JP6969815B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine capable of playing a game.

As an example of a gaming machine, a plurality of reels in which multiple types of symbols are arranged are provided, and a start switch is operated with a bet number set using medals or the like to perform a winning combination lottery and start the rotation of the reels. Then, the rotation of the reels is stopped based on the result of the winning combination lottery and the operation mode (pushing order, operation timing, etc.) of the stop switch, and the medal is according to the combination of the symbols on the effective line when all the reels are stopped. There are slot machines that can give benefits including payouts. In addition, as an advantageous state for the player, a bonus that improves the winning probability of a predetermined role (for example, a small role or a replay), RT (Replay Time), and the result of the role lottery result in winning a plurality of roles. There is also a slot machine provided with an AT (Assist Time) that notifies the player of operation information that is advantageous to the player in order to win a winning combination with a larger privilege.

In such a gaming machine, there is one that notifies the addition of a controllable period to an advantageous state such as AT (Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2017-99561

In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, after notifying the value according to the addition (addition), the value for specifying the period that can be controlled to the advantageous state is counted up by a predetermined number, which is monotonous. rice field. For this reason, it is not possible to effectively impress the player that the addition has been made, and there is a risk that it will be difficult for the player to feel that the addition has been added, and there is room for improvement.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that makes it easier to feel that a controllable period is added to an advantageous state.

The gaming machine according to a certain aspect of the present invention is a gaming machine capable of playing a game, and is added to an advantageous state control means for controlling an advantageous state advantageous to the player and a period during which the advantageous state can be controlled. The effect executing means is provided with an effect executing means for notifying the addition amount to be performed, and the effect executing means executes a specific effect that can notify the addition amount a plurality of times according to a predetermined opportunity in one game. The specific effect including the executing means and executed by the specific effect executing means is above the predetermined position after displaying the added image suggesting the addition amount at a predetermined position in the display area according to a predetermined opportunity. It is moved and displayed toward a specific position of the above, and is hidden by reaching the specific position. When a new addition image is displayed at the predetermined position according to a predetermined opportunity, the new addition image is displayed. When superimposing on the added image displayed earlier (hereinafter referred to as the earlier added image), the new added image and the said new added image are displayed with priority over the previous added image. der to move the the previous addition image in the same movement mode is, in a region overlapping with the predetermined position, further comprising a starting image display means for displaying the start image for notifying the start of execution of the specific effect, When the execution of the specific effect can be started before the start image is hidden and the added image is superimposed on the start image, the added image is displayed with priority over the start image.

According to this configuration, since the added image is displayed according to a predetermined opportunity during the specific production, it is possible to give the player an uplifting feeling that it is not known how long it will continue. Further, even when the previous added image and the new added image are superimposed, the new added image is displayed with priority, so that the player can surely recognize the new added image. .. Further, since a part of the previous added image can be continuously recognized, it is possible to prevent the player from misunderstanding that the previous added image may have disappeared. Further, by moving the new addition image and the previous addition image in the same movement mode as compared with the movement display in a different mode, the addition image can be recognized in an easy-to-understand manner, so that the addition image cannot be grasped. It is possible to prevent the occurrence of such problems. Further, since the added image is displayed at a predetermined position and then moved and displayed toward a specific position, the player can be made to recognize it in an easy-to-understand manner.

Preferably, the amount of movement until each of the new added image and the previous added image is hidden is the same predetermined amount as when no superimposition is performed.

According to this configuration, since the previous added image and the new added image are moved by the same predetermined amount as when they are not superimposed, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of a problem that one of them is overlooked.

Preferably, the predetermined opportunity is established by operating the predetermined operation unit, and the specific effect executing means displays the added image by detecting the operation to the predetermined operation unit, and the operation is detected. When the next operation is detected by the time when a predetermined time elapses, the next added image is displayed by superimposing it on the previously displayed added image.

According to this configuration, the added images can be displayed in a dense manner by continuously performing the operations, so that the player has the impression that the added images are displayed more than the number of the added images actually displayed. You can make it.

Preferably, the predetermined position includes a first position and a second position, and the first position and the second position are the added image displayed at the first position and the above. This is a position in which the added image displayed at the second position is superimposed.

According to this configuration, the player can confirm the added image displayed by directing the line of sight to the vicinity of the first position or the second position, so that it can be prevented from being overlooked.

Preferably, the specific effect executing means is provided with a predetermined image display means capable of displaying a predetermined image different from the added image in a region overlapping the predetermined position in relation to the specific effect, and the specific effect executing means displays the predetermined image. When the added image is displayed as the specific effect at the time of the display, the added image is displayed with priority over the predetermined image.

According to this configuration, it is possible to display a predetermined image as another image in a region where the added image can be displayed, but it is possible to prevent the predetermined image from degrading the visibility of the added image.

Preferably, the specific effect executing means displays the added image at the predetermined position and then moves and displays it toward the specific position even when the predetermined image is not displayed.

According to this configuration, the added image can be displayed without causing a relationship with the predetermined image, and the added image is moved and displayed in a different manner depending on the presence or absence of the predetermined image, which makes it difficult for the player to understand. Can be prevented.

Preferably, after displaying the special image after the end of the specific effect, the post-end image display means for displaying the total image capable of specifying the total amount of the additions notified during the specific effect is provided.

According to this configuration, it is possible to make the player surely recognize the total amount of additions notified during the specific effect. Further, it can be suggested that the total amount of addition is displayed by displaying the special image, and the degree of attention of the player can be improved.

Preferably, the period image display means for displaying the period image capable of specifying the period during which the advantageous state can be controlled is provided, and the period image display means displays the additional image according to the progress of the specific effect. Previously, the period in which the addition amount notified by the addition image is added is updated and displayed on the identifiable period image.

According to this configuration, the period image is updated and displayed before the added image is displayed, so that the period in which the added image is added can be confirmed by checking the period image when the added image is displayed. It can improve the convenience of the player.

It is a front view of a slot machine. It is a perspective view of the slot machine with the front door open. It is a development view of a reel. It is a block diagram which shows the electric structure of a slot machine. It is a flowchart for demonstrating game control processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the push order buffer setting process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating pseudo game processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a reel start process. It is a figure for demonstrating the winning combination group. (A) is a diagram for explaining a winning combination group that satisfies the advantageous period transition condition, and (b) is a diagram for explaining the winning combination group that satisfies the AT transition lottery condition and the AT winning probability. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control. It is a figure for demonstrating the outline of the state transition in an advantageous period. It is a figure for demonstrating the transition of a game state. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the game identification lamp control process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating navigation-related processing. It is a timing chart for explaining various control contents when a pseudo game occurs in AT. It is a figure which shows the display mode example of the notification display, the liquid crystal display, and the game identification lamp. It is a timing chart for explaining various control contents when a pseudo game occurs in normal times. It is a figure which shows the display mode example of the notification display, the liquid crystal display, and the game identification lamp. It is a timing chart for explaining various control contents when an advantageous period notification lamp lights up in a game in which a pseudo game occurs during normal operation. It is a figure which shows the display mode example of the notification display, the liquid crystal display, and the game identification lamp. It is a timing chart for explaining a pseudo stop pattern. It is a timing chart for explaining the display start timing in a notification display. It is a timing chart for explaining the lighting start timing of the advantageous period notification lamp. It is a timing chart for explaining the timing about the pseudo game specific notification. It is a figure for demonstrating the image of the pseudo game specific notification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the multiple times notification effect execution processing in 1st example. It is a figure for demonstrating the display example of the multiple times notification effect in 1st example. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the multiple times notification effect execution processing in the 2nd example. It is a figure for demonstrating the display example of the multiple times notification effect in the 2nd example.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. As a specific example of the gaming machine according to the present invention, a slot machine capable of executing a game using a medal as a gaming medium (gaming value) will be described. However, the gaming machine is not limited to such a slot machine, and is not a gaming machine capable of executing a game using a gaming ball as a gaming medium or a gaming medium (game value of a tangible object such as a medal), but internally. It may be another gaming machine such as a gaming machine capable of playing a game using the score given to (the gaming value of an intangible object such as information recorded by an electromagnetic method).

<Slot machine configuration example>
The overall configuration of the slot machine will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2. FIG. 1 is a front view of the slot machine. FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing a state in which the front door of the slot machine is opened.

The slot machine 1 is composed of a member including a box-shaped housing 3 having an opening on the front surface and a front door 5 which is openably and closably attached to one side of the housing 3. The front surface of the housing 3 is closed by closing the front door 5 with respect to the housing 3. The front door 5 can be locked / unlocked with respect to the housing 3 by the door key managed by the manager of the game hall. Whether or not the front door 5 is closed with respect to the housing 3 is detected by the door sensor 20.

As shown in FIG. 1, a display window 7 is provided in the central portion of the front door 5. From the display window 7, reels 11L, 11M, 11R (hereinafter collectively referred to as reels 11L to 11R) in which a plurality of types of symbols are arranged can be visually recognized. When the reels 11L to 11R rotate, a state in which the symbols arranged on the reels 11L to 11R are variably displayed can be visually recognized from the display window 7. In this way, the display window 7 and the reels 11L to 11R form a variable display unit 13 that variably displays a plurality of symbols.

The variable display unit 13 includes a plurality of variable display columns 10. Specifically, the variable display unit 13 is a left variable display row 10L composed of a portion of the display window 7 corresponding to the front of the reel 11L and the reel 11L, and a portion of the display window 7 corresponding to the front of the reel 11M. It has a medium variable display row 10M composed of a reel 11M and a right variable display row 10R composed of a portion of the display window 7 corresponding to the front of the reel 11R and the reel 11R. When the reels 11L to 11R are stopped, the left variable display row 10L, the middle variable display row 10M, and the right variable display row 10R can each stop and display the symbols in the upper, middle, and lower rows. Therefore, nine symbols can be visually recognized from the display window 7.

In the present embodiment, as the winning line to be determined for winning the winning combination, a line composed of the middle row of the left variable display row 10L, the upper row of the middle variable display row 10M, and the lower row of the right variable display row 10R is set. A winning line NL is drawn on the display window 7. Further, on the lower panel 35 provided below the slot machine 1, a winning line display 36 for explaining the winning line NL to the player is printed or the like. The winning line display 36 includes a line display that matches the line shape of the winning line NL in the rectangular frame corresponding to the display window 7, and a message display of "winning line" indicating that the line display is valid. ..

A liquid crystal display 27 is provided above the display window 7 of the front door 5. The liquid crystal display 27 executes an effect by displaying a predetermined image according to the progress of the game. Further, above the liquid crystal display 27 of the front door 5, an explanation panel 29 on which a predetermined combination of patterns and the number of payouts are printed is provided, and further above and to the left and right of the explanation panel 29. , Lamp portions 33L, 33M, 33R are provided. The lamp units 33L, 33M, and 33R are provided with a light source such as an LED, and emit light according to the progress of the game to execute the effect.

On the left side of the display window 7 of the front door 5, a credit display 45, a payout display 46, and a notification display 60 are arranged. The notification display 60 is a display for notifying predetermined information for specifying an operation mode (for example, operation timing, push order, etc., hereinafter also referred to as an advantageous operation mode) that is advantageous to the player, a combination lottery result, and the like. It is a vessel. The notification display 60 is composed of, for example, a 7-segment LED, and notifies operation information and the like related to an advantageous operation mode according to the lighting mode of each segment. Further, the notification display 60 has a dot LED mounted on the lower right of the 7-segment LED, and the dot LED constitutes an advantageous period notification lamp 80.

The advantageous period notification lamp 80 is a display that notifies that it is an advantageous period (hereinafter referred to as an advantageous period) in which an AT game capable of notifying an advantageous operation mode can be tolerated. The advantageous period notification lamp 80 can be turned on during the advantageous period, is turned on at least when the advantageous operation mode is notified, and is turned off when the advantageous period ends and the normal period is entered.

The credit display 45 displays the number of medals stored (stored) in the slot machine 1 among the medals owned by the player. The maximum number of credits is set to 50. The payout display 46 is a display that displays the number of medals (game media) to be paid out when a winning combination occurs, and also displays various information such as error information and setting suggestion information. The setting suggestion information is information that makes it possible to specify at least one of the set values 1 to 6, and is information that suggests the set set value. Like the notification display 60, the credit display 45 and the payout display 46 are composed of, for example, 7-segment LEDs, and notify information according to the lighting mode of each segment.

A game identification lamp 82 is arranged on the right side of the display window 7 of the front door 5. On the irradiation surface that irradiates the light from the game identification lamp 82, for example, one of the characters "pseudo game", "AT", and "CZ" stands out depending on the color of the light. Changing processing is applied so that the person can see it. Therefore, by changing the lighting mode (lighting color) of the game specifying lamp 82, it is possible to notify any of "pseudo game", "AT", and "CZ" according to the progress of the game. It becomes. FIG. 1 shows a state in which a "pseudo-game" indicating that a pseudo-game, which will be described later, is being performed is being notified.

Various operation units are provided below the display window 7 of the front door 5. The operation unit includes a bet switch 15, a maximum bet switch 17, an effect operation unit 81, a chance switch 81F, a start switch 19, a settlement switch 23, a stop switch 21L, 21M, and 21R (hereinafter collectively referred to as stop switches 21L to 21R). ), And a medal slot 25 is provided.

The bet switch 15 is a switch that detects an operation for setting the number of bets for one medal using credits. The maximum bet switch 17 is a switch that detects an operation for setting the number of medals for the maximum number of bets using credits. The maximum bet number means the maximum number of bets that can be set for one game (hereinafter, also referred to as one game) (set to "3" in this embodiment). The maximum bet switch 17 has a built-in LED, and when the bet number can be set, the maximum bet switch 17 emits light in a predetermined mode (blinking state, lighting state).

The effect operation unit 81 is a switch for detecting an operation for shifting to a player menu state for displaying a game history or the like, an administrator menu state for displaying a setting history, or the like. The chance switch 81F is a switch that detects an operation related to the effect. Operations related to the production include operations for executing and developing the production, operations for selecting the production mode and characters, and a player menu for displaying the game history, etc. An administrator menu for displaying the status, setting history, etc. Includes operations for transitioning to the state.

The start switch 19 is a switch for detecting an operation for starting the variable display of the symbol by rotating each of the reels 11L to 11R. The checkout switch 23 is a switch that detects an operation for paying out medals corresponding to the number of credits or set bets. The stop switches 21L to 21R are switches for detecting an operation for stopping the rotation of the corresponding reels of the reels 11L to 11R to stop the variable display of the symbol. Further, the stop switches 21L to 21R are switches for detecting an operation for stopping the rotation of the reel and pseudo-stopping the symbol during the pseudo game described later. Further, the start switch 19 is a switch that also detects an operation for ending the pseudo game and starting the reel rotation as the main game in a state where the reel is pseudo-stopped during the pseudo game. The medal insertion slot 25 is an opening for a player to insert a medal.

Various switches including the start switch 19, the settlement switch 23, the stop switches 21L to 21R, the effect operation unit 81, and the chance switch 81F detect the operation to the operation unit (button unit) corresponding to each. The operation unit corresponding to various switches is composed of a transmissive member that transmits light. In addition, a light source such as an LED is mounted inside the operation unit corresponding to various switches, and it is produced by emitting light at a timing that can be operated according to the progress of the game (timing at which the operation is effectively accepted). To execute.

Below the various operation units on the front door 5, a lower panel 35 on which a character or the like is printed is provided. Further, lower lamp portions 37L and 37R are provided on the left and right sides of the lower panel 35, respectively. The lower lamp portions 37L and 37R are provided with a light source such as an LED, and emit light according to the progress of the game to execute the effect.

Further, below the lower panel 35, a medal payout exit 39 for paying out medals in response to the occurrence of winning a prize and the like, and a medal receiver 41 for receiving medals paid out from the medal payout exit 39 are provided. Speakers 31L and 31R are provided on the left and right sides of the medal payout exit 39, respectively, for producing effects by outputting sound effects, voices, and the like according to the progress of the game.

Next, the internal configuration of the housing 3 of the slot machine 1 will be described. As shown in FIG. 2, a reel unit 9 for accommodating reels 11L to 11R side by side is provided in the center of the housing 3 of the slot machine 1. The reel unit 9 is fixed to the rear wall in the housing 3. The reel unit 9 includes reel motors 14L, 14M, 14R (see FIG. 4, hereinafter also referred to as reel motors 14L to 14R) and position sensors 55L, 55M, 55R (see FIG. 4, hereinafter also referred to as position sensors 55L to 55R). It has).

The reel motors 14L to 14R are fixed side by side with respect to the frame of the reel unit 9, respectively, and the corresponding reels of the reels 11L to 11R are fixed to the rotation shaft thereof. As a result, the reel motors 14L to 14R are driven and controlled to rotate and stop. The reel motors 14L to 14R are configured by, for example, a stepping motor.

The position sensors 55L to 55R are sensors for detecting that the protrusions provided on the reels 11L to 11R have passed a predetermined position as the reels rotate. The position sensors 55L to 55R are configured by, for example, a photo interrupter. When the position sensors 55L to 55R detect the protrusions of the corresponding reels, the symbol at a predetermined position on the reel (for example, the symbol of symbol number 19 in FIG. 3) is located in the middle of the display window 7. It is configured in.

Above the reel unit 9, the main control board 63 and the sub control board 73 are installed in a state of being housed in a board case. The board case cannot come into contact with the control board unless, for example, some members are destroyed so that the traces can be easily discriminated if the control board or the like housed in the board case is fraudulent. It has a structure. Further, the main control board 63 and the sub control board 73 are electrically connected by a signal line connecting the boards.

A hopper unit 43 is provided below the reel unit 9. The hopper unit 43 includes a hopper container 42, a full tank sensor 58 (see FIG. 4), a hopper motor 57 (see FIG. 4), and a payout sensor 54 (see FIG. 4).

The hopper container 42 is a container for storing medals received from the medal slot 25. The full tank sensor 58 is a sensor provided at a predetermined position of the hopper container 42 and detects that the medals stored in the hopper container 42 are in a full tank state when the predetermined amount is reached.

The hopper motor 57 is a motor that is driven when a predetermined payout condition is satisfied and is driven to discharge a predetermined number of medals stored in the hopper container 42. The hopper motor 57 is composed of, for example, a DC motor (Direct Current Motor). The payout sensor 54 is a sensor that detects medals discharged from the hopper container 42 one by one by the hopper motor 57. The medals detected by the payout sensor 54 are paid out from the medal payout outlet 39 via the medal chute 47 provided below the back side of the front door 5.

On the left side of the hopper unit 43, a power supply unit 49 for supplying electric power to various devices included in the slot machine 1 is arranged. The power supply unit 49 is provided with a power supply switch 50, a reset switch 52, and a change processing start switch 56.

The power switch 50 is a switch for switching whether or not power is supplied to the slot machine 1. The reset switch 52 is a switch for detecting a setting value switching operation during the setting change processing in which the setting value can be changed. The reset switch 52 is also used as a switch for canceling an error when an error occurs. The change processing start switch 56 includes a key cylinder for setting change processing, and is a switch for detecting an operation for shifting to the setting change processing. The switch provided inside the housing 3 including the change processing start switch 56 is a switch that can be operated when the front door 5 is open. Therefore, basically, only the manager of the amusement park can operate it.

The set value is a value for specifying the degree of advantage for the player. Specifically, the set value is a value for specifying the winning probability of winning a predetermined combination in the combination lottery. In the winning combination lottery, the winning probability of winning a winning combination can be made different by using the winning probability according to the set value. That is, when the set value is different, the winning probability of winning in the winning combination lottery may be different even if the winning combination is the same. As a result, the number of medals to be paid out during the predetermined number of times of the game is different according to the set value, and as a result, the payout rate can be different. Therefore, it can be said that the set value is a value for specifying the degree of advantage for the player and also a value for specifying the payout rate. As the set value, for example, 1 to 6 having different winning probabilities (in this embodiment, four stages of set values 1, 2, 5, and 6) are provided, and the set value 1 is the lowest payout rate. , The set value 6 is the highest payout rate. The set value may be set in 6 stages of 1 to 6. The setting value can be changed by shifting to the setting change processing by turning on the power with the change processing start switch 56 turned on by the setting change key managed by the game hall administrator.

The set value can be sequentially switched (for example, ... 5 → 6 → 1 → 2 → 5 ...) by operating the reset switch 52 during the setting change process. During the setting change process, the set value is displayed on the payout display 46. In the setting change process, after the operation to the start switch 19 is detected, the change process start switch 56 is turned off to store the set value displayed at that time. As a result, the change of the set value is completed, and in the subsequent games, a combination lottery or the like, which will be described later, is performed based on the stored set value. When the setting change process is performed, the RAM 65 of the slot machine 1 is initialized.

On the back surface side of the front door 5, a medal selector 48 is arranged at a position corresponding to the back side of the medal insertion slot 25. The medal selector 48 physically selects whether or not the medals inserted in the medal insertion slot 25 are legitimate, and the legitimate medals are stored on the first flow path 40 side for being stored in the hopper container 42. On the other hand, for non-regular medals, it has a structure for guiding to the second flow path 44 side for discharging to the outside.

Further, the medal selector 48 includes a switching solenoid 51 (see FIG. 4) and a charging sensor 53 (see FIG. 4). The switching solenoid 51 is a solenoid for forcibly switching the inserted medals to the second flow path 44 side according to the game situation (for example, during reel rotation, when the credit upper limit is reached, etc.). The insertion sensor 53 is a sensor that detects one medal guided to the first flow path 40 side among the medals inserted from the medal insertion slot 25. The medals detected by the charging sensor 53 are stored in the hopper container 42 in a state where the front door 5 is closed. On the other hand, the medal guided to the second flow path 44 side is discharged from the medal payout outlet 39 via the medal chute 47.

Next, with reference to FIG. 3, the configuration of the symbol arrangement of each of the reels 11L to 11R will be described. As shown in FIG. 3, a plurality of types of symbols are arranged in a predetermined order on the reels 11L to 11R, respectively. In FIG. 3, for convenience of explanation, a plurality of types of symbols are indicated by character strings such as "R7", "B7", "BAR", "REP", "BEL1", "BEL2", "WM", "CH1", "CH2", and "ST". However, in reality, the patterns corresponding to these character strings are arranged. For example, "R7" is a red "7" pattern, "B7" is a blue "7" pattern, "BAR" is a "BAR" pattern, "BEL1" is a "bell" pattern, and "REP". The patterns of "Replay" are arranged. The plurality of types of symbols are not limited to the symbols as long as they can be distinguished from other symbols, and may be any pattern, symbols, numbers, or the like. Since "BEL1" and "BEL2" are composed of patterns having similar appearances, they are also collectively referred to as "BEL". Similarly, "CH1" and "CH2" are also collectively referred to as "CH" because they are composed of patterns having similar appearances.

In FIG. 3, symbol numbers 0 to 19 are shown at the left end thereof, corresponding to a symbol arrangement area in which symbols are arranged on each of the reels 11L to 11R. The symbol numbers 0 to 19 are numbers for specifying which symbol arrangement region is the symbol in each of the reels 11L to 11R of the present embodiment.

In the case of the present embodiment, for example, a reel tape on which the symbols from the symbol numbers 0 to 19 are printed is attached to the peripheral surfaces of the reels 11L to 11R. Therefore, when the reels 11L to 11R rotate, a plurality of symbols are variably displayed on the display window 7 in a predetermined order such as symbol number ... 19 → 18 → 17 → ... 2 → 1 → 0 → 19 → 18 ... Can be made to.

In the slot machine 1 having the above configuration, first, a medal insertion into the medal insertion slot 25 or a bet switch 15 or the like is operated to set a specified number of medals required for starting one game. The rotation can be started, and when the start switch 19 is operated, the reels 11L to 11R are rotated to variably display the symbols and one game is started. In the present embodiment, "3" and "2" are defined as the specified number of gaming states other than the "bonus state", and the specified number of the "bonus state" will be described later according to the type of the bonus state. Is defined as either "3" or "2". That is, in the game state other than the "bonus state", the game can be played regardless of whether the bet number is "3" or "2", but in the "bonus state", the bet number is increased according to the type of the bonus state. The game can only be played with either "3" or "2". The specified number is not limited to this, and may be another value, or the same value may be set regardless of the gaming state.

After one game is started, the rotation of the corresponding reel is stopped by operating the stop switches 21L to 21R while the reels are rotating, and the rotation of all reels 11L to 11R is stopped to end one game. do. The slot machine 1 newly grants a predetermined privilege to the player according to the symbol combination (display result, game result) when all the reels 11L to 11R have stopped rotating. Prescribed benefits include, for example, transition of the game state, automatic setting of the number of bets for the next game without using new medals, and withdrawal of a predetermined number of medals (or credit addition) to add value for the game. However, it is not limited to these.

Further, in the slot machine 1, the stop switch is used from the start of rotation of the reels 11L to 11R by the operation to the start switch 19 until the rotation speed of each of the reels 11L to 11R reaches the steady rotation speed (predetermined speed). With the operation to 21L to 21R as an opportunity, it is possible to execute a reel effect (hereinafter, also referred to as a pseudo game) in which a rotating reel is pseudo-stopped (the stop is also referred to as a pseudo-stop) and a symbol combination is displayed. .. The pseudo game is executed when predetermined specific conditions such as the result of the winning combination lottery, the number of games digested from the start or end of the advantageous state, the random number lottery, and the transition of the game state are satisfied. In the simulated game, the rotation of the reels 11L to 11R is started by the operation of the start switch 19 until the rotation speed of each of the reels 11L to 11R reaches the steady rotation speed (this stop is enabled, which will be described later). As long as it is performed in the above period), the pseudo game (operation of pseudo-stopping the symbol combination after the reel rotation) may be performed a plurality of times.

Next, the electrical configuration of the slot machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 4, the slot machine 1 is provided with a main control board 63, a sub control board 73, a power supply unit 49, an external output board 90, and the like.

The main control board 63 is a board on which a main CPU 61 that controls the progress of the game is mounted. The sub control board 73 is a board on which a sub CPU 71 that controls an effect according to the progress of the game is mounted. The power supply unit 49 uses electric power supplied from the outside to generate a power source for driving various electric components mounted on the slot machine 1. The external output board 90 is a board that outputs a signal according to the progress of the game to the outside of the slot machine 1 (for example, a hall computer, a data display for each machine, etc.).

The main CPU 61 includes a ROM 67 that stores a game control program for controlling the progress of the game, and a RAM 65 that temporarily stores data related to the game, and is realized by executing the game control program stored in the ROM 67. It has various functions to be performed and various functions realized by controlling the hardware.

The main CPU 61 has an interrupt function such as a timer interrupt, executes a game control program stored in the ROM 67, and is transmitted from a switch (operation means) or a sensor (detection means) connected to the main control board 63. Processes related to the progress of the game based on the signal. Further, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not an error has occurred in the slot machine 1. The errors include, for example, a selector error detected by the closing sensor 53 for a predetermined time or longer, a full tank error in which the hopper container 42 is detected by the full tank sensor 58 to be full, and a hopper motor 57 being driven. Nevertheless, it includes a medal out error that has not been detected by the payout sensor 54 for a predetermined time or longer.

The switches and sensors connected to the main control board 63 include the input sensor 53, the bet switch 15, the maximum bet switch 17, the start switch 19, the door sensor 20, the stop switches 21L to 21R, and the checkout switch 23, as shown in FIG. , Reset switch 52, change processing start switch 56, position sensors 55L to 55R, payout sensor 54, full tank sensor 58, and the like.

Further, the main CPU 61 performs processing related to the progress of the game to drive and control the devices connected to the main control board 63. The devices connected to the main control board 63 include a switching solenoid 51, a credit display 45, a payout display 46, a notification display 60, an advantageous period notification lamp 80, and reel motors 14L to 14R, as shown in FIG. , Hopper motor 57, and various LEDs. Further, a display composed of a 7-segment LED is mounted on the main control board 63. On the main control board 63, the ratio of staying in the advantageous period for the entire game period, the ratio of the number of bonuses paid out to the total number of payouts, the bonus winning to the end of the bonus for the total number of games, The ratio of the number of games played, such as the number of medals, and the ratio of the total number of medals paid out by the navigation effect (instruction) during the advantageous period to the total number of medals paid out (for example, the number of medals paid out). It is equipped with a display that displays items such as (also called object ratio). It should be noted that the advantageous period stay ratio, the accessory ratio, the accessory state ratio, the indicated accessory ratio, etc. are not limited to those displayed on the display mounted on the main control board 63, but are provided separately. It may be displayed on a display (for example, a payout display 46 or the like). In this case, for example, when the reset switch 52 is operated, the main CPU 61 may display the advantageous period stay ratio, the accessory ratio, the accessory state ratio, the indicated accessory ratio, and the like on the display. good.

The main control board 63 transmits various commands to the sub control board 73 according to the progress of the game. The sub control board 73 controls the effect based on the command from the main control board 63. On the other hand, a command cannot be sent from the sub control board 73 to the main control board 63. The command is transmitted from the main control board 63 to the sub control board 73 in only one direction.

The sub CPU 71 mounted on the sub control board 73 includes a ROM 77 for storing an effect control program for controlling the effect and a RAM 75 for temporarily storing data related to the effect, and the effect control stored in the ROM 77. It has various functions realized by executing a program and various functions realized by controlling hardware.

The sub CPU 71 has an interrupt function such as a timer interrupt, executes an effect control program stored in the ROM 77 based on a command from the main control board 63, and determines the effect content according to the progress of the game. Etc., and based on the result, the devices connected to the sub control board 73 are driven and controlled to produce an effect. The devices connected to the sub control board 73 include speakers 31L and 31R, a liquid crystal display 27, various lamps / LEDs, an effect operation unit 81, a chance switch 81F, a game identification lamp 82, and the like, as shown in FIG. Is included. The liquid crystal display 27 includes a display control unit that executes display processing for displaying an image in a display area. The display control unit executes a display process based on a command for display control from the sub control board 73, and displays a predetermined image in the display area of the liquid crystal display 27. Further, the display control unit can also send a command to the sub control board 73 according to the display content. The sub-control board 73 transmits commands corresponding to the speakers 31L, 31R, various lamps, LEDs, and the like based on commands from the display control unit, thereby producing a sound or light effect corresponding to the image displayed in the display area. To execute. The various lamps / LEDs controlled by the sub CPU 71 include LEDs mounted inside the operation unit corresponding to the various switches. The sub CPU 71 can illuminate the operation unit by controlling the LED or the like so that the power consumption corresponds to the controlled mode, depending on whether or not the eco mode is used.

The effect operation unit 81 includes a determination switch 81a for determination, a left selection switch 81b for selection, a right selection switch 81c, an upper selection switch 81d, and a lower selection switch 81e (collectively referred to as up / down / left / right switches). Is provided. The sub CPU 71 executes a promotion effect that prompts an operation to the chance switch 81F when executing or developing a predetermined effect, and executes or develops a predetermined effect by operating the chance switch 81F. Control to make it. Further, the sub CPU 71 is in a state where the effect mode can be selected from among a plurality of types of effect modes having different types of effects (characters and backgrounds) to be executed by the liquid crystal display 27 or the like (during the effect mode selection screen display). In, one of the effect modes is selected by operating the up / down / left / right switches, and the selected effect mode is set by operating the determination switch 81a.

