JP6786206B2 - Slot machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention is provided with a variable display unit capable of variablely displaying a plurality of types of identification information, each of which can be identified, and after variable display of the variable display unit, the variable display of the variable display unit is stopped to derive a display result. , The present invention relates to a slot machine capable of generating a prize according to the display result.

A slot machine generally has a variable display unit having reels on which a plurality of types of symbols are drawn as identification information on the outer peripheral portion, and a start switch is operated in a state where a specified number of bets is set. When the reel starts to rotate and the stop switch is operated to stop the rotation of the reel, a predetermined symbol combination on the winning line (for example, 7-7-7, hereinafter, the symbol combination is displayed as a combination of display results, or A prize is generated by deriving a role).

The types of roles include small roles, special roles, and replay roles. Here, when the display result corresponding to the small winning combination is derived on the winning line, a fixed number of medals are paid out for each type of small winning combination. When the display result corresponding to the special role is derived on the winning line, the gaming state can be shifted to a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player, such as a regular bonus or a big bonus. When the display result corresponding to the replay combination is derived on the winning line, the next game can be played without consuming a new medal for setting the bet number.

In such slot machines, during RT, the operation procedure is notified when the navigation point that is the right to be controlled by the AT that is notified of the operation procedure of the stop switch is given, while the operation procedure is notified. There was a slot machine in which the operation procedure was not notified when the navigation point was not given.

Japanese Patent No. 5542346

In the slot machine described in Patent Document 1, when a suggestion effect suggesting whether or not a navigation point is given is executed, it is suggested by the suggestion effect whether or not a navigation point is given. Nevertheless, the player recognizes whether or not the navigation point has been given depending on whether or not the operation procedure is notified. For example, if the operation procedure is notified during the suggestion effect, the player recognizes that the navigation point has been given, and the player's expectation due to the suggestion effect is lowered.

The present invention has been conceived in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a slot machine that prevents a player's expectation due to a suggestion effect from being lowered by notification of an operation procedure. ..

Equipped with a variable display unit that can variablely display multiple types of identification information that can be identified by each.
In a slot machine in which a display result can be derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit after variable display of the variable display unit and a prize can be generated according to the display result.
Predetermining means to determine the display result that allows derivation,
Derivation operation means operated by the player to derive the display result,
A derivation control means that controls the derivation of the display result according to the determination result of the prior determination means and the operation of the derivation operation means.
Granting decision means to decide whether or not to grant benefits,
A notification means for notifying the operation procedure of the derivation operation means, and
Specific state control means that controls to a specific state,
When it is decided whether or not to grant the privilege during the specific state, the suggestion effect executing means for executing the suggestion effect suggesting whether or not the privilege is granted is provided.
The determination result of the prior determination means includes an end determination result in which the derivation of the end display result suggesting that the privilege is not granted by being derived is allowed.
When the determination result of the prior determination means becomes the end determination result during the suggestion effect, the notification means avoids the derivation of the end display result with a probability of 100% when the privilege is given. While notifying the operation procedure to be performed, when the privilege is not given, the operation procedure for avoiding the derivation of the end display result is notified with a predetermined probability of less than 100%.
The slot machine may have the following configuration.
(1) A variable display unit capable of variablely displaying a plurality of types of identification information, each of which can be identified, is provided.
In a slot machine (for example, slot machine 1) in which a display result is derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit after the variable display unit is variablely displayed and a prize can be generated according to the display result.
Predetermining means for determining the display result that allows derivation (for example, a process of executing an internal lottery by the main control unit 41),
Derivation operation means (for example, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R) operated by the player to derive the display result, and
A derivation control means (for example, a process of executing reel control by the main control unit 41) that controls to derive a display result according to a determination result of the predetermining means and an operation of the derivation operation means.
Grant determination means (for example, a process of executing an AT lottery by the main control unit 41) for determining whether or not to grant a privilege (for example, navigation stock), and
A notification means for notifying the operation procedure of the derivation operation means (for example, a process of executing a navigation effect by the sub control unit 91) and
Specific state control means for controlling to a specific state (for example, CZ) (for example, processing for controlling to CZ by the main control unit 41),
When it is decided whether or not to grant the privilege during the specific state, a suggestion effect execution means (for example, a sub) that executes a suggestion effect (for example, a fanning effect) suggesting whether or not the privilege is granted is executed. (Processing to execute the fanning effect by the control unit 91)
In the determination result of the prior determination means, the end display result (for example, the symbol combination of the missed items 1 to 3) is allowed to be derived (for example, the end determination result) in which the control to the specific state ends by being derived. , Push order bell winning) is included,
When the determination result of the prior determination means becomes the end determination result during the suggestion effect, the notification means can notify an operation procedure for avoiding the derivation of the end display result regardless of whether or not the privilege is given. (For example, as shown in t7 of FIG. 21, when the push order bell is won during the fanning effect, the navigation effect of avoiding the fall can be executed regardless of whether or not the AT is won).

According to such a configuration, when the end decision result is obtained during the suggestion effect, the operation procedure for avoiding the derivation of the end display result can be notified regardless of whether or not the privilege is given. Therefore, the operation procedure is not notified or the operation procedure is not notified. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player's expectation from being lowered due to the suggestion effect due to the notification of the operation procedure.

(2) In the slot machine of (1) above
The suggestion effect execution means executes the suggestion effect over a plurality of games (for example, the fanning effect is executed over a plurality of games).

According to such a configuration, since the suggestion effect is executed over a plurality of games, it is possible to further improve the expectation of the player by the suggestion effect.

(3) In the slot machine of (1) or (2) above,
When the determination result of the prior determination means becomes the end determination result during the suggestion effect, the notification means avoids the derivation of the end display result with a probability of 100% when the privilege is given. While notifying the operation procedure, when the privilege is not given, the operation procedure for avoiding the derivation of the end display result is notified with a predetermined probability of less than 100% (for example, as shown in t7 of FIG. 21). If the push order bell is won during the production, the fall avoidance avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the AT is won, and the fall avoidance avoidance navigation effect is executed with a probability of less than 100% when the non-AT is won. ).

According to such a configuration, the player can enjoy the expectation that the privilege is given when the operation procedure for avoiding the derivation of the end display result is notified during the suggestion effect.

(4) In any of the slot machines (1) to (3) above,
During the period controlled to the specific state, when the determination result of the prior determination means becomes the end determination result, there is a 100% probability that the notification means avoids the derivation of the end display result. The notified warranty period (for example, the warranty period of t1 to t4 shown in FIG. 21) and the non-guaranteed period (for example, the operation procedure for avoiding the derivation of the end display result by the notification means with 100% probability) are not notified. The non-warranty period of t4 to t13 shown in FIG. 21) is included.
Even during the non-guaranteed period, when the determination result of the prior determination means becomes the end determination result during the suggestion effect, the notification means of the end display result regardless of whether or not the privilege is given. It is possible to notify the operation procedure for avoiding the derivation (for example, as shown in t7 of FIG. 21, when the push order bell is won during the fanning effect during the non-guaranteed period, the avoidance navigation effect is executed regardless of whether or not the AT is won. May be done).

According to such a configuration, since the control to the specific state is not terminated during the guarantee period, the player can proceed with the game with peace of mind.

(5) In the slot machine of (3) above
When the decision result of the prior determination means becomes the end determination result and the notification means does not notify the operation procedure for avoiding the derivation of the end display result during the suggestion effect, the suggestion effect execution means is notified. The suggestion effect is terminated (for example, as shown in t13 of FIG. 21, when the avoidance navigation effect is not executed even if the fall lip is won or the push order bell is won during the fanning effect, the fanning effect is ended).

