JP7282394B2 - game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to gaming machines.

As a gaming machine of this type, there is a slot machine. For example, in a slot machine, it is easy to increase the amount of game media in the hand due to the normal game state in which the amount of game media in the hand is difficult to increase and the probability of winning a small winning combination increases. It is common to have an advantageous playing state.
In recent slot machines, when a predetermined condition is established, advantageous gaming states are a bonus that increases the winning rate of a small combination, an RT (replay time) that increases the winning rate of a replay combination, a small combination and a replay combination. ART (assist replay time) that assists winning of prizes such as small roles and replay roles after increasing the winning rate of replay roles by combining RT and AT, It is also known to generate a game state called such as.
Also known is a game that generates a JAC-in type bonus in which a non-RB game (BB general state) and an RB game (RB state) are repeatedly executed (see Patent Document 1, for example).

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However, such a conventional game machine has room for improvement.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the gaming machine of the present invention can be set to any one of game states including a first game state and a second game state that is more advantageous to the player than the first game state. Controllable game state control means, section control means capable of controlling any section among sections including a normal section and an advantageous section, and counting means capable of counting the number of games played in the advantageous section . In addition, the second game state includes a specific second game state and a special second game state that can be shifted to when a specific condition is established in the specific second game state, and the special second game state is , a first special second game state that can be shifted when a predetermined condition is not satisfied after the specific condition is satisfied, and a second game state that can be shifted when the predetermined condition is satisfied after the specific condition is satisfied. and a special second game state, wherein the section control means is controllable to the normal section in the first game state, controllable to the advantageous section in the second game state, and The game state control means controls to the first game state when the counting result by the counting means indicates the first number in the second game state, and the specific condition is the specific condition in the specific second game state. A case where the counting result by the counting means is a second number indicating that the number of game executions is smaller than the first number, and a third number indicating that the number of game executions is smaller than the second number. The probability of being established in the case and the case is the same, and the predetermined condition is the third number of times in the specific second game state than the case where the counting result by the counting means is the second number of times. The case is a condition with a higher probability of being established.

1 is a schematic front view showing the appearance of a game machine; FIG. It is a schematic perspective view showing the internal configuration of the gaming machine. It is a block diagram which shows the control structure of a game machine. It is a chart which shows the arrangement|sequence of a reel pattern. It is a chart showing combinations of symbols for winning combinations. It is a state transition diagram of RT state. FIG. 11 is a chart showing RT state transition conditions; FIG. It is a state transition diagram of a game state. It is a chart which shows a high probability preparation game number lottery table. It is a chart which shows a high probability stage lottery table (RT3). It is a chart which shows a high probability stage lottery table (other than RT3). It is a chart which shows a stage A lottery table. It is a chart which shows an RT stock high probability game number lottery table. It is a chart showing an RT stock high-probability game number subtraction stop lottery table. It is a chart which shows a stage B lottery table (via a special stage determination stage). It is a chart which shows the stage B lottery table (via push order challenge). It is a chart which shows an RT stock lottery table (stage B1). It is a chart which shows a continuation rate lottery table (stage B1). It is a chart which shows a specialized zone expectation level lottery table. FIG. 11 is a chart showing a specialization zone lottery table (green level); FIG. It is a chart which shows a specialized zone lottery table (red level). It is a chart which shows a specialized zone lottery table (blue level). It is a chart which shows a specialized zone lottery table (yellow level). FIG. 11 is a chart showing a specialization zone lottery table (green level); FIG. It is a chart which shows a specialized zone lottery table (red level). It is a chart which shows a stage C2 lottery table. It is a chart which shows a continuation rate lottery table (stage C1). It is a chart which shows an RT stock lottery table (stage C2). It is a chart which shows a stage B lottery table (stage E1). It is a chart which shows an RT stock lottery table (stage E1). It is a chart which shows a stage B lottery table (high probability). It is a chart showing a stage B lottery table (high probability preparation 4 games or more). It is a chart showing a stage B lottery table (high probability preparation 3 games or less). It is a chart which shows a specialized bonus lottery table. It is a chart which shows the stage A lottery table (blue BB, red BB). It is a chart which shows the stage B lottery table (blue BB, red BB). It is a chart which shows a continuation rate lottery table (blue BB, red BB). It is a chart showing an RT stock lottery table (blue BB, red BB). FIG. 11 is a chart showing a continuation rate lottery table (specialized bonus 1); FIG. FIG. 10 is a chart showing a continuation rate lottery table (specialized bonus 2); FIG. FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an RT stock lottery table (specialized bonus 3); FIG. It is a chart which shows the advantageous area game number lottery table for production|presentation. It is a chart which shows a production|presentation level lottery table. It is a chart which shows a production|presentation pattern lottery table (level 1). It is a chart which shows a production|presentation pattern lottery table (level 2). It is a chart which shows a production|presentation pattern lottery table (level 3). It is a chart which shows a production|presentation pattern lottery table (level 4). It is a chart which shows an announcement pattern lottery table (first game). It is a chart which shows an announcement pattern lottery table (2nd game). It is a chart which shows an announcement pattern lottery table (the 3rd game). It is a chart which shows a production|presentation pattern lottery table (mode 1). It is a chart which shows a production|presentation pattern lottery table (mode 2). It is a chart which shows a production|presentation pattern lottery table (mode 1). It is a chart which shows a production|presentation pattern lottery table (mode 2). 4 is a flowchart showing normal control processing; It is a flow chart which shows high accuracy preparation control processing. It is a flow chart which shows high precision control processing. 4 is a flowchart showing stage A control processing; 4 is a flowchart showing stage B1 control processing; FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing stage B2 control processing; FIG. FIG. 61 is a flowchart showing a continuation of FIG. 60; FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing stage C control processing; 4 is a flowchart showing stage D control processing; 4 is a flowchart showing stage E control processing; 10 is a flow chart showing control processing at the time of winning a bonus. 4 is a flowchart showing blue BB and red BB control processing; It is a flow chart which shows chance BB control processing. FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing control processing for blue unique BB and red unique BB; FIG. FIG. 11 is a flow chart showing control processing at the end of a bonus; FIG. It is a flow chart which shows game explanation screen display control processing. FIG. 11 is a flow chart showing processing for determining the number of games in an advantageous section for effect; FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing advantageous section lamp lighting control processing. It is a flowchart which shows a continuous production|presentation determination process. It is a flow chart which shows RB winning effect control processing. It is a flow chart which shows RB winning a prize production control processing. It is a flow chart which shows RB end production control processing. It is a figure explaining the display of the game explanation screen during non-game. It is a figure explaining the display of the game explanation screen during a game. FIG. 11 is a chart for explaining an operation prompting image display period; FIG. (A) and (B) are diagrams for explaining the display of the game explanation screen when the navigation image is displayed during the push order challenge, and (B) and (C) show the navigation image during stage B1. It is a figure explaining the display of the game explanation screen in the case of doing. FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining display of a game explanation screen when displaying effect button images during stage B1; (A) is a diagram for explaining exceptional information displayed on the game explanation screen during stage A1; It is a figure explaining a display. It is a figure explaining an example of the production|presentation in continuous production|presentation. FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining updating (switching) of a specialized zone expectation level; It is a figure explaining the game structure in a different color BB. FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining conditions for determining a standby screen in a different color BB; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of an effect on a display in a different color BB; It is a figure which shows the flow of a game in a different color BB. FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of a display mode on a display of stage C2; It is a state transition diagram of a game state (RT state) in another embodiment.

A preferred embodiment of a gaming machine according to the present invention will be described with reference to each drawing.

First, the overall configuration of the slot machine 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2. FIG.
The slot machine 1 is one embodiment of the gaming machine according to the present invention, and is provided with a housing 1b having an opening on the front surface and a front door 1a that covers the opening so as to be openable and closable, like a normal slot machine. there is

A display window 6 is formed in the central part of the front door 1a so that the rear side can be visually recognized.
In addition, below the display window 6, a stepped portion projecting forward is formed. It has a bet button 2a for setting the number of bets, an effect button 2c which does not affect the progress of the game but is an effect operation means for performing operations related to the effect of the slot machine 1, and a cross key button 2d. .
The effect button 2c is a button that can change the effect image or the like on the display device 8 by the player's pressing operation. , is a button that can be released.
A start lever 3 operated by the player when starting a game and a stop button 5 operated by the player when stopping the reels 41 are provided below the stepped portion.

A navigation lamp 12 is provided above the display window 6 to guide the player in the order of operation of the stop button 5 . Further, below the display window 6, there is provided an advantageous section lamp 13 for notifying that the state is advantageous for the player.

In the upper part of the front door 1a, for example, a liquid crystal display is provided, and a display 8 that operates as notification means, addition notification means, specific notification means, continuous information notification means, and specific information notification means according to the present invention is provided. there is
On the left and right sides of the display 8, a speaker 9 for effecting and notifying with sound, and a lamp 11 having a light emitting means such as an LED for effecting light are incorporated.
A medal payout port 7b through which medals are paid out is provided at the lower portion of the front door 1a.

A main control unit 10 for overall control of the game and a sub-control unit 20 for controlling the performance of the game under the control of the main control unit 10 are provided in the upper part of the housing 1b.
A drum unit 4 for rotating the reel 41 is provided in the central portion of the housing 1b. The drum unit 4 is constructed by horizontally arranging reels 41a, 41b, and 41c. These reels 41a to 41c are rotatable by driving a stepping motor (not shown). In addition, a plurality of patterns (identification information) are displayed on the outer peripheral surface of each of the reels 41a to 41c according to a predetermined arrangement. ) can be visually recognized through the display window 6 .
A medal payout device 7 for paying out medals and a hopper 7a for storing medals are provided in the lower part of the housing 1b. paid out to

FIG. 3 shows the configuration of the control system of the slot machine 1. As shown in FIG. In addition, the same code|symbol is attached|subjected to the component which is the same as that of the component demonstrated in FIG.1 and FIG.2, or corresponds.

The main control unit 10 includes a CPU (not shown) that performs various arithmetic processes, a ROM (not shown) that stores control programs and control data, a storage area that temporarily stores various data, and a work area for the CPU. A RAM (not shown) provided with, etc. is provided.
A bet button 2a, a medal selector 2b, a start lever 3, and a stop button 5 (stop buttons 5a to 5c) are connected to the main control unit 10, so that signals from sensors built into each device can be input. It is
In addition, the main control unit 10 performs processing for starting a game, processing for sampling random numbers from a random number generator (not shown), and the like, based on a signal from the start lever 3 . Then, the main control unit 10 performs an internal lottery process for a winning combination based on the sampled random numbers.

Further, the main control section 10 is connected to the drum unit 4, the medal payout device 7, the advantageous zone lamp 13, and the sub-control section 20, and is configured to be capable of outputting signals to each device.
Based on a signal from the start lever 3, the main control unit 10 performs a game start process for rotating the reels 41a to 41c and a process for stopping the reels 41a to 41c.
Further, the main control unit 10 drives the medal payout device 7 to pay out medals based on the fulfillment of the medal payout conditions at the end of the game.
The advantageous section lamp 13 is composed of, for example, an LED, and the main control section 10 performs processing for turning on the advantageous section lamp 13 when a game state advantageous to the player occurs.

In addition, the sub-control unit 20 is connected with the effect button 2c, the cross key button 2d, the display device 8, the speaker 9, the lamp 11, and the navigation lamp 12, and is configured to be able to output a signal to each device, Based on the control information from the main control unit 10 for only one direction, the sub control unit 20 performs image processing of predetermined effects on the display device 8, output processing of the speaker 9 for performing various effects and notifications, LEDs, etc. lighting processing of the lamp 11 composed of .
In addition, the sub-control section 20 can control the switching control of each effect and the display of a game explanation screen, which will be described later, based on a signal from the effect button 2c.
In addition, the sub control unit 20 has a ROM (not shown) that stores various information such as programs related to effects, effect image data, and sound data, a storage area that temporarily stores various data, a work area for the CPU, and the like. A RAM (not shown) and the like are provided.
The navigation lamp 12 is composed of, for example, an LED, and the sub control unit 20 performs lighting processing of the navigation lamp 12 for navigating (notifying) the operation order of the stop button 5 based on the control information from the main control unit 10. I do.

Such a slot machine 1 is configured so that the following slot machine games can be executed by the main control section 10 operating as game state control means or the like.

At the start of the game, the number of bets is set using medals (including credit medals).
The number of bets can be set by inserting medals directly from the medal slot 2 or by pressing the bet button 2a.

In the method of setting the number of bets by inserting medals from the medal slot 2, the inserted medals are detected by the medal selector 2b provided on the rear surface of the front door 1a, and the bet corresponding to the number of inserted medals is made. The number is set (however, the bet number "3" corresponding to three medals is the upper limit).
The upper limit of the number of bets may be "1", "2", or "4" or more.

The bet button 2a is an example of operation means capable of accepting a player's operation for setting the number of bets. When this button is pressed, a predetermined number of credit medals (for example, 3 medals) is subtracted, and the subtracted amount is set as the number of bets.
The bet button is not limited to the bet button 2a, and a plurality of bet buttons with different bet numbers can be provided. Also, credit medals are added by inserting medals from the medal slot 2 or winning prizes, and for example, up to 50 medals can be credited (stored).

In this way, the number of bets set by directly inserting medals from the medal slot 2 or by pressing the bet button 2a is stored in a storage means such as a RAM provided in the main control section 10. FIG.
Then, when the number of bets reaches a predetermined number (for example, 3), a state is entered in which the right to execute one game is held and the game can be started.

In this game-startable state, the operation of the start lever 3 is valid. When the start lever 3 is tilted in this valid state, the game is started, and the reels 41a to 41c on which a plurality of symbols are displayed start to fluctuate, and a plurality of replay hands, small hands, bonus hands, and the like are played. Before the reels 41 stop, an internal lottery process is executed to determine in advance the lottery result of the current game from among the winning combinations (including loss) (winning combination determination means, advance determination means).
In the internal lottery process, a winning combination for the current game is determined by lottery from a plurality of winning combinations based on a predetermined winning probability.
In this embodiment, the internal lottery process is completed before the reels 41a to 41c reach steady rotation, but may be completed before the reels 41a to 41c start rotating.

Each of the reels 41a to 41c is an example of variable display means, and a plurality of (for example, 20) symbols serving as identification information are displayed on the peripheral surface of each of the reels 41a to 41c, as shown in FIG. "Replay", "Bell", "Cherry", "Red 7", "Blue 7", "White 7", "Bar", etc. are displayed, respectively. A constant rotation is reached, rotating at a constant speed.
When such steady rotation is reached, the stop buttons 5a to 5c provided corresponding to the respective reels 41a to 41c can be pressed.

The stop buttons 5a to 5c are examples of operation means (stop operation means, lead-out operation means) for performing a stop operation of the reel 41. For example, light emission means such as LEDs built in the stop buttons 5a to 5c are turned on. When the stop button 5 is pressed in such a state, the operation timing and the lottery result of the internal lottery process allow the combination of symbols to be stopped. Each reel 41a to 41c is controlled to be stopped.

In the stopped state, the reels 41a to 41c are stopped so that the three vertically continuous patterns displayed on the respective reels 41a to 41c face the outside of the machine through the display window 6 (also referred to as a stop display). Based on this, it is determined whether or not there is a prize.
In this embodiment, winning is determined based on the combination of symbols stopped only on the upward-sloping line out of the upper, middle, and lower lines, the downward-sloping line, and the upward-sloping line. It's becoming
The number of valid lines (also called winning lines) for judging a prize is not limited to one line, but may be changed as appropriate depending on the arrangement of symbols, the type of symbols, the combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination, etc. can be done.

[Combination of Winning Roles and Corresponding Symbols]
Next, each winning combination and combination of symbols corresponding to each winning combination will be described with reference to FIG.
Note that the combination of symbols corresponding to each winning combination shown in FIG. 5 is an example.
In the slot machine 1, the winning of the winning combination is determined when the combination of symbols displayed on the winning line matches the combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination. Then, when a prize for the winning combination is established, a privilege corresponding to the winning combination is given to the player.
The winning combination is roughly divided into three types, ie, a small combination, a replay combination, and a bonus combination.
The minor roles include, for example, a bell role, a watermelon role, a cherry role, a chance role, and a single role.
In the following description, the cherry role, the watermelon role, and the chance role are also collectively referred to as "rare roles".

The bell combination includes a "common bell" and a "special bell" in which the combination of symbols is complete regardless of the order of operation (hereinafter also referred to as the order of pressing) of the stop buttons 5a to 5c.
In the "common bell", the combination of symbols such as "blue 7, bell, blue 7" stops in the order of "left reel 41a, middle reel 41b, right reel 41c" on the winning line (same below). The bell pattern is aligned in a straight line on the middle line.
In the case of "special bell", the combination of symbols such as "blue 7, bell, bell" stops on the winning line, and the combination of symbols such as "bell, bell, replay" stops on the middle line.

The cherry combination includes "weak cherry", "strong cherry", and "strongest cherry", and in each case the cherry symbol can be stopped on the winning line of the left reel 41a.
"Low cherry" can stop the combination of symbols such as "cherry-cherry-bell" on the winning line, and "strong cherry" can stop the combination of symbols such as "cherry-cherry-cherry" on the winning line. can be stopped, and for "strongest cherry", a combination of symbols such as "cherry replay bell" on the winning line can be stopped.

For the watermelon role ("Watermelon"), the combination of "Bell-Watermelon-Bell" symbols can be stopped on the winning line. A combination of symbols such as "Replay" can be stopped.
There are "1-card role 1", "1-card role 2", "1-card role 3", and "1-card role 4". For example, "1-card role 1" is " The combination of "blank, cherry, watermelon" symbols can be stopped.

For the replay role, there is a "normal replay" in which the combination of symbols is aligned regardless of the pressing order, a "special replay" in which the combination of symbols is aligned by performing the eye pressing operation, and a combination of symbols is aligned by following a specific pressing order. There is a "push order replay".
In the "normal replay", the combination of symbols such as "blue 7, white 7, replay" stops on the winning line, and the replay symbols are aligned in a straight line on the upper line.

In the "special replay", "white 7 replay", "fake replay", and "reach replay" are set.
“White 7 Replay” and “Fake Replay” are winning combinations to be selected by lottery while staying in RT5, which will be described later, among the RT states.
In "White 7 Replay", when "White 7 Replay" is won, it is necessary to press the "White 7" symbol in order to stop and display the corresponding symbol combination. , the combination of symbols such as "white 7, white 7, white 7" is stopped, and the white 7 symbols are aligned in a straight line on the active line or the lower line (white 7 aligned).
Further, in the present embodiment, when winning the "white 7 replay" during the special stage, a privilege (RT stock, which will be described later) that is advantageous to the player is given.
Fake replay is provided as a fake replay of White 7 replay, and when you win the fake replay, if you succeed in pressing the "White 7" symbol, "Replay, White 7, White 7" , etc. are stopped, "White 7 matching" is not stopped and displayed, and a privilege advantageous to the player is not given.

The reach replay is a winning combination to be selected by lottery in RT6, which will be described later.
When winning the reach replay, if the "white 7" pattern is successfully pressed, the combination of patterns such as "white 7, watermelon 2, white 7" can be stopped. Specifically, the "white 7" symbols are stopped and displayed in parallel on the upper line and the lower line, or in a diamond-shaped manner, to suggest the winning of the bonus to the player.
In addition, in "White 7 Replay", "Fake Replay" and "Reach Eye Replay", if the eye pressing operation fails, the combination of "Replay, Replay, Replay" symbols will stop on a predetermined line. may

"RT2 transition replay", "RT3 transition replay", "RT4 transition replay", and "RT5 transition replay" are set in the "press order replay".
For example, when the RT2 shift replay is won, by operating the stop buttons 5a to 5c in the corresponding pressing order, the combination of symbols such as "blue 7, white 7, replay" is completed, and the RT3 shift replay is won. If you do, you will have a combination of symbols such as "Blue 7, Replay, Blue 7", and if you win the RT4 transition replay, you will have a combination of symbols such as "Bell, Replay, Blue 7", and RT5 transition. In the case of winning the replay, the pattern combination of "bell replay bell" is arranged.

RT2 transition replay, RT3 transition replay, RT4 transition replay, and RT5 transition replay (hereinafter collectively referred to as "RT transition replay") are transitions from the current game state (RT state) to another game state (RT state). It is designed to function as a trigger for state transition.
For example, the RT2 transition replay and the RT5 transition replay function as promotion replays that trigger the transition to another gaming state (RT state) that is more advantageous to the player than the current gaming state (RT state).
Further, the RT3 transition replay and the RT4 transition replay function as fall replays that trigger the transition to another game state (RT state) that is more disadvantageous to the player than the current game state (RT state). Details of the RT state will be described later.
In addition, when the RT transition replay is won and the stop buttons 5a to 5c are not operated in the corresponding pressing order, "replay, replay, replay" may be stop-displayed on the upper line. In this case, the RT state is not changed.

Among the winning combinations other than the bonus combination, the "common bell", "special bell", and "single-card combination" are set to four levels of setting values (hereinafter referred to as "game setting values") set in the slot machine 1. There are two types: a winning combination in which the winning probability varies accordingly (a winning combination with a set difference) and a winning combination in which the winning probability does not vary in all four stages of game set values (a winning combination without a setting difference).
In the following explanation, the set difference winning combination is "common bell A", "special bell A", and "single-card combination 1A-4A", and the setting difference non-winning combination is "common bell B" and "special bell B". , and “1-card combination 1B to 4B”.
On the other hand, winning combinations other than these are set as non-winning combinations.
Note that the set difference winning combination and the set difference non-winning combination are not limited to these, and can be arbitrarily set.

A big bonus and a regular bonus are set for the bonus role.
For the big bonus, if you win the big bonus, the combination of symbols will stop at "red 7, blue 7, red 7" etc., and the blue 7 symbols will be aligned in a straight line on the middle line or the bottom right line. Blue BB)", "Red 7 Bonus (hereinafter referred to as Red BB)" that stops when the combination of symbols is "Red 7, Red 7, Red 7", etc., and the combination of symbols is "Bar-Bar-Bar". "Chance bonus (hereinafter referred to as Chance BB)" that stops at "Chance BB" that stops at the combination of symbols "Red 7, Blue 7, Cherry", and "Blue 7, Blue 7, White 7" that stops at the middle line 7 unique bonus (hereinafter referred to as blue unique BB)” and “red 7 unique bonus (hereinafter referred to as red unique BB)” that stops when the combination of symbols is “red 7, red 7, white 7”.

For the regular bonus, if you win the regular bonus, the combination of symbols will stop at "watermelon, watermelon, red 7", etc., and the 7 symbols will stop in a V-shaped "high net increase regular bonus (hereinafter referred to as high net increase RB). ”, and there is a “low net increase regular bonus (hereinafter referred to as low net increase RB)” in which the combination of symbols stops at “watermelon, watermelon, bell” etc., and the 7 symbols do not stop in a V shape.
As long as the combination of the corresponding symbols does not stop in the winning game and in the subsequent games, the winning right can be carried over. Therefore, during the period until the bonus combination is won by stopping the combination of the corresponding symbols, the bonus winning state is maintained (hereinafter, this game state is referred to as "bonus internal winning state").

In addition, the big bonus and the regular bonus are bonuses with different winning probabilities (bonus with setting difference) according to four stages of game setting values set in the slot machine 1, and a winning probability depending on the game setting values of each stage. It is classified into a bonus with no difference in the setting (bonus with no setting difference).
Specifically, Blue BB, Red BB, and Chance BB are categorized as non-set bonuses, and Blue Unique BBs, Red Unique BBs, High Net Increase RBs, and Low Net Increase RBs are categorized as Set Difference Bonuses.
These no-difference bonuses are repeatedly won at a predetermined ratio when winning a rare combination with no difference, and the bonuses with a difference are overlapped at a predetermined ratio when winning a rare combination with a difference.