Further, the sub CPU 71 shifts to the administrator menu state by operating the determination switch 81a when the change processing start switch 56 is operated to shift to the setting change processing, and displays the administrator menu screen on the liquid crystal display. It can be displayed on the vessel 27. On the administrator menu screen, "date and time setting", "setting change history" can be displayed, "mobile phone interlocking service ON / OFF setting", "eco mode setting" and the like can be performed. The eco-mode is a mode in which the power consumed by the production execution by the devices connected to the sub-control board 73 is saved more than usual. When the eco mode is set, for example, the control to lower the brightness of the liquid crystal display 27, various lamps / LEDs, the control to shorten the driving time or the lighting time, and the speaker 31L, 31R output from the normal time. Control to lower the volume is performed.

The sub CPU 71 does not rotate any of the reels 11L to 11R, and a specific effect generated according to the progress of the game (for example, continuous effect over a plurality of games, a chance button for prompting an operation to the chance switch 81F). The player is operated by operating the determination switch 81a when the determination switch 81a is not executed during the production, the pseudo game, after the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game, and before the transition to the main game, etc.). The player's menu screen is made displayable on the liquid crystal display 27 by shifting to the menu state.

Further, on the player menu screen, a mobile interlocking service for confirming a role history such as the number of times a prize is generated and the probability of occurrence of a prize and accumulating a player's game history according to an operation to the effect operation unit 81. (Hereafter, it is also referred to as mobile interlocking), the volume setting output from the speakers 31L and 31R, the brightness adjustment of the liquid crystal display 27, and the like can be performed. The eco-mode setting will be described with reference to an example in which the eco-mode can be set in the administrator menu state, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the eco-mode setting may be set in the player menu state.

The sub CPU 71 selects an item or a target to be displayed by operating the up / down / left / right switches in the administrator menu state and the player menu state, and responds to the selected item or target by operating the determination switch 81a. Execute the processing. It should be noted that the sub CPU 71 may shift to the player menu state by operating the determination switch 81a even when a specific effect is being executed. In this case, the sub CPU 71 draws an image of a specific effect on a specific layer, and by operating the determination switch 81a, the player menu screen in the player menu state in the layer having a higher priority than the specific layer. By drawing the image of, the player menu screen may be displayed with priority. While the player menu screen is being displayed, the specific effect on the specific layer may be continuously executed, or the specific effect on the specific layer may be temporarily terminated.

Further, when the specific effect is continuously executed on the specific layer while the player menu screen is displayed and the effect is a continuous effect without a chance button effect for prompting the operation of the chance switch 81F, the effect is continuous. The player menu screen can be displayed by operating the decision switch 81a, while the player menu screen is displayed even if the decision switch 81a is operated when the effect is a chance button effect that prompts the operation to the chance switch 81F. You may not do it. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the switch for developing the chance button effect from being operated while the player menu screen is being displayed and unintentionally developing the effect.

Further, the sub CPU 71 encourages operation of a specific effect (for example, continuous effect over a plurality of games, chance switch 81F) that is not rotated in any of the reels 11L to 11R and is generated according to the progress of the game. Chance button effect, during a pseudo game, after the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game, until the transition to the main game, etc.) is not executed, and any operation is detected. In a state where a predetermined time has passed (hereinafter, also referred to as a standby state or a game waiting state), a predetermined demo effect is executed. There are multiple types of demo production. The sub CPU 71 executes a type of demo effect according to a symbol (display result) that is stopped when controlled during the game standby. Further, when an operation (for example, an operation for setting a bet number) is detected during the execution of the demo effect, the return effect can be executed. The sub CPU 71 executes the return effect according to the time from the start of the demo effect to the detection of the operation. Both the demo effect and the return effect are effects performed by displaying a predetermined demo screen and a return screen on the liquid crystal display 27.

Further, the sub CPU 71 executes a promotion effect for prompting an operation to the chance switch 81F when executing or developing a predetermined effect, and executes a predetermined effect by operating the chance switch 81F. Or control to develop. Further, the sub CPU 71 is in a state where the effect mode can be selected from among a plurality of types of effect modes having different types of effects (characters and backgrounds) to be executed by the liquid crystal display 27 or the like (during the effect mode selection screen display). In, one of the effect modes is selected by operating the up / down / left / right switches of the effect operation unit 81, and the selected effect mode is set by operating the determination switch 81a.

<Game control processing>
The main CPU 61 performs a game control process for controlling the progress of the game based on the game control program stored in the ROM 67. FIG. 5 is a diagram for explaining an example of the game control process.

The main CPU 61 is for setting the number of bets according to the detection signal from the input sensor 53, the operation signal from the bet switch 15 or the maximum bet switch 17, the re-game flag set at the time of winning the re-game combination, and the like. Performs the bet number setting process. In the bet number setting process, the bet number setting command is output when the bet number is set. Further, in the bet number setting process, a drive signal for driving the hopper motor 57 is output based on the operation signal from the settlement switch 23, and the number of medals corresponding to the credit amount or the set bet number is paid out. The settlement process is performed.

In step S01 in the game control process, it is determined whether or not the set number of bets has reached the specified number. When it is not determined in step S01 that the number of bets has reached the specified number, the process of step S01 is repeated. When it is determined in step S01 that the number of bets has reached the specified number, the rotation startable state (validation) for effectively accepting the operation to the start switch 19 is set, and the operation to the start switch 19 is detected in step S02. It is determined whether or not the start lever has been activated, that is, whether or not the start lever has been activated. When it is not determined in step S02 that the start lever has been operated, the process of step S02 is repeated. When it is determined in step S02 that the start lever has been operated, the process proceeds to the internal lottery process in step S03. When shifting to the internal lottery process, a bet command that can specify the actually set number of bets (number of medals) is output. As a result, it is possible to specify the number of medals for which the bet number is set for one game even on the sub control board 73 side.

In the internal lottery process of step S03, a random number value for winning combination lottery is extracted from a random number circuit that updates the random number value within a predetermined range (for example, 0 to 65535), and is predetermined based on the extracted value (hereinafter referred to as an extracted value). A winning combination lottery is held to determine whether or not to win one of the plurality of types of winning combinations. In the winning combination lottery, a winning combination lottery table in which the winning probability can be specified for each winning combination group subject to the winning combination lottery shown in FIG. 9 is referred to. The winning combination lottery table is stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 67.

As the types of roles, a bonus role, a replaying role, and a small role are provided. The bonus role is a transition role that accompanies the transition to a bonus state in which the probability of winning a small role is high. The replay combination (hereinafter, also referred to as replay) is a combination that sets the above-mentioned replay flag when a prize is won. In the bet number setting process, when the re-game flag is set, the specified number of games (this time games) to be started next (from now) is set without using new medals (or credits) owned by the player. It is a role to automatically set the corresponding bet number as the bet number of the next game. A small role is a role that involves paying out a predetermined number of medals (or adding credits).

As the bonus role, for example, there are a plurality of types of roles whose role names are "RBB role 1" to "RBB role 5" (hereinafter collectively referred to as bonus role or "RBB role"), and "SB role". It is provided. Of "RBB role 1" to "RBB role 5", "RBB role 1" to "RBB role 3" and "SB role" can be won or won in a game in which "3" is set as the bet number. Become. On the other hand, "RBB combination 4" and "RBB combination 5" can be won or won in a game in which "2" is set as the bet number. For each of the symbol combinations (combinations that win a prize) of "RBB combination 1" to "RBB combination 5", for example, combinations consisting of symbols such as "B7", "R7", and "BAR" are predetermined. When a prize is won in the RBB role, it is controlled to a bonus state. The bonus state ends with a game in which the number of medals paid out exceeds the number of medals corresponding to the winning bonus combination (for example, RBB1 to RBB3: 36, RBB4, 5: 5). Further, the symbol combination of the "SB combination" includes, for example, a combination including "BEL", "CH", and other symbols constituting a small combination and a re-game combination described later (for example, a game at first glance when the game is stopped). Combinations of loose stitches that are difficult for a person to grasp, etc.) are predetermined. The symbol combination of the "SB combination" may be a combination consisting of symbols such as "B7", "R7", and "BAR". When the SB role is won, only the next one game is controlled to the single bonus state.

Also, as the re-game role, for example, the role name is "normal RP role", "R7 matching RP role", "B7 matching RP role", "BAR matching RP role", "BAR tempai RP role" (hereinafter, Collectively, there are multiple types of roles called "RP roles"). Each of the symbol combinations (combinations that win a prize) of the replaying combination including these is predetermined to be a combination consisting of symbols such as "REP", "BEL", "B7", and "R7". For example, when the symbol combination of the "normal RP combination" is stopped on the winning line NL, the "REP" is stopped on any line (for example, a middle line (middle, middle, middle), etc.). Further, when the symbol combination of "R7 matching RP combination" is stopped on the winning line NL, "R7" is stopped on any line. Further, when each symbol combination of "B7 matching RP combination" and "BAR matching RP combination" is stopped on the winning line NL, the corresponding "B7" and "BAR" are stopped on any of the lines. Also, when the symbol combination of "BAR Tempai RP role" is stopped on the winning line NL, "BAR" is tempted and stopped at any two places on the left middle, middle right, left and right on any line. NS.

As the small role, for example, there are a plurality of types of roles whose role names are "correct AT role", "one piece role", "watermelon role 1", "watermelon role 2", and "cherry role". When the symbol combination (combination that becomes a winning combination) of the "correct answer AT combination" is stopped on the winning line NL, the "BEL" is stopped on one of the lines. "Watermelon role 1" and "watermelon role 2" are also collectively referred to as "WM role". When the symbol combination of the "WM combination" is stopped on the winning line NL, the "WM" may be stopped on any of the lines. When the symbol combination of the "cherry role" is stopped on the winning line NL, "CH" may be stopped on any of the lines. Similarly, for other small roles, combinations consisting of symbols such as "REP", "BEL", "WM", "CH", "B7", and "R7" are predetermined. When a small winning combination is won, a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the small winning combination. For example, the number of payouts for the "correct AT combination" is set to "10". The number of "watermelon role 1" and "watermelon role 2" to be paid out is set to "3". The number of payouts for the "one-card role" and "cherry role" is set to "1". For this reason, the "single role" and "cherry role" are collectively referred to as the single role. Similarly, for other small roles, the number of payouts when winning a prize is predetermined.

In the internal lottery process, a winning combination lottery is performed for each of a plurality of types of winning combination groups composed of predetermined combinations. The winning combination group in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 9.

As the winning combination group including the bonus combination, "RBB1" to "RBB5" and "SB" are provided. "RBB1" to "RBB5" are winning combination groups each consisting of one bonus combination (one of the above-mentioned "RBB roles 1 to 5"), and "SB" is from "SB role". It is a winning combination group. The winning combination group including the bonus combination may include not only the bonus combination but also the winning combination group that is elected at the same time as other roles (for example, watermelon role, cherry role, etc.).

As the winning combination group of the re-game combination, "MRP1", "NRP1" to "NRP3" are provided. "MRP1" "NRP1" to "NRP3" are "normal RP role", "R7 matching RP role", "B7 matching RP role", "BAR matching RP role", "BAR tempai RP role", etc., respectively. It is a winning combination group composed of a predetermined combination of combinations among a plurality of types of replaying combinations including. The combination of the combinations constituting each of "MRP1", "NRP1" to "NRP3" is defined to be different from the combination of the combinations constituting the winning combination group of the other replaying combination. For example, "MRP1" and "NRP3" both include a "normal RP combination", while the two include different replay combinations, so that the combination of the combinations constituting each is different. In addition, "NRP1" and "NRP2" both include "normal RP role", "R7 matching RP role", "B7 matching RP role", "BAR matching RP role", and "BAR tempai RP role", while both By including different replaying combinations in, the combination of the combinations constituting each is defined to be different.

The winning combination groups for small roles include "A_LC1" to "A_RC2", "B_LC1" to "B_RC2", "CH", "WM1", "WM2", "SP1", "SP2", "BE", and "Be". "ALL1" and "ALL2" are provided. The winning combination group of these small roles is predetermined among a plurality of types of small roles including "correct AT role", "one piece role", "watermelon role 1", "watermelon role 2", "cherry role", etc. It is a winning combination group consisting of a combination of the winning combinations. "A_LC1" to "A_RC2", "B_LC1" to "B_RC2", "CH", "WM1", "WM2", "SP1", "SP2", "BE", "ALL1", and "ALL2" respectively. The combination of winning combinations is defined to be different from the combination of winning combinations of other small winning combination. For example, "A_LC1" to "A_RC2", "B_LC1" to "B_RC2", "BE", and "ALL2" both include "correct AT combination" and "single combination", but by including different small combinations. , The combinations of the combinations that make up each are defined to be different. "A_LC1" to "A_RC2" and "B_LC1" to "B_RC2" are also referred to as AT roles because they are subject to navigation effects during AT. Further, "CH" includes at least "cherry role". While "WM1" and "WM2" both include "watermelon role 1" and "watermelon role 2", they are defined so that the combination of the roles constituting the two is different by including different small roles.

Of these multiple types of winning combination groups, the winning combination group to be the target of the combination lottery is determined for each of the plurality of types of gaming states. Further, the determination value related to the winning probability in the winning combination lottery is determined according to the winning combination group, the controlled gaming state, and the set value.

As the game states that can be controlled in the slot machine 1, "RT0" in which none of the RBB combinations are won, "RT1" in which any of the RBB combinations 1 to RBB combination 3 is won, the RBB combination 4 and the RBB. "RT2" in which any of the roles 5 is won, "RBB1" to "RBB5" which are bonus states associated with the winning of each of the RBB roles 1 to RBB role 5, and "RBB1" which is a single bonus state associated with the winning of the SB role. SB "and the like are provided. "RT0" to "RT2" are also collectively referred to as a general gaming state. Further, the bonus states "RBB1" to "RBB5" are also collectively referred to as RBB.

In the game status column of FIG. 9, the winning combination groups subject to the combination lottery are indicated by ◯ in each of RT0 to RT2 when betting 3 cards, RT0 to RT2 when betting 2 cards, and RBB1 to 5 / SB. Winning role groups that are not subject to the role lottery are indicated by a cross. In particular, RBB1 to RBB3 and SB are subject to the winning combination lottery only when betting 3 cards during RT0, and RBB4 and 5 are subject to the winning combination lottery only when betting 2 cards during RT0. It has been decided.

In the internal lottery process, the judgment value (judgment value according to the set set value) of the winning combination group that is the target of the combination lottery in the current game state is read, and the value subtracted from the extraction value (update the extraction value). Judgment processing is performed to determine whether or not is smaller than a predetermined value (for example, 0), and if it is not a small value (for example, when it is 0 or more), determination processing is performed for the next winning combination group. Repeat the cycle.

When it is determined in the determination process for any of the winning combination groups that the value is smaller than the predetermined value, it is determined that the winning combination group has been won, and the winning flag of the combination included in the winning combination group is determined. Is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 65, and the winning combination lottery is completed. Therefore, the probability of winning the winning combination group is "determined value of the winning combination group / 65536". It can be said that the winning combination group has a high winning probability because the larger the determination value read out in the winning combination lottery, the easier it is for the value to be smaller than the predetermined value. On the other hand, when it is determined that the value is not smaller than the predetermined value even though the judgment process is performed for all the winning combination groups that are the targets of the winning combination lottery, no winning combination group has been won. Is determined to be. The internal lottery process ends the winning combination lottery when it is determined that one of the winning combination groups has been won, or when it is determined that no winning combination group has been won and it is "missing".

Here, the winning probability of the small winning combination of "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" in the winning combination group and the winning probability of the lottery target combination in "SB" will be described. First, the winning probability of "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" is determined so that the probability of winning is higher when the probability is RT0 to RT2 when betting three cards than when the probability is RT0 to RT2 when betting two cards. Is stipulated. More specifically, the winning probabilities of "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" in RT0 to RT2 at the time of betting three cards are the payout rates during AT in which the navigation effect described later can be executed (for example, payout rate = (expected payout rate). The determination value is determined so that the probability that (number of sheets) / (number of sheets used for setting the number of bets) x 100) is 1 or more. On the other hand, the winning probability of "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" in RT0 to RT2 at the time of betting two cards is the probability that the payout rate will be less than 1 even during the AT in which the navigation effect described later can be executed. As shown above, the judgment value is determined. The state where the payout rate is less than 1 can be rephrased as the state where the deducted number obtained by subtracting (the number used for setting the bet number) from (the expected number of payouts) is less than 0.

Further, in "SB", as shown in FIG. 9, "ALL1" and "ALL2" are defined as lottery target combinations. As will be described later, one medal is paid out in the game in which "ALL1" is won, and ten medals are paid out in the game in which "ALL2" is won. However, the determination value is set so that the winning probability of the lottery target combination in "SB" is higher in "ALL1" than in "ALL2". More specifically, the determination value is set so that the winning probability of each of "ALL1" and "ALL2" is the probability that the payout rate in "SB" is less than 1.

Returning to FIG. 5, after the internal lottery process in step S03 is performed, a process for outputting a winning type command capable of specifying the type of the winning combination group won in the winning combination lottery in step S04 to the sub control board 73. I do. For example, when the RBB role is won, a winning type command that can identify that one of the "RBB roles" is won is output, and when the RP role is won, one of the re-game roles is won. The winning type command that can specify is output, and when "A_LC1" to "A_RC2", "B_LC1" to "B_RC2", etc. are won, the winning type command that can specify that the AT combination has been won is output. As a result, on the sub-control board 73 side, it is possible to execute an effect according to the type of the winning combination group.

In step S05, the push order buffer setting process is performed. FIG. 6A is a flowchart for explaining the push order buffer setting process. The RAM 65 is provided with a push order buffer for storing a value in which a mode (push order or the like) of a stop operation for the stop switches 21L to 21R is defined.

In step S31 in the push order buffer setting process, first, the value stored in the push order buffer is cleared, that is, updated to a value of "0". In step S32, it is determined whether or not the AT is in progress when the advantageous operation mode is notified. When it is not determined in step S32 that AT is in progress, the push order buffer setting process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S32 that AT is in progress, a process of turning on the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is performed in step S33. When the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is already lit, the lighting is maintained.

In step S34, it is determined based on the winning flag and the like whether or not the AT combination, which is the winning combination group to be notified of the advantageous operation mode, has been won. When it is not determined in step S34 that the AT combination has been won, the push order buffer setting process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S34 that the AT combination has been won, the value specified (selected) according to the AT combination established in step S35 is stored (stored) in the push order buffer. When specifying the value in step S35, any value is specified from the values for which the operation mode matching the advantageous operation mode corresponding to the established AT combination is defined. The value stored in the push order buffer is held until it is acquired at least in step S14 of FIG. 5, and is cleared at the time of executing step S31 in the next game.

FIG. 6B shows a value that can be stored in the push order buffer, a stop operation mode (operation-related information) defined in the value, a display content displayed on the notification display 60, and a liquid crystal display. The display content displayed on the display 27 is shown. As the display contents displayed on the notification display 60, "1" to "12" are exemplified in FIG. 6B. The display contents displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 include circled numbers "1" to "3", "?", And "x", and the push order and correct answer for the left to left reels. -Information on incorrect answers, etc.-Information on the push order, correct answers, incorrect answers, etc. for the middle reel-Information on the push order, correct answers, incorrect answers, etc. for the right reel is shown.

For example, for the value "1", "1" is defined as the display content displayed on the notification display 60, and "1 ・ 2 ・ 3" is set as the display content displayed on the liquid crystal display 27. Is defined, and an operation mode (so-called one-choice advantageous operation mode) in which the left reel 11L is first stopped, the middle reel 11M is secondly stopped, and the right reel 11R is thirdly stopped is defined. Further, for the value "5", "5" is defined as the display content displayed on the notification display 60, and "2, 3.1" is set as the display content displayed on the liquid crystal display 27. Is defined, and an operation mode in which the right reel 11R is first stopped, the left reel 11L is secondly stopped, and the middle reel 11M is thirdly stopped is defined. Further, for the value "7", "7" is defined as the display content displayed on the notification display 60, and "1 ...?" Is displayed as the display content displayed on the liquid crystal display 27. Is defined, and the correct procedure is to stop the left reel 2L first, and it is not possible to specify whether the second stop is the middle reel 11M or the right reel 11R (so-called two-choice advantageous operation mode). )It is shown. Further, for the value "10", "10" is defined as the display content displayed on the notification display 60, and "x ...?" Is displayed as the display content displayed on the liquid crystal display 27. Is defined, the left reel 2L is not the first stop but an incorrect procedure, the first stop is either the middle reel 11M or the right reel 11R, and the second stop is any of the remaining reels. It is shown that it cannot be specified (so-called four-choice advantageous operation mode). The value "0" does not define the display content to be displayed on the notification display 60, the notification display 60 is in a non-display state, and the liquid crystal display 27 is optional. The term "arbitrary" means, for example, only when a winning combination group (replay) in which the result of the game is the same regardless of the mode of the player's stop operation is won, or when a pseudo game is being executed. It means that it is permissible to notify an image such as "replay" or an arbitrary pressing order on the display 27.

As an advantageous operation mode for winning the "correct AT combination" among the AT combinations, the left reel 11L is first stopped, then the middle reel 11M is stopped second, and finally the right reel 11R is stopped third. When the mode is defined as "A_LC1", in step S35, any one of "1", "7", "11", and "12", which is an appropriate value as an advantageous operation mode of "A_LC1", is specified. Then, the value is saved (stored) in the push order buffer. When specifying any value, the ratio changes based on the mode related to the payout rate during AT and specific parameters updated according to the progress of the game such as the net increase number of cards and the number of digested games during the advantageous period. It may be a thing or a thing having the same ratio. Further, when controlling so as not to notify the advantageous operation mode of the winning AT combination at a predetermined ratio in order to change the net increase number of medals during AT, specify any value including the value "0". You may do so. Further, it is not limited to the one in which any one of a plurality of values is specified from the type of the winning combination group, and even if it is defined so that one value is uniquely specified from the type of the winning combination group. good. For example, in the case of a gaming machine having only the above-mentioned advantageous operation mode which is the so-called one option, the value "1" may be specified when "A_LC1" is won during AT.

Returning to FIG. 5, in step S06, the first related process is performed as the AT system lottery process after the start lever. In the first related process of step S06, a process related to an advantageous period is performed. In the present embodiment, it becomes possible to control the advantageous period by satisfying the predetermined advantageous period transition condition in the normal period. The advantageous period includes an advantageous general, a chance zone (hereinafter referred to as CZ), and an assist time (hereinafter referred to as AT). The general advantage is the period during which the CZ transition lottery for whether or not to transition to CZ can be executed. The CZ is a period during which the AT transition lottery for whether or not to shift the AT game to an executable AT can be executed. Advantageous general is a period during which a transition lottery (CZ transition lottery, AT transition lottery) for whether or not to shift to an AT in which a CZ or AT game can be executed can be executed. CZ is a period during which an AT transition lottery for whether or not to transition to AT can be executed. In the AT transition lottery, the rate at which the transition to AT is determined is higher in the CZ than in the advantageous general.

Advantageous general and CZ in the advantageous period are periods in which the payout rate does not exceed 1 during the period (for example, also referred to as a non-ball-out period during the advantageous period), whereas in AT, AT games are performed. As a result, it can be said that it is a period in which the payout rate during AT exceeds 1 (for example, it is also referred to as a ball ejection period during an advantageous period). In the advantageous period, the advantage is generally controlled first. Further, in the general advantage, the CZ can be controlled by winning in the CZ transition lottery performed by satisfying the predetermined CZ transition lottery conditions. Further, in the advantageous general and CZ, the AT can be controlled by winning in the AT transition lottery performed by satisfying the predetermined AT transition lottery conditions. Therefore, it can be said that the advantageous period is a period that can be controlled by the AT. Further, it can be said that the AT during the advantageous period is an advantageous state for the player.

The predetermined advantageous period transition condition is a condition that is established based on the result of the winning combination lottery in the internal lottery process. FIG. 10A shows a winning combination group that satisfies the advantageous period transition condition. The conditions for shifting to the advantageous period are among "SB", "A_LC1" to "B_RC2", "CH", "WM1", "WM2", "SP1", "SP2", and "BE" in the winning combination group. It is established by winning one of them and is controlled during the advantageous period. In addition, the transition condition to the advantageous period is also satisfied by winning the winning combination group having a setting difference in the winning probability, and by winning the winning combination group having no setting difference in the winning probability. Also holds. Further, the conditions for shifting to the advantageous period may be satisfied by winning a specific winning combination group that is uniformly defined regardless of the type of the state in which the winning probability in the winning combination lottery is controlled. .. "The winning probability in the winning combination lottery is uniformly determined regardless of the type of the controlled state" means that the winning probability in the winning combination lottery is uniformly determined in any state.

Further, for each of the predetermined CZ transition lottery conditions and the predetermined AT transition lottery conditions, for example, the winning combination groups (SB, "A_LC1" to "B_RC2", "CH", "WM1", "WM1" shown in FIG. 10B are shown. It is established by winning any of "WM2", "SP1", "SP2", "BE"). When the AT transition lottery condition is satisfied, as shown in FIG. 10B, the player wins the AT transition lottery with the AT winning probability predetermined according to the type of the winning combination group. Therefore, for example, when "SB" is won in the normal period, it is controlled in the advantageous period by satisfying the advantageous transition condition, the CZ transition lottery condition and the AT transition lottery condition are satisfied, and the lottery is performed, and the AT transition lottery is performed. If you win in, it may be controlled by AT during the advantageous period. In addition, although the example in which the advantageous period transition condition, the CZ transition lottery condition, and the AT transition lottery condition are exactly the same conditions is shown, the conditions may be completely different, and some of them are common. It may include conditions.

The conditions for ending the advantageous period are the first condition that is established when the advantageous period counter = 1500 indicating that the upper limit of the advantageous period (for example, the maximum number of games: 1500) has been reached, and the number of bets in the advantageous period. The lowest cumulative number of accumulated differences based on the number of medals and the number of medals awarded is set to 0 as the base point, and the current cumulative number from that base point reaches the upper limit of the advantageous period (for example, the upper limit cumulative number: 2400). The second condition that is satisfied by doing so is included. The cumulative number is specified according to the value of the cumulative number counter that is updated during the advantageous period. Both the advantageous period counter and the cumulative number counter are updated in a predetermined area of the RAM 65. It should be noted that the upper limit number of games 1500, which is the first condition, and the upper limit cumulative number 2400, which is the second condition, do not always reach the numerical values, and the advantageous period is a numerical value that does not exceed these conditions. It may be terminated, for example, it may be terminated at around 1450 under the first condition, or at around 2300 under the second condition.

As a condition for ending the advantageous period, further, the number of AT games and the number of AT navigations have ended, and the game is digested a predetermined number of times without being transferred to CZ or AT during the advantageous general after the end of AT. It also includes a third condition that is satisfied by digesting the game a predetermined number of times without being transferred to the AT during the CZ after the AT is completed. In the following, the conditions for ending the advantageous period (general advantage, either CZ or AT) are collectively referred to as "conditions for ending the advantageous period (condition for ending the advantageous period)". The conditions for terminating the advantageous period are not limited to those exemplified in this embodiment as long as they include at least the first condition and the second condition, and conditions that can be satisfied by other predetermined events. May be.

In the first related process, during the advantageous period, the advantageous period may end with the predetermined CZ transition lottery condition, the predetermined AT transition lottery condition (for example, winning a predetermined winning combination group), and the end of the game this time. It is determined whether or not the situation (for example, the maximum number of games (1500) or the maximum cumulative number (2400) of the advantageous period has been reached by this game), and if the situation can be satisfied, the condition may be satisfied. Perform a production that incites something. For example, the main CPU 61 drives and controls the payout display 46, the notification display 60, and the like in such a manner that all segments are blinked.

In step S07, a process for outputting a test signal for smoothly performing a test or the like related to the gaming machine to the outside via the external output device 90 is performed. The test signal includes information that can identify the type of winning combination, the optimum pressing order or the optimum pressing position (stop operation timing, etc.) corresponding to the winning combination.

In step S08, a command is transmitted to the sub control board 73. The command output in step S08 includes a command for specifying information related to the advantageous period and AT, a push order command including information for specifying a value stored in the push order buffer, and the like. As a result, even on the sub-control board 73 side, it is possible to execute an effect for notifying the operation mode, which is the display content (see FIG. 6B) corresponding to the value stored in the push order buffer, on the liquid crystal display 27 or the like. Become. Further, when the above-mentioned predetermined CZ transition lottery condition, predetermined AT transition lottery condition, and the situation where the advantageous period can end with the end of this game, the main CPU 61 specifies a condition that may be satisfied. Outputs possible condition-related commands to the sub-control board 73. Thereby, for example, the liquid crystal display 27 can notify the possibility that each of the predetermined CZ transition lottery condition, the predetermined AT transition lottery condition, and the condition for terminating the advantageous period is satisfied. As described above, the first related process executes the process according to whether or not the conditions related to the advantageous period can be satisfied. Regarding the process for actually shifting to the advantageous period and the process for determining whether or not the condition for ending the advantageous period is satisfied and ending the advantageous period, for example, the process of step S19 or the like described later is performed. Will be.

In step S09, it is determined whether the game is in a bonus such as RBB or is a game at the time of betting two cards. When it is determined in step S09 that the bonus is in progress, or when it is determined that the game is a two-card betting game, the process proceeds to step S12. When it is not determined in step S09 that the bonus is in progress and it is not determined that the game is a two-card betting game, whether or not the specific condition is satisfied in step S10 and the pseudo game is executed. Is determined. If it is not determined in step S10 that it is time to execute the pseudo game, the process proceeds to step S12. When it is determined in step S10 that the pseudo game is to be executed, the pseudo game process is performed in step S11.

FIG. 7 is a flowchart for explaining the pseudo game process. In step S41, a pseudo game start command is transmitted to the sub control board 73. Thereby, it can be specified that the pseudo game is started on the sub control board 73 side. As a result, on the sub-control board 73 side, for example, a game identification lamp 82, a liquid crystal display 27, or the like can be used to perform pseudo game identification notification that makes it possible to specify that a pseudo game is in progress. Further, on the sub-control board 73 side, for example, regardless of whether the sub-control board 73 is in the advantageous period or in the AT, the mode of the stop operation (for example, the push order, the stop timing, the target symbol, etc.) is displayed on the liquid crystal display during the simulated game. It can be displayed on the display 27. In step S42, the pseudo game reel activation process is performed. In the pseudo game reel start processing, in order to start the pseudo game, the reel motors 14L to 14R are driven and controlled to rotate the reels 11L to 11R.

In step S43, the vibration control flag is set. The vibration control flag is a flag for performing a process of slightly vibrating a reel that is pseudo-stopped in response to an operation to a stop switch during a simulated game at regular time intervals (for example, 500 msec). In step S44, a pseudo stop activation process is performed. In the pseudo stop activation process, for example, after the rotation speeds of the reels 11L to 11R started by the pseudo game reel start process in step S42 reach a constant speed (for example, the excitation pattern of the reel motors 14L to 14R has a constant speed). After the excitation pattern becomes It is in a state of being effectively accepted (pseudo stop enabled). Further, in the pseudo stop activation process, the LED (also referred to as a stoptable lamp) mounted inside the operation unit of each of the stop switches 21L to 21R is displayed in a pseudo mode (for example, red) in accordance with the pseudo stop activation process. The process of turning on is performed. The constant speed for which the pseudo stop is enabled in the pseudo stop activation process may be, for example, the same speed as the predetermined speed which is the above-mentioned steady rotation speed, or a speed slower than the predetermined speed or a predetermined speed. The speed may be faster than the speed. Further, the constant speed for enabling the pseudo stop is not defined as one speed like the steady rotation speed, and for example, one of the multiple speeds is specified for each pseudo game (that is, the pseudo stop). It may be different for each game).