According to such a configuration, it is considered that the operation procedure for avoiding the derivation of the end display result is notified with a 100% probability when the privilege is given when the end decision result is obtained during the suggestion effect. , When the end decision result is obtained during the suggestion effect and the operation procedure for avoiding the derivation of the end display result is not notified, the player is made to recognize that the privilege is not given. In this case, even if the suggestion effect is continuously executed, the player's interest in the game is lowered. Therefore, by ending the suggestion effect, it is possible to prevent the player's interest in the game from being lowered.

(6) In any of the slot machines (1) to (5) above,
Further provided with a value-giving means (for example, a process of paying out medals by the main control unit 41) for giving a game value (for example, a medal).
When the determination result of the prior determination means becomes the end determination result (for example, the push order bell is won) and the derivation operation means is operated according to the operation procedure notified by the notification means, the variable display unit is changed. A prize (for example, a bell 1 prize or a bell 2 prize for paying out 9 medals) is generated in which a game value (for example, 3 or more medals) equal to or greater than the game value required for display is given by the value-giving means. To do.

According to such a configuration, even if the privilege is not given, the game value increases when the operation procedure for avoiding the derivation of the end display result is notified when the end decision result is obtained. , It is profitable for the player and can improve the interest of the game.

It is a front view of the slot machine in this embodiment. It is an internal structure diagram of a slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement of a reel. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a slot machine. It is a figure for demonstrating the type of a special role, the symbol combination of a special role, and the technical matter related to a special role. It is a figure for demonstrating the type of a small combination, the symbol combination of a small combination, and the technical matter related to a small combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the type of the re-game combination, the symbol combination of the re-game combination, and the technical matter related to the re-game combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the type of a missed roll, the symbol combination of a missed roll, and technical matters related to a missed roll. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery target combination read out as the lottery target combination for each game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery target combination read out as the lottery target combination for each game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery target combination read out as the lottery target combination for each game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery target combination read out as the lottery target combination for each game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery target combination read out as the lottery target combination for each game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery target combination read out as the lottery target combination for each game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery target combination read out as the lottery target combination for each game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery target combination read out as the lottery target combination for each game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the transition of a game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control of a push order bell. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control of a push order lip. It is a figure for demonstrating the CZ lottery table and AT lottery table. It is a timing chart for explaining the execution of avoidance navigation.

An example of a mode for carrying out the slot machine according to the present invention will be described below based on the embodiment.

[Slot machine configuration]
First, the slot machine 1 used in the present embodiment will be described below. The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment is rotatably pivoted to a housing 1a having an open front surface and a side end of the housing 1a. It is composed of a supported front door 1b.

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

As shown in FIG. 3, "bell", "watermelon", "cherry", "lip A", "lip B", "lip C", and "white BAR" are placed on the outer peripheral parts of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, respectively. , "Black BAR", "White 7", and "Red 7" are drawn in a predetermined order, 20 each. In addition, "Rip A" is a symbol in which one line is not drawn above and below the character "REPLAY", and "Rip B" is a symbol in which one line is drawn only under the character "REPLAY". "Rip C" is a pattern in which one line is drawn above and below the characters "REPLAY". Of the multiple types of symbols, "white BAR", "black BAR", "white 7", and "red 7" are more prominent than the other symbols (for example, large in size and flashy colors). It is drawn and reminds the player that an advantageous event will occur if the 7-match or BAR match is derived. Such symbols that are easy for the player to recognize such as "white BAR", "black BAR", "white 7", and "red 7" and that the player recalls that an advantageous event occurs at the time of derivation are also called symbol symbols. Refer to.

The patterns drawn on the outer peripheral portions of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are displayed in the upper, middle, and lower three stages in the see-through window 3 provided at substantially the center of the reel panel of the front door 1b. The above-mentioned plurality of types of symbols are symbols having different outer shapes from the other symbols.

Each reel 2L, 2C, 2R is provided correspondingly and is rotated by a reel motor 32L, 32C, 32R (see FIG. 4), so that the symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R are continuously provided in the see-through window 3. It is displayed while changing, and by stopping the rotation of each reel 2L, 2C, 2R, three consecutive symbols are derived and displayed as a display result in the perspective window 3.

Inside the reels 2L, 2C, 2R, there are reel sensors 33L, 33C, 33R that detect the reference position for each of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R, and a reel LED 55 that irradiates the reels 2L, 2C, 2R from the back. Is provided. Further, the reel LED 55 is composed of 12 LEDs corresponding to three consecutive symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and each symbol can be irradiated independently.

A horizontally long rectangular see-through window 3 that allows the reels 2L, 2C, 2R to be seen through from the front side is provided at a position corresponding to each reel 2L, 2C, 2R on the front door 1b, and the see-through window 3 is provided. Each reel 2L, 2C, 2R can be visually recognized from the player side through the reel.

The front door 1b has a medal insertion section 4 into which medals can be inserted, a medal payout exit 9 into which medals are paid out, and credits (the number of medals stored as a player-owned game value that can be used to set the number of bets). ) Is used to set the maximum number of medals (upper limit number: 3 in any gaming state in the present embodiment) among the specified number of medals determined according to the gaming state within that range. Settlement operated when the MAXBET switch 6 to be operated and the medals stored as credits and the medals used for setting the number of bets are settled (the medals used for setting the credits and the number of bets are returned). A switch 10, a start switch 7 operated when starting a game, and stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R operated when stopping the rotation of reels 2L, 2C, 2R, respectively, and an effect for use in the effect. A switch 56 is provided so as to be operable by the player.

In the present embodiment, of the three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R that have started rotation, the reel that stops first is referred to as a first stop reel, and the stop is referred to as a first stop. Similarly, the reel that stops second is called the second stop reel, the stop is called the second stop, the reel that stops third is called the third stop reel, and the stop is called the third stop. Alternatively, it is called a final stop. Of the three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, stopping the left reel 2L first is the left first stop, stopping the middle reel 2C first is the middle first stop, and the right reel 2R is the first stop. This is called the first right stop.

Further, in the present embodiment, the operation procedure (also referred to as push order and stop operation order) in which the player operates the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R includes forward push, forward pinch push, middle left push, and middle right push. , Reverse pinch push, and reverse push are included. The forward push means a push order in which the middle reel 2C is secondly stopped after the left reel 2L is first stopped. Further, the forward pinching push means a pushing order in which the left reel 2L is first stopped and then the right reel 2R is secondly stopped. The middle left push means a push order in which the middle reel 2C is first stopped and then the left reel 2L is secondly stopped. The middle right push means a push order in which the right reel 2R is secondly stopped after the middle reel 2C is first stopped. The reverse pinching push means a pushing order in which the right reel 2R is first stopped and then the left reel 2L is secondly stopped. The reverse push means a push order in which the right reel 2R is first stopped and then the middle reel 2C is secondly stopped.

A payout indicator 13 is provided on the front door 1b. The payout display 13 displays a credit display 11 that displays the number of medals stored as credits, the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a winning combination, an error code indicating the contents when an error occurs, and the like. The game auxiliary display 12, 1BETLED14 that notifies by lighting that the number of bets is set to 1, 2BETLED15 that notifies by lighting that the number of bets is set to 2, and that the number of bets is set to 3. 3BETLED 16 that notifies by lighting, insertion request LED17 that notifies the state in which a medal can be inserted by lighting, start effective LED18 that notifies that the game start operation by operating the start switch 7 is effective, and A weighting LED 19 that notifies by lighting that a wait (a state of waiting for the start of rotation of the reel has not elapsed from the start of the previous game) and a lighting that indicates that a replay game, which will be described later, is in progress. An LED 20 is provided during replay.