Based on the combination of symbols as described above, it is determined whether a small winning combination, a replay winning combination, or a bonus winning combination is won. is established, and a game value is given according to the establishment of each prize.
For example, in the bell combination, 6 medals are paid out by stopping the combination of symbols corresponding to "common bell" and "special bell".
Five medals are paid out by the stop display of the combination of symbols corresponding to the watermelon combination, and four medals are paid out by the stop display of the combination of symbols corresponding to the cherry combination.
In addition, one medal is paid out by stopping the combination of symbols corresponding to the single winning combination. At this time, when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated at predetermined positions to press and the combination of the corresponding symbols is stopped, one coin is paid out. , "1-card combination" is lost, and the combination of predetermined symbols (hereinafter referred to as "1-card combination" is stopped, so that the payout is not performed.
In addition, due to the stopped display of the combination of symbols corresponding to the "replay combination", the next game can be played without inserting medals, that is, without spending medals.
In addition, the winning probability of each winning role excluding the "bonus role" is, in principle, replay role >"commonbell">"weakcherry">"specialbell">"watermelon">" The relationship of "strong cherry">"chance eye">"strongest cherry", that is, the setting is such that the replay role is most likely to be won and the "strongest cherry" is most difficult to be won.

In addition, since the symbols of the bell combination and the replay combination are arranged within five consecutive frames on all the reels 41a to 41c, they can be stopped on the effective line without fail by the drawing stop control of the four frames. On the other hand, symbols other than the bell combination and the replay combination are not necessarily arranged within 5 consecutive frames, so even if the pull-in stop control is performed for 4 frames, they cannot be stopped on the winning line, and the winning combination is lost. Sometimes. In other words, in order to stop these symbols on the winning line, it is necessary to press the stop buttons 5a to 5c (so-called eye pressing operation) aiming at the desired symbols.

In addition to such a configuration, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment has the following game states and characteristic game features based on these game states.
Each game state is controlled (hereinafter also referred to as transition) to each game state by the main control unit 10 operating as game state control means.
First, with reference to FIGS. 6 and 7, the RT state of the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment will be described.

(RT state)
In the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the winning probability of the "replay role" in the internal lottery process is set to three levels of low, medium, and high, and RT 0 to 6 states (hereinafter also simply referred to as RT 0 to 6). have.

RT0 is a low replay probability state, and is set in the internal lottery process so that the replay role is won with a probability of, for example, 1/7.3. Unfavorable playing state.
The entry into RT0 is triggered by the stoppage of the "1-card hand" when the "1-card hand" is won in RT1, 2, and then shifts from RT1, 2 to RT0.
The entry into RT0 is triggered by the fact that 127 games have been played at RT3, 36 games have been played at RT4, and 30 games have been played at RT5. Move to RT0.

RT0 ends when the combination of symbols corresponding to "RT2 transition replay (promotion replay)" stops, the combination of symbols corresponding to "RT5 transition replay (promotion replay)" stops, and "RT3 Triggered by the stoppage of the combination of symbols corresponding to "Transition Replay (Demotion Replay)" and the stoppage of the combination of symbols corresponding to "RT4 Transition Replay (Demotion Replay)", then RT0 to RT2-5 do.
Also, the end of RT0 is triggered by the winning of a bonus combination in the internal lottery process performed in RT0, and then the process shifts from RT0 to RT6.
Thus, RT0 is not a finite game state with a predetermined game period, but an infinite game state that does not shift to another game state unless the combination of symbols corresponding to the RT transition replay is stopped or a bonus is won. It is in a game state (infinite RT).

RT1 is a low replay probability state, and is set in the internal lottery process so that the replay role is won with a probability of, for example, 1/7.3. Unfavorable playing state.
The entry into RT1 is triggered by turning on the power or changing the game setting value (including the case where the same game setting value is set again (retype the set value)) accompanied by operation of a predetermined initialization switch, etc., and then Move to RT1.
Also, the rush to RT1 is triggered by the end of the bonus, and then shifts to RT1.
The end of RT1 is triggered by the stoppage of the "1-card hand" when the "1-card hand" is won in RT1, and then the RT1 shifts to RT0.
The end of RT1 is triggered by the winning of a bonus combination in the internal lottery process performed in RT1, and then the process shifts from RT1 to RT6.
In this way, RT1 is not a finite game state with a predetermined game period, but an infinite game state that does not shift to another game state unless the "loose eye" of a single hand is stopped or a bonus is won. It is in the state (infinite RT).

RT2 is a high replay probability state, and in the internal lottery process, it is set to win the replay role with a probability of, for example, 1/1.5. is also a game state advantageous to the player.
The entry into RT2 is triggered by the stoppage of the combination of symbols corresponding to the "RT2 transition replay" in RT0, and then the transition from RT0 to RT2.
The end of RT2 is the termination of the combination of symbols corresponding to "RT3 transition replay" in RT2, the termination of the combination of symbols corresponding to "RT4 transition replay", and the termination of the combination of symbols corresponding to "RT5 transition replay". Triggered by the stop of , after that, it shifts from RT2 to RT3-5.
In addition, RT2 is terminated when the "1-card hand" is won in RT2, and after that, RT2 shifts to RT0 when the "1-card hand" is stopped.
The end of RT2 is triggered by the winning of a bonus combination in the internal lottery process performed in RT2, and then the process shifts from RT2 to RT6.
In this way, RT2 is not a finite game state with a predetermined game period, but the combination of symbols corresponding to the RT transition replay is stopped, the "dropped eye" of the one-piece hand is stopped, or the bonus is not won. As long as it is, it is an infinite game state (infinite RT) that does not shift to another game state.

RT3 is a low replay probability state, and is set in the internal lottery process so that the replay role is won with a probability of, for example, 1/7.3. Unfavorable playing state.
The entry into RT3 is triggered by the stoppage of the combination of symbols corresponding to "RT3 shift replay" in RT0,2, and then shifts from RT0,2 to RT3.
The end of RT3 is triggered when 127 games have been played, and then the game shifts from RT3 to RT0.
The end of RT3 is triggered by the winning of a bonus combination in the internal lottery process performed in RT3, and then the game shifts from RT3 to RT6.
Thus, RT3 is a finite game state (finite RT) that ends after a predetermined number of games (127 games) have been played.

RT4 is a low replay probability state, and is set in the internal lottery process so that the replay role is won with a probability of, for example, 1/7.3. Unfavorable playing state.
The entry into RT4 is triggered by the stoppage of the combination of symbols corresponding to the "RT4 shift replay" in RT0,2, and then shifts from RT0,2 to RT4.
The end of RT4 is triggered when 36 games have been played, and then the game shifts from RT4 to RT0.
The end of RT4 is triggered by the winning of a bonus combination in the internal lottery process performed in RT4, and then the process shifts from RT4 to RT6.
Thus, RT4 is a finite game state (finite RT) that ends after a predetermined number of games (36 games) have been played.

RT5 is a high replay probability state, and is set in the internal lottery process so that the replay role is won with a probability of, for example, 1/1.5. is also a game state advantageous to the player.
The entry into RT5 is triggered by the stoppage of the combination of symbols corresponding to the "RT5 shift replay" in RT0,2, and then shifts from RT0,2 to RT5.
The end of RT5 is triggered when 30 games have been played, and then the game shifts from RT5 to RT0.
Also, the end of RT5 is triggered by the winning of a bonus combination in the internal lottery process performed in RT5, and then the process shifts from RT5 to RT6.
Thus, RT5 is a finite game state (finite RT) that ends after a predetermined number of games (30 games) have been played.

RT6 is a medium replay probability state, which is a bonus internal winning state, and is set so that the replay combination is won with a probability of, for example, 1/6.0 in the internal lottery process. The game state is more advantageous to the player than RT1, 3, and 4, and more disadvantageous to the player than RT2 and RT5.
The entry into RT6 is triggered by the winning of a bonus combination in the internal lottery process during RT0-5, and then shifts from RT0-5 to RT6.
The end of RT6 is triggered by the stoppage of the combination of bonus symbols, and after that, the game shifts from RT6 to the bonus game.
In this way, RT6 is a bonus internal winning state, not a finite game state with a predetermined game period, but an infinite game state that does not shift to another game state unless the combination of bonus symbols stops (infinite RT).

A bonus is a game state that is advantageous to a player who wins a small combination such as "Bell" with a high probability.
The entry into the bonus is triggered by the stoppage of the combination of bonus symbols at RT6, and then shifts to the bonus (big bonus) from RT6.
Also, the end of the bonus is triggered by the payout of medals in excess of a predetermined number, and then the bonus is shifted to RT1.
Thus, the bonus is a game state that ends when a predetermined number of medals are paid out.

As described above, in this embodiment, a plurality of RT states with different degrees of advantage are provided, and RT0, 1, 3, 4, which are relatively disadvantageous to the player, are shifted to RT2, 5, which are relatively advantageous to the player. 5, it has a game property that it shifts to a bonus game state via RT6.
In such a game, staying at RT5 becomes a game state advantageous to the player, and furthermore, at RT0, which shifts after the end of RT5, it is possible to repeat a loop to shift (return) to RT5 again. , the game progresses advantageously for the player. Therefore, it is preferable for the player not to shift (fall) to RT3 or RT4 from RT0 or RT2, which can shift to RT5.

Therefore, in RT0 and 2, the combination of symbols corresponding to the promotion replay ("RT5 transition replay") is stopped, or the fall replay ("RT1 transition replay", "RT3 transition replay", "RT4 transition replay") ”) is not stopped, it is preferable for the player to operate the stop button 5 .
However, it is apparently impossible to determine whether or not these promotion replays and fall replays have been won. The stop button 5 cannot be operated.

Therefore, when a predetermined condition is satisfied, the promotion replay is stopped by notifying (navigating) the order of pressing the stop button 5 and the symbol that serves as a guideline for pressing the eyes through the notifying means such as the display device 8. Alternatively, the player is given a privilege of assisting the player so that the fall replay does not stop.
Specifically, the corresponding combination of symbols is displayed on the display 8 as "left→middle→right", and the respective sounds are output from the speaker 9 in the order of "left", "middle", and "right". do.
Also, at this time, the navigation lamps 12 are lit in the corresponding order "12a→12b→12c".
In other words, the operation of the stop button 5 is navigated through notification means such as the display 8, the speaker 9, the navigation lamp 12, and the like. Note that, in the present embodiment, the operation display displayed on the display device 8 or the like is also referred to as push order navigation (special information).
Thus, when the player operates the stop button 5 according to this navigation, promotion to the RT state preferable for the player and prevention of falling to the RT state unfavorable for the player are assisted.

For example, in RT0, 2, if you have the right to move to RT5 (hereinafter also referred to as "RT stock"), the combination of symbols corresponding to the promotion replay ("RT5 transition replay") The push order navigation is notified so as to stop or prevent the fall replay (“RT1 transition replay”, “RT3 transition replay”, “RT4 transition replay”) from stopping.
One or more "RT stocks" are given to the player based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and one disappears when the player moves to RT5. Note that one item may disappear when RT5 ends.

Thus, the slot machine 1 is configured to be able to control a plurality of RT states by the main control section 10 operating as gaming state control means.
Further, in addition to such a configuration, the slot machine 1 includes the main control unit 10 including stop display control means, determination means, notification period determination means, transmission means, privilege provision means, probability state control means, probability state determination means, By operating as pre-determination means, state control means, pre-determination means, derivation control means, and counting means, the sub-control section 20 operates as change means, effect state control means, reception means, and effect pattern determination means. Therefore, it is configured to be able to realize the following characteristic game characteristics.
Further, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the main control section 10 and the sub-control section 20 cooperate with each other to cause a plurality of types of game states to transition as shown in FIG.

The main control unit 10 can control the game in the slot machine 1 into a plurality of game states (hereinafter referred to as ball-out states), and controls various processes in each ball-out state, transitions between each ball-out state, and the like. conduct.
The sub-control section 20 can control a plurality of production states based on the ball-out state controlled by the main control section 10, and performs control such as switching of production stages (hereinafter simply referred to as stages). The production stage is one mode of production performed on the display device 8 or the like, and for example, a predetermined scene or situation in which continuous production or the like is performed is set.
The performance state (performance stage) controlled by the sub-control unit 20 preferably has a paired relationship with the ball-out state controlled by the main control unit 10, but does not necessarily have a paired relationship. good too.

As shown in FIG. 8, the game of the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment consists of a normal stage in which the game progresses in a disadvantageous state for the player, a special stage in which the game progresses in an advantageous state for the player, and a bonus. be done.
These normal stages, special stages, and bonuses can be mutually shifted based on a predetermined trigger.
Specifically, in the normal stage, when a bonus combination is won, the combination of corresponding symbols is stopped, and the game shifts to a bonus (arrow α in FIG. 8). In the bonus, when the number of medals paid out to the player exceeds a predetermined number, the bonus ends and the stage shifts to the normal stage (arrow β in FIG. 8).
Also, in the normal stage, the player moves to a special stage via a special stage determination stage or a pushing order challenge, which will be described later (arrows f and g in FIG. 8).

In the special stage, when a bonus combination is won, the combination of corresponding symbols is stopped, and the game shifts to a bonus (arrow γ in FIG. 8). When this bonus ends, in principle, the player returns to the special stage in which the player was staying when the bonus was won (arrow z in FIG. 8).
Also, the special stage ends when the number of staying games during the special stage (the number of games in RT5) is completed, and in principle, the stage shifts to the normal stage (arrow m in FIG. 8). Also, when the advantageous section, which will be described later, ends, the special stage ends and the normal stage shifts (arrow m in FIG. 8).

Also, the game of the slot machine 1 has a normal section and an advantageous section.
These sections are divided according to the state of the balls released. Basically, the normal stage (general stage described later) and the bonus (bonus with setting difference) are divided into normal sections, and the normal stage (other than the general stage) , special stages and bonuses (no set difference bonuses) are divided into advantageous sections.
In the advantageous section, the lottery process for shifting to the special stage is performed, and in the normal section, the lottery process for shifting to the special stage is not performed.
In addition, the advantageous section is a section that can be stayed continuously until it shifts from the normal section to the normal section again, and while staying in the advantageous section, the number of games played during the advantageous section (hereinafter , the number of games played in the advantageous section) are counted.

After transitioning to the advantageous section, in order to end the advantageous section, in addition to transitioning to the normal section due to the result of a lottery during the game, conditions such as "the number of games played in the advantageous section has reached the upper limit" are satisfied. is set, and a limiting means (limiter) is provided to limit the number of medals that can be obtained during the advantageous section.
The conditions for ending the advantageous section are only examples, and include, for example, "the number of medals acquired in the advantageous section has reached the upper limit", "the bell has been sounded at least once", or "a predetermined The combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus combination of 'is stopped and displayed'.
In addition, the upper limit of the number of games completed in the advantageous section may be any number such as 1000 or 1500, and the upper limit of the number of medals obtained may be any number such as 1000 or 2400. Any number is acceptable.

Also, during the advantageous section, the advantageous section lamp 13 is lit.
Basically, during the bonus (no setting difference bonus), special stage, normal stage (other than general stage), the advantageous section lamp 13 lights up, and the bonus (setting difference bonus) and normal stage (general stage) The advantageous section lamp 13 is turned off.
Exceptionally, if the bonus won during the advantageous interval is a set difference bonus, the advantageous interval lamp 13 remains illuminated.
Further, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment has a feature that the advantageous zone lamp 13 lights up even during the normal zone when the "number of games in the advantageous zone for effects" to be described later remains.
The details of this feature will be described later.

Hereinafter, with reference to each figure, the effect stage, the ball-out state, and transitions between them will be described in detail.
In the following, unless otherwise specified, the point of transition between each production stage and each ball-out state is basically after the third reel stop operation of the game in which the transition condition is satisfied is completed. Note that the third reel is the reel that is stopped at the third and last operation when the stop operation of each of the three reels 41a to 41c is performed one time for a total of three times. Further, "after the third reel stop operation is completed" means after the player releases the finger or the like from the stop button 5 operated to stop the third reel.
Alternatively, the transition may be made from the game next to the game in which the transition condition is established.

(normal stage)
The normal stage is a stage in which the player stays when the power is turned on with operation of a predetermined initialization switch or the like.
The normal stage basically has a low replay probability state, and as the game continues, the number of tokens in the player's hand gradually decreases, which is disadvantageous to the player.
As shown in FIG. 8, the normal stage includes a "general stage", a "high probability preparation stage", a "high probability stage", a "special stage confirmation stage", and the like.
In addition, in the normal stage, the player is notified of the difference in the stage in which the player is staying in such a manner that the player can identify it.
For example, it is notified by the background image of the display 8, the “day” background image during the general stage, the “evening” background image or the “night” background image during the high-precision preparation stage, and the general stage during the high-precision stage And a background image different from the high probability preparation stage, and during the special stage confirmation stage, a background image indicating that the transition to the special stage is confirmed is displayed. Note that this notification (display) mode is an example, and any notification mode can be employed as long as the notification mode is associated with each stage.
In addition, in the normal stage, the main control unit 10 executes a lottery process for shifting to the special stage. For example, it is possible to shift to the general stage → high probability preparation stage → high probability stage → special stage confirmation stage in order, and then shift to the special stage.

<General stage>
In the general stage, the ball output state controlled by the main control unit 10 is the "normal" state, and basically stays at RT3 and RT4.
In the general stage, a transition lottery process to the high probability preparation stage is performed.
Specifically, in the internal lottery process, if you win a role with no set difference ("weak cherry", "strong cherry", "watermelon", "chance eye", "strongest cherry"), or no set difference bell With a probability of 1/2 when winning the role ("common bell B", "special bell B"), you will win the lottery for transition to the high-precision preparation stage.
Also, at this time, the "number of high-probability preparation games" is determined.
For example, one of "2 games", "5 games", "8 games", "11 games", "14 games" and "17 games" is determined as the number of high-probability preparation games.
For example, when "common bell B" is won, "2 games" is selected with a probability of 94.9%, "14 games" is selected with a probability of 5.1%, and "weak cherry" is won. In this case, the "game 2" is selected with a probability of 49.8%, and the "game 11" is selected with a probability of 50.2% (see FIG. 9).
Also, the number of high-probability preparation games is erased (reset) when shifting from the high-probability preparation stage to another stage.
Then, when winning the lottery for transition to the high-precision preparation stage, the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "normal" to "high-precision preparation", and the sub-control unit 20 shifts from the general stage to the high-precision preparation stage. Control to shift (arrow a in FIG. 8).

<High-precision preparation stage>
The high-probability preparation stage is a state in which the ball output state controlled by the main control unit 10 is "high-probability preparation", and basically stays at RT3 and RT4.
In the high probability preparation stage, a transition lottery process to the high probability stage is performed.
Specifically, when the number of high-probability preparation games remains, a lottery for transition to a high-probability stage is performed upon winning a set difference-free combination or a set-difference-free bell combination in the internal lottery process.
In the lottery for transition to the high-probability stage, the winning probability differs based on the current RT state.
Specifically, when staying in RT3, when the number of remaining games in RT3 is equal to or less than a predetermined number (for example, 36 games), a lottery for transition to the high-probability stage is performed. For example, if you win "common bell B", you win with a probability of 20%, and if you win "weak cherry", you win with a probability of 25.1%, and you win "strong cherry". In this case, it is set to win with a probability of 33.33%, and if it wins any other winning combination, it is set to win with a probability of 100% (see FIG. 10).
Also, if you are staying at a time other than RT3, it is set so that you will win with a probability of 100% (see FIG. 11).

Then, when winning the transfer lottery to the high-probability stage, the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "high-probability preparation" to "high-probability", and the sub-control unit 20 shifts from the high-probability preparation stage to the high-probability stage. (arrow c in FIG. 8).
In addition, the number of high-precision preparation games is decremented by 1 for each game in the high-precision preparation stage. ”, and the sub-control unit 20 controls to shift from the high-precision preparation stage to the general stage (arrow b in FIG. 8).

<High accuracy stage>
The high-probability stage is a state in which the ball output state controlled by the main control unit 10 is "high-probability", and basically stays at RT0 and RT2.
In the high-probability stage, a lottery process for transition to a special stage is performed.
Specifically, in the high-probability stage, a lottery for transition to the special stage is performed based on the RT state during stay.
Specifically, when staying at a time other than RT5, if the internal lottery process wins a set rare combination or a set difference no bell combination, a lottery for transition to a special stage is performed. For example, if you win "common bell B", you win with a probability of 15.69%, and if you win "weak cherry", you win with a probability of 66.67%. (See FIG. 12).
Also, if the player is staying at RT5 and wins the no replay combination in the internal lottery process, it is set to win with a probability of 100%.

Then, when winning the lottery for transition to the special stage, the main control unit 10 gives RT stock and controls the ball output state from "high probability" to "stage A1", and the sub-control unit 20 controls the high probability stage. to the special stage determination stage (arrow e in FIG. 8).
That is, when winning the lottery for transition to the special stage, the special stage is shifted to the special stage via the special stage confirmation stage without immediately shifting to the special stage.
Also, in the high probability stage, if the transition to RT3 or RT4 occurs while staying in RT0 or RT2 in a state of non-winning in the transition lottery to the special stage, the sub-control unit 20 shifts from the high probability stage to the general stage. (arrow d in FIG. 8).

In the special stage confirmation stage, when the RT5 transition replay is won, an effect of displaying the push order navigation for informing the push order of the RT5 transition replay is executed.
When the stop button 5 is operated according to this pressing order, the sub-controller 20 performs control so as to shift from the special stage confirmation stage to the special stage (stage A) (arrow f in FIG. 8).

In addition to transitioning to the special stage via the special stage confirmation stage, there are cases in which it is possible to transition from the normal stage to the special stage.
For example, in the normal stage, when the RT5 transition replay is won while staying at RT0 or RT2, a pushing order guess effect (hereinafter referred to as a pushing order challenge) is executed.
The pressing order challenge is an effect state in which the player can correct the pressing order of the pressing order replay (RT5 shift replay) by himself/herself. For example, the pressing order is displayed as "?" If the order of pressing the three options is correct, it is possible to shift to RT5.
That is, when the stopping order of the reels 41 to be stopped first matches the predetermined correct pressing order, the pattern combination of the RT5 transition replay is stopped and displayed on the active line, and the correct pressing order is displayed. If they do not match, the combination of different symbols is stopped and displayed.

Then, when the pressing order is correct in the pressing order challenge, the sub-control unit 20 performs control to shift to a special stage (stage A) (arrow g in FIG. 8). After that, in the internal lottery process, the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state to "Stage A1", triggered by the fact that the replay combination with no set difference is won.
On the other hand, when the pushing order is incorrect in the pushing order challenge, the main control unit 10 controls from RT0 or RT2 to RT4 and controls the ball-out state to "general stage". Further, the sub-controller 20 controls to shift to the general stage (arrow h in FIG. 8).
In addition, if the pushing order is incorrect in the pushing order challenge, control may be performed so as to shift to the high-precision stage. As a result, even if the pushing order is incorrect in the pushing order challenge, the player may continue to stay in a state where the expectation of transition to the special stage is high.
In addition, in the normal stage, when staying at RT0 or RT2 and moving to RT3 or RT4 without executing the pushing order challenge (remaining non-winning in the RT5 transition replay), the main control unit 10 The state is controlled to "normal", and the sub-control section 20 controls to shift to the general stage.