In step S45, a pseudo game reel stop process is performed. In the pseudo game reel stop process, a process of ending the rotation of the reel and performing a pseudo stop is performed by operating the stop switch corresponding to the rotating reel. In the pseudo game reel stop process, the reel is pseudo-stopped at a position corresponding to the operation mode (for example, push order, operation timing, etc.) to the stop switch (similar to the reel stop process in step S16 described later). The reel may be pseudo-stopped at a predetermined position, a predetermined position, or the like regardless of the operation mode of the stop switch. When the position to be pseudo-stopped in the pseudo-game, that is, the symbol to be pseudo-stopped is predetermined or predetermined, the main control board 63 is a predetermined symbol or a predetermined symbol. Information that can identify the symbol to be pseudo-stopped (pseudo-stop scheduled symbol command) may be transmitted to the sub-control board 73 side. On the sub-control board 73 side, the notification content such as the navigation effect to be notified during the pseudo game may be determined based on the pseudo stop schedule symbol command (for example, step S121 in FIG. 15 described later). The main control board 63 has described an example of transmitting a pseudo-stop schedule symbol command capable of specifying a symbol to be pseudo-stopped. However, as a predetermined case, when a pseudo game occurs, a specific symbol combination is described. Is always pseudo-stopped, on the sub-control board 73 side, the notification content corresponding to the specific symbol combination is specified based on the pseudo-game start command transmitted in step S41 (for example, step S121 in FIG. 15 described later). ) May be done.

Further, in the pseudo game reel stop processing, when the reel is pseudo-stopped in response to an operation to the stop switch, information that can identify the pseudo-stopped reel and the symbols arranged on the reel (for example,). Pseudo-stop symbol specification command, etc.) and information that can specify the symbol combination that is pseudo-stopped when all reels are pseudo-stopped (for example, pseudo-stop symbol combination specification command, etc.) on the sub-control board 73 side. It may be output to. Further, on the sub-control board 73 side, an effect corresponding to the pseudo-stopped symbol may be performed based on the pseudo-stop symbol specifying command or the pseudo-stop symbol specifying command.

Further, while the vibration control flag is set, an excitation signal for changing the excitation phase is output to the reel motor that controls the reel that is pseudo-stopped at regular time intervals (for example, 500 msec). As a result, the reel that is pseudo-stopped during the simulated game can be slightly vibrated at regular time intervals (for example, 500 msec).

In step S46, it is determined whether or not all the reels have been pseudo-stopped. When it is not determined in step S46 that all the reels are pseudo-stopped, in step S48, it is determined whether or not a predetermined time (for example, 5 minutes or the like) has elapsed since the pseudo game was started. When it is determined in step S48 that a predetermined time has elapsed since the start of the pseudo game, the spinning reel is forcibly stopped in step S49, and the process proceeds to step S50. When the pseudo stop is forcibly stopped, the pseudo stop is performed in the optimum manner for the player. The optimum mode may be, for example, a mode of a stop operation according to a value stored in the push order buffer, and a push order notified on the sub-control board 73 side during a simulated game as described later. When determining the above on the main control board 63 side, the push order or the like may be used.

On the other hand, when it is not determined in step S48 that a predetermined time has elapsed since the pseudo game was started, it is determined in step S47 whether or not a pseudo cancel operation for canceling the pseudo game is performed. The pseudo-cancel operation is, for example, an operation on the settlement switch 23. The pseudo-cancel operation may be an operation on the operation means that also accepts an operation for causing another function such as the settlement switch 23, or an operation means dedicated to the pseudo-cancel. It may be an operation.

When it is determined in step S47 that the pseudo cancel operation has been performed, the process proceeds to step S51. When it is determined that the pseudo cancel operation has been performed, the process may proceed to step S49. On the other hand, when it is not determined that the pseudo cancel operation has been performed in step S47, the process proceeds to step S45.

When it is determined in step S46 that all reels are pseudo-stopped, or after step S49 is performed, it is determined in step S50 whether or not the start lever has been operated. When it is not determined that the start lever has been operated, the process of step S50 is repeated. When it is determined that the start lever has been operated, a pseudo game end command is transmitted to the sub control board 73 in step S51. As a result, it is possible to specify that the pseudo game has ended on the sub control board 73 side. It is possible to erase the mode of the stop operation (for example, push order, stop timing, target symbol, etc.).

When the pseudo game is performed a plurality of times by satisfying the specific condition, when it is determined in step S50 that the start lever has been activated, it is determined whether or not the pseudo game will be performed again next time, and the next time as well. When the pseudo game is performed, the process proceeds to step S42, and when the pseudo game ends, the process proceeds to step S51. Further, the number of times to perform the pseudo game may be determined when the specific condition is satisfied, and in the case where it is determined in advance to perform the pseudo game a plurality of times in this way, step S50. When it is determined that the start lever has been activated, it is determined whether or not there is an undigested pseudo-game, and if there is still an undigested pseudo-game, the process proceeds to step S42, and the undigested pseudo-game is performed. If not, the process proceeds to step S51.

Except for the case where the start lever is determined to have been activated in step S50, the pseudo game is completed, random delay processing is performed, and then the reel is rotated to rotate the reel, not the pseudo game, but the game value and benefits. It will be shifted to the game for stopping the symbol combination related to the grant of. The game for stopping the symbol combination related to the granting of the game value and the privilege, not the pseudo game, is called the main game to distinguish it from the pseudo game. In the main game, the main stop is possible, and in the pseudo game, the pseudo stop is possible.

Even when it is not determined in step S50 that the start lever has been activated, the start lever is activated when it is determined that a predetermined time has elapsed since the pseudo game was started (reel rotation started). It is possible to shift to the next process (for example, step S51, step S42 depending on the number of pseudo games, etc.).

The vibration control flag set in step S43 is maintained thereafter, and is reset when the rotation of all reels is started after the random delay as described later. Therefore, the micro-vibration generated at regular time intervals with respect to the reels that are pseudo-stopped continues even after the start of the random delay processing, and continues until the rotation of all the reels starts after the random delay processing.

Returning to FIG. 5, in step S12, it is determined whether or not the wait time has elapsed. The wait time is such that the period until the stop switch of the next game becomes effective for stopping is longer than a certain period. The wait time is set to, for example, 4.1 seconds, and the measurement may be started after the rotation of each of the reels 11L to 11R is started in the previous game. If it is not determined in step S12 that the wait time has elapsed, the process of step S12 is repeated.

When it is determined in step S12 that the wait time has elapsed, it is determined in step S13 whether or not "0" is stored as the value of the push order buffer. The case where the value of the push order buffer is "0" is, for example, a case where the process of step S35 is not performed because the AT is not performed after the value of the push order buffer is cleared in step S31 of FIG. 6 (a). When it is determined in step S13 that "0" is stored as the value of the push order buffer, the process proceeds to step S15. As a result, the mode of the stop operation is not notified on the notification display 60, and the display state is hidden. On the other hand, when it is not determined in step S13 that "0" is stored as the value of the push order buffer, the value of the push order buffer is acquired in step S14, and the display content corresponding to the value is displayed by the player. The stop operation information that makes it possible to specify the mode of the stop operation that is advantageous for the user is displayed on the notification display 60. As a result, the advantageous operation mode can be notified in the notification display 60. In step S14, the process of notifying the advantageous operation mode by the notification display 60 is performed after the process for performing the pseudo game (step S11 or the like) is completed even when the pseudo game occurs. Therefore, even if a value other than "0" is stored as the value of the push order buffer, the advantageous operation mode is not notified on the notification display 60 during the simulated game.

In step S15, the reel start processing is performed. FIG. 8 is a flowchart for explaining the reel starting process. In step S61, it is determined whether or not it is after the end of the pseudo-game, or whether or not it is after the power failure is restored that occurred during the pseudo-game. When it is not determined whether it is after the end of the pseudo game or after the power failure is restored during the pseudo game, the process proceeds to step S63. When it is determined that it is after the end of the pseudo game, or when it is determined that it is after the power failure is restored that occurred during the pseudo game, the random delay wait process is performed in step S62. The random delay wait process is, for example, a process for determining a delay time for delaying the rotation start timing of the reel to be rotated and waiting until the delay time elapses. The delay time is randomly determined for each random delay wait process, for example, from the range of 5.96 msec to 750.96 msec by random number lottery. In the random delay wait process, the process waits until the determined delay time elapses, and when it is determined that the delay time has elapsed, the process proceeds to the next process (step S63 in the case of step S62). In step S63, the left reel start processing for rotating the left reel 11L is performed by driving and controlling the reel motor 14L. As a result, when neither after the pseudo game ends nor after the power failure recovery that occurred during the pseudo game, the rotation of the left reel 11L is immediately started, whereas the power failure that occurs after the pseudo game ends or during the pseudo game. After the return, the rotation of the left reel 11L is started after a random delay.

In step S64, it is determined whether or not it is after the end of the pseudo game, or whether or not it is after the power failure is restored that occurred during the pseudo game. When it is not determined whether it is after the end of the pseudo game or after the power failure is restored during the pseudo game, the process proceeds to step S66. When it is determined that it is after the end of the pseudo game, or when it is determined that it is after the power failure recovery that occurred during the pseudo game, the random delay wait process is performed in step S65. In step S66, the middle reel start processing is performed by driving and controlling the reel motor 14C to rotate the middle reel 11M. As a result, when neither after the pseudo game ends nor after the power failure recovery that occurred during the pseudo game, the rotation of the middle reel 11M is immediately started, whereas the power failure that occurs after the pseudo game ends or during the pseudo game. After the return, the rotation of the middle reel 11M is started after a random delay.

In step S67, it is determined whether or not it is after the end of the pseudo-game, or whether or not it is after the power failure is restored that occurred during the pseudo-game. When it is not determined whether it is after the end of the pseudo game or after the power failure is restored during the pseudo game, the process proceeds to step S69. When it is determined that it is after the end of the pseudo game, or when it is determined that it is after the power failure is restored that occurred during the pseudo game, the random delay wait process is performed in step S68. In step S69, the reel motor 14R is driven and controlled to rotate the right reel 11R. As a result, the rotation of the right reel 11R is immediately started when neither after the end of the pseudo game nor after the power interruption that occurred during the pseudo game is restored, whereas the electric power that occurs after the end of the pseudo game or during the pseudo game. After the return, the rotation of the right reel 11R is started after a random delay. Until the rotation of the reel is started in step S63, step S66, and step S68, the vibration control flag is set, so that slight vibration is generated at regular time intervals. The vibration control flag is reset in step S70 when the rotation of all reels is started. Further, when the rotation of all the reels is started, the reel rotation start command is transmitted to the sub control board 73. The processes shown in steps S61 to S69 in FIG. 8 are collectively referred to as random delay processes.

In step S71, the rotation speed of each of the reels 11L to 11R reaches a steady rotation speed (for example, after the excitation pattern of the reel motors 14L to 14R becomes an excitation pattern having a predetermined speed), and each of the reels 11L to 11R By detecting the reference position by each of the position sensors 55L to 55R, it is determined whether or not the stop operation is possible. When it is not determined in step S71 that the stop operation is possible, the process of step S71 is repeated. When it is determined in step S71 that the stop operation is possible, the reel stop activation process is performed in step S72. In the reel stop activation process, a state in which the stop operation to the stop switches 21L to 21R (the stop operation in the main game is also referred to as the main stop operation and the stop in the main game is also referred to as the main stop) is effectively accepted (main stop activation). At the same time, a process is performed in which an LED (also referred to as a stoptable lamp) mounted inside each operation unit of the stop switches 21L to 21R is turned on in a normal mode (for example, blue). The main stop activation is a state in which the stop operation in the main game is effectively accepted, whereas the pseudo stop activation in the pseudo game shown in step S44 is in a state in which the pseudo stop operation is effectively accepted. Is different from.

Returning to FIG. 5, in step S16, the reel stop process is performed. In the reel stop processing, the rotation of the reel is terminated and stopped by operating the stop switch corresponding to the rotating reel. More specifically, in the reel stop processing, when the stop switch is operated in a state where the stop operation is possible, for example, within the draw-in possible range predetermined from the symbol located on the winning line NL of the reel corresponding to the stop switch. One of the symbols arranged in is drawn into the winning line NL to stop the reel. The retractable range is the range up to 4 symbols, and when the stop switch is operated, the symbols arranged from the symbols on the winning line NL to the 4 symbols can be stopped on the winning line NL. Become.

If any of the winning roles is won in the winning combination lottery, when the symbols that make up the winning combination can be drawn onto the winning line within the drawable range, the relevant symbols are drawn onto the winning line. Stop it. On the other hand, if no winning combination is won, a symbol that is a combination of out-of-order symbols that does not win any winning combination is drawn onto the winning line and stopped. Therefore, when the stop switch is operated, if the symbol constituting the winning combination can be drawn onto the winning line NL within the drawable range, the symbol is pulled into the winning line NL. While it can be stopped, the symbol combination of the winning combination will not be stopped on the winning line NL.

In addition, as described above, in this embodiment, "when any of the winning roles is won in the winning combination lottery, the symbols constituting the winning winning combination can be drawn into the winning line within the drawable range. It is a thing. Here, since the role lottery is performed for each "winning combination group", the "winning combination" corresponds to any of the roles constituting the winning "winning combination group" in detail. It will be a thing.

In the reel stop process, the symbols within the retractable range can be stopped on the winning line NL, but the symbols outside the retractable range cannot be stopped on the winning line NL. For this reason, in the symbol arrangement of the reels 11L to 11R, for a winning combination in which there is a place where the symbols constituting the winning combination do not exist within the drawable range, even if the winning combination is won in the winning combination lottery, if the operation timing does not match, the winning line There may be a case (non-winning) in which the symbol constituting the winning combination cannot be drawn into the NL and the winning combination is missed.

Each of the symbols constituting the RBB combination (for example, symbols such as "B7", "R7", and "BAR") has a place that does not exist within the retractable range in the symbol arrangement of the reels. For example, in the reel 11L, only two "B7" symbols are arranged, and when the stop switch 21L is stopped while the symbols of symbol numbers 3 to 12 are passing on the winning line NL, the "B7" symbol is operated. Cannot be stopped on the winning line NL. Therefore, even if the RBB combination is won, it may not be possible to draw the symbols constituting the bonus combination into the winning line depending on the operation timing of the stop switches 21L to 21R, and there is a possibility that the RBB combination will be missed. Therefore, when one of the RBB combinations is won, the reel control for drawing in the winning bonus combination within the drawable range may be performed, but no combination may be won. Regarding the RBB combination, if the winning game cannot be won, the process of carrying over the winning flag of the bonus combination until the winning of the RBB combination is controlled by RT1 or RT2 which is the RBB internal winning state. Will be done.

The symbols constituting the CB combination (for example, symbols such as "BEL" and "CH") include symbols having locations that do not exist within the retractable range in the symbol arrangement of the reels. For example, among the symbols constituting the CB combination, the middle symbol is composed of "CH1". In this case, in the reel 11M, only one "CH1" symbol is arranged, and when the stop switch 21M is stopped while the symbols of symbol numbers 3 to 17 are passing on the winning line NL, "CH1" is used. The symbol cannot be stopped on the winning line NL. Therefore, even if the SB combination is won, it may not be possible to draw the symbols constituting the SB combination into the winning line depending on the operation timing of the stop switch, and there is a possibility that the SB combination will be missed. Therefore, when one of the SB combinations is won, the reel control for drawing in the winning SB combination within the retractable range may be performed, but the SB combination may not be won. As for the SB combination, unlike the RBB combination, if the winning game cannot be won, the winning flag of the SB combination is cleared and the SB combination is not carried over to the next game or later.

The symbols constituting "MRP1", "NRP1" to "NRP3" (for example, symbols such as "REP", "BEL", "B7" and "R7") are arranged within the retractable range in all of the reels 11L to 11R. Includes symbols that are drawn and symbols that are not arranged within the retractable range. However, when "MRP1", "NRP1" to "NRP3" are won, one of the replaying roles that are simultaneously won regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 21L to 21R is won at the same time for a plurality of types of replaying roles. You can win a prize.

In the reel stop processing, when a plurality of types of winning combinations are won, priority is given according to the type of winning winning combination (result of the winning combination lottery) and the operation timing and pressing order (operation mode) of the stop switches 21L to 21R. The target to be drawn in is predetermined. FIG. 11A is a diagram for explaining an example of reel control and stoptable rolls performed for each winning combination group during RT0 or RT1 at the time of betting three cards. When the "NRP1" is won, as shown in FIG. 11, when the reel 11L is first stopped, the reel control that draws the "normal RP combination" onto the winning line NL in preference to the other winning combinations. When the reel 11M is stopped for the first time, the reels are controlled so that the "BAR-matched RP combination" and the "B7-matched RP combination" are drawn in with priority over the other winning combinations on the winning line NL, and the reel 11R is moved. When the first stop is performed, reel control is performed in which the "R7 matching RP combination" and the "BAR tempai RP combination" are drawn in with priority over the other winning combinations on the winning line NL. Similarly, when the "NRP2" is won, as shown in FIG. 11, when the reel 11L is first stopped, the "normal RP combination" is given priority over the other winning combinations on the winning line NL. When the reels are pulled in and the reel 11M is stopped for the first time, the reels are controlled so that the "R7 aligned RP role" and the "BAR tempai RP role" are given priority over the other winning combinations on the winning line NL. When the reel 11R is first stopped, reel control is performed in which the "BAR-matched RP combination" and the "B7-matched RP combination" are drawn in with priority over the other winning combinations on the winning line NL. When the "MRP1" or "NRP3" is won, the reel control is performed so that the "normal RP combination" is preferentially drawn onto the winning line NL regardless of the operation mode of the stop switches 21L to 21R.

Next, the reel stop processing when any one of "A_LC1" to "A_RC2" and "B_LC1" to "B_RC2" among the small winning combinations is won will be described. When any of "A_LC1" to "A_RC2" and "B_LC1" to "B_RC2" is won, the target to be pulled in preferentially according to the type of the first stopped reel and the type of the second stopped reel. Is set to be different.

For example, when "A_LC1" is won, as shown in FIG. 11, after the left first stop (the left reel 11L is the first stop), the middle second stop (the middle reel 11M is the second stop). ), It is stipulated that the "correct AT role" should be drawn in with priority over other roles. Further, since the symbols constituting the "correct AT combination" are arranged within the retractable range, the "correct AT combination" is not missed. Therefore, when the "A_LC1" is won, the reel control is performed so that the "correct AT combination" is always won when the left first stop and the middle second stop are made. When winning the "correct AT role", for example, 10 medals are paid out.

On the other hand, when "A_LC1" is won, when the middle or right first stop (the middle or right reel 11M or 11R is the first stop), or when the left first stop and then the right second stop, It is stipulated that other roles that have been won at the same time should be given priority over the "correct AT role". When "A_LC1" is won, when the left first stop and then the right second stop, a "one-card combination" consisting of symbols that can be drawn onto the winning line NL at a rate of 1/2 (timing) It is stipulated to give priority to pulling in. For this reason, depending on the operation timing of the stop switch, there may be cases where the symbols constituting the "one-card combination" are drawn into the winning line at a rate of 1/2 and won a prize, and none of them can be won at a rate of 1/2. .. In other words, one card wins at a rate of 1/2. In addition, when the player wins "A_LC1" and makes a middle or right first stop, a "one-card combination" composed of symbols that can be drawn onto the winning line NL at a rate (timing) of 1/4 is played. It is stipulated that it should be drawn in with priority, and depending on the operation timing of the stop switch, one of the winning combinations may be drawn into the winning line at a rate of 1/4 and won a prize, and it may not be possible to win any of them at a rate of 3/4. Occurs. In other words, one card wins at a rate of 1/4.

In addition, even when "A_LC2" is won, when the left first stop and the middle second stop (LC-R) are taken, the "correct AT role" is drawn in with priority over the other roles, and the "correct AT" is drawn. Reel control is performed so as to win a prize. On the other hand, when the first stop on the left and the second stop on the right, the "one-card combination" composed of symbols that can be drawn onto the winning line NL at a rate of 1/2 (timing) is preferentially drawn. In some cases, one card combination is drawn into the winning line at a rate of 1/2 to win a prize, and none of them can be won at a rate of 1/2. In addition, when the player makes the first stop in the middle or right, it is stipulated that the "one-card combination" composed of symbols that can be drawn into the winning line NL at a rate (timing) of 1/4 is given priority. Depending on the operation timing of the stop switch, one card may be drawn into the winning line at a rate of 1/4 to win a prize, and none of them may be awarded at a rate of 3/4.

Next, when "A_LR1" is won, when the left first stop and the right second stop (L-RC), the "correct AT role" is drawn in with priority over the other roles, and the "correct answer" is drawn. Reel control is performed so as to win the "AT role". On the other hand, when the first stop on the left and then the second stop on the middle, the "one-card combination" composed of symbols that can be drawn onto the winning line NL at a rate of 1/2 (timing) is preferentially drawn. In some cases, one card combination is drawn into the winning line at a rate of 1/2 to win a prize, and none of them can be won at a rate of 1/2. In addition, when the player makes the first stop in the middle or right, it is stipulated that the "one-card combination" composed of symbols that can be drawn into the winning line NL at a rate (timing) of 1/4 is given priority. Depending on the operation timing of the stop switch, one card may be drawn into the winning line at a rate of 1/4 to win a prize, and none of them may be awarded at a rate of 3/4.

Even when "A_LR2" to "B_RC2" are won, as shown in FIG. 11, when the stop operation is performed in the push order corresponding to the "correct answer AT combination", the reel control is performed so as to win the "correct answer AT combination". However, when the stop operation is performed in any other push order, the reel control is performed so as to win one winning combination at a ratio corresponding to the push order. In this way, "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" have different roles to draw in with priority over the winning line NL according to the pushing order, and when the "correct AT role" is won, "BEL" stops on the line, so pushing. Also known as a forward bell.

When any of "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" is won, the push order for winning the "correct AT combination" is also called the correct procedure. When any of "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" is won during the above-mentioned AT, information that can specify the correct answer procedure can be notified as an advantageous operation mode. As described above, "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" are also referred to as navigation target roles because they are targets of navigation production during AT. For "B_LC1" to "B_RC2", reel control is performed so that when the game state is in RT1, the player always wins the "correct AT combination" regardless of the pressing order.

As described above, the winning probability of "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" during RT0 or RT1 at the time of betting three cards is the probability that the payout rate during AT where the navigation effect can be executed is 1 or more. Judgment values are set. Therefore, when the game is controlled by the AT during the advantageous period in the game at the time of betting three cards, the player can have the expectation that the number of medals owned by the player will increase.

In the present embodiment, even when any one of "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" is won in RT0 middle and the like at the time of two bets, RT0 or RT1 at the time of three bets (shown in FIG. 11A). The same reel control as (contents) is performed. However, as described above, the winning probability of "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" during RT0 or RT2 at the time of betting on two cards is lower than that at the time of RT0 at the time of betting on three cards. Even if it is carried out (even if the navigation effect is executed), the judgment value is set so that the payout rate is less than 1. Therefore, even if the navigation effect is executed in the game at the time of betting two cards, it cannot be expected that the number of medals owned by the player will increase on average. Furthermore, in the game when betting two cards, the ratio of winning "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" and expecting to win the "correct AT role" according to the order of pressing the correct answer is higher than the game when betting three cards. It gets lower. Therefore, in the game at the time of betting two cards, even if the navigation effect is executed, it cannot be said that the merit of the navigation effect can be fully enjoyed.

Next, when the "CH" is won among the small winning combinations, the reel control is performed to prioritize the "cherry winning combination" and pull it onto the winning line NL. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 11, the "cherry winning combination" is awarded. be able to. When the "WM1" is won, the reel control for pulling the "watermelon combination 1" onto the winning line NL is performed with priority given to the "watermelon combination 1", so that the "watermelon combination 1" can be won as shown in FIG. When the "WM2" is won, the reel control for pulling the "watermelon role 2" onto the winning line NL is performed with priority given to the "watermelon role 2", so that the "watermelon role 2" can be won as shown in FIG. When "SP1" is won, for example, when a predetermined winning combination is pulled in and the winning combination is missed, as shown in FIG. 11, the predetermined "chance eye 1" among the outlier symbol combinations is stopped. It will be possible. When "SP2" is won, for example, when a predetermined winning combination is pulled in and the winning combination is missed, as shown in FIG. 11, the predetermined "chance eye 2" of the outlier symbol combinations is stopped. It will be possible. When "BE" is won, reel control is performed so that the player always wins the "correct AT combination" regardless of the order of pressing. In this way, "BE" is also referred to as "common bell" because it is common to win the "correct AT role" regardless of the order of pressing.

In addition, in the reel stop processing when the winning of the bonus role is carried over (in the RBB internal winning state) and the replaying role or the small role is won, the replaying role or the small role is preferentially drawn in over the bonus role. It is stipulated as.

In the reel stop process, if no winning combination is won, a symbol that is a combination of out-of-order symbols that does not win any winning combination is drawn onto the winning line and stopped. If you have not won any of the winning combinations, for example, when the stop operation is performed in a specific operation mode (first stop of the right reel 11R), any of the symbols such as "B7", "R7", and "BAR" is displayed. Reel control is performed so that the combination of symbols is out of alignment while being drawn into the line of. As a result, it is possible to stop the symbol combination similar to that when the "NRP1" or "NRP2" is won, and it is possible to have a feeling of expectation that the "NRP1" or "NRP2" is won. ..

FIG. 11B is a diagram for explaining an example of reel control and stoptable rolls performed for each winning combination group in SB. The lottery target combination in SB is different from that in RT0 and RT1, and "ALL1" and "ALL2" are defined. When "ALL 1" is won, reel control is performed so as to win the "SB middle role 1" accompanied by the payout of one medal regardless of the order of pushing. When "ALL 2" is won, reel control is performed so as to win the "SB middle role 2" with the payout of 10 medals regardless of the order of pushing.

However, as described above, the determination value is set so that the winning probability of the lottery target combination in "SB" is higher in "ALL1" than in "ALL2". Further, the winning probability of each of "ALL1" and "ALL2" is determined so that the payout rate in "SB" is less than 1. Therefore, even when the navigation effect is executed in the game during "SB", it cannot be expected that the number of medals owned by the player will increase on average. Furthermore, in the game during "SB", the outcomes according to the winning combination are stopped regardless of the pressing order. It cannot be expected that a roll with a high degree of advantage such as, etc. can be stopped, and even if the navigation effect is executed, the merit of the navigation effect cannot be enjoyed.

In the reel stop processing, every time any of the reels 11L to 11R stops, a reel stop command that can specify the stopped reel and the stop position (for example, the symbol number of the symbol stopped in the middle stage) is issued. Output. As a result, the sub-control board 73 can specify the stopped reel and the stop position, and can execute the corresponding effect.

In step S17, it is determined whether or not all the reels 11L to 11R have stopped. When it is not determined in step S17 that all the reels 11L to 11R have stopped, the process proceeds to step S16. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S17 that all the reels 11L to 11R have stopped, the process proceeds to step S18.

In step S18, when the operation information is displayed on the notification display 60, the notification display 60 is hidden. In step S19, the second related process is performed as the AT system lottery process after the reel is stopped. In the second related process of step S19, the advantageous period is controlled based on the fact that the advantageous period transition condition is satisfied in the normal period. In the second related process, a process for controlling the transition of the state during the advantageous period is executed. Here, with reference to FIG. 12, the outline of the state transition during the advantageous period will be described.

In the second related process, the advantageous period is controlled based on the fact that the advantageous period transition condition is satisfied in the normal period. The conditions for shifting to the advantageous period are, for example, the winning combination groups (SB, "A_LC1" to "B_RC2", "CH", "WM1", "WM2", "SP1", "SP2", "BE" shown in FIG. 10A. It is established by winning one of the above. For this reason, most of the games are played during an advantageous period. During the advantageous period, the lowest value, which is the lowest accumulated number of differences based on the number of bets and the number of medals awarded since the start of the advantageous period, is set as 0 as the base point, and the current cumulative total from the base point is set. The number (so-called MY value) and the number of games are counted.

When controlled from the normal period to the advantageous period, it is generally controlled in an advantageous manner as shown in FIG. Advantage In general, even if it is controlled to one of a plurality of modes such as low probability, normal, and high probability, the probability of winning in the CZ transition lottery (the degree of advantage for the player) is different. Often, for example, when controlled from a normal period to an advantageous period, the mode may be controlled to a mode having a high probability of winning in the CZ transition lottery among a plurality of types of modes. By doing so, the player's expectation can be maintained when the normal period immediately after the end of AT is controlled to the advantageous period. Further, the degree of advantage of the AT transition lottery (for example, the rate of winning the AT) in the general advantage may be different depending on the type of mode such as low probability, normal, and high probability. In addition, one or both of the CZ transition lottery and the AT transition lottery may be set to be constant.

Further, when the control is performed from the normal period to the advantageous period, the number of ceiling games required to control the AT is set. The AT is different from the RBB and the like that can be controlled by winning the bonus in the winning combination lottery in that the AT is in a state of being controlled by reaching the number of ceiling games and winning the AT. The number of ceiling games is the number of times the AT is forcibly controlled. When the number of games digested after the advantageous period starts reaches the number of ceiling games, the AT is controlled. The number of ceiling games may be uniformly set to a predetermined number of games (for example, 999 times), or a plurality of games (for example, 250 times) when controlled from a normal period to an advantageous period. , 500 times, 999 times) may be determined by lottery.

When, for example, a CZ transition lottery by SB winning during a normal period or a CZ transition lottery during an advantageous general period is won, the CZ is controlled over a predetermined period (for example, a period during which a predetermined number of games are consumed). When a predetermined period elapses without winning the AT transition in CZ, it is generally controlled again in an advantageous manner. During the normal period, for example, when the player wins the CZ transition lottery by winning the SB, the advantageous general or the AT transition lottery in the CZ, or when the number of ceiling games is reached, the AT is controlled.

During AT, a navigation effect is executed to notify an advantageous operation mode (correct answer procedure) when the "push order bell" and the "RT transition replay" (hereinafter collectively referred to as a navigation target combination) are won. Further, during AT, whether or not to add the number of AT games that can be controlled to AT (additional lottery) is satisfied, and after the end condition of one AT is satisfied (for example, the number of AT games is exhausted), the AT is controlled again. Various ATs that are drawn by lottery as to whether or not to control (AT stock lottery), which is advantageous when there is no AT stock after the condition for ending one AT is satisfied, and whether to control the general or CZ (state lottery after the end of AT). A middle lottery will be held. The lottery during various ATs is, for example, won in a predetermined winning combination group (for example, "RBB", "SB", "CH", "WM1", "WM2", "SP1", "SP2", etc.) in the internal lottery. It is done by doing. Further, in the AT stock lottery, the number of controllable times (the number of AT stocks) is added to the AT by winning. The number of AT stocks can be repeatedly controlled by AT after the end of AT, and is subtracted by 1 each time it is controlled. The degree of advantage (winning probability, etc.) of various AT lottery during AT may be uniformly determined, and a plurality of modes (low probability mode, normal probability mode, high probability mode, etc.) may be set. ), The degree of advantage may be adjusted according to the controlled mode.

