JP7217411B2 - game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present disclosure relates to gaming machines.

In the gaming machine, one of a plurality of set values that define the degree of advantage for the player is specified by store staff (see Patent Document 1, for example). The game machine has an operation unit for designating setting values inside the housing. A store staff member specifies a desired set value from a plurality of set values by operating the operation unit.

JP 2020-74992 A

Some models of gaming machines may be provided not only with multiple game setting values used during play, but also test setting values used during testing and topic setting values provided for topics. . In this case, the store staff designates a desired setting value from a plurality of game setting values. However, it is conceivable that the store staff may set the test setting value or topic setting value due to an operational error or lack of confirmation, although the store staff intends to specify the gaming machine setting value.

The present disclosure provides a gaming machine capable of suppressing erroneous setting of setting values.

A first aspect includes a game progress control unit that executes a game progress based on a specified setting value among a plurality of setting values, and at least one operating unit, wherein the plurality of setting values are a plurality of at least one set value for designating any one of the plurality of first set values, including a first set value and a second set value different from the plurality of first set values; In the game machine, a first designation operation for the operation section and a second designation operation for the at least one operation section for designating the second set value are different.

Further, in the first aspect, the at least one operation unit includes a first operation unit, the first designation operation is an operation in a first operation mode on the first operation unit, and the second designation operation is performed on the first operation unit in a first operation mode. It is preferable that the operation is performed in a second operation mode different from the first operation mode with respect to the first operation portion.

Further, in the first aspect, the at least one operating section includes a first operating section and a second operating section different from the first operating section, and the first specifying operation is the first operating section. It is preferable that the second specifying operation is an operation performed on the second operation unit.

Further, in the first aspect, a setting value notification unit indicating which setting value is set among the plurality of setting values is provided, and each time the first specifying operation is performed, the plurality of first setting values one of the first setting values is specified in order from the first setting value, and the specified first setting value is notified by the setting value notification unit, and the second setting value is notified by the setting value notification unit by the second specifying operation preferably.

Further, in the first aspect, the notification mode of the set value notification unit that notifies the designated first set value and the notification manner of the set value notification unit that notifies the designated second set value are , preferably different.

Further, in the first aspect, the at least one operating unit includes a third operating unit other than the operating unit operated by the first specifying operation and the operating unit operated by the second specifying operation, It is preferable that the first designation operation or the second designation operation become effective after the third operation unit is operated.

Further, in the first aspect, a notification unit is provided, and the notification unit can notify that the second setting value is specified when the second specifying operation is performed and the second setting value is specified. is preferably configured to

Moreover, in the first aspect, it is preferable that the set value defines the degree of advantage for the player.

According to the present disclosure, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of suppressing erroneous setting of setting values.

1 is a front view of a slot machine; FIG. 1 is a block diagram schematically showing the configuration of a slot machine; FIG. It is a figure which shows an example of arrangement|sequence of the symbol of a rotating reel. It is a figure explaining the state transition in a 1st game state. It is a figure explaining the state transition in a 2nd game state. It is a figure explaining the state transition of a game area. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing a plurality of set values provided in the present embodiment, a ball payout rate that can be achieved by each set value, and the number of games that can be played per predetermined bet; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a procedure for setting set values 1 to 6; It is a figure which shows the procedure which sets a special setting value (T). FIG. 10 is a flow chart showing a setting value designation processing routine executed by the slot machine; FIG.

[Embodiment]
A slot machine 1 according to an embodiment of the gaming machine of the present disclosure will be described with reference to the drawings.

<Slot machine configuration>
As shown in FIG. 1, the slot machine 1 has a housing 10. As shown in FIG. A front door 100 is provided on the front of the housing 10 .

A transparent reel window 200 is provided in the central portion of the front door 100 . A player can visually recognize a plurality of symbols displayed on the surface of each of a plurality of rotating reels 20 to be described later through the reel window 200 .

Above the reel window 200, there are provided a liquid crystal screen 3, a speaker 102, and an electric decoration (not shown) for performing various effects during the game. The liquid crystal screen 3, the speaker 102, and the illumination section correspond to the notification section.

The liquid crystal screen 3 displays various animations (effect screens) during the game of the player.

The speaker 102 outputs predetermined BGM (background music), SE (sound effects) and voice.

The illumination part is lit or extinguished in a predetermined pattern when, for example, an effect screen with high expectations is displayed or a winning combination is won.

An operation unit 4 is provided below the reel window 200 . The operation unit 4 includes a plurality of stop switches 40, a medal insertion unit 41 provided with an insertion slot, a bet switch 42, a lever 43, a medium display unit 44, an adjustment switch 45, an effect button 46, and the like.

Each stop switch 40 is provided corresponding to each rotating reel 20 . Each stop switch 40 receives an operation for stopping the rotation of each rotating reel 20 while the rotating reel 20 is rotating.

A medal corresponding to a game medium is inserted into the insertion slot of the medal insertion unit 41 . A medal sensor is provided near the slot. The medal sensor detects insertion of medals into the slot and outputs a detection signal to the controller 6 .

The bet switch 42 is used when betting medals.

The lever 43 functions as a start switch that receives an operation for rotating each reel 20 .

The medium display unit 44 displays the number of medal credits, the number of medals to be paid out, the number of medals to be bet, and the like, and is composed of a plurality of seven segments, for example. Further, the medium display unit 44 displays that the game section is the advantageous section when the game section is the advantageous section and a specific condition is satisfied. Specifically, when a part of the 7 segments in the medium display section 44 lights up, it is notified that the game section is an advantageous section.

The settlement switch 45 is used when the game is finished by the player and medals are paid out from the payout port 51 .

The effect button 46 is a button used by the player to set the volume, confirm game data, etc. when playing a game. Also, the effect button 46 may be pressed by the player according to the effect during the game. When the performance button 46 is pressed during the game, the performance changes.

A sensor is provided near each switch of these operation units 4 to detect the operation of the player and output an operation signal to the control unit 6 .

A medal payout port 51 and a lower tray 52 for storing the medals paid out from the payout port 51 are provided below the operation unit 4 in the housing 10 . A hopper unit 50 for receiving and dispensing medals is provided inside the housing 10 (see FIG. 2).

