JP7029871B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The invention described in the present specification (hereinafter referred to as "the present invention") relates to a gaming machine such as a slot machine or a pachinko machine.

A slot machine, which is a typical gaming machine, generally has control related to the progress of a game using a reel (for example, control of reel drive, control of combination determination (also referred to as "role lottery"), and a game medium such as a game medal. The main control board (also referred to as "main control means") that controls the input / payout of the game, controls the transition of the game state between multiple game states with different probability of winning combination, etc.), and the game according to the game situation. A sub-control board ("sub-control means" that controls the execution of various effects (image effect by an image display device (also referred to as "liquid crystal display device"), voice effect by a speaker device, etc.) for the purpose of improving the interest of the machine. (Also referred to as)), and information transmission (transmission) between both boards can be performed in only one direction from the main control board to the sub control board.

Further, in a slot machine, in general, an effective line is set by inserting a specified number of game media, and a reel rotation start operation such as tilting a start lever is performed by a player to determine a combination (“combination”). (Also referred to as "lottery process") is performed, and one of the game combinations (also simply referred to as "role") or loss is determined, and then the plurality of reels start to rotate. When a predetermined rotation speed is reached after the rotation of a plurality of reels starts, the reel rotation stop operation such as pressing the stop switch is enabled, and the player performs the reel rotation stop operation for each reel, so that each reel can be stopped. Is designed to stop rotating in sequence.

Usually, the rotation stop of a plurality of reels is controlled based on the timing of the reel rotation stop operation by the player and the determined combination. That is, each reel is controlled so that it can be stopped at an arbitrary timing within a predetermined time (usually, a time during which a maximum of 5 symbols can be moved) from the timing when the reel rotation stop operation is performed, whereby the winning combination is determined. The winning combination (also referred to as "establishment allowable combination") determined by processing (also referred to as "election" or "winning") is established as much as possible (combination of symbols constituting the establishment allowable combination (also referred to as "corresponding symbol")). Is stopped and displayed on the valid line), and the winning combination that has not been determined by the winning combination determination process is not established (the corresponding symbols constituting the winning combination other than the winning combination are not stopped and displayed on the valid line).

Further, as a game combination, in general, a re-game combination (even if the game medium is established, the game medium is not paid out (cannot be acquired), but the next game can be performed without the player introducing a new game medium. In addition to normal roles called roles (also called "replay roles") and small roles (roles that enable the acquisition of a predetermined number of game media when established (also called "winning roles")), bonus roles (At the time of establishment, a special game state (for example, the probability of determining the role of a predetermined small role (simply "decision probability" is also possible, or "the probability of winning a role" (simply "probability of lottery")), "the probability of selecting a role" ( A role that can be transferred to a game state in which the "selection probability" is acceptable) and the "winning probability" (may be simply referred to as "winning probability") is higher than usual). There is a special role to be played. Usually, only a small number of constituent symbols of the symbol combination constituting such a special combination are arranged on each reel.

Therefore, even when the special combination is determined, the player performs the reel rotation stop operation for each reel at the timing when the corresponding symbol can be stopped and displayed while discriminating the symbol to be rotated and displayed (such as this). If the operation cannot be performed (also called "pushing"), it is difficult to establish a special role. However, if a special role has been decided but it cannot be established, the information indicating that the special role has been decided will be carried over to the next game ("Special". It is also called "carrying over the winning of the role", "carrying over the winning of the special role"), and even for players who are not good at pushing, the opportunity to establish the decided special role is guaranteed.

Further, in the conventional slot machine, a plurality of RT states (game states) having different probability of determining the winning combination of the re-game combination are provided, and a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, a combination of predetermined symbols is stopped and displayed). ) Is generally known to shift to another RT state. Such a transition between RT states is controlled by the main control board because the combination (re-game combination) has a variation in the combination determination probability. Further, the period in which the winning combination probability of the replaying combination is controlled to the highest set RT state may be referred to as a replay time.

On the other hand, it is also possible to set a game period called AT (assist time) to notify information so that the player can play a game advantageously, and perform a predetermined notification effect (assist effect) within this game period. ing. Such an AT may be set during a period (replay time) controlled to the RT state in which the probability of determining the role of the replaying combination is set to the highest, and the AT during such a replay time may be set. It is generally called ART (assist replay time). Actually, even if the winning combination probability of the replaying combination is not controlled to the highest set RT state, ART (assist) is a state in which it is decided to control to such an RT state. Replay time) is also called. As an assist effect performed during AT, for example, when a small winning combination that enables acquisition of a game medium is determined, that notification is given or the determined small winning combination is established (a corresponding symbol is an effective line). The operation mode of the stop switch (operation order indicating the order in which multiple stop switches should be operated (also referred to as "push order") and the stop switch, which are required to display the stop on the top, are displayed. It is known to notify the operation position (also referred to as "push position") indicating when the reel should be operated at what rotation position.

Until now, slot machines (also referred to as "sub-AT machines") in which the above-mentioned AT-related control processing (also referred to as "AT-related control processing") are exclusively performed by the sub-control means have been common, but the sub-control means has been used. On the other hand, there was also a problem that AT could be forcibly set by performing fraudulent acts (goto acts), so recently, AT-related is the main control means that is harder to cheat than the sub control means. A slot machine (also referred to as a "main AT machine") that performs a part of control processing is also known. For example, the main control means exclusively performs the process related to the AT setting and the process of determining the push order to be notified during the AT, and the sub control means is mainly determined by the main control means during the AT set by the main control means. There is known a main AT machine that performs a process of executing notification (assist effect) of the pressed order. In such a main AT machine, various information about the AT is managed by the main control means, and the information is appropriately transmitted from the main control means to the sub control means.

A game performed in a state where AT (ART) is set (also referred to as "AT game (ART game)") obtains advantageous game results as compared with a normal game performed in a non-AT (non-ART) state. Therefore, the player plays the game while expecting that the AT is set. Therefore, in order to improve the interest of games, such as how to set AT, how to continue (reset) AT, or add the number of games that can be executed during AT (also called "AT game number"). Various proposals have been made.

Specifically, a game that performs an additional lottery process for adding the number of AT games and an additional lottery process for adding the number of AT stocks (a numerical value indicating the number of times that AT can be set) (also referred to as "AT additional game"). ) Is provided, and an additional lottery process is performed according to the AT additional game. For example, in Patent Document 1 below, an AT additional game in which an additional lottery process for the number of AT games is performed is provided, and in the final game of the AT additional game, the additional lottery process is performed in the most preferential state for the player. The machine is disclosed.

Further, Patent Document 2 below discloses a gaming machine that selects an AT number by lottery when a predetermined condition is satisfied and performs an AT stock number lottery process for storing the selected AT number.

The mode of notifying the lottery result related to the setting of AT and the like is also changed according to the situation. For example, in Patent Document 3 below, when a predetermined condition is satisfied in a game for executing a notification effect for notifying the result of an AT lottery, the notification effect is performed with a freeze state in the game, and another When the condition of the above is satisfied, a gaming machine that performs a notification effect without a freeze state in the game is disclosed.

After the end of one AT, the decision to discontinue the AT is once made and notified to that effect, but when the predetermined conditions are met thereafter, the AT continuation is re-determined (“AT pullback type”). Also known as a "game machine"). For example, the gaming machine disclosed in Patent Document 4 below acquires predetermined points (ART points) during ART, and whether or not to continue ART using ART points in a battle state in which the game shifts after the end of ART. If the lottery is not won, the game shifts to a predetermined gaming state (fourth fall waiting state). In the fourth fall standby state of the transition destination, a lottery for whether or not to pull back the ART is performed, and if the ART is won, the ART is set again.

There is also known a gaming machine that takes into consideration the playability when a gaming state that is not advantageous to the player continues, such as when the AT is not set for a long period of time. For example, in Patent Document 5 below, the number of times a game is executed in a predetermined state (for example, the number of games executed without being set to an advantageous game state) is counted, and the number of times the game is executed is also referred to as a predetermined value (also referred to as "ceiling value"). ) Is approached, a predetermined effect suggesting that effect is performed, and a gaming machine (also referred to as a "ceiling setting type gaming machine") that grants a predetermined privilege when the number of executions reaches the ceiling value is disclosed.

A gaming machine equipped with a movable object for directing is also known. This movable object is configured to perform a predetermined operation when a situation advantageous to the player occurs. Further, it is generally performed to produce images, sounds, and lights related to the movement of the moving object during the movement of the moving object. For example, Patent Document 6 below includes a plurality of movable objects used for production, and when an operation abnormality occurs in any of the movable objects, the operation control of all the movable objects is stopped, while the operation of the movable objects is performed. As for the production of related images and the like, a gaming machine that performs the same as when a movable object operates normally is disclosed.

Generally, in slot machines, on the game store side, the role determination result ("role lottery result" (simply "lottery result" is also possible), "role selection result" (simply "selection result" is also possible), "role winning result" (It may be referred to simply as "winning result"). The setting value for setting the probability of determining (may be simply referred to as "winning result") can be changed within a range of multiple stages. Since the difference in the winning combination probability (also referred to as "setting difference") affects the payout rate of the slot machine, the set value is an index for the game store to manage the payout rate, and is used by the player. It has become of great interest as an index for acquiring more game media.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2014-50554 Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2003-260186 Japanese Patent No. 6025811 Japanese Patent No. 5925834 Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2004-24323 Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2017-47117

Adding the number of AT stocks is of great concern to the player. Therefore, by increasing the opportunity for the number of AT stocks to be added (the expected value of the number of AT stocks to be added), the player's expectation that the number of AT stocks will be added will be raised, thereby improving the interest of the game. It is conceivable to plan. However, since the addition of the number of AT stocks leads to a significant increase in the advantage, there is a situation that the opportunity for the number of AT stocks to be added cannot be randomly increased.

In the ceiling setting type gaming machine, the player is notified that the number of times the normal game is executed is approaching the ceiling value, and the player's expectation that the privilege will be given when the ceiling value is reached is raised. However, the conventional ones have a simple structure in which a predetermined privilege is given when the ceiling value is reached, so that there is a situation that the playability is poor.

In an AT pull-back type gaming machine, even if a decision to discontinue AT is made once after the end of one AT and a notification to that effect is given, the AT continuation may be re-decided after that. It is possible to pay attention to whether or not the AT can be pulled back once it is discontinued. However, since it is a simple configuration in which the advantage after that is not changed between when the decision to continue the AT is made after the end of the AT and when the AT can be pulled back, the playability when the AT can be pulled back. There is a situation that is scarce.

In order to prevent being absorbed in the game, a warning image as a countermeasure against being absorbed is displayed in the standby screen indicating that the game is waiting. However, since the standby screen is a screen that is viewed by a player who is about to start a game, there is a situation that even if a warning image is displayed there, a sufficient effect cannot be obtained as a countermeasure against immersiveness.

In order to improve the interest of the game, it is required to provide a plurality of AT-added games and perform an effect according to each AT-added game. However, in the conventional gaming machines, each AT additional game is set to perform a separate additional lottery process, so if a plurality of AT additional games are provided, a control program for executing the additional lottery process or There is a situation that the amount of data in the reference table increases, which may put pressure on the storage capacity of the gaming machine.

If an advantageous benefit such as the addition of the number of AT stocks, which is of great concern to the player, is given, it is better to immediately notify the player, whether explicitly or implicitly, to promote the game. There is a view that it is preferable to enhance it. On the other hand, in a gaming machine, continuous production is performed over a plurality of games according to the progress of the game, and the player's attention is drawn to the whereabouts of the continuous production to improve the interest of the game. There is. Therefore, when an advantageous privilege is given during the continuous production, it becomes a problem whether or not to notify that the advantageous privilege has been given (also referred to as "notice of grant of advantageous privilege"). If the announcement of the grant of advantageous benefits during the continuous production is performed, it becomes difficult to concentrate the player's consciousness on the continuous production, and the effect of improving the interest of the continuous production may be reduced. If the notification is not made, there is a situation that the effect of improving the interest by the notification of the grant of advantageous benefits cannot be obtained.

In a conventional gaming machine equipped with a movable object for production, when an abnormality occurs in the movable object, the movable object is not operated, but the production of images, sounds, etc. related to the movement of the movable object is executed as planned. .. Therefore, there is a circumstance that the entertainment of the game may be significantly reduced because the production is performed without any tightness without understanding the intention of the production.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of effectively calling attention as a countermeasure against being absorbed in a game.

The gaming machine according to the present invention has the following features. In the following description of the feature configuration, an example of the corresponding configuration in the embodiment described later is shown in parentheses.

The gaming machine according to the present invention
Predetermined display means and
With the start lever,
With a stop switch,
Role lottery means and
Equipped with a predetermined operation means
In a certain game in which a predetermined winning combination result is determined by the winning combination lottery means, it is possible to display an advantageous operation mode of the stop switch.
When the predetermined operating means is operated under a predetermined situation , the predetermined menu screen can be displayed.
Multiple items can be displayed on the predetermined menu screen.
When a predetermined item is selected from the plurality of items on the predetermined menu screen and the predetermined operating means is operated, the predetermined information corresponding to the predetermined item can be displayed.
When the predetermined game state is finished, a specific screen can be displayed.
On the specific screen, it is possible to display alert information regarding devotion to the game.
The alert information is configured to be continuously displayed for a predetermined period after the display is started.
The caution information is displayed on the specific screen, and the predetermined operation means is operated to display the predetermined menu screen in a situation where the predetermined period has not elapsed from the start of the display of the warning information. If so, the alert information and the plurality of items are configured to be identifiable.
The predetermined item is displayed on the predetermined menu screen, the predetermined item is selected, and the predetermined period has not elapsed from the start of the display of the caution information. When the operating means is operated to display the predetermined information, the alert information and the predetermined information are configured to be identifiablely displayed .
When the start lever is operated and a specific game is started in a situation where the warning information is displayed and the predetermined period has not elapsed from the start of the display of the warning information, the warning information is displayed. Is continuously displayed, and then, when the predetermined period elapses from the start of the display of the alert information, the display of the alert information is terminated even if the specific game is not completed. And
Even when the start lever is not operated and the specific game is not started in a situation where the warning information is displayed and the predetermined period has not elapsed from the start of the display of the warning information. It is configured to end the display of the alert information when the predetermined period elapses from the start of the display of the alert information.
The first area in which the advantageous operation mode of the stop switch is displayed and the second area in which the alert information is displayed are configured so as not to overlap with each other.
It is characterized by that.

According to the gaming machine having the above configuration, it is possible to give an effective alert as a countermeasure against getting into the game .

It is a front view of the slot machine which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram which shows schematic structure of the said slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement of the reel of the said slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol combination-1 in the said slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol combination-2 in the said slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol combination-3 in the said slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol combination-4 in the said slot machine. In the slot machine, (A) is a diagram showing a symbol combination-5, and (B) is a diagram showing a symbol combination-6. It is a figure which shows the combination determination result -1 (loss, replay) in the said slot machine. In the slot machine, (A) shows a winning combination result-2 (pushing order bell), and (B) shows a winning combination result-3 (other winnings). It is a figure which shows the lottery number -1 (re-game) of the combination determination in the said slot machine. It is a figure which shows the lottery number 2 (winning) of the winning combination decision in the said slot machine. It is a block diagram which conceptually shows the function of the said slot machine. It is a figure which shows the relationship of each RT state in the said slot machine. It is a figure which shows the relationship of each game mode in the said slot machine. It is a figure which shows the correspondence relationship between the navigation number, the corresponding push order, and the display content in the said slot machine. In the slot machine, (A) is a display mode of the navigation number 2 by the payout number display lamp, (B) is a display mode of the navigation number 2 by the image display device, and (C) is a display mode of the navigation number 4 by the payout number display lamp. , (D) is a diagram showing a display mode of the navigation number 4 by the image display device, and (E) is a diagram showing a change mode of the push order display by the image display device. In the slot machine, (A) is a probability state setting flag set lottery number table (game number counter value = 100), and (B) is a probability state setting flag set lottery number table (game number counter value = 300), (C). ) Is a diagram showing a probability state setting flag set lottery number table (game number counter value = 600), and (D) is a diagram showing a probability state setting flag set lottery number table (game number counter value = 950). It is a figure which shows the probability state setting lottery number table in the said slot machine. It is a figure which shows the addition lottery number table in the bonus AT in the said slot machine. In the slot machine, (A) is the second lottery table for AT acquisition (when AT acquisition level 0), and (B) is the second lottery table for AT acquisition (when AT acquisition level 1), (C). ) Is the second lottery table for AT acquisition (in the case of AT acquisition level 2), (D) is the second lottery table for AT acquisition (in the case of AT acquisition level 3), and (E) is the second lottery table for AT acquisition. 2 is a diagram showing a lottery number table (in the case of AT acquisition level 4) and (F) is a diagram showing a second lottery number table for AT acquisition (in the case of AT acquisition level 5). In the slot machine, (A) is a diagram showing a game mode 4AT additional lottery number table (lottery group number = 0), and (B) is a diagram showing a game mode 4AT additional lottery number table (lottery group number = 4). In the slot machine, (A) is a diagram showing a game mode 5 transition lottery number table (lottery group number = 0), and (B) is a diagram showing a game mode 5 transition lottery number table (lottery group number = 6). In the slot machine, (A) is a diagram showing a game mode 5AT additional lottery number table (lottery group number = 0), and (B) is a diagram showing a game mode 5AT additional lottery number table (lottery group number = 4). In the above slot machine, (A) is an AT stock number counter addition lottery number table (additional specialization flag = 0, lottery group number 3), and (B) is an AT stock number counter addition lottery number table (additional specialization flag = 0). 1. It is a figure which shows the lottery group number 3). In the example of the effect pattern in the slot machine, (A) is a diagram showing a case where AT continuation is confirmed at the time of entry, (B) is a case where AT is pulled back, and (C) is a diagram showing a case where AT is not continued. In the slot machine, (A) is a completed image, (B) is a cheering image, (C) is a resurrection image, and (D) is a winning image. In the slot machine, (A) shows a warning image, (B) shows a warning image in the end image, (C) shows a warning image-1 in a cheering image, and (D) shows a warning image-2 in a cheering image. It is a figure. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the game progress control processing in the said slot machine. In the slot machine, (A) is a flowchart showing the flow of the game mode 4 lever time processing, and (B) is a flow chart showing the flow of the addition processing. In the slot machine, (A) is a flowchart showing the flow of game mode 4 full stop processing, and (B) is a flow chart showing the flow of game mode 6 entry processing. In the slot machine, (A) is a flowchart showing the flow of the game mode 7 entry process, and (B) is a flowchart showing the flow of the AT continuous lottery process. In the slot machine, (A) is a flowchart showing the flow of game mode 5 lever time processing, and (B) is a flowchart showing the flow of game mode 5 full stop time processing. In the slot machine, (A) is a flowchart showing the flow of game mode 6 lever time processing, and (B) is a flowchart showing the flow of game mode 6 full stop time processing. In the slot machine, (A) is a flowchart showing the flow of game mode 7 lever time processing, and (B) is a flowchart showing the flow of game mode 7 full stop time processing. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the timer interrupt processing in the said slot machine. In the modified mode, (A) is a diagram showing an example of effect control in a game without a bonus movement, and (B) is a diagram showing an example of effect control in a normal game α. In the modified mode, (A) is a diagram showing an effect control example in the abnormality-generating game α-1, and (B) is a diagram showing an effect control example in the abnormality-generating game α-2. In the modified mode, (A) is an example of effect control in the normal game β, and (B) is a diagram showing an example of effect control in the abnormally generated game β-1. In the modified mode, (A) is a diagram showing an example of effect control in the game β-2 in which an abnormality occurs, and (B) is a diagram showing an example of effect control in the game γ after failure to restore the accessory. It is an overview diagram of the slot machine which concerns on other embodiment. It is a figure which shows the display example of the caution image in another embodiment. In another embodiment, (a) is a diagram showing a warning image when displayed on a small image display device, and (b) is a diagram showing a warning image when displaying on a large image display device. In another embodiment, (a) is a diagram showing an image display timing when a game medal is awarded, and (b) is a diagram showing an image display timing when a game medal is not awarded. In another embodiment, (a) is a diagram showing a display image when a cherry combination is won in a normal game, and (b) is a diagram showing a display image when a push order bell combination is won in an AT preparation game. In another embodiment, (a) is a timing chart with specifications that a plurality of stop switches cannot be operated at the same time, and (b) is a timing chart with specifications that a plurality of stop switches can be operated at the same time. It is a timing chart which shows each operation timing within the minimum game time in another embodiment. It is a timing chart which shows an example of the display timing of the attention-calling image in another embodiment. It is a timing chart which shows another example of the display timing of the alert image in another embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the image which is displayed in the order of (a), (b), (c) in another embodiment. It is a figure which shows another example of the image which is displayed in the order of (a), (b), (c) in another embodiment. It is a figure which shows another example of the display position of the caution image in another embodiment. It is a figure which shows the other example of the image which is displayed in the order of (a), (b), (c) in another embodiment. It is a timing chart which shows an example of the alert image display timing at the time of error occurrence in another embodiment. It is a timing chart which shows another example of the alert image display timing at the time of error occurrence in another embodiment. It is a timing chart which shows an example of the alert image display timing at the time of power supply stop in another embodiment. It is a timing chart which shows an example of the attention-calling image display timing at the time of operation of an effect switch in another embodiment.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the above drawings.
In the following description, the "combination determination process" is defined by a plurality of preset combination determination result numbers (composed of one or more game combinations or losses (except when no loss is set)). It means a selection act (also referred to as "combination determination") such as a lottery performed using an electronic device or the like in order to randomly select one or a plurality of combination determination result numbers. Here, the combination determination result number is one or more game combinations (also referred to as "establishment allowable combination" or "winning combination") that are allowed to be established in the game in which the combination determination result number is determined (elected). It defines) or loss.

In addition, when describing "establishment of a game combination", "establishment of a game combination", etc., "establishment" means a game combination corresponding to the determined combination determination result number (a game combination with a payout of a game medal). A combination of symbols (corresponding symbols) constituting a game combination (regardless of whether it is a small combination) or a game combination without payout (re-game combination or special combination) is a predetermined stop mode (for example, a mode in which it is lined up on an effective line described later). It is used as a concept to indicate that it is displayed in. However, regarding the timing of establishment, for example, when the reel stop operation is performed at the timing when the corresponding symbol of the game combination can be stopped and displayed on the effective line, or the corresponding symbol of the game combination is stopped on the effective line. It can be set to an appropriate timing, such as when it is displayed, when the slot machine identifies that the corresponding symbol of the game combination is stopped and displayed on the valid line, or when the identified result is stored in the storage area. ..

Further, in the following description, the provisions necessary for playing a game among the operation (maintenance operation) for inserting a game medal into the medal insertion slot 21, which will be described later, and the credited (stored) game medal by the player. The pressing operation of the 1-BET switch 22 or the MAX-BET switch 23 for using a number of game medals for a game is collectively referred to as a betting operation. In addition, this bet operation, the pressing operation of the clearing switch 24 described later, the tilting operation of the start lever (also referred to as “start switch”) 25, and the pressing operation of the stop switches 26a, 26b, 26c by the player are collectively used in the game. Called an operation. In general, "insertion" in a slot machine means "inserting a game medal into a slot machine" or "using a game medal for a game". There is. In the following explanation, basically, the word "input" is used in the former meaning, and the word "bet" is used in the latter meaning.

Further, the "number of payouts" of game medals means the number of game medals scheduled to be paid out (planned to be acquired by the player) in one game. In addition, the act of paying out the game medal includes the act of actually paying out the game medal from the slot machine (also referred to as "actual payout") and the game medal stored in the slot machine electrically. There is an act of increasing the stored numerical value (also called "storage addition payout"). In this specification, the "number of payouts" of game medals is used synonymously with the "number of acquisitions" of game medals.

Further, the "total difference number" of the game medals means the difference between the total number of game medals paid out and the total number of game medals bet in a predetermined period (which can be arbitrarily set).

Further, "freeze" means that the execution of a predetermined control process related to the progress of the game is delayed for a certain period of time. Freezes are set when the operation of the start lever 25 is accepted (also referred to as "freeze at the start of reel rotation") and freeze set after the rotation of all reels is stopped ("freeze when the reel rotation is stopped"). Also referred to as) can be provided as appropriate. During the freeze period, the game operation by the player is not effectively accepted.

In the following description, the "push navigation" refers to a process (act) of notifying the push order and the push position in order to assist the establishment of the game combination selected by the combination determination. Of the push navigation, the one that assists the establishment of the replaying role is also called "RP navigation" (RP is an abbreviation for replay), and the one that assists the establishment of the winning combination (small role) is also called "winning navigation". Also, when you want to distinguish between the push navigation performed on the main control means side and the push navigation performed on the sub control means side, the former is referred to as "main side push navigation"("main side RP navigation", "main side winning navigation"". ), And the latter is also called "sub-side push navigation"("sub-side RP navigation", "sub-side winning navigation"), or "push navigation production"("RP navigation production", "winning navigation production"). I also call it.

Further, in the following description and drawings, numerical values may be expressed as binary numbers or hexadecimal numbers in addition to decimal numbers. Therefore, in order to distinguish between them, "B" is added to the end of the numerical value when it is expressed in binary, and "H" is added to the end of the numerical value when it is expressed in hexadecimal. In addition, when expressing in decimal, nothing is added to the end of the numerical value.

FIG. 1 shows a slot machine 1 as an embodiment of a gaming machine according to the present invention, and the basic configuration of the slot machine 1 will be described below with reference to FIGS. 1 to 12.
<Appearance of slot machine>
As shown in FIG. 1, the slot machine 1 includes a front door 2 that is openably and closably attached to the front surface of the main body housing. A middle panel assembly 20, a lower panel assembly 30 and a saucer assembly 40 are attached.

At the center of the upper panel assembly 10, the display screen 11a of the image display device (also referred to as “liquid crystal display device”) 11 (see FIG. 2) arranged on the back surface side thereof is arranged so as to face the front. A first effect lamp 12, a second effect lamp 13a, 13b, and a third effect lamp 14a, 14b are arranged in the peripheral portion. Further, a pair of upper speakers 15a and 15b are arranged on the lower left and right sides of the display screen 11a.

At the center of the middle panel assembly 20, a display window W facing the surfaces of the three reels 3a, 3b, 3c arranged side by side in the main body housing is provided, and below the display window W. , A medal slot 21 for inserting a game medal (game medium), a 1-BET switch 22 for betting one game medal within the credited range, and a game with a maximum bet allowance (for example, 3). MAX-BET switch 23 for betting medals at once, clearing switch 24 for paying out bet game medals and / or credited game medals, all reels 3a, 3b, 3c (reel) The start lever 25, which is operated when starting the rotation of the "rotary cylinder"), and the three stop switches 26a, 26b, 26c (left side in the figure) for individually stopping the rotation of the reels 3a, 3b, 3c. The stop switch 26a of the above corresponds to the reel 3a, the central stop switch 26b corresponds to the reel 3b, and the stop switch 26c on the right side corresponds to the reel 3c). A reject switch 27 or the like for returning is provided.

The inside of the medal insertion slot 21 is a receiving passage (leading to the hopper 50 described later) through which the inserted game medal is passed when the inserted game medal is effectively accepted, and the inside is the case where the inserted game medal is not accepted. It branches into a return passage through which the game medals pass (leading to the game medal payout exit 41 described later), and a blocker 48 (see FIG. 2) is provided at the branch portion. The blocker 48 guides the game medals inserted into the medal slot 21 to the receiving passage during the period when the inserted game medals are effectively accepted, and is inserted into the medal slot 21 during the other period. The receiving passage and the returning passage are selectively configured so that one can be opened and the other can be closed so that the game medal is guided to the return passage. In the following description, the ON state of the blocker 48 indicates a state in which the game medal inserted in the medal insertion slot 21 is guided to the receiving passage (game medal acceptable state), and the OFF state of the blocker 48 means that the medal is inserted. It is assumed that the game medal inserted into the mouth 21 is guided to the return passage (game medal unacceptable state).

Further, inside the medal insertion slot 21, three insertion medal sensors 28a, 28b, 28c (see FIG. 2) for detecting a game medal are provided. The inserted medal sensor 28a detects that the inserted game medal has been inserted into the medal insertion slot 21, and is located upstream of the position where the blocker 48 is installed on the passage through which the inserted game medal flows down. It is installed in. The insertion medal sensor 28b detects that the game medal inserted in the medal insertion slot 21 is guided to the receiving passage and is effectively accepted, and is downstream from the position where the blocker 48 is installed (hopper described later). It is located at the position (close to 50). The insertion medal sensor 28c detects that the game medal inserted into the medal insertion slot 21 has passed the branch portion between the receiving passage and the return passage, and is near the branch portion (position where the blocker 48 is installed). It is located at a position slightly closer to the inserted medal sensor 28b).

