hand, when the setting key switch 37 is in the OFF state (N in S22), the main control unit 41 shifts to the processing of S26 without performing the processing of S24. In S26, the notification state of the predetermined notification unit is controlled to the state before the power failure. Here, the slot machine 1 has a backup power supply. Therefore, even if a sudden power failure (for example, a power failure) occurs, the backup power is supplied to the main control unit 41 and the sub control unit 91, so that the information stored in the backup area for a predetermined period of time is stored. (Hereinafter, also referred to as pre-power failure information) can be retained. When the main control unit 41 and the sub control unit 91 recover from the power failure, the display states of various notification units can be returned to the display state before the power failure based on the information and flags saved in the backup area. .. Here, as shown in FIG. 50, the predetermined notification units are "1BETLED14, 2BETLED15, 3BETLED16 (hereinafter, also referred to as BET display unit)" and "Payout number display unit (game auxiliary display) 12". And "a transmission region 51b (hereinafter, also referred to as a winning display unit) corresponding to the see-through window 3 that lights the reel LED 55 when the small winning combination wins and notifies that the small winning combination has won." After the processing of S26, the process proceeds to the processing of S32.

In S32, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the setting start command has been transmitted (that is, whether or not the process in S24 has been executed). Explaining the method of this determination, for example, when the process of S24 is executed, the setting start command transmission completed flag is stored in the RAM of the main control unit 41. In S32, it is determined whether or not the setting start command transmission completed flag is stored, and if it is determined that the setting start command transmission completed flag is stored, YES is determined in S32. On the other hand, if it is determined in S32 that the setting start command transmission completed flag is not stored, it is determined as NO in S32. If YES is determined in S32, the setting start command transmission completed flag is deleted.

In S34, it is determined whether or not the set value confirmation operation has been executed. Here, the set value confirmation operation is an operation of confirming the set value changed in the setting change state. The setting value confirmation operation of the present embodiment is "after the operation of the start switch 7, the operation of turning off the setting key switch 37 after the operation of the start switch 7, and the operation of turning off the setting key switch 37. This is an operation of closing the front door 1b. " In S34, it waits until the set value confirmation operation is executed (NO in S34). Further, when it is determined in S34 that the set value determination operation has been executed, the process proceeds to the process of S36.

In S36, the setting change state is terminated and a setting termination command is transmitted to the sub control unit 91. The setting end command is a command that can identify that the setting change state has ended. The sub-control unit 91 recognizes that the setting change state has been completed by receiving the setting end command.

On the other hand, if the main control unit 41 does not transmit the setting command (start command) (N in S32), the main control unit 41 ends the process without performing the process of S34.

Further, in the start-up process, in addition to the process shown in FIG. 40, an error detection process for detecting the presence or absence of an error is executed in each unit of the main control unit 41.

[About startup processing executed by sub-control unit 91]
The sub-control unit 91 executes the start-up process when the power supply to the slot machine 1 is resumed after the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped (power cut off). FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing the activation process in the sub control unit 91. The sub-control unit 91 executes the initial operation of the accessory 200 (S52). Here, the initial operation of the accessory 200 is to displace the accessory 200 existing at the initial position (position shown in FIG. 4) to the drive position (position shown in FIG. 52). By executing the initial operation of the accessory 200 in this way, the store clerk or the like can confirm whether or not the accessory 200 is normally displaced when the power failure is restored.

Next, the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the setting start command has been received (S54). Here, the setting start command is transmitted in S24 of FIG. 40. When the sub-control unit 91 receives the setting start command (Y in S54), the sub-control unit 91 displays the characters "setting is being changed" (see S56, FIGS. 53 (B-1) and (B-2)). Next, the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the setting end command has been received (S58). When the sub-control unit 91 does not receive the setting end command (N in S58), it waits until it receives the setting end command, and when it receives the setting end command (Y in S58), " The display of the characters "setting is being changed" is terminated (S60), and the process is terminated. On the other hand, if the sub-control unit 91 does not receive the setting start command (N in S54), the sub-control unit 91 ends the process. Further, in the activation process, in addition to the process shown in FIG. 41, an error detection process for detecting the presence or absence of an error is executed in each unit of the sub control unit 91.

[Processing during game executed by sub-control unit 91]
Next, the in-game processing executed during the game by the sub-control unit 91 will be described. The term "during a game" means a state after the activation process is completed. FIG. 42 is a flowchart showing the processing during the game. The sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the AT lottery has been executed (S102). When the AT lottery is executed (Y in S102), the sub-control unit 91 executes the effect lottery. In the production lottery, one of the notification production described with reference to FIGS. 45 to 49, the rock-paper-scissors production described with reference to FIG. 52, and no production is determined by a random number lottery. When the execution of the rock-paper-scissors effect is decided by the effect lottery, the type of the rock-paper-scissors effect is determined using the effect table shown in FIG. 43 (S104). The rock-paper-scissors production is a production that includes a fanning production and an AT result production. The fanning effect is an effect that incites whether or not an AT has been won (a production that suggests the possibility of winning an AT). Further, the AT result effect is an effect executed after the execution of the fanning effect, and is an effect showing the result of the AT lottery.

In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 52 (B), the fanning effect is an effect in which the character character 200 and the enemy character image 400 wave their hands to each other. The fanning effect is executed for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds). By the AT lottery executed in S102 after the fanning effect, when the AT is won, the winning effect in which the character 200 wins the rock-paper-scissors is executed as the AT result effect. On the other hand, when the AT is not won by the AT lottery executed in S102, the defeat effect in which the character 200 loses to the rock-paper-scissors is executed as the AT result effect. Note that FIG. 52C shows a winning effect.

Furthermore, there are two types of fanning effects: no flame effect, small flame effect, and large flame effect. The small flame effect is an effect of displaying the small flame image at the place where the enemy character image 400 waves. The large flame effect is an effect of displaying the large flame image at the place where the enemy character image 400 waves. The flameless effect is an effect in which the character 200 and the enemy character image 400 wave their hands to each other without displaying the flame image. Note that FIG. 52B shows a large flame effect in which the flame image 310, which is a large flame, is displayed. The small flame effect is an effect in which a flame image smaller than the large flame is displayed (not shown in particular).

FIG. 43 is a diagram for explaining a rock-paper-scissors production table. FIG. 43 (A) is a table for determining the rock-paper-scissors effect when the AT is not won. FIG. 43 (B) is a table for determining the rock-paper-scissors effect when the AT is won.

In the examples of FIGS. 43 (A) and 43 (B), no flame loser, small flame loser, large flame loser, no flame win, small flame win, and large flame win are defined. Losing without flame refers to an effect in which a flameless effect is executed as a fanning effect, and a defeat effect is executed as an AT result effect. Xiao Yan defeat is a production in which a small flame production is executed as a fanning production, and a defeat production is executed as an AT result production. The big flame defeat is a production in which a large flame production is executed as a fanning production and a defeat production is executed as an AT result production. Winning without flame refers to an effect in which a flameless effect is executed as a fanning effect and a victory effect is executed as an AT result effect. Xiao Yan win refers to a production in which a small flame production is executed as a fanning effect and a winning effect is executed as an AT result production. A big flame win is a production in which a large flame effect is executed as a fanning effect and a victory effect is executed as an AT result effect.

In FIG. 43 (A), the execution probabilities of loss without flame, loss with small flame, and loss with large flame are defined as 98%, 1%, and 1%. In FIG. 43 (B), the execution probabilities of flameless win, small flame win, and large flame win when the number of granted AT games is 1 to 150 are defined as 50%, 25%, and 25%. There is. Further, it is stipulated that the execution probabilities of the flameless win, the small flame win, and the large flame win when the number of granted AT games is 151 to 300 are 10%, 20%, and 70%.

The description returns to FIG. When the processing of S104 is completed, the process proceeds to S106. On the other hand, if the AT lottery is not executed (N in S102), the process proceeds to S106 without performing the process of S104.

In S106, the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the mission achievement condition is satisfied. FIG. 44 shows an example of a mission database. This mission database is stored in ROM 91b. In the example of FIG. 44, the mission achievement condition and the start timing of the mission achievement notification when the mission is achieved are defined for each mission. Further, when the mission achievement condition is satisfied, the sub-control unit 91 gives an experience value corresponding to the mission corresponding to the mission achievement condition.

In this embodiment, there are 100 types of missions. In the following, the mission identification information will be described as a reference code for the mission. For example, the mission of the mission identification information M1 is the mission M1. For example, the mission achievement condition of mission M1 is a condition that is satisfied when the bell wins five times after being controlled during the game history update period.

Further, the mission achievement condition of the mission M3 is a condition that is satisfied by executing the rock-paper-scissors effect (see FIG. 52). Further, the mission achievement condition of the mission M5 is a condition that is satisfied by digesting 500 games after being controlled during the game history update period. Further, when the mission achievement condition of the mission M3 or the mission achievement condition of the mission M5 is satisfied, the accessory 200 operates. As described above, among the missions, there are missions (hereinafter, referred to as "role-related missions") in which the accessory 200 operates by achieving the missions M3 and M5.

In S106, when it is determined that any of the mission achievement conditions of missions M1 to M100 is satisfied (Y in S106), the mission achievement conditions of the character-related missions (missions M3, M5, etc.) are satisfied. Whether or not it is determined (S108). When it is determined that the mission achievement condition of the accessory-related mission is satisfied (Y in S108), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the mark detection circuit 105 has detected the mark 201 (see FIG. 7). (S110). When YES is determined in S110, that is, when it is determined that the accessory 200 is normally displaced, the process proceeds to S116. In S116, the sub-control unit 91 executes notification of the achieved mission (hereinafter, referred to as mission achievement notification). For example, when the mission achievement condition of the mission M1 is satisfied, a character such as "Mission M1 achieved! Congratulations!" Is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. At the same time, the sub-control unit 91 assigns the experience value corresponding to the mission M1 (additionally updates the experience value stored in the game history database shown in FIG. 39 (A)).

On the other hand, when the mission achievement condition of the accessory-related mission is not satisfied (N in S108), the sub-control unit 91 executes the process of S116 without performing the process of S110, and ends the process. ..

If the mark 201 is not detected (N in S110), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed from the achievement of the accessory-related mission (S112). When it is determined that a predetermined time has elapsed from the time of the character-related mission achievement condition (Y in S112), the sub-control unit 91 performs the character error processing (S114) and executes the mission achievement notification (S116). End the process.

Here, the processing of S112 will be described. When the mission achievement condition of the accessory-related mission is satisfied (Y in S108), if the accessory drive device 99 is normal, the accessory 200 is normally displaced. Therefore, it should be determined as YES in S110. However, when the determination is YES in S108 and the mark 201 is not detected for a predetermined time (S112), it means that the accessory drive device 99 has failed or is likely to fail. Is. In such a case, the accessory error processing (S114) is executed.

In the accessory error processing, for example, the liquid crystal display 51 may display that the accessory is an error. Further, an error signal indicating that the accessory is an error may be output to a hall computer (not shown) installed in the game store. As a result, it is possible to notify the clerk or the like that the accessory drive device 99 is out of order.

