JP6782068B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachislot machine.

Conventionally, when a player inserts a game medium such as a medal or a coin (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, in which benefits are given according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there has been known a gaming machine that notifies a player of information that is advantageous to the player, such as information for establishing an internal winning combination, so that the role determined as the internal winning combination is not missed. There is. It should be noted that the notification of information that gives the player an advantage in this way is generally referred to as navigating (navigating), and the period during which the navigating is performed is referred to as AT (assist time). In a gaming machine equipped with such an AT function, a high-probability replay state (RT: replay time) in which the probability that a replay (replay) is determined as an internal winning combination is high for notification of information advantageous to the player. ), It is also common to realize an advantageous state (ART) that is advantageous to the player.

By the way, in a gaming machine having an ART function, even when the transition to an advantageous state is not determined, the player may operate the re-gaming state with a high probability by the stop operation of the player. In this regard, in Patent Document 1, when the transition to the advantageous state is not determined, the high-probability re-gaming state is changed to the normal state without notifying the information advantageous to the player during the high-probability re-gaming state. It is described that control for falling is performed.

JP-A-2010-233721

Here, the control of falling from the high-probability re-gaming state to the normal state when the transition to the advantageous state is not determined is used as a so-called penalty, and the high-probability re-gaming state is accidentally caused by the player's stop operation. When the operation of is performed, it is common that the lottery for transition to an advantageous state is not performed.

However, even though the gaming state is a high-probability re-gaming state, if the transition to the advantageous state is not performed, the RT in the high-probability re-gaming state in which the privilege is not given (for example, RT during ART non-winning) Middle) lacks in fun.

The present invention has been made in view of such a problem, and an object of the present invention is to provide a game machine for improving the interest of a game to which no privilege is given.

The gaming machine according to the present invention has a normal state (for example, RT0 gaming state or RT1 gaming state) and an advantageous gaming state (for example, RT4 gaming state) that is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state. a machine, Oite to the normal state, the advantageous game start means to transfer the gaming state to the advantageous gaming state from a predetermined condition is satisfied and the normal state (e.g., the main control circuit 41), the preferred game Oite the state of a particular combination (e.g., push order Bell) a first specific embodiment of the (e.g., eyes spilled bell) and the second specific embodiment (e.g., a combination of symbols displayed when pressing the order correct) An advantageous game in which the gaming state is shifted from the advantageous gaming state to the normal state when the first specific aspect is displayed, and the advantageous gaming state is maintained when the second specific aspect is displayed. When the ending means (for example, the main control circuit 41) and the first lottery (for example, ART lottery) performed in the normal state and the advantageous gaming state are won, the privilege giving means ( for example) that gives the player a privilege. For example, the main control circuit 41) is provided, and the advantageous gaming state has a high probability state (for example, a high probability gaming state) having a high probability of winning the first lottery as an internal state, and the first When the second lottery (for example, avoidance point lottery) performed in the advantageous gaming state which has shifted to the lottery in the non-winning state is won, the high-probability state transition means (for example, the main control circuit) which shifts to the high-probability state 41), and the high-probability state ending means (for example, the main control circuit 41) that terminates the high-probability state when the advantageous game ending means shifts the gaming state from the advantageous gaming state to the normal state. When the second lottery is won, the notification number determination means (for example, a secondary) for determining the number of notifications for notifying the information of the stop operation necessary for displaying the second specific mode when the specific combination is won. The control circuit 42) and the notification means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42, the liquid crystal) that notify the information of the stop operation necessary for displaying the second specific mode only for the number of notifications determined by the notification number determination means. The display device 10) is further provided, and the notification number determination means has a predetermined combination (for example,) before winning the second lottery in the advantageous gaming state in which the first lottery has been shifted to the first lottery in a non-winning state. , Replay), it is possible to determine a different number of times depending on whether or not the player wins .

Further, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, the notification number determination means wins a predetermined combination before winning the second lottery in the advantageous gaming state in which the first lottery is shifted to the first lottery in a non-winning state. In this case, it is possible to determine a larger number of times than in the case where the predetermined combination has not been won.
Further, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, the second lottery is performed based on the internal winning combination, and in the advantageous gaming state in which the first lottery is transferred to the first lottery in a non-winning state, the predetermined winning combination is won. If the second predetermined combination is won before, the second lottery is not won, but if the second predetermined combination is won after the second predetermined combination is won, it is possible to win the second lottery. It is a feature.

According to the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest of a game to which no privilege is given.

It is a figure which shows the functional flow of the pachislot which concerns on embodiment of this invention. It is an overall perspective view which shows the external structure of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the internal structure of the said pachislot. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structure of the said pachislot. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of the sub-control circuit of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the transition flow of the game state controlled by the main control circuit of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the transition condition of the game state controlled by the main control circuit of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement table stored in the main ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the symbol combination table stored in the main ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the symbol combination table stored in the main ROM of the pachislot. 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It is a figure which shows the operation stop button storage area provided in the main RAM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the pressing order storage area provided in the main RAM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the symbol code storage area provided in the main RAM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the transition flow of the game state controlled by the sub-control circuit of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows a part of the correspondence relation between the type of the winning combination managed by the main control circuit of the pachislot, and the abbreviation of the winning combination managed by the sub control circuit. It is a figure which shows the display screen of the liquid crystal display device of the pachislot. It is a schematic diagram of the transition lottery in the normal game state and the high probability game state of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the ART lottery table at the start stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the ART lottery table at the start stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the ART lottery table at the start stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the mode transition lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the mode transition lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the mode transition lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the mode transition lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the mode transition lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the apocalypse operation lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the apocalypse MAP lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the apocalypse MAP lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a MAP data correspondence table which shows the MAP data specified in the apocalypse MAP. It is a figure which shows the production ball lottery table at the time of apocalypse operation stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the ART lottery table at the time of a reel stop stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a schematic diagram which shows the flow of the game in the high-probability game state of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the avoidance point lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a schematic diagram which shows the flow of the game in the CZ of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the CZ_MAP lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a CZ_MAP correspondence table which shows the CZ mode specified in CZ_MAP. It is a figure which shows the invalid point lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the CZ middle production ball lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the ART lottery table in CZ stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows a part of the correspondence relation between the type of the winning combination managed by the main control circuit of the pachislot, and the abbreviation of the winning combination managed by the sub control circuit. It is a schematic diagram which shows the flow of the game in the BB of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the ART lottery table at the start in BB stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the mode-up lottery table in BB stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the mode-up lottery table in BB stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the ART lottery table at the end of BB stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a schematic diagram which shows the flow of the game in ART of the pachislot. It is a schematic diagram which shows the flow of the game in ART of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the ART state lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the boss MAP lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a boss MAP data correspondence table which shows the boss MAP data specified in the boss MAP. It is a figure which shows the effect ball lottery table during the enemy decision ART stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the effect ball lottery table during the enemy decision ART stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the effect ball upgrade lottery table during the enemy decision ART stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the enemy decision ART medium ally power addition lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the boss power lottery table in the enemy decision ART stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a boss status correspondence table showing the status of the opponent in the battle ART. It is a figure which shows the battle MAP lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the battle MAP lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the battle MAP lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a battle MAP data correspondence table which shows the battle MAP data specified in the battle MAP. It is a figure which shows the production ball lottery table during a battle ART stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the damage lottery table during a battle ART stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the damage lottery table during a battle ART stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the ART state lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a figure which shows the ART state lottery table stored in the sub ROM of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the main control process of the said pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the internal lottery processing of the said pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the bonus end check process of the said pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the bonus operation check process of the said pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the RT check process of the said pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the interrupt process of the said pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the power-on process of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the lamp control task of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the sound control task of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the mother task of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the main task of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the main board communication task of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis processing of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the animation task of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the effect content determination process of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of receiving the start command of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the CZ / ART lottery processing at the time of normal start of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the apocalypse operation process of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the high probability game state transition process of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the high-probability medium effect registration process of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows ART lottery processing at the time of CZ start of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows ART lottery processing in BB of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the processing in ART of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the process during the enemy determination ART of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the process during the battle ART of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of receiving the winning operation command of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the CZ / ART lottery processing at the time of normal termination of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the high probability transition determination processing of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the high probability end determination processing of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the lottery result management process in CZ of the sub CPU of the pachislot. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of receiving the bonus end command of the sub CPU of the pachislot.

Hereinafter, a pachi-slot machine showing an embodiment of the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In this embodiment, the replay probability is higher than the normal time between the assist time (hereinafter referred to as "AT"), which is a function of navigating the establishment of a specific small winning combination with a lamp, and the specific number of plays. A pachislot machine having an assist replay time (hereinafter referred to as "ART") function in which the RT and the RT are operated at the same time will be described.

[Pachislot function flow]
As shown in FIG. 1, when a medal is inserted by a player and the start lever 16 is operated, the pachislot 1 has one value (for example, 0 to 65535) from a random number in a predetermined numerical range (for example, 0 to 65535). Hereafter, a random number value) is extracted.

The internal winning combination determining means (main CPU 51 described later) draws a lot based on the extracted random number value, and determines the internal winning combination. That is, the internal winning combination determining means has a predetermined probability from among a plurality of combinations based on the detection of the start operation of the unit game with respect to the start lever 16 by the start switch 16S (see FIG. 4) (establishment of a predetermined start condition). Determine the internal winning role.

By determining the internal winning combination, the combination of symbols that are allowed to be displayed along the winning line described later is determined. As for the types of symbol combinations, there are those that give the player benefits such as medal payout, replay operation, bonus operation, etc., and those related to other so-called "missing". Has been done.

Subsequently, when the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are pressed by the player after the plurality of reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are rotated, the reel stop control means (main CPU 51 described later) serves as an internal winning combination. And the timing at which the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are pressed, and the control to stop the rotation of the corresponding reels 3L, 3C, 3R is performed.

Here, in the pachi-slot machine 1, basically, control is performed to stop the rotation of the corresponding reels 3L, 3C, 3R within a specified time (190 msec) from the time when the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are pressed. In the present embodiment, the number of symbols that move with the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R within the specified time is called the "number of sliding pieces", and the maximum number thereof is equivalent to four symbols (maximum number of sliding pieces). ).

When the internal winning combination that allows the display of the combination of symbols related to the winning is determined, the reel stop control means utilizes the above-mentioned specified time and the combination of the symbols is along the winning line as an effective line. Stop the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R within the range of the maximum number of sliding pieces so that they are displayed as much as possible.

On the other hand, for combinations of symbols whose display is not permitted by the internal winning combination, the reels are used within the maximum number of sliding pieces so that they will not be displayed along the winning line using the above specified time. Stop the rotation of 3L, 3C and 3R.

In this way, when all the rotations of the plurality of reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are stopped, the winning determination means (main CPU 51 described later) determines whether the combination of symbols displayed along the winning line is related to winning. Judge whether or not.

That is, the winning determination means determines whether or not the winning combination is established based on the combination of the symbols stopped on the winning line based on the fact that the fluctuation of the symbols is stopped by the reel stop control means.

When it is determined that the prize is related to a prize, the player is given a privilege such as paying out a medal. The above-mentioned series of flows is performed as one game (unit game) in pachislot 1.

In the present embodiment, the reel stop operation (operation of the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R) that is first performed when all the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are rotating is the first stop operation and the first stop operation. The stop operation performed after the stop operation is referred to as a second stop operation, and the stop operation performed after the second stop operation is referred to as a third stop operation.

Further, in the pachi-slot machine 1, in the series of flows described above, image display performed by a display device such as a liquid crystal display device 10, light output performed by various lamps (lamps 20 described later), and sound performed by speakers 21L and 21R. Various effects are performed using the output of the above or a combination of these.

When the start lever 16 is operated by the player, in addition to the random value used for determining the internal winning combination described above, other lottery processing and a random value for production (hereinafter, random value for production) are extracted. Will be done.

When the effect random value is extracted, the effect content determining means (sub-CPU81 described later) determines by lottery what to execute this time from a plurality of types of effect contents associated with the internal winning combination.

When the content of the effect is determined, the effect executing means determines whether or not there is a prize when the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is started, and when the rotation of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R is stopped. We will proceed with the execution of the production in conjunction with each opportunity such as when it is broken.

In this way, in the pachislot machine 1, the player is provided with an opportunity to know or anticipate the determined internal winning combination, that is, the combination of symbols to be aimed at, by executing the effect content associated with the internal winning combination. , The interest of the player is improved.

[Structure of pachislot]
Next, the structure of the pachislot machine in this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 2 and 3. Note that FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, and FIG. 3 is a diagram showing the internal structure of the pachi-slot machine 1.

<Appearance structure>
As shown in FIG. 2, the pachislot machine 1 includes a cabinet 1a that houses a reel, a circuit board, and the like, and a front door 1b that is openably and closably attached to the cabinet 1a. Three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are provided inside the cabinet 1a, and the three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are arranged in a row in the lateral direction (direction orthogonal to the rotation direction of the reels). Hereinafter, the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are referred to as a left reel 3L, a middle reel 3C, and a right reel 3R, respectively.

Each reel (display row) has a cylindrical reel main body and a translucent sheet material mounted on the peripheral surface (circular surface) of the reel main body. On the surface of the sheet material, a plurality of (for example, 21) symbols are continuously drawn along the circumferential direction of the reel body.

A liquid crystal display device 10 is provided in the center of the front door 1b. The liquid crystal display device 10 includes a display screen including a display window 4 for displaying the symbols drawn on the three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R.

The display window 4 is made of a transparent member such as an acrylic plate, and as shown in FIG. 2, is provided at a position where it overlaps with the arrangement areas of the three reels when viewed from the front (player side), and 3 It is provided so as to be located in front of one reel (on the player side). Therefore, the patterns drawn on the three reels provided behind the display window 4 can be visually recognized through the display window 4.

In the present embodiment, the display window 4 displays three consecutively arranged symbols among a plurality of types of symbols drawn on each reel when the rotation of the corresponding reel provided behind the display window 4 is stopped. It is configured to be able to. That is, in the frame of the display window 4, each reel has an upper, middle, and lower area, and one symbol can be displayed in each area. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the symbols are displayed in the frame of the display window 4 in a 3 × 3 arrangement form. Then, in the present embodiment, a pseudo line formed by combining the upper stage of the reel 3L, the middle stage of the reel 3C, and the lower stage of the reel 3R out of the three regions consisting of the upper stage, the middle stage, and the lower stage of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R. Is defined as a line (winning line) for which it is determined whether or not a prize is won.

Further, a 7-segment display 6 composed of a 7-segment LED (Light Emitting Diode) is provided at the lower part of the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 10. The 7-segment display 6 is deposited inside the pachislot machine 1, the number of medals inserted in this game (hereinafter referred to as the number of inserted medals), the number of medals to be paid out to the player as a privilege (hereinafter referred to as the number of paid out medals), and the number of medals to be paid out. Information such as the number of medals (hereinafter referred to as the number of credits) is digitally displayed.

Further, the front door 1b is provided with various devices (medal insertion slot 11, MAX bet button 12, 1BET button 14, start lever 16, stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R) to be operated by the player.

The medal insertion slot 11 is provided to receive medals inserted into the pachislot machine 1 from the outside by the player. The medals received through the medal slot 11 are inserted into one game up to a predetermined number (for example, 3), and the excess of the predetermined number can be deposited inside the pachislot machine 1 (so-called). Credit function). In the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the number of medals that can be inserted in one game is three.

The MAX bet button 12 and the 1BET button 14 are provided to determine the number of medals deposited inside the pachislot machine 1 to be inserted into one game. Although not shown in FIG. 2, the front door 1b is provided with a settlement button (located on the side of the start lever 16 opposite to the stop button side). This checkout button is provided to pull out (discharge) the medals deposited inside the pachislot machine 1 to the outside.

The start lever 16 is provided to start the rotation of all reels (3L, 3C, 3R). The stop buttons 17L, 17C, and 17R are provided corresponding to the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R, respectively, and each stop button is provided to stop the rotation of the corresponding reel. Hereinafter, the stop buttons 17L, 17C, and 17R are referred to as a left stop button 17L, a middle stop button 17C, and a right stop button 17R, respectively.

Further, as shown in FIG. 2, the front door 1b is provided with a medal payout outlet 18, a medal tray 19, a lamp 20, speakers 21L, 21R, and the like.

The medal payout outlet 18 guides the medals discharged by driving the medal payout device 33, which will be described later, to the outside. The medal tray 19 stores medals discharged from the medal payout outlet 18. The lamp 20 is composed of LEDs and the like, and turns on and off the light in a pattern corresponding to the content of the effect. In addition, the speakers 21L and 21R output sound effects, music, and the like corresponding to the content of the production.

<Internal structure>
Next, the internal structure of the pachislot machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. Note that FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a state in which the front door 1b is opened, and shows the structure on the back surface side of the front door 1b and the internal structure of the cabinet 1a.

A main board 31 constituting a main control circuit 41 (see FIG. 4), which will be described later, is provided in an upper portion of the cabinet 1a. The main control circuit 41 is a circuit that controls the main operation of the game in the pachislot machine 1 and the flow between the operations, such as determination of the internal winning combination, rotation and stop of each reel, and determination of the presence or absence of winning. The specific configuration of the main control circuit 41 will be described later.

Three reels (left reel 3L, middle reel 3C and right reel 3R) are provided in the central portion of the cabinet 1a. Although not shown in FIG. 3, each reel is connected to a corresponding stepping motor (one of the stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R in FIG. 4) described later via a gear having a predetermined reduction ratio. ..

A medal payout device 33 (hereinafter referred to as a hopper 33) having a structure capable of accommodating a large number of medals and ejecting them one by one is provided in a lower portion of the cabinet 1a. Further, in the cabinet 1a, one side portion (left side in the example shown in FIG. 3) of the hopper 33 is provided with a power supply device 34 that supplies necessary power to each device of the pachislot machine 1.

On the back side of the front door 1b (the part opposite to the display screen side), the sub-board forming the sub-control circuit 42 (see FIGS. 4 and 5) described later is located above the arrangement area of the display window 4. 32 is provided. The sub-control circuit 42 is a circuit that controls the execution of an effect by displaying an image or the like. The specific configuration of the sub-control circuit 42 will be described later.

Further, in the back side portion of the front door 1b, a selector 35 is provided in a lower portion of the arrangement area of the display window 4. The selector 35 is a device for selecting whether or not the material, shape, and the like of medals inserted from the outside are appropriate via the medal insertion slot 11, and guides the medals determined to be appropriate to the hopper 33. Further, although not shown in FIG. 3, a medal sensor 35S (see FIG. 4 described later) for detecting that a proper medal has passed is provided on the path through which the medal passes in the selector 35.

[Circuit configuration of pachislot]
Next, the configuration of the circuit included in the pachi-slot machine 1 in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5. Note that FIG. 4 is a block configuration diagram of the entire circuit included in the pachi-slot machine 1, and FIG. 5 is a block configuration diagram showing the internal configuration of the sub-control circuit.

As shown in FIG. 4, the pachislot machine 1 includes a main control circuit 41, a sub control circuit 42, and a peripheral device (actuator) electrically connected to these circuits.

<Main control circuit>
The main control circuit 41 is mainly composed of a microcomputer 50 installed on a circuit board (main board 31). As other components, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control circuit 41 includes a clock pulse generation circuit 54, a frequency divider 55, a random number generator 56, a sampling circuit 57, a display unit drive circuit 64, and a hopper drive circuit 65. And, the payout completion signal circuit 66 is included.

The microcomputer 50 is composed of a main CPU 51, a main ROM (Read Only Memory) 52, and a main RAM (Random Access Memory) 53.

The main ROM 52 stores control programs for various processes executed by the main CPU 51, data tables such as an internal lottery table, data for transmitting various control commands (commands) to the sub control circuit 42, and the like. The main RAM 53 is provided with a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination determined by executing a control program.

As shown in FIG. 4, the clock pulse generation circuit 54, the frequency divider 55, the random number generator 56, and the sampling circuit 57 are connected to the main CPU 51. The clock pulse generation circuit 54 and the frequency divider 55 generate a clock pulse. The main CPU 51 executes the control program based on the generated clock pulse. Further, the random number generator 56 generates random numbers in a predetermined range (for example, 0 to 65535). Then, the sampling circuit 57 extracts one value from the generated random numbers.

Various switches, sensors, and the like are connected to the input port of the microcomputer 50. The main CPU 51 receives input signals from various switches and the like to control the operation of peripheral devices such as stepping motors 61L, 61C and 61R.

The stop switch 17S (stop operation detecting means) detects that each of the left stop button 17L, the middle stop button 17C, and the right stop button 17R is pressed by the player (stop operation). The start switch 16S (start operation detecting means) detects that the start lever 16 has been operated by the player (start operation). The checkout switch 14S detects that the checkout button has been pressed by the player.

The medal sensor 35S (insertion operation detecting means) detects that the medal inserted into the medal insertion slot 11 has passed through the selector 35. Further, the bet switch 12S detects that the bet button (MAX bet button 12 or 1BET button 14) has been pressed by the player.

Further, as peripheral devices whose operation is controlled by the microcomputer 50, there are three stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R (symbol changing means), a 7-segment display 6, and a hopper 33. Further, a drive circuit for controlling the operation of each peripheral device is connected to the output port of the microcomputer 50.

The motor drive circuit 62 controls the drive of three stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R provided corresponding to the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R, respectively. The reel position detection circuit 63 detects a reel index indicating that the reel has rotated once for each reel by an optical sensor having a light emitting unit and a light receiving unit.

Each of the three stepping motors 61L, 61C, and 61R has a configuration in which the momentum is proportional to the number of pulse outputs and the rotation axis can be stopped at a specified angle. Further, the driving force of each stepping motor is transmitted to the corresponding reel via a gear having a predetermined reduction ratio. Then, each time a pulse is output to each stepping motor, the corresponding reel rotates at a constant angle.

The main CPU 51 detects the reel index of each reel and then counts the number of times a pulse is output to the corresponding stepping motor to rotate the rotation angle of each reel (specifically, how many reels there are symbols). Only rotated).

Here, the management of the rotation angle of each reel will be specifically described. The number of pulses output to each stepping motor is counted by a pulse counter (not shown) provided in the main RAM 53. Then, each time the output of the pulse of a predetermined number of times (for example, 16 times) required for the rotation of one symbol is counted by the pulse counter, the value of the symbol counter (not shown) provided in the main RAM 53 is set to "1". "Is added. The symbol counter is provided for each reel. Then, the value of the symbol counter is cleared when the reel index is detected by the reel position detection circuit 63.

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

In the present embodiment, as described above, the maximum number of sliding pieces during the game is set for four symbols. Therefore, for example, when the stop button corresponding to a predetermined reel is pressed during the game, the symbol of the predetermined reel located in the corresponding area on the winning line in the display window 4 and the symbols of the predetermined reel up to four points ahead thereof. A symbol existing in the range becomes a symbol that can be stopped in the area.

The display unit drive circuit 64 included in the main control circuit 41 controls the operation of the 7-segment display 6. The hopper drive circuit 65 controls the operation of the hopper 33. Further, the payout completion signal circuit 66 manages the detection of medals performed by the medal detection unit 33S provided in the hopper 33, and checks whether or not the number of medals discharged to the outside from the hopper 33 has reached a predetermined number of payouts. To do.

<Sub-control circuit>
As shown in FIGS. 4 and 5, the sub-control circuit 42 is electrically connected to the main control circuit 41, and performs processing such as determination and execution of the effect content based on the command transmitted from the main control circuit 41. .. As shown in FIG. 5, the sub-control circuit 42 basically includes a sub CPU 81, a sub ROM 82, a sub RAM 83, a rendering processor 84, a drawing RAM 85, a driver 86, a DSP (Digital Signal Processor) 90, an audio RAM 91, and A. It includes a / D (Analog to Digital) converter 92, an amplifier 93, and a decorative member drive circuit 94.

The sub CPU 81 controls the output of video, sound, and light according to the control program stored in the sub ROM 82 in response to the command transmitted from the main control circuit 41. The sub ROM 82 basically has a program storage area and a data storage area.

Various control programs executed by the sub CPU 81 are stored in the program storage area. In the control program stored in the program storage area, for example, a main board communication task for controlling communication with the main control circuit 41, an effect random value is extracted, and an effect content (effect data) is determined. An effect registration task for registration, a drawing control task for controlling the display of an image by the liquid crystal display device 10 based on the determined effect content, a lamp control task for controlling the light output by the lamp 20, and a speaker 21L. , 21R includes programs such as voice control tasks for controlling the output of sound.

The data storage area includes, for example, a storage area for storing various data tables, a storage area for storing production data constituting various production contents, a storage area for storing animation data related to video creation, and sound data related to BGM and sound effects. Various storage areas such as a storage area for storing the data and a storage area for storing lamp data related to the pattern of turning on and off the light are included.

The sub-RAM 83 has a storage area for registering the determined effect content and effect data, a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 41, and the like.

Further, as shown in FIG. 5, peripheral devices such as a liquid crystal display device 10, speakers 21L and 21R, a lamp 20, and a movable decorative member 22 are connected to the sub-control circuit 42, and the operation of these peripheral devices is , It is controlled by the sub-control circuit 42.

In the present embodiment, the sub CPU 81, the rendering processor 84, the drawing RAM 85 (including the frame buffer), and the driver 86 create an image according to the animation data specified by the effect content, and the created image is generated by the liquid crystal display device 10. Is displayed.

Further, the sub CPU 81, the DSP 90, the audio RAM 91, the A / D converter 92, and the amplifier 93 output sounds such as BGM by the speakers 21L and 21R according to the sound data specified by the effect content. Further, the sub CPU 81 turns on and off the lamp 20 according to the lamp data specified by the effect content.

The sub CPU 81 and the decorative member drive circuit 94 drive the movable decorative member 22 according to the accessory drive data specified by the effect content. The movable decorative member 22 is an effect member, is usually provided around the liquid crystal display device 10, and is arranged so as to be hidden by a decorative portion (not shown) during non-effect. Then, when a specific effect is performed, the movable decorative member 22 is driven by the decorative member drive circuit 94 and is exposed on the front surface of the liquid crystal display device 10. In the following, the movable decorative member 22 will be referred to as a movable accessory 22.

[Transition flow of game state on the main side]
Next, the gaming state controlled by the main control circuit 41 (main CPU 51) of the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment and the transition flow thereof will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 and 7.

In the present embodiment, the main control circuit 41 manages the gaming state based on the presence / absence of winning / operating of the bonus, the type of the internal winning combination related to the replay, and the winning probability thereof. As shown in FIG. 7, the main control circuit 41 distinguishes between the bonus non-winning state, the inter-flag state, and the bonus state based on the presence / absence of winning / operating of the bonus (BB). Specifically, the bonus non-winning state is a state in which the bonus is not winning and the bonus is not operating, and the inter-flag state is a state in which the bonus is winning and the bonus is not operating, and the bonus state. Is the state in which the bonus is activated.

Further, the main control circuit 41 provides six types of states, from the RT0 gaming state to the RT5 gaming state, in which the types of internal winning combinations related to the replay and the winning probabilities thereof are different from each other. The RT0 gaming state to the RT2 gaming state are gaming states in which the probability that the winning combination related to the replay is determined as the internal winning combination is low, and the RT3 gaming state and the RT5 gaming state are the gaming states in which the winning combination related to the replay is the internal winning combination. It is a gaming state in which the probability of being determined as is a medium probability. Further, the RT4 gaming state is a gaming state in which the probability that the winning combination related to the replay is determined as the internal winning combination is high, and is the most advantageous gaming state among the bonus non-winning states.

The main control circuit 41 is an RT0 game that is distinguished based on the bonus non-winning state, the inter-flag state and the bonus state, which are distinguished based on the presence / absence of winning / operating of the bonus, the type of the internal winning combination related to the replay, and the winning probability thereof. State ~ RT5 game state and from to manage the game state of the main side in pachislot 1. More specifically, the main control circuit 41 has, as the gaming state in the pachislot 1, the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, and the bonus non-winning state. RT3 game state, RT4 game state in bonus non-winning state, RT5 game state in inter-flag state, RT0 game state in bonus state, RT2 game state in bonus state, RT4 game state in bonus state, and RB game state in bonus state It manages 10 types of states.

Whether or not the bonus is won is managed based on the data stored in the internal winning combination storage area (see FIG. 48 described later) provided in the main RAM 53. For example, when the data 1 is stored in the bit 2 of the internal winning combination storage area 4, it means that the bonus is won. Further, the presence / absence of the bonus operation and the RT game state are managed based on the data stored in the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 51 described later) provided in the main RAM 53. For example, when the data 1 is stored in the bits 3 and 5 of the game state flag storage area, the bonus (BB game state) is activated and the RT4 game state is set.

RT0 game state in the bonus non-winning state (data of bits 2 to 7 of the internal winning combination storage area 4 and bit 0 of the internal winning combination storage area 5 are 0, and data of all bits of the game state flag storage area is 0). Is one of the basic gaming states during the bonus non-winning state. As shown in FIG. 6, from the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the RT3 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, and the inter-flag state. There is a possibility of shifting to the RT5 gaming state.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, in the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, when (1) a combination of symbols related to the bell spill or the RT1 transition lip is displayed, the bonus non-winning state is displayed. Shifts to the RT1 game state of. The bell spilled stitch is a combination of symbols displayed when the push order bell, which will be described later, is determined as the internal winning combination, and the push order determined for each type of push order bell is incorrect. Further, the RT1 transition lip is a combination of symbols displayed when the push order rip, which will be described later, is determined as an internal winning combination, and the push order determined for each type of the push order rip is incorrect.

Further, in the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, when the combination of the symbols related to (2) RT4 transition lip is displayed, the game shifts to the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state. The RT4 transition lip is a combination of symbols displayed when the push order lip described later is determined as an internal winning combination, and the push order determined for each type of push order lip is correct, or a combination of symbols described later. It is a combination of symbols displayed when "F_chance lip 2" or "F_slip chance lip 2" is determined as an internal winning combination.

Further, in the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, when the combination of the symbols related to (3) RT3 transition lip is displayed, the game shifts to the RT3 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state. The RT3 transition lip is a combination of symbols displayed when "F_slip chance lip 1" or "F_cherry lip", which will be described later, is determined as an internal winning combination.

Further, in the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, when the combination related to (5) BB is determined as the internal winning combination, the state shifts to the RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state. The role related to BB is any one of "F_black black black", "F_red red red", "F_white white white", "F_red red white", and "F_white white red" described later. The winning combination related to these BBs is carried over as an internal winning combination until the combination of the corresponding symbols is displayed (that is, until the operation of the BB starts) when the combination is determined as the internal winning combination, so-called carry-over. It is a role.

Subsequently, the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (data of bits 2 to 7 of the internal winning combination storage area 4 and bit 0 of the internal winning combination storage area 5 is 0, and data of bit 0 of the game state flag storage area). 1) is one of the basic gaming states during the bonus non-winning state. As shown in FIG. 6, there is a possibility that the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state shifts to the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state and the RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, in the RT1 game state in the bonus non-winning state, (4) when the fixed number of games (5 games in the present embodiment) elapses, the bonus non-winning RT0 game Move to the state. Further, in the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, when the combination related to (5) BB is determined as the internal winning combination, the state shifts to the RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state.

Further, the data of the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (the data of bits 2 to 7 of the internal winning combination storage area 4 and the data of bit 0 of the internal winning combination storage area 5 is 0, and the data of the bit 1 of the game state flag storage area is 0. 1) is a gaming state in which there is a possibility of transition after the operation of the BB is completed. In the present embodiment, at the end of the bonus, the state shifts to the bonus non-winning state while the RT gaming state in the bonus state is maintained. Therefore, the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state shifts when the bonus state ends in the RT2 gaming state in the bonus state. Further, as shown in FIG. 6, there is a possibility that the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state may shift to the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state and the RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, in the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, (1) when the combination of symbols related to the bell spill is displayed, the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state is displayed. Move to. Further, in the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, when the combination related to (5) BB is determined as the internal winning combination, the state shifts to the RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state.

Further, the data of the RT3 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (the data of bits 2 to 7 of the internal winning combination storage area 4 and the data of bit 0 of the internal winning combination storage area 5 are 0, and the data of the bit 2 of the game state flag storage area is 0. 1) is a gaming state in which the probability that the winning combination related to the replay is determined as the internal winning combination is higher than that in the RT0 gaming state, which is the basic gaming state of the pachislot machine 1. As shown in FIG. 6, there is a possibility that the RT3 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state shifts to the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state and the RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, in the RT3 game state in the bonus non-winning state, (4) when the fixed number of games (5 games in the present embodiment) elapses, the bonus non-winning RT0 game Move to the state. Further, in the RT3 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, when the combination related to (5) BB is determined as the internal winning combination, the state shifts to the RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state.

Further, the data of the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (the data of bits 2 to 7 of the internal winning combination storage area 4 and the data of bit 0 of the internal winning combination storage area 5 is 0, and the data of the bit 3 of the game state flag storage area is 0. 1) is an advantageous state in which the winning combination is most likely to be determined as the internal winning combination and the game can be played without reducing the number of medals. As shown in FIG. 6, there is a possibility that the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state may shift to the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state and the RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, in the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, when (1) a combination of symbols related to the bell spill or the RT1 transition lip is displayed, the bonus non-winning state is displayed. Shifts to the RT1 game state of. Further, in the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, when the combination related to (5) BB is determined as the internal winning combination, the state shifts to the RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state.

Further, the data of any of the RT5 gaming states in the inter-flag state (bits 2 to 7 of the internal winning combination storage area 4 and bit 0 of the internal winning combination storage area 5 is 1 and bit 4 of the game state flag storage area is 1. The data 1) is between the so-called BB flags in which the combination related to the BB is carried over as the internal winning combination, and the game of staying until the combination of symbols corresponding to the BB carried over as the internal winning combination is displayed. It is in a state. As shown in FIG. 6, there is a possibility that the RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state may shift to the RT0 gaming state in the bonus state. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, in the RT5 game state in the inter-flag state, (6) a combination of symbols according to the carried-over BB is displayed, and when the BB is activated, RT0 in the bonus state is displayed. It shifts to the game state.

The RT0 game state in the bonus state (the data of bits 2 to 7 of the internal winning combination storage area 4 and the data of bit 0 of the internal winning combination storage area 5 is 0, and the data of bit 5 of the game state flag storage area is 1) is When the BB is activated, it is the first game state to stay. During the bonus state, the game starts from the RT0 game state in the bonus state and shifts to other game states. As shown in FIG. 6, there is a possibility that the RT0 gaming state in the bonus state shifts to the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state and the RT4 gaming state in the bonus state.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, when the operation of (10) BB is completed in the RT0 gaming state in the bonus state, the state shifts to the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (before and after the end of the bonus). The RT game state is maintained). The operation of BB ends when the number of medals paid out during the bonus state exceeds 59.

Further, in the RT0 gaming state in the bonus state, when the combination related to (7) JACIN is determined as the internal winning combination, the system shifts to the RT4 gaming state in the bonus state. The combination related to JACIN is any one of "F_JACIN1", "F_JACIN2", and "F_JACIN3" described later. Here, as shown in FIG. 26 described later, in the RT0 gaming state in the bonus state, there is a high probability that the winning combination related to JACIN is determined as the internal winning combination (about 52%), so that the operation of BB is basically activated. Before the end, the winning combination related to JACIN is determined as the internal winning combination, and the game shifts to the RT4 gaming state in the bonus state. These JACIN winning combinations will be used as internal winning combinations only during the bonus state until the corresponding symbol combination is displayed (that is, until the RB operation starts) when it is determined as the internal winning combination. It is a so-called carry-over role that is carried over.

Further, in the RT4 game state in the bonus state (data of bits 1 to 3 of the internal winning combination storage area 5 is 0, and data of bits 3 and bit 5 of the game state flag storage area is 1), the combination related to JACIN is used. It is between the so-called RB flags in the bonus state, which is carried over as an internal winning combination. As shown in FIG. 6, there is a possibility that the RT4 gaming state in the bonus state shifts to the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state and the RB gaming state in the bonus state. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, when the operation of (10) BB is completed in the RT4 gaming state in the bonus state, the state shifts to the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (before and after the end of the bonus). The RT game state is maintained). Further, in the RT4 game state in the bonus state, (8) a combination of symbols corresponding to the carried-over JACIN is displayed, and when the RB is activated, the game shifts to the RB game state in the bonus state.

