JP6881924B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to gaming machines such as pachinko gaming machines and slot machines.

Some gaming machines, such as pachinko gaming machines and slot machines, are provided with decorations such as structures for entertaining players. As such a gaming machine, there is a gaming machine provided with a structure provided so as to project from the front surface of the gaming machine (see, for example, Patent Document 1). By providing such a decoration, the attention of the player can be increased.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2016-7385

However, since the gaming machine disclosed in Patent Document 1 is provided with a structure, although it attracts the attention of the player when it is installed on the gaming island, there is a possibility that force may be applied from the side or the like. There was a concern that the structure would become more fragile.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of ensuring the strength of the gaming machine while raising the attention of the player.

(A) A gaming machine capable of performing a predetermined game.
A production device equipped with a production area and
A protrusion arranged adjacent to the effect device and
First control means and
A second control means that performs control according to the control information received from the first control means is provided.
The first control means
A control information generation means that generates control information and stores it in the control information storage area,
A control information transmitting means for transmitting control information stored in the control information storage area to the second control means is included.
The control information generating means generates a plurality of types of state control information capable of specifying the control state of the first control means at each of a plurality of timings including the first timing and the second timing in the unit game which is a unit game. Includes state control information generation means
The plurality of types of state control information generated by the state control information generating means at one timing are control states that can be changed between one unit game and another unit game, and are the first timing and the first timing in one unit game. It includes first state control information that can specify a control state that does not change at two timings, and second state control information that can specify a control state that can change at the first timing and the second timing in one unit game.
The state control information generation means
After generating the second state control information at a plurality of timings, the first state control information is generated.
At any of the multiple timings, multiple types of common state control information are generated by common control.
The effect device and the protrusion are covered with an integrally molded covering member.
(1) A gaming machine capable of performing a predetermined game, and an effect device (for example, a liquid crystal display 51 or the like) including an effect area (for example, an image display area 51a in the liquid crystal display 51) and the above. A projecting portion (for example, a decorative panel 70 or the like) arranged adjacent to the effect device is provided, and the effect device and the projecting portion are covered with an integrally molded covering member (for example, a cover member 61 or the like). It is characterized by being.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to secure the strength of the gaming machine while increasing the attention of the player.

(2) In the gaming machine (for example, slot machine 1 or the like) of the above (1), the covering member has a translucent property (for example, the cover member 61 has a translucent property). May be good.

According to such a configuration, the protruding portion can be visually recognized and the decorative effect can be enhanced.

(3) In the gaming machine (for example, slot machine 1 or the like) according to the above (1) or (2), the covering member is pressed against the tip of the protruding portion (for example, the front end of the decorative panel 70). A pressing portion (for example, a front pressing member 78 of the decorative panel 70) may be provided.

According to such a configuration, the strength of the gaming machine can be increased.

(4) In any of the game machines (1) to (3) above (for example, slot machine 1 or the like), the protruding portion protrudes forward from the housing (for example, housing 1a or the like). (For example, the decorative panel 70 projects forward from the housing 1a, etc.) is a decorative plate (for example, the decorative panel 70, etc.), and the decorative plate is decorated on both sides (for example, the decorative panel). The right design sheet 71R and the right light guide plate 72R may be provided on the right side of the 70, and the left design sheet 71L and the left light guide plate 72L may be provided on the left side of the decorative panel 70).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to provide a more decorative gaming machine, and it is possible to preferably raise the attention of the player.

(5) In any of the game machines (1) to (4) above (for example, slot machine 1 or the like), a first lighting unit that illuminates one side of the decorative plate and the other side of the decorative plate. A second lighting unit for illuminating the above may be provided.

According to such a configuration, individual lighting can be performed and the decorative effect can be enhanced.

(6) A variable display unit (for example, a slot machine 1 or the like) according to any one of (1) to (5) above, which can variablely display a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified by each. In a gaming machine (for example, slot machine 1 or the like) equipped with reels (2L, 2C, 2R, etc.), the variable display unit is variablely displayed, the display result is derived, and a prize can be generated according to the display result. The game control means (for example, the main control unit 41) that controls the above, and the effect control means (for example, the sub control unit 91, etc.) that produces an effect based on the control information (for example, a command) transmitted from the game control means. And the derivation operation means (for example, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, etc.) operated by the player to derive the display result, and the operation mode (for example, stop order, etc.) of the derivation operation means are identifiablely notified. The game control means is provided with an operation mode notification means (for example, navigation notification, navigation effect, etc.) that can be performed, and the game control means determines a display result that is allowed to be derived before the display result is derived. Notification target results (for example, notification target combination, etc.) for which the determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) and the determination result of the advance determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) are subject to notification (for example, navigation notification, etc.) A notification state control means for controlling a notification state (for example, a state in which navigation notification is executed) in which an advantageous operation mode advantageous for the player (for example, a stop order advantageous for the player) is notified when And the specific control information (for example, the first internal winning command, the second internal winning command, etc.) regarding the determination result of the pre-determining means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) is provided to the effect control means (for example, sub-control unit). The specific control information transmitting means includes a specific control information transmitting means (for example, an internal winning command setting process) to be transmitted to the specific control information transmitting means (for example, a state in which a navigation notification is executed). When the determination result of the advance determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) becomes the notification target result (for example, notification target combination, etc.) regardless of whether or not it is controlled by The specific control information (for example, a second internal winning command) that can be specified but cannot specify the advantageous operation mode (for example, the stop order that is advantageous for the player) is transmitted to the effect control means. You may try to do it.

According to such a configuration, in the one provided with the game control means and the effect control means, it is possible to avoid the problem caused by the effect control means side being fraudulent.

(7) A variable display unit (for example, a slot machine 1 or the like) according to any one of (1) to (5) above, which can variablely display a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified by each. In a gaming machine (for example, slot machine 1 or the like) equipped with reels (2L, 2C, 2R, etc.), the variable display unit is variablely displayed, the display result is derived, and a prize can be generated according to the display result. A game control means (for example, main control unit 41, etc.) that controls the above, and an effect control means (for example, sub control unit 91, etc.) that produces an effect based on control information (for example, a command, etc.) transmitted from the game control means. ), The derivation operation means (for example, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, etc.) operated by the player to derive the display result, and the operation mode (for example, stop order, etc.) of the derivation operation means can be identified. The game control means includes operation mode notification means (for example, navigation notification, navigation effect, etc.) capable of notifying, and the game control means determines a display result that is allowed to be derived before the display result is derived. A numerical value setting means for setting a different numerical value (for example, a winning number, etc.) for each determination result of the preliminary determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) and the preliminary determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.), and the numerical value setting. With a predetermined control means that performs predetermined control (for example, setting of an internal winning flag, navigation notification, command creation, stop control of reels 2L, 2C, 2R, etc.) according to a numerical value (for example, a winning number, etc.) set by the means. , It is advantageous for the player when the determination result of the advance determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) becomes the notification target result (for example, the notification target combination, etc.) to be notified (for example, navigation notification, etc.). A notification state control means for controlling an advantageous operation mode (for example, a stop order advantageous for the player) to a notification state (for example, a state in which navigation notification is executed) and the advance determination means (for example, for example). The specific control information transmitting means for transmitting specific control information (for example, a first internal winning command, a second internal winning command, etc.) regarding a determination result of (internal lottery, etc.) to the effect control means, and the above. A predetermined numerical range (for example, 2 to 19, 23 to 34, etc.) is set as a numerical value (for example, a winning number, etc.) set by the numerical value setting means when the notification target result (for example, a notification target combination, etc.) is obtained. The specific control information transmitting means is set by the numerical value setting means at least in a state other than the notification state (for example, a state in which navigation notification is executed). When the numerical value (for example, the winning number, etc.) is within the predetermined numerical range (for example, 2 to 19, 23 to 34, etc.), it means that the notification target result (for example, the notification target combination, etc.) is obtained. The effect control means (for example, the sub control unit 91, etc.) can be used to provide the specific control information (for example, a second internal winning command) that can be specified but cannot specify the advantageous operation mode (for example, a stop order that is advantageous for the player). ) May be sent.

According to such a configuration, it can be determined whether or not the result is the notification target result by whether or not the numerical value used when performing the predetermined control is within the predetermined numerical range assigned to the notification target result. , The process of transmitting specific control information can be simplified.

(8) The first control means (for example, a slot machine 1 or the like) in any of the above (1) to (5) and a game machine (for example, a slot machine 1 or the like) for playing a game. For example, the main control unit 41 and the like) and the second control means (for example, the sub control unit 91 and the like) that perform control according to the control information received from the first control means are provided. The control means (for example, the main control unit 41, etc.) has a first timing (for example, at the start of a game) and a second timing (for example, at the end of a game) in one unit of a game (for example, a game). ), And a plurality of types of state control information (for example, a control state command) capable of specifying the control state of the first control means (for example, the main control unit 41, etc.) for each of a plurality of timings including the second control. A plurality of types of state control information (for example, control state command, etc.) including a state control information transmitting means to be transmitted to means (for example, sub-control unit 91, etc.) and transmitted by the state control information transmitting means at one timing. Can specify a control state (for example, a stop order that is advantageous to the player) that does not change between the first timing (for example, at the start of the game) and the second timing (for example, at the end of the game). A control state that can change at the first state control information (for example, control state command 2, etc.), the first timing (for example, at the start of a game), and the second timing (for example, at the end of a game). The second state control information (for example, control state command 1 and the like) capable of specifying (for example, a game state) and the state control information transmitting means are common to any of a plurality of timings. A plurality of types of state control information (for example, control state command, etc.) may be transmitted by the control of (for example, control state command batch setting process, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the first state control information capable of specifying the control state that does not change between the first timing and the second timing in the one unit game, and the first timing and the first timing in the one unit game. A plurality of types of state control information including a second state control information capable of specifying a control state that can change at the second timing, and a plurality of timings including the first timing and the second timing in one unit of game. In the configuration of transmitting each time, since these multiple types of state control information are transmitted by common control at any timing, the second control means side grasps the control state of the first control means in detail. , The program capacity when the first control means transmits the state control information can be reduced.

It is a front view of the slot machine of the Example to which this invention was applied. It is a perspective view which shows the internal structure of a slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement of a reel. It is a perspective view which shows the upper part of the case of a slot machine. It is an exploded perspective view of a cover member and a decorative panel. It is a partial regular sectional view of a decorative panel. (A) is an exploded perspective view of the left light guide plate, the left design sheet and the light-shielding plate, and (B) is an exploded perspective view of the right light guide plate, the right design sheet and the light-shielding plate. (A) is a side view of the decorative panel, and (B) is an enlarged view of the X portion of (A). It is an exploded view which looked at the decorative panel from the rear side. (A) is an exploded perspective view of the decorative panel viewed from the right rear side, and (B) is an exploded perspective view of the decorative panel viewed from the right front side. (A) is an exploded perspective view showing the relationship between the right light guide plate and the right design sheet, and (B) is an exploded perspective view showing the relationship between the left light guide plate and the left design sheet. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the LED and the light guide plate in one slot machine and another slot machine. It is an exploded perspective view of the light guide plate and the light-shielding plate of the second example. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a slot machine. It is a figure which shows the winning number and transmission number of a special combination in the 1st internal winning command transmitted by a main control unit. It is a figure which shows the winning number and transmission number of a general combination and a re-game combination in the second internal winning command transmitted by a main control unit. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the internal winning command setting process performed by the main control unit. It is a figure which shows the navigation number in the push order command transmitted by the main control unit. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the push order command setting process performed by the main control unit. 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 flowchart which shows the control content of the winning judgment command setting process performed by the main control unit. It is a figure for demonstrating the control state command which a main control part sends to a sub control part. It is a flow chart which shows the control content of the transmission command setting process at the start of a game executed by a main control part. It is a flow chart which shows the control content of the control state command batch setting process executed by the main control part. It is a flow chart which shows the control content of the command setting process executed by the main control part. It is a flow chart which shows the control content of the transmission command setting process at the end of a game executed by a main control part.

A mode for carrying out a slot machine, which is an example of a gaming machine according to the present invention, will be described below. In the following embodiments, the front-back and left-right directions are shown as viewed from the player side. For example, "right side", "left side", "front (or front) side", and "rear (or back) side" all refer to the direction seen from the player side. In addition, the dimensions of each drawing may differ from the actual dimensions.

As shown in FIG. 1, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes a housing 1a having an open front surface and a front door 1b rotatably pivotally supported at a side end of the housing 1a. There is. The front door 1b can open and close the opened front side of the housing 1a by rotating with respect to the housing 1a.

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

As shown in FIG. 3, "red 7", "blue 7", "white 7", "BAR", "watermelon", "cherry a", and "cherry" are formed on the outer circumferences of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, respectively. Twenty-one each of a plurality of mutually distinguishable symbols such as "b", "bell", "replay a", "replay b", and "plum" are drawn in a predetermined order. The symbols 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 front door 1b.

Each reel 2L, 2C, 2R is rotated by the corresponding reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R (see FIG. 14), so that the symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are continuous with the perspective window 3. While the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped rotating, three consecutive symbols are derived and displayed on the perspective window 3 as a display result.

Inside the reels 2L, 2C and 2R, the reel sensors 33L, 33C and 33R (see FIG. 14) that detect the reference position for each of the reels 2L, 2C and 2R, and the reels 2L, 2C and 2R are placed from the back. A reel LED 55 (see FIG. 14) for irradiating is provided. Further, the reel LED 55 is composed of 12 LEDs corresponding to three consecutive symbols of reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and each symbol can be independently irradiated.