Further, after the processing of S114 is completed, the mission achievement notification of S116 is executed and the experience value is given. That is, even when the mark 201 is not detected, the mission achievement notification is executed and the experience value is given. This is terrible for the player if the mission achievement notification is not executed because the accessory drive device 99 is out of order even though the mission achievement condition of the accessory-related mission is satisfied. There is a risk of diminishing interest. Therefore, in the present embodiment, when the mission achievement condition of the accessory-related mission is satisfied, the mission achievement notification and the experience value are given regardless of whether or not the mark 201 is detected. As a result, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game. It is assumed that the predetermined time is a time at which it can be determined that the accessory drive device 99 is out of order and is a time measured in advance. The predetermined time of this embodiment is, for example, 10 seconds.

In S108, and for at least some of the mission achievement conditions of missions M1 to M100 (hereinafter referred to as "specific missions"), the missions once achieved after being controlled during the game history update period are twice. Even if the above is achieved, it may be determined that the established mission achievement condition has not been achieved. For example, a case where the specific mission is mission 1 will be described. When the bell wins five times for the first time after being controlled during the game history update period, it is determined to be YES in S106. Further, when the bell wins 5 times (that is, when the bell wins 10 times after being controlled during the game history update period), it is determined as NO in S106. As a result, it is possible to prevent duplicate mission achievement notifications and experience value assignments.

Further, the accessory 200 may be operated even when the mission achievement condition of the accessory-related mission is not satisfied. For example, when a predetermined accessory operating condition is satisfied, the accessory 200 may be operated with a predetermined probability (including 100%). It is preferable that the operating condition of the accessory is a condition that is advantageous to the player. For example, the accessory operation condition may be a condition that is satisfied by winning a bonus.

[About reel control when winning a small role]
45 to 49 are diagrams for explaining reel control at the time of winning a small winning combination. 45 to 49 will be described when the execution of the notification effect is determined in the effect lottery executed when the AT lottery target combination is won. By executing the notification effect, it is possible to suggest which lottery target combination has been won. Despite these effects being executed, the character image displayed in the notification effect (for example, a pattern showing a cherry or a pattern showing a watermelon) shows the display result on the invalid line, not on the winning line. If this is the case, the display result on the invalid line may be mistaken for the result of the game.

In the present embodiment, in order to prevent the player from misidentifying the image displayed in such a notification effect, the following reel control is performed in relation to the symbol actually displayed on the winning line LN. Running. FIG. 45 shows reel control when a strong cherry lip or a weak cherry lip is won. In FIG. 45, the stop operation is executed in the stop order of left, middle, and right. When stopping in the left, middle, and right stop order, aim the 3rd red 7 symbol shown in FIG. 5 in the frame of the see-through window 3 (upper position of the frame) on the left reel 2L and stop the stop switch 8L. Let me. If you press the stop switch at such a position, you can prevent the cherry and watermelon from being missed. When the strong cherry lip is won, the notification effect of displaying the character image of the cherry in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is executed.

45 (a) to 45 (c) show the case where the operation is performed at the timing when the pressing is successful, and FIGS. 45 (d) to 45 (f) show the case where the operation is performed at the timing when the pressing fails. The timing at which the pressing is successful and the timing at which the pressing is unsuccessful will be specifically described with reference to FIG. For example, when the left reel 2L is first stopped when the strong cherry lip is won, the timing when the second cherry symbol of FIG. 5 can be stopped at the lower stage of the left reel 2L is the timing at which the push is successful. Since the range from the 2nd cherry symbol to the symbol 4 frames ahead can be pulled in, the 18th blank symbol, the 19th replay symbol, the 20th bell symbol, and the 1st watermelon symbol are on the left reel 2L. When the stop switch 8L is stopped when the cherry symbol is in the lower position or when the second cherry symbol is in the lower position of the left reel 2L, the cherry symbol is stopped at the lower position of the left reel 2L. Is possible. Such a case is the timing when the push is successful. In addition, when the stop operation of the stop switch 8L is executed when the red 7 symbol to the 17th bar symbol of No. 3 is in the lower position of the left reel 2L, the cherry symbol stops at the lower position of the left reel 2L. It becomes impossible to make it. Such a case is the timing at which the push failure occurs.

When the stop switch 8L is stopped at the timing when the strong cherry lip is successfully pressed, the cherry symbol stops at the lower stage of the left reel 2L as shown in FIG. 45 (a). Next, the stop switch 8C is stopped by aiming the No. 3 red 7 symbol shown in FIG. 5 in the frame of the see-through window 3 on the middle reel 2C. When the stop switch 8C is stopped at the timing when the pressing is successful, the cherry symbol is stopped in the middle stage of the middle reel as shown in FIG. 45 (b). Further, since the cherry symbols are always arranged within 5 frames on the right reel 2R, when the strong cherry lip is won, the cherry symbols always stop in the upper row as shown in FIG. 45 (c). As shown in FIG. 45 (c), three cherry symbols are stopped on the winning line LN, and the replaying combination wins a prize. This shows the case where the symbol combination showing the winning of the lip 15 at the time of winning the strong cherry lip shown in FIG. 15 is derived.

Further, when the stop switch 8L is stopped at the timing when the strong cherry lip is won, the replay symbol is stopped at the lower stage of the left reel 2L as shown in FIG. 45 (d). Next, in the middle reel 2C, when the stop switch 8C is stopped at the timing when the pressing is successful, the replay symbol is stopped in the middle stage of the middle reel as shown in FIG. 45 (e). However, since the cherry symbols are always arranged within 5 frames on the right reel 2R, FIG. 45 (f) is displayed on the right reel 2R when the strong cherry lip is won, regardless of whether or not it is the timing of the failure of pressing. ), The cherry pattern always stops at the top. As shown in FIG. 45 (f), on the winning line LN, the symbols are stopped at the symbol combination of replay-replay-cherry, and the replay combination is won. This shows the case where the symbol combination showing the winning of the lip 16 at the time of winning the strong cherry lip shown in FIG. 15 is derived.

If the left reel 2L is successfully pressed and the middle reel 2C is not pressed, the cherry-replay-cherry symbol combination is displayed on the winning line LN. Further, if the left reel 2L fails to be pressed and the middle reel 2C is successfully pressed, the replay-cherry-cherry symbol combination is displayed on the winning line LN. In any case, the cherry pattern will be displayed on the winning line LN (upper part of the right reel 2R).

The sub-control unit 91 executes an effect suggesting winning of the cherry lip, and as shown in FIGS. 45 (a) to 45 (c), when the stop switches 8L to 8R are operated at the timing when the pressing is successful, the left Cherry symbols are aligned on the winning line LN including the reel 2L and the middle reel 2C. Further, when the sub-control unit 91 executes an effect suggesting the winning of the cherry lip and the stop switches 8L to 8R are operated at the timing when the pressing failure occurs, as shown in FIGS. 45 (d) to 45 (f). , The replay symbol is aligned on the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C on the winning line LN, while the cherry symbol is derived on the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. In this way, even when the stop switches 8L to 8R are operated at a timing different from the success timing, a display result indicating that the cherry lip has been won is derived on the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. That is, the symbol displayed in the notification effect is always displayed on the winning line LN. Therefore, it can be shown that the display result displayed on the winning line LN is the cherry lip winning at both the timing when the pressing is successful and the timing when the pressing is unsuccessful, and the display result displayed on the winning line LN. It is possible to prevent the misunderstanding that is not the result of the game.

Further, as shown in FIG. 45 (c), when the stop switches 8L to 8R are operated at the timing when the push is successful at the time of winning the strong cherry lip, if only the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C on the winning line LN are used. Cherry patterns are also available on the right reel 2R. Therefore, regardless of whether or not the cherry symbol is derived to the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C, the cherry symbol can also be derived to the right reel 2R, as shown in FIGS. 45 (c) and 45 (f). In addition, the control contents for the right reel 2R can be standardized.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 45 (c) and 45 (f), even when the pressing is successful and the cherry symbol is derived to all reels, the pressing fails and the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C are displayed. Even if the cherry symbol is not derived and the cherry symbol is derived to the right reel 2R on the winning line LN, the replaying role wins as a winning of the strong cherry lip. Therefore, even if the cherry symbol is not derived to the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C, a prize is generated, so that the interest of the game is improved.

Further, as shown in FIG. 45 (g), when the stop switches 8L to 8R are stopped at the timing when the weak cherry lip is successfully pressed, the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C on the winning line LN are operated. The cherry symbol is derived at the same time, and the cherry symbol is not derived on the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. Instead, on the right reel, the cherry symbol is derived on the invalid line LM4 (lower on the right reel 2R). Therefore, if the winning suggestion effect suggesting the winning of the cherry rip is executed and the stop operation is executed at the timing when the pressing is successful, the strong cherry rip is won or weak depending on the position of the cherry symbol on the right reel 2R. You can check if you have won the cherry reel. Note that FIG. 45 (g) shows a case where a symbol combination indicating a winning of the lip 15 at the time of winning the weak cherry lip is derived.

Further, as shown in FIG. 45 (h), when the stop switches 8L to 8R are stopped at the timing when the weak cherry lip is won, the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C on the winning line LN are stopped. The replay symbol is derived and the cherry symbol is derived to the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. The symbol combination (replay-replay-cherry) on the winning line LN is the same as the symbol combination on the winning line LN when the stop switches 8L to 8R are stopped at the timing when the push failure occurs when the strong cherry lip is won. Is. Therefore, it is possible to indicate that the display result displayed on the winning line LN is a cherry lip winning, and it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result displayed on the winning line LN. Since the same display results are derived from FIGS. 45 (f) and 45 (h), it can be determined that the cherry lip has been won, but the strength of the cherry lip cannot be determined.

If only one of the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C is successfully pressed when the weak cherry lip is won, the cherry symbol is derived on the winning line LN of the reel that was successfully pressed and fails. Reel control is performed on the reel to derive the replay symbol. Then, with respect to the right reel 2R, control is performed so that the cherry symbol is derived on the winning line LN (upper stage of the right reel 2R).

FIG. 46 shows the time when the middle cherry lip is won. In FIG. 46, the stop operation is executed in the order of stopping in the middle, left, and right. When the middle reel 2C is first stopped, the stop switch 8L is stopped by aiming the third red 7 symbol shown in FIG. 5 within the frame of the see-through window 3. The red 7 symbol is a symbol that is common to the cherry symbol in that it has a red aspect.

When the middle reel 2C is pressed at the timing when the middle reel 2C is successfully pressed when the middle reel 2C is won, the red 7 symbol stops in the middle of the middle reel 2C as shown in FIG. 46 (a). Further, when the left reel 2L is operated at the timing when the pressing is successful, the cherry symbol stops in the middle stage of the left reel 2L as shown in FIG. 46 (b). Further, when the right reel 2R is operated at the timing when the pressing is successful, as shown in FIG. 46 (c), the cherry symbol stops at the upper stage of the right reel 2R and the red 7 symbol stops at the lower stage of the right reel 2R. To do. Note that FIG. 46 (c) is a symbol combination in the case where the BB5 is simultaneously won together with the middle cherry winning. In this way, not only the arrangement of the cherry symbols on the right reel 2R, but also the red 7 symbols on the middle reel 2C can suggest the winning of the cherry lip, and the result of the game that wins the cherry is not on the winning line LN. It is possible to prevent misidentification of.