When both the inserted medal sensor 28a and the inserted medal sensor 28b detect a game medal, it means that the game medal has been inserted into the medal insertion slot 21 and the inserted game medal has been effectively accepted. On the other hand, if the inserted medal sensor 28a detects the game medal but the inserted medal sensor 28b does not detect the game medal, the game medal is inserted into the medal insertion slot 21, but the inserted game medal is effectively accepted. It means that it was returned without. Further, when the three inserted medal sensors 28a, 28b, 28c detect the passage of the game medal in an order different from the predetermined order (the order of 28a, 28c, 28b), or when some of the inserted medal sensors pass the game medal. If is not detected, it means that an abnormal passage such as a backflow of a game medal has occurred.

The display window W is configured so that when all the three reels 3a to 3c are stopped, three symbols for each reel, a total of nine symbols, are visually displayed by the player. The downward-sloping winning line 29 that diagonally connects the upper part of the reel 3a, the middle part of the reel 3b, and the lower part of the reel 3c is a winning line that is activated by betting a specified number of game medals. Yes, it is configured so that the presence or absence of the winning combination is determined by the symbol combination stopped and displayed on the activated winning line. The activated winning line is also referred to as a "valid line".

Further, various display lamps composed of LED lamps and the like are arranged in the slot machine 1. In the present embodiment, the MAX-BET switch indicator lamp 46a, the BET number indicator lamp 46b, the insertable indicator lamp 46c, the game start indicator lamp 46d, the replay indicator lamp 46e, the status indicator lamp 46f, and the number of times indicator lamp are used as indicator lamps. It is provided with 46 g, a storage number display lamp 46h, and a payout number display lamp 46j. These display lamps are configured to be controlled by the main control board 60 (main control means 100) described later.

The MAX-BET switch indicator lamp 46a is lit in a situation where a game medal can be bet, and is arranged inside the MAX-BET switch 23. When the MAX-BET switch 23 is lit, the MAX-BET switch 23 is partially or wholly lit. It is designed to make it shine. Other display lamps are arranged on the side or bottom of the display window W in the middle panel assembly 20.

The BET number display lamp 46b (hereinafter, also referred to as “BET lamp 46b”) displays the number of bet game medals, and is a 1-BET display lamp that lights up when there is only one bet game medal. It is composed of 46bC, a 2-BET indicator lamp 46bB that is lit in the case of two sheets, and a MAX-BET indicator lamp 46bA that is lit in the case of three sheets. The insertable indicator lamp 46c is lit in a situation where a game medal can be inserted, and the game start indicator lamp 46d is lit in a situation where a game can be started by operating the start lever 25. Is to be done. The re-game display lamp 46e is turned on when the re-game combination described later is established in any game and the game medal is automatically bet by the automatic bet process described later.

The status display lamp 46f is lit when the stored (credit) game medal is settled, and the number display lamp 46g is an initial value (for example, "for example") of the number of AT games when AT is set. 30 ”) is displayed, and then the display value of each game and the number of AT games is subtracted by 1, and when the number of AT games to be added is determined, the added number is added and displayed. The stored number display lamp 46h (hereinafter, also referred to as “CRE lamp 46h”) displays the number of stored game medals in 7 segments, and the payout number display lamp 46j is paid out when a small combination described later is established. The number of game medals to be played is displayed in 7 segments. The stored number display lamp 46h and the payout number display lamp 46j are each composed of two 8-segment indicators (consisting of seven segment lamps and a segment lamp indicating a decimal point) in order to display the upper digit number and the lower digit number. Has been done.

Further, the payout number display lamp 46j is also configured to display characters (alphabet) and numbers indicating the type of the error when some abnormality (error) occurs in the slot machine 1. The errors set in this embodiment include HP error, HE error, H0 error, CE error, CP error, CH error, C0 error, C1 error, FE error, E1 error, E5 error, E6 error, E7 error, and the like. There is. The HP error is an error when it is determined that the game medal has accumulated at the medal payout exit of the hopper 50, which will be described later, and the HE error is an error when it is determined that the game medal in the hopper 50 is empty (hopper empty error). The H0 error is an error when it is determined that the game medal has passed the payout sensor abnormally. The CE error is an error when it is determined by the inserted medal sensor that the game medal has accumulated (game medal retention error), and the CP error is an error when it is determined that the inserted game medal has been illegally passed. The C0 error is an error when it is determined that there is an abnormal input in the inserted medal sensor, and the C1 error is an error when it is determined that there is an abnormality in the passage of the inserted medal sensor. The FE error is an error when it is determined that the auxiliary storage 85, which will be described later, is full (auxiliary storage full error), and the E1 error is an error when the contents of the storage device (RAM) are not normal when the power is turned on (RAM). The E5 error is an error (rotational stop error) when the combination of symbols at the time of stopping all rotations becomes abnormal (corresponding symbols constituting a combination other than the establishment allowable combination is stopped and displayed). The E6 error is an error (set value error) when the value (set value) of the set value described later for determining the winning combination determination probability is out of the range, and the E7 error is the update of the built-in random number used in each lottery or the like. This is an error (built-in random number error) when an abnormal state is detected. Each error of E1, E5, E6, E7 (collectively referred to as "E system error") is canceled by the setting change described later, and other errors are canceled by the operation of the reset switch 82 described later. It has become like.

Further, the payout number display lamp 46j also has a function of displaying a navigation number described later, which indicates the operation order (pushing order) of the stop switches 26a to 26c. The payout number display lamp 46j for displaying the navigation number is also referred to as a "main side push order display". Further, the payout number display lamp 46j also has a function of displaying the set value described later at the time of confirming the setting and changing the setting described later. The payout number display lamp 46j for displaying the set value is also referred to as a “set value display”.

A transparent lower panel cover 31 is attached to the central portion of the lower panel assembly 30, and decorative lamps 32a and 32b are arranged at both left and right ends thereof. A semi-transparent lower panel base and a lower panel illuminating lamp (neither of which is shown) provided with a predetermined pattern are attached to the back surface side of the lower panel cover 31, and the lower panel illuminating lamp is lit. By doing so, the design of the lower panel base is configured to be illuminated from the rear surface side.

The saucer assembly 40 is provided with a game medal payout outlet 41 for paying out game medals, and a game medal storage plate 42 for storing game medals so as to face the game medal payout outlet 41. An ashtray 43 is provided on the left side of the game medal storage plate 42. Further, on the left and right sides of the game medal payout outlet 41, a speaker port 45a composed of a large number of small holes facing the front surface of a pair of lower speakers 44a and 44b (see FIG. 2) arranged on the back side of the saucer assembly 40. , 45b are formed.

Further, a hopper 50 (see FIG. 2) for paying out a game medal obtained when a predetermined winning mode is configured as a result of the game is provided in the main body housing, and the hopper 50 is provided. A medal detection unit 51 (see FIG. 2) for detecting a game medal is provided. Further, the hopper 50 has a function of physically accommodating a game medal that has been inserted and effectively accepted. Further, an auxiliary storage 85 (see FIG. 2) for storing game medals overflowing from the hopper 50 is provided in the vicinity of the hopper 50, and the auxiliary storage 85 is in a full state (from the auxiliary storage 85). A full detection unit 86 (see FIG. 2) is provided to detect whether or not the game medal is in a state where it may overflow.

<Reel>
Each reel 3a, 3b, 3c is configured to be rotated by being driven by a stepping motor 35a, 35b, 35c (see FIG. 2), respectively. Further, each reel 3a, 3b, 3c is composed of a translucent member, and a translucent reel tape on which a plurality of types of symbols (see FIG. 3) are displayed is displayed on the outer peripheral surface thereof. It is pasted. Further, back lamps 38a, 38b, 38c (see FIG. 2) are arranged on the inner surface side of each reel 3a, 3b, 3c, and by turning on the back lamps 38a, 38b, 38c, a display window is displayed. The area of each reel 3a, 3b, 3c facing in W is illuminated as a whole from the inner surface side, or a predetermined symbol combination (for example, on the effective line 29 or on the effective line 29, which is stopped and displayed on each reel 3a, 3b, 3c, etc. It is configured to illuminate only a part of each reel 3a, 3b, 3c so as to make the corresponding symbols of the game combinations arranged at different positions from the effective line 29 stand out.

<Basic operation for playing games>
To play a game on the slot machine 1, first bet by actually inserting a game medal into the medal slot 21, or by operating either the 1-BET switch 22 or the MAX-BET switch 23, the range of credits. By betting a specified number of game medals within, the winning line 29 is activated. In the present embodiment, the specified number of game medals required to activate the winning line 29 is set to 3 in each of the non-RT, RT1, and RT2 RT states described later. However, the specified number is not limited to this, and it is possible to change the specified number as appropriate, such as setting the specified number to a different value according to the RT state or the like. Further, a plurality of winning lines may be provided, and the number of activated winning lines and the like may be changed according to the number of bets on the game medal.

Next, when the player operates the start lever 25, the number of bets is determined (the bet game medals are used for the game), the combination determination process described later is performed, and then the minimum game time (minimum game time (). The minimum time that must be secured from the start of rotation of all reels in one game to the start of rotation of all reels in the next game (for example, 4.1).
After confirming that) has passed, each reel 3a to 3c starts to rotate, and a plurality of types of symbols displayed on the outer peripheral surface of the reels 3a to 3c move up and down in the display window W (normally). , From top to bottom) is displayed. Then, when the rotation of the reels 3a to 3c reaches a predetermined speed and becomes a constant speed rotation, each of the stop switches 26a to 26c is activated (the operation of the stop switch can be effectively accepted), and the player can use the stop switch 26a. Is configured to stop the rotation of the reel 3a, the stop switch 26b to stop the rotation of the reel 3b, and the stop switch 26c to stop the rotation of the reel 3c.

Here, if the symbol combination stopped and displayed on the valid line 29 is in a predetermined winning mode (corresponding symbol of a game combination that can win a game medal), the number of cards corresponding to each winning mode. Game medals are paid out by the hopper 50 or added as credits.

<Connection between the control board and each device>
In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, as a main control board for controlling the slot machine 1, three control boards, a main control board 60, a sub-main control board 70A, and a sub-sub control board 70B, are provided (sub). The main control board 70A and the sub-sub control board 70B are collectively referred to as the sub control board 70). Main control related to the progress of the game (including drive control of reels 3a to 3c, combination determination processing, etc.) is performed by a control circuit arranged on the main control board 60, and illumination by lamps such as back lamps 38a to 38c. The control and the like are configured to be performed by a control circuit arranged on the sub-main control board 70A. Further, the effect image display control by the image display device 11 and the sound generation control from the speakers such as the upper speakers 15a and 15b are configured to be mainly performed by the control circuit arranged on the sub-sub control board 70B. There is. Further, information transmission between the main control board 60 and the sub control board 70 can be performed in only one direction from the main control board 60 to the sub-main control board 70A, and the sub-main control board 70A and the sub-sub Information transmission with the control board 70B can be performed in both directions.

The main control board 60 includes a main CPU 61 that performs various arithmetic processes related to the game, a ROM 62 that is a read-only storage device that stores control programs and the like, and a RAM 63 that is a storage device that can write and read information (““ The "RAM" is also referred to as "RWM"), and each drive circuit or the like operates according to the control program stored in the ROM 62 to control the progress of the game in the slot machine 1. It has become like. The ROM 62 and the RAM 63 are non-volatile storage devices, and are configured to hold the stored information even when power is not supplied.

The main CPU 61 has a clock pulse generator 64 for generating a clock pulse (clock signal), a divider 65 for dividing the clock pulse generated by the clock pulse generator 64, and a clock pulse (or divided). A random number generator 66 for generating a random number used for determining a combination or the like and a random number acquisition circuit 67 for capturing a random number generated by the random number generator 66 are connected based on the clock pulse). The clock pulse generator 64 is composed of two oscillators (not shown), and clock signals asynchronous to each other are output from each oscillator. Hereinafter, a clock signal having a predetermined frequency output from one oscillator is referred to as an internal clock, and a clock signal having a predetermined frequency output from the other oscillator (the frequency may be different from the internal clock but may be the same). Is called an external clock. For example, the internal clock is used as the operation clock of the main CPU 61 and the update clock of the random number used for a predetermined lottery other than the combination determination, and the external clock is used as the update clock of the random number used in the combination determination. The main CPU 61, ROM 62, RAM 63, frequency divider 65, random number generator 66, random number acquisition circuit 67, interface circuit 68, etc. may be mounted on one IC chip and configured as a one-chip microcomputer. Further, the main CPU 61 transmits signals to the motor drive circuit 36a, the display lamp control circuit 47, the hopper drive circuit 52, and the sub-control board 70 via the interface circuit 68, and the reel position detection circuits 37a and 37b. , 37c, configured to receive signals from the payout detection signal circuit 53 and the stowed state signal circuit 87.

The motor drive circuit 36a is a circuit for controlling the rotation / stop of the stepping motors 35a, 35b, 35c for rotationally driving the reels 3a, 3b, 3c, respectively, and the display lamp control circuit 47 is a circuit for controlling the rotation / stop of the stepping motors 35a, 35b, 35c, respectively. This is a circuit for controlling the lamp. The reel position detection circuits 37a, 37b, 37c are circuits that transmit each detection signal from a reel sensor (not shown) installed on each of the reels 3a, 3b, 3c to the main control board 60 (detection circuit 37a). Corresponds to the reel 3a, the detection circuit 37b corresponds to the reel 3b, and the detection circuit 37c corresponds to the reel 3c). The hopper drive circuit 52 is a circuit that drives the hopper 50 to pay out the game medals when a small winning combination is established, and the payout detection signal circuit 53 indicates that the game medals are paid out from the hopper 50. This circuit transmits a payout detection signal to the main control board 60 when it is detected by the medal detection unit 51. The storage state signal circuit 87 is a circuit that transmits a storage state signal indicating whether or not the auxiliary storage 85 is full to the main control board 60 according to the detection result of the full detection unit 86.

Further, power from the power supply device 80 is supplied to the slot machine 1 via the main control board 60. A power supply switch 81, a reset switch 82, and a setting key type switch 83 are connected to the power supply device 80, and signals from each of these switches are configured to be transmitted to the main CPU 61 via the interface circuit 68. ing. Further, the main CPU 61 is configured to receive a signal from the setting change switch 84 via the interface circuit 68.

The power switch 81 is a switch that accepts power-on and power-off operations from the power supply device 80 to the slot machine 1, and the reset switch 82 has a predetermined error (an error other than the above-mentioned E system error) in the slot machine 1. When it occurs, it is a switch operated by a game clerk or the like when the cause of the error is removed and the error is resolved. By operating the reset switch 82, the error occurrence information stored in the main control board 60 and the sub control board 70 is cleared, and accordingly, the processing at the time of error resolution is performed by the main control board 60 and the sub control board 70. Will be executed. Further, the setting key type switch 83 is a switch that is operated when the setting confirmation and the setting change of the setting value that determines the degree (rank) of the combination determination probability is performed, and the setting change switch 84 has a plurality of setting values. It is a switch for changing in stages (six stages in this embodiment).

When the front door 2 is open (also referred to as "door open state") and power is being supplied to the slot machine 1 (power switch 81 is ON), the setting key type switch 83 is turned ON. By operating, the setting can be confirmed. Further, in the state where the door is open and the power is not supplied to the slot machine 1 (the power switch 81 is in the OFF state), the setting key type switch 83 is operated in the ON state, and the power switch 81 is operated in that state. Is operated in the ON state (the power is turned on to the slot machine 1), so that the setting can be changed. Further, each time the setting change switch 84 is operated in that state, the set value can be updated step by step. The setting key type switch 83 can be switched between an ON state and an OFF state by inserting a predetermined key member (setting key) into a predetermined lock member provided on the main body side and rotating the switch. There is. In addition, setting confirmation and setting change cannot be executed while the game is being executed (when the game medal is bet (including the case where the game medal is automatically bet) or when the reel is rotating). It is possible to execute it only while waiting for the game. At the time of confirming the setting and changing the setting, the set value is displayed on the payout number display lamp 46j using six integer values of "1 to 6".

The electric power from the power supply device 80 is supplied to the sub-main control board 70A via the main control board 60, and further to the sub-sub control board 70B via the sub-main control board 70A (power supply device 80). Power may be supplied directly to the sub-main control board 70A and the sub-sub control board 70B). A supply voltage monitoring circuit that monitors the voltage supply state on the circuit that supplies power from the power supply device 80 to the main control board 60 and on the circuit that supplies power to the sub-main control board 70A via the main control board 60. (Not shown) are provided respectively. Each supply voltage monitoring circuit determines that the power supply is cut off when the supply voltage drops to a predetermined voltage value, and outputs a power supply cutoff detection signal to the main CPU 61 and the sub-main CPU 71 described later. Further, in each supply voltage monitoring circuit, when the supply voltage returns to a predetermined voltage value (a value different from the voltage value for power failure determination (for example, a high value), but may be the same value). It is determined that the power is turned on, and the power on detection signal is output to the main CPU 61 and the sub main CPU 71. The voltage value at the time of detecting the power failure of the main control board 60 is set to a value higher than the voltage value at the time of detecting the power failure of the sub-main control board 70A, and precedes the sub-main control board 70A. The main control board 60 is configured to perform a process programmed to be executed when the power is turned off (power off process) (the same may be applied to the power on).

Further, the main CPU 61 includes a reel stop signal circuit 91, a start lever 25, input medal sensors 28a, 28b, 28c, and 1-BET switch 22 which are connected to the switch board 90 or mounted on the switch board 90. , Each signal from the MAX-BET switch 23 and the clearing switch 24 is input via the interface circuit 68.

Further, a blocker 48 is connected to the main CPU 61 via an interface circuit 68, and the blocker 48 is configured to be ON / OFF controlled. In the following description, the signal for controlling ON / OFF of the blocker 48 is also referred to as a “blocker signal”. Further, although not shown, the slot machine 1 is provided with a door sensor that detects the open / closed state of the front door 2, and a signal from this door sensor is input to the main CPU 61 via the interface circuit 68. It has become so. The main CPU 61 is adapted to determine whether the front door 2 is in a closed state (also referred to as a “door closed state”) or an open state (door open state) based on a signal from the door sensor.

Further, although not shown, the main CPU 61 is connected to a data counter, a hall computer, or the like via an external connection terminal board or the like when a predetermined gaming state (for example, an AT state or a bonus state) is reached. A predetermined signal (also referred to as an "outer end signal") is output, and the outer end signal is configured to be able to manage the number of times set in the predetermined gaming state and present it to the player.

On the other hand, on the sub-main control board 70A, a sub-main CPU 71 that mainly performs various arithmetic processes related to production management, a ROM 72 that is a read-only storage device that stores control programs and the like, and information can be written and read. A RAM 73, which is a storage device, is arranged, and each drive circuit or the like operates according to a control program stored in the ROM 72 to control the management of image effect and sound effect in the slot machine 1 and control of lamp effect. And so on. The ROM 72 and the RAM 73 are non-volatile storage devices, and are configured to hold the stored information even when power is not supplied. Further, a clock pulse generator and a frequency divider (not shown) are connected to the sub-main CPU 71, and a predetermined process is executed according to the clock signal generated by the clock pulse generator and the frequency divider. It has become.

The sub-main CPU 71 is configured to receive various signals from the main control board 60 via the interface circuit 74 and transmit the signals to the lamp control circuit 18. The lamp control circuit 18 is a circuit that controls the lighting of lamps such as the back lamps 38a to 38c.

Further, the sub-main CPU 71 is configured to transmit various signals to the sub-sub control board 70B via the interface circuit 74 and to receive various signals from the sub-sub control board 70B. Hereinafter, the signal (control signal) transmitted from the main control board 60 to the sub-main control board 70A is also referred to as a “control command”, and the signal (notification signal or effect signal) transmitted from the sub-main control board 70A to the sub-sub control board 70B is also referred to. ) Is also referred to as a "directing command". Further, the signal (state signal) transmitted from the sub-sub control board 70B to the sub-main control board 70A is also referred to as a "state command".

On the sub-sub control board 70B, a sub-sub CPU 75 that mainly performs various arithmetic processes related to control of image effect and sound effect, a ROM 76 that is a read-only storage device that stores a control program, and the like, and information can be written and read. A RAM 77, which is a storage device, is arranged, and by operating each drive circuit or the like according to a control program stored in the ROM 76, control related to image effect and sound effect is performed. The ROM 76 and the RAM 77 are non-volatile storage devices, and are configured to hold the stored information even when power is not supplied.

The sub-sub CPU 75 receives a notification signal or an effect signal from the sub-main control board 70A via the interface circuit 78, transmits a signal to the display device control circuit 16 and the speaker control circuit 17, and also transmits the signal to the sub-main control board 70A. It is configured to send a status signal to. The display device control circuit 16 is a circuit that controls the image display device 11 to display a predetermined effect image, and the speaker control circuit 17 determines the type and volume of sound or the like generated from speakers such as the upper speakers 15a and 15b. It is a circuit to control. The image display device 11 is configured to function as a push display (also referred to as a "sub-side push order display") that displays the operation order (push order) of the stop switches 26a to 26c.

<Reel design arrangement>
In the present embodiment, the symbols displayed by the reels 3a to 3c are arranged as shown in FIG. 3 (“left reel”, “middle reel”, and “right reel” in FIG. 3 are reels 3a, Represents 3b and 3c, respectively). That is, on each reel 3a to 3c, "red seven", "yellow seven", "character", "bar", "bell A", "bell B", "bell C", "watermelon", "cherry" And 10 kinds of "replay" symbols are arranged by a predetermined number. Hereinafter, the reels 3a, 3b, and 3c are also referred to as a left reel, a middle reel, and a right reel, respectively.

<Type of game role>
In the present embodiment, the symbol combinations that are stopped and displayed on the reels 3a to 3c are set as shown in FIGS. 4 to 8, and most of them are symbol combinations (corresponding symbols) that constitute the game combination. ing. As the game combination in the present embodiment, a total of 41 pieces are set, which are 9 re-game combinations of re-game combinations 1 to 9 and 32 small combinations of small combinations 1 to 32. The symbol combinations (corresponding symbols) for establishing each game combination, the number of game medals to be paid out when the game combination is established, and the like are as shown in FIGS. 4 to 8. Although not provided in this embodiment, a special role (bonus role) that triggers a special game (bonus game) performed in a state where the winning probability of a predetermined small role in the combination determination is set higher than usual is set. ) May be provided as a game role.

In the symbol combination-1 of FIG. 4, the corresponding symbols and the like of the replaying combinations 1 to 9 are shown. If the re-games 1 to 9 are established, the game medals will not be paid out, but the next game will be played without reducing the number of game medals held by the player (without inserting new game medals). It is a game role (re-game role) that is permitted. Among them, the establishment of the re-game combination 2 is a condition for transition from the RT1 state or the RT2 state to the non-RT state, which will be described later, and the establishment of the re-game combination 3 to 7 is from the RT1 state to the RT2 state. It is a condition for transition to. For this reason, the replaying combination 2 is also referred to as a “non-RT transition RP”, and the replaying combination 3 to 7 is also referred to as a “RT2 transition RP”.

As shown in FIG. 3 (reel symbols), the symbols "replay" on each reel of the left reel, the middle reel, and the right reel constituting the replay combination 1 are arranged every 5 symbols or less on each reel. There is. As a result, when the replay combination 1 is won, the corresponding symbol "replay / replay / replay" is effectively accepted as the execution timing (effectively accepted) of each reel rotation stop operation (each operation of the stop switches 26a, 26b, 26c). Regardless of the timing (push position)), it is possible to display the stop on the effective line 29 (also referred to as "pulling in"). Like this re-game combination 1, a combination that can draw the corresponding symbol (one of them if there are a plurality of sets) onto the effective line 29 regardless of the operation timing of each stop switch is defined as "100". It is also called "a game role that can be pulled in". In addition, the re-game combination 2 to 4 are also 100% retractable game combinations like the re-game combination 1.

When the replay combination 1 is established, the symbol "replay" is aligned on the effective line 29 that descends to the right, so that the replay combination 1 is also referred to as a "downward right RP". Similarly, when the replay combination 2 is established, the symbol "replay" is aligned horizontally and horizontally in the upper symbol display areas of the left reel, the middle reel, and the right reel. Also called. When the re-game combination 5 is established, the symbol "Red Seven" is aligned in the display window W depending on the push position, and when the re-game combination 6 or the re-game 7 is established, the symbol "character" is aligned depending on the push position. When the replay combination 8 is established in the display window W, the symbol "Yellow Seven" is aligned in the display window W depending on the pushing position. For this reason, the replaying combination 1 is also referred to as "red 7RP", the replaying roles 6 and 7 are referred to as "character RP", and the replaying roles 8 and 9 are also referred to as "yellow 7RP".

In the symbol combination-2 of FIG. 5, the symbol combination-3 of FIG. 6, the symbol combination -4 of FIG. 7, and the symbol combination-5 of FIG. 8 (A), the corresponding symbols of the small winning combinations 1 to 32 are shown. The small winning combinations 1 to 32 are gaming combinations (winning combinations) configured so that a predetermined number of gaming medals are paid out at the time of establishment. When the small winning combination 1 is established, the corresponding symbol "bell A, bell A, bell A / B / C"("/" means "or") is displayed in each upper symbol display area in the display window W. The small winning combination 2 is a winning combination in which the corresponding symbol "bell A, bell A, bell A / B / C" is displayed on the effective line 29 in the display window W when the winning combination is established. For this reason, the small roles 1 and 2 are also referred to as "bell roles". Further, in the small winning combination 1 and 2, in the push order bell (YK numbers 18 to 29) described later, when the operation order (push order) of the stop switches 26a, 26b, 26c by the player is the correct push order described later. It is a role that is established in. The small roles 1 and 2 are 100% retractable game roles, and the number of game medals to be paid out at the time of establishment is set to eight.

Small wins 3 to 23 may be established depending on the push position when the push order by the player is a predetermined push order different from the correct push order in the push order bell (YK numbers 18 to 29). It is a winning combination, and the number of game medals to be paid out at the time of establishment is set to one, which is smaller than the number of payments (8) at the time of establishment of small winning combination 1 and 2. For this reason, the small roles 3 to 23 are also referred to as "bell-removed one-sheet role". The small combination 24 is a game combination that may be established depending on the push position, and when it is established, the symbol "watermelon" is configured to be aligned on the effective line 29 that descends to the right. The small winning combination 32 is a gaming combination that can be pulled in 100%, and depending on the pushing position on the left reel, the symbol "watermelon" is configured to be aligned horizontally in each middle-tier symbol display area in the display window W. .. For this reason, the small role 24 is also referred to as a "downward-sloping watermelon role", and the small role 32 is also referred to as a "middle-stage watermelon role".

Small winning combinations 25 to 27, 31 are winning winning combinations in which the symbol "cherry" can be stopped and displayed in the display window W on the left reel when the winning combination is established. For this reason, the small roles 25 to 27, 31 are also collectively referred to as the "cherry role". In the small winning combination 28, when the symbol combination "bell A, bell A, bell A / B / C" is established, the symbol combination "bell A, bell A, bell A / B / C" is displayed in each symbol display area of the lower left reel, the middle reel, and the middle right reel in the display window W. It is configured to be stopped and displayed. In the small winning combination 29, when the symbol combination "bell A, bell A, bell A / B / C" is established, the symbol combination "bell A, bell A, bell A / B / C" is displayed in each symbol display area of the lower left reel, the middle reel, and the lower right reel in the display window W. It is configured to be stopped and displayed. When the small winning combination 30 is established, the symbol combination "bell A, bell A, bell A / B / C" is displayed in each symbol display area of the upper left reel, the middle reel, and the upper right reel in the display window W. It is configured to be stopped and displayed. For these reasons, the small role 28 is also referred to as a "bell-breaking role", the small role 29 is also referred to as a "small mountain bell role", and the small role 30 is also referred to as a "small V-bell role". The small roles 25 to 31 are game roles that can be drawn in 100%.

The symbol combination-6 of FIG. 8B shows a symbol combination of a specific symbol. In this embodiment, as shown in the figure, three specific symbols from pattern 01 to pattern 03 are set. These are not the corresponding symbols of the game combination, but when the push order bell (any of YK numbers 18 to 29) is selected, the bell role (small role 1, 2) depends on the push order and push position of the stop switch. Alternatively, when the bell-removing combination 1-card combination (small combination 3 to 23) cannot be established, the stop display is displayed on the effective line 29 as a missed eye. Further, it is a condition for transition from non-RT to RT1, which will be described later, that the specific symbols of patterns 01 to 03 are stopped and displayed on the effective line 29. Therefore, the specific symbols of patterns 01 to 03 are also referred to as "RT1 transition symbols". Since these specific symbols correspond to the symbols that are lost, not the corresponding symbols of the game combination, the game medals are not paid out even if they are stopped and displayed.