Inside the MAXBET switch 6, a BET switch effective LED21 (see FIG. 4) is provided to notify by lighting that the betting number setting operation by operating the MAXBET switch 6 is effective, and the stop switches 8L, 8C, Inside the 8R, left, middle, and right stop effective LEDs 22L, 22C, 22R (see FIG. 4) are provided to notify by lighting that the reel stop operation by the corresponding stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is effective. Has been done. Further, below the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R on the front door 1b, a lower panel on which the title of the slot machine 1 and the payout table are printed is provided.

Inside the front door 1b, there is a reset switch 23 that detects a reset operation for canceling an error state and a stop state (a state in which the progress of the game is restricted until the reset operation is performed) by a predetermined key operation. Enable / disable the setting value display 24 that displays the setting value at that time while changing the setting value or checking the setting value, and the stop function that controls the stop state at the end of AT (Assist Time). To enable / disable the stop switch 36a for selection and the automatic settlement function that controls automatic settlement processing (processing to settle (return) medals stored as credits regardless of the player's operation). The automatic settlement switch 36b and the insertion medal sensor 31 (located on the hopper tank 34a side (downstream side) of the flow path switching solenoid 30) for detecting the medals inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 and flowing down to the hopper tank 34a side. A medal selector (not shown) and a door open detection switch 25 (see FIG. 4) for detecting the open state of the front door 1b are provided.

The AT is a period in which a navigation effect is executed in which the operation procedure of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is notified to the player in order to generate a predetermined winning prize. The AT is controlled on the condition that it has the navigation stock that is the right to AT control. AT is controlled over a predetermined period based on the number of navigation stocks held. That is, the number of navigation stocks indicates the number of rights controlled by the AT, and the more the number of navigation stocks is held, the longer the number of navigation stocks is controlled by the AT. In the present embodiment, each time one Navistock is digested, the AT is controlled for a maximum of 30 games. Further, the medal payout rate per game during AT is 1 or more. Therefore, it can be said that the navigation stock, which is the right to AT control, is an advantageous privilege for the player. The navigation stock is given when the player wins the AT lottery performed by the main control unit 41.

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

An overflow tank 35 for storing medals overflowing from the hopper tank 34a is provided on the side of the hopper unit 34. Inside the overflow tank 35, a full tank sensor 35a composed of a pair of conductive members separated to the left and right provided at a height at which a predetermined amount of stored medals can be detected is provided, and the conductive member is the overflow tank 35. It is now possible to detect that the amount of medals stored inside exceeds a predetermined amount when conducting by contacting through the medals stored inside, that is, the overflow tank is full. It has become.

On the front of the power supply box 100, it functions as a setting key switch 37 for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state, and a reset switch for canceling an error state or a stop state in a normal state, and in the setting change state. Is a reset / setting switch 38 that functions as a setting switch for changing the set value of the winning probability (ball payout rate, payout rate) of the internal lottery described later, and a power switch 39 that is operated when the power is turned on / off. And are provided.

When playing a game on the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, first, medals are inserted from the medal insertion unit 4, or the number of bets is set using credits. To use the credit, operate the MAXBET switch 6. When the specified number of bets determined according to the game state is set, the winning line LN (see FIG. 1) becomes valid, and the operation of the start switch 7 is valid, that is, the game can be started. Become. In the present embodiment, the winning line LN becomes effective when three cards are set as the specified number of bets regardless of the gaming state and the specified number of bets is set. If more than the maximum number of medals are inserted out of the specified number corresponding to the gaming state, that amount will be added to the credit.

The winning line is a line set to determine whether the combination of symbols displayed on the see-through window 3 of each reel 2L, 2C, 2R is a combination of symbols such as a small winning combination or a replaying combination, which will be described later. .. In addition, in this embodiment, these combinations are also referred to as "winning combination" or "winning combination", and a winning combination occurs when the combination of symbols constituting any of the winning combination stops on the winning line. Also called to do. For example, when a combination of symbols constituting a re-game combination is derived on the winning line, a replay game is activated in which the player can play the next game without setting the number of bets using medals. It is also said that a replay prize (replay prize) occurs when the symbol combination constituting the replay combination is derived on the winning line.

In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the winning line LN connecting the symbols arranged horizontally in the middle stage of the reel 2L, the middle stage of the reel 2C, the middle stage of the reel 2R, that is, the middle stage, and the upper stage of the left reel 2L, The upper row of the middle reel 2C, the upper row of the right reel 2R, that is, the invalid line LM1 connecting the symbols arranged in the upper row, and the lower row of the left reel 2L, the lower row of the middle reel 2C, and the lower row of the right reel 2R, that is, the symbols arranged in the lower row. The invalid line LM2 connecting the invalid line LM2 connecting the left reel 2L upper stage, the middle reel 2C middle stage, and the right reel 2R lower stage, that is, the invalid line LM3 connecting the symbols arranged downward to the right, the left reel 2L lower stage, the middle reel 2C middle stage, The upper stage of the right reel 2R, that is, the invalid line LM4 connecting the symbols lined up to the right is defined.

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

Then, when all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, if the combination of symbols that generate a small winning combination on the activated winning line LN is not stopped, one game ends at the time of the stop. On the other hand, when the combination of symbols that generate a small winning combination is stopped on the activated winning line LN, a predetermined number of medals are given to the player according to the winning of the small winning combination. Then, when credits are added or the maximum number of credits (50 in the present embodiment) is reached, medals are paid out from the medal payment exit 9 (see FIG. 1), and one game ends.

Although the configuration using three reels is illustrated in the present embodiment, a configuration using only one reel, a configuration using two reels, and a configuration using four or more reels are also possible. Often, in the configuration using two or more reels, the winning configuration may be determined based on the combination of the display results derived to all the two or more reels. Further, in the present embodiment, the variable display unit is configured by a physical reel, but the variable display unit may be configured by an image display device such as a liquid crystal display 51.

FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the slot machine 1. In the example of FIG. 4, a game control board 40 that controls the progress of the game and outputs various commands according to the progress of the game, an effect control board 91 that controls a predetermined effect according to the command, and a drive power source for electrical components. A power supply board 101 for generating the above, an external output board 1000 for outputting a signal according to the progress of the game, and the like are provided.

The game control board 40 advances the game based on detection signals from switches such as various operation means and detection means (exemplified on the left side of the game control board 40 in FIG. 4), and the notification means (game control in FIG. 4). Display devices such as (exemplified on the left side of the substrate 40) are driven and controlled. Further, the game control board 40 drives and controls the reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R based on the signals from the reel sensors 33L, 33C, 33R.

The game control board 40 is equipped with a circuit configuration (exemplified in the game control board 40 of FIG. 4) such as a main control unit 41. The main control unit 41 performs processing related to the progress of the game, and directly or indirectly controls the configuration mounted or connected to the game control board 40. The main control unit 41 is a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a main CPU 41a, a ROM 41b, a RAM 41c, an I / O port 41d, and the like.

The effect control board 90 is connected to the effect switch 56, and drives and controls an effect device such as a liquid crystal display 51 (exemplified on the left side of the effect control board 90 in FIG. 4). The effect control board 90 is equipped with a circuit configuration (exemplified in the effect control board 90 of FIG. 4) such as a sub control unit 91. The sub-control unit 91 receives a command transmitted from the game control board 40, performs a process of performing an effect, and directly or indirectly controls a configuration mounted on or connected to the effect control board 90. The sub control unit 91 is a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a sub CPU 91a, a ROM 91b, a RAM 91c, an I / O port 91d, and the like.