When the stop switch is operated at the timing when both the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C fail to be pressed, the replay symbol is derived on the winning line LN to the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C, and the right reel is right reel. The cherry pattern is derived in the upper part of 2R. That is, the same control as in FIG. 45 (f) and FIG. 45 (h) is executed. In this way, regardless of whether the weak cherry lip, the strong cherry lip, or the middle cherry lip is won, it is possible to standardize the control when the button is executed at the timing when the push failure occurs. If only one of the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C is successfully pressed, the cherry symbol is derived on the winning line LN of the reel that was successfully pressed, and the replay symbol is displayed on the failed reel. Reel control to derive is performed. Then, with respect to the right reel 2R, control is performed so that the cherry symbol is derived on the winning line LN (upper stage of the right reel 2R).

FIG. 47 shows when the watermelon is won. In FIG. 47, the stop operation is executed in the stop order of left, middle, and right. FIGS. 47 (a) to 47 (c) show the case where the operation is performed at the timing when the pressing failure occurs. The timing of failure to press the button will be specifically described with reference to FIG. For example, when the left reel 2L is first stopped when the watermelon is won, the first watermelon symbol, the sixth watermelon symbol, and the eleventh watermelon symbol in FIG. 5 can be stopped at the upper stage of the left reel 2L. It is the timing to become. Then, when the 12th bell symbol to the 16th bar symbol are stopped at the timing of stopping at the upper stage of the left reel 2L, the timing at which the push failure occurs.

When the stop switch 8L is stopped at the timing when the watermelon is won, the BAR symbol is stopped at the upper stage of the left reel 2L as shown in FIG. 47 (a). The BAR symbol is a symbol used as a symbol constituting the watermelon. Next, in the middle reel 2C, since the watermelon symbol is always arranged within 5 frames, the middle reel 2C is placed in the middle stage as shown in FIG. 47 (b) when the watermelon is won, regardless of the timing of pressing. The watermelon pattern always stops. Further, when the stop switch 8R is stopped at the timing when the watermelon is won, the blank symbol a (bra a) is stopped at the lower stage of the right reel 2R as shown in FIG. 47 (c).

In the middle reel 2C, the watermelon symbol is always arranged within 5 frames. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 47, when the watermelon is won, the reel control is executed so that the watermelon symbol is always displayed in the middle row in the middle reel 2C. can do. By doing so, the watermelon symbol is displayed on the winning line, so that the symbol displayed in the notification effect is always displayed on the winning line LN. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the misunderstanding that the result of the game in which the watermelon is won is not on the winning line LN.

FIG. 48 shows when a strong cherry lip, a weak cherry lip, or a middle cherry lip is won. In FIG. 48, the stop operation is executed in the order of stopping right, middle, and left. As shown in FIG. 48A, the right reel 2R is first stopped when the reel is rotating. As shown in FIG. 48 (b), when the right reel 2R is first stopped, when the cherry lip is won, the cherry symbol always appears in the upper stage of the right reel 2R on the winning line. Therefore, it is possible to suggest that the cherry lip is won at the stage of the first stop. However, at this point, it is unclear what kind of symbols are stopped on the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C, so it is not known whether the cherry lip is strong, weak, or middle.

When the stop switches 8L and 8C are stopped at the timing when the push is successful, when the strong cherry lip is won, the cherry symbols are aligned on the winning line as shown in FIG. 48 (c). In addition, when the stop switches 8L and 8C are stopped at the timing when the push is successful, when the weak cherry lip is won, as shown in FIG. 48 (d), the replay-cherry-cherry is displayed on the winning line. The patterns are aligned. Further, when the stop switches 8L and 8C are stopped at the timing when the push is successful, when the middle-stage cherry lip is won, as shown in FIG. 48 (e), on the invalid line LM2 (middle stage of the left reel 2L). The cherry pattern is derived from. Note that FIG. 48 (e) shows the time when the bonus and the middle cherry lip are simultaneously won. In the case of winning the middle cherry lip alone, the red 7 symbols will not be aligned in the lower right corner.

In this way, when the right reel 2R is stopped first when the cherry lip is won, the cherry symbol is derived to the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. Therefore, it can be suggested that the display result displayed on the winning line LN before the operation of the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C is the cherry winning. That is, it is suggested at the time of the first stop that the symbol displayed in the notification effect is displayed on the winning line LN. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the misunderstanding that the result of the game in which the cherry is won is not on the winning line LN.

FIG. 49 shows the time when the watermelon was won. In FIG. 49, the stop operations are executed in the order of stopping in the middle, right, and left. As shown in FIG. 49A, the middle reel 2C is first stopped from the time when the reel is rotating. As shown in FIG. 49 (b), when the middle reel 2C is first stopped, the watermelon symbol always appears in the middle stage of the middle reel 2C on the winning line when the watermelon is won. Therefore, it is possible to suggest that the watermelon is won at the stage of the first stop.

In this way, when the middle reel 2C is stopped first when the watermelon is won, the watermelon symbol is derived to the middle reel 2C on the winning line LN. Therefore, it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result displayed on the winning line before the operation of the left reel 2L and the right reel 2R.

[About the notification mode of various notification units]
Next, a notification mode of a predetermined notification unit (1BETLED14, 2BETLED15, 3BETLED16 (BET display unit), payout number display unit 12 (game auxiliary display), transmission area 51b (winning display unit)) will be described. FIG. 50 is a diagram for explaining a notification mode of various notification units.

FIGS. 50 (a) to 50 (c) show the notification states of various notification units when a middle bell is awarded as a small winning combination as a result of playing a game. Further, FIGS. 50 (d) to 50 (f) show the notification states of the various notification units when the initial state is reached due to the establishment of various conditions. For example, when the middle bell is won, nine medals are paid out as shown in FIG. When the middle bell wins a prize, the BET display unit is maintained in the lit state as shown in FIG. 50 (a). Further, when a prize is won in the middle bell, as shown in FIG. 50 (b), the payout number display unit 12 is displayed with a value indicating nine pieces. The payout number display unit 12 is displayed by segment display. Further, when a prize is generated in the middle bell, as shown in FIG. 50 (c), it is indicated by lighting the reel LED 55 that the middle bell has won a prize. It can be confirmed from the winning display unit that the portion corresponding to the bell symbol (index symbol shown in FIG. 11) shown in the middle of the reels 2L to 2R emits light.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 50A to 50C, when 30 seconds have passed as a predetermined time without BET operation after the small winning combination of the middle bell is generated, the various notification units are displayed in FIG. 50 (d). )-(F), the display mode changes to the initial state. For example, when 30 seconds have passed from the state of FIG. 50 (a), the display mode of the BET display unit changes to the LED off state shown in FIG. 50 (d). Further, the payout number display unit 12 changes from the display of "09" shown in FIG. 50 (b) to the state of "00" shown in FIG. 50 (e). Further, the winning display unit changes from the lighting state of the reel LED 55 shown in FIG. 50 (c) to the extinguishing state of the reel LED 55 shown in FIG. 50 (f).

Here, the elapsed time of 30 seconds may be timed by a timer (not shown) that starts counting after the display by paying out the small winning combination provided on the game control board 40 side is executed. Further, regarding the lighting time of the reel LED 55, the control of turning off the reel LED 55 may be executed based on the information regarding the timing of the timer transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91. The time when the small winning combination is won may be started from the time when the three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, or from the time when the payout of medals is completed.

Here, 30 seconds shown as a predetermined time is the same time as the transition time to the specific mode. The specific mode is a mode in which a demonstration effect (demonstration effect) is executed. In the demonstration effect, for example, the characters and story contents appearing in the effect of the slot machine 1, the video explaining the effect to be executed, and the like flow in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. In order to cancel the demo production as a specific mode, it is sufficient to insert a medal or perform a BET operation.

In the specific mode, the power saving mode may be entered after 30 seconds have elapsed as a predetermined time. The power saving mode is a mode in which the amount of light and the volume are reduced as compared with those during the game in order to suppress the power consumption in the slot machine 1 when the player is not playing the game. For example, in the power saving mode, the amount of light in the display area of the liquid crystal display 51 is reduced and the volume is set to none. Further, in the display area, the characters "power saving mode" indicating that the power saving mode is currently set are displayed. To cancel the power saving mode as a specific mode, a medal may be inserted or a BET operation may be performed.

In this way, the demo effect is executed 30 seconds after the end of the previous game. Therefore, it is possible to standardize the timer for timing 30 seconds from the small winning combination and the timer for timing the demo effect to be executed 30 seconds after the end of the previous game. Further, the power saving mode may be set after 30 seconds have passed since the end of the previous game. In this way, it is possible to standardize the timer for timing 30 seconds from the small winning combination and the timer for timing the power saving mode after 30 seconds have passed from the end of the previous game.

Further, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the setting is changed, the display states of the various notification units are changed from the display states shown in FIGS. 50 (a) to 50 (c) to FIGS. 50 (d) to 50 (f). It changes to the display state of the initial state indicated by. The setting change state is a state in which the set value can be changed by the reset / setting switch 38. A power supply box 100 is provided inside the housing 1a. The power box 100 is provided with a keyhole into which a clerk inserts a setting key in order to switch to a setting change state when the power is turned on (at startup). When the setting key owned by the clerk is inserted into the keyhole and the key is turned to the right, the setting key switch 37 is turned on. The state in which the setting key switch 37 is turned on is the setting change state. On the other hand, when the setting key is inserted into the keyhole and the key is turned counterclockwise, the setting key switch 37 is turned off.

Since the setting key switch 37 cannot be operated unless the front door 1b is unlocked and opened, a person other than the clerk who owns the door key cannot operate the setting key switch 37 from the outside. Further, since the setting key switch 37 cannot be operated unless the setting key is inserted into the keyhole, a person other than the clerk who owns the setting key cannot operate the setting key switch 37.

Further, the power supply box 100 has a setting switch 38 for changing the set value of the winning probability (payout rate) of the internal lottery in the setting change state, and a power switch 39 operated when the power is turned on / off. It is provided. Here, a state in which the set value can be confirmed by displaying the set value read from the RAM on the set value display 24 on the set value display 24 is referred to as a setting confirmation state.

The display state of the various notification units shown in FIGS. 50 (a) to 50 (c) at the time of winning a small winning combination changes to the display state of FIGS. 50 (d) to (f) as the initial state by changing the setting. Change.

Further, when there is a settlement operation in which the credit and the set number of bets are settled and returned by pressing the settlement switch 10, the display states of the various notification units shown in FIGS. 50A to 50C are shown in FIG. It changes to the display state of the initial state of 50 (d) to (f). Further, by the BET operation of setting the bet number by operating the MAXBET switch 6 or the like, the BET display unit changes from the lighting state of FIG. 50 (a) to the extinguishing state of FIG. ) Is lit. Further, the payout number display unit 12 and the winning display unit are changed from the display state as shown in FIGS. 50 (b) and 50 (c) to the initial state as shown in FIGS. 50 (e) and 50 (f) by the BET operation.

