JP7355400B2 - gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

As a gaming machine, for example, there is a slot machine, and in the slot machine, a game state advantageous to the player is called AT (assist time), which informs (navigates) the winning of a small winning combination or a replay winning combination so that it can be achieved. Some have a gaming state.
Some of these slot machines are known to have a high probability state in which it is easy to shift to a gaming state advantageous to the player, and a low probability state in which it is difficult to shift to a gaming state advantageous to the player (for example, Patent Document 1 ).

JP 2017-185 Publication

However, such conventional gaming machines have room for improvement.

In order to solve the above problems, the gaming machine of the present invention has a first gaming state in which it is possible to stay in the normal section and is a non-AT state, and a second gaming state in which it is possible to stay in the advantageous section and is in the first CZ state. a gaming state, a third gaming state in which it is possible to stay in the advantageous section and is a second CZ state, a fourth gaming state in which it is possible to stay in the advantageous section and is a pseudo bonus state; Any game out of a plurality of gaming states including a fifth gaming state in which the player can stay and is in an AT state, and a sixth gaming state in which he can stay in the advantageous section and is in a non-AT state. a first determining means capable of determining a transition to the fourth gaming state in the second gaming state; and a first determining device capable of determining a transition to the fourth gaming state in the third gaming state; a second determining means capable of determining a transition to the fifth gaming state in the fourth gaming state; and a third determining means capable of determining a transition to the fifth gaming state in the fourth gaming state; storage means capable of storing information throughout the game, and the game state control means is configured to control the game state in the advantageous section in the first game state and in a state where the storage means does not store specific information. If the transition condition is satisfied, the transition condition to the advantageous section is established while the control is in the sixth gaming state, the first gaming state is in the first gaming state, and the storage means stores specific information. If, in the second gaming state , the determination result by the first determining means indicates a transition to the fourth gaming state, it is possible to control to the fourth gaming state. In the third gaming state, if the determination result by the second determining means indicates a transition to the fifth gaming state, it is possible to control to the fifth gaming state, and the fourth gaming state In this case, when the determination result by the third determination means indicates a transition to the fifth gaming state, it is possible to control to the fifth gaming state, and in the fifth gaming state, a predetermined termination condition is satisfied. In this case, it is possible to control the game to the first gaming state, and the third gaming state is configured not to shift to the fourth gaming state.

FIG. 2 is a schematic front view showing the appearance of the gaming machine. FIG. 2 is a schematic perspective view showing the internal configuration of the gaming machine. It is a block diagram showing a control configuration of a gaming machine. It is a chart showing the arrangement of reel symbols. It is a chart showing combinations of symbols and payouts for push order bell combinations. It is a chart showing symbol combinations and payouts other than the push order bell combination. Push order It is a chart showing the relationship between the push order of the bell combination and the payout. It is a chart showing an internal lottery table. It is a state transition diagram of RT state. It is a state transition diagram of a gaming state. It is a state transition diagram of a gaming state. It is a state transition diagram of a CZ stage. It is a state transition diagram of pseudo bonus A. It is a chart showing a pseudo setting value lottery table. It is a chart showing a gaming state transition lottery table. It is a chart showing a cycle number lottery table. It is a chart showing a winning cycle lottery table. It is a chart showing a periodic pattern lottery table. It is a chart showing a periodic game number lottery table. It is a chart showing an AT state lottery table (normal). It is a chart showing an AT type lottery table (normally awarded). It is a chart showing a CZ stage lottery table. It is a chart showing a CZ mode lottery table. It is a chart showing an AT type lottery table (awarded after the end of cycle C). It is a chart showing an AT state lottery table (CZ1-CZ4). It is a chart showing an AT type lottery table (CZ). It is a chart showing an additional lottery table for the number of navigation notifications. It is a chart showing a lottery table. It is a chart showing a special preparation stage lottery table. It is a chart showing an AT type lottery table (CZ5). It is a chart showing a stock lottery table. It is a chart showing an AT stage lottery table (low accuracy, high accuracy, super high accuracy). It is a chart showing a super high probability lottery table and a high probability lottery table. It is a chart showing a stage promotion lottery table. It is a chart showing an ally character lottery table. It is a chart showing an enemy character lottery table. It is a chart showing a zero combo lottery table. It is a chart showing a chance stock lottery table (normal AT stage). It is a chart showing a high probability game number lottery table. It is a chart showing a set stock lottery table (pseudo bonus B2). It is a chart showing a set stock lottery table (pseudo bonus B1). It is a chart showing a battle breakthrough lottery table. It is a chart showing a privilege lottery table (normal AT). It is a chart showing a privilege lottery table (episode AT). It is a chart showing a set stock lottery table. It is a chart showing a loop stock lottery table. It is a chart showing an ending C lottery table. It is a chart showing a loop stock notification lottery table. It is a chart showing a chance stock lottery table. It is a flowchart which shows non-advantageous state control processing. It is a flowchart which shows period A control processing. It is a flowchart which shows period B control processing. It is a flowchart which shows period C control processing. 3 is a flowchart showing CZ1 to CZ4 control processing. It is a flowchart which shows CZ5 control processing. It is a flowchart which shows pseudo bonus A1 control processing. It is a flowchart which shows pseudo bonus A1 control processing. It is a flowchart showing pseudo bonus A2 to A7 control processing. 3 is a flowchart showing preparation stage control processing. It is a flowchart which shows normal AT stage control processing. It is a flowchart which shows pseudo bonus B control processing. It is a flowchart which shows battle preparation stage control processing. It is a flowchart which shows a battle stage control process. 3 is a flowchart illustrating a termination standby stage control process. It is a flowchart which shows specialized stage control processing. It is a flowchart which shows special AT stage control processing. It is a flowchart which shows special AT stage performance control processing. It is a flowchart which shows ending control processing. FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining state transition during a normal stage. It is a diagram for explaining an example of production during a CZ stage. FIG. 6 is a diagram for explaining an example of a performance during a preparation stage or a battle preparation stage. It is a diagram for explaining an example of a zero combo performance during a normal AT stage. FIG. 6 is a diagram for explaining state transition during a battle stage.