A liquid crystal display 51 is provided above the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R of the front door 1b, and a cover member 61 is provided on the front surface of the image display area 51a of the liquid crystal display 51. The cover member 61 is made of a transparent member, and the rear side can be visually recognized from the player side via the cover member 61. As shown in FIG. 4, the cover member 61 includes a liquid crystal transmitting portion 61a and a reel transmitting portion 61b, and the liquid crystal display 51 shown in FIG. 1 is arranged behind the liquid crystal transmitting portion 61a, and the reel transmitting portion 61. Each reel 2L, 2C, 2R is arranged on the rear side of 61b. The cover member 61 has translucency (light transmissivity) and can be visually recognized from the player side via the liquid crystal transmissive portion 61a. Each reel 2L, 2C, 2R is a reel transmissive portion. It can be visually recognized from the player side via 61b. Further, the liquid crystal transmitting portion 61a projects toward the front side of the reel transmitting portion 61b. A decorative panel 70 is attached to the upper right side of the cover member 61. The decorative panel 70 is arranged adjacent to the liquid crystal display 51 (see FIG. 1). The decorative panel 70 is arranged so as to project from a part of the liquid crystal display 51 and the housing 1a. Further, as shown in FIG. 2, a panel retracting portion 70A and a lower side panel 70B are provided below the decorative panel 70. The lower side panel 70B projects more than the liquid crystal display 51, but the amount of protrusion is smaller than that of the decorative panel 70. The panel retracting portion 70A is retracted rearward from the decorative panel 70 and the lower side panel 70B.

FIG. 5 is an exploded perspective view of the cover member and the decorative panel, FIG. 6 is a partial normal sectional view of the decorative panel, and FIG. 7 (A) is an exploded perspective view of the left light guide plate, the left design sheet, and the light shielding plate. (B) is an exploded perspective view of the right light guide plate, the right design sheet, and the light shielding plate. As shown in FIG. 5, the cover member 61 includes a liquid crystal transmitting portion 61a and a decorative panel mounting portion 61c arranged on the right side of the reel transmitting portion 61b. The decorative panel 70 is attached to the decorative panel mounting portion 61c of the cover member 61. Further, in the cover member 61, the liquid crystal transmitting portion 61a, the reel transmitting portion 61b, and the decorative panel mounting portion 61c are integrally molded. The liquid crystal display 51 and the decorative panel 70 are covered with a cover member 61.

An upper cover pressing member 62 is provided above the cover member 61, and an upper cover pressing frame 63 is provided in front of the upper cover pressing member 62. A left cover pressing frame 64 is provided on the left side of the cover member 61, and an upper left cover pressing frame 65 is provided above the left cover pressing frame 64. An upper rear cover pressing frame 66 is provided on the rear side of the upper cover pressing member 62. The left speaker (speaker) 53 shown in FIG. 4 is provided on the left side of the switching portion between the liquid crystal transmitting portion 61a and the reel transmitting portion 61b in the cover member 61, and the right speaker (speaker) 54 is provided on the right side. ..

As shown in FIGS. 5 and 6, the decorative panel 70 includes a light-shielding plate 71. The left design sheet 71L is arranged on the left side of the light-shielding plate 71, and the right design sheet 71R is arranged on the right side of the light-shielding plate 71. The left light guide plate 72L is arranged on the left side of the left design sheet 71L, and the right light guide plate 72R is arranged on the right side of the right design sheet 71R. Different characters are drawn on the left design sheet 71L and the right design sheet 71R (see FIG. 11).

The left presser plate 73L is arranged on the left side of the left light guide plate 72L, and the right presser plate 73R is arranged on the right side of the right light guide plate 72R. A wiring case 74 is attached to the left side surface of the left presser plate 73L, and a decorative panel attachment portion 61c of the cover member 61 is attached to the left side of the left presser plate 73L with the wiring case 74 interposed therebetween.

In the decorative panel 70, the left presser plate 73L, the left light guide plate 72L, the left design sheet 71L, the shading plate 71, the right design sheet 71R, the right light guide plate 72R, and the right presser plate 73R are laminated in this order from the left side. When viewed from the left side of the decorative panel 70, the left light guide plate 72L is arranged on the back side of the left holding plate 73L, the left design sheet 71L is arranged on the back side of the left light guide plate 72L, and the left design sheet 71L is shielded from light. The plate 71 is arranged. When viewed from the right side of the decorative panel 70, the right light guide plate 72R is arranged on the back side of the right holding plate 73R, the right design sheet 71R is arranged on the back side of the right light guide plate 72R, and the right design sheet 71R is shaded on the back side of the right design sheet 71R. The plate 71 is arranged. A left light guide plate 72L and a right light guide plate 72R are assembled to the light shielding plate 71. The left design sheet 71L is sandwiched between the light-shielding plate 71 and the left light guide plate 72L. The right design sheet 71R is sandwiched between the light-shielding plate 71 and the right light guide plate 72R.

The left light guide plate 72L is pressed against the light shielding plate 71 by the left pressing plate 73L. By pressing the left light guide plate 72L, the left design sheet 71L is held by the left light guide plate 72L and the light shielding plate 71. The right light guide plate 72R is pressed against the light shielding plate 71 by the right pressing plate 73R. By pressing the right light guide plate 72R, the right design sheet 71R is held by the right light guide plate 72R and the light shielding plate 71.

The left presser plate 73L and the right presser plate 73R press the left light guide plate 72L and the right light guide plate 72R against the light shielding plate 71, respectively. A rear substrate 75 is disposed on the rear side of the light-shielding plate 71 on which the left light guide plate 72L and the right light guide plate 72R are pressed, and a front substrate 76 is disposed on the front side. Further, a rear pressing member 77 is provided on the rear side of the rear substrate 75, and a front pressing member 78 is provided on the front side of the front substrate 76. The front pressing member 78 includes a light-impermeable outer shell portion 78A and a light-emitting decorative portion 78B that transmits (semi-transmits) a certain amount of light. Each of the front pressing members 78 includes three light emitting decorative portions 78B extending in the vertical direction, and the light emitting decorative portion 78B is attached to the outer shell portion 78A. The light emitting decoration portion 78B is arranged on the front side of the front side substrate 76. The light emitting decoration unit 78B is beautifully shined and decorated by transmitting light.

An upper pressing member 79 is provided on the upper side of the light-shielding plate 71. The front pressing member 78 and the upper pressing member 79 press the decorative panel mounting portion 61c of the cover member 61 against the decorative panel 70. Of these, the front pressing member 78 presses the decorative panel mounting portion 61c to the front end portion (tip portion) of the decorative panel 70.

The left light guide plate 72L and the right light guide plate 72R are sandwiched between the left holding plate 73L and the right holding plate 37R. By tightening and fixing the left presser plate 73L and the right presser plate 73R to the light-shielding plate 71 with screws or the like, the left presser plate 73L, the left light guide plate 72L, the left design sheet 71L, the light-shielding plate 71, and the right design sheet 71R, respectively. The right light guide plate 72R and the right holding plate 73R are integrated to form a decorative unit. A rear pressing member 77 from the rear side, a front pressing member 78 from the front side, and an upper pressing member 79 from the upper side are fastened and fixed to the decorative unit by screws or the like.

The light-shielding plate 71 is made of a white resin that is light-impermeable. However, the light-shielding plate 71 may be made of another material such as metal. Further, it may be made of a light-transmitting material. As shown in FIGS. 7A and 7B, the light-shielding plate 71 includes a light-shielding plate main body 71a. The right side surface and the left side surface of the light-shielding plate main body 71a are the same color, and both are white. On the rear side of the light-shielding plate main body 71a, a rear outer frame portion 71b that projects in the left-right direction along the peripheral edge of the light-shielding plate main body 71a is provided. A plurality of left rear side light introduction support portions 71Lb are provided on the left side of the rear outer frame portion 71b, and a plurality of right rear side light introduction support portions 71Rb are provided on the right side of the rear outer frame portion 71b. There is.

On the surface side of the light-shielding plate main body 71a, a front outer frame portion 71c that projects in the left-right direction along the periphery of the light-shielding plate main body 71a is provided. A plurality of light projecting portions 71ca are formed in the front outer frame portion 71c. The plurality of light projecting portions 71ca are arranged apart from each other along the vertical direction. Further, the light projecting portion 71ca is formed on the right side of the light-shielding plate main body 71a, and is not formed on the left side of the light-shielding plate main body 71a.

An upper left boss portion 71d1 and a lower left boss portion 71d2 are provided on the rear side of the left side surface of the light-shielding plate main body 71a. The upper left boss portion 71d1 and the lower left boss portion 71d2 are arranged apart from each other in the vertical direction. A right front boss portion 71e1 and a right rear boss portion 71e2 are provided on the upper side of the light-shielding plate main body 71a on the right side surface. The right front boss portion 71e1 and the right rear boss portion 71e2 are arranged apart from each other in the front-rear direction. The upper left boss portion 71d1, the lower left boss portion 71d2, the right front boss portion 71e1, and the right rear boss portion 71e2 all have substantially the same cylindrical shape.

On the left side of the light-shielding plate main body 71a, a left outer frame portion 71f is provided along the peripheral edge portion. Similarly, on the right side of the light-shielding plate main body 71a, a right outer frame portion 71g is provided along the peripheral edge portion. A plurality of positioning protrusions 71h are provided on the rear side of the left side surface of the light-shielding plate main body 71a. These plurality of positioning protrusions 71h are arranged apart from each other in the vertical direction. Further, the plurality of positioning protrusions 71h are arranged between the upper left boss portion 71d1 and the lower left boss portion 71d2.

Below the light-shielding plate main body 71a, a wiring accommodating portion including a plurality of hook-shaped portions 71i is provided. The hook-shaped portion 71i has a substantially L-shaped cross section, and includes a hanging portion along the vertical direction and a horizontal portion bent in the horizontal direction from the lower end surface of the hanging portion. Wiring is arranged between the horizontal portion of the hook-shaped portion 71i and the light-shielding plate main body 71a. The wiring is protected by the hook-shaped portion 71i and the arrangement is secured.

The left design sheet 71L includes a left design sheet body 71La formed of a very thin film-like sheet. A plurality of positioning through holes 71La1 are provided on the rear side of the left design sheet 71L. The plurality of positioning through holes 71La1 are provided at positions corresponding to the plurality of positioning protrusions 71h on the light-shielding plate 71. Through holes 71La2 are provided above and below the positioning through hole 71La1. The through hole 71La2 is provided at a position corresponding to the upper left boss portion 71d1 and the lower left boss portion 71d2 in the light shielding plate 71.

The right design sheet 71R includes a right design sheet body 71Ra formed of a very thin film-like sheet. A plurality of positioning through holes 71Ra1 are provided on the rear side of the right design sheet 71R. The plurality of positioning through holes 71Ra1 are provided at positions corresponding to the plurality of positioning protrusions 71h on the light-shielding plate 71.

The left light guide plate 72L is made of a light-transmitting resin. The left light guide plate 72L may be made of a material other than resin and having light transmittance. As shown in FIG. 7A, the left light guide plate 72L includes a left light guide plate main body 72La. A plurality of left light introduction portions 72Lb are provided on the rear side of the left light guide plate main body 72La.

On the rear side of the left light guide plate main body 72La, an upper boss hole 72c1 and a lower boss hole 72c2 arranged apart from each other in the vertical direction are provided. These upper boss holes 72c1 and lower boss holes 72c2 are arranged at positions corresponding to the upper left boss portion 71d1 and the lower left boss portion 71d2 provided in the light-shielding plate main body 71a, respectively. The upper boss hole 72c1 has a substantially circular shape with a diameter slightly larger than the bottom surface of the upper left boss portion 71d1, and the lower boss hole 72c2 has a substantially circular shape with a diameter slightly larger than the bottom surface of the lower left boss portion 71d2. There is.

A plurality of positioning holes 72Ld are provided on the rear side of the left light guide plate 72L. The plurality of positioning holes 72Ld are provided at positions corresponding to the plurality of positioning protrusions 71h on the light-shielding plate 71. Further, a plurality of positioning protrusions 71h are inserted into the plurality of positioning holes 72Ld. The plurality of positioning holes 72Ld all have substantially the same shape, and form an oval shape slightly larger than the positioning protrusion 71h. The plurality of positioning holes 72Ld are all arranged so that the oval shaft faces in the vertical direction. The left light guide plate main body 72La is assembled to the left outer frame portion 71f provided on the left side of the light shielding plate main body 71a.

Like the left light guide plate 72L, the right light guide plate 72R is made of a light-transmitting resin. The right light guide plate 72R may be made of a material other than resin and has light transmittance. As shown in FIG. 7B, the right light guide plate 72R includes a right light guide plate main body 72Ra. A plurality of right light introduction portions 72Rb are provided on the rear side of the right light guide plate main body 72Ra. The number of left light introduction portions 72Lb in the left light guide plate 72L is smaller than that of the right light introduction portion 72Rb in the right light guide plate 72R.

A front boss hole 72Rc1 and a rear boss hole 72Rc2 arranged apart from each other in the front-rear direction are provided on the upper side of the right light guide plate main body 72Ra. These front boss holes 72Rc1 and rear boss holes 72Rc2 are arranged at positions corresponding to the right front boss portion 71e1 and the right rear boss portion 71e2 provided in the light-shielding plate main body 71a, respectively. The front boss hole 72Rc1 has a substantially circular shape having a diameter slightly larger than the bottom surface of the right front boss portion 71e1. The rear boss hole 72Rc2 has an oval shape slightly larger than the bottom surface of the right rear boss portion 71e2. The right light guide plate main body 72Ra is assembled to the right outer frame portion 71g provided on the right side of the light shielding plate main body 71a.