Further, the slot machine 1 has a backup power supply. Therefore, even if a sudden power failure (for example, a power failure) occurs, the backup power is supplied to the main control unit 41 and the sub control unit 91, so that the information stored in the backup area for a predetermined period of time is stored. Can be retained. When the main control unit 41 and the sub control unit 91 recover from the power failure, the main control unit 41 and the sub control unit 91 display various notification units in FIGS. 50 (a) to 50 (c) before the power failure based on the information and flags saved in the backup area. After recovering from the power failure by turning on the power again, the state is controlled again to the state shown in FIGS. 50 (a) to 50 (c). Then, the various notification units are shown in FIGS. 50 (d) to 50 (f) after a lapse of 30 seconds after the power failure recovery process for recovering from the power failure is completed and the game process for starting the game is started. It will be displayed. Further, if a power failure occurs during the rotation of the reel, the reel is returned to the initial position after returning, and the various notification units complete the power failure recovery process for recovering from the power failure and start the game. After a lapse of 30 seconds from the start of the process, the display states of FIGS. 50 (d) to 50 (f) are displayed.

Here, the preparation that has been conventionally executed in order to know whether or not the set value has been changed from the closing of the hall (amusement park) on the previous day at the start of business on the next day will be described. The preparation is an act of winning a winning combination when the store is closed the day before and ending the game in a state where a number of "1" or more is displayed on the payout number display unit 12 (state of FIG. 50B). .. As a result of such an act, if the value is maintained at the start of business the next day (state in FIG. 50 (b)), the setting has not been changed and the displayed content is "0" ( It turns out that the setting (state in FIG. 50 (e)) has been changed. Further, if the BET display unit and the winning display unit are maintained in the lit state at the start of business the next day, it is easily understood that the settings have not been changed.

As a countermeasure against such preparation, the clerk in the hall had to execute the game a plurality of times after the store was closed in order to set the display of the payout number display unit 12 to "0". Further, even if the display of the payout number display unit 12 can be set to "0" by the settlement operation or the BET operation, the settlement operation or the BET operation must be executed after the store is closed, which is troublesome. ..

In the present embodiment, in order to reduce the work load of the clerk in such a hall and prevent the preparation, a small winning combination is generated, and the number of medals to be paid out is displayed on the payout number display unit 12. As the seconds elapse, the control of changing the display of the payout number display unit 12 to "0", which is the initial state, is executed. Similarly, the BET operation unit and the winning display unit are also controlled so as to change from the lighting state to the initial state of turning off when 30 seconds have passed from the small winning combination winning.

[About the display pattern of the payout number display section]
FIG. 51 is a diagram for explaining a display pattern of the payout number display unit (game auxiliary display) 12. As a display pattern of the payout number display unit 12, it can be displayed by a pattern as shown in FIG. In the table of FIG. 51, the column at the time of winning the replay on the left side shows the state in the slot machine 1. Further, in the patterns A to C which are the display patterns of the payout number display unit 12, "initial" indicates the initial state of the display of the payout number display unit 12 (for example, FIG. 50 (e)), and is "maintained". Indicates a state in which the display of the payout number display unit 12 is maintained (for example, FIG. 50 (b)). The payout number display unit 12 is controlled to the "initial" or "maintenance" state indicated by "◯" in the table in the state of the slot machine 1. "X" in the table indicates an uncontrolled state. Further, "-" in the table is the initial state at the time of lever operation because the payout number display unit 12 changed to the initial state at the time of BET operation in the operation of starting a series of games from the BET operation to the lever operation. It is shown that. Although the case where "0" is displayed on the payout number display unit 12 as the initial state is shown, the initial state may be indicated by a symbol other than 0, or a combination of 0 and the symbol (for example, "" 0. ") may be used, or the display may be turned off.

As shown in FIG. 51, in any of the patterns A to C, the payout number display unit 12 is in the initial state at the time of replay winning as a replay combination. Further, at the time of the settlement operation, the payout number display unit 12 is in the initial state in the A pattern and the B pattern, but the display of the payout number display unit 12 is maintained in the C pattern. Further, in a series of operations from the BET operation to the lever operation, in the A pattern, the display of the payout number display unit 12 is maintained during the BET operation, but the payout number display unit 12 is in the initial state during the lever operation. Further, in the B pattern and the C pattern, the payout number display unit 12 is in the initial state when the BET operation is performed, and remains in the initial state when the lever is operated.

Further, when 30 seconds have passed since the game was stopped, the payout number display unit 12 is in the initial state in the A pattern, and the display of the payout number display unit 12 is maintained in the B pattern and the C pattern. Further, after the setting change state (after default), the payout number display unit 12 becomes the initial state (default state) in any of the patterns A to C. Further, after the power failure is restored, the display of the payout number display unit 12 is maintained in the state before the power failure in any of the patterns A to C. The display state of the payout number display unit 12 is not limited to the patterns A to C, and may be a combination of any of the initial state and the state in which the display is maintained in each state.

[About rock-paper-scissors production]
Next, the details of the rock-paper-scissors production will be described with reference to FIG. 52. When the rock-paper-scissors effect is determined by the effect lottery, when the rock-paper-scissors effect is started, the accessory 200 is displaced from the initial position (see FIG. 4) to the drive position (position in FIG. 52 (A)). Further, the arm member 300 hidden in the accessory 200 is projected. In the rock-paper-scissors production, the character 200 functions as a ally character.

As shown in FIG. 52 (A), the rock-paper-scissors effect is started by displaying a notification image such as "rock-paper-scissors chance" notifying that the rock-paper-scissors effect is started on the liquid crystal display 51. Further, the sub-control unit 91 electronically displays the enemy character image 400 as an enemy character in the area on the left side of the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. In this way, the enemy character image 400 and the character 200 (friendly character) face each other in the left-right direction.

After that, the sub-control unit 91 outputs sounds such as "rock-paper-scissors" and "ken" from the speakers 53 and 54 in accordance with the time signatures of "rock-paper-scissors" and "rock-paper-scissors" as a fanning effect. In addition, the sub-control unit 91 swings the arm member 300 of the accessory 200 in the vertical direction in accordance with the beats of "Jan" and "Ken" as a fanning effect. At the same time, the sub-control unit 91 executes the determined fanning effect (any of no flame effect, small flame effect, and large flame effect) as the fanning effect. In addition, as a fanning effect, the enemy character image 400 is also displayed in a manner of waving his arm.

After the fanning effect is completed, the AT result effect as shown in FIG. 52 (C) is executed. The sub-control unit 91 outputs, for example, a voice such as "pon" from the speakers 53 and 54 in accordance with the beat of "pon" of rock-paper-scissors. Further, the sub-control unit 91 changes the finger member 311 of the arm member 300 of the accessory 200 to any of goo, choki, and par in accordance with the beat of "pon", as shown in FIG. 52 (C). .. As described above, the finger member 311 of the arm member 300 has a structure that can be changed to any of goo, choki, and par by the control of the sub control unit 91 as a decisive factor. FIG. 52 (C) shows an example in which the finger member 311 gives a choki as a decisive factor. Further, the sub-control unit 91 displays the effect image 320 according to the changed shape of the finger member 311 at a position superimposing on the arm member 300 of the accessory 200. In the present embodiment, a shadow image showing the shadow of the arm member 300 is displayed as the effect image 320. This makes it possible to make the kimarite look three-dimensional. In the example of FIG. 52C, the effect image 320 imitating the kimarite of choki is displayed.

On the other hand, the enemy character image 400 is also changed to an image showing any of goo, choki, and par as a decisive factor. The sub-control unit 91 maintains the shape of the finger member 311 of the accessory 200 after the change for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds), and also continues to display the enemy character image 400 that is making a decisive factor for the predetermined time. Let me. Further, although not shown in FIG. 52 (C), when the AT is won, an image such as "rock-paper-scissors win! AT game 300 game GET!" Is displayed. On the other hand, when the AT is not won, an image such as "Rock-paper-scissors loses! Sorry!" Is displayed.

[About the difference in the display of the liquid crystal display 51 between the execution of the fanning effect and the execution of the startup process]
Next, the difference in the display of the liquid crystal display 51 between the execution of the fanning effect and the execution of the activation process will be described with reference to FIG. 53. FIG. 53 (A) shows the execution of the fanning effect, and FIG. 53 (B) shows the initial operation (S52) of the accessory 200 during the execution of the activation process (see FIG. 41). ..

FIG. 53 (A-1) shows the display of the accessory 200 and the liquid crystal display 51 during the execution of the fanning effect. FIG. 53 (A-2) is an omission of the accessory 200 of FIG. 53 (A-1). As shown in FIGS. 53 (A-1) and 53 (A-2), a flame image 310, an enemy character image 400, and the character "rock-paper-scissors" are displayed as decorative displays during the fanning effect.

FIG. 53 (B-1) shows the display of the accessory 200 and the liquid crystal display 51 during the execution of the activation process. FIG. 53 (B-2) is an omission of the accessory 200 of FIG. 53 (B-1). As described in S52 of FIG. 41, in the activation process by the sub-control unit 91, a process of displacing the accessory 200 to the drive position is executed as an initial operation of the accessory 200. As shown in FIGS. 53 (B-1) and 53 (B-2), while the startup process is being executed, the decorative display shown in FIG. 53 (A-2) is not executed, and the characters "setting is being changed" (FIG. (See S56 of 41) is displayed. Note that no image of this character is displayed when the setting change state is not controlled (that is, when the setting start command is not transmitted in S24 of FIG. 40).

Further, although not particularly shown, as an initial operation of the accessory 200 during execution of the activation process, after the accessory 200 waving the hand as shown in FIG. 53 (B-1) for 5 seconds, a predetermined deciding factor. (In this embodiment, goo) is issued. When the accessory 200 makes the predetermined decision, the effect image 320 displayed during the rock-paper-scissors production is not displayed.

[About the main effects obtained by the first embodiment]
Next, the main effects obtained by the first embodiment will be described.

(1) According to the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 53 (A), during a game (for example, during a fanning effect), when the accessory 200 is displaced to the drive position, a decorative display (FIG. 52). By executing the flame image 310 of (B), the enemy character image 400, the display of the character "rock-paper-scissors", the effect image 320 of FIG. 52 (C), and the like), the interest of the game can be improved. If, during the initial operation of the game machine (during the activation process), the same decorative display as when the fanning effect is executed is executed, when the clerk or the like confirms the initial operation of the accessory 200, The decorative display may hinder the confirmation of the initial operation of the accessory 200. On the other hand, in the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 53 (B), the decorative display is not executed during the initial operation (during the activation process) of the game machine. Therefore, since it is possible to prevent the decorative display from hindering the confirmation of the accessory 200, it is possible to facilitate the confirmation process of the accessory 200.