(special stage)
The special stage is a game state in which the game is executed advantageously for the player, and basically stays at RT5.
As described above, RT5 is a finite RT, which is managed by the number of games in the main control unit 10. For example, "30 games" is set as an initial value.
Therefore, in the special stage, it is possible to stay while the number of games of RT5 remains, and if the number of games of RT5 is consumed and the RT stock is not held, in principle, the stage shifts to the normal stage. On the other hand, when the right (RT stock) for shifting to RT5 is acquired based on the winning of a set rare combination during a special stage, etc., after RT5 is finished (digested), it shifts (returns) to RT5 again. As a result, the length of stay in the special stage is extended, and the game progresses in an advantageous manner for the player.
However, if the player makes a mistake in the push order of the "push order replay" during the special stage, or if the bonus is won during the special stage, the player stays at a place other than RT5.

As shown in FIG. 8, the special stages are roughly divided into "Stage A", "Stage B", "Stage C", "Stage D", "Stage E", and "Special Bonus".
Among these, “Stage C” and “Specialized Bonus” are stages with high expectations for being able to stay in the special stage for a long time, and are gaming states in which the right (RT stock) to shift to RT5 is likely to be granted. .

<Stage A>
Stage A is the first stage to stay after entering the special stage. It consists of two stages, stage A1 and stage A2, and can be stayed until the number of games of RT5 (30 games) is completed. be.
<Stage A1>
At stage A1, "lottery process for addition of number of high-probability RT stock games" is performed.
The “number of games with high RT stock probability” is the number of games during the gaming period in which the probability of obtaining RT stock (winning probability) is high. It is referred to in the "probable game number subtraction stop lottery process" and the "stage C transition lottery process" executed in stage B2. Also, the RT stock high-probability game number is decremented by 1 for each game, and is not decremented during the bonus game.

The number of RT stock high-probability games is determined, for example, between "0 games" and "9 games" when winning a set rare combination or a set difference no bell combination in the internal lottery process.
For example, if "common bell B" is won, "0 game" is selected with a probability of 100%, and if "weak cherry" is won, "0 game" is selected with a probability of 10.2%. It is set so that "5 games" is selected with a probability of 89.8% (see FIG. 13).
Also, the number of RT stock high-probability games is cumulatively added each time it is determined by lottery in each stage, and is erased (reset) when shifting from the special stage to the normal stage.

Further, in stage A1, an “RT stock high-probability game number subtraction stop lottery process” is performed that can stop the subtraction of the RT stock high-probability game number.
Specifically, when the number of RT stock high-probability games is 1 or more, and when a replay combination with no set difference is won in the internal lottery process, it is set to win with a probability of, for example, 20%. (See FIG. 14). If the subtraction stop lottery is won, the subtraction of the RT stock high probability game number is stopped in the current game.
The number of games for which subtraction of the RT stock high-probability game number is stopped is not limited to the current game, and may be two or more games, or the number of games may be determined by lottery.

Further, in stage A1, a “stage B transfer lottery process” is performed.
Specifically, a lottery for transition to stage B is performed when a winning combination with no set difference, "special bell B" or "white 7 replay" is won in the internal lottery process.
In the internal lottery process, if you win the set rare combination or "Special Bell B", the winning probability will be different depending on the type of transition opportunity when moving from the normal stage to the special stage (Stage A). It's becoming
For example, when moving to the special stage via the special stage confirmation stage, if you win "weak cherry", you will win with a probability of 19.22%, and you will win "special bell B" or "watermelon". In this case, it is set so that there is a 100% probability that you will not win (see FIG. 15).
Also, if you move to the special stage via the push order challenge, if you win "weak cherry", you will win with a probability of 40%, and if you win "special bell B", you will win with a probability of 23.14%. It is set to win with a probability of 16.86% when "watermelon" is won (see FIG. 16).
In this way, the probability of winning the stage B is set higher in the case of shifting to the special stage via the pushing order challenge than in the case of shifting to the special stage confirmation stage.

In addition, in the internal lottery process, when "white 7 replay" is won, the probability of winning differs depending on whether or not the number of RT stock high probability games is present.
For example, if the number of RT stock high-probability games is "0", the probability of winning is 1.18%, and if the number of RT stock high-probability games is "1 or more", the probability of winning is 25%. (See FIG. 17).
In this way, the probability of winning the lottery for transition to stage B is set higher when there is the number of RT stock high-probability games than when there is no RT stock high-probability game number.

Then, when the lottery to move to stage B is won, the main control unit 10 gives the RT stock and controls the ball output state from "stage A1" to "stage A2", and the sub control unit 20 Control is performed to shift from stage A1 to stage A2 (arrow i in FIG. 8).
Further, when the number of games of RT5 is completed, if the ball output state is "Stage A2", the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "Stage A2" to "Stage B1". The unit 20 controls the transition from stage A2 to stage B1 (arrow j in FIG. 8).
On the other hand, when the number of games of RT5 is completed, if the state of payout is "Stage A1", the main control unit 10 controls the state of payout of balls from "Stage A1" to "Normal", and the sub control unit 20 performs a "push order challenge" (arrow k in FIG. 8).
Then, when the pushing order is correct in the pushing order challenge, the sub-control unit 20 controls to shift (return) to stage A1 (arrow l in FIG. 8), while the pushing order is incorrect in the pushing order challenge. If the answer is correct, the sub-control section 20 performs control to shift to the general stage (arrow m in FIG. 8).

<Stage B>
Stage B is composed of two stages, stage B1 and stage B2, and it is possible to stay until the number of games of RT5 (30 games) is completed in each stage.
<Stage B1>
At stage B1, a "continuation rate addition lottery process" is performed.
The "continuation rate" is the probability of winning when deciding whether or not to continue stage B (set continuation) by lottery, and is referred to in the "set continuation lottery process" executed in stage D to be described later.
The "continuation rate" can be held, for example, between "0%" and "127%", and is added (added) in each stage (stage B2, stage C1, stage D) including stage B1.
Also, when the "set continuation lottery process" is executed in stage D, if the "continuation rate" is 100% or less, it is erased (reset), and if the "continuation rate" is 101% or more, 100 is carried over as a new continuation rate.
Note that the upper limit of the continuation rate is not limited to "127%" and can be set to any value.

Specifically, when the internal lottery process wins the set rare combination, the set difference no bell combination, or the one-card combination B, the lottery for the continuation rate to be added is performed.
For example, when winning the "strongest cherry", "5%" or "15%" is selected with a probability of 33.33%, "10%" is selected with a probability of 33.34%, and "1 If "B" is won, "1%" is selected with a probability of 100%, and if a winning combination other than these is won, "1%" is selected with a probability of 89.8%. , "2%" is selected with a probability of 7.85%, and "5%" is selected with a probability of 2.35% (see FIG. 18).

Also, the current continuation rate may be recognizably reported to the player. For example, a predetermined accessory provided on the display 8 or the housing 1b may display the current continuation rate in a recognizable manner. Thus, by knowing the current continuation rate, the player can play the game in anticipation of reaching "100%" at which the continuation of stage B is confirmed, thereby increasing the interest in the game. .

Further, in stage B1, similarly to stage A1, "RT stock high-probability game number subtraction stop lottery process" is performed.
Then, in stage B1, when the number of games of RT5 is completed, the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "stage B1" to "stage B2", and the sub-control unit 20 shifts from stage B1 to stage B2. (arrow n in FIG. 8).

<Stage B2>
In stage B2, a "stage C shift lottery process" for shifting to stage C is performed.
In Stage C, it is easier to add (add on) the continuation rate and acquire (add on) RT stock than in Stage B, and in addition, the addition that the continuation rate that can be added and the number of RT stock that can be acquired increases. It is set as a specialized “specialized zone”.
In the "stage C transfer lottery process", the winning probability differs according to the current "specialized zone expectation level", "RT stock high probability game number", and "advantageous section completion game number".

"Specialized zone expectation level" (probability state) is the degree of expectation for transition to the specialized zone, for example, set in four stages (blue level, yellow level, green level, red level). Winning expectations are set based on the relationship of (first probability state)<yellow level (second probability state)<green level (third probability state)<red level (third probability state). That is, it is set to be easier to win in the lottery for transition to stage C if the player wins the "red level" than if the player wins the "blue level".
Further, a predetermined number (for example, six) of specialized zone expectation levels are determined and held (stored) in the determined order. Then, the initially determined (stored) specialized zone expectation level (hereinafter referred to as current level) is referred to in the "stage C shift lottery process".
In addition, as will be described later, the current level disappears when a new specialized zone expectation level is determined, and the next determined (memorized) specialized zone expectation level (hereinafter referred to as the next minute level) is updated as the current minute level (see FIGS. 84(a) and 84(b)).

There are two ways to determine the specialized zone expectation level: "update all" to determine all six, or "update one" to determine one.
"All update" is executed when the stage B2 is entered for the first time after the transition from the normal section to the advantageous section, and newly determines the six specialized zone expectation levels. Then, they are stored in the RAM of the main control unit 10 in the determined order.
Specifically, for the current level that is determined first, for example, the "green level" is selected with a probability of 49.8%, the "red level" is selected with a probability of 50.2%, and the "blue level" is selected with a probability of 50.2%. level" and "yellow level" are set so as not to be selected (see "first time" in FIG. 19).
As for the five specialized zone expectation levels other than the current level, for example, the “blue level” is selected with a probability of 29.8%, the “yellow level” is selected with a probability of 30.2%, and the “yellow level” is selected with a probability of 20%. The setting is such that the "green level" is selected with a probability of 10% and the "red level" is selected with a probability of 20% (see "non-first time" in FIG. 19).
In this way, when entering stage B2 for the first time after moving from a normal section to an advantageous section, it becomes easier for the current level to be selected to have a higher level of expectation than the level of expectation for other specialized zones. there is

"Update one" is executed "(1) when a specific condition is satisfied" or "(2) when transitioning from stage B1 to stage B2", and newly determines one specialized zone expectation level. do.
Specifically, similar to the case of determining the specialized zone expectation level other than the current level in the "all update", it is determined by lottery (see "Other than the first time" in FIG. 19).
In this case, the newly determined specialized zone expectation level is added, the current level is deleted, and the owned specialized zone expectation level is updated.
"(2) When transitioning to stage B2 from other than stage B1" means, for example, when winning a bonus during stage B2 and transitioning (returning) to stage B2 after the bonus ends (arrow z in FIG. 8), This includes when the stage C transitions (returns) to the stage B2 (arrow w in FIG. 8), and when the RT stock is consumed after the end of the stage B2 and the stage B2 is restarted.
The details of "(1) When a specific condition is satisfied" will be described later.
As described above, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment is characterized in that the specialized zone expectation level (current level) referred to in the lottery for transition to stage C is switched based on a predetermined opportunity during stage B2. have.
The details of this feature will be described later.

In addition, the expectation levels of the six specialized zones held are notified to the player in a recognizable manner.
The six specialized zone expectation levels are displayed, for example, on display 8 .
Specifically, they are displayed in the level display areas 60 to 65 in the order in which the specialized zone expectation levels are determined (stored). That is, the current level is displayed in the level display area 60, the next level is displayed in the level display area 61, and the other four specialized zone expectation levels are determined in the level display areas 62 to 65 ( are displayed in the order in which they were stored (see FIG. 84).
In addition, it is designed to emit light in a color that allows each specialized zone expectation level to be recognized. Appears to glow in yellow and green.
As a result, the player can grasp the type of current level referred to in the lottery for transition to stage C, and can also know the degree of expectation.

A lottery for transition to stage C is performed when White 7 Replay is won in the internal lottery process and the number of games played in the advantageous section is "1000 games" or less.
For example, if the "RT stock high-probability game number" is "0" and the current level is "green level", the "advantageous section completed game number" is 0 to 250 games. 45% probability of winning, 3.14% probability of winning during the period of 251-500 games, 1.96% probability of winning during the period of 501-750 games, period of 751-1000 games is set so that the probability of winning is 1.18% (see FIG. 20).
Also, if the "RT stock high probability game number" is "0" and the current level is "red level", the "advantageous section completed game number" is 0 to 250 games, 33.33% winning with a probability of 10.2% during the period of 251-500 games, winning with a probability of 7.54% during the period of 501-750 games, and during the period of 751-1000 games, It is set so that the probability of winning is 5.1% (see FIG. 21).
Also, if the current level is "blue level" or "yellow level", it is set so as not to win (not shown).

In addition, when the "RT stock high-probability game number" is "1" and the current level is "blue level", when the "advantageous section completed game number" is 0 to 250 games, 5. 1% probability of winning, 25.1% probability of winning during the period of 251-500 games, 7.84% probability of winning during the period of 501-750 games, period of 751-1000 games is set so that the probability of winning is 6.27% (see FIG. 22).
Winning probabilities are set based on the relationship of blue level<yellow level<green level<red level (see FIGS. 23 to 25).
In this way, in addition to the difference in the specialized zone expectation level, it is easier to win the stage C transfer lottery if the number of RT stock high-probability games remains.
In addition, it is easier to win the lottery for transition to stage C in the relatively early game after shifting to the advantageous interval (the number of games played in the advantageous interval is small).

If the lottery for transition to stage C is won, a "stage C2 transition lottery process" for further shifting to stage C2 is performed.
A lottery for transition to stage C2 is made according to the current "number of RT5 remaining games", "number of RT stock held" and "number of games completed in the advantageous section".
Specifically, all of the following conditions are met: "The number of RT5 remaining games is 16 games or more", "The number of RT stock is 3 games or less", and "The number of games completed in the advantageous section is 500 games or less". In this case, a lottery for transition to stage C2 is performed.

For example, in the period of 0 to 100 games, the winning period is 20%. , set to win with a probability of 1.18%, in the period of 301-400 games, with a probability of 1.18%, and in the period of 401-500 games, with a probability of 1.18%. (see FIG. 26).
That is, a game relatively early after transitioning to the advantageous interval (the number of games played in the advantageous interval is small) is more likely to win the lottery for transition to stage C2.
In addition, when the lottery for transition to stage C2 is not won, the stage shifts to stage C1 (see FIG. 26). Furthermore, even if the above conditions are not satisfied, the process proceeds to stage C1.

When the lottery to move to stage C2 is won, the main control unit 10 gives the RT stock and controls the ball output state from "stage B2" to "stage C2", and the sub-control unit 20 moves to stage B2. to stage C2 (arrow v in FIG. 8).
Further, when the lottery to move to stage C2 is not won, the main control unit 10 gives the RT stock and controls the ball output state from "stage B2" to "stage C1", and the sub control unit 20 controls the transition from stage B2 to stage C1 (arrow v in FIG. 8).

In addition, when the lottery for shifting to stage C is won, even if the number of games (30 games) of RT5 has not been completed in stage B2, the transition to stage C1 or stage C2 is made.
Then, the number of remaining games of RT5 in stage B2 is taken over as the number of starting games of stage C1 or stage C2.

On the other hand, in stage B2, when the number of games of RT5 has been played, if the lottery for transition to stage C is not won, the main control unit 10 changes the state of ball output from "stage B2" to "stage D". The sub-control section 20 performs control so as to shift from stage B2 to stage D (arrow o in FIG. 8).

<Stage C>
Stage C consists of stage C1 where the continuation rate is likely to be added (added) and stage C2 where RT stock is likely to be acquired (added) with a high probability. 30 games) can be stayed for a period of time.
To enter stage C, a lottery for transition to stage C is won in stage B2, and furthermore, the stage shifts to stage C1 or stage C2 according to the result of the lottery for transition to stage C2.
Further, as described above, the number of games to be started in stage C1 or stage C2 is inherited from the number of remaining games in stage B2. Therefore, the earlier the lottery for transition to stage C is won in the number of games in stage B2, the more games remain in RT5, and the longer the player stays in stage C. Therefore, the number of lotteries for addition of the continuation rate and the number of lotteries for obtaining the RT stock also increases, which is advantageous to the player.
After the end of stage C (after the number of remaining games in RT5 is completed), the stage shifts (returns) to stage B2 (arrow w in FIG. 8).

At stage C1, a "retention rate addition lottery process" is performed.
More specifically, when the internal lottery process wins the set rare combination, the set difference no bell combination, or the one-card combination B, a continuous rate addition lottery is performed.
For example, when winning the "strongest cherry", "15%" is selected with a probability of 100%, and when winning "1 piece role B", "2%" is selected with a probability of 49.8%. is selected, "5%" is selected with a probability of 50.2%, and "common bell B" is selected, "2%" is selected with a probability of 49.8%, and "1 piece role If "B" is won, "5%" is selected with a probability of 50.2% (see FIG. 27).
The continuation rate addition lottery executed in stage C1 has a higher winning probability in stage C1 than the continuation rate addition lottery executed in stage B1 when the same winning combination is won, Furthermore, the privilege when winning is set to be advantageous.
For example, when "common bell B" is the winning combination, the probability of winning is higher in stage C1 than in stage B1, and the continuation rate to be added is set higher.

At stage C2, "RT stock lottery processing" is performed.
Specifically, in the internal lottery process, when the player wins the set no-difference rare combination, the set difference-free bell combination, the one-card combination B, the set difference-free replay combination, or "white 7 replay", a lottery for acquiring the RT stock is performed. will be During stage C2, RT stock can be obtained with a probability of about 1/5.
For example, if "common bell B" is won, "one" is selected with a probability of 10.2%, and if "watermelon" or "weak cherry" is won, there is a 50.2% probability. 5. If "one" is selected and "strongest cherry" is won, "one" is selected with a probability of 80%, and "two" is selected with a probability of 14.9%. It is set so that "3" is selected with a probability of 1%, and "1" is selected with a probability of 100% when "White 7 Replay" is won (see FIG. 28).

<Stage D>
Stage D is a transition stage from stage B2, and after entering stage D, it is possible to stay until the combination of symbols corresponding to "RT5 transition replay" stops. That is, it stays until it shifts to RT5 again.
In stage D, a "set continuation lottery process" is performed to determine whether or not to continue stage B by lottery.
Specifically, except for the exceptions described later, a lottery will be held only once during the stay in Stage D based on the current continuation rate, and if the current continuation rate is 100% or more, the winning will be confirmed. However, in the case of 99% or less, the success or failure of winning is determined by lottery based on the continuation rate.
When the current continuation rate is 100% or less, the continuation rate is reset, and when it is 101% or more, the amount exceeding 100% is carried over.

As an exception, the "set continuation lottery process" is not performed when the number of games played in the advantageous section is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (for example, 1470 games).
This means that even if you win the set continuation lottery and return to stage B just before the limiter of the advantageous section is reached, the limiter of the advantageous section will be reached within 30 games after moving to stage B, and stage B will be forced to return. This is because there is a possibility that the game will end and the player will feel a sense of loss. Therefore, immediately before the limiter of the advantageous section is reached, the set continuation lottery is not performed, and the ball output state is controlled from "Stage D" to "Normal".

Then, when the set continuation lottery is won, the main control unit 10 controls the state of ball output from "stage D" to "stage B1", and the sub control unit 20 shifts from stage D to stage B1. control (arrow p in FIG. 8).
Further, when the set continuation lottery is not won, the main control part 10 controls the ball output state from "stage D" to "stage E1", and the sub-control part 20 shifts from stage D to stage E1. (arrow q in FIG. 8).

<Stage E>
Stage E is a transition stage from stage D, consists of two stages, stage E1 and stage E2, and can be stayed until the number of games of RT5 (30 games) is completed.
At stage E1, a lottery for transition to stage B is performed.
That is, stage E is set as a "return zone" that allows a return (retraction) to stage B again even if stage B is determined to be "non-continuing" in the set continuation lottery in stage D. It is

Specifically, when the internal lottery process wins the set rare combination or "special bell B", a lottery for transition to stage B is performed.
For example, if "Special Bell B" is won, the probability of winning is 1.18%. If it does, it is set to win with a probability of 0.39% (see FIG. 29).

In addition, in the internal lottery process, when "white 7 replay" is won, an acquisition lottery for RT stock is performed, and the winning probability varies according to the current number of RT stock high-probability games.
For example, if the number of RT stock high-probability games is "0", the probability of winning is 0.39%, and if the number of RT stock high-probability games is "1 or more", the probability is 7.45%. It is set to win (see FIG. 30).
In this way, the probability of winning stage B in stage E1 is set lower than the probability of winning stage B in stage A1, but it is possible to return to stage B (pull back).

Then, when the lottery to move to stage B is won in stage E1, the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "stage E1" to "stage E2", and the sub-control unit 20 changes from stage E1 to stage It is controlled to shift to E2 (arrow r in FIG. 8).
In stage E, when the number of games of RT5 is completed, if the ball output state is "stage E2", the main control unit 10 gives the RT stock and changes the ball output state from "stage E2" to " Stage B1", and the sub-control section 20 controls to shift from stage E2 to stage B1 (arrow s in FIG. 8).

In addition, when the number of games of RT5 is completed, if the state of payout is "stage E1", the main control unit 10 controls the state of payout of balls from "stage E1" to "normal", and the sub control unit 20 executes the "Push Order Challenge" (arrow t in FIG. 8).
If the pushing order is correct in the pushing order challenge, the sub-control unit 20 controls to shift (return) to stage E1 (arrow u in FIG. 8), and if the pushing order is incorrect in the pushing order challenge. , the sub-controller 20 controls to shift to the general stage (arrow m in FIG. 8).

<Specialized Bonus>
A special bonus is a stage that shifts to a special bonus when winning a lottery for transition to a special bonus in stage B or stage C, and consists of special bonus 1, special bonus 2, and special bonus 3. .
A specialization bonus is a form of bonus that ends when more than 79 medals are paid out.

Specifically, if you win the chance BB in the internal lottery process and the number of games played in the advantageous section is "500 games" or less while staying in stage B or stage C, a lottery for transition to a special bonus is done.
In the special bonus transition lottery, the number of games played in the advantageous zone (0 to 500 games) is divided into a plurality of game periods in units of a predetermined number of games (100 games), and the winning probability differs for each game period. It's becoming
For example, if the number of games played in the advantageous section is 0 to 100 games and 101 to 200 games, the probability of winning is 100%. It is set so that the probability of winning is 50.2% in the period of ~400 games, and the probability of winning is 25.1% in the period of 401 to 500 games (see FIG. 34).
That is, a game relatively early after transitioning to the advantageous interval (the number of games played in the advantageous interval is small) is more likely to win the transition lottery to the special bonus.

When a lottery for transition to a special bonus is won, the special bonus to which the player is to be transferred is determined in accordance with the state of the ball output at the time of winning.
For example, if the state of the ball at the time of winning is "Stage B1" or "Stage B2", the special bonus 1 right is granted, and if the state of the ball is "Stage C1", the special bonus 2 is granted. , and when the ball-out state is "Stage C2", the special bonus 3 right is granted.
Then, when the chance BB is won, the main control unit 10 changes the ball output state from "stage B1" or "stage B2" to "special bonus 1" and from "stage C1" to "special bonus 2". , from "Stage C2" to "Specialized Bonus 3".
Further, the sub-control unit 20 performs control so that each stage (stage B or stage C) is shifted to specialized bonuses 1 to 3 (arrow x in FIG. 8).
Further, after the completion of special bonuses 1 to 3, the sub-control unit 20 performs control so as to shift to the stage in which the player was staying when the special bonus was won (arrow y in FIG. 8).

In the specialized bonus 1 and the specialized bonus 2, "continuation rate addition lottery processing" is performed.
That is, in the special bonus 1 and the special bonus 2, the continuation rate addition (addition) lottery is performed while the bonus game is executed.
Specifically, when a "common bell" or an increasing combination (not shown in FIG. 5) is won in the internal lottery process, a continuation rate addition lottery is performed.
The increasing combination is a winning combination that is won only during the big bonus, and 10 medals are paid out by stopping the combination of symbols. There is a case where the symbol combination of "bell, bell, bell" stops on the lower line, and the symbol combination of "white 7, white 7, white 7" stops on the middle line.
Hereinafter, an increasing combination that can be stopped by aligning white 7 symbols on the middle line is referred to as "middle stage white 7 matching combination".