As shown in FIG. 2, the slot machine 1 includes a reel unit 2, a control section 6, a RAM clear button 71, and a setting change button 72. As shown in FIG. Further, the slot machine 1 has a power switch 73 , a setting key switch 74 and a setting display 75 . The reel unit 2, the controller 6, the RAM clear button 71, the setting key switch 74, the setting display 75, and the setting change button 72 are connected to the housing 10 together with a power switch 73 for turning on and off the main power of the slot machine 1. is placed inside the

The rotating reel unit 2 includes three rotating reels 20 and three stepping motors 21, as shown in FIGS. The rotary reel unit 2 is arranged inside the housing 10 so as to correspond to the position of the reel window 200 . As shown in FIG. 3 , a plurality of symbols are arranged on each of the rotating reels 20 at intervals along the circumferential direction of the reel 20 . A stepping motor 21 is provided corresponding to each rotating reel 20 and drives the corresponding rotating reel 20 .

The stepping motor 21 stops the rotation of the rotary reel 20 corresponding to the operated stop switch 40 within 190 milliseconds after the stop switch 40 is operated while the rotary reel 20 is rotating. The stepping motor 21 rotates once in 504 steps. As a result, the rotary reel 20 rotates at a speed of 80 rpm. That is, there are 127 steps to proceed within 190 ms.

The rotating reel 20 and the stepping motor 21 are controlled to rotate and stop by a rotating reel control section 611 (described later) in the control section 6 .

The RAM clear button 71 is a button for accepting an operation for initializing the RAM forming the control unit 6 . The setting key switch 74 is a switch used for switching to a setting change mode for activating the setting change button 72 and for switching to a setting confirmation mode for confirming the currently set setting values. If the setting key switch 74 is turned on and the power switch 73 is turned on while the door of the housing is opened and the power switch 73 is turned off, the setting change mode is entered and the setting change button 72 is activated. . When the setting key switch 74 is turned on while the door of the housing is opened and the power switch 73 is turned on, the mode is switched to the setting confirmation mode. In the setting change mode, the setting change button 72 is enabled, but in the setting confirmation mode, the setting change button 72 is disabled. When the setting key switch 74 is turned off in the setting change mode, the setting change mode ends. When the setting key switch 74 is turned off in the setting confirmation mode, the setting confirmation mode is terminated. The setting display 75 is a segment display capable of displaying characters such as numerical values and alphabets. In the setting change mode and the setting confirmation mode, the setting display 75 displays the currently specified set value. The setting change button 72 is a button that is pressed by a person other than the player (for example, store staff) when setting any one of a plurality of setting values in the slot machine 1 in the setting change mode.
That is, the setting key switch 74 and the setting display 75 are used both when changing the setting value being set to another setting value and when confirming the setting value being set. The operation for confirming the setting value is common (one type in this embodiment) regardless of the set value being set (when the setting key switch 74 is on, the setting value being set is set). displayed on the display 75).
On the other hand, the setting change operation differs depending on the setting value to be set. In other words, the operation for setting the setting value differs depending on what setting value (the first setting values 1 to 6 or the special setting value (T)) is set. It is common whether one of the values 1 to 6 or the special set value (T) is set. As a result, the setting values 1 to 6 and the special setting value (T) are incorrectly set without giving the store staff who manages the game machine the impression that "operations related to the setting values of the game machine have become complicated." It is possible to suppress or prevent erroneous settings that occur.

The set value defines a ball payout ratio indicating the ratio of the total number of medals paid out from the hopper unit 50 to the total number of medals thrown into the slot machine 1 . In addition, in this embodiment, the set value also defines the number of games that can be played per predetermined bet. The setting value that is set affects the internal lottery. This is because the winning probabilities of various combinations such as replay and bell differ according to the set values. The set values are set by store staff before the store opens. That is, it can be said that the set value defines the degree of advantage for the player, specifically, the benefit related to the payout of balls to the player. It should be noted that the value of the "ball payout rate" specified by the set value is not guaranteed in the actual game, but is only a guideline for the total number of medals that the player is likely to receive, so to speak, the expected ball payout value. It is expressed as

<Flow of the game played by the player>
The player presses the performance button 46 as necessary to adjust the volume output from the speaker 102 and the brightness of the liquid crystal screen 3 .

A player bets medals on the slot machine 1 by using accumulated (credited) medals by inserting medals from the slot of the medal inserting section 41 or by operating the bet switch 42 . When a predetermined number of medals are bet on the slot machine 1, the activated line L is activated. After that, it becomes possible to operate the lever 43, that is, to start the game.

FIG. 1 exemplifies a case in which the valid lines L are composed of three lines, a downward-sloping line, a upward-sloping line, and a middle line. The activated line L is a virtual line for determining winning of a combination. In the present embodiment, three lines L are activated when a 3-coin bet (three-coin multiplication) that is a MAX BET is made.

In the following, not only are the combinations with medal payouts such as bells and watermelons aligned on the activated line L, but also symbols corresponding to specific combinations such as special replays, chances, and bonuses are aligned on the activated line L. is also referred to as “winning”.

One game (one game) in this embodiment refers to a series of operations in which the player operates the bet switch 42, the lever 43 and the stop switch 40 to obtain a game result including medal payout processing.

Specifically, when the lever 43 is operated (turned on) in a state in which a game can be started, an internal lottery for determining a winning flag is performed, and each rotating reel 20 starts rotating. In this state, when any one of the stop switches 40 is operated, the reel 20 corresponding to the operated stop switch 40 stops. All the rotating reels 20 are stopped, and a predetermined number of medals are paid out according to the combination (hand) of the symbols aligned (winning) on the activated line L. This completes one game.

The player repeatedly plays the above game. The game progresses as the game is repeated, and the display on the liquid crystal screen 3 and the sound output from the speaker 102 change according to the progress of the game.

<About game status>
During the game, each type of game section and game state is set, and an internal lottery is performed based on the set game section and each type of game state. The game state includes a first game state and a second game state, as shown in FIGS. It should be noted that the first game state and the second game state are not exclusively established game states, but merely states classified for the sake of convenience of explanation.

The first gaming state, as shown in FIG. 4, includes a special combination non-carry-over state, a special combination carry-over state and a special combination execution state. The special award non-carry-over state, the special award carry-over state, and the special award execution state are in an exclusive relationship.