A right front light introduction portion 72Rd is formed on the front side of the right light guide plate main body 72Ra. The right front light introduction unit 72Rd has substantially the same shape as the left light introduction unit 72Lb and the right light introduction unit 72Rb. The right front light introduction unit 72Rd is arranged at a position corresponding to the light projection unit 71ca provided on the front side of the light shielding plate 71, and the number of the right front light introduction unit 72Rd is the same as the number of the light projection unit 71ca.

The rear outer frame portion 71b, the front outer frame portion 71c, and the left outer frame portion 71f of the light-shielding plate 71 all project to the left side of the left light guide plate 72L assembled to the light-shielding plate 71. Therefore, the left light guide plate 72L is assembled to the light shielding plate 71 in a state of being surrounded by the rear outer frame portion 71b, the front outer frame portion 71c, and the left outer frame portion 71f. The upper left boss portion 71d1 and the lower left boss portion 71d2 provided on the left side surface of the light shielding plate main body 71a also project to the left side of the left light guide plate 72L assembled to the light shielding plate 71. Therefore, the upper left boss portion 71d1 and the lower left boss portion 71d2 project to the left side of the left light guide plate 72L assembled to the light-shielding plate main body 71a. It can be done easily.

The rear outer frame portion 71b, the front outer frame portion 71c, and the right outer frame portion 71g of the light-shielding plate 71 all project to the right side of the right light guide plate 72R assembled to the light-shielding plate 71. Therefore, the right light guide plate 72R is assembled to the light-shielding plate 71 in a state of being surrounded by the rear outer frame portion 71b, the front outer frame portion 71c, and the right outer frame portion 71g. The right front boss portion 71e1 and the right rear boss portion 71e2 provided on the right side surface of the light-shielding plate main body 71a also project to the right side of the left light guide plate 72L assembled to the light-shielding plate 71. Therefore, since the right front boss portion 71e1 and the right rear boss portion 71e2 project to the left side of the right light guide plate 72R assembled to the light-shielding plate main body 71a, the assembly work using the right front boss portion 71e1 and the right rear boss portion 71e2 Etc. can be easily performed.

FIG. 8A is a side view of the decorative panel, and FIG. 8B is an enlarged view of an X portion of FIG. 8A. As shown in FIG. 8, the right light introduction portion 72Rb of the right light guide plate 72R has a tapered shape in which the rear side is wide and the front side is narrow. The tip of the right light introducing portion 72Rb has a convex shape in which the center in the vertical direction projects forward. In other words, both sides of the tip of the right light introducing portion 72Rb in the vertical direction project rearward from the center in the vertical direction. In this way, the tip surface of the right light introduction portion 72Rb is arranged so as to be inclined from the upper and lower end portions in the vertical direction toward the central portion. Therefore, the light introduced from the right light introduction unit 72Rb is likely to be widely diffused in the vertical direction in the right light guide plate main body 72Ra. The right light introducing portion 72Rb may have another shape, for example, a curved shape such as an arc shape may be formed instead of the tapered shape. Even if it is curved, the light introduced from the right light introduction unit 72Rb tends to be widely diffused in the vertical direction in the right light guide plate main body 72Ra.

The right rear light introduction support portion 71Rb of the light-shielding plate 71 extends in the front-rear direction from the rear end portion, and has a shape inclined so as to narrow in the height direction on the front side. The right light introduction portion 72Rb of the right light guide plate R is arranged between the two right rear side light introduction support portions 71Rb. Further, the inclined portion of the taper in the right light introduction portion 72Rb and the inclined portion on the front side of the right rear side light introduction support portion 71Rb are arranged so as to be substantially parallel to each other.

Further, the left light introduction portion Lb of the left light guide plate 72L shown in FIG. 7A has substantially the same shape as the right light introduction portion 72Rb of the right light guide plate 72R, and the left rear side light introduction in the light shielding plate 71. The support portion 71Lb has substantially the same shape as the right rear light introduction support portion 71Rb. The shape of the right rear side light introduction support portion 71Rb, the left rear side light introduction support portion 71Lb, the right light introduction portion 72Rb, and the left light introduction portion Lb may be other shapes. Further, although these shapes are common shapes, they may be individually different shapes.

The right presser plate 73R is made of a light-transmitting resin. The right pressing plate 73R is arranged on the rightmost side of the decorative panel 70, and the right side surface of the right pressing plate 73R constitutes the right side surface of the decorative panel 70. The left presser plate 74L is made of a light-transmitting resin. The left presser plate 73L is arranged on the leftmost side of the decorative panel 70, and the right side surface of the decorative panel mounting portion 61c of the cover member 61 is in contact with the left side surface of the left presser plate 73L.

A wiring case 74 is attached to the rear of the left side surface of the left holding plate 73. Wiring is routed between the wiring case 74 and the left holding plate 73. When viewed from the left side surface, about half of the rear portion of the left pressing plate 73 is hidden by a light-impermeable decorative member (not shown) provided inside the cover member 61. Therefore, it is difficult to see the rear half of the left presser plate 73 from the outside. The wiring case 74 is arranged at a position where it is difficult to see. Therefore, the wiring case 74 is made difficult to see from the outside.

FIG. 9 is an exploded view of the decorative panel as viewed from the rear surface side. The rear side substrate 75 arranged on the rear side of the light-shielding plate 71 shown in FIG. 5 is fixed to the rear pressing member 77. A plurality of LEDs are attached to the rear substrate 75. As shown in FIG. 9, a plurality of left side LEDs 75L and right side LEDs 75R are provided on the left side and the right side of the surface of the rear substrate 75, respectively. The left LED 75L and the right LED 75R are arranged at positions corresponding to the left light introduction portion 72Lb and the right light introduction portion 72Rb of the left light guide plate 72L, respectively. The number of the left LED 75L and the right LED 75R is the same as the number of the left light introduction unit 72Lb and the number of the right light introduction unit 72Rb, respectively.

The left side LED 75L and the right side LED 75R on the rear side substrate 75 are arranged so as to be separated from each other along the height direction. The plurality of left side LEDs 75L and right side LED 75R are arranged in a staggered pattern. Therefore, the left light introduction portion 72Lb of the left light guide plate 72L and the right light introduction portion 72Rb of the right light guide plate 72R are also arranged in a staggered manner.

The left LED 75L projects light forward. The light projected from the left LED 75L is introduced into the left light guide plate 72L from the left light introduction unit 72Lb. The light introduced into the left light guide plate 72L is directly from the left side surface of the left light guide plate 72L, or the light shielding plate main body 71a of the light shielding plate 71 in which the light shielding plate main body 71a of the light shielding plate 71 is arranged on the right side of the left light guide plate 72L. Becomes a reflector, is reflected by the light-shielding plate main body 71a, is emitted from the left side surface of the left light guide plate 72L, and the entire left side surface of the left light guide plate 72L emits light. Thus, the left side LED 75L illuminates the left side of the decorative panel 70. Similarly, the right LED 75Rs all project light forward. The light projected from the right LED 75R is introduced into the right light guide plate 72R from the right light introduction unit 72Rb. The light introduced into the right light guide plate 72R is reflected by the light shielding plate main body 71a of the light shielding plate 71 arranged directly from the right side surface of the right light guide plate 72R or on the left side of the right light guide plate 72R. It is reflected by the light-shielding plate main body 71a and is emitted from the right side surface of the right light guide plate 72R, and the entire right surface of the right light guide plate 72R emits surface light. Thus, the right side LED 75R illuminates the right side of the decorative panel 70.

FIG. 10A is an exploded perspective view of the decorative panel viewed from the right rear side, and FIG. 10B is an exploded perspective view of the decorative panel viewed from the right front side. The front substrate 76 arranged on the front side of the light-shielding plate 71 shown in FIG. 5 is fixed to the front pressing member 78. As shown in FIG. 10A, a plurality of front-side rear-facing LEDs 76B are provided on the rear surface of the front-side substrate 76. The plurality of front and rear facing LEDs 76B are arranged apart from each other along the vertical direction. The light projecting portion 71ca formed on the front outer frame portion 71c of the light-shielding plate 71 is formed corresponding to the front-side rear-facing LED 76B. Since the light projecting portion 71ca is formed on the right side of the light shielding plate main body 71a, the front rear facing LED 76B is also arranged on the right side of the light shielding plate main body 71a.

The front-back facing LED 76B projects light rearward. The light projected from the front-side rearward LED 76B passes through the light projecting unit 71ca. Since the light projecting unit 71ca is formed on the right side of the light shielding plate main body 71a, the light that has passed through the light emitting unit 71ca is introduced into the right light guide plate 72R shown in FIG. 7 (B) and becomes the left light guide plate 72L. Will not be introduced.

As shown in FIG. 10B, a plurality of front-side front-facing LEDs 76F are provided on the front surface of the front-side substrate 76. The plurality of front-facing front-facing LEDs 76F are arranged apart from each other along the vertical direction. A light emitting decorative portion 78B of the front pressing member 78 is arranged on the front side of the front substrate 76. The light projected from the front-side forward-looking LED 76F is emitted to the outside of the decorative panel 70 through the light emitting decorative portion 78B.

The first character CH1 is drawn on the right design sheet 71R, and the second character CH2 is drawn on the left design sheet 71L. The first character CH1 is drawn over the entire surface of the right design sheet 71R. The second character CH2 is drawn at a position closer to the front on the left design sheet 71L. Since the rear portion on the left side of the decorative panel 70 overlaps with the housing 1a, a part of the left design sheet 71L is hidden by the housing 1a and there is an invisible range, but all or part of the second character CH2 is It is drawn in a range excluding the range hidden in the housing 1a and not visible.

FIG. 11A is an exploded perspective view showing the relationship between the right light guide plate and the right design sheet, and FIG. 11B is an exploded perspective view showing the relationship between the left light guide plate and the left design sheet. As shown in FIG. 11A, a right emphasizing portion 72RP, which is a groove carved along the outer contour of the first character CH1, is formed on the left side surface of the right light guide plate 72R. As shown in FIG. 11B, a left emphasizing portion 72LP, which is a groove carved along the outer contour of the second character CH2, is formed on the right side surface of the left light guide plate 72L.

The right side surface of the right light guide plate main body 72Ra in the right light guide plate 72R is a light emitting surface that emits light by surface emission by the light introduced into the right light guide plate 72R from the right light introduction unit 72Rb and the right front light introduction unit 72Rd. Further, the left side surface of the left light guide plate main body 72La in the left light guide plate 72L is a light emitting surface that emits light by surface emission by the light introduced into the left light guide plate 72L from the left light introduction unit 72Lb. The right emphasis portion 72RP formed on the right light guide plate 72R and the left enhancement portion 72LP formed on the left light guide plate 72L are both formed on the back side of the light emitting portion.

Further, the decorative panel 70 can be attached to the slot machine according to the present embodiment, and can also be attached to the decorative panel in another slot machine, and is connected to the other slot machine (decorative panel) here. It is compatible. The other slot machines here are provided with decorative panels in which the design sheet and the light guide plate are arranged differently as compared with the slot machine according to the present embodiment. For example, in a decorative panel in another slot machine, a left presser plate, a left design sheet, a left light guide plate, a light shielding plate, a right light guide plate, and a right presser plate are laminated in this order from the left side. Hereinafter, the compatibility relationship between one slot machine corresponding to the present embodiment and another slot machine will be described.

FIG. 12 is a diagram showing the relationship between the LED and the light guide plate in one slot machine and another slot machine. In the example shown in FIG. 12, the relationship between the light-shielding plate and the light guide plate, the design sheet, and the LED on either the right side or the left side is shown, but it may be either left or right. For convenience of explanation, the design sheet is drawn thickly and the drawings are different from the actual dimensions.

As shown in the upper part of FIG. 12, the first decorative panel 70α in one slot machine includes a first light-shielding plate 71α, a first design sheet 81α, and a first light guide plate 72α. The second decorative panel 70β in another slot machine includes a second light-shielding plate 71β, a second design sheet 81β, and a second light guide plate 72β. The first decorative panel 70α includes a first LED85α, and the second decorative panel 70β includes a second LED85β.

In the first decorative panel 70α, the first light-shielding plate 71α, the first design sheet 81α, and the first light guide plate 72α are laminated in this order. In the second decorative panel 70β, the second light-shielding plate 71β, the second light guide plate 72β, and the second design sheet 81β are laminated in this order. In one slot machine, the left side LED 75L and the right side LED 75R are provided on the rear side substrate 75, and the rear side substrate 75 is fixed to the rear pressing member 77.

The LED in which the LED is arranged between the first LED 85α and the second LED β emits light to both the first light guide plate 72α in the first decorative panel 70α and the second light guide plate 72β in the second decorative panel 70β. It can be placed at the position to be introduced. By arranging it between the first LED 85α and the second LED β, it is possible to make one slot machine compatible with another slot machine. Furthermore, the LED may be arranged in a range that does not protrude from the right edge of the first light guide plate 72α and does not protrude from the left edge of the second light guide plate 72β. Such decorative panels can be made compatible with multiple slot machines.

Further, although the left light guide plate 72L and the right light guide plate 72R in the decorative panel 70 are both composed of one light guide plate, they may be composed of a plurality of light guide plates. Hereinafter, a second example in which the light guide plate is composed of a plurality of light guide plate portions will be described. FIG. 13 is an exploded perspective view of the light guide plate and the light shielding plate of the second example. In the example shown in FIG. 13, the relationship between the light-shielding plate and the light guide plate on either the right side or the left side is shown, but it may be either left or right.

As shown in FIG. 13, the light guide plate 82 includes a first portion 82A, a second portion 82B, and a third portion 82C. By arranging the first portion 82A, the second portion 82B, and the third portion 82C, the shape is substantially the same as the left light guide plate 72L shown in FIG. 7 (A). The light guide plate 82 is, so to speak, a light guide plate obtained by dividing the left light guide plate 72L into three parts. In this way, the light guide plate obtained by dividing the left light guide plate 72L into three parts may be used.