For example, in the special bonus 1, if you win the "common bell", "2%" is selected with a probability of 100%, and if you win the "middle white 7 matching role", 37.25% "3%" is selected with a probability of , "5%" is selected with a probability of 50.2%, "10%" is selected with a probability of 10.2%, and "15 %” is selected (see FIG. 39).
In the special bonus 2, for example, if the "common bell" is won, "5%" is selected with a probability of 100%, and if the "middle stage white 7 matching role" is won, the probability is 60%. It is set so that "5%" is selected with a probability, "10%" is selected with a probability of 29.8%, and "15%" is selected with a probability of 10.2% (see FIG. 40). ).
That is, the special bonus 2 is set so that the continuation rate to be added is higher than the special bonus 1, and the winning of the "middle white 7 matching role" is more than the winning of the "common bell" It is set so that the continuation rate to be added increases in the case of

In the special bonus 3, "RT stock lottery processing" is performed.
Specifically, when winning the "middle white 7 combination" in the internal lottery process, a lottery for acquiring the RT stock is performed.
For example, when winning the "middle white 7 matching role", "1" is selected with a probability of 89.8%, "2" is selected with a probability of 9.02%, and the probability is 1.18%. is set to select "3" (see FIG. 41).
In other words, in the special bonus 3, the RT stock is acquired (added) as the "middle white 7 matching role" is won.
In addition, in the special bonus 3, every game, at the timing when the start lever 3 is operated, an effect prompting to stop the combination of symbols corresponding to the "middle white 7 match" (for example, "Aim for white 7! !”) is performed.

<Bonus>
A bonus is a game state advantageous to a player who can expect an increase in game media, enters (wins) by stopping the combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus combination, and ends when a predetermined payout number is exceeded.
As described above, bonuses include big bonuses (blue BB, red BB, chance BB, blue unique BB, red unique BB) and regular bonuses (high net increase RB, low net increase RB).

When blue BB, red BB, and chance BB are won, a lottery for transition to stage B is performed according to the state of the ball output at the time of winning.
Specifically, when the ball output state at the time of winning is "normal", "high probability preparation" or "high probability", a lottery for transition to stage B is performed.
For example, when the state of the ball being released at the time of winning is "high probability", the blue BB wins with a probability of 50.2%, the red BB wins with a probability of 33.33%, and the chance BB wins with a probability of 5.1. It is set to win with a probability of % (see FIG. 31).

In addition, when the state of ball output at the time of winning is "normal" or "high-probability preparation", the winning probability differs according to the current number of high-probability preparation games.
For example, when the number of high-precision preparation games is 4 games or more remaining, the blue BB wins with a probability of 50.2%, the red BB wins with a probability of 33.33%, and the chance BB wins with a probability of 5.1. It is set to win with a probability of % (see FIG. 32).
If the number of high-precision preparation games is less than 3 games remaining, the probability of winning in blue BB is 3.14%, the probability of winning in red BB is 1.18%, and the probability of winning in chance BB is 1.18%. It is set so as to win with probability (see FIG. 33).
In this manner, the higher the number of remaining games in the number of high-probability preparation games, the easier it is to win the lottery for transition to stage B.

<Blue BB, Red BB>
The blue BB wins in duplicate at a predetermined rate when it wins alone or wins a rare combination with no set difference, and ends when more than 349 medals are paid out.
Red BB wins in duplicate at a predetermined rate when it wins alone or wins a set rare combination, and ends when more than 279 medals are paid out.
The blue BB and the red BB may be elected alone or may be elected in duplicate.
In blue BB and red BB, "common bell" and "middle white 7 matching role" are won. The "middle white 7 combination" is set to be won, for example, at 1/10 in blue BB, and at 1/20, for example, in red BB.

During the blue BB and red BB, a lottery to move to stage A, a lottery to move to stage B, or an acquisition lottery for RT stock will be held.
For example, in the lottery for transition to stage A, it is set so that the lottery for transition to stage A is won with a probability of 33.33%, triggered by the winning of "Middle White 7" (see FIG. 35).
In addition, in the lottery for transition to stage B, it is set so that the lottery for transition to stage B is won with a probability of 20% when the winning of "Middle White 7" is selected (see FIG. 36).
In addition, in the RT stock acquisition lottery, when the “medium white 7 matching role” is won, “1” will be selected with a probability of 18.43%, and “2” will be selected with a probability of 1.18%. are set so that "three" are selected with a probability of 0.39% (see FIG. 38).
That is, Blue BB has a higher winning probability of "Middle White 7 matching role" than Red BB, so Blue BB is more likely to win the lottery to move to Stage A or Stage B than Red BB, and RT stock is given. It is in a state where it is easy to be
Also, during the blue BB and during the red BB, a lottery for addition of the continuation rate is performed every game.
For example, ``1%'' is selected with a probability of 5.1%, ``2%'' is selected with a probability of 3.14%, and ``5%'' is selected with a probability of 1.96%. (See FIG. 37).

<Chance BB>
Chance BB ends when a player wins alone or wins a combination with no set difference at a predetermined rate, and when more than 79 medals are paid out.
In addition, the chance BB may be set so that only one prize is won, or only two prizes are won.
As described above, when the player wins the chance BB when the ball output state is "Stage B1", "Stage B2", "Stage C1" or "Stage C2", a lottery for transition to a special bonus is performed. When the transfer lottery is won, a specialized bonus, which is one form of the transfer destination chance BB, is executed. During the special bonus (chance BB), there are cases where the "retention rate addition lottery process" and the "RT stock lottery process" are executed.

<Unique Blue BB, Unique Red BB>
The unique blue BB is won in duplicate at a predetermined ratio in the case of winning a set rare combination, and ends when more than 287 medals are paid out.
Red unique BB wins multiple times at a predetermined ratio in the case of winning a set rare combination, and ends when more than 161 medals are paid out.
In addition, the unique blue BB and the unique red BB may be elected alone, or may be elected together with the unique election.
Blue unique BB and red unique BB (hereinafter collectively referred to as unique BB) are JAC in-type bonuses, and are composed of BB general state (first state) and RB state (second state) during play. there is
The RB state is a gaming state in which high net increase RB (special second state) or low net increase RB (specific second state) (hereinafter, high net increase RB and low net increase RB are collectively referred to as RB).
The BB general state is a game state other than the RB state, and RB can win.

Also, during the different color BB, the RB can be won a specified number of times.
For example, the unique blue BB allows RB to win 6 times, and the unique red BB allows RB to win 3 times. Also, after the final (third or sixth) RB is digested, the state before the end of the BB (BB general state) is entered.
That is, except for the exceptions described later, the unique BB alternately repeats the BB general state and the RB state after winning the bonus, and when the RB is consumed the specified number of times 3 or 6 times, it will be in the state before the BB ends. When the BB end condition (for example, reaching the upper limit payout number) is met, the game ends (see FIG. 85).

The high net increase RB ends when the number of bets is 1, 14 are paid out, and 3 wins or 3 games are played.
The low net increase RB ends when the number of bets is 3, 7 are paid out, and 6 wins or 6 games are played.
That is, although both RBs pay out 42 cards, the number of high net increase RBs acquired per game is 13, while the number of acquisitions of low net increase RBs is 4. is a game in which it is advantageous for the player to win a high net increase RB.
During the high net increase RB and the low net increase RB, a lottery for the next winning RB (hereinafter referred to as the next RB) is performed.
Then, when the next RB is won, an effect for notifying the next RB win is performed based on the effect pattern in the RB being executed (hereinafter referred to as the current RB).
Details of the effect pattern will be described later.

The BB general state continues until the next RB win, during which a standby screen indicating the standby state is displayed.
The standby screens to be displayed include a normal standby screen, a special standby screen, and a standby screen before the end of the BB. These standby screens are determined at the end of the RB before transitioning to the BB general state and displayed at the start of the BB general state.
For example, at the end of the RB, "when the next RB is not won (see (3, 6) in FIG. 86)", "when the low net increase RB is won in the next RB ((1, 4) in FIG. 86 (see (5) in FIG. 86)", and "when a high net increase RB is won as the next RB and the current RB is a low net increase RB (see (5) in FIG. 86)", the normal standby screen is determined.
Also, at the end of the RB, "when a high net increase RB is won as the next RB and the current RB is a high net increase RB (see (2) in FIG. 86)", a special standby screen is determined.
Also, at the end of RB, the standby screen before the end of BB is determined "when RB is the last round".
In this way, the standby screen displayed at the start of the BB general state is different depending on the game situation during the different color BB.

In addition, each standby screen displays RB winning history information indicating the winning history of RBs in unique BBs.
For example, in the RB winning history information, a red icon is displayed when a high net increase RB is won, a green icon is displayed when a low net increase RB is won, and a green icon is displayed when a low net increase RB is not won. A white icon is displayed.
Also, during the BB general state, if the internal bonus state (during carryover) is not set, the lottery for the next RB is performed in the same manner as during the RB.

In addition, in the BB general state, in a situation where RB can win a prize, a stop prompting effect is executed to prompt a stop operation to the stop button 5 .
The stop prompting effects to be executed include a normal stop prompting effect (second notification), a special stop prompting effect (first notification), and a stop prompting effect before the end of BB (first notification).
The normal stop prompt effect is executed when the normal standby screen is displayed, and at the timing when the start lever 3 is operated, the entire screen of the display 8 is pressed, for example, "Aim for 7!" An effect of displaying an image prompting the operation and an image prompting the pressing order operation by forward pressing is executed (see FIG. 87(a)).
Then, when the eye-pushing operation succeeds, if the high net increase RB is won, the game stops in a state in which the 7 symbols appear to be V-shaped (first special display result), and the low net increase RB is won. In this case, the game is stopped in a state (second special display result) in which the seven symbols do not appear to be V-shaped.

The special stop prompt effect is executed when the special standby screen is displayed, and at the timing when the start lever 3 is operated, at the lower right of the screen of the display 8, for example, "reverse press!" is executed (see FIG. 87(b)).
When operated according to the special stop demanding effect, the replay symbols are aligned on the lower line and stopped, and RB is won.

The pre-BB end stop prompt effect is executed when the pre-BB end standby screen is displayed, and at the timing when the start lever 3 is operated, for example, "Aim for 7!" 87(c)).
Then, when the eye-pressing operation succeeds, the pre-BB end RB effect is executed. At this time, the rush effect indicating the start of the high net increase RB or the low net increase RB is not performed, and the standby screen before the end of the BB is continuously displayed.
In this way, the stop prompting effect to be executed when the RB wins is different depending on the standby screen displayed in the BB normal state.

During the RB, when the lottery for the next RB is won, an announcement pattern is determined for announcing the result of the winning in the RB being executed.
Specifically, when a high net increase RB is won as the next RB during a high net increase RB, it is determined "at what game" and "with what operation timing" of the RB being executed. Also, in this case, it is determined based on the game setting values set in the slot machine 1 .
For example, if "start lever operation" can be selected as the notification timing for the first game, and the game setting value is set to "1", it is selected with a probability of 41.76%, and the game setting value is set to "2", it is selected with a probability of 42.25%, and when the game set value is set to "3", it is selected with a probability of 37.43%. When the set value is set to "4", it is set to be selected with a probability of 38.36% (see FIG. 48).

In addition, when the notification timing of the second game can be selected as "when the start lever is operated" and the game setting value is set to "1", it is selected with a probability of 53.80%, and the game setting value is set to "2", it is selected with a probability of 54.85%, and when the game setting value is set to "3", it is selected with a probability of 44.85%. When the set value is set to "4", it is set to be selected with a probability of 46.65% (see FIG. 49).

In addition, as the notification timing of the third game, it is possible to select "when the start lever is operated" or "when the third reel is stopped", and when the game setting value is set to "1", 57.49% ``When the start lever is operated'' is selected with a probability of 20. ``When the third reel is stopped'' is selected with a probability of 10%, and the game set value is set to ``4''. It is set so that "when the start lever is operated" is selected with a probability of 83%, and "when the third reel is stopped" is selected with a probability of 37.50% (see FIG. 50).

In this way, there is a case where "when the third reel is stopped" is selected only in the third game of RB, so the player should play with anticipation until "when the third reel is stopped" in the third game. , and when the winning result is announced at the time of the third reel stop operation, it is possible to recognize that the high net increase RB will continue.
Similarly, even when "no effect" is selected for the 3rd game of RB, the possibility of high setting is high, so the player can play until the 3rd game with anticipation.

It should be noted that, if it is decided to announce in a plurality of games out of the 1st to 3rd games, it is preferable to announce in only one of the games.
Also, in the above description, when the high net increase RB is won, all three games are determined by lottery, but the lottery may be performed for each game without being limited to this. In this case, the process may be continued until something other than "no effect" is determined.

Further, when the next RB is won during the low net increase RB, the notification pattern for notifying the result of the winning by the RB being executed is determined. In this case, it is determined based on the type of the next winning RB and the number of remaining games of the RB being executed at the time of winning.
For example, when a low net increase RB is won as the next RB, if the effect mode of the RB being executed is "mode 1", "no effect", "when the first reel is stopped", "when the second reel is stopped""Until the third reel stops (mode UP1)" is set to be selected based on the number of remaining games of the RB (see FIG. 51).
Here, the production mode represents the state of the expectation level production executed during the low net increase RB, for example, it is set in three stages, based on the relationship of mode 1 < mode 2 < mode 3, the next RB It is set so that the expectation that a high net increase RB is elected is high.

Also, when the low net increase RB is won as the next RB, if the effect mode of the RB being executed is "mode 2", "no effect", "when the first reel is stopped" or "when the second reel is stopped" "until" is set to be selected based on the number of remaining games of RB (see FIG. 52).

Also, when the high net increase RB is won as the next RB, if the effect mode of the RB being executed is "mode 1", "no effect", "when the first reel is stopped", "when the second reel is stopped""Until the 3rd reel stops (mode UP1)" is set to be selected based on the number of remaining games of the RB (see FIG. 53).
Also, when the high net increase RB is won as the next RB, if the effect mode of the RB being executed is "mode 2", "no effect", "when the first reel is stopped", "when the second reel is stopped""Until 3rd reel stops (mode UP2)" is set to be selected based on the number of remaining games of RB (see FIG. 54).
In this way, the expectation effect is performed until the third reel of the RB being executed is stopped, and when the effect mode changes to "mode 3" (mode UP), the high net increase RB is won as the next RB. Since it is determined, the player can play the game with anticipation, and can increase the interest in the game.

As described above, the pre-BB end state enters after the specified number of RBs are consumed, and ends when the end condition of the unique BB (for example, reaching the upper limit payout number) is satisfied.
In addition, after entering the pre-BB end state, a pre-BB end standby screen is displayed, and if RB is won during the pre-BB end state, a "pre-BB end stop prompting effect" is performed, and RB can win a prize. It's becoming
As an exception, even if the specified number of RBs has not been consumed, the state before the end of the BB may be entered.
Specifically, when the payout number reaches a predetermined number in the BB general state, the BB pre-end state is entered.
More specifically, during the game in the BB general state, if the remaining number of payouts until the end condition of the different color BB is satisfied (reaches the upper limit number of payouts) is already 41 or less, then before the end of the BB enter the state. That is, when the number of remaining payouts is less than the number of payouts (42) paid out during one RB, the state before the end of the BB is entered.
For example, when the remaining number of payouts is 41 or less, that is, when the number of payouts exceeds 120 during a game in the BB normal state in the unique red BB, the state before the end of the BB is entered.

Also, the unique BB may end without entering the pre-BB end state.
Specifically, when an RB wins, if it is determined that the end condition of the different color BB is met during execution of the RB, the different color BB ends when the RB ends.
In this case, the normal stop prompting effect is executed as the stop prompting effect when winning the RB. For example, when the RB wins in the unique red BB, if the remaining number of payouts is already 41 or less, that is, if the number of payouts exceeds 120, the normal stop demanding effect is executed, and after the RB wins, With the end of RB, the different color BB ends (shifts to the end screen).
In addition, in the BB general state where the normal standby screen is displayed, if the termination condition of the unique BB is satisfied (the upper limit payout number is reached) without winning the RB, the state before the BB end is not entered. , the different color BB ends.

Next, various processes according to each ball output state performed by the main control unit 10 will be described.
Each of the following processes is a flowchart of a program that can be executed by the main control unit 10. These programs and data are stored in a storage means such as a ROM provided in the main control unit 10, and this program is executed. Characteristic operations are realized by the CPU provided in the main control unit 10 executing while referring to the data.

[Normal control process]
FIG. 55 is a flow chart showing "normal control processing" performed by the main control unit 10. As shown in FIG.
"Normal control process" is executed when the ball output state is "normal".
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a lottery condition for shifting to the high probability preparation stage has been established (S1).
Specifically, in the internal lottery process, it is determined whether or not the player wins the set rare combination or wins with a probability of 1/2 in the case of winning the set difference no bell combination.
When it is determined that the condition is established (S1: Yes), a high-probability preparation game number lottery table (FIG. 9) is referred to, and a lottery for the number of high-probability preparation games is performed (S2).
The number of high-probability preparation games determined by lottery is added to the "high-probability preparation game number counter" stored in the RAM of the main control unit 10 and stored (S3). Further, a high-probability preparation game number command including the determined high-probability preparation game number is transmitted to the sub-controller 20 (S4).
Next, the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "normal" to "high probability preparation" (S5), and ends the process.

On the other hand, when it is determined in S1 that the condition is not established (S1: No), it is determined whether or not the current RT state is RT5 (S6).
If it is determined that it is not RT5 (S6: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that it is RT5 (S6: Yes), whether the lottery condition for transition to the special stage (stage A) is established. It is determined whether or not (S7).
Specifically, in the internal lottery process, it is determined whether or not the player wins the no-set-difference replay combination (RT5 shift replay or special replay; the same shall apply hereinafter).
When it is determined that the condition is established (S7: Yes), a lottery for transition to stage A is performed (S8). In this case, if the player wins the no-replay combination, the player wins with a winning probability of 100%.
Note that this is not the only option, and if a no set difference rare combination is won in the internal lottery process, a stage A lottery table (FIG. 12) may be referenced to perform a stage A transition lottery.
Next, when the lottery for transition to the special stage is won (S8: Yes), the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state to "Stage A1" (S10), and ends the process.
Such processing of S6 to S10 is executed, for example, when a transition to a special stage (stage A) is performed in the normal stage by correcting the pressing order in the pressing order challenge.

[High accuracy preparation control process]
FIG. 56 is a flow chart showing the "precision preparation control process" performed by the main control unit 10. As shown in FIG.
"High-probability preparation control processing" is executed when the ball output state is "high-probability preparation".
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not the lottery condition for shifting to the high-probability stage is established (S11).
Specifically, in the internal lottery process, it is determined whether or not the player wins the set rare combination or the set difference no bell combination.
When it is determined that the condition is established (S11: Yes), it is determined whether or not the current RT state is RT3 (S12).
If it is determined to be RT3 (S12: Yes), it is determined whether or not the number of remaining games in RT3 is a predetermined number (for example, 36 games) or less (S13).
When it is determined that the number of remaining games in RT3 is equal to or less than a predetermined number (for example, 36 games) (S13: Yes), the high probability stage lottery table (RT3) (FIG. 10) is referred to and the high probability stage is entered. A transfer lottery is performed (S14). On the other hand, if it is determined that it is not RT3 (RT4) (S12: No), a high-probability stage lottery table (other than RT3) (FIG. 11) is referred to and a lottery for transition to a high-probability stage is performed (S14 ).
Next, when the lottery for transition to the high-probability stage is won (S15: Yes), the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "high-probability preparation" to "high-probability" (S16).

On the other hand, if it is determined in S11 that the conditions are not established (S11: No), the same processes as S6 to S10 of the above-described "normal control process" are executed (S17 to S21).
Then, it is determined whether or not the number of high-probability preparation games has been played (S22), and when it is determined that the number of high-probability preparation games has been played (S22: Yes), the main control unit 10 puts out balls. is controlled from "high probability preparation" to "normal" (S23).

[High precision control processing]
FIG. 57 is a flow chart showing the "precision control process" performed by the main control unit 10. As shown in FIG.
The "high probability control process" is executed when the ball output state is "high probability".
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not the lottery condition for shifting to the special stage (stage A) is established (S31).
Specifically, if the RT state is RT5, it is determined whether or not a replay combination with no set difference is won in the internal lottery process, and if the RT state is other than RT5, the internal lottery process has no set difference. It is determined whether or not a rare combination or a setting difference no bell combination is won.
If it is determined that the condition is established (S31: Yes), and if the RT state is other than RT5, the stage A lottery table (FIG. 12) is referred to and a lottery for transition to stage A is performed. If the RT state is RT5, the lottery for the transition to stage A is won with a 100% winning probability (S32).
Next, it is determined whether or not the lottery to move to stage A has been won (S33), and if the lottery to move to stage A has been won (S33: Yes), the main control unit 10 changes the ball output state to " Control is performed from "High Accuracy" to "Stage A1" (S34).

[Stage A control process]
FIG. 58 is a flow chart showing "stage A control processing" performed by the main control unit 10. As shown in FIG.
The "stage A control process" is executed when the ball output state is "stage A1" or "stage A2".
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not the conditions for executing the "stage B transition lottery process" are satisfied (S41).
Specifically, in the internal lottery process, it is determined whether or not the player wins the set rare combination "special bell B" or "white 7 replay".
If it is determined that the condition is met (S41: Yes), referring to the stage B lottery table (Figs. 15 and 16) , a lottery for transition to stage B is performed (S42).
In addition, when it is determined that the conditions have been met (S41: Yes), the RT stock lottery table (Fig. 17) is referred to, and the transition to stage B is made with the winning of "White 7 Replay". A lottery is conducted (S42).
If the lottery in S42 is won, an effect (for example, "Aim for White 7!") prompting to stop the combination of symbols corresponding to "White 7 Replay" is executed. In the case of non-winning, a predetermined pressing order is notified to avoid stopping the combination of symbols (white 7 aligned) corresponding to "white 7 replay".
Then, when the lottery for transition to stage B is won (S43: Yes), the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "stage A1" to "stage A2" (S44).

Next, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not the conditions for executing the "RT stock high-probability game number addition lottery process" are established (S45).
Specifically, it is determined whether or not the player wins the set rare combination or the set difference no bell combination in the internal lottery process.
If it is determined that the condition is satisfied (S45: Yes), the RT stock high-probability game number lottery table (FIG. 13) is referred to, and an addition lottery for the RT stock high-probability game number is performed (S46). . Then, the RT stock high-probability game number determined by the lottery is added to the RT stock high-probability game number stored in the RAM of the main control unit 10 and stored (S47).

Next, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not the conditions for executing the "RT stock high-probability game number subtraction stop lottery process" are established (S48).
Specifically, it is determined whether or not the player wins the no replay combination in the internal lottery process.
If it is determined that the condition is established (S48: Yes), the RT stock high-probability game number subtraction stop lottery table (FIG. 14) is referred to, and the RT stock high-probability game number subtraction stop lottery is performed. (S49).
When the RT stock high-probability game number subtraction stop lottery is won (S49: Yes), the main control unit 10 stops subtraction of the RT stock high-probability game number in the current game (S51).

Next, it is determined whether or not the number of games of RT5 has been completed (S52).
If it is determined that the number of RT5 games has not been played (S52: No), the process is terminated. It is determined whether or not it is stage A2 (S53).
When it is determined that the ball-distributed state is "Stage A2" (S53: Yes), the main control unit 10 controls the ball-distributed state from "Stage A2" to "Stage B1" (S54).
On the other hand, when it is determined that the ball output state is not "stage A2" (is "stage A1") (S53: No), the main control unit 10 changes the ball output state from "stage A2" to "normal". (S55).