When the number of AT games is added in the additional lottery among the lottery during various ATs, it is added to the number of remaining AT games of the AT. Further, when the end condition of the AT being controlled is satisfied and the number of AT stocks is 1 or more, the AT is controlled again. Further, when the end condition of the AT under control is satisfied and the number of AT stocks is not 1 or more, it is controlled to either advantageous general or CZ according to the result of the state lottery after the end of AT.

Next, in step S20, the payout process is performed. In the payout process, the process corresponding to the symbol combination is executed based on the symbol combination on the winning line NL. For example, when a small winning combination is won, a predetermined number of medals to be paid out corresponding to the type of the winning small winning combination is paid out, or a payout process for adding credits is executed. In the payout process, a payout command that can specify the number of medals (including 0) given to the player by paying out medals or adding credits is output. As a result, the number of medals given to the player as a result of one game can be specified even on the sub control board 73 side. Further, when the re-game combination wins a prize, a process for setting the re-game flag is executed. In the payout process, a game result command that can specify the symbol combination on the winning line NL, the presence or absence of winning, the type of winning combination, etc. is output. As a result, on the sub-control board 73 side, it is possible to execute an effect according to the symbol combination on the winning line NL. Further, in the payout process, the values of various counters used for calculating the advantageous period stay ratio, the bonus ratio, the bonus status ratio, the designated bonus ratio, etc. are updated according to the result of the game. The advantageous period stay ratio, the accessory ratio, the accessory state ratio, the indicated accessory ratio, and the like are calculated and stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 65.

In step S21, it is determined whether or not the advantageous period ends. The advantageous period is the cumulative number of times the first condition is satisfied when the number of games played during the advantageous period reaches 1500, or the total number of differences based on the number of bets and the number of medals awarded during the advantageous period. The lowest value at which is the lowest is set to 0 as the base point, and the process ends when the second condition is satisfied when the current cumulative number upper limit of 2400 from the base point is reached. When the number of remaining games or the cumulative number until the first condition and the second condition are satisfied is less than a predetermined value, the ending is controlled. Specifically, during AT, the ending is controlled when the number of games played during the advantageous period reaches 1200 or when the difference number during the advantageous period reaches 2000. It is stipulated that the navigation effect is executed even during the ending. The ending continues until the first condition or the second condition is satisfied, and is controlled to the normal period when the advantageous period end condition is satisfied by the first condition or the second condition being satisfied. At this time as well, all information regarding the advantageous period, such as the number of differences and the number of games that were updated during the advantageous period, is reset. In addition, when the third condition that is satisfied by digesting the game a predetermined number of times without being transferred to AT during CZ after the end of AT is satisfied, or in the advantageous general and AT transition lottery during CZ, the game is won. The advantageous period ends even when a predetermined end condition is satisfied (for example, when a predetermined number of games are exhausted) without doing so.

When it is determined in step S21 that the advantageous period ends, the initialization process at the end of the advantageous period is performed in step S22. In the initialization process at the end of the advantageous period, all information related to the advantageous period, such as the number of differences and the number of games updated during the advantageous period, is reset (initialized). In step S23, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is turned off with the end of the advantageous period. As a result, the game control process related to one game is completed.

When one game is completed, a game state setting process or the like is also performed. As the game state setting process, for example, a game state flag that can specify the game state from the next time onward is set based on the result of the winning combination lottery or the game. The game state flag is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 65. The main CPU 61 identifies the currently controlled gaming state based on the gaming state flag. FIG. 13 shows the transition of the gaming state.

The game state setting process sets a game state flag that can specify "RT0" when it is initialized by changing the setting or the like. In "RT0", "3" and "2" are defined as the specified number of bets. In a game in which the bet number "3" is set in "RT0", if any of "RBB role 1" to "RBB role 3" is won but no prize is won, a game status flag that can identify "RT1" is set. Set. In the game that won "RBB role 1" to "RBB role 3" or the game in "RT1" that the winning is carried over, the winning RBB role among "RBB role 1" to "RBB role 3" When a prize is won, the RBB is controlled by setting a game state flag that can identify the RBB corresponding to the winning RBB combination among the bonus states "RBB1" to "RBB4".

On the other hand, in the game in which the bet number "2" is set in "RT0", when the "RBB combination 4" or the "RBB combination 5" is won but the prize is not won, the game state flag that can specify "RT2" is set. do. In "RT2", "3" and "2" are defined as the specified number of bets. When winning the winning RBB role in the game that won the "RBB role 4" or "RBB role 5", the RBB corresponding to the winning RBB role among the bonus states "RBB4" or "RBB5" is specified. Set a possible game status flag and control it to RBB.

The game state setting process counts the number of payouts in the RBB, and sets a game state flag capable of specifying "RT0" when the number of payouts exceeds the number corresponding to the type of winning bonus combination. As a result, when the "RBB role" is won or not won in "RT0", it is controlled to "RT1" or "RT2" as the RBB internal winning state, and when the "RBB role" is won, the bonus state is ". Control to "RBB". When the specified number of payouts is made in the RBB, the RBB ends and the control is set to "RT0". Further, when the "SB combination" is won and won in the game in which the bet number "3" is set in "RT0", it is controlled to "SB". "SB" ends with one game, and then is controlled to "RT0" again.

Here, the transition of the gaming state will be described. In the following, first, the transition of the gaming state when the AT is not controlled during the advantageous period (hereinafter, also referred to as non-AT) will be described. During the non-AT period during the advantageous period, even if "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" are won, the AT game for notifying the advantageous operation mode is not performed. Therefore, it is not possible to intentionally win the "correct AT role". On the other hand, when the AT is controlled during the advantageous period, when the "A_LC1" to "B_RC2" are won, the advantageous operation mode for winning the "correct AT combination" is the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display. It can be notified by the device 27. As a result, when the advantageous operation mode is notified, the "correct AT combination" can be reliably won as long as the stop operation is not mistaken. As a result, the rate at which 10 medals are paid out increases during AT during the advantageous period.

Further, in the game state setting process, which game state (RBB, SB, RT0 to RT2) the next and subsequent games are in, the normal period, the advantageous general of the advantageous periods, the CZ, and the AT (remaining AT). A status command that can specify which of the following (including the value of the game number counter), various information updated during the advantageous period (satisfaction of conditions for performing various AT lottery, AT start, CZ start), etc. Output. As a result, on the sub-control board 73 side, it is possible to execute the effect according to the state from the next time onward. When the game control process for one game is completed, a process for clearing the bet number and enabling the next bet number setting is also performed.

<Production control processing>
The sub CPU 71 executes the effect control program stored in the ROM 77 based on the command from the main control board 63, and performs the effect lottery to determine the presence / absence and type of the effect execution according to the progress of the game by a random number lottery. Based on the lottery result, the effect control process for driving and controlling the liquid crystal display 27, the speakers 31L, 31R, and various lamps / LEDs connected to the sub control board 73 is performed. The effect execution means for executing a predetermined effect is included in the effect control process performed by the sub CPU 71. An example of the effect executed by the effect control process will be described below.

In the effect control process, when a winning type command capable of specifying the type of the winning combination group won in the combination lottery is received, the effect according to the type of the winning combination group can be executed. The effect control process is based on the reception of the winning type command, for example, when the winning type command of "RBB" is received, a confirmation screen including "bonus confirmed!" Is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27, or " Based on the winning type command that can specify the "pushing order bell", an effect of displaying an image of a "yellow balloon" having a color similar to that of the bell on the liquid crystal display 27 is executed. As a result, the player can proceed with the game while guessing the winning combination group, and can improve the interest of the game.

Further, in the effect control process, when a push order command for specifying a value stored in the push order buffer is received during AT, the display content specified from the command (see FIG. 6B) is advantageous. As an operation mode, an effect to be displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 is executed. As a result, when one of the navigation target combinations is won during AT, the stop operation is performed according to the correct answer procedure, and it is possible to surely win the "correct answer AT combination". An image that can specify an advantageous operation mode is also referred to as a navigation effect. Further, when the pseudo game is in progress, various effects corresponding to the pseudo game are executed. Similar to the above-mentioned navigation effect, the various effects corresponding to the simulated game include an effect of notifying the mode of the stop operation and an effect of notifying that the pseudo game is in progress. Further, in the effect control process, the process of controlling the type of the background image displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 according to the state controlled on the main control board 63 side, and the game specifying lamp 82 are controlled in the corresponding manners. Processing is done.

FIG. 14 is a flowchart for explaining the game specifying lamp control process included in the effect control process. In the game specifying lamp control process, a process for controlling the lighting mode of the game specifying lamp 82 is performed according to a state controlled on the main control board 63 side. In step S101, for example, it is determined whether or not a CZ start command for specifying the CZ start has been received based on the state command transmitted in the second related process. When it is not determined in step S101 that the CZ start command has been received, the process proceeds to step S103. When it is determined in step S101 that the CZ start command has been received, the game identification lamp 80 is controlled in the CZ mode (for example, lit in yellow) in step S102. As a result, the character "CZ" can be raised so that it can be visually recognized, and the player can be notified that "CZ" is in progress.

In step S103, for example, it is determined whether or not an AT start command for specifying the AT start has been received based on the state command transmitted in the second related process. If it is not determined in step S103 that the AT start command has been received, the process proceeds to step S105. When it is determined in step S103 that the AT start command has been received, the game identification lamp 80 is controlled in the AT mode (for example, lit in blue) in step S104. As a result, the character "AT" can be highlighted so that it can be visually recognized, and the player can be notified that "AT" is in progress.

In step S105, it is determined whether or not the pseudo game start command (see step S41 in FIG. 7) has been received. When it is not determined in step S105 that the pseudo game start command has been received, the process proceeds to step S108. When it is determined in step S105 that the pseudo game start command has been received, the game identification lamp 80 is controlled in the pseudo game mode (for example, lit in red) in step S106. As a result, the characters "pseudo-game" can be highlighted so that they can be visually recognized, and the player can be notified that the "pseudo-game" is in progress. In step S107, a pseudo game flag for specifying that the pseudo game is in progress is set. At the timing of controlling the game identification lamp 80 in the pseudo game mode in step S106, the liquid crystal display 27 also displays an image (image of the pseudo game identification notification) for notifying that the pseudo game is in progress. ..

In step S108, it is determined whether or not the pseudo game end command (see step S51 in FIG. 7) has been received. When it is not determined in step S108 that the pseudo game end command has been received, the game identification lamp control process is terminated. When it is determined in step S108 that the pseudo game end command has been received, the game identification lamp 80 is controlled in step S109 according to the state currently being controlled based on the state command. As a result, the state currently being controlled can be notified. When it is neither "pseudo game", "CZ", nor "AT", the game specifying lamp 82 is controlled to be in a non-lighting state, and no character can be visually recognized. In step S110, the pseudo game flag is reset with the end of the pseudo game. At the timing when the control of the game identification lamp 80 in the pseudo game mode is terminated in step S109, the liquid crystal display 27 also displays an image (image of the pseudo game specific notification) for notifying that the pseudo game is in progress. Hide it.

FIG. 15 is a flowchart for explaining the navigation-related processing included in the effect control processing. In the navigation-related processing, processing for controlling the navigation effect for notifying the mode of the stop operation is performed. In step S120, it is determined whether or not the pseudo game flag is set (see step S107 in FIG. 14). That is, it is determined whether or not the pseudo game is in progress. When it is not determined in step S120 that the pseudo game flag is set, the process proceeds to step S125. When it is determined in step S120 that the pseudo game flag is set, the notification content regarding the pseudo stop is determined in step S121 regardless of whether or not it is in the advantageous period or during AT, and a predetermined value is determined. You will be notified at the timing.

The notification content regarding the pseudo stop includes, for example, information suggesting a push order, which is an aspect of the stop operation, and information suggesting a symbol to be aimed at. The content of the notification regarding the pseudo stop in step S121 may be determined based on the mode of the stop operation defined by the value specified from the push order command from the main control board 63 side, and may be a combination. It may be determined according to the result of the lottery.

Further, the content of the notification regarding the pseudo stop in step S121 is a symbol that is predetermined as a position to be pseudo-stopped on the main control board 63 side regardless of the result of the winning combination lottery on the main control board 63 side. May be specified from the above-mentioned pseudo-stop schedule symbol command or the like, and the content corresponding to the symbol may be used. For example, when the symbol to be pseudo-stopped is determined on the main control board 63 side and the pseudo-stop scheduled symbol command is transmitted, in step S121, the symbol scheduled to be pseudo-stopped based on the pseudo-stop scheduled symbol command. Depending on the situation, the content of the notification such as the navigation effect to be notified during the simulated game may be determined. Further, when a specific symbol combination is always pseudo-stopped when a pseudo game occurs, in step S121, the notification content corresponding to the specific symbol combination may be specified based on the pseudo game start command. Further, the notification content regarding the pseudo stop in step S121 is independently determined on the sub control board 73 side regardless of the determination result on the main control board 63 side (for example, the value specified from the push order command). Alternatively, for example, it may be randomly determined by a random number lottery or the like in step S121.

Further, as the predetermined timing, for example, the timing at which the reel rotation in the simulated game is started, the timing at which the reel rotation is started and the constant speed (the speed at which the pseudo stop is enabled) is reached, and the pseudo stop operation during the simulated game are performed. One of the timings, such as the activated timing, is defined.

In step S122, it is determined whether or not the pseudo game flag has been reset (see step S110 in FIG. 14). When it is determined in step S122 that the pseudo game flag has been reset, the process proceeds to step S125. When it is not determined in step S122 that the pseudo game flag has been reset, in step S123, a predetermined time (for example, 3 minutes) from the previous operation (for example, start lever operation, operation to the stop switch for pseudo stop, etc.) ) It is determined whether or not it has passed. If it is not determined in step S123 that a predetermined time has elapsed since the previous operation, the process proceeds to step S122. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S123 that a predetermined time has elapsed from the previous operation, the pseudo stop operation promotion effect for prompting the operation to the stop switch for the pseudo stop is performed in step S124, and the process proceeds to step S122. As a pseudo stop operation promotion effect, for example, a message such as "Let's make a pseudo stop!" Is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27. As a result, it is possible to urge the player to perform an operation for pseudo-stopping.

In step S125, it is determined whether or not the push order command has been received. When it is not determined in step S125 that the push order command has been received, the navigation-related processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S125 that the push order command has been received, the notification content of the navigation effect based on the push order command is determined in step S126, and the notification is made at a predetermined timing. The notification content of the navigation effect suggests, for example, the mode of the stop operation defined by the value specified from the push order command, and is the display content displayed on the liquid crystal display of FIG. 6 (b). Is determined. Further, the predetermined timing is a timing related to (corresponding to) the start of the random delay process after the end of the pseudo game, for example, a timing at which the reel rotation is started, a steady rotation speed at which the reel rotation is started (stop effective). The timing at which the speed is reached, the timing at which the stop operation (main stop) is enabled, and the like are defined.

In step S127, it is determined whether or not the reel is rotating, that is, whether or not the game is being played. When it is determined in step S127 that the reel is rotating, whether or not a predetermined time (for example, 1 minute) has elapsed from the previous operation (for example, start lever operation, stop operation to the stop switch, etc.) in step S128 is performed. It is judged. If it is not determined in step S128 that a predetermined time has elapsed since the previous operation, the process proceeds to step S130. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S128 that a predetermined time has elapsed from the previous operation, a stop operation promotion effect for prompting the stop operation to the stop switch is performed in step S129, and the process proceeds to step S130. As a stop operation promotion effect, for example, a message such as "Let's stop the reel!" Is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27. As a result, it is possible to urge the player to perform an operation for stopping the reel.

In step S130, it is determined whether or not an operation that does not match the notification content by the navigation effect is accepted, that is, whether or not there is an operation error. If it is not determined that there was an operation error in step S130, the process proceeds to step S127. When it is determined that there is an operation error in step S130, the navigation effect being executed in step S131 is terminated in the middle and the process proceeds to step S127.

(Example when a pseudo game occurs during AT)
Next, various control contents during the simulated game and after the simulated game is completed will be described more specifically. FIG. 16 is a timing chart for explaining various control contents when a pseudo game occurs during AT. In FIG. 16, from the top, the type of game state, the number of games (games), whether or not the maximum bet switch 17 is operated, whether or not the start switch 19 is operated, the display content of the liquid crystal display 27, and the left reel 11L. ~ Right reel 11R state, left stop switch 21L ~ right stop switch 21R each operation, advantageous period notification lamp 80 lighting state, pseudo game specific notification notification state, and notification display 60 display The content is shown and the passage of time is shown from left to right. Further, FIG. 17 is a diagram showing an example of display modes of the notification display 60, the liquid crystal display 27, and the game specifying lamp 82 corresponding to FIG.

In FIG. 16, it is "AT game in progress" as shown in the game status column, and "N-1 game", "N game", and "N + 1 game" as shown in the number of games column. The content of the game is shown. In addition, in the number of games column, the number of games (games) is indicated by indicating "pseudo-game" to indicate that a pseudo-game is in progress, and the indication "main game" indicates that a non-pseudo-game is in progress. It shows that. In FIG. 16, since the AT is in the state where the advantageous operation mode can be notified, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is turned “ON” and is lit as shown in the advantageous period notification lamp column. ..

Timing 1 indicates the timing at which the bet number setting operation for the game of "N-1 game" is performed, and timing 2 is operated by the start lever for starting the game of "N-1 game". The timing was shown. When the AT combination is won because the AT is in progress, the sub side corresponding to the value stored in the push order buffer in the liquid crystal display 27 as shown in the liquid crystal column and the notification display column of the timing 2. Is executed (see step S126 in FIG. 15), and the notification display 60 is turned “ON” and the display contents corresponding to the values stored in the push order buffer are displayed (step in FIG. 5). See S14).

FIG. 17A shows an example of the display mode in the “N-1 game”. In the notification display 60, "1" is displayed as the display content corresponding to the push order buffer value "1", and in the liquid crystal display 27, the push order buffer value "1" is displayed in the lower region of the screen. "1, 2, 3" is displayed as the display content corresponding to "", and the advantageous operation mode is notified. Further, since the AT is in progress, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is lit, and the game identification lamp 82 is controlled in the AT mode. Further, in the upper region of the screen of the liquid crystal display 27, AT-related game information updated according to the progress of AT is displayed. As AT-related game information, for example, "LAST: 350G" is shown as the number of remaining AT games in the upper left of the screen, and "TOTAL150G" is shown as the number of games digested in AT, and the net increase in AT is shown in the upper right of the screen. "GET: 350" is shown as the number of sheets.

Returning to FIG. 16, as shown in the timing 2 and subsequent steps, the rotation of each of the left reel 11L to the right reel 11R is started and controlled to rotate at a steady rotation speed as the start lever is operated. The solid line in the upward-sloping direction in the columns of the left reel 11L to the right reel 11R indicates the state in which the reel is accelerating until it reaches a predetermined speed, which is the steady rotation speed, and the solid line in the horizontal direction is the speed at which the reel becomes constant. It shows the rotating state.

After the steady rotation speed is reached and the stop operation is enabled, the corresponding reels are stopped according to the stop operation for each of the left stop switch 21L to the right stop switch 21R (step S16 in FIG. 5). The solid lines in the vertical direction in the columns of the left stop switch 21L to the right stop switch 21R indicate the timing at which the stop operation is performed. Further, the solid line in the vertical direction in the columns of the left reel 11L to the right reel 11R indicates a state in which the rotating reel is stopped. In the example of the "N-1 game" of FIG. 16, it is shown that the left reel 11L is stopped first, the middle reel 11M is stopped second, and the right reel 11R is stopped third according to the navigation effect or the like. Has been done. The notification display 60 goes into a non-display state at the timing when all reels are stopped (step S18 in FIG. 5). That is, "1" displayed on the notification display 60 of FIG. 17A is hidden at the timing when all the reels are stopped. On the other hand, the navigation effect on the liquid crystal display 27 ends when an operation for setting the bet number for the next game is accepted (see timing 3 in FIG. 16). The navigation effect on the liquid crystal display 27 may also be terminated at the timing when all reels are stopped.

Timing 3 indicates the timing at which the bet number setting operation for the "N game" game is performed, and timing 4 indicates the timing at which the start lever for starting the "N game" game is operated. It is shown. In the "N game", an example is shown in which a specific condition is satisfied and a pseudo game is generated over timings 4 to 5 when the start lever is operated. Even during the simulated game, the lighting state of the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is maintained. Further, when the start lever is operated, as shown in the liquid crystal column of the timing 4 and the pseudo game specific notification column, the liquid crystal display 27 executes the navigation effect on the sub side (see step S121 in FIG. 15). , Pseudo-game specific notification is executed (see step S106 in FIG. 14). On the other hand, as shown in the notification display column of the timing 4, the notification display 60 is not used during the simulated game even when the AT combination is won. It is maintained in the display state, and the information for specifying the mode of the stop operation is not displayed by the notification display 60. The operation on the start lever at the timing 4 of FIG. 16 is an operation that triggers the start of the pseudo game, and since the main game is started after the pseudo game, the main game is to be started later. It is also an operation.

FIG. 17B shows an example of the display mode at the start of the pseudo game in the “N game”. In the notification display 60, even when the AT is in progress and the AT combination is won, the mode of the stop operation is not suggested during the simulated game and the display state is hidden, which is advantageous. The lighting state of the period notification lamp 80 is maintained. On the other hand, in the liquid crystal display 27, "3.2.1" is displayed as a display content indicating the pressing order in the lower region of the screen. When a navigation effect is generated on the liquid crystal display 27 during the simulated game, the navigation effect is different from the control content (steps S130, S131, etc. in FIG. 15) regarding the navigation effect on the liquid crystal display 27 during the main game. Even if the stop operation cannot be performed due to the push order suggested by the above and an operation error occurs, the navigation effect is continuously displayed thereafter.

Further, as the pseudo game identification notification, an image that scrolls a message such as "during pseudo game" is displayed in the band area below the liquid crystal display 27, and the game identification lamp 82 is controlled in the pseudo game mode. .. The AT-related game information in the upper region of the screen of the liquid crystal display 27 is updated according to the result of the game in the "N-1 game".

Returning to FIG. 16, as shown in Timing 4 and later, even during the simulated game, as in the main game and the like shown in Timing 2 and later, the left reel 11L to the right reel 11R are each accompanied by the operation to the start lever. The rotation is started and controlled to rotate at a constant speed. After reaching a constant speed and enabling the pseudo stop, the corresponding reel can be pseudo-stopped in response to the pseudo stop operation for each of the left stop switch 21L to the right stop switch 21R. The dotted lines in the vertical direction in the columns of the left stop switch 21L to the right stop switch 21R indicate the timing at which the pseudo stop operation is performed. In the example of the simulated game of "N game" of FIG. 16, the right reel 11R is stopped first, the middle reel 11M is stopped second, and the left reel 11L is stopped third according to the navigation effect or the like. It is shown. Further, a solid line in the vertical direction in the columns from the left reel 11L to the right reel 11R, which is lowered to half the height in the column, indicates a state in which the rotating reel is pseudo-stopped, and is horizontally from half the height. The extending line shows a state in which the reel that has been pseudo-stopped vibrates slightly at regular time intervals (500 msec).

FIG. 17C shows an example of a display mode when all reels are pseudo-stopped in the pseudo-game in the “N-game”. When all the reels are pseudo-stopped, a predetermined image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 as a result of the pseudo-game. In the example of FIG. 17C, an image corresponding to the bell symbol is displayed in the center area of the screen of the liquid crystal display 27. As the image displayed when the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game, it is permissible to display not only the symbol stopped on the winning line NL but also the image related to the symbol not stopped on the winning line NL. Has been done. On the other hand, when the symbol combination is displayed in this game, it is possible to display the image related to the symbol stopped on the winning line NL, but the image related to the symbol not stopped on the winning line NL can be displayed. It cannot be displayed. Except for the point that a predetermined image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27, other devices (notification display 60, advantageous period notification lamp 80, game identification) even when the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game. The state of the lamp 82) and the game information related to the AT are maintained. The pseudo-game specific notification shown in FIG. 17 (c) continues until the pseudo-game ends, and ends at the timing when the start lever operation is performed and the pseudo-game ends (steps S50 and S51 in FIG. 7, FIG. 14 steps S105 to S110).

The timing 5 indicates the timing at which the start lever is operated after the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game in the “N game”. When the start lever is operated after the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game, the liquid crystal is as shown in the liquid crystal column and the notification display column of the timing 5, provided that the AT combination is won. On the display 27, the navigation effect on the sub side is executed according to the value stored in the push order buffer (see step S126 in FIG. 15), and at the same time, the notification display 60 becomes “ON” and is stored in the push order buffer. The display contents corresponding to the displayed values are displayed (see step S14 in FIG. 5).

FIG. 17D shows an example of the display mode of the “N game” in the main game. In the notification display 60, "6" is displayed as the display content corresponding to the push order buffer value "6", and in the liquid crystal display 27, the push order buffer value "6" is displayed in the lower region of the screen. "3.2.1" is displayed as the display content corresponding to "", and the advantageous operation mode is notified. Further, since the AT is in progress, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 remains lit, and the game identification lamp 82 is controlled in the AT mode. Further, the AT-related game information in the upper region of the screen of the liquid crystal display 27 is continuously displayed.

Further, at the timing 5 in which the start lever is operated after the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game of "N game", the rotation start timing is randomly delayed for each reel (steps S61 to FIG. 8). S69) is performed. Therefore, first, the rotation of the left reel 11L is started after the lapse of the randomly delayed time, then the rotation of the middle reel 11M is started after the lapse of the randomly delayed time, and finally, after the lapse of the randomly delayed time. The rotation of the right reel 11R is started. As shown in the timing 5 and later, as the start lever is operated, the rotation of each of the left reel 11L to the right reel 11R is started and the rotation speed becomes steady, and the stop operation is enabled. After that, the corresponding reel is stopped according to the stop operation for each of the left stop switch 21L to the right stop switch 21R (step S16 in FIG. 5). In the example of the main game of "N game" of FIG. 16, the right reel 11R is stopped first, the middle reel 11M is stopped second, and the left reel 11L is stopped third according to the navigation effect and the like. It is shown. The notification display 60 goes into a non-display state when all reels are stopped. That is, "6" displayed on the notification display 60 of FIG. 17D is hidden at the timing when all the reels are stopped. On the other hand, the navigation effect on the liquid crystal display 27 ends when the operation for setting the bet number of the next game is accepted. The navigation effect on the liquid crystal display 27 may also be terminated at the timing when all reels are stopped. Since the operation to the start lever at the timing 5 is an operation for shifting to the main game after the pseudo game is completed and the random delay process is performed, the operation is also referred to as an introduction operation below.

Timing 6 indicates the timing at which the bet number setting operation for the "N + 1 game" game is performed, and timing 7 indicates the timing at which the start lever for starting the "N + 1 game" game is operated. It is shown. When the AT role is won because it is in AT, the navigation effect on the sub side according to the value stored in the push order buffer is executed on the liquid crystal display 27 as in the case of "N-1 game". At the same time, the notification display 60 is turned "ON" and the display content corresponding to the value stored in the push order buffer is displayed. However, since the timing 7 in FIG. 16 indicates that the AT combination has not been won, the liquid crystal display 27 has a sub-side as shown in the liquid crystal display column, the notification display column, and FIG. 17 (d). The navigation effect is not executed, and the display content regarding the mode of the stop operation is not displayed on the notification display 60. Since the AT is in progress, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is maintained in a lit state, and the game identification lamp 82 is maintained in control in the AT mode. Further, the AT-related game information in the upper region of the screen of the liquid crystal display 27 is updated and displayed.

(Example when a pseudo game occurs during normal times)
FIG. 18 is a timing chart for explaining various control contents when a pseudo game occurs during normal times (for example, during non-AT, during non-advantageous period, etc.). In the normal state in FIG. 18, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is not lit, and the advantageous general control shown in FIG. 12 is performed. Further, FIG. 18 shows an example in which the AT is not won and the opportunity for the advantageous period notification lamp 80 to light is not established. Also in FIG. 18, the same items as in FIG. 16 are shown from above, and the passage of time is shown from left to right. Further, FIG. 19 is a diagram showing an example of display modes of the notification display 60, the liquid crystal display 27, and the game specifying lamp 82 corresponding to FIG.

In FIG. 18, as shown in the game status column, it is "normal game in progress", and as shown in the number of games column, "N-1 game", "N game", and "N + 1 game". The content of the game is shown. In FIG. 18, since it is in a normal state and the advantageous operation mode cannot be notified, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is “OFF” and is not lit as shown in the advantageous period notification lamp column. There is.

Timing 1 indicates the timing at which the bet number setting operation for the game of "N-1 game" is performed, and timing 2 is operated by the start lever for starting the game of "N-1 game". The timing was shown. Even if the AT combination is won because it is normal, the sub-side navigation effect is not executed on the liquid crystal display 27 as shown in the liquid crystal display column and the notification display field at timing 2, and the navigation effect is not executed. , The display content regarding the mode of the stop operation is not displayed on the notification display 60.

FIG. 19A shows an example of the display mode in the “N-1 game”. Neither the notification display 60 nor the liquid crystal display 27 displays the content regarding the mode of the stop operation. Further, since it is normally in progress, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is not lit, and since it is generally advantageous, the game identification lamp 82 is not lit and is controlled so that characters and the like cannot be visually recognized. Has been done. Further, on the screen of the liquid crystal display 27, a normal screen corresponding to normal is displayed.

Returning to FIG. 18, as shown in the timing 2 and later, as the start lever is operated, the rotation of each of the left reel 11L to the right reel 11R is started and controlled to rotate at a steady rotation speed. After the steady rotation speed is reached and the stop operation is enabled, the corresponding reels are stopped according to the stop operation for each of the left stop switch 21L to the right stop switch 21R (step S16 in FIG. 5).

Timing 3 indicates the timing at which the bet number setting operation for the "N game" game is performed, and timing 4 indicates the timing at which the start lever for starting the "N game" game is operated. It is shown. In the "N game", an example is shown in which a specific condition is satisfied and a pseudo game is generated over timings 4 to 5 when the start lever is operated. When the start lever is operated, as shown in the liquid crystal column of the timing 4 and the pseudo game specific notification column, the liquid crystal display 27 can execute the navigation effect on the sub side (see step S121 in FIG. 15). Pseudo-game specific notification is executed (see step S106 in FIG. 14). However, since it is normally in progress, the non-lighting state of the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is maintained even during the simulated game, and even when the AT combination is won, the notification display 60 is displayed. The hidden state is maintained. The operation of the start lever at the timing 4 in FIG. 18 is an operation that triggers the start of the pseudo game, and since the main game is started after the pseudo game, the main game is to be started later. It is also an operation.