(2) Further, as shown in FIG. 53 (B), the character "setting is being changed" which is not displayed during the game when the setting is changed during the initial operation (during startup processing). Is displayed. Therefore, it is possible to make the clerk or the like recognize that the setting is changed. Further, since the decorative display is not executed during the activation process, it is possible to prevent the decorative display from hindering the visibility of the characters "setting is being changed".

(3) By the way, conventionally, when a movable member such as an accessory 200 is operated, a display means such as a liquid crystal display 51 can display an effect image or the like in accordance with the operation of the movable member. Has been disclosed (for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2013-208308). However, in the gaming machine described in this document, it is not possible to display the effect display according to the situation when the movable member operates, and the effect display of the movable member and the display means are linked. There was a problem that the effect was insufficient. The present embodiment has been devised in view of such circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a game machine capable of enhancing an effect of effect in which the movement of a movable body and the effect display of a display means are linked. Is. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 43, any one of a flameless effect, a small flame effect, and a large flame effect can be executed as the fanning effect. Further, depending on these effects, the flame image can be prevented from being displayed, or the size of the flame image can be made different (different decorative displays can be displayed). Therefore, it is possible to improve the effect of the effect of linking the displacement of the accessory 200 and the decorative display.

(4) By the way, conventionally, there is a game machine provided with a display means such as a liquid crystal display 51 and a movable member such as an accessory 200. In such a game machine, when the movable member is displaced to a position where it overlaps with the display means, a predetermined image is displayed on the display means to emphasize the operation of the movable member (for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2013-099572). In the game machine described in this document, only a rough predetermined image is displayed in order to emphasize the operation of the movable member, and it is not possible to sufficiently enhance the interest of the game by the production using the movable member. The present embodiment has been devised in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present embodiment is to provide a game machine capable of further enhancing the game entertainment by directing using movable members.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 52 (C), the finger member 311 of the accessory 200 can be changed into a goo, a choki, and a par, and an effect image 320 corresponding to the changed shape can be displayed. is there. Therefore, it is possible to improve the effect of the effect of linking the change of the finger member 311 and the display of the effect image 320.

(5) By the way, conventionally, a gaming machine that gives a player some command (mission) during a game and notifies the player of the achievement of the mission when the mission is achieved during the game is disclosed. (For example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2014-158854). In the gaming machine described in this document, if the effect conditions predetermined as the mission include the operation of the movable member, the mission is achieved when the movable member operates due to a cause other than the effect operation. There was a case. The present embodiment has been devised in view of such circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a game machine that prevents the achievement of a mission when a movable accessory operates due to a cause other than the effect operation.

In the present embodiment, among the 100 types of mission achievement conditions shown in FIG. 44, there is a mission for operating the accessory 200 (for example, missions M3 and M5). When the mission achievement condition of the mission M3 or the mission M5 is satisfied, the accessory 200 operates and the mission achievement notification is executed. However, when the accessory 200 performs an operation different from the effect operation, the execution of the mission achievement notification is restricted (the mission achievement notification is not executed). In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 41, in the activation process of the sub-control unit 91, the initial operation of the accessory is executed in S52, but the mission achievement notification is not executed based on this initial operation. If the mission achievement notification is executed during the initial operation of the game machine (during the activation process), when the clerk or the like confirms the initial operation of the accessory 200, the confirmation to the initial operation of the accessory 200 is confirmed. There is a risk that the mission achievement notification will be hindered. On the other hand, in the present embodiment, the mission achievement notification is not executed during the initial operation (during the activation process) of the game machine. Therefore, since it is possible to prevent the confirmation of the accessory 200 from being hindered by the mission achievement notification, it is possible to facilitate the confirmation process of the accessory 200.

(6) Further, there are a plurality of timings at which the accessory 200 operates. In the present embodiment, the accessory 200 operates when the mission achievement conditions of the accessory-related missions (missions M3 and M5) shown in FIG. 44 are satisfied, or when the predetermined accessory operating conditions are satisfied. Therefore, since it is possible to increase the chances of operating the accessory 200, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

(7) Further, when the mission achievement condition of the accessory-related mission is satisfied (YES in S108 of FIG. 42), even if the accessory 200 does not operate due to a failure of the accessory drive device 99 or the like (S112). YES), mission achievement notification is executed (S116). Therefore, "even if the mission achievement condition of the accessory-related mission is satisfied, it is unreasonable that the mission achievement notification is not executed because the accessory 200 cannot operate due to a failure or the like". It is possible to prevent a decline in interest.

(8) By the way, as a conventional slot machine, a winning line related to the occurrence of a prize (result of a game) and an invalid line not related to the occurrence of a prize are set, and when a winning combination is won, a predetermined notification effect is produced. There is a document (for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2014-083302) that discloses a winning combination that occurs when a winning symbol combination corresponding to a winning combination stops on the winning line. In addition, as a winning combination, when the winning symbol combination is set as a loose pattern and the winning symbol combination is stopped on the winning line, the alignment of the predetermined symbols is stopped on the invalid line, and the winning is generated. A role (for example, the upper bell) was provided. However, the notification effect executed in the slot machine described in this document suggests a predetermined symbol that stops on the invalid line, not a symbol that constitutes the winning symbol combination that stops on the winning line. As a result, there is a risk that the player may misidentify the predetermined symbol stopped on the invalid line as if it were the result of the game. The present embodiment has been conceived in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present embodiment is to provide a slot machine that prevents the result of a game from being misunderstood.

Specifically, when the sub-control unit 91 executes an effect suggesting the winning of the cherry lip and the stop switch is operated at the timing when the pressing is successful, as shown in FIGS. 45 (a) to 45 (c). , Cherry symbols are aligned on the winning line LN including the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C. In addition, the sub-control unit 91 executes an effect suggesting winning of the cherry lip, and as shown in FIGS. 45 (d) to 45 (f), when the stop switch is operated at the timing when the pressing failure occurs, the winning line While the replay symbols are aligned on the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C on the LN, the cherry symbol is derived on the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. In this way, even when the stop switch is operated at a timing different from the success timing, a display result indicating that the cherry lip has been won is derived on the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. Therefore, it can be shown that the display result displayed on the winning line LN is a cherry lip winning, and the display result displayed on the winning line LN is mistaken as the display result displayed on the invalid line. Can be prevented.

(9) Further, as shown in FIG. 45 (c), when the stop switches 8L to 8R are operated at the timing when the push is successful at the time of winning the strong cherry lip, the left reel 2L and the middle reel on the winning line LN Cherry patterns are available not only on 2C but also on the right reel 2R. Therefore, regardless of whether or not the cherry symbol is derived to the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C, the cherry symbol can also be derived to the right reel 2R, as shown in FIGS. 45 (c) and 45 (f). In addition, the control contents for the right reel 2R can be standardized.

(10) Further, as shown in FIG. 48 (b), when the right reel 2R is stopped first at the time of winning the cherry lip, the cherry symbol is derived to the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the display result displayed on the winning line LN before the operation of the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C from being mistakenly recognized as the display result displayed on the invalid line.

(11) Further, as shown in FIGS. 45 (c) and 45 (f), the cherry symbol is not derived to the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C due to the failure of the push, and the cherry symbol is drawn to the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. Even if is derived, the reel player will win as a prize for the strong cherry lip. Therefore, even if the cherry symbol is not derived to the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C, a prize is generated, so that the interest of the game is improved.

(12) By the way, as a conventional slot machine, measures are taken to prevent the preparation to grasp whether or not the setting change related to the advantage and disadvantage of the player was executed between the closing of the hall (game hall) and the start of business the next day. There was a document (eg, Japanese Patent No. 5757489) disclosing the slot machine taken. Here, the preparation is an act of winning a winning combination when the store is closed the day before and ending the game with a number of "1" or more displayed on the display device. By such an act, if the value is maintained at the start of business the next day, it means that the setting has not been changed, and if the displayed content is "0", it means that the setting has been changed. .. In this document, in order to prevent such preparation, a technique has been disclosed in which the display content can be set to "0" by a simpler medal settlement operation or BET operation than before. However, even in the slot machines described in this document, in order to prevent the preparation, an operation by a clerk is required, which is troublesome. The present embodiment has been devised in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present embodiment is to provide a slot machine that prevents preparation while reducing the work load of a clerk.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 50, 30 seconds have passed since the small winning combination was generated and the number of medals to be paid out was displayed on the payout number display unit 12, so that the payout number display unit 12 is displayed. Is being controlled to change to "0", which is the initial state. Similarly, the BET display unit and the winning display unit are controlled so that the lighting state is changed to the initial state of turning off when 30 seconds have passed from the small winning combination winning. In this way, it is possible to prevent the preparation while reducing the work load of the clerk in the hall.

(13) Further, as shown in FIGS. 50 (b) and 50 (e), the payout number display unit 12 notifies the information regarding the number of medals to be paid out. In this way, it is possible to take measures against the preparation for the payout number display unit 12 on which the player can easily execute the preparation.

(14) Further, as shown in FIG. 50, when the power of the slot machine 1 is turned off and the power is turned on again with the number of payouts displayed on the payout number display unit 12, 30 seconds have elapsed. By doing so, the display mode of the payout number display unit 12 is controlled to display "0". In this way, it is possible to control the notification state of the payout number display unit 12 to a state in which "0" is displayed by the power-on operation at the time of opening the store without waiting for the passage of time when the store is closed.

(15) Further, the demo effect is executed 30 seconds after the end of the previous game. Therefore, it is possible to standardize the timer for timing 30 seconds from the small winning combination and the timer for timing the demo effect to be executed 30 seconds after the end of the previous game.

(16) Further, the power saving mode may be set after 30 seconds have passed since the end of the previous game. In this way, it is possible to standardize the timer for timing 30 seconds from the small winning combination and the timer for timing the power saving mode after 30 seconds have passed from the end of the previous game.

(17) Further, as shown in FIGS. 50 (b) and 50 (e), when 30 seconds have passed with the number of payouts displayed on the payout number display unit 12, "0" is displayed on the payout number display unit 12. Controlled by state. In this way, by waiting for 30 seconds to elapse, the display state of the payout number display unit 12 can be changed to the same display mode after the end of the setting change state without the operation of the clerk.

[Second Embodiment]
The second embodiment applies the idea described in the first embodiment to the pachinko gaming machine as much as possible. In the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment, a big hit lottery is executed when the gaming medium (game ball) passes through a predetermined starting area. The jackpot lottery is a lottery that determines one of "not controlled by the jackpot", "controlled by the jackpot without probability change", and "controlled by the jackpot with probability variation". The jackpot state is an advantageous state in which a round game in which the variable winning device is opened is executed a predetermined number of times. The jackpot with probability variation means that the jackpot is controlled to the probability variation state after the end of the jackpot state. The probability change state is a state in which the probability of winning a big hit is higher than that of a predetermined state (a state in which the probability change state is not controlled).