Further, the data of the RB game state in the bonus state (data of bits 2 to 7 of the internal winning combination storage area 4 and bits 0 to 3 of the internal winning combination storage area 5 is 0, and bits 5 and 6 of the game state flag storage area are 0. Data 1) is a gaming state in which the RB shifts when the operation of the RB starts during the bonus state. As shown in FIG. 22 to be described later, in the RB game state in the bonus state, there is a high probability (about 65%) that "out of place" is determined as the internal winning combination, which is basically a disadvantageous state. In the form of pachislot 1, during the bonus state, the game is played while maintaining the RT4 game state in the bonus state without displaying the combination of symbols according to the JACIN carried over.

As shown in FIG. 6, there is a possibility that the RB gaming state in the bonus state shifts to the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state and the RT2 gaming state in the bonus state. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, in the RB game state in the bonus state, when the operation of (10) BB is completed, the state shifts to the RT2 game state in the bonus non-winning state. Further, in the RB game state in the bonus state, (9) when the operation of the RB is completed, the state shifts to the RT2 game state in the bonus state. As for the operation of the RB, the combination of symbols other than "missing" is displayed 8 times in the RB game state in the bonus state (8 wins), and 12 games are performed in the RB game state in the bonus state. It ends when either that or the operation of the BB ends is satisfied.

Further, the data of the RT2 game state in the bonus state (data of bits 2 to 7 of the internal winning combination storage area 4 and bits 0 to 3 of the internal winning combination storage area 5 is 0, and bits 1 and bit 5 of the game state flag storage area are 0. Data 1) is a gaming state that shifts after the RB gaming state in the bonus state. As shown in FIG. 6, there is a possibility that the RT2 gaming state in the bonus state shifts to the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state and the RT4 gaming state in the bonus state. Specifically, in the RT2 gaming state in the bonus state, when the operation of (10) BB is completed, the operation shifts to the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (the RT gaming state is maintained before and after the end of the bonus). Further, in the RT2 gaming state in the bonus state, when the combination related to (7) JACIN is determined as the internal winning combination, the system shifts to the RT4 gaming state in the bonus state.

[Various data tables on the main control side]
Next, the configurations of various data tables stored in the main ROM 52 will be described with reference to FIGS. 8 to 26.

<Design arrangement table>
The symbol arrangement table shown in FIG. 8 represents the arrangement of symbols arranged on the surfaces of the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R by data. The symbol arrangement table defines the correspondence between the 21 symbol positions "0" to "20" and the symbols corresponding to each of these symbol positions.

The symbol positions "0" to "20" indicate the positions of the symbols arranged along the rotation direction in each of the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R. The symbol corresponding to the symbol positions "0" to "20" can be specified by referring to the symbol arrangement table using the value of the symbol counter.

The types of patterns are "white 7", "red 7", "BAR", "rip 1", "rip 2", "rip 3", "cherry 1", "cherry 2", "watermelon" and "watermelon". Includes "bell".

In the symbol arrangement table shown in FIG. 8, when the reel index is detected, the symbol located in the middle of the display window 4 (the symbol passing through the middle of the display window 4) is assigned to the symbol position "0", and the reel 3L Correspondence relationships are defined in which symbol positions "0" to "20" are assigned to each of the 21 symbols in the order of movement in the rotation directions of 3, 3C, and 3R.

In this way, by using the middle stage of the display window 4 as a reference, the type of the symbol located in the middle stage of the display window 4 can be specified for each of the three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R.

<Design code table>
Further, as shown in FIG. 8, each symbol arranged on each reel 3L, 3C, 3R is specified by a symbol code table and is distinguished by 1 byte (8 bits) of data. The symbol code table shown in FIG. 8 represents a code for identifying the symbols arranged on the surfaces of the three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R.

The symbols used in the pachislot machine 1 according to the present embodiment are "white 7", "red 7", "BAR", "rip 1", "rip 2", "rip 3", "cherry 1", as described above. There are 10 types of "cherry 2", "watermelon" and "bell".

In the symbol code table, "00000001" is assigned as data to the "white 7" symbol (symbol code 1). "00000010" is assigned as data to the "red 7" symbol (symbol code 2). "00000011" is assigned as data to the "BAR" symbol (symbol code 3).

Similarly, for each of the "Rip 1", "Rip 2", "Rip 3", "Cherry 1", "Cherry 2", "Watermelon" and "Bell" symbols (symbol codes 4 to 10). "00000100" to "000001010" are assigned as data.

<Design combination table>
Next, the symbol combination table will be described with reference to FIGS. 9 to 21. The symbol combination table is used when a combination of symbols predetermined according to the type of privilege, data stored in the main RAM 53 when the combination of the symbols is displayed, and the combination of the symbols are displayed. The correspondence with the benefits (number of medals paid out) is stipulated.

In the present embodiment, a prize is won when the combination of symbols displayed on the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R matches the symbol combination (combination) specified in the symbol combination table along the winning line. Is determined. Then, when it is determined that the prize is won, the player is given benefits such as paying out medals, operating the re-game, and operating the bonus game. If the combination of symbols displayed along the winning line does not match any of the combinations of symbols specified in the symbol combination table, it is a so-called "missing". That is, in the present embodiment, the combination of the "missing" symbols is specified by not specifying the combination of the symbols corresponding to the "missing" in the symbol combination table. The present invention is not limited to this, and the item of "off" may be provided in the symbol combination table to directly specify "off".

The data column in the symbol combination table defines information for identifying the symbol combination displayed along the winning line. Specifically, in the data column, "storage area (data for designating a display combination storage area (see FIG. 50) described later)" in which data of a combination of corresponding symbols is stored, and the storage area "Data (data for designating bits according to the combination of symbols in 1-byte data)" to be stored is specified. In this embodiment, the combination of each symbol is determined by using 45 1-byte storage areas. For example, the “R_RT shift A_01” shown in FIG. 9 is determined by storing 1 in bit 0 of the display combination storage area 1.

The combination specified in the symbol combination table means a symbol combination of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R displayed along the winning line when each reel 3L, 3C, 3R is stopped. For each combination, the role of the combination and the combination name according to the type of the symbol constituting the combination are defined.

In addition, the number of medals to be paid out specified in the symbol combination table specifies the number of medals to be paid out when the corresponding combination of symbols is displayed. For example, referring to FIG. 19, when the combination “C_CD bell” is displayed, 10 medals will be paid out.

In the present embodiment, a large number of combinations of symbols shown in FIGS. 9 to 21 are classified into a plurality of types according to their roles. The role type column in the symbol combination table defines the role of each symbol combination. More specifically, in the present embodiment, a large number of combinations of symbols are classified into six types: "RT transition eye", "BB", "JACIN", "re-game", "RT transition re-game", and "winning".

The role type "RT transition" is a combination of symbols that shifts the RT game state when displayed, and corresponds to "R_RT transition A_01" to "R_RT transition F_08" shown in FIG. .. These "RT transition stitches" are a combination of symbols displayed when the answer is incorrect in the push order determined for each type of push order bell described above, and are the above-mentioned "bell spilled stitches". That is, if the push order bell is determined as the internal winning combination and the answer is incorrect in the push order, one of the combinations of symbols corresponding to the combination type "RT transition" may be displayed. When the combination of symbols corresponding to the role type "RT transition eye" is displayed, there is a possibility of transition to the RT1 gaming state.

The combination type "BB" is a combination of symbols in which the BB is operated when displayed, and corresponds to "C_BB1" to "C_BB5_02" shown in FIG. When the combination of symbols corresponding to the role type "BB" is displayed, the operation of the BB starts and the game shifts to the RT0 gaming state.

The combination type "JACIN" is a combination of symbols in which the RB is operated when displayed, and corresponds to "C_JACIN1" to "C_JACIN3" shown in FIG. When the combination of symbols corresponding to the role type "JACIN" is displayed, the operation of the RB starts, and after the operation of the RB ends, the game shifts to the RT2 gaming state.

The role type "re-game" is a combination of symbols in which the re-game is activated when displayed, and corresponds to "C_CU white" to "C_KY lip_09" shown in FIG. When the combination of symbols corresponding to the role type "re-game" is displayed, the re-game is activated. When the combination of symbols corresponding to the role type "re-game" is displayed, the RT game state is not changed.

The role type "RT transition re-game" is a combination of symbols that may shift the RT game state at the same time as the re-game is activated when displayed, and is the "C_CU lip" shown in FIGS. 11 to 17. _01 "to" C_Sui FKF_18 "corresponds. When the combination of symbols corresponding to the role type "RT transition re-game" is displayed, the re-game is activated, and there is a possibility of shifting to various RT game states according to the combination of symbols.

For example, when "C_CU rip_01" to "C_CU rip_03" shown in FIG. 11 are displayed, there is a possibility of shifting to the RT1 gaming state. These "C_CU rip_01" to "C_CU rip_03" are a combination of symbols that may be displayed when the answer is incorrect in the push order determined for each type of push order rip described above, and are the above-mentioned "RT1". "Transition lip". That is, if the push order lip is determined as the internal winning combination and the answer is incorrect in the push order, one of "C_CU lip_01" to "C_CU lip_03" will be displayed.

Further, when "C_C Lip 01" to "C_Bell FKC_12" shown in FIGS. 11 to 13 are displayed, there is a possibility of shifting to the RT4 gaming state. These "C_C rip 01" to "C_bell FKC_12" are the above-mentioned "RT4 transition rip". More specifically, if the push order lip described above is determined as the internal winning combination and the answer is correct in the push order, one of "C_CU lip_01" to "C_CU lip_03" will be displayed. Further, when the above-mentioned "F_chance lip 2" or "F_slip chance lip 2" is determined as the internal winning combination, any one of "C_C lip 01" to "C_bell FKC_12" is displayed regardless of the pressing order. It will be.

Further, when "C_CD Chelip A_01" to "C_Sui FKF_18" shown in FIGS. 14 to 17 are displayed, there is a possibility of shifting to the RT3 gaming state. These "C_CD chelip A_01" to "C_Sui FKF_18" are the above-mentioned "RT3 transition lip". More specifically, when the above-mentioned "F_slip chance lip 1" or "F_cherry lip" is determined as the internal winning combination, any one of "C_CD chelip A_01" to "C_sui FKF_18" is used regardless of the pressing order. It will be displayed.

The role type "winning" is a combination of symbols in which medals are paid out when displayed, and corresponds to "C_CD watermelon" to "C_B bell BB_04" shown in FIGS. 18 to 21. When the combination of symbols corresponding to the role type "winning" is displayed, the number of medals specified in the payout number column of the symbol combination table will be paid out. When the combination of symbols corresponding to the role type "winning" is displayed, the RT game state is not changed.

The “C_CD bell” shown in FIG. 19 is a combination of symbols displayed when the correct answer is given in the push order determined for each type of push order bell described above. In addition, among the combinations of symbols corresponding to the role type "winning", the combination of symbols with the number of payouts "3" is displayed when the answer is incorrect in the push order determined for each push order bell type described above. It is a combination of possible symbols. That is, when the answer is incorrect in the push order determined for each push order bell type, the combination of the symbols corresponding to the role type "winning" and the number of payouts "3" or the role type "RT transition" The combination of symbols corresponding to "eyes" will be displayed. In Pachislot 1, there are 6 possible push orders for the stop operation. Therefore, the symbol combination to be displayed when the push order is incorrect can be arbitrarily set from the 5 push orders of the incorrect answer. be able to.

<Internal lottery table>
Subsequently, with reference to FIGS. 22 to 26, the internal lottery table referred to when determining the internal winning combination will be described. The internal lottery table is provided for each game state, and defines the lottery value information for the data pointer corresponding to the winning combination. In the above-mentioned RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the internal winning combination is determined using the lottery value specified in the "RT0" column of the internal lottery table, and similarly, the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state ~ bonus non-winning state. In the winning RT4 gaming state, the internal winning combination is determined using the lottery values defined in the "RT1" to "RT4" columns of the internal lottery table. Further, in the RT5 game state in the inter-flag state, the internal winning combination is determined using the lottery value defined in the "RT5" column of the internal lottery table. Further, in the RT0 game state in the bonus state, the internal winning combination is determined using the lottery value specified in the "BB (RT0)" column of the internal lottery table, and similarly, the RT4 game state or bonus in the bonus state. In the RT2 gaming state in the state, the internal winning combination is determined using the lottery value specified in the "BB in (RT4)" or "BB in (RT2)" column of the internal lottery table, and the RB gaming state in the bonus state. Then, the internal winning combination is determined using the lottery value specified in the "in BB (RB)" column of the internal lottery table.

The internal lottery table basically changes the type of the winning combination and the winning probability related to the replay determined as the internal winning combination according to the type of the RT gaming state, and depends on whether or not the bonus (BB or RB) is activated. The type and winning probability of the winning combination (other than the replay and carry-over winning combination) determined as the internal winning combination changes.

The data pointer is data acquired as a result of lottery performed by referring to the internal lottery table, and is data used for determining the storage area type and 1-byte data. As the data pointer, a small winning combination / replay data pointer and a bonus data pointer are individually defined corresponding to each of the plurality of winning numbers.

In the present embodiment, the lottery random value extracted from the predetermined numerical range "0 to 65535" is sequentially subtracted by the lottery value corresponding to each winning combination, and whether or not the subtraction result is negative. An internal lottery is performed by determining (whether or not a so-called "digit" has occurred).

Therefore, the larger the number defined as the lottery value, the higher the probability that the data to which it is assigned (that is, the dake pointer) will be determined. That is, the winning probability of each winning number can be expressed by "the lottery value corresponding to each winning number / the number of all random number values that may be extracted (65536)".

<Comparison table of internal winning combination and symbol combination>
27 to 45 are comparison tables showing the correspondence with the combinations of symbols that can be displayed on the winning line in each internal winning combination. The circles in each correspondence table indicate the combinations of symbols that can be displayed on the winning line in the winning combination determined as the internal winning combination. In addition, in the winning combination, the combination of symbols that cannot be displayed on the winning line is not shown in the correspondence table (for example, in the winning combination “F_black black black” shown in FIG. 27, FIG. 28 and later. Since the combination of symbols shown in (1) cannot be displayed, the correspondence table is omitted).

With reference to FIG. 27, for example, when the winning combination “F_black black black” is the internal winning combination, the combination of the symbols of the combination name “C_BB1” can be stopped and displayed on the winning line. Referring to FIG. 10, the combination name "C_BB1" is a combination of symbols in which "BAR-BAR-BAR" is displayed along the winning line. It should be noted that the correspondence table shown in the same figure does not specify the case where the winning combination is "missing", but this is a combination of all the symbols specified by the symbol combination tables shown in FIGS. 9 to 21. Indicates that the display of is not permitted.

In the pachislot machine 1, the main control circuit 41 has different stop controls depending on the internal winning combination and the gaming state, and when a predetermined winning combination is determined as the internal winning combination, the correspondence relationship shown in FIGS. 27 to 45 is shown. The rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R is stopped so that the combination of symbols can be displayed. In the correspondence table shown in FIGS. 27 to 45, all combinations of symbols that may be displayed when the winning combination is determined as the internal winning combination are listed, but the stop by the main control circuit 41 Since the control differs depending not only on the internal winning combination but also on the current gaming state, even a combination of symbols marked with a circle corresponding to the winning combination may not be displayed depending on the gaming state.

<Outline of the winning role>
This point will be described in detail with reference to the outline of the winning combination shown in FIGS. 46 and 47. As shown in FIG. 46, when "out of place" is determined as the internal winning combination, the display of all the symbol combinations defined by the symbol combination tables shown in FIGS. 9 to 21 is not permitted. In the RT4 gaming state where the probability that the winning combination related to the replay is determined as the internal winning combination is high, the probability that "missing" is determined as the internal winning combination decreases as the winning probability of the winning combination related to the replay increases. Therefore, in the following, the "missing" in the RT4 gaming state may be used as a rare role (treated as a so-called "pure losing").

In addition, when any of "F_black black-black", "F_red-red-red", "F_white-white-white", "F_red-red-white", and "F_white-white-red" is determined as the internal winning combination, the correspondence shown in FIG. Display of related symbol combinations is allowed. If any of "F_black black-black", "F_red-red-red", "F_white-white-white", "F_red-red-white", and "F_white-white-red" is determined as the internal winning combination, as described above. The gaming state is the RT5 gaming state between flags.

Further, when any one of "F_maintenance lip 1" and "F_maintenance lip 2" is determined as the internal winning combination, the display of the combination of symbols having the corresponding relationship shown in FIGS. 28 to 32 is permitted. In addition, even if the combination of the corresponding symbols is displayed for "F_maintenance lip 1" and "F_maintenance lip 2", the RT game state is not changed.

Further, "F_123 rip" to "F_2nd rip" are the above-mentioned push order rips, and when any of these push order rips is determined as the internal winning combination, the correspondence relationship shown in FIGS. 28 to 32 is established. Display of a combination of symbols is allowed. More specifically, when the correct answer is in the push order determined for each push order lip type, the above-mentioned RT4 transition lip (FIGS. 11 to 11) among the combinations of symbols having the corresponding relationships shown in FIGS. 28 to 32. When the display of the combination of symbols corresponding to (see FIG. 13) is permitted and the answer is incorrect in the pressing order, the above-mentioned RT1 transition lip (see FIG. 11) among the combinations of symbols having the corresponding relationships shown in FIGS. 28 to 32. ) Is permitted to display the combination of symbols.

In addition, the name of the winning role as the push order lip is determined based on the push order that is the correct answer. For example, "1" named "F_123 Lip" indicates that the stop operation is "left", "2" indicates that the stop operation is "middle", and "3" indicates that the stop operation is "right". It shows that it is. Then, "123" indicates the correct push order. In the case of "F_123 lip", the first stop operation is "left", the second stop operation is "middle", and the third stop operation is "right". If is, the answer is correct, and if the push order is other than that, the answer is incorrect. Similarly, in the case of "F_231 Lip", the correct answer is when the first stop operation is "middle", the second stop operation is "right", and the third stop operation is "left", and in the case of other push orders. Indicates that the answer is incorrect. Further, "F_2nd lip" indicates that the answer is correct when the first stop operation is "medium", and is incorrect when the first stop operation is in any other push order.

Returning to FIG. 46, "F_123 upper 7 ten" to "F_2nd cross 7 alignment" are not only internal winning combinations but also winning combinations whose stop control differs depending on the gaming state. Specifically, in the bonus non-winning state, "F_123 upper 7 ten" to "F_2nd cross 7 alignment" are the above-mentioned push order rips, and when the push order is correct, the correspondence shown in FIGS. 28 to 32. Of the combinations of symbols having the above, the display of the combination of symbols corresponding to the above-mentioned RT4 transition lip (see FIGS. 11 to 13) is permitted, and when the answer is incorrect in the pressing order, the correspondence shown in FIGS. 28 to 32 is displayed. Among the combinations of symbols to have, the display of the combination of symbols corresponding to the above-mentioned RT1 transition lip (see FIG. 11) is permitted.

On the other hand, in the bonus state, "F_123 upper 7 ten" to "F_2nd cross 7 assortment" are "F_123 upper 7 ten" among the combinations of the combination names "C_CU white" to "C_B white_02" shown in FIG. "F_2nd cross 7 alignment" and the display of the combination of the symbols corresponding to each other are permitted. Here, the combination of the symbols of the combination names "C_CU white" to "C_B white_02" is a pseudo line other than the winning line among the lines connecting the upper, middle and lower stages of the reels 3L, 3C and 3R in a straight line. This is a combination of symbols in which three or two "white 7" symbols or "red 7" symbols are displayed on the line. In the following, a combination of symbols in which any of three "white 7" symbols or "red 7" symbols is displayed may be referred to as a "7-matched lip", and a "white 7" symbol or "red 7" may be used. A combination of symbols in which two of the symbols are displayed may be referred to as "7 fanning lip". Of the combination names "C_CU white" to "C_B white_02", the combination of symbols without "FK (fake)" in the combination name is "7-match lip", and the combination name is "FK (fake)". The combination of the symbols marked with is "7 free-kick lip". The lines connecting the upper, middle and lower tiers of each reel 3L, 3C and 3R in a straight line are the top line connecting the upper tiers, the center line connecting the middle tiers, the bottom line connecting the lower tiers, and the cross down line connecting the lower tiers. There are 5 types of cross-up lines that connect to the right, but since the winning line is a cross-down line, "7-matched rip" or "7-fan rip" is 4 pseudo lines other than the cross-down line. Three or two "white 7" symbols or "red 7" symbols will be displayed along any of the above.

With reference to the correspondence shown in FIG. 28, in the bonus state, the display of "7 fanning lip" is permitted for "F_123 upper 7 ten" and "F_132 lower 7 ten". Further, in the bonus state, the display of "7-aligned lip" is permitted for "F_312 upper 7-aligned" to "F_2nd cross 7-aligned".

Further, "F_J1 upper 7 lip", "F_J1 lower 7 lip" and "F_J1 cross 7 lip" are not only internal winning combinations but also winning combinations whose stop control differs depending on the gaming state. Specifically, in the bonus non-winning state, "F_J1 upper 7 rips", "F_J1 lower 7 rips" and "F_J1 cross 7 rips" are the above-mentioned RT4 transition rips (see FIGS. 11 to 13) regardless of the pressing order. ) Is permitted to display the combination of symbols. In the bonus non-winning state, "F_J1 upper 7 rips", "F_J1 lower 7 rips" and "F_J1 cross 7 rips" are determined as internal winning roles only in the RT4 game state, so in the bonus non-winning state , "F_J1 upper 7 rip", "F_J1 lower 7 rip" and "F_J1 cross 7 rip" are determined as internal winning combinations, the RT4 gaming state will be maintained.

On the other hand, in the bonus state, the stop control of "F_J1 upper 7 lip", "F_J1 lower 7 lip" and "F_J1 cross 7 lip" differs depending on the type of the role related to JACIN carried over as the internal winning combination. Specifically, in the bonus state, when "F_JACIN1" is carried over as an internal winning combination (that is, either "F_J1 upper 7 rip", "F_J1 lower 7 rip" or "F_J1 cross 7 rip" and "F_JACIN1" ”),“ F_J1 upper 7 rips ”,“ F_J1 lower 7 rips ”and“ F_J1 cross 7 rips ”are“ 7-matched rips ”other than the cross down line. Three "white 7" symbols or three "red 7" symbols will be displayed along any of the four pseudo lines of.

On the other hand, in the bonus state, when "F_JACIN2" or "F_JACIN3" is carried over as an internal winning combination (that is, either "F_J1 upper 7 rip", "F_J1 lower 7 rip" or "F_J1 cross 7 rip" and " If either "F_JACIN2" or "F_JACIN3" is determined as the internal winning combination), "F_J1 upper 7 rips", "F_J1 lower 7 rips" and "F_J1 cross 7 rips" are "normal in bonus". It is a "rip", and a combination of symbols other than the "7-matched lip" among the combinations of symbols having a corresponding relationship shown in FIGS. 28 to 32 is displayed.

The state in which "F_JACIN1" is carried over as the internal winning combination may be referred to as "between the JAC1 flags", and similarly, the state in which "F_JACIN2" is carried over as the internal winning combination is referred to as "between the JAC2 flags". The state in which "F_JACIN3" is carried over as an internal winning combination may be referred to as "between JAC3 flags".

Further, "F_J2 Chance Lip 1" to "F_J2 Cherry Lip" are not only internal winning combinations but also winning combinations whose stop control differs depending on the game state. Specifically, in the bonus non-winning state, "F_J2 chance lip 1" to "F_J2 cherry lip" are combinations of symbols according to the above-mentioned RT4 transition lip (see FIGS. 11 to 13) regardless of the pressing order. Display is allowed. In addition, in the bonus non-winning state, "F_J2 chance lip 1" to "F_J2 cherry lip" are determined as internal winning roles only in the RT4 game state, so in the bonus non-winning state, "F_J1 upper 7 lip", When "F_J1 lower 7 rips" and "F_J1 cross 7 rips" are determined as internal winning combinations, the RT4 gaming state is maintained.

On the other hand, in the bonus state, the stop control of "F_J2 chance lip 1" to "F_J2 cherry lip" differs depending on the type of the combination related to JACIN carried over as the internal winning combination. Specifically, in the bonus state, when "F_JACIN2" is carried over as an internal winning combination (that is, either "F_J1 upper 7 rip", "F_J1 lower 7 rip" or "F_J1 cross 7 rip" and "F_JACIN2" ”),“ F_J2 chance lip 1 ”to“ F_J2 cherry lip ”is a“ chance lip ”, and the symbols having the corresponding relationship shown in FIGS. 33 to 39 Display of any combination of symbols "C_B Lip 01" to "C_Sui FKF_18" among the combinations is permitted.

On the other hand, in the bonus state, when "F_JACIN1" or "F_JACIN3" is carried over as an internal winning combination (that is, either "F_J2 chance lip 1" to "F_J2 cherry lip" and either "F_JACIN1" or "F_JACIN3" (When two of the heels are determined as the internal winning combination), "F_J2 chance lip 1" to "F_J2 cherry lip" are "normal lip in the bonus" and have the correspondence shown in FIGS. 33 to 39. Among the combinations of symbols, combinations of symbols other than "Chance Lip" are displayed.

Further, "F_J3 Chance Lip 1" to "F_J3 Cherry Lip" are not only internal winning combinations but also winning combinations whose stop control differs depending on the gaming state. Specifically, in the bonus non-winning state, "F_J3 Chance Lip 1" to "F_J3 Cherry Lip" are combinations of symbols according to the above-mentioned RT4 transition lip (see FIGS. 11 to 13) regardless of the pressing order. Display is allowed. In addition, in the bonus non-winning state, "F_J3 chance lip 1" to "F_J3 cherry lip" are determined as internal winning roles only in the RT4 game state, so in the bonus non-winning state, "F_J3 chance lip 1" to When "F_J3 Cherry Lip" is determined as the internal winning combination, the RT4 gaming state will be maintained.

On the other hand, in the bonus state, "F_J3 Chance Lip 1" to "F_J3 Cherry Lip" are "Chance Lip" regardless of the type of the role related to JACIN carried over as the internal winning role, and are shown in FIGS. 33 to 39. Display of any combination of symbols "C_B Lip 01" to "C_Sui FKF_18" among the combinations of symbols having a corresponding relationship is permitted.

Further, when any one of "F_chance lip 1" to "F_common bell" is determined as the internal winning combination, the display of the combination of symbols having the corresponding relationship shown in FIGS. 33 to 45 is permitted. The features such as the transition of the RT gaming state triggered by "F_Chance Lip 1" to "F_Common Bell" are as shown in FIG.

Subsequently, with reference to FIG. 47, "F_123 bell A" to "F_321 bell D" are basically the push order bells described above, and one of these push order bells is determined as an internal winning combination. In this case, the display of the combination of symbols having the corresponding relationship shown in FIGS. 40 to 45 is permitted. More specifically, when the correct answer is in the push order determined for each push order bell type, "C_CD bell (see FIG. 19)" among the combinations of symbols having the corresponding relationships shown in FIGS. 40 to 45. It is permitted to display the combination of symbols according to. On the other hand, when the push order determined for each type of push order bell is incorrect, the symbols corresponding to the above-mentioned bell spills (see FIG. 9) among the combinations of symbols having the corresponding relationships shown in FIGS. 40 to 45. The combination of symbols or the combination of symbols whose payout number is "3" (see FIGS. 19 to 21) is permitted in the symbol combination table.

In addition, the name of the winning role as the push order bell is determined based on the push order that is the correct answer. For example, "1" named "F_123 Bell A" indicates that the stop operation is "left", "2" indicates that the stop operation is "middle", and "3" indicates that the stop operation is "middle". It shows that it is "right". Then, "123" indicates the correct push order. In the case of "F_123 Bell A", the first stop operation is "left", the second stop operation is "middle", and the third stop operation is "right". If it is, the answer is correct, and if the push order is other than that, the answer is incorrect. Similarly, in the case of "F_231 Bell A", the correct answer is when the first stop operation is "middle", the second stop operation is "right", and the third stop operation is "left", and the other push orders are used. It shows that the answer is incorrect in some cases.

Also, among the push order bells, "F_123 bell C", "F_123 bell D", "F_132 bell C", "F_132 bell D", "F_213 bell C", "F_213 bell D", "F_231 bell C", "F_231 bell D", and "F_312 bell" "C", "F_312 bell D", "F_321 bell C", and "F_321 bell D" are not only internal winning combinations but also winning combinations whose stop control differs depending on the gaming state. Specifically, it is the above-mentioned push order bell between the non-flags (RT0 game state to RT4 game state in the bonus non-winning state), and when the correct answer is in the push order, the symbols having the correspondence relationship shown in FIGS. 40 to 45. When the display of the symbol combination corresponding to the "C_CD bell (see FIG. 19)" is permitted and the answer is incorrect in the pressing order, among the combinations of the symbols having the corresponding relationships shown in FIGS. 40 to 45. It is permitted to display a combination of symbols according to the above-mentioned bell spills (see FIG. 9) or a combination of symbols whose payout number is "3" (see FIGS. 19 to 21) in the symbol combination table.

On the other hand, in the inter-flag state (RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state), "F_123 bell C" "F_123 bell D" "F_132 bell C" "F_132 bell D" "F_213 bell C" "F_213 bell D" "F_231 bell" "C", "F_231 bell D", "F_312 bell C", "F_312 bell D", "F_321 bell C", and "F_321 bell D" are combinations of symbols having a corresponding relationship shown in FIGS. 40 to 45 regardless of the pressing order. Display of a combination of symbols corresponding to our "C_CD bell (see FIG. 19)" is permitted.

Further, when any one of "F_JACIN1", "F_JACIN2", and "F_JACIN3" is determined as the internal winning combination, the display of the combination of symbols having the corresponding relationship shown in FIG. 27 is permitted. When any of "F_JACIN1", "F_JACIN2", and "F_JACIN3" is determined as the internal winning combination, the corresponding symbol combinations of "F_JACIN1", "F_JACIN2", and "F_JACIN3" determined as the internal winning combination are used. Until it is displayed (only during the bonus state), it will be carried over as an internal winning combination.

Further, when any of "F_RB combination A" and "F_RB combination B" is determined as the internal winning combination, the display of the combination of symbols having the corresponding relationship shown in FIGS. 40 to 45 is permitted.

[Various storage areas on the main control side]
48 to 54 are diagrams showing examples of various storage areas stored in the main RAM 53.

<Internal winning combination storage area>
The internal winning combination storage area shown in FIG. 48 is composed of 45 storage areas of the internal winning combination storage areas 1 to 45. The size of each storage area of these internal winning combination storage areas 1 to 45 is 1 byte.

Therefore, the total size of the internal winning combination storage areas 1 to 45 is 45 bytes. The internal winning combination storage areas 1 to 45 store data determined based on the internal winning combination (data indicating a combination of symbols that can be stopped according to the internal winning combination). In the illustrated internal winning combination storage area, for example, bit 2 of the internal winning combination storage area 4 corresponds to "C_BB1" indicating a combination of symbols that can be stopped when the internal winning combination "F_black black black" is used. ..

<Carryover storage area>
The carry-over combination storage area shown in FIG. 49 is a storage area having a size of 2 bytes, which is composed of two storage areas, the carry-over combination storage areas 1 and 2. Data related to the carry-over combination is stored in the carry-over combination storage area.

For example, by storing "1" in bit 2 of the carry-over combination storage area 1, it can be determined that the combination name "C_BB1" is in a state of winning "F_black black black" that can be stopped. The state in which "1" is stored in bit 2 of the carry-over combination storage area 1 is held until the combination of symbols corresponding to the combination name "C_BB1" is displayed on the winning line.

That is, when "F_black black black" is won, in bit 2 of the carry-over combination storage area 1 in at least one unit game until the combination of these bonus symbols is displayed on the winning line as a display combination, " The state in which "1" is stored is maintained. Maintaining the state in which "1" is stored in bit 2 from the unit game in which the bonus is won to the unit game in which the prize is won is called "carry-over". In addition, "F_black black black" "F_red red red" "F_white white white" "F_red red white" "F_white white red" "F_JACIN1" corresponding to the data (combination of symbols) stored in the carry-over combination storage area. "F_JACIN2" and "F_JACIN3" are referred to as "carry-over roles".

When the stop operation is performed by the player and each of the rotations of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R is stopped, the internal winning combination storage area is initialized, but the carry-over combination storage area is not initialized. By doing so, the state of "carry-over" can be maintained.

<Display combination storage area>
The display combination storage area shown in FIG. 50 is composed of 45 storage areas of display combination storage areas 1 to 45. The size of each storage area of these display combination storage areas 1 to 45 is 1 byte.

Therefore, the total size of the display combination storage areas 1 to 45 is 45 bytes. In the display combination storage areas 1 to 45, data determined based on the data (storage area type) defined by each symbol combination table shown in FIGS. 9 to 21 is stored. The value of the display combination storage area is used by the main CPU 51 to identify the display combination after all of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are stopped.

In the illustrated display combination storage area, for example, bits 0 to 7 of the display combination storage area 1 correspond to "R_RT transition item A_01" to "R_RT transition item C_01", respectively.

<Game status flag storage area>
The game state flag storage area shown in FIG. 51 stores a flag for identifying the game state managed by the main control circuit 41, and has a size of 1 byte.

Bits 0 to 6 of the game state flag storage area are set to "RT1 game state", "RT2 game state", "RT3 game state", "RT4 game state", "RT5 game state", "BB game state", and "RB game state", respectively. It corresponds.

<Operation stop button storage area>
The operation stop button storage area shown in FIG. 52 has a size of 1 byte. Bits 4 to 6 are storage areas indicating stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R, that is, valid stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R, which can detect a stop operation by the player.

Bits 0 to 2 are storage areas indicating the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R in which the stop operation corresponding to the valid stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R was detected immediately before. In the present embodiment, the bits 3 and 7 are unused and "0" is stored.

Bit 0 corresponds to the left stop button 17L. When the left stop button 17L is operated by the player, "1" is stored in bit 0. Bit 1 corresponds to the middle stop button 17C. When the middle stop button 17C is operated by the player, "1" is stored in bit 1. Bit 2 corresponds to the right stop button 17R. When the right stop button 17R is operated by the player, "1" is stored in bit 2.

Bit 4 corresponds to the left stop button 17L. When the left stop button 17L is valid, "1" is stored in bit 4. Bit 5 corresponds to the middle stop button 17C. When the middle stop button 17C is valid, "1" is stored in bit 5. Bit 6 corresponds to the right stop button 17R. When the right stop button 17R is valid, "1" is stored in bit 6.

In the present embodiment, when the stop button is valid, it means that the stop operation can be detected. Further, the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R corresponding to the reel rotating at a constant speed, and the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R capable of detecting the stop operation are referred to as effective stop buttons.

<Press order storage area>
The pressing order storage area shown in FIG. 53 is an area for storing information indicating the pressing order of the three stop buttons 17L, 17C, and 17R. The pressing order storage area has a size of 1 byte, bits 0 to 5 are used, bits 6 and 7 are unused, and "0" is stored.

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

<Design code storage area>
The symbol code storage area shown in FIG. 54 is configured in the same manner as the display combination storage area shown in FIG. 50. Therefore, detailed description will be omitted.

In the symbol code storage area, data indicating a combination of symbols that may be displayed on the rotating reel is stored. For example, when all of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are rotating, all the symbol combinations may be displayed, so that "1" is stored in all the corresponding bits of the symbol code storage area. The reel. After that, when the left reel 3L is stopped (reels 3C and 3R are rotated), the bit corresponding to the combination of symbols that cannot be displayed due to the stop of the left reel 3L is updated to "0".

[Transition flow of game state on the sub side]
Next, the gaming state controlled by the sub-control circuit 42 (sub-CPU 81) of the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment and the transition flow thereof will be described with reference to FIG. 55.

In the present embodiment, the sub-control circuit 42 manages the gaming state based on whether or not to notify the content of the stop operation that is advantageous to the player. As shown in FIG. 55, the sub-control circuit 42 distinguishes between a general gaming state, an ART gaming state, and a bonus state. Here, the general gaming state is basically a gaming state that is disadvantageous to the player, the bonus state is basically a gaming state that is advantageous to the player, and the ART gaming state is the gaming state. This is the most advantageous gaming state for a person. In the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the player plays the game so as to shift from the general gaming state (with a bonus state depending on the situation) to the most advantageous ART gaming state.