Positioning holes 82D are provided in the first portion 82A, the second portion 82B, and the third portion 82C of the light guide plate 82 shown in FIG. These positioning holes 82D are provided at positions corresponding to the positioning protrusions 71h (see FIG. 7B) provided on the light-shielding plate 71. Therefore, all of the first portion 82A, the second portion 82B, and the third portion 82C can be attached in a state of being positioned with respect to the light shielding plate 71. Further, compatibility can be provided between the left light guide plate 72L and the light guide plate 82 shown in FIG. 7 (A). Further, not only the left light guide plate but also the right light guide plate may be divided, or the left light guide plate and the right light guide plate may be divided. Further, the number of divided sheets may be two or four or more, and may be divided not only in the front-back direction but also in the vertical direction.

As shown in FIG. 1, the front door 1b uses a medal insertion unit 4 into which medals can be inserted, a medal payout outlet 9 from which medals are paid out, and credits, and is defined according to the gaming state within the range. The MAXBET switch 6 operated when setting the maximum bet number among the number of bets, the settlement switch 10 operated when the medals stored as credits and the medals used for setting the bet number are settled, The start switch 7, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, which are operated when the game is started, the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, which are operated when the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, and the production switch 56, which is used for the production, are operated by the player. Each is provided so that it can be operated. The height position where the medal insertion portion 4 and the effect switch 56 are provided corresponds to the height position of the panel retracting portion 70A, and corresponds to the height position between the decorative panel 70 and the lower side panel 70B. Since the panel retracting portion 70A is retracted behind the decorative panel 70 and the lower side panel 70B, it is decorated when the player inserts a medal into the medal insertion portion 4 or operates the effect switch 56. The player's hand is less likely to hit the panel 70, the panel retracting portion 70A, the lower side panel 70B, and the like. Therefore, while preventing a situation in which a panel or the like collides with the player's hand and causes discomfort to the player, the player's hand is decorated with a member protruding from the housing 1a (liquid crystal display 51). You can get more attention.

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

Further, as shown in FIG. 1, the front door 1b shows 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 prize, and the contents when an error occurs. A game auxiliary display 12 that displays an error code, information that can identify the reel stop order by the navigation notification described later, 1 BETLED 14 that notifies by lighting that the bet number is set to 1, and 2 bet numbers are set. 2BETLED15 that notifies by lighting that the bet number is set, 3BETLED16 that notifies by lighting that the number of bets is set 3, insertion request LED17 that notifies by lighting that a medal can be inserted, and a game by operating the start switch 7. For games, a start effective LED18 that notifies that the start operation is effective by lighting, a weighting LED19 that notifies that the wait is in progress by lighting, and a replaying LED20 that notifies that the replay game is in progress by lighting are provided. A display unit 13 is provided.

Inside the MAXBET switch 6, a BET switch effective LED21 (see FIG. 14) 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, and 22R (see FIG. 14) are provided to notify by lighting that the reel stop operation by the corresponding stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is effective. Inside the effect switch 56, an effect LED 56a (see FIG. 14) is provided to notify by lighting that the operation of the effect switch 56 is effective.

Inside the front door 1b, there is a reset switch 23 (see FIG. 14) that detects an error state described later and a reset operation for canceling the stop state described later by a predetermined key operation, and the setting value described later is being changed. A set value indicator 24 that displays the set value at that time while checking the set value, a stop switch 36a for selecting enable / disable of the stop function that controls the stop state at a predetermined trigger, and a predetermined An automatic settlement switch 36b for selecting the enable / disable of the automatic settlement function that controls the automatic settlement process, and a hopper tank provided inside the housing 1a for the flow path of medals inserted from the medal insertion unit 4. Insertion to detect medals inserted from the flow path switching solenoid 30 for selectively switching to either the 34a (see FIG. 2) side or the medal payout outlet 9 side and the medal insertion unit 4 and flowing down to the hopper tank 34a side. A medal sensor 31, a medal selector 29 having an insertion port sensor 26 for detecting the insertion of foreign matter on the upstream side of the insertion medal sensor 31, and a door opening detection switch 25 (see FIG. 14) for detecting the open state of the front door 1b are provided. ing.

Inside the housing 1a, as shown in FIG. 2, the above-mentioned reels 2L, 2C, 2R, reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R (see FIG. 14), and reel reference positions of the respective reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are respectively. A reel unit 2 composed of detectable reel sensors 33L, 33C, 33R (see FIG. 14), an external output board 1000 for outputting an external output signal (see FIG. 14), and medals inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 are stored. The hopper tank 34a, the hopper motor 34b for paying out the medals stored in the hopper tank 34a from the medal payout outlet 9 (see FIG. 14), and the payout sensor 34c for detecting the medal paid out by driving the hopper motor 34b (see FIG. 14). A hopper unit 34 and a power supply box 100 (see FIG. 14) 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 (see FIG. 14) for detecting that the stored medals are full is provided.

As shown in FIG. 2, the front surface of the power supply box 100 functions as a setting key switch 37 for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state, and as a reset switch for canceling an error state or a stop state in a normal state. However, in the setting change state, the reset / setting switch 38 that functions as a setting switch for changing the setting value of the winning probability (ball output rate) of the internal lottery described later, and the power supply that is operated when the power is turned on / off. A switch 39 is provided.

When playing a game on the slot machine 1 of this embodiment, first, medals are inserted from the medal insertion unit 4, or the number of bets is set using credits. To use the credit, 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. 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 perspective windows 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is a combination of winning symbols. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, only the winning line LN set across the symbols arranged horizontally in the middle stage of the reel 2L, the middle stage of the reel 2C, and the middle stage of the reel 2R, that is, the middle stage is used as the winning line. It has been decided. In this embodiment, only one winning line is applied, but a plurality of winning lines may be applied.

Further, in this embodiment, in order to make it easier to recognize that the winning line LN has a combination of symbols constituting the winning, the invalid lines LM1 to LM1 to 4 are set separately from the winning line LN.

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

When all reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, one game ends, and a predetermined combination of symbols (hereinafter, also referred to as a combination) on the winning line LN is displayed on each reel 2L, 2C, and 2R. If the game is stopped as a result, a prize will be generated, and a number of medals determined according to the prize will be given to the player and added to the credit. Further, when the maximum number of credits (50 in this embodiment) is reached, the medals are directly paid out from the medal payout outlet 9 (see FIG. 1). Further, when the combination of symbols accompanied by the transition of the gaming state stops on the winning line LN as the display result of each reel 2L, 2C, 2R, the combination of symbols is shifted to the gaming state according to the combination of symbols. ..

In this embodiment, the game starts when the operation of the start switch 7 is detected while the operation of the start switch 7 is valid, and the game ends when all the reels are stopped. In addition, one unit of control for executing the game (game control) starts when all the controls associated with the end of the previous game are completed, and when all the controls associated with the end of the game are completed. finish.

FIG. 14 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the slot machine 1. As shown in FIG. 14, the slot machine 1 is provided with a game control board 40, an effect control board 90, and a power supply board 101. The game control board 40 controls the game state, and the effect control board 90 controls the game state. The effect is controlled according to the above, and the drive power supply for the electric components constituting the slot machine 1 is generated by the power supply board 101 and supplied to each part.

An AC100V power supply is supplied to the power supply board 101 from the outside, and a DC voltage required for driving the electric components constituting the slot machine 1 is generated from the AC100V power supply, so that the game control board 40 and the effect control board 90 are generated. It is supposed to be supplied to. Further, the above-mentioned hopper motor 34b, payout sensor 34c, full tank sensor 35a, setting key switch 37, reset / setting switch 38, and power switch 39 are connected to the power supply board 101.

The game control board 40 includes the MAXBET switch 6, the start switch 7, the stop switch 8L, 8C, 8R, the settlement switch 10, the reset switch 23, the stop switch 36a, the automatic settlement switch 36b, the input medal sensor 31, and the door opening. The detection switch 25, the reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R are connected, and the payout sensor 34c, the full tank sensor 35a, the setting key switch 37, and the reset / setting switch 38 described above are connected via the power supply board 101. The detection signals of these connected switches are input. Further, on the game control board 40, the above-mentioned credit display 11, game auxiliary display 12, 1-3 BETLED 14 to 16, input request LED 17, start effective LED 18, wait LED 19, replay LED 20, BET switch effective LED 21, left. , Middle, right stop effective LEDs 22L, 22C, 22R, set value display 24, flow path switching solenoid 30, reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R are connected, and the hopper motor 34b and the above-mentioned hopper motor 34b described above are connected via the power supply board 101. A power switch 39 is connected, and these electric components are driven under the control of a main control unit 41, which will be described later, mounted on the game control board 40.

The game control board 40 has a main control unit 41 that performs processing related to the progress of the game and directly or indirectly controls each part of the control circuit mounted on the game control board 40, and an oscillation signal having a predetermined frequency. A control clock generation circuit 42 that generates a control clock CCLK, a random clock generation circuit 43 that generates a random clock RCLK that is an oscillation signal having a predetermined frequency different from the oscillation frequency of the control clock CCLK, and a game control board. The switch detection circuit 44 that takes in the detection signal input from the switches connected directly to the 40 or via the power supply board 101 and transmits it to the main control unit 41, and the motor drive signal (stepping) output from the main control unit 41. The motor drive circuit 45 that transmits the phase signal of the motor to the reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R, the solenoid drive circuit 46 that transmits the solenoid drive signal output from the main control unit 41 to the flow path switching solenoid 30, and the main control. The LED drive circuit 47 that transmits the LED drive signal output from the unit 41 to various indicators and LEDs connected to the game control board 40 and the voltage of the power supply supplied to the slot machine 1 are monitored to reduce the voltage drop. A power failure detection circuit 48 that outputs a voltage drop signal to that effect to the main control unit 41 when detected, and the main control unit 41 in a state where the power supply is unstable, such as when the power is turned on or when the power is cut off. It is equipped with a reset circuit 49 that gives a system reset signal to the clock.

An effect switch 56 is connected to the effect control board 90, and a detection signal of the effect switch 56 is input. Further, a liquid crystal display 51, an effect LED 52, a speaker 53, 54, a reel LED 55, a left LED 35L, a right LED 35R, a front rear facing LED 76B, a front front facing LED 76F, and other effect devices are connected, and these effect devices are connected to an effect control board. It is driven based on the control by the sub-control unit 91, which will be described later, mounted on the 90. Of these, the left LED 35L, the right LED 35R, the front rear facing LED 76B, and the front front facing LED 76F are independent of each other and can be driven under the control of the sub control unit 91. The left side LED 35L, the right side LED 35R, the front side rear facing LED 76B, and the front side front facing LED 76F may be commonly controllable, or a part thereof, for example, the right side LED 35R and the front side rear facing LED 76B may be commonly controlled. It is possible, and the left side LED 35L and the front side forward facing LED 76F may be controlled independently.

The effect control board 90 includes a sub control unit 91 composed of a microcomputer provided with a sub CPU 91a, a ROM 91b, a RAM 91c, and an I / O port 91d to control the effect, and a liquid crystal display 51 connected to the effect control board 90. The display control circuit 92 that controls the display, the effect LED 52, the LED drive circuit 93 that controls the drive of the reel LED 55, and the audio output circuit 94 that controls the audio output from the speakers 53 and 54, when the power is turned on or A reset circuit 95 that gives a reset signal to the sub CPU 91a when an initialization command from the sub CPU 91a is not input for a certain period of time, and a switch circuit 96 that detects a detection signal input from switches connected to the effect control board 90. The clock device 97 that outputs time information including date information and time information monitors the power supply voltage supplied to the slot machine 1, and when a voltage drop is detected, a voltage drop signal indicating that effect is sent to the sub CPU 91a. The power failure detection circuit 98 and other circuits are mounted.

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

Like the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 has an interrupt function, generates an interrupt when receiving a command from the main control unit 41, and acquires a command transmitted from the main control unit 41. , Executes command reception interrupt processing to be stored in the buffer. Further, the sub control unit 91 executes an interrupt process (sub) by generating an interrupt every time the number of input of the system clock reaches a certain number, that is, every fixed time interval (about 2 ms). Further, unlike the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 interrupts the process when an interrupt occurs based on the reception of a command, even if the timer interrupt process (sub) is being executed. The command reception interrupt process is executed in, and even if the interrupt that triggers the timer interrupt process (sub) occurs at the same time, the command reception interrupt process is executed with the highest priority. Further, the backup power supply is also supplied to the sub control unit 91 at the time of a power failure, and the data stored in the RAM 91c is held while the backup power supply is supplied.

In the slot machine 1 of this embodiment, the medal payout rate changes according to the set value. The medal payout rate is changed by using the winning probability according to the set value in the lottery that affects the advantage to the player such as the internal lottery. The set value is composed of 6 stages from 1 to 6, with 6 having the highest payout rate, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 the lower the payout rate. That is, when 6 is set as the set value, the advantage is highest for the player, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 is, the lower the advantage is.

In this embodiment, the winning lines that are activated when all reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped (in the case of this embodiment, all winning lines are always activated, so they are enabled in the following. A prize is won when a combination of symbols called roles is aligned on the winning line (the winning line is simply called the winning line). The combination may be a combination of the same symbols or a combination including different symbols.

The types of winning roles are determined according to the game status, but they can be broadly divided into small winning roles that involve payout of medals and re-starting the next game without the need to set the number of bets. There is a gaming role and a special role that involves a transition to a gaming state that is advantageous to the player. In the following, the small role and the replaying role will be collectively referred to as the general role. In order for each winning combination determined according to the game state to be won, it is necessary to win the internal lottery and set the winning flag of the winning combination in the RAM 41c. Of the winning flags for each of these winning combinations, the winning flags for the small winning combination and the replaying combination are valid only in the game in which the flags are set, and are invalid in the next game, but the winning flags for the special winning combination are , It is valid until the combinations of the allowed combinations are complete by the flag, and is invalid in the game in which the combinations of the allowed combinations are complete. That is, once the winning flag of the special role is won, even if the combination of the winning combination permitted by the flag cannot be aligned, the winning flag is not invalidated and is carried over to the next game. It becomes.