<Role determination result number>
The combination determination process (role determination) in the present embodiment is performed once in one game, and one or more combination determination result numbers (also referred to as "YK numbers") are selected as the combination determination result. It has become. FIGS. 9 and 10 show the types of YK numbers selected by the combination determination process and the corresponding winning combinations. The "winning name" shown in FIGS. 9 and 10 is given for convenience in order to make it easy to distinguish each YK number. In this embodiment, 39 YK numbers from "0" to "38" are set as shown in the figure.

The YK number 0 is associated with the case where the combination determination result is lost (all the game combinations are not won), and the other YK numbers 1 to 39 are associated with each game combination as the winning combination. .. For example, YK number 2 (re-game A2) is associated with re-game combinations 2 and 9 as duplicate winning combinations, and YK number 23 (winning B2) is associated with small winning combinations 1, 13, 14, 20, and 23. It is associated as a combination, and the small combinations 29 and 30 are associated with the YK number 36 (winning G2) as duplicate winning combinations. Hereinafter, the contents of some YK numbers will be specifically described.

The YK numbers 1 to 17 shown in the combination determination result-1 of FIG. 9 correspond to the combination determination result in which the winning combination is composed of the replaying combination. In the remarks column of FIG. 9, when the winning combination corresponding to each YK number is established, the symbol displayed when the winning combination is established, the transition of the RT state when the winning combination is established, etc. It is written. YK number 1 (re-game A1) and YK number 2 (re-game A2) are associated with the combination determination result including the non-RT transition RP (re-game combination 2) in the winning combination, and one of them is selected. In that case, the reel stop control is performed so that the replay combination 2 is always established regardless of the push order and the push position.

YK numbers 3 to 8 (re-games B1 to B6) have a plurality of re-game combinations including the re-game combination 3 or the re-game combination 4 which is the RT2 transition RP and the re-game combination 2 which is the non-RT transition RP. It is associated as a winning combination, and when any of them is elected, the following reel stop control is performed. That is, when each stop switch is operated according to a predetermined push order (also referred to as "correct answer push order") (also referred to as "push order correct answer"), the re-game combination 3 or the re-game combination, which is the RT2 transition RP. When 4 is always established and each stop switch is operated without following the correct answer pressing order (also referred to as "when the pressing order is incorrect"), the duplicate winning non-RT transition RP
The replaying combination 2 is always established. These YK numbers 3 to 8 are set so that they can be selected only in RT1 described later, and depending on the push order, whether the RT state is promoted (shift from RT1 to RT2) or fall (from RT1 to non-RT). (Whether to shift to) is set as a controlled combination result. In addition, "left", "middle", and "right" described in the remarks column in the table of FIG. 9 mean the stop switches 26a, 26b, 26c, and the order thereof is the operation of each stop switch. It means the order (pushing order). For example, "middle left and right" indicates the push order in which the stop switch is operated in the order of 26a, 26c, 26b, and "middle first" is the push order in which the stop switch 26b is operated first (the second and subsequent push orders are). It does not matter).

In YK number 9 (re-game C) and YK number 10 (re-game D), a plurality of re-game combinations 4 to 7 which are RT2 transition RPs are associated with each other as duplicate winning combinations. These YK numbers 9 and 10 are set to be selectable only in RT1 described later (the winning probability is extremely low), and when this is selected, the RT2 transition RP is always selected regardless of the push order or push position. It is controlled so that it is established, and it is shifted to RT2. When YK number 9 is selected, the symbol "red seven" is aligned in the display window W depending on the push position, and when YK number 10 is selected, the symbol "character" is controlled to be aligned depending on the push position. Further, the YK numbers 9 and 10 are also referred to as chance roles because the selection is a trigger for the transition from the game modes 0 and 1 to the game mode 3, which will be described later.

In YK numbers 13 to 15 (re-games F1 to F3), a plurality of re-games including the re-game 1 and the non-RT transition RP re-game 2 are associated with each other as duplicate winning combinations. When any of YK numbers 13 to 15 is selected, the re-gaming combination 1 is always established when the pushing order by the player is the correct pressing order, and the re-gaming combination 2 is always established when the pushing order is incorrect. Is controlled. These YK numbers 13 to 15 are set so that they can be selected only in RT2, which will be described later, and depending on the push order, whether to maintain the RT state (whether to stay at RT2) or to make the player fall (shift from RT2 to non-RT). Is set as the result of determining the winning combination to be controlled.

YK numbers 16 and 17 (replay games G1 and G2) are set so that they can be selected only in RT2, which will be described later. When the YK number 16 is selected, it is controlled so that the symbol "yellow seven" is aligned in the display window W depending on the push position. In the present embodiment, YK numbers 1 to 9 and YK numbers 13 to 15 are collectively referred to as "pushing order RP".

In the combination determination result-2 of FIG. 10A, YK numbers 18 to 29 in which the small combination 1 or small combination 2 which is a bell combination and a plurality of bell-removing one-card combinations are associated as duplicate winning combinations are provided. Shows. In the present embodiment, the YK numbers 18 to 29 are collectively referred to as a "pushing order bell". Three push orders (corresponding push orders 1 to 3) are set for each push order bell, and the following reel stop control is performed for each. That is, when YK numbers 18 to 21 (winning A1 to A4) are selected, when the pushing order by the player is "left first" (corresponding to the correct pushing order), the small winning combination 1 which is a bell role is always played. It holds, and the probability of "middle first" and "right first" is about 1/4 (
It is controlled so that the bell is removed and one card combination is established with the probability when the push position is randomly determined without pushing the button (the same applies hereinafter).

When YK numbers 22 to 21 (winning B1 to B4) are selected, the small winning combination 1 which is a bell role is always established when the pushing order by the player is "middle first" (corresponding to the correct answer pushing order). , "Left first" (the roles that can be established differ between "left middle right" and "left and right middle") and "right first", there is a 1/4 chance of removing the bell. It is controlled so that one card combination is established. YK number 26
When ~ 29 (winning C1 ~ C4) is selected, when the player's push order is "right first" (corresponding to the correct answer push order), the small role 2 which is a bell role is always established, and "left". Approximately 1 for "first" (the possible roles differ between "left middle right" and "left and right middle") and "right first"
It is controlled so that the bell is removed and one card combination is established with a probability of / 4. If neither the bell role nor the bell removal single combination can be established when the push order bell is selected, one of the specific symbols of patterns 01 to 03 is placed on the effective line 29 as the missing eye. Stop is displayed.

The combination determination result-3 in FIG. 10B shows YK numbers 30 to 38 related to other prizes that do not correspond to the push order bell. The YK number 30 (winning D) is a winning combination determination result (also referred to as a "common bell") in which the small winning combination 1 and 2 which are bell roles are associated as duplicate winning combinations. When this is selected, the reel stop control for establishing the small winning combination 1 or the small winning combination 2 is always performed regardless of the pushing order or the pushing position. The YK number 31 (winning E1) is a combination determination result (also referred to as "weak watermelon") in which the small winning combination 24, which is a downward-sloping watermelon role, is associated as a single winning combination. When this is selected, the small winning combination 24 is established depending on the push position, and the reel stop control for aligning the symbol "watermelon" on the effective line 29 is performed. The YK number 32 (winning E2) is a combination determination result (also referred to as “strong watermelon”) in which the small combination 24 and the small combination 32, which is the middle-stage watermelon combination, are associated as duplicate winning combinations. When this is selected, the small winning combination 32 is established depending on the push position, and the reel stop control for aligning the symbol "watermelon" in the middle stage in the display window W is performed.

The YK number 33 (winning F1) is a combination determination result (also referred to as “weak cherry”) in which small combinations 25 to 27, which are cherry combinations, are associated as duplicate winning combinations. When this is selected, reel stop control is performed to stop and display the symbol "cherry" on the left reel in the display window W depending on the push position. YK number 34 (winning F2) is a combination determination result (also referred to as "middle-tier cherry") in which small roles 25 and 27, which are cherry roles, are associated as duplicate winning combinations. When this is selected, reel stop control is performed to stop and display the symbol "cherry" in the left middle row in the display window W depending on the push position.

The YK number 35 (winning G1) is a combination determination result (also referred to as “bell-breaking prize”) in which the small winning combination 1 as a bell role and the small winning combination 28 as a broken bell role are associated as duplicate winning combinations. When this is selected, the small winning combination 28 is always established regardless of the pushing order or pushing position, and the reel stop control that stops and displays the symbol "bell" in the lower left, middle middle, and middle right in the display window W. Is done. YK number 36 (winning G2) is a combination determination result (also referred to as "bell Koyama / small V winning") in which the small role 29, which is the role of Oyama Bell, and the small role 30 which is the small V bell role are associated as duplicate winning combinations. ). When this is selected, depending on the push position, the small winning combination 29 is established and the symbol "bell" is stopped and displayed in the lower left, middle, and lower right rows in the display window W, or the small winning combination 30 is established. The reel stop control is performed so that the symbol "bell" is stopped and displayed in the upper left, middle, and upper right rows in the display window W.

<Probability of winning combination and setting difference>
In the combination determination process, the probability that each YK number is selected (the combination determination probability) can be set as appropriate, but in the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 11 and 12, the number of lottery positions in the combination determination is set. ing. In each table of the lottery number -1 (replay) in the combination determination shown in FIG. 11 and the lottery number-2 (winning) in the combination determination shown in FIG. 12, random numbers (random number range 0 to 65535) used for the combination determination are shown. The value of the number of lottery numbers assigned to each YK number is described for each RT state and each set value.

As shown in FIG. 11, the YK numbers (YK numbers 1 to 17) in which the re-game combination is included in the winning combination have different combination determination probabilities depending on the RT state (non-RT, RT1, RT2). For example, YK numbers 1 and 2 (replay games A1 and A2) set the winning combination probability to 0 (lottery number = 0) in RT2 (prevent winning), while in non-RT and RT1. Is set so that it can be won. However, the winning combination probability is set higher during non-RT than during RT1. Even if the re-game combination is a YK number included in the winning combination, a combination with the same combination determination probability in each RT state may be provided.

As shown in FIG. 12, for the YK numbers (YK numbers 18 to 38) in which the winning combination (small combination) is included in the winning combination, each lottery is performed so that the combination determination probability does not change even if the RT state changes. The number of units is set to be common to all RTs. If the YK numbers are different, different winning combination probabilities can be set for those YK numbers, but the winning combination determination probabilities of different YK numbers may be set to be the same. For example, in the present embodiment, the winning combinations of YK numbers 18 to 29, which are push order bells, are set to be the same (lottery number = 1610). Although no special role is provided in this embodiment, a special role may be provided. In that case, in the special game (bonus game) started with the establishment of the special role as a trigger, a role determination probability different from that in the non-bonus game may be set.

The winning combination probability of the YK number can be configured to be changeable according to the above-mentioned set value set by the game clerk or the like. In the present embodiment, the setting value is configured in 6 stages of settings 1 to 6, and the YK number whose combination determination probability is changed according to the setting value and the combination determination probability are unchanged even if the setting value is changed. A YK number is provided. Hereinafter, setting so that the winning combination probability is changed according to the set value is referred to as "providing a setting difference". It is arbitrary how to divide the YK number that provides the setting difference (also referred to as "YK number with setting difference") and the YK number that does not provide the setting difference (also referred to as "YK number without setting difference"). It is possible to set in. As an example, the YK number that triggers the lottery that affects the payout rate (the ratio of the number of payouts to the number of game medals used for the game) in the slot machine 1 is the YK number with no setting difference, and the lottery is performed. For the YK number that does not trigger, it may or may not be provided with a setting difference.

Next, an outline of the characteristic configuration of the slot machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 13 to 17.
<Functional block>
As shown in FIG. 13, the slot machine according to the present embodiment mainly describes a betting operation for betting a game medal (for example, an operation of inserting a game medal into a medal insertion slot 21) from a functional point of view. , 1-BET switch 22 or MAX-BET switch 23 pressing operation), reel rotation start operation for rotating each stopped reel 3a to 3c (for example, tilting operation of start lever 25), multiple types of symbols Each reel rotation stop operation for stopping the rotation of the three reels 3a, 3b, 3c (for example, pressing operation of the stop switches 26a, 26b, 26c), bet or stored (credited) game medal. With the operation signal output means 95 that outputs a signal (also referred to as a "game operation signal") corresponding to each game operation performed by the player, such as a clearing operation for paying out (for example, a pressing operation of the clearing switch 24). , The main control means 100 (corresponding to the main control board 60) that performs the main control related to the progress of the game, and the sub control means 200 (corresponding to the sub control board 70) that performs predetermined effect control according to the situation of the game. ) And be prepared.

The main control means 100 is roughly classified into a game state management means 110 that mainly manages the game state, a game progress management means 130 that mainly manages the game progress, and a main communication control that controls communication in the main control means 100. It is configured to include means 150. Of these, the game state management means 110 includes a set value control means 111, an RT state control means 112, a re-game operation control means 113, a bonus game control means 114, a freeze control means 115, a game mode control means 116, and a random number generation. The taking-in means 117 is provided.

Further, the game progress management means 130 includes a reception medal management means 131, a combination determination means 132, an effect group number determination means 133, a reel control means 134, a stop display symbol determination means 135, a payout medal management means 136, and a blocker control means 137. The display lamp control means 138, the push order management means 139, and the lottery group number determination means 140 are provided, and the main communication control means 150 includes a control command transmission means 151 and an outer end signal transmission means 152. In addition, each of the above-mentioned means in the main control means 100 is a hardware such as a main CPU 61, a ROM 62, a RAM 63, an electronic circuit, etc. arranged on the main control board 60 shown in FIG. 2, and a control program and the like stored in the ROM 62 and the like. It is a functional representation of what is composed of software.

(Each means constituting the game state management means 110)
The set value control means 111 is configured to control a numerical value (also referred to as a "management set value") for internally managing a set value (six-step configuration of settings 1 to 6) of a combination determination probability. ing. In the present embodiment, consecutive integer values from 1 to 6 (the integer values of 1 to 6 correspond to the settings 1 to 6 respectively) are used as the management setting values. The data of the management setting value is stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 63, and is referred to when the setting value is confirmed in the combination determination process, and is set when the setting is confirmed or the setting is changed. It is referred to when displaying the set value on the value display (payout number display lamp 46j). Further, the management setting value is changed according to the setting change operation by the game clerk. Specifically, the setting key type switch 83 is operated in the ON state, and each time the setting change switch 84 is turned on in that state, the setting key type switch 83 is updated one by one.

As shown in FIG. 14, the RT state control means 112 is configured to control the setting of three RT states, non-RT, RT1, and RT2. The non-RT is the standard RT state in the present embodiment, and the probability that the replaying combination is selected in the combination determination (the total of the selection probabilities of YK numbers 1 and 2 that can be selected in the non-RT) is standard. It is set to a value (abbreviated as "1 / 7.3").
Further, when the RAM (RAM 63) is initialized, it is set to this non-RT. During this non-RT, the transition to RT1 is made when the condition P1 is satisfied. The condition P1 is that when any of the above-mentioned push order bells (YK numbers 18 to 29) is selected by the combination determination, the winning combination is not established, and the above-mentioned RT1 transition symbol (pattern 01 to 03 specific symbol) Either) is displayed as a stop on the valid line 29.

RT1 is an RT state in which the probability that the replaying combination (YK numbers 1 to 17) is won (the total of the selection probabilities of YK numbers 1 to 10 that can be selected in RT1) is set to be equivalent to that of non-RT. During this RT1, the transition to RT2 is made when the condition P2 is satisfied. The condition P2 is that the corresponding symbol of the above-mentioned RT2 transition RP (any of the replaying combinations 3 to 7) is stopped and displayed on the effective line 29.

In RT2, the probability that the re-game combination will be won (the total of the selection probabilities of YK numbers 11 to 17 that can be selected in RT2) is higher than that in non-RT and RT1 (for example, in the case of setting 1, the abbreviation "1". / 1.
5 ”) is the RT state set. In this RT2, the transition to RT1 is triggered by the satisfaction of the condition P1, and the transition to non-RT is triggered by the satisfaction of the condition P3. The condition P3 is that the corresponding symbol of the above-mentioned non-RT transition RP (replaying combination 2) is stopped and displayed on the effective line 29.

The re-game operation control means 113 is in a state in which the next game is permitted without betting a game medal owned by the player when the re-game combination is established (also referred to as a "re-game operation state"). It is configured to be set to (referred to as). When the re-game operation state is set, information indicating that the re-game operation state is set (also referred to as “re-game operation state information”) is stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 63. Storing the re-game operation status information is also called setting or turning on the re-game operation status flag, and clearing (erasing) the stored re-game operation status information clears the re-game operation status flag. It is also called OFF.

The freeze control means 115 delays the execution of a control process related to the progress of the game (for example, a process of accepting a bet operation, a reel rotation start operation, a reel rotation stop operation, etc.) for a predetermined time when a predetermined condition is satisfied. Is configured to set.

As shown in FIG. 15, the game mode control means 116 is configured to control the settings of nine game modes from the game mode 0 to the game mode 8. The game mode means a game state (also referred to as “main game state”) mainly related to the AT setting state, which is controlled by the main control means side separately from the RT state. Here, the outline of each game mode will be described, and the contents of the game mode to be described in more detail will be described later.

Game mode 0 is a normal (non-advantageous) gaming state in which, on average, the period of stay during the game is the longest. In game mode 0, a lottery for determining whether or not to grant a predetermined privilege (also referred to as "AT acquisition first privilege") according to a combination determination result or the like (also referred to as "AT acquisition first lottery"). Is done. The first privilege for AT acquisition is that in the game mode 4, the winning navigation that notifies the correct answer push order for the push order bell is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 8 times), and after the execution, the predetermined number of times (for example, the maximum) is executed. (Up to 8 times), which means the privilege of obtaining the right to hold the second lottery for AT acquisition, which will be described later. Further, in the game mode 0, counting (counting up) by a counter (also referred to as a “game number counter”) for managing the period (number of games) of staying in the game mode 0 continuously is performed every game. Then, some predetermined processes (collectively referred to as "game number counter value corresponding processes") are performed according to the value of the game number counter, which will be described later.

Further, in the game mode 0, a bonus AT lottery is performed when a predetermined combination determination result (for example, YK numbers 9 and 10 which are chance roles) is selected, and when the bonus AT lottery is won, a predetermined privilege ("" (Also referred to as "BAT privilege"), specifically, 40 games are given as the number of games (also referred to as "BAT game number") that can be executed as a bonus AT game in game mode 3 (BAT game that manages the number of BAT games). "40" is set in the number counter), and 30 games are given as the number of games that can be executed as AT games in game mode 4 (also referred to as "the number of AT games") (the number of AT games that manage the number of AT games). "30" is set in the counter). Further, with the winning of the bonus AT lottery as an opportunity, the game mode 3 is shifted from the next game.

The game mode 1 is an AT precursor game state in which the game mode 0 is shifted from the game mode 0 when the first AT acquisition lottery in the game mode 0 is won and the first AT acquisition privilege is given. In the game mode 1, a predetermined number of games (also referred to as "the number of precursor games in the game mode 1") is set, and when the games of the number of precursor games in the game mode 1 are exhausted, the game mode 2 is set. It has become.

The game mode 2 is an AT-prepared game state in which the game mode 1 is shifted from the game mode 1 when the games corresponding to the number of precursor games in the game mode 1 are consumed in the game mode 1. In this game mode 2, when a predetermined combination determination result (for example, a combination determination result that enables the RT2 transition RP to be established) is selected, a bonus AT lottery is performed, and if this is won, a BAT privilege is given. .. Specifically, when a predetermined combination determination result (for example, a combination determination result that enables the RT2 transition RP to be established) is selected, if the BAT game number counter is set to 1 or more, the next game is started. It shifts to the game mode 3, and when the BAT game number counter is set to 0, it shifts to the game mode 4 from the next game.

The game mode 3 is a game state of the bonus AT that is shifted from any of the game modes 0, 1 and 2, triggered by the winning of the bonus AT lottery. In the game mode 3, a process of adding the number of AT games and a process of converting the number of added AT games into the number of AT stocks (these processes are collectively referred to as "AT addition conversion process") are performed. Will be described later. Further, in the game mode 3, the value of the BAT game number counter value is subtracted for each game, and when the value of the BAT game number counter value becomes "0" (the game corresponding to the number of BAT games is consumed), the next game is performed. To the game mode 4. In game modes 0 and 1, neither RP navigation nor winning navigation is performed, and in game modes 2 and 3, both winning navigation and RP navigation are performed (the winning navigation may not be performed). The game performed in the game mode 3 is also referred to as a "bonus AT game".

The game mode 4 is an AT normal game state shifted from the game mode 2 or the game mode 3. When the game mode 2 is changed to the game mode 4, the value of the winning navigation counter for counting the number of executions of the eight winning navigations permitted to be executed as the first privilege for AT acquisition becomes "8". It is set. The value of the winning navigation counter is subtracted by "1" each time the winning navigation is executed in the game mode 4, and when the counter value becomes "0", a predetermined lottery (also referred to as "second lottery for AT acquisition") is performed. ) Is performed. If the second lottery for AT acquisition is won, a predetermined privilege (also referred to as "second privilege for AT acquisition") is given. The second privilege for acquiring AT is a privilege that the number of AT games for 30 games is given. Specifically, "30" is set in the AT game number counter and AT games (winning navigation and RP navigation are performed). A privilege (a game) that is continuously performed over 30 games (sometimes referred to as a privilege including the AT continuation determination process described later). The set AT game number counter is subtracted by each game "1" while staying in the game mode 4 thereafter.

On the other hand, in the case of non-winning in the second lottery for AT acquisition, the value of the AT game number counter is not set (the initial value is left as "0"), the AT game of 30 games is not performed, and the game mode is performed. Moved to 0. Further, when the game mode 3 is shifted to the game mode 4, the value of the winning navigation counter is not set (the initial value is left as “0”), and the value of the AT game number counter is “30” at the time of the transition. The AT game of 30 games is started from the first game of the game mode 4. The AT game number counter set in this case is also subtracted by "1" for each game.

The winning probability in the second lottery for AT acquisition is set to be different according to the AT acquisition level provided to specify it. There are 6 levels from "0" to "5" for this AT acquisition level, and when the AT acquisition level is 5, it is set to be sure to win in the second lottery for AT acquisition. The AT acquisition level is set to "5" before the transition to the game mode 4 (as will be described later, when the AT acquisition level is set to the high probability state in the game mode 0, the first AT acquisition level is set. It is left as it is when a privilege is given (such as when a privilege is given), and is set to "0" when shifting to game mode 4 in other cases (AT acquisition level value (0 to 5) by lottery etc. at the time of transition). ) May be decided). Further, in the game mode 4, a lottery for determining whether or not to upgrade the AT acquisition level from the time when the value of the winning navigation counter is set to "0" (also referred to as "AT acquisition level upgrade lottery"). Is played every game (in the case of AT acquisition level 5, no further upgrade is performed). The AT acquisition level may be cleared at the time of the AT acquisition process described later or the transition from the game mode 4 to the game mode 0.

Further, in the game mode 4, some processes for deciding whether or not to shift to the game mode 5 or the game mode 6 from the time when the value of the AT game number counter is set until the value becomes “0” (these). The processing of is also collectively referred to as "AT addition specialization transition processing"), which will be described later. Further, in the game mode 4, in the game in which the value of the set AT game number counter reaches "0", a preparatory process for shifting to the game mode 7 (also referred to as "game mode 7 entry process") is performed. .. In this game mode 7 entry process, an AT continuation determination process (a process of executing an AT continuation lottery or the like described later) for determining whether or not to continue the AT game is performed, and the game mode including this point is also performed. 7 The details of the inrush process will be described later.

The game mode 5 is a game state of temporary stay during AT that is temporarily transferred from the game mode 4, and the game mode 6 is a special feature of adding the number of AT stocks that is transferred from the game mode 4 and the number of AT stocks is added. It is a game state of conversion. The game mode 6 may be set for 32 games in a row, or may be set for one game only (the number of set games can be changed as appropriate). In the former case, the game mode 6 is referred to as "game mode 6". It is also referred to as "game mode 6 for continuous stay", and the game mode 6 in the latter case is also referred to as "game mode 6 for single stay". Further, the games performed in the game mode 4, the game mode 5, and the single-stay game mode 6 are collectively referred to as the "first AT game", and the games performed in the continuous stay game mode 6 are referred to as the "second AT". Also called "game". The continuous stay game mode 6 in which the second AT game is performed is the game state that is most advantageous for the player. While the first AT game and the second AT game are being executed, the winning navigation and the RP navigation are performed, but the value of the AT game number counter is not subtracted (may be performed) while staying in the game modes 5 and 6. ). The contents of the processing performed in the game modes 5 and 6 will be described later.

The game mode 7 is a game state of AT continuation determination which is shifted from the game mode 4 when the value of the AT game number counter reaches “0” in the game mode 4. In this game mode 7, a predetermined number of games (which may be determined by lottery) are played, and an AT continuous lottery similar to that performed in the game mode 7 entry process is performed every game. The contents of the processing performed in the game mode 7 including this point will be described later. The game performed in the game mode 7 is also referred to as an "AT continuation determination game".

The game mode 8 is a game state of the service AT shifted from the game mode 7. In this game mode 8, only a predetermined number of games are set (for example, 10 games are set, but the number of games may be determined by lottery or the like), and during the set period, AT games are set according to the combination determination result. The process of adding numbers is performed every game. Therefore, the gaming state is more advantageous for the player than the gaming mode 4. In the game mode 8, when the predetermined number of games is exhausted, the game mode 4 is entered.

The above-mentioned nine game modes may be divided into a game mode belonging to a normal section and a game mode belonging to an advantageous section. The normal section is a period during which push navigation (winning navigation and RP navigation) is not performed, and information that can determine the push order (information such as YK number and navigation number) is not transmitted from the main control means side to the sub control means side. But it is also. Further, the normal section is also a period during which a lottery (for example, the first lottery for AT acquisition) for determining whether or not to shift to the advantageous section can be performed. Game mode 0 corresponds to a game mode belonging to a normal section.

The advantageous section is a period during which push navigation can be performed, and is also a period during which information capable of determining the push order may be transmitted from the main control means side to the sub control means side. Further, in the advantageous section, a lottery for changing the performance of the advantageous section (for example, an AT acquisition level upgrade lottery, a bonus AT lottery), a process of adding the number of games in the advantageous section (for example, an AT addition conversion process), etc. are performed. It is also a period that can be done. Game modes 1 to 8 correspond to game modes belonging to an advantageous section. Further, in the advantageous section, a section indicator (DP segment lamp other than the 7-segment lamp among the payout number display lamps 46j) for notifying the player that the advantageous section is in progress may be turned on. While staying in the advantageous section, the winning navigation may be performed at least once (in this case, if the winning navigation has not been performed even once, the normal section cannot be performed).

Further, an upper limit (for example, 1500 games) for continuous stay in an advantageous section may be set. Further, when the upper limit is reached and the advantageous section is ended, all the information related to the advantageous section (for example, the value of the AT game number counter, the value of the AT stock number counter, etc.) is cleared. good. When the upper limit is reached and the advantageous section is ended, the winning navigation may not be performed even once during the stay in the advantageous section. In addition, when the lottery for deciding whether or not to shift to the advantageous section and the lottery for changing the performance of the advantageous section are performed based on the combination determination result, only the combination determination result with no setting difference should be performed. In particular, the lottery for changing the performance of the advantageous section may be performed based on conditions other than the combination determination result. Then, in that case, it may be performed without referring to the set value.

Returning to FIG. 13, the random number generation / acquisition means 117 is composed of the above-mentioned CPU 61, clock pulse generator 64, frequency divider 65, random number generator 66, and random number acquisition circuit 67, and random numbers used in various lottery are generated. Generate and capture. In this embodiment, four 16-bit random numbers RL0 to RL3 (4ch; ch is an abbreviation for "channel") capable of generating a random number sequence having a numerical range of up to "0 to 65535" and a maximum of "0 to" It has four (4ch) 8-bit random numbers RS0 to RS3 that can generate a random number sequence in the numerical range up to 255, and each of them can independently generate a random number sequence. Since the random numbers generated by these random numbers RL0 to RL3 and RS0 to RS3 are updated based on the clock signal generated by the clock pulse generator 64, they are sometimes called hardware random numbers (hard random numbers). Although not shown, the present embodiment includes a random number generation means different from the random number generation / acquisition means 118. This random number generating means is composed of the above-mentioned CPU 61 and RAM 63, and has a random number capable of generating a random number sequence in a predetermined numerical range as a random number used for determining a combination or the like. Since this random number is updated based on the program, it is sometimes called a software random number (soft random number).