The special award non-carried-over state refers to a state in which the winnings of the special awards won by internal lottery (Type BB and Type 2 BB) are not carried over. The special role non-carried-over state is when the RAM is initialized using the RAM clear button 71, when the number of payout medals after transitioning to the special role execution state exceeds a predetermined number (for example, 180), etc. It is set when a predetermined condition is satisfied. When the special combination is won in the special combination carryover state (that is, when the predetermined condition is satisfied), the first game state is temporarily set to the special combination non-carryover state.

The special role carryover state refers to a state in which a special role has been won by an internal lottery, but the winning of the special role has been carried over. In other words, the special role carry-over state is a state in which the special role flag has been won by the internal lottery, but the symbols indicating the special role are not aligned on the effective line L, and the special role has not yet been won. say.

Here, the type BB is a type continuous operating device related to a type of special type, and corresponds to a big bonus or the like. A kind of BB is a special combination that can be won when three are played. The 2nd type BB is a continuous operating device for the 2nd type special prize, and is a special prize that can be won when two are played, for example. In the special role, when the winning of an arbitrary special role (for example, 1st kind BB) is carried over, the lottery for another special role (for example, 2nd kind BB) is not performed.

If a special role is won when the first game state is a special role non-carry-over state, the first game state is a state in which the winning of the special role is carried over from the special role non-carry-over state (special role carry-over state ).

When the winning special combination wins, the first game state shifts from the special combination carry-over state to the special combination execution state temporarily via the special combination non-carry-over state. When the first game state shifts to the special combination execution state due to the winning of the type BB or the type BB, the special combination execution state is maintained until the number of medals paid out by the type BB or the type BB exceeds a predetermined number. .

In more detail, the special combination execution state includes a type BB execution state, a type 2 BB execution state, and an RB execution state. If RB wins and wins by internal lottery during the one-type BB implementation state in which the one-type BB is implemented, the special combination implementation state shifts from the one-type BB implementation state to the RB implementation state. When 12 games are completed in the RB execution state or the special combination wins 8 times, the special combination execution state shifts to the type BB execution state.

The second game state is a state for determining effects to be performed during the game, and includes a normal game state and an AT state, as shown in FIG. The general gaming state and the AT state are in an exclusive relationship.

The general game state is a state in which there is no advantageous game state such as an AT state and a special combination execution state, that is, a state in which the assist function does not occur. For example, the second game state is set to the normal game state after the RAM is cleared, after the AT is finished, or the like until the AT lottery is won. As an example, when the game section is an advantageous section, the AT lottery is performed according to the winning combination (rare winning combination, etc.) won by the internal lottery.

In the AT state, an assist function (AT function) is in operation, which notifies the correct pressing order (correct operating order) of the stop switches 40 of the winning combination other than the special role won by the internal lottery via the liquid crystal screen 3 and the speaker 102. is in a state of While the game section is in the advantageous section, if the AT wins in the AT lottery, the number of games in the advantageous section reaches the predetermined number of games (the ceiling number of games), or the points accumulated in the course of the game reach a predetermined number When AT implementation is determined by reaching the number (ceiling point), the second game state shifts from the general game state to the AT state. When the number of games after the transition to the advantageous section reaches the predetermined number of games, or when the number of medals paid out after the transition to the advantageous section (cumulative value obtained by subtracting the number of inserted medals from the number of medals paid out) is advantageous. When the predetermined number of coins in the section is reached (both are conditions for forced termination of the advantageous section), the second game state shifts from the AT state to the general game state. In addition, even if the condition for forced termination of the advantageous section is not satisfied, the second game state is changed from the AT state even if the game period of the predetermined AT has passed but the extension of the game period of the AT has not been decided. It shifts to the general game state. This ends the AT state. The AT state is one of advantageous game states, which is a game state more advantageous to the player than the normal game state.

<About the game section>
The above-mentioned game section is a section for determining whether or not the processing related to the assist function is to be performed. The processing related to the assist function includes processing for exerting the assist function (that is, processing for assisting the pressing order), as well as determining whether or not to exert the assist function, such as CZ, which determines with a high probability whether or not AT can be performed. processing to determine. As shown in FIG. 6, the game section has a normal section and an advantageous section. The normal section and the advantageous section are in an exclusive relationship, and the game section can be either the normal section or the advantageous section.

A normal section is a section in which assist function-related processing and AT lottery cannot be performed, but section transition lottery to an advantageous section is performed. As a result of playing the game in the normal section, the game section shifts from the normal section to the advantageous section in accordance with the internal winning combination. It should be noted that while the second game state is the normal game state, the game section can take the normal section.

The advantageous section is a section in which processing related to the assist function and AT lottery can be executed. The advantageous section includes an advantageous section in which the second game state progresses in the normal game state and an advantageous section in which the second game state progresses in the advantageous game state such as the AT state. The state in which the game section is the advantageous section is maintained from when the game section shifts to the advantageous section until a predetermined end condition is satisfied. When the conditions for forced termination of the advantageous section are satisfied while AT is being continued in the advantageous section, the game section is shifted from the advantageous section to the normal section. At this time, the AT ends, and the second game state shifts from the AT state to the general game state.

<Configuration of control unit>
As shown in FIG. 2 , the controller 6 mainly has a main controller 61 and a sub controller 63 . The main control unit 61 performs control for advancing the game, such as internal lottery and control of the rotating reels 20 . The sub-control section 63 performs control related to effects based on a signal transmitted from the main control section 61 or pressing of the effect button 46 .

Each of the main control section 61 and the sub-control section 63 is composed of a CPU, a RAM and a ROM. The ROMs of the main control section 61 and the sub-control section 63 each store a program necessary for progressing the game. The RAM of the main control unit 61 stores game data necessary for progressing the game. The game data includes, in addition to the current number of games, data indicating which state or section each game state and game section is. The RAM of the sub-controller 63 stores various data related to effect control.

By the CPU reading and executing the program in the ROM, the main control unit 61 operates an internal lottery unit 610, a rotating reel control unit 611, a game result determination unit 612, a medium management unit 613, a game progress control unit 614, a section control unit It functions as a part 615 and a game state control part 616 . The sub-controller 63 functions as an effect controller 630 .

-Internal lottery-
The internal lottery section 610 performs an internal lottery based on the operation of the lever 43, and wins one of a plurality of combination flags as a winning flag. Specifically, the internal lottery unit 610 performs an internal lottery according to an internal lottery table (not shown) and a random number obtained when the lever 43 is operated, based on the first game state when the lever 43 is operated. conduct. The internal lottery section 610 generates an internal lottery result signal based on the result of the internal lottery. The internal lottery result signal is transmitted from the internal lottery unit 610 to the reel control unit 611, the game progress control unit 614, and the like.