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

In the internal lottery, the number of judgment values determined according to the winning combination, the current game state, and the set value to be the target of the internal lottery is sequentially added to the random number value for the internal lottery (numerical data stored in the lottery work). When the numbers are added and the result of the addition overflows, it is determined that the winning combination has been won. Therefore, the winning combination is won with a probability (number of determination values / 65536) according to the magnitude of the number of determination values.

Then, the winning number indicating the result of the internal lottery is set in the RAM 41c. The winning number is used for setting an internal winning flag, navigating notification, command creation, stopping control of reels 2L, 2C, 2R, and the like.

When the winning of any of the winning combinations is determined, the winning flag corresponding to the winning combination determined based on the winning number is set in the internal winning flag storage work assigned to the RAM 41c. The internal winning flag storage work is composed of a 2-byte storage area, in which the upper byte is assigned as the special role storage work in which the winning flag of the special combination is set, and the lower byte is the winning of the general combination. It is assigned as a general role storage work for which a flag is set. Specifically, when the special role is won, the winning flag of the special role indicating that the special role is won is set in the special role storage work, and when the general role is won, the general role is won. A general role winning flag indicating that effect is set in the general role storage work. If neither combination nor combination of roles is won, the special combination storage work and the general combination storage work are cleared.

Next, a command transmitted by the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91 will be described. In this embodiment, the main control unit 41 transmits various commands to the sub control unit 91. Of the various commands, some commands will be described below. A command other than the following commands may be used.

The game state command is a command that can specify the game state of the game, and is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated to start the game.

The ART status command is a command that can specify whether or not AT is in progress, whether or not it is in ART, the number of games remaining until the specified number of games is reached, the number of games remaining in the precursory period, and the number of games remaining in ART. Is started and is sent after the game state command.

The internal winning command is a command that can specify the internal lottery result, and is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated to start the game and after the ART status command. The internal winning command includes a first internal winning command that can specify whether or not a special winning combination has been won, and a second internal winning command that can specify whether or not a general winning combination has been won. After the first internal winning command is transmitted, the second internal winning command is transmitted.

The push order command is a command that can specify the stop order, and is a stop when the start switch 7 is operated to start the game, after the internal winning command is transmitted, and due to the stop operation of each reel. Each time control is performed, it is sent after the stop command is sent.
In addition, in the game in which the navigation notification described later is executed, a push order command capable of specifying the stop order advantageous to the player is transmitted from the start of the game, and in the game in which the navigation notification is not executed, the advantageous stop order is transmitted. A push order command that cannot specify the stop order that is advantageous to the player is transmitted until the stop order is confirmed, and a push order command that can specify the stop order that is advantageous to the player is transmitted from the time when the advantageous stop order is determined.

The game state command, ART state command, and internal winning command are transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated and the game starts. Therefore, by receiving these commands, the start switch 7 is operated and the game starts. It is possible to identify that.

The ART lottery result command is a command that can specify whether or not the ART lottery or the additional lottery has been won, the number of games of the winning ART or the number of games to be added, and when the game starts, the ART lottery or the additional lottery It is transmitted after the internal winning command is transmitted in the game in which the additional lottery is performed.

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

The 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, or the area number of the stop position of the corresponding reel, and is a stop control associated with the stop operation of each reel. Is sent after the corresponding slip frame count command is sent each time.

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

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

The winning judgment command is a command that can specify whether or not there is a winning, the combination of symbols aligned on the winning line LN, the type of winning, and the number of medals to be paid out at the time of winning, so that the player stops the third stop reel. It is when the stop switch is pressed and the stop switch is released, and is transmitted after the game end command is transmitted.

Both the game end command and the winning judgment command are transmitted when the player presses the stop switch to stop the third stop reel and releases the stop switch. Therefore, by receiving these commands, It is possible to identify that all the operations necessary for advancing one game have been completed.

In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 has a notification period during which navigation notification can be executed, in which the main control unit 41 notifies the stop order that is advantageous to the player according to the result of the internal lottery according to the lighting mode of the game auxiliary display 12. It is possible to control the assist time (hereinafter referred to as AT).

When the main control unit 41 is controlled by the AT, the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification by winning the navigation target combination according to the game state, and the player is based on the winning number of the winning navigation notification combination. By notifying the stop order that is advantageous to the sub-control unit 91 and transmitting a push order command that can specify the stop order that is advantageous to the player based on the winning number to the sub-control unit 91, the liquid crystal display 51 and the like. The navigation effect using is executed. Further, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 can execute the navigation notification and execute the navigation effect by satisfying certain conditions even in the normal state where the AT does not control the control.

The gaming states in this embodiment include RT0 to 4, RB, and BB (RB). Among RT0-4, RB, and BB (RB), RB and BB have the highest medal payout rate per game, and are the most advantageous gaming states. Further, among RTs 0 to 4, RTs 0, 2 and 4 have a higher probability of winning the replaying combination, and the medal payout rate per game is higher than that of RTs 1 and 3, which is higher than that of RTs 1 and 3. It can be said that it is an advantageous state for the player. Further, among RT0, 2 and 4, RT0 and 2 can be said to be more advantageous to the player than RT4 in that the payout rate of medals per game is higher than that of RT4. Further, it can be said that RT2 is more advantageous to the player than RT0 in that the number of ART games described later is likely to be added.

Further, in the slot machine of the present embodiment, when the gaming state is RT 0 to 2, the main control unit 41 can execute the navigation notification that notifies the player in the stop order that is advantageous to the player according to the internal lottery result. It is possible to control the assist time (hereinafter referred to as AT), which is the notification period.

When the main control unit 41 is controlled by the AT, the main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification by winning the notification target combination according to the game state, and the sub control unit 91 receives the first internal winning command. , The second internal winning command and the push order command are transmitted to execute the navigation effect by the sub control unit 91.

In the navigation effect of this embodiment, the stop order advantageous to the player notified by the navigation notification is notified by the display of the navigation image from the liquid crystal display 51 and the output of the navigation voice from the speakers 53 and 54. For example, when notifying the stop order of left middle right, a stop switch 8L such as "123" (indicating that the left reel is the first stop, the middle reel is the second stop, and the right reel is the third stop). A stop order image showing the stop order of 8C and 8R is displayed. Further, as the navigation voice, for example, a voice indicating the stop order of the stop switch such as "left middle right!" (Indicating that the left reel is the first stop, the middle reel is the second stop, and the right reel is the third stop). Is output. Further, when notifying the stop order in which the left reel is the first stop, the stop order of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R such as "1--" (indicating that the left reel is the first stop) is indicated. Display stop order images. Further, as the navigation voice, for example, a voice indicating the stop order of the stop switch such as "left!" (Indicating that the left reel is the first stop) (indicating that the left reel is the first stop) is output. To do. The mode of the navigation effect is not limited to such a mode, and may be any mode as long as the player can distinguish it according to the winning situation. Further, the navigation effect is not limited to the one using the liquid crystal display 51, the speakers 53, 54, and may be executed by using the effect effect LED 52, the reel LED 55, or the like.

In this embodiment, the main control unit 41 performs an ART lottery to determine whether or not to control the ART (a state controlled by the AT at RT0) when the lottery condition is satisfied. Then, the main control unit 41 wins the ART lottery and controls the ART when the precursory period ends.

When controlling to ART, first control to AT. The state from the start of AT control to the transition to RT0 is also called the preparation state. The main control unit 41 executes the navigation notification when the target combination is won in the ready state.

Further, after the start of ART, the number of remaining games is subtracted by 1 each time one game is exhausted, and when the number of remaining games becomes 0, the control of AT is terminated. Along with this, the navigation notification is not executed.

Further, after the start of ART, if the lottery condition is satisfied before the number of remaining games becomes 0, an additional lottery is performed to determine whether or not to add the number of ART games. Then, when the additional lottery is won, the ART game number lottery for determining the number of ART games is performed, and the number of games won in the ART game number lottery is added to the remaining number of ART games.

In addition, if the lottery condition is satisfied after the start of ART and before the number of remaining games becomes 0, it is determined whether or not to shift to the additional state in which the probability that the number of ART games will be added is higher than during ART. An additional state lottery will be held.

Further, if the special combination is won after the start of ART and before the number of remaining games becomes 0, ART is interrupted by the end of RT2, and the counting of the number of ART games is also interrupted accordingly. When a special role is won during ART, the navigation notification is not sent even if the push order bell is won until the special role is won.

If a special role is won during ART and ART is interrupted, then the winning special role is won and the corresponding bonus is controlled, and the transition roll is stopped at RT3, which shifts after the bonus ends, and RT1 At the time of shifting to, the control of the AT is restarted, and along with this, the ART is restarted by shifting to RT0 again after the preparation state, and the counting of the number of remaining games of the ART is also restarted.

Further, RT2 is more advantageous to the player than RT0 in that the number of ART games is likely to be added, that is, it is advantageous to the player in that a privilege advantageous to the player is likely to be given. However, for example, the configuration may be advantageous to the player in that the probability of winning a specific combination is high, the probability of winning a specific combination is high, and the payout rate of medals is high.

Here, the advantageous privilege for the player is the right to be able to shift to the advantageous state for the player (winning the lottery to determine whether or not the advantageous state occurs, shifting to the advantageous state). The right to be notified of the operation mode that is advantageous to the player, the right to be controlled to a game state with a high expected value to which the game value is given, and the current game state is advantageous to the player. It is a directly advantageous privilege for the player, such as the right to be notified whether or not the game is in a good game state, the period controlled to the advantageous state (fixed number of games, average value of the number of games that fluctuates depending on the end condition, etc.). It may be a privilege that is not directly advantageous to the player, but may be a privilege that is indirectly advantageous to the player, for example, as a condition for obtaining the privilege on the Internet.

Next, the control content of the internal winning command transmission process performed by the main control unit 41 will be described.

In this embodiment, a winning number is assigned in advance for each type of lottery target combination, and a lottery target combination that may be carried over, that is, a special combination winning number table in which a winning number for each type of special combination is set. A lottery target combination that is not carried over, that is, a general combination winning number table in which a winning number for each type of general combination is set is stored in a predetermined area of ROM 41b.

As shown in FIG. 15, in the special winning combination number table, when none of the special winning combination is won, that is, the winning number of the outlier is "0", and the winning number of BB is "1", which is RB. The winning number is assigned "1".

Further, as shown in FIG. 16, in the general winning combination winning number table, winning numbers are assigned to each of the lottery target winning combinations. As shown in the figure, in the special winning combination winning number table and the general winning combination winning number table, the lottery target combination of the internal lottery and the winning number are set correspondingly.

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

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

As shown in FIG. 17, in the internal winning command setting process, first, in the internal lottery process, the winning number of the special combination set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is acquired (Sf1), and the acquired winning number is obtained by the sub-control unit 91. The transmission winning number to be transmitted to is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sf2), and the first internal winning command is stored in the command queue based on the transmission winning number. The command transmitted by the main control unit 41 is composed of two bytes, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command content). When storing the first internal winning command in the command queue, 41 stores a MODE indicating that it is the first internal winning command in the first byte, and wins a special role in the EXT of the second byte. Store the number.

In the step of Sf3, after storing the first internal winning command, the winning number of the general winning combination set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is acquired in the internal lottery process (Sf4), and the acquired winning number is less than 2. Winning obtained by sequentially determining whether or not there is (Sf5), whether or not it is less than 20 (Sf6), whether or not it is less than 23 (Sf7), and whether or not it is less than 35 (Sf8). It is determined which of the plurality of predetermined ranges the number is in.

Then, when it is determined in the step of Sf5 that the winning number is less than 2, that is, when the winning number is 0 or 1, the acquired winning number is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 for transmission winning. The number is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sf12). Further, when it is determined that the winning number is not less than 2 in the step of Sf5 and it is determined that the winning number is less than 20 in the step of Sf6, that is, when the winning number is any of 2 to 19, it is used as the winning number for transmission. 2 is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sf11). Further, when it is determined that the winning number is not less than 20 in the step of Sf6 and it is determined that the winning number is less than 23 in the step of Sf7, that is, when the winning number is any of 20 to 22, the winning number is assigned. The transmission winning number is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sf12). Further, when it is determined that the winning number is not less than 23 in the step of Sf7 and it is determined that the winning number is less than 35 in the step of Sf8, that is, when the winning number is any of 23 to 34, it is used as the winning number for transmission. 23 is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sf9). If it is determined in the step of Sf8 that the winning number is not less than 35, that is, if the winning number is 35, the winning number is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c as the transmitting winning number (Sf12).

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

After storing the second internal winning command in the command queue in the step of Sf10, the internal winning command setting process ends.

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

Further, in the internal winning command setting process of this embodiment, the winning number of the general winning combination set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c in the internal lottery process is within the first predetermined range (0 to 1, 20 to 22, 35). In this case, the winning number is set as the transmission winning number, and the second internal winning command including the transmission winning number is set in the command queue. As a result, in the second internal winning command, which is transmitted when the winning number within the first predetermined range (0 to 1, 20 to 22, 35) is set in the internal winning, the command is used. The winning number by the internal lottery can be specified based on the included sending winning number.