(Each means constituting the game progress management means 130)
The receiving medal management means 131 is detected by the inserted medal sensor 28b, which is guided to the receiving passage and is actually accepted among the game medals (also referred to as “inserted game medals”) inserted from the medal insertion slot 21. It is configured to control whether a game medal (also referred to as an "accepted game medal") is a game medal that is directly bet or a game medal that is credited. In the present embodiment, if the number of bets does not reach the maximum bet allowable number (the number of bets required to execute the game (specified number "3")), the accepted game medal is directly bet on the game medal. If the number of bets has reached the maximum number of bets and the number of credits has not reached the maximum number of credits (for example, "50"), the accepted game medal is configured to be a credited game medal. ing.

Further, the receiving medal management means 131 automatically bets processing (without reducing the number of game medals held by the player, the same number of game medals as the number of bets in the previous game is generated in the game set to the re-game operation state. It is configured to perform the process of setting the bet state), but if the number of credits does not reach the maximum credit allowance, the accepted game medal is regarded as a credited game medal. If the number of bets has reached the maximum number of bets and the number of credits has reached the maximum number of credits, the inserted game medals will not be accepted and will be returned.

The combination determination means 132 has a plurality of combination determination results (YK numbers) based on a preset combination determination probability triggered by the operation of the start lever 25 (the operation of the start lever 25 is effectively accepted). It is configured to perform a combination determination process (combination determination) for selecting at least one YK number from among them. This combination determination process is performed using the random number generated by the 16-bit random number RL0 described above. Specifically, the random number generated by the 16-bit random number RL0 is taken in when the start lever 25 is operated. Then, when performing the combination determination process, the captured random numbers are read, a predetermined soft random number is added to the read random numbers, and the added random numbers are used to select the combination determination result number. There is. The winning combination result number may be selected by using the read random number without adding the predetermined soft random number.

The combination determination process is performed with reference to a predetermined combination determination table (not shown) set in advance. The combination determination table has a configuration in which lottery number data corresponding to each winning item is stored in a predetermined storage area (plural addresses) in the ROM 62 for each set value. When one or more YK numbers are selected in the combination determination process, the game combination corresponding to the selected YK number becomes the winning combination in the game. The selected YK number information is stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 63, but the YK number information stored in one game is the information of the game regardless of whether or not a small role or a re-game combination is established. It is cleared (reset to "0") after the end.

The effect group number determining means 133 is configured to perform a process of generating information on the effect group number from the information of the YK number selected by the combination determination process. This effect group number (for example, the effect group number from "0" to "10" is used) is associated with each YK number selected by the combination determination process, and in particular, the game is played depending on the difference in the pressing order. One production group number can be associated with a group of YK numbers that have the above advantages and disadvantages (influence on ball output) and a difference in the number of game medals paid out (number of acquired medals). It has become.

On the other hand, the difference in the push order does not affect the advantages and disadvantages of the game (there is no effect on the payout), and the YK number of the re-game role, and the difference in the push order causes the difference in the number of game medals paid out (number of acquisitions). For small winning combination (winning combination) YK numbers that do not cause On the other hand, it is not necessary to associate one effect group number. For example, the effect group number having the same value as the value of the YK number may be associated.

The YK number information may not be transmitted to the sub-control means, but the effect group number information may be transmitted instead. As for the effect group number, one effect group number is associated with a plurality of YK numbers for the YK number, which is advantageous or disadvantageous to the player depending on the order of pressing. Therefore, only the information of the effect group number is used depending on the order of pressing. Although it is possible to specify the general content that the winning combination is obtained with different winning combinations, it is not possible to specify which correct answer pressing order corresponds to the winning YK number. Therefore, even if the information transmission path from the main control means to the sub control means is illegally accessed and the information of the effect group number is illegally acquired, useful information (information such as the correct answer pressing order) can be obtained from the information. Since it cannot be done, such fraudulent activities can be deterred. In addition, the sub-control means may change the color and content of the background of the image effect according to the type of the gaming combination that has been won by the combination determination process. Therefore, by associating a common effect group number with a plurality of YK numbers belonging to the same category, the sub-control means that has received the information of the effect group number will be in that category according to the information. It is also possible to produce an image according to the situation.

Regardless of whether or not it is necessary to notify the pressing order, the effect group number may be determined and the information may be transmitted to the sub-control means (this may simplify the control program). On the other hand, the effect group number is determined only in the situation where it is not necessary to notify the push order, and the YK number information is transmitted as it is to the sub-control means without determining the effect group number in the situation where it is necessary to notify the push order. You may try to do it. In addition, the effect group number is determined regardless of whether or not it is necessary to notify the push order, but in a situation where it is necessary to notify the push order, the value of the YK number is determined as it is as the value of the effect group number. May be good.

In the reel control means 134, the start lever 25 has been operated (start lever 25).
After confirming that the minimum game time has elapsed, the reels 3a to 3c are started to rotate, and all the reels that have started to rotate are in a constant speed rotation state. After that, when the stop switches 26a, 26b, 26c are sequentially operated (each operation of the stop switches 26a to 26c is effectively accepted), the corresponding reels 3a to 3c are sequentially stopped from rotating. It is configured in.

The rotation stop control of each reel 3a to 3c is based on each stop table (not shown) set (set) according to the combination determination result selected by the combination determination process, and the operation mode (push) of the stop switches 26a to 26c is performed. It is done according to the order, operation timing, etc.). Each reel 3a to 3c is set so that each reel 3a to 3c is stopped within a predetermined stop allowable time (for example, 190 milliseconds) from the timing when the stop switches 26a, 26b, 26c are operated (in the present embodiment). It is performed (within the range of the maximum number of sliding frames of 5 frames).

That is, when a predetermined game combination is selected as a winning combination as a result of the combination determination process, the corresponding symbol of the selected gaming combination is stopped on the valid line 29 as much as possible within the range of the stop allowable time. As is displayed, in the case of a loss, the reels 3a to 3c are stopped and controlled so that the corresponding symbols of any of the game combinations are not stopped and displayed on the effective line 29. In addition, when a special role is provided, if a re-game role or a small role is won while the special role is carried over, priority is given to the re-game role and the small role (priority is given to the re-game role). It may be set higher, but it can be changed.) The reel rotation stop control of giving priority to the replaying combination or giving priority to the small winning combination may be performed.

The stop display symbol determination means 135 determines which symbol is the symbol that is stopped and displayed by the reels 3a to 3c, and whether the game combination is established from the combination of the symbols that are stopped and displayed on the effective line 29. It is configured to determine whether or not.

The payout medal management means 136 adds the number of game medals corresponding to the small winning combination established when the small winning combination is established to the number of credits when the number of credits does not reach the maximum credit allowance. Therefore, when the number of credits has reached the maximum credit allowance, the actual payout for driving the hopper 50 via the hopper drive circuit 52 is performed. Further, when the clearing operation (pressing operation of the clearing switch 24) is effectively accepted, the payout medal management means 136 transfers the bet number of game medals or the credited number of game medals to the hopper 50. It is designed to be driven and refunded.

The blocker control means 137 outputs a blocker signal for controlling the blocker 48 described above so as to switch the blocker 48 between an ON state (game medal acceptance state) and an OFF state (game medal acceptance state). It is configured in. When the blocker 48 is turned off, the game medals inserted into the medal insertion slot 21 are guided to the return passage and returned. However, the insertion of the game medal is detected by the insertion medal sensor 28a.

The display lamp control means 138 includes the above-mentioned various display lamps (MAX-BET display lamp 46a, BET lamp 46b, insertable display lamp 46c, game start display lamp 46d, re-game display lamp 46e, status display lamp 46f, number of times. The indicator lamp 46g, the CRE lamp 46h, and the payout number indicator lamp 46j) are configured to be controlled for lighting and extinguishing via the display lamp control circuit 47. When the payout number display lamp 46j functions as the main push order alarm, the payout number display lamp 46j is controlled by the push order management means 139.

The push order management means 139 selects a navigation number (for example, one of "0" to "6") corresponding to the push order to be notified according to the combination determination result (YK number) selected by the combination determination process. It is designed to do. In this embodiment, each navigation number is set as shown in the navigation number-corresponding push order-display content correspondence table of FIG. The navigation number 0 is selected when the push order is not notified, and the corresponding push order is "unknown". The navigation numbers 1 to 6 are selected when it is desired to notify the order from the first push to the third push, and the corresponding push order is set as shown in FIG. For example, the corresponding push order of the navigation number 2 is "left and right middle", and the corresponding push order of the navigation number 5 is "right and left middle". If the push order (correct answer push order) you want to notify is one of three choices, that is, "left first", "middle first", or "right first", press it with six choices. The navigation numbers are displayed in order. Specifically, when the correct answer push order is "left first", one of the push order of "left middle right" or "left and right middle" is selected by lottery, etc., and the navigation number corresponding to the selected push order. (For example, if "middle left and right" is selected, the display is performed based on the navigation number 2). If the correct answer push order is "middle first", either "middle left or right" or "middle right left" is selected by lottery, etc., and if the correct answer push order is "right first", "right left" The push order of either "middle" or "right, middle, left" is selected by lottery or the like.

Further, the push order management means 139 is also configured to make the payout number display lamp 46j function as a main side push order alarm and perform push navigation (main side push navigation) by notifying the selected navigation number. There is. Specifically, this push navigation uses two 7-segment lamps (hereinafter, may be abbreviated as "7-segment") provided on the payout number display lamp 46j to notify the navigation number. FIG. 17 shows an example of the notification mode. FIG. 17A is an embodiment in which the navigation number 2 is displayed, and “=” is displayed on the left 7-segment display and “2” is displayed on the right 7-segment display. FIG. 17C shows an embodiment in which the navigation number 4 is displayed, in which "=" is displayed on the left 7-segment display and "4" is displayed on the right 7-segment display. The “=” displayed on the left 7-segment is for distinguishing from the case where the payout number is displayed on the payout number display lamp 46j. When the navigation number 0 is selected, the payout number display lamp 46j does not display (see FIG. 16 for the correspondence between each navigation number and the display content by the payout number display lamp 46j). Of course, "=" may be displayed on the left 7-segment and "0" may be displayed on the right 7-segment, or "0" may be displayed on both the left 7-segment and the right 7-segment. , "0" may be displayed only on the right 7-segment display.

Returning to FIG. 13, the lottery group number determining means 140 is configured to determine the lottery group number used for selecting the winning value in various lottery according to the YK number selected by the combination determination process. .. In the present embodiment, 10 lottery group numbers from 0 to 9 are provided as lottery group numbers, and the YK numbers determined in the combination determination are divided into 10 groups (included in all groups). Any YK number may be provided), and one of the lottery group numbers is associated with each group. In the present embodiment, the YK numbers 31 and 35 are the lottery group number 0, the YK numbers 18 to 30 are the lottery group number 3, the YK number 34 is the lottery group number 4, and the YK number 33 is the lottery group number 6. The method of associating can be arbitrarily determined, but for example, the lottery group numbers are the lottery group numbers having no setting difference (for example, lottery group numbers 1 to 8) and the lottery group numbers having different settings (for example,). Roughly divided into lottery group numbers 0 and 9), lottery group numbers with no setting difference are associated with groups consisting only of YK numbers with no setting difference, and lottery group numbers with setting differences have setting differences. It may be associated with a group including a YK number. In addition, the correspondence is changed based on the game mode state and the RT state, many types of lottery group numbers are set in normal times, the probability of lottery for AT acquisition is set in detail according to the combination lottery result, and AT. In the middle, the types of lottery group numbers may be set to be small, and the winning probability such as an additional lottery may be roughly set.

(Each means constituting the main communication control means 150)
The control command transmitting means 151 is configured to transmit a control command including various information about the game at a predetermined timing. For example, as a control command to be transmitted before the start lever is operated, a control command (also referred to as a "game mode command") including information indicating which game mode is set, and which RT state is set. There are control commands (also referred to as "RT commands") that include information indicating whether or not the game is played, and control commands (also referred to as "operating state commands") that include information indicating the operating state of the replay. Further, as the control command to be transmitted when the start lever is operated, for example, a control command including information on the navigation number (also referred to as "navigation number command") and a control command including information on the effect group number ("" There is also a production group number command). In addition to this, the start lever includes control commands including information on set values, control commands including information on the values of various counters such as AT game counters, and control commands including information indicating the content of effects to be executed by the sub-control means. May be transmitted before the operation, when the start lever is operated, or when the start lever is operated.

Further, the control command transmitting means 151 is triggered by the confirmation that the minimum game time has elapsed, and the control command ("" It is also called a "full-turn reel rotation start command"). Further, when the first stop operation (operation of the stop switch for stopping the first reel) is accepted, a control command (“first stop acceptance”) including information indicating that the first stop operation is accepted is received. A control command (also referred to as a "first stop command") that includes information on the first cylinder stop is transmitted and triggered by the first cylinder stop (stopping the reel corresponding to the first stop operation). ) Is sent. Similarly, when the second stop operation (operation of the stop switch for stopping the second reel) is accepted, a control command (“second stop”) including information indicating that the second stop operation is accepted is received. A control command (“second stop command”) that includes information on the second body stop, triggered by the second body stop (stopping the reel corresponding to the second stop operation), while sending a reception command). Also called). Similarly, when the third stop operation (operation of the stop switch for stopping the third reel) is accepted, a control command (“third stop acceptance”) including information indicating that the third stop operation is accepted is received. A control command (also referred to as a "third stop command") that includes information on the third cylinder stop is transmitted and triggered by the third cylinder stop (stopping the reel corresponding to the third stop operation). ) Is sent. Further, a control command (also referred to as "all stop command") including information on all rounds stop before determining the stop symbol, and a control command including information on the number of game medals to be paid out after determining the stop symbol ("number of payouts"). Also called "command"). Communication between the main control means 100 and the sub control means 200 (sub-main control means 200A) is possible only in one direction from the former to the latter.

The outer end signal transmitting means 152 is configured to transmit an outer end signal to a data counter, a hall computer, or the like when a predetermined gaming state is reached. For example, a BB signal may be transmitted as an outer end signal. This BB signal is turned on when transitioning from the normal section to the advantageous section, and turned off when transitioning from the advantageous section to the normal section.

On the other hand, the sub-control means 200 includes a sub-main control means (also referred to as "first sub-control means") 200A that mainly manages (instructs) lamp effect, image effect, and sound effect, and mainly image effect and sound effect. The sub-sub control means (also referred to as "second sub-control means") 200B for controlling (executing) the above is provided.

The sub-main control means 200A is roughly divided into an effect management means 210 and a sub-main communication control means 230. The effect management means 210 includes a game effect management means 211, a notification effect management means 212, and a lamp effect control means 213, and the sub-main communication control means 230 includes a control command receiving unit 231, an effect command transmitting means 232, and a state command. The receiving means 233 is provided. The above-mentioned means in the sub-main control means 200A are hardware such as a sub-main CPU 71, ROM 72, RAM 73, and electronic circuits arranged on the sub-main control board 70A shown in FIG. 2, and a control program stored in the ROM 72. It is a functional representation of what is composed of software such as.

(Each means constituting the production management means 210)
The game effect management means 211 mainly determines the execution time of the image or sound effect (hereinafter referred to as "game effect") executed by the sub-sub control means 200B for the purpose of improving the interest of the game and the playability. It is configured to be managed based on a control command from the control means 100. The game production includes, for example, continuous production, single-shot production, assist production, and the like.

The continuous effect is an effect that is continuous over a plurality of game periods, and mainly uses the image display device 11 to display an image that becomes a continuous story over a plurality of game periods. Examples include those that display an effect image or the like that symbolizes that the player is staying in a predetermined game mode (for example, game mode 6). In addition, when performing a continuous effect or a single-shot effect described below, the effect lamps 12, 13a, 13b, 14a, 14b and the decorative lamps 32a, 32b are used, or the speakers 15a, 15b, 44a, 44b are used. You may combine the effects that you had.

The single-shot effect is an effect that is executed in a single-shot manner when a specific situation occurs in the progress of the game. For example, there is an effect that the image display device 11 displays an image that implies the winning expectation of the game combination when each reel is rotated. Further, when the number of AT games is added in the main control means 100, the value of the added number of AT games (for example, characters such as "+30") is displayed on the display screen 11a of the image display device 11. Production is also an example of one-shot production.

The assist effect is an effect for supporting the player, and in the present embodiment, the push navigation effect is mainly performed according to the information of the navigation number transmitted by the navigation number command from the main control means 100. This push navigation effect (sub-side push navigation) uses the image display device 11 as a sub-side push order display to display the push order (correct answer push order) according to the navigation number to the player on the display screen 11a. It is a one-shot production to be displayed on. In the present embodiment, the RP navigation effect corresponding to the above-mentioned RP navigation (sub-side RP navigation) and the winning navigation effect corresponding to the winning navigation (sub-side winning navigation) are executed.

As a specific mode of the push navigation effect, for example, when a navigation number command including information of the navigation number 2 (corresponding push order "left and right middle") is received, it corresponds as shown in FIG. 17 (B). When the numbers indicating the pressing order are displayed side by side in the order of "1, 3, 2" from the left side and the navigation number command including the information of the navigation number 3 (corresponding pressing order "middle left and right") is received, FIG. 17 As shown in (D), an example is an embodiment in which numbers indicating the corresponding push orders are arranged in the order of "2, 1, 3" from the left side and notified.

Further, when displaying from the first push order to the third push order, as shown in FIG. 17 (E), when the player operates the first stop switch according to the displayed first push order, the first stop switch is displayed. The display of the push order is turned off, the display of the second push order is turned off when the player operates the second stop switch according to the displayed second push order, and the player stops the third stop according to the displayed third push order. The display of the third pressing order may be turned off when the switch is operated. Further, when the player operates the stop switch in an order different from the displayed push order, the push order navigation effect may be terminated immediately. Further, when displaying the pressing order, the voice "Naka", the voice "Hidari", and the voice "Migi" are output from the speakers 15a, 15b, etc. in association with the operation to be performed next. You may. Furthermore, the production lamp 1
3a may be associated with "left", the effect lamp 12 may be associated with "middle", and the effect lamp 13b may be associated with "right" so as to emit light or blink in association with the operation to be performed next.

The notification effect management means 212 mainly determines the execution time of the image or voice effect (hereinafter referred to as “notification effect”) executed by the sub-sub control means 200B for the purpose of notifying the player of information about the game. It is configured to be managed based on a control command from the control means 100. As the notification effect, for example, an error notification effect for notifying the occurrence of an error with text information such as "error occurrence", or "image preparation" for an image being prepared when the power is turned off and restored. Examples include the effect of notifying with text information. In addition, in order to prevent the player from being excessively absorbed in the game (immersion), an effect of displaying an image (also referred to as a "caution image") containing character information for calling the player's attention is also notified. It is given as an example of production.

The lamp effect control means 213 is configured to control various lighting effects using the effect lamps 12, 13a, 13b, 14a, 14b, the decorative lamps 32a, 32b, and the back lamps 38a to 38d.

(Each means constituting the sub-main communication control means 230)
The control command receiving means 231 is configured to receive a control command from the main control means 100 and store it in a predetermined storage area such as a RAM 73 (for example, a command buffer for the received control command).

The effect command transmission means 232 is configured to transmit an effect command (for example, an effect command including image information) including various information related to the effect to the sub-sub control means 200B based on the control command from the main control means 100. ing.

The state command receiving means 233 receives a state command (for example, a state command including information that a reception error of an effect command has occurred) from the sub-sub control means 200B, and receives a predetermined storage area such as a RAM 73 (for example, received). It is configured to be stored in the command buffer for status commands).

The sub-sub control means 200B is roughly divided into the effect execution control means 250 and the sub-sub communication control means 270 with respect to the sub-main control means 200A configured as described above. The effect execution control means 250 includes a game effect execution control means 251 and a notification effect execution control means 252, and the sub-sub communication control means 270 includes an effect command receiving means 271 and a state command transmitting means 272. The above-mentioned means in the sub-sub control means 200B are hardware such as a sub-sub CPU 75, ROM 76, RAM 77, and electronic circuits arranged on the sub-sub control board 70B shown in FIG. 2, and software such as a control program stored in the ROM 76. It is a functional representation of what is composed of hardware.

(Each means constituting the effect execution control means 250)
The game effect execution control means 251 is configured to control the image display device 11, the speakers 15a, 15b, and the like based on the effect command from the sub-main control means 200A, and execute the above-mentioned game effect.

The notification effect execution control means 252 is configured to control the image display device 11, the speakers 15a, 15b, and the like based on the effect command from the sub-main control means 200A, and execute the above-mentioned notification effect.

(Each means constituting the sub-sub communication control means 270)
The effect command receiving means 271 is configured to receive an effect command from the sub-main control means 200A and store it in a predetermined storage area such as a RAM 77 (for example, a command buffer for the received effect command).

The state command transmitting means 272 is configured to transmit the above-mentioned state command to the sub-main control means 200A.

The transmission of the control command from the control command transmission means 151, the transmission of the effect command from the effect command transmission means 232, and the transmission of the state command from the state command transmission means 272 are all performed by the serial communication method (parallel). It may be done by the communication method). Further, each of the transmission means 151, 232, 272 has the same configuration, and is a command buffer (also referred to as “CB”) as a storage area for temporarily storing a command to be transmitted, and writing or reading a command to be transmitted. It is provided with a command processing unit that performs processing such as, and a command transmission unit that transmits commands by serial communication.

The CB has a plurality of storage areas distinguished by each address, and is configured to store 1 byte of command data in each storage area. The command processing unit generates command data to be transmitted, writes it to the address area indicated by the CB write pointer, reads previously written command data from the address area indicated by the CB read pointer, and commands it. It is configured to write to the TDR (transmission data register) of the transmission unit. The command transmission unit is configured to transfer the command data written in the TDR to a TSR (transmission shift register), serially convert the command data there, and transmit the command data.

When using the parallel communication method, the previously written command data is read from the address area indicated by the CB read pointer, and the command data is sent to a predetermined output port (output port for transmitting to the sub-control means). It is configured to send by writing to. One command in this embodiment usually has a 2-byte configuration (the checksum has a 1-byte configuration). Further, the communication method is a pace synchronization type (asynchronous type), and has a 1-bit stop bit and a 1-bit parity bit (even parity) (the communication method and command configuration can be changed as appropriate).

<< Processing for game counter value >>
Next, a specific example of the game number counter value correspondence process performed in the game mode 0 will be described with reference to FIGS. 18 and 19. In the game mode 0, the following first and second processes are performed as the game number counter value corresponding processes. The first process is a lottery for determining whether or not to set the probability state setting flag when the value of the game number counter reaches each predetermined elapsed value (for example, 100, 300, 600, 950). It is also called "probability state setting flag set lottery"). Probability state setting flag set When you win the lottery, the probability state setting flag is set, and after setting the probability state setting flag, every game (however, a role that can be advantageous to the player is won, and a production that suggests that, etc. The period during which is executed may be excluded), and the probability state setting lottery is performed. In the probability state setting lottery, the state related to the occurrence rate of privilege grant is set to the normal probability state (state in which it is relatively difficult to grant privilege), or the high probability state (state in which privilege is relatively easy to be granted). ) Is a lottery to decide whether to set (a high probability state may be set in multiple stages).

Probability state setting flag set An example of the correspondence between the selection values 0,1 (0 is non-winning, 1 is winning) selected in the lottery and the number of lottery numbers (the total numerical range of random numbers used in the lottery is "256"). , It is shown in the probability state setting flag set lottery number table (game number counter value = 100,300,600,950) of FIGS. 18A to 18D. As shown in the figure, in each probability state setting flag set lottery number table, there is no setting difference in the selection probability of each selection value (the lottery number corresponding to each selection value is set in common from setting 1 to 6). ing). Further, when the value of the game number counter is 950, the winning probability is set extremely high. In the probability state setting lottery number table of FIG. 19, the correspondence between each selection value 0 to 4 selected in the probability state setting lottery and the number of lottery numbers (the total numerical range of the random numbers used in the lottery is "256"). An example is shown. As shown in the figure, even in this probability state setting lottery number table, there is no setting difference in the selection probability of each selection value. When one selection value is selected in the probability state setting lottery, the period of the number of games corresponding to the selected selection value is set to the high probability state.

Even when the game number counter has a value different from each of the above-mentioned elapsed values, the probability state setting flag set lottery may be performed. In that case, the probability state setting flag set lottery may be performed unconditionally for each game, or the probability state setting flag set lottery may be performed only when a predetermined condition is satisfied, such as when a predetermined combination determination result is selected. You may do it. Further, the winning probability in the probability state setting flag set lottery in this case may be set lower than the winning probability in the probability state setting flag set lottery performed when the value of the game number counter is each of the above-mentioned elapsed values. ..

The second process is a process of determining the granting of the first privilege for AT acquisition when the value of the game number counter reaches a predetermined ceiling value (for example, 1000). That is, if the player continues to stay in the game mode 0 continuously, the first privilege for AT acquisition is always granted when the value of the game number counter reaches the ceiling value. As described above, in the game mode 0, the first lottery for AT acquisition is performed according to the result of winning the combination, and even if the lottery is won, the first privilege for AT acquisition is given. To. If the first privilege for AT acquisition is given while the high probability state is set, the AT acquisition level is set to "5" accordingly. As will be described later, in the second lottery for AT acquisition performed during the game mode 4, when the AT acquisition level is set to "5", the grant of the second privilege for AT acquisition is always determined, so that it is high. If the first privilege for AT acquisition is given while the probability state is set, it is also confirmed that the second privilege for AT acquisition is given.

Further, in the probability state setting flag set lottery performed when the value of the game number counter is 950, the winning probability is high and extremely set, so the probability state setting flag is set at this point and set to the high probability state. There is a high probability that Furthermore, since each game and the probability state setting lottery are performed after that, by the time the value of the game number counter reaches the ceiling value, the probability state setting lottery is won (one of the selection values 1 to 4 is selected). There is a high possibility that the value of the game number counter will reach the ceiling value within the period set to the high probability state and set to the high probability state. Therefore, when the value of the game number counter reaches the ceiling value, it is set to a high probability state, and there is a high possibility that the first privilege for AT acquisition will be given there. Therefore, when the value of the game number counter reaches the ceiling value, the first privilege for AT acquisition is given and the AT acquisition level is set to "5", so that the second privilege for AT acquisition is also confirmed. (Also referred to as "privilege double acquisition event") will occur with high probability.

Since it is of great concern to the player that the privilege is given, the player may be notified when the privilege is given. For example, an image effect for notifying that the privilege has been granted may be executed, or the privilege may be notified by voice or a lamp. Further, when the high probability state is set, the player may be notified of this. For example, when the background of the image effect is set to the normal probability state, it is set to the daytime background, and when it is set to the high probability state, it is notified by changing to the night background.

Depending on the time when the high probability state is set, it may be decided whether or not to notify that the high probability state is set. For example, if the value of the game counter is set to a high probability state 100 games before reaching the ceiling value, it is always notified (the night background is displayed), and after that (the value of the game counter exceeds "900"). When it is set to the high probability state (when it is), it may never be notified (maintains the daytime background).

As mentioned above, when the value of the game number counter reaches the ceiling value, there is a high possibility that a privilege double acquisition event will occur, but it is set to a high probability state when the value of the game number counter reaches the ceiling value. This is because there is a high probability that the first element of "" and the second element of granting the first privilege for AT acquisition will overlap. When the player knows whether or not the high probability state is set when the value of the game counter reaches the ceiling value (also referred to as "at the time of reaching the ceiling"), when the player reaches the ceiling, the AT acquisition number is reached. The player immediately knows whether one privilege has been granted alone or whether a privilege double acquisition event has occurred. Therefore, even if it is set to a high probability state, if it is not notified, it is possible to make it difficult for the player to understand which situation has occurred. It is possible to improve the interest of the game.

In addition, when the high probability state is set and the first privilege for AT acquisition is granted when the fact is notified (the night background is displayed) (the second privilege for AT acquisition). If the grant is confirmed and it is easy for the player to understand, a special background (for example, a rainbow-colored background (“Rainbow”) is used at the start of the first game when the game mode 4 is entered. By displaying the image effect by (also referred to as "background")), it may be announced that the second privilege for AT acquisition is given. On the other hand, when the first privilege for AT acquisition is granted when the high probability state is set but the fact is not notified (the daytime background is displayed) (the second privilege for AT acquisition is granted). However, if it is difficult for the player to understand it), out of the 8 winning navigations as the first privilege for AT acquisition at the start of the first game when the game mode 4 is entered. At any time when about half of the games are played, or when the 8th prize navigation is completed and the second lottery for AT acquisition, which will be described later, is performed, the image effect by the rainbow background is displayed and the AT acquisition first. 2 You may announce that the privilege has been granted. Further, in the latter case, the ratio of notification at the start of the first game may be set lower than the ratio of notification at the start of the first game in the former case. In this way, even if the grant of the second privilege for AT acquisition is internally confirmed, the game mode is provided by providing a case where it is not notified at the start of the first game when the game mode 4 is entered. It becomes difficult for the player to determine whether the grant of the second privilege for AT acquisition has already been confirmed when the transition to 4 has been made, or whether the grant of the second privilege for AT acquisition has been decided after the transition to the game mode 4. ..