The general gaming state is a gaming state corresponding to the RT0 to RT4 gaming states (see FIG. 6) of the bonus non-winning state on the main side, and is a non-winning gaming state for the ART lottery on the sub side. As shown in FIG. 55, the general gaming state is composed of a normal gaming state, a high-probability gaming state, and a CZ (chance zone). The normal gaming state, the high-probability gaming state, and the CZ are gaming states in which the transition probability to the ART gaming state is different, the normal gaming state has the lowest transition probability to the ART gaming state, and the high-probability gaming state and the CZ are It is a gaming state in which the probability of transition to the ART gaming state is higher than that in the normal gaming state.

The normal gaming state is a gaming state corresponding to the RT0 to RT4 gaming states (see FIG. 6) of the bonus non-winning state on the main side, and is a non-winning gaming state for the ART lottery on the sub side. As shown in FIG. 55, there is a possibility of shifting from the normal gaming state to the ART gaming state, the CZ, the high probability gaming state, and the bonus state.

Specifically, in the normal game state, the transition lottery (A) to ART and CZ is performed, and in this transition lottery, when the transition to (A1) ART is won, the sub-control circuit 42 is in the normal game state. Shifts the game state from to the ART game state. Further, in this transition lottery, when the transition to (A2) CZ is won, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the gaming state from the normal gaming state to the CZ. The details of the transition lottery (A) during the normal game state will be described later, but in the normal game state, the transition to ART and CZ occurs at two timings, one at the start of reel rotation and the other at the reel stop during one game. Lottery (A) is performed.

Further, in the normal gaming state, a lottery (B) for shifting to the high-probability gaming state is also performed. Specifically, in the normal gaming state, when the control of the gaming state on the main side shifts to the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the transition to the high probability gaming state in the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state is drawn (B). Is done. When the transition lottery (B) is won, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the gaming state from the normal gaming state to the high-probability gaming state. The details of the transition lottery (B) during the normal gaming state will be described later, but in this transition lottery, the winning combination related to the replay in the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, which is the sub-side normal gaming state, is used as the internal winning combination. A transition lottery (B) is performed based on the determined number of times.

Further, in the normal game state, (6) a combination of symbols corresponding to the carried-over BB is displayed, and when the BB is activated, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the game state from the normal game state to the bonus state. Since the transition to the bonus state is common to the main side and the sub side, detailed description thereof will be omitted below.

Subsequently, the CZ is a gaming state corresponding to the RT0 to RT4 gaming states (see FIG. 6) in the bonus non-winning state on the main side, and is a non-winning gaming state in the ART lottery on the sub side. CZ is a gaming state (chance zone) with a high probability of shifting to an ART gaming state, and a maximum of 30 games are continued. The CZ is a so-called complete-run type chance zone, and when the CZ continues for a maximum of 30 games, the ART transition is confirmed. On the other hand, during CZ, a lottery for transition to ART is performed, and when this transition lottery is "maintained", CZ ends. Here, even if the transition lottery is "maintained", if the transition lottery is won, the transition to ART is performed, but it is more advantageous if the CZ continues for 30 games. Since there is a possibility of shifting to the ART gaming state, basically, during CZ, the game is played without receiving the transition lottery, and if the transition lottery is performed, the transition lottery is "invalid". By playing the game so as to be, it is hoped that the CZ will continue for 30 games without ending. The "maintenance / invalidity" of the transition lottery during CZ will be described later.

As shown in FIG. 55, there is a possibility of shifting from the CZ to the normal gaming state, the ART gaming state, and the bonus state. Specifically, when (C1) is won in the transition lottery (C) to ART performed during CZ, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the gaming state from the CZ to the ART gaming state, and in this transition lottery, ( C2) If not won, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the gaming state from the CZ to the normal gaming state.

Subsequently, the high-probability gaming state is a gaming state corresponding to the RT4 gaming state (see FIG. 6) in the bonus non-winning state on the main side, and is a non-winning gaming state in the ART lottery on the sub side. This is the gaming state in which the lottery (B) for shifting to the high-probability gaming state during the normal gaming state is won. As shown in FIG. 55, there is a possibility of shifting from the high-probability gaming state to the normal gaming state, the ART gaming state, and the bonus state.

Specifically, in the high-probability gaming state, a transition lottery (D) to ART is performed, and in this transition lottery, when the transition to (D1) ART is won, the sub-control circuit 42 is in the high-probability gaming state. Shifts the game state from to the ART game state. The details of the transition lottery (D) during the high-probability gaming state will be described later, but basically, as with the transition lottery (A) during the normal gaming state, the reel rotation starts and the reels during one game. The transition lottery (D) to ART is performed at the two timings when the game is stopped. The transition lottery (D) in the high-probability gaming state has a higher probability of winning the transition to ART than the transition lottery (A) in the normal gaming state.

Further, the high-probability gaming state is a gaming state corresponding to the RT4 gaming state (see FIG. 6) in which the bonus is not won on the main side, and the control of the main side shifts from the (E) RT4 gaming state to the RT1 gaming state. When the control is performed, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the gaming state from the high-probability gaming state to the normal gaming state (RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state).

Here, as described above, the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state on the main side is the case where the push order lip is correctly answered in the RT0 gaming state (normal gaming state on the sub side) in the bonus non-winning state on the main side. It is a game state to shift. As described above, in the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, in the normal gaming state, which is the most basic gaming state (= disadvantageous to the player), when the correct answer is given to the push order lip, the pachislot 1 is shifted to the high probability gaming state and the game is started. Favor the transition. In other words, in the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, if the player accidentally shifts to the RT4 gaming state in which the bonus is not won, a penalty such as not performing the ART transition lottery is given. Instead, it puts it in an advantageous state for the player. As a result, in Pachislot 1, the RT4 gaming state in which the bonus non-winning state that has not won the ART transition lottery can be changed to the transition chance section to the ART gaming state, and the bonus non-bonus without the privilege of ART is attached. It is possible to enhance the interest of the RT4 game state in the winning state.

In addition, for the player, if the correct answer is given in the push order in the normal gaming state, there is a possibility of shifting to the high-probability gaming state, which is the transition chance section to the ART gaming state. Therefore, the strategy for the stop operation in the normal gaming state The sex is increased, and the interest during the normal game state can be enhanced. That is, in the game property in which the gaming state accidentally shifted by the player's stop operation is set as the penalty section, the stop operation during the normal game state is simple (for example, the first stop operation is performed on the left reel so as not to receive a penalty. You have to do it for, etc.). In this respect, unlike the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, by performing the transition lottery to ART without imposing a penalty, the player can freely perform the stop operation during the normal game state, and the normal game state. Not only the playability inside but also the operability can be improved.

By the way, if the game state accidentally shifted by the stop operation is set as the transition chance section to the ART game state instead of the penalty section, the profit on the player side and the profit on the game store side so as not to give an excessive profit to the player. It is necessary to adjust the balance with. There are many possible ways to adjust the balance. For example, there is an adjustment method that makes it easier to win the transition lottery compared to the normal gaming state while setting it as a transition chance section to the ART gaming state. In the method, the meaning of the transition chance section is diminished. In this respect, as shown in FIG. 6, the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment is provided with the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state of a fixed number of games, which does not shift to the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state. It is said. By providing the RT1 game state in such a fixed number of bonus non-winning states, it is possible to adjust the frequency of accidental transition by the stop operation, and as a result, the profit on the player side and the profit on the game store side are combined. The balance can be adjusted. As a result, the variables that adjust the profit balance of both parties can be further diversified, and a gaming machine rich in game playability can be provided.

Subsequently, the bonus state is a gaming state corresponding to any of the bonus states on the main side (see FIG. 6). As shown in FIG. 55, there is a possibility of shifting from the bonus state to the general gaming state (normal gaming state) and the ART gaming state. Specifically, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the gaming state from the bonus state to the ART gaming state after the operation of the BB is completed when (F1) is won in the transition lottery (F) to the ART performed during the bonus state. If (F2) is not won in this transition lottery, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the gaming state from the bonus state to the general gaming state after the operation of the BB ends. The details of the transition lottery (F) in the bonus state will be described later, but in the bonus state, when the combination of the above-mentioned "7-matched lip" symbols can be displayed, the ART is won and the BB is also displayed. If you win a predetermined lottery that is performed at the end of the operation of, you will win an ART.

Subsequently, the ART gaming state is a gaming state that notifies the content of the stop operation that is advantageous to the player, corresponds to the RT4 gaming state (see FIG. 6) in the bonus non-winning state on the main side, and is on the sub side. It is a game state in which the ART lottery is won. In the ART game state, for example, when the push order bell is determined as the internal winning combination, the winning push order bell is displayed so that a combination of symbols with a large number of payouts (C_CD bell with 10 payouts) is displayed. Notify the order of pressing the correct answer. Further, in the ART gaming state, for example, when the push order lip is determined as the internal winning combination, a combination of symbols that maintains the RT4 gaming state in which the winning combination related to the replay is likely to be determined as the internal winning combination (for example, The correct push order is notified to the winning push order lip so that the RT4 transition lip) is displayed.

Further, in the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the ally character and the enemy character battle each other during the ART game state, the ART game state is continued when the ally character wins, and the ART is performed when the enemy character wins. End the game state. In order to provide such playability, the ART game state is composed of an enemy determination ART and a battle ART, as shown in FIG. 55.

The enemy determination ART is an ART game state during a period in which the type of the enemy character to play against the ally character is determined. As shown in FIG. 55, there is a possibility of shifting from the enemy determination ART to the battle ART and the bonus state. Specifically, when the enemy character is determined in (G) enemy determination ART, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the game state from the enemy determination ART to the battle ART. The method of determining the enemy character during the enemy determination ART will be described later.

Further, the battle ART is an ART gaming state during a period in which the enemy character and the ally character determined in the enemy determination ART fight against each other. As shown in FIG. 55, there is a possibility of shifting from the battle ART to the enemy determination ART, the general gaming state (normal gaming state), and the bonus state. Specifically, in the battle (H) during the battle ART, when the (H1) ally character wins, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the game state from the battle ART to the enemy determination ART, and the (H2) enemy character wins. Then, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the gaming state from the battle ART to the general gaming state. The method of determining the outcome of the battle (H) during the battle ART will be described later.

[Correspondence between main side / sub side of winning role]
FIG. 56 is a diagram showing a part of the correspondence between the type of winning combination managed on the main (main control circuit 41) side and the abbreviation of the winning combination managed on the sub (sub control circuit 42) side. On the sub side, the winning combination on the main side is managed by the abbreviation shown in the correspondence table of FIG. 56. In addition, about "off", it may be "pure off" only during the RT4 game state. In addition, the correspondence between the main side and the sub side of the winning combination can be different depending on the game state. In this regard, the correspondence relationship shown in FIG. 56 shows the correspondence relationship in the gaming state other than the bonus state, and the correspondence relationship in the bonus state is shown in FIG. 81.

[Outline of the production performed by the liquid crystal display device 10]
FIG. 57 shows an example of the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 10. In FIG. 57, the liquid crystal display device 10 is divided into three areas, a first display area 101, a second display area 102, and a display window 4, for the sake of simplicity, but in the actual pachislot machine 1, each of them is divided into three areas. Areas will be mixed and formed together.

The first display area 101 is an area where the main effect is performed. In the example shown in FIG. 57, a display example during the battle ART is shown. During the battle ART, as shown in FIG. 57, the ally character and the enemy character play against each other, and each attack / defense reduces their physical strength (HP) to win or lose. .. The display window 4 is as described above, and displays a part of the symbols drawn on the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R.

In the second display area 102, the apocalypse 103 that affects various lottery and the like performed on the sub (sub control circuit 42) side is displayed. The apocalypse 103 includes five areas 103A, 103B, 103C, 103D, and 103E for setting the effect balls described later. Area 103A is set with effect balls that affect various lottery in this game, area 103B is set with effect balls that affect various lottery in the next game, and area 103C is set with two game destinations. Production balls that affect various lottery in the game are set, effect balls that affect various lottery in the game of 3 game destinations are set in the area 103D, and various lottery in the game of 4 game destinations are set in the area 103E. A production ball that affects the is set. That is, in the apocalypse 103, a production ball that affects various lottery in the five games including this game is set. The set area of the production ball set in the apocalypse 103 is updated as the game progresses. When the apocalypse 103 is activated, some effect ball (including a blank (empty)) is set, and when it is not operating, the effect ball is not set.

Specifically, in the normal gaming state and the high-probability gaming state, the apocalypse 103 may or may not operate, and operates by winning an operation lottery described later. When the apocalypse 103 is activated in the normal game state and the high-probability game state, any one of the lottery ball 1, the lottery ball 2, the lottery ball 3, the lottery ball 4, and the fixed ball is in the area 103A to 103E as shown in FIG. The production ball of is set. The lottery balls 1 to the fixed balls set in the apocalypse 103 in the normal game state and the high probability game state have an influence in the above-mentioned transition lottery (A) and (D). More specifically, the lottery balls 1 to the fixed balls set in the area 103A affect the above-mentioned transition lottery (A) and (D) in this game.

The above-mentioned transition lottery (A) (D) is performed at two timings, one is when the reels rotate and the other is when the reels are stopped during one game. Of these, for the transition lottery (A) and (D) performed at the start of reel rotation (start), the lottery balls 1 to the fixed balls set in the area 103A are used as the lottery result regardless of the internal winning combination. Affect on. On the other hand, with respect to the transition lottery (A) (D) performed when the reels are stopped, the lottery balls 1 to the fixed balls set in the area 103A have a combination of symbols displayed when the reels are stopped, which is "bell winning" or more. Only in certain cases will it affect the lottery results. In addition, "bell winning" means that the combination of symbols at the time of the correct answer in the pushing order is displayed in the pushing order bell, or the combination of symbols corresponding to the common bell is displayed, and "bell winning" or higher. Is either "Bell Winning" or a combination of symbols corresponding to any of the rare roles such as Chanlip, Strong Cherry, Weak Cherry, Fixed Role, Watermelon, and Pure Off (see Figure 56). Is.

The lottery balls 1 to the fixed balls have different effects on the transition lottery (A) and (D). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 57, the lottery ball 1 has a low probability of winning CZ or higher (CZ or ART), the lottery ball 2 has a medium probability of winning CZ or higher, and the lottery ball 3 has a medium probability of winning. The winning probability of CZ or higher is high, and the winning of the lottery ball 4 is confirmed to be CZ or higher, and the winning of ART is confirmed for the confirmed ball.

Subsequently, in CZ, Revelation 103 is always in operation. In CZ, in the areas 103A to 103E of the apocalypse 103, as shown in FIG. 57, an effect ball of either a development ball or an avoidance ball is set, or a blank (empty) state in which no effect ball is set. The development ball and avoidance ball set in Revelation 103 in CZ affect the above-mentioned transition lottery (C) to ART performed during CZ. More specifically, the development ball and the avoidance ball set in the area 103A have an influence in the above-mentioned transition lottery (C) to ART in this game.

Specifically, when the development ball is set in the area 103A and the push order bell is determined as the internal winning combination, the above-mentioned transition lottery (C) to ART is performed. Then, when the stop operation is performed in this game, if the stop operation is the correct stop operation in the push order determined for the winning push order bell, the lottery result of the transition lottery (C) Becomes "invalid". On the other hand, when this stop operation is a stop operation of an incorrect answer in the push order determined for the winning push order bell, the lottery result of the transition lottery (C) becomes "maintenance". As described above, the CZ is a completion type CZ, and the CZ ends when the transition lottery (C) performed in the middle stage before the completion is "maintained". Therefore, in the game in which the development ball is set in the area 103A, the player desires that the push order bell is not determined as the internal winning combination (the transition lottery (C) itself is not performed), and the push order is tentatively performed. If the bell is determined as the internal winning combination, it is desired that the correct answer is given in the order of pushing (the transition lottery (C) becomes invalid).

On the other hand, the avoidance ball and the blank (empty) are production balls that do not perform the above-mentioned transition lottery (C) to ART even if the push order bell is determined as the internal winning combination. From the player's point of view, in a game in which an avoidance ball and a blank (empty) are set, the game can be played with peace of mind.

Subsequently, in the enemy decision ART, the apocalypse 103 always operates. As shown in FIG. 57, any of the boss balls 1 to boss balls 8 and the ally balls are set in the areas 103A to 103E of the apocalypse 103 in the enemy determination ART. The boss balls 1 to 8 and the ally balls set in the apocalypse 103 in the enemy decision ART affect the lottery of the enemy decision performed during the enemy decision ART. More specifically, the boss balls 1 to 8 and the ally balls set in the area 103A have an influence on the lottery for determining the enemy in this game.

Specifically, when any of the boss balls 1 to 8 is set in the area 103A, when the push order bell (which may also include the common bell) is determined as the internal winning combination, the set The boss according to the type of boss ball being played is determined as the opponent in the battle ART. The bosses corresponding to the boss balls 1 to 8 are enemy characters having different characteristics, which will be described in detail later. On the other hand, if any of the boss balls 1 to 8 is set in the area 103A and a player other than the push order bell is determined as the internal winning combination, the opponent's enemy character is not determined and the enemy is determined. ART will continue. Further, when any of the boss balls 1 to 8 is set in the area 103A, any of pure off, watermelon, weak cherry, strong cherry, or champ (so-called rare role) is determined as the internal winning role. Then, the opponent is not decided, and the stock lottery of the ally ball is performed. In the situation where the stock lottery is won and the ally balls are stocked, the boss balls 1 to 8 set in the apocalypse are rewritten to the ally balls.

In addition, when a ally ball is set in the area 103A during the enemy determination ART, a lottery is performed to increase the physical strength (HP) of the ally character based on the internal winning combination. If you win this lottery, the physical strength of the ally character will increase, so the expectation that the ally character will win in the subsequent battle ART will increase.

Subsequently, in battle ART, Revelation 103 is always activated. In the battle ART, in the areas 103A to 103E of the apocalypse 103, as shown in FIG. 57, one of a friendly ball, an enemy ball, and an awakening ball is set. The ally ball, enemy ball, and awakening ball set in Apocalypse 103 in the battle ART affect the result of the battle performed during the battle ART. More specifically, the ally ball, the enemy ball, and the awakening ball set in the area 103A affect the battle in this or subsequent game.

Specifically, when a friendly ball or an enemy ball is set in the area 103A, if the push order bell or the common bell is determined as the internal winning combination, the character corresponding to the type of the set production ball is displayed. Attack the opponent in the game. For example, when a ally ball is set, the ally character attacks the enemy character, and as a result, the physical strength (HP) of the enemy character decreases. On the other hand, when the enemy ball is set, the enemy character attacks the ally character, and as a result, the physical strength (HP) of the ally character decreases.

On the other hand, when a friendly ball or an enemy ball is set in the area 103A, if any of pure off, watermelon, weak cherry, strong cherry, or champ (so-called rare role) is determined as the internal winning role, Regardless of the type of production ball that is set, the ally character attacks the enemy character. In this case, the physical strength (HP) of the enemy character is basically reduced more than when the push order bell is determined as the internal winning combination.

Also, when an awakening ball is set in area 103A, if it is determined as an internal winning combination of push order bell, common bell, pure loss, watermelon, weak cherry, strong cherry, or champ, the ally character will be selected. Along with attacking enemy characters, ally balls are stocked. Then, when the ally balls are stocked, the enemy balls set in the apocalypse are rewritten as ally balls by the amount stocked. As a result, the situation in which the ally character attacks after that increases, and as a result, the expectation that the ally character wins in the battle ART increases.

[ART and CZ lottery during normal game state and high probability game state]
Subsequently, with reference to FIGS. 58 to 72, details of the lottery (A) and (D) for transition to ART and CZ performed during the normal gaming state and the high-probability gaming state will be described. FIG. 58 is a schematic diagram of the transition lottery (A) (D) performed during the normal gaming state and the high-probability gaming state, and FIGS. 59 to 72 are referred to during the transition lottery (A) (D). Various data tables. The various data tables shown in FIGS. 59 to 72 are stored in the sub ROM 82.

<Outline of transition lottery (A) (D)>
With reference to FIG. 58, when the start operation is performed and the rotation of all reels 3L, 3C, 3R is started in the normal game state and the high probability game state, the internal winning combination is determined by the control of the main control circuit 41. .. In the normal game state and the high-probability game state, when the internal winning combination is determined, first, the ART and CZ transition lottery (A) (D) at the start is performed. In the transition lottery (A) (D) at the start, basically, the winning probability of ART or CZ differs depending on the gaming state, and the winning probability of ART or CZ is higher in the high probability gaming state than in the normal gaming state. The probability is high. In addition, in the transition lottery (A) (D) at the start, as will be described later, ART is performed not only by the game state but also by the internal winning combination and the effect balls (lottery balls 1 to fixed balls) set in the area 103A. Or, the winning probability of CZ is different.

Further, in the normal game state and the high-probability game state, when the internal winning combination is determined, the apocalypse lottery for whether or not to activate the apocalypse is performed. In this apocalypse lottery, the winning probability differs depending on the winning mode of the apocalypse operation. Specifically, the winning mode of the apocalypse operation includes a low mode, a high mode, and an intensive mode (there are also short, middle, and long states, respectively), and the winning mode of operating the apocalypse in the intensive mode is low. It does not apply to activate the apocalypse in mode and high mode. In the normal game state and the high-probability game state, the winning mode of the apocalypse operation is shifted based on the internal winning combination, and the apocalypse is activated when the upgrade to the centralized mode is possible.

After that, when the stop operation is performed and the rotation of all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is stopped, the ART and CZ transition lottery (A) (D) at the time of reel stop is performed depending on whether or not the apocalypse is activated. Specifically, when the apocalypse is operating, the ART and CZ are set based on the combination of the effect balls (lottery balls 1 to fixed balls) set in the area 103A and the symbols of "bell winning" or higher. Transition lottery (A) (D) is performed. In the transition lottery (A) (D) when the reels are stopped, the winning probability of ART or CZ differs depending on the effect balls set in the area 103A.

<Various data tables referenced in the transition lottery (A) (D)>
Subsequently, with reference to FIGS. 59 to 72, the transition lottery (A) (D) to ART and CZ performed during the normal gaming state and the high-probability gaming state will be specifically described.

<ART lottery table at the start>
FIGS. 59 to 61 are diagrams showing a start ART lottery table referred to in the start transition lottery (A) (D) during the normal gaming state and the high probability gaming state. The ART lottery table at the start defines information on the lottery value for the lottery result for each of the current game state, the effect ball set in the area 103A, and the internal winning combination.

In the present embodiment, on the sub (sub-control circuit 42) side, the effect random value extracted from the predetermined numerical range "0 to 32767" is sequentially subtracted by the lottery value according to each lottery result. The lottery is performed by determining whether or not the result of the subtraction is negative (whether or not a so-called "digit" has occurred).

With reference to the ART lottery table at the start shown in FIGS. 59 to 60, the probability of winning the CZ or ART differs depending on the effect ball set in the area 103A during the normal game state, and the internal winning combination It can be seen that the probability of winning CZ or ART differs depending on the situation. Further, when the start ART lottery table shown in FIGS. 59 to 60 is compared with the start ART lottery table shown in FIG. 61, in the high probability gaming state, the ART can be won with a higher probability than in the normal gaming state. I understand. Similarly, referring to the ART lottery table at the start shown in FIG. 61, it can be seen that in the high-probability gaming state, although the CZ is not won, the probability of winning the ART is high.

<Mode transition lottery table>
62 to 66 are mode transition lottery tables referred to in the winning mode transition lottery of the apocalypse operation during the normal gaming state and the high probability gaming state. The mode transition lottery table defines the lottery value information for the transition destination winning mode for each winning mode of the current apocalypse operation and the internal winning combination, whether or not the apocalypse is currently operating. Whether or not the apocalypse is currently operating is determined by the apocalypse flag. If the apocalypse flag is "0", it means that the apocalypse is not operating, and if the apocalypse flag is "1", the apocalypse is activated. It means being inside.

As described above, the winning mode of the apocalypse operation includes a low mode, a high mode, and a concentrated mode, and each mode is provided with states such as short, middle, and long. The low mode, the high mode, and the intensive mode are the winning modes in which the winning expectation of the apocalypse lottery as to whether or not to activate the apocalypse is different as described above. In addition, short, middle and long are states that specify whether it is easy to shift to a more advantageous winning mode or a more disadvantageous winning mode. Specifically, a short is a state in which it is most difficult to shift to a more advantageous winning mode, and a state in which it is most likely to shift to a more disadvantageous winning mode, and a middle is a state in which it is most difficult to shift to a more advantageous winning mode. The state is the state in which the transition to the more disadvantageous winning mode is likely to occur next, and the long is the state in which the transition to the more advantageous winning mode is the easiest and the state in which the transition to the more disadvantageous winning mode is the most difficult.

As shown in FIGS. 62 to 64, when the apocalypse is not operating (revelation flag 0), the winning mode basically goes up in the order of low mode, high mode, and concentrated mode, and once goes up to concentrated mode. And, it does not go down to low mode and high mode until the apocalypse is activated.

<Apocalypse operation lottery table>
FIG. 67 is an apocalypse operation lottery table referred to in the apocalypse lottery during the normal gaming state and the high probability gaming state. The apocalypse operation lottery table defines whether or not the apocalypse is currently operating, the winning mode of the current apocalypse operation, and the lottery value information regarding the operation of the apocalypse for each internal winning combination. Here, the operation of the apocalypse is performed over the guaranteed number of games to be added or subtracted as a result of the apocalypse lottery. Specifically, as a result of the apocalypse lottery, the number of guarantees is added by the number corresponding to the case where "Apocalypse is in operation_guarantee 1 addition" to "Apocalypse is in operation_guarantee 5 addition" is won, and "Apocalypse is in operation_guarantee" If "subtraction" is won, the guaranteed number of times is deducted by 1. Then, as a result of this addition / subtraction, when the guaranteed number of times becomes 0, the operation of the apocalypse ends (the apocalypse flag changes from 1 to 0). If the guaranteed number of times is added by 1 or more when the apocalypse flag is 0, the apocalypse flag is updated from 0 to 1 and the apocalypse is activated.

Further, in the apocalypse operation lottery table, "no apocalypse operation" means that the apocalypse lottery is not won, and the apocalypse flag is maintained at 0. Similarly, "revelation in operation_maintenance" means that the operation of the apocalypse is maintained without adding or subtracting the guaranteed number of times, and the apocalypse flag is maintained at 1.

With reference to the apocalypse operation lottery table in FIGS. 67 (A) and 67 (B), if the apocalypse is not currently operating, the apocalypse may start operating only if the winning mode is the centralized mode. I understand. Therefore, in the pachislot machine 1, an effect suggesting the current winning mode may be performed. For example, by moving the movable accessory 22, the current winning mode can be suggested. Specifically, the probability of moving the movable accessory 22 differs depending on the winning mode. For example, in the situation of staying in the concentrated mode, the probability of moving the movable accessory 22 is increased, and the mode is set to high mode or low mode. In the situation of staying, it is conceivable to reduce the probability of moving the movable accessory 22. Similarly, in the apocalypse lottery, an effect suggesting the degree of expectation that the apocalypse will be activated (the number of guarantees will be added) may be performed. In particular, the effect of suggesting the degree of expectation may be performed by something different from the movable accessory 22.

<Apocalypse MAP lottery table>
68 and 69 are apocalypse MAP lottery tables for drawing apocalypse MAPs for determining the effect balls to be set in the operating apocalypse in the normal gaming state and the high-probability gaming state. In the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, basically, the larger the MAP number, the more advantageous it is for the player. This point is the same not only for the apocalypse MAP but also for other MAPs described later. The apocalypse MAP lottery table of FIG. 68 is a table that is referred to when the apocalypse is activated (the apocalypse flag is updated from 0 to 1). Further, the apocalypse MAP lottery table of FIG. 69 is a table that is referred to when the MAP data defined for each apocalypse MAP is 0.

The apocalypse MAP lottery table defines the lottery value information for the apocalypse MAP of the migration destination for each current apocalypse MAP. It is assumed that "MAP0" is set as the apocalypse MAP at the initial stage when the power is turned on.

<MAP data correspondence table>
The apocalypse MAP defines MAP data for determining the effect ball to be set in the apocalypse in operation. FIG. 70 is a diagram showing a correspondence table of MAP data defined in each apocalypse MAP. As shown in FIG. 70, the apocalypse MAP1 is defined with MAP data "1" in the first game and MAP data "0" in the second game. When the MAP data "0" is specified, a new apocalypse MAP is drawn by referring to the apocalypse MAP lottery table shown in FIG. 69.

<Production ball lottery table when the apocalypse is activated>
FIG. 71 is an apocalypse operation effect ball lottery table for determining an effect ball to be set in the operating apocalypse in the normal game state and the high probability game state. The effect ball lottery table at the time of apocalypse operation defines the information of the lottery value for the effect ball set for each MAP data. As shown in FIG. 71, the larger the MAP data, the more advantageous the effect ball is set for the player. In addition, in FIG. 71, the fixed ball is not drawn. Although the explanation of this point is omitted, for example, by performing a lottery to upgrade the production balls set at the time of winning the role of rare, it is possible to upgrade from the lottery balls 1 to the lottery balls 4 to the fixed balls. May be good.

Further, in FIG. 71, information on the lottery value for the effect ball is also defined for the MAP data “0”. As described above, in the case of MAP data "0", a new apocalypse MAP is drawn. Here, either the lottery of the new apocalypse MAP or the lottery of the production ball based on the MAP data "0" may be prioritized. In this regard, in the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, if the production ball is not drawn even once in the lottered apocalypse MAP, the lottery of the production ball based on the MAP data "0" is prioritized and the lottered apocalypse is drawn. If the production ball is drawn even once in the MAP, the lottery of the new apocalypse MAP will be given priority. For example, in the case of the apocalypse MAP "0", since all the MAP data between the five games are "0" (see FIG. 70), the production balls based on the MAP data "0" are drawn once, and then a new one is drawn. Lottery the Apocalypse MAP. On the other hand, in the case of the apocalypse MAP "1", since the MAP data of the first game is "1" and the MAP data of the second game is "0" (see FIG. 70), the effect based on the MAP data "0" A new apocalypse MAP is drawn after the production ball is drawn based on the MAP data "1" without performing the ball lottery.

This point is the same for other MAPs described later. Specifically, the MAP data "0" is drawn based on the MAP data "0" only in the first game, and in the case of the second game transition, the lottery based on the MAP data "0" is not performed. , Lottery a new MAP. When such control is performed, the lottery based on the MAP data "0" is not performed for the MAP whose MAP number is "1" or more.

<Flow of setting the production ball to the apocalypse>
Here, the flow of setting the production ball in the apocalypse will be specifically described. When the apocalypse lottery is won and the apocalypse flag is updated from 0 to 1, the apocalypse is activated. In accordance with the operation of this apocalypse, the sub-control circuit 42 determines a predetermined number of production balls and sets them in the apocalypse. As shown in FIG. 57, since the apocalypse has five areas for setting the effect balls, in the present embodiment, the sub-control circuit 42 determines the five effect balls and sets them in the apocalypse. ..

When the apocalypse lottery is won and the apocalypse flag is updated from 0 to 1, the apocalypse MAP is drawn by the apocalypse MAP lottery table shown in FIG. Here, the current apocalypse MAP is assumed to be "3". With reference to the apocalypse MAP lottery table shown in FIG. 68, for example, the apocalypse MAP "4" is drawn from the current apocalypse MAP "3". In this apocalypse MAP "4", as shown in FIG. 70, "1" is defined as the MAP data of the first game and "0" is defined as the MAP data of the second game. Therefore, the sub-control circuit 42 draws the first production ball based on the MAP data "1" of the first game. As a result, referring to the effect ball lottery table at the time of apocalypse operation shown in FIG. 71, "lottery ball 1" is determined as the first effect ball.

Subsequently, the sub-control circuit 42 refers to the MAP data of the second game of the apocalypse MAP “4”. As shown in FIG. 70, since the MAP data of the second game is “0”, the sub-control circuit 42 draws a new apocalypse MAP without drawing the effect ball. Specifically, the transition destination apocalypse MAP is drawn from the current apocalypse MAP "4" with reference to the apocalypse MAP lottery table referred to at the time of the MAP data "0" shown in FIG. In the example shown in FIG. 69, the apocalypse MAP "5" is drawn as the apocalypse MAP of the migration destination. In this apocalypse MAP "5", as shown in FIG. 70, "2" is defined as the MAP data of the first game and "0" is defined as the MAP data of the second game. Therefore, the sub-control circuit 42 draws the second production ball based on the MAP data "2" of the first game. As a result, referring to the effect ball lottery table at the time of apocalypse operation shown in FIG. 71, for example, "lottery ball 3" is determined as the second effect ball.

Subsequently, the sub-control circuit 42 refers to the MAP data of the second game of the apocalypse MAP “5”. As shown in FIG. 70, since the MAP data of the second game is “0”, the sub-control circuit 42 draws a new apocalypse MAP without drawing the effect ball. Specifically, the transition destination apocalypse MAP is drawn from the current apocalypse MAP "5" with reference to the apocalypse MAP lottery table referred to at the time of the MAP data "0" shown in FIG. With reference to FIG. 69, for example, the apocalypse MAP “1” is drawn as the migration destination apocalypse MAP. In this apocalypse MAP "1", as shown in FIG. 70, "1" is defined as the MAP data of the first game and "0" is defined as the MAP data of the second game. Therefore, the sub-control circuit 42 draws a third effect ball based on the MAP data "1" of the first game. As a result, referring to the effect ball lottery table at the time of apocalypse operation shown in FIG. 71, for example, "lottery ball 1" is determined as the third effect ball.

When five effect balls are repeatedly determined in the same manner thereafter, the sub-control circuit 42 ends the lottery of the effect balls and sets the determined effect balls in order in the apocalypse. The order in which the determined effect balls are set in the apocalypse is arbitrary. For example, the sub-control circuit 42 sets the determined effect balls in the areas 103A, 103B, 103C, 103D, and 103E in order from the first determined effect ball. ..

After that, when the game progresses and the next game is reached, the effect balls set in the areas 103A to 103E slide one by one, and the area 103E becomes blank (empty). In this case, if the apocalypse flag is "1" in the game as well (when the guaranteed number of times remains), the effect ball is drawn again, and a new effect ball is set in the area 103E. On the other hand, when the apocalypse flag is "0" in the game (when the guaranteed number of times as a result of the previous game does not remain), the operation of the apocalypse has already been completed, so that the production ball is not drawn.

<ART lottery table when reel is stopped>
FIG. 72 is a diagram showing an ART lottery table when the reels are stopped, which is referred to in the transition lottery (A) and (D) when the reels are stopped during the normal gaming state and the high probability gaming state. The ART lottery table when the reels are stopped defines information on the lottery value for the lottery result for each effect ball set in the area 103A. Here, as described above, in the transition lottery (A) (D) when the reels are stopped, the effect ball set in the area 103A is the case where the combination of the symbols displayed when the reels are stopped is "bell winning" or more. Only affects the lottery results. Therefore, the ART lottery table when the reel is stopped shown in FIG. 72 is a table that is referred to only when the effect ball is set in the area 103A and the combination of the symbols displayed when the reel is stopped is "bell winning" or more. is there.

With reference to the ART lottery table when the reels are stopped shown in FIG. 72, the probability of winning the CZ or ART differs depending on the effect ball set in the area 103A. In particular, in the lottery ball 4 and the fixed ball, the CZ or ART is You can see that you will definitely win.

[Game in high probability game state]
Subsequently, with reference to FIGS. 73 and 74, the flow of the game other than the transition lottery (D) during the high-probability game state will be described. As described above, the high-probability gaming state corresponds to the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state on the main side, and when the main side shifts from the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state to the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, it is high. The stochastic game state also ends, and the game shifts to the normal game state. The case where the main side shifts from the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state to the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state is a case where the push order bell or the push order lip is incorrect as described above. Here, even though the normal gaming state can be shifted to the high-probability gaming state, if the high-probability gaming state is immediately terminated and the transition to the normal gaming state is performed, the interest is lost. Therefore, in the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, in the high-probability gaming state, the correct push order is notified to the push order bell and the push order lip only a predetermined number of times.

FIG. 73 is a schematic diagram of the flow of the game during the high-probability gaming state, and FIG. 74 is a data table referred to during the high-probability gaming state. The data table shown in FIG. 74 is stored in the sub ROM 82.