In addition, an effect display device capable of displaying various images is provided near the center of the game area. In addition, the pachinko gaming machine is equipped with a character 200, and can also perform rock-paper-scissors production. In this embodiment, the trigger for executing the rock-paper-scissors production is a big hit lottery. Further, in the activation process of the pachinko gaming machine, the initial operation of the accessory 200 is executed (the process corresponding to S52 in FIG. 41). An error detection process for detecting the presence or absence of an error is executed in each part of the main control unit and each part of the sub control unit. Further, in the first embodiment, in the example of FIG. 53, the characters "setting is being changed" are displayed during the initial operation. In the second embodiment, the error detection process is executed during the initial operation, and when it is detected that there is no error, the character "no error" is displayed. Further, in the table of FIG. 43, FIG. 43 (A) is a table used when the big hit is not won in the big hit lottery, and FIG. 43 (B) is a table used when the big hit is won in the big hit lottery. is there. Further, in FIG. 43 (B), "the number of granted AT games is 1-150" is replaced with "when the jackpot without probability change is won", and "the number of granted AT games is 151-300". , "When the jackpot with probability change is won" is replaced. Even with such a pachinko gaming machine, the effects described in the first embodiment can be achieved.

[Modification example]
Although the main embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and various modifications and applications are possible. Hereinafter, modifications of the above-described embodiment applicable to the present invention will be described.

[Information displayed during initial operation]
In the first embodiment, the specific information displayed on the liquid crystal display during the execution of the startup process is the characters "setting is being changed" in the first embodiment and "no error" in the second embodiment. Explained as a character. However, this specific information may be any information as long as it is not displayed during the game. For example, in the startup process of the first embodiment, an error detection process for detecting the presence or absence of an error is executed, and when it is detected that no error exists, the character "no error" is displayed. May be good. Further, in the error detection process, when the error detection process is executed by using the checksum, characters such as "checksum OK" may be displayed as specific information.

Further, the specific information of at least one of the first embodiment and the second embodiment may be other information. For example, characters such as "initial operation is being executed" may be displayed as specific information. Further, the specific information may not be displayed during the initial operation.

[About benefits]
In the above-mentioned example, as a privilege, the value that directly affects the payout rate of medals and pachinko balls, such as AT winning and the number of AT games that can be controlled by AT, is illustrated. However, the privilege may be a value that improves the degree of advantage for the player, and may be, for example, a value that does not directly affect the medal payout rate. Specifically, when a high-probability state of winning an AT with a higher probability than usual is provided in the AT lottery, execution of a probability suggestion effect for suggesting whether or not the current state is a high-probability state. , Execution of premier effect along with voice on the liquid crystal display 51 (special character appearance, execution of special bonus effect during the next bonus), execution of set value suggestion effect to suggest the set value, By collecting a certain number, points can be given that can be exchanged for services specified at the game store where the slot machine 1 is installed, and a two-dimensional code that allows you to download privilege videos and privilege information on the specified website is displayed on the liquid crystal display. It may be displayed on the vessel 51.

Further, although the number of AT games is illustrated as an example of the privilege, the privilege related to AT is not limited to this, and for example, the right (navistock) that allows the AT to control a predetermined number of games (for example, 50 games) may be a privilege. Good. In addition, when the number of times the navigation effect can be executed is determined and the AT controls the number of times the navigation effect can be executed until the navigation effect is executed, the number of times the navigation effect can be executed is also a privilege. Good. Further, for example, when the upper limit grant amount is determined and the AT controls until the granted game value (the number of medals paid out) reaches the determined upper limit grant amount, the upper limit grant amount may be a privilege. Further, when the AT is controlled from the time when the predetermined AT start condition is satisfied until the predetermined AT end condition is satisfied and the continuous lottery for whether or not to continue the AT is performed when the AT end condition is satisfied, the continuation is continued. The continuation probability determined to continue in the lottery may be a privilege.

[About the aspect of the character]
In the present embodiment, as a mode in which the accessory 200 (finger member 311) can be changed, as shown in FIG. 52 (C) or the like, it has been described as being one of goo, choki, and par. However, the modifiable aspect of the accessory 200 may be another concept. The mode in which the accessory 200 can be changed may be, for example, a driving position of the accessory 200. For example, when the driving distance (moving distance) of the accessory 200 when the first privilege is given is L1, and the second privilege which is more advantageous than the first privilege (the amount of the privilege is large) is given. Let L2 be the driving distance (moving distance) of the accessory 200. According to such a configuration, the moving distance of the accessory 200 allows the player to recognize the advantage of the privilege given, so that the moving distance can be attracted attention.

Further, the effect image of the accessory 200 can be displayed differently depending on the moving distance of the accessory 200. For example, when the driving position of the accessory 200 is the driving position where the driving distance is L1, the effect image is displayed at the driving position. Further, when the driving position of the accessory 200 is the driving position where the driving distance is L2, the effect image is displayed at the driving position.

According to such a configuration, the moving distance of the accessory 200 can be diversified, and the decorative display can be executed according to the changed mode of the accessory 200. , The effect of the production linked with the decorative display can be improved.

Further, the operation of the accessory is not limited to the one in which the accessory is displaced, and also includes the one in which the accessory is not displaced but at least a part of the accessory is changed.

[About the operation different from the production operation of the character 200]
In the present embodiment, the initial operation in the activation process (see S52 in FIG. 41) is illustrated as an operation different from the effect operation of the accessory 200. However, an operation different from the effect operation of the accessory 200 may be another operation.

For example, when the AT lottery is executed and the AT is not won in the AT lottery, the accessory 200 located at the initial position moves in the drive position direction, but does not move to the drive position and is on the way. It is also possible to execute a specific control that returns to the initial position with. The specific control is, in other words, the control of Gase. The operation different from the effect operation of the accessory 200 may be an operation of moving the accessory 200 halfway by this specific control.

Further, due to a failure of the accessory driving device 99 or the like, the accessory 200 may operate even though the conditions for moving the accessory 200 are not satisfied. The operation different from the effect operation of the accessory 200 may be an operation of the accessory 200 at the time of failure of the accessory driving device 99 or the like.

Further, when vibration is applied to the game machine from the outside by a player or the like, the accessory 200 operates even though the conditions for operating the accessory 200 are not satisfied. There is. The operation different from the effect operation of the accessory 200 may be an operation of the accessory 200 when such vibration is applied.

[About mission achievement notification]
The slot machine of the first embodiment has been described as being composed of only physical reels (hereinafter, referred to as main reels). However, a sub reel may be provided in addition to the main reel. The sub reels are provided according to the number of main reels, for example, three sub reels are provided. Further, the fluctuation control and stop control of the sub reel are executed corresponding to the fluctuation control and stop control of the main reel. Further, the sub reel may be a reel electronically displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, or may be a physical reel. Further, each identification information of the main reel is a figure that is difficult for the player to identify (for example, a figure that is all similar), while each identification information of the sub reel is a figure that is easy for the player to identify (for example, FIG. 5). It may be a figure as shown in. According to such a configuration, the player advances the game while observing the fluctuation and stop of the sub reel. In addition, the mission achievement notification is to display a mission achievement character such as "Mission M1 achieved! Congratulations!" When the mission M1 is achieved.

In the case of such a configuration, when the sub reel is fluctuating, the mission achievement notification is executed with priority over the fluctuation display of the sub reel, and when the display result is derived by stopping the sub reel, the display result is obtained. Priority is given to the mission achievement notification.

For example, "When the sub reel is fluctuating, the mission achievement character is displayed on the layer in front of the sub reel, while when the display result is derived by stopping the sub reel, the area where the display result is displayed. The specific display control of "displaying the mission achievement character in a predetermined mode (for example, small)" may be executed in a region different from the above.

According to such a configuration, the mission achievement character is displayed in an easy-to-see manner during the fluctuation of the sub reel, which is not so important to the player, so that the player can recognize the mission achievement character. On the other hand, when the display result of the sub reel, which is important for the player, is derived, the mission achievement character is displayed in an easy-to-see manner so as not to interfere with the visibility of the displayed result of the derived sub reel. be able to.

Further, in the first embodiment, the specific display control may be executed after the main reel is provided without the sub reel. In this case, it is preferable to execute the specific display control in a manner that does not hinder the player's eyes while the main reel is changing. For example, the mission achievement characters may be displayed on the front of the main reel in a light density. Further, when the display result is derived by stopping the main reel, the mission achievement character may be displayed in a predetermined mode (for example, small).

Further, the pachinko gaming machine of the second embodiment may also execute the specific display control.

[About decorative display]
(1) The decorative display of the present embodiment has been described as being executed when a part of the accessory 200 overlaps with the liquid crystal display 51. However, the decorative display may be executed when all of the accessory 200 overlaps with the liquid crystal display 51. Further, the decorative display may be executed when the accessory 200 does not overlap with the liquid crystal display 51.

(2) The decorative display of the present embodiment has been described as a process of displaying a specific image (in the example of FIG. 53, an image of a flame image 310 and an enemy character image 400, etc.) on the liquid crystal display 51. However, the decorative display does not have to be a process of displaying an image. For example, a light emitting board may be used in which predetermined information (for example, the character "chance") is displayed by emitting light. When such a configuration is adopted, the decorative display may be a process of causing the light emitting board to emit light.

(3) In the present embodiment, it has been described that the process executed with the driving of the accessory 200 is a decorative display. However, the process executed with the driving of the accessory 200 may be the execution of the accessory effect. The accessory effect may be an effect that includes at least one of an effect that displays a predetermined image, an effect that outputs a predetermined effect sound, and an effect that causes the light emitting means to emit light in a predetermined mode.

For example, when the accessory effect is an effect that outputs a predetermined sound, the control described with reference to FIG. 53 has the following configuration. During the fanning effect, the accessory 200 is driven and the effect sound is output. Further, during the execution of the activation process (initial operation), the accessory 200 is driven, but the effect sound is not output. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent "the effect sound output by the accessory effect from hindering the confirmation to the accessory 200", so that the confirmation process of the accessory 200 can be facilitated.

[About reel arrangement]
In the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 5, the cherry symbol is always arranged within 5 frames within the pullable range on the right reel 2R. Therefore, when the cherry lip was won, it was possible to always derive the cherry symbol from the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. However, in addition to the right reel 2R, at least one of the left reel 2L and the middle reel 2C may be arranged with the cherry symbol within a pullable range. By adopting such a reel arrangement, various controls can be supported.

For example, in the middle reel 2C and the right reel 2R, the cherry symbol may be arranged within a pullable range. With such a reel arrangement, if the left symbol is missed when the strong cherry lip is won, the replay-cherry-cherry symbol combination can be derived. In this way, the cherry lip winning can be shown more clearly. In addition, if the left symbol is missed when the weak cherry lip is won, it can be shown that the strong cherry lip is missed by deriving the symbol combination of replay-replay-cherry. Further, for example, when the replay symbols are likely to be aligned on the invalid line LM4, it is possible to make it easy to understand that the cherry rip has been won by deriving the cherry symbol in the middle stage of the middle reel 2C. By changing the symbol arrangement in this way, it is possible to correspond to various derivation displays, and it is possible to flexibly execute the control suitable for the machine.