A hopper motor 34b, various operating means, detection means (exemplified on the right side of the power supply board 101 in FIG. 4), and the like are connected to the power supply board 101.

[command]
A command transmitted by the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91 will be described. In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 gives the sub control unit 91 a BET command, a credit command, an internal winning command, a freeze command, a reel rotation start command, a reel stop command, a winning judgment command, a payout start command, and a payout. Multiple types of commands including end command, status command, standby command, stop command, error command, return command, setting command, setting confirmation command, door command, operation detection command, navigation command, AT winning command, and CZ winning command. To send.

These commands consist of 1-byte type data indicating the type of the command and 1-byte extended data indicating the contents of the command. The sub-control unit 91 determines the type of command based on the type data.

The BET command is a command that can specify the number of medals inserted, that is, the number of medals used to set the number of bets. The BET command is a state from the end of the game (after changing the setting) to the start of the game, and in a state where the specified number of bets is not set, a medal is inserted or the MAXBET switch 6 is operated to bet the number of bets. Is sent when is set. Since the BET command is transmitted when the bet number setting operation is performed, the sub-control unit 91 can identify that the bet number setting operation has been performed by receiving the BET command.

The credit command is a command that can specify the number of medals stored as credits. The credit command is a state from the end of the game (after the setting is changed) to the start of the game, and is transmitted when a medal is inserted and credits are added in a state where a predetermined number of bets are set.

The internal winning command is a command that can specify the result of the internal lottery. The internal winning command is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated to start the game. The sub-control unit 91 can specify the operation of the start switch 7 and the result of the internal lottery by receiving the internal winning command.

The freeze command is a command that can specify whether or not freeze is executed. The freeze command is sent when the freeze is executed. Freeze is a control that delays the progress of the game for a predetermined time.

The reel rotation start command is a command for notifying the start of reel rotation. The reel rotation start command is transmitted when the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R is started.

The reel stop command is a command that can specify whether the reel to be stopped is the left reel, the middle reel, or the right reel, the area number of the stop operation position of the corresponding reel, and the area number of the stop position of the corresponding reel. Is. The reel stop command is transmitted each time the stop control associated with the stop operation of each reel is performed. The sub-control unit 91 can identify that the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R have been operated by receiving the reel stop command.

The winning determination command is a command that can specify the combination of symbols aligned on the winning line LN, the presence or absence of winning, the type of winning, and the number of medals to be paid out at the time of winning. The winning determination command is transmitted after all reels have stopped and the winning determination has been made.

The payout start command is a command for notifying the start of payout of medals. The payout start command is sent when the payout of medals by winning a prize or settlement of credits (including the medal used for setting the number of bets) is started. The payout end command is a command for notifying the end of payout of medals. The payout end command is sent when the payout of medals by winning and credit settlement is completed.

The state command is a command that can specify the state of the game such as BB (Big Bonus), RT (Play Time), CZ, and AT. Status commands are sent at the end of the game.

The standby command is a command indicating the transition to the standby state. When the standby command ends one game and the number of bets is not set and a certain period of time elapses to enter the standby state, the payout of medals by the settlement of credits (including the medals used to set the number of bets) ends. And it is sent after the payout end command is sent.

The stop command is a command indicating the occurrence or release of the stop state. When controlled to the stopped state, a stop command indicating the occurrence of the stopped state is transmitted, and when the reset operation is performed and the stopped state is released, a stop command indicating the release of the stopped state is transmitted. Will be done.

An error command is a command that indicates the occurrence or cancellation of an error state and the type of error state. When an error is determined and controlled to an error state, an error command indicating the occurrence of the error state and its type is sent, and when the reset operation is performed and the error state is released, an error command indicating the release of the error state is sent. Is sent.

The return command is a command indicating that the main control unit 41 has returned to the control state before the power failure. The return command is transmitted when the main control unit 41 is activated and returns to the control state before the power failure.

The setting command is a command that indicates the start or end of the setting change state and the setting value after the setting change. A setting command indicating the start of the setting change state is sent at the time of transition to the setting change state, and a setting command indicating the end of the setting change state and the setting value after the setting change is sent at the end of the setting change state. Since the sub-control unit 91 initializes the control state of the main control unit 41 with the transition to the setting change state, the control state of the main control unit 41 has been initialized by the setting command indicating the start of the setting. It is identifiable.

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

The door command is a command indicating the detection state of the door open detection switch 25, that is, ON (open state) / OFF (closed state). The door command changes the detection state of the door open detection switch 25 (from ON to OFF) when the power is turned on, when one game ends (after the game ends and before the setting of the bet number for the next game can be started). , OFF to ON) is transmitted.

The operation detection command is a switch whose detection state (ON / OFF) has changed among the operation switches (MAXBET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switch 8L, 8C, 8R), and whether the detection state has changed from OFF to ON. It is a command indicating whether the switch has changed from to OFF and the detection status (ON / OFF) of other switches. The operation detection command is transmitted when the detection state of any of these operation switches changes.

The navigation command is a command that can specify the operation procedure. The navigation command may be transmitted when the navigation target combination described later is won during AT.

The AT winning command is a command that can specify the result of the AT lottery. The AT lottery is a lottery for deciding whether or not to grant the navigation stock that is the right to the AT control, and is performed by the main control unit 41. When winning in the AT lottery, Navistock is granted as a right to AT control. It should be noted that winning in the AT lottery is also referred to as AT winning, and not winning is also referred to as non-AT winning. The AT winning command is transmitted when the AT lottery is performed. By receiving the AT winning command, the sub-control unit 91 can execute the AT lottery and specify the result of the AT lottery (the result of the AT winning and the non-AT winning).

The CZ winning command is a command that can specify the result of the CZ lottery. The CZ (Change Zone) is a state in which the probability of winning an AT in an AT lottery is higher than that in a non-CZ, which is advantageous for a player. The CZ lottery is a lottery for determining whether or not to grant a CZ game that is a right to CZ control, and is performed by the main control unit 41. When the CZ lottery is won, the CZ game is granted as a right to CZ control. Winning in the CZ lottery is also referred to as CZ winning, and not winning is also referred to as non-CZ winning. The CZ winning command is transmitted when the CZ lottery is performed. By receiving the CZ winning command, the sub control unit 91 can execute the CZ lottery and specify the result of the CZ lottery (the result of the CZ winning and the non-CZ winning).

[Control by sub-control unit 91 when receiving a command]
The control of the effect executed by the sub-control unit 91 based on the command will be described. When the sub control unit 91 receives a command from the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 executes a command reception interrupt process. In the command reception interrupt process, the command acquired from the command transmission line is stored in the reception buffer provided in the RAM 91c.

The reception buffer is provided with an area capable of storing up to 16 commands, and can store a plurality of commands.

In the timer interrupt processing (sub), the sub control unit 91 determines whether or not an unprocessed command is stored in the reception buffer, and if an unprocessed command is stored, the earliest of them. The control pattern table stored in the ROM 91b is referred to based on the command received in the step, and the liquid crystal display 51, the effect LED 52, the speakers 53, 54, the reel LED 55, etc. are referred to based on the control contents registered in the control pattern table. Controls the output of various production devices.

In the control pattern table, the display pattern of the liquid crystal display 51 corresponding to the type of command, the lighting mode of the effect effect LED 52, the output mode of the speakers 53 and 54, the lighting mode of the reel LED, etc. are displayed for each of the plurality of types of effect patterns. The control patterns of these effect devices are registered, and when the sub-control unit 91 receives the command, the sub-control unit 91 of the control patterns registered corresponding to the effect patterns set in the RAM 91c in the game of the control pattern table. Among them, the control pattern corresponding to the type of the received command is referred to, and the output control of the effect device is performed based on the control pattern. As a result, the effect is executed according to the effect pattern and the progress of the game.