FIG. 19B shows an example of a display mode at the start of a pseudo game in the “N game”. In the liquid crystal display 27, "3.2.1" is displayed as a display content indicating the pressing order in the lower region of the screen, and a predetermined character image is displayed in the center of the screen. When a navigation effect occurs on the liquid crystal display 27 during the simulated game, the navigation effect is different from the control content (steps S130, S131, etc. in FIG. 15) regarding the navigation effect on the liquid crystal display 27 during the main game. Even if the stop operation cannot be performed due to the push order suggested by the above and an operation error occurs, the navigation effect is continuously displayed thereafter. Further, as the pseudo game identification notification, an image that scrolls a message such as "during pseudo game" is displayed in the band area below the liquid crystal display 27, and the game identification lamp 82 is controlled in the pseudo game mode. .. On the other hand, the non-lighting state of the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is maintained, and the non-display state of the notification display 60 is maintained even when the AT combination is won, and the content regarding the mode of the stop operation is described. It will not be displayed.

Returning to FIG. 18, as shown in Timing 4, even during the simulated game, as in the main game and the like shown after Timing 2, each of the left reel 11L to the right reel 11R is operated by operating the start lever. The rotation is started and controlled to rotate at a constant speed. After reaching a constant speed and enabling the pseudo stop, the corresponding reel can be pseudo-stopped in response to the pseudo stop operation for each of the left stop switch 21L to the right stop switch 21R. The reel that has been pseudo-stopped is controlled to vibrate slightly at regular time intervals (500 msec).

When all the reels are pseudo-stopped in the pseudo-game in the "N game", a predetermined image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 as a result of the pseudo-game, as in the case of AT. The navigation effect on the sub side and the pseudo game specific notification on the liquid crystal display 27 continue until the pseudo game ends, and the start lever operation is performed to end the pseudo game at the timing when the pseudo game ends.

The timing 5 indicates the timing at which the start lever is operated (introduction operation) after the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game of the “N game”. Similarly, when the start lever is operated after the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the simulated game, as shown in the liquid crystal display column and the notification display column of timing 5 and FIG. 19 (c), the advantageous period notification lamp is used. With respect to 80, the non-lighting state is maintained, the content regarding the mode of the stop operation is not displayed on the notification display 60, and the navigation effect on the sub side is not executed on the liquid crystal display 27.

Further, at the timing 5 in which the start lever is operated after the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game of "N game", the rotation start timing is randomly delayed for each reel (steps S61 to FIG. 8). S69) is performed. As shown in the timing 5 and later, as the start lever is operated, a random delay is generated and the rotation of each of the left reel 11L to the right reel 11R is started, and the rotation speed becomes constant. After the stop operation is enabled, the corresponding reel is stopped in response to the stop operation for each of the left stop switch 21L to the right stop switch 21R (step S16 in FIG. 5).

Timing 6 indicates the timing at which the bet number setting operation for the "N + 1 game" game is performed, and timing 7 indicates the timing at which the start lever for starting the "N + 1 game" game is operated. It is shown. Even if the AT role is won because it is normal, the sub-side navigation effect is not executed in the liquid crystal display 27 as shown in the liquid crystal display column, the notification display column, and FIG. 17 (d). In addition, the display content regarding the mode of the stop operation is not displayed on the notification display 60.

(Example when the advantageous period notification lamp lights up in a game in which a pseudo game occurs)
FIG. 20 is a timing chart for explaining various control contents when the advantageous period notification lamp is turned on in a game in which a pseudo game occurs during normal operation. The normal state in FIG. 20 means that the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is not lit and is controlled by the CZ shown in FIG. Further, FIG. 20 shows an example in which an opportunity to turn on the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is established in a game in which a pseudo game is generated according to the AT winning. Also in FIG. 20, the same items as those in FIG. 16 and the like are shown from above, and the passage of time is shown from left to right. Further, FIG. 21 is a diagram showing an example of display modes of the notification display 60, the liquid crystal display 27, and the game specifying lamp 82 corresponding to FIG. 20.

In FIG. 20, it is "normal game in progress" as shown in the game status column, and "N-1 game", "N game", and "N + 1 game" as shown in the number of games column. The content of the game is shown. At timing 1 of FIG. 20, since it is normal and the advantageous operation mode cannot be notified, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is “OFF” and is not lit as shown in the advantageous period notification lamp column. It is shown. Timing 1 indicates the timing at which the bet number setting operation for the game of "N-1 game" is performed, and timing 2 is operated by the start lever for starting the game of "N-1 game". The timing was shown. Even if the AT combination is won because it is normal, the sub-side navigation effect is not executed on the liquid crystal display 27 as shown in the liquid crystal display column and the notification display field at timing 2, and the navigation effect is not executed. , The display content regarding the mode of the stop operation is not displayed on the notification display 60.

FIG. 21A shows an example of the display mode in the “N-1 game”. Neither the notification display 60 nor the liquid crystal display 27 displays the content regarding the mode of the stop operation. Further, since it is normally in progress, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is not lit. The game identification lamp 82 is controlled in a CZ mode (step S102 in FIG. 14). Further, on the screen of the liquid crystal display 27, a normal screen corresponding to the normal state (here, CZ) is displayed.

Returning to FIG. 20, as shown in the timing 2 and later, as the start lever is operated, the rotation of each of the left reel 11L to the right reel 11R is started and controlled to rotate at a steady rotation speed. After the steady rotation speed is reached and the stop operation is enabled, the corresponding reels are stopped according to the stop operation for each of the left stop switch 21L to the right stop switch 21R (step S16 in FIG. 5).

Timing 3 indicates the timing at which the bet number setting operation for the "N game" game is performed, and timing 4 indicates the timing at which the start lever for starting the "N game" game is operated. It is shown. The game in the "N game" is a game in which it is determined to turn on the advantageous period notification lamp 80, and a specific condition is satisfied, and a pseudo game is performed over the timings 4 to 5 when the start lever is operated. An example of the game that occurs is shown. Here, an example is shown in which the decision to turn on the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is not related to the establishment of the specific condition, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is turned on. By being determined, the specific condition may be satisfied, and the advantageous period is determined by satisfying the specific condition according to the result of the winning combination lottery when the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is not lit. It may be determined to turn on the notification lamp 80.

In the example of FIG. 20, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is controlled to be lit at the timing 4 when the simulated game is started (see step S33 of FIG. 6). The timing for controlling the advantageous period notification lamp 80 to the lighting state at the timing when the simulated game is started may be the timing until the content suggesting the mode of the stop operation is notified in the main game, for example, the reel in the simulated game. When the rotation of the reel is started, when the rotation speed of the reel in the pseudo game reaches a constant speed, when the pseudo stop operation is enabled, when the reel is first pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game, and last in the pseudo game. This may be the case when the reel of the reel is pseudo-stopped.

Further, when the start lever is operated, as shown in the liquid crystal column of the timing 4 and the pseudo game specific notification column, the liquid crystal display 27 executes the navigation effect on the sub side (see step S121 in FIG. 15). , Pseudo-game specific notification is executed (see step S106 in FIG. 14). On the other hand, as shown in the notification display column of the timing 4, the notification display 60 is maintained in the non-display state during the simulated game even when the AT combination is won. , Information for specifying the mode of the stop operation is not displayed by the notification display 60. The operation on the start lever at the timing 4 in FIG. 20 is an operation that triggers the start of the pseudo game, and since the main game is started after the pseudo game, the main game is to be started later. It is also an operation.

FIG. 21B shows an example of the display mode at the start of the pseudo game in the “N game”. The advantageous period notification lamp 80 may be in a lit state, but the notification display 60 does not suggest a mode of stop operation during the simulated game even when the AT combination is won. The hidden state is maintained. On the other hand, in the liquid crystal display 27, as an example of a navigation effect or the like, a target image for aiming at a BAR symbol is displayed in the central region of the screen. The aiming image includes a BAR symbol suggestion unit that suggests a "BAR" symbol arranged on a reel, and an operation mode suggestion unit (left-pointing arrow) that suggests an operation mode (reverse push). In addition, the BAR symbol suggestion section includes a character image section such as "Aim!". This makes it possible to urge the player to aim and stop the "BAR" symbol by pushing it backwards.

Further, as the pseudo game identification notification, an image that scrolls a message such as "during pseudo game" is displayed in the band area below the liquid crystal display 27, and the game identification lamp 82 is controlled in the pseudo game mode. ..

Returning to FIG. 20, as shown in Timing 4, even during the simulated game, as in the main game and the like shown in Timing 2 and later, the left reel 11L to the right reel 11R are each accompanied by the operation to the start lever. The rotation is started and controlled to rotate at a constant speed. After reaching a constant speed and enabling the pseudo stop, the corresponding reel can be pseudo-stopped in response to the pseudo stop operation for each of the left stop switch 21L to the right stop switch 21R. In the example of the simulated game of "N game" of FIG. 20, it is shown that the right reel 11R is stopped first, the middle reel 11M is stopped second, and the left reel 11L is stopped third according to the aiming image. Has been done. The reel that has been pseudo-stopped is controlled to vibrate slightly at regular time intervals (500 msec).

21 (c) and 21 (d) show examples of display modes when all reels are pseudo-stopped in the pseudo-game in the "N game", respectively. When all the reels are pseudo-stopped and the BARs are aligned, as shown in FIG. 21 (c), a production image suggesting that the AT transition is won as a result of the pseudo game (for example, "in the jagged mark" A message such as "AT acquisition") is displayed. On the other hand, when all the reels are pseudo-stopped and the BARs are not aligned, as shown in FIG. 21D, a production image as if the AT transition was not won as a result of the pseudo game (for example, " A message such as "Shin" is displayed.

Whether or not the BARs are aligned in the reel control during the simulated game is specified in step S45 of FIG. 7 depending on whether or not the AT is won. In step S45 of FIG. 7, for example, when the AT is won, the reel control in which the BARs are aligned can be executed according to the mode of the pseudo stop operation, while when the AT is not won, the mode of the pseudo stop operation is set. Regardless, the reel control that does not have BAR alignment is executed. When the AT is won, the reel control may be performed so that the BARs are aligned regardless of the mode of the pseudo stop operation, or the reels may be controlled so that the BARs are not aligned regardless of the mode of the pseudo stop operation. It should be noted that, except that a predetermined image corresponding to the pseudo-stopped symbol combination is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27, other devices (notification display) even when the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game. The state of the device 60, the advantageous period notification lamp 80, the game identification lamp 82), and the like are maintained. The pseudo-game specific notification shown in FIGS. 21 (c) and 21 (d) continues until the pseudo-game ends, and ends at the timing when the start lever operation is performed and the pseudo-game ends. In FIGS. 21 (c) to 21 (g), the game identification lamp 82 is shown below the notification display 60 for convenience of explanation.

The timing 5 indicates the timing at which the start lever is operated (introduction operation) after the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game of the “N game”. On condition that the AT has been won and the AT combination has been won, the value stored in the push order buffer in the liquid crystal display 27 as shown in the liquid crystal column and the notification display column of the timing 5 The corresponding navigation effect on the sub side is executed (see step S126 in FIG. 15), and at the same time, the notification display 60 becomes "ON" and the display content corresponding to the value stored in the push order buffer is displayed (see step S126 in FIG. 15). See step S14 in FIG. 5).

FIG. 21 (e) shows an example of the display mode in the main game after the display mode of FIG. 21 (c) is obtained in the simulated game of the “N game”. In the notification display 60, "6" is displayed as the display content corresponding to the push order buffer value "6", and in the liquid crystal display 27, the push order buffer value "6" is displayed in the lower region of the screen. "3.2.1" is displayed as the display content corresponding to "", and the advantageous operation mode is notified. Further, since the AT is in progress, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 remains lit, and the game identification lamp 82 is controlled in the AT mode. In addition, AT-related game information in the upper region of the screen of the liquid crystal display 27 is displayed.

Even if the AT is won, in step S45 of FIG. 7, since the reel control is performed according to the mode of the pseudo stop operation, the BAR may not be aligned depending on the mode of the pseudo stop operation. In this case, after the display mode shown in FIG. 21 (d) is displayed in the simulated game of the "N game", the display mode shown in FIG. 21 (f) is used and the AT is notified that the AT has been won. , Figure 21 (e). When the pseudo game is terminated by the start lever operation and the random delay processing (steps S61 to S69 in FIG. 8) is started, as shown in FIG. 21 (f), an effect suggesting that the AT transition is won. An image (for example, a message such as "Resurrection acquisition" in the jagged mark) is displayed. As a result, the player is notified that the AT has been won. After that, the process shifts to FIG. 21 (e). Also in FIG. 21 (f), similarly to FIG. 21 (e), "6" is displayed as the display content corresponding to the push order buffer value "6" on the notification display 60, and the advantageous operation mode is It has been notified. Regarding FIG. 21 (f), an effect suggesting that the advantageous operation mode is first notified on the notification display 60 in terms of timing, and then (for example, after 2 seconds have elapsed) that the AT transition has been won. An image (for example, a message such as "acquisition of resurrection" in a jagged mark) may be displayed. In this case, the player can be focused on the display of the notification display 60 (the degree of attention can be improved). Further, since the AT is in progress, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 remains lit, and the game identification lamp 82 is controlled in the AT mode. In the example of FIG. 21 (f), the navigation effect on the sub side of the liquid crystal display 27 is not displayed and the AT-related game information is not displayed, but these are also displayed at the stage of FIG. 21 (f). Information (similar to FIG. 21 (e)) may be displayed.

Next, an example will be given of a display mode when the BAR is not uniform in the simulated game and the display mode is as shown in FIG. 21 (d), and the AT is not won. When the start lever is operated after the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the simulated game and the AT is not won, the lighting state of the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is set as shown in FIG. 21 (g). Although it is maintained, the content regarding the mode of the stop operation is not displayed on the notification display 60, and the navigation effect on the sub side is not executed on the liquid crystal display 27. Further, since the pseudo game identification notification is also terminated and the state returns to the CZ before the pseudo game, the game identification lamp 82 is controlled in the CZ mode. The lighting state of the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is controlled to be turned off according to the processing of steps S21 to S23 of FIG. 5 performed when one game is completed. Since the timing 6 and later in FIG. 20 are the same as the timing 6 and later in FIG. 16, the description thereof will be omitted.

Note that FIG. 21 (g) has described an example in which the CZ (advantageous period) before the simulated game is maintained and the lighting state of the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is also maintained. However, after the simulated game is performed and the result (missing) of the simulated game shown in FIG. 21D is notified, the CZ (advantageous period) is terminated, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is turned off, and the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is turned off. The game identification lamp 82 may be controlled to be in a non-lighting state so that no character can be visually recognized. That is, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is turned on (FIG. 21 (b)) by starting the simulated game in the extinguished state (FIG. 21 (a)), and then the main game after the simulated game ends. When this happens (at the end of the game in FIG. 21D), the advantageous period may be terminated and the lights may be turned off.

(About pseudo stop pattern)
In the above embodiment, as a pseudo stop pattern of the reel during the pseudo stop during the pseudo game (while the vibration control flag shown in FIGS. 7 and 16 is set), FIG. 22 (a) shows. As shown, an example (pseudo-stop pattern 1) in which a reel motor for driving the reel is slightly vibrated by outputting an excitation signal that changes the excitation phase at regular time intervals (500 msec) has been described. In the columns of the left reel motor 14L to the right reel motor 14R in FIG. 22A, the elongated rising portion after the pseudo stop operation shows a state in which the reel that is pseudo-stopped at regular time intervals (500 msec) is slightly vibrating. There is.

However, the pseudo-stop pattern of the reels that are pseudo-stop is not limited to that shown in FIG. 22 (a). For example, the pseudo stop pattern 2 shown in FIG. 22B may be used. In the pseudo stop pattern 2, an excitation signal for exciting the same exciting phase as at the time of the previous output without changing the exciting phase with respect to the reel motor for driving the reel that is pseudo-stopped at regular time intervals (500 msec). Is shown as an example of outputting. The upward arrow in the columns of the left reel motor 14L to the right reel motor 14R in FIG. 22B excites the same exciting phase as at the time of the previous output to the reel motor corresponding to the reel that is pseudo-stopped at regular time intervals (500 msec). It shows the state of outputting the excitation signal for reeling. Since the excitation signal for exciting the same excitation phase is output, the reel motor itself does not rotate, the reel itself does not vibrate, and the player cannot specify that the excitation signal is output.

Further, the pseudo stop pattern 3 shown in FIG. 22 (c) may be used. In the pseudo stop pattern 3, the pseudo stop pattern 2 shown in FIG. 22B is obtained from the time when the first reel of the reels rotated in the pseudo game is pseudo-stopped to the time when the last reel is pseudo-stopped. It is a pattern that outputs an excitation signal in the mode of the pseudo stop pattern 1 shown in FIG. 22A from the time when the last reel is pseudo-stopped until the reel is rotated after the random delay. .. Further, in the pseudo stop pattern 3, when switching from the mode of the pseudo stop pattern 2 to the mode of the pseudo stop pattern 1 triggered by the pseudo stop of the last reel, the excitation signal is output among the other reels that have already been pseudo stop. The excitation signal may be output in the mode of the pseudo stop pattern 1 to all the reels that are pseudo-stopped in accordance with the excitation timing of the reel that first reaches the timing to be performed. In the example of FIG. 22 (c), the left reel 11L and the middle reel 11M are pseudo-stopped, and finally the right reel 11R is pseudo-stopped. Of these, in accordance with the excitation timing of the middle reel 11M (timing 1 in FIG. 22C), which first reaches the timing for outputting the excitation signal, all of the left reel motor 14L to the right reel motor 14R have a pseudo stop pattern 1. The excitation signal may be output. As a result, the timing of slight vibration can be matched between the reels that are pseudo-stopped.

As the pseudo stop pattern, contrary to FIG. 22 (c), for example, from the time when the first reel of the reels rotated in the pseudo game is pseudo-stopped to the time when the last reel is pseudo-stopped. In the pattern, the excitation signal is output in the mode of the pseudo stop pattern 1, and the excitation signal is output in the mode of the pseudo stop pattern 2 from the time when the last reel is pseudo-stopped until the reel is rotated after the random delay. May be provided.

(About the display start timing on the notification display)
In the above embodiment, an example of displaying the mode of the stop operation on the notification display 60 when the AT combination is won during AT is shown (step S14 in FIGS. 6 and 5). Further, regarding the timing at which the display is started on the notification display 60, during the normal game in which the pseudo game does not occur during AT, the elapse of the wait time from the start lever operation to the start of reel rotation is determined (FIG. 5). The timing at which the wait time was determined to have elapsed in step S12) of FIG. 5 was illustrated (step S14 in FIG. 5). That is, as shown in the timing of the embodiment of FIG. 23A, the display on the notification display 60 is started when it is determined in the wait determination 1 performed after the start lever operation that the wait time has elapsed. An example was explained.

However, the elapse of the wait time may be determined at a predetermined timing from the start of rotation of the reel to the activation of stop rotation. For example, as shown in FIG. 23 (a), a wait is performed at a predetermined timing from the start of reel rotation (timing 3 in FIG. 23 (a)) to the activation of stop (timing 4 in FIG. 23 (a)). The time lapse determination may be performed (weight determination 2). In this case, the weight determination 2 may be performed, for example, at the timing until any one of steps S61 to S71 in FIG. 8 is performed. Further, in the normal game in which the pseudo game does not occur during AT, the display on the notification display 60 may be started when it is determined in the weight determination 2 that the wait time has elapsed. (Timing 1 in FIG. 23 (a)).

Further, the timing at which the display on the notification display 60 is started during the normal game during AT and the pseudo game does not occur is not limited to when it is determined in the wait determination that the wait time has elapsed. Regardless of the presence or absence, for example, it may be when the start lever is operated (timing 2 in FIG. 23 (a)) or when the rotation of the reel is started (timing 3 in FIG. 23 (a)). It may be when the stop is enabled (timing 4 in FIG. 23A). That is, when the process for controlling the notification display 60 (corresponding to steps S13 and S14) is set to timing 2 during the normal game during AT and the pseudo game does not occur, for example, FIG. If YES is determined in step S02 and the processes of steps S03 to S05 are performed, the timing 3 is performed when step S63 or step S69 in FIG. 8 is started, and the timing 4 is set. May be performed when YES is determined in step S71 of FIG.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, an example in which the reels 11L to 11R all start rotating at the same time during a normal game in which a pseudo game does not occur has been described. However, as shown in FIG. 23 (a'), the reels 11L to 11R start rotating in a predetermined order (first, the left reel rotates, then the middle reel rotates, and finally the right reel rotates. It may be something like). In this case, the timing for starting the display on the notification display 60 during the normal game during AT and the pseudo game does not occur is not limited to the timing shown in FIG. 23 (a), and is not limited to the timing shown in FIG. It may be when the reel starts to rotate for the first time (when the process corresponding to the timing a in FIG. 23 (a') and step S63 in FIG. 8 is performed), and when the reel finally starts to rotate. (When the process corresponding to the timing b in FIG. 23 (a') and step S69 in FIG. 8 is performed).

On the other hand, after the pseudo game occurs during AT, the pseudo game is set as a timing related to the start of random delay wait processing such as step S62, step S65, and step S68 in FIG. 8, which is performed only after the pseudo game. Illustrates the timing at which the start lever is operated while all reels are pseudo-stopped (it is practically impossible that the wait time has not elapsed after the end of the pseudo-game), and the notification is made at that timing. An example of starting the display on the display device 60 has been described. It can be said that the timing at which the start lever is operated in the state where all the reels are pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game is the timing before the delay time is determined in the random delay processing. When the start lever is operated in a state where all reels are pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game (when YES is determined in step S50 in FIG. 7), step S13 is not performed without going through step S12. You may try to move to.

However, the timing for starting the display of the mode of the stop operation on the notification display 60 after the pseudo game occurs during AT is step S62, step S65, step S68, etc. of FIG. 8, which is performed only after the pseudo game. The timing related to the start of the random delay wait process is not limited to the timing at which the start lever is operated during the simulated game, and among the random delay processes started by the start lever operation, for example, the delay in step S62. It may be when the measurement of the delay time is started after the time is determined (timing 1 in FIG. 23B), and when the rotation of the reel is first started after the delay time has elapsed. It may be (timing 2 in FIG. 23 (b)) or when the rotation of the last reel is started (timing 3 in FIG. 23 (b)). That is, after the pseudo game occurs during AT, the process for controlling the notification display 60 (corresponding to steps S13 and S14) is delayed in step S62, for example, when timing 1 is set. It is performed after the time is determined and when the measurement of the delay time is started, when the timing 2 is set, it is performed when step S63 in FIG. 8 is started, and when the timing 3 is set, it is performed in FIG. It may be done when step S69 is started.

Further, the timing at which the display of the content suggesting the mode of the stop operation is started on the notification display 60 after the pseudo game occurs during AT is the timing 1 or the timing from the timing of the embodiment shown in FIG. 23 (b). It is a predetermined timing up to timing 2, and is not limited to the timing related to the start or end of a specific process (for example, delay measurement starts, etc.), for example, a predetermined time (for example) after the random delay process is started. , 100 msec) may have passed.

(About the lighting start timing of the advantageous period notification lamp)
In the above embodiment, an example is shown in which the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is started to light when the start lever is operated, regardless of whether it is a normal game in which the pseudo game does not occur or a pseudo game occurs. (Steps S02 and S05 in FIG. 5 and step S33 in FIG. 6). That is, in the case of notifying the advantageous operation mode during AT, as shown in the timing of the embodiment of FIGS. 24 (a) and 24 (b), both during the normal game and when the pseudo game occurs. An example of starting lighting of the advantageous period notification lamp 80 when the start lever is operated has been described.

However, the timing at which the advantageous period notification lamp 80 starts to light is not limited to this as long as it is at least the timing until the advantageous operation mode is notified. As shown in FIG. 24A, the timing at which the advantageous period notification lamp 80 starts to light during the normal game may be the timing 1 at which the previous game of the main game for notifying the advantageous operation mode ends. The timing 1 at which the previous game is completed is when all reel rotations are stopped, when the payout process after the reel rotation is stopped, or when the bet number for the next game can be set. You may.

Further, as shown in FIG. 24B, the timing for starting the lighting of the advantageous period notification lamp 80 when the pseudo game occurs is the timing 2 when the previous game of the game for notifying the advantageous operation mode in the main game is completed. It may be the timing 3 in which all the reels are pseudo-stopped in the pseudo-game, and the timing 4 in which the start lever for ending the pseudo-game and shifting to the main game is operated (introduction operation). The timing 4 may be any timing until the content suggesting the mode of the stop operation is notified in this game. For example, the random delay processing shown in steps S61 to S69 of FIG. 8 is started or started. It may be a related timing when it is done. Specifically, as the timing 4, the timing at which the start lever for ending the pseudo game and starting the reel rotation of the main game is operated to start the random delay process and the delay time are determined in step S62. It may be later when the measurement of the delay time is started (see timing 1 in FIG. 25 (b) described later), and when the delay time elapses and the rotation of the reel is started for the first time (described later). (Refer to timing 2 of FIG. 25 (b), when step S63 of FIG. 8 is performed), and when the rotation of the last reel is started (see timing 3 of FIG. 25 (b) described later). It may be (when step S69 of FIG. 8 is performed) or the like. Further, the timing 2 at which the previous game is completed is when all reel rotations are stopped, when the payout process after the reel rotation is stopped is completed, or when the bet number for the next game can be set. You may.

(About the timing related to the pseudo game specific notification)
In the above embodiment, as shown in the timing of the embodiment of FIG. 25A, an example of starting the pseudo game specific notification when the start lever for starting the game for generating the pseudo game is operated is shown. (Steps S02 and S11 in FIG. 5, steps S41 in FIG. 7, and steps S105 and S106 in FIG. 14). However, the timing for starting the pseudo-game specific notification is not limited to the timing related to the start of the pseudo-game, and for example, as shown in FIG. 25 (a), the timing at which the rotation of the reel in the pseudo-game is started. It may be 1, the timing 2 when the rotation speed of the reel reaches a constant speed, the timing 3 when the pseudo stop operation is enabled, and the like.

Further, in the above embodiment, as shown in the timing of the embodiment of FIG. 25B, the pseudo game is specified when the start lever for ending the pseudo game and starting the reel rotation of the main game is operated. An example of terminating the notification is shown (steps S50 and S51 in FIG. 7, steps S108 and S109 in FIG. 14). However, if the timing for starting the pseudo-game specific notification is the timing related to the start or the start of the random delay processing shown in steps S61 to S69 of FIG. 8, the pseudo-game is terminated and the main game is started. Of the random delay processing started by the start lever operation, the delay time is determined, for example, in step S62, not limited to the timing when the start lever for starting the reel rotation of the above is operated to start the random delay processing. It may be later when the measurement of the delay time is started (timing 1 in FIG. 25 (b)), and when the delay time elapses and the rotation of the reel is started for the first time (FIG. 25 (b)). ), When step S63 of FIG. 8 is performed), and when the rotation of the last reel is started (when timing 3 of FIG. 25B, step S69 of FIG. 8 is performed). ), Or when the stop is enabled (when the timing 4 in FIG. 25B and the step S72 in FIG. 8 are performed).

(About the image of the pseudo game specific notification)
In the above embodiment, as an image of the pseudo-game specific notification, an example of scrolling a character image such as "during pseudo-game" in a band-shaped band region along the longitudinal direction of the liquid crystal display 27 as shown in FIG. 26 has been described. .. The outer periphery of the band region is surrounded by a single color such as black, and is defined at a position that does not overlap with the edge (for example, the lower side) of the display region of the liquid crystal display 27. Further, the relationship between the length L of the band region, the length M of the character image to be scrolled, and the interval N of the character images is defined to be (M + N) ≦ L / 2.

<Examples of technical matters and effects of slot machine 1>
(1-1) Conventionally, there is a gaming machine that notifies an operation mode advantageous to a player by a notification means controlled by a main control means. In such a gaming machine, when a start operation or the like for starting one game is performed, an advantageous operation mode is notified by the notification means. However, in such a gaming machine, when performing a pseudo game that is an effect using a reel, an advantageous operation mode is notified by the notification means at the same timing (or the same opportunity, etc.) as when the pseudo game is not performed. If this happens, the player may be misunderstood as if it were a real game despite being a pseudo game, and it would be unclear whether it is a pseudo game or a main game, causing confusion. There was a risk.

Therefore, in the slot machine 1 in the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 23 and the like, at the time of the normal game in which the pseudo game does not occur, at any of the timings exemplified in FIG. 23 (a) (hereinafter referred to as the first timing). While the display of the advantageous operation mode on the notification display 60 is started, after the pseudo game occurs, the random delay wait processing such as step S62, step S65, and step S68 in FIG. 8 is performed instead of the first timing. The display of the advantageous operation mode on the notification display 60 is started at any timing (hereinafter referred to as the second timing) exemplified in FIG. 23B, which is a timing related to the start.

As a result, the timing (trigger) for starting the display of the advantageous operation mode on the notification display 60 can be different between the normal game in which the pseudo game does not occur and the time after the pseudo game occurs. Further, when the pseudo game occurs, the display of the advantageous operation mode on the notification display 60 is not started at the first timing. As a result, it is possible to prevent the game from being misunderstood or confused as if it were a real game even though it is a pseudo game. Further, after the pseudo game occurs, it is advantageous in the notification display 60 at least in the preparation stage of the main game related to the random delay process preparing to start the main game and at least until the stop is enabled. The display of the operation mode is started. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from accidentally performing the stop operation first by the time the display of the advantageous operation mode is started. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player's profit from being reduced.

Further, when the first timing is stopped and enabled (timing 4 in FIG. 23A), in a normal game in which a pseudo game does not occur, an advantageous operation on the notification display 60 is performed when the stop is enabled. Since the display of the mode is started, the player can smoothly perform the game (stop operation) according to the display immediately before the operation. Further, if it is after the end of the pseudo game, the display of the advantageous operation mode on the notification display 60 is started in accordance with the start of the random delay, so that the next stop is given to the player who has ended the pseudo game. It is possible to notify in advance that the stop operation to the switch is an operation for which stop is enabled in this game, and it is possible to notify in advance that it is not a pseudo game. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from performing the stop operation in the main game due to the inertia of the pseudo game.

Further, if the advantageous operation mode is notified at the first timing even after the pseudo game is completed, the advantageous operation mode is notified at a timing later than the first timing without the pseudo game. As a result, there arises a problem that the speed of the game progress in the game becomes slow and it becomes difficult to proceed with the game at a good tempo. In order to solve such a problem, after the pseudo game is completed, the advantageous operation mode is notified at the second timing, which is earlier than the first timing accompanied by the pseudo game, so that the speed of the game progress is slowed down. It is possible to proceed with the game at a good tempo while suppressing the situation as much as possible.

(1-2) In relation to the above (1-1), the second timing is the timing until the delay time is determined in the random delay processing (for example, the timing of the embodiment of FIG. 23B, or the timing 1). If so, the display of the advantageous operation mode on the notification display 60 is started as soon as the pseudo game is completed. Therefore, it is possible to give the player a sense of relief at an early timing. In addition, since the advantageous operation mode is notified at an early stage, the stop operation can be immediately performed in the advantageous operation mode when the main stop is enabled after the pseudo game is completed, so that the game progress speed is prevented from being delayed. be able to.

(1-3) In relation to the above (1-1), when the second timing is the timing at which the rotation of the reel is first started after the delay time has elapsed (timing 2 in FIG. 23B). Or, when the timing at which the reel rotation is finally started after the delay time has elapsed (timing 3 in FIG. 23B), the notification display 60 is set according to the reel rotation start timing after the simulated game is completed. The display of the advantageous operation mode in is started. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable as compared with the case where the display of the advantageous operation mode on the notification display 60 is suddenly started without any operation.