On the other hand, when the winning number is within the second predetermined range (2 to 19), one winning number (2) included in the second predetermined range is set as the transmission winning number, and the transmission winning is set. Set the second internal winning command, including the number, in the command queue. As a result, in the second internal winning command, which is transmitted when the winning number within the second predetermined range (2 to 19) is set in the internal winning, the transmission winning number included in the command is transmitted. It is not possible to specify which of the numbers in the second predetermined range (2 to 19) the winning number is based on the above, while the winning number is within the second predetermined range (2 to 19). It is possible to identify something.

If the winning number is within the third predetermined range (23 to 34), one winning number (23) included in the third predetermined range is set as the transmission winning number, and the transmission winning number is set. Set the second internal winning command, including the number, in the command queue. As a result, in the second internal winning command, which is transmitted when the winning number within the third predetermined range (23 to 34) is set in the internal winning, the transmission winning number included in the command is transmitted. It is not possible to specify which of the numbers in the third predetermined range (23 to 34) the winning number is based on, while the winning number is within the third predetermined range (23 to 34). It is possible to identify something.

The first internal winning command and the second internal winning command set in the internal winning command setting process of this embodiment are sequentially transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

Next, the control content of the push order command transmission process performed by the main control unit 41 will be described.

In this embodiment, navigation numbers (0 to 9) that can identify the reel stop order by navigation notification are assigned in advance, and among the lottery target combinations, the notification target combination is assigned a navigation number in advance for each type. , A navigation number table in which navigation numbers for each type of lottery target combination are set is stored in a predetermined area of ROM 41b. Specifically, the navigation numbers according to the pressing order are set in the navigation number table as shown in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 18, in the navigation number table, navigation numbers are set for each type of the notification target combination among the lottery target combinations. For example, "1" is set for the left bell 1, the left bell 2, the left bell 3, and the left bell 4. Further, for the replay GR11 to 16, the navigation number is set according to the winning status of the above-mentioned additional lottery. Note that navigation numbers are not set for normal replays, strong cherries, weak cherries, watermelons, and common bells, which are not the target roles for notification among the lottery target roles.

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

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 19, in the push order command setting process, first, after acquiring the winning number of the general winning combination set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c in the internal lottery process (Sg1), the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is obtained. Whether or not the navigation notification is performed (when the navigation notification is performed during AT or non-AT) by referring to the predetermined flag indicating whether or not the navigation notification is being performed, which is set to. Is determined (Sg2). If it is determined in the step of Sg2 that the navigation notification is not performed, whether or not the winning combination to stop at the winning line LN is determined based on the stop status of the reels 2L, 2C and 2R and the result of the internal lottery. (Sg5), and if the winning combination to stop at the winning line LN is not determined, the standard navigation number (0 in this embodiment) is set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c as the transmission navigation number (Sg6).

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

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

After the push order command is stored in the command queue in the step of Sg4, the push order command setting process is terminated.

The push order commands set in the push order command setting process of this embodiment are subsequently sequentially transmitted to the sub control unit 91.

Then, when the sub control unit 91 is specified to perform navigation notification on the main control unit 41 side based on the push order command, the above-mentioned first internal winning command, and the second internal winning command. In addition, a navigation effect is performed. When the sub-control unit 91 performs the navigation effect, the winning of the notification target combination is specified based on the second internal winning command, and the navigation number is other than "0" based on the push order command. That is, when it is specified that the push order advantageous to the player is other than the standard push order, the liquid crystal display 51 displays a stop order image showing the stop order according to the navigation number specified based on the push order command. To display. Further, in the navigation effect, an image suggesting a winning combination based on the second internal winning command is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

Next, the control content of the winning determination command transmission process performed by the main control unit 41 will be described.

In this embodiment, a winning number (0 to 64) is assigned in advance for each type of winning combination for the special combination and the general combination, and a winning number table in which the winning number is set for each type of winning combination is specified in ROM 41b. It is stored in the area.

As shown in FIGS. 20 to 22, the winning numbers are assigned for each type of winning combination, that is, for each combination of symbols stopped at the winning line LN. For example, "1" is assigned to "replay a-cherry a-cherry a" of the upper bell 1.

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

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

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

The winning determination commands set in the winning determination command setting process are sequentially transmitted to the sub control unit 91.

In the winning judgment command setting process of this embodiment, the winning judgment command that includes the winning number set in the RAM 41c in the winning judgment processing as it is is set in the command queue, so that the winning number is converted into a special command or the like that can be specified. The processing load can be reduced without performing processing.

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

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

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

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

The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes a decorative panel 70 arranged adjacent to the side of the liquid crystal display 51 provided in the housing 1a. A right design sheet 71R and a right light guide plate 72R are provided on the right side of the decorative panel 70, and a right LED 75R is provided on the rear side of the right light guide plate 72R. When light is introduced into the right light guide plate 72R by the right LED 75R and the right light guide plate 72R is illuminated, light is emitted from the right side surface of the right light guide plate 72R. When light is emitted from the right side of the right light guide plate 72R, it is projected on the right side of the character CH1 right light guide plate 72R drawn on the right design sheet 71R at this time. Therefore, the decorativeness of the decorative panel 70 and the decorativeness of the slot machine 1 can be enhanced.

On the left side surface of the right light guide plate 72R, a right emphasizing portion 72RP along the contour of the first character CH1 drawn on the right design sheet 71R and the right design sheet 71R is engraved and formed. Since the right emphasizing portion 72RP is formed, the glittering feeling of the first character CH1 displayed on the right side surface of the right light guide plate 72R can be increased, and the decorative effect can be enhanced accordingly. Therefore, it can be a highly decorative slot machine. Furthermore, the attention of the player can be suitably increased.

The decorative panel 70 includes a left design sheet 71L and a left light guide plate 72L as well as a right design sheet 71R and a right light guide plate 72R. Therefore, not only the right side of the decorative panel 70 but also the left side is enhanced. Therefore, the decorativeness of the slot machine 1 can be further enhanced. On the right side of the left light guide plate 72L, a left emphasis portion 72LP is formed along the contour of the second character CH2 drawn on the left design sheet 71L. Therefore, the decorativeness can be enhanced even on the left side of the decorative panel 70.

In the above slot machine 1, a light-shielding plate 71 is provided on the back side of the right design sheet 71R and the left design sheet 71L. Therefore, when the light introduced into the right light guide plate 72R is emitted from the right side surface of the right light guide plate 72R, the light shielding plate arranged directly from the right side surface of the right light guide plate 72R or on the left side of the right light guide plate 72R. It is reflected by the light-shielding plate main body 71a of 71 and emitted from the right side of the right light guide plate 72R. Therefore, the first character CH1 and the like drawn on the right design sheet 71R can be brightened by the light emitted from the right light guide plate 72R, and the visibility of the first character CH1 and the like can be enhanced.

Here, for example, if the light-shielding plate main body 71a of the light-shielding plate 71 is composed of a color having high light absorption such as black, the reflectance of the light-shielding plate main body 71a becomes low, and the light-shielding plate main body 71a is viewed from the right side of the right light guide plate 72R. It is conceivable that the amount of emitted light is also reduced and it cannot be sufficiently brightened. The same can be said for the left light guide plate 72L and the light shielding body body 71a. In this respect, since the light-shielding plate main body 71a is white, the light emitted from the right light guide plate 72R to the left side can be effectively reflected. Therefore, since the amount of light emitted from the right light guide plate 72R can be increased, the visibility of the first character CH1 or the like can be improved.

Similarly, when the light introduced into the left light guide plate 72L is emitted from the left side surface of the left light guide plate 72L, the visibility of the second character CH2 or the like drawn on the left design sheet 71L can be enhanced. At this time, since the reflectance from the light-shielding plate main body 71a is increased, the visibility of the second character CH2 and the like can be further enhanced.

The color of the light-shielding plate main body 71a may be other than white, and a color having high reflectance may be used. Further, although the color of the light-shielding plate main body 71a is the same as that of other parts of the light-shielding plate 71, it may be a different color. Further, the colors of the right side surface and the left side surface of the shading day plate main body 71a may be the same or different. Further, the color may be changed (patterned) depending on the location on the light-shielding plate main body 71a according to the right design sheet 71R and the left design sheet 71L. Further, by making the light-shielding plate main body 71a made of metal, for example, aluminum, the color of the light-shielding plate main body 71a becomes silver, and the light reflectance can be increased. However, since the weight of the metal product is heavier than that of the resin product, the light-shielding plate main body 71a may be used as the resin from the viewpoint of weight reduction. Further, the light-shielding plate main body 71a may be vapor-deposited with metal or smoothed to increase the reflection.

In the slot machine 1, the right light guide plate 72R is illuminated by irradiating light from the right LED 75R, and the left light guide plate 72L is illuminated by irradiating light from the left LED 75L. Further, the right side LED75R and the left side LED75L can be controlled independently of each other by the sub control unit 91. Therefore, different parts such as the first character CH1 and the second character, which are different parts of the left design sheet 71L and the right design sheet 71R, can be individually proved and illuminated. Therefore, the decorative effect can be enhanced.

In the decorative panel 70 in the slot machine 1, the first design sheet 81α is arranged on the back surface of the first light guide plate 72α, and the first light shielding plate 71α is arranged on the back surface of the first design sheet 81α, as shown in FIG. There is compatibility between the case where the second light guide plate 72β is arranged on the back surface of the second design sheet 81β and the case where the second light shielding plate 71β is arranged on the back surface of the second light guide plate 72β. There is. Therefore, the decorativeness can be changed according to the model of the slot machine.

As shown in FIG. 12, in the decorative panel 70 in the slot machine 1, the LEDs in which the LEDs are arranged between the first LED 85α and the second LED β are the first light guide plate 72α in the first decorative panel 70α and the second LED. It can be arranged at a position where light is introduced into any of the second light guide plates 72β in the decorative panel 70β. By arranging it between the first LED 85α and the second LED β, it is possible to make one slot machine compatible with another slot machine. Therefore, various effects can be executed.

In the slot machine 1, the decorative panel 70 is arranged adjacent to the liquid crystal display 51. Since the decorative panel 70 projects forward from the liquid crystal display 51, the player's attention can be raised. For example, even when the slot machine 1 is visually recognized from the outside of the game island, the decorative panel 70 protrudes from the housing 1a, so that the decorative panel 70 can be easily visually recognized, and the attention of the player can be increased accordingly. it can.

Since the decorative panel 70 projects more than the liquid crystal display 51, it can attract attention, but it is easy for an external force to be applied, and there is a high concern about damage. In this regard, in the slot machine 1, the liquid crystal display 51 and the decorative panel 70 are covered with an integrally molded cover member 61. Therefore, the decorative panel 70 is reinforced by the cover member 61, and the strength of the decorative panel 70 can be increased. Therefore, in the slot machine 1, it is possible to secure the strength of the gaming machine while increasing the attention of the player.

In the slot machine 1 described above, the cover member 61 has light transmission (light transmission). Therefore, even if the decorative panel 70 is covered with the cover member 61, the decorative panel 70 can be visually recognized. Therefore, the decorative effect of the slot machine 1 using the decorative panel 70 can be enhanced.
[Modification example]

A modified example of the process for the main control unit 41 to transmit a command will be described.

At the start of the game, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment updates and updates various control states (for example, whether or not a game state or a navigation notification is executed) with the start of the game. Controls related to the game (for example, internal lottery, navigation notification, lottery regarding advantageous states advantageous to the player, etc.) are performed based on the controlled state, and at the end of the game, the result of the game (for example, each reel) is performed. Various control states are maintained or updated according to the combination of symbols stopped at (the result of the lottery regarding the advantageous state). Further, at the start and end of the game, a control state command capable of specifying various control states at that time is transmitted to the sub control unit 91. The control state includes a plurality of types of states that are uniquely set according to the playability and design concept of each model of the slot machine 1, and the number of control state commands is the type of the control state. It is set according to the number.

As shown in FIG. 24, the control state command that can specify the control state is a control state that can specify the control state whose contents can change between the start of one unit of the game and the end of the game. It includes a command 1 and a control state command 2 that is unique to the game and can specify a control state whose contents do not change between the start of the game and the end of the game.

The control state command 1 includes a plurality of game state-related commands capable of specifying a control state related to the game state in the main control unit 41, and AT control during AT, that is, as an advantageous state advantageous to the player. A plurality of AT-related commands A capable of specifying a control state related to being present, and a plurality of AT-related commands B capable of specifying a control state related to non-AT, that is, AT not being controlled. The control state command 2 includes a plurality of in-game unique information commands capable of specifying a control state unique to the game.

Further, the game state-related command is, for example, a command capable of specifying the game state in the main control unit 41, and when the game state is changed as a predetermined number of games are played, in the game. A command that can specify the number of remaining games until the controlled game state ends, and when the game state is transferred by paying out a predetermined number of medals, it is controlled by the game. A command or the like that can specify the number of medals remaining until the end of the current game state is included.

Further, the AT-related command A includes, for example, a command capable of specifying the number of rights controlled by the AT as an advantageous state advantageous to the player, and the remaining games in which the control of the AT controlled in the game is continued. Commands that can specify the number etc. are included.

The AT-related command B includes, for example, a command capable of specifying the cumulative number of normal games played in a normal state in which the AT is not controlled after the control of the previous AT is terminated, and a command in which the normal state is performed. When the number of games reaches a predetermined number and is controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, a command that can specify the number of remaining games until the number of games is controlled to the advantageous state, the right to be controlled by AT is granted. The number of games remaining until the control of the AT is started is included.

The in-game unique information command group is controlled by, for example, a command that can specify the winning status of the AT lottery that determines whether or not to grant the right to be controlled by the AT as an advantageous state advantageous to the player, the AT. A command that can specify the additional status of the number of games, a command that can specify the stop order that is advantageous for the player, which is determined according to the result of the internal lottery at the start of the game, and a command that is determined according to the result of the internal lottery at the start of the game A command capable of specifying the type of effect (for example, a freeze state in which the progress of the game is delayed for a predetermined period, a reel effect performed using a reel in the freeze state, an effect suggesting an internal lottery result, etc.) is included.