For example, the sub control unit 91 suggests at least whether or not to grant the navigation stock based on the result of the AT lottery that can be specified from the AT winning command received from the main control unit 41, and expects the navigation stock to be granted. Perform the production. Further, the sub control unit 91 executes the navigation effect in the game in which the navigation target combination is won, based on the navigation command received from the main control unit 41.

[Winner]
In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, a prize is won when the symbols constituting the winning combination are aligned on the winning line LN. The types of winning roles include a special role with a transition to BB, a small role with a medal payout, and a replay game with a replay game. In order for each winning combination determined according to the gaming state to be won, it is necessary to win the internal lottery and set a winning flag in the RAM 41c to allow the winning of the winning combination.

FIG. 5 is a diagram for explaining the types of special roles, the symbol combinations of special roles, and technical matters related to special roles. Special roles include BBs 1-3. When the symbol combination corresponding to each special combination shown in FIG. 5 is derived on the winning line LN, the corresponding special combination wins a prize.

For example, the BB3 wins when the symbol combination of "red 7-red 7-black BAR" is derived on the winning line LN, and the gaming state shifts to the BB3 which is advantageous to the player. The BB3 ends when the number of medals paid out in the BB3 exceeds 81. The other BB1 and BB2 also win a prize when the corresponding symbol combination is derived on the winning line LN, and the gaming state shifts to BB1 or BB2.

FIG. 6 is a diagram for explaining the types of small combinations, the symbol combinations of small combinations, and the technical matters related to the small combinations. Small roles include bells 1-29, watermelons 1-3, and cherries 1, 2. When the symbol combination corresponding to each small winning combination shown in FIG. 6 is derived on the winning line LN, the corresponding small winning combination wins.

For example, the watermelon 3 wins a prize when the symbol combination of "watermelon-watermelon-watermelon" is derived on the winning line LN, and five medals are paid out. For other small wins, a prize is won when the corresponding symbol combination is derived on the prize line LN, and a predetermined number of medals are paid out.

In addition, since the bells 1 and 2 win a prize when they are operated in the correct answer procedure in the game in which the push order bell described later is won, they are also collectively referred to as the leading role. In addition, bells 3 to 29 will be awarded if the corresponding symbol combination can be drawn on the winning line LN when operated by an incorrect answer procedure in the game in which the push order bell is won. Also called a role.

FIG. 7 is a diagram for explaining the types of the re-game combination, the symbol combination of the re-game combination, and the technical matters related to the re-game combination. The re-game combination includes rips 1 to 10 and C rips 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. When the symbol combination corresponding to each re-game combination shown in FIG. 7 is derived on the winning line LN, the corresponding re-game combination wins a prize.

For example, Lip 1 wins when any replay symbol is derived on all reels such as "Rip A-Rip A-Rip A" on the winning line LN, and a replay game is given. For other replay games, a prize is won when the corresponding symbol combination is derived on the prize line LN, and a replay game is given.

FIG. 8 is a diagram for explaining the types of missed rolls, the combination of patterns of missed rolls, and technical matters related to the missed rolls. The missed roll is derived on the winning line LN when any of the winnings of the leading role Bells 1 and 2 and the secondary role Bells 3 to 29 are missed in the game in which the push order bell described later is won. It is a symbol combination. Missed rolls include missed 1-3. When each of the missed rolls shown in FIG. 8 is derived on the winning line LN, the gaming state shifts to RT1.

[Lottery target role]
Next, the combination of the lottery target combinations read out as the lottery target combinations will be described. In the present embodiment, a plurality of winning winning combinations are simultaneously read out as lottery target winning combinations, and the winning combination can be won in duplicate. In FIGS. 9 to 16, information on the combination of winning combinations for each lottery target combination and whether or not to win each game state is indicated by ◯ or ×.

As shown in FIG. 9, the lottery target roles of the re-game combination include normal rip, promotion rip 1 to 6, rush rip 1 to 6, fall rip 1 to 3, BAR rip, fake rip, C rip A to C, and watermelon. , Square check, and middle check are set. In addition, C lip A to C are simply referred to as C lip, and Kakuche and Nakache are also simply referred to as cherry. As shown in FIG. 10, left bells 1-9, middle bells 1-9, right bells 1-9, and a common bell are set as the lottery target combinations for the small winning combination. Further, as shown in FIGS. 11 to 16, each small winning combination and each replaying combination may be in a situation where they are simultaneously elected with BBs 1-3. As shown in FIG. 16, all the combinations (indicated as ALL in the figure) are won in the BB.

The left bells 1 to 9, the middle bells 1 to 9, and the right bells 1 to 9 have different winning combinations depending on the order in which the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are pressed in the winning game, so they are collectively pressed. Also called a forward bell. Further, the promotion rips 1 to 6, the rush rips 1 to 6, the fall lips 1 to 3, and the C rips A to C have different winning combinations depending on the order in which the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are pressed in the winning game. These are also collectively referred to as push order rips.

[Transition of game state]
Next, the transition of the gaming state controlled by the slot machine 1 in the present embodiment will be described. In the present embodiment, the game proceeds while being controlled by either RT or any BB.

In the present embodiment, five types of RTs such as RTs 0 to 4 are provided. RT0 is the first controlled gaming state after clearing the RAM. In the game in which one of the push order bells is won at RT0, when any of the missed rolls is derived, the game state shifts to RT1 where the player is most likely to play for the longest time. Further, when one of the BBs is won at RT0 and the BB winning is missed, the gaming state shifts to RT4, which is the state in which the BB winning is carried over.

In a game in which one of the promotion rips is won in RT1, when the rip 2 is won, the game state shifts to RT2, which has a higher probability of winning the re-gaming role than RT1. Further, when one of the BBs is won at RT1 and the BB prize is missed, the game state shifts to RT4.

In a game in which one of the rush rips is won in RT2, when the rip 3 or the rip 4 is won, the game state shifts to RT3, which has a higher probability of winning the re-game combination than RT2. On the other hand, in the game in which one of the push order bells is won in RT2, when any of the missed rolls is derived, the game state shifts to RT1. In addition, when one of the BBs is won at RT2 and the BB prize is missed, the game state shifts to RT4.

In a game in which one of the rush rips or one of the fall rips is won in RT3, when the rip 6 is won, the game state shifts to RT1. Further, in the game in which one of the push order bells is won in RT3, the game state shifts to RT1 even when one of the missed rolls is derived. Further, when one of the BBs is won at RT3 and the BB prize is missed, the game state shifts to RT4.

When the BB is won in any of RTs 0 to 3 and the BB is won, or when the BB is won in the situation where the BB winning is carried over at RT4, the game state shifts to the BB. When the end condition of BB is satisfied, the game state shifts to RT0.

It should be noted that RT2 and RT3 are referred to as RT states because the probability of winning the re-game combination is higher than that of RT1 in which the player is most likely to play for a long time. Further, the state controlled by AT in the RT state is also referred to as ART.

[Reel control when pushing order bell is won]
FIG. 18 is a diagram for explaining reel control of the push order bell. When any of the push order bells is won, when the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R are operated in any of the preset push orders according to the winning combination, the symbol combination corresponding to the operation is won. Reel control is performed to align and stop on the line LN.