In addition, if the power is cut off while the high probability state is set and the power is cut off while the setting is not changed and the power is cut off while the setting is set to the high probability state, the first privilege for AT acquisition is once granted. Until then, it may be configured so as not to notify that the high probability state is set. By doing so, it becomes difficult to determine that the setting has not been changed. On the other hand, when the setting is changed and the power is restored, the high probability state may be set to notify the notification at a predetermined ratio (for example, 50%). By doing so, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the setting may have been changed when the notification that the high probability state has been set is notified. In the present embodiment, as an advantage when the high probability state is set, the advantage that the second privilege for AT acquisition is also given when the first lottery for AT acquisition is won during the high probability state is set. The setting at the start of AT may be advantageous. Specifically, when the AT game of managing the number of games is performed, the AT game of 50 games is usually performed, whereas when the AT right is acquired during the high probability state, the AT game of 100 games is performed. Or, normally, 10 times of winning navigation is performed as the first privilege for AT acquisition, but when the first privilege for AT acquisition is acquired during the high probability state, 20 times of winning navigation is performed. Is to be done. Further, in the high probability state, the winning probability in the first lottery for AT acquisition may be set high.

<< AT addition conversion processing >>
Next, a specific example of the AT addition conversion process performed in the game mode 3 will be described with reference to FIG. 20. In the game mode 3, a lottery for determining the number of additional AT games (also referred to as “additional lottery during bonus AT”) is performed according to the result of determining the winning combination. In the number of extra lottery numbers in the bonus AT shown in FIG. 20, each selection value 1 to 3 selected in the extra lottery in the bonus AT, the number of additional games, and the number of lottery numbers (the total numerical range of the random numbers used in the lottery is ". An example of the correspondence with 256 ”) is shown. This bonus AT extra lottery number table shows each selection value when the bonus AT extra lottery is performed once every 5 games on average, and the number of extra games assigned to them and the lottery placement. It outlines the correspondence with numbers. For example, when the winning E2 is won, the additional game number 10 is likely to be selected, and when the winning G3 is won, the additional game number 30 is likely to be selected. The number 10 is easy to be elected. In this bonus AT extra lottery number table, there is no setting difference in the selection probability of each selection value (specifically, it is performed only for the combination determination result with no setting difference (combination determination result). It may be performed based on conditions other than the above. In that case, it may be performed without referring to the set value)). When one selection value is selected in the bonus AT addition lottery, the number of addition games associated with the selected selection value is added to the number of AT games (value of the AT game number counter). It should be noted that a setting difference may be provided for the selection probability of each selection value.

Further, in the game mode 3, the number of AT games of 30 games given to grant one AT stock as a minimum guarantee and the number of additional games obtained in the bonus AT middle addition lottery performed during the game mode 3 In the final game (game of the 40th game), a process of converting the total number (value of the AT game number counter in the final game) into the number of AT stocks is performed. Specifically, the counter value of the number of AT games in the final game is divided by a predetermined number (for example, "30" corresponding to the number of games for one AT game can be changed as appropriate), and the value of the quotient (integer value). The value after the decimal point (remainder) is stored as the number of AT stocks (set the quotient value in the AT stock number counter that manages the number of AT stocks). For example, when the AT game number counter value in the final game is “158”, 158 ÷ 30 = 5 remainder 8, so “5” is set in the AT stock number counter.

In the example of the lottery number shown in the bonus AT extra lottery number table of FIG. 20, the expected value of the number of extra games in one bonus AT extra lottery is 15 (= (10 × 220 + 30 × 28 + 100 × 8) ÷ 256. ) Is set. Since the extra lottery during bonus AT in game mode 3 is performed once every 5 games on average, the expected value of the number of additional AT games that can be obtained in 40 games in game mode 3 is "120". (= 15 × 40/5), the expected value of the AT game number counter value in the final game is “150” (= 30 + 120), so the expected value of the AT stock number after the conversion process is “5” (= 150). ÷ 30).

On the other hand, it is also possible to perform a lottery for determining the number of additional AT stocks (also referred to as "bonus A medium T stock lottery") in the game mode 3 without performing the bonus AT additional lottery and the conversion process in the final game. be. For example, a bonus AT stock lottery that adds "1" to the number of AT stocks when winning may be performed (in the case of non-winning, the number of AT stocks is not added). In this case, when the expected value of the number of AT stocks that can be acquired between 40 games in the game mode 3 is set to "4" as in the above example, the total number of winnings of the bonus AT stock lottery in the game mode 3 is set. The expected value of the value is "4", that is, the specification is that the stock lottery during the bonus AT is won four times on average in the game mode 3.

Therefore, when the stock lottery during the bonus AT is won in order to improve the interest of the game, even if the effect of notifying the fact is performed, the number of times such effect can be executed during the game mode 3 is average. Then, it is limited to about 4 times. On the other hand, the effect of performing the bonus AT additional lottery and the conversion process in the final game, and notifying each time the number of additional games is determined by the bonus AT additional lottery (also referred to as "AT game number additional effect"). ), It is possible to add more AT games (in the above example, it is once in 5 games on average, so about 8 times in total). Therefore, it is possible to accurately increase the player's expectation that the number of AT stocks is added, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Further, in the example shown in the bonus AT additional lottery number table of FIG. 20, the minimum value and the maximum value of the number of additional games determined in one bonus AT additional lottery are set to "10". Has been done. By setting the minimum value of the number of additional games to "10", if the additional lottery during the bonus AT (the production of adding the number of AT games) is performed at least three times in the game mode 3, the number of AT stocks will be added by "1". Is confirmed. In the game mode 3, on average, the additional lottery is performed during the bonus AT eight times, so there is a high possibility that this lottery will be performed three times. Therefore, it is possible to guarantee the minimum number of AT stocks acquired (1 in this case) in the game mode 3 with a high probability. In addition, by setting the maximum value of the number of additional games determined in the additional lottery during one bonus AT to "100", the maximum value of the number of AT stocks that can be acquired in the game mode 3 is considerably large. Become. For example, if the extra lottery during the bonus AT is performed eight times in total in the game mode 3 and the number of additional games "100" is determined each time, the total number of additional games for eight times is "800". When the number of additional games obtained by adding this and "30" is converted into the number of AT stocks, it becomes "27" (830 ÷ 30 = 27 remainder 20). Although the probability that such a situation will occur is low, it may occur, so that it is possible to increase the player's expectation for the large-scale addition of the number of AT stocks. Even if the additional game number is performed only once, if the additional game number "100" is determined, the AT stock number is "4", so the player's expectation for a large amount of AT stock number addition. It is possible to enhance the feeling.

The AT addition game number production is a voice production, and the determined number of additional games may not be discriminated. Further, the AT additional game number production may be executed not in all the games in which the additional lottery was performed during the bonus AT, but in the games in which the AT game number counter value exceeds a multiple of 30. The number and timing of executing the additional lottery during the bonus AT may be predetermined. By fixing the number of times, the minimum number of additional games is guaranteed, and by fixing the timing, the timing to draw the player's attention becomes clear. During the bonus AT, the number of AT stocks may be drawn and the number of AT stocks may be converted into the number of AT games at the end of the bonus AT.

<< Second lottery for AT acquisition >>
Next, a specific example of the second lottery for AT acquisition performed in the game mode 4 will be described with reference to FIG. 21. In the second lottery for AT acquisition, the value of the winning navigation counter whose counter value is set to "8" when the game mode 2 is changed to the game mode 4 is "1" each time the winning navigation is executed. It is executed when it is subtracted one by one and reaches "0". An example of the correspondence between the selection values 0,1 (0 is non-winning, 1 is winning) selected in the second lottery for AT acquisition and the number of lottery numbers (the total numerical range of random numbers used in the lottery is "256"). 21 (A) to 21 (F) are shown in the second lottery number table for AT acquisition (from the case of AT acquisition level 0 to the case of AT acquisition level 5). As shown in the figure, in the second lottery number table for each AT acquisition, there is no setting difference in the selection probability of each selection value. In addition, each time the AT acquisition level increases by 1 from "0" to "5", the winning probability is set to increase, and in particular, in the case of AT acquisition level 5, it is set to be sure to win. There is.

The second lottery for AT acquisition is performed only once when the value of the winning navigation counter reaches "0" in the game mode 4. As a modification, the second lottery for AT acquisition may be set to be executed at least once and at most eight times (the number of times can be arbitrarily set) in the game mode 4. Specifically, the second lottery for AT acquisition, which is performed when the value of the winning navigation counter reaches "0", is the first time, and if it is won there, the second lottery for AT acquisition after the second time is taken. No lottery will be held. On the other hand, if the player does not win the first AT acquisition second lottery, the second AT acquisition lottery is performed for each game during the subsequent seven games unless the previous game is won. Therefore, if the player has not won by the end of the 6 games, a total of 8 AT acquisition second lottery will be held. In this modification, it may be notified whether or not the second privilege for AT acquisition has been granted between the seven games. Further, the second lottery for AT acquisition may be performed according to the result of determining the winning combination.

In the period from when the value of the winning navigation counter is set to "8" until it reaches "0", the effect according to the AT acquisition level may be performed based on the result of the AT acquisition level upgrade lottery or the like. For example, an image effect in which the background color is changed according to the AT acquisition level, specifically, an image effect on a blue background when the AT acquisition level is 0 or 1, an image effect on a yellow background when the AT acquisition level 2 is used, and an AT image effect. An image effect of a green background may be executed at the acquisition level 3, an image effect of a red background may be performed at the AT acquisition level 4, and an image effect of a rainbow background may be performed at the AT acquisition level 5.

<< AT addition specialization transition processing >>
Next, a specific example of the AT addition specialization transition process performed in the game mode 4 will be described with reference to FIGS. 22 and 23. In the game mode 4, the AT addition lottery process, the game mode 5 transition lottery process, and the AT-precursor game number setting process are performed as the AT addition specialization transition process performed during the execution of the AT game. The AT addition lottery process is predetermined in each game while the AT game is executed in the game mode 4 (however, the game when a predetermined combination determination result (for example, YK number 16) is selected). In the process of executing a lottery (also referred to as "AT addition lottery") for deciding whether or not to give a privilege, specifically, a privilege to shift to the game mode 6 (also referred to as a "game mode 6 transition privilege"). be.

An example of the correspondence between the selection values 0,1 (0 is non-winning, 1 is winning) selected in this AT addition lottery and the number of lottery placements (the total numerical range of random numbers used in the lottery is "256"). It is shown in the two game mode 4AT addition lottery number tables of FIGS. 22 (A) and 22 (B). The game mode 4AT addition lottery number table in the figure (A) corresponds to the case where the lottery group number is “0”, and the game mode 4AT addition lottery number table in the figure (B) corresponds to the lottery group. This corresponds to the case where the number is "4". As shown in the figure, in each game mode 4AT addition lottery number table, there is no setting difference in the selection probability of each selection value. In addition, the winning probability is set lower than that of the game mode 5AT additional lottery number table described later. When the AT addition lottery is won, the value (initial value = 0) of a predetermined counter (also referred to as "game mode 6 transition counter") is added by "1". Further, the AT middle precursor game number setting process is performed, and the value (initial value = 0) of another counter (also referred to as “AT middle precursor game number counter”) is set to a predetermined value (for example, “5”). (The value may be decided by lottery etc.).

After the AT middle precursor game number counter is set, the value of each game and the AT middle precursor game number counter is subtracted by "1" from the game, and when the value reaches "0", the game mode 6 transition counter The game mode 6 entry process is performed as a preparatory process for shifting to the game mode 6 based on the value of. In this game mode 6 entry process, the game mode is set to the game mode 6, and "1" is added to the AT stock number counter. Further, the value (initial value = 0) of the counter for managing the number of staying games in the game mode 6 (also referred to as "game mode 6 staying game number counter") is set to "1", and only the next one game is set. Limited to game mode 6 (single-stay game mode 6).

In addition, when the counter for the number of precursor games during AT is set, an effect (also referred to as "predictive effect") or continuous effect for suggesting that the game mode 6 transition privilege has been granted by the sub-control means from the next game. Directing etc. are executed. Then, when the value of the counter for the number of precursor games during AT reaches "0", an effect of notifying that the game has been won by the AT addition lottery (for example, a mode in which the character "WIN" is displayed on the image display screen). (Also referred to as "WIN effect") is performed, and at a predetermined timing of the start of the next game (game in game mode 6) (for example, when a bet operation is accepted or when a start lever operation is accepted), AT is performed. An effect of notifying that the value of the stock number counter has been added by "1" (for example, an effect of displaying the character "V" on the image display screen, also referred to as "V effect") is performed. If the game when the value of the precursor game number counter during AT reaches "0" is a game in which continuous production is being executed, the WIN effect is not performed in the game, and the WIN effect is produced in the game after the continuous production is completed. May be done. By doing so, it becomes possible to concentrate the player's consciousness on the continuous production, and it is also possible to give the player the feeling that the WIN production has been performed as a result (result) of the continuous production.

The game mode 5 transition lottery process is performed in each game while the AT game is executed in the game mode 4 (however, the game when a predetermined combination determination result (for example, YK number 16) is selected). A lottery (also referred to as a "game mode 5 transition lottery") for deciding whether or not to grant a predetermined privilege, specifically, a privilege to shift to the game mode 5 (also referred to as a "game mode 5 transition privilege"). This is the process to be executed. This game mode 5 transition lottery is executed, for example, in a game when the AT addition lottery in the game mode 4 is not won.

An example of the correspondence between the selection values 0,1 (0 is non-winning, 1 is winning) selected in the game mode 5 transition lottery and the number of lottery numbers (the total numerical range of random numbers used in the lottery is "256"). , 2 (A) and 23 (B) are shown in the two game mode 5 transition lottery number tables. The game mode 5 transition lottery number table in the figure (A) corresponds to the case where the lottery group number is “0”, and the game mode 5 transition lottery number table in the figure (B) corresponds to the lottery group. This corresponds to the case where the number is "6". As shown in the figure, in each game mode 5 transition lottery number table, there is no setting difference in the selection probability of each selection value. When the game mode 5 transition lottery is won, the AT-precursor game number setting process is performed, and the value of the AT-precursor game number counter is set to a predetermined value (for example, "3") (value is set by lottery or the like). You may decide).

When the AT precursor game counter is set, the value of the AT precursor game counter is subtracted by "1" for each game, and when the value reaches "0", the game mode is set to game mode 5. Then, the next game is shifted to the game mode 5. Further, when the precursor game number counter during AT is set, the precursor suggestion effect is executed from the next game by the sub-control means. In the game mode 5 transition lottery, a plurality of selection values corresponding to the winning are provided (for example, 1 to 4), and the winning probability in the additional lottery performed in the game mode 5 is set according to the selection value. You may. Even while the precursor game number counter during AT is set and counted, the AT addition lottery process and the game mode 5 transition lottery process are performed, and if a winner is won, the result is stocked. In the AT middle precursor game number setting process, when the AT addition lottery is won, when the game mode 5 transition lottery is won, or when these stocks are available, the value of the AT middle precursor game number counter is "0". Only done when. At this time, if there is a precursor game number set earlier, the precursor game number set later is set when returning to the game mode 4 after the end of the game modes 5 and 6.

When a predetermined combination determination result (for example, YK number 16) is selected during the execution period of the AT game in the game mode 4, a process different from the above is performed. That is, a predetermined flag (also referred to as "additional specialization flag") for managing the possibility of transition to the game mode 6 (game mode 6 for continuous stay) is set to "1", and the game mode 6 transition counter is set. The value is set to "1". In addition, the value of the precursor game number counter during AT is also set to "1".

When the AT-precursor game number counter is set to "1", the value of the AT-precursor game number counter is subtracted by "1" in the game, and the value reaches "0". In, the game mode 6 entry process is performed. In the game mode 6 entry process at this time, the game mode is set to the game mode 6, and "1" is added to the AT stock number counter. Further, "32" is set in the value of the game mode 6 stay game number counter, and the game mode 6 (continuous stay game mode 6) is shifted from the next game. Further, in the game in which the predetermined combination determination result is selected, the effect suggesting that an advantageous state occurs (the effect may be the same as or different from the WIN effect) is subordinate. It may be executed by a control means.

<< Processing in game mode 5 >>
Next, a specific example of the processing performed in the game mode 5 will be described with reference to FIG. 24. In the game mode 5, the AT addition lottery process similar to that performed in the game mode 4 is performed. This AT addition lottery process is a process of executing each game (for example, at the time of receiving the start lever operation) and the AT addition lottery in the game mode 5. An example of the correspondence between the selection values 0,1 (0 is non-winning, 1 is winning) selected in this AT addition lottery and the number of lottery numbers (the total numerical range of random numbers used in the lottery is "256") is shown in the figure. 24 (A) and (B) are shown in the table of the number of additional lottery for the two game modes 5AT.

The game mode 5AT addition lottery number table in the figure (A) corresponds to the case where the lottery group number is “0”, and the game mode 5AT addition lottery number table in the figure (B) corresponds to the lottery group. This corresponds to the case where the number is "4". As shown in the figure, in each game mode 5AT additional lottery number table, there is no setting difference in the selection probability of each selection value. In addition, the winning probability is set higher than that of the game mode 4AT additional lottery number table. If the AT addition lottery is won, the value of the game mode 6 transition counter is added by "1" in the game, and the game mode 6 entry process is performed. In this game mode 6 entry process, the game mode is set to the game mode 6, and "1" is added to the AT stock number counter. Further, the value of the game mode 6 stay game number counter is set to "1", and the game mode 6 (single stay game mode 6) is shifted to only the next one game.

During the game mode 5, continuous production is executed by the sub-control means. Further, when the AT addition lottery in the game mode 5 is won, the WIN effect is performed in the game, and further, the V effect is performed when the start lever operation of the next game is accepted. If none of the AT addition lottery, which has a chance to be performed multiple times in the game mode 5, is won, the game mode is set to the game mode 4 in the final game in the game mode 5, and the game is started from the next game. The mode is changed to mode 4.

<< Processing in game mode 6 >>
Next, a specific example of the processing performed in the game mode 6 will be described with reference to FIG. 25 additionally. The flow of processing performed on the main control means side during the game mode 6 is common to the case where the addition specialization flag is set to "1" and the case where the addition specialization flag is not set to "1". However, the specific content of the process is slightly different. Specifically, in either case, the AT stock addition process is performed. This AT stock addition process is a lottery (“AT stock number counter addition lottery”) for determining a numerical value to be added to the value of the AT stock number counter (also referred to as “additional AT stock number”) in each game in the game mode 6. It is also called). This AT stock number counter addition lottery is performed only for one game sporadically when the additional specialization flag is not set to "1", and when the additional specialization flag is set to "1". Each game is played for 32 games. That is, in both cases, since the processing contents are common in that the AT stock number counter addition lottery is performed, a common processing program can be used. Therefore, the amount of data that must be stored can be reduced as compared with the case where different lottery processes are performed using separate processing programs, so that there is less risk of squeezing the storage capacity of the ROM or the like. .. However, the winning probability in the AT stock number counter addition lottery differs depending on whether or not the additional special flag is set to "1" (the winning probability is higher when the additional special flag is set to "1". Is high).

The AT stock number counter addition lottery number table (additional specialization flag = 0, lottery group number 3) in FIG. 25A shows the AT stock when the AT stock number addition specialization flag is not set to “1”. Number counter addition The selection value 0 to 3 selected in the lottery (corresponding to the number of additional AT stocks 0 to 3 respectively) and the number of lottery placements (the total numerical range of the random numbers used in the lottery is "256"). An example of the correspondence is shown. The AT stock number counter addition lottery number table (addition specialization flag = 1, lottery group number 3) in FIG. 25 (B) shows the AT stock when the AT stock number addition specialization flag is set to "1". An example of the correspondence between the selection values 0 to 3 selected in the number counter addition lottery and the number of lottery placements is shown. Both AT stock number counter addition lottery number tables correspond to the case where the lottery group number is "3".

As shown in the figure, in each AT stock number counter addition lottery number table, there is no setting difference in the selection probability of each selection value. In addition, the winning probability (the probability that any of the selected values 1 to 3 will be selected) will be higher when the additional specialization flag is set to "1" than when it is not set. It is set. When the AT stock number counter addition lottery is performed, the additional AT stock number (for example, "2" when the selection value is 2) corresponding to the selected value is added to the value of the AT stock number counter. To. In the game mode 6, the value of the game counter for staying in the game mode 6 is subtracted by "1" for each game, and when the value reaches "0", the game mode is set to the game mode 4 in the game. The next game is shifted to the game mode 4.

Regarding the processing (effect) performed on the sub-control means side during the game mode 6, there are many differences depending on whether or not the addition specialization flag is set to "1", but there are also similarities. As a similar point, when the value of the AT stock number counter is added by winning in the AT stock number counter addition lottery, a notification effect (for example, V effect) for notifying that fact is performed in the game. .. Further, it can be mentioned as a similarity that the notification effect in that case is performed for the number of times of the added numerical value in the game. However, if the game in game mode 6 that stays for one game only when the additional specialization flag is not set to "1" is a game during continuous production execution, the number of AT stocks in the game. Even if the value of the AT stock number counter is added as a result of the counter addition lottery, the notification effect may not be performed in the game, but the notification effect may be performed in the game after the continuous production is completed. By doing so, it is possible to concentrate the player's consciousness on the continuous production when the probability of winning in the AT stock number counter addition lottery is low and the additional specialization flag is not set to "1". .. As described above, the notification of the AT stock (V effect) given when the AT addition lottery is won in the game modes 4 and 5 is performed in the game mode 6. Therefore, when the AT stock number counter addition lottery in the game mode 6 is won, the notification of the AT stock given by the winning is the notification of the AT stock given by the AT addition lottery in the game modes 4 and 5. Will be done later.

On the other hand, the difference is that there is an effect that is performed only when the additional specialization flag is set to "1". For example, when the additional specialization flag is set to "1", the second AT game is being performed while staying in the game mode 6 (in the specialization zone where the addition of the number of AT stocks is advantageously performed). A production (also referred to as a "specialized zone production") is performed to notify that the person is staying. Further, in the game mode 6, continuous production over a plurality of games may be performed, and when the value of the AT stock number counter is added in the game during the continuous production, in the game in which the continuous production is not executed. A notification effect different from the case where the value of the AT stock number counter is added (for example, notification is made by image + lamp + voice while continuous effect is not executed, but is notified only by voice during continuous effect execution). Further, at a predetermined timing of the first game in which the game mode 6 is entered (for example, when a bet operation is accepted or a start lever operation is accepted), the second AT game is started (shifting to the special zone). A notification effect (also referred to as a "specialized zone start effect") is performed. By notifying that the value of the AT stock number counter has been added even during the continuous production, the player always responds to the addition of the AT stock number (without being interrupted by the continuous production). It becomes possible to attract attention. Further, as a result, the player can have a feeling that the number of AT stocks is frequently added, so that the playability is also improved.

As described above, when the addition special flag is not set to "1", AT in the game mode 6 entry process at the time of accepting the bet operation or the start lever operation in the game mode 6. A V effect is performed to announce that the value of the stock number counter has been added by "1". Even when the addition specialization flag is set to "1", it is common that the value of the AT stock number counter is added by "1" in the game mode 6 entry process, so the mode is changed to the game mode 6. The same V effect may be performed at the time of accepting the bet operation or the start lever operation of the first game. However, when the additional specialization flag is set to "1", the specialization zone start effect is executed at the same timing, so that the V effect at this timing (AT stock number counter in the game mode 6 entry process) V effect to announce that the value has been added by "1") may not be performed. This makes it possible to concentrate the player's consciousness on the special zone start production.

<< Game mode 7 rush processing >>
Next, the game mode 7 entry process performed when the value of the AT game number counter reaches “0” in the game mode 4 will be described. In this game mode 7 entry process, whether the AT continuation flag for managing whether or not the AT game can be continued is set to "1" (indicating that the AT game is continued) is set to "0" (AT game continues). It is decided whether or not (indicating that it is not done). Whether or not the AT continuation flag is set is determined based on some conditions, but in many cases, it is determined based on the result of a predetermined lottery (also referred to as "AT continuation lottery"). In this AT continuation lottery, one is selected as a winning value from a plurality of selected values (for example, 0 to 4), and the winning value is a predetermined counter (also referred to as "AT continuation determination counter") value (initial). It is added to the value = 0). The AT continuation lottery is performed based on the value of the AT level counter, and when any of 1 to 4 is selected as the winning value, the AT continuation flag is set to "1". The value of the AT level counter can be set within a numerical range of 0 to 4, for example (initial value = 0), and the larger the value, the more the winning probability (1 to 1) in the AT continuous lottery during the game mode 7 entry process. The probability that any one of the winning values of 4 will be selected) is set to be high. The value of the AT level counter is set to any value when the AT game of 30 games starts, and a new value is set according to various conditions thereafter.

<< Processing in game mode 7 >>
Next, a specific example of the processing performed in the game mode 7 will be described with reference to FIGS. 26 and 27. In the AT continuation determination game in the game mode 7, the AT continuation lottery (the selection value and the like are the same as the AT continuation lottery during the game mode 7 entry process, but may be changed) is performed by the main control means. The AT continuation lottery in the game mode 7 is performed based on the combination determination result (may be limited to the combination determination result with no setting difference), and if the player wins there (one of the selected values 1 to 4 is selected). If so), the selected value is added to the value of the AT continuation determination counter. In addition, when the AT continuation flag is "0" at that time (the AT continuation lottery during the game mode 7 entry process has not been won, and the AT continuation lottery up to the previous game in the game mode 7 has also been won. If there is no such case), the AT continuation flag is set to "1" and the value of the AT level counter is added to "1". By adding the value of the AT level counter, the winning probability in the AT continuation lottery performed during the next game mode 7 entry process increases, and as a result, the player is given the privilege of facilitating the continuation of the AT game. It will be granted. It should be noted that it is not decided that the AT game will be continued at the time of shifting to the game mode 7, and it is determined that the AT game will be continued by the AT continuation lottery in the game mode 7. Also called.

In the final game in the game mode 7, the game mode to be transferred next is determined based on the value of the AT continuation flag and the value of the AT continuation determination counter. Specifically, when the AT continuation flag is "0", the AT game is not continued, and the game mode is shifted to 0 from the next game. On the other hand, when the AT continuation flag is "1", it is determined whether to shift to the game mode 4 or the game mode 8 depending on the value of the AT continuation determination counter. That is, when the value of the AT continuation determination counter is equal to or higher than a predetermined value (for example, “3”), the next game is shifted to the game mode 8, and when the value is less than the predetermined value, the next game is shifted to the game mode 4. When a specific combination determination result (for example, middle-tier cherry) is selected in the game mode 7, an advantageous result can be obtained by the AT continuous lottery in the game (for example, the winning value 3 or the winning value 4 is always). It may be elected, thereby confirming that the AT game will be continued, and at the same time, it will be confirmed that the game mode 7 will be followed by the game mode 8). Hereinafter, the selection of a specific combination determination result in the game mode 7 is also referred to as “specific combination allocation”.

Further, in the game mode 7, the sub-control means performs an effect according to a predetermined pattern. As an example of such an effect pattern, FIG. 26 shows three image effect patterns. FIG. 26A shows one effect pattern in the case where it has already been decided that the AT game will be continued at the time of shifting to the game mode 7 (also referred to as “the case where the AT continuation is confirmed at the time of entry”). ing. In this example, from the first game in the game mode 7 to the game immediately before the final game (referred to as the seventh game), an effect indicating that the AT game is aimed to be continued, for example, an ally character and an enemy character A battle effect that displays a battle image of a fighting mode is continuously performed. Further, at the timing of the end of the game of the seventh game (for example, when all reels are stopped), an effect of notifying that the AT game is not continued, for example, a defeat effect indicating that the ally character has been defeated is performed, and then the AT is performed. An effect of notifying that the game has ended, for example, an end effect of displaying an end image (see FIG. 27 (A)) showing the result (total number of acquisitions) of the AT game is performed. Then, at the timing of the game start of the final game (8th game) in the game mode 7 (for example, when the bet operation or the start lever operation is accepted), the effect of notifying that the AT game is continued, for example, defeat. After the cheering image (see FIG. 27 (B)) in which another ally character A cheers on the ally character that has been defeated, a resurrection image (see FIG. 27 (C)) in which the defeated ally character is revived is displayed. After that, a revival effect A for displaying a victory image (see FIG. 27 (D)) for winning the enemy character is performed.