The internal lottery table shows information on possible wins by the internal lottery. The internal lottery section 610 conducts an internal lottery based on an internal lottery table, according to a combination of the RT state when the lever 43 is operated, whether or not the player is in a special combination (bonus), and a set value. In addition, in the combination information shown in the internal lottery table, one or more combination of symbols and a combination corresponding to the combination are set in association with each other. The winning combination includes a losing combination in which medals are not paid out, and a winning combination in which medals are paid out.

When a game is played in the AT state, there is a case where the winning combination is won by an internal lottery. When the pushing order wins and the stop switch 40 is pressed in accordance with the pushing order, the pushing order wins, and a plurality of (e.g., 8) medals are paid out according to the winning combination. If the stop switch 40 is not pressed in accordance with the pushing order even though the winning combination is won, the winning combination is not won, or another combination (such as a one-piece combination) is won.

It should be noted that the pushing order is also won during the normal game state. When the pushing order is established during the normal game state, the correct pushing order is not notified, so the pushing order may be lost or only one coin may be paid out. During the AT state, since the order of pressing the correct answer is reported, a plurality of (for example, 8) medals are paid out.

―Rotating reel control unit―
The rotating reel control unit 611 controls the driving of the stepping motor 21 based on the operation of the lever 43 or each stop switch 40, and performs rotation start control for starting rotation of each rotating reel 20 or rotation stop control for stopping rotation. conduct.

Specifically, when the lever 43 is operated in a state where all the rotating reels 20 have stopped rotating, the rotating reel control section 611 causes all the rotating reels 20 to start rotating. When the stop switch 40 corresponding to the spinning reel 20 is operated while at least one spinning reel 20 is rotating, the spinning reel control unit 611 controls the rotation of the spinning reel 20 corresponding to the operated stop switch 40. to stop

In the rotation stop control, the rotating reel control unit 611, based on the operation of the stop switch 40, arranges a combination of symbols corresponding to the winning flag indicated by the win flag on the activated line L of the rotating reel 20, thereby completing the winning. The rotation of the rotating reel 20 can be stopped so that the wins.

In the rotation stop control, the reel control unit 611 performs pull-in control or kick-off control according to the winning combination and the position of the reel 20 when each stop switch 40 is operated. The pull-in control is a control for stopping the rotation of the rotary reel 20 so as to pull the symbol corresponding to the winning combination onto the activated line L. The kicking control is a control to stop the rotation of the rotary reel 20 so that the symbols corresponding to the winning combination are not aligned on the effective line L.

―Game Result Judgment Department―
The game result determination unit 612 determines the game result based on the results of the internal lottery and the rotation stop control of the rotating reels 20 . The game result means the result of determining whether or not the winning combination is won based on the symbols arranged on the activated line L.例文帳に追加Specifically, when the combination of the symbols stopped on the activated line L matches the predetermined combination of symbols, the game result determination unit 612 determines that the winning combination has been won.

- Media Management Department -
The medium management unit 613 controls the increase/decrease of the number of credits and controls the payout operation of medals by the hopper unit 50 .

Specifically, the medium management unit 613 decreases the number of credits according to the number of bets on medals when medals are bet, and increases the number of credits when medals are credited.

When the winning combination won by the internal lottery wins based on the operation of the player, the medium management unit 613 increases the number of credits based on the number of medals to be paid out based on the type of the winning combination.

The medium management unit 613 also controls the hopper unit 50 based on the game result determined by the game result determination unit 612 and an operation signal output by operating the settlement switch 45 .

Specifically, the medals obtained by winning the winning combination are first stored as credits. When the number of credits exceeds the upper limit (for example, 50) as a result of accumulating medals, the medals exceeding the upper limit are paid out from the hopper unit 50 . Further, when the payment switch 45 is operated in a state where one or more medals are stored, at least part of the stored medals are paid out from the hopper unit 50 .

In addition, the medium management unit 613 determines, in the advantageous section, the number of medals to be paid out minus the number of medals to be bet, and the difference in number of medals, which is the cumulative value of the number of medals paid out. Calculate (MY). The difference in the number of medals and the range (MY) are transmitted to the section control section 615 . It should be noted that the medium management unit 613 resets the difference number of medals and the range (MY) after the end of the advantageous section.

- Game progress control part -
The game progress control section 614 controls the game progress based on the player's operation. At that time, the game progress control unit 614 controls the game progress of the player based on the setting values set by the store staff.

Also, when the RAM clear button 71 is pressed, the game progress control unit 614 resets the game data by initializing the RAM of the main control unit 61 . The game progress control unit 614 changes the current setting value to another setting value when the setting change button 72 is pressed.

- Section control part -
The zone control unit 615 sets one of a plurality of game zones (normal zone and advantageous zone) when a player plays a game.

Specifically, when the game section is the normal section, the section control unit 615 performs section transition lottery to determine whether to maintain the state of the normal section or shift to the advantageous section. When a predetermined lottery target role is won, a lottery is conducted to determine whether or not a section transition lottery is to be conducted. When the section transition lottery is won, the section control unit 615 sets (shifts) the game section to the advantageous section.

It should be noted that the winning probability of the section transition lottery differs depending on the degree of setting. As an example, the winning probability of the predetermined lottery target combination differs according to the set value, or the winning probability of the section transition lottery performed when the predetermined winning combination is won differs.

In addition, when the game section is the advantageous section, the section control unit 615 determines whether to maintain the state of the advantageous section or shift to the normal section. For example, the section control unit 615 determines whether or not the second game state has decided to shift from the AT state to the general game state when the game section is the advantageous section. When it is determined to shift to the normal game state, the section control unit 615 shifts the game section from the advantageous section to the normal section.

In addition, the section control unit 615 is controlled when the number of games played in the state of the advantageous section reaches 1500, or when the difference in the number of medals during the advantageous section reaches 2400 (that is, when the advantageous section is enforced). When the end condition is satisfied), the game section is forcibly shifted from the advantageous section to the normal section.

Further, when the game data is reset, the section control unit 615 sets the game section to the normal section regardless of the game section immediately before the reset.

Note that the section control unit 615 transmits a signal representing the type of the set (shifted) section to the medium display unit 44 . As a result, the medium display unit 44 displays whether or not it is an advantageous section.