<Outline of the flow of the game during the high-probability game state>
With reference to FIG. 73, when a combination of symbols related to the RT4 transition lip is displayed in the ART transition lottery in the normal gaming state during non-winning, the main side shifts to the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state. At this point, the gaming state on the sub side is the normal gaming state (RT4 gaming state). In this normal gaming state (RT4 gaming state), when the start operation is performed and the rotation of all reels 3L, 3C, 3R starts, the internal winning combination is determined by the control of the main control circuit 41. In the normal game state (RT4 game state), when the internal winning combination is determined, the avoidance points are drawn based on the determined internal winning combination. When the avoidance points are acquired in this lottery, the sub-control circuit 42 shifts the gaming state from the normal gaming state to the high-probability gaming state for the first time. The lottery (B) for shifting to the high-probability gaming state described above in FIG. 55 corresponds to the lottery for the avoidance points.

In the high-probability gaming state, the situation in which the main side shifts to the RT1 gaming state in which the bonus is not won is avoided based on the acquired avoidance points. Specifically, in the high-probability gaming state, when the start operation is performed and the rotation of all reels 3L, 3C, and 3R is started, the internal winning combination is determined according to the control of the main control circuit 41. The sub-control circuit 42 determines whether or not there is a possibility of shifting to the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state based on the internal winning combination. More specifically, when the internal winning combination is a push order bell or a push order lip, the sub-control circuit 42 determines that there is a possibility of shifting to the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-win state.

When there is a possibility of shifting to the RT1 gaming state in which the bonus is not won, the sub-control circuit 42 gives the correct answer to the push order bell or push order lip determined as the internal winning combination only when the avoidance point remains. Notifies the push order. By receiving this notification, the player can perform the stop operation in the order of pressing the correct answer, and the high-probability gaming state ends (that is, the RT1 gaming state shifts to the bonus non-winning state). That) can be avoided. If there are no avoidance points, the player himself will select the correct push order.

After that, when the stop operation is performed and the rotation of all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is stopped, the game state is changed on the main side based on the combination of the displayed symbols. Specifically, when a bell spill or an RT1 transition lip is displayed, the player shifts to the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, and in other cases, the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state is maintained. .. On the sub side, when the game state on the main side shifts to the RT1 game state in which the bonus is not won, the sub control circuit 42 ends the high-probability game state and starts the normal game state from the next game. On the other hand, when the game state on the main side maintains the RT4 game state in which the bonus is not won, the sub-control circuit 42 maintains the high-probability game state and sets the next game in the high-probability game state.
The above flow is the flow of the game in the high probability game state.

<Avoid point lottery table>
FIG. 74 is an avoidance point lottery table referred to in the normal gaming state (RT4 gaming state). The avoidance point lottery table defines the number of replays determined as the internal winning combination during the normal game state (RT4 gaming state), and the lottery value information for the avoidance points to be added for each internal winning combination in this game. .. As shown in FIG. 74, in the normal gaming state (RT4 gaming state), different avoidance point lottery tables are referenced based on the number of times the replay is determined as the internal winning combination. In FIG. 74, the number of times the replay is determined as the internal winning combination is different between "0 times" and "1 time or more", but the number of times the table is changed is not limited to this. ..

With reference to the avoidance point lottery table shown in FIG. 74, in the normal game state (RT4 game state), if the replay is determined as the internal winning combination at least once, the probability that the avoidance points are given increases, and in particular, the replay is 1. Avoidance points are more likely to be given in a replay that is determined as an internal winning combination after being determined as an internal winning combination more than once. As described above, in the RT4 game state, there is a high probability that the combination related to the replay is determined as the internal winning combination. Therefore, if the normal game state (RT4 game state) continues for several games, avoidance points are given. Will be.

[Game in CZ]
Subsequently, the flow of the game in the CZ will be described with reference to FIGS. 75 to 80. FIG. 75 is a schematic diagram of the flow of the game in the CZ, and FIGS. 76 to 81 are data tables referred to in the CZ. The data tables shown in FIGS. 75 to 80 are stored in the sub ROM 82.

<Outline of the flow of games during CZ>
As described above, in the transition lottery (A) (D) in the normal gaming state or the high-probability gaming state, when the CZ is won, the gaming state shifts to the CZ. As shown in FIG. 75, in the first game after the transition to CZ, when the rotation of all reels 3L, 3C, 3R starts with the start operation, CZ_MAP is drawn. The CZ is a complete chance zone that lasts up to 30 games, but ends when the transition lottery (C) to ART that is performed on the way is "maintained". In the transition lottery (C) to ART performed in the middle of this CZ, the winning probability of ART increases as the CZ continues. CZ_MAP is used to set the number of games in which the winning probability of ART increases in the transition lottery (C) to ART performed in the middle of CZ.

When CZ_MAP is drawn in the first game after the transition to CZ, invalid points are subsequently drawn. The lottery of invalid points includes a lottery of initial values performed in the first game after the transition to CZ and an additional lottery performed in each game during CZ. The invalid point is information that determines the number of times to "invalidate" the transition lottery (C) to ART performed in the middle of CZ.

Then, a lottery of production balls to be set in the apocalypse is performed. After that, in the games other than the 30th game of CZ, it is determined whether or not the development ball is set in this game, that is, whether or not the development ball is set in the area 103A. If the development ball is set in this game, there is a possibility that a lottery (C) for transition to ART in the middle of CZ will be performed, and if the development ball is not set, basically the relevant The transition lottery (C) is not performed. Specifically, when the development ball is set, the invalid point is 0, and the push order bell is determined as the internal winning combination, the transition lottery (C) to ART in the middle of CZ is performed. In the transition lottery during CZ, the winning probability of ART differs depending on the CZ mode, and when the CZ mode is 1 or higher, the ART is always won. The above-mentioned CZ_MAP is a MAP that sets the number of games in which the CZ mode increases from 0 to 1 (see FIG. 77).

Here, when the development ball is set in this game and the invalid point is 1 or more, or when the avoidance ball is set in this game, an effect suggesting the current CZ mode is performed. May be. Specifically, since the number of games in which the CZ mode increases from 0 to 1 is set in CZ_MAP, the current CZ mode is 1, and the CZ mode changes from 0 to 1 in a number of games. Whether it goes up can be specified from CZ_MAP. The sub-control circuit 42 is compared with other cases when the current CZ mode is 1 or when the CZ mode is increased from 0 to 1 in a game within several times (for example, a few times). By performing the effects of different modes, it is possible to perform the effects suggesting the current CZ mode.

As shown in FIG. 75, in the game of the 30th game of CZ, a transition lottery (C) to ART is performed. In this case, the transition lottery (C) to ART based on CZ mode 2 is always performed, and the ART is won on the assumption that the chance zone has been completed. Then, when the CZ is completed as described above, the game shifts to a more advantageous ART gaming state.

In CZ, if the transition lottery (C) to ART is performed with the development ball at the start, the following processing is performed. Specifically, after that, when the stop operation is performed and the rotation of all reels 3L, 3C, 3R is stopped, whether or not the combination of the displayed symbols is "bell winning" or more, that is, the correct answer in the push order bell push order. Determine if you did. Then, if the correct answer is given in the push order of the push order bell, the lottery result of the transition lottery (C) to the ART accompanying the development ball is invalidated regardless of whether or not the ART is won, and the CZ continues. become. On the other hand, if the answer is incorrect in the push order of the push order bell, the lottery result of the transition lottery (C) to ART accompanying the development ball is maintained, and then the game state is changed according to the lottery result.

In this way, in CZ, the probability of winning the transition lottery (C) to ART increases as the CZ continues, and in addition, when the CZ is completed, the transition lottery (C) to ART is always won and Since the state shifts to an advantageous ART gaming state, the longer the CZ continues, the more advantageous the situation becomes for the player. Therefore, the player will play the game so that the CZ will continue. Here, since the end condition of CZ is that the lottery result of the transition lottery (C) to ART is maintained, the player can prevent the development ball from being set in the apocalypse and the development ball in the apocalypse. In the set game, the push order bell is not determined as the internal winning combination, and in the game in which the development ball is set in the apocalypse, the pushing order bell is determined as the internal winning combination. The game will be played so that the correct answer is given in the order of pressing.

<CZ_MAP lottery table>
FIG. 76 is a CZ_MAP lottery table referenced in the first game after the CZ transition. The CZ_MAP lottery table defines lottery value information for the type of CZ_MAP. Upon shifting to the CZ, the sub-control circuit 42 refers to the CZ_MAP lottery table and draws the CZ_MAP used in the CZ.

<CZ_MAP correspondence table>
FIG. 77 is a CZ_MAP correspondence table showing the contents of CZ_MAP drawn by the CZ_MAP lottery table. For each of CZ_MAP, a CZ mode is set for each number of continuous games in CZ. The CZ mode is information for setting the winning probability of ART in the transition lottery (C) to ART in CZ as described above, and the larger the value of the CZ mode, the higher the winning probability of ART is set. ing. As shown in FIG. 77, each of the CZ_MAPs is set so that the CZ mode increases as the number of continuous games in the CZ increases, and once the CZ mode increases, it does not decrease. That is, each CZ_MAP is set so that the number of games that go up from CZ mode 0 to CZ mode 1 is different. Further, in all CZ_MAPs, when the number of continuous games is 30, the CZ mode is set to 2.

In the present embodiment, only three types of CZ modes, CZ modes 0, 1 and 2, are provided as CZ modes, but in the present invention, the CZ mode rises as the number of continuous games in CZ increases, and once CZ It suffices if the mode is set so that it does not decrease when the mode is raised, and the types of CZ modes are not limited to three.

<Invalid point lottery table>
FIG. 78 is an invalid point lottery table. The invalid point lottery table draws invalid points that invalidate the transition lottery (C) to ART, which is performed when the push order bell is determined as the internal winning combination in the game in which the development ball in CZ is set. Used for When the invalid point is 1 or more, the transition lottery (C) to ART, which is performed when the push order bell is determined as the internal winning combination in the game in which the development ball is set, is invalidated. If the number of invalid points is 1 or more, the transition lottery (C) may be performed once and then invalidated, or the transition lottery (C) may not be performed in the first place.

As described above, the lottery of invalid points includes a lottery of initial values performed in the first game after the transition to CZ and an additional lottery performed in each game during CZ. FIG. 78A is an invalid point lottery table used for lottery of initial values, and defines information on lottery values for invalid points determined as initial values. Further, (B) and (C) of FIG. 78 are invalid point lottery tables used for the additional lottery, and the lottery for the invalid points to be added for each type of effect ball set in this game and the internal winning combination. Specify value information.

<Direction ball lottery table>
FIG. 79 is an effect ball lottery table used when drawing effect balls to be set in the apocalypse during CZ. Information on the lottery value for the effect ball to be set is specified for each final effect ball in the set. The final effect ball in the set is, for example, an effect ball set in the area 103E farthest from the current game. With reference to FIG. 79, when the final effect ball in the set is a development ball, the development ball is not drawn. That is, during CZ, two development balls are not set in succession in the areas 103A to 103E of the apocalypse. On the other hand, if the final effect ball in the set is another (blank or avoidance ball), the development ball will be drawn with a predetermined probability.

In CZ, either the development ball or the avoidance ball is set in the apocalypse, but as shown in the production ball lottery table, in the production ball lottery, only the development ball or the blank (empty) is drawn. Avoidance balls are not drawn. Here, the avoidance ball is set in the apocalypse by rewriting the set development ball when the invalid point is 1 or more and the development ball is set in the apocalypse. When the invalid point is 1 or more, the timing of rewriting the development ball to the avoidance ball is arbitrary. For example, of the areas 103A to 103E, the development ball may not be rewritten as the avoidance ball until the area 103B is reached. Of course, the development ball is rewritten as the avoidance ball at the time of the area 103E. Alternatively, the end of CZ may be avoided by maintaining the developed jade even at the time of the area 103A and invalidating the transition lottery (C) itself.

<ART lottery table in CZ>
FIG. 80 is an ART lottery table in CZ referred to in the transition lottery (C) to ART in CZ. The ART lottery table in CZ defines the lottery value information for the lottery result of the transition lottery (C) for each presence or absence of winning in the CZ mode and BB. When referring to the ART lottery table during CZ, it can be seen that when the CZ mode is 0, the probability of winning the ART is low, and when the CZ mode is 1 or more, the probability of winning the ART is always low. In the CZ mode, it is sufficient if the probability of winning the ART in the transition lottery (C) and the degree of advantage of the ART at the time of winning the ART are larger, which is more advantageous to the player, and in the CZ modes 1 and 2, the winning of the ART is always won. There is no need to set it to.

[Game in BB]
Subsequently, the flow of the game in the bonus state (also referred to as “in BB”) will be described with reference to FIGS. 81 to 86. FIG. 81 is a diagram showing a part of the correspondence between the type of winning combination managed on the main (main control circuit 41) side and the abbreviation of the winning combination managed on the sub (sub control circuit 42) side in the BB. Yes, FIG. 82 is a schematic diagram of the flow of the game in the BB, and FIGS. 83 to 86 are data tables referred to in the BB. The data tables shown in FIGS. 83 to 86 are stored in the sub ROM 82.

<Correspondence between main side / sub side of winning role>
FIG. 81 is a diagram showing a part of the correspondence between the type of winning combination managed on the main (main control circuit 41) side and the abbreviation of the winning combination managed on the sub (sub control circuit 42) side in the BB. is there. On the sub side, the winning combination on the main side is managed by the abbreviation shown in the correspondence table of FIG. The correspondence relationship other than the winning combination shown in FIG. 81 is the same as that in FIG. 56.

<Outline of the flow of games during BB>
As shown in FIG. 82, the game in the BB is triggered by the operation of the BB. When the operation of BB is performed, the BB mode is set to 0. Here, the BB mode is information for setting the winning probability of ART in the transition lottery (F) to ART performed during BB. The pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment has BB modes 0 to 5 as BB modes, and the larger the value of the BB mode, the higher the probability of winning ART.

Subsequently, when the rotation of all reels 3L, 3C, and 3R starts during the BB with the start operation, the transition lottery (F) to the ART performed at the start during the BB is performed. This transition lottery (F) at the start is irrespective of the above-mentioned BB mode, and when the abbreviation "7-matched lip" on the sub side is determined as the internal winning combination, the ART is won, and in other cases. Became a non-winner in ART.

Subsequently, a mode-up lottery for the BB mode is performed based on the internal winning combination in the BB. In the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, a winning combination that may be mode-up is defined for each current BB mode. Details will be described later, but in Pachislot 1, the higher the BB mode, the fewer types of winning combinations that may be upgraded.

After that, when the medal is paid out according to the stop operation, it is determined whether or not the operation of the BB is terminated. In the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the operation of the BB ends when more than 59 medals are paid out during the BB. If more than 59 medals have not yet been paid out, the BB will continue to operate. On the other hand, when more than 59 medals are paid out, a lottery (F) for transition to ART at the end of BB is performed. The transition lottery (F) at the end is a lottery performed according to the BB mode, and the larger the value of the BB mode, the higher the winning probability of ART.

<ART lottery table at the start during BB>
FIG. 83 is a BB start-time ART lottery table referred to in the BB start-time transition lottery (F). The ART lottery table at the start of BB is referred to when the abbreviation "7-matched lip" on the sub side is determined, and defines the lottery value information for the lottery result of transition to ART. As shown in FIG. 83, when the abbreviation "7-matched lip" on the sub side is determined, the ART is always won in the transition lottery (F) at the start.

Here, referring to the correspondence table of the winning combination shown in FIG. 81, between the JAC2 flags (the state in which JACIN2 is carried over as the internal winning combination) and between the JAC3 flags (the state in which JACIN3 is carried over as the internal winning combination), the main Only three of "F_312 upper 7-aligned" to "F_2nd cross 7-aligned" on the side are "7-aligned rips". On the other hand, between the JAC1 flags (in the state where JACIN1 is carried over as an internal winning combination), "F_312 upper 7 lip" to "F_2nd cross 7" on the main side and "F_J1 upper 7 lip" to "F_J1 cross 7" A total of 6 rips, including 3 rips, are 7 sets of rips. Therefore, in pachislot 1, the probability of winning ART in the transition lottery (F) at the start differs depending on the type of carry-over combination carried over during BB.

<Mode-up lottery table during BB>
84 and 85 are BB mode-up lottery tables referred to in the BB mode mode-up lottery. The mode-up lottery table in BB defines information on the lottery value for the lottery result of the mode-up lottery for each of the current BB mode and the internal winning combination.

With reference to the mode-up lottery table during BB, if the current BB mode is 0, if any of the push order bell, common bell, watermelon, weak cherry, strong cherry or champ is determined as the internal winning combination, BB The mode will go up. That is, there are six types of winning combinations that may be mode-up from BB mode 0. Similarly, there are five types of winning combinations that may be mode-up from BB mode 1, four types of winning combinations that may be mode-up from BB mode 2, and modes from BB mode 3. There are three types of winning combinations that may be upgraded, and there are two types of winning combinations that may be upgraded from BB mode 4.

Further, the winning combination that may be mode-up from BB mode 4 is included in the winning combination that may be mode-up in BB mode 3, and similarly, the winning combination that may be mode-up from BB mode 3 is included. Is included in the winning combination that may be mode-up in BB mode 2, and the winning combination that may be mode-up from BB mode 2 is included in the winning combination that may be mode-up in BB mode 1. , The winning combination that may be mode-up from BB mode 1 is included in the winning combination that may be mode-up in BB mode 0.

In this way, in Pachislot 1, the higher the BB mode, the fewer types of winning combinations that may be upgraded, and the winning combinations that may be upgraded in a high BB mode are , There is a possibility that the mode will be upgraded even when the BB mode is low.

In the mode-up lottery table in BB illustrated in FIGS. 84 and 85, the BB mode can be skipped step by step instead of step-by-step to enable mode-up (for example, BB mode 0 to BB mode 1 without going through BB mode 1). It is possible to upgrade to 2 or more). In this respect, the BB mode may be configured such that the mode-up lottery table during BB is always mode-up only one step at a time. According to such a configuration, since the BB mode can be raised only one step at a time, the degree of expectation during stay in each BB mode is lowered, so that the BB mode can be skipped and raised, as compared with the case where the BB mode can be skipped. Can be set to increase the expectation that will increase. As a result, it becomes easy to go up to a certain BB mode in BB, so it becomes easy to create a game form in which the BB mode gradually goes up.

Here, referring to the mode-up lottery table in BB shown in FIGS. 84 and 85, when the internal winning combination is a change, the BB mode is likely to increase. Further, referring to the correspondence table of the winning combination shown in FIG. 81, between the JAC1 flags and the JAC3 flags, only five "F_J3 chance rips 1" to "F_J3 cherry rips" on the main side are "chan rips". On the other hand, between the JAC2 flags, there are a total of 10 "Chanlip", which is the main side "F_J3 Chance Lip 1" to "F_J3 Cherry Lip" plus 5 "F_J2 Chance Lip 1" to "F_J2 Cherry Lip". "It has become. Therefore, in Pachislot 1, the probability of raising the BB mode differs depending on the type of carry-over role carried over during BB, and as a result, the transition at the end of BB depends on the type of carry-over role carried over during BB. The probability of winning ART in the lottery (F) will be different.

<ART lottery table at the end of BB>
FIG. 86 is a BB end ART lottery table referred to in the BB end transition lottery (F). The ART lottery table at the end of the BB defines the lottery value information for the transition lottery result to the ART for each state in the BB and the BB mode. The ART lottery table at the end of BB in FIG. 86 (A) is referred to in the game states "RB game state in bonus state" and "RT4 game state in bonus state" on the main side, and the BB in FIG. 86 (B). The ART lottery table at the end is referred to in the game state "RT0 game state in the bonus state" and "RT2 game state in the bonus state" on the main side (see FIG. 6).

[Game during ART]
Subsequently, the flow of the game during the ART game state (also referred to as “during ART”) will be described with reference to FIGS. 87 to 106. FIG. 87 is a schematic diagram of the flow of the game during the enemy determination ART, FIG. 88 is a schematic diagram showing the flow of the game during the battle ART, and FIGS. 89 to 106 are referred to during the ART. Data table. The data tables shown in FIGS. 88 to 106 are stored in the sub ROM 82.

<Outline of the flow of games during ART>
As shown in FIG. 87, when the transition lottery to the ART is won in the general gaming state (normal gaming state, high probability gaming state, CZ) or bonus state, the sub-control circuit 42 responds to the situation in which the transition lottery is won. Lottery the ART status. The ART state is a state in which the degree of expectation for the continuation of the ART gaming state is different, and basically, the larger the numerical value of the ART state, the easier it is for the ART to continue (advantageous for the player). When the ART state is determined and the game state on the main side shifts to the RT4 game state in which the bonus is not won, the enemy determination ART starts.

When the rotation of all reels 3L, 3C, 3R starts with the start operation during the enemy decision ART, the production balls to be set in the apocalypse are drawn. In the enemy determination ART, directing balls such as boss balls 1 to 8 for determining the enemy character to fight during the battle ART and ally balls for increasing the HP of the ally character will be set in the apocalypse. .. The ART state determined before the start of the enemy decision ART is referred to in the lottery of the production balls, and the larger the numerical value of the ART state, the more boss balls that the ally character can easily win will be set in the apocalypse.

The lottery of the effect balls will be performed based on the boss MAP data defined in the boss MAP described later and the ART state. During the enemy decision ART, the boss MAP "1" is set first, and then the boss MAP with a larger numerical value is set as the same enemy decision ART continues.

If the boss ball is set in the apocalypse immediately after the start of the enemy decision ART, there is a possibility that the enemy decision ART will end immediately after the start. Therefore, at the start of the enemy decision ART, the guaranteed number of times that the production ball is not set in the apocalypse may be set. By doing so, since the enemy determination ART continues for the minimum guaranteed number of times, it is possible to prevent the enemy determination ART from ending immediately after the start. The guaranteed number of times may be a predetermined fixed number of times (for example, 5 games), or may be determined by lottery at the start of the enemy determination ART. In addition, if the number of guarantees is different between the enemy decision ART (so-called first hit) that was started when the lottery for transition to ART was won and the enemy decision ART that was started when the ART game state continued. You may let it. In this case as well, the fixed guaranteed number of times may be different in both cases, and the lottery probability of the guaranteed number of times may be different in both cases. Further, when the ART game state continues, the guaranteed number of times may be different depending on the type of the enemy character who fought in the battle ART at the time of continuation. In this case as well, the fixed guaranteed number of times may be different depending on the type of enemy character who fought in the battle ART during the continuation, or the lottery probability of the guaranteed number of times may be different.

Then, the HP of the ally character is determined. It will be used in the battle ART where the HP of the ally character determined here continues. The HP of the ally character is determined based on the initial determination performed in the first game of the enemy determination ART and the additional lottery described later when the ally ball is set in the apocalypse.

The initial determination differs depending on whether or not the HP of the current ally character is less than the initial value (HP50), and the sub-control circuit 42 initializes the HP of the ally character when it is less than the initial value. The value is determined, and if it is equal to or higher than the initial value, the HP of the current ally character is maintained as it is. In Pachislot 1, if an ally character wins in the battle ART, the enemy decision ART is performed again. At this time, since the HP of the ally character fluctuates according to the result of the continuous ART (for example, the HP increase due to the ally ball (additional lottery) during the enemy determination ART of the continuous ART, or the battle ART of the continuous ART). HP reduction due to the enemy ball (enemy attack) inside), in the new enemy decision ART after continuation, the HP of the ally character will be set according to the fluctuation from the initial value.

Subsequently, the sub-control circuit 42 controls according to the production ball set in the apocalypse in this game. For example, when the boss ball is set, it is determined whether or not the push order bell (which may include the common bell) is determined as the internal winning combination, and the pushing order bell is determined as the internal winning combination. If so, the boss according to the type of boss ball set in the apocalypse in this game is determined as the opponent in the battle ART.

When the opponent of the battle ART is determined in this way, the HP of the enemy character to be the opponent is determined. The HP of the enemy character is determined based on the internal winning combination of the next game in which the opponent is determined. For example, when the rare role is determined as the internal winning combination, the HP of the enemy character is reduced. Will be decided. When the opponent is decided in the enemy deciding ART (pushing order bell winning at the time of the boss ball) and the HP of the enemy character is decided (internal winning role of the next game), the enemy deciding ART ends and from the next game Battle ART will start.

On the other hand, when the effect ball set in the apocalypse in this game is a ally ball, the sub-control circuit 42 performs an additional lottery of the ally character's HP. In this additional lottery, the HP of the ally character is increased (added) based on the internal winning combination. Specifically, in this game, when a ally ball is set in the apocalypse, the ally character's HP will increase by winning the additional lottery with "bell win" or higher. In addition, "bell winning" means that the push order bell or common bell is determined as the internal winning role, and "bell winning" or higher means "bell winning", pure off, watermelon, weak cherry, strong. Either of the rare roles such as Cherry and Chanlip is decided as the internal winning role.

As shown in FIG. 87, the enemy determination ART is repeated until the opponent is determined. On the other hand, when the opponent is determined in the enemy determination ART and the HP of the enemy character is determined, the enemy determination ART ends and the battle ART starts from the next game.

As shown in FIG. 88, when the rotation of all reels 3L, 3C, and 3R starts with the start operation during the battle ART, the production balls to be set in the apocalypse are drawn. In the battle ART, directing balls such as ally balls, enemy balls, and awakening balls for determining the character to attack will be set in the apocalypse. As will be described later, parameters such as attack power, defense power, and speed are set for each enemy character, and the lottery of the effect balls is performed according to the speed of the enemy character. Specifically, the faster the enemy character, the higher the probability that the enemy ball will be drawn, and the slower the speed, the higher the probability that the ally ball will be drawn.

Subsequently, during the battle ART, a battle between the ally character and the enemy character is performed based on the internal winning role and the production ball set in the apocalypse. Specifically, if the production ball set in the apocalypse in this game is a ally ball or an awakening ball, the ally character attacks the enemy character with "Bell Win" or higher, and the enemy character's HP Decreases. In addition, the production ball set in the apocalypse in this game is the awakening ball, and in the case of "Bell winning" or higher, the ally ball is stocked, and the enemy ball set in the apocalypse is the amount stocked. Rewritten as a ally ball.

On the other hand, if the production ball set in the apocalypse in this game is an enemy ball, the enemy character attacks the ally character with "Bell Win", the HP of the ally character decreases, and the "rare role" In "Winning", the ally character attacks the enemy character, and the HP of the enemy character decreases. In addition, the "rare role winning" means that any of the rare roles such as pure watermelon, watermelon, weak cherry, strong cherry, and champ is determined as the internal winning role.

Here, the amount of decrease in the HP of the ally character when attacking the enemy character differs depending on the attack power set for the enemy character, and the higher the attack power of the enemy character, the greater the amount of decrease in the HP of the ally character, and the attack power is higher. The lower the enemy character, the smaller the decrease in HP of the ally character. Similarly, the amount of decrease in the HP of the enemy character when the ally character attacks depends on the defense power set for the enemy character, and the higher the defense power, the smaller the amount of decrease in the HP of the enemy character, and the greater the defense power. The lower the enemy character, the greater the amount of decrease in the HP of the enemy character.

As shown in FIG. 88, the battle ART ends when the HP of either the ally character or the enemy character becomes 0 as a result of the battle. Specifically, when the HP of the ally character becomes 0, the battle ART ends and the ART game state for one set ends. On the other hand, when the HP of the enemy character becomes 0, the battle ART ends without changing the number of sets in the ART game state. Then, if the number of sets in the ART game state remains at the end of the battle ART, the ART game state continues, and the battle ART shifts to a new enemy determination ART.

<ART state lottery table>
FIG. 89 is an ART state lottery table referred to for drawing the ART state at the time of winning the transition lottery to ART. The ART status lottery table defines information on the lottery value for the ART status for each situation when the transition lottery to ART is won. For example, in the case of winning in the transition lottery (A) (D) to ART performed during the normal game state and the high probability game state, refer to the ART state lottery table in the "normal game state, high probability game state" column. Then, the ART state is drawn. Similarly, in the case of winning in the transition lottery (C) to ART in CZ, the ART state is drawn by referring to the ART state lottery table corresponding to the CZ mode in CZ. Further, when the winner is won in the transition lottery (F) to the ART in the bonus state, the ART state is drawn by referring to the ART state lottery table in the "bonus state column".

With reference to FIG. 89, when the transition lottery is won in the CZ mode 2, the ART state having a larger numerical value is drawn as compared with the case where the transition lottery is won in the CZ modes 0 and 1 and other cases. Become. Here, the CZ mode 2 is the CZ mode when the vehicle completes the CZ, and the ART state is set to the CZ because the larger the numerical value is, the more advantageous the ART is for the player (the state in which the ART is easy to continue). It can be seen that when the race is completed, it is not only a transition to ART but also a more advantageous state for the player.

<Various data tables referenced during enemy decision ART>
Subsequently, various data tables referred to during the enemy determination ART will be described with reference to FIGS. 90 to 96.

<Boss MAP lottery table>
FIG. 90 is a boss MAP lottery table for drawing a boss MAP for determining a production ball to be set in the apocalypse in the enemy determination ART. During the enemy determination ART, the boss MAP "1" is set first, and then a new boss MAP is drawn when the boss MAP data specified for each boss MAP is 0. The boss MAP lottery table of FIG. 90 is a table referred to for drawing a new boss MAP when the boss MAP data is 0.

With reference to the boss MAP lottery table shown in FIG. 90, it can be seen that in the pachislot machine 1, the boss MAP having a large numerical value is easily drawn every time the boss MAP is drawn. Specifically, the boss MAP "3" is likely to be drawn from the boss MAP "1", and similarly, the boss MAP "5" is likely to be drawn from the boss MAP "3". On the other hand, when the boss MAP "4" is drawn from the boss MAP "1", the boss MAP "3" is easily drawn from the boss MAP "4", so that the value of the boss MAP becomes small once. However, since the boss MAP "5" is drawn from the subsequent boss MAP "3", as a result, the boss MAP having a large numerical value is drawn every time the boss MAP is drawn.

<Boss MAP data correspondence table>
The boss MAP defines the boss MAP data for determining the production ball to be set in the apocalypse. FIG. 91 is a diagram showing a correspondence table of boss MAP data defined for each boss MAP. As shown in FIG. 91, the boss MAP1 is defined with the boss MAP data "1" from the first to fourth games, and the boss MAP data "0" is defined in the fifth game. When the boss MAP data "0" is specified, a new boss MAP is drawn by referring to the boss MAP lottery table shown in FIG. 90.

<Enemy decision ART production ball lottery table>
92 and 93 are a production ball lottery table during the enemy determination ART for determining the production ball to be set in the apocalypse in the enemy determination ART. The effect ball lottery table during ART defines the boss MAP data and the lottery value information for the effect balls set for each ART state. In FIG. 92 (A), information on the lottery value for the effect ball is specified for the boss MAP data "0", but the boss is newer than the lottery for the effect ball based on the MAP data "0". If priority is given to the lottery of MAP, it will not be used.

With reference to FIGS. 92 and 93, when the boss MAP data is "1", "2", and "4", the lottery effect balls are generally constant regardless of the ART state, while the boss MAP data "3". In the case of ", the effect balls to be drawn differ greatly depending on the ART state. For example, referring to the ART state "28" or higher in the case of the boss MAP data "3", it can be seen that either the boss balls 7 or 8 are determined as the effect balls. The boss balls 7 and 8 are production balls that determine the continuation of the battle ART when the opponent is determined (see FIG. 57). Further, referring to the boss MAP data correspondence table shown in FIG. 91, it can be seen that the boss MAP data "3" is defined in many boss MAPs, and in many cases, the effect ball is based on the boss MAP data "3". Can be seen to be drawn.

From this, it can be seen that the larger the value of the ART state, the more advantageous the ART is for the player, and since "28" or more is drawn as the ART state when the CZ is completed (see FIG. 89), the CZ is completed. It can be seen that the transitioning ART is easy to continue.

<Enemy decision ART production ball upgrade lottery table>
FIG. 94 is a production ball upgrade lottery table during the enemy determination ART, which is referred to for rewriting the enemy ball set in the apocalypse to the ally ball during the enemy determination ART. The production ball upgrade lottery table during the enemy determination ART defines the lottery value information for the number of stocks of ally balls for each internal winning combination. When the stock of one or more ally balls is determined by this lottery, the enemy balls are rewritten as ally balls by the amount corresponding to the number of stocks. The timing of rewriting the enemy ball to the ally ball is arbitrary.

<Enemy decision ART medium ally power addition lottery table>
FIG. 95 is an enemy determination ART middle ally power addition lottery table referred to at the time of the addition lottery of the HP of the ally character performed when the production ball set in the apocalypse is the ally ball in this game. The lottery table for adding power to allies in the enemy determination ART defines the amount of HP added to the ally character for each internal winning combination. With reference to FIG. 95, it can be seen that when a ally ball is set in the apocalypse in this game, the HP of the ally character increases at "bell win" or higher.

<Boss power lottery table during enemy decision ART>
FIG. 96 is a boss power lottery table during the enemy determination ART that is referred to when determining the HP of the enemy character in the next game in which the enemy character of the opponent is determined. The boss power lottery table during the enemy determination ART defines the lottery value information for the HP of the enemy character for each internal winning combination. With reference to FIG. 96, it can be seen that the HP of the enemy character is determined to be reduced when the rare role other than the pure outlier is won. The boss power lottery table during the enemy determination ART may be a table common to all enemy characters that are opponents, or a different table may be provided for each enemy character. By providing a different table for each enemy character, it is possible to determine the HP according to the individuality of the enemy character.

<Various data tables referenced during battle ART>
Subsequently, various data tables referred to during the battle ART will be described with reference to FIGS. 98 to 106, but prior to the description of these data tables, the characteristics of each enemy character will be described.

<Boss status correspondence table>
FIG. 97 is a boss status correspondence table. The bosses 1 to 8 which are the enemy characters of the opponent are set with stats such as attack power, defense power, and speed, respectively. For example, boss 1 is an attack type, and while its attack power is high, its speed is slow. On the other hand, the boss 5 is a speed type, and although the attack power is low, the speed is high. During the battle ART, a battle between the ally character and the enemy character is performed according to the characteristics of the enemy character.

The bosses 7 and 8 are enemy characters whose continuation of the ART gaming state is confirmed when they are determined as opponents. As described above, in the ART game state, if the HP of the enemy character becomes 0 before the HP of the ally character becomes 0, or even if the HP of the ally character becomes 0, the number of sets of the ART game state remains. If so, continue. The mode in which the ART game state continues when the bosses 7 and 8 are determined is arbitrary. For example, when the bosses 7 and 8 are determined as the enemy character, the HP of the enemy character always becomes 0 before the ally character. Also, when the bosses 7 and 8 are determined as the enemy characters, the number of sets in the ART gaming state is always 1 or more (for example, the bosses 7 and 8 are determined as the enemy characters). In this case, the number of sets in the ART gaming state may be added by 1, or even if the HP of the ally character becomes 0, the number of sets in the ART gaming state may not be subtracted). In this regard, in the present embodiment, when the bosses 7 and 8 are determined as enemy characters, the number of sets in the ART game state is added by 1, so that even if the HP of the ally character becomes 0, the ART game state By making sure that the number of sets of is left, the ART game state is continued when the bosses 7 and 8 are decided. Although detailed description is omitted, when the HP of the bosses 7 and 8 can be set to 0 in the present embodiment, the transition to the so-called additional special zone may be performed. The type of the additional special zone is arbitrary, but in the case of the present embodiment, it is conceivable to add the number of sets in the ART gaming state or to add the HP of the ally character as the additional special zone.

<Battle MAP lottery table>
FIGS. 98 to 100 are battle MAP lottery tables for drawing a battle MAP for determining a production ball to be set in the apocalypse in the battle ART. The battle MAP lottery table is provided for each type of enemy character to be an opponent, and the information of the lottery value for the battle MAP of the migration destination is defined for each battle MAP of the migration source. FIG. 98 is a battle MAP lottery table corresponding to the boss 1, FIG. 99 is a battle MAP lottery table corresponding to the boss 2, and FIG. 100 is a battle MAP lottery table corresponding to the boss 5. As will be described later, the lottery value information defined in the battle MAP lottery table depends on the speed set for the enemy character.

<Battle MAP data correspondence table>
In the battle MAP, the battle MAP data for determining the production ball to be set in the apocalypse is defined. FIG. 101 is a diagram showing a correspondence table of battle MAP data defined in each battle MAP.

<Production ball lottery table during battle ART>
FIG. 102 is a production ball lottery table during battle ART for determining the production balls to be set in the apocalypse in battle ART. The production ball lottery table during the battle defines the information of the lottery value for the production balls set for each battle MAP data. In addition, in (A) of FIG. 102, the information of the lottery value for the production ball is defined also for the battle MAP data "0", but the boss is newer than the lottery of the production ball based on the MAP data "0". If priority is given to the lottery of MAP, it will not be used.