If the AT continuation is confirmed at the time of entry, the battle effect is continuously performed from the first game to the seventh game (the final game in this case), and the victory effect is performed at the timing of the end of the game of the seventh game. It also has a production pattern that is said.

FIG. 26B shows a case where it is not determined that the AT game is continued at the time of shifting to the game mode 7, and it is determined that the AT game is continued during the game mode 7 (AT pullback). In the case of), one effect pattern is shown. In this example, from the first game to the seventh game in the game mode 7, the battle effect is continuously performed as in the case of FIG. 26 (A). Further, at the timing of the end of the game of the seventh game, the defeat effect and the end effect are similarly performed. Then, in the eighth game (final game) in the game mode 7, as a production for notifying that the AT game is continued, a production different from the resurrection production A, for example, a defeated ally character and another ally character. After the cheering image B cheers (see FIG. 27B), a resurrection effect B is performed in which the resurrection image in which the ally character is resurrected and the victory image in which the enemy character is defeated are sequentially displayed.

The revival effect B may be a dedicated revival effect in this case, which is performed only in the case of AT pullback. As described above, when the AT pullback occurs, the value of the AT level counter is added by "1", and the winning probability in the AT continuous lottery performed during the next game mode 7 entry process is increased. It has become. Therefore, in the case of AT pullback, it is possible to inform the player of the revival effect B by performing the revival effect B exclusively. In addition, since it is possible to raise the expectation of the player who wishes that the resurrection effect B will be performed after the end effect, it is possible to improve the interest of the game (the ally character B, not the ally character A, cheers. It will be possible to tell by what you sent). It should be noted that the revival effect B may be performed as a dedicated revival effect in this case, which is performed only when the AT pullback occurs due to the specific combination allocation, among the cases of the AT pullback.

FIG. 26C shows a case where it is not determined that the AT game is continued at the time of shifting to the game mode 7, and it is not determined that the AT game is continued even during the game mode 7 ( It shows one effect pattern (in the case of AT non-continuation). In this example, the battle effect is continuously performed from the first game to the seventh game (final game in this case) in the game mode 7. Then, at the timing of the end of the game of the seventh game, the defeat effect and the end effect are performed. In this case, the revival effect is not performed.

<< Display of alert image >>
Next, the display of the alert image will be described with reference to FIG. 28 additionally. The slot machine 1 is configured to display a warning image for preventing the player from being absorbed in the game (the player continues the game beyond his / her own resources). FIG. 28A shows an example in which a warning image is displayed by an image display device. In this example, the attention-calling image is displayed in a large size in the center of the display screen so that the player can easily see it (the display position is not limited to the center). Further, in order to make the player recognize that the attention-calling image is displayed, the attention-calling image is continuously displayed for a predetermined period (for example, at least 3 seconds) after the display is started. ..

The alert image can be displayed at various timings. Here, with reference to the timing chart shown in FIG. 26, an example of displaying an alert image at the timing when the AT game ends (during the execution of the end effect in the game mode 7) will be described. First, an example of correspondence in the case of AT discontinuation in FIG. 26C will be described. The end effect is performed when the AT is not continued when the AT game is actually ended without being continued. In this case, as shown in FIG. 28B, a caution image is displayed in the center of the end image. In addition, once the alert image is displayed, the display is continued for 3 seconds. This means that even if the next game is started (bet operation or start lever operation) and the end image is switched to the image during the normal game, the alert image is continuously displayed in the center of the image during the normal game. To do so. The end image is displayed when the AT game ends, which is a big break in the flow of the game, so by displaying a warning image there, it is possible to effectively prevent being absorbed in the game. Is possible.

On the other hand, as shown in FIGS. 26 (A) and 26 (B), the end effect when the revival effect is performed is a fake effect suggesting that the situation is different from the actual situation, and is actually an AT game. Is continued. Therefore, since it deviates from the purpose of displaying the alert image when the AT game ends, in this case, it is not necessary to display the alert image during the execution of the end effect. However, if the alert image is not displayed in this case, the player will know that the end effect at this time is a fake effect. Therefore, as in the case of AT discontinuation, a caution image may be displayed in the center of the end image in this case as well. In either case, by displaying the alert image in the same way, it becomes difficult to determine whether or not the AT game is continued by the end effect.

Further, even when the caution image is displayed in the end effect when the revival effect is performed, the display can be continuously performed for 3 seconds from the start of the display (this makes it possible to standardize the processing). For example, the attention-calling image may be continuously displayed even after the next game is started and the end effect is switched to the resurrection effect shortly after the attention-calling image is displayed. In this case, as shown in FIG. 28 (C), the attention-calling image can be continuously displayed in a large size in the central portion of the display image (here, the cheering image) of the resurrection effect. However, in that case, the central part (feature part) of the cheering image is covered with the alert image, so whether the cheering image in which the ally character A cheers is displayed or the cheering image in which the ally character B cheers is displayed. It becomes difficult for the player to understand whether it is displayed. Therefore, when the cheering image is displayed, as shown in FIG. 28 (D), a caution image is displayed in the corner of the screen so that the player can clearly understand that the cheering image is displayed. You may. As a result, even if the attention-calling image is continuously displayed, the player can clearly recognize that the revival effect (in this case, the revival effect B) is being performed. It does not impair (giving the player the joy of pulling back the AT). As shown in FIG. 28 (B), the caution image is not displayed in the center of the end image, and the same display as the display position shown in the corner of the end image (display position in FIG. 28 (D)) is performed from the beginning. It may be displayed at (position) (this eliminates the need for processing to change the display position of the alert image). When the cheering image is displayed, the display of the alert image may be stopped (it may not be displayed for 3 seconds). Further, in order to secure the display for 3 seconds, an inoperable period for 3 seconds may be provided. In this case, even if there is an operation during the inoperable period, the next game is not started (bet operation or start lever operation), and the image is not switched to the image during the normal game, nor is it switched to the cheering image.

[Main control processing]
Hereinafter, among the control processes performed by the main control means 100 of the slot machine 1, the game progress control process and the timer interrupt process will be described with reference to FIGS. 29 to 36. In the following description, some general CPU registers and flags may be described. I will briefly explain them here. The A register is a dedicated register used for setting data used for calculation and setting a calculation result. The B register, C register, D register, E register, H register, and L register are general-purpose registers that can be used for various purposes, and are also used as pair registers (BC register, DE register, HL register). The R register is a register that stores a predetermined counter value that is sequentially updated. The F register is a register that stores a predetermined condition generated as a result of the operation, and some bits thereof are configured as a carry flag, a zero flag, and a second zero flag. The carry flag is a flag that is set ("1" is stored) when a carry occurs as a result of calculation, and the zero flag is set ("1" is) when the previous calculation result is "0". It is a flag to be memorized. Further, when data is set in a predetermined register (for example, A register), the second zero flag is set (“1” is stored) when the data is “0”, and the zero flag is set (for example, the zero flag is set). It is a flag that is set ("1" is stored) even when "1" is stored).

<Game progress control processing>
The game progress control process is a basic process that is repeatedly executed during the game. As shown in FIG. 29, the game progress control process waits in that state until the operation of the start lever 25 is accepted (step S1), and when the operation is accepted, the game progress control process is used. The determination process is performed (step S2). In this combination determination process, the combination determination result (YK number) is selected based on the random number value in which the 16-bit random number RL0 is generated. The information on the selected combination determination result is stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 63.

After performing the combination determination process, the game mode common start process is performed (step S3). This game mode common start process is a process that is commonly performed regardless of whether the player is staying in any game mode (details are omitted). After the game mode common start time process, the game mode-specific start time process is performed (step S4). The game mode-specific start-time process is a general term for each start-time process performed for each set game mode. The start processing for each game mode will be described in detail later by taking as examples the game mode 4 lever time processing, the game mode 5 lever time processing, the game mode 6 lever time processing, and the game mode 7 lever time processing.

When the start processing for each game mode is completed, the process proceeds to step S5. In this step S5, it is determined whether or not the freeze flag (the flag that manages whether or not to freeze) is ON. Here, when the freeze flag is ON, the freeze flag is frozen for a predetermined set time (step S6), the freeze flag is cleared after the freeze is executed (step S7), and the process proceeds to step S8. On the other hand, when the freeze flag is not ON, the process proceeds to step S8 without performing the processes of steps S6 and S7, and the push navigation process (the process of executing the above-mentioned push navigation according to the combination determination result or the like) is performed.

After the push navigation process is completed, the rotation start process is performed (step S9). Specifically, the rotation state from the start of rotation of each reel to the constant speed state is managed. Next, the rotation stop process is performed (step S10). Specifically, when the operation of the stop switch is accepted, the stoptable position is determined according to the accepted timing (push position and push order) and the result of the combination determination, and the reel decelerates to the stop. Performs the process of managing the rotation state. After performing the spinning stop process, the end time process for each game mode (process performed for each set game mode after the reel is stopped) is performed (step S11). The end processing for each game mode will be described in detail later, taking as an example the game mode 4 all stop processing, the game mode 5 all stop processing, the game mode 6 all stop processing, and the game mode 7 all stop processing. Describe. When the end process for each game mode is completed, the game mode common end process (process commonly performed after the reels are stopped regardless of the set game mode) is performed (step S12), and the process returns to step S1.

Next, as an example of the start processing for each game mode and the end processing for each game mode, the game mode 4 lever time processing and the game mode 4 total stop processing will be described. These are the processes performed during the stay in the game mode 4. In the game mode 4 lever time processing, as shown in FIG. 30A, first, it is determined whether or not the value of the winning navigation counter is “0” (step S101). Here, if the value of the winning navigation counter is not "0" (the period from the transition to the game mode 4 to the execution of the winning navigation eight times corresponds to this case), the process proceeds to step S102 and AT. Performs acquisition level upgrade processing. Specifically, the above-mentioned AT acquisition level upgrade lottery is performed, and if a winning value higher than the AT acquisition level value at that time is obtained, the winning value is stored as a new AT acquisition level value. ..

Next, it is determined whether or not the push order bell has been won (step S103). Here, when the push order bell is won, the value of the winning navigation counter is subtracted by "1" (step S104), and it is determined whether or not the value of the winning navigation counter is "0" (step S105). .. here,
If the value of the winning navigation counter is "0", the process proceeds to step S106 and the AT acquisition process is performed. Specifically, the above-mentioned second lottery for AT acquisition is performed according to the value of the AT acquisition level, and if a winner is won, "30" is set in the AT game number counter. As a modification as described above, if the player does not win the AT acquisition second lottery at this time, the AT acquisition second lottery is held up to seven times in each game until the player wins the game. In the game of the time, "30" may be set in the AT game number counter. After the AT acquisition process, the game returns from the game mode 4 lever time process. Further, if the push order bell is not won in step S103, the process returns without processing steps S104 to S106, and if the value of the winning navigation counter is not "0" in step S105, the process of step SS106 is performed. Return without.

On the other hand, if the value of the winning navigation counter is "0" in the first step S101, the process proceeds to step S107, and it is determined whether or not the value of the precursor game number counter during AT is "0". Here, when the value of the precursor game number counter during AT is "0", it is determined whether or not YK number 16 (replay game G1) is selected in the combination determination (step S108), and when it is not selected. To step S109. If the value of the precursor game number counter during AT is not "0" in step S107, the process directly proceeds to step S109. In this step S109, the addition process is performed. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 30 (B), an AT addition lottery is performed (step S116), and it is determined whether or not the winner has been won (step S117). Here, in the case of winning, the process proceeds to step S118, the value of the game mode 6 transition counter is added by "1" and then returned, and in the case of non-winning, the game returns as it is.

After the AT addition lottery, the process proceeds to step S110 of FIG. 30A, and the game mode 5 transition lottery process is performed. This game mode 5 transition lottery process is a process executed when the AT addition lottery in step S116 is not won, and specifically, the game mode 5 transition lottery is performed. After the game mode 5 transition lottery process, the process proceeds to step S111 to perform the AT-precursor game number setting process. This process for setting the number of precursor games during AT is performed when the AT addition lottery is won and when the game mode 5 transition lottery is won. Specifically, a predetermined value (for example, "5" when the AT addition lottery is won, "3" when the game mode 5 transition lottery is won) is set in the counter for the number of precursor games during AT. After the process of setting the number of precursor games during AT, the game returns from the game mode 4 lever time process.

If the YK number 16 is selected in the determination in step S108, the additional specialization flag is set to "1" (step S112), and the value of the game mode 6 transition counter is set to "1" (step S112). Step S113), further, the value of the AT precursor game number counter is set to "1" (step S114), and the game returns from the game mode-specific start processing.

Next, in the game mode 4 total stop processing, as shown in FIG. 31 (A), first, it is determined whether or not the value of the winning navigation counter is "0" (step S121). Here, if the value of the winning navigation counter is not "0", the game mode 4 all-stop processing is terminated and the game returns as it is. When the value of the winning navigation counter is "0", the value of the AT game number counter is subtracted by "1" (step S122), and the value of the precursor game number counter during AT is larger than "0" (during AT). It is determined whether or not the precursor game number counter is being set (step S123). Here, when the value of the AT precursor game number counter is larger than "0", the value of the AT precursor game count counter is subtracted by "1" (step S124), and the value of the AT precursor game count counter is set. It is determined whether or not the result is "0" (step S125).

In this determination, if the value of the counter for the number of precursor games during AT is not "0", the game mode 4 all stop processing is terminated and the game returns, and the value of the counter for the number of precursor games during AT is "0". If so, the process proceeds to step S126, and it is determined whether or not the value of the game mode 6 transition counter is larger than “0”. Here, if the value of the game mode 6 transition counter is not larger than "0", the game mode is set to the game mode 5 (step S127), the game mode 4 complete stop processing is completed, and the game returns. On the other hand, if the value of the game mode 6 transition counter is larger than "0", the process proceeds to step S128, and the game mode 6 entry process is performed.

In this game mode 6 entry process, first, the game mode is set to the game mode 6 (step S131), as shown in FIG. 31 (B). Next, "1" is added to the AT stock number counter (step S132), and it is determined whether or not the addition specialization flag is set to "1" (step S133). Here, if the extra special flag is set to "1", the process proceeds to step S134, the value of the game mode 6 stay game number counter is set to "32" and the game returns, and the extra special flag is set. If it is not set to "1", the process proceeds to step S135, the game mode 6 staying game number counter is set to "1", and the game returns. After the game mode 6 entry process, the game mode 4 complete stop process is completed and the process returns.

In the determination of step S123 in FIG. 31 (A), if the value of the precursor game number counter during AT is not larger than "0", the process proceeds to step S129, and whether the value of the AT game number counter is "0". Judge whether or not. Here, if the value of the AT game number counter is not "0", the game mode 4 all-stop processing is terminated and the game returns. On the other hand, when the value of the AT game number counter is "0", the process proceeds to step S130, and the game mode 7 entry process is performed. After executing the game mode 7 entry process, the game mode 4 complete stop process is completed and the game returns. Further, although not shown, in the game in which the value of the winning navigation counter is "0" in the determination in step S121 and the game is not won in the AT acquisition process in step S106, the game mode is changed to the game mode 0. It is set (when the second lottery for AT acquisition is performed only once, the game mode 0 is set based on the fact that the lottery is missed, and when the second lottery for AT acquisition is performed during a plurality of games, a plurality of games are set. Game mode 0 is set based on the fact that the lottery has not been won at the end). Further, in the present embodiment, even if the number of AT games becomes 0, if the value of the precursor game number counter during AT is larger than "0", the game mode 7 entry process is not performed. In other words, if the AT addition lottery is won or the transition to the game mode 5 is confirmed, the AT game is extended until a series of processes such as the AT addition and the transition to the game mode are completed. By doing so, the player can confirm all the results for the profit given by the lottery or the like.

In the game mode 7 entry process, as shown in FIG. 32 (A), first, it is determined whether or not the value of the AT stock determination counter is “0” (step S141). The initial value "23" is set in the AT stock determination counter when "30" is set in the AT game number counter during the stay in the game mode 4. If the value of the AT stock determination counter is not "0" in the determination here, the process proceeds to step S142, and it is determined whether or not the value of the AT stock number counter is "0". Here, when the value of the AT stock number counter is "0", the process proceeds to step S143, and the AT continuation lottery process is performed. In this AT continuation lottery process, as shown in FIG. 32 (B), an AT continuation lottery is performed (step S156), the winning value is added to the AT continuation determination counter (step S157), and the result is returned.

With the return from the AT continuation lottery process, the process proceeds to step S144 of FIG. 32 (A), and it is determined whether or not the value of the AT continuation determination counter is "1" or more. Here, if the value of the AT continuation determination counter is "1" or more, the AT continuation flag is set to "1" (step S145), the process proceeds to step S1451, and if it is not "1" or more, the process proceeds to step S1451. , Directly proceed to step S1451. In step S1451, a lottery for determining the number of games staying in the game mode 7 (also referred to as a “lottery for determining the number of staying games”) is performed. In this lottery, if "1" is set in the AT continuation flag, either "7 (winning effect is performed (resurrection effect is not performed))" or "8 (resurrection effect is performed)". Is decided, and the AT continuation flag is set to "1".
If is not set, it is determined to be "7". In step S146 after the lottery, "7" or "8" (the numerical value can be changed as appropriate) is set in the game mode 7 staying game number counter (counter that manages the number of games that can stay in the game mode 7). After this setting, the game mode is set to the game mode 7 (step S147), the game mode 7 entry process is completed, and the game returns.

On the other hand, in the determination in step S141 of FIG. 32 (A), when the value of the AT stock determination counter is "0" (satisfied when AT continues a plurality of times), the process proceeds to step S148. Add "1" to the value of the AT stock number counter. Next, "23" is set in the AT stock determination counter (step S149), "3" is set in the AT continuation determination counter (step S150), and the process proceeds to step S144 (shift to game mode 8). Rights are granted). In this case, the AT continuation lottery process is not performed. If the AT stock number counter is not "0" in the determination in step S142 of FIG. 32 (A), the process proceeds to step S151, and "1" is set in the AT continuation determination counter. Next, "12" is set in the game mode 7 staying game number counter (step S152), "1" is set in the AT continuation flag (step S153), and the process proceeds to step S147. In this case as well, the AT continuation lottery process is not performed. By the way, when the process proceeds to step S151, the production during the stay in the game mode 7 is not the battle production shown in FIG. 26, but the story production showing the original animation is performed over 12 games.

Next, as another example of the start processing for each game mode and the end processing for each game mode, the game mode 5 lever time processing and the game mode 5 full stop processing will be described. These are the processes performed during the stay in the game mode 5. In the game mode 5 lever time processing, as shown in FIG. 33 (A), the addition processing is performed (step S160). This addition process is as shown in FIG. 30 (B), and an AT addition lottery is performed. In the case of winning, the value of the game mode 6 transition counter is added by "1", and in the case of non-winning, the value of the game mode 6 transition counter is added. , Return as it is. With the return from this addition processing, the processing at the time of the game mode 5 lever is also completed and returned.

In the game mode 5 total stop processing, as shown in FIG. 33 (B), first, it is determined whether or not the value of the game mode 6 transition counter is larger than “0” (step S161). Here, if the value of the game mode 6 transition counter is not larger than "0", the process proceeds to step S162, and the game mode 5 staying game number counter (a counter that manages the number of games that can stay in the game mode 5). When shifting to the game mode 5, a predetermined value, for example, a value of "3" (which may be set by lottery or the like) is subtracted by "1". Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the game mode 5 staying game number counter is “0” (step S163). Here, when the value of the game mode 5 staying game number counter is "0", the game mode is set to the game mode 4 (step S164), the game mode 5 complete stop processing is completed, and the game returns.

On the other hand, in the determination of step S163, if the value of the game mode 5 staying game number counter is not "0", the game mode 5 all stop processing is ended and the game returns. Further, in the determination of step S161, if the value of the game mode 6 transition counter is larger than "0", the process proceeds to step S165, and the above-mentioned game mode 6 entry process is performed. Then, after the execution of the game mode 6 entry process, the game mode 5 complete stop process is completed and the game returns.

Next, as another example of the start processing for each game mode and the end processing for each game mode, the game mode 6 lever time processing and the game mode 6 full stop processing will be described. These are the processes performed during the stay in the game mode 6. In the game mode 6 lever time processing, AT stock addition processing is performed as shown in FIG. 34 (A) (step S170). Specifically, the above-mentioned AT stock number counter addition lottery is performed, and the additional AT stock number corresponding to the selected value is added to the value of the AT stock number counter. After executing this AT stock addition process, the game mode 6 lever time process ends and returns.

In the game mode 6 total stop processing, as shown in FIG. 34 (B), first, the value of the game mode 6 staying game number counter is subtracted by "1" (step S171). Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the game mode 6 staying game number counter is “0” (step S172). Here, when the value of the game mode 6 staying game number counter is "0", the game mode 6 transition counter is cleared (step S173), and the additional specialization flag is cleared (step S174). Then, the game mode is set to the game mode 4 (step S175), the game mode 6 complete stop processing is completed, and the process returns. On the other hand, in the determination of step S172, if the value of the game mode 6 staying game number counter is not "0", the processing of steps S173 to S175 is not performed, and the processing at the time when the game mode 6 is completely stopped is completed and the game returns.

Next, as yet another example of the start processing for each game mode and the end processing for each game mode, the game mode 7 lever time processing and the game mode 7 full stop processing will be described. These are the processes performed during the stay in the game mode 7 following the above-mentioned game mode 7 entry process. In the game mode 7 lever time processing, as shown in FIG. 35 (A), first, the AT continuous lottery process is performed (step S181). Specifically, an AT continuation lottery is performed, and the winning value is set in the AT continuation determination counter (see FIG. 32 (B)). Next, it is determined whether or not the AT continuation flag is "0" (step S182). Here, if the AT continuation flag is "0", the process proceeds to step S183, and it is determined whether or not the value of the AT continuation determination counter is "1" or more, and if it is "1" or more ( If the AT continuation lottery in step S181 is won, this is the case), the AT continuation flag is set to "1" (step S184).

Next, the value of the game mode 7 staying game number counter is added by "1" (step S185). This is a process for securing a game (one additional game) for executing the revival effect when the AT continuous lottery is won in the game mode 7 stay game. After that, the value of the AT level counter is added by "1" (step S186), the game mode 7 lever time processing is completed, and the process returns. On the other hand, if the AT continuation flag is not "0" in the determination in step S182, or if the value of the AT continuation determination counter is not "1" or more in the determination in step S183, no further processing is performed. Game mode 7 Lever processing ends and returns.

In the game mode 7 total stop processing, as shown in FIG. 35 (B), first, the value of the game mode 7 staying game number counter is subtracted by "1" (step S191). Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the game mode 7 staying game number counter is “0” (step S192). Here, when the value of the game mode 7 staying game number counter is "0", it is determined whether or not the AT continuation flag is "1" (step S193), and when it is "1", it is determined. Further, it is determined whether or not the value of the AT continuation determination counter is "3" or more (step S194). Here, when the value of the AT continuation determination counter is "3" or more, the game mode is set to the game mode 8 (step S198), and the process proceeds to step S199. On the other hand, if the value of the AT continuation determination counter is not "3" or more, "30" is added to the AT game number counter (step S195), the AT continuation flag is cleared (step S196), and further, the game mode. Is set to the game mode 4 (step S197), and the process proceeds to step S199.

In step S199, the value of the AT stock determination counter is subtracted by the value of the AT continuation determination counter (in the case of AT continuation, the value of the AT continuation determination counter is always "1" or more, so that the AT is The more it continues, the closer the AT stock determination counter approaches to "0"). Next, the AT continuation determination counter is cleared (step S200). Further, the value of the AT stock number counter is subtracted by "1" (step S201), and the game mode 7 complete stop processing is completed and the game returns. If the AT continuation flag is not "1" in the determination in step S193, the game mode is set to the game mode 0 (step S202), the game mode 7 all stop processing is completed, and the game returns. Further, in the determination of step S192, if the value of the game mode 7 staying game number counter is not "0", the game mode 7 all stop processing is ended and the game returns.

In addition, in the game mode 7, the player plays the game while expecting that the victory effect is finally executed (AT is continued). As described above, when the victory effect is executed, there are cases where the AT is pulled back (when the victory effect is performed after the resurrection effect B) and when the AT continuation is confirmed at the time of entry (winning after the resurrection effect A). There are cases where a production is performed or a victory production is performed without a revival production). In the case of AT pullback, the privilege that the value of the AT level counter is upgraded is obtained, so if the victory effect is performed after the resurrection effect B, the AT will be continued after the end of the next AT game. You can make the player strongly expect that. On the other hand, in the case of AT continuation confirmation at the time of entry, the privilege of upgrading the value of the AT level counter cannot be obtained. However, in the case of AT continuation confirmation at the time of entry, it is confirmed that the value of the AT continuation determination counter is "1" or more at the start of the game mode 7 ("0" in the case of AT pullback). There is a higher possibility that the value of the AT continuation determination counter becomes "3" or more during the game mode 7 and the game mode 8 is set after the game mode 7 ends, as compared with the case of AT pullback. Therefore, if the victory effect is performed after the resurrection effect A or if the victory effect is performed without the resurrection effect, the player can be strongly expected to shift to the game mode 8. Therefore, in either case, the player can have a sense of anticipation for the future. When a certain combination determination result (also referred to as "determined combination determination result") is selected in the game mode 7, the value of the AT continuation determination counter is always added (for example, the confirmed cherry is won). In that case, only "1" or "2" may be added), and when such a definite combination decision result is selected, the player is notified of it. May be. By doing so, it becomes easier for the player to understand that the value of the AT continuation determination counter is added, so that the player's expectation can be increased.

<Timer interrupt processing>
Next, the timer interrupt process will be described. In the present embodiment, processing such as reading of each game operation signal output in response to a game operation such as a bet operation performed by the player, detection (confirmation) of the signal level, transmission of each control command, reel drive control, and the like. Is performed by a timer interrupt process that is executed every predetermined fixed time (for example, 2.235 milliseconds). In this timer interrupt process, as shown in FIG. 36, first, interrupt initial processing (register save, interrupt prohibition, etc.) is performed (step MT11), and then it is determined whether or not a power failure is detected. (Step MT12). Here, if the power cutoff is detected, the power cutoff process is performed (step MT25). In the power cutoff process, registers are saved, stack pointers are saved, interrupt states are saved, and the like. In addition, information on the combination determination result and information on the game state (including information on the AT) stored in the predetermined storage area are retained, and processing such as checksum calculation and storage is also performed.

On the other hand, if the power failure is not detected, the interrupt counter value is updated (subtracted by "1") (step MT13), and the timer is further measured (step MT14). This timer measurement performs subtraction, addition processing, and the like of the timer value of any timer set in the above-mentioned game progress control processing. Next, the input port is read (step MT15). In reading the input port, the signal level of each game operation signal input to the input port is read and stored, and the signal level is determined.

Next, a reel drive control process for controlling the drive of the reels 3a to 3c (acceleration of rotation, deceleration, maintenance of constant speed, maintenance of stop, etc.) is performed (step MT16). In this reel drive control process, a reel drive pulse output indicating the timing of switching the output phase (excitation phase) of the stepping motor according to the reel drive state (stop, reel rotation standby, acceleration, constant speed, deceleration, etc.) Processing such as updating the counter value and acquiring, updating, and outputting the reel drive pulse data for driving the stepping motor is performed. In the next step MT17, it is determined whether or not the reel drive control process has been executed for all reels, and if not, the process returns to step MT16 and the reel drive control process is performed again. On the other hand, when executed on all reels, a port output process for exciting output of the reel, hopper, blocker, etc. is performed (step MT18), and a control command stored in the control command buffer (CB) is transmitted. Command transmission processing is performed (step MT19).

Next, the process proceeds to step MT20, the outer end signal (external signal) data stored in the predetermined storage area is read out, and the outer end signal is output. Next, an LED display is performed so that the above-mentioned display lamp executes a predetermined display (step MT21). In this LED display, for example, the payout number display lamp 46j executes the following display. That is, if no error (excluding E-type error) has occurred, the number of payouts "0 to 9" is displayed based on the number of game medals paid out, or the numerical value "1 to 6" is displayed based on the set value. Display it. Further, when the push order is notified, the display modes "= 1" to "= 6" of the navigation number are displayed. If an error (excluding an E-type error) has occurred, an error display is executed based on the value of the error number.