Further, when the second timing is the timing at which the rotation of the reels is finally started after the delay time has elapsed (timing 3 in FIG. 23B), the rotation of all the reels that have been pseudo-stopped is started. By notifying the advantageous operation mode at the timing when the game is to be performed, the advantageous operation mode is notified at the timing when it can be surely grasped that the pseudo game ends and the main game starts. Therefore, it is possible to grasp the advantageous operation mode while grasping the end of the pseudo game and the start of the main game accompanying the end.

(2-1) Conventionally, there is a gaming machine that notifies a player of an operation mode advantageous to a player by a notification means controlled by a main control means. In such a gaming machine, when a start operation or the like for starting one game is performed, an advantageous operation mode is notified by the notification means. However, in such a gaming machine, in the case of performing a pseudo game which is an effect using a reel, if the advantageous operation mode is notified by the notification means as in the case where the pseudo game is not performed, the pseudo game is performed. In spite of this, there is a risk that the player may be misunderstood as if it were a real game, or it may be unclear whether it is a pseudo game or a main game, which may lead to confusion.

Therefore, in the slot machine 1 in the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 16, in the normal game in which the pseudo game does not occur during AT (for example, the game of the “N-1 game” in FIG. 16), While the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27 may each notify the mode of the stop operation, during the simulated game (for example, the simulated game of "N game" in FIG. 16). In the liquid crystal display 27, the mode of the stop operation may be notified, but in the notification display 60, the mode of the stop operation may not be notified, and the book after the pseudo game is completed. In a game (for example, the main game of "N game" in FIG. 16), the mode of the stop operation may be notified even on the notification display 60.

As a result, the advantageous operation mode is not displayed on the notification display 60 even during the AT during the simulated game. As a result, it is possible to prevent the game from being misunderstood or confused as if it were a real game even though it is a pseudo game. Further, in the main game after the pseudo game is completed, the advantageous operation mode may be displayed on the notification display 60 when the AT combination or the like is won, which reduces the profit of the player. Can be prevented. On the other hand, even during the simulated game, the liquid crystal display 27 may perform a navigation effect on the sub side, so that the interest of the game can be improved.

(2-2) As shown in FIGS. 17 (b) and 17 (d), the mode of the stop operation notified by the navigation effect displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 during the simulated game of the “N game” (2-2). Pushing order 321) and the mode of the stop operation notified by the notification display 60 in the main game after the pseudo game is completed (“6” is displayed, “6” is the pushing order from FIG. 6B). Even if 321) shows the same content, the notification display 60 may not notify the mode of the stop operation during the pseudo game of "N game", and the pseudo game of "N game" is not performed. The notification display 60 may notify the mode of the stop operation at the timing (see FIG. 23B) when the random delay processing is started even after the end.

As a result, regardless of the mode of the stop operation to be notified, the mode of the stop operation is not notified on the notification display 60 during the simulated game. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from being misunderstood and causing confusion. Further, after the pseudo game is completed, the notification display 60 may notify the mode of the stop operation at the timing when the random delay processing, which is the preparation stage of the main game, is started. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from accidentally performing the stop operation first by the time the mode of the stop operation is notified. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player's profit from being reduced.

(3-1) Conventionally, there is a gaming machine that notifies an operation mode advantageous to a player by a notification means controlled by a main control means. In such a gaming machine, there is one that notifies that it is possible to notify an advantageous operation mode. However, in such a gaming machine, in the case of performing a pseudo game which is an effect using a reel, if the advantageous operation mode is notified by the notification means as in the case where the pseudo game is not performed, the pseudo game is performed. However, there is a risk that the player may be misunderstood as if it were a real game, or it may be unclear whether it is a pseudo game or a main game, which may lead to confusion. In addition, there was no focus on how to control the notification that an advantageous operation mode can be notified during the simulated game, and no study was made.

Therefore, in the slot machine 1 in the above embodiment, during the advantageous period, as shown in FIG. 16, during the AT game or the like, the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27 each notify the mode of the stop operation. When there is a case where the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is lit (see “N-1 game” in FIG. 16), and the AT game is in progress and the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is lit. Even so, during the simulated game, the notification display 60 does not notify the mode of the stop operation, but the lighting state of the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is continued (“N game th” in FIG. 16). In this game after the pseudo game is completed, the notification display 60 may notify the mode of the stop operation (see “N game” in FIG. 16 during the main game). There is.

As a result, during the AT game, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is maintained in the lit state even during the simulated game. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling distrust that the AT game may have ended by ending the lighting state of the advantageous period notification lamp 80. On the other hand, during the simulated game, the notification display 60 does not notify the mode of the stop operation, and after the simulated game ends, the notification display 60 may notify the mode of the stop operation. For this reason, it is possible to prevent the player from being misunderstood as if it is the main game or causing confusion even though the game is being simulated. Further, since the mode of the stop operation can be notified after the pseudo game is completed, it is possible to prevent the player's profit from being reduced.

(3-2) Further, in the slot machine 1 in the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 18, even during a normal game or the like, the liquid crystal display 27 may notify the mode of the stop operation during the simulated game. On the other hand, the mode of the stop operation is not notified on the notification display 60, and the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is not turned on (in the "N game" of FIG. 18). See pseudo-games).

As a result, even during a normal game, the liquid crystal display 27 may notify the mode of the stop operation during the simulated game, so that the interest of the game can be improved. On the other hand, even during a normal game and the liquid crystal display 27 notifies the mode of the stop operation, the notification display 60 may not notify the mode of the stop operation. For this reason, it is possible to prevent the player from being misunderstood as if it is the main game or causing confusion even though the game is being simulated. Further, even during a normal game and the liquid crystal display 27 notifies the mode of the stop operation, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 may not be turned on. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a misunderstanding that the vehicle has been transferred to an AT or the like.

(4) Conventionally, there is a gaming machine that notifies a player of an operation mode advantageous to a player by a notification means controlled by a main control means. However, in such a gaming machine, in the case of performing a pseudo game which is an effect using a reel, if the advantageous operation mode is notified by the notification means as in the case where the pseudo game is not performed, the pseudo game is performed. However, there is a risk that the player may be misunderstood as if it were a real game, or it may be unclear whether it is a pseudo game or a main game, which may lead to confusion. In addition, when a simulated game is performed, there is no focus on how to specify an advantageous operation mode to be notified, and no study has been made.

Therefore, in the slot machine 1 in the above embodiment, the value specified in step S35 of FIG. 6A is stored in the push order buffer, and the value stored in step S14 of FIG. 5 is acquired and displayed at least for notification. The mode of the stop operation to be notified in the device 60 is specified. Further, when the pseudo game does not occur during AT, the mode of the stop operation may be notified on each of the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27, for example, as in the “N-1 game” in FIG. To do so. Further, when the pseudo game occurs even when the mode of the stop operation is notified, the value specified in step S35 of FIG. 6A is stored in the push order buffer before the pseudo game is started, and the pseudo game is simulated. While the notification display 60 does not notify the mode of the stop operation during the game, the value of the push order buffer is held, and the value of the push order buffer held in step S14 of FIG. 5 after the pseudo game is completed. The mode of the stop operation specified from the above is notified on the notification display 60.

As a result, the mode of the stop operation is not notified on the notification display 60 even during the AT or during the simulated game. For this reason, it is possible to prevent the player from being misunderstood as if it is the main game or causing confusion even though the game is being simulated. On the other hand, after the pseudo game is completed, the value specified and stored in step S35 of FIG. 6A before the pseudo game is started, and is retained at least while the pseudo game is being performed. The mode of the stop operation based on the value of the push order buffer is notified on the notification display 60. Therefore, the processing load for notifying the mode of the stop operation on the notification display 60 can be distributed before the start of the pseudo game and after the end of the pseudo game. Further, since the value of the push order buffer specified before the start of the pseudo game is used, the value for specifying the mode of the stop operation multiple times such as before the start of the pseudo game and after the end of the pseudo game is used as the AT role. There is no need to perform specific processing based on it, and the processing load can be reduced.

(5-1) Conventionally, there is a gaming machine that notifies an operation mode advantageous to a player by a notification means controlled by a main control means. Further, in such a gaming machine, there are those that notify that an advantageous operation mode can be notified and those that perform a pseudo game that is an effect using a reel. However, there was no focus on the timing of notifying or ending the fact that an advantageous operation mode can be notified, and the timing of starting or ending the simulated game, and no study was made. ..

Therefore, the slot machine 1 in the above embodiment includes a plurality of pseudo-game modes in which it is possible to specify that the pseudo-game is in progress, and other modes in which it is possible to specify that the pseudo-game has ended or that the pseudo-game is not in progress. A game identification lamp 82 and a liquid crystal display 27 (hereinafter, also referred to as a game identification lamp 82 and the like) are provided so that any one of the types can be notified. Then, with respect to the game specifying lamp 82 and the like, as shown in FIG. 25 (a), the start lever operation for starting the simulated game and the timing related to the start lever operation (timing and timing 1 to 3 of the embodiment). Each) triggers the pseudo-game specific notification, and as shown in FIG. 25 (b), the start lever operation for ending the pseudo-game and the timing related to the start lever operation (timing and timings 1 to 4 of the embodiment). Each) was used as an opportunity to end the pseudo-game specific notification. On the other hand, the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is in a lit state triggered by the start lever operation, as shown in the timing of the embodiment of FIG. 24 (a) and the timing and timing 4 of the embodiment of FIG. 24 (b). As shown in step S23 of FIG. 5, the timing based on the stop operation for stopping the rotation of the reels 11L to 11R while only one of the reels 11L to 11R is rotating in the game for ending the advantageous period. After (YES in step S17), the lights are turned off at the timing until the game end processing (for example, the processing of steps S19, S20, etc.) is completed.

As a result, when the start lever is operated, the player is expected to both that the pseudo game identification lamp 82 and the like perform the pseudo game identification notification and that the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is lit. Can be embraced. On the other hand, since the timing at which the pseudo game identification notification ends in the game identification lamp 82 and the like and the timing at which the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is turned off are different, the pseudo game ends and the advantageous period ends. It is possible to prevent the player's expectations from being greatly discouraged because both of them are notified at the same time. Further, it is possible to disperse the attention of the player to each of the game specifying lamp 82 and the like and the advantageous period notification lamp 80 in a timely manner, and it is possible to reduce the possibility that the player misses them.

(5-2) Further, FIG. 24 shows another example in which the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is turned on, for example, timing 1 in FIG. 24 (a) and timing 2 in FIG. 24 (b). As shown in 3, the reels 11L to 11R are turned on at a timing different from the start lever operation that can start the pseudo game specific notification, and as shown in step S23 of FIG. 5, in the game that ends the advantageous period. After the timing based on the stop operation for stopping the rotation of the reel while only one of the reels is rotating (YES in step S17), the game end processing (for example, processing of steps S19, S20, etc.) ) Is also shown as an example in which the light is turned off at the timing until the completion.

In this case, since the timing at which the pseudo-game specific notification is performed on the game identification lamp 82 or the like and the timing at which the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is turned on are different, there is an expectation that the pseudo-game will be started and an advantage. It is possible to disperse the period and the expectation that AT will be started in a timely manner. Further, since the timing at which the pseudo game specific notification ends and the timing at which the advantageous period notification lamp 80 is turned off are different in the game identification lamp 82 or the like, both the pseudo game ends and the advantageous period ends. Is notified at the same time, and it is possible to prevent the player's expectations from being greatly discouraged. Further, it is possible to disperse the attention of the player to each of the game specifying lamp 82 and the like and the advantageous period notification lamp 80 in a timely manner, and it is possible to reduce the possibility that the player misses them.

(5-3) Conventionally, there is a gaming machine that notifies an operation mode advantageous to a player by a notification means controlled by a main control means. However, in such a gaming machine, in the case of performing a pseudo game which is an effect using a reel, if the advantageous operation mode is notified by the notification means as in the case where the pseudo game is not performed, the pseudo game is performed. However, there is a risk that the player may be misunderstood as if it were a real game, or it may be unclear whether it is a pseudo game or a main game, which may lead to confusion.

Therefore, in the slot machine 1 in the above embodiment, the timing of notifying the mode of the stop operation on the notification display 60 when the specific condition that triggers the execution of the pseudo game is satisfied during AT is set in FIG. As shown in the pseudo-game of "N game", the timing related to the start of the random delay process after the end of the pseudo-game is not the timing that overlaps with the timing at which the pseudo-game identification notification is performed on the game identification lamp 82 or the like. (Timing, timings 1 to 3 and the like in the embodiment of FIG. 23 (b)). In this case, the timing for ending the pseudo-game specific notification is the timing of the embodiment in FIG. 25 (b), and is not the timing 1 to 4 shown in FIG. 25 (b).

As a result, even though the pseudo game identification notification is performed on the game identification lamp 82 or the like, the notification display 60 does not notify the mode of the stop operation. As a result, it is possible to prevent the game from being misunderstood or confused as if it were a real game even though it is a pseudo game. Further, after the pseudo game is completed, the stop operation is performed on the notification display 60 at least in the preparation stage of the main game related to the random delay process preparing to start the main game and at least until the stop is enabled. The aspect is displayed. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from accidentally performing the stop operation first by the time the mode of the stop operation is notified. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player's profit from being reduced.

(5-4) In the above (5-3), the timing at which the navigation effect is performed on the liquid crystal display 27 in correspondence with the display of the mode of the stop operation on the notification display 60 is set to “N” in FIG. As shown in the pseudo-game of "Game Eye", the timing related to the start of the random delay process after the end of the pseudo-game is not the timing that overlaps with the timing at which the pseudo-game identification notification is performed on the game identification lamp 82 or the like ( Step S126 of FIG. 15, timing related to (corresponding to) the start of random delay processing after the end of the pseudo game, for example, the timing at which reel rotation is started, the timing at which reel rotation is started and the steady rotation speed is reached. , Any timing such as the timing when the stop operation is enabled).

As a result, the liquid crystal display 27 does not notify the mode of the stop operation even though the pseudo game identification notification is performed on the game identification lamp 82. As a result, it is possible to prevent the game from being misunderstood or confused as if it were a real game even though it is a pseudo game. Further, after the pseudo game is completed, the mode of the stop operation on the liquid crystal display 2 is at least in the preparation stage of the main game related to the random delay process preparing to start the main game and at least until the stop is enabled. Is displayed. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from accidentally performing the stop operation first by the time the mode of the stop operation is notified. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player's profit from being reduced.

(6) In the above slot machine 1, as shown in steps S09 to S11 of FIG. 5, the pseudo game is not in the bonus and when the set number of bets is not 2 bets (specifically, 3 bets). It becomes feasible at the time of betting). When the bonus is in progress or the set number of bets is two, it is determined as YES in step S09, so that the pseudo game is executed even if a specific condition is satisfied. Not done. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by making it possible to execute the pseudo game in a state other than during the bonus. In addition, it is possible to recommend a three-card betting game to the player so that the pseudo game is executed. Further, in this case, during the two-card bet or during the bonus, the player cannot expect much acquisition of the game medium as compared with the three-card bet, and the pseudo game does not occur in the low expectation state. By doing so, it is possible to prevent such dissatisfaction in advance for the purpose of preventing the dissatisfaction that the player has by inciting the expectation by the pseudo game in the low expectation state.

(7) In the slot machine 1 described above, with respect to the image of the pseudo-game specific notification displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 during the pseudo-game, as described with reference to FIG. 26, a character image such as "during pseudo-game" is displayed. The outer periphery of the band area to be scrolled is surrounded by a single color such as black, and is further defined at a position that does not overlap with the edge (for example, the lower side) of the display area of the liquid crystal display 27. This makes it possible to prevent the image of the pseudo-game specific notification from blending into the background of the game screen and making it difficult to confirm.

Further, the relationship between the length L of the band region, the length M of the character image to be scrolled, and the interval N of the character images is defined to be (M + N) ≦ L / 2. Therefore, in the pseudo game specific notification image, regardless of the scroll position of the character image, the scrolled character image is displayed from the start point (suspicion) to the end point (middle) of the character image. The existing character image will always be included. As a result, the entire character image can be visually recognized by the player regardless of the scrolling timing. In a gaming machine where a pseudo game may be executed in a conventional gaming machine, the difference between the pseudo game and the main game should be clearly understood so that the pseudo game and the main game are not mistaken for each other. However, by devising the display mode of the image of the pseudo-game specific notification as described in (7), it is possible to prevent misidentification.

(8) In the slot machine 1 described above, as shown in FIG. 15, it is possible to execute a navigation effect or the like during a simulated game (step S121), and the navigation is possible even during a normal game in which the simulated game does not occur. The effect can be executed (step S126). As shown in steps S130 and S131, the navigation effect during the normal game ends when the operation error occurs. On the other hand, in the navigation effect and the like during the simulated game, the processing corresponding to steps S130 and S131 is not performed between steps S122 to S124, so even if an operation error occurs, the navigation effect and the like will continue thereafter. continue. That is, it is stipulated that the navigation effect during the simulated game can be handled differently from the navigation effect during the normal game. Conventionally, there has been a demand for an increase in the player's willingness to participate in a pseudo-game in a gaming machine in which a pseudo-game may be executed. As a result, variations such as navigation effects displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 can be increased. It is possible to improve the interest of the game. Further, by making the mode of the navigation effect different, the difference between the pseudo game and the main game (normal game) can be grasped by the difference in the navigation effect.

(9) In the above slot machine 1, the values of various counters used for calculating the advantageous period stay ratio, the bonus ratio, the bonus status ratio, the indicated bonus ratio, etc. are updated, and the advantageous period stay is concerned. The ratio, the bonus ratio, the bonus state ratio, the designated bonus ratio, etc. are not calculated during the pseudo game process in step S11, the reel activation process (including the random delay process) in step S15, or the like. , As shown in step S20 of FIG. 5, this is performed in the processing after all the reels have stopped (for example, the payout processing). As a result, the processing load can be distributed. Conventionally, the pseudo game is performed as a part of the main game, but when the number of games, the payout, and the number of games are updated by the pseudo stop in the pseudo game or the display result stopped by the pseudo stop, various counters display accurate values. Where there is a risk that counting and calculation will not be possible, it is possible to prevent such a risk by not updating various counters in the simulated game.

(10) In the above-mentioned slot machine 1, an embodiment (FIG.) of notifying that the stop enable lamp, which is an LED mounted inside the operation unit of each of the stop switches 21L to 21R, is stopped and enabled during the main game. Step S72) of 8 is different from the mode of notifying that the stop is enabled during the simulated game (step S44 of FIG. 7). It is required to clearly understand the difference between the pseudo game and the main game so that the pseudo game and the main game are not misunderstood in the game machine where the conventional pseudo game may be executed. However, this makes it possible to prevent misunderstandings and confusion as if it were a main game even though it is a pseudo game, even from the aspect of the stoptable lamp.

(11) The game identification lamp 82 that performs pseudo game identification notification in the slot machine 1 can notify that AT is in progress or CZ vaginal cum shot is in progress by changing the lighting mode. Conventionally, it has been required to clearly understand the difference between the pseudo game and the main game so that the pseudo game and the main game are not misunderstood in the game machine where the pseudo game may be executed. However, this makes it possible to effectively utilize the limited space of the front door 5 while being equipped with the game specifying lamp 82 that can clearly grasp that the game is a pseudo game.

(12) In the above slot machine 1, as shown in FIG. 22A and the like, while the reels are pseudo-stopped, the random delay processing is started and the reel rotation is delayed. Also outputs an excitation signal at regular intervals to cause slight vibrations. Conventionally, reel control different from that of the main game has been required during the simulated game, and as a result, the player has been pseudo-stopped until the reel rotation is actually started in the main game. You can notify that.

(13) In the slot machine 1 described above, when a navigation effect or the like is executed during the simulated game shown in FIG. 21 (b) and a stop operation matching the navigation effect or the like is performed (in FIG. 21). BAR alignment: at the time of success), as shown in FIG. 21 (e), the mode of the stop operation is displayed on the notification display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27, whereas the stop operation that matches the navigation effect and the like is displayed. When the above cannot be performed (BAR irregularity in FIG. 21: failure), as shown in FIG. 21 (f), the mode of the stop operation is displayed on the notification display 60 at the start of the random delay, and the liquid crystal display is displayed. After the resurrection notification is performed on the display 27, the process shifts to FIG. 21 (e). Conventionally, it has been required to improve the player's willingness to participate in the simulated game. This can prevent the player from having an advantage / disadvantage depending on the mode of the stop operation during the simulated game, and at the time of failure. Even so, the expectation for a resurrection can be maintained.

(14) In the slot machine 1 described above, a simulated game can be executed even during a normal game during a non-random game period in which the payout rate is less than 1 (see FIG. 18), and the payout rate is 1 or more. When a pseudo game is executed during AT, which is the payout period, as shown in FIG. 16 “N game” and FIG. 23 (b), it is for notification at a timing related to the start of random delay processing. The display 60 displays the mode of the stop operation. Conventionally, there has been a demand for ingenuity in the utilization of simulated games, and this suggests that it is a ball-out period.

(15) In the slot machine 1 described above, when the power is cut off and restored during the simulated game, it is determined in step S61 and the like in FIG. 8 that the power is restored during the simulated game, and a random delay such as step S62 is performed. Wait processing is performed. As a result, it is possible to prevent the stop activation in this game from being performed while the positional relationship of the reels maintains a predetermined relationship. Further, as shown in step S47 of FIG. 7, during the pseudo game, the pseudo game can be terminated in the middle by performing the pseudo cancel operation. Also in this case, it is determined in step S61 and the like in FIG. 8 that the game is after the pseudo game, and the random delay process is performed in the same manner as after the power failure is restored during the pseudo game. In conventional gaming machines, it is required to reduce the processing load. This enables pseudo-cancellation without adding new processing, and the positional relationship of the reels remains even after the pseudo-cancellation. It is possible to prevent the stop activation in this game from being performed while maintaining a predetermined relationship.

(16) In the above slot machine 1, as shown in steps S48 and S49 of FIG. 7, when a predetermined time (for example, 5 minutes or the like) has elapsed from the start of the simulated game, the rotating reel is forced. Pseudo stop. When the pseudo stop is forcibly stopped, the pseudo stop is performed in the optimum manner for the player. Conventionally, there is a risk that the pseudo game will be prolonged and affect the progress of the main game, but this will not cause any disadvantage to the player, but the progress of the game will be performed by the pseudo game. Can be prevented from becoming stagnant.

(17) In the slot machine 1 described above, as shown in step S109 of FIG. 14, when the simulated game is completed, the game specifying lamp 82 is controlled in a manner corresponding to the state before the start of the simulated game. As a result, when the state before the start of the pseudo game is during AT, it is controlled in the AT mode, and when the state before the start of the pseudo game is advantageous and general, it is controlled to the non-lighting state.

(18) In the slot machine 1 described above, as shown in FIG. 25, the end timing of the pseudo game specific notification is the timing at which the start lever is operated (the timing before the random delay processing is started). Not limited to this, any of the timings 1 to 4 related to the operation of the start lever may be used. As a result, even after the random delay processing is started, the pseudo-game specific notification can be continuously displayed, so that the expectation for the continuation of the pseudo-game (second pseudo-game, etc.) can be maintained. can.

(19) In the above slot machine 1, as described in FIG. 17 (c), as the image displayed when the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game, only the symbol stopped on the winning line NL is displayed. However, it is permissible to display an image related to a symbol that has not been stopped on the winning line NL. On the other hand, when the symbol combination is displayed in this game, it is possible to display the image related to the symbol stopped on the winning line NL, but the image related to the symbol not stopped on the winning line NL can be displayed. It cannot be displayed. Therefore, it is possible to increase the variation of the image displayed when the symbol combination is pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game.

(20) In the above slot machine 1, when it is determined in steps S123 and S124 of FIG. 15 that a predetermined time (for example, 3 minutes) has elapsed from the previous operation during the simulated game, "let's make a pseudo stop! ”, Which is a pseudo-stop operation promotion effect. On the other hand, in steps S128 and S129 of FIG. 15, when it is determined that a predetermined time (for example, 1 minute) has elapsed from the previous operation during the main game, a stop operation such as "Let's stop the reels!" A promotion effect (a mode different from the pseudo stop operation promotion effect) is performed. Conventionally, it has been required not to misidentify a pseudo game and a main game, but this causes a misunderstanding as if it is a main game even though it is a pseudo game even by a promotion effect. It is possible to prevent it from being embraced or causing confusion. The mode of the pseudo stop operation promotion effect and the mode of the stop operation promotion effect may be the same.

(21) In the above slot machine 1, a game identification lamp 82, which is a device different from the advantageous period notification lamp 60, is mounted, and the game identification lamp 82 performs pseudo game identification notification. Conventionally, it has been required not to misidentify a pseudo game and a main game, but this is advantageous because it becomes a dedicated device for notifying the advantageous period notification lamp 60 that it is an advantageous period. It is possible to prevent problems such as the player becoming difficult to understand whether or not it is a period.

<About AT game number notification production>
In the slot machine 1 described above, the number of AT games is given when controlled by AT, and the number of AT games may be added during AT. In the slot machine 1, when the number of AT games is given or added (also collectively referred to as granting or the like), an effect of notifying the number of AT games to be given or the like is executed. Specifically, the sub CPU 71 notifies the number of AT games to be given or added by executing the AT game number notification process included in the effect control process based on the command from the main control board 63. Perform the production.

The AT game number notification effect includes a single notification effect (for example, "+50 GET" display or enlarged display, etc.) for notifying the number of AT games to be given at one time, and a multiple notification effect (for example, "for example," depending on the operation. +1 "," +1 "," +1 "... and those notified multiple times, etc.) are provided. The multiple notification effect is given after notifying a number smaller than the number of AT games given by lottery, etc., multiple times in response to the fulfillment of predetermined conditions such as the operation of the chance switch 81F. It is an effect of notifying the total number of AT games to be played, and is an effect of notifying the number of AT games, which is a privilege given based on a single hit operation, a continuous hit operation, or a long press operation to the chance switch 81F. As a specific example of the multiple notification effect that can be executed in the slot machine 1, the first example will be described with reference to FIGS. 27 and 28, and the second example will be described with reference to FIGS. 29 and 30. The multiple-time notification effect exemplifies an effect performed in one game, but is not limited to this, and may be an effect performed over a plurality of games. Similarly, the one-shot notification effect may be an effect performed in one game, or may be an effect performed over a plurality of games.

FIG. 27 is a flowchart for explaining the multiple-time notification effect execution process for executing the multiple-time notification effect among the AT game number notification processes. The multiple notification effect execution process is, for example, when the number of AT games is given according to a predetermined lottery result, and when it is determined to execute the multiple notification effect as the AT game number notification effect. Will be executed. More specifically, the multiple notification effect execution process may be executed triggered by the third stop operation (stop operation), and may be a bet number setting operation or an operation to the start switch (game start operation). ) May be the trigger. That is, the multiple notification effect may be executed triggered by the third stop operation (stop operation) when the number of AT games is given, or the bet number setting operation or the start switch. It may be executed triggered by the operation of (game start operation).

Further, FIG. 28 is a diagram for explaining a display example of the liquid crystal display 27 when the notification effect is executed a plurality of times. In addition, in FIGS. 27 and 28, the addition effect when "50" is added as the number of AT games during AT (the number of remaining AT games is 100) will be described as an example of the multiple notification effect.

In step S200 of FIG. 27, the start display is performed and the notification effect is started a plurality of times. FIG. 28A is a display example when the start display is performed and the notification effect is started a plurality of times. In the upper left area of the liquid crystal display 27, a message such as "addition time" indicating that the addition is being produced is displayed, and in the lower left area, a button image described as "PUSH" corresponding to the chance switch 81F is displayed. A message such as "continuous hit" is displayed, and "LAST: 100" is displayed as the current number of remaining AT games in the upper right area. Further, in the central region of the liquid crystal display 27, a message such as "start" is displayed as a start display. As a result, it is possible to notify the player that the additional effect is started when the number of remaining AT games is "100" and to urge the player to repeatedly hit the chance switch 81F.

During the multiple notification effect in the first example, as shown in FIG. 28 (b), a game number image such as "+1" as an additional image is displayed at the appearance position (predetermined position), and the time elapses. Correspondingly, the game number image is moved and displayed above the liquid crystal display 27 in a certain movement mode (for example, linear movement at a predetermined speed, etc.) (see the dotted arrow) to reach the disappearance position (specific position). The game number movement display to be hidden can be executed in response to an operation (continuous hitting, long press operation, etc.) on the chance switch 81F. The appearance position (predetermined position) and the disappearance position (specific position) are predetermined positions shown in FIG. 28 (b) in the display area of the liquid crystal display 27. Further, the "start" image, which is a start display, is defined to be displayed in an area that overlaps with the appearance position. Therefore, when the game number image is displayed at the appearance position while the "start" image is displayed, the "start" image and the game number image are superimposed, which is shown in FIG. 28 (b). As such, the number of games image is displayed in preference to the "start" image.

Number of games The number of games shown by the image is a number of games smaller than the number of AT games given (for example, "+1", "+3", etc.). During the multiple notification effect, the game number movement display can be executed a plurality of times until the total number of games notified by the game number image reaches the assigned AT game number.

Returning to FIG. 27, in step S201, it is determined whether or not the chance switch 81F is being pressed for a long time. The long press operation means, for example, an operation of continuously detecting the chance switch 81F to be ON for a predetermined time (0.5 seconds, etc.) or longer. When it is not determined that the long press operation is in progress, it is determined in step S202 whether or not the chance switch 81F has been pressed. The pressing operation means, for example, an operation in which the chance switch 81F is detected to be OFF by the time when a predetermined time elapses after the chance switch 81F is detected to be ON. When it is not determined that the pressing operation is performed, that is, when the chance switch 81F is not operated, the process proceeds to step S205 described later.

On the other hand, when it is determined in step S201 that the long press operation is in progress, or when it is determined in step S202 that the press operation is being performed, that is, when the chance switch 81F is operated, this time a plurality of times in step S203. It is determined whether or not a certain time (for example, 0.2 seconds) or more has elapsed since the game number movement display was started (the game number image is displayed) most recently during the notification effect. When the game number movement display has not yet been started (when the chance switch 81F has not been operated) in the multiple notification effect this time, it is determined in step S203 that a certain time or more has elapsed. Further, when the game number movement display is started at least once in the multiple notification effect this time, in step S203, it is determined whether or not a certain time or more has passed since the start of the immediately preceding game number movement display. Will be done.

When it is not determined in step S203 that a certain time or more has elapsed, the interval is too short, so the process proceeds to step S205 described later without performing step S204. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S203 that a certain time or more has elapsed, the game number movement display shown in FIG. 28B is started in step S204. As a result, when the chance switch 81F is being pressed for a long time or when the pressing operation is performed, the game number movement display can be started when a certain time has elapsed from the previous time and a certain interval can be secured. Starting the game number movement display specifically means displaying the game number image at the appearance position. When the game number movement display is started, the game number image is displayed at the appearance position, and after that, the game number image is moved and displayed toward the upper disappearance position according to the passage of time. In addition, without performing the determination process of step S203, for example, when the chance switch 81F is being pressed for a long time or is pressed (when YES is determined in step S201 or step S202), the process proceeds to step S204. The game number movement display may be started.