―Game state control part―
The game state control unit 616 sets the first game state and the second game state.

Specifically, the gaming state control unit 616 sets the first gaming state to any of the special combination non-carry-over state, the special combination carry-over state and the special combination execution state, and sets the second gaming state to the general gaming state or the special combination execution state. Set to an advantageous game state (for example, AT state).

As an example, as shown in FIG. 4, the gaming state control section 616 sets the first gaming state to a special combination non-carryover state when a predetermined condition such as RAM clearing of the main control section 61 is satisfied. Immediately after the special combination is won by the internal lottery, the game state control unit 616 sets the first game state to the special combination carryover state. When the special combination is won, the gaming state control unit 616 sets the first game state to the special combination execution state (advantageous gaming state).

Further, as shown in FIG. 5, the gaming state control unit 616 determines whether or not to set the second gaming state to the AT state (that is, whether or not the AT is won) based on the result of the AT lottery. do. When winning the AT lottery during the advantageous section, the gaming state control unit 616 sets the second gaming state to the AT state. Conversely, when the AT lottery is not won, the gaming state control unit 616 can set the second gaming state to the general gaming state. Also, when AT ends, the gaming state control unit 616 shifts the second gaming state from the AT state to the general gaming state. That is, the gaming state control unit 616 determines whether the second gaming state should be the normal gaming state or the advantageous gaming state.

―Production control unit―
Based on the progress of the game, the effect control unit 630 displays the effect image selected from a plurality of types of effect images on the liquid crystal screen 3, and outputs sound effects, BGM, etc. corresponding to the effect image from the speaker 102. Let For example, when an AT or a bonus is won, the effect control unit 630 selects an effect pattern for displaying that fact on the liquid crystal screen 3, and controls the display of the liquid crystal screen 3 and the audio output control of the speaker 102 according to the effect pattern. I do.

The effect control unit 630 causes at least one of the liquid crystal screen 3 and the speaker 102 to notify the correct pushing order of the pushing order to be successively won during the AT (assist function).

<Setting suggestion production>
In addition, when the notification condition of the effect suggesting the set value (hereinafter also referred to as setting suggestion effect) is satisfied during the game, the effect control unit 630 outputs the effect notification to the liquid crystal screen 3 and the speaker 102 at least. Let one do it. This effect can be used by the player as one of the materials for grasping what kind of set values the slot machine 1 currently playing is. Examples of notification conditions include when a rare role is won in a normal game state or an advantageous game state, when a bonus game ends, when an AT ends, and the like, regardless of whether it is a normal section or an advantageous section.

FIG. 7 shows a plurality of set values provided in the present embodiment, ball payout rates that can be achieved with each set value, and the number of games that can be played per predetermined bet (hereinafter referred to as "the number of playable games"). It is a diagram representing . In this embodiment, the multiple setting values include setting values 1 to 6 and one special setting value (T). A different payout rate is set in advance for each set value. The set values 1 to 6 are set so that the ball payout rate gradually increases as the set value number increases. Therefore, 1 has the lowest ball payout rate and 6 has the highest ball payout rate. In the present embodiment, a case is exemplified in which the payout rates of set values 1 to 6 and T are set to values having a certain range. The range of the ball payout rate of the special set value (T) is relatively higher than the range of the ball payout rate of the set value 6, and is the central value in the range of the ball payout rate of the special set value (T). (110% in FIG. 7) is higher than the center value (108.5% in FIG. 7) in the range of set value 6. The number of digits for the number of playable games for setting values 1 to 6 is different from the number of digits for the number of playable games for special setting value (T). digit) is greater than the number of digits (two digits) of the number of playable games of the set values 1-6.
In other words, when the special set value (T) is set, the expected ball output is higher than when one of the set values 1 to 6 is set, and when 50 medals are inserted, It can be said that the number of games that can be played tends to be larger than when any of the set values 1 to 6 is set. In particular, when the special set value (T) is set, the number of games that can be played is on an order of magnitude higher than the set values 1-6, and the player can enjoy a game that is different from the set values 1-6. . If the special set value (T) is set, the player can play a large number of games with a smaller number of inserted medals than when one of the set values 1 to 6 is set. . Moreover, since the ball output rate of the special setting value (T) is higher than any of the other setting values 1 to 6, more medals than when any of the setting values 1 to 6 are set can be expected to obtain Such a special setting value (T) can be said to be a topical setting value provided to draw attention to the gaming machine.
In this way, in view of the payout rate of the special set value (T) and the number of games that can be played, it is conceivable that the player desires to play the slot machine 1 in which the special set value (T) is set. . On the other hand, for the store side, the more the number of slot machines 1 set to the special set value (T), the more likely the profit to be obtained will decrease. There are many cases where one wants to set one of 6. Therefore, the shop must be cautious about setting the special set value (T) in the slot machine 1 . Therefore, it is desirable to suppress the occurrence of an event in which the special set value (T) is unintentionally set when setting the set value.
Therefore, in the present embodiment, as described below, any of the setting values 1 to 6, which are the setting values other than the special setting value (T), and the specifying operation for setting the special setting value (T), are performed. The designation operation for setting is made different.

<Procedure for specifying setting values>
FIG. 8 is a diagram showing a procedure for setting one of set values 1-6.
As shown in FIG. 8, first, in step 1, the housing is opened, and with the power switch 73 turned off, a key is inserted into the setting key switch 74 and turned to turn the setting key switch 74 on.

As the next step 2, the power switch 73 is turned on while the setting key switch 74 is on. Then, the setting change button 72 becomes a valid mode (set value changeable mode). In the setting value changeable mode, the setting display 75 displays the currently set (specified) setting value.

As the next step 3, by pressing and releasing (operation) the setting change button 72 for the first operation time (within 1 second), one setting value is specified in order from a plurality of setting values (1 to 6). The set value is displayed on the setting display 75 . That is, each time the setting change button 72 is operated, the numerical values displayed by the setting display 75 are displayed in order of "1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6", and the setting display 75 displays "6". When the setting change button 72 is operated in the state where the setting display 75 is set, "1" is displayed.

In step 3, if the desired setting value is designated, as the next step 4, the start lever 43 is operated. As a result, the designated set value is determined.