With reference to FIG. 102, the enemy balls are easily drawn in the battle MAP data "1", while the ally balls and the awakening balls are always drawn in the battle MAP data "2" and "3". Further, referring to the battle MAP data comparison table shown in FIG. 101, it can be seen that seven battle MAPs are in one set. Specifically, referring to the battle MAPs "1" to "7", the battle MAP data is followed by five "1" s, followed by "2" and "3", followed by battle MAPs "8" to "14", It can be seen that the same applies to the battle MAPs “15” to “21” and the battle MAPs “22” to “28”.

The battle MAPs "4", "11", "18", and "25" are battle MAPs that are not actually drawn (the lottery value is 0 as shown in FIGS. 98 to 100). Therefore, in pachislot 1, four battle MAPs (one is not drawn) and battle MAP data "2" in which ally balls or awakening balls are always drawn are defined as battle MAP data "1" in which enemy balls are easily drawn. Six battle MAPs with "3" specified are included in one set.

Here, the process returns to the battle MAP lottery table of FIGS. 98 to 100. At the battle MAP lottery table, boss MAPs "6" "7" "13" "14" "20" "21" "21" " "27" and "28" are emphasized and displayed. With reference to the battle MAP lottery table, the battle MAP basically shifts to a battle MAP with a large number one by one in one set, or allies or awakening balls in one set are always drawn. You can see that it will shift to battle MAP. Specifically, from the battle MAP "1", the battle MAP "2" whose numerical value is one larger, or the battle MAP "6" in which the ally ball or the awakening ball in the same set is always drawn is likely to be drawn. I understand.

By configuring the battle MAP and the battle MAP data in this way, in the pachislot 1, the number of times the enemy character attacks continuously is suppressed to a predetermined number of times (4 times in this embodiment). That is, when the battle MAP is transferred more than a predetermined number of times (five times in this embodiment), the battle MAP is always transferred to the battle MAP in which the ally ball or the awakening ball is drawn at least once. In addition, from battle MAP "1", it will also shift to battle MAP "9" etc., but since battle MAP "9" etc. is the second numerical value battle MAP in the same set, the transition of battle MAP will be done. If the number of times exceeds a predetermined number, it will be transferred to the battle MAP in which allies and the like are always drawn at least once.

Further, when comparing the battle MAP lottery tables of FIGS. 98 to 100, it can be seen that the probability of shifting to the battle MAP in which the ally ball or the awakening ball is always drawn differs depending on the type of the enemy character of the opponent. For example, if the attack type and slow speed boss 1 (see FIG. 97) is an enemy character, referring to the battle MAP lottery table in FIG. 98, the battle MAPs "6" and "7" in which ally balls and the like are always drawn It can be seen that it is relatively easy to migrate. In addition, when the boss 2 (see FIG. 97), which is a defensive type and has a normal speed, is an enemy character, referring to the battle MAP lottery table in FIG. 99, the battle MAP " It turns out that it is difficult to shift to "6" and "7". Similarly, when the speed type boss 5 (see FIG. 97) is an enemy character, referring to the battle MAP lottery table in FIG. 100, allies and the like are always drawn. It can be seen that it is difficult to shift to the battle MAPs "6" and "7" to be performed, and basically, the battle MAPs with larger numerical values are shifted from the battle MAP "1".

In this way, in the battle MAP lottery table, information on the lottery value is defined based on the speed set for the enemy character. As a result, during battle ART, the production balls are set based on the speed set for the enemy character, the faster the enemy, the more enemy balls are set, and the slower the speed, the more ally balls are set. Become.

<Damage lottery table during battle ART>
FIGS. 103 and 104 are damage lottery tables used during battle ART to reduce the HP of enemy characters and ally characters in battle ART. The damage lottery table during battle ART is about the type of enemy character to be the opponent, the type of production ball set in the apocalypse in this game, and the amount of HP reduction of the enemy character and ally character for each internal winning role. Specify the lottery value information.

FIG. 103 is a damage lottery table during battle ART used when the production ball set in the apocalypse in this game is an enemy ball. In FIG. 103, in order to make it possible to compare the difference depending on the status (attack power) of the enemy character, the damage lottery table during battle ART used when the boss 1 with high attack power (see FIG. 97) is the enemy character is shown in FIG. 103. The damage lottery table during battle ART, which is used when the boss 5 (see FIG. 97) having a low attack power is an enemy character, is shown in (A) of FIG. 103. Comparing the damage lottery tables during battle ART in FIG. 103, when the push order bell is determined as the internal winning combination, when the opponent is the boss 1, "15" is likely to be determined as the amount of decrease in the HP of the ally character. On the other hand, when the opponent is the boss 5, it can be seen that "5" is easily determined as the amount of decrease in the HP of the ally character.

Further, referring to FIG. 103, even if the production ball set in the apocalypse in this game is an enemy ball, if the player wins a rare role other than the pure outlier, the enemy character is not the ally character. HP will decrease. By configuring the damage lottery table during battle ART in this way, the player expects that the rare role will be decided as the internal winning role during battle ART, and can enhance the interest during ART. ..

Further, FIG. 104 is a damage lottery table during battle ART used when the effect ball set in the apocalypse in this game is a ally ball or an awakening ball. In FIG. 104, in order to make it possible to compare the difference due to the status (defense power) of the enemy character, the damage lottery table during battle ART used when the boss 1 with high defense power (see FIG. 97) is the enemy character is shown in FIG. 104. The damage lottery table during battle ART, which is used when the boss 5 (see FIG. 97) having a low defense power is an enemy character, is shown in FIG. 104 (B). Comparing the damage lottery tables during battle ART in FIG. 104, it is easy to determine "5" as the amount of decrease in the HP of the enemy character when the opponent is boss 1, while when the opponent is boss 5, the enemy character is easily determined. It can be seen that "10" or the like is easily determined as the amount of decrease in HP of.

By providing a damage lottery table during battle ART according to the type of enemy character that is the opponent in this way, the status (attack power and defense power) of the enemy character can be reflected, and the games during battle ART can be varied. Can be transformed into.

<ART state lottery table>
105 and 106 are ART state lottery tables for drawing a new ART state when it is decided to continue to ART in the battle ART. The ART state lottery table defines information on the type of the opponent's enemy character, the number of times ART continues, and the lottery value for the transfer destination ART state for each transfer source ART state. It should be noted that FIGS. 105 and 106 show an ART state lottery table that is referred to when the enemy character of the opponent is any of the bosses 1 to 6. When the opponent character is any of the bosses 1 to 6, and the ART state of the migration source is "31" to "33", the same ART status is determined as the ART status of the migration destination. On the other hand, when the enemy character of the opponent is either boss 7 or 8, and the ART state of the migration source is "31" to "33", although not shown, a different ART state (for example, ART state "3"). ”, Etc.) will be determined as the ART state of the migration destination.

Further, referring to FIGS. 105 and 106, it can be seen that when the number of times of ART continuation exceeds 5, it becomes easy to shift to the ART state having a large numerical value.

<Explanation of operation of main control circuit>
Next, with reference to FIGS. 107 to 112, the contents of various processes executed by the main CPU 51 of the main control circuit 41 by using the program will be described.

[Main pachislot operation processing controlled by the main CPU]
First, the procedure of the main operation processing (processing after the power is turned on) of the pachislot machine 1 performed under the control of the main CPU 51 will be described with reference to the flowchart (hereinafter referred to as the main flow) shown in FIG.

First, when the power is turned on to the pachi-slot machine 1, the main CPU 51 performs a power-on processing (S1). In this process, it is determined whether the backup has been performed normally, whether the settings have been changed appropriately, and the like, and initialization is performed according to the determination result.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs an initialization process at the end of one game (S2). In this initialization process, the data in the designated storage area in the main RAM 53 is cleared. The designated storage area referred to here is a storage area such as an internal winning combination storage area and a display combination storage area, which requires data to be erased for each unit game (game).

Next, the main CPU 51 performs medal acceptance / start check processing (S3). In this process, the input of the medal sensor (not shown) and the start switch 16S is checked.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a random number value acquisition process (S4). In this process, the main CPU 51 extracts a random number value (0 to 65535) for the internal winning combination lottery, and stores the extracted random number value in a random number value storage area (not shown) provided in the main RAM 53.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs an internal lottery process (S5). In this process, the internal winning combination is determined by lottery based on the random value for the internal winning combination lottery extracted in S4. The details of the internal lottery process will be described later with reference to FIG. 108 described later.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a reel stop initial setting process (S6). In this process, the reel stop control information used for the stop control is determined according to the internal winning combination determined in S5 and the current gaming state. The determined reel stop control information is stored in the main RAM 53 and used in the reel stop control process of S11.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a start command generation / storage process (S7). In this process, the main CPU 51 generates data for a start command to be transmitted to the sub-control circuit 42, and stores the command data in a communication data storage area provided in the main RAM 53. Further, the start command stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 41 to the sub control circuit 42 by the command data transmission process in the interrupt process described later with reference to FIG. 112. It should be noted that the start command data includes various information necessary for the production of the internal winning combination and the like.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a wait process (S8). In this process, if the elapsed time from the start of the previous game does not elapse a predetermined time (for example, 4.1 seconds), the main CPU 51 waits until the wait time elapses.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a reel rotation start process (S9). In this process, the main CPU 51 requests the start of rotation of all reels. Then, when the start of rotation of all reels is requested, the three stepping motors 61L, 61C, and 61R are driven by an interrupt process (see FIG. 112, which will be described later), which is executed at a constant cycle (1.1172 msec). Is controlled, and rotation of the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R is started. At this time, each reel is accelerated and controlled until its rotational speed reaches a constant speed, and then is controlled so that the constant speed is maintained.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a reel rotation start command generation / storage process (S10). In this process, the main CPU 51 generates data for a reel rotation start command to be transmitted to the sub-control circuit 42, and stores the command data in a communication data storage area provided in the main RAM 53. The reel rotation start command stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 41 to the sub control circuit 42 by the command data transmission process in the interrupt process described later with reference to FIG. 112. By this process, the sub-control circuit 42 can recognize the start of reel rotation, and can determine the timing and the like for executing various effects.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a reel stop control process (S11). In this process, the rotation of the corresponding reel is stopped based on the timing at which the left stop button 19L, the middle stop button 19C, and the right stop button 19R are pressed, respectively, using the reel stop control information determined in S6.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a winning search process (S12). In this process, the main CPU 51 collates the symbol combination displayed on the winning line after all the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R are stopped with the symbol combination table (see FIGS. 9 to 21). .. Then, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the combination of symbols defined by the symbol combination table is displayed on the winning line, and stores the determination result in the display combination storage area.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a medal payout process (S13). In this process, the hopper 33 is driven, the number of credits is updated, and medals are paid out based on the number of payouts of the combination of symbols determined in S12.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a winning operation command generation / storage process (S14). In this process, the main CPU 51 generates data of a winning operation command to be transmitted to the sub control circuit 42, and stores the command data in a communication data storage area provided in the main RAM 53. Further, the winning operation command stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 41 to the sub control circuit 42 by the command data transmission process in the interrupt process described later with reference to FIG. 112. By this processing, the sub-control circuit 42 can recognize the symbol combination displayed along the winning determination line, and can determine the timing and the like for executing various effects.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a bonus end check process (S15). In this process, the main CPU 51 checks whether or not to end the operation of the bonus game by referring to various counters (not shown) for managing the end trigger of the bonus game provided in the main RAM 53. The details of the bonus end check process will be described later with reference to FIG. 109 described later.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a bonus operation check process (S16). In this process, the main CPU 51 checks whether or not to start the operation of the bonus game and whether or not to perform the replay. The details of the bonus operation check process will be described later with reference to FIG. 110 described later.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs an RT check process (S17). In this process, the main CPU 51 updates the RT game state based on the combination of the displayed symbols. The RT check process is a process for updating the RT game state in the bonus non-operating state, and is omitted in the bonus state and the inter-flag state. The details of the RT check process will be described later with reference to FIG. 111 described later.

[Internal lottery processing]
Next, with reference to FIG. 108, the internal lottery process performed in S5 in the main flow (see FIG. 107) will be described.

First, the main CPU 51 sets an internal lottery table according to the game state (S31). That is, the main CPU 51 grasps the current game state with reference to the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 51), and sets an internal lottery table (see FIGS. 22 to 26) according to the grasped game state.

Next, the main CPU 51 acquires the random number value stored in the random number value storage area (S32). Then, the main CPU 51 sets "1" as the initial value of the winning number.

Next, the main CPU 51 refers to the internal lottery table to acquire the lottery value corresponding to the winning number, and subtracts the lottery value from the random number value (S33). The winning number is information given one by one to the winning combination that may be drawn at the internal lottery table. For example, when the game state is the RT0 game state during which the bonus is not won, the winning number "1" is attached to "out of place" and the winning number "2" is attached to "F_black black black". (See FIG. 22). Further, when the gaming state is the RT0 gaming state in the bonus state, the winning number "1" is attached to "F_maintenance lip" and the winning number "2" is attached to "F_123 lip". (See FIG. 24).

Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the calculation result in S33 is less than 0 (negative value) (S34).

In S34, when the main CPU 51 determines that the calculation result is not less than 0 (NO), the main CPU 51 updates the random number value and the winning number (S35). Specifically, the value of the calculation result is set as a random value, and the winning number is added by 1.

Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not all the winning numbers have been checked (S36). When it is determined in S36 that the main CPU 51 has not checked all the winning numbers (NO), the main CPU 51 returns the process to S33 and repeats the processes after S33.

On the other hand, in S36, when it is determined that the main CPU 51 has checked all the winning numbers (YES), the main CPU 51 sets “0” as the data pointer (S37). That is, the main CPU 51 sets "0" as the small win / replay data pointer and the bonus data pointer.

Here, returning to the description of the process of S34 again, when the main CPU 51 determines in S34 that the calculation result is less than 0 (negative value) (YES), the main CPU 51 responds to the current winning number. , Acquire the data pointer for small role / replay and the data pointer for bonus (S38).

Then, after the processing of S37 or S38, the main CPU 51 acquires the internal winning combination based on the small combination / replay data pointer (S39).

Next, the main CPU 51 stores the acquired internal winning combination in the internal winning combination storage area (S40).

Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the data stored in the carry-over combination storage area is "00000000000" (S41). In S41, when the main CPU 51 determines that the data stored in the carry-over combination storage area is not "00000000000" (NO), the main CPU 51 performs the process of S48 described later.

On the other hand, in S41, when the main CPU 51 determines that the data stored in the carry-over combination storage area is "00000000000" (YES), the main CPU 51 acquires the internal winning combination based on the bonus data pointer. (S42).

Next, the main CPU 51 stores the acquired internal winning combination in the carrying-over combination storage area (S43).

Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the combination related to BB is being carried over (S44). With reference to FIG. 49, the combination related to BB is stored in any of bits 0 to 4 of the carry-over combination storage area. Therefore, in this process, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not "1" is stored in any of bits 0 to 4 of the carry-over combination storage area. When the main CPU 51 determines in S44 that the winning combination related to the BB is not being carried over (NO), the main CPU 51 moves to the process of S46.

On the other hand, in S44, when the main CPU 51 determines that the winning combination related to BB is being carried over (YES), the main CPU 51 sets the RT5 game state flag to ON (S45), and then proceeds to the process of S46. Specifically, "1" is set in bit 4 of the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 51). By this process, when the winning combination related to BB is determined as the internal winning combination during the bonus non-winning state, the gaming state can be shifted to the RT5 gaming state in the inter-flag state.

Next, in the process of S46, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the combination related to JACIN is being carried over. With reference to FIG. 49, the combination related to JACIN is stored in any of bits 5 to 7 of the carry-over combination storage area. Therefore, in this process, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not "1" is stored in any of bits 5 to 7 of the carry-over combination storage area. When the main CPU 51 determines in S46 that the winning combination related to the BB is not being carried over (NO), the main CPU 51 moves to the process of S48.

On the other hand, in S46, when the main CPU 51 determines that the combination related to JACIN is being carried over (YES), the main CPU 51 sets the RT4 game state flag to ON (S47), and then proceeds to the process of S48. Specifically, "1" is set in bit 3 of the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 51). In addition, since the winning combination related to JACIN may be determined as the internal winning combination only during the bonus state, when the winning combination related to JACIN is determined as the internal winning combination during the bonus state, the game The state can be changed to the RT4 game state of the bonus state.

Next, in the process of S48, the main CPU 51 updates the internal winning combination storage area based on the internal winning combination stored in the carry-over combination storage area. After that, the main CPU 51 ends the internal lottery process, and shifts the process to S7 of the main flow (see FIG. 107).

[Bonus end check process]
Next, the bonus end check process performed in S15 in the main flow (see FIG. 107) will be described with reference to FIG. 109.

First, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not "BB" is in operation with reference to the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 51) (S51). When the main CPU 51 determines in S51 that "BB" is not operating (NO), the main CPU 51 ends the bonus end check process and shifts the process to S16 of the main flow (see FIG. 107).

On the other hand, in S51, when the main CPU 51 determines that "BB" is in operation (YES), the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the value of the bonus end number counter is less than "0" (S52). ). If the value of the bonus end number counter is less than "0", it means that the payout of medals exceeds 59 during the bonus state.

In S52, when the main CPU 51 determines that the value of the bonus end number counter is less than "0" (YES), the main CPU 51 refers to the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 51) and "RB". Determines whether or not is in operation (S53). In S53, when the main CPU 51 determines that "RB" is not operating (NO), the main CPU 51 shifts the process to S56.

On the other hand, in S53, when the main CPU 51 determines that "RB" is in operation (YES), the main CPU 51 performs RB end processing (S54). In this process, the main CPU 51 clears the winning counter and the game counter, and turns off the game state flag (RB game state flag) corresponding to the operating “RB”. Next, the main CPU 51 turns on the RT2 game state flag (S55).

Next, in S56, the main CPU 51 performs the bonus end processing. In this process, the main CPU 51 clears the bonus end number counter and turns off the game state flag (BB game state flag) corresponding to the operating "BB". As shown in S53 to S56, when the operation of the BB (bonus state) ends during the RB game state, the state shifts to the RT2 game state in the bonus non-winning state after the end of the BB. On the other hand, when the operation of the BB ends in a state other than the RB gaming state, the bonus non-winning state is entered while the RT gaming state in the bonus state is maintained.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a bonus end command generation / storage process (S57). In this process, the main CPU 51 generates data of a bonus end command to be transmitted to the sub control circuit 42, and stores the command data in a communication data storage area provided in the main RAM 53. Further, the bonus end command stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 41 to the sub control circuit 42 by the command data transmission process in the interrupt process described later with reference to FIG. 112. By this process, the sub-control circuit 42 can recognize that the bonus state has ended, and can perform a predetermined effect at the end of the bonus. After the processing of S57, the main CPU 51 ends the bonus end check processing, and shifts the processing to S16 of the main flow (see FIG. 107).

On the other hand, in S52, when the main CPU 51 determines that the value of the bonus end number counter is not less than "0" (NO), the main CPU 51 refers to the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 51) and "RB". Is in operation (S58). When the main CPU 51 determines in S58 that "RB" is not operating (NO), the main CPU 51 ends the bonus end check process and shifts the process to S16 in the main flow (see FIG. 107).

On the other hand, in S58, when the main CPU 51 determines that "RB" is in operation (YES), the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the winning counter or the game counter is "0". (S59). If the winning count counter is "0", it means that the combination of symbols other than "missing" is displayed eight times during the RB game state in the bonus state, and the game counter is "0". If is, it means that 12 games have been played in the RB game state in the bonus state.

In S59, when the main CPU 51 determines that neither the winning counter nor the gameable counter is “0” (NO), the main CPU 51 ends the bonus end check process and performs the process in the main flow (FIG. (See 107), move to S16.

On the other hand, in S59, when the main CPU 51 determines that either the winning counter or the game counter is "0" (YES), the main CPU 51 performs the RB end processing (S60). Next, the main CPU 51 turns on the RT2 game state flag (S61), ends the bonus end check process, and shifts the process to S16 of the main flow (see FIG. 107).

[Bonus operation check process]
Next, the bonus end check process performed in S16 in the main flow (see FIG. 107) will be described with reference to FIG. 110.

First, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the combination of symbols related to "BB" (see FIG. 27) is displayed (S71). In S71, when the main CPU 51 determines that the combination of symbols related to "BB" is displayed (YES), the main CPU 51 performs the bonus operation time process (S72). In this process, the main CPU 51 sets the BB game state flag of the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 51) to on, and sets "59" to the bonus end number counter.

Next, the main CPU 51 updates the RT5 game state flag of the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 51) to off (S73). Next, the main CPU 51 performs a bonus start command generation / storage process (S74). In this process, the main CPU 51 generates data of a bonus start command to be transmitted to the sub control circuit 42, and stores the command data in a communication data storage area provided in the main RAM 53. Further, the bonus start command stored in the communication data storage area is transmitted from the main control circuit 41 to the sub control circuit 42 by the command data transmission process in the interrupt process described later with reference to FIG. 112. By this process, the sub-control circuit 42 can recognize that the bonus state has started, and can perform a predetermined effect at the start of the bonus.

When the process of S74 is completed, the main CPU 51 ends the bonus operation check process and shifts the process to S17 of the main flow (see FIG. 107).

On the other hand, in S71, when the main CPU 51 determines that the combination of symbols related to "BB" is not displayed (NO), the main CPU 51 displays the combination of symbols related to "JACIN" (see FIG. 27). It is determined whether or not it is present (S75). In S75, when the main CPU 51 determines that the combination of symbols related to "JACIN" is displayed (YES), the main CPU 51 performs the RB operation time process (S76). In this process, the main CPU 51 sets the RB game state flag of the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 51) to on, sets “8” in the winning counter, and sets “12” in the game counter. ..

Next, the main CPU 51 updates the RT4 game state flag of the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 51) to off (S77). When the process of S77 is completed, the main CPU 51 ends the bonus operation check process and shifts the process to S17 of the main flow (see FIG. 107).

On the other hand, in S75, when the main CPU 51 determines that the combination of symbols related to "JACIN" is not displayed (NO), the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the combination of symbols related to "replay" is displayed. (S78). In S78, when the main CPU 51 determines that the combination of symbols related to "replay" is not displayed (NO), the main CPU 51 ends the bonus operation check process and performs the process in the main flow (see FIG. 107). Move to S17.

On the other hand, in S78, when the main CPU 51 determines that the combination of symbols related to "replay" is displayed (YES), the main CPU 51 requests automatic insertion of medals (S79). That is, the main CPU 51 copies the input number counter to the automatic input number counter. Then, after the processing of S79, the main CPU 51 ends the bonus operation check processing, and shifts the processing to S17 of the main flow (see FIG. 107).

[RT check processing]
Next, the RT check process performed in S17 in the main flow (see FIG. 107) will be described with reference to FIG. 111.

First, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the gaming state is one of the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, and the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (S81). .. In S81, when the main CPU 51 determines that the game is not in any of the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, and the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (NO), the main The CPU 51 moves on to the process of S85 described later.

On the other hand, in S81, when the main CPU 51 determines that it is in any of the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, and the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (YES). ), The main CPU 51 subsequently determines whether or not the "bell spilled eye" or "RT1 transition lip" is displayed (S82). When the main CPU 51 determines in S82 that neither the "bell spilled eye" nor the "RT1 transition lip" is displayed (NO), the main CPU 51 moves to the process of S85 described later.

On the other hand, in S82, when the main CPU 51 determines that either the "bell spilled eye" or the "RT1 transition lip" is displayed (YES), the main CPU 51 turns off the currently on RT game state flag and RT1 Turn on the game state. That is, when "bell spilled eyes" or "RT1 transition lip" is displayed in the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the RT2 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, or the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the main CPU 51 Shifts the game state to the RT1 game state in which the bonus is not won. Next, the main CPU 51 sets 5 in the RT game number counter (S84).

When NO in S81 and S82, or following S84, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the gaming state is the RT0 gaming state in which the bonus is not won (S85). In S85, when it is determined that the main CPU 51 is not in the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (NO), the main CPU 51 moves to the process of S91 described later.

On the other hand, in S85, when the main CPU 51 determines that the RT0 gaming state is in the bonus non-winning state (YES), the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the "RT4 transition lip" is displayed (S86). In S86, when the main CPU 51 determines that the "RT4 transition lip" is displayed (YES), the main CPU 51 turns on the RT4 game state flag. That is, when the "RT4 transition lip" is displayed in the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the main CPU 51 shifts the gaming state to the RT4 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state.

On the other hand, in S88, when the main CPU 51 determines that the "RT4 transition lip" is not displayed (NO), the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the "RT3 transition lip" is displayed (S88). In S88, when the main CPU 51 determines that the "RT3 transition lip" is displayed (YES), the main CPU 51 turns on the RT3 game state flag. That is, when the "RT3 transition lip" is displayed in the RT0 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state, the main CPU 51 shifts the gaming state to the RT3 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state. Next, the main CPU 51 sets 5 in the RT game number counter (S90).

When NO in S85 and S88, or following S87 and S90, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the gaming state is the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state or the RT3 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (S91). ). In S91, when it is determined that the main CPU 51 is neither the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state nor the RT3 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (NO), the main CPU 51 ends the RT check process and mainly performs the process. Move to S2 of the flow (see FIG. 107).

On the other hand, when it is determined in S91 that the main CPU 51 is in either the RT1 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state or the RT3 gaming state in the bonus non-winning state (YES), the main CPU 51 updates the RT game number counter (YES). 1 subtraction) (S92). Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the RT game number counter is 0 (S93). When the main CPU 51 determines in S93 that the RT game number counter is not 0 (NO), the main CPU 51 ends the RT check process and shifts the process to S2 of the main flow (see FIG. 107).

On the other hand, in S93, when the main CPU 51 determines that the RT game number counter is 0 (YES), the main CPU 51 turns off the currently on RT game state flag (S94). By turning off the currently on RT game state flag by this process, the game state shifts to the RT0 game state in which the bonus is not won. When this process is completed, the main CPU 51 ends the RT check process and shifts the process to S2 of the main flow (see FIG. 107).

<Interrupt processing controlled by the main CPU>
FIG. 112 is a flowchart showing an interrupt process controlled by the main CPU 51. This process is performed every 1.1172 milliseconds.

First, the main CPU 51 saves the register (S101). Next, the main CPU 51 performs an input port check process (S102). In this process, signals input from various switches such as the stop switch 17S are checked.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a timer update process (S103). In this process, the main CPU 51 performs a process of subtracting a predetermined timer value for each interrupt process, for example. Next, the main CPU 51 performs a communication data transmission procedure (S104). In this process, various commands are mainly transmitted to the main control circuit 41 and the sub control circuit 42 as appropriate.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a reel control process (S105). In this process, the main CPU 51 starts rotating the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R when all the reels are requested to start rotating, and then each reel rotates at a constant speed. The three stepping motors 61L, 61C and 61R are driven and controlled. When the number of sliding pieces is determined, the main CPU 51 updates the symbol counter of the corresponding reel by the number of sliding pieces. Then, the main CPU 51 waits for the updated symbol counter to match the value corresponding to the scheduled stop position (the symbol at the scheduled stop position reaches the area on the winning line of the display window) of the corresponding reel. The corresponding stepping motor is driven and controlled so that the rotation is decelerated and stopped.

Next, the main CPU 51 performs a lamp 7-segment drive process (S106). In this process, the main CPU 51 drives and controls the 7-segment display 6 to display the number of payouts, the number of credits, and the like. Next, the main CPU 51 performs a register reset process (S107). After that, the main CPU 51 ends the interrupt process.

[Sub-control processing]
The sub CPU 81 of the sub control circuit 42 executes various processes according to the flowcharts shown in FIGS. 113 to 137.

<Power-on process>
FIG. 113 is a flowchart showing a power-on process of the sub CPU 81 at the time of power-on.

First, the sub CPU 81 executes the initialization process (S320). In this process, the sub CPU 81 checks for errors in the sub RAM 83 and the like, and initializes the task system. The task system includes a lamp control task which is a task group of timer interrupt synchronization, a sound control task, and a mother task which is a task group of VSYNC (Vertical Synchronization) interruption synchronization.

Next, the sub CPU 81 activates the lamp control task shown in FIG. 114 (S321). The lamp control task waits for the sub CPU 81 to receive a timer interrupt event message transmitted to the sub CPU 81 every 2 milliseconds, and in response to receiving this timer interrupt event message, the lamp control task of various lamps. It is a process of executing a process of controlling the lighting state.

Next, the sub CPU 81 activates the sound control task shown in FIG. 115 (S322). In the sound control task, the sound output state from the speakers 21L and 21R is controlled by the sub CPU 81.

Next, the sub CPU 81 activates the mother task shown in FIG. 116 (S323) and terminates the power-on process. The mother task is a task group for VSYNC (vertical synchronization signal) interrupt synchronization, and is a vertical synchronization signal (VSYNC interrupt signal) sent from the liquid crystal display device 10 when one frame of video is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 10. Is used.

<Lamp control task>
FIG. 114 is a flowchart showing a lamp control task activated in S321 of the power-on process shown in FIG. 113.

First, the sub CPU 81 executes the timer interrupt initialization process (S330). Next, the sub CPU 81 executes the initialization process of the lamp-related data (S331).

Next, the sub CPU 81 executes a timer interrupt wait (S332). In this process, the sub CPU 81 executes a task group different from the timer interrupt synchronization until the sub CPU 81 receives the timer interrupt event message every 2 milliseconds.

As a task group different from the timer interrupt synchronization, for example, a main board communication task which is a task group of command reception interrupt synchronization can be mentioned. In addition, a task group for power interrupt synchronization (not shown), a task group for door monitoring unit communication synchronization (not shown), and the like can be mentioned.

<Sound control task>
FIG. 115 is a flowchart showing a sound control task activated in S322 of the power-on process shown in FIG. 113.

First, the sub CPU 81 executes an initialization process of sound-related data related to the sound output state from the speakers 21L and 21R (S340). Next, the sub CPU 81 executes a task having the next priority in the timer interrupt synchronization task group, which is the same group as the sound control task, that is, the lamp control task (S341).

Next, the sub CPU 81 executes the sound data analysis process (S342), performs the sound effect execution process (S343), and executes the process of S341.

<Mother task>
FIG. 116 is a flowchart showing a mother task started in S323 of the power-on process shown in FIG. 113.

In the mother task, the sub CPU 81 activates the main task (S350), activates the main board communication task (S351), and activates the animation task (S352).

<Main task>
FIG. 117 is a flowchart showing a main task started in S350 of the mother task shown in FIG. 116.

In the main task, the sub CPU 81 executes the VSYNC interrupt initialization process (S360) and executes the VSYNC interrupt wait (S361). Next, the sub CPU 81 executes the drawing process (S362) and executes the process of S361.

<Main board communication task>
FIG. 118 is a flowchart showing a main board communication task activated in S351 of the mother task shown in FIG. 116.

First, the sub CPU 81 executes initialization of the communication message queue (S370) and checks the reception command (S371).

Next, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not a command different from the previous one has been received (S372). Here, if it is determined that a command different from the previous one has not been received (NO), the sub CPU 81 executes the process of S371.

On the other hand, if it is determined that a command different from the previous one has been received (YES), the sub CPU 81 determines that the received command is a legitimate command, and creates game information from the received command. The game information is stored in the sub RAM 83 (S373). Next, the sub CPU 81 executes the command analysis process shown in FIG. 119 (S374), and executes the process of S371.

<Command analysis processing>
FIG. 118 is a flowchart showing a command analysis process executed in S374 of the main board communication task shown in FIG. 119.

First, the sub CPU 81 executes the effect content determination process (S380) shown in FIG. 121, executes the lamp data determination process (S381), executes the sound data determination process (S382), and registers each of the determined data. (S383), and the command analysis process is terminated.

<Anime task>
FIG. 120 is a flowchart showing an animation task activated in S352 of the mother task shown in FIG. 116.

First, the sub CPU 81 checks the change from the previous game information (S390). Next, the sub CPU 81 executes the object control process (S391). Specifically, when the check result that the game information is changed is obtained in S390, the sub CPU 81 controls the image according to the change of the game information.

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 executes the animation task management process (S392). Specifically, the sub CPU 81 manages the order of images displayed in various effects. When the sub CPU 81 executes the animation task management process, the sub CPU 81 executes the process of S390.

<Production content determination process>
FIG. 121 is a flowchart showing an effect content determination process executed in S380 of the command analysis process shown in FIG. 119.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not a start command has been received (S401). Here, if it is determined that the start command has been received (YES), the sub CPU 81 executes the start command reception time process (S402) shown in FIG. 122, and ends the effect content determination process. In the process at the time of receiving the start command, for example, the effect data based on the information transmitted as the start command is set.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the start command has not been received (NO), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the reel rotation start command has been received (S403). Here, if it is determined that the reel rotation start command has been received (YES), the sub CPU 81 executes the reel rotation start command reception processing (S404), and ends the effect content determination process. In the processing at the time of receiving the reel rotation start command, for example, the effect data based on the information transmitted as the reel rotation start command is set.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the reel rotation start command has not been received (NO), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the reel stop command has been received (S405). Here, if it is determined that the reel stop command has been received (YES), the sub CPU 81 executes the reel stop command reception processing (S406), and ends the effect content determination processing. In the reel stop command reception processing, for example, the effect data based on the information transmitted as the reel stop command is set.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the reel stop command has not been received (NO), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the winning operation command has been received (S407). Here, if it is determined that the winning operation command has been received (YES), the sub CPU 81 executes the winning operation command receiving process (S408) shown in FIG. 132, and ends the effect content determination process. In the process at the time of receiving the winning operation command, for example, the effect data based on the information transmitted as the winning operation command is set.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the winning operation command has not been received (NO), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the bonus end command has been received (S409). Here, if it is determined that the bonus end command has been received (YES), the sub CPU 81 executes the bonus end command reception time process (S410) shown in FIG. 137, and ends the effect content determination process. In the processing at the time of receiving the bonus end command, for example, the effect data based on the information transmitted as the bonus end command is set.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the bonus end command has not been received (NO), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the bonus start command has been received (S411). Here, if it is determined that the bonus start command has been received (YES), the sub CPU 81 executes the bonus start command reception processing (S412), and ends the effect content determination process. In the processing at the time of receiving the bonus start command, for example, the effect data based on the information transmitted as the bonus start command is set. Further, in the processing at the time of receiving the bonus start command, the BB mode "0" is set as the initial value of the BB mode.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the bonus end command has not been received (NO), the sub CPU 81 executes other processes according to the received command (S413), and ends the effect content determination process.

<Processing when receiving start command>
FIG. 122 is a flowchart showing a start command reception time process executed in S402 of the effect content determination process shown in FIG. 121.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the gaming state is either a normal gaming state or a high-probability gaming state (S421). If it is determined in S421 that the gaming state is either the normal gaming state or the high-probability gaming state (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the normal start CZ / ART lottery shown in FIG. 123 (S422). In this normal start CZ / ART lottery, the above-mentioned transition lottery (A) (D) at the start is performed based on the internal winning combination and the production ball set in the apocalypse in this game.

Following the process of S422, the sub CPU 81 performs the apocalypse operation process shown in FIG. 124 (S423). In this apocalypse operation process, the sub CPU 81 controls to start or end the operation of the apocalypse.

Following the processing of S423, or when it is determined in S421 that the gaming state is neither the normal gaming state nor the high-probability gaming state (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines that the gaming state is the RT4 gaming state of the normal gaming state. It is determined whether or not there is (S424). More specifically, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the gaming state managed by the sub side is the normal gaming state and the RT gaming state managed by the main side is the RT4 gaming state. If it is determined in S424 that the gaming state is the RT4 gaming state of the normal gaming state (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the high-probability gaming state transition process shown in FIG. 125 (S425). In this probability game state transition process, the sub CPU 81 draws avoidance points in order to shift the game state from the normal game state to the high probability game state.

Following the processing of S425, or when it is determined in S424 that the gaming state is not the RT4 gaming state of the normal gaming state (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the gaming state is a high-probability gaming state. (S426). If it is determined in S426 that the gaming state is a high-probability gaming state (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the high-probability medium-effect registration process shown in FIG. 126 (S427). In this high-probability medium effect registration process, the sub CPU 81 performs an effect (push order navigation) to prevent the main game state from shifting from the RT4 game state to the RT1 game state based on the avoidance point. ..