[About announcement production]
In the first embodiment, it has been described that the effect using the character image is executed as the notification effect. However, the notification effect may be controlled to light the effect LED 52, the reel LED 55, or the like, and may be indicated by the lighting color. Further, the notification effect is not executed when the start switch 7 is operated, but may be executed at any timing in one game. For example, it may be suggested by making the LED emit red light that all reels have won the cherry lip after stopping.

[About push order]
In the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 45, it is derived even when the same lottery target combination is won by either the timing when the pressing is successful or the timing when the pressing is unsuccessful. The design combination was different. However, when the same lottery target combination is won, the symbol combinations derived depending on the pushing order (operation procedure) may be different.

For example, replay-replay-cherry and cherry-cherry-cherry are set as winning combinations as a combination of symbols when a strong cherry lip is won. Then, as the push order, the left first stop is set as the correct answer procedure, and the middle and right first stops are set as the incorrect answer procedure. In such a case, if the left first stop is executed when the strong cherry lip is won, the cherry-cherry-cherry is preferentially drawn in, and if the middle or right first stop is executed, the replay- Replay-Cherry may be preferentially drawn in. If the cherry symbols are always placed within the pull-in range on all reels, the cherry-cherry-cherry can always be derived when the correct answer procedure is used. Further, the cherry lip winning may be confirmed at the position of the cherry symbol on the left reel 2L, and which of the strong cherry lip, the weak cherry lip, and the middle cherry lip may be determined.

Further, the display result which is the correct answer procedure may be derived only when the variable display of the symbol is stopped in a specific pressing order and the operation is operated at a specific timing.

[About the number of payouts]
In the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 45, it was shown that a prize is generated at any timing of the timing of successful pressing and the timing of failure of pressing. However, the number of medals to be paid out may be different depending on the timing at which the pressing is successful and the timing at which the pressing is unsuccessful. For example, when the symbol is derived at the timing when the pressing is successful, the number of payouts may be larger than that when the symbol is derived at the timing when the pressing is unsuccessful. Also, regarding the push order, the number of payouts may be larger in the correct answer procedure than in the incorrect answer procedure. Further, the number of medals to be paid out may be the same at the timing when the pressing is successful and the timing when the pressing is unsuccessful.

[Regarding the prescribed prize]
In the first embodiment, a replaying role such as a cherry lip is illustrated as a predetermined prize, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a small winning combination accompanied by a medal may be used. In this case, the small winning combination as the predetermined prize may be composed of the same symbol combination as the cherry lip and watermelon shown in the first embodiment. In such a case, the identification information on the winning line LN becomes the specific identification information (cherry symbol) as the display result of the right reel 2R which is the specific variable display unit among the plurality of variable display units regardless of the timing and the pressing order. The display result may be derived. For example, when a cherry, which is a small role as a predetermined prize, is won, a prize suggestion effect of the cherry is executed. Then, when the left reel 2L is stopped at the timing when the push is successful, the cherry symbol may be derived on the winning line LN of the left reel 2L and three medals may be paid out. Further, when the left reel 2L is stopped at the timing when the push failure occurs (when the cherry symbol is dropped on the winning line LN of the left reel 2L), the medal may not be paid out. However, even if the cherry symbol is dropped on the winning line LN of the left reel 2L, the cherry symbol can be stopped on the winning line LN of the right reel 2R regardless of the timing (for example, replay-replay). -Since the cherries are aligned with the winning line LN), it is possible to prevent misunderstanding between the winning suggestion effect of winning the cherry and the display result. Even if the small role is missed, the medals may be paid out not a little as compared with the case where the small role is not missed. Further, the same number of medals may be paid out regardless of whether the small winning combination is missed or the small winning combination is not missed.

[Regarding the specific identification information that can be derived on the predetermined line as the display result of the predetermined variable display unit]
In the first embodiment, an example in which the symbol of the right reel among the symbol combinations for generating cherry lip is described as the specific identification information that can be derived on the predetermined line as the display result of the predetermined variable display unit has been described. However, the specific identification information that can be derived on the predetermined line as the display result of the predetermined variable display unit may be a symbol that is not related to the occurrence of the predetermined winning. That is, the predetermined winning may be generated regardless of the identification information stopped on other reels by stopping the specific identification information on some reels. In this case, the display result of the predetermined variable display unit may be generated. The specific identification information that can be derived on the predetermined line may be a symbol that stops at another reel. More specifically, for example, the predetermined winning may be any of the cherry-ANY-ANY and the lip-ANY-ANY. Even in this case, if the predetermined winning prize is won, the reel control is performed so that the cherry symbol of the right reel 2R is always pulled onto the winning line LN, and the display result displayed on the winning line LN is performed. Can be prevented from being mistaken as a display result displayed on the invalid line.

[About the specified line]
In the first embodiment, when the stop operation is executed at the timing when the pressing is successful, a specific symbol (cherry symbol) is displayed on the winning line LN as a predetermined line, and at the timing when the pressing fails. When the stop operation was executed, a specific symbol (cherry symbol) was displayed on the winning line LN only on the right reel. However, the predetermined line may be an invalid line instead of a winning line. Then, when the stop operation is executed at the timing when the pressing is successful, a specific symbol is displayed on the invalid line, and when the stop operation is executed at the timing when the pressing fails, the specific symbol is displayed on the invalid line. A specific symbol may be displayed on the.

[Reel stop timing]
In the first embodiment, when the right reel 2R is first stopped when the cherry lip is won, the cherry symbol is derived to the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. However, even if the right reel 2R is not stopped first, the cherry symbol may be derived to the right reel 2R on the winning line LN. For example, the cherry symbol may be derived to the right reel 2R on the winning line LN even when the right reel 2R fails to be pressed at the first stop and the right reel 2R is stopped second.

[About winning suggestion production]
In the first embodiment, the main control unit 41 may determine the winning suggestion effect instead of the sub control unit 91 determining the winning suggestion effect. For example, when the AT lottery is performed by winning the simultaneous winning combination in the internal lottery, the main control unit 41 performs a process for executing the BB winning and the winning suggestion effect suggesting whether or not the AT has been won at a predetermined timing. May be done. As the winning suggestion effect, for example, a freeze effect that delays the progress of the game for a predetermined period when the start switch 7 is operated may be provided. During the freeze effect, the reels 2L to 2R are rotated in a predetermined mode to execute a pseudo game in which a specific symbol combination is temporarily stopped. The simulated game can be executed a plurality of times during the freeze effect. The freeze effect is not limited to the one executed when the start switch 7 is operated, but when the first stop operation is performed or the third stop operation is performed, the display result is derived and one game is completed. It may be executed at times.

In addition, the reliability of winning the BB or AT is highest in the freeze effect, followed by the continuous hit effect, the button effect, and the character B effect, and the winning suggestion effect is the lowest so that the character A effect is the lowest. The ratio may be set so that the type is determined. It should be noted that the effect to be executed is not limited to the one in which one winning suggestion effect is determined, and a plurality of winning suggestion effects may be determined. Further, the predetermined timing for executing the winning suggestion effect is not limited to this, and is determined by the main control unit 41 from a plurality of timings (more specifically, the main control unit 41 notifies the result by the AT winning suggestion effect). The timing may be the number of games (for example, any of 0 to 32 games) from the games won by the specific lottery target combination, which is determined by a random number lottery or the like). The main control unit 41 outputs a command for specifying the type of the winning suggestion effect to the sub control unit 91 at a predetermined timing for executing the winning suggestion effect, and if the winning suggestion effect is a freeze effect, the said The process for freeze effect may be executed. The winning suggestion effect other than the freeze effect may be determined by the sub-control unit 91 as described in the first embodiment.

[About red 7 design]
In the first embodiment, the case where the cherry symbol stops at any of the winning line LNs when any of the cherry rips is won has been described. However, when the cherry lip is won, it is not necessary to derive the cherry symbol on any of the winning line LNs. For example, there may be a case where the cherry symbol does not stop on the effective line in FIG. 46 (c) when the middle cherry lip is won (when the cherry symbol is not derived on the upper right reel). In such a case, the red 7 symbol is a symbol common to the cherry symbol in terms of the red aspect. Therefore, when the red 7 symbol stops on the winning line LN, even if the cherry symbol is not derived, the winning suggestion effect suggesting the winning of the cherry lip at the time of winning the cherry lip (for example, the red character image). (Notification by red LED) can be executed. As described above, since there is a related symbol (a symbol having a common color) on the winning line LN, it is possible to prevent the player from misidentifying even if the winning suggestion effect is executed.

[About the state at RT3]
In the first embodiment, during RT3, maintenance rips 1 to 3 may be read out as lottery target combinations to be drawn internally. As a result, for example, in the case of being controlled by RT3 even though it is non-AT, when the maintenance rips 1 to 3 are won, the fall rip can be won by the operation procedure to facilitate the fall to RT1.

[About the notification unit]
In the first embodiment, a BET display unit, a payout number display unit 12, and a winning display unit are shown as notification units. However, the notification unit may be indicated by another part in the slot machine 1. For example, the effect LED 52 may be used to notify the small winning combination by its lighting color so that the lighting is extinguished after a lapse of a predetermined time.

Further, the first embodiment may be applied to only one of the notification units. For example, the first embodiment may be applied only to the payout number display unit 12 as the notification unit.

[About the initial state]
In the first embodiment, as the initial state of the notification unit, a display indicating “0” and a display in which the lighting is erased are shown. However, the initial state of the display state of the notification unit does not indicate "0", and may be a display that is not displayed in the normal state. Further, instead of turning off the lights completely, the brightness of the display may be reduced and the display may be dim.

[About power failure]
In the first embodiment, when a power failure occurs in the slot machine 1, it is displayed in the display mode of the notification unit after the power failure is restored and before the power failure occurs, and the display mode becomes the initial state after 30 seconds have passed. showed that. However, the display mode of the notification unit is set to the initial state based on the fact that the time before the power failure occurs and the total value of the counted timer value and the timer value after the power failure is restored is 30 seconds. It may be.

[About specific mode]
In the first embodiment, the time for shifting to the specific mode and the time for the display mode of the notification unit to be in the initial state from the time of winning the small winning combination are the same. However, these two periods do not have to be the same.

[About setting confirmation status]
In the first embodiment, a case where the display state of various notification units changes to the initial state when the setting change state in which the set value can be changed by the reset / setting switch 38 is shown is shown. However, the display state of the various notification units may be changed to the initial state when the setting confirmation state in which the setting value after the setting change state can be confirmed is reached.

[About off]
In the first embodiment, the following control may be executed when the deviation occurs. In the case of deviation, the payout number display unit 12 and the winning display unit in FIG. 50 remain in the initial state, but the BET operation unit may maintain the lighting display state. Then, the display mode of the BET operation unit may be turned off 30 seconds after the disconnection. When the BET operation unit is in the lit state, if a power failure occurs, the lit state may be maintained after recovery, and the light may be turned off after the setting change state, the settlement operation, and the BET operation. ..