[Stage B1 control process]
FIG. 59 is a flow chart showing the “stage B1 control process” performed by the main control unit 10. As shown in FIG.
The "stage B1 control process" is executed when the ball output state is "stage B1".
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not the conditions for executing the continuation rate addition lottery are established (S61). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the winning combination of no rare combination, no bell combination, or 1-card combination B is won in the internal lottery process.
If it is determined that the condition is satisfied (S61: Yes), the continuation rate lottery table (FIG. 18) is referred to and the continuation rate lottery is performed (S62).
Then, the continuation rate determined by this lottery is added to the continuation rate stored in the RAM of the main control unit 10 and stored (S63).

Next, the main control unit 10 performs a subtraction stop lottery for the number of RT stock high-probability games (S64-S67) in the same manner as S48-S51 in the above-described "Stage A control process".
Then, it is determined whether or not the number of games of RT5 has been played (S68), and when it is determined that the number of games of RT5 has been played (S68: Yes), the main control unit 10 changes the state of the balls to " Control is performed from "Stage B1" to "Stage B2" (S69).

[Stage B2 control process]
60 and 61 are flowcharts showing the "stage B2 control process" performed by the main control unit 10. FIG.
The "stage B2 control process" is executed when the ball output state is "stage B2".
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not the condition for executing the "all update" of the specialized zone expectation level is satisfied (S71). Specifically, it is determined whether or not stage B2 has entered for the first time after the transition from the normal section to the advantageous section.
If it is determined that the condition is satisfied (S71: Yes), the specialization zone expectation level lottery table (FIG. 19) is referred to, and all six specialization zone expectation levels are determined by lottery. (S72).
If it is determined that the condition is not satisfied (S71: No), it is determined whether or not the condition for executing "update by one" of the specialized zone expectation level is satisfied (S73). . Specifically, it is determined (1) whether or not a specific condition has been established, or (2) whether or not the stage has transitioned to stage B2 from a stage other than stage B1.

If it is determined that the condition is satisfied (S73: Yes), the specialized zone expectation level lottery table (FIG. 19) is referred to, and one specialized zone expectation level is determined by lottery ( S74).
If it is determined that the condition is not satisfied (S73: No), it is determined whether or not the condition for executing the "stage C shift lottery process" is satisfied (S75).

If it is determined that the condition is not established (S75: No), the process proceeds to S85. On the other hand, if it is determined that the condition is established (S75: Yes), the specialized zone lottery table is entered. (FIGS. 20 to 25), a lottery for transition to stage C is performed (S76).
It is determined whether or not the lottery for transition to stage C has been won (S77). If it is determined that the lottery has not been won (S77: No), the process proceeds to S85. (S77: Yes), one RT stock is given (S78).

Next, it is determined whether or not the conditions for executing the "stage C2 transition lottery process" are established (S79). Specifically, whether or not the "advantageous section completed games" is 500 games or less, the "remaining number of RT5 games" is 16 games or more, and the "RT stock number" is 3 games or less. determine whether
If it is determined that the condition is not satisfied (S79: No), the process proceeds to S83, and if it is determined that the condition is satisfied (S79: Yes), the stage C2 lottery table ( 26), a lottery for transition to stage C2 is performed (S80).
It is determined whether or not the lottery for transition to stage C2 has been won (S81). If it is determined that the lottery has not been won (S81: No), the process proceeds to S83. (S81: Yes), the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "Stage B2" to "Stage C2" (S82).

Then, it is determined whether or not the number of games of RT5 has been played (S83), and when it is determined that the number of games of RT5 has not been played (S83: No), the main control unit 10 puts out balls. is controlled from "stage B2" to "stage C1" (S83).
On the other hand, when it is determined that the number of games of RT5 has been completed (S83: Yes), the main control section 10 proceeds to S85. This is because even if the final game of RT5 shifts to "Stage C1", there is no game period in "Stage C1", so the player cannot obtain substantial benefits, so that the player does not shift to "Stage C1". It has become. Note that the control is not limited to this, and may be controlled to "stage C1".

Next, the main control unit 10 executes the continuation rate addition lottery process (S85 to S87) in the same manner as S61 to S63 in the "stage B1 control process" described above.
Also, similar to S45-S47 and S48-S51 in the "stage A control process", addition lottery processing for the RT stock high-probability game number (S88-S90) and subtraction stop lottery processing for the RT stock high-probability game number are executed. (S91-S94).
Then, it is determined whether or not the number of games of RT5 has been played (S95), and if it is determined that the number of games of RT5 has not been played (S95: No), the process is terminated, and the number of games of RT5 is terminated. is digested (S95: Yes), it is determined whether or not the RT stock is held (S96).

When it is determined that the RT stock is not held (S95: No), the main control section 10 controls the ball output state from "Stage B2" to "Stage D" (S98).
On the other hand, when it is determined that the RT stock is held (S95: Yes), it is determined whether or not the current continuation rate exceeds 100% (S97).
If it is determined that the continuation rate does not exceed 100% (S97: No), one RT stock is consumed (S99).
On the other hand, when it is determined that the continuation rate exceeds 100% (S97: Yes), the main control section 10 controls the ball output state from "Stage B2" to "Stage D" (S98).

That is, when stage B2 ends, if you have RT stock and your current continuation rate exceeds 100%, you will consume your RT stock and continue stage B2 ( In the "set continuation lottery process" in stage D, the continuation rate is used to shift (return) to stage B instead of continuing.
On the other hand, when the stage B2 is completed, if the RT stock is held and the current continuation rate does not exceed 100%, if the ball output state is "stage B2", the RT stock is By consuming one, stage B2 continues (continuous). In this way, when the RT stock is consumed and stage B2 continues (continuously), the main control unit 10 maintains the state of ball output as "stage B2" and changes the state of RT from RT5 to RT0. →RT5 or RT5→RT0→RT2→RT5.

[Stage C control process]
FIG. 62 is a flow chart showing the "stage C control process" performed by the main control unit 10. As shown in FIG.
The "stage C control process" is executed when the ball output state is "stage C1" or "stage C2".
First, the main control section 10 determines whether or not the ball output state is "Stage C1" (S101).
When it is determined that the ball output state is "Stage C1" (S101: Yes), a continuation rate addition lottery process is performed (S102 to S104). Here, the same processing as S61 to S63 in the above-described "stage B1 control processing" is executed except that the table to be referred to is the continuation rate lottery table (FIG. 27).

On the other hand, if it is determined that the ball output state is not "Stage C1" (it is "Stage C2") (S101: No), it is determined whether the conditions for executing the "RT stock lottery process" have been established. is determined (S105).
Specifically, in the internal lottery process, it is determined whether or not a winning combination of no rare combination, no bell combination, 1-card combination B, no replay combination, or "white 7 replay" is won.
Here, when "White 7 Replay" is won, an effect (for example, "Aim for White 7!") is executed to prompt the stop display of White 7 symbols when the start lever 3 of the winning game is operated. .
If it is determined that the condition is satisfied (S105: Yes), an RT stock lottery table (FIG. 28) is referred to and an RT stock lottery is carried out (S106).
In the RT stock lottery, it is determined whether or not the RT stock has been acquired (S107), and if it is determined that the RT stock has been acquired (S107: Yes), the acquired RT stock is stored in the RAM of the main control unit 10. Add and store (S108).

Next, it is determined whether or not conditions for ending stage C are satisfied (S109).
Specifically, the number of RT5 games is completed, and furthermore, it is determined whether or not the symbol combination for the RT5 shift replay has been stop-displayed.
That is, the stage C1 and the stage C2 continue after the RT5 being executed ends until the next RT5 (until the combination of symbols corresponding to the RT5 transition replay is stopped and displayed). there is
Stage C1 and stage C2 may be ended when RT5 being executed ends.
Then, when it is determined that the end condition of stage C is satisfied (S109: Yes), the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "stage C1" or "stage C2" to "stage B2" ( S110).

[Stage D control process]
FIG. 63 is a flow chart showing the "stage D control process" performed by the main controller 10. As shown in FIG.
The "stage D control process" is executed when the ball output state is "stage D".
First, the main control unit 10 executes the continuation rate addition lottery process (S111 to S113) in the same manner as S61 to S63 in the "stage B1 control process" described above.
Next, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not the combination of symbols corresponding to the RT5 shift replay has stopped being displayed (S114). In addition, it is good also considering not only this but having won the RT5 transition replay as a trigger.
If it is determined that the combination of symbols corresponding to the RT5 transition replay is not displayed stopped (S114: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that it is displayed stopped (S114: Yes), the advantageous section is digested. It is determined whether or not the number of games is a predetermined number (for example, 1470 games) or more (S115).

When it is determined that the number of games played in the advantageous section is equal to or greater than the predetermined number (S115: Yes), the main control unit 10 controls the state of the ball output from "Stage D" to "Normal" and ends the process (S116). .
On the other hand, when it is determined that the number of games played in the advantageous section is not equal to or greater than the predetermined number (S115: No), the main control unit 10 determines whether or not the current continuation rate exceeds 100% (S117). ).
When it is determined that the continuation rate exceeds 100% (S117: Yes), it is determined that the set continuation of stage B is confirmed, and the continuation rate is subtracted (S118).
Specifically, the excess continuation rate is calculated by subtracting "100" from the current continuation rate, and the excess continuation rate is newly set as the continuation rate. For example, if the current continuation rate is 120%, 20% obtained by subtracting 100 from 120% is set as the new continuation rate.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the continuation rate does not exceed 100% (S117: No), a "set continuation lottery process" is executed based on the current continuation rate (S119). Also, the current continuation rate is initialized ("0%") (S120).
It is determined whether or not the set continuation lottery has been won (S121), and if it is determined that the lottery has not been won (S121: No), the main control unit 10 changes the ball output state from "Stage D" to "Stage E1". (S123), and when it is determined that the player has won (S121: Yes), the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "Stage D" to "Stage B1" (S122) and executes the process. finish.

[Stage E control process]
FIG. 64 is a flow chart showing the "stage E control process" performed by the main control unit 10. As shown in FIG.
The "stage E control process" is executed when the ball output state is "stage E1" or "stage E2".
First, the main control section 10 determines whether or not the ball output state is "Stage E1" (S131).
When it is determined that the ball output state is "Stage E1" (S131: Yes), "Stage B Shift Lottery Processing" is executed. Here, except that the table to be referred to is the stage B lottery table (stage E1) (FIG. 29), the same processes as S41 to S43 in the "stage A control process" described above are executed (S132 to S134).
Then, when the lottery for transition to stage B is won, the main control unit 10 controls the state of ball output from "stage E1" to "stage E2" (S135).

On the other hand, when it is determined that the ball output state is not "Stage E1" (S131: No), the "RT stock high certainty game number addition lottery process" (S136-S138) and "RT stock high-probability game number subtraction stop lottery process" (S139-S142).
Next, it is determined whether or not the number of games of RT5 has been completed (S143).
If it is determined that the number of RT5 games has not been played (S143: No), the process is terminated. It is determined whether or not it is stage E2 (S144).
When it is determined that the ball output state is "Stage E2" (S144: Yes), the main control unit 10 controls the ball output state from "Stage E2" to "Stage B1" (S145).
On the other hand, when it is determined that the ball output state is not "stage E2" (is "stage E1") (S144: No), the main control unit 10 changes the ball output state from "stage E2" to "normal". (S146).

[Bonus winning control process]
FIG. 65 is a flow chart showing the “bonus win control process” performed by the main control unit 10 .
The "bonus win control process" is executed when blue BB, red BB or chance BB is won.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not blue BB, red BB, or chance BB is won (S151).
When it is determined that these bonuses have been won (S151: Yes), it is determined whether or not the ball output state is "normal", "high probability preparation" or "high probability" (S152).
When it is determined that the ball output state is "normal", "high probability preparation" or "high probability" (S152: Yes), a lottery for transition to stage B is performed (S153).
Specifically, stage B lottery table (high probability) (Fig. 31), stage B lottery table (high probability preparation 4 games or more) (Fig. 32), stage B lottery table (high probability preparation 3 games or less) (Fig. 33 ), a transition lottery is performed according to the ball output state and the current number of high-precision preparation games.
It is determined whether or not the lottery for transition to stage B has been won (S154), and if it is determined that the lottery for transition has been won (S154: Yes), the main control unit 10 grants the right to shift to stage B. (S155).

On the other hand, when it is determined that the ball output state is not "normal", "high probability preparation" or "high probability" (S152: No), the ball output state is "stage B1", "stage B2", "stage C1” or “stage C2” is determined (S156).
When it is determined that the ball output state is "Stage B1", "Stage B2", "Stage C1" or "Stage C2" (S156: Yes), the condition for executing the lottery for transition to the special bonus is established (S157). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the chance BB is won and the number of games played in the advantageous section is "500 games" or less.
If it is determined that the condition is established (S157: Yes), the special bonus lottery table (FIG. 34) is referred to, and a lottery for shifting to the special bonus is performed based on the number of games played in the advantageous section ( S158).
It is determined whether or not the lottery for transition to the special bonus has been won (S159), and when it is determined that the lottery has been won (S159: Yes), the main control unit 10 grants the right to shift to the special bonus. Give (S160).
After winning the chance BB, the player is controlled to one of the special bonuses 1 to 3 based on the state of ball output when winning the transfer lottery for the special bonus.

[Blue BB and red BB control processing]
FIG. 66 is a flow chart showing the “blue BB, red BB control process” performed by the main control unit 10 .
The "blue BB, red BB control process" is executed during the blue BB or during the red BB.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not the conditions for executing the lottery for transition to stage A are satisfied (S161). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the player has won the "middle white 7 match" in the internal lottery process while not holding the right to shift to stage A.
If it is determined that the condition is satisfied (S161: Yes), the stage A lottery table (blue BB, red BB) (FIG. 35) is referred to, and a stage A transition lottery is performed (S162). .
It is determined whether or not the lottery for transition to stage A has been won (S163), and if it is determined that the lottery for transition has been won (S163: Yes), the main control unit 10 grants the right to shift to stage A. (S164).

When it is determined in S161 that the condition is not established (S161: No), it is determined whether or not the condition for executing the lottery for shifting to stage B is established (S165). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the player has won only the right to shift to stage A and has won the "middle white 7 match" in the internal lottery process.
If it is determined that the condition is established (S165: Yes), the stage B lottery table (blue BB, red BB) (FIG. 36) is referred to, and a lottery for transition to stage B is performed (S166). .
It is determined whether or not the lottery for transition to stage B has been won (S167), and if it is determined that the lottery for transition has been won (S167: Yes), the main control unit 10 grants the right to transition to stage B. (S168).

Also, at this time, if the lottery for the transition to stage B is won, an effect prompting the user to stop the combination of white 7 symbols corresponding to the "middle stage white 7 combination" (for example, "Aim for white 7!"). is executed on the display device 8 to inform the player of the winning.
On the other hand, in the lottery for transition to stage A described above, regardless of whether the lottery for transition is successful or not, the message "Aim for White 7!" is not given.
In this way, during blue BB or red BB, if the lottery for transition to stage A is won, the player is not granted the right to shift to stage A because the effect of prompting the stop of the white 7 symbols is not performed. You can play with the expectation that you might be.
Also, during the blue BB or red BB, if the lottery for the transition to stage B is won, an effect is performed to encourage the stop of the white 7 symbols, so the transition to stage B is more advantageous than the right to transition to stage A. The player can clearly know that the right has been granted.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the conditions for executing the lottery for transition to stage B have not been established (S165: No), it is determined whether or not the conditions for executing the lottery for addition of the continuation rate have been established. (S169). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the right to shift to stage B is held.
If it is determined that the condition is established (S169: Yes), a lottery for addition of the continuation rate is performed (S170 to S172). Here, the same processing as S61 to S63 in the "stage B1 control processing" described above is executed except that the table to be referred to is the continuity rate lottery table (blue BB, red BB) (FIG. 37).
Next, it is determined whether or not the conditions for executing the RT stock acquisition lottery are established (S173). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the player has the right to move to stage B and has won the "Middle White 7 Match" in the internal lottery process.
If it is determined that the condition is established (S173: Yes), a lottery for acquiring RT stock is performed (S174 to S176). Here, the same processing as S105 to S108 in the "stage C control processing" described above is executed except that the table to be referred to is the RT stock lottery table (blue BB, red BB) (FIG. 38).

[Chance BB control process]
FIG. 67 is a flow chart showing the "chance BB control process" performed by the main control unit 10. As shown in FIG.
The "chance BB control process" is executed during the chance BB.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not the state of payout is "specialized bonus 1" or "specialized bonus 2" (S181).
When it is determined that the ball output state is "specialized bonus 1" or "specialized bonus 2" (S181: Yes), a continuation rate addition lottery is performed (S182 to S184). Here, except that the tables to be referred to are the continuation rate lottery table (specialized bonus 1) (FIG. 39) and the continuation rate lottery table (specialized bonus 2) (FIG. 40), the above-described "Stage B1 control processing ” is executed.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the ball output state is not "specialized bonus 1" or "specialized bonus 2" (S101: No), it is determined whether or not the ball output state is "specialized bonus 3". (S185).
When it is determined that the ball output state is “specialized bonus 3” (S185: Yes), a lottery for obtaining RT stock is performed (S186 to S189). Here, except that the table to be referred to is the RT stock lottery table (specialized bonus 3) (FIG. 41), the same processing as S105 to S108 in the "stage C control processing" described above is executed.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the ball output state is not "specialized bonus 3" (S185: No), other processing related to the chance BB (for example, processing when winning the chance BB during the normal stage) is performed. Execute (S190) and terminate the process.

[Control processing for unique blue BB and unique red BB]
FIG. 68 is a flow chart showing the “blue unique BB and red unique BB control process” performed by the main control unit 10 .
The "blue unique BB, red unique BB control process" is executed during the blue unique BB or the red unique BB.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a high net increase RB or a low net increase RB is won during execution of the blue unique BB or the red unique BB (S191). In addition, it is determined that the prize is won even in the bonus internal state.
If it is determined that the high net increase RB or the low net increase RB has been won (S191: Yes), the RB winning command is transmitted to the sub-controller 20 (S192), and the process ends.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the high net increase RB or the low net increase RB has not been won (S191: No), whether or not the high net increase RB or the low net increase RB has won during the blue unique BB or the red unique BB is determined (S193).
When it is determined that the high net increase RB or the low net increase RB has won (S193: Yes), the RB winning command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 20 (S194), and the process ends.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the high net increase RB or low net increase RB has not won (S193: No), it is determined whether or not the high net increase RB or low net increase RB has ended (S195).
If it is determined that the high net increase RB or low net increase RB has not ended (S195: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the high net increase RB or low net increase RB has ended (S195: Yes) , an RB end command to the sub-controller 20 (S196). The RB end command also includes information indicating how many RBs have ended during the blue unique BB or the red unique BB.
Next, it is determined whether or not the unique blue BB or the unique red BB has ended (S197).
If it is determined that the unique blue BB or unique red BB is not completed (S197: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the unique blue BB or unique red BB is completed (S197: Yes) , BB end command to the sub-controller 20 (S198).

[Control process at the end of bonus]
FIG. 69 is a flow chart showing the “bonus end time control process” performed by the main control unit 10 .
The "bonus end time control process" is executed when each bonus ends.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not it has the right to shift to stage B (S201).
When it is determined that the player has the right to move to stage B (S201: Yes), the main control unit 10 controls the state of ball output to "stage B1" (S202).
On the other hand, when it is determined that the right to shift to stage B is not held (S201: No), it is determined whether or not the right to shift to stage A is held (S203).
When it is determined that the player has the right to move to stage A (S203: Yes), the main control unit 10 controls the state of the ball to be put out to "stage A1" (S204).
On the other hand, when it is determined that the player does not have the right to shift to stage A (S203: No), the main control unit 10 controls the ball payout state to the state before shifting to the bonus (S205). .

So far, the configuration, each game state, and each operation of the slot machine 1 have been described. The slot machine 1 as described above has the following features.
(1) Displaying a game explanation screen according to the game situation (2) Preventing the lights from turning off the advantageous section lamp during continuous effects (3) Switching the acquisition expectation of RT stock (4) Depending on the game situation (5) Setting the number of remaining games in RT5 to the number of games in stage C (specialized zone) These features will be described in order below.

(1) Displaying a game explanation screen according to the game situation The slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment displays specific information (game explanation screen) on the display 8.
The game explanation screen (game explanation image) displays, for example, the game flow of the slot machine 1, the content of the effects for each stage, the game method, and the like.

The contents displayed on the game explanation screen and the display period thereof differ depending on whether the slot machine 1 is "playing" or "non-playing".
"Non-playing" means that when the bet button 2a is not operated or medals are not inserted into the medal slot 2 for a predetermined period of time after the third reel stop operation is completed, the state changes from "playing" and the bet button 2a is pressed. This is a state in which the game ends when a medal is inserted into the medal slot 2 by an operation.
"Playing" means a state other than non-playing, that is, includes the reels 41 fluctuating.
In addition, when the winning combination of the game this time is a replay combination, the transition from "playing" to "not playing" is prevented.

(Game explanation screen displayed while not playing)
The game explanation screen displayed during non-game can be displayed within the operation effective period of the effect button 2c.
"Operation effective period" is a period during which operation by the production button 2c or the cross key button 2d is allowed. is provided as

Specifically, during non-game, as shown in FIG. 77(A), the effect operation button image 51 is displayed on the display 8, and the player can operate the effect button 2c and the cross key button 2d. is shown.
In the state shown in FIG. 77(A), for example, when the cross key button 2d is operated, a volume adjustment screen is displayed on which the volume of the game sound of the slot machine 1 output from the speaker 9 can be adjusted. (not shown).
Further, when the production button 2c is operated in the state shown in FIG. 77(A), a plurality of selectable items ("game flow", "payout table", The top screen including "back" etc.) is displayed.
On this top screen, when a desired item is selected by operating the cross key button 2d, and the effect button 2c is operated, information regarding the selected item is displayed.
For example, when "GAME FLOW" is selected on the top screen, all stages of the slot machine 1 are displayed as shown in FIG. 77(C). Further, when the effect button 2c is operated while a desired item is selected by operating the cross key button 2d, a game explanation screen for displaying the game explanation of the selected stage is displayed as shown in FIG. 77(D). 50 is displayed.

In this way, on the game explanation screen 50 displayed during non-game play, it is possible to display game explanations corresponding to all the stages provided in the slot machine 1 . Therefore, if the player sets the state of the slot machine 1 to non-playing, he/she can see the game explanation about other stages regardless of the stage where the player is currently staying.
It should be noted that the game explanation screen 50 displayed during non-playing is not limited to this, and may be restricted so that game explanations related to some stages provided in the slot machine 1 cannot be displayed.

(Game explanation screen displayed during the game)
The game explanation screen displayed during the game can be displayed within the operation effective period of the effect button 2c and within the operation prompting image display period.
The "operation prompting image display period" is a period during which operation information (operation prompting image 52) prompting the player to operate the effect button 2c can be displayed. A start timing and an end timing are provided.
During this operation prompting image display period, the effect button 2c is lit to notify that the operation of the effect button 2c is valid, and the operation prompting image 52 is displayed inside the display device 8 from outside the frame of the display device 8. It is displayed as if it were popping out toward the
Then, while the operation prompting image 52 is being displayed on the display device 8, the game explanation screen 50 is displayed by operating the effect button 2c.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 78A and 78C, when the effect button 2c is operated while the operation prompting image 52 is being displayed, a display area (specific display area) where the game explanation screen 50 can be displayed is displayed. R) is displayed (appears).
Further, as shown in FIGS. 78B and 78C, when the game explanation screen 50 is already displayed in a small size on the display 8, when the effect button 2c is operated, the specific display area R is displayed. The game explanation screen 50 is enlarged and displayed. Note that the operation prompting image 52 may be displayed in the state shown in FIG. 78(B).
Further, when the game explanation screen 50 has a plurality of screens, the screens can be switched by operating the cross key button 2d (see FIG. 78(D)).
The change of the specific display area R for displaying the game explanation screen 50 is performed by the sub-control section 20 operating as a change means.