Following the processing of S427 or in S426, if it is determined that the gaming state is not a high-probability gaming state (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the gaming state is CZ (S428). If it is determined in S428 that the gaming state is CZ (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the CZ start ART lottery process shown in FIG. 127 (S429). In this CZ start ART lottery process, the sub CPU 81 performs the above-mentioned transition lottery (C) and the like.

Following the processing of S429 or in S428, if it is determined that the gaming state is not CZ (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the gaming state is in the bonus state (during BB) (S430). ). When it is determined in S430 that the game state is the bonus state (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the ART lottery process in BB shown in FIG. 128 (S431). In this BB ART lottery process, the sub CPU 81 performs the above-mentioned transition lottery (F) and the like.

Following the processing of S431 or in S430, if it is determined that the gaming state is not the bonus state (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the gaming state is the ART gaming state (during ART). (S432). When it is determined in S432 that the gaming state is the ART gaming state (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the ART in-process as shown in FIG. 129 (S433), and ends the start command reception processing. In this ART processing, the sub CPU 81 determines the effect contents in the enemy determination ART and the battle ART. On the other hand, in S432, when it is determined that the gaming state is not the ART gaming state (NO), the sub CPU 81 ends the process at the time of receiving the start command.

<CZ / ART lottery processing at normal start>
FIG. 123 is a flowchart showing a normal start CZ / ART lottery process executed in S422 of the start command reception process shown in FIG. 122.

First, the sub CPU 81 refers to the start ART lottery table shown in FIGS. 59 to 61 based on the internal winning combination and the production ball set in the apocalypse in this game, and shifts to CZ / ART. (A) and (D) are performed (S441). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the CZ has been won in this lottery (S442). If the CZ is won (YES), the sub CPU 81 sets the CZ in the game state of the next game (S443), and ends the CZ / ART lottery process at the normal start.

On the other hand, if the CZ is not won (NO), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the ART is won in the lottery of S441 (S444). If the ART is not won (NO), the CZ / ART lottery process is ended at the normal start, while if the ART is won (YES), the sub CPU 81 is in the ART gaming state as the gaming state. Set the enemy decision ART (S445). Since the ART gaming state is the RT4 gaming state on the main side, the RT4 transition lip is displayed and the main side must shift to the RT4 gaming state. Therefore, "setting the enemy-determining ART in the ART gaming state as the gaming state" does not mean that the gaming state of the next game becomes the enemy-determining ART in the ART gaming state, but the RT4 gaming state on the main side. It means that the game state of the sub side becomes the enemy determination ART of the ART game state when shifting to. This point also applies to the following.

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 refers to the ART state lottery table shown in FIG. 89, draws the ART state based on the game state at the time of winning the ART, and sets the lottery result (S446). When this process is completed, the sub CPU 81 ends the CZ / ART lottery process at the time of normal start.

<Apocalypse operation processing>
FIG. 124 is a flowchart showing the apocalypse operation process executed in S423 of the start command reception process shown in FIG. 122.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the apocalypse flag is on (S451). At this time, if it is determined that the apocalypse flag is not on (NO), the sub CPU 81 shifts the processing to S457.

On the other hand, if it is determined in S451 that the apocalypse flag is on (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs an apocalypse lottery based on the current winning mode (S452). Specifically, with reference to the apocalypse operation lottery table of FIG. 67 (C), the addition amount or the subtraction amount of the guaranteed number of times is drawn based on the internal winning combination. Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 updates the current guaranteed number of times based on the lottery result of S452 (S453).

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the guaranteed number of times is 1 or more (S454). When it is determined that the number of legal phases is 1 or more (YES), the sub CPU 81 draws the effect ball, sets it in the apocalypse (S455), and proceeds to the process of S462. Specifically, the sub CPU 81 draws the apocalypse MAP, and draws the effect ball based on the MAP data defined in the apocalypse MAP (see FIGS. 68 to 71). Further, in this process, the sub CPU 81 upgrades the production ball set in the apocalypse with a predetermined probability when the rare role is determined as the internal winning combination.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the guaranteed number of times is not 1 or more (NO), the sub CPU 81 updates the apocalypse flag to off, ends the apocalypse operation (S456), and then proceeds to the process of S462.

Further, if it is determined in S451 that the apocalypse flag is not on (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs an apocalypse lottery based on the current winning mode (S457). Specifically, with reference to the apocalypse operation lottery table of FIGS. 67 (A) and 67 (B), the amount of addition of the guaranteed number of times is drawn based on the internal winning combination. Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 updates the current guaranteed number of times based on the lottery result of S457 (S458).

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the guaranteed number of times is 1 or more (S459). When it is determined that the number of legal phases is 1 or more (YES), the sub CPU 81 turns on the apocalypse flag and starts the operation of the apocalypse (S460). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 draws the production ball and sets it in the apocalypse (S461). Specifically, the sub CPU 81 draws the apocalypse MAP, and draws the effect ball based on the MAP data defined in the apocalypse MAP (see FIGS. 68 to 71).

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 performs a winning mode transition lottery based on the internal winning combination (S462). Specifically, the sub CPU 81 draws the winning mode of the transition destination with reference to the mode transition lottery table shown in FIGS. 62 to 66. Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 sets the lottery result as the winning mode of the next game (S463), and ends the apocalypse operation process.

<High probability game state transition process>
FIG. 125 is a flowchart showing a high-probability game state transition process executed in S425 of the start command reception process shown in FIG. 122.

First, the sub CPU 81 draws avoidance points based on the internal winning combination (S465). Specifically, the sub CPU 81 draws the addition amount of avoidance points with reference to the avoidance table lottery table shown in FIG. 74. Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the lottery of avoidance points has been won, that is, whether or not one or more avoidance points are added (S466). If the game is won (YES), the sub CPU 81 sets an avoidance point based on the lottery result (S467), and ends the high-probability game state transition process. On the other hand, if it is not won (NO), the sub CPU 81 ends the high-probability game state transition process.

<High probability medium production registration process>
FIG. 126 is a flowchart showing a high-probability medium effect registration process executed in S427 of the start command reception process shown in FIG. 122.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the push order bell or push order lip is determined as the internal winning combination (S471). If it is determined that neither the push order bell nor the push order lip is determined as the internal winning combination (NO), the sub CPU 81 ends the high-probability medium effect registration process.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the push order bell or the push order lip is determined as the internal winning combination (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the avoidance point is 1 or more (S472). If it is determined that the avoidance point is not 1 or more (NO), the sub CPU 81 ends the high-probability medium effect registration process.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the avoidance point is 1 or more (YES), the sub CPU 81 sets the navigation data that is the correct answer in the push order (S473). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 subtracts 1 from the avoidance point (S474), and ends the high-probability medium effect registration process.

In this way, in the high-probability gaming state, when the push order bell or push order lip is determined as the internal winning combination, the correct push order is notified based on the avoidance point. For the player, by playing the game according to the notification, the high-probability gaming state can be continued, so that the game can be played with peace of mind. Here, the high-probability gaming state is easier to win the transition lottery to ART than the normal gaming state, and when the correct push order is notified in the high-probability gaming state, the player is in a high-probability gaming state. The benefit of continuing has already been granted. Therefore, when the correct push order is notified in the high-probability game state, the lottery result of the transition lottery in the game may be discarded (invalid). As a result, it is possible to prevent the player's profit from becoming excessive.

<ART lottery processing at the start of CZ>
FIG. 127 is a flowchart showing a CZ start ART lottery process executed in S429 of the start command reception process shown in FIG. 122.

First, the sub CPU 81 updates the number of continuous games of CZ (S481). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not it is the first game of CZ (S482). If it is determined that it is the first game of CZ (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently draws and sets CZ_MAP. Specifically, the sub CPU 81 draws and sets the CZ_MAP used in the CZ with reference to the CZ_MAP lottery table shown in FIG. 76 (S483).

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 determines and sets the initial value of the invalid point (S484). Specifically, the sub CPU 81 determines and sets the initial value of the invalid point with reference to the invalid point lottery table shown in FIG. 78 (A).

If it is determined that it is not the first game of CZ after S484 or in S482 (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently draws the production ball and sets it in the apocalypse (S485). Specifically, the sub CPU 81 draws and sets the effect balls based on the final effect balls currently being set with reference to the CZ medium effect ball lottery table shown in FIG. 79. Further, in this process, the sub CPU 81 rewrites the development ball set in the apocalypse to the avoidance ball when the invalid point is 1 or more.

It is determined whether or not it is the 30th game of CZ (S486). When it is determined that it is the 30th game of CZ (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently sets the enemy determination ART in the ART game state as the game state (S487). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 draws and sets the ART state based on the CZ mode 2 with reference to the ART state lottery table shown in FIG. 89 (S488). After that, the sub CPU 81 ends the ART lottery process at the start of CZ.

On the other hand, if it is determined that it is not the 30th game of CZ (NO), the sub CPU 81 draws and adds invalid points based on the internal winning combination (S489). Specifically, the sub CPU 81 draws an additional amount of invalid points by referring to the invalid point lottery table shown in FIGS. 78 (B) and 78 (C), and adds the added amount to the currently held invalid points.

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the production ball set in the apocalypse in this game is the development ball and the push order bell is determined as the internal winning combination (S490). When any of the conditions is satisfied (YES), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the invalid point is 1 or more (S491). When it is determined that the invalid point is 1 or more (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently subtracts 1 from the invalid point (S492) and sets the current CZ mode notification effect data (S493).

This effect data is, for example, an effect that notifies or suggests that the current CZ mode is 1, and that the CZ mode increases from 0 to 1 in a few more games (for example, a few times). It is the production data for. Specifically, there are production data in which the probability of being set differs depending on whether the CZ mode is 1 or 0, when the CZ mode is increased from 0 to 1 in a game within a predetermined number of times, and when the CZ mode is within a predetermined number of times. This is the effect data in which the probability of being set differs depending on whether the game does not go up from 0 to 1. As a result, the player can guess or grasp the current CZ mode when the invalid point is 1 or more.

On the other hand, in S491, when it is determined that the invalid point is not 1 or more (NO), the sub CPU 81 refers to the ART lottery table in CZ shown in FIG. 80, and shifts to ART based on the current CZ mode (C). ), And the lottery flag is set to on (S494). As described above, during CZ, if the development ball is set and the push order bell is hit, the transition lottery (C) is performed, but if the push order is correct when stopped, the lottery result of the transition lottery (C) becomes invalid. Will be done. The lottery flag is used to determine whether to invalidate or maintain the lottery result when stopped. When the process of S494 is completed, the sub CPU 81 ends the ART lottery process at the start of CZ.

On the other hand, in S490, if any of the conditions is not satisfied (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the effect ball set in the apocalypse in this game is an avoidance ball (NO). S495). When it is determined that the effect ball set in the apocalypse is the avoidance ball in this game (YES), the sub CPU 81 sets the effect data for the current CZ mode notification (S496), and the CZ start ART lottery process. To finish. Further, in S495, even when it is determined (NO) that the effect ball set in the apocalypse in this game is not an avoidance ball, the sub CPU 81 ends the ART lottery process at the start of CZ.

<ART lottery processing during BB>
FIG. 128 is a flowchart showing an ART lottery process in BB executed in S431 of the start command reception process shown in FIG. 122.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the 7-matched lip has been determined as the internal winning combination (S501). When it is determined (YES) that the 7-matched lip has been determined as the internal winning combination, the sub CPU 81 performs a transition lottery (F) to the ART in the BB with reference to the ART lottery table at the start in the BB shown in FIG. .. Referring to FIG. 83, since the transition lottery (F) is always won, the sub CPU 81 sets the ART winning flag to ON (S502). The ART winning flag is information indicating that the ART has been won in the middle of the bonus state, and is referred to at the end of the bonus.

Following S502, or determining in S501 that the 7-matched lip has not been determined as the internal winning combination (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently refers to the BB mode-up lottery table shown in FIGS. 84 and 85. Then, a mode-up lottery is performed based on the internal winning combination (S503). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 sets the BB mode based on the lottery result (S504), and ends the ART lottery process during BB.

<Processing during ART>
FIG. 129 is a flowchart showing an ART processing executed in S433 of the start command reception processing shown in FIG. 122.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the game state is in the enemy determination ART (S511). If it is determined that the enemy is not in the ART (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the battle ART processing shown in FIG. 131 (S517), and ends the ART processing.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the enemy determination ART is in progress (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the determined flag is on (S512). The determined flag is information for determining whether or not the enemy character of the opponent has been determined during the enemy determination ART. When it is determined that the determined flag is not on (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the enemy determination ART in-process (S516) shown in FIG. 130, and ends the ART in-process.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the determined flag is on (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines the HP of the enemy character based on the internal winning combination by referring to the boss power lottery table during the enemy determination ART shown in FIG. (S513). Then, the production data for introducing the enemy character is set (S514). The effect data for introducing the enemy character is, for example, effect data for displaying the boss status shown in FIG. 97. Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 turns off the determined flag, sets the battle ART in the game state of the next game (S515), and ends the processing during ART.

<Processing during enemy decision ART>
FIG. 130 is a flowchart showing the enemy determination ART processing performed in S516 of the ART processing shown in FIG. 129.

First, the sub CPU 81 draws a production ball and sets it in the apocalypse (S521). Specifically, the sub CPU 81 draws the effect balls based on the boss MAP data defined in the boss MAP and the ART state (see FIGS. 90 to 93). Further, in this process, the sub CPU 81 also performs a stock lottery of the ally balls, and if there is stock, rewrites the boss balls set in the apocalypse to the ally balls (see FIG. 94). When the guaranteed number of games that guarantees the number of continuous games of the enemy determination ART is used as described above, the processing of S521 may not be performed between the games for the guaranteed number of games.

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 performs the HP initial set processing of the ally character (S522). In this process, the sub CPU 81 sets the HP of the ally character to the initial value when the HP of the ally character is less than the initial value (HP50).

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the effect ball set in the apocalypse in this game is a boss ball (S523). When it is determined that the boss ball is set (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the bell has been won (S524). At this time, if it is determined that the bell is not won (NO), the sub CPU 81 ends the process during the enemy determination ART. On the other hand, if it is determined that the bell is won (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines the enemy character corresponding to the boss ball as the opponent (S525). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 sets the determined flag to ON (S526), and ends the process during the enemy determination ART.

On the other hand, in S523, when it is determined that the boss ball is not set (that is, the ally ball is set) (NO), the sub CPU 81 refers to the enemy determination ART medium ally power addition lottery table shown in FIG. Based on the winning combination, the HP of the ally character is added to the lottery (S527). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 updates the HP of the ally character based on the lottery result (S528), and ends the process during the enemy determination ART.

<Processing during battle ART>
FIG. 131 is a flowchart showing the battle ART processing executed in S517 of the ART processing shown in FIG. 129.

First, the sub CPU 81 draws a production ball and sets it in the apocalypse (S531). Specifically, the sub CPU 81 draws the production balls based on the battle MAP data defined in the battle MAP (see FIGS. 98 to 102). Further, in this process, the sub CPU 81 also rewrites the enemy ball based on the awakening ball, and when the production ball set in the apocalypse in this game is the awakening ball and is more than the bell winning. , Rewrite the enemy ball set in the apocalypse to a ally ball.

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 performs a damage lottery based on the effect ball and the internal winning combination (S532). Specifically, when the effect ball set in the apocalypse in this game is an enemy ball, the sub CPU 81 performs a damage lottery by referring to the damage lottery table during the battle ART illustrated in FIG. 103. When the effect ball set in the apocalypse in this game is a ally ball or an awakening ball, the damage lottery is performed with reference to the damage lottery table during the battle ART illustrated in FIG. 104.

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 updates the HP of the enemy character or the ally character based on the lottery result (S533). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the HP of the ally character is 0 or less (S534). When it is determined that the HP of the ally character is 0 or less (YES), the sub CPU 81 ends the ART game state, sets the normal game state in the game state of the next game (S535), and ends the process during battle ART.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the HP of the ally character is not 0 or less (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the HP of the enemy character is 0 or less (S536). If it is determined that the HP of the enemy character is not 0 or less (NO), the sub CPU 81 ends the processing during the battle ART. On the other hand, when it is determined that the HP of the enemy character is 0 or less (YES), the sub CPU 81 refers to the ART state lottery table illustrated in FIGS. 105 and 106, and determines the ART state based on the type of the enemy character and the number of continuations. Lottery and setting (S537). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 sets the enemy determination ART in the game state of the next game (S538), and ends the process during the battle ART.

<Processing when receiving a winning operation command>
FIG. 132 is a flowchart showing a winning operation command reception processing executed in S408 of the effect content determination processing shown in FIG. 121.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the gaming state is either a normal gaming state or a high-probability gaming state (S541). When it is determined that the gaming state is either the normal gaming state or the high-probability gaming state (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the normal end CZ / ART lottery shown in FIG. 133 (S542). In this normal end CZ / ART lottery, the transition lottery (A) (D) at the start described above is performed based on the production balls set in the apocalypse in this game.

Following the processing of S542, or when it is determined in S541 that the gaming state is neither the normal gaming state nor the high-probability gaming state (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines that the gaming state is the RT4 gaming state of the normal gaming state. It is determined whether or not there is (S543). When it is determined that the gaming state is the RT4 gaming state of the normal gaming state (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the high-probability transition determination process shown in FIG. 134 (S544). In this high-probability transition determination process, it is determined whether or not it is possible to shift from the RT4 gaming state in the normal gaming state to the high-probability transition state.

Following the processing of S544, or when it is determined in S543 that the gaming state is not the RT4 gaming state of the normal gaming state (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the gaming state is a high-probability gaming state. (S545). When it is determined that the gaming state is a high-probability gaming state (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the high-probability end determination process shown in FIG. 135 (S546). In this high-probability end determination process, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not to end the high-probability gaming state based on the combination of the displayed symbols.

Following the processing of S546 or in S545, if it is determined that the gaming state is not a high-probability gaming state (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the gaming state is CZ (S547). When it is determined that the gaming state is CZ (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently performs the CZ middle lottery result management process shown in FIG. 136 (S548). In this CZ middle lottery result management process, the sub CPU 81 determines whether to maintain or invalidate the above-mentioned transition lottery (C) performed in the middle of the CZ.

When the processing of S548 is completed, or when it is determined that the S547 gaming state is not CZ (NO), the sub CPU 81 ends the processing at the time of receiving the command at the time of winning operation.

<CZ / ART lottery processing at normal end>
FIG. 133 is a flowchart showing a normal end CZ / ART lottery process executed in S542 of the winning command reception process shown in FIG. 132.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the apocalypse flag is on (S551). If it is determined that the apocalypse flag is not on (NO), the sub CPU 81 ends the CZ / ART lottery process at the normal end.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the apocalypse flag is on (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the bell is won or not (S552). If it is determined that the prize is not more than the bell prize (NO), the sub CPU 81 ends the CZ / ART lottery process at the normal end.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the number of prizes is equal to or higher than the bell prize (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently refers to the reel stop ART lottery table shown in FIG. 72, and is based on the production ball set in the apocalypse in this game. The lottery (A) and (D) for transition to CZ and ART are performed (S553).

Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the CZ has been won in this lottery (S554). If the CZ is won (YES), the sub CPU 81 sets the CZ in the game state of the next game (S555), and ends the CZ / ART lottery process at the normal end.

On the other hand, if the CZ is not won (NO), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the ART is won (S556). If the ART is not won (NO), the CZ / ART lottery process is ended at the normal end, while if the ART is won (YES), the sub CPU 81 is in the ART gaming state as the gaming state. Set the enemy decision ART (S557). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 draws the ART state based on the game state at the time of winning the ART with reference to the ART state lottery table shown in FIG. 89, and sets the lottery result (S558). When this process is completed, the sub CPU 81 ends the CZ / ART lottery process at the time of normal termination.

<High probability transition judgment processing>
FIG. 134 is a flowchart showing a high-probability transition determination process executed in S544 of the command reception time process at the time of winning operation shown in FIG. 132.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the bell spilled eye or the RT1 transition lip is displayed (S561). When it is determined that the bell spilled eye or the RT1 transition lip is displayed (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently clears the number of replays and the avoidance point (S562), and ends the high probability transition determination process.

On the other hand, if it is determined that neither the bell spilled eye nor the RT1 transition lip is displayed (NO), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the avoidance point is 1 or more (S563). If it is determined that the avoidance point is 1 or more (YES), the sub CPU 81 sets the high-probability gaming state to the gaming state of the next game (S564). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 clears the number of replays (S565), and ends the high-probability transition determination process.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the avoidance point is not 1 or more (NO), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not a combination of symbols related to the replay other than the RT1 transition lip is displayed (S566). When it is determined (NO) that the combination of symbols related to the replay other than the RT1 transition lip is not displayed, the sub CPU 81 ends the high probability transition determination process. On the other hand, when it is determined that a combination of symbols related to the replay other than the RT1 transition lip is displayed (YES), the sub CPU 81 adds 1 to the number of replays (S567), and ends the high probability transition determination process.

As described above, in the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the main side shifts to the RT4 gaming state during the normal gaming state, the normal gaming state is maintained until the avoidance points are given, and the avoidance points are given. It shifts to a high-probability gaming state. In a gaming machine such as the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, in which the situation of accidentally shifting to the RT4 gaming state is set to the chance section instead of the penalty section, it is necessary to adjust the balance so as not to be too advantageous to the player. In this regard, even if the main side shifts to the RT4 gaming state, the balance of profits of both the player and the game store can be adjusted by treating the game as a normal gaming state until the avoidance points are given. Of course, since it is sufficient to adjust the balance of profits of both sides within the entire gaming machine, it is possible to immediately shift from the normal gaming state to the high-probability gaming state at the stage when the main side shifts to the RT4 gaming state.

<High probability end judgment processing>
FIG. 135 is a flowchart showing a high-probability end determination process executed in S546 of the command reception time process at the time of winning operation shown in FIG. 132.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the bell spilled eye or the RT1 transition lip is displayed (S571). If it is determined that neither the bell spilled eye nor the RT1 transition lip is displayed (NO), the sub CPU 81 ends the high probability end determination process.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the bell spilled eye or the RT1 transition lip is displayed (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently clears the avoidance point (S572). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 sets the normal game state to the game state of the next game (S573), and ends the high probability end determination process.

<CZ middle lottery result management process>
FIG. 136 is a flowchart showing a lottery result management process during CZ executed in S548 of the command reception time process at the time of winning operation shown in FIG. 132.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the lottery flag is on (S581). If it is determined that the lottery flag is not on (NO), the sub CPU 81 ends the lottery result management process during CZ.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the lottery flag is on (YES), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the answer is correct in the pressing order (S582). Specifically, the sub CPU 81 responds to whether or not the stop operation is performed in the push order corresponding to the winning push order bell in S490 of FIG. 127, in other words, "C_CD bell (see FIG. 19)". It is determined whether or not the combination of the symbols displayed is displayed. When it is determined that the correct answer is given in the push order according to the push order bell (YES), the sub CPU 81 discards (invalidates) the lottery result (S583), and ends the CZ middle lottery result management process.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the pressing order according to the pressing order bell is not correct (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the ART has been won (S584). If it is determined that the ART has not been won (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently sets the normal game state to the game state of the next game (S587), and ends the lottery result management process during CZ.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the ART has been won (YES), the sub CPU 81 sets the enemy determination ART in the ART game state as the game state (S585). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 refers to the ART state lottery table shown in FIG. 89, draws the ART state based on the game state at the time of winning the ART, and sets the lottery result (S586). When this process is completed, the sub CPU 81 ends the lottery result management process during CZ.

<Processing when receiving bonus end command>
FIG. 137 is a flowchart showing a bonus end command reception time process executed in S410 of the effect content determination process shown in FIG. 121.

First, the sub CPU 81 refers to the BB end-time ART lottery table shown in FIG. 86, and performs a transition lottery (F) to ART based on the current BB mode (S591). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the ART has been won (S592). If it is determined that the ART has not been won (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the ART winning flag is on (S593). If both S592 and S593 are NO, the sub CPU 81 sets the normal game state to the game state of the next game (S596), and ends the processing at the time of receiving the bonus end command.

On the other hand, if either S592 or S593 is YES, the sub CPU 81 sets the enemy determination ART in the ART game state as the game state (S594). Subsequently, the sub CPU 81 draws the ART state based on the game state at the time of winning the ART with reference to the ART state lottery table shown in FIG. 89, and sets the lottery result (S595). When this process is completed, the sub CPU 81 ends the process when the bonus end command is received.

[Effect of pachislot 1]
The pachislot machine 1 according to the present invention has been described above. According to such a pachislot machine 1, the following effects can be expected.

<Effect of JACIN carried over during bonus status>
In pachislot 1, if any of the JACIN-related roles ("F_JACIN1", "F_JACIN2", "F_JACIN3") is determined as the internal winning combination during the bonus state, until the corresponding symbol combination is displayed (while carrying over). ), It becomes the RT4 game state of the bonus state. In the RT4 game state in this bonus state, JAC1 replays such as "F_J1 upper 7 rip" to "F_J1 cross 7 rip", JAC2 replays such as "F_J2 chance rip 1" to "F_J2 cherry rip", and "F_FJ3" JAC3 replays such as "Chance Lip 1" to "F_J3 Cherry Lip" can be determined as the internal winning combination (see FIGS. 24 and 25).

In the pachi-slot machine 1, the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are stopped and controlled based on the game state and the internal winning combination. For example, if a JAC1 replay is determined as an internal winning combination while "F_JACIN1" is carried over as an internal winning combination, two types of roles, "F_JACIN1" and a JAC1 system replay, are internally included in the game. Similarly, if the replay of the JAC1 system is determined as the internal winning combination while "F_JACIN2" is carried over as the internal winning combination, it will be referred to as "F_JACIN2" in the game. Two types of roles with JAC1 replays have been decided as internal winning roles.

Therefore, in pachislot 1, the stop control can be changed according to the type of the combination related to the JACIN carried over, and when the replay of the JAC1 system to the replay of the JAC3 system is determined as the internal winning combination, the figure is shown in the figure. Stop control is performed so that a combination of symbols having a corresponding relationship shown in 46 is displayed. By using such control to make the privilege (ART) given to the player different, in Pachislot 1, it is possible to make different whether or not to give the privilege according to the type of carry-over role, so that the bonus It is possible to diversify the games in the state and enhance the interest of the games in the bonus state.

Further, as shown in FIG. 46, when the replay of the JAC1 system is determined as the internal winning combination while "F_JACIN1" is carried over as the internal winning combination, "7-matched lip" is displayed and "F_JACIN2" is displayed. If a JAC1 system replay is determined as an internal winning combination while being carried over as an internal winning combination, a "normal lip" is displayed. By making the stop control different between the situation where the privilege is given and the situation where the privilege is not given in this way, it is possible to grasp whether or not the privilege is given from the combination of the displayed symbols. The person becomes strongly interested in the combination of the displayed symbols, and can enhance the interest of the game in the bonus state.

With reference to FIG. 46, the pachislot machine 1 performs stop control capable of displaying "7-matched rip" only when it is a JAC1 system replay, and when it is a JAC2 system replay or a JAC3 system replay, it is ". It is decided to perform stop control that cannot display "7-matched lip". In this regard, even in the case of a JAC2 system replay or a JAC3 system replay, the stop control may be performed so that "7-matched rip" can be displayed. Specifically, when the replay of the JAC2 system is determined as the internal winning combination while "F_JACIN2" is carried over as the internal winning combination, stop control capable of displaying "7-matched lip" is performed and "F_JACIN1" is performed. Or, if the replay of the JAC2 system is determined as the internal winning combination while "F_JACIN3" is carried over as the internal winning combination, stop control is performed so that "7-matched lip" cannot be displayed. Similarly, when the replay of the JAC3 system is determined as the internal winning combination while "F_JACIN3" is carried over as the internal winning combination, stop control capable of displaying "7-matched lip" is performed, and "F_JACIN1" or "F_JACIN1" or " If the replay of the JAC3 system is determined as the internal winning combination while "F_JACIN2" is carried over as the internal winning combination, the stop control in which the "7-matched lip" cannot be displayed is performed.

Then, when "7-matched rip" can be displayed, the transfer lottery (F) to the ART in the bonus state is performed by referring to the ART lottery table at the start during BB shown in FIG. Whether or not to give a privilege can be different depending on the type, and the interest of the game in the bonus state can be enhanced.

In this case, as shown in FIGS. 24 and 25, the probability that the JAC1 system replay, the JAC2 system replay, and the JAC3 system replay are determined as the internal winning combination is different, so that the privilege is granted. It is possible to make a difference in the game, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game in the bonus state.

In addition, the combination relationship between the carry-over combination and the winning combination that can display "7-matched lip" is arbitrary. For example, for JAC1 series replays, the carry-over role that can display "7-matched rip" is only "F_JACIN1", and for JAC2 series replay, the carry-over role that can display "7-matched rip" is set. There are two types, "F_JACIN1" and "F_JACIN2", and for JAC3 series replays, the carry-over roles that can display "7-matched rip" may be all of "F_JACIN1", "F_JACIN2", and "F_JACIN3". Of course, the combination is not limited to such a combination, and any combination may be used.

<Effect of high-probability gaming state>
In pachislot 1, an RT4 gaming state is provided as a high RT state in which the probability that the winning combination related to replay is determined as an internal winning combination is high, and when the transition to ART is won, information on an advantageous stop operation in this RT4 gaming state is notified. By doing so, the ART gaming state is realized (see FIG. 55). In pachislot 1, if the correct answer is given in the push order according to the push order lip during the RT0 game state, the pachislot 1 will shift to the RT4 game state. In Pachislot 1, if you accidentally shift to the RT4 game state due to a stop operation in a situation where you have not won the transition to ART, you will not be treated as a penalty and will shift to ART even in the RT4 game state that accidentally moved. A lottery that is advantageous to the player, such as a lottery, is performed. Since the RT4 game state is a high RT state, it is possible to play the game without consuming medals. Therefore, in Pachislot 1, the RT4 game state that has not won the ART is changed to the transition chance section to the ART. It is possible to enhance the interest in the high RT state where no privilege is given.

In addition, since the lottery for transitioning to ART is performed during the RT4 game state, the strategic nature for the stop operation during the normal game state is increased, and the interest during the normal game state can be enhanced. Specifically, in pachislot machines that accidentally shift to the RT4 gaming state due to a stop operation, the stop operation during the normal gaming state is simple (for example, the first stop operation so as not to receive a penalty). Must be done on the left reel, etc.). In this regard, since the pachislot machine 1 does not impose a penalty during the RT4 gaming state that has been accidentally transferred, the player can freely perform the stop operation during the normal gaming state, and only with the playability during the normal gaming state. The operability can be improved.

Further, in the pachi-slot machine 1, as long as there is an avoidance point, information on an advantageous stop operation in the RT4 gaming state that has accidentally shifted (pushing order for avoiding the shift to the RT1 gaming state) is notified. As a result, when the player accidentally shifts to the RT4 game state, the player does not immediately shift to the normal game state, and for a predetermined period of time, the lottery for the transition to ART can be received with a high probability of winning the replay. ..

By setting the RT4 game state to a high-probability game state with a high probability of winning the transition lottery to ART, the RT4 game state that has been accidentally transferred can be set as a transition chance section to ART, and a privilege is given. It is possible to enhance the interest during the high RT state.

Further, the pachi-slot machine 1 is provided with an RT0 gaming state that can shift to the RT4 gaming state and an RT1 gaming state that cannot shift to the RT4 gaming state as the normal gaming state. In pachislot, it is necessary to adjust the balance between the profit of the player and the profit of the game store so as not to give an excessive profit to either the player or the game store. In this regard, when comparing the pachislot machine 1 according to the present invention in which the accidentally transferred RT4 gaming state is set as the transition chance section to ART and the other gaming machines in which the accidentally shifted RT4 gaming state is set as the penalty section, the comparison portion is concerned. The pachislot machine 1 according to the present invention is more advantageous to the player than other gaming machines. Therefore, in pachislot 1, the balance of profits of both sides can be adjusted by providing the RT1 gaming state that cannot be transferred to the RT4 gaming state. As a result, it is possible to diversify the variables that adjust the profit balance between the two, and it is possible to provide a game machine rich in game playability.

<Effect of apocalypse during normal game state (high probability game state)>
The pachislot machine 1 is provided with a complete-running CZ as a chance zone for ART, and when the apocalypse is activated during the normal gaming state and the high-probability gaming state, a lottery (A) (D) for shifting to the CZ when the reel is stopped is performed. In this transition lottery (A) (D), when the combination of the displayed symbols is "bell winning" or more, there is a probability according to the production balls (lottery balls 1 to 4, confirmed balls) set in the apocalypse. Will be done. By performing the transition lottery (A) and (D) in consideration of not only the content of the production (the production ball set in the apocalypse) but also the combination of the symbols displayed as the result of the game, the game state is transferred. It is possible to intervene the operation of the player with respect to the above, and the fairness of the game can be ensured.

In addition, since the lottery (A) (D) for shifting to CZ when the reels are stopped is performed when the combination of the displayed symbols is "bell winning" or more, the rare role is used as the internal winning role during the apocalypse operation. Even if it is not decided, the player can receive the transition lottery (A) (D). Therefore, as compared with the case where the game state transition lottery is performed based on the rare role, it is possible to give a lot of opportunities to have a sense of expectation, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Further, the operation of the apocalypse ends when the guaranteed number of times becomes 0, but as shown in FIG. 67 (C), this guaranteed number of times is subtracted when the push order bell is won. Therefore, during the apocalypse operation, the player is notified. You will be given the opportunity to receive the transition lottery (A) (D) for the guaranteed number of times (the player can receive the transition lottery (A) (D) by answering correctly in the order of pressing at the opportunity). .. As a result, according to Pachislot 1, it is possible to avoid the situation where there is no chance of receiving the transition lottery (A) (D) during the apocalypse operation, and it is possible to prevent the game from being less enjoyable. it can. In addition, referring to FIG. 67 (C), the guaranteed number of times is subtracted even when the internal winning combination is “off”. In this respect, the guaranteed number of times may not be subtracted in the case of "off", but the guaranteed number of times may be subtracted only in the case of the push order bell, whereby the above-mentioned effect becomes clearer.

<Effect of CZ>
Pachislot 1 is equipped with a complete CZ as a chance zone for ART. In this CZ, if the transition lottery in the middle of the CZ performed at the time of winning the push order bell is maintained, it will end, but even if the transition lottery is performed, if the push order bell is stopped in the correct push order. , The transition lottery becomes invalid and CZ continues. In such a CZ, the player can receive a lottery to shift to ART not only when the push order bell is won but also when the CZ is completed. Therefore, even if the push order bell does not win at all during the CZ, the player Will be given a chance to move to ART, which can improve the interest in CZ.

In addition, in Pachislot 1, since it is decided to give more advantageous benefits (shift to advantageous ART) when the CZ is completed, the player can invalidate the transition lottery in the middle of the CZ that is performed when the push order bell is won. As a result, you will be interested in the combination of displayed symbols, and you can improve the interest in each game in CZ. In addition, for the player, he / she wants to complete the CZ, which is more advantageous, so that he / she can maintain the interest in the CZ until the end.

Further, in pachislot 1, invalid points are given during CZ, and as long as these invalid points remain, the transition lottery in the middle of CZ is invalidated. As a result, it is possible to increase the chances of receiving a more advantageous transition lottery at the time of completing the CZ, and it is possible to improve the interest in the CZ.

Further, the pachislot machine 1 is provided with a plurality of CZ modes having different expectations for winning a transition lottery in the middle of CZ, and only upgrades the CZ mode according to the number of continuous games during CZ. As a result, in pachislot 1, the expectation of ART transition increases as the CZ continues, so the player becomes strongly interested in the combination of symbols displayed in the CZ, and the interest in the CZ. Can be improved.

Further, in the pachi-slot machine 1, when invalid points remain, an effect of suggesting or notifying the current CZ mode is performed. As a result, the player can grasp or infer to what extent the CZ has become advantageous as a result of the continuation of the CZ, and can improve the interest in the CZ. The effect of suggesting or notifying the current CZ mode may be performed regardless of the invalid point. That is, the pachi-slot machine 1 may perform a predetermined effect by comparing the number of games for shifting from the CZ mode 0 defined in CZ_MAP to the CA mode 1 with the number of continuous games for the CZ up to now.