Next, the process proceeds to step MT22 to perform error management. In this error management, first, an error check is performed. In this error check, it is determined whether or not an H0 error has occurred, whether or not a CE error has occurred, whether or not a CP error has occurred, whether or not a CH error has occurred, and C0. Judgment of whether or not an error has occurred, judgment of whether or not a C1 error has occurred, judgment of whether or not an E6 error has occurred, judgment of whether or not an E7 error has occurred, and further, E6 error or When an E7 error occurs, an error is displayed on the payout number display lamp 46j, and processing such as stopping the execution of the game is performed. If an E-type error occurs, the error can be recovered if the above-mentioned setting change processing is executed. After this error check, if an error occurs, the output request set at the time of error detection for transmitting the error information to the sub-control means 200 is processed. After executing this error management process, a process of updating a random number used for winning combination determination (step MT23) is performed, an interrupt return process (register return, interrupt permission, etc.) is performed (step MT24), and an interrupt return is performed. do.

<Change mode>
Next, an example of an embodiment (also referred to as a “changed embodiment”) in which the configuration of the above-described embodiment is partially modified will be described with reference to FIGS. 37 to 40. In this modification, the sub-main control means 200A, the sub-sub control means 200B, and the accessory control means 200C (not shown) are provided as the sub-control means, and the operation is controlled by the sub-control means (accessory control means 200C). It is equipped with an accessory (not shown) as a movable object. This accessory is composed of, for example, an upper accessory and a lower accessory. The superior object is arranged inside a decorative frame (also referred to as a "screen upper decorative frame") arranged at the upper part of the image display device 11 having an image display screen so as not to be visible when not in operation. The accessory is arranged inside a decorative frame (also referred to as a "screen lower decorative frame") arranged at the lower part of the image display device 11 having an image display screen so as not to be visible when not in operation. Then, at the time of operation, the superior object advances downward from the upper screen decorative frame to the center of the screen, and the lower accessory advances upward from the lower screen decorative frame to the center of the screen, and both roles are used. Objects are configured to face each other in the center of the screen (both characters are connected in front of the image display screen). In addition, the upper and lower accessories each have a hemispherical movable object that constitutes a spherical rotating portion when they face each other, and the rotating portion is configured to rotate while the two accessories face each other. Has been done.

When such an accessory is activated, an image related to the accessory (also referred to as an "image for the accessory").
, Lamps (also referred to as "lamps for characters"), and voices (also referred to as "sounds for characters") are performed (collectively referred to as "effects for characters"). For example, at the start of the operation of the accessory (when the upper and lower accessories (hereinafter, also referred to as "upper and lower accessories") are output), a sound suggesting that the accessory starts to operate ("start of operation of the accessory"). (Also referred to as "sound") is output, and an image suggesting that the accessory starts to operate, for example, an image in which the entire screen becomes black (also referred to as "black image") is displayed. Further, during the main operation of the accessory, for example, when the accessory (the rotating portion thereof) is rotated, a sound suggesting that the accessory is rotating (also referred to as "role rotation sound") or the accessory is used. Light is output from a lamp corresponding to the rotation (also referred to as a "rotating accessory lamp"), and an effect image (also referred to as a "rotating accessory rotating image") that emphasizes the rotating accessory is displayed. Further, at the end of the operation of the accessory (when the upper and lower accessories are retracted), a sound suggesting that the operation of the accessory has ended (also referred to as a “feature operation end sound”) is output.

On the other hand, when the character does not work, an image effect unrelated to the character (image of the character walking, an image suggesting the winning role, a battle image, a winning image, etc.) and a lamp effect (suggesting the winning role). Productions such as color light output) and voice production (voice output suggesting a winning combination, BGM output during battle, etc.) (collectively referred to as "non-role production") are executed. .. For example, a non-role effect performed when the start lever operation is accepted (also referred to as a “non-role effect when the lever is operated”), and a non-role effect performed when the first stop operation is accepted (“non-role during the first stop operation”). Also referred to as "effect for the character"), effect for the non-role performed at the time of receiving the second stop operation (also referred to as "effect for the non-character at the time of the second stop operation"), non-character performed at the time of accepting the third stop operation Useful effects (also referred to as "effects for non-commercial objects during the third stop operation") and the like can be mentioned.

Hereinafter, some production control examples in this modified mode will be described. FIG. 37 (A) shows an example of effect control in a game without a character movement (a game in which the character is originally not planned to be operated). In this case, no movement of the character is performed, and no effect for the character (ramp for the character, sound for the character, and image for the character) is performed. On the other hand, the non-role effect (one or more of the image effect, the lamp effect, and the sound effect) is performed when the lever operation is accepted, when the first stop operation is accepted, when the second stop operation is accepted, and when the second stop operation is accepted. 3 It can be executed when the stop operation is accepted. In FIG. 37 (A), a new non-role effect is performed when all operations are accepted, but it is not always necessary to perform a new non-role effect when all operations are accepted. For example, at the time of accepting the second stop operation, the non-role effect performed at the time of accepting the first stop operation may be continuously performed. The same is true for others.

FIG. 37 (B) shows the case where the accessory operates normally in the game in which the accessory is operated (the accessory is scheduled to be operated) when the third stop operation is accepted (the game in this case is also referred to as “normal game α”. An example of effect control in (referred to as) is shown. In this case, only the non-role effect is performed until the third stop operation is accepted (in FIG. 37 (B), a new non-role effect is performed when all the operations are accepted until the third stop operation is accepted. However, it is not always necessary to perform a new non-role production when all operations are accepted, and the non-role production is also one or more of image production, lamp production, and audio production. Any directing). At the time of accepting the third stop operation, various movements of the accessory, for example, an operation of putting out the upper and lower accessories, an operation of rotating the accessory, and an operation of retracting the upper and lower accessories are performed, and a corresponding effect for the accessory is performed. For example, the output of the bonus operation start sound and the black image display according to the action of putting out the upper and lower accessories, the output of light by the bonus rotation lamp and the output of the bonus rotation sound according to the motion of rotating the bonus. The image when the accessory is rotated is displayed, and the bonus operation end sound is output according to the motion of retracting the upper and lower accessories. Further, the timing at which the operation of the accessory ends (specifically, the sub-main control means 200A sends a command for outputting the accessory operation end sound to the sub-sub control means 200B and the accessory control means 200C, and the upper and lower accessories. Depending on the timing at which the command for retracting the command is transmitted), a non-role effect (such as an effect of displaying a winning image) at the time of the third stop operation is also performed. The execution of these accessory movements, bonus effects, and non-feature effects when the third stop operation is accepted is managed by a predetermined data table (also referred to as "data table for accessory operation") (data). It is configured so that various character movements, character effects, execution of non-character effects, etc. are controlled in the order described in the table). Specifically, the sub-main control means 200A performs effect control using the data table for the operation of the accessory. In the data table for the operation of the accessory in the case of FIG. 37 (B), a command for causing the sub-sub control means 200B to display a black image when the third stop operation is accepted is transmitted, and the third stop operation is performed. Sending a command to cause the accessory control means 200C to execute the operation of issuing the upper and lower accessories when there is an acceptance, and outputting the accessory operation start sound to the sub-sub control means 200B when the third stop operation is accepted. When the operation to send the command to be executed and the operation to put out the upper and lower accessories is finished, when the operation to put out the upper and lower accessories is finished Sending a command to cause the accessory control means 200C to execute the operation of rotating the accessory, controlling to output light by the accessory rotating lamp when the operation of issuing the upper and lower accessories is completed, and the upper and lower roles. Sending a command to make the sub-sub control means 200B execute the output of the accessory rotation sound when the operation to put out the object is finished, and for the non-role when the third stop operation is accepted when the operation to rotate the accessory is finished. Control to execute the effect (sending a command to cause the sub-sub control means 200B to display the winning image), and the operation of retracting the upper and lower accessories when the operation of rotating the accessory is completed are performed by the accessory control means 200C. It is described in the order of transmission of a command to be executed by the sub-sub control means 200B and transmission of a command to be executed by the sub-sub control means 200B when the operation of rotating the accessory is completed. The order in which they are described can be changed as appropriate. By the way, at each timing such as the timing when the third stop operation is accepted, the timing when the operation of issuing the upper and lower accessories is completed, and the timing when the operation of rotating the accessory is completed, the sub-sub control means 200B and the accessory control means 200C are used, respectively. By simply transmitting a command indicating each timing, the sub-sub control means 200B and the accessory control means 200C that have received the command may perform control according to the timing. However, when the control is performed using the data table, there is a problem that when one control becomes unexecutable, the control described after that cannot be performed.

FIG. 38 (A) shows a case where an abnormality occurs in a game with a character movement at the time of accepting the third stop operation at the start of the character operation or during the operation (the game in this case is referred to as “abnormality generation game α-”. An example of effect control in 1 ”) is shown. In this case as well, only the non-role effect is performed until the third stop operation is accepted (in FIG. 38 (A), a new non-role effect is performed when all the operations are accepted until the third stop operation is accepted. However, it is not always necessary to perform a new non-role production when all operations are accepted, and the non-role production is also one or more of image production, lamp production, and audio production. Any directing). At the time of accepting the third stop operation, as in the case of the normal game α, the control for executing the character movement and the character effect is executed until the character abnormality occurs, but the character abnormality occurs. At some point (such as when the accessory becomes inoperable (eg, the accessory is stuck in the non-operational position, the accessory is not in the non-operational position, etc.)), the execution of those controls is stopped (for example). The control described after that cannot be performed), and then a reset process (also referred to as "character reset") for recovering the accessory is performed. Specifically, the accessory control means 200C attempts an operation of putting out the accessory and an operation of retracting the accessory. If the operation of the accessory is not restored by one process (the operation of putting out the attempted accessory and the operation of retracting the accessory are not performed), this accessory reset is repeated up to a predetermined number of times (for example, 3 times). Will be. As a result of resetting the character, whether or not the operation of the character is restored (the operation of putting out the attempted character and the operation of retracting the character are performed) or not. Subsequent control (control whose execution has been stopped) described in the data table for the operation of the accessory is not restarted (however, if it is restored, the subsequent control may be restarted). The reason why the subsequent control is not restarted is that even if the effect is executed at a timing deviated from the original execution timing, the effect without tightness is only executed, so that the interest of the game may be significantly reduced. Further, even if the control is restarted, if the lever or the like is operated immediately after that, it is necessary to stop the control again and control the effect of the next game.

FIG. 38 (B) shows a case where an abnormality occurs when the operation of the accessory is terminated in the game with the accessory operation at the time of accepting the third stop operation (the game in this case is referred to as “abnormality generation game α-”. An example of effect control in (also referred to as "2") is shown. In this case, the same effect control as in the case of the normal game α is executed until the end of the operation of the accessory, but an abnormality occurs in the accessory when the operation of the accessory ends (upper and lower accessories). An attempt was made to retract, but when the upper and lower accessories were not in the state when they were released (the position was displaced when the accessory was rotated, etc.), the subsequent control execution was stopped. Then, the character reset process is performed. When the accessory reset is performed, the subsequent control will not be resumed regardless of whether the accessory operation is restored or not (by the way, if it is restored, the accessory is not restored). The upper and lower characters are retracted due to the character reset). In addition, the non-role effect (for example, display of the winning image) at the time of the third stop operation, which was planned to be performed in parallel with the operation of retracting the upper and lower accessories, is executed (described in the data table for the accessory operation). This is because the order in which they are performed is before the action of retracting the upper and lower accessories).

FIG. 39 (A) shows the effect control in the case where the accessory operates normally in the game with the accessory movement when the first and third stop operations are accepted (the game in this case is also referred to as “normal game β”). An example is shown. In this case, the same effect control as in the case of the normal game α is executed except when the first stop operation is accepted. At the time of accepting the first stop operation, the accessory operation of pulling out and retracting the upper and lower accessories and the timing of ending the accessory operation (specifically, the sub-main control means 200A is attached to the accessory control means 200C to the upper and lower accessories. The non-commercial effect at the time of the first stop operation is executed according to the timing of transmitting the command for issuing the command). The bonus operation at the time of receiving the first stop operation and the effect for the non-feature at the time of the first stop operation are configured to be managed by the data table for the bonus operation for that purpose. Specifically, in the data table for accessory operation (for the first stop operation) in the case of FIG. 39 (B), the operation of pulling out and retracting the upper and lower accessories when the first stop operation is accepted is useful. It is described in the order of transmission of a command for causing the object control means 200C to execute, and transmission of a command for causing the sub-sub control means 200B to execute the non-role effect at the time of the first stop operation when the upper and lower accessories are retracted. Further, the data table for the accessory operation (for the third stop operation) in the case of FIG. 39 (B) is the same as the data table for the accessory operation in the case of FIG. 37 (B).

FIG. 39 (B) shows a game in which a bonus operation is performed when the first and third stop operations are accepted, and a bonus error occurs during the bonus operation when the first stop operation is accepted and the game is restored (the game in this case). Is also referred to as "abnormality generation game β-1"). In this case, when an abnormality occurs in the accessory (for example, the accessory has become inoperable (for example, the accessory has stopped moving from the non-operating position, the accessory is not in the non-operating position, etc.)). Subsequent execution of control is stopped, and the accessory reset process is performed. In this example, as a result of the character reset, the operation of the character is restored (the upper and lower characters are retracted due to the character reset), but the subsequent control is not resumed (the non-character effect during the first stop operation is , Even if the operation of the character is restored, it will not be executed). Since the operation of the character has been restored, when the third stop operation is accepted, the same effect control as in the case of the normal game β (the character operation, the effect for the character, and the effect for the non-character at the time of the third stop operation is performed. Control to execute) is executed.

FIG. 40A shows a game in which a bonus operation is performed when the first and third stop operations are accepted, and a bonus error occurs during the bonus operation when the first stop operation is accepted and the game is not recovered (the game in this case). This is also referred to as "abnormality generation game β-2"), and an example of effect control is shown. In this case, an abnormality has occurred in the character (for example, the character has become inoperable (for example, the character has stopped moving from the non-operating position), and the character has not operated, as in the abnormal game β-1. (For example, it is not in the position of)), the execution of the control after that is stopped, and the accessory reset process is performed. In this example, even if the accessory is reset a predetermined number of times, the operation of the accessory may not be restored. Since the operation of the accessory has not been restored at the time of accepting the third stop (the accessory cannot be operated), the accessory operation and the effect for the accessory are not executed at the time of accepting the third stop operation (the accessory cannot be operated). This is because the operation is incapable, so even if it is controlled using the data table for the operation of the accessory, it will be stopped in the middle). However, it is preferable that at least the effect for non-commercial objects during the third stop operation is executed with the acceptance of the third stop operation as an opportunity. Specifically, the effect for the non-role at the time of the third stop operation is different from the case of the normal game β (different from the data table for the operation of the character (for the third stop operation)) data table ("role". It is configured to be managed by the data table for when recovery of goods fails. It should be noted that the accessory reset may be controlled to be executed again when the third stop operation is accepted.

In FIG. 40 (B), the accessory operation is scheduled when the third stop operation is accepted (controlled by using the data table for the accessory operation), but the accessory abnormality occurs before the game and is restored. An example of effect control in the case where the game is not performed (the game in this case is also referred to as "game γ after failure to restore the character") is shown. In this case, until the third stop operation is accepted, as in the case of the normal game α, only the non-role effect (in FIG. 40B, when all the operations are accepted until the third stop operation is accepted, a new one is added. However, it is not always necessary to perform a new non-role production when all operations are accepted, and the non-role production is also an image production, a lamp production, and a voice production. Any one or more of the productions may be performed). Then, when the third stop operation is accepted, the third stop operation is performed by the data table for the accessory recovery failure instead of the data table for the accessory operation (for the third stop operation) as in the abnormality occurrence game β-2. Perform a production for non-roles.

Despite the fact that the character is inoperable, if the character effect related to the character's movement is executed as scheduled, the effect will be played without any tightness, and the intention of the effect will not be understood. There is a risk that the interest will be significantly reduced. Therefore, in this example, when the character is inoperable, the related character effect is not executed, so that it is possible to avoid a significant decrease in the interest of the game. In addition, since the non-role effect that is not related to the movement of the character is feasible as much as possible, it is possible to improve the interest of the game as compared with the case where the effect is completely lost. Furthermore, the non-role effect when the character is inoperable is managed by the data table for the case when the character recovery fails, so it is for the non-character depending on the situation where the character does not work. It is possible to accurately control the production. In addition, after the non-feature effect (also referred to as "fail-safe effect") at the time of the third stop operation is executed by the data table for the failure of the accessory recovery even once, the power supply is stopped and the power supply is restored. Until then, the fail-safe effect is performed in the same situation (even if it is decided to control using the character operation data table, it is controlled by switching to the character recovery failure data table). When the power is restored, the operation of the accessory is restored at the time of restoration, and when the operation of the accessory is restored, the normal production is performed thereafter (using the data table for the operation of the accessory). When it is decided to control it, it is controlled by using the data table for the operation of the accessory). However, when the operation of the accessory is not restored, even if it is decided to control using the data table for the accessory operation, the data table for the accessory recovery failure is switched and controlled. In addition, there are multiple data tables for when the accessory recovery fails, and when it is decided to control using the data table for accessory operation (for the first stop operation), it is not useful during the first stop operation. It can be controlled by switching to the data table for when the recovery of the accessory is performed (for the first stop operation), and the data table for the operation of the accessory (for the third stop operation) is used. When it has been decided, it is controlled by switching to the data table for the failure of the restoration of the accessory (for the third stop operation) in which the effect for the non-role at the time of the third stop operation is performed. If the operation of the accessory is not restored even if the accessory is reset a plurality of times, the accessory inoperability flag indicating that is set. Then, when trying to control using the data table for accessory operation, check the accessory inoperability flag, and if it is set, switch to the data table for accessory recovery failure and control. .. In this example, the accessory control means 200C is provided and the accessory control means 200C is used to operate the accessory, but the sub-main control means 200A may be used to directly operate the accessory.

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Next, another embodiment different from the above-described embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 41 to 57. FIG. 41 is an external view showing the appearance of a slot machine according to another embodiment. The term "image" in the following description includes still images and moving images, unless otherwise specified.

Conventionally, pachinko machines have been alerted while waiting for a game as a measure against immersiveness (a measure to reduce the number of players who play a game beyond their own resources). However, most of the players who are watching the demo screen are not the players who are actually enthusiastic, but the players who are about to start the game, so they can exert the expected effect as a countermeasure against addiction. However, the number of players who played games beyond their own resources did not decrease.

It is thought that the devotion occurs as a result of the player's inability to make a calm judgment. The following timings can be mentioned as the timings at which there is a high possibility that a calm judgment cannot be made.
(1) Timing at which the AT game ends Since many game medals are awarded during the AT game, it is highly likely that the player will become more motivated and will not be able to make a calm judgment. In addition, it is easy to expect that the AT game is hidden (maybe the AT lottery has been won), and it is highly possible that a calm judgment cannot be made. Further, at the end of the AT game, the total number of game medals awarded during the AT game is displayed on the image display device. At that time, if the number of game medals awarded during the AT game is smaller than the number of game medals corresponding to the amount of money used so far, it is easy to fall into the feeling of trying to get it back (let's win the AT lottery) and keep calm. It can be said that there is a high possibility that it will not be possible to make a judgment.
(2) Timing at the end of the bonus game During the bonus game, many game medals are awarded, so it is highly likely that the player will become more motivated and will not be able to make a calm judgment. In addition, if the number of times the bonus role is won is large, it is easy to expect that the setting is high (for example, the setting value is 5 or more), and it is highly likely that a calm judgment cannot be made. Further, at the end of the bonus game, the total number of game medals given during the bonus game is displayed on the image display device. At that time, if the number of game medals given during the bonus game is smaller than the number of game medals corresponding to the amount of money used so far, it is easy to fall into the feeling of recovering (let's win the bonus role) and calmly. It can be said that there is a high possibility that it will not be possible to make a judgment.

Therefore, in another embodiment, attention is given at the timing when a special game such as an AT game or a bonus game in which many game medals can be awarded ends.

FIG. 42 is an example of an end screen displayed on the image display device and an image for calling attention (hereinafter referred to as “attention image”) at the end of the special game. The end screen is an image showing at least the total number of game medals (TOTAL XXX) and the background given during the special game. An image showing the total number of game medals (TOTAL XXX) given during the special game may be prepared as an image separate from the image showing the background (hereinafter referred to as "background image"). In addition, the alert image is an image that clearly states "Be careful not to get into it. Pachislot is a play that you can enjoy moderately."

Next, with reference to FIG. 43, the size of the caution image to be displayed on the image display device at the end of the special game will be described. If the attention-calling image is too small, the player cannot recognize it, and the effect expected as a countermeasure against immersiveness cannot be exhibited. On the other hand, if it is too large, it may interfere with the visual recognition of other images. In other words, it can be offensive to the player. Therefore, in another embodiment, if the image display device that displays the alert image is less than 7 inches (in other words, if it is a small image display device), the size of the alert image is 10.00 mm in length. The width is 64.12 mm. If the image display device that displays the alert image is 7 inches or more (in other words, if it is a large image display device), the size of the alert image is 30.00 mm in length and 192.37 mm in width. It is supposed to be.

Next, with reference to FIG. 44, the timing of displaying the end screen and the alert image on the image display device will be described. FIG. 44 shows the final game of the special game, and when a game medal is awarded in the final game (when a small winning combination is won), the end screen and the alert are displayed on the image display device after addition or payout as the number of credits. An image is displayed (FIG. 44 (a)). If no game medal is awarded in the final game (such as when the replay combination wins a prize), the end screen and the alert image are displayed on the image display device after the rotation of all reels has stopped (FIG. 44 (b)). ).

Next, the timing for hiding the end screen on the image display device will be described. One of the reasons for displaying the end screen is to teach the player the total number of game medals given during the special game. That is, it can be said that there is no problem even if the end screen is hidden as long as it seems that the player has recognized the total number of game medals awarded during the special game. Therefore, in another embodiment, the end screen is hidden when the start switch is operated.

Further, in another embodiment, when the start switch is operated, the effect screen corresponding to the game situation at that time is displayed on the image display device. For example, if the bonus game or the game after the end of the AT game is a normal game and the cherry role, which is one of the small roles, is won, the cherry role as shown in FIG. 45 (a) is won. The suggestive effect screen can be displayed. Further, if the game after the end of the bonus game is an AT preparation game and the push order bell role, which is one of the small roles, is won, the stop switch is operated in any order as shown in FIG. 45 (b). It is possible to display a push order image (hereinafter, also referred to as a “navigation image”) indicating whether or not it should be performed, and an effect screen during the AT preparation game.

Next, the time for which the alert image is continuously displayed will be described. If the time for displaying the attention-calling image is too short, the player cannot recognize it, and the expected effect as a countermeasure against immersiveness cannot be exhibited. Moreover, even if it can be recognized, it does not care, and the expected effect as a countermeasure against immersiveness cannot be exhibited. On the other hand, if it is too long, it may interfere with the visual recognition of other images. In other words, it can be offensive to the player. Therefore, in another embodiment, the attention-calling image is continuously displayed only for a time that can exert the expected effect as a countermeasure against immersiveness and does not cause discomfort to the player. The time appropriate for continuing to display the alert image will be explained step by step.

First, with reference to FIG. 46, the time spent when the player plays the game in the shortest time will be described. After the start switch is operated, the time spent from the start of the rotation of the reel until the rotation speed of the reel becomes constant is about 180 ms. In addition, the time spent from the operation of the stop switch to the stop of the rotation of the reel is 190 ms at the maximum (Article 6 of the Regulations on Certification of Gaming Machines and Examination of Types, etc. (Technical Standards on Gaming Machine Models). ) Shown in Attached Table 5 (1) a (g)). Further, the time spent adding the granted game medals as the number of credits and the time actually spent paying out are about 40 ms per card. That is, although the time spent when the player plays the game in the shortest time varies depending on the number of game medals given, if the specifications are such that multiple stop switches cannot be operated at the same time (multiple reels cannot be stopped and controlled at the same time). Approximately 750ms
~ Approximately 1070 ms (when the number of game medals awarded is 0 to 8), and if the specifications are such that multiple stop switches can be operated at the same time (multiple reels can be stopped and controlled at the same time), approximately 370 ms to approximately 690 ms (granted). It can be said that the number of game medals to be played is 0 to 8).

By the way, even if the player plays the game in the shortest time, one game cannot be completed in less than the minimum game time (the minimum time required for one game is 4100 ms or more). This is an interpretation of Appendix 5 (1) Li (a) and its technical standards shown in Article 6 (Technical Standards for Game Machine Types) of the Regulations Concerning Certification of Pachinko Machines and Examination of Types, etc. It is stipulated in the standard. Therefore, in another embodiment, as shown in FIG. 47, even when the previous game is played in the shortest time and the start switch is operated, it is the reel in the previous game that starts the rotation of the reel. By setting 4100 ms after the start of the rotation of the reel, one game is not completed in less than the minimum game time.

In general, in the BB game, which is one of the bonus games, a small winning combination that does not require a push (a small winning combination that does not require the stop switch to be operated aiming at a specific symbol) is won with a high probability (always won). It may be a specification). Further, in the AT game, although the push order bell combination and the push order replay combination, which require the stop switches to be operated in a specific order, are won, the order in which the stop switches should be operated is taught. Furthermore, the player is in an excited state during the bonus game or the AT game. Therefore, at least during the special game, many players play in the shortest time.

As described above, even if the player plays the game in the shortest time, one game cannot be completed in less than the minimum game time. That is, as shown in FIG. 48, when the final game of the special game is played in the shortest time, even if the start switch is operated immediately, there is a certain amount of time before the reel starts rotating. Further, even if the rotation of the reel starts, there is a certain amount of time before the rotation speed of the reel becomes constant. Since any operation by the player is invalid during these times, the player does not feel uncomfortable even if the alert image is continuously displayed, but the alert image is displayed even after these times. If it continues to be displayed, it may cause discomfort to the player. This is because, after these times, at least the operation of the stop switch becomes effective, but the suggestion that the cherry role was won as shown in FIG. 45 (a) and the warning image overlap, so that the stop switch is switched. This is because you cannot operate (because you do not know which role to aim for), or because the alert image is displayed, you may feel uneasy that you should not operate the stop switch. .. Therefore, it can be said that it is preferable that the time for continuing to display the alert image does not exceed these times.

Therefore, in another embodiment, the appropriate time for continuously displaying the attention-calling image is set to 3000 ms or more and 3210 ms or less. The reason why it is set to 3000 ms or more is that the longer it is, the more effective it is expected to be as a countermeasure against immersiveness.

As shown in FIG. 49, it seems that there are a few players who spend a lot of time playing the game even during the special game. In that case, if the attention-calling image is continuously displayed for 3210 ms, at least the operation of the stop switch becomes effective on the way, which may cause discomfort to the player. However, since he is a player who spends a lot of time playing the game even during the special game, it is highly likely that he does not feel more uncomfortable than the player who plays the game in the shortest time. By the way, if the game is played in the shortest time after the attention-calling image is hidden, one game can be completed before the minimum game time elapses. Therefore, although it is possible to end one game before the minimum game time has elapsed, the warning image has been displayed continuously, so that one game has been performed before the minimum game time has elapsed. There are no complaints about not being able to finish the game (loss).

Next, the position where the alert image is displayed will be described. Basically, it is preferable that the display is in a position that is easy for the player to recognize. One of the positions easily recognized by the player is a position above the center of the housing. This is because the height of the player's eyes is above the center of the housing.

In another embodiment, as shown in FIG. 41, an image display device is provided above the center of the housing, and as shown in FIG. 42, a warning image is displayed above the center of the image display device.

Of course, if the image display device is provided above the center of the housing, the image display device is above the center, above the center, above the right corner, above the center, above the left corner, below the center, below the center, and below the right corner. , A warning image may be displayed in the left corner below the center.

In addition, it is preferable to determine the position where the attention-calling image is displayed in consideration of the position where the other image is displayed. For example, it is preferable to display a warning image at a position that does not overlap as much as possible with the total number of game medals (TOTAL XXX) given during the special game and the suggestion that the cherry role has been won. Further, it is preferable to display the attention-calling image at a position where the push order image does not overlap as much as possible.

Further, in another embodiment, the attention is alerted even while waiting for the game. FIG. 50 shows a demo screen displayed on the image display device while waiting for a game.

When the game is on standby, an image showing the manufacturer is first displayed (FIG. 50 (a)). Then, after the lapse of a predetermined time, a caution image is displayed (FIG. 50 (b)). Further, after a lapse of a predetermined time, an image introducing the subject matter of the slot machine is displayed (FIG. 50 (c)). In this way, while the game is on standby, FIGS. 50 (a) to 50 (c) are repeatedly displayed on the image display device.