For example, in the game in which the middle bell 1 is won, when the first stop is performed, which is the correct answer procedure, reel control is performed to derive the symbol combination corresponding to the leading bell 1 on the winning line LN. On the other hand, in the game in which the middle bell 1 is won, when the left first stop or the right first stop, which is an incorrect answer procedure, can be drawn on the winning line LN by the timing of the stop operation, the symbol combination corresponding to the secondary role can be drawn. , Reel control is performed to derive the symbol combination corresponding to any of the bells 3, 13 and 23 which are the secondary roles on the winning line LN, and the symbol combination corresponding to the secondary role can be drawn on the winning line LN. If not, reel control is performed to derive the symbol combination corresponding to any of the missed items 1 to 3 on the winning line LN. The reel control shown in FIG. 18 is also performed when the other push order bells are won.

Even if one of the push order bells is won during non-AT, the player does not know the correct procedure for winning the leading role unless he knows the type of winning role. As a result, during non-AT, the missed roll is derived and the game state shifts to RT1, making it difficult to increase the net increase in the number of medals.

On the other hand, when one of the push order bells is won during AT, the correct answer procedure is notified by the navigation effect. Therefore, the player can win the leading role while avoiding the derivation of the missed roll by operating the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R according to the navigation effect. As a result, it is possible to increase the net increase in the number of medals during AT as compared with during non-AT.

[Reel control when pushing order lip is won]
FIG. 19 is a diagram for explaining reel control of the push order lip. When any of the push order rips is won, when the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R are operated in any of the preset push orders according to the winning combination, the symbol combination corresponding to the operation is won. Reel control is performed to align and stop on the line LN.

For example, in the game in which the promotion lip 3 is won during RT1, when the stop operation is performed in the middle left and right push order, which is the correct answer procedure, reel control is performed to derive the symbol combination corresponding to the lip 2 on the winning line LN. As a result, the game state shifts to RT2. On the other hand, in the game in which the promotion lip 3 is won during RT1, when the stop operation is performed in a push order other than the middle left and right, which is an incorrect answer procedure, the reel control for deriving the symbol combination corresponding to the lip 1 on the winning line LN is performed. As a result, the gaming state is maintained in RT1.

In addition, in the game in which the rush lip 3 is won during RT2, when the stop operation is performed in the middle left and right push order, which is the correct answer procedure, reel control is performed to derive the symbol combination corresponding to the lip 3 on the winning line LN. As a result, the game state shifts to RT3. On the other hand, in the game in which the rush lip 3 is won during RT2, when the stop operation is performed in a push order other than the middle left and right, which is an incorrect answer procedure, the reel control for deriving the symbol combination corresponding to the lip 6 on the winning line LN is performed. As a result, the game state shifts to RT1.

In addition, when the first stop is performed during the correct answer procedure in the game in which the fall lip 2 is won during RT3, reel control is performed to derive the symbol combination corresponding to the lip 1 on the winning line LN, and as a result, RT3 The game state is maintained. On the other hand, when the left first stop or the right first stop, which is an incorrect answer procedure, is stopped in the game in which the fall lip 2 is won during RT3, the reel control for deriving the symbol combination corresponding to the lip 6 on the winning line LN is performed. As a result, the game state shifts to RT1. The reel control shown in FIG. 19 is also performed when the other push order lip is won.

Even if one of the push order rips is won during non-AT, the player is controlled to an advantageous gaming state (RT with a high probability of winning the re-game combination) if the type of the winning combination is unknown. I don't know the correct procedure. As a result, during non-AT, it is not possible to control an advantageous gaming state, and it becomes difficult to increase the net increase in the number of medals.

On the other hand, when one of the push order rips is won during AT, the correct answer procedure is notified by the navigation effect. Therefore, the player can generate a prize for controlling the advantageous gaming state by operating the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R according to the navigation effect. As a result, it is possible to increase the net increase in the number of medals during AT as compared with during non-AT.

[CZ lottery]
FIG. 20A is a diagram showing a CZ lottery table. The main control unit 41 determines whether or not to grant the CZ game that is the right to the CZ control by executing the CZ lottery based on the CZ lottery table. The CZ lottery is executed in the game after the game in which the lottery condition is satisfied when the predetermined lottery condition is satisfied.

The period controlled by CZ is divided into a warranty period and a non-guaranteed period that shifts after the warranty period. The non-guaranteed period has a higher probability that the CZ termination condition is satisfied than the guaranteed period.

Specifically, in the present embodiment, in the game in which the push order bell is won during the CZ, the CZ ends on the condition that any of the missed items 1 to 3 is derived. However, if the push order bell is won during the warranty period, a navigation effect (also referred to as an avoidance navigation effect) for avoiding the derivation of missed items 1 to 3 is executed with a 100% probability. Therefore, during the warranty period, the player can avoid the derivation of the missed items 1 to 3 and avoid the end of the CZ by operating the stop switch according to the avoidance navigation effect. On the other hand, if the push order bell is won during the non-guaranteed period, the avoidance navigation effect will not be executed with a 100% probability. Specifically, if the push order bell is won during the non-guaranteed period, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a probability of less than 100%. That is, during the non-guaranteed period, the avoidance navigation effect may or may not be executed in the game in which the push order bell is won. Therefore, in the game in which the push order bell is won during the non-guaranteed period, if the avoidance navigation effect is executed, the player operates the stop switch according to the avoidance navigation effect to avoid the derivation of the missed items 1 to 3. While it is possible to avoid the end of the CZ, if the avoidance navigation effect is not executed, the missed items 1 to 3 may be derived. In this case, the end of the CZ cannot be avoided.

As shown in FIG. 20A, in the CZ lottery, any CZ game of 0 game, 10 game + α, 20 game + α, and 30 game + α is given. Of these, "10 games", "20 games", and "30 games" are the number of games during the warranty period. Further, in the non-guaranteed period, the number of games changes according to the timing of derivation of the missed items 1-3, so it is indicated by "α".

As shown in FIG. 20 (a), the CZ lottery was established as either C lip winning, watermelon winning, square che winning, middle che winning, every 1000 games digested, or no AT lottery executed for 500 games. Sometimes executed. Then, in the CZ lottery, whether or not to grant the CZ game (that is, whether or not to win the CZ) and the number of CZ games to be granted are determined based on the winning probability shown in FIG. 20A. To.

In the present embodiment, an example in which a lottery for whether or not to grant a CZ game and a lottery for determining the number of CZ games to be granted are performed in one lottery will be described, but the present invention is limited to this. Absent. For example, in the CZ lottery, a lottery is first performed to determine whether or not to grant a CZ game, and then a lottery is performed to determine the number of CZ games to be granted when it is decided to grant the number of CZ games. It may be composed of lottery.

[AT lottery]
FIG. 20 (b) is a diagram showing an AT lottery table in non-CZ, and FIG. 20 (c) is a diagram showing an AT lottery table in CZ. The main control unit 41 determines whether or not to grant the navigation stock that is the right to AT control by executing the AT lottery based on the AT lottery table set according to whether or not it is in CZ. .. The AT lottery is executed in a game after the game in which the predetermined lottery conditions shown in FIGS. 20 (b) and 20 (c) are satisfied.

As shown in FIGS. 20 (b) and 20 (c), the AT lottery is the execution of the AT lottery for C lip winning, watermelon winning, square check winning, middle check winning, BB winning, every 1000 games digested, and 500 games. Executed when either of none is satisfied. Then, in the AT lottery, whether or not to grant the navigation stock (that is, whether or not to win the AT) and the navigation stock when granting are based on the winning probabilities shown in FIGS. 20 (b) and 20 (c). The number is determined. In addition, C lip, watermelon, Kakuche, Nakache, and BB, which are the roles in which the AT lottery is executed, are referred to as AT lottery roles. On the other hand, out of these AT lottery roles, push order bells, push order rips, etc. are also referred to as non-AT lottery roles. The AT lottery combination and the non-AT lottery combination are not limited to the above examples, and other combinations may be associated with each other.