As described above, in one command transmitted by the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment to the sub control unit 91, the first byte (MODE) represents the classification of the command, and the second byte (EXT) is the command. It is designed to represent the content. Each command included in the control state command is also composed of 2 bytes like the other commands. In particular, as shown in FIG. 24, the MODE of each series of commands included in the control state command is transmitted. It is set to consecutive numerical values (B0 to CF in this embodiment) corresponding to each order.

Further, the data indicating the content of the specific command to be transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 as EXT in each command included in the control state command is set in the area of the predetermined data address of the RAM 41c corresponding to each data. The data address of each data is set to be a continuous numerical value corresponding to the order of transmission, similar to the value of MODE, and the initial value (the first of the control state commands). It can be obtained by sequentially performing addition processing (processing of adding 1) from the data address of the command transmitted to.

Next, a game start transmission command setting process, which is a process for transmitting a command executed by the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment, will be described.

The main control unit 41 executes the winning number setting process when the game start operation is performed, and sets the winning number in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c so that the winning status of the internal lottery can be specified according to the result of the internal lottery. After that, the stop order data setting process is executed, and the stop order data that is advantageous to the player can be specified according to the internal lottery result, or the stop order that is advantageous to the player cannot be specified, but the standard push order (for example, The stop order data that can specify the left first stop) is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 91c. After that, the transmission command setting process at the start of the game is executed, and the control state command capable of specifying the control state at the start of the game and the internal winning command including the winning number capable of specifying the internal lottery result are transmitted to the sub-control unit 91. Set in the command queue to send to.

As shown in FIG. 25, in the game start transmission command setting process, first, a control state update process for updating the corresponding control state among a plurality of control states is executed as the game is started (Sa1). .. In the control state update process, among the control states, for example, the game state, the number of games remaining until the predetermined game state ends, the number of medals remaining until the predetermined game state ends, and the cumulative number of normal games. Etc., the control state determined by the result of the previous game is maintained without being updated.

After executing the control status update process in the step of Sa1, the control status command batch setting process for collectively setting the above-mentioned command group included in the control status commands that can specify each control status in the command queue is executed ( Sa2).

As shown in FIG. 26, in the control state command batch setting process, the value of MODE set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is set to the initial value (in this embodiment, the MODE of the game state related command included in the control state command). Set to a certain B0) (Sb1). Further, the value of the data address set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is set to the initial value (the value of the address of the area in which the data of the game state related command is stored) (Sb2). Further, the value of the number of processes set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is set to the number of commands included in the control state command group (Sb3).

After that, the timer interrupt is set to prohibit (Sb4), and the MODE of the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is set in the command queue in the state where the timer interrupt is prohibited (Sb5). Then, the data stored in the area of the RAM 41c of the address corresponding to the value of the data address is acquired, set as the EXT in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sb6), and the EXT is set in the command queue (Sb7).

After that, the timer interrupt wait process is executed (Sb8). In the timer interrupt waiting process, the timer interrupt is set to allow, the process waits until the timer interrupt process (main) is performed, and then the process returns to the caller's process after the timer interrupt process (main) is completed. In the timer interrupt process (main), the command transmission process during normal operation is executed each time the timer interrupt process (main) is executed, and the data set in the command queue (MODE and EXT constituting the command). Is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 byte by byte. Therefore, when the timer interrupt wait process is executed in the step Sb8, the normal command transmission process is executed, and the MODE and EXT set in the command queue in the steps Sb5 and Sb7 are set first. The MODE is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 as the first byte of the command.

After the timer interrupt waiting process in the step of Sb8 is completed, the timer interrupt waiting process is executed again (Sb9). As a result, the EXT set after the MODE and EXT set in the command queue in the steps of Sb5 and Sb7 by the normal command transmission process executed in the timer interrupt process (main) is set as the second byte of the command. It will be transmitted to the sub-control unit 91, and by executing the timer interrupt wait processing twice by the steps of Sb8 and Sb9, one set of MODE and EXT constituting one command will be transmitted to the sub-control unit. It will be transmitted to 91.

After that, 1 is added to the value of MODE in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sb10), and 1 is added to the value of the data address in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c (Sb11). Then, the value of the number of times of processing in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is subtracted by 1 (Sb12), and it is determined whether or not the value of the number of times of processing remaining after the subtraction is 0 (Sb13). It is determined whether or not MODE and EXT are set in the command queue for the command.

When it is determined in the step of Sb13 that the value of the remaining number of processes is not 0, that is, the MODE and EXT are not set in the command queue for all the commands in the control state command group, and the commands are not yet set in the command queue. If remains, return to the step of Sb4, and with the timer interrupt set to be prohibited again, perform the processing of the steps Sb5 to Sb7 and then execute the processing of the steps Sb10 and Sb11. The process of sequentially setting MODE and EXT of commands that have not yet been set in the command queue in the command queue is repeated.

Then, when it is determined in the step of Sb13 that the number of remaining processes is 0, that is, when MODE and EXT are set in the command queue for all the commands included in the control state command group, the control state command batch setting process is performed. Is terminated, and the process returns to the command transmission process at the start of the caller's game.

In the game start command transmission process, after the control state command batch setting process in the Sa2 step is completed, the internal winning command setting process (first internal winning command) is executed (Sa3), and based on the internal lottery result. The MODE and EXT of the first internal winning command that can specify the winning status of the special combination are set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c. After that, a command transmission process for setting MODE and EXT in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c in the command queue is executed (Sa4).

In the command setting process, as shown in FIG. 27, the timer interrupt is set to prohibit (Sc1), the MODE of the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is set to the command queue, and then the EXT of the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is set to the command queue. (Sc2). Then, the prohibition of timer interrupt set in the step of Sc1 is released (Sc3), the command setting process is terminated, and the process returns to the transmission command setting process at the start of the game.

After the command setting process in the step of Sa4 is completed, in the transmission command setting process at the start of the game, the internal winning command setting process (second internal winning command) is executed (Sa5), and the general role is determined based on the internal lottery result. The MODE and EXT of the second internal winning command that can specify the winning status of the above are set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c. After that, the command transmission process is executed (Sa6), and MODE and EXT of a predetermined area of the RAM 41c are set in the command queue. The MODE and EXT of the second internal winning command set in the command queue in the command setting process of the step of Sa6 are interrupted by the timer at a predetermined timing in which the interrupt is subsequently performed, as in the case of the command setting process in Sa4. When the normal command transmission process is executed in the process (main), the command is transmitted to the sub control unit 91.

After executing the command setting process corresponding to the internal winning command setting process (second internal winning command) in the step of Sa6, the command setting process is terminated, and the transmission command setting process at the start of the game is terminated. After that, the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is controlled as the start operation is performed, and the control is performed according to the progress of the game.

In the game start transmission command setting process, the main control unit 41 executes the control state command batch setting process to transmit all the control state commands that can be uniquely set for each model of the slot machine 1, and then the internal winning command. The setting process is executed to send an internal winning command that is commonly transmitted regardless of the model of the slot machine 1 to the sub-control unit 91, and then control is performed according to the progress of the game. Therefore, it is possible to specify that the control according to the progress of the game is started based on the transmission of the common internal winning command. On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 identifies that the main control unit 41 is subsequently controlled according to the progress of the game by receiving the common internal winning command, and controls the main control unit 41. It is possible to start the control of the corresponding production and the like.

Next, a process for the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment to transmit a predetermined command at the end of the game will be described with reference to FIG. 28.

The main control unit 41 stops the third stop operation for the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R whose rotation control is started with the start operation of the game (when the stop switch for the third stop operation is released). That is, at the end of the game, the game end transmission command setting process for setting the above-mentioned control state command and the command related to the game result to the sub-control unit 91 in the command queue is executed.

As shown in FIG. 28, in the game end transmission command setting process, first, the door command MODE and EXT are set in a predetermined area of the RAM 41c based on the output state of the door open detection switch 25 (Sd1), and then the command is transmitted. The process is executed (Sd2), and MODE and EXT of a predetermined area of the RAM 41c are set in the command queue.

After that, the control state update process is executed (Sd3), and the corresponding control state is updated based on the end of the game and the result of the game. In the control state update process, among the control states, a combination of symbols stopped on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, that is, a control state that can change according to the result of the game, for example, a game state or a predetermined game state is completed. The number of remaining games, the number of rights controlled by the AT, etc. are updated or maintained according to the result of the game, and the control state that changes as the game is played in the predetermined state, for example, the predetermined state. Regarding the number of remaining medals until the end of the game state, the cumulative number of normal games, the number of remaining games controlled by AT, etc., 1 is subtracted according to the game played in the corresponding state. A control state that is maintained without being updated or subtracted and does not change regardless of the outcome of the game or the game being played in a given state, such as the winning status of the AT lottery, the stop order favorable to the player, The type of production is controlled so as to be maintained without change.

After performing the control state update process in the step of Sd3, the above-mentioned control state command batch setting process is performed (Sd4), and the control state command 1 and the control state that can specify the control state updated or maintained in the step of Sd3 are performed. Command 2 is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

After that, the winning number set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c is acquired based on the combination of the symbols aligned on the winning line LN, and the MODE and EXT of the winning number command are set in the predetermined area of the RAM 41c based on the winning number. (Sd5), the command transmission process is executed (Sd6), and MODE and EXT of a predetermined area of the RAM 41c are set in the command queue. After that, in the same manner as setting the winning number command in the command queue in the steps of Sd5 and Sd6, predetermined commands to be transmitted with the end of the game (for example, payout number command, game end command, payout start command, payout end). For commands, error commands, etc.), after setting MODE and EXT in a predetermined area of RAM 41c, a command transmission process is executed to set MODE and EXT in the command queue. Then, after setting MODE and EXT in the command queue for all the commands to be transmitted with the end of the game, the transmission command setting process at the end of the game is terminated. After that, control is performed according to the progress of the game, such as paying out medals and setting replays according to the result of the game.

As described above, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment performs the control state command batch setting process at the end of the third stop operation for the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R as the second timing, that is, at the end of the game. It is executed so that a plurality of commands included in the control state command are transmitted to the sub-control unit 91.

Further, the main control unit 41 of the present embodiment executes the control state update process in the transmission command setting process at the end of the game to update or maintain the control state that may change with the end of the game. By executing the control status command batch setting process, the control status command batch setting process sends a control status command that can identify the control status updated or maintained by the control status update process.

Further, the main control unit 41 executes the control state command batch setting process in the transmission command setting process at the end of the game to transmit all the control state commands that can be uniquely set for each model of the slot machine 1, and then wins a prize. A command that is commonly transmitted regardless of the model of the slot machine 1 such as a number command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91, and then control is performed according to the progress of the game, so that a prize is won. It is possible to specify that control according to the progress of the game is started based on the transmission of a common command such as a number command. On the other hand, the sub control unit 91 identifies that the main control unit 41 is subsequently controlled according to the progress of the game by receiving a common command, and responds to the control. It is possible to start the control of the production and the like.

Although examples of the present invention have been described above with reference to the drawings, the present invention is not limited to these examples. The present invention is not limited to the above examples, and various modifications and applications are possible.

[About gaming machines]
In the above embodiment, a slot machine for setting the number of bets using medals and credits has been described as an example, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, a gaming ball used in a pachinko gaming machine is used. The invention according to the claim is realized by applying the configuration shown in the above embodiment to a slot machine for setting a bet number or a fully credit type slot machine for setting a bet number using only credits. It is possible. When a game ball is used as a game medium, for example, when one medal corresponds to five game balls and 3 is set as the bet number in the above embodiment, 15 game balls are used. Corresponds to setting the number of bets using.

Further, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to using only one of a plurality of types of gaming values such as medals and gaming balls, and for example, a plurality of types such as medals and gaming balls. It may be possible to use the value for games together. That is, it is possible to set the number of bets and play a game by using any of a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls, and a plurality of types of games such as medals and game balls are generated when a prize is generated. A gaming machine capable of paying out any of the utility values is also included in the gaming machine of the present invention.

Further, in the present embodiment, a variable display device having three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is provided, and one game ends when all the reels are stopped, and the combination of the display results derived to the three reels is used. The slot machine in which a prize is generated is explained accordingly. However, one game ends when the display result is derived to a variable display device capable of variablely displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified by each, and a prize is awarded according to the display result derived to the variable display device. A slot machine that can be generated is not limited to a slot machine having a variable display device having three reels, but a slot machine having only one reel or a slot machine having a variable display device having a plurality of reels other than three. It may be. Further, in the present embodiment, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are reels that rotate in the vertical direction, but the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R may be reels that rotate in any direction, such as in the horizontal direction and the diagonal direction. ..

Further, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, display results are derived from each of a plurality of variable display areas (transparent windows 3) capable of variablely displaying a plurality of types of identification information (designs) that can be identified by each. The game can be started by setting a predetermined number of bets for one game using the game value (medals, credits), and all of the plurality of variable display areas. It is a slot machine in which one game is completed by deriving the display result in, and a prize can be generated according to the combination of the display results derived in each of the plurality of variable display areas as a result of one game. May be good.

Further, as the present embodiment, the slot machine that pays out the game medium to the player's hand when a prize is generated has been described, but the game medium is enclosed and the game medium is paid to the player's hand when the prize is generated. An enclosed slot machine that adds game points (scores) without paying out to the player may be adopted. The board and the drum can be distributed, and the housing is common, and the board alone or the board and the drum are called a gaming machine.

It should be noted that the embodiments disclosed this time are exemplary in all respects and are 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.