<Effect of BB mode in bonus state>
Pachislot 1 is equipped with a plurality of BB modes having different expectations for winning a lottery for transition to ART in the bonus state, and upgrades the BB mode based on the internal winning combination during the bonus state. In this way, in order to change the probability of winning the transition lottery to ART based on the internal winning combination in the bonus state, the player will have a strong interest in the internal winning combination in each game in the bonus state. , You can enhance the interest during the bonus state.

In particular, in Pachislot 1, in the BB mode with low expectation of winning the transition lottery, the BB mode is upgraded with many winning roles, while in the BB mode with high expectation of winning the transition lottery, there are few kinds of winning roles. You can only upgrade the BB mode. As a result, as the BB mode is upgraded, the types of winning roles to be upgraded to the higher BB mode decrease, but as the BB mode is upgraded, the expectation of winning the transition lottery increases, so the game state gradually increases. It is possible to create a game form that is upgraded to. For the player, instead of being interested in the result of one game in the bonus state, he is interested in the series of game results in the bonus state, which enhances the interest in the bonus state. Can be done.

The BB mode may be upgraded only one step at a time, or a plurality of steps may be upgraded at a time. When controlled so that only one stage can be upgraded, the expectation during stay in the BB mode, which has a low expectation of winning the transition lottery, is lower than when multiple stages can be upgraded at once, and the BB is concerned. Since it is easy to upgrade from the mode, it is easy to create a game form in which the game state is gradually upgraded.

Further, in Pachislot 1, if a JAC2 system replay or a JAC3 system replay is determined as an internal winning combination in the bonus state, it is treated as a "chanlip" according to the type of carryover role carried over as the internal winning combination. There are cases where it is treated as a replay (see FIG. 81). Then, when it is treated as "Chanlip", the BB mode is upgraded, and when it is treated as "Replay", the BB mode is not upgraded. As a result, the games in the bonus state can be diversified, and the interest in the bonus state can be enhanced.

<Enemy decision ART effect>
In pachislot 1, a boss ball is set in the apocalypse during the enemy determination ART, and the enemy character to be played in the battle ART is determined according to the type of the boss ball set when the push order bell is won. Then, during the battle ART, the amount of decrease in the HP of the ally character and the amount of decrease in the HP of the enemy character are changed according to the type of the enemy character. As a result, the result of the game during the enemy determination ART affects whether or not the ART game state is continued, so that the player's interest in the continuation of the ART game state can be maintained over a plurality of games. it can.

Further, in Pachislot 1, both the offensive power and the defensive power are set against the enemy character, so both the amount of decrease in the HP of the ally character and the amount of decrease in the HP of the enemy character are individually set for each enemy character. Can be set. This makes it possible to employ various types of enemy characters, such as enemy characters with high offensive and defensive power, enemy characters with high attack power, and enemy characters with low defense power. The game during the battle ART can be diversified according to the result of the game.

Further, in pachislot 1, the speed is also set for the enemy character, and the frequency of the enemy character's attack during the battle ART is determined based on the speed set for the enemy character. As a result, the game during the battle ART can be further diversified according to the result of the game during the enemy determination ART.

Further, in pachislot 1, the HP of the ally character is added during the enemy determination ART. As a result, when a lot of additions are made, it becomes easier to avoid the HP of the ally character becoming 0 during the battle ART, and the expectation that the ART game state will continue will increase. Become. As a result, not only the game during the battle ART but also the game during the enemy determination ART affects the continuation of the ART game state, so that the player is interested in the continuation of the ART game state multiple times. Can be sustained over.

In Pachislot 1, when the HP of the ally character becomes less than the initial value during the enemy determination ART, the HP of the ally character is set to the initial value. As a result, since the HP of the ally character becomes at least the initial value or more in the subsequent battle ART, it is possible to prevent the HP of the ally character from becoming 0 immediately during the battle ART, and as a result, the continuous ART advantageous state is immediately achieved. It is possible to prevent it from ending.

Further, in pachislot 1, the HP of the ally character in the enemy determination ART is added according to the type of the winning combination determined as the internal winning combination. As a result, for example, when the rare role is determined as the internal winning role, the amount of addition can be increased, so that the rare role is not wasted and the interest during the enemy decision ART is improved. Can be done.

<Effect of Battle ART>
In pachislot 1, enemy balls and ally balls are set in the apocalypse during battle ART, and the HP of the enemy character or ally character is reduced depending on the type of effect ball set when the push order bell is won. Then, if the HP of the enemy character becomes 0 before the HP of the ally character becomes 0, the ART is continued, and if the HP of the ally character becomes 0 first, the ART is terminated. Here, since the internal winning combination is determined according to the start operation of the player, the player will actively participate in the game during the battle ART, and the motivation for the game can be improved. ..

In addition, the target for reducing the HP according to the push order bell differs depending on the production ball set in the apocalypse. Here, since the production balls up to a plurality of destination games are set in the apocalypse, the player can play the game after grasping the set production balls, which is an advantageous timing for the player side. You will want to win the push order bell. As a result, the production ball and the start operation of the player can be strongly linked, and the player can play the game with a sense of tension, so that the interest during the battle ART can be improved.

In addition, since the push order combination that reduces the HP is the winning combination of the notification target during the battle ART, the determination of the push order bell as the internal winning combination affects the profit given during the battle ART. It will be. For example, depending on the game machine, the winning combination that reduces the HP of the ally character may be a replay, and the winning combination that reduces the HP of the enemy character may be a push order bell. However, in such a game machine, the presence or absence of a winning role that affects profits is directly linked to the continuation of ART, and the game becomes monotonous. In this respect, like Pachislot 1, the winning of the push order bell, which affects profits, is made advantageous / disadvantageous according to the set production balls, thereby diversifying the playability during battle ART. It is possible to enhance the interest during the battle ART.

In Pachislot 1, when a so-called rare role is won, the HP of the enemy character is reduced regardless of the set production ball. As a result, it is possible to prevent wasteful pulling of the rare role, and the player expects that the rare role will be decided as the internal winning role during the battle ART, which enhances the interest during the battle ART. Can be done.

Also, in pachislot 1, if four enemy balls are set in a row during battle ART, the ally ball is always set next. As a result, it is possible to prevent the disadvantageous situation for the player from continuing for a long period of time, so that the player can play the game during the battle ART with peace of mind.

[Modification example]
Although the pachi-slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment has been described above, the present invention is not limited to this.

In the pachislot of the above embodiment, when the production ball is set in the apocalypse, it is set on the condition that the internal winning combination is "bell winning" or more, or the combination of the displayed symbols is "bell winning" or more. It is decided to perform lottery etc. based on the production balls that are being played. In this regard, when a production ball is set in the apocalypse, a lottery or the like based on the production ball may be performed regardless of the combination of the internal winning combination and the displayed symbols. In such a pachislot machine, the game balance can be adjusted by adjusting the frequency of setting blanks in the apocalypse.

In the pachislot machine of the above embodiment, the sub-control circuit 42 manages the transition control to the advantageous state (for example, “ART state”), manages the duration of the advantageous state, and notifies (navigates) the notification (navigation) performed during the advantageous state. Although management is performed, one or all of these controls may be performed in the main control circuit 41.

In addition, as the transition control to the advantageous state, for example, the control (transition lottery) relating to the transition to the advantageous state / not to shift can be mentioned. Further, for example, in the case of the pachi-slot machine 1 in which a plurality of states having different winning probabilities are provided in the lottery for transition to the advantageous state, control regarding the transition between the states can also be included in the transition control to the advantageous state.

Further, the management of the duration of the advantageous state is the control regarding the increase / decrease of the HP of the enemy character and the ally character in the case of the above embodiment, and in the case of other pachislot machines, for example, the number of initial games in the advantageous state. Decision, additional control of the number of AT games can be mentioned. Further, for example, in the case of pachislot 1 in which the advantageous state continues with a predetermined probability, a lottery as to whether or not to continue can be included in the management of the duration of the advantageous state.

Depending on the specifications of the gaming machine, the duration of the advantageous state includes the number of unit games in the advantageous state, the number of times the player is notified of information advantageous to the player during the advantageous state, and the number of medals awarded during the advantageous state. , An arbitrary period such as the number of sets when a predetermined number of games (for example, 50 games) is set as one set can be included.

At this time, as for the number of medals given during the advantageous state, a net increase number obtained by subtracting the number of medals used in the game from the number of medals paid out in the same game may be used. In addition, the number of medals awarded during the advantageous state may be calculated based on the medals actually increased during the advantageous state (calculation based on the actual value), and regardless of whether or not the number actually increased. , It may be calculated based on the number of medals that will increase when following the navigation (calculation based on the ideal value). Further, depending on the type of internal winning combination, the number of medals awarded during the advantageous state may not be increased. For example, for some of the winning combinations that are unlikely to be determined as the internal winning combination, or for the combination that shows / hides the combination of symbols according to the timing of the stop operation, the winning combination is determined as the internal winning combination. However, the number of medals awarded during the advantageous state may not be increased or decreased.

Further, the management of the notification (navigation) performed in the advantageous state includes a control of notifying the mode of the stop operation advantageous to the player by the liquid crystal display device 10 or the like.

Further, the mode of the stop operation for notifying the player may be the order of the stop operations (pushing order) in which the combination of symbols advantageous to the player is displayed, and the combination of the symbols is displayed. It may be the timing of the stop operation (design to be aimed at) necessary for this purpose.

In addition, as an advantageous state, the winning operation probability of the internal winning combination related to the re-game is not changed (or changed within a range that does not affect the game playability), and the mode of the stop operation that is advantageous for the player is set. A so-called "AT" for notifying may be used, and a re-game high probability state (replay time) in which the winning probability of the internal winning combination related to the re-game is high is activated, and a stop operation advantageous to the player is performed. The so-called "ART" that notifies the aspect of the above may be used.

Further, in the pachi-slot machine of the above embodiment or various modifications, the effect is determined with a predetermined probability according to the internal winning combination determined by the main control circuit 41, that is, one or a plurality of producings for one internal winning combination. Is to be done. In this respect, the display (notification) uniquely corresponding to the internal winning combination determined by the main control circuit 41 may be performed together with the effect. Specifically, the display having a one-to-one correspondence with the determined internal winning combination may be performed on the above-mentioned 7-segment display 6 or a display unit (not shown) for displaying the internal winning combination. It is preferable that the display of the internal winning combination is performed under the control of the main control circuit 41. By the main control circuit 41 itself notifying the internal winning combination determined by the main control circuit 41 in this way, it is possible to provide a game machine that guarantees fairness.

[Appendix 1]
The pachislot machine 1 of Appendix 1 is as follows.

[Background technology]
Conventionally, when a game medium such as a medal or a coin is inserted (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") by a player and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, in which benefits are given according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there has been known a gaming machine that notifies a player of information that is advantageous to the player, such as information for establishing an internal winning combination, so that the role determined as the internal winning combination is not missed. There is. It should be noted that the notification of information that gives the player an advantage in this way is generally referred to as navigating (navigating), and the period during which the navigating is performed is referred to as AT (assist time). According to a game machine equipped with such an AT function, the number of game media to be paid out to the player is controlled by controlling whether or not to perform navigation, so that the player can use the number of AT games that continue AT ( We hope that the number of navigation games) will increase.

Further, in recent years, a high-probability replay state (RT) has a high probability that a replay (replay) that can be played without inserting a medal is determined as an internal winning combination, triggered by a predetermined condition. A game machine that operates is also known. For example, Patent Document (Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2006-204875) discloses a gaming machine that activates a high-probability replaying state when the bonus state ends.

[Outline of Invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
According to the gaming machine of the patent document, the high-probability re-gaming state is activated after the bonus ends, so that the game can be played without reducing the medals after the bonus ends, but the high-probability re-gaming state always occurs after the bonus ends. , There is a risk that the game during the bonus will become monotonous. Therefore, in a gaming machine that operates a high-probability re-gaming state after the end of the bonus, a mechanism is required in which the game during the bonus does not become monotonous.

The present invention has been made in view of such a demand, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of enhancing the interest of a game in a special gaming state.

[Means to solve problems]
The gaming machine according to the present invention has a plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R) on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, and a symbol display means (for example, a symbol display means) for displaying a part of the plurality of symbols displayed on the reels. , Display window 4), start operation detection means (for example, main control circuit 41, start switch 16S) for detecting start operation by the player, and rotation of the reel based on detection of start operation by the start operation detection means. A symbol changing means (for example, a main control circuit 41, stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R) that changes the symbol by causing the symbol, and a special game in a normal state and a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than in the normal state. An internal lottery table provided corresponding to a plurality of gaming states including a state (for example, a bonus state), a switching means for switching the gaming state (for example, the main control circuit 41) triggered by a predetermined condition, and the above. Based on the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means, the internal winning combination determining means (for example, the main control circuit) that determines the internal winning combination from a plurality of combinations by referring to the internal lottery table corresponding to the current gaming state. 41), a stop operation detecting means (for example, main control circuit 41, stop switch 17S) provided corresponding to the plurality of reels and detecting a stop operation for stopping each reel, and the internal winning combination determination. Based on the internal winning combination determined by the means and the timing at which the stop operation is detected by the stop operation detection means, the rotation of the reel is stopped to stop the fluctuation of the symbol displayed on the symbol display means. The combination of the reel stop control means (for example, the main control circuit 41) to be caused and the symbol stopped on the effective line provided in the symbol display means when the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped by the reel stop control means. Based on this, a winning determination means (for example, a main control circuit 41) for determining whether or not the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means has won is provided, and is provided in response to the special gaming state. When the internal lottery table is determined as an internal winning combination by the internal winning combination determining means, it can be carried over as an internal winning combination during the special gaming state until it is determined that the winning combination has been won by the winning determination means. Any of a plurality of carry-over combinations (for example, F_JACIN1 to 3) can be determined as an internal winning combination, and in the special gaming state, the first carry-over combination (for example, F_JACIN1) among the plurality of carry-over combinations is inside. If it is carried over as a winning role, the above When a predetermined combination (for example, F_J1 upper 7 lip to F_J1 cross 7 lip) is determined as an internal winning combination by the internal winning combination determining means, a privilege (for example, winning the transition lottery of ART) is given and the first carry-over combination is given. When a second carry-over combination (for example, F_JACIN2) different from the above is carried over as the internal winning combination, and the predetermined combination is determined as the internal winning combination, the privilege giving means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) that does not give the privilege ), Is further provided.

The gaming machine according to the present invention can carry over any one of a plurality of carry-over combinations as an internal winning combination during the special gaming state. Then, when the predetermined winning combination is determined as the internal winning combination, the gaming machine according to the present invention grants a privilege if the first carry-over combination is carried over, and does not grant a privilege if the second carry-over combination is carried over. .. As a result, even if the predetermined role is internally won, it is possible to make a difference whether or not the privilege is given according to the type of the carry-over role, so that the game in the special game state can be diversified. , It is possible to enhance the interest of the game during the special game state.

[Appendix 2]
The pachislot machine 1 of Appendix 2 is as follows.

[Background technology]
Conventionally, when a game medium such as a medal or a coin is inserted (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") by a player and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, in which benefits are given according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there has been known a gaming machine that notifies a player of information that is advantageous to the player, such as information for establishing an internal winning combination, so that the role determined as the internal winning combination is not missed. There is. It should be noted that the notification of information that gives the player an advantage in this way is generally referred to as navigating (navigating), and the period during which the navigating is performed is referred to as AT (assist time). In a gaming machine equipped with such an AT function, a high-probability replay state (RT: replay time) in which the probability that a replay (replay) is determined as an internal winning combination is high for notification of information advantageous to the player. ), It is also common to realize an advantageous state (ART) that is advantageous to the player.

By the way, in a gaming machine having an ART function, even when the transition to an advantageous state is not determined, the player may operate the re-gaming state with a high probability by the stop operation of the player. In this regard, in the patent document (Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2010-233721), when the transition to the advantageous state is not determined, the information advantageous to the player is not notified during the high-probability replay state, and the information is high. It is described that the control for falling from the stochastic replay state to the normal state is performed.

[Outline of Invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
Here, the control of falling from the high-probability re-gaming state to the normal state when the transition to the advantageous state is not determined is used as a so-called penalty, and the high-probability re-gaming state is accidentally caused by the player's stop operation. When the operation of is performed, it is common that the lottery for transition to an advantageous state is not performed.

However, even though the gaming state is a high-probability re-gaming state, if the transition to the advantageous state is not performed, the RT in the high-probability re-gaming state in which the privilege is not given (for example, RT during ART non-winning) Middle) lacks in fun.

The present invention has been made in view of such a problem, and an object of the present invention is to provide a game machine for improving the interest of a game to which no privilege is given.

[Means to solve problems]

The gaming machine according to the present invention has a normal state in which the probability that the replay related to the re-game is determined as the internal winning combination is low (for example, the RT0 gaming state or the RT1 gaming state) and the probability that the replay is determined as the internal winning combination. A gaming machine having a high RT state (for example, RT4 gaming state) higher than the normal state, and a plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R) on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, and the reels. A symbol display means (for example, a display window 4) for displaying a part of a plurality of displayed symbols, a start operation detection means for detecting a start operation by a player (for example, a main control circuit 41, a start switch 16S), and Based on the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means, the symbol variation means (for example, the main control circuit 41, the stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R) that changes the symbol by rotating the reel, and the start operation detection. Based on the detection of the start operation by the means, the first symbol combination (for example, RT4 transition lip) or the second symbol combination (for example, RT1 transition lip) is determined according to the order of the stop operation when the internal winning combination is determined. The first push order combination (for example, push order lip) that can be stopped and displayed, and the third symbol combination (for example, bell spilled eye) or the fourth symbol combination according to the order of the stop operation when determined as the internal winning combination. The internal winning combination has a predetermined probability from a plurality of combinations including the second pressing order combination (for example, the pressing order bell) in which the symbol combination (for example, the combination of symbols displayed when the pressing order is correct) can be stopped and displayed. An internal winning combination determining means (for example, main control circuit 41) for determining the above, and a stop operation detecting means (for example, main control) provided corresponding to the plurality of reels and detecting a stop operation for stopping each reel. By stopping the rotation of the reel based on the circuit 41, the stop switch 17S), the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means, and the timing at which the stop operation is detected by the stop operation detecting means. The symbol is based on the reel stop control means (for example, the main control circuit 41) for stopping the fluctuation of the symbol displayed on the symbol display means and the reel stop control means stopping the fluctuation of the symbol. The determination means (for example, the main control circuit 41) for determining the combination of the symbols stopped on the effective line provided in the display means, and the determination means according to the first push order combination during the normal state. It is determined that the first symbol combination of the first symbol combination and the second symbol combination has stopped. Once determined, the RT start means (for example, the main control circuit 41) that shifts the gaming state from the normal state to the high RT state, and the determination means during the high RT state serve as the second push order. When it is determined that the third symbol combination of the third symbol combination and the fourth symbol combination corresponding to the above has stopped, the gaming state is shifted from the high RT state to the normal state, and the gaming state is shifted to the third symbol combination. When it is determined that the symbol combination of No. 4 has stopped, the RT termination means (for example, the main control circuit 41) for maintaining the high RT state and a predetermined lottery (for example, for example) performed during the normal state or the high RT state. , ART transition lottery), a specific effect state transition means (for example, a sub-control circuit) that shifts the effect state related to the game to a specific effect state (for example, an ART game state) that notifies information of an advantageous stop operation. 42) and, when the RT starting means shifts the gaming state to the high RT state in a non-winning state in the predetermined lottery, the fourth push order combination is determined as the internal winning combination. Notification number determination means (for example, sub-control circuit) for determining the number of notifications (for example, the number of guarantees) for notifying the information of the stop operation required to stop the symbol combination of (for example, the push order of the correct answer to the push order bell). 42) and when the specific effect state transition means shifts to the specific effect state, the first symbol combination is stopped when the first push order combination is determined as the internal winning combination during the normal state. In addition to notifying the information of the stop operation necessary for the above, the information of the advantageous stop operation during the high RT state is also notified, and the second push order during the high RT state of non-winning the predetermined lottery. When the combination is determined as the internal winning combination, the notification means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42, the liquid crystal display device 10) that notifies the information of the stop operation advantageous only for the number of notifications determined by the notification number determination means. It is characterized by being prepared.

The gaming machine according to the present invention has a normal state in which the probability that the replay related to the replay is determined as the internal winning combination is low and a high RT state in which the probability that the replay is determined as the internal winning combination is high. It is possible to realize an advantageous gaming state (so-called ART) for the player by notifying the information of the advantageous stop operation in the specific effect state inside. Here, since the transition to the specific effect state is performed by winning not only the predetermined lottery performed in the normal state but also the predetermined lottery performed in the high RT state, the predetermined lottery is won. Even if it shifts to the high RT state without it, it can be expected to shift to the specific production state after that. As a result, according to the gaming machine according to the present invention, a high RT state that has not won a predetermined lottery can be set as a transition chance section to an advantageous gaming state (so-called ART), and a privilege is given. No (not winning a predetermined lottery) It is possible to enhance the interest during a high RT state.

In addition, since a predetermined lottery is performed during the high RT state, the strategicity for the stop operation in the normal state is increased, and the interest in the normal state can be enhanced. That is, in the game property that imposes a penalty in a high RT state where no privilege is given as in a conventional game machine, the stop operation in the normal state is simple (for example, the first stop operation is performed so as not to receive a penalty). You have to do it for the left reel, etc.). In this respect, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, since a predetermined lottery is performed without imposing a penalty in the high RT state, the player can freely perform the stop operation in the normal state, and the player can freely perform the stop operation in the normal state. Not only playability but also operability can be improved.

Further, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, when the third symbol combination corresponding to the second push order combination is stopped during the high RT state, the high RT state is terminated and the gaming state is shifted to the normal state. When shifting to the high RT state without winning the lottery, information on advantageous stop operations (for example, necessary for stopping the fourth symbol combination when the second push order combination is determined as the internal winning combination). Information on stop operation) is notified a predetermined number of times. As a result, when the player accidentally shifts to the high RT state due to the player's stop operation, the high RT state does not immediately shift to the normal state, and a predetermined lottery is received with a high probability of winning the replay. be able to.

[Appendix 3]
The pachislot machine 1 in Appendix 3 is as follows.

[Background technology]
Conventionally, when a game medium such as a medal or a coin is inserted (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") by a player and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, in which benefits are given according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there has been known a gaming machine that notifies a player of information that is advantageous to the player, such as information for establishing an internal winning combination, so that the role determined as the internal winning combination is not missed. There is. It should be noted that the notification of information that gives the player an advantage in this way is generally referred to as navigating (navigating), and the period during which the navigating is performed is referred to as AT (assist time). In a gaming machine equipped with such an AT function, a high-probability replay state (RT: replay time) in which the probability that a replay (replay) is determined as an internal winning combination is high for notification of information advantageous to the player. ), It is also common to realize an advantageous state (ART) that is advantageous to the player.

By the way, in a game machine equipped with an ART function, a chance zone with a high expectation of transition to the ART state is provided, and if a specific condition is satisfied in this chance zone, control is performed to shift to the ART state with a high probability. .. For example, in the patent document (Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2013-048945), when a specific symbol combination (RT operation symbol 1) is aimed in the chance zone (CZ) and a specific symbol combination is displayed, the replay is internal. A gaming machine that controls the transition to a high RT with a high probability as a winning combination is disclosed.

[Outline of Invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
In such a patented gaming machine, the player's interest in the chance zone will be focused on whether or not a particular symbol combination is displayed. By the way, whether or not a specific symbol combination is displayed depends on the result of the internal lottery, so depending on the player, there is a possibility that the specific symbol combination will be displayed in the chance zone. May not be obtained, or the chances of such a possibility may be extremely small. In such a case, the player may not be able to obtain any chance even though he / she has moved to the chance zone, and the interest of the game may be lowered.

The present invention has been made in view of such a problem, and provides a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of a game during a predetermined period of time, which triggers a transition to an advantageous state advantageous for the player. The purpose is.

[Means to solve problems]
The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine having a normal state (for example, a general gaming state) and an advantageous state (for example, an ART gaming state) that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state as a state for playing a game. A plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R) on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, and a symbol display means (for example, a display window 4) for displaying a part of the plurality of symbols displayed on the reels. And, based on the start operation detection means (for example, main control circuit 41, start switch 16S) for detecting the start operation by the player and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means, the symbol is rotated by rotating the reel. Based on the symbol changing means (for example, main control circuit 41, stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R) and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means, the order of the stop operations when determined as the internal winning combination. The first symbol combination (for example, the combination of symbols displayed when the push order is correct) or the second symbol combination (for example, bell spilled eyes) can be stopped and displayed according to the push order combination (for example, push order bell). An internal winning combination determining means (for example, a main control circuit 41) that determines an internal winning combination with a predetermined probability from a plurality of winning combinations including the above, and for stopping each reel provided corresponding to the plurality of reels. The stop operation was detected by the stop operation detecting means (for example, the main control circuit 41, the stop switch 17S) for detecting the stop operation, the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means, and the stopping operation detecting means. Based on the timing, the reel stop control means (for example, the main control circuit 41) that stops the fluctuation of the symbol displayed on the symbol display means by stopping the rotation of the reel, and the reel stop control means. Whether or not the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means has won a prize based on the combination of the stopped symbols on the effective line provided on the symbol display means when the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped. An advantageous state lottery state (for example, CZ) in which a winning determination means (for example, a main control circuit 41, a stop switch 17S) and a transition lottery for whether or not to shift to the advantageous state are performed with a predetermined condition as an opportunity. ) Is determined by the lottery state starting means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) and the internal winning combination determining means in the advantageous state lottery state, and the pushing order combination is determined as the internal winning combination to shift to the advantageous state. The first transition lottery (for example, in the middle of CZ) that determines that with a predetermined probability A second transition lottery (for example,) in which a transition lottery to the ART to be performed is performed, and when a predetermined number of unit games (for example, 30 games) have elapsed in the advantageous state lottery state, the transition to the advantageous state is determined with a specific probability. The first symbol combination is displayed on the effective line in the unit game in which the advantageous state lottery means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) that performs the transition lottery to ART performed when the CZ is completed and the first transition lottery is performed. Then, regardless of the result of the transition lottery to the advantageous state, the first transition lottery is invalidated, and when the second symbol combination is displayed on the valid line in the unit game, the first transition lottery is performed. In the lottery result management means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) for maintaining the lottery result and the advantageous state lottery state, the first transition lottery is performed, and the lottery result management means of the first transition lottery. When the lottery result is maintained, or when the predetermined number of unit games have elapsed, the lottery state ending means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) that ends the advantageous state lottery state, and the first transition lottery or the first (2) When it is determined by the transition lottery to shift to the advantageous state, the advantageous state transition means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) for shifting the state of playing the game to the advantageous state is provided, and the advantageous state transition means is provided. Is determined to shift to the advantageous state by the second transition lottery, and is more advantageous than the case where it is determined to shift to the advantageous state by the first transition lottery (for example, more advantageous). It is characterized by shifting to an ART game state (ART game state).

According to the gaming machine according to the present invention, in the advantageous state lottery state (chance zone) in which the transition lottery to the advantageous state advantageous for the player is performed, the push order combination is determined as the internal winning combination. Perform a transition lottery. Then, this advantageous state lottery state ends when the first transition lottery is performed and the lottery result of the first transition lottery is maintained, or when a predetermined number of unit games have elapsed. In this way, the gaming machine that performs the transition lottery to the advantageous state based on the internal winning combination may not be able to receive the first transition lottery at all during the advantageous state lottery state depending on the player, but it relates to the present invention. In the game machine, when a predetermined number of unit games have elapsed in the advantageous state lottery state, the second transition lottery is performed. As a result, even if the push order combination is not determined as the internal winning combination in the advantageous state lottery state, the lottery for shifting to the advantageous state can always be received, so that the interest in the advantageous state lottery state can be improved. ..

Further, according to the gaming machine according to the present invention, the first lottery is performed when the push order combination is determined as the internal winning combination, but when the first symbol combination is displayed as a result of the stop operation, the first transition lottery is performed. The result of the first transition lottery is maintained when the second symbol combination is displayed. According to such control, the player is also interested in the symbol combination displayed in the game in which the push order combination is determined as the internal winning combination, and thus the interest in each game during the advantageous state lottery state. Can be improved. In particular, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, the advantageous state of shifting through the second transition lottery is a more advantageous state than the advantageous state of shifting through the first transition lottery, so that the player can use the second symbol. It is desired that a predetermined number of unit games elapse without the combination being displayed (the first transition lottery is maintained and the advantageous state lottery state ends), and the interest in the advantageous state lottery state can be maintained until the end. it can.

[Appendix 4]
The pachislot machine 1 of Appendix 4 is as follows.

[Background technology]
Conventionally, when a game medium such as a medal or a coin is inserted (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") by a player and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, in which benefits are given according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there has been known a gaming machine that notifies a player of information that is advantageous to the player, such as information for establishing an internal winning combination, so that the role determined as the internal winning combination is not missed. There is. It should be noted that the notification of information that gives the player an advantage in this way is generally referred to as navigating (navigating), and the period during which the navigating is performed is referred to as AT (assist time). In a gaming machine equipped with such an AT function, a high-probability replay state (RT: replay time) in which the probability that a replay (replay) is determined as an internal winning combination is high for notification of information advantageous to the player. ), It is also common to realize an advantageous state (ART) that is advantageous to the player.

In addition, many ideas have been made to diversify the opportunity to shift to the advantageous state (ART). For example, in the patent document (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2003-126369), a specific role (7 in BB) is included in the bonus. A game machine that shifts to an advantageous state after the end of the bonus is disclosed when the internal winning is made.

[Outline of Invention]
[Problems that Ming is trying to solve]
However, in the gaming machine of the patent document, since the transition lottery to the advantageous state is performed based on the result of one internal lottery during a predetermined period (during the bonus), the game tends to be monotonous, and there is a sense of expectation regarding the transition to the advantageous state. There was a problem that it was difficult to hold. In addition, since the winning probability is generally kept low for the specific role that triggers the transition to the advantageous state, it is not possible to expect to win during the predetermined period, and this is the trigger for the transition to the advantageous state. There is also a risk of spoiling the interest of the game for a predetermined period.

The present invention has been made in view of such a problem, and provides a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of a game during a predetermined period of time, which triggers a transition to an advantageous state advantageous for the player. The purpose is.

[Means to solve problems]
The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine having a normal state (for example, a general gaming state) and an advantageous state (for example, an ART gaming state) that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state as a state for playing a game. A plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R) on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, and a symbol display means (for example, a display window 4) for displaying a part of the plurality of symbols displayed on the reels. And the symbol by rotating the reel based on the start operation detecting means (for example, the main control circuit 41, the start switch 16S) for detecting the start operation by the player and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detecting means. Based on the symbol changing means (for example, main control circuit 41, stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R) and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means, there is a predetermined probability of an internal winning combination from among a plurality of combinations. An internal winning combination determining means (for example, main control circuit 41) for determining the above, and a stop operation detecting means (for example, main control) provided corresponding to the plurality of reels and detecting a stop operation for stopping each reel. By stopping the rotation of the reel based on the circuit 41, the stop switch 17S), the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means, and the timing at which the stop operation is detected by the stop operation detecting means. The reel stop control means (for example, the main control circuit 41) for stopping the fluctuation of the symbol displayed on the symbol display means, and the symbol display means when the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped by the reel stop control means. Winning determination means (for example, main control circuit 41) for determining whether or not the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means has won a prize based on the combination of symbols stopped on the effective line provided on the reels. Then, triggered by a predetermined condition (for example, the operation of the BB), an advantageous state lottery state (for example, a bonus state) is started in which a transition lottery for whether or not to shift to the advantageous state is performed, and the advantageous state lottery state is set. The game state control means (for example, the main control circuit 41) that terminates the advantageous state lottery state and the game state control means are in the advantageous state when a specific condition (for example, 59 medals are paid out) is triggered. When the lottery state is finished, the advantageous state lottery means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) that draws whether or not to shift to the advantageous state, and the lottery of the advantageous state lottery means, the state in which the game is performed is described. Advantageous state start means for shifting to advantageous state (for example, sub-control) The circuit 42) is provided, and the advantageous state lottery state is a first lottery state (for example, BB mode 0) having the lowest probability of winning the transition lottery by the advantageous state lottery means, and the probability is the first lottery. A plurality of lottery states including a second lottery state (eg, BB mode 1) that is higher than the state, and a third lottery state (eg, BB mode 2) that has a higher probability than the first lottery state and the second lottery state. A lottery state transition means (for example, a lottery state transition means) having a lottery state (for example, BB mode) and in the advantageous state lottery state, transitioning a plurality of the lottery states based on the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means. The sub-control circuit 42) is further provided, and the lottery state transition means serves as an internal winning combination of any of the first combination and the second combination including the first combination and the second combination in the first lottery state. When determined, the lottery state is transitioned from the first lottery state to the second lottery state, and in the second lottery state, the first combination of the plurality of combinations is included and the second combination is not included. A gaming machine characterized in that when any of the second numbers, which is less than the first number, is determined as the internal winning combination, the lottery state is changed from the second lottery state to the third lottery state.

In the gaming machine according to the present invention, a transition lottery is performed to determine whether or not to shift to the advantageous state at the end of the advantageous state lottery state. At this time, the gaming machine according to the present invention has a plurality of lottery states including a first lottery state, a second lottery state, and a third lottery state in which the probability of winning the transition lottery is different, and the inside in the advantageous state lottery state. A plurality of lottery states are transitioned based on the winning combination. As a result, the probability of winning the transition lottery can be changed based on the internal winning combination, so that the player has a strong interest in the internal winning combination in each game during the advantageous state lottery state, which is advantageous. State It is possible to enhance the interest during the lottery state.

In particular, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, from the first lottery state to the second lottery state in which the probability of winning the transition lottery is higher, any one of the first combination and the first number of combinations including the second combination is internally won. A second number that transitions when determined as a combination and is less than the first number that includes the first combination and does not include the second combination from the second lottery state to the third lottery state where the probability of winning the transition lottery is higher. Transitions when any of the roles of is determined as an internal winning role. As a result, as the lottery state changes, the types of roles that trigger the transition to a higher lottery state decrease, but the probability of winning the transition lottery increases with the transition of the lottery state. It is possible to create a game form in which the state is gradually upgraded. For the player, instead of being interested in the result of one internal lottery during the advantageous state lottery state, he is interested in a series of internal lottery results during the advantageous state lottery state, which is an advantageous state. It is possible to enhance the interest during the lottery state.

[Appendix 5]
The pachislot machine 1 of Appendix 5 is as follows.

[Background technology]
Conventionally, when a game medium such as a medal or a coin is inserted (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") by a player and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, in which benefits are given according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there has been known a gaming machine that notifies a player of information that is advantageous to the player, such as information for establishing an internal winning combination, so that the role determined as the internal winning combination is not missed. There is. It should be noted that the notification of information that gives the player an advantage in this way is generally referred to as navigating (navigating), and the period during which the navigating is performed is referred to as AT (assist time). In a gaming machine equipped with such an AT function, a high-probability replay state (RT: replay time) in which the probability that a replay (replay) is determined as an internal winning combination is high for notification of information advantageous to the player. ), It is also common to realize an advantageous state (ART) that is advantageous to the player.

By the way, since the game in the advantageous state tends to be monotonous, in recent years, attempts to diversify the game playability in the advantageous state have been widely made. For example, in the patent document (Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2005-152165), a free game is played when a predetermined condition is satisfied, and the number of fighter symbols stopped and displayed as a result of the free game is displayed on a liquid crystal display. By setting the number of remaining fighters on the player side of the shooting game displayed above, the game machines with various production and payout forms are disclosed.

[Outline of Invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in the game machine of the patent document, since the free game and the production (shooting game) are automatically progressed under the control of the game machine side, the progress of the game by the player cannot be reflected in the production content. , The player could not actively participate in the game.

The present invention has been made in view of such a problem, and provides a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of a game in an advantageous state by actively participating the player in the game. The purpose is.