In CZ, the probability that navigation stock is given is higher than in non-CZ, and the number of navigation stocks given is larger. For example, when the C lip is won during non-CZ, the navigation stock is given only with a probability of 10%, but when the C lip is won during the CZ, the navigation stock is given with a probability of 30%. Furthermore, when the C lip is won during non-CZ, only one navigation stock is given even if the AT is won, but when the C lip is won during the CZ, two navigation stocks are given when the AT is won. Sometimes.

In this way, when controlled by CZ, the expected value of AT winning is higher than when not controlled by CZ, and there is a possibility that a large amount of navigation stock will be given. As a result, when controlled by the CZ, the player can be expected to give the navigation stock, so that the interest of the game can be improved.

In the present embodiment, an example in which a lottery for whether or not to grant the navigation stock and a lottery for determining the number of navigation stocks to be granted are performed in one lottery will be described, but the present invention is limited to this. Absent. For example, in the AT lottery, a lottery is first conducted to determine whether or not to grant the navigation stock, and then a lottery is conducted to determine the number of navigation stocks to be granted when it is decided to grant the number of navigation stocks. It may be composed of lottery.

In the present embodiment, the lottery conditions are the same in the non-CZ and in the CZ, but the lottery conditions may be different. For example, in non-CZ, the lottery condition may not be satisfied by BB winning, whereas in CZ, the lottery condition may be satisfied by BB winning. In this way, if the lottery conditions are increased in the CZ than in the non-CZ, the chances of executing the AT lottery in the CZ can be increased as compared with the non-CZ. In this respect as well, CZ can be more advantageous than non-CZ.

[Execution of avoidance navigation]
The execution of the avoidance navigation will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 21 is a timing chart for explaining the execution of avoidance navigation.

The production during CZ includes a background production for CZ and a fanning production. The background effect for CZ is an effect executed during CZ (warranty period and non-warranty period), and the background image displayed on the screen of the liquid crystal display 51 is changed to a background image different from the background image in non-CZ. It is a production to do. For example, if a morning or daytime background image is displayed during non-CZ, a night background image is displayed during CZ. In addition, although a specific character does not appear during non-CZ, a specific character appears during CZ. That is, during CZ, an effect that is not performed in non-CZ is performed.

The number of games during the warranty period is determined by the CZ lottery, but the number of games may be notified to the player by displaying the number of games on the screen of the liquid crystal display 51. Further, the player may be notified by displaying the count of the number of games during the warranty period on the screen of the liquid crystal display 51. Alternatively, the background effect for CZ may have a different warranty period than the non-guaranteed period. In this way, the player can recognize whether or not the player is controlled by the CZ, and further, whether or not the warranty period is in the CZ.

The fanning effect is a continuous effect that is executed over a plurality of games when the AT lottery is executed. The player is expected to win the AT, and the final result of the effect is whether or not the AT is won. It is a production that informs the person. For example, after the AT lottery is executed, a battle effect between the ally character and the enemy character is executed in the game after the game in which the AT lottery is executed, and if the AT is won, the effect that the ally character wins is executed. The image of "WIN" that notifies the AT winning is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and if the AT is not won, the effect that the ally character is defeated is executed and the image of "Sorry" that notifies the non-AT winning is displayed on the liquid crystal. It is displayed on the vessel 51.

As shown in FIG. 21, first, the CZ is controlled at the timing t1 after the CZ is won and the continuous effect over a plurality of games (the effect of inciting the CZ winning) is executed. In this example, the period of timing t1 to t4 is the warranty period, and the period of timing t4 to t13 is the non-guaranteed period.

As mentioned above, CZ ends on the condition that one of the missing items 1 to 3 is derived, but during the warranty period, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the push order bell is won. .. Also in the example shown in FIG. 21, the avoidance navigation effect is executed in the game in which the push order bell is won at the timing t2 during the warranty period. As a result, since the bell 1 wins at the timing t3, it is possible to avoid the derivation of the missed items 1 to 3 and avoid the end of the CZ.

After the timing t4, the warranty period shifts to the non-guaranteed period. After that, when the AT lottery is executed at the timing t5, the fanning effect is executed over the subsequent multiple games from the timings t6 to t9. The result of this AT lottery is AT winning.

Here, when the AT lottery is executed and the player has not yet been notified of whether or not the AT has been won, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the push order bell is won when the AT is won. It is also possible to design so that the avoidance navigation effect is not executed with a 100% probability when the push order bell is won when the non-AT is won. However, in the case of designing in this way, the avoidance navigation effect is executed during the fanning effect, even though the player is encouraged by the fanning effect after the AT lottery to raise the expectation for the AT winning. If this is done, the player will recognize that the AT has been won. As a result, no matter how much the player is instigated by the fanning effect after that, the player indirectly knows that the AT has been won, so that the player's expectation by the fanning effect is high. It will drop.

Therefore, in the present embodiment, when the push order bell is won during the fanning effect, the avoidance navigation effect that avoids the derivation of the missed items 1 to 3 may be executed regardless of whether or not the AT is won.

In the present embodiment, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a probability of 100% when the AT is won, while the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a probability of less than 100% when the non-AT is won.

As a result, the avoidance navigation effect is not executed or the avoidance navigation effect is not executed depending on whether or not the AT is won. Therefore, the player indirectly knows whether or not the AT is won by executing the avoidance navigation effect. You won't be killed.

In the case of the example shown in FIG. 21, when the push order bell is won at the timing t7 during the fanning effect, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the AT is won, regardless of whether the AT is won or not. If the AT is won, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a probability of less than 100%. In the case of this example, since the AT is won, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability. As a result, since the bell 1 wins at the timing t8, it is possible to avoid the derivation of the missed items 1 to 3 and avoid the end of the CZ. Further, even if the avoidance navigation effect is executed, the avoidance navigation effect may be executed even in the case of non-AT winning, so that the player does not indirectly know whether or not the AT has been won.

After that, when the fanning effect ends at the timing t9, the image of "WIN" notifying the AT winning is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. Then, when the AT lottery is executed again at the timing t10, the fanning effect is executed from the subsequent timing t11. The result of this AT lottery is non-AT winning.

When the push order bell is won at the timing t12 during the fanning production, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the AT is won, and 100% when the non-AT is won, regardless of whether or not the AT is won. Avoidance navigation effects are executed with a probability of less than. In the case of this example, since the non-AT is won, the avoidance navigation effect is not executed. As a result, it is not possible to avoid the derivation of the missed items 1 to 3 at the timing t13, and the CZ ends.

Here, in the present embodiment, when the AT is won, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the push order bell is won, so that the avoidance navigation effect is not executed and the missed items 1 to 3 are derived. Then, the player indirectly knows that he / she has won the non-AT. In this case, after that, no matter how much the fanning effect is used to fuel the presence or absence of the AT winning, it is meaningless, so that the fanning effect is not continued after the missed items 1 to 3 are derived. Also in the example shown in FIG. 21, when the missed items 1 to 3 are derived at the timing t13, a “sorry” image notifying the non-AT winning is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and the fanning effect ends.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when the push order bell is won during the fanning effect, the avoidance navigation effect is executed to avoid the derivation of the missing items 1 to 3 at which the CZ ends regardless of whether or not the AT is won. To. Therefore, the avoidance navigation effect is not executed or the avoidance navigation effect is not executed depending on whether or not the AT is won. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player's expectation from being lowered due to the fanning effect due to the execution of the avoidance navigation effect.