As mentioned above, most of the players watching the demo screen are not the players who are actually absorbed in it, but the players who are about to start the game. As a countermeasure against immersiveness, it is possible to give an impression to the player who is about to start the game that he / she should not be enthusiastic in advance, but if excessive attention is given, there is a risk that the motivation for the game will be reduced. Therefore, in another embodiment, the time during which the image for alerting is continuously displayed during the waiting for the game is shorter than the time during which the image for alerting is continuously displayed at the end of the special game. In other words, it is less than 3000 ms. Specifically, it is set to 2000 ms or less. However, it is not limited to this.

By the way, the position and size of displaying the alert image are the same as the position and size of being displayed at the end of the special game. This is because if the display position is changed depending on the situation, the burden on the sub-control unit may increase. Also, if the size is changed, it is necessary to prepare a plurality of images.

Next, a case where an error occurs in the final game of the special game will be described with reference to FIG. 54. In another embodiment, even if an error occurs between the time when the start switch is operated and the rotation of all reels is stopped, the progress of the game is not stopped until the rotation of all reels is stopped. It has become. This is because if the progress of the game is stopped, the player's concentration may be lost and mistakes may easily occur when operating the stop switch. It should be noted that the minimum game time (4100 ms) is measured even while the progress of the game is stopped.

Then, when the rotation of all the reels is stopped (when the progress of the game is stopped), an error image is displayed on the image display device. This is because if the error image is displayed when an error occurs, the player may make a mistake in a surprised time signature. After that, when the error is cleared, the progress of the game is restarted (if there is a game medal awarded, the awarded game medal is added or actually paid out as the number of credits), and the end screen and attention are given to the image display device. An arousal image is displayed.

It will take some time until the error is cleared, but the alert image is continuously displayed for a predetermined time (3000 ms or more, 3210 ms or less). Of course, since the alert image will continue to be displayed even after the operation of the stop switch is enabled, it may cause discomfort to the player, but if the time to continue displaying the alert image is shortened, This is because there is a slight possibility that the expected effect as a countermeasure against immersiveness cannot be achieved. Also, since it will take some time for the error to be cleared, it may not be unpleasant if the alert image continues to be displayed even after the stop switch operation is enabled. Is high.

Next, with reference to FIG. 55, a case where an error occurs in a situation where a warning image is displayed at the end of the special game will be described. In another embodiment, if an error occurs before the start switch is operated, the progress of the game is stopped when the error occurs. It should be noted that the minimum game time (4100 ms) is measured even while the progress of the game is stopped.

Further, when the progress of the game is stopped, the image display device displays an error image on top of the alert image. By the way, since it is necessary to promptly notify the game clerk that an error has occurred, the error image is set to have a higher priority than the alert image. After that, when the error is cleared, the progress of the game is restarted (if there is a game medal awarded, the awarded game medal is added or actually paid out as the number of credits), and the error image is not displayed on the image display device. Display.

It will take some time until the error is cleared, but it does not include the time that the error image is continuously displayed (the time spent until the error is cleared), and the predetermined time (3000 ms or more). , 3210 ms or less) keeps displaying the alert image. It should be noted that the time that was continuously displayed before the error image was displayed (the error occurred) is included. Of course, since the alert image will continue to be displayed even after the operation of the stop switch is enabled, it may cause discomfort to the player, but if the time to continue displaying the alert image is shortened, This is because there is a slight possibility that the expected effect as a countermeasure against immersiveness cannot be achieved. Also, since it will take some time for the error to be cleared, it may not be unpleasant if the alert image continues to be displayed even after the stop switch operation is enabled. Is high.

Next, with reference to FIG. 56, a case where the power supply is stopped while the alert image is displayed at the end of the special game will be described. In another embodiment, when the power supply is stopped, the measurement of the minimum game time (4100 ms) is also stopped, and when the power supply is restarted, the measurement of the minimum game time (4100 ms) is also restarted.

Further, when the power supply is stopped, the image display device is also stopped, and when the power supply is restarted, the image display device is also restarted. It should be noted that the warning image is continuously displayed for a predetermined time (3000 ms or more, 3210 ms or less) including the time that was continuously displayed before the power supply was stopped. As a result, if the game is played in the shortest time, the attention alert image will not continue to be displayed even after the operation of the stop switch is enabled, and the player will not be uncomfortable.

Next, with reference to FIG. 57, a case where the effect switch is operated in a situation where a warning image is displayed at the end of the special game will be described. In another embodiment, when a game medal is awarded, the game medal to be awarded is added as the number of credits or is actually paid out until the game medal is inserted (the bet switch is operated and inserted from the insertion slot). In the meantime, when the effect switch is operated, the menu screen is displayed on the image display device. Further, when the menu screen is displayed on the image display device, items such as password input, two-dimensional code display, and payout table can be selected. Specifically, each item can be selected by operating the cross key switch and the effect switch.

Even if the effect switch is operated, the alert image is continuously displayed for a predetermined time (3000 ms or more, 3210 ms or less). This is because if the attention-calling image is hidden when the menu screen is displayed, the expected effect as a countermeasure against immersiveness may not be exhibited.

However, the position where the alert image is displayed is such that the selected item can be seen. In other words, as long as the selected item can be understood, it may be displayed in an overlapping manner. Further, the position where the attention-calling image is displayed is set so as not to overlap with the two-dimensional code displayed when the two-dimensional code display is selected as much as possible. This is to prevent the player who is about to finish the game from being unable to finish the game immediately by continuously displaying the alert image.

In another embodiment, at the end of the special game, a warning image is displayed on the image display device together with the end screen. However, if the number of game medals awarded during the special game is extremely small, the special game At the end, the alert image may not be displayed on the image display device.

If the number of game medals awarded during the special game is extremely small, the player will not be distracted, and the number of game medals corresponding to the amount of money used so far will be increased during the special game. Even if the number of game medals is small, it is difficult to get the feeling of getting it back (because it is almost impossible to get it back).

As an example of the case where the number of game medals awarded during the special game is extremely small, there are cases where the number of medals is less than 300 during the AT game and 50 or less during the bonus game. In addition, the alert screen is displayed on the image display device at the end of the special game or at a part of the demo screen, but every fixed time (for example, every hour) and every fixed number of games (for example, every 600 games). A predetermined time (3000 ms or more, 3210 ms or less) may be displayed, or a certain time (for example, 1 hour) and a certain number of games (600 games) have elapsed since the last warning screen was displayed. It may be displayed. At that time, the caution screen may be displayed small in the upper right corner of the center of the image display device, or may be the same as the position and size displayed at the end of the special game. In addition, when displaying, it may be displayed at the same time as other effects (continuous effect, notice effect, effect showing expectation, etc.), or it is set so that the period during which it is displayed is an inoperable period. May be good. By displaying the display on a regular basis, it is possible to call attention to a player who has not performed a special game.

In another embodiment, at the end of the special game, the alert image is displayed on the image display device together with the end screen, but when the end screen is not displayed, the alert image may not be displayed either. .. For example, when the AT game is performed 20 times in a row, the moving image is displayed on the image display device during the 20th AT game. Then, even if the bonus combination is won during the 20th AT game, even during the bonus game or at the end of the bonus game, the image display device wants to continue to display the moving image, so that the image display device is used at the end of the bonus game. The end screen is not displayed. In such a case, the caution image may not be displayed because it hinders the visual recognition of the displayed moving image. However, at the end of the 20th AT game, it is preferable to display the end screen on the image display device and display the caution image.

In other embodiments, the size of the alert image is set to the size shown in FIG. 43, but it is sufficient as long as it can exert the effect expected as a countermeasure against immersiveness, and the size of the alert image is larger than the size shown in FIG. 43. It may be an image.

Further, the size of the alert image displayed at the end of the special game may be changed depending on the situation. For example, the size when displayed together with the end screen and the size when displayed together with the effect screen may be different sizes.

In another embodiment, when a game medal is awarded, the end screen and the alert image are displayed on the image display device after addition or payout as the number of credits, but the image is displayed after all the reels have stopped rotating. It may be displayed on the display device, or may be displayed on the image display device when the last stop switch is released. Also, if no game medal is awarded, the image display device will display the end screen and alert image after all reels have stopped rotating, but when the last stop switch is released, the image display device will display it. It may be displayed.

In another embodiment, the end screen and the alert image are displayed on the image display device at the same timing, but the alert image may be displayed after the end screen is displayed. Further, a caution image may be displayed after a lapse of a predetermined time after the end screen is displayed.

In another embodiment, the end screen is hidden when the start switch is operated regardless of whether or not the game medal is given in the final game, but the game medal is given in the final game. If so, the end screen may be hidden when the game medal is inserted (the bet switch is operated and inserted from the insertion slot).

Further, it may be hidden when a predetermined time has elapsed since the end screen was displayed. This is because the image display device displays not only the end screen but also the alert image, so that the player who feels anxiety may not operate the start switch.

In another embodiment, the image display device is provided above the center of the housing, but the image display device may be provided in the center of the housing. In that case, if the attention-calling image is displayed on the upper side of the center, the upper right corner of the center, the upper left corner of the center, and the center of the image display device, the image is displayed at a position close to the height of the player's eyes. If only one image display device is provided, the player's line of sight will be gathered there, so a warning image will be displayed in the lower right corner from the center, the lower right corner from the center, and the lower left corner from the center. May be good.

Further, due to the influence of the design of the housing, the image display device may be provided below the center of the housing. If only one image display device is provided, the player's line of sight will be gathered there, so the upper right corner from the center, the upper right corner from the center, the upper left corner from the center, the center, the lower side from the center, and the lower than the center. A warning image may be displayed in the right corner on the side and the left corner below the center.

Further, the position of the alert image displayed at the end of the special game may be changed depending on the situation. For example, the position when displaying together with the end screen and the position when displaying together with the effect screen may be different positions.

In another embodiment, FIGS. 50 (a) to 50 (c) are repeatedly displayed during the game standby, but the display order may be changed. For example, FIGS. 51 (a) to 51 (c) may be repeatedly displayed. The reason why the player sees the demo screen before starting the game is to confirm what the subject matter of the slot machine that is going to start the game is. If there is a risk that the motivation for playing will be significantly reduced by displaying the image for calling attention before the image introducing the subject of the slot machine is displayed as in other embodiments, the display is performed. It is preferable to change the order of doing. The order of replacement is not limited to this.

In other embodiments, the time for displaying the alert image while waiting for the game is set to less than 3000 ms, but if it is necessary to impress the player who is about to start the game that he / she should not be absorbed in advance, 3000 ms. You may keep displaying the above.

In another embodiment, the position and size of the alert image displayed during the game standby are the same as the position and size displayed at the end of the special game, but the position and size to be displayed are changed. You may change it depending on the situation. For example, as shown in FIG. 52, when a warning image is always displayed while waiting for a game, it may be displayed small in the upper right corner of the center of the image display device. This is a device to prevent excessive attention from being displayed because the attention-calling image will continue to be displayed for a long time. The position and size to be displayed are not limited to this.

In another embodiment, even if an error occurs between the operation of the start switch and the stop of rotation of all reels, the progress of the game is not stopped until the rotation of all reels is stopped. However, the progress of the game may not be stopped until the game medal to be awarded is added as the number of credits or actually paid out (except when the game medal is not awarded).

In another embodiment, if an error occurs between the time the start switch is operated and the rotation of all reels is stopped, the error image is displayed on the image display device when the progress of the game is stopped. However, the error image may be displayed when an error occurs. As a result, the game clerk can rush in, and the error can be cleared immediately after the progress of the game is stopped.

In another embodiment, if an error occurs between the time the start switch is operated and the rotation of all reels stops, the minimum game time (4100 ms) is measured even while the game progress is stopped. Although it is done, the measurement of the minimum game time may be stopped. As a result, if the game is played in the shortest time, the attention alert image will not continue to be displayed even after the operation of the stop switch is enabled, and the player will not be uncomfortable.

In another embodiment, if an error occurs between the start switch operation and the stop of rotation of all reels, a predetermined time (3000 ms) regardless of the time spent to clear the error. (As described above, 3210 ms or less), the alert image is continuously displayed, but the time spent displaying the alert image may be shortened by the time spent until the error is cleared or the time corresponding to the time. For example, when it takes 60,000 ms or more to clear the error, the alert image may be continuously displayed for 1000 ms.

In another embodiment, when an error occurs in a situation where the alert image is displayed at the end of the special game, the error image is displayed on top of the alert image, but the alert image is not displayed. , And an error image may be displayed. Then, when the error is cleared, the error image may be hidden and a warning image may be displayed. This is suitable when it is desired to make the priority of the error image and the alert image the same.

In another embodiment, if an error occurs while the alert image is displayed at the end of the special game, the time spent displaying the error image (the time spent until the error is cleared) is set. Not included, the alert image was continuously displayed for a predetermined time (3000 ms or more, 3210 ms or less), but the time spent displaying the error image (time spent until the error was cleared) was used. Including, the attention alert image may be continuously displayed for a predetermined time (3000 ms or more, 3210 ms or less). Regardless of whether or not the error image is displayed (whether or not an error has occurred), it is sufficient to continue displaying the alert image for a predetermined time (3000 ms or more, 3210 ms or less), so that the sub-control unit determines. You don't have to increase the burden.

In another embodiment, if an error occurs while the alert image is displayed at the end of the special game, it should include the time that was being displayed before the error image was displayed (the error occurred). However, it is possible not to include the time that has been displayed before the error image is displayed (the error occurs). This is suitable when there is a high possibility that the player's consciousness deviates from the attention-calling image due to the display of the error image.

In another embodiment, if an error occurs while the alert image is displayed at the end of the special game, the minimum game time (4100 ms) is measured even while the progress of the game is stopped. However, the measurement of the minimum game time may be stopped. As a result, if the game is played in the shortest time, the attention alert image will not continue to be displayed even after the operation of the stop switch is enabled, and the player will not be uncomfortable.

In another embodiment, when an error occurs while the alert image is displayed at the end of the special game, the priority of the error image is set higher than that of the alert image, but the priority of the alert image is set. May be set higher than the error image. However, since it is not preferable that the type of error that has occurred cannot be specified by the alert image, it is preferable that the position where the alert image is displayed does not overlap with the position where the type of error that has occurred is specified. .. As long as the types of errors that have occurred can be specified, they may overlap.

In this case, the warning image is continuously displayed for a predetermined time (3000 ms or more, 3210 ms or less) including the time that the error image is continuously displayed (the time spent until the error is cleared). You may do so.

In another embodiment, when the power supply is stopped while the warning image is displayed at the end of the special game, the time that has been displayed before the power supply is stopped is included. However, it may not include the time that was displayed before the power supply stopped. This is suitable when there is a high possibility that the player's consciousness deviates from the alert image due to the power supply being stopped.

In another embodiment, an image display device that starts up (resumes display) immediately when the power supply is resumed is used, but even when an image display device that takes a long time to start up is used, the power supply is stopped. The attention-calling image may be continuously displayed for a predetermined time (3000 ms or more and 3210 ms or less) including the time that has been continuously displayed before the image is displayed. Depending on the time until activation, the alert image will continue to be displayed even after the stop switch operation is enabled, which may cause discomfort to the player, but the alert image is displayed. This is because if the duration is shortened, there is a slight possibility that the expected effect as a countermeasure against immersiveness cannot be exhibited. However, if there is a possibility of causing a great deal of discomfort to the player, the time for displaying the alert image may be shortened by the time until the start-up or the time corresponding to the time. It should be noted that the time that was continuously displayed before the power supply was stopped may not be included.

In another embodiment, when a game medal is awarded, the game medal to be awarded is added as the number of credits or is actually paid out until the game medal is inserted (the bet switch is operated and inserted from the insertion slot). In the meantime, when the effect switch is operated, the menu screen is displayed on the image display device, but regardless of whether or not the game medal is awarded, before the start switch is operated, When the effect switch is operated, the menu screen may be displayed on the image display device.

In another embodiment, the position where the alert image is displayed is set so that the selected item can be seen when the menu screen is displayed, but the selected item cannot be known. You may. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the player's consciousness from deviating from the attention-calling image.

In another embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 48 and 49, even if the alert image continues to be displayed, the operation of the start switch or the like is effective (the game progresses), but the alert image is displayed. You may freeze it while it continues to be displayed. In other words, the operation of the start switch or the like may be invalidated (the progress of the game is stopped). Although it causes discomfort to the player, it is possible to maximize the effect expected as a countermeasure against immersiveness. Specifically, since the progress of the game is stopped for a long period of time, the motivation for the game can be reduced to some extent. In this case, it is appropriate that the time during which the alert image is continuously displayed is a time during which the motivation for playing can be reduced to some extent. However, if it is too long (for example, the time is longer than the minimum playing time), the player may never play again. Therefore, it is preferably 3000 ms or more and less than 4100 ms.

Further, in the case of freezing, as shown in FIG. 53, after displaying the end screen on the image display device, the end screen may be hidden and only the caution image may be displayed. By displaying only the attention-calling image, the player's consciousness can be surely directed to the attention-calling image, so that the expected effect as a countermeasure against immersiveness can be further exhibited. Even if the alert image is hidden and the end screen is displayed again after a predetermined time (3000 ms or more and less than 4100, a predetermined time) has elapsed since the alert image was displayed. Alright, you may continue to display only the alert image.

First, while waiting for a game, the images are displayed in the order of FIGS. 50 (b), 50 (a), and 50 (c), and then when the timing of displaying FIG. 53 (b) is reached, FIG. 50 (B) may be continuously displayed. This eliminates the need to prepare an image for displaying FIG. 53 (b).

In other embodiments, the image display device is used to call attention, but a device other than the image display device may also be used to call attention. For example, a warning image may be displayed on the panel portion of the housing at a position easily recognized by the player.

The alert image is not limited to the example. For example, the image may clearly state "Pachinko / pachislot is a play that you can enjoy moderately. Be careful of getting stuck." Or "Be careful of getting stuck. Pachinko / pachislot is a play that you can enjoy moderately."

The color and font of the characters are free as long as they are not difficult for the player to recognize. For example, if the color is similar to the background image when displaying the alert image, it may be difficult for the player to recognize it. Therefore, it is preferable that the color is different from the color that occupies most of the background image. In particular, a color that is located on the opposite side of the color wheel (hereinafter, also referred to as "opposite color") or a color that is close to the opposite color is preferable because the color stands out.

In another embodiment, an appropriate time for continuing to display the alert image is calculated by taking as an example the case where the maximum number of game medals given during the special game is eight, but the time is given during the special game. Even when the maximum number of game medals is 8 or more and 15 or less, the appropriate time for continuously displaying the alert image is preferably 3000 ms or more and 3210 ms or less. Certainly, when 15 game medals are awarded, the time spent is about 280 ms longer than when 8 game medals are awarded, so it is appropriate to continue displaying the alert image by that amount. By shortening the time, it is possible to hide the alert image before the operation of the stop switch becomes effective. However, even if the alert image is hidden about 280 ms after the stop switch operation is enabled, it is extremely unlikely that the player will notice it. If this is the case, the longer it is, the more effective it is expected to be as a countermeasure against immersiveness. Therefore, it is preferable that the appropriate time for continuously displaying the caution image is 3000 ms or more and 3210 ms or less.

In the above-described embodiment, the game mode 0 is shifted to the game mode 1 when the first lottery for AT acquisition in the game mode 0 is won and the first privilege for AT acquisition is given. Even if it is not won, it may be possible to transfer (so-called ghost sign). At that time, in the above embodiment, when the game for the number of precursor games is exhausted in the game mode 1, the game is shifted to the game mode 2. When is digested, the game mode is changed to 0. Further, the secondary control means may manage the precursory sign without managing it on the main control means side. Specifically, at the time of non-winning, the game mode is left as the game mode 0, the number of precursor games is set on the sub-control means side, and a fanning effect such as a continuous effect is performed during that period.

Further, in the above embodiment, the establishment of the RT2 transition RP is exemplified as a condition for shifting from the game mode 2 to the game mode 4, but the RP navigation for shifting to RT2 is executed and the transition to RT2 is performed. The game mode 2 may be changed to the game mode 4 on condition that the game mode 2 has been changed. Further, during AT, the system may shift to RT2 and push navigation may be performed so that RT2 is maintained.

Further, when the clearing process is performed after the alert screen is displayed, the alert screen may be terminated even if the time when the clearing process is completed is less than 3 seconds from the start of the alert screen display. In that case, the demo screen is started to be displayed after the clearing process is completed. This is because it is not necessary for the player to display the prevention of immersiveness because the alert screen is displayed on the demo screen after the player finishes the game by the clearing process. In addition, by closing the alert screen, it becomes clearer that the previous player is not playing, and the next player can play the game promptly without being confused as to whether the previous player is playing. You will be able to do it.

It should be noted that the above-described embodiments, modifications and other embodiments can be appropriately combined, and the above-mentioned modifications can be appropriately combined with each embodiment or a combination thereof. The present invention is also applicable to gaming machines other than slot machines (for example, pachinko machines, casino machines, arrange balls, enclosed gaming machines that do not use gaming medals or gaming balls, etc.).

An example of an enclosed gaming machine is a gaming machine that enables a game to be played using an electronic gaming medium instead of a physical gaming medium such as a gaming medal or a gaming ball. In such a gaming machine, the number of electronic gaming media can be displayed on a multi-digit (two or more digits) 7-segment display. The electronic gaming medium may be directly inserted into the gaming machine by the player, or may be indirectly inserted from a device provided outside the gaming machine according to the instruction of the player. May be good. In the enclosed gaming machine, when a small winning combination is established, an electronic gaming medium is given to the player (the number of electronic gaming media displayed on the multi-digit 7-segment display increases).

Further, in the enclosed gaming machine, an AT lottery or a bonus lottery (a combination lottery for determining any one or more of a plurality of roles including a bonus combination) is performed. Then, when the AT lottery is won or the bonus lottery is won, a production (also referred to as a fanning production) for inciting that fact is also performed. By the way, even when the AT lottery is not won or the bonus lottery is not won, the production for fanning is performed. An example of a fanning production is a series of productions that are performed over multiple games, and a production that announces whether or not the AT lottery has been won at the end and whether or not the bonus lottery has been won (continuous production). (Sometimes called), or a production that displays a background image that is easy to stay when winning an AT lottery or a bonus lottery on an image display device (sometimes called a precursory production). Can be mentioned.

As a measure against immersiveness, a game prohibition means may be provided to prevent the player from playing (injecting) a game using an amount exceeding a predetermined amount (for example, 50,000 yen) per day. Specifically, it is possible to put in until the predetermined amount of money is reached, and it is impossible to put in more than the predetermined amount. This gaming prohibition means is an enclosed gaming machine that can be put in directly or indirectly. In the case of, the enclosed gaming machine may be provided, and in the case of the enclosed gaming machine that can be indirectly inserted, a device provided outside the gaming machine corresponding to the enclosed gaming machine is provided. You may.

It should be noted that a device installed outside the gaming machine can manage the remaining number of electronic gaming media (specifically, electronically displayed on a multi-digit 7-segment display when the game is finished. The game medium may be deposited (stored) in a device provided outside the game machine), and the remaining number of stored electronic game media may be used for charging. In this case, the game prohibition means is to prevent the player from playing (injecting) a game by using an amount exceeding a predetermined amount (for example, 50,000 yen) per day separately from the input from the stored ball. Alternatively, the total number of electronic game media to be input from the storage and the number of electronic game media to be input using the amount of money exceeds the number obtained by converting the predetermined amount into electronic game media. It may not be possible to put it in.

Even if either the enclosed gaming machine or the device installed outside the gaming machine is equipped with a game prohibition means, the enclosed gaming machine must have won the AT lottery or the bonus lottery. If the amount of money used by the player exceeds the specified amount before the AT game or bonus game related to the notification is completed, even if the game is not disabled. good. This is because it is too terrible for the player to not be able to play, even though the announcement has been made. In addition, the amount of money to be newly used is known to be high (about 1000 yen to 2000 yen). By the way, when the AT game or bonus game is finished, it may be disabled (because it was originally disabled), and it is displayed on the multi-digit 7-segment display. As long as the electronic game medium remains, the game may be enabled (the electronic game medium given during the AT game or the bonus game, and the new amount is not used. Because).

Further, when either the enclosed gaming machine or the device provided outside the gaming machine is equipped with a game prohibiting means and the AT lottery is won or the bonus lottery is won, one game is performed. The number of electronic gaming media required for the game (for example, 3) and the remaining number of electronic gaming media displayed on the multi-digit 7-segment display (for example, 12 remaining), which are actually used by the player. The situation such as the difference between the amount of money and the predetermined amount (for example, it has already reached 50,000 yen) (Here, it is described that the situation is judged by three pieces of information, but it is not limited to this. It may be judged by any two information, or one or more new information such as the remaining number information (so-called ball storage) of the electronic game medium managed by the device installed outside the gaming machine may be added to the three information. In addition, it may be determined), and it is desirable to determine the timing (how many games to announce after) until the announcement that the AT lottery or the bonus lottery has been won. This is to prevent the player from being unable to play before announcing that he has won. If the enclosed gaming machine is equipped with a game prohibition means, the remaining amount of money that can be used, such as the difference between the amount currently used by the player and the predetermined amount, is required from the device installed outside the gaming machine. Information and the remaining number of usable electronic gaming media managed by a device installed outside the gaming machine are received and determined.

In addition, when either the enclosed gaming machine or the device installed outside the gaming machine is equipped with a gaming prohibition means, the situation is such that the game cannot be played soon (1 electronic necessary for playing the game). The number of gaming media is 3, the remaining number of electronic gaming media displayed on the multi-digit 7-segment display is 3, and the amount actually used by the player has reached the predetermined amount). As the production of the next game, it is desirable not to perform a fanning production regardless of whether or not the AT lottery or the bonus lottery has been won. This is because if the game cannot be played as soon as the fanning effect is performed, the interest of the game is lowered and there is a risk that the game will be separated.

In addition, before the situation where the game cannot be played soon, it may be displayed to advise that if the game is continued as it is, even if the profit can be obtained, it may not be possible to obtain the profit. The display timing may be as long as the amount of the game medium that can be used to consume the number of games required from the trigger of the AT lottery or the bonus lottery to the announcement and the profit based on the lottery result is left, for example, the player. It may be the timing when the specified amount of money reaches a specific amount (for example, 45,000 yen) lower than the predetermined amount. With this advice, it is possible to prevent the profit (AT game, bonus game) from being not enjoyed even though the profit (AT game, bonus game) can be obtained by spending a predetermined amount of money.

1 Slot machine 3a, 3b, 3c Reel 25 Start lever 26a, 26b, 26c Stop switch 60 Main control board 70 Sub control board 70A Sub main control board 70B Sub sub control board 100 Main control means 200 Sub control means 200A Sub main control means 200B Sub-sub control means

Claims (1)

Predetermined display means and
With the start lever,
With a stop switch,
Role lottery means and
Equipped with a predetermined operation means
In a certain game in which a predetermined winning combination result is determined by the winning combination lottery means, it is possible to display an advantageous operation mode of the stop switch.
When the predetermined operating means is operated under a predetermined situation , the predetermined menu screen can be displayed.
Multiple items can be displayed on the predetermined menu screen.
When a predetermined item is selected from the plurality of items on the predetermined menu screen and the predetermined operating means is operated, the predetermined information corresponding to the predetermined item can be displayed.
When the predetermined game state is finished, a specific screen can be displayed.
On the specific screen, it is possible to display alert information regarding devotion to the game.
The alert information is configured to be continuously displayed for a predetermined period after the display is started.
The caution information is displayed on the specific screen, and the predetermined operation means is operated to display the predetermined menu screen in a situation where the predetermined period has not elapsed from the start of the display of the warning information. If so, the alert information and the plurality of items are configured to be identifiable.
The predetermined item is displayed on the predetermined menu screen, the predetermined item is selected, and the predetermined period has not elapsed from the start of the display of the caution information. When the operating means is operated to display the predetermined information, the alert information and the predetermined information are configured to be identifiablely displayed .
When the start lever is operated and a specific game is started in a situation where the warning information is displayed and the predetermined period has not elapsed from the start of the display of the warning information, the warning information is displayed. Is continuously displayed, and then, when the predetermined period elapses from the start of the display of the alert information, the display of the alert information is terminated even if the specific game is not completed. And
Even when the start lever is not operated and the specific game is not started in a situation where the warning information is displayed and the predetermined period has not elapsed from the start of the display of the warning information. It is configured to end the display of the alert information when the predetermined period elapses from the start of the display of the alert information.
The first area in which the advantageous operation mode of the stop switch is displayed and the second area in which the alert information is displayed are configured so as not to overlap with each other.
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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