[Means to solve problems]
The gaming machine according to the present invention has a normal state (for example, a general gaming state) and an advantageous state (for example, a battle ART in an ART gaming state) that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state as a state for playing a game. A gaming machine, a plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R) on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, and a symbol display means (for example, display) for displaying a part of the plurality of symbols displayed on the reels. The reel is rotated based on the window 4), the start operation detecting means for detecting the start operation by the player (for example, the main control circuit 41, the start switch 16S), and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detecting means. Based on the symbol changing means (for example, main control circuit 41, stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R) for changing the symbol and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means, with a predetermined probability from a plurality of combinations. An internal winning combination determining means (for example, a main control circuit 41) for determining an internal winning combination, and a stop operation detecting means (for example, a stop operation detecting means provided corresponding to the plurality of reels and detecting a stop operation for stopping each reel). , Main control circuit 41, stop switch 17S), the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means, and the timing at which the stop operation is detected by the stop operation detecting means, the rotation of the reel is stopped. When the reel stop control means (for example, the main control circuit 41) that stops the fluctuation of the symbol displayed on the symbol display means and the reel stop control means stop the fluctuation of the symbol, the above Winning determination means (for example, main control) for determining whether or not the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means has won a prize based on the combination of symbols stopped on the effective line provided in the symbol display means. The circuit 41), the advantageous state starting means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) that starts the advantageous state triggered by a predetermined condition, and the predetermined combination (for example, the push order bell) in the advantageous state serve as the internal winning combination. Once determined, with a notification means (for example, sub-control circuit 42, liquid crystal display device 10) for notifying information on a stop operation advantageous to the player (for example, information for displaying a combination of symbols having a large number of payouts). Prior to the start of the advantageous state, the numerical determination means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) for determining the first numerical information (for example, the HP of the ally character) and the second numerical information (for example, the HP of the enemy character) , From the current game to the game a predetermined number of times ahead during the advantageous state The effect information registration means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) for registering the effect information (for example, the effect ball) in the plurality of games (for example, setting in the apocalypse displayed on the liquid crystal display device 10) and the effect information When the predetermined combination is determined as the internal winning combination in the game in which the first effect information (for example, an enemy ball) is registered, the first predetermined value is subtracted from the first numerical information, and the effect information is also used. When the predetermined combination is determined as the internal winning combination in the game in which the second effect information (for example, a ally ball) is registered, the numerical update means (for example, sub) for subtracting the second predetermined value from the second numerical information. As a result of subtraction of the control circuit 42) and the numerical value updating means, the advantageous state is terminated when the first numerical value information is less than the threshold value, and the advantageous state is newly started when the second numerical value information is less than the threshold value. It is characterized by including an advantageous state control means (for example, a sub-control circuit 42).

According to the gaming machine according to the present invention, during the advantageous state, the first numerical information and the second numerical information are subtracted based on the effect information and the internal winning combination, and the second numerical information is performed before the first numerical information becomes less than the threshold value. If the numerical information can be less than the threshold value, the advantageous state is continued. Here, since the internal winning combination is determined according to the start operation of the player, the player will actively participate in the game in the advantageous state, and the motivation for the game can be improved. ..

Further, even when the predetermined combination is determined as the internal winning combination, the target to be subtracted (first numerical information or second numerical information) differs depending on the effect information registered in the game. For the player, since the first numerical information is subtracted in the state where the first production information is registered, the winning of the predetermined combination is not desired, and conversely, when the second production information is registered. Will want to win the prescribed role. Here, since the effect information is registered for a plurality of games from the current game to the game a predetermined number of times ahead, the player can play the game after grasping the effect information registered in advance. It is desired that the player wins the predetermined role at a timing advantageous to the player side (the second production information is registered). As a result, the registered production information and the start operation of the player can be strongly linked, and the player can play the game with a sense of tension, so that the interest in the advantageous state can be improved. it can.

In addition, since the predetermined combination for subtracting the first numerical information or the second numerical information is the combination to be notified, the determination of the predetermined combination as the internal winning combination affects the profit given during the advantageous state. Will give. For example, depending on the game machine, the role for which the first numerical information is subtracted is set as the first role (replay, etc.) that does not affect the profit, and the role for which the second numerical information is subtracted is the first role that affects the profit. It is also possible to have two roles (bell, etc.). In such a game machine, the presence or absence of a winning second role that affects profits is directly linked to the continuation of the advantageous state, and the game becomes monotonous. In this respect, as in the game machine according to the present invention, the winning of the predetermined role that affects the profit is made advantageous / disadvantageous according to the registered production information, so that the game playability in the advantageous state can be improved. It can be diversified and can enhance the interest in an advantageous state.

[Appendix 6]
The pachislot machine 1 of Appendix 6 is as follows.

[Background technology]
Conventionally, when a game medium such as a medal or a coin is inserted (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") by a player and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, in which benefits are given according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there has been known a gaming machine that notifies a player of information that is advantageous to the player, such as information for establishing an internal winning combination, so that the role determined as the internal winning combination is not missed. There is. It should be noted that the notification of information that gives the player an advantage in this way is generally referred to as navigating (navigating), and the period during which the navigating is performed is referred to as AT (assist time). In a gaming machine equipped with such an AT function, a high-probability replay state (RT: replay time) in which the probability that a replay (replay) is determined as an internal winning combination is high for notification of information advantageous to the player. ), It is also common to realize an advantageous state (ART) that is advantageous to the player.

By the way, in a gaming machine having a plurality of gaming states, it is common to shift the gaming state based on the winning or winning of a so-called rare role such as watermelon or cherry. For example, in the patent document (Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2013-048945), RT operation symbols 1 and 2 displayed when cherries 1, 2 and 3 are determined as internal winning combinations are displayed during a predetermined period. As a result, it is disclosed that the gaming state is shifted to a gaming state that is advantageous to the player. Here, since the internal winning combination is determined according to the start operation of the player, the operation of the player is reflected in the result of the game by shifting the game state based on the result of the internal lottery as in the patent document. It is possible to realize the playability in which the player actively participates in the game.

[Outline of Invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, since so-called rare roles such as watermelon and cherry have a low winning probability, when the gaming state is changed depending on the presence or absence of winning of a rare role as in the game machine of the patent document, depending on the player, even once during the period. There is a possibility that you will not get a chance, and the interest of the game may be reduced.

On the other hand, it is conceivable that the game state is changed regardless of the operation of the player, but in such a game machine, the game progresses according to the operation of the player, which is different from the original game property of the pachislot machine. Since decisions that affect the profits to be given will be made, the suitability as a pachislot machine may be lacking and the fairness of the game may be impaired.

The present invention has been made in view of such a problem, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of shifting to a gaming state rich in game playability while associating with the result of the game.

[Means to solve problems]
The gaming machine according to the present invention has, as states for playing a game, a normal state (for example, a normal gaming state) and an advantageous state (for example, an ART gaming state) that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state and the normal state. A gaming machine having a chance zone (for example, CZ) having a high probability of shifting to the advantageous state, and a plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R) on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, and the reels. A symbol display means (for example, a display window 4) for displaying a part of a plurality of symbols displayed on the above, and a start operation detection means (for example, a main control circuit 41, a start switch 16S) for detecting a start operation by a player. The symbol changing means (for example, main control circuit 41, stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R) that changes the symbol by rotating the reel based on the detection of the start operation by the start operation detecting means, and the start operation. Based on the detection of the start operation by the detection means, the first symbol combination (for example, the combination of symbols displayed when the push order is correct) or the second symbol is determined according to the order of the stop operations when the internal winning combination is determined. The combination (for example, the combination of symbols displayed when the push order is incorrect) is stopped. The internal winning combination is determined with a predetermined probability from a plurality of combinations including the push order combination (for example, the push order bell) that can be displayed. Winning combination determining means (for example, main control circuit 41) and stop operation detecting means (for example, main control circuit 41, stop) provided corresponding to the plurality of reels and detecting a stop operation for stopping each reel. The symbol display means by stopping the rotation of the reel based on the switch 17S), the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means, and the timing at which the stop operation is detected by the stop operation detecting means. The reel stop control means (for example, the main control circuit 41) for stopping the fluctuation of the symbol displayed on the symbol and the symbol display means are provided when the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped by the reel stop control means. The winning determination means (for example, the main control circuit 41) for determining whether or not the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means has won a prize based on the combination of the symbols stopped on the effective line, and the normal When a predetermined condition (for example, winning the apocalypse lottery) is satisfied in the state, the lottery state starting means (for example, the normal game state during the apocalypse operation) for starting the CZ lottery state (for example, the normal gaming state during the apocalypse operation) for performing the transition lottery to the chance zone is performed. During the sub-control circuit 42) and the CZ lottery state, a predetermined number of times from the current game The effect information registration means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) for registering the effect information (for example, the effect balls such as the lottery balls 1 to 4 and the fixed balls) in a plurality of games up to the next game, and the effect information When the first symbol combination is displayed on the valid line in the registered game, the CZ lottery that shifts to the chance zone with a probability according to the effect information registered for the game is performed. Based on the means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42, the ART lottery table when the reel is stopped in FIG. 72) and the result of the transition lottery of the CZ lottery means, the gaming state control means for shifting the gaming state to the chance zone (for example, The sub-control circuit 42) and the lottery state ending means for ending the CZ lottery state when the push order combination is determined a predetermined number of times as the internal winning combination (for example, when the guaranteed number of times becomes 0) during the CZ lottery state. (For example, the sub-control circuit 42).

According to the game machine according to the present invention, the game state is shifted from the CZ lottery state to the chance zone based on the effect information registered in advance for a predetermined number of games including the current game. Here, since the production information is registered regardless of the operation of the player, simply shifting the game state based on the production information lacks suitability as a game machine and impairs the fairness of the game. There is a risk that it will end up. In this respect, in the game machine according to the present invention, not only the effect information registered for each game but also the combination of the symbols displayed in the game is taken into consideration to shift the game state. As a result, the operation of the player can be intervened in the transition of the game state, and the fairness of the game can be ensured.

Here, since the first symbol combination that triggers the transition of the game state is a combination of symbols displayed when the push order combination is determined as the internal winning combination, the above-mentioned rare combination is transferred to the gaming state. Compared to the case where it is an opportunity, it is possible to give the player more opportunities to have a sense of expectation regarding the transition to the gaming state. That is, in the first symbol combination that requires not only winning as an internal winning combination but also the order of stop operations, the winning probability can be set higher than that of the rare winning combination, so that an opportunity to have a sense of expectation (push). It is possible to give a lot of (determined as an internal winning role), and improve the interest of the game.

Further, in the game machine according to the present invention, the game state transition lottery is performed with a probability according to the effect information registered for the game in which the first symbol combination is displayed, so that the player can operate the game. The transition of the gaming state can be performed in various ways while associating with the result of the accompanying game. As a result, according to the gaming machine according to the present invention, it is possible to shift the gaming state in a manner rich in game play while associating it with the result of the game.

Further, in the game machine according to the present invention, the CZ lottery state is terminated when the push order combination is determined a predetermined number of times as the internal winning combination during the CZ lottery state. By using the push order combination that triggers the transition of the game state to the end condition of the CZ lottery state in this way, the player is given a predetermined number of opportunities to receive the transition lottery during the CZ lottery state. As a result, the player can avoid the situation where he / she has no chance to receive the transition lottery, and can prevent the interest of the game from being lowered.

[Appendix 7]
The pachislot machine 1 of Appendix 7 is as follows.

[Background technology]
Conventionally, when a game medium such as a medal or a coin is inserted (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") by a player and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, in which benefits are given according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there has been known a gaming machine that notifies a player of information that is advantageous to the player, such as information for establishing an internal winning combination, so that the role determined as the internal winning combination is not missed. There is. It should be noted that the notification of information that gives the player an advantage in this way is generally referred to as navigating (navigating), and the period during which the navigating is performed is referred to as AT (assist time). In a gaming machine equipped with such an AT function, a high-probability replay state (RT: replay time) in which the probability that a replay (replay) is determined as an internal winning combination is high for notification of information advantageous to the player. ), It is also common to realize an advantageous state (ART) that is advantageous to the player.

By the way, in a game machine equipped with an ART function, a chance zone with a high expectation of transition to the ART state is provided, and if a specific condition is satisfied in this chance zone, control is performed to shift to the ART state with a high probability. .. For example, in the patent document (Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2013-048945), when a specific symbol combination (RT operation symbol 1) is aimed in the chance zone (CZ) and a specific symbol combination is displayed, the replay is internal. A gaming machine that controls the transition to a high RT with a high probability as a winning combination is disclosed.

[Outline of Invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
In such a patented gaming machine, the player's interest in the chance zone will be focused on whether or not a particular symbol combination is displayed. By the way, whether or not a specific symbol combination is displayed depends on the result of the internal lottery, so depending on the player, there is a possibility that the specific symbol combination will be displayed in the chance zone. May not be obtained, or the chances of such a possibility may be extremely small. In such a case, the player may not be able to obtain any chance even though he / she has moved to the chance zone, and the interest of the game may be lowered.

The present invention has been made in view of such a problem, and provides a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of a game during a predetermined period of time, which triggers a transition to an advantageous state advantageous for the player. The purpose is.

[Means to solve problems]
The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine having a normal state (for example, a general gaming state) and an advantageous state (for example, an ART gaming state) that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state as a state for playing a game. A plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R) on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, and a symbol display means (for example, a display window 4) for displaying a part of the plurality of symbols displayed on the reels. And the symbol by rotating the reel based on the start operation detecting means (for example, the main control circuit 41, the start switch 16S) for detecting the start operation by the player and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detecting means. Based on the symbol changing means (for example, main control circuit 41, stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R) and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means, the internal winning combination is performed with a predetermined probability from a plurality of combinations. An internal winning combination determining means (for example, main control circuit 41) for determining, and a stop operation detecting means (for example, main control circuit) provided corresponding to the plurality of reels and detecting a stop operation for stopping each reel. 41, the stop switch 17S), the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means, and the timing at which the stop operation is detected by the stop operation detecting means, thereby stopping the rotation of the reel. When the reel stop control means (for example, the main control circuit 41) for stopping the fluctuation of the symbol displayed on the symbol display means and the reel stop control means stop the fluctuation of the symbol, the symbol display means is used. With a winning determination means (for example, main control circuit 41) that determines whether or not the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means has won a prize based on the combination of symbols stopped on the provided effective line. , The lottery state start means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) for starting the advantageous state lottery state (for example, CZ) for performing the transition lottery for whether or not to shift to the advantageous state, triggered by a predetermined condition, and the shift. A mode transition means (eg, secondary) that shifts the winning mode (for example, CZ mode) that defines the probability of deciding to shift to the advantageous state in the lottery based on the number of unit games elapsed in the advantageous state lottery state. When a predetermined combination (for example, a push order bell) is determined as the internal winning combination by the control circuit 42) and the internal winning combination determining means in the advantageous state lottery state, the transition lottery is performed based on the current winning mode. Advantageous state to perform Lottery means (for example, sub-system) When the transition lottery is performed by the circuit 42) and the advantageous state lottery means, the lottery state ending means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) that ends the advantageous state lottery state and the transition lottery bring the transition lottery to the advantageous state. When it is decided to shift, the mode transition means includes an advantageous state transition means (for example, a sub-control circuit 42) that shifts the state in which the game is performed to the advantageous state, and the mode transition means elapses in the advantageous state lottery state. Based on the number of unit games played, the first mode having the lowest probability (for example, CZ mode 0) is shifted to the second mode (for example, CZ mode 1) having a higher probability than the first mode, and When the number of unit games elapsed in the advantageous state lottery state reaches a predetermined number of times (for example, 30 times), the mode shifts to the third mode (for example, CZ mode 2) having the highest probability, and the lottery state start means When the advantageous state lottery state is started, the transition time determining means (for example, CZ_MAP, sub-control circuit 42), which determines the number of unit games to be shifted from the first mode to the second mode by the mode transition means, is further added. It is characterized by being prepared.

According to the gaming machine according to the present invention, in the advantageous state lottery state (chance zone) in which the transition lottery to the advantageous state advantageous for the player is performed, the transition lottery is performed when the predetermined combination is determined as the internal winning combination. When the transition lottery is performed, the advantageous state lottery state is terminated. Here, in a game machine that performs a transition lottery to an advantageous state based on an internal winning combination, depending on the player, the transition lottery may not be received at all during the advantageous state lottery state, but the gaming machine according to the present invention. Then, as the advantageous state lottery state continues, the winning mode that defines the probability of winning the transition lottery goes up, and it becomes easier to win the transition lottery. In such a game machine, contrary to the conventional game machine, it is advantageous for the player that the predetermined winning combination is not determined as the internal winning combination during the advantageous state lottery state, and the game in the advantageous state lottery state is conventionally performed. It is possible to have no playability, and it is possible to improve the interest during the advantageous state lottery state.

Further, according to the gaming machine according to the present invention, when the advantageous state lottery state starts, the number of unit games for shifting the winning mode from the first mode to the second mode is determined. As a result, the timing at which the winning mode goes up to the advantageous mode for the player is different for each advantageous state lottery state, so that the games in the advantageous state lottery state can be diversified, and the game in the advantageous state lottery state can be diversified. You can improve your interest.

[Appendix 8]
The pachislot machine 1 of Appendix 8 is as follows.

[Background technology]
Conventionally, when a game medium such as a medal or a coin is inserted (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") by a player and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, in which benefits are given according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there has been known a gaming machine that notifies a player of information that is advantageous to the player, such as information for establishing an internal winning combination, so that the role determined as the internal winning combination is not missed. There is. It should be noted that the notification of information that gives the player an advantage in this way is generally referred to as navigating (navigating), and the period during which the navigating is performed is referred to as AT (assist time). Further, a game machine that performs AT in a high-probability replay time (RT) in which the probability that replay (replay) is determined as an internal winning combination is high is sometimes called an ART machine or the like.

According to a game machine equipped with such an AT function and an ART function, the number of game media to be paid out to the player is controlled by controlling whether or not to perform navigation, so that the player can perform the AT or ART. You will want the period to last for a long time.

Therefore, in recent years, various measures have been taken to increase the period of AT and ART. For example, in the patent document (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2010-057732), watermelon, cherry, etc. are specified as internal winning roles. A game machine that increases the number of AT games when the role of is determined is disclosed. According to this game machine, since the number of AT games increases according to the internal winning combination, the player pays attention to the result of the internal winning combination and plays the game, which improves the interest of the game.

[Outline of Invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in the gaming machine of the patent document, since the number of AT games is simply increased based on the internal winning combination, the game playability tends to be monotonous, and the player's expectation for the continuation of AT and ART is high. Concentrating only on one game, the player's expectations could not be sustained.

The present invention has been made in view of such a problem, and provides a gaming machine capable of sustaining a player's interest in continuing an advantageous state (AT, ART, etc.) over a plurality of games. The purpose is.

[Means to solve problems]
The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine having a normal state (for example, a general gaming state) and an advantageous state (for example, an ART gaming state) that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state as a state for playing a game. A plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R) on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, and a symbol display means (for example, a display window 4) for displaying a part of the plurality of symbols displayed on the reels. And the symbol by rotating the reel based on the start operation detecting means (for example, the main control circuit 41, the start switch 16S) for detecting the start operation by the player and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detecting means. Based on the symbol changing means (for example, main control circuit 41, stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R) and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means, there is a predetermined probability of an internal winning combination from among a plurality of combinations. An internal winning combination determining means (for example, main control circuit 41) for determining the above, and a stop operation detecting means (for example, main control) provided corresponding to the plurality of reels and detecting a stop operation for stopping each reel. By stopping the rotation of the reel based on the circuit 41, the stop switch 17S), the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means, and the timing at which the stop operation is detected by the stop operation detecting means. The reel stop control means (for example, the main control circuit 41) for stopping the fluctuation of the symbol displayed on the symbol display means, and the symbol display means when the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped by the reel stop control means. Winning determination means (for example, main control circuit 41) for determining whether or not the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means has won a prize based on the combination of symbols stopped on the effective line provided on the reels. And, triggered by a predetermined condition, the advantage of starting the advantageous state including the first advantageous state (for example, enemy determination ART) and the second advantageous state (for example, battle ART) performed following the first advantageous state. The state start means (for example, the sub control circuit 42), the first advantageous state control means (for example, the sub control circuit 42) that controls the progress of the game in the first advantageous state, and the progress of the game in the second advantageous state. The first advantageous state control means includes a second advantageous state control means (for example, a sub-control circuit 42) for controlling the above, and the first advantageous state control means is a plurality of games from the current game to a predetermined number of times ahead during the first advantageous state. The first effect information registration means (for example, for example) for registering the effect information (for example, the effect ball) in the number of games. In a game in which any one of a plurality of types of first effect information (for example, boss balls 1 to 8) is registered as the sub-control circuit 42) and the effect information, the first advantageous state is terminated and the first effect state is completed. The second advantageous state start means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) for starting the two advantageous states is provided, and the second advantageous state control means is a game a predetermined number of times ahead of the current game during the second advantageous state. The second effect information registration means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) for registering the effect information (for example, the effect ball) in the games up to a plurality of times, and the second effect information (for example, the enemy ball) are registered as the effect information. From the first numerical information (for example, the HP of the ally character) in the game being played, the first according to the type of the first effect information (for example, the attack power of the enemy character) registered at the end of the first advantageous state. At the end of the first advantageous state, the first numerical value is subtracted from the second numerical information (for example, the HP of the enemy character) in the game in which the third effect information (for example, a ally ball) is registered as the effect information. Numerical value subtracting means (for example, sub-control circuit 42) for subtracting the second numerical value according to the registered type of the first effect information (for example, the defense power of the enemy character) and the subtraction result of the numerical value subtracting means. When the first numerical information becomes less than the threshold value, the advantageous state is terminated, and when the second numerical information becomes less than the threshold value, the first advantageous state is newly started (for example, a sub-control circuit). 42) and.

According to the gaming machine according to the present invention, the advantageous state ends when the first numerical information becomes less than the threshold value, and continues when the second numerical information becomes less than the threshold value before the first numerical information becomes less than the threshold value. Here, since the subtraction of the first numerical information and the second numerical information is performed based on the effect information registered for each game in the second advantageous state, whether or not the advantageous state continues is determined by a plurality of games. It will be different depending on the game result of. Therefore, according to the gaming machine according to the present invention, the player's interest in the continuation of the advantageous state can be maintained over a plurality of games.

In addition, the effect information for subtracting the numerical information is registered in advance not only for the current game but also for a plurality of games from the current game to the game a predetermined number of times ahead. For the player, it is possible to grasp the flow of the subsequent game from the contents of the production information registered in advance up to the game multiple times ahead, and the player will be interested not only in the current game but also in the subsequent game. , It is possible to improve the interest in the advantageous state.

At this time, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, the subtraction amount of the numerical information is made different according to the type of the first effect information registered at the end of the first advantageous state. As a result, not only the result of the game in the first advantageous state but also the result of the game in the first advantageous state affects the presence or absence of the continuation of the advantageous state, so that the player is interested in the continuation of the advantageous state multiple times. It can be sustained throughout the game. Further, by separately determining the subtraction amount of the first numerical value information (first numerical value) and the subtraction amount of the second numerical value (second numerical value), for example, both the subtraction amount of the first numerical value information and the second numerical value information can be obtained. The amount of subtraction of the first numerical information can be made large / small, and the amount of subtraction of the second numerical information can be made small / large, so that the games in the second advantageous state can be varied. Can be transformed into. As a result, according to the gaming machine according to the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest in the advantageous state.

[Appendix 9]
The pachislot machine 1 of Appendix 9 is as follows.

[Background technology]
Conventionally, when a game medium such as a medal or a coin is inserted (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") by a player and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, in which benefits are given according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there has been known a gaming machine that notifies a player of information that is advantageous to the player, such as information for establishing an internal winning combination, so that the role determined as the internal winning combination is not missed. There is. It should be noted that the notification of information that gives the player an advantage in this way is generally referred to as navigating (navigating), and the period during which the navigating is performed is referred to as AT (assist time). Further, a game machine that performs AT in a high-probability replay time (RT) in which the probability that replay (replay) is determined as an internal winning combination is high is sometimes called an ART machine or the like.

According to a game machine equipped with such an AT function and an ART function, the number of game media to be paid out to the player is controlled by controlling whether or not to perform navigation, so that the player can perform the AT or ART. You will want the period to last for a long time.

Therefore, in recent years, various measures have been taken to increase the period of AT and ART. For example, in the patent document (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2010-057732), watermelon, cherry, etc. are specified as internal winning roles. A game machine that increases the number of AT games when the role of is determined is disclosed. According to this game machine, since the number of AT games increases according to the internal winning combination, the player pays attention to the result of the internal winning combination and plays the game, which improves the interest of the game.

[Outline of Invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in the game machine of the patent document, since the number of AT games is simply increased based on the internal winning combination, the game playability tends to be monotonous, and the player's expectation for the continuation of AT and ART is high. Concentrating only on one game, the player's expectations could not be sustained.

The present invention has been made in view of such a problem, and provides a gaming machine capable of sustaining a player's interest in continuing an advantageous state (AT, ART, etc.) over a plurality of games. The purpose is.

[Means to solve problems]
The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine having a normal state (for example, a general gaming state) and an advantageous state (for example, an ART gaming state) that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state as a state for playing a game. A plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R) on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, and a symbol display means (for example, a display window 4) for displaying a part of the plurality of symbols displayed on the reels. And the symbol by rotating the reel based on the start operation detecting means (for example, the main control circuit 41, the start switch 16S) for detecting the start operation by the player and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detecting means. Based on the symbol changing means (for example, main control circuit 41, stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R) and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means, there is a predetermined probability of an internal winning combination from among a plurality of combinations. An internal winning combination determining means (for example, main control circuit 41) for determining the above, and a stop operation detecting means (for example, main control) provided corresponding to the plurality of reels and detecting a stop operation for stopping each reel. By stopping the rotation of the reel based on the circuit 41, the stop switch 17S), the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means, and the timing at which the stop operation is detected by the stop operation detecting means. The reel stop control means (for example, the main control circuit 41) for stopping the fluctuation of the symbol displayed on the symbol display means, and the symbol display means when the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped by the reel stop control means. Winning determination means (for example, main control circuit 41) for determining whether or not the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means has won a prize based on the combination of symbols stopped on the effective line provided on the reels. And, triggered by a predetermined condition, the advantage of starting the advantageous state including the first advantageous state (for example, enemy determination ART) and the second advantageous state (for example, battle ART) performed following the first advantageous state. The state start means (for example, the sub control circuit 42), the first advantageous state control means (for example, the sub control circuit 42) that controls the progress of the game in the first advantageous state, and the progress of the game in the second advantageous state. The first advantageous state control means includes a second advantageous state control means (for example, a sub-control circuit 42) for controlling the above, and the first advantageous state control means is a plurality of games from the current game to a predetermined number of times ahead during the first advantageous state. The first effect information registration means (for example, for example) for registering the effect information (for example, the effect ball) in the number of games. Sub-control circuit 42) and a numerical addition means (for example, a numerical addition means (for example) that adds a predetermined number to the first numerical information (for example, HP of a ally character) in a game in which the first effect information (for example, a ally ball) is registered as the effect information. For example, in a game in which the sub-control circuit 42) and the second effect information (for example, a boss ball) are registered as the effect information, the first advantageous state is ended and the second advantageous state is started. A state starting means (for example, a sub-control circuit 42) is provided, and the second advantageous state control means provides effect information in a plurality of games from the current game to a predetermined number of times ahead during the second advantageous state. In a game in which a second effect information registration means (for example, a sub-control circuit 42) for registering (for example, an effect ball) and a third effect information (for example, an enemy ball) are registered as the effect information, the first numerical value The first predetermined value is subtracted from the information, and the second predetermined value is subtracted from the second numerical information (for example, the HP of the enemy character) in the game in which the fourth effect information (for example, a ally ball) is registered as the effect information. When the numerical value subtracting means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) for subtracting the numerical value is less than the threshold value as a result of the subtraction of the numerical value subtracting means, the advantageous state is terminated and the second numerical value information is the threshold value. It is characterized by including an advantageous state continuation determining means (for example, a sub-control circuit 42) that newly starts the first advantageous state when the value becomes less than.

According to the gaming machine according to the present invention, the advantageous state ends when the first numerical information becomes less than the threshold value, and continues when the second numerical information becomes less than the threshold value before the first numerical information becomes less than the threshold value. Here, since the subtraction of the first numerical information and the second numerical information is performed based on the effect information registered for each game in the second advantageous state, whether or not the advantageous state continues is determined by a plurality of games. It will be different depending on the game result of. Therefore, according to the gaming machine according to the present invention, the player's interest in the continuation of the advantageous state can be maintained over a plurality of games.

In addition, the effect information for subtracting the numerical information is registered in advance not only for the current game but also for a plurality of games from the current game to the game a predetermined number of times ahead. For the player, it is possible to grasp the flow of the subsequent game from the contents of the production information registered in advance up to the game multiple times ahead, and the player will be interested not only in the current game but also in the subsequent game. , It is possible to improve the interest in the advantageous state.

At this time, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, the first numerical information that triggers the end of the advantageous state is added based on the first effect information registered during the first advantageous state. By adding a large amount of the first numerical information during the first advantageous state, it is possible to prevent the first numerical information from decreasing to less than the threshold value in the subsequent second advantageous state. As a result, not only the result of the game in the first advantageous state but also the result of the game in the first advantageous state affects the continuation of the advantageous state. Can be sustained.

[Appendix 10]
The pachislot machine 1 of Appendix 10 is as follows.

[Background technology]
Conventionally, when a game medium such as a medal or a coin is inserted (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") by a player and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, in which benefits are given according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there has been known a gaming machine that notifies a player of information that is advantageous to the player, such as information for establishing an internal winning combination, so that the role determined as the internal winning combination is not missed. There is. It should be noted that the notification of information that gives the player an advantage in this way is generally referred to as navigating (navigating), and the period during which the navigating is performed is referred to as AT (assist time). Further, a game machine that performs AT in a high-probability replay time (RT) in which the probability that replay (replay) is determined as an internal winning combination is high is sometimes called an ART machine or the like.

According to a game machine equipped with such an AT function and an ART function, the number of game media to be paid out to the player is controlled by controlling whether or not to perform navigation, so that the player can perform the AT or ART. You will want the period to last for a long time.

Therefore, in recent years, various measures have been taken to increase the period of AT and ART. For example, in the patent document (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2010-057732), watermelon, cherry, etc. are specified as internal winning roles. A game machine that increases the number of AT games when the role of is determined is disclosed. According to this game machine, since the number of AT games increases according to the internal winning combination, the player pays attention to the result of the internal winning combination and plays the game, which improves the interest of the game.

[Outline of Invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in the game machine of the patent document, since the number of AT games is simply increased based on the internal winning combination, the game playability tends to be monotonous, and the player's expectation for the continuation of AT and ART is high. Concentrating only on one game, the player's expectations could not be sustained.

The present invention has been made in view of such a problem, and provides a gaming machine capable of sustaining a player's interest in continuing an advantageous state (AT, ART, etc.) over a plurality of games. The purpose is.

[Means to solve problems]
The gaming machine according to the present invention has a normal state (for example, a general gaming state) and an advantageous state (for example, a battle ART in an ART gaming state) that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state as a state for playing a game. A gaming machine, a plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R) on which a plurality of symbols are displayed, and a symbol display means (for example, display) for displaying a part of the plurality of symbols displayed on the reels. The reel is rotated based on the window 4), the start operation detecting means for detecting the start operation by the player (for example, the main control circuit 41, the start switch 16S), and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detecting means. Based on the symbol changing means (for example, main control circuit 41, stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R) for changing the symbol and the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means, with a predetermined probability from a plurality of combinations. An internal winning combination determining means (for example, a main control circuit 41) for determining an internal winning combination, and a stop operation detecting means (for example, a stop operation detecting means provided corresponding to the plurality of reels and detecting a stop operation for stopping each reel). , Main control circuit 41, stop switch 17S), the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means, and the timing at which the stop operation is detected by the stop operation detecting means, the rotation of the reel is stopped. When the reel stop control means (for example, the main control circuit 41) that stops the fluctuation of the symbol displayed on the symbol display means and the reel stop control means stop the fluctuation of the symbol, the above Winning determination means (for example, main control) for determining whether or not the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means has won a prize based on the combination of symbols stopped on the effective line provided in the symbol display means. The circuit 41), the advantageous state starting means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) that starts the advantageous state triggered by a predetermined condition, and the first numerical information (for example, the ally character) prior to the start of the advantageous state. HP) and the second numerical information (for example, the HP of the enemy character) and the determination means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42), and a plurality of times from the current game to the game a predetermined number of times ahead during the advantageous state. In the game in which the effect information registration means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) for registering the effect information (for example, the effect ball) in the game and the first effect information (for example, the enemy ball) are registered as the effect information, the first 1 Subtract the first predetermined value from the numerical information, and perform the second performance as the production information. Numerical value updating means (for example, sub-control circuit 42) for subtracting a second predetermined value from the second numerical value information in a game in which output information (for example, ally ball) is registered, and the result of subtraction of the numerical value updating means. When the first numerical information becomes less than the threshold value, the advantageous state is terminated, and when the second numerical information becomes less than the threshold value, the advantageous state control means (for example, the sub-control circuit 42) newly starts the advantageous state. When the first effect information is continuously registered a specific number of times (for example, four times) as the effect information in the plurality of times of the game, the effect information registration means is the first one that is continuous a specific number of times. The second effect information is registered as the effect information following the effect information.

According to the gaming machine according to the present invention, the advantageous state ends when the first numerical information becomes less than the threshold value, and continues when the second numerical information becomes less than the threshold value before the first numerical information becomes less than the threshold value. Here, since the subtraction of the first numerical value information and the second numerical value information is performed based on the effect information registered for each game, whether or not the advantageous state continues depends on the game result of a plurality of games. It will be different. Therefore, according to the gaming machine according to the present invention, the player's interest in the continuation of the advantageous state can be maintained over a plurality of games.

In addition, the effect information for subtracting the numerical information is registered in advance not only for the current game but also for a plurality of games from the current game to the game a predetermined number of times ahead. For the player, it is possible to grasp the flow of the subsequent game from the contents of the production information registered in advance up to the game multiple times ahead, and the player will be interested not only in the current game but also in the subsequent game. , It is possible to improve the interest in the advantageous state.

At this time, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, when the first effect information that triggers the end of the advantageous state is continuously registered a specific number of times, the second effect that triggers the continuation of the advantageous state as the subsequent effect information. Register the information. As a result, it is possible to prevent the disadvantageous situation for the player from continuing for a long period of time, so that the player can play the game in the advantageous state with peace of mind.

1 ... Pachislot, 3L ... Left reel, 3C ... Middle reel, 3R ... Right reel, 4 ... Display window, 17L ... Left stop button, 17C ... Middle stop button, 17R ... Right stop button, 22 ... Movable decorative member (movable role) Things), 41 ... main control circuit, 42 ... sub control circuit, 51 ... main CPU, 81 ... sub CPU

Claims (3)

A gaming machine having a normal state and an advantageous gaming state that is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state.
Oite to the normal state, and advantageously game start means to transfer the gaming state to the advantageous game state from the normal state and a predetermined condition is satisfied,
Oite the advantageous gaming state, a first specific embodiment according to the specific combination and the first game state to the normal state from the advantageous gaming state when the specific embodiments have been displayed in the second particular embodiment And the advantageous game ending means for maintaining the advantageous game state when the second specific aspect is displayed.
When the first lottery performed in the normal state and the advantageous gaming state is won , the privilege granting means for granting the privilege to the player and the privilege granting means.
With
The advantageous gaming state has a high probability state as an internal state in which the probability of winning the first lottery is high.
A high-probability state transition means for shifting to the high-probability state when the second lottery performed in the advantageous gaming state, which has shifted to the first lottery in a non-winning state, is won.
When the advantageous game ending means shifts the gaming state from the advantageous gaming state to the normal state, the high-probability state ending means for ending the high-probability state and the high-probability state ending means.
When the second lottery is won, the notification number determination means for determining the number of notifications for notifying the information of the stop operation necessary for displaying the second specific mode when the specific combination is won , and
And informing means for informing information of the stop operation required for displaying the second specific embodiment only the notice frequency of the notification number determination means has determined,
With more
The notification number determination means can determine a different number of times depending on whether or not a predetermined combination has been won before winning the second lottery in the advantageous gaming state in which the first lottery has been transferred to the first lottery in a non-winning state. gaming machine, characterized in that it. In the advantageous gaming state in which the notification number determination means shifts to the first lottery in a non-winning state, if the predetermined winning combination is won before the second lottery is won, the predetermined winning combination is won. It is possible to determine more times than if not
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the gaming machine is characterized in that. The second lottery is based on the internal winning combination,
In the advantageous gaming state shifted to the first lottery in a non-winning state, if the second predetermined combination is won before the predetermined combination is won, the second lottery is not won, but the predetermined combination is used. The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein if the second predetermined combination is won after winning, it is possible to win the second lottery .