In the next step 5, while the power switch 73 remains on, the setting key switch 74 is turned off and the key is pulled out. Then, the display of the setting display 75 disappears, and the game medium (medal) is accepted to be inserted, and the game is started.

FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a procedure for setting the special setting value (T).
As shown in FIG. 9, first, procedures 1 and 2 are performed. Procedures 1 and 2 are the same as those for setting the set values 1 to 6 shown in FIG.

As procedure 3, a special setting value (T) can be designated by pressing and holding the setting change button 72 for a second operation time (10 minutes or more). When the special setting value (T) is set, it is displayed on the setting display 75 . The long press time is set in advance (for example, 10 minutes).

Next, perform steps 4 and 5. Procedures 4 and 5 are the same as those for setting the set values 1 to 6 shown in FIG.

That is, as shown in FIGS. 8 and 9, the first specifying operation for specifying the first setting values (1 to 6) is the first operation mode (pressing) on the setting change button 72 (first operation unit). , and the second specifying operation for specifying the second set value (special set value T) is the second operation mode (long press) on the setting change button 72 (first operation unit).
The operation mode includes the timing of operation, the number of times of operation within a unit time, and the like. For example, if the operation unit is a button, it can be pressed and released, operated multiple times within the first operation time (so-called repeated hits), and kept pressed for the second operation time or more (long press). . The first operating time is shorter than the second operating time. The first operation time can be, for example, any time from 1 to 5 seconds. The second operation time can be any time such as 10 seconds, 1 minute, 10 minutes. In this embodiment, the first operation mode is to press and release within the first operation time (1 second; normal setting operation time) without exceeding the second operation time (10 minutes; special setting operation time). , and the second operation mode is to keep pressing the button beyond the second operation time.
That is, the first operation time (pressing time; within 1 second) from pressing to releasing the setting change button 72 in procedure 3 shown in FIG. is shorter than the time for pressing the setting change button 72 (second operation time; 10 minutes or more). The length of the operation time (press time) of the first operation time is clearly different from the second operation time (press time) when setting the special setting value (T). As long as you can feel it. Therefore, the person who changes the settings clearly recognizes that the first operation mode and the second operation mode are different operations. The special set value (T) cannot be set in the game machine unless the second operation mode is performed after recognizing this difference in operation.

<Flow of Operation Processing of Slot Machine 1>
The flow of operation processing of the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.
When the power is turned on, in step ST1, the main control section 61 determines whether or not the power switch 73 is turned on with the setting key switch 74 turned on to turn on the power. If the conditions are not met (ST1: NO), the process is terminated.

If it is determined in step ST1 that the power switch 73 has been turned on while the setting key switch 74 is on (ST1: YES), the main control section 61 sets the setting indicator 75 in the next step ST2. Propose setting values of candidates. In the next step ST3, the main control section 61 determines whether or not the start lever 43 has been operated. If it is determined in step ST3 that the start lever 43 has not been operated (ST3: NO), then in step ST4, the main control section 61 determines whether or not the setting change button 72 has been operated. If it is determined in step ST4 that the setting change button 72 has not been operated (step ST4: NO), the process returns to step ST2.

When it is determined in step ST4 that the setting change button 72 has been operated (step ST4: YES), in the next step ST5, the main control section 61 determines that the setting change button 72 has been operated for the second operation time (10 minutes). ) or longer is determined. If it is determined in step ST5 that the setting change button 72 has been pressed for a long time longer than the second operation time (ST5: YES), the main control section 61 changes the setting value of the setting candidate in the next step ST6. A special set value (T) is set, and the process returns to step ST2. As a result, the special setting value (T) is displayed (presented) on the setting display 75 through the next step ST2.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step ST5 that the setting change button 72 has not been pressed for a long time longer than the second operation time (10 minutes) (ST5: NO), the main control section 61 proceeds to next step ST7. , the next set value among the set values (1 to 6) is presented as a candidate, and the process returns to step ST2. As a result, the next setting value is presented as a candidate on the setting display 75 through the next step ST2.

If it is determined in step ST3 that the start lever 43 has been operated (ST3: YES), the main control section 61 confirms the current set value in the next step ST8, and terminates the process.

In summary, as in the present embodiment, the slot machine 1 (gaming machine) performs game progress control for executing the game progress based on a specified set value among a plurality of set values (1 to 6, T). 614, and at least one operation unit (setting change button 72, setting key switch 74), and the plurality of setting values are a plurality of first setting values (1 to 6) and a plurality of first setting values At least one operation unit (setting change button 72) for specifying any one first setting value from a plurality of first setting values (1 to 6), including a second setting value (T) different from may be different from the second specifying operation for at least one operation unit (setting change button 72) for specifying the second set value (T).

<Effect of invention>
According to this embodiment, a desired first setting value can be specified from a plurality of first setting values (1 to 6) by the first specifying operation during normal times such as when preparing for store business. When it is desired to specify the second setting value (T), it can be specified by a second specifying operation different from the first specifying operation. Therefore, it is possible to reduce or prevent the possibility of unintentionally specifying the second setting value (T), and it is possible to suppress erroneous setting of the setting value.

Further, as in the present embodiment, at least one operation unit includes the first operation unit (setting change button 72), and the first specifying operation is the first operation mode for the first operation unit (setting change button 72). (press and release), and the second specifying operation is an operation in a second operation mode (long press) different from the first operation mode for the first operation unit (setting change button 72). good too.
According to this configuration, there is no need to provide a new operation unit for the second specifying operation, and an increase in cost can be avoided.

Further, as in the present embodiment, a setting value notification unit (setting display 75) indicating which setting value is set among a plurality of setting values (1 to 6) is provided, and the first specifying operation is performed. Each time, one first setting value is designated in order from a plurality of first setting values (1 to 6), and the designated first setting value is notified (displayed) by the setting value notification unit (setting display device 75). , the second setting value may be notified (displayed) by the setting value notification unit (setting display device 75) by the second specifying operation.
According to this configuration, when the store is open, each time the first specifying operation is performed, one first setting value is specified in order from the plurality of first setting values (1 to 6), and a desired setting value can be set. Become. Therefore, the possibility of setting the second setting value (T) can be reduced if the second specifying operation, which is different from the first specifying operation, is not known. Further, when the second set value is set, it is notified by the set value notification section (setting display 75), so that erroneous setting can be suppressed.