The game number image in the game number movement display is drawn in the highest priority layer that is displayed with priority over any other image at the start time, and is moved and displayed in a certain movement mode. That is, the game number image in the game number movement display is always drawn in the highest priority layer at the start time regardless of whether or not it is superimposed on any other image. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 28 (c), the game number image displayed when the game number movement display is started is displayed with priority over, for example, an image such as "start" which is a start display. As a result, other predetermined images such as the "start" image can be displayed in the area where the game number image can be displayed and the appearance position can be superimposed, so that the start display is clearly notified, but the "start" image is used. It is possible to prevent the visibility of the game number image from being lowered, and it is possible to prevent the occurrence of a problem that the game number image cannot be displayed.

Further, the game number image in the game number movement display moves in a certain movement mode toward the disappearance position after being displayed at the appearance position even when another predetermined image such as the "start" image is not displayed. Is displayed. As a result, the game number image can be displayed without causing relevance to other predetermined images such as the "start" image, and the game number image is moved and displayed in different modes depending on the presence or absence of the predetermined image, which is difficult for the player to understand. It is possible to prevent it from happening.

The game number image of the game number movement display started by step S204 may be an image suggesting a predetermined value (for example, “+1”), and may be a plurality of images smaller than the assigned AT game number. It may be an image suggesting a value determined in step S204 each time by a random number lottery from the values (for example, "+1", "+3", "+10", etc.). Further, when the game number movement display is started in step S204, the value suggested by the game number image is added to the current remaining AT game number and displayed by the time the game number image of the game number movement display is displayed. NS. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 28 (c), the number of remaining AT games is updated and displayed in "LAST: 101".

In step S205, it is determined whether or not the predetermined end timing of the multiple notification effect has been reached. The end timing is a timing at which a predetermined upper limit time of the effect has elapsed from the start of the multiple notification effect, a timing at which an operation for advancing the game (start operation, stop switch operation, etc.) is accepted, and the like. When it is not determined in step S205 that the end timing has been reached, whether or not all the AT games "50" added this time in step S206 have been notified (for example) by the game number image (for example). It is determined whether the total number of games notified by the number of games image such as "+1" has reached "50"). When it is not determined in step S206 that all notifications have been made (that is, when there is an unnotified portion), the process proceeds to step S201 again. As a result, the game number movement display can be started during or by pressing and holding the chance switch 81F.

FIG. 28C is also a display example of the timing at which a certain time (for example, 0.2 seconds) has elapsed since the game number movement display was started. Even after a certain period of time, the game number image has only moved to a position where a part of it still overlaps with the appearance position. However, when the chance switch 81F is being pressed for a long time or is pressed, a new game number movement display can be started because a certain period of time has elapsed from the previous game number movement display. Therefore, when the process of step S204 is executed at short intervals, the game number image in the previous game number movement display and the game number image in the new game number movement display are superimposed. It is assumed that the game number image in the game number movement display is moved to a position that does not overlap with the appearance position after a predetermined time (for example, 0.4 seconds) has elapsed after being displayed at the appearance position. Therefore, if the chance switch 81F is operated within a predetermined time (for example, 0.4 seconds) from the start of the latest game number movement display, the game number image in the previous game number movement display and a new one are added. The number of games will be superimposed on the number of games in the moving display. On the other hand, when the chance switch 81F is operated after a predetermined time (for example, 0.4 seconds) has elapsed from the start of the latest game number movement display, the game number image in the new game number movement display comes first. It does not overlap with the game number image in the game number movement display of.

As described in step S204, the game number image in the game number movement display is drawn in the highest priority layer that is displayed in preference to any other image at the start time. Therefore, the game number image in the game number movement display may or may not be superimposed on the game number image or the like in the previous game number movement display, and any other image (for example, the previous game) at the start time. It is drawn in the highest priority layer that is displayed with priority over (including the game number image in the number movement display). As a result, as shown in FIG. 28D, the game in the new game number movement display has priority over the game number image in the previous game number movement display (game number image shown in FIG. 28C). Several images are displayed at the appearance position.

Further, as described in step S204, the number of games in the game number movement display is irrespective of whether or not the game number image in the previous game number movement display and the game number image in the new game number movement display are superimposed. After being displayed, the image will be moved and displayed in a certain movement mode. As a result, both move toward the disappearance position in the same movement mode while maintaining the mode in which the game number image in the new game number movement display is displayed in preference to the game number image in the previous game number movement display. Then, when the game number image in the previous game number movement display reaches the disappearance position (see FIG. 28 (e)), it is hidden (see FIGS. 28 (e) to 28 (f)). Even after the game number image in the previous game number movement display is hidden, the game number image in the new game number movement display shown in FIG. 28 (e) is moved and displayed in a certain movement mode, and is moved to the disappearance position. It becomes hidden when it reaches.

As a result, during the multiple notification production, the game number image in the game number movement display can be displayed according to the operation to the chance switch 81F until all the assigned AT game numbers are notified. It is possible to give the player an uplifting feeling that he / she does not know how many times (how long) the display of several images will continue. Further, even when the game number image in the previous game number movement display and the game number image in the new game number movement display are superimposed, the new game number image is preferentially displayed, so that the new game number image is displayed. The number of games The image can be surely recognized by the player. In addition, since a part of the previous game number image can be continuously recognized, it is possible to prevent the player from misunderstanding that the previous game number image may have disappeared. Further, the number of games is increased by moving the new game number image and the previous game number image in the same movement mode as compared with the one in which the game number images are moved and displayed in different modes depending on whether or not they are superimposed. Since the images can be recognized in an easy-to-understand manner, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of problems such as the inability to grasp the number of games. Further, in the multiple notification effect in the first example, since the game number image is displayed at a predetermined appearance position and then moved and displayed toward the predetermined disappearance position, the appearance position and the disappearance position change. It is possible to make the player recognize in an easy-to-understand manner as compared with what is done.

Further, the amount of movement from when each of the new game number image and the previous game number image is displayed at the appearance position until the disappearance position is reached and is hidden is the same predetermined amount as when not superimposed (FIG. 28 (FIG. 28). The amount from the appearance position to the disappearance position shown in b)). As a result, neither the previous game number image nor the new game number image is moved by the same predetermined amount as when the new game number image is not superimposed. It is possible to prevent the occurrence of problems such as overlooking.

As described above, the number of remaining AT games is added and updated by the time a new game number movement display is started. Therefore, it is assumed that the number of remaining AT games is updated and displayed in "LAST: 102" as shown in FIG. 28 (d) by the time when the new game number movement display is started. As a result, by checking the image of the number of remaining AT games (“LAST”) when the image of the number of games in the game number movement display is displayed, the number of remaining AT games after the image of the number of games is added is confirmed. It is possible to improve the convenience of the player.

FIGS. 28 (d) to 28 (f) show an example in which two game number images of the game number movement display are displayed, but depending on whether the chance switch 81F is being pressed for a long time or the timing of the pressing operation, etc. It may occur that three or more game number images are displayed. FIG. 28 (g) is a display example in which four game number images are displayed. In this case as well, as in FIGS. 28 (d) to 28 (f), whether or not the newly started game number image of the game number movement display is displayed with priority over any of the other images and is superimposed. Regardless of this, each of the plurality of game number images is moved and displayed in a certain movement mode and is hidden when the disappearance position is reached. In this way, by continuously repeating the operation of operating the chance switch 81F from the start of the latest game number movement display until a predetermined time (for example, 0.4 seconds) elapses, a plurality of game number images can be displayed. Since it can be displayed in a dense manner, it is possible to give the player the impression that the number of games is displayed more than the number of images of the number of games actually displayed, and the feeling of exhilaration can be further enhanced. .. The number of remaining AT games is updated and displayed in "LAST: 106" by the time the fourth new game number movement display in FIG. 28 (g) is started.

On the other hand, when it is determined in step S205 that the end timing has been reached, or when it is determined in step S206 that all the added amount has been notified, in step S207, the AT given this time after displaying the completion as a special image is performed. The total number of games is displayed, and the notification effect processing is terminated multiple times.

FIG. 28 (h) shows a display example of the completion display. As the completion display, the entire display area of the liquid crystal display 27 is used, and an effect image as if an explosion has occurred is displayed for a predetermined time. At this time, the display of the number of remaining AT games is also hidden. FIG. 28 (i) shows a display example of the result notification of the multiple notification effect of this time. As a result notification, a numerical image such as "+50" is displayed below the message such as "total" as the total number of this time. As a result, it is possible to notify the player that "50" has been added. Further, by displaying the completion immediately before the total number is notified, it can be suggested that the total number will be notified soon, and the degree of attention of the player can be improved.

In the first example shown in FIG. 28, an example in which one position is defined for each of the appearance position and the disappearance position of the game number image has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the appearance position includes a plurality of positions. For example, the first position and the second position having the following relationship may be defined. The first position and the second position are, for example, positions in which the number of games image displayed in the first position and the number of games image displayed in the second position are superimposed (for example, the number of games). The image may be displayed with a slight (partially superimposed) shift on the left and right or top and bottom). Further, the plurality of positions that can be the appearance positions are positions that can always be superimposed on the game number image displayed at the reference position with respect to a certain position, and do not overlap with the game number image displayed at the reference position. It may be defined so as not to include the position where it will be lost. As a result, the player can confirm the added image displayed by directing the line of sight to the vicinity of the first position or the second position (or the reference position), so that it can be prevented from being overlooked. In this case, the disappearance position is a position that is, for example, a predetermined amount above the position according to the position where the game number image appears.

Further, the plurality of positions that can be the appearance positions include not only the positions that can be superimposed on the game number image displayed at the reference position but also the positions that are not superimposed on the game number image displayed at the reference position with respect to a certain position. It may be a position within a relatively wide range including. Even in this case, the disappearance position is, for example, a position above the position by a predetermined amount according to the position where the game number image appears. A plurality of notification effects in which the appearance position and the disappearance position are determined in this way will be described with reference to FIGS. 29 and 30 as a second example.

FIG. 29 is a flowchart for explaining the multiple notification effect execution process in the second example. Further, FIG. 30 is a diagram for explaining a display example of the liquid crystal display 27 when the notification effect is executed a plurality of times in the second example. In addition, also in FIGS. 29 and 30, similarly to FIGS. 28 and the like, the additional effect when "50" is added as the number of AT games during AT (the number of remaining AT games is 100) is notified a plurality of times. It will be described as an example.

In the multiple notification effect in the second example, as compared with the first example shown in FIG. 27 and the like, the game number movement display is executed according to the operation (continuous hitting, long press operation, etc.) on the chance switch 81F. Although it is common in that it is possible, the appearance position where the display of the game number image is started is one of the predetermined areas (multiple positions) for each game number movement display, and the disappearance position also appears for each game number movement display. It differs in that it is a position (multiple positions) that is a predetermined amount above the position.

Specifically, among the multiple notification effect execution processes shown in FIG. 29, steps S200 to S203 and steps S205 to S206 are performed in the same manner as the corresponding steps in FIG. 28, while in step S203 for a certain period of time. When it is determined that the above has elapsed, step S204'shown in FIG. 29 is executed. Therefore, when the multiple notification effect in the second example shown in FIG. 29 or the like is started, the same screen as in FIG. 28A is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27, and then the operation to the chance switch 81F ( In response to the repeated hits, long press operation, etc.), the game number image is displayed from any position in the predetermined area that can be the appearance position, and the game number movement display is started.

In step S204', the appearance position is determined from within a predetermined area by random number lottery or the like for each game number movement display. It should be noted that the appearance position is not only specified based on a table in which the display position is predetermined in the display order within the predetermined area, or a table in which the display position is predetermined in the display order is used, as well as being displayed. Regardless of the order, the appearance position may be specified by a random number lottery from within a predetermined area. As a predetermined region that can be the appearance position, the region A surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line is defined in FIG. 30 (a). As the region that can be the extinction position, a region B that includes a position that is a predetermined amount above the predetermined region and is surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line is defined in FIG. 30 (a). In FIG. 30 (a), the region B surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line is shown wider in the left-right direction than the region A surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line, but this is for the purpose of clearly showing each region on the drawing. It is only shown broadly, and both areas are of the same size.

The region A surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line and the region B surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line are defined to include regions that can be superimposed as shown in FIG. 30 (a), respectively. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the region A surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line and the region B surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line may be defined so as not to include the overlapping region. Further, the area A surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line and the area B surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line are a message image such as "addition time" indicating that the addition effect of the upper left area is being performed, and "PUSH" in the lower left area, respectively. It is stipulated not to superimpose any of the described button image, the message image such as "continuous hit", and the image of the current number of remaining AT games in the upper right area. However, not limited to this, the area A surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line and the area B surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line are a message image such as "addition time" indicating that the addition of the upper left area is being produced, and the "addition time" in the lower left area. It may be defined to include an area that overlaps with any of a button image described as "PUSH", a message image such as "continuous hit", and an image of the current number of remaining AT games in the upper right area. Is displayed with priority given to the number of games image over the message image and the like.

In the area A surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line shown in FIG. 30, the position above the predetermined amount does not fit within the display area of the liquid crystal display 27, and the liquid crystal display is displayed until the game number image moves to the position above the predetermined amount. The area is defined so that it may be hidden by being outside the display area of the device 27. For example, when the upper end of the game number image is displayed at a position corresponding to the upper edge line of the area A surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line and the game number movement display is started, until the game number image moves upward by a predetermined amount. It moves out of the display area of the liquid crystal display 27 and is hidden. The area A that can be the appearance position is not limited to this, and the position above the predetermined amount is within the display area of the liquid crystal display 27, and the game number image is displayed and moved to the position above the predetermined amount. It may be defined so that the display can be completed within the display area of the liquid crystal display 27.

When the game number movement display is started, the game number image is displayed in the area A surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line shown in FIG. 30, and the display is not started in the area other than the area A. .. Therefore, when the game number movement display is started, the entire image of the game number image (for example, the entire image of "+1") is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27. For this reason, for example, a game number image is displayed in the upper end portion of the display area of the liquid crystal display 27, and a part of the image (for example, the upper portion of the image "+1") is missing (not displayed). It is not displayed in. This is because if the display is started with a part of the game number image missing, the number of added games cannot be grasped (specified) and the interest in the multiple notification production may be reduced. be. As described above, in order to prevent a part of the game number image from being displayed in an invisible state, the area where the game number image is displayed in a complete state is secured as the area A. Further, the area A where the display of the number of games image is started is an area for displaying the total number of games in the multiple notification effect, and another effect for notifying the number of AT games given or the like (first). This is superimposed on the area for displaying the total number of games in an effect that does not involve repeated hits, for example, a single-shot notification effect, etc., as in the example of the above and the second example.

In FIG. 30A, for a certain game number movement display, after the game number image m is displayed at the appearance position 1, the game number image m is moved upward by a predetermined amount in a fixed movement mode according to the passage of time. For the example of displaying and hiding by reaching the disappearance position 1 corresponding to the appearance position 1 and the other game number movement display, the time has passed since the game number image n was displayed at the appearance position 2. Accordingly, an example is shown in which the game number image n is moved and displayed upward by a predetermined amount in a fixed movement mode, and is hidden by reaching the disappearance position 2 corresponding to the appearance position 2.

Further, the "start" image, which is a start display, is defined to be displayed in a region that overlaps with a predetermined region that can be an appearance position, as in FIG. 28. Therefore, when the game number image is displayed at the appearance position while the "start" image is displayed, the "start" image and the game number image may be superimposed. However, in step S204', similarly to step S204, the game number image in the game number movement display is drawn in the highest priority layer regardless of the presence or absence of other images at the start time, and is moved and displayed in a certain movement mode. NS. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 30A, the game number image m and the game number image n displayed when the game number movement display is started have priority over, for example, an image such as “start” which is a start display. Is displayed. As a result, other predetermined images such as the "start" image can be displayed in the area where the game number image can be displayed and the appearance position can be superimposed, so that the start display is clearly notified, but the "start" image is used. It is possible to prevent the visibility of the game number image from being lowered, and it is possible to prevent the occurrence of a problem that the game number image cannot be displayed.

Further, the game number image in the game number movement display is displayed at the appearance position and then toward the disappearance position corresponding to the appearance position even when another predetermined image such as the "start" image is not displayed. The movement is displayed in a certain movement mode. As a result, the game number image can be displayed without causing relevance to other predetermined images such as the "start" image, and the game number image is moved and displayed in different modes depending on the presence or absence of the predetermined image, which is difficult for the player to understand. It is possible to prevent it from happening.

The game number image of the game number movement display started by step S204'may be an image suggesting a predetermined value (for example, “+1”), and is larger than the number of AT games given or the like. It may be an image suggesting a value determined in step S204'in each case by a random number lottery from a plurality of small values (for example, "+1", "+3", "+10", etc.).

The game number image of the game number movement display in the second example appears from any of the predetermined areas and is moved and displayed to the disappearance position. Therefore, regardless of the time elapsed since the latest game number movement display was started (when a predetermined time (for example, 0.4 seconds) has elapsed, when the elapsed time is the same time, the operation interval is the same interval. (Even if it is), the game number image in the previously started game number movement display and the game number image in the newly started new game number movement display may or may not be superimposed. Can occur. When the game number image in the previous game number movement display and the game number image in the new game number movement display are superimposed, as described in step S204', the game number image in the game number movement display is at the start time. It is drawn in the highest priority layer that is displayed in preference to any other image (including the game number image in the previous game number movement display). As a result, even when superimposed on the game number image in the previous game number movement display, the game number image in the new game number movement display is displayed with priority over the game number image.

Further, as described in step S204', regardless of whether or not the game number image in the previous game number movement display and the game number image in the new game number movement display are superimposed, the game in the game number movement display. After the numerical image is displayed, it will be moved and displayed in a certain movement mode. As a result, both of them correspond to each appearance position in the same movement mode while maintaining the mode in which the game number image in the new game number movement display is displayed in preference to the game number image in the previous game number movement display. It is moved and displayed toward the disappearance position, and is hidden when the game number image in the previous game number movement display reaches the disappearance position. Even after the game number image in the previous game number movement display is hidden, the game number image in the new game number movement display is moved and displayed in a certain movement mode, and is hidden when it reaches the disappearance position. Become.

As a result, during the multiple notification production, the game number image in the game number movement display can be displayed according to the operation to the chance switch 81F until all the assigned AT game numbers are notified. It is possible to give the player an uplifting feeling that he / she does not know how many times (how long) the display of several images will continue. Further, even when the game number image in the previous game number movement display and the game number image in the new game number movement display are superimposed, the new game number image is preferentially displayed, so that the new game number image is displayed. The number of games The image can be surely recognized by the player. In addition, since a part of the previous game number image can be continuously recognized, it is possible to prevent the player from misunderstanding that the previous game number image may have disappeared. Further, the number of games is increased by moving the new game number image and the previous game number image in the same movement mode as compared with the one in which the game number images are moved and displayed in different modes depending on whether or not they are superimposed. Since the images can be recognized in an easy-to-understand manner, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of problems such as the inability to grasp the number of games.

Further, in the multiple notification effect in the second example, the game number image is displayed from any one in the predetermined area for each game number movement display and is moved and displayed to the corresponding disappearance position. Therefore, FIG. 30 (b) shows. As shown, the game number image is displayed over a wide range. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 30A, the predetermined area is a position where the game number image m displayed at the first position and the game number image n displayed at the second position do not overlap. It includes at least a first position and a second position that are related. That is, in the second example, a new game number image may appear in the area overlapping the area from the appearance position to the disappearance position of the game number image, while disappearing from the appearance position of the game number image. A new game number image may appear in the area up to the position and the area that does not overlap. As a result, by dispersing the line of sight of the player, it is possible to give the player the impression that the number of games is displayed more than the number of images of the number of games actually displayed.

In addition, the amount of movement from when each of the new game number image and the previous game number image is displayed at the appearance position until it reaches the disappearance position corresponding to each and becomes hidden is the same predetermined amount as when not superimposed. (For example, the amount from the appearance position 1 to the disappearance position 1 shown in FIG. 30A). As a result, neither the previous game number image nor the new game number image is moved by the same predetermined amount as when the new game number image is not superimposed. It is possible to prevent the occurrence of problems such as overlooking.

As shown in FIGS. 30 (a) and 30 (b), the number of remaining AT games is maintained at "LAST: 100" at the start of the multiple notification effects, and even if the number of games is moved and displayed. Addition is not updated.

On the other hand, when it is determined in step S205 that the end timing has been reached, or when it is determined in step S206 that all the added amount has been notified, in step S207', the total number of AT games granted this time is displayed. , Ends the notification effect processing multiple times. At the end of the multiple notification effect in the second example, the total number of AT games given this time is displayed as the result notification without performing the completion display shown in FIG. 28 (h). FIG. 30C shows a display example of the result notification of the multiple notification effect of this time. As a result notification, a numerical image such as "+50" is displayed below the message such as "total" as the total number of this time. As a result, it is possible to reliably notify the player that "50" has been added. Even at this point, as shown in FIG. 30 (c), the number of remaining AT games is maintained at "LAST: 100" at the start of the multiple notification effect, and is not added and updated even if the game number movement display is performed. ..

FIG. 30D shows a display example after the result notification in the multiple notification production. After the result is notified (after the multiple notification effects are completed), an image corresponding to the progress of the game (character image in FIG. 30D) is displayed, and at this point, the number of remaining AT games is added and updated. Update to "LAST: 150". As a result, the number of remaining AT games is updated and displayed after the multiple notification effects are completed, not during the multiple notification effects of the second example in which the player's line of sight is dispersed. It can be notified to people in an easy-to-understand manner.

In FIGS. 27 to 30, as the multiple notification effect, an effect accompanied by a moving display of a game number image is illustrated, but the multiple notification effect is not limited to this. As the multiple notification effect, in addition to the ones exemplified in FIGS. 27 to 30, any one of the predetermined areas shown in FIG. After displaying the number of games image at the position, the effect (special effect) that is hidden by enlarging it to a predetermined size (display size) can be executed multiple times. May be good. As a result, it is possible to enrich the variety of effects (modes) when notifying the game number image, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

In the multiple notification effect in the slot machine 1, an example of notifying the number of games to be added to the number of AT games over a plurality of times has been described, but the notification target by the multiple notification effect can be controlled to an advantageous state. The number of games is not limited as long as it suggests the amount to be added to the number of games. It may be present, and when the navigation effect is executed based on the navigation execution ratio, it may be a ratio to be added to the navigation execution ratio as a notification target, and when the navigation effect is executed based on the number of times the navigation is possible. , It may be a ratio to be added to the number of times that navigation is possible as a notification target. Further, as an advantageous state, an AT capable of executing a navigation effect is exemplified, but the present invention is not limited to this, and any state advantageous for the player such as a so-called big bonus, a challenge bonus, and a replay time may be used.

The movement mode of the game number image in the multiple notification effect of the slot machine 1 exemplifies the mode of moving straight upward by a predetermined amount at a predetermined speed, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the course in the movement mode is not limited to one that moves straight upward, and may be one that moves while vibrating or fluctuating left and right or up and down. Further, the speed in the movement mode may be set so as to increase with the passage of time from the start of display. Further, the movement mode of the game number image may be defined so that at least one (movement mode) of the movement speed, the movement amount, the progress mode, and the like is different for each game number movement display. Further, the moving direction is not limited to the upper direction, but may be downward, and may be left-right direction or diagonal direction. In addition, although the example in which the game number movement display of the multiple notification effect is hidden by displaying the game number image and then displaying the game number movement in a predetermined direction (upward) by a predetermined amount has been described, the game is not limited to this. It may be hidden by moving and displaying several images until a predetermined time elapses after displaying them.

In the multiple notification effect in the slot machine 1, the operation to the chance switch 81F is exemplified as a predetermined trigger for displaying the movement of the number of games, but the predetermined trigger is not limited to this and is established when a predetermined time elapses. You may. Further, the example in which one game number movement display is performed each time a predetermined opportunity is established has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a plurality of game number movement display may be performed, and the number of AT games given or the like may be displayed. The number of games to be displayed (the number of games to be displayed) may be determined according to a predetermined opportunity.

In the multiple notification effect in the slot machine 1, an example in which a “start” image is displayed in a region where a “start” image can be superimposed as a predetermined image in connection with the start of the multiple notification effect has been described, but the predetermined image is , The image may be displayed at the timing when the predetermined trigger is established during the multiple notification production. For example, the predetermined image is displayed according to the establishment of the predetermined trigger, and then the game number movement display (display of the game number image). ) May be started. Further, the predetermined image is not limited to the “start” image, but may be a predetermined character image (a predetermined object image such as a person or a tool).

In the first example, the display of the number of remaining AT games during the multiple notification production of the slot machine 1 has been described as an example in which the number of games is added and updated before the movement display of the number of games is started, but the game is not limited to this. It may be added and updated at the same time as the number movement display, when the game number movement display is started and the game number image is hidden, or when a predetermined opportunity (operation to the chance switch 81F) is established. Further, as in the second example, the number of AT games given or the like may be added and updated at the end of the multiple notification effects, and in this case, the number of remaining AT games during the multiple notification effects. May be hidden. Further, in the second example, an example in which the number of AT games given or the like is added and updated at the end of the multiple notification effect is described, but the number of remaining AT games is hidden during the multiple notification effect. It may be, and not limited to this, before the game number movement display during the multiple notification production, at the same time as the game number movement display, or when the game number movement display is started and the game number image is hidden. The number of remaining AT games may be added and updated. Further, in the first example, the example of performing the completion display immediately before notifying the number of AT games given as the result notification has been described, but the result notification may be performed without performing the completion display. In the second example, an example of notifying the number of AT games given as a result notification without performing the completion display has been described, but the result notification may be performed after the completion display is performed.

<Modification example>
It should be considered that the above embodiments are exemplary in all respects and are not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is indicated by the scope of claims and is intended to include all modifications within the meaning and scope equivalent to the scope of claims. The changes to the embodiment are illustrated below.

The end timing of the multiple notification effect in the above embodiment is not limited to that exemplified in relation to step S205. The end timing of the multiple notification effect may be, for example, the timing when the predetermined number of operations of the chance switch 81F is reached. The predetermined number of operations may be a uniform number of operations regardless of the number of AT games actually given. Further, the predetermined number of operations may be the number of operations according to the number of AT games actually given or the like. For example, if the number of additional AT games is 50 games, the number of operations is set to 20 times, and if the number of additional AT games is 100 games, the number of operations is set to 40 times. Often, one of a plurality of types of operations is performed according to the distribution rate according to the number of additional AT games (the larger the number of AT games given, the higher the ratio determined to be the larger number, etc.). May be the one that determines.

Further, the end timing of the multiple notification effect may be, for example, the timing at which a predetermined number of games is notified by the game number image. The predetermined number of games may be the number of AT games actually given or the like, or the number of games according to the number of AT games actually given or the like (for example, the AT games actually given or the like). The number of games corresponding to 80% of the number, etc.) may be used. Further, the predetermined number of games may be a uniform number of games regardless of the number of AT games actually given or the like. Further, the predetermined number of games may be the number of games according to the number of AT games actually given or the like. For example, when the number of additional AT games is 50 games, the predetermined number of games is set to 40 games, and when the number of additional AT games is 100 games, the predetermined number of games is set to 80 games. Also, the distribution rate according to the number of additional AT games (the larger the number of AT games given, the more the number of games is determined as the predetermined number of games). One of a plurality of types of games may be determined according to the number of games (higher one, etc.). If it is determined in step S205 whether or not the timing has been reached, including the timing when the number of games predetermined by the number of games image is notified in the end timing of the multiple notification effect, in step S205. When it is determined as NO, the process may proceed to step S201 without performing the determination in step S206.

In the multiple notification effect in the above embodiment, a predetermined sound effect may be output from the speakers 31L and 31R when the game number movement display is started (that is, the game number image is displayed). Further, the predetermined sound effect may be different depending on the number of games (degree of advantage) notified by the displayed number of games image. For example, when displaying a game number image such as "+1", a predetermined sound (for example, "butsu") is output, whereas when displaying a game number image such as "+10", a special sound (for example, """ is output. You may want to output "vacuum"). Further, the timing at which the predetermined sound effect is output may be the timing linked to the start of the game number movement display (that is, the display of the game number image), and may be when the predetermined opportunity is established. As predetermined triggers, for example, the chance switch 81F is detected to be ON, the chance switch 81F is detected to be ON → OFF, the game number image is displayed, and the movement display of the displayed game number image is started. It suffices as long as it is established by such things. The predetermined sound effect may be output every time the game number movement display is started (that is, the game number image is displayed) in response to the continuous operation of the chance switch 81F. Further, the predetermined sound effect is not always output when the game number movement display is started (that is, the game number movement display is displayed), and when the game number movement display is continuously started, the predetermined sound effect is at predetermined intervals. It may be output. As a result, it is possible to prevent the game number movement display from being continuously performed and the sound being output in duplicate. When the game number movement display is started (that is, the game number image is displayed), a predetermined sound effect is output, but when the game number movement display is finished (that is, the game number image is not displayed). May not be accompanied by sound effect output. As a result, since the sound effect is not output at the end of the game number movement display, it is possible to prevent the display start sound and the display end sound from being output in duplicate, and the game number movement display is started by outputting the sound effect. It is possible to make the player easily recognize that (that is, the image of the number of games is displayed).

Although the example in which the game number image in the game number movement display of the above embodiment is drawn in the highest priority layer that is displayed with priority over any other image at the time of starting the display is described, the game is not limited to this. The number image may be a layer for the game number image and may be drawn in a layer displayed in preference to any image other than the game number image. For example, when the display of the new game number image is started when the previous game number image is already displayed at the time of the display start, the previous game number image and the new game number image are used for the same game number image. It may be drawn in a layer, and if both overlap, an image in which a new game number image overlaps with the previous game number image may be drawn in the layer for the game number image.

In the above embodiment, the game number image such as "+1" is drawn and displayed on the highest priority layer, but it is the highest layer among the layers used for the production during the game. , The slot machine includes an image displayed in a layer (priority layer) higher than the number of games image. For example, when a predetermined error occurs in the slot machine 1, a predetermined error image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27, and the predetermined error image has priority over the game number image in the game number movement display. It is displayed (for example, it is drawn in the error layer that is displayed in preference to the layer in which the game number image is drawn). This makes it possible to prevent the visibility of the error image from being lowered due to the number of games image.

In addition, regarding the image of the navigation effect that notifies the push order when the navigation target role is won and the image of the number of games such as "+1", the image of the navigation effect may be displayed with priority over the image of the number of games. , The image of the number of games may be displayed with priority over the image of the navigation effect, or the image in which one is superimposed on the other may be drawn and displayed on the same layer so as to have either relationship. Further, when the display timings of the navigation effect image and the game number image do not overlap, the other may be displayed in a layer having a higher priority than one, or may be displayed in the same layer. ..

In the above embodiment, an example of displaying a game number image such as "+1" on the highest priority layer for each operation (predetermined opportunity) to the chance switch 81F has been described, but the method is limited to the method of defining the layer to be displayed (drawn). Instead, for example, when drawing in 3D, the Z axis (axis corresponding to overlap and priority) is specified so that the value of the Z axis changes from the front side to the depth side with the passage of time. It is also possible to prioritize (higher) the image of the starting lineup over the image of.