Next, the game explanation screen for each stage will be explained.
In the following description, "the third reel is operated to stop (when the third reel is stopped in FIG. 79)", "the start lever 3 is operated (when the start lever is operated in FIG. 79)", and "the bet button 2a is operated (At the time of bet button operation in FIG. 79)" indicates the point in time when the player operates each operation means with a finger or the like. It should be noted that the timing is not limited to this, and may be the point at which the player releases the finger or the like from each operation means.

- Game description screen displayed during normal stage During the normal stage, the game description screen 50 can be displayed at the start of a predetermined effect.
For example, in the push order challenge, the operation prompting image 52 is displayed during the period from when the start lever 3 of the game winning the RT5 transition replay is operated to when the third reel of the game is stopped. In addition, when the effect button 2c is operated, a game explanation screen 50 is displayed (see FIG. 79).
In this case, as shown in FIGS. 80(A) and (B), before the game explanation screen 50, a "?" .
In addition, on the game explanation screen 50, information and the like regarding transitions between stages when the pressing order is correct and when the pressing order is incorrect are displayed. For example, if the correct answer is given, a transition to a special stage is displayed, and if an incorrect answer is given, a transition to a general stage is displayed.

- Game Explanation Screen Displayed During Special Stage A game explanation screen 50 can be displayed at the start of each stage of the special stage.
For example, in a game in which stage A1, stage B1, and stage E1 are started, the period from when the start lever 3 is operated to when the start lever 3 of the next game is operated (if the winning hand in this game is a replay hand) ) or until the bet button 2a is operated (when the winning hand in the current game is other than the replay hand), the operation prompting image 52 is displayed, and if the effect button 2c is operated within this period, a game explanation screen is displayed. 50 is displayed (see FIG. 79).
In this case, the game explanation screen 50 displays information about the rights that can be acquired during each stage, the content of the performance during each stage, and the like, and different information is displayed for each stage.
For example, in stage A1 and stage E1, information about the lottery for transition to stage B executed during these stages is displayed, and in stage B1, information about the expectation level of the specialized zone and the continuation rate is displayed.

In addition, the period from the elapse of a certain period of time after entering stage C2 until the start lever 3 of the next game is operated (if the winning hand in this game is a replay hand) or until the bet button 2a is operated. (when the winning combination of the current game is other than the replay combination), the operation prompting image 52 is displayed, and the game explanation screen 50 is displayed when the effect button 2c is operated during this period. (See Figure 79).
In this case, the game explanation screen 50 displays, for example, information about the RT stock that can be acquired during the stage C2, the contents of the effect during the stage C2, and the like.

In addition, in the push order challenge after stage A1 and stage E1 are completed, the operation is performed during the period from the operation of the start lever 3 of the game winning the RT5 transition replay to the stop operation of the third reel of the game. A prompting image 52 is displayed, and if the effect button 2c is operated within this period, the game explanation screen 50 is displayed (see FIG. 79).
In this case, the game explanation screen 50 displays information about the transition of the stage when the pressing order is correct and when the pressing order is incorrect. For example, when the correct answer is given in the pressing order, it is displayed that the player returns to stage A1 or stage E1.

Further, when special information (navigation image 53) for navigating the operation order of the stop button 5 is displayed on the display 8 by winning the "replay of pressing order" in each stage (see FIG. 80(C)), When the game explanation screen 50 is displayed by operating the effect button 2c, a navigation image 53 is displayed before the game explanation screen 50 as shown in FIG. 80(D).
That is, when the navigation image 53 and the game explanation screen 50 are displayed simultaneously on the display device 8, the navigation image 53 is preferentially displayed and made visible.
This is because, if the operation order corresponding to the "push order replay" is hidden by the game explanation screen 50 and becomes invisible, the player mistakenly presses the stop button 5 in an operation order different from that of the navigation image 53. There is a risk of manipulation. In such a case, the combination of symbols corresponding to the order of the erroneously operated operations is stopped and displayed, which may cause disadvantages to the player, such as shifting (falling) from the current advantageous state. be. For this reason, the navigation image 53 is preferentially displayed.
In addition, in the case of non-winning in the transition lottery (lottery for acquiring RT stock) that is executed in each stage with the winning of "White 7 Replay", the combination of symbols corresponding to "White 7 Replay" will stop. When the game explanation screen 50 is displayed by operating the effect button 2c while the predetermined push order for avoidance is displayed on the display 8, the predetermined push order is displayed before the game explanation screen 50. is displayed.
This is because if the predetermined pressing order is hidden by the game explanation screen 50 and becomes invisible, the player may mistakenly operate the stop button 5 in an order different from the order indicated by the navigation image 53. This is because, in that case, the combination of symbols corresponding to "white 7 replay" may stop even though the transfer lottery (lottery for acquisition of RT stock) is not won.
Further, the navigation image 53 is not limited to the display of the operation order image (“1”-“3”-“2”). , the navigation image 53 is preferentially displayed in front of the game explanation screen 50 even when the ``!'' image displayed when a rare combination is won is displayed.

It should be noted that, without being limited to this, when the navigation image 53 and the game explanation screen 50 are displayed simultaneously on the display device 8, the game explanation screen 50 may be preferentially displayed in front.
Further, which of the navigation image 53 and the game explanation screen 50 should be preferentially displayed may be determined according to the winning combination of the current game. For example, when a rare combination is won, the navigation image 53 may be preferentially displayed, and when a winning combination other than a rare combination is won, the game explanation screen 50 may be preferentially displayed.

Also, in the display device 8, when the operation information (effect button image 30) prompting the operation of the effect operation means including the effect button 2c is displayed (see FIG. 81(A)), the game explanation is performed by operating the effect button 2c or the like. When displaying the screen 50, either one of the game explanation screen 50 and the effect button image 30 is displayed in front.
That is, when the game explanation screen 50 and the effect button image 30 are displayed simultaneously on the display device 8, the game explanation screen 50 is preferentially displayed before the effect button image 30 (see FIG. 81(B)). ), or the effect button image 30 is preferentially displayed in front of the game explanation screen 50 (see FIG. 81(C)).
It should be noted that which of the game explanation screen 50 and the effect button image 30 should be preferentially displayed may be determined based on the stage in which the player stays. For example, in stage A, the effect button image 30 may be preferentially displayed, and in stage C, the game explanation screen 50 may be preferentially displayed.
In addition, the player may be allowed to select which one is to be displayed first.

Further, which of the game explanation screen 50 and the effect button image 30 should be preferentially displayed in front may be determined according to the type of button. For example, when the effect button image 30 for prompting the operation of the effect button 2c is displayed, the game explanation screen 50 is preferentially displayed to prompt the operation of the effect button other than the effect button 2c. When the effect button image 30 is displayed, the effect button image 30 may be preferentially displayed.

Further, in a game in which the game explanation screen 50 and the effect button image 30 may be displayed simultaneously on the display device 8, an operation means corresponding to the effect button image 30 and an operation capable of displaying the game explanation screen 50 are used. The means may be controlled differently.
For example, the operation means corresponding to the effect button image 30 may be the effect button 2c, and the operation means capable of displaying the game explanation screen 50 may be the cross key button 2d, or vice versa. Alternatively, the operation means corresponding to the effect button image 30 may be the effect button 2c, and the operation means capable of displaying the game explanation screen 50 may be another effect button different from the effect button 2c, or vice versa.
In this case, it is preferable to display the operable operation means on the display 8 (operation prompting image 52) so that the player can recognize them.

Further, when the navigation image 53 (the operation order image, the “?” image and the “!” image) and the effect button image 30 are simultaneously displayed on the display device 8, when the game explanation screen 50 is displayed, Preferably, the navigation image 53 is preferentially displayed in the forefront, and then either one of the game explanation screen 50 and the effect button image 30 is displayed.

Also, on the game explanation screen 50 displayed during the special stage, it is displayed that an exceptional case may occur during the special stage.
Specifically, in the game explanation screen 50 displayed during the stage A1 or E1, as shown in FIG. there is" is displayed.
This is based on the following reasons.

As described above, in the game in the slot machine 1, basically, when a bonus is won during a special stage (predetermined transition condition is satisfied), after the bonus is finished (predetermined end condition is satisfied), When the player returns to the special stage and wins a bonus during the normal stage (predetermined transition conditions are met), the normal stage is entered after the bonus ends (predetermined termination conditions are met).
On the other hand, the following cases (1) and (2) may occur exceptionally for such a stage transition.

(1) In the push order challenge in the normal stage, if the push order is correct and the transition to the special stage (stage A1) is confirmed, the display 8 indicates the confirmed state of stage A1, but the replay role Since the ball output state is "normal" until is won, when the bonus is won in this state, the transition to the normal stage does not occur after the bonus is completed.
In addition, in the pushing order challenge after the end of the special stage (stage A1 or stage E1), if the bonus is won, the ball output state is "normal". without moving to the normal stage.
That is, when the bonus prize is won, if the ball-out state corresponds to the special stage ("stage A1", "stage E1") (predetermined advantageous conditions are established), the special stage is restored after the bonus is completed. However, if the ball output state does not correspond to the special stage ("Stage A1", "Stage E1") (predetermined advantageous conditions are not met), after the bonus ends, it will shift to the normal stage. there is
If you win the lottery to move to the special stage during the bonus, you will move to the special stage after the bonus regardless of the state of the ball that was released when the bonus was won.

(2) If a bonus is won while the advantageous section is close to the limiter, the normal stage may be entered after the bonus is completed without returning to the special stage.
For the above reasons, the game explanation screen displays that there are exceptional cases, as shown in FIG. 82(A).

- Game description screen displayed during bonus During the bonus, the game description screen 50 can be displayed when the bonus is won or during the bonus game.
When a bonus is won, for example, in a game in which a bonus (blue BB, red BB, unique blue BB, or unique red BB) is won, the bet button 2a is operated after a certain period of time has passed after the third reel stop operation is completed. The operation prompting image 52 is displayed during the period until, and if the effect button 2c is operated during this period, the operation prompting image 52 is displayed (see FIG. 79).
In this case, the contents of the game explanation displayed on the game explanation screen 50 are different based on the stage in which the player stays when the bonus is won.
For example, when the player wins a bonus during the normal stage, the game explanation screen 50 displays information regarding the lottery for transition to the special stage executed during the bonus game.
On the other hand, when a bonus prize is won during the special stage, the game explanation screen 50 displays information about the RT stock acquisition (addition) lottery executed during the bonus game, and a combination of symbols that confirms winning of this lottery. (stopping number), for example, a one-probability stopping number, a two-probability stopping number, etc. are displayed.

Further, the contents of the game explanation displayed on the game explanation screen 50 are also different depending on whether or not it is notified that the game will shift to the special stage after the bonus is finished.
For example, when a player has won a lottery for transition to a special stage during a normal stage, but has not yet been notified of the winning result, and has won a bonus, the same display as the former is performed.
On the other hand, if the lottery for transition to the special stage has been won during the normal stage, and the winning result is announced, and the bonus prize is won, the same display as the latter is performed.
It should be noted that the game explanation screen 50, which can be displayed when the state of the slot machine 1 is set to non-playing during the bonus game, similarly indicates whether or not the winning result of the bonus winning stage and the special stage is notified. The displayed content differs depending on the

During the bonus game, for example, in a game in which RB (high net increase RB or low net increase RB) can be won during blue unique BB or red unique BB, after the start lever 3 is operated, the third reel of the game The operation prompting image 52 is displayed until the stop operation is performed, and the game explanation screen 50 is displayed when the effect button 2c is operated during this period (see FIG. 79).
In this case, on the game explanation screen 50, for example, "stopped number (specific information) when winning high net increase RB and low net increase RB", "stopped number confirming winning of high net increase RB or low net increase RB". , “details of effects in high net increase RB and low net increase RB” and the like are displayed.
For example, when a high net increase RB is won, 7 symbols are displayed to stop in a V shape, and when a low net increase RB is won, 7 symbols do not stop in a V shape. is displayed.
In addition, as a stop result for determining the winning of the low net increase RB, a stop display of a cherry symbol on the middle line of the left reel 41a (middle cherry result) is displayed.

Furthermore, in a game in which RB (high net increase RB or low net increase RB) can be won during blue unique BB or red unique BB, as shown in FIG. A reminder image is displayed.
When the prompting image "Aim for 7!!" and the game explanation screen 50 are displayed simultaneously on the display device 8, the game explanation screen is displayed before the prompting image as shown in FIG. 82(C). 50 is displayed.
This is to allow the player to confirm the stop number when winning a high net increase RB or a low net increase RB.

Also, as described above, when a right (RT stock, etc.) advantageous to the player is granted during the bonus game, a prompting image such as "Aim for White 7!" is displayed. In this case as well, the operation prompting image 52 may be displayed, and the game explanation screen 50 may be displayed by operating the effect button 2c.
When the prompting image "Aim for White 7!!" and the game explanation screen 50 are displayed simultaneously on the display device 8, the game explanation screen 50 is displayed before the prompting image. This is because during the bonus game, the right is granted regardless of whether the player aims at the 7 white symbols or not (even if the 7 white symbols are not stopped and displayed), so that the player is not disadvantaged. .

When the prompting image and the game explanation screen 50 are displayed at the same time, the game explanation screen 50 is preferentially displayed in front. good.
For example, when one of the high net increase RB and the low net increase RB is won, the prompting image is displayed before the game explanation screen 50, and when the other one is won, the prompting image is displayed before the prompting image. By displaying the game explanation screen 50, the type of the winning RB may be suggested depending on whether or not the prompting image is visible.
Further, a game explanation screen may be provided that can be displayed when the number of wins of high net increase RB or low net increase RB reaches a predetermined number of times or more. For example, when the number of wins for high net increase RB is two or more, a game explanation screen displaying information advantageous to the player can be displayed to increase interest in the game.

In this way, the display contents of the game explanation screen 50 displayed during the game differ according to the stage in which the player stays.
In addition, when the player wants to check the content of the effect or the game method during the movement of the reels 41 or during the game while the navigation image 53 is being displayed, the game explanation screen is displayed by operating the effect button 2c. 50 can be grasped.
Thereby, the player can view the game explanation screen even during the game without temporarily stopping the game to enter a non-game state.

[Game explanation screen display control process]
Next, the game explanation screen control process performed by the sub-controller 20 will be described with reference to FIG.
First, the sub-control unit 20 determines whether or not it is an operation effective period in which operation of the effect operation means (the effect button 2c and the cross key button 2d) is allowed (S211).
If it is determined in S211 that the operation valid period is not reached (S211: No), the process proceeds to S228, and if it is determined that the operation valid period is valid (S211: Yes), the effect button 2c or cross key button 2d. is operated (S212).
If it is determined that the effect button 2c or the cross key button 2d has not been operated (S212: No), the process proceeds to S228, and if it is determined that the effect button 2c or the cross key button 2d has been operated ( S212: Yes), it is determined whether or not the game is in progress (S213).

If it is determined that the game is not being played (not being played) (S213: No), it is determined whether or not the effect button 2c has been operated during non-game (S214).
When it is determined that the effect button 2c has been operated during non-game (S214: Yes), it is determined whether or not the game explanation screen 50 is being displayed on the display 8 (S215).
When it is determined that the game explanation screen 50 is not being displayed (S215: No), the top screen is displayed on the display 8 (see FIG. 77(B)) (S216).
On the other hand, if it is determined that the game explanation screen 50 is being displayed (S215: Yes), the screen display is switched according to the operation of the effect button 2c (S217). For example, in the game explanation screen 50, when a predetermined item is selected by operating the cross key button 2d or the like, if the effect button 2c is operated, it will be effected as a confirmation button for confirming the selected item. The display screen is switched by the function of the button 2c.

If it is determined in S214 that the effect button 2c has not been operated (the cross key button 2d has been operated) during non-game (S214: No), it is determined whether or not the game explanation screen 50 is being displayed on the display 8. It is determined whether or not (S218).
When it is determined that the game explanation screen 50 is being displayed (S218: Yes), the display on the game explanation screen 50 is switched according to the operation of the cross key button 2d (S219). For example, in the game explanation screen 50, when an item is selected by operating the cross key button 2d, the effect button 2c functions as a cursor movement button for moving between items on the screen, thereby displaying on the screen. Change content.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the game explanation screen 50 is not being displayed (S218: No), for example, a volume adjustment screen is displayed according to the operation of the cross key button 2d (S220). Furthermore, when the cross key button 2d is operated, the cross key button 2d functions as a volume adjustment button, thereby changing the display content (volume level) on the volume adjustment screen. It should be noted that determination of the volume level after the change is determined by operating the effect button 2c.

At S213, when it is determined that the game is in progress (S213: Yes), it is determined whether or not the effect button 2c has been operated during the game (S221).
When it is determined that the effect button 2c has been operated during the game (S221: Yes), it is determined whether or not the operation prompting image 52 is being displayed on the display 8 (S222).
When it is determined that the operation prompting image 52 is being displayed (S222: Yes), the game explanation screen 50 corresponding to the stage is displayed (see FIG. 78(B)) (S223).
On the game explanation screen 50, as described above, the content displayed differs according to the current stage. In addition, the displayed contents differ depending on whether or not a privilege advantageous to the player has been granted or whether or not the fact that a privilege has been granted is notified.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the operation prompting image 52 is not being displayed (S222: No), it is determined whether or not the game explanation screen 50 is being displayed on the display device 8 (S224).
When it is determined that the game explanation screen 50 is being displayed (S224: Yes), the display on the game explanation screen 50 is switched according to the operation of the effect button 2c (S225). For example, when the effect button 2c is operated while the game explanation screen 50 is being displayed, the effect button 2c functions as a return button to change the display contents on the screen.
Specifically, when the top screen of the game explanation screen 50 is displayed, the game explanation screen 50 is terminated, and when a screen other than the top screen of the game explanation screen 50 is displayed, switches the display to the upper screen.

When it is determined in S221 that the effect button 2c has not been operated (the cross key button 2d has been operated) during the game (S221: No), whether or not the game explanation screen 50 is being displayed on the display 8 is determined. is determined (S226).
If it is determined that the game explanation screen 50 is being displayed (S226: Yes), for example, the game explanation screen 50 having a plurality of screens is switched according to the operation of the cross key button 2d (S227). .

Next, it is determined whether or not the end condition of the game explanation screen 50 is met (S228).
The termination conditions of the game explanation screen 50 are, for example, "when the bet button 2a is operated or when medals are inserted into the medal slot 2 while the game is not in progress", "when the operation prompting image display period is reached during the game". is completed", or "during the game, the effect button 2c is operated while the game explanation screen 50 is being displayed".
If it is determined that the termination condition is satisfied (S228: Yes), the game explanation screen 50 is terminated (S229). At this time, if the operation prompting image 52 is being displayed, the display of the operation prompting image 52 is also ended.

In addition, the conditions for ending the game explanation screen 50 in S228 are not limited to the above conditions. The game explanation screen may be terminated when any one of the conditions is met.
Thereby, the game explanation screen 50 may be displayed over a plurality of games.

In this manner, in the game explanation screen control process performed by the sub-control unit 20, the display contents and the display period of the game explanation screen 50 are controlled to be different depending on whether the game is being played or not. When the effect button 2c is operated while the operation prompting image 52 is being displayed during the game, the game explanation screen 50 corresponding to the current stage is displayed in the display area (specific display area R) of the display device 8. When the operation prompting image display period ends, the display of the game explanation screen 50 and the operation prompting image 52 is terminated.

As described above, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment can be operated by the player during the game (including during the rotation of the reels 41, during the display of the navigation image 53, during the display of the effect button image 30, etc.). The game explanation is displayed (appears or enlarged) by changing the game explanation area for displaying the explanation so as to be wide.
As a result, the player can confirm the game explanation according to each effect state even during the game, and can grasp how the game should be played (whether it should be enjoyed). .

It should be noted that "(1) displaying a game explanation screen according to the game situation" may be modified as follows.
In the above description, when the game explanation screen 50, the navigation image 53, the effect button image 30, or the stop operation prompting image are displayed simultaneously on the display device 8, the image to be displayed first (forward image) is given priority. is visible, and the portion of the other image displayed behind it (backward image) that overlaps the front image is not visible, but not limited to this, part or all of the backward image It can also be made possible.
For example, by transmitting part or all of the front image with a predetermined transmittance, the rear image can be made visible, and even if the front image and the rear image overlap and are displayed, both can be displayed so that they can be seen at the same time. can.
Further, when the front image is not transmitted, it is possible to display a part of the rear image from a portion that does not overlap with the front image.
For example, when the game explanation screen 50 is a front image, many parts of the rear image may become invisible. It may be made displayable. For example, from below the specific display area R of the game explanation screen 50, part of the navigation image 53 and the prompting image "Aim for White 7" may be displayed.
As a result, it is possible to not only display the front image so that it can be easily recognized, but also indicate the existence of the rear image.

During the non-game, the game explanation screen 50 displayed by operating the effect button 2c may be displayed during the game.
In this case, the game explanation screen 50 is continuously displayed without being terminated until the "return" button on the top screen shown in FIG. You may do so. That is, the game explanation screen 50 may be displayed over a plurality of games even during a game without providing an operation prompting image display period, and game explanations for all stages may be displayed.
In addition to operating "return", the game explanation screen 50 can be displayed when an advantageous situation occurs for the player, such as "when a predetermined winning combination (rare combination or bonus combination) is won". You can terminate it. As a result, it is possible to notify that a predetermined winning combination has been won by the transition of the game explanation screen.

In addition, in the game explanation screen 50 displayed when the bonus is won, the display contents of the game explanation screen 50 are changed according to the game state at the time of the bonus win and whether or not it is notified that a transition to a special stage will be made after the bonus is finished. Although they are made different (only one of the game explanation screens 50 is made visible), not limited to this, all game explanation screens 50 can always be displayed by operating the cross key button 2d during a bonus. can be

Also, the game explanation screen 50 displayed during the special stage, as shown in FIG. When a situation arises in which the player will not return to the current stage later, an effect indicating that the player will not return to the current stage may be performed at any timing from the winning of the bonus until the end of the bonus.
As a result, it is possible to suggest to the player who did not see the game explanation screen 50 that there is a possibility that the player will not return to the current stage due to the winning of the bonus.

Further, in the game explanation screen 50 displayed during the special stage, as shown in FIGS. 80 and 81, it has been explained that the navigation image 53 and the effect button image 30 are displayed. It can also be displayed at the stage of
Further, the period during which the game explanation screen 50 can be displayed during the game is not limited to the period shown in FIG. For example, in each stage of the special stage, the game explanation screen 50 may be displayed by displaying the operation prompting image 52 during the normal game in which continuous effects and the like are not executed. In this case, it is preferable to display a game explanation corresponding to the stage being played.

Also, in the game explanation screen 50, information suggesting game setting values may be displayed. For example, information suggesting odd/even numbers, high setting suggestions, or the like may be displayed. As a result, it is possible to increase the player's interest in the game and the sense of anticipation.
Moreover, although the effect button 2c and the cross key button 2d are provided as the effect operation means, other operation means such as a jog dial, a touch sensor, an operation lever, etc. may be used. Furthermore, an effect button dedicated to the game explanation screen 50 may be provided separately.