Further, as in the present embodiment, at least one operation unit is an operation unit other than the operation unit (setting change button 72) operated by the first specifying operation and the operation unit (setting change button 72) operated by the second specifying operation. including the third operating section (setting key switch 74), and the first specifying operation or the second specifying operation becomes effective after the third operating section (setting key switch 74) is operated. good.
According to this configuration, unless the third operation section (setting key switch 74) is operated, the first specifying operation or the second specifying operation is not effective. Since it cannot be specified, erroneous operation can be prevented.

Also, as in this embodiment, the set values (1 to 6, T) may define the degree of advantage for the player.
The advantage level may define, for example, the payout rate, or the number of games that can be played per predetermined bet.

[Other embodiments]
The various control means and processing procedures described in the above embodiments are examples, and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention, its applications, or its uses. Various control means and processing procedures can be appropriately modified in design without changing the gist of the present invention.

(1) In the above embodiment, the second set value is one set value (T), but it is not limited to this. There may be a plurality (two or more) of second set values. As the second set value, for example, a test set value or a topic set value may be set. The test setting value is a setting value that is set for the purpose of passing the model test of the gaming machine. Therefore, the test set values are set during the model test, but unlike the set values 1 to 6, it is assumed that the store staff will not set them for the players to play.
A setting operation mode (second operation mode) for test setting values in which the player is not desired to play is a setting operation mode (first operation mode) for setting values 1 to 6 that are set mainly for the purpose of allowing the player to play. operation mode). Therefore, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of an event in which a player plays a game on a gaming machine in which the test setting value is erroneously set.
In the above-described embodiment, it is exemplified that if the second set value (special set value T) is erroneously set, the player will be happy with the set value, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, if the special set value (T) has a relatively low payout rate compared to the set values 1 to 6, the store will likely make a profit, but conversely the player may suffer a big loss. It may be a set value that does not make you happy.

(2) In the above embodiment, six setting values are provided as first setting values, but the number of first setting values can be changed if there are two or more setting values.

(3) The setting value notification unit in the above embodiment is the setting indicator 75 as a setting value display unit that displays the setting value, but is not limited to this. A display unit (such as a liquid crystal display unit) other than the segment display unit may be used, or a notification unit that performs notification by sound may be used. Alternatively, the display and the sound may be combined to give the notification.

(4) In the above embodiment, the operation target of the first designation operation and the second designation operation is the same operation unit (the setting change button 72), but it is not limited to this. For example, providing another operation unit or using another existing operation unit can be mentioned. That is, at least one operation unit includes a first operation unit (setting change button 72) and a second operation unit (new button, existing stop switch 40, etc.) different from the first operation unit (setting change button 72). ), the first specifying operation is an operation on the first operation unit (setting change button 72), and the second specifying operation is an operation on the second operation unit (new button, existing stop switch 40). Yes, you can.
According to this configuration, the first operation unit (setting change button 72) for setting the first setting values (1 to 6) and the second operation unit for setting the second setting value (special setting value T) Since the part (new button, existing stop switch 40, etc.) is different, erroneous setting can be suppressed.

(5) In the above embodiment, the setting indicator 75 notifies the specified first setting value (1 to 6) in the reporting mode (segment display) and the setting for notifying the specified second setting value (T). Although the notification mode (segment display) of the indicator 75 is the same, it is not limited to this. For example, the notification mode of the setting display 75 that reports the specified first setting value (1 to 6) and the reporting mode of the setting display 75 that reports the specified second setting value (T) may be different. can be
For example, if the setting value notification unit is a display unit such as the setting display 75, the change in the notification mode includes changing from lighting display to blinking display, color change, and the like. If the setting value notification unit is a speaker that outputs sound, the change of voice, change of tone color, and the like can be mentioned.
According to this configuration, the notification mode of the setting value notification unit (setting display device 75) when the first setting value is set, and the setting value notification unit (setting display unit) when the second setting value is set Since the notification mode is different from that of the device 75), it becomes easy to recognize that the special second set value is set, and erroneous setting can be suppressed.
(5-2) In addition, as follows, a normal setting value setting mode for setting the first setting values (setting values 1 to 6) and a special setting mode for setting at least one second setting value (special setting value) A set value setting mode may be provided. Specifically, when the main control unit 61 determines that the second operation mode is performed (when the operation of step ST4 in FIG. 10 is performed and it is determined that the long press is performed in step ST5), the special setting value setting mode. When the main control unit 61 determines that the first operation mode is performed (when the operation of step ST4 in FIG. 10 is performed and it is determined that the long press is not performed in step ST5), the normal set value setting mode is entered. do. The setting display 75 (informing section) may have different notification modes between the special setting value setting mode and the normal setting value setting mode. The notification mode of the setting display 75 may be set so that the notification can be started (that is, the notification mode can be switched) when the setting mode is switched. According to this configuration, even if the special setting value is not specified specifically, the notification mode is switched when the second operation mode is performed, and the special setting value can be specified (settable). Store staff will be able to make decisions. In particular, when there are multiple second setting values (special setting values), it is convenient to know that this is a setting mode in which a special setting value can be specified (set) before specifying (setting) any special setting value. is.
The different notification modes mentioned here may be notified by sound, the color of the segment of the setting display 75 is changed, the lower panel of the game machine is turned off, the illumination part (LED ) changes color, or the mode name is displayed on the liquid crystal screen 3.

(6) A notification unit configured to notify that the second set value (T) is designated when the second set value (T) is designated by performing the second designating operation. may be
According to this configuration, the notification unit can notify that the second set value (T) has been designated, so that erroneous setting can be suppressed. The notification unit may be the set value notification unit (setting display 75) in the above embodiment, or may be provided separately from the set value notification unit.

(7) Setting values may be specified (changed) only by operating the setting change button 72, for example. can be set by As shown in FIGS. 8 and 9, the setting value operation consists of a series of steps 1-5. Both the first designation operation and the second designation operation are operations related to one procedure 3 in a series of procedures 1 to 5. FIG. Of course, the first designation operation and the second designation operation may be operations related to different procedures among a plurality of procedures.
Also, the combination and order of a plurality of procedures for setting the first setting value may be completely different from the combination and order of a plurality of procedures for setting the second setting value.