In addition, since the fanning effect is executed over a plurality of games, the player's expectation due to the fanning effect can be further improved.

In addition, if the push order bell is won during the fanning effect, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the AT is won, while the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a probability of less than 100% when the non-AT is won. Will be executed. Therefore, when the avoidance navigation effect is executed during the fanning effect, the player can enjoy the expectation for the AT winning.

Also, during the guaranteed period during CZ, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the push order bell is won, whereas during the non-guaranteed period during CZ, there is a 100% probability even if the push order bell is won. Avoidance navigation effect is not executed. Therefore, since the CZ does not end during the warranty period, the player can proceed with the game with peace of mind.

In addition, considering that the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the push order bell is won during the fanning effect, the avoidance navigation effect is not executed when the push order bell is won during the fanning effect. Occasionally, the player will be made aware that he is not a non-AT winner. In this case, even if the fanning effect is continuously executed, the player's interest in the game is lowered. Therefore, by ending the fanning effect, it is possible to prevent the player's interest in the game from being lowered.

In addition, when the push order bell is won and the stop switch is operated according to the avoidance navigation effect, Bell 1 or Bell 2 is awarded, in which 9 medals with 3 or more medals, which is the number of bets required to start one game, are paid out. To do. For this reason, even if the non-AT is won, when the avoidance navigation effect is executed when the push order bell is won, the net increase in the number of medals acquired by the player increases, which is beneficial to the player and is a hobby of the game. Can be improved.

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

[About CZ and avoidance navigation]
In the present embodiment, the winning game is controlled by the CZ after the winning game is won by the CZ lottery, but the starting trigger of the CZ may be any trigger.

For example, the CZ may be started when the game state is controlled within the bonus in which the BB is won and the BB prize is missed. Then, CZ may end when BB wins a prize. Further, inside the bonus, it may be possible to win a BB prize when the leading role and the secondary role are missed when the push order bell is won. Then, by executing the avoidance navigation effect that notifies the operation procedure for winning the leading role when the push order bell is won during the guarantee period during the CZ, the BB winning can be avoided and the CZ can be continued. On the other hand, if the avoidance navigation effect is not executed when the push order bell is won during the non-guaranteed period during the CZ, the BB prize may be won. In this case, the CZ ends. Even in such an example, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the push order bell is won during the guarantee period during CZ, whereas even if the push order bell is won during the non-guaranteed period during CZ. 10
Be one that avoids the navigation performance with 0% of probability is not executed but it may also. Further, when the push order bell is won during the fanning effect, the avoidance navigation effect that avoids the BB winning in which the CZ ends may be executed regardless of whether or not the AT is won.

For example, when the gaming state shifts from the normal RT to the advantageous RT that is advantageous to the player, the CZ starts, and the fall lip winning (in the case of this embodiment, the lip 6 winning) and the missed 1-3 are derived. Occasionally, the CZ may end as the gaming state transitions from the advantageous RT to the normal RT. Then, for example, if the avoidance navigation effect for avoiding the fall lip winning is executed when the push order lip is won during the guarantee period during the CZ, the fall lip winning can be avoided and the control to the advantageous RT continues. With, CZ can be continued. On the other hand, if the avoidance navigation effect is not executed when the push order lip is won during the non-guaranteed period during the CZ, the fall lip may be won. In this case, the game state shifts from the advantageous RT to the normal RT. CZ ends. Even in such an example, in the guaranteed period during CZ, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the push order rip is won, whereas in the non-guaranteed period during CZ, even if the push order rip is won. It is one that avoids the navigation performance is not executed in a probability of 100% but it may also. In addition, when the push order lip is won during the fanning effect, the avoidance navigation effect is executed to avoid the fall lip winning, which ends the control to the advantageous RT and the CZ ends regardless of whether the AT is won or not. You may. Furthermore, during the guaranteed period during CZ, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability when the push order bell is won, whereas during the non-guaranteed period during CZ, there is a 100% probability that the push order bell is won. The avoidance navigation effect may not be executed. In addition, when the push order bell is won during the fanning effect, the avoidance navigation effect is executed to avoid the derivation of the missed items 1 to 3 where the control to the advantageous RT ends and the CZ ends regardless of whether the AT is won or not. It may be a thing. In the CZ during the advantageous RT, when the image of "WIN" notifying the AT winning is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 at the end of the fanning effect, only the CZ is terminated while the control to the advantageous RT is continued. , It may be controlled to ART (AT and advantageous RT state) as it is. In this way, the probability of winning the AT during the CZ started by the transition of the game state from the normal RT to the advantageous RT can be increased, and the ART can be controlled as it is by using the assigned navigation stock. The game can proceed smoothly.

The CZ may be controlled when the gaming state changes, or the gaming state may be maintained but only the effect (for example, the background effect) changes.

In the present embodiment, the presence or absence of CZ winning is determined using the CZ lottery table shown in FIG. 20A, but the low probability of winning the CZ and the high probability of winning the CZ are high. There may be a condition. For example, when the bonus is inside, the CZ lottery may be performed using a lottery table having a higher probability of winning the CZ than when the bonus is not inside.

In the present embodiment, the warranty period during CZ is executed over a plurality of games, but it may end in one game. Further, in the present embodiment, the fanning effect is also executed over a plurality of games, but it may be completed in one game.

In the present embodiment, when the push order bell is won during the fanning effect, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a probability of less than 100% if the non-AT is won, but the same as when the AT is won. The avoidance navigation effect may be executed with a 100% probability. In this way, when the push order bell is won, the avoidance navigation effect is executed with a 100% probability regardless of whether or not the AT is won. Therefore, depending on the execution of the avoidance navigation effect, whether or not the AT is won is surely confirmed. Not known to the player.

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

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

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

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

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

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the main control unit 41 executes the control related to the AT described above, but the sub-control unit 91 may execute the control. The sub control unit 91 performs, for example, an AT lottery process or an additional lottery process based on an internal winning command from the main control unit 41, and executes a process for controlling the AT or a navigation effect according to the result. Processing or the like may be performed.

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

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

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

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

1 slot machine, 2L, 2C, 2R reel, 6 MAXBET switch, 7 start switch, 8L, 8C, 8R stop switch, 41 main control unit, 51 liquid crystal display, 91 sub control unit.

Claims (1)

Equipped with a variable display unit that can variablely display multiple types of identification information that can be identified by each.
In a slot machine in which a display result can be derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit after variable display of the variable display unit and a prize can be generated according to the display result.
Predetermining means to determine the display result that allows derivation,
Derivation operation means operated by the player to derive the display result,
A derivation control means that controls the derivation of the display result according to the determination result of the prior determination means and the operation of the derivation operation means.
Granting decision means to decide whether or not to grant benefits,
A notification means for notifying the operation procedure of the derivation operation means, and
Specific state control means that controls to a specific state,
Wherein when whether or not to give the benefits in a particular state is determined, it includes a suggested directing execution means for executing an indication effect suggesting whether the privilege has been granted, and
The determination result of the prior determination means includes an end determination result in which the derivation of the end display result suggesting that the privilege is not granted by being derived is allowed.
The notification means, avoid the derivation of the suggestion If the decision result of the pre-determination means during production has become the decision to terminate a result, the end displays the results in a probability of 100% when the benefits have been granted A slot machine that notifies an operation procedure for avoiding derivation of the end display result with a predetermined probability of less than 100% when the privilege is not given .

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