(2) To prevent the advantageous section lamp from being turned off during the continuous performance In principle, the advantageous section lamp 13 of the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment is lit during the advantageous section, and the advantageous section lamp 13 is turned off during the normal section. It's like
For example, the advantageous section lamp 13 is turned off during a normal stage (general stage), and is turned on when a no-set-difference bonus is won during a normal stage (general stage).

Further, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, when a no-set-difference bonus is won during a normal stage (general stage), a continuous effect (predictive effect) is performed in the transition from the normal stage to the bonus. It has become.
The continuous effect is executed on the display 8 or the like based on the effect pattern described later during a period of a plurality of games, and finally the result of winning the bonus is reported.
In addition, the continuous effect is started from the game in which the double winning combination of bonuses (the rare combination with no setting difference or "special bell B") is won. Therefore, the player expects that there is a possibility that the bonus will be repeatedly won during the continuous performance, and plays the game.

Further, by winning the bonus double winning combination, the continuous effect is started and the advantageous section lamp 13 is lit.
In such a case, if the advantageous section lamp 13 is turned off before the result of winning the bonus is notified during the continuous effect, the player will know that the bonus has not been won. During the performance, the expectation of winning the bonus cannot be maintained, and the interest in the game may be lowered.
Therefore, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment is characterized in that the advantageous section lamp 13 is lit during the continuous effect even when the bonus is not won.

Specifically, the main control unit 10 controls the advantageous interval lamp 13 to light up during the period during which the “number of games in the advantageous interval for effect” (notification period) remains.
The "number of games in the advantageous zone for effect" is the number of games for effect to make players feel the expectation of winning a bonus during the continuous effect, and 1 is subtracted for each game during the continuous effect.
The number of games in the advantage zone for effect is determined when a bonus overlapping winning combination (no set difference rare combination or "special bell B") is won (a specific condition is established) in the internal lottery process.
71 and 72, lighting control of the advantageous interval lamp 13 based on the number of games in the advantageous interval for effect will be described below.

FIG. 71 is a flow chart showing the “effect advantageous zone game count determination process” performed by the main control unit 10 . The "advantageous zone game number determination process for effect" is performed by the main control unit 10 operating as determination means, notification period determination means, and transmission means according to the present invention.
First, the main control section 10 determines whether or not the start lever 3 has been operated (S231).
If it is determined that the start lever 3 has not been operated (S231: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the start lever 3 has been operated (S231: Yes), the bonus internal state ) is determined (S232).
If it is determined to be in the bonus internal state (during carryover) (S232: No), the process proceeds to S241, and if it is determined not to be in the bonus internal state (during carryover) (S232: Yes), production It is determined whether or not the number of games in the advantageous interval for use is greater than 0 (S233).
When it is determined that the number of games in the advantageous zone for effect is greater than 0 (S233: Yes), the number of games in the advantageous zone for effect is subtracted by 1 (S234).
On the other hand, when it is determined that the number of games in the advantageous zone for effect is not greater than 0 (S233: No), it is determined whether or not the lottery condition for the number of games in the advantageous zone for effect is satisfied (S235).

Specifically, in the internal lottery process, it is determined whether or not a bonus double winning combination (no set difference rare combination or "special bell B") has been won.
If it is determined that the condition is not satisfied (S235: No), the process proceeds to S241, and if it is determined that the condition is satisfied (S235: Yes), the number of games in the advantageous zone for effect is increased. A lottery is conducted (S236).
For example, when "Special Bell B" is won, "5 games" is selected with a probability of 98.46%, "6 games" is selected with a probability of 1.56%, and "strongest cherry" is won. In this case, "6 games" is selected with a probability of 74.9%, and "7 games" is selected with a probability of 25.1% (see FIG. 42).

Next, it is determined whether or not the bonus is won (S237). That is, it is determined whether or not the no-difference bonus is won in duplicate with the no-difference rare combination or the "special bell B".
If it is determined that the bonus has been won (S237: No), the new number of games in the advantageous zone for effect determined by lottery is rewritten as the current number of games in the advantageous zone for effect (S239).
On the other hand, if it is determined that the bonus has not been won (S237: Yes), it is determined whether or not the new number of games in the advantageous zone for effect determined by lottery is longer than the current number of games in the advantageous zone for effect. A determination is made (S238).
When it is determined that the new number of games in the advantageous interval for effect is longer (S238: Yes), the new number of games in the advantageous interval for effect is rewritten (overwritten) as the current number of games in the advantageous interval for effect (S239). .

In this way, the number of advantageous zone games for effect is determined by lottery each time a winning combination with no set difference or "special bell B" is won. On the condition that the newly determined number of advantageous interval games for effect (second notification period) is longer than the number of advantageous interval games for effect (first notification period), the current number of advantageous interval games for effect Instead, it is updated (overwritten) with the newly determined number of games in the advantageous section for effect.
It should be noted that, regardless of whether the bonus is valid or not, it may always be rewritten to a newly determined number of games in the advantageous interval for effect, or conversely, the number of games in a newly determined advantageous interval for effect may always be rewritten. You may choose not to rewrite.

Next, a number-of-games-in-advantage-section command including the number of games in an advantageous section for production rewritten in S239 is set (S240). Also, a winning combination command including information about the winning combination of the current game is set (S241).
Then, various commands are transmitted to the sub-controller 20 (S242).

FIG. 72 is a flowchart showing the “advantageous section lamp lighting control process” performed by the main control unit 10 .
First, the main control section 10 determines whether or not the third reel stop operation has been performed (S251).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S251: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S251: Yes), the advantageous section lamp 13 is It is determined whether or not the light is off (S252).
When it is determined that the advantageous section lamp 13 is turned off (S252: Yes), it is determined whether or not the number of games for the advantageous section for effect is greater than 0 (S253).
When it is determined that the number of games in the advantageous section for effect is greater than 0 (S253: Yes), control is performed to turn on the advantageous section lamp 13 (S254).

If it is determined in S252 that the advantageous section lamp 13 is not extinguished (lighted) (S252: No), it is determined whether or not the number of games in the advantageous section for effect is "0" ( S255).
When it is determined that the number of games for the advantageous section for effect is "0" (S255: Yes), the advantageous section lamp 13 is turned off (S256).
In this way, when the "number of games in the advantageous section for effect" remains, control is performed to turn on the advantageous section lamp 13. FIG.

Further, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment has a feature that the sub-control section 20 notifies the winning result of the bonus within the period during which the number of games in the advantageous zone for effect remains.
That is, during execution of the continuous effect, the result of winning the bonus is always notified.
Hereinafter, the control of continuous effects based on the number of games in the advantageous zone for effects will be described with reference to FIG.

FIG. 73 is a flow chart showing the "continuous effect determination process" performed by the sub-controller 20. As shown in FIG.
The "continuous effect determination process" is performed by the sub-control section 20 operating as receiving means and effect pattern determining means according to the present invention.
First, the sub-control unit 20 determines whether or not the number-of-games command for the advantageous zone for effect has been received (S261).
If it is determined that the number-of-games-in-advantage-section command has not been received (S261: No), the process is terminated. , it is determined whether or not a winning combination command has been received (S262).
If it is determined that the winning combination command has not been received (S262: No), the process is terminated. S263).

The effect level is set in four stages, for example, and is set so that the bonus win expectation is high based on the relationship of level 1<level 2<level 3<level 4. FIG. Note that level 4 is a state in which the winning of the bonus has been confirmed.
The production level is linked to the production pattern executed during the continuous production, and the higher the production level, the more intense and flashy the production pattern that arouses the expectation of winning the bonus.
In addition, in the following explanation, the production that arouses the bonus winning with intense and flashy production is called "strong production", and compared to "strong production", the production that does not perform intense and flashy production is called "weak production". ”.

The lottery for the performance level is carried out according to the winning combination of the game this time.
For example, if "Special Bell B" is won, "Level 2" is selected with a probability of 20%, and "Level 3" is selected with a probability of 80%. , ``effect level 1'' is selected with 100% probability, and ``level 3'' is selected with 100% probability when the ``strongest cherry'' is won (see FIG. 43). . Although not shown, when the "bonus" is won, the "level 4" is selected with a probability of 100% regardless of the winning combination that has been won twice.

Next, it is determined whether or not the continuous effect is being executed (S264).
When it is determined that the continuous effect is not being executed (S264: No), the effect pattern is determined (effect pattern determining means). In this case, it is determined by lottery based on the number of games of the advantageous zone for effect determined in the game this time and the effect level.
For example, when "level 1" is determined as the effect level and "5 games" is determined as the number of games in the advantageous zone for effect, "no effect" is selected with a probability of 40%, and "promotion" is selected with a probability of 34%. 5 games of production” is selected, with a probability of 20%, “weak production A (4 games of fanning production, 1 game of development production)” is selected, and with a probability of 5%, “strong production A (four games of fanning production, development production)” is selected. 1 game)" is set to be selected (see FIG. 44).
In addition, when "level 1" is determined as the effect level and "6 games" is determined as the number of games in the advantageous zone for effect, "no effect" is selected with a probability of 30%, and "promotion" is selected with a probability of 30%. 6 games of production” is selected, with a probability of 35%, “weak production B (5 games of fanning production, 1 game of development production)” is selected, and with a probability of 5%, “strong production B (5 games of fanning production, development production)” is selected. 1 game)" is set to be selected (see FIG. 44).
In addition, when "level 1" is determined as the effect level and "7 games" is determined as the number of games in the advantageous zone for effect, "no effect" is selected with a probability of 20%, and "weak effect" is selected with a probability of 75%. Effect C (6 games of stimulating effect, 1 game of developing effect)” is selected, and it is set so that “Strong effect C (6 games of stimulating effect, 1 game of developing effect)” is selected with a probability of 5% ( See Figure 44).
Note that the “enthusiastic performance” is a performance that arouses the player's expectation of winning a bonus. The “advancement effect” is a effect (specific effect) for notifying the winning result of the bonus.

In this manner, the effect pattern is set so that the number of games in the advantageous zone for effect and the number of games to be executed in the continuous effect are the same.
Further, when "level 2" to "level 4" are determined as the effect levels, strong effects A to C are likely to be selected based on the relationship of level 1<level 2<level 3<level 4. (See FIGS. 45-47).

In S264, when it is determined that the continuous performance is being executed (S264: Yes), it is determined whether or not the performance level determined by lottery is higher than the performance level related to the continuous performance being executed. (S265).
When it is determined that the lottery-determined effect level is higher (S265: Yes), the effect pattern is determined based on the lottery-determined effect level (S266). That is, instead of the already determined (executed) effect pattern, the continuous effect is executed based on the newly determined effect pattern.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the effect level determined by lottery is lower (S265: No), the process ends. That is, the continuous effect is continuously executed based on the effect pattern being executed.
Thus, every time the performance level is determined by lottery, if the newly determined performance level is higher than the current performance level, the performance pattern is changed based on the newly determined performance level. decide.
As a result, when a performance level with a high degree of expectation for winning a bonus is determined, the content of the performance during the continuous performance changes, so that the player's sense of expectation can be heightened.

Next, with reference to FIG. 83, a specific example during continuous production will be described.
For example, in the normal stage (general stage), if you win a bonus double winning combination (no set difference rare combination or "special bell B"), the number of advantageous zone games for effect is determined (Fig. 83 ( In a), "7 games"), a continuous effect is started on the display 8 (FIG. 83(a)).
In addition, when the third reel stop operation is performed in the game in which the bonus double winning combination is won, the advantageous section lamp 13 lights up.
As the continuous effect, for example, a “battle effect” in which a friend character fights an enemy character is executed.

During the continuous performance, the performance progresses based on the determined performance pattern (FIG. 83(b)).
For example, when "strong effect C" is selected as the effect pattern, one game's advanced effect is performed after six games of exciting effect. In the rousing effect, an effect in which the ally character and the enemy character repeatedly battle is performed, and it is preferable that the strong effects A to C give an effect in which the ally character is superior to the weak effects AC.
Then, in the development effect of the final game (seventh game), the winning result of the bonus is reported. For example, a defeat image in which a teammate character indicating that the bonus has not been won is defeated is displayed (FIG. 83(c)).
At this time, when the number of games in the advantageous section for effect is consumed, the continuous effect is also terminated.
Further, the advantageous interval lamp 13 is turned off after the third reel stop operation of the game in which the number of games for the effect advantageous interval has been completed.

In this way, during the period in which the number of advantageous zone games for effect remains, the advantageous zone lamp 13 is lit, and the result of winning the bonus is notified within the number of advantageous zone games for effect.
As a result, even if the bonus is not won, the advantageous section lamp 13 is lit, so that the player can continue to expect that the bonus will be won.
In addition, in order to end the continuous effect for indicating whether or not the bonus is awarded before the advantageous zone lamp 13 is turned off (before the number of games for the advantageous zone for effect is consumed), the player is instructed not to win the bonus in the middle of the continuous effect. can be prevented from being clearly sensed and the amusement of the game being lowered.

It should be noted that "(2) preventing the lamp from being extinguished in the advantageous section during the continuous effect" may be modified as follows.
In the above description, the case where the effect pattern is selected so that the number of advantageous zone games for effect determined by lottery and the number of games to be executed in the continuous effect are the same has been described, but not limited to this, for example, An effect pattern in which the number of consecutive effect execution games is smaller than the number of effect advantageous interval games may be selected. For example, when "7 games" is determined as the number of games in the advantageous section for effect, "weak effect A (4 games of stimulating effect, 1 game of advanced effect)" or the like may be selected.
In addition, although the number of games of the "advancement effect" is one game, it is not limited to this, and may be two or more games.
Further, when the number of games in the advantage zone for effect is greater than the number of remaining games in the finite RT, "no effect" may be selected with a probability of 100% in the selection of the effect pattern.
This is because when the number of advantageous zone games for effect is greater than the number of remaining games of finite RT, the number of remaining games of finite RT (RT3 or RT4) is consumed, and in a state of shifting to RT0 or RT2, the continuous effect is performed. This is to avoid a case in which the pushing order challenge is suddenly started while it is being executed.

(3) Switching the RT Stock Acquisition Expectation Degree As described above, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment selects the current level from among the six specialized zone expectation levels possessed in stage B2 as described above. It has the feature of switching based on the opportunity of
As a result, the winning expectation (winning probability) of the lottery for transition to stage C (specialized zone) is switched, and the RT stock acquisition expectation is changed.
In the following description, as shown in FIG. 84(a), as the expected levels of the six specialized zones held, the current level is the "blue level", the next level is the "red level", and hereinafter referred to as the "yellow level". , ``blue level'', ``blue level'', and ``green level''.

In the stage B2, in the level display areas 60 to 65 of the display device 8, the possessed specialized zone expectation levels are displayed in the order referred to in the lottery for the transition to the stage C.
Specifically, the current level displayed in the level display area 60 is the first lottery reference, the next level displayed in the level display area 61 is the second lottery reference, and the level The expectation level of the specialized zone displayed in the display area 62 is referred to third by lottery, the expectation level of the specialized zone displayed in the level display area 63 is referred to fourth by lottery, and the level The specialized zone expectation level displayed in the display area 64 is the fifth lottery reference, and the specialized zone expectation level displayed in the level display area 65 is the sixth lottery reference. It has become.

In this state, when the above-described condition of "renewal by one" of the specialized zone expectation level is satisfied, one new specialized zone expectation level is determined.
Here, the case where "(1) specific condition is established" among the "one update" conditions will be described.
Satisfaction of specific conditions means ``the number of remaining games in RT5 is 11 to 20 games'', ``the number of RT stock high probability games is ``0'', and ``the push order replay in the internal lottery process (RT5 It is a case where all of the "transfer replay) has been won (specific display result)" are satisfied.
When this specific condition is satisfied, the replay patterns are arranged in the middle line by following the pressing order of the pressing order replay (RT5 shift replay), and the display 8 notifies that the level has been updated for this time. Note that the specific condition is not limited to the above, and can be arbitrarily set.

The current level is updated such that the current current level disappears on the display 8, and the specialized zone expectation level other than the current level shifts by one.
For example, as shown in FIG. 84(b), the current level "blue level" displayed in the level display area 60 disappears, and the next level "red level" displayed in the level display area 61 disappears. moves to shift to the level this time. In addition, the specialized zone expectation levels displayed in the level display areas 62 to 65 move upward one by one from the bottom of the screen.
Furthermore, the specialized zone expectation level newly determined by lottery is additionally displayed in the level display area 65 .
In addition, the current level displayed in the level display area 60 makes it possible for the player to visually recognize that the degree of expectation for acquiring the RT stock (winning probability) is high during the period when the number of RT stock high-probability games remains. Is displayed. For example, the shape, size, color, etc. are displayed in a manner different from the normal display manner (see FIG. 84(c)).

Further, the specialized zone expectation level is allowed to be updated only once during the period until the number of RT5 games (30 games) is completed.
In addition, it is not limited to this, and it may be allowed to update multiple times, and when the "one update" condition is satisfied, it is decided by lottery whether or not to execute the update. good too.

In this way, among the multiple specialized zone expectation levels (blue level, yellow level, green level, red level) with different probabilities of granting benefits, the current level (current probability state) and the next level ( Next probability state) is determined for a plurality of specialized zone expectation levels, and these are simultaneously notified to the player in a visually recognizable manner.
As a result, the player can grasp not only the degree of expectation of winning in the current stage C (specialized zone) transfer lottery, but also the degree of expectation of winning in the next and subsequent stages.
For example, if the level for this time is "red level" and the level for the next time is "blue level", the degree of expectation is high now and the degree of expectation next time is low. I will play with anticipation.
Conversely, if the current level is the "blue level" and the next level is the "red level", the player expects that the specific condition will be satisfied and plays the game because the expectation is high next time. will do.
Also, if the level for this time and the level for the next time are the same as the "red level", the player has high expectations for the present and the next time, so even if the specific condition is satisfied, the state of high expectations continues. You will play the game while recognizing this.
Also, when a specific condition is satisfied, the current level is switched to the next level.
Therefore, for example, the level can be changed from "low probability state (blue level) → medium probability state (yellow level) to high probability state (green level)", or "high probability state (green level) → high probability state". (Green level) → Super high probability state (Red level)”, instead of alternately controlling the two winning expectations of the low probability state and the high probability state, it is possible to transition in various ways. can.
As a result, it is possible to prevent monotonous changes in the level of expectation of the specialized zone and to prevent a decrease in interest.
In addition, it is possible to make the player play the game with an interest in the level of expectation for the specialized zone, thereby attracting the player to the game.

It should be noted that "(3) Switching the acquisition expectation level (winning probability) of the RT stock" may be modified as follows.
In the above description, a case was described in which the expectation levels of the six specialized zones held were notified by the display device 8. Lamps may be provided, and lighting processing may be performed for each lamp in accordance with the level of expectation for the specialized zone.
In this case, some specialized zone expectation levels may be displayed by the display device 8, and the other specialized zone expectation levels may be notified by a production lamp. For example, only the current level may be displayed on the display 8, and the five specialized zone expectation levels including the next level may be displayed by production lamps.

Also, the case where the current level disappears when the "one update" condition is satisfied has been described, but one specialized zone expectation level to disappear may be determined by lottery. In this case, the disappearing specialized zone expectation level may disappear in order from the one with the lowest winning expectation, or may disappear in the order from the one with the highest winning expectation.
Further, the player may be allowed to rearrange the special zone expectation levels displayed in the level display areas 60 to 65 .
Also, based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, the winning expectation level of the specialized zone expectation level may be upgraded. For example, "blue" may be upgraded to "yellow" and "green" to "red." Alternatively, only the current level displayed in the level display area 60 may be upgraded.
Also, the specialized zone expectation level may be set to 5 or less, or 7 or more.

(4) Perform different display prompts to stop according to the game situation. As described above, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment alternately and repeatedly executes the BB general state and the RB state during the different color BB (see FIG. 85). ), depending on the game situation during the unique BB, the standby screen displayed during the BB general state (normal standby screen, special standby screen, standby screen before the end of the BB), and the RB winning executed during the BB general state , (normal stop prompting effect, special stop prompting effect, pre-BB end stop prompting effect) have different characteristics.

FIG. 88 shows an example of game patterns in a different color BB, and each pattern (1) to (6) will be described below as an example.
Patterns (1) to (3) show the case where the high net increase RB is won in the BB general state after winning the unique BB, and the high net increase RB is won as the first RB.
Pattern (1) is when a low net increase RB is won as the next RB during a high net increase RB, and pattern (2) is when a high net increase RB is elected as the next RB during a high net increase RB. Pattern (3) shows a case where RB is not won during high net addition RB.
Further, in the pattern (2), since the high net increase RB is won during the RB, the above-described notification pattern is determined by lottery, and the "winning notification effect" is executed based on the determined notification pattern. For example, when the start lever 3 or the stop button 5 is operated, a performance image such as "Not yet! Not yet!" Then, after the end of the winning announcement effect, a "next time confirmation screen" for confirming that the next RB is a high net increase RB is displayed.

In such patterns (1) to (3), the standby screen displayed at the start is different in the BB general state that transitions after the end of the high net increase RB (RB (first time)).
Specifically, in the case of pattern (1), since the current RB is "high net increase RB" and the next RB is "low net increase RB", the normal standby screen is displayed ((1) in FIG. 86). reference).
In the case of pattern (2), since the current RB is "high net increase RB" and the next RB is also "high net increase RB", the special standby screen is displayed (see (2) in FIG. 86).
In the case of pattern (3), since the next RB is not won, the normal standby screen is displayed (see (3) in FIG. 86).

Then, in the BB general state, when the RB can win a prize, the stop prompting effect is executed.
For example, in the case of pattern (1) in which the normal standby screen is displayed, the "normal stop prompt effect" is executed (see FIG. 87(a)).
On the other hand, in the case of pattern (2) in which the special standby screen is displayed, the "special stop prompting effect" is executed (see FIG. 87(b)).
"Special stop prompting effect" does not prompt the 7 patterns to be pressed even in a situation where the high net increase RB can be won due to the stop mode in which the 7 patterns are aligned in a V shape. By prompting the pushing order operation, it is stopped in different stopping modes. In this case, for example, the replay symbols are aligned on the lower line and stopped.
This is because, despite the fact that the high net increase RB is to be continued, if there is an effect to aim for the winning pattern of the high net increase RB or an effect to notify that the high net increase RB has entered, This is because the player feels annoyed.
Further, in the case of pattern (3), the "normal stop prompting effect" is executed by winning a high net increase RB or a low net increase RB in the BB normal state.

When RB wins based on such a stop demanding effect, in the case of pattern (1), a "low net increase RB rush effect" indicating that low net increase RB is started is executed.
In addition, in the case of pattern (3), a "high net increase RB rush effect" or a "low net increase RB rush effect" is executed according to the type of RB that has been won.
In the case of pattern (2), the “high net increase RB continuation effect” indicating that the high net increase RB continues is executed.
The “high net increase RB continuation effect” does not perform an effect that notifies that the RB has entered like the “high net increase RB rush effect” or “high net increase RB rush effect”, but the character image of “continue” (special information) is displayed.
Thus, even though the continuation of the high net increase RB has already been notified, the player feels annoyed when the rush performance of the high net increase RB is performed. can be done.

Also, in the case of pattern (2), in the notification pattern lottery, if "no effect" is selected for all, the execution of the winning notification effect and the next confirmation screen will not be displayed, and the so-called latent state will be entered. Thus, when the state is shifted to the BB general state, the normal standby screen is displayed. Then, in the normal stop demanding effect, the player wins the high net increase RB.