(8) In the above embodiment, it is predetermined that the second specifying operation for setting the second setting value (special setting value T) is a long press of the setting change button 72. The change method may be customizable. For example, the second specifying operation for setting the second set value (special set value T) may be changeable. For example, the second designated operation is changed to pressing the stop switch 40 instead of the setting change button 72, or the operation mode of the setting change button 72 is changed from a long press of 10 minutes or more to a long press of 1 minute or more. Alternatively, instead of the long press, it may be possible to change the number of times of operation (continuous press) to a predetermined number or more within the first predetermined time (10 seconds).

(9) In the above-described embodiment, the setting change button 72 is the only operation unit for specifying setting values, but a second setting change button may be provided. Each time the first setting change button 72 is pressed, a plurality of setting values 1 to 6 are presented in order as setting candidate setting values (1→2→3→4→5→6→1→2 and so on). presented). On the other hand, each time the second setting change button is pressed, a plurality of setting values 1 to 6 and a second setting value (special setting value T) are presented in reverse order (6→5→4) as setting candidate setting values. →3→2→1→T→6→5). Here, even if the first setting change button 72 is operated, there is no possibility that the second setting value (special setting value T) will be presented, but if the second setting change button is operated, the second setting value ( A special setting T) may be offered. According to this configuration, if only the first setting change button 72 is used for normal setting work, it is possible to prevent the second setting value (special setting value T) from being erroneously set. In addition, since there is a second setting change button as a return button, it is possible to go back even if the presentation of the desired setting value is passed, and it is possible to quickly set the setting value.

(10) The gaming machine is configured to be capable of transmitting information indicating that a special set value is set to a data count electrically connected to the gaming machine or to a data management computer in the store. good too. This makes it possible to know that the special setting value (T) has been erroneously set. In addition to the special set values, the set values 1 to 6 may also be configured to be able to be transmitted to the computer for data counting and store data management.

(11) In the above embodiment, each time the setting change button 72 is operated, the first setting values (1 to 6) are displayed on the setting display 75 in order (1→2→3→4→5→6). However, for example, by simultaneously operating the setting change button 72 and another operation unit (eg, stop switch 40), the first setting values (1 to 6) are displayed on the setting display 75 in reverse order. (6→5→4→3→2→1). Note that the presentation order may include not only the first set value but also the second set value. When the second setting value is included in the presented order, the first order (1→2→3→4→5→6) and the second order (6→5→4→3→2 → 1), may include the second set value.

(12) In the above embodiment, the machine is a model into which medals are inserted, but the machine is not limited to this. For example, it may be a medal-less machine (physical medium-less machine). Since the medalless machine does not use a physical medium, the hopper unit 50 may not be provided. A medalless machine has data on the number of owned medals, and is a machine that can be played by betting on the data.

In the above embodiment, the description of the RT state transition is omitted. This is because in the AT machine, a game is played with AT in a state in which a predetermined winning combination has been won but no prize has been won, and in such a state, the RT state does not change. However, it is needless to say that the RT state can be changed under the state where the predetermined combination is not carried over.

Although the case where the bed switch 42 is provided is exemplified in the above embodiment, the bed switch 42 may be omitted.

The general gaming state of the embodiment may include CZ. Further, in the above-described embodiment, AT and bonuses are illustrated as advantageous gaming states, but ART may be included in the advantageous gaming states. CZ is a gaming state in which the probability of entry into AT and the probability of replay are higher than in the case of non-CZ. ART is a game state in which the replay probability is higher than in the normal game state, and the correct pushing order of the pushing order combination is announced. Then, the probability of entering at least one of AT, CZ, and ART may change according to the set value. Depending on the settings, the performance of AT, CZ and ART may change.

Depending on the specifications of the model of the slot machine 1, before the advantageous period reaches 1500 games at maximum, or before the number of winning balls of the player reaches 2400, the advantageous gaming state such as AT or the advantageous period may occur. It may end at any timing.

The effect suggesting the setting value may further include, in addition to the image, that the pattern visible through the reel window 200 becomes a special pattern when the rotation of the rotating reel 20 is stopped. .

In the above embodiment, the game machine is an AT type slot machine. However, gaming machines other than AT machines, such as ART-type slot machines, normal-type slot machines loaded with only bonuses, and slot machines that do not have an advantageous section and a normal section, can also be implemented. Also, the gaming machine is not limited to a slot machine, and a pachinko machine can also be used.

Even when these other embodiments are employed, the effects of this embodiment are exhibited. Further, it is also possible to appropriately combine this embodiment with other embodiments, and other embodiments with each other.

614: Game progress control unit 72: Setting change button (operation unit; first operation unit)
74 ... setting key switch (operation unit; third operation unit)
75 ... setting indicator (set value notification unit)

Claims (8)

a game progress control unit for executing game progress based on a set value specified from among a plurality of set values;
at least one operating unit;
The plurality of setting values includes a plurality of first setting values and a second setting value different from the plurality of first setting values,
a first specifying operation on the at least one operation unit for specifying one of the plurality of first setting values; and at least one operation for specifying the second setting value. Unlike the second designation operation for the part,
The gaming machine , wherein the first designation operation and the second designation operation are performed in a setting change mode different from the game progress . the at least one operation unit includes a first operation unit;
the first specifying operation is an operation in a first operation mode with respect to the first operation unit;
2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein said second designation operation is an operation in a second operation mode different from said first operation mode for said first operation unit. the at least one operation unit includes a first operation unit and a second operation unit different from the first operation unit;
the first designation operation is an operation on the first operation unit;
2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein said second designation operation is an operation on said second operation section. A setting value notification unit indicating which setting value is set among the plurality of setting values,
Each time the first specifying operation is performed, one of the first setting values is specified in order from the plurality of first setting values, and the specified first setting value is notified by the setting value notification unit;
4. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein said second setting value is notified by said setting value notification unit by said second specifying operation. 5. The method according to claim 4, wherein the notification mode of the set value notification unit that notifies the designated first set value and the notification manner of the set value notification unit that notifies the designated second set value are different. game machine. The at least one operating unit includes a third operating unit other than the operating unit operated by the first specifying operation and the operating unit operated by the second specifying operation,
The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein said first designation operation or said second designation operation becomes effective after an operation is performed on said third operation unit. Equipped with a notification unit,
7. The method according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein, when the second setting value is specified by performing the second specifying operation, the notification unit can notify that the second setting value has been specified. game machine. The operation unit includes an operator provided inside the housing, and the operator is an operator for performing the first designation operation or the second designation operation, and is a button that cannot be operated by the player. , the gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

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