[About game machines such as sparrow balls, arepachi, and pachinko]
In the present embodiment, the decorative panel 70 has been described as being applied to the slot machine 1. However, the decorative panel 70 may be applied to a game machine such as a sparrow ball, an arepachi, or a pachinko machine. A gaming machine such as a sparrow ball, an arepachi, or a pachinko machine is one in which, for example, a decorative panel 70 is attached to the upper right side of a door frame of the pachinko gaming machine. In such a game machine such as a sparrow ball, an arepachi, or a pachinko machine, the decorative panel 70 can be attached to the door frame to further enhance the decorativeness.

Next, the main effects obtained by the above-described embodiment will be described.

(1) A gaming machine (for example, a slot machine 1 or the like) capable of performing a predetermined game, the right light introduction portion 72Rb and the right front light introduction portion 72Rd provided on the end portion (for example, the right light guide plate 72R). , The right side surface of the right light guide plate main body 72Ra in the right light guide plate 72R and the left light guide plate main body in the left light guide plate 72L by the light introduced from the left light introduction unit 72Lb provided in the left light guide plate 72L. A light guide plate (for example, right light guide plate 72R, left light guide plate 72L, etc.) that emits light from the left side surface of 72La, and an end portion of the light guide plate (for example, rear and front sides of the right light guide plate 72R, left light guide plate 72L). A light emitter (for example, right side LED75R, front side rearward LED76B, left side LED75L, etc.) arranged on the rear side (for example, the rear side) and the back side of the display portion of the light guide plate (for example, the left side and left guide of the right light guide plate 72R). A decorative pattern (for example, the first character CH1 drawn on the right design sheet 71R, the second character CH2 drawn on the left design sheet 71L, etc.) arranged on the right side of the light plate 72L and displayed on the display unit is The provided decorative sheet (for example, right design sheet 71R and left design sheet 71L, etc.) is provided, and the display portion on the light guide plate is formed on a light emitting portion (for example, right light guide plate 72R) corresponding to the decorative pattern. The right emphasis portion 72RP and the left emphasis portion 72LP formed on the left light guide plate 72L) are formed.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to provide a more decorative gaming machine.

(2) In the gaming machine of the above (1), a reflector (for example, a light-shielding plate main body 71a of the light-shielding plate 71) may be provided on the back side of the decorative sheet.

According to such a configuration, the light introduced into the light guide plate can be reflected by the reflector, so that the visibility of the decorative sheet can be improved.

(3) In the gaming machine (for example, slot machine 1 or the like) according to the above (1) or (2), the display unit is formed by a plurality of light guide plates (for example, a right light guide plate 72R and a left light guide plate 72L). The plurality of light guide plates are individually capable of emitting light (for example, the right light guide plate 72R can emit light by the right LED 75R and the front rearward LED 76B, and the left light guide plate 72L can emit light by the left LED 75L). May be good.

According to such a configuration, different parts of the decorative sheet can be individually illuminated.

(4) The gaming machine (for example, slot machine 1 or the like) according to any one of (1) to (3) above, wherein the light guide plate and the decorative sheet are the same as the own gaming machine (for example, one slot machine). It is compatible with different other gaming machines (for example, other slot machines), and when it is provided in the other gaming machine, the decorative sheet can be arranged on the display side of the light guide plate. May be good.

According to such a configuration, the decorativeness can be changed according to the model.

(5) In the gaming machine (for example, slot machine 1 or the like) of the above (4), the light emitting body has a first position (for example, the figure) corresponding to the light guide plate on which the decorative sheet is arranged on the back side. As shown in the upper part of 12, the position on the rear side of the first light guide plate 72α when the first light guide plate 72α, the first design sheet 81α, and the first light shielding plate 71α are arranged in this order) and the front side. The second position (for example, as shown in the lower part of FIG. 12, the second design sheet 81β, the second light guide plate 72β, and the second light shielding plate 71β are arranged in this order according to the light guide plate on which the decorative sheet is arranged. Occasionally, it may be arranged between the second light guide plate 72β (position behind the second light guide plate 72β).

According to such a configuration, various effects can be executed.
(6) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above (for example, slot machine 1 or the like), which is capable of performing a predetermined game, and is an effect area (for example, a liquid crystal display). An effect device (for example, a liquid crystal display 51 or the like) including an image display area 51a or the like on the display 51, and a protruding portion (for example, a decorative panel 70 or the like) arranged adjacent to the effect device are provided. The effect device and the protruding portion are covered with an integrally molded covering member (for example, a cover member 61 or the like).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to secure the strength of the gaming machine while increasing the attention of the player.

(7) The gaming machine (for example, slot machine 1 or the like) according to any one of (1) to (6) above, wherein the covering member has translucency (for example, the cover member 61 is translucent). It may have sex).

According to such a configuration, the protruding portion can be visually recognized and the decorative effect can be enhanced.

(8) In any of the game machines (1) to (7) above (for example, slot machine 1 or the like), the tip portion of the protruding portion (for example, the front end portion of the decorative panel 70) is covered with the coating. A pressing portion for pressing the member (for example, a front pressing member 78 of the decorative panel 70, etc.) may be provided.

According to such a configuration, the strength of the gaming machine can be increased.

(9) In any of the game machines (1) to (8) above (for example, slot machine 1 or the like), the protruding portion protrudes forward from the housing (for example, housing 1a or the like). (For example, the decorative panel 70 projects forward from the housing 1a, etc.) is a decorative plate (for example, the decorative panel 70, etc.), and the decorative plate is decorated on both sides (for example, the decorative panel). The right design sheet 71R and the right light guide plate 72R may be provided on the right side of the 70, and the left design sheet 71L and the left light guide plate 72L may be provided on the left side of the decorative panel 70).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to provide a more decorative gaming machine, and it is possible to preferably raise the attention of the player.

(10) In any of the game machines (1) to (9) above (for example, slot machine 1 or the like), a first lighting unit that illuminates one side of the decorative plate and the other side of the decorative plate. A second lighting unit for illuminating the above may be provided.

According to such a configuration, individual lighting can be performed and the decorative effect can be enhanced.

(11) A variable display unit (for example, a slot machine 1 or the like) according to any one of (1) to (10) above, capable of variablely displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified by each. In a gaming machine (for example, slot machine 1 or the like) equipped with reels (2L, 2C, 2R, etc.), the variable display unit is variablely displayed, the display result is derived, and a prize can be generated according to the display result. The game control means (for example, the main control unit 41) that controls the above, and the effect control means (for example, the sub control unit 91, etc.) that produces an effect based on the control information (for example, a command) transmitted from the game control means. And the derivation operation means (for example, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, etc.) operated by the player to derive the display result, and the operation mode (for example, stop order, etc.) of the derivation operation means are identifiablely notified. The game control means is provided with an operation mode notification means (for example, navigation notification, navigation effect, etc.) that can be performed, and the game control means determines a display result that is allowed to be derived before the display result is derived. Notification target results (for example, notification target combination, etc.) for which the determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) and the determination result of the advance determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) are subject to notification (for example, navigation notification, etc.) A notification state control means for controlling a notification state (for example, a state in which navigation notification is executed) in which an advantageous operation mode advantageous for the player (for example, a stop order advantageous for the player) is notified when And the specific control information (for example, the first internal winning command, the second internal winning command, etc.) regarding the determination result of the pre-determining means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) is provided to the effect control means (for example, sub-control unit). The specific control information transmitting means includes a specific control information transmitting means (for example, an internal winning command setting process) to be transmitted to the specific control information transmitting means (for example, a state in which a navigation notification is executed). When the determination result of the advance determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) becomes the notification target result (for example, notification target combination, etc.) regardless of whether or not it is controlled by The specific control information (for example, a second internal winning command) that can be specified but cannot specify the advantageous operation mode (for example, the stop order that is advantageous for the player) is transmitted to the effect control means. You may try to do it.

According to such a configuration, in the one provided with the game control means and the effect control means, it is possible to avoid the problem caused by the effect control means side being fraudulent.

(12) A variable display unit (for example, a slot machine 1 or the like) according to any one of (1) to (10) above, which can variablely display a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified by each. In a gaming machine (for example, slot machine 1 or the like) equipped with reels (2L, 2C, 2R, etc.), the variable display unit is variablely displayed, the display result is derived, and a prize can be generated according to the display result. A game control means (for example, main control unit 41, etc.) that controls the above, and an effect control means (for example, sub control unit 91, etc.) that produces an effect based on control information (for example, a command, etc.) transmitted from the game control means. ), The derivation operation means (for example, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, etc.) operated by the player to derive the display result, and the operation mode (for example, stop order, etc.) of the derivation operation means can be identified. The game control means includes operation mode notification means (for example, navigation notification, navigation effect, etc.) capable of notifying, and the game control means determines a display result that is allowed to be derived before the display result is derived. A numerical value setting means for setting a different numerical value (for example, a winning number, etc.) for each determination result of the preliminary determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) and the preliminary determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.), and the numerical value setting. With a predetermined control means that performs predetermined control (for example, setting of an internal winning flag, navigation notification, command creation, stop control of reels 2L, 2C, 2R, etc.) according to a numerical value (for example, a winning number, etc.) set by the means. , It is advantageous for the player when the determination result of the advance determination means (for example, internal lottery, etc.) becomes the notification target result (for example, the notification target combination, etc.) to be notified (for example, navigation notification, etc.). A notification state control means for controlling an advantageous operation mode (for example, a stop order advantageous for the player) to a notification state (for example, a state in which navigation notification is executed) and the advance determination means (for example, for example). The specific control information transmitting means for transmitting specific control information (for example, a first internal winning command, a second internal winning command, etc.) regarding a determination result of (internal lottery, etc.) to the effect control means, and the above. A predetermined numerical range (for example, 2 to 19, 23 to 34, etc.) is set as a numerical value (for example, a winning number, etc.) set by the numerical value setting means when the notification target result (for example, a notification target combination, etc.) is obtained. The specific control information transmitting means is set by the numerical value setting means at least in a state other than the notification state (for example, a state in which navigation notification is executed). When the numerical value (for example, the winning number, etc.) is within the predetermined numerical range (for example, 2 to 19, 23 to 34, etc.), the notification target result (for example, the notification target combination, etc.) is obtained. However, the specific control information (for example, a second internal winning command) for which the advantageous operation mode (for example, a stop order advantageous for the player) cannot be specified is used for the effect control means (for example, the sub control unit 91). Etc.) may be sent.

According to such a configuration, it can be determined whether or not the result is the notification target result by whether or not the numerical value used when performing the predetermined control is within the predetermined numerical range assigned to the notification target result. , The process of transmitting specific control information can be simplified.

(13) In any of the game machines (1) to (10) above (for example, slot machine 1 and the like), in the game machine (for example, slot machine 1 and the like) for playing a game, the first control means (for example). For example, the main control unit 41 and the like) and the second control means (for example, the sub control unit 91 and the like) that perform control according to the control information received from the first control means are provided. The control means (for example, the main control unit 41, etc.) has a first timing (for example, at the start of a game) and a second timing (for example, at the end of a game) in one unit of a game (for example, a game). ), And a plurality of types of state control information (for example, a control state command) capable of specifying the control state of the first control means (for example, the main control unit 41, etc.) for each of a plurality of timings including the second control. A plurality of types of state control information (for example, control state command, etc.) including a state control information transmitting means to be transmitted to means (for example, sub-control unit 91, etc.) and transmitted by the state control information transmitting means at one timing. Can specify a control state (for example, a stop order that is advantageous to the player) that does not change between the first timing (for example, at the start of the game) and the second timing (for example, at the end of the game). A control state that can change at the first state control information (for example, control state command 2, etc.), the first timing (for example, at the start of a game), and the second timing (for example, at the end of a game). The second state control information (for example, control state command 1 and the like) capable of specifying (for example, a game state) and the state control information transmitting means are common to any of a plurality of timings. A plurality of types of state control information (for example, control state command, etc.) may be transmitted by the control of (for example, control state command batch setting process, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the first state control information capable of specifying the control state that does not change between the first timing and the second timing in the one unit game, and the first timing and the first timing in the one unit game. A plurality of types of state control information including a second state control information capable of specifying a control state that can change at the second timing, and a plurality of timings including the first timing and the second timing in one unit of game. In the configuration of transmitting each time, since these multiple types of state control information are transmitted by common control at any timing, the second control means side grasps the control state of the first control means in detail. , The program capacity when the first control means transmits the state control information can be reduced.

1 Slot machine 2L, 2C, 2R reel 6 MAXBET switch 7 Start switch 8L, 8C, 8R Stop switch 40 Game control board 41 Main control unit 51 Liquid crystal display 61 Cover member 70 Decorative panel 90 Production control board 91 Sub control unit 91a Sub CPU
91b ROM
91c RAM

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of performing a predetermined game,
A production device equipped with a production area and
A protrusion arranged adjacent to the effect device and
First control means and
A second control means that performs control according to the control information received from the first control means is provided.
The first control means
A control information generation means that generates control information and stores it in the control information storage area,
A control information transmitting means for transmitting control information stored in the control information storage area to the second control means is included.
The control information generating means generates a plurality of types of state control information capable of specifying the control state of the first control means at each of a plurality of timings including the first timing and the second timing in the unit game which is a unit game. Includes state control information generation means
The plurality of types of state control information generated by the state control information generating means at one timing are control states that can be changed between one unit game and another unit game, and are the first timing and the first timing in one unit game. It includes first state control information that can specify a control state that does not change at two timings, and second state control information that can specify a control state that can change at the first timing and the second timing in one unit game.
The state control information generation means
After generating the second state control information at a plurality of timings, the first state control information is generated.
At any of the multiple timings, multiple types of common state control information are generated by common control.
A gaming machine characterized in that the effect device and the projecting portion are covered with an integrally molded covering member.

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