Patterns (4) to (6) show the case where the low net increase RB is won in the BB general state after winning the unique BB, and the low net increase RB is won as the first RB.
Pattern (4) is when a low net increase RB is elected as the next RB during low net increase RBs, and pattern (5) is when a high net increase RB is elected as the next RB during low net increase RBs. Pattern (6) shows a case where RB is not won during low net addition RB.
Furthermore, for pattern (4) and pattern (5), since the next RB is won during the RB, the above-described notification pattern is determined by lottery, and the "mode UP effect" is executed based on the determined notification pattern. be.

In such patterns (4) to (6), the normal standby screen is displayed ((4) to (6 )reference).
Then, in the BB general state, in the case of pattern (4) and pattern (5) in which the RB is in a prize winning state, the "normal stop prompting effect" is executed.
Further, in the case of pattern (6), the "normal stop prompting effect" is executed by winning a high net increase RB or a low net increase RB in the BB general state.
When RB is won based on such a stop prompting effect, in the case of pattern (4), "low net increase RB rush effect" is executed, and in the case of pattern (5), "high net increase RB rush effect" is executed, In the case of pattern (6), a "low net increase RB rush effect" or a "high net increase RB rush effect" is executed.

In this way, according to the game situation (types of RB for this time and RB for next time) in the different color BB, a plurality of different types of stop prompting effects are performed when RB winning in BB general state.
As a result, the effect during the bonus becomes gorgeous and the interest can be improved.
In addition, since different stop prompting effects are performed according to the game situation, the player can be made aware of the game situation by the stop prompting effect.

Also, in the BB general state, if a low net increase RB is won as the next RB (pattern (1) and pattern (4)), the "normal standby screen" is displayed and then the "normal stop prompt effect" is executed. be done. On the other hand, when a high net increase RB is won as the next RB (pattern (5)), similarly, the "normal stop prompting effect" may be executed after the "normal standby screen" is displayed.
As a result, the player can play the game expecting the possibility of winning the high net increase RB even when the "normal standby screen" is displayed in the BB general state, and the interest in the game can be enhanced.

[RB Winning Effect Control Processing]
Next, the "RB winning effect control process" performed by the sub-control section 20 will be described with reference to FIG.
First, the sub control unit 20 determines whether or not the RB winning command has been received (S271).
If it is determined that the RB winning command has not been received (S271: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the RB winning command has been received (S271: Yes), whether the BB general state It is determined whether or not (S272).
If it is determined that it is in the BB general state (S272: Yes), it is determined whether or not the normal standby screen is being displayed (S273).
When it is determined that the normal standby screen is being displayed (S273: Yes), a normal stop prompt effect is executed (S274).

On the other hand, if it is determined that the normal standby screen is not being displayed (S273: No), it is determined whether or not the special standby screen is being displayed (S295).
When it is determined that the special standby screen is being displayed (S295: Yes), a special stop operation effect is executed (S276).
When it is determined that the special standby screen is not being displayed (the standby screen before the end of the BB is being displayed) (S295: No), the pre-BB end stop operation effect is executed (S277).

In S272, if it is determined that the BB state is not the normal state (the state is the RB state) (S272: No), it is determined whether or not the conditions for determining the content of the effect during the RB are established (S278). . Specifically, it is determined whether or not the first RB is won.
When it is determined that the condition is established (S278: Yes), it is determined whether or not the high net addition RB is being executed (S279).
If it is determined that the high net increase RB is being executed (S279: Yes), it is determined whether or not the next winning RB is a high net increase RB (S280).
When it is determined that the winning RB is a high net increase RB (S280: Yes), the effect contents of the high net increase RB being executed are determined (S281). Specifically, the notification pattern lottery table (FIGS. 48 to 50) is referenced to determine the notification pattern.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the high net increase RB is not being executed (the low net increase RB is being executed) (S279: No), the effect content of the low net increase RB being executed is determined (S282). Specifically, the notification pattern is determined by referring to the effect pattern lottery table (FIGS. 51 to 54).
Next, an effect corresponding to each RB is executed (S283). For example, in the case of the first RB, an effect is executed based on the effect pattern determined in S281 or S282. Also, in the case of the RB other than the first time (S278: No), the effect is executed based on the already determined effect pattern.

[RB Winning Effect Control Processing]
Next, the "RB winning effect control process" performed by the sub-controller 20 will be described with reference to FIG.
First, the sub control unit 20 determines whether or not an RB winning command has been received (S291).
If it is determined that the RB winning command has not been received (S291: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the RB winning command has been received (S291: Yes), the standby screen before the end of the BB is displayed. It is determined whether or not RB has been won (S292).
When it is determined that RB has won during the display of the standby screen before the end of BB (S292: Yes), the RB effect before the end of BB is executed (S293). In this case, the standby screen before the end of BB is continuously displayed except that the RB winning history is updated. Note that a rush effect may be performed based on the type of winning RB.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the RB has not been won during the display of the standby screen before the end of the BB (S292: No), it is determined whether or not the high net increase RB has been won (S294).
When it is determined that the high net increase RB has won (S294: Yes), it is determined whether or not the special standby screen is being displayed (S295).
When it is determined that the special standby screen is being displayed (S295: Yes), the high net increase RB continuation effect is executed (S296).
On the other hand, when it is determined that the special standby screen is not being displayed (S295: No), a high net increase RB rush effect is executed (S297).
In S294, when it is determined that the high net increase RB has not won (the low net increase RB has won) (S294: No), the low net increase RB rush effect is executed (S298).

[RB end effect control process]
Next, the "RB end effect control process" performed by the sub-control unit 20 will be described with reference to FIG.
First, the sub control unit 20 determines whether or not an RB end command has been received (S301).
If it is determined that the RB end command has not been received (S301: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the RB end command has been received (S301: Yes), whether the BB end command has not been received It is determined whether or not (S302).
When it is determined that the BB end command has been received (S302: Yes), the process is terminated. It is determined whether or not (S303).

If it is determined that the RB has been consumed the specified number of times (S303: Yes), the standby screen before the end of the BB is displayed (S304).
On the other hand, if it is determined that the RB has not been consumed the specified number of times (S303: No), it is determined whether or not the continuation of the high net increase RB (continuous run) is confirmed (S305).
If it is determined that the continuation of the high net increase RB (Renso) is confirmed (S305: Yes), a special standby screen is displayed (S306), and the continuation of the high net increase RB (Renso) is not confirmed. If so (S305: No), the normal standby screen is displayed (S307).

It should be noted that "(4) displaying a different stop prompting display depending on the game situation" may be modified as follows.
For example, if an RB is won during the BB general state after the end of the RB, the standby screen may be switched based on the type of the RB that was won.
Specifically, like pattern (3), if you win a high net increase RB during the BB general state after the first RB ends, switch the displayed normal standby screen to a special standby screen. good too.
In this case, a special stop prompting effect may be executed instead of the normal stop prompting effect for the stop prompting effect at the time of RB winning.

In addition, the standby screen displayed during the BB normal state and the stop prompt effect at the time of RB winning executed during the BB normal state are not limited to the types described above, and can be arbitrarily set.
For example, a standby screen displayed when the number of wins of high net increase RBs or low net increase RBs reaches or exceeds a predetermined number of times, or a stop demanding effect corresponding to this may be provided. For example, when the number of wins for a high net increase RB is two or more, a standby screen displaying information advantageous to the player, a stop demanding effect, or an RB rush effect can be displayed to enhance the interest in the game. .

(5) Set the remaining number of games in RT5 as the number of games in the specialized zone. As described above, the slot machine 1 in this embodiment performs a lottery to move to stage C (specialized zone) in stage B2. . Then, if the lottery to move to stage C is won, the number of remaining games of stage B2 (first probability state) (the number of remaining games of RT5 (number of games played)) is changed to the start of stage C (second probability state) It has the feature of taking over as the number of games.
In the following description, the case of winning stage C2 will be described as an example.

FIG. 89 shows an example of an effect in stage C2, which is shifted from stage B2.
If the lottery for transition to stage C2 is won during stage B2 (FIG. 89(a)), a screen showing entry to stage C2 is displayed in the next game (FIG. 89(b)). At this time, a special effect (for example, a so-called freeze effect in which the reels 41 do not rotate for a certain period of time) is performed.
At this time, the number of games in stage C2 takes over the number of remaining games in stage B2 (the number of remaining games in RT5) (FIGS. 89(a) and (b)).

Also, when the screen for entering stage C2 is displayed, the number of simulated games G (game number information) is displayed in a predetermined display area of the display device 8 .
This pseudo game number G is the number of games provided for the effect in stage C2, and while the actual number of remaining games is the number of remaining games of RT5, the pseudo number of remaining games of stage C2 is indicated. It is a thing.

Then, during stage C2, if "white 7 replay" is won in the internal lottery process, when the start lever 3 of the winning game is operated, an effect prompting a stop display of white 7 symbols (for example, "Aim for white 7 !!”) is executed (FIG. 89(c)).
Then, after the third reel stop operation of the game is completed, a screen indicating acquisition of RT stock (for example, "Acquire RT stock!") is displayed (FIG. 89(e)).
At this time, the number of simulated games G displayed is reset. That is, for example, the number of simulated games G that was "3" is counted up to "8" and displayed.

In addition, in the internal lottery process in stage C2, if a winning combination other than white 7 replay (for example, a rare combination with no setting difference) is won, for example, a character image of "opportunity" or a navigation image ("!" image) is displayed (FIG. 89(d)).
Then, when winning the RT stock acquisition lottery with the winning of the rare combination with no set difference as an opportunity, after the third reel stop operation of the game is completed, a screen showing the acquisition of the RT stock (for example, "RT Stock Acquisition!") is displayed (FIG. 89(f)).
In this case, unlike the case where "white 7 replay" is won, the pseudo game number G is not reset.

In this way, when "White 7 Replay" is won, the pseudo game number G is reset, and when anything other than "White 7 Replay" is won, the pseudo game number G is reset. It is designed not to be
As a result, only when "white 7 replay" is won, stage C2 can be made to look as if one executable right has been granted, and the player can be given the impression that they are playing consecutively. and can raise expectations.

At stage C2, 1 is subtracted from the number of remaining games of RT5 and the number of pseudo games G for each game, and when the number of pseudo games G reaches "0", the number of pseudo games G switches to the display of "?" (FIG. 89). (g)-(j)).
If a winning combination other than White 7 Replay is won while the number of simulated games G has reached "0", an image prompting the player's expectations is displayed in the same manner as described above (see FIG. 89 ( l)).
Then, when the lottery for acquisition of RT stock is won, a screen indicating acquisition of RT stock is displayed (FIG. 89(n)).

On the other hand, when the number of simulated games G reaches '0' and 'White 7 Replay' is won, the symbol combination corresponding to 'White 7 Replay' is prevented from being stopped. A navigation image (operation order image (“1”-“3”-“2”)) for the operation is displayed (FIG. 89(k)).
Then, after the third reel stop operation is completed, the normal background image is displayed without displaying the screen showing the acquisition of the RT stock although the RT stock has been acquired (FIG. 89(m)).
As the game progresses in stage C2, the number of remaining games in RT5 is consumed, and when the combination of symbols for replay after RT5 is stopped and displayed, stage C2 ends (FIG. 89(o)).
Stage C2 may be ended when the number of remaining games of RT5 is completed.

In addition, when a bonus (third game state) is won during stage C2, 30 games are newly set as the number of RT5 games after the bonus is completed, regardless of the remaining number of games in RT5 when the bonus is won. Then, the game of stage C2 is started. The same applies to stage C1.

In this way, the number of staying games in stage C2 changes according to the winning (shifting) timing from stage B2 to stage C2, so that the game in stage C2 can be prevented from becoming monotonous.
Also, in the stage B2 in which one set consists of 30 games, the earlier the transition to the stage C2 is established, the longer the period during which the stage C2 is controlled. The size of the privilege to be given (the number of acquired RT stocks) can be changed.
In addition, since the pseudo game number G, which indicates the number of remaining games in stage C2 in a pseudo manner, is reset when "white 7 replay" is won, the stay period of stage C2 ( By making it look like the rest of the game has been extended, it is possible to increase the player's interest in the game and the sense of anticipation.

Further, when "White 7 Replay" is won during stage C2, if the number of remaining games in RT5 is a predetermined number (for example, 9 games) or more (first number of games played), white 7 symbols are displayed in a stopped state. Although the prompting effect and the number of simulated games are reset, if the number of remaining games in RT5 is a predetermined number (e.g., 8 games) or less (second game count), the effect of prompting the stop display of white 7 symbols and the simulated game are performed. It is designed not to reset the number of games.
As a result, when the number of remaining games in RT5 becomes "0" and the stage C2 ends, the number of pseudo games remains "1 or more" and is displayed, thereby preventing the player from having doubts. can be done.

It should be noted that "(5) setting the number of remaining games in RT5 as the number of games in the specialized zone" can be modified as follows.
In the above description, the case of the RT machine capable of controlling a plurality of RT states including RT5 has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and can also be applied to an AT machine (ART machine).
That is, the slot machine 1 having one infinite RT and the special stage in the AT (ART) state has the same characteristics.
Specifically, as shown in FIG. 90, as RTs, a low RT with a low probability of winning a replay combination and a high RT with a high probability of winning a replay combination are provided.
The transition from low RT to high RT is made by winning a promotion replay combination and stop-displaying a combination of symbols corresponding to the promotion replay combination. Similarly, the transition from high RT to low RT is made by winning a falling replay combination and stop-displaying a combination of symbols corresponding to the falling replay combination.
AT is a game state in which the pressing order of the stop buttons 5a to 5c is navigated to assist winning when a small combination or a replay combination is won, and the "push order bell combination" in which medals are paid out is won. .
Also, AT is managed by the number of games (AT number), and for example, a predetermined number of times (eg, 30 games) is set for one set.
Then, in the special stage in the AT state, it is possible to stay during the period in which the number of ATs remains in each stage, and when the number of ATs is consumed, in principle, the stage shifts to the normal stage.

In the slot machine 1 capable of controlling such a special stage in the AT state, when a lottery for shifting to stage C is won in stage B2, the right of AT is granted and the number of times of AT in stage B2 is increased. Even if it is not digested, it moves to stage C1 or stage C2.
Then, the number of remaining AT games in stage B2 when the lottery for transition to stage C is won is taken over as the number of starting games in stage C1 or stage C2.
The slot machine 1 having such a game state also has the same characteristics as described above and produces the same effects.

As described above, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, it is possible to start a game by setting a predetermined number of bets (bet number) for one game. When the display result is derived to the variable display means (reel 41) for variably displaying information, one game is completed and the game state is the normal game state (state other than the bonus state), the variable display means. is a specific display result (stop display of symbols corresponding to unique blue BB or unique red BB), the game state is changed to a specific game state (unique blue BB, unique red BB) that is advantageous to the player ), in a specific game state, a first state (BB general state) and a second state (RB state) more advantageous to the player than the first state. and a pre-determining means (main control unit 10), derivation operation means (stop button 5) operable by the player to derive the display result, and the display result determined by the predetermined determination means and the display result according to the operation mode of the derivation operation means. derivation control means (main control unit 10) capable of deriving , and notification means (display device 8, etc.) capable of informing information about the display result determined by the pre-determination means before the display result is derived, The pre-determining means can determine a special display result (stop display of symbols corresponding to high net increase RB or low net increase RB) in the first state, and the state control means can determine the special display result in the first state. is derived, the control to shift to the second state can be executed, and the notification means, when the special display result is determined by the pre-determination means, reports different types according to the game situation (stop prompting effect) was configured to be executable.

As a result, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment exhibits the following effects.
In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, in a specific game state (different color BB) controllable to any state including a first state (BB general state) and a second state (RB state), a game is played during a different color BB. Depending on the situation (types of the current RB and the next RB), when the RB wins in the BB general state, a plurality of different types of stop prompting effects are performed.
Therefore, when the RB wins in the different color BB, various stop prompting effects are executed, so the effect in the different color BB becomes gorgeous and the interest can be improved.
Further, since different stop prompting effects are performed according to the game situation, it is possible for the player to recognize the game situation during the unique BB depending on the type of stop prompting effect to be executed.
On the other hand, Patent Literature 1 discloses a gaming machine that executes a stop prompt display prompting to stop a specific symbol in a game situation in which the symbol corresponding to RB can be stopped during the BB general state.
However, since this game machine has only one type of display prompting to stop, there is a possibility that the performance effect is poor and the interest in the game is reduced.

As described above, according to the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, it is possible to give the player interest, interest, excitement, and anticipation that are not found in games played in conventional gaming machines. It is possible to realize a new game property.
Further, according to the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, all or part of such problems that conventional gaming machines should be solved can be solved.

Further, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the specific game state (blue unique BB, red unique BB) is the number of game media given in the first state (BB general state) and the second state (RB state). is a game state that ends when the number of given game media exceeds a predetermined number, and the second state is when a specific condition including the specific game state ends the predetermined number of RBs is completed), and the pre-determining means provides the first special display result (stop display of the symbol corresponding to the high net increase RB) as the special display result; second special display result (stop display of symbols corresponding to low net increase RB), and the state control means, in the first state, when the first special display result is derived to the variable display means, It is possible to execute control to shift to a special second state (high net increase RB) as two states, and in the first state, when the second special display result is derived on the variable display means, it is more disadvantageous than the special second state. can execute control to shift to a specific second state (low net addition RB), and the notification means, when the first special display result is determined by the advance determination means, in the first state, the first state is special If the state is controlled after the end of the second state, the first notification (special stop prompt effect) can be executed, and if the first state is the state that is controlled after the end of the specific second state, The configuration is such that the second notification (normal stop prompting effect) can be executed.

In addition, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the notifying means (display device 8, etc.) is provided when the second special display result (symbol stop display corresponding to the low net increase RB) is determined by the pre-determining means. , in the first state (BB general state), the second notification (normal stop prompting effect) can be executed.

Further, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, in the first state (BB normal state) shifted after the end of the special second state (high net increase RB), the first special display result (symbol corresponding to high net increase RB stop display) is derived, continuation information reporting means (display device 8, etc. ).

Further, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment is provided with operation means (effect button 2c) that can be operated by the player, and when the operation means is operated by the player, the first special display result (high net increase RB Specific information capable of announcing specific information (stopped number of high net increase RB and low net increase RB) that is information on the second special display result (stop display of symbol corresponding to low net increase RB) and second special display result (stop display of symbol corresponding to low net increase RB) A notification means (display device 8, etc.) is provided, and the specific information notification means is configured to be able to notify the specific information when the second notification (normal stop prompt effect) is being executed by the notification means. .

Further, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the specific game state (blue unique BB, red unique BB) is the number of game media given in the first state (BB general state) and the second state (RB state). is a game state that ends when the number of given game media exceeds a predetermined number, and the specific condition including the end of the specific game state is satisfied (reaching the upper limit payout number of different color BBs, the specified number of times RB is completed), and the notification means, when the special display result (symbols corresponding to high net increase RB or low net increase RB) is determined by the pre-determining means, In the first state, when the second state to which the special display result is transferred to the variable display means is determined to end based on the establishment of the specific condition, the first notification (BB (pre-end stop prompt effect) can be executed, and the second state to which the special display result is transferred to the variable display means is determined to end based on the end of the specific game state. In this case, the second notification (normal stop prompt effect) different in type from the first notification can be executed.

In the inventions according to the embodiments described above, the following cases can also be applied as modified or applied embodiments.

For example, the present invention may be applied to an AT machine (ART machine). That is, a push order bell may be mounted. For example, by providing push-order bells corresponding to each of three push-orders and operating stop buttons 5a to 5c in the operation order corresponding to each push-order bell, the symbols are stopped and displayed. You may do so. In addition, the pressing order bells are not limited to three, and six pressing order bells may be provided.
Also, in the present embodiment, the big bonus and the regular bonus are provided as the types of "bonus", but only one of them may be provided, or neither of them may be provided. If no bonus is provided, for example, another type of RT may be provided, the RT may be used as a pseudo-bonus, and the pseudo-bonus may be provided with a bonus function.
In addition, the number of games is used as a manageable value for RT5, but not limited to this, for example, the number of times a small win such as a bell is won, the number of medals won, the number of medals paid out, the difference in the number of medals (inserted medals and difference in payout medals), and the like.
RT3 to RT5 are finite RTs, and although the number of games is defined, the game settings can be changed arbitrarily. It should be noted that an infinite RT that does not specify the number of games may be used.
Also, although RT0 to RT2 are infinite RT, some or all of them may be finite RT.
It should be noted that the "rolling eyes" are not limited to the "single hand", and may be the "rolling eyes" of another hand (for example, a bell hand).
Also, in the special stage, an extra lottery may be held to increase the number of RT5 games.

Further, in the present embodiment, the setting difference bonuses (blue unique BB, red unique BB, high net increase RB, low net increase RB) are described in the case where the lottery process related to the transition to the special stage is not performed, but this is the case. For example, a lottery process related to transition to a special stage may be performed for a set difference bonus won during an advantageous section.
Also, the winning probability associated with each table in this embodiment is not limited to the values described above, and can be arbitrarily changed.

In addition, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 10 performs the operation as various means such as the game state control means, but the sub-control unit 20 performs some or all of them, and the sub-control unit 20 operates as various means. You can also
Also, on the contrary, although the sub-control section 20 performed operations as various means such as effect state control means, the main control section 10 performs some or all of them, and the main control section 10 operates as various means. can also

Also, although the present invention is applied to slot machines, it can also be applied to other game machines such as pachinko (for example, ball slots).
In addition, the present invention can also be applied to a so-called enclosed game machine that can execute a game using pseudo game media in a data format without using actual game media such as medals and game balls.

Further, in this embodiment, the reel driven and controlled by the motor is used as the variable display means. By displaying , the display can be used as variable display means for identification information.

1 slot machine 2c production button 5 stop button 8 indicator (informing means, addition informing means, specific informing means, continuous information informing means, specific information informing means)
13 Advantageous section lamp 50 Game description screen 52 Operation prompting images 60 to 65 Level display area R Specific display area G Number of pseudo games 10 Main control unit (stop display control means, determination means, notification period determination means, transmission means, game state control Means, Benefit Giving Means, Probability State Control Means, Probability State Determining Means, Predetermining Means, State Control Means, Predetermining Means, Derivation Control Means, Counting Means)
20 sub control unit (change means, effect state control means, receiving means, effect pattern determination means)

Claims (2)

a game state control means capable of controlling any one of game states including a first game state and a second game state more advantageous to the player than the first game state;
a section control means capable of controlling any one of the sections including the normal section and the advantageous section;
a counting means capable of counting the number of games played in the advantageous section ;
with
The second game state is
a specific second gaming state;
a special second game state that can be shifted to when a specific condition is established in the specific second game state;
including
The special second game state is
A first special second game state that can be shifted to when a predetermined condition is not satisfied after the specific condition is satisfied;
a second special second game state that can be shifted to when the predetermined condition is satisfied after the specific condition is satisfied;
including
The section control means is
In the first game state, controllable to the normal section,
In the second game state, controllable to the advantageous section,
The game state control means is
In the second game state, when the counting result by the counting means indicates the first number of times, controlling to the first game state,
The specific conditions are
In the specific second game state, when the count result by the counting means is a second number indicating that the number of game executions is smaller than the first number of times, and when the number of game executions is less than the second number of times. The probability of being established in the case of the third number indicating that there are few is the same,
The predetermined condition is
In the specific second game state, the condition is more likely to be established when the counting result by the counting means is the third number of times than when the second number of times.
A gaming machine characterized by: A privilege granting means capable of granting a privilege for controlling to the second game state is provided,
The privilege granting means is
It is characterized in that the probability of giving the privilege is higher when the specific role is won in the second special second game state than when the specific role is won in the specific second game state. The game machine according to claim 1.

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