[About the replay role]
In the first embodiment, the following control may be executed when the re-game combination is won. For example, when a replay prize, which is a replay combination, occurs, the payout number display unit 12 remains in the initial state, but the BET operation unit is controlled to be lit immediately after being turned off once. In addition, the winning display unit is controlled to be lit. In such a state, the winning display unit may be turned off after 30 seconds have passed. It is preferable that the BET operation unit is controlled to be lit even after 30 seconds have passed. Further, in the setting change state, the BET operation unit and the winning display unit may be controlled to the initial state. Further, at the time of winning the replay, the BET operation and the settlement operation may be controlled so as not to be accepted. It should be noted that the BET operation and the settlement operation may be controlled so as to be accepted at the time of winning the replay. Further, if a power failure occurs at the time of winning a replay, the lighting state before the power failure may be maintained. If a power failure occurs at the time of winning the replay, the light may be turned off to return. In such a case, the LEDs of the 1BETLED14, 2BETLED15, and 3BETLED16 may be controlled to be lit when the player inserts a medal (when one is detected) or when the BET operation is executed. In this way, even if the replay prize is awarded when the store is closed and the game is completed, it is controlled to be turned off when the store is opened, so that it is possible to prevent the preparation.

[Advantageous state]
In the above-mentioned example, as an advantageous state, a big bonus (BB) or AT in which the winning probability of a small winning combination is higher than that in a predetermined state is exemplified for a slot machine, but it may be an advantageous state for a player. This is not limited to this, and an example of a slot machine will be described below.

Advantageous states include, for example, regular bonus () and replay time (RT) in which the probability of winning a predetermined winning combination is high, the concentration state of small winning combination, and the pull-in range of at least one reel becomes narrower than usual. At the same time, it does not change the challenge time (CT) that allows the generation of all small wins in each game, the winning probability of the winning wins, etc. For example, it may be a pseudo-bonus that notifies over (until 50 games are exhausted). In addition, there may be a state in which the probability of being controlled by these advantageous states is high, a state in which the probability of being controlled in the freeze state is high, and the number of games such as the number of AT games is high. An advantageous state different from the above-described embodiment may be set, such as a state in which the game is added and a state in which the number of additional games in the AT is likely to be increased. In addition, it is indirectly advantageous for the player, such as a condition for obtaining a privilege on the communication network and a state in which the probability of satisfying the condition for executing a premium effect (freeze effect, premium effect, etc.) is high. It may be a special privilege or a state of improving the interest of the game. Further, the permissible determination means for determining whether or not to allow the transition to the advantageous state is not limited to the internal lottery process, and may be a means for determining regardless of the winning combination.

[About production and notification]
In the above-described example, an example in which the liquid crystal display 51 is used to perform an effect or notification is given. For example, the speakers 53, 54 and the back lamp arranged on the back side (inside) of the reel (reel LED 55 of the above embodiment). ), Transmissive liquid crystal display (liquid crystal display configured to allow the reel to be seen) arranged on the front side of the reel, lamps and LEDs attached to the front door 1b, vibration of the stop switch, surroundings of the stop switch. The effect may be executed by a means different from the above-described embodiment, such as blowing air from the air or changing the temperature of the stop switch.

[About AT]
In the above example of the slot machine, an example in which the main control unit 41 executes the control related to the AT has been described, but the control related to the AT executed by the main control unit 41 includes the execution of the AT lottery. The AT lottery may include a determination of winning or not winning the AT lottery, a determination of whether or not to stock the number of AT games, a determination of the number of AT games, a lottery for adding the number of AT games, and the like. Further, as the control related to AT, the control of the high probability state of the AT lottery can be mentioned. To control the high probability state of the AT lottery, control that the winning probability of the AT lottery becomes high, control that shortens the period until the AT is controlled according to the result of the internal lottery, the winning probability of the additional lottery, and the game. Includes controls that give preferential treatment to numbers. Further, as the control related to the AT, it is possible to control the AT when the specified number of games have been digested. The time when the specified number of games is exhausted includes the time when the number of ceiling games is reached and the time when the number of games determined by lottery is reached. Further, as the control related to AT, there is a control for setting a precursory period. The control for setting the precursor period includes, for example, a control for executing the production of 0 to 32 games in the precursor period before the start of AT. Further, as the control related to AT, there is a control for giving a penalty. Controls that grant penalties include determining the content of the penalty, determining or setting the penalty period. Further, as the control related to the AT, the main control unit 41 may control the lighting of the lamp or the LED indicating that the AT is in progress.

Further, as the control related to the AT, the main control unit 41 may control the lighting of the lamp or the LED for executing the navigation effect. Further, the sub control unit 91 may execute the navigation effect in conjunction with the main control unit 41 executing the navigation effect.

When the main control unit 41 executes control related to AT, it is preferable that the processing of the main control unit 41 is subordinate to the main control unit 41 and executed by a control unit subordinate to the main control unit 41. .. For example, the reel stop control may be executed by a control unit provided on a board other than the game control board, and the main control unit 41 transfers the operation signal of the stop switch to the control unit. In this way, by causing the lower control unit to control the main control unit 41, it is possible to prevent insufficient capacity of ROM 41b and RAM 41c and insufficient processing capacity of the main CPU 41a when performing control related to AT.

Further, in the first embodiment, the control related to the AT described above is executed by the main control unit 41, but the sub control unit 91 may execute the control. For example, the sub control unit 91 performs an AT lottery process or an additional lottery process based on a command from the main control unit 41, and a process for controlling the AT or a process for executing a navigation effect according to the result. May be done.

[About setting change status and setting confirmation status]
Regarding the setting change state, the setting may be changed to the setting change state on the condition of "power ON" + "setting key switch ON" + "front door open detection". As a result, it is possible to prevent an unauthorized setting change when the front door is not opened. In addition, once the setting change state is entered, the setting change state is maintained regardless of the open / closed state of the front door until the end condition for ending the setting change state (the setting key switch is turned off after the setting value is confirmed) is satisfied. You may try to do it. As a result, even if the front door is closed during the setting change state, the setting change state is not terminated, so that it is possible to prevent the trouble of shifting to the setting change state again.

Further, the setting confirmation state may be shifted to the setting confirmation state on the condition of "setting key switch ON" + "front door open detection". As a result, it is possible to prevent unauthorized setting confirmation when the front door is not opened. In addition, once the setting confirmation state is entered, the setting confirmation state is maintained regardless of the open / closed state of the front door until the end condition (setting key switch OFF operation) for ending the setting confirmation state is satisfied. May be good. As a result, even if the front door is closed during the setting confirmation state, the setting confirmation state is not terminated, so that it is possible to prevent the trouble of shifting to the setting confirmation state again.

[About a modified example of a slot machine]
As the above embodiment, the slot machine that pays out the game medium to the player's hand when a prize is generated has been described, but the game medium is enclosed and the game medium is paid out to the player's hand when the prize is generated. An enclosed slot machine that adds game points (scores) may be adopted without any problem. The base and the drum can be distributed, and the housing is common, and only the base or the base and the drum are called a game machine. In addition, it is a slot machine that has a game area in which game balls can be fired to play games, and the number of bets can be set according to the game balls passing through a predetermined area provided in the game area. You may.

It should be considered that the embodiments disclosed this time are exemplary in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is shown by the scope of claims rather than the above description, and is intended to include all modifications within the meaning and scope equivalent to the scope of claims.

1 slot machine, 2L, 2C, 2R reel, 8L, 8C, 8R stop switch, 12 payout number display unit, 40 game control board, 41 main control unit, 51 liquid crystal display, 90 production control board, 91 sub control unit.

Claims (1)

It is equipped with a variable display unit that can be variablely displayed by rotating a reel on which multiple types of identification information that can be identified by a stepping motor that is driven by changing the excitation state are arranged .
In a slot machine in which a display result can be derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit after variable display of the variable display unit and a prize can be generated according to the display result.
A game control means that controls the game,
An effect control means that performs an effect based on the control information transmitted from the game control means , and
A derivation operation means that will be operated in order to derive a table shown results,
The first notification means controlled by the game control means and
The second notification means controlled by the effect control means and
A movable member that can be displaced to an initial position and a position other than the initial position,
And a decorative display execution means capable of executing the decorative display corresponding to the movable member,
The game control means
Predetermining means to determine the display result that can be derived,
A derivation operation receiving means that enables the operation of the derivation operation means to be received when the activation condition is satisfied after the rotation of the reel starts.
When the determination result of the prior determination means becomes any kind of specific determination result, the first notification of the operation mode information corresponding to the operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result. A first notification control means capable of controlling the means to notify , and
When the determination result of the prior determination means becomes any kind of specific determination result, it can be specified that any kind of specific determination result is obtained, but the type of the specific determination result is specified. A first control information transmitting means capable of transmitting first control information to the effect control means, which is impossible and whose operation mode advantageous to the player cannot be specified according to the type of the specific determination result.
When the determination result of the prior determination means becomes any kind of specific determination result, the second control information capable of specifying an operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result is produced. A second control information transmitting means that can be transmitted to the control means,
After the start of rotation of the reel, regardless of whether the activation condition is satisfied or not, when normal rotation is not detected, a rotation abnormality determining means for determining rotation abnormality and
When the rotation abnormality is determined, the restart control means for performing restart control for changing the excitation state according to the pattern at the start of rotation of the reel, and
When the power supply is restarted after the power supply is stopped while the activation condition is satisfied, the restart means for restarting the control for changing the excited state from the excited state when the power supply is stopped is included. ,
The first control information transmitting means first informs the first notifying means of the operation mode information corresponding to the operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result, whether or not the first notifying means is notified. Send control information,
The second control information transmitting means transmits the second control information when the first notifying means is not notified of the operation mode information corresponding to the operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result. Instead, when the first notification means is notified of the operation mode information corresponding to the operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result, the second control information is transmitted.
When the effect control means receives the second control information, the effect control means obtains the operation mode information corresponding to the operation mode advantageous to the player according to the type of the specific determination result specified from the second control information. 2 Including a second notification control means capable of performing control to notify the notification means.
The restart control means also performs restart control when it is determined that the rotation is abnormal after the control for changing the excitation state is restarted by the restart means.
The derivation operation receiving means is
The operation of the derivation operation means during the period from the time when the rotation abnormality is determined when the activation condition is satisfied and the time when the activation condition is satisfied after the restart control is performed. Not accepted,
After Enabling condition power supply is stopped in a state of established, when the power supply is Oite when it is restarted, the restart control is judged abnormal rotation has been performed, the power supply is resumed The operation of the derivation operation means is not accepted during the period from when the restart control is performed until the activation condition is satisfied .
The game control means is restarted after the power supply is stopped while the activation condition is satisfied and the first notification means is performing control to notify the operation mode information. Occasionally, after the first notification control means restarts the control for notifying the operation mode information by the first notification means, the control for restarting the rotation of the reel is performed, and the control for restarting the rotation of the reel is performed. As a result, when the activation condition is satisfied, the operation of the derivation operation means can be accepted.
The decorative display executing means
When said movable member is displaced to a position other than the initial position during the game, it executes the decorative display,
When said movable member is displaced to a position other than the initial position during initial operation power supply is performed based on the resume does not execute the decorative display, the slot machine.

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