In the above embodiment, when the number of games to be given (for example, the number of additional games) is internally determined in advance such as "+50", the notification effect is executed a plurality of times, but the present invention is not limited to this. , The number of games to be given or the like may be determined each time a predetermined opportunity is established by operating the chance switch 81F, and the number of games may be displayed as a game number image. In this case, every time a predetermined opportunity is established by operating the chance switch 81F or the like, it is decided whether or not to grant the number of games according to the operation or the like (additional continuous lottery, etc.), and it is decided to grant the game. Occasionally, as described above, the number of games to be granted may be determined and displayed.

In the above embodiment, "+1" or the like appears as the number of games to be given based on the operation (predetermined opportunity) to the chance switch 81F, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a predetermined effect (character) is used. Or a predetermined effect) is made to appear based on the operation (predetermined opportunity) to the chance switch 81F so that the previous predetermined effect and the new predetermined effect may or may not be superimposed. You may.

In the above embodiment, when the reel is rotating and the image of the navigation effect is displayed, the above-mentioned multiple notification effect may be executed, but the numbers and the number of games included in the image of the navigation effect may be used. It is desirable that the included numbers have different colors, sizes, fonts, and the like.

(At the start of reel rotation)
An example in which the process of step S15 of FIG. 5 is performed in the main game and the process of step S42 of FIG. 7 is performed in the simulated game at the start of reel rotation in the above embodiment has been described. Specifically, in the process of step S15 of FIG. 5 in the main game, the process for the main game (for example, steps S61 to S69) is performed, whereas in the process of step S42 of FIG. 7 in the simulated game, the pseudo is performed. Processing for the game is performed. Therefore, in the above embodiment, an example in which the processing content of step S15 of FIG. 5 in the main game at the start of reel rotation and the processing content of step S42 of FIG. 7 in the simulated game are different, that is, for starting reel rotation. As the processing, an example in which a processing dedicated to the main game and a processing dedicated to the pseudo game are provided has been described. On the other hand, regarding the excitation pattern (control data) for outputting the excitation signal to the reel motor at the start of reel rotation, the process of step S15 in FIG. 5 in this game and step S42 in FIG. 7 in the simulated game. In the process of, the same control data may be used, or different control data may be used.

Further, the process used at the start of reel rotation may be the same process (all common, partial common) between the main game and the pseudo game. Further, the process used at the start of reel rotation is the excitation pattern used at the start of reel rotation even when the same process (all common, partially common) is performed between the main game and the pseudo game. The control data) may be the same data (all common, partially common) between the main game and the pseudo game, or may be different data. In addition, when the same data (all common, partially common) is used between the main game and the pseudo game, the steady rotation speed (predetermined speed) to be reached in the main game and the constant to be reached in the pseudo game. When the speed is different, the control data of the faster speed (for example, the steady rotation speed in the main game) is stored in a ROM or the like, and the faster speed is reached (for example, at the start of the main game). Controls the reel rotation using the control data, whereas when the speed is reached to the slower speed (for example, at the start of a pseudo game), the control data for control until the slow speed is reached. The reel rotation control may be performed using the data.

(About stop enablement)
In the above embodiment, as the process for enabling the main stop in the main game, the process of steps S71 and S72 in FIG. 8 is performed after the wait time progress determination (step S12 in FIG. 5), and the pseudo stop is enabled in the pseudo game. As a process for this purpose, an example of performing the process of step S44 of FIG. 7 in step S11 before the wait time progress determination (step S12 of FIG. 5) has been described. That is, an example in which the processing for enabling the main stop or the pseudo stop is different in timing between the main game and the pseudo game has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the processes for enabling the main stop or enabling the pseudo stop may be the same in terms of timing. For example, after the wait time progress determination in FIG. 5 (step S12 in FIG. 5), steps S09 to S11 may be performed and step S15 may be performed. As a result, regardless of whether it is a main game or a pseudo game, it is possible to wait for the start of rotation of the reel until the wait time elapses, and to perform a process for enabling the stop after the reel has rotated. In this case, the process for enabling the stop may be the same process (all common, partial common) between the main game and the pseudo game. When the process for enabling stop is the same process and the steady rotation speed (predetermined speed) to be reached in the main game and the constant speed to be reached in the pseudo game are different, a certain speed is reached. As a reference speed for whether or not the game has been played, the speed corresponding to the start of the main game or the start of the pseudo game may be read and set.

(When the reel rotation is stopped)
An example in which the process of step S16 of FIG. 5 is performed in the main game and the process of step S45 of FIG. 7 is performed in the simulated game when the reel rotation is stopped in the above embodiment has been described. In the process of step S16 of FIG. 5, when the stop operation is performed, for example, any of the symbols arranged within a predetermined retractable range from the symbols located on the winning line NL of the reel corresponding to the stop switch is selected. It is a process of drawing into the winning line NL and stopping, and specifically, stop position determination data for determining a stop position according to a winning combination within a drawable range is used. The stop position determination data is stored in the ROM 67 in advance. On the other hand, in the process of step S45 of FIG. 7, an example in which the same process as the reel stop process in step S16 may be performed has been described. That is, the process used when the reel rotation is stopped may be the same process (all common, partial common) in the main game and the pseudo game. In this case, in the process of step S45, the stop position determination data itself used in the process of step S16 may be used. However, in terms of the internal processing of the gaming machine (slot machine), if the data itself is used in the same way as the main game, it becomes impossible to distinguish between the main game and the pseudo game, which causes confusion in inspections, for example. there is a possibility. Therefore, when the stop position determination data stored in the ROM 67 is used in the process of step S45, the data is exactly the same as the stop position determination data used in the process of step S16, but the identification for specifying the data to be used. Information (for example, a data label or the like) may be different from the case used in the process of step S16, or the write destination address may be written in the process of step S16 once written to a predetermined area of the RAM 65 when used. It may be different from the address. This makes it possible to provide a gaming machine capable of performing an efficient inspection.

(About the start and end triggers of the pseudo game specific notification)
In the above embodiment, in FIG. 5, an example in which the wait time progress determination is performed in step S12 after performing the processes of steps S09 to S11 relating to the pseudo game has been described. Therefore, the pseudo game start command, which is the process in step S41 of FIG. 7, is transmitted when it is determined that the start lever has been operated in step S02 of FIG. 5, and the pseudo game start command, which is the process in step S51 of FIG. 7, is transmitted. An example in which the game end command is transmitted before the wait time progress determination is performed has been described. As a result, at least the pseudo game identification notification on the sub control board 73 side is started when the start lever that triggered the pseudo game is operated. However, the pseudo game specific notification is not limited to this as long as it is started in response to the operation of the start lever, and for example, after the wait time progress determination in FIG. 5 (step S12 in FIG. 5), the step S09 to step S11 may be performed. In this case, the pseudo game start command in step S41 of FIG. 7 is transmitted after the start lever is operated and the wait time has elapsed. As a result, it is possible to start the pseudo-game specific notification when the start lever that triggered the pseudo-game is operated and the wait time is determined to have elapsed.

Further, when it is determined in step S10 that the pseudo game is executed when the specific condition is satisfied, the process proceeds to step S11, and the pseudo game start command is transmitted in step S41 to start the pseudo game specific notification (FIG. 14). Step S106), when the introduction operation is performed after the pseudo game (step S50 in FIG. 7), the pseudo game end command is transmitted in step S51 to end the pseudo game specific notification (step S109 in FIG. 7). ) An example was explained. However, a predetermined command is transmitted (for example, a command transmitted at any of the timings shown in FIG. 25A) at a timing corresponding to the operation to the start lever that triggered the pseudo game. When the start of is identifiable on the sub-control board 73 side, the pseudo game start command may not be transmitted in step S41. Further, a predetermined command is transmitted at a timing corresponding to the end of the pseudo game (for example, a command transmitted at any timing shown in FIG. 25B), and the end of the pseudo game is terminated on the sub-control board 73 side. When it can be specified, the pseudo game end command may not be transmitted in step S51. Even in this case, the pseudo game start command in step S41 and the pseudo game end command in step S51 are transmitted to the test machine side when the game machine is connected to a predetermined test machine and a test is performed. It may be configured to enable this.

(About the operation promotion effect to the start lever (start switch 19))
In the above embodiment, at the timing when the start lever can be operated, for example, in order to raise the expectation of the player, a lever operation promotion effect (for example, a message display such as "hit the lever!"" That encourages the operation of the start lever is displayed. ) May be performed. The lever operation promotion effect may be able to be executed at a higher rate when the degree of advantage to the player is high than when it is low, depending on the results of the combination lottery, the AT transition lottery, and the like. However, the lever operation promotion effect is the pre-game period (determination process of step S02 in FIG. 5) in which the operation to the start lever for starting one game can be accepted immediately after the specified number of bets is set. In the repeating period), it may not be executed or may be executed only at a lower rate than when it is not the pre-game period. In the pre-game period, it is unclear whether the pseudo-game is started by operating the start lever or the main game is started immediately. In such an unknown period, the lever operation promotion effect is executed and the start lever is started. It is possible to prevent the player from paying too much attention to the operation and to give the player an unnecessarily high expectation. On the other hand, during the period in which the introduction operation and the operation for starting the next pseudo game can be accepted (the period in which the determination process of step S50 in FIG. 7 is repeated), the lever operation promotion effect may be executed, for example. , It may be executed at a higher rate than the pre-game period.

(Regarding the notification mode during pseudo stop)
In the above embodiment, the reels that perform the pseudo-game specific notification during the pseudo-game and are pseudo-stopped at regular time intervals as shown in FIG. 22A during the pseudo-game and during the pseudo-stop. An example of slightly vibrating the reel was described. That is, an example has been described in which when the reels are quasi-stopped, they vibrate slightly at regular intervals, and by performing a quasi-game specific notification, the quasi-stop is notified during the quasi-game. However, when the pseudo game specific notification is performed when the reel is pseudo-stopped, the pseudo-stop pattern 2 (FIG. 22 (b)) that does not vibrate slightly is not the pseudo-stop pattern 1 (FIG. 22 (a)) that causes slight vibration. )) May be used. On the contrary, when the pseudo stop is performed by the pseudo stop pattern 1, the pseudo game specific notification may not be performed at least during the period. That is, when the pseudo stop is performed by the pseudo stop pattern 1, the pseudo game specific notification may not be performed only during the pseudo stop period, and the pseudo stop is performed by the pseudo stop pattern 1. The pseudo-game specific notification may not be performed during the period from the start to the end of the pseudo-game. In principle, the pseudo-game specific notification is performed during the pseudo-game, but the pseudo-game specific notification is exceptionally interrupted during the pseudo-stop, and the pseudo-stop ends when the pseudo-game is performed multiple times. Then, when the reel rotation is started, the pseudo game specific notification may be restarted.

Further, as the pseudo game identification notification, an example in which the notification by the game identification lamp 82 and the notification by the liquid crystal display 27 are performed has been described. However, when the pseudo game identification notification is performed, the notification by the game identification lamp 82 has been described. And only one of the notifications by the liquid crystal display 27 may be performed. In addition, during the simulated game, benefits for the player (for example, the size of the number of AT games granted or added, the high continuation rate of whether or not to continue AT, the high set value, etc.) Depending on the degree of advantage, the combination of the type of pseudo stop pattern (pseudo stop pattern 1 or pseudo stop pattern 2 etc.) and the type of pseudo game identification notification (game identification lamp 82 or liquid crystal display 27 etc.) It may be selected. This makes it possible to provide fun such as predicting the degree of advantage of the privilege from the combination of notification modes during the simulated game.

In the above embodiment, an example of notifying that a pseudo game is being performed has been described by each of a slight vibration of a reel that is pseudo-stopped, a game identification lamp 82, and a liquid crystal display 27. However, the fact that the pseudo-game is in progress may be notified by any one of the slight vibration of the reel that is pseudo-stopped, the game-specific lamp 82, and the liquid crystal display 27. Further, even when the pseudo game identification notification is not performed by the game identification lamp 82, the game identification lamp 82 can notify that the AT or CZ is in progress, but the present invention is not limited to this. When the pseudo game identification notification is not performed by the game identification lamp 82, the game identification lamp 82 may not be provided in the game machine (it is not necessary to provide the game identification lamp 82). For example, when performing pseudo game identification notification on the liquid crystal display 27, the game identification lamp 82 may not be mounted on the game machine.

(Random delay time measurement start timing)
In the random delay wait processing described in step S62 or the like of FIG. 8 in the above embodiment, for example, after determining the delay time for delaying the rotation start timing of the reel to be rotated, the measurement of the delay time is started. , The process of shifting to the next step S63 or the like is performed in order to start the reel rotation when the delay time has elapsed. Here, the timing for starting the measurement of the delay time may be the determined timing as long as the delay time is determined, but for example, among the reels that are pseudo-stopped, the reel that is the target of the delay is selected. It may be the timing when the excitation pattern of the excitation signal for slight vibration becomes a predetermined state. That is, after the delay time is determined, until the excitation pattern of the reel subject to the delay reaches a predetermined state, the delay time measurement start is waited for, and the delay time measurement is started from the timing when the delay time measurement starts. You may do it. If the measurement of the delay time is started without considering that the reel is slightly vibrating due to the pseudo stop, it is considered that the reel is excited by various excitation patterns when the delay time elapses. As a result, depending on the excitation pattern when the delay time elapses, there is a possibility that step-out or the like may occur when the excitation pattern for starting the reel rotation is used. However, as described above, the timing at which the measurement of the delay time is started is set to the timing when the excitation pattern of the excitation signal for slightly vibrating the reel to be delayed among the reels that are pseudo-stopped is in a predetermined state. Therefore, the rotation can be smoothly started by the excitation pattern for the rotation start used after the random delay elapses.

Specifically, when the excitation pattern for starting the reel rotation after the lapse of the delay time is defined as, for example, 1 phase → 1 phase + 2 phase → 2 phase → 2 phase + 3 phase → ... When the excitation with the above excitation pattern is started after the delay time elapses at the timing when the phase becomes one phase due to the slight vibration, the reel can be smoothly started to rotate. On the other hand, when the excitation with the above excitation pattern is started after the delay time elapses at the timing when the two phases are due to the slight vibration at the time of the pseudo stop, the reel rotation is performed because the two-phase excitation is changed to the one-phase excitation. Since the reel is once excited in the opposite direction, there is a possibility that the reel cannot be started to rotate smoothly, and in some cases, the reel may be out of step. However, as described above, the timing at which the measurement of the delay time is started is set to the timing when the excitation pattern of the excitation signal for slightly vibrating the reel to be delayed among the reels that are pseudo-stopped is in a predetermined state. Therefore, the rotation can be smoothly started by the excitation pattern for the rotation start used after the random delay elapses.

It should be noted that the predetermined state is, for example, a state (excitation state) designed in advance so that the delay time does not elapse at the timing of 2 phase or 2 phase + 3 phase due to slight vibration at the time of pseudo stop. .. That is, even when the measurement of any delay time that can be set when the excitation pattern is one phase is started, if the excitation pattern is one phase when the delay time elapses, the excitation pattern is set. The state of one phase becomes a predetermined state. Further, even when the measurement of any delay time that can be set when the excitation pattern is, for example, 2 phases + 3 phases is started, if the excitation pattern is 1 phase when the delay time elapses, the excitation is performed. The state in which the pattern is 2 phase + 3 phase is the predetermined state. Further, even when the measurement of any delay time that can be set when the reel is not slightly vibrating is started, if the excitation pattern is one phase when the delay time elapses, the reel is fine. The non-vibrating state is the predetermined state.

(others)
In the above embodiment, an example in which the game identification lamp 82 that performs the pseudo game identification notification is electrically connected to the sub control board 73 and is controlled on the sub control board 73 side has been described. However, the game specifying lamp 82 may be electrically connected to the main control board 63 so as to be controlled on the main control board 63 side. Further, the game identification lamp 82 can only notify that the pseudo game is in progress when the pseudo game specific notification is being performed, and is in this state in other states (AT, CZ, etc.) that are not in the pseudo game. Although the example of notifying is also described, the present invention is not limited to this, and a dedicated lamp that only performs pseudo-game specific notification may be used.

In the above embodiment, as shown in steps S61 to S69 of FIG. 8, the delay time is determined for one reel in the order of the left reel 11L, the middle reel 11M, and the right reel 11R, and the reels rotate over the delay time. An example of shifting to random delay processing for the next reel by starting rotation after delaying the start has been described. However, the random delay processing is not limited to this as long as it randomly disperses the positional relationship of each of the reels 11L to 11R. For example, the delay time for each of the reels 11L to 11R when the random delay processing is started. After determining, the measurement of the delay time may be started, and the rotation may be started in order from the reel on which the determined delay time has elapsed.

In the above embodiment, in FIG. 22 and the like, an example of outputting an excitation signal to the reel motor so as to cause the reel that is pseudo-stopped to slightly vibrate at regular time intervals (for example, 500 msec) has been described. However, the excitation signal is not limited to this as long as it outputs an excitation signal before a certain period of time elapses. May be output. Further, a plurality of including a first excitation pattern that outputs an excitation signal every first hour less than a certain period of time and a second excitation pattern that outputs an excitation signal every second hour (> first hour) less than a certain period of time. A kind of excitation pattern is provided, for example, a privilege for the player (for example, the size of the number of AT games given or added, the high continuation rate of whether or not to continue AT, the high set value, etc.). The excitation pattern is determined for each pseudo game so that the higher the degree of advantage is, the higher the ratio of selecting the second excitation pattern than the first excitation pattern is determined, and the pseudo is based on the excitation pattern. The reels that are pseudo-stopped during the game may be controlled. This makes it possible to provide fun such as predicting the degree of advantage of the privilege from the excitation pattern of the reel that is pseudo-stopped.

Further, the mode of slightly vibrating the reel that is pseudo-stopped is not limited to one type, and a plurality of types are defined, that is, a plurality of types of excitation signal patterns for performing operations such as microvibration are defined. It may be the one that exists. For the plurality of types of operations, for example, at least one of a plurality of types of parameters such as the swing width to be moved by vibration, the vibration time, the vibration speed / interval, and the like may be different. Further, the pseudo-stopped reel is operated in the first excitation pattern for operating in the first type mode and the second type mode (larger swing width than the first type, longer vibration time, etc.). A plurality of types of excitation patterns including the second excitation pattern are provided, and for example, a privilege for the player (for example, the size of the number of AT games given or added, and the high continuation rate of whether or not to continue AT). The excitation pattern is determined for each pseudo game so that the higher the degree of advantage is, the higher the rate at which the second excitation pattern is selected than the first excitation pattern. The reels that are pseudo-stopped during the pseudo-game may be controlled based on the excitation pattern. This makes it possible to provide fun such as predicting the degree of advantage of the privilege from the excitation pattern of the reel that is pseudo-stopped.

Further, regarding the determination of the number of pseudo games that can be performed by satisfying the specific conditions, for example, the size of the number of AT games to be granted or added to the player when the specific conditions are satisfied. The number of pseudo games so that the higher the degree of advantage according to the degree of advantage of (high continuation rate of whether to continue AT, high set value, etc.), the higher the rate determined for the number of times. May be decided. Further, as another example, when a specific condition is satisfied and a pseudo game is started, the continuation rate for continuing the pseudo game is selected from among a plurality of types of continuation rates (for example, 30%, 60%, 90%, etc.). The number of pseudo-games may be specified by determining and determining whether or not to perform the next pseudo-game after the end of one pseudo-game according to the continuation rate. In this case, depending on the degree of advantage of the privilege for the player (for example, the size of the number of AT games granted or added, the high continuation rate of whether or not to continue AT, the high set value, etc.). The continuation rate may be determined so that the higher the degree of advantage, the higher the rate of determination of the high continuation rate. This makes it possible to provide fun such as predicting the degree of advantage of the privilege from the number of times the simulated game is executed. Also, regarding specific conditions, the advantages of benefits for players (for example, the size of the number of AT games granted or added, the high continuation rate of whether or not to continue AT, the high set value, etc.) The success or failure of a specific condition may be determined (specified) so that the higher the degree of advantage is, the higher the ratio of establishment is.

In the pseudo game in the above embodiment, an example in which all the reels 11L to 11R are rotated and then pseudo-stopped in response to an operation to the stop switch has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, all the reels 11L to 11R are all. After rotating the reel 11L and the reel 11R, the reel 11L and the reel 11R are automatically pseudo-stopped according to the passage of time, etc., whereas only the reel 11M may be pseudo-stopped according to the operation of the stop switch 21M. .. Further, in the pseudo game, the symbol combination (for example, BAR alignment) that has been pseudo-stopped in response to the operation of the stop switch is automatically rotated for all reels 11L to 11R according to the passage of time, and then the symbols are again. A combination (for example, BAR alignment) may be automatically pseudo-stopped and then shifted to random delay processing or the like, or a symbol combination (for example, a symbol combination) that is pseudo-stopped in response to an operation on the stop switch. , Not limited to BAR alignment), after automatically rotating all reels 11L to 11R according to the passage of time, a predetermined symbol combination (for example, BAR alignment) is automatically pseudo-stopped. It may be possible to shift to random delay processing or the like later.

Further, during the pseudo game, the reels may not be automatically stopped according to the passage of time, and the pseudo stop may be performed only by operating the stop switch as in the main game. Further, during the simulated game, it is not possible to cancel in the middle of the game, and as in the main game, the game may be terminated only by operating the stop switch. Specifically, in the pseudo-game process of FIG. 7, at least one of the process of steps S48 and S49 and the process of step S47 may not be performed. For example, when it is determined to be NO in step 46, it may be transferred to step S45, and when it is determined to be NO in step 46, it may be transferred to step S47 or determined to be NO in step S48. When it is done, it may be shifted to step S45. This makes it possible to improve the degree of intervention of the player in the simulated game.

In the pseudo game reel activation process in step S42 of FIG. 7 in the above embodiment, an example in which all the reels 11L to 11R are rotated at the same time is described as in the case of a normal game which is not a pseudo game, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the reel rotation may be started in a predetermined order (see, for example, FIG. 23 (a')).

In the above embodiment, an example in which an operation to the start lever is required in order to shift to the next process (main game or the next pseudo game) in the pseudo game has been described. However, as an operation for shifting to the next process (for example, a random delay process or the next pseudo game) in the pseudo game, a bet number setting operation may be performed instead of or in addition to the operation to the start lever. Further, the next process (for example, random delay process or the next pseudo process) is performed when a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds) elapses after all the reels are pseudo-stopped in the pseudo game without requiring the operation of the start lever. It may be made to automatically shift to the game).

In the above embodiment, even if it is not determined in step S34 of FIG. 6 that the AT combination has been won, the process proceeds to step S35, and in step S35, "0" is pressed as a value and stored in the order buffer. You may do it. In this case, the determination process of step S13 in FIG. 5 may not be performed, and if the value is "0" in step S14, the notification display 60 may be hidden.

In the above embodiment, the content of the navigation effect and the like displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 during the simulated game has been described in the example of determining in step S121 of FIG. 12 on the sub control board 73 side, but the present invention is not limited to this. The content of the navigation effect or the like to be displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 may be determined on the main control board 63 side during the simulated game, and the determined content may be transmitted to the sub control unit 73 to be displayed on the liquid crystal display 27. .. For example, the main control board 63 determines the content of the navigation effect or the like displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 during the simulated game according to the result of the winning combination lottery, or randomly determines by the random number lottery or the like. May be good. Further, when the main control board 63 determines the position and the symbol to be pseudo-stopped on the main control board 63 side, the position and the symbol to pseudo-stop the contents such as the navigation effect displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 during the pseudo game. It may be decided according to the above, or it may be decided according to the predetermined contents according to the position and the symbol to be pseudo-stopped.

In the above embodiment, in the normal game in which the pseudo game does not occur during AT, the mode of the stop operation is displayed on the notification display 60, and the value specified from the push order command from the main on the liquid crystal display 27. An example of displaying the mode of the stop operation based on (value stored in the push order buffer) has been described. However, in the simulated game during AT, any navigation effect or the like can be executed on the liquid crystal display 27 regardless of the value specified from the push order command, while the liquid crystal display 60 on the notification display 60. The mode of the stop operation is not displayed regardless of the navigation effect of the device 27, but the winning combination information (winning flag) of the winning combination before the start of the simulated game is retained, and is used for notification after the simulated game is completed. The display 60 and the liquid crystal display 27 may each notify the mode of the stop operation based on the winning combination information.

In step S14 of FIG. 5 in the above embodiment, the mode of the stop operation of notifying based on the value stored in the push order buffer before the occurrence of the pseudo game is provided regardless of whether or not the pseudo game has occurred. An example of specifying is described, but the value stored in the push order buffer before the occurrence of the pseudo game is not used. For example, the value (see FIG. 6B) is specified at the timing after the end of the pseudo game. The mode of the stop operation based on the value may be notified on the notification display 60.

In the above embodiment, the area irradiated by the game identification lamp 82 and used for the pseudo game identification notification (for example, the area surrounding the character of "pseudo game" shown in FIG. 17B or the like) is a single color edge. It is covered. Further, the area used for the pseudo-game identification notification by the game identification lamp 82 (for example, the area of the area surrounding the character of "pseudo-game" shown in FIG. 17B or the like) is, for example, notification of bonus winning or the like. It may be defined to be larger than the area used for the notification of the advantageous period notification lamp 80 and the area used for the notification of the advantageous period notification lamp 80. Further, the area used for the pseudo game identification notification by the game identification lamp 82 is determined to have a size different from that of the symbols (for example, BAR symbols) arranged on the reels 11L to 11R, for example, 80 of the symbols. It may be defined as a size of% or a size of 150% of the symbol. Further, the area used for the pseudo game identification notification by the game identification lamp 82 is determined to have a size different from that of the symbols (for example, BAR symbols) arranged on the reels 11L to 11R, for example, 80 of the symbols. It may be defined as a size of% or a size of 150% of the symbol. Further, although the example in which the pseudo-game mode used for the pseudo-game specific notification is a mode of lighting in red has been described, a mode of lighting in a color not used in any of the symbols arranged on the reels 11L to 11R has been described. It may be an embodiment in which the color used in the symbols arranged on the reels 11L to 11R and the color located on the opposite side of the color wheel are used for lighting.

In the above embodiment, a specified number of bets are set for the various LEDs electrically connected to the main control board 63, and reel rotation (not only reel rotation of this game but also specific conditions can be obtained by operating the start lever. It includes an LED (start operation activation notification means) for lever activation notification to notify that it is established and that it is in a state where it is possible to start (including the reel rotation of the pseudo game performed before the main game). May be good. The LED for lever activation notification is provided, for example, at a predetermined position on the left side of the display window 7 of the front door 5 and at a position visible to the player. The LED for lever activation notification is, for example, turned on when a predetermined number of bets are set in step S01 of FIG. 5 and is determined to be YES, and the lever activation is notified, and the start lever is notified in step S02. Is operated and a YES is determined, the light is turned off to the effect that the lever is not enabled. On the other hand, when it is determined as YES in step S46 of FIG. 7 because all the symbols are pseudo-stopped during the pseudo game, and the operation to the start lever (introduction operation) is enabled. Even so, the LED for lever activation notification is not controlled to be lit again. As a result, the lever activation is not notified even during the period when the introduction operation can be accepted. As a result, in the state where the lever operation for the already set bet number has been detected, the pseudo game is realized by notifying that the lever is activated again even though the new bet number is not set. It is possible to prevent the player from misunderstanding as if it was a game.

In the above embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 17 (b) and 17 (d), the display is displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 during the simulated game of the "N game" according to the determination result of step S121 in FIG. The mode of the stop operation notified by the navigation effect (pushing order 321) and the mode of the stop operation notified by the notification display 60 in the main game after the end of the pseudo game are displayed. Although "6" has described an example in which the push order 321) may show the same contents as that of FIG. 6 (b), FIGS. 17 (b) and 17 show depending on the determination result of step S121 of FIG. As shown in (d), the mode of the stop operation (pushing order 321) notified by the navigation effect displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 during the simulated game of "N game" and the book after the simulated game is completed. In the game, there may be a case where the mode of the stop operation notified by the notification display 60 (“6” is displayed, “6” indicates the push order 321 from FIG. 6 (b)) is different from the content. As a result, it is possible to increase the variation of the combination of the notification content during the simulated game and the notification content during the main game.

On the other hand, in step S121 of FIG. 15, for example, as a mode of the stop operation notified by the navigation effect displayed on the liquid crystal display 27, the mode of the stop operation notified by the notification display 60 in this game. ("6" is displayed, "6" may be determined to have the same content as the push order 321 from FIG. 6 (b)), and conversely, the display for notification in this game. It may be determined that the mode of the stop operation notified by the device 60 (“6” is displayed, “6” is always different from the push order 321 from FIG. 6 (b)). ..

In the above embodiment, for example, as illustrated in FIGS. 17 (b) and 17 (c), the mode of the stop operation is displayed (displayed on the main control board 63 side) on the notification display 60 in this game. Corresponds to the mode (color, shape, design, size, etc.) of the navigation effect (displayed on the sub-control board 73 side) displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 and the display on the notification display 60. An example has been described in which the mode of the navigation effect and the like displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 (displayed on the sub control board 73 side) during the simulated game (when not displayed on the main control board 63 side) is the same. That is, when the navigation effect displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 during the main game and the navigation effect displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 during the simulated game are notified of the same content (pushing order, etc.), the same mode (color and) is used. , Shape, design, size, etc.). However, the navigation effect displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 during the main game and the navigation effect displayed on the liquid crystal display 27 during the simulated game are modes even when the same content (pushing order, etc.) is notified. (Color, shape, design, size, etc.) may be different. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from misunderstanding that the simulated game is the main game from the aspect of the navigation effect displayed on the liquid crystal display 27.

In the above embodiment, an example in which the variable display unit 13 includes three left variable display columns 10L to right variable display columns 10R will be described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and even a gaming machine provided with one variable display column may be used. It may be a gaming machine having four or more variable display columns. Further, although the variable display unit 13 is configured by the reels 11L to 11R, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variable display unit 13 may be configured by a display device such as a liquid crystal display or a 7-segment LED.

1 slot machine, 11L, 11M, 11R reel, 14L, 14M, 14R reel motor, 21L, 21M, 21R stop switch, 27 liquid crystal display, 63 main control board, 73 sub control board.

Claims (1)

It is a gaming machine that can play games,
An advantageous state control means for controlling an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player,
It is provided with an effect executing means for executing an effect of notifying the amount of addition to be added during the period in which the advantageous state can be controlled.
The effect executing means includes a specific effect executing means for executing a specific effect that enables the addition amount to be notified a plurality of times in one game according to a predetermined opportunity.
The specific effect executed by the specific effect executing means is
The addition image suggesting the addition amount is displayed at a predetermined position in the display area according to a predetermined opportunity, and then moved and displayed toward a specific position above the predetermined position to reach the specific position. Is to be hidden by
When a new addition image is displayed at the predetermined position according to a predetermined opportunity and is superimposed on the addition image displayed before the new addition image (hereinafter referred to as the above addition image), the new addition image is used. der for moving while displaying the added image in preference to the destination of addition image the a new added image and the sum image of the destination in the same movement mode is,
A start image display means for displaying a start image for notifying the start of execution of the specific effect is further provided in the area overlapping the predetermined position.
It is possible to start the execution of the specific effect before the start image is hidden.
When the added image is superimposed on the start image, the gaming machine displays the added image with priority over the start image.

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