Preferred embodiments of the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
First, the overall configuration of the slot machine 1 will be explained.
The slot machine 1 is an embodiment of a gaming machine according to the present invention, and is installed in a gaming hall or the like.
As shown in FIGS. 1 to 3, the slot machine 1 includes a front door 1a, a housing 1b, a medal slot 2, a bet button 2a, a medal selector 2b, a performance button 2c, a cross key button 2d, a start lever 3, and a drum unit. 4, reel 41, stop button 5, display window 6, medal payout device 7, hopper 7a, medal payout port 7b, display 8, speaker 9, lamp 11, navigation lamp 12, advantageous section lamp 13, power supply device 14, probability It includes a setting device 15, an external output terminal 16, a main control section 10, a sub-control section 20, and the like.

Note that the main control unit 10 and the sub-control unit 20 are each equipped with a storage unit and a control unit, and are devices capable of performing various calculation processes and various controls, and are included in the concept of a computer. Each storage section includes a storage device such as a semiconductor memory element that stores programs, information, etc. necessary for the operation of the slot machine 1. Each control unit includes a CPU and the like. Each control unit realizes various functions of this embodiment by appropriately reading and executing various programs stored in each storage unit.

The slot machine 1, like a normal slot machine, includes a housing 1b having an opening on the front surface, and a front door 1a that covers the opening in an openable and closable manner.
A display window 6 is formed in the center of the front door 1a so that the rear can be viewed, and the symbols displayed on the reels 41 can be viewed through the display window 6.
Further, a stepped portion protruding toward the front is formed below the display window 6, and on the upper surface of this stepped portion, there is a medal slot 2 into which medals are inserted, and a medal slot 2 that can be pressed by the player at the start of the game. A bet button 2a for setting the number of bets, a performance button 2c for changing the performance etc. displayed on the display 8 by the player's operation, and a selection or cancellation of display items on the display 8 by the player's operation. It is equipped with a cross key button 2d that allows you to perform the following actions.
Further, the front side of the stepped portion is provided with a start lever 3 that the player operates when starting a game, and a stop button 5 that the player presses when stopping the reels 41.

Further, above the display window 6, navigation lamps 12 (navigation lamps 12a, 12b, 12c) that can notify the player of the order in which the stop buttons 5 are operated are arranged corresponding to each reel 41a, 41b, 41c. Ru.
An advantageous section lamp 13 composed of, for example, an LED is disposed below the display window 6. The advantageous section lamp 13 is controlled to be lit during an advantageous section (described later). Note that, instead of the advantageous section lamp 13, the slot machine 1 uses, for example, a "dot" portion of a 7-segment display (also referred to as "7-seg") that constitutes a payout number display section that displays the number of medals paid out. , may be controlled to turn on.

A display 8 is provided at the top of the front door 1a and serves as a notification means and an information display means.
The display device 8 is composed of, for example, a liquid crystal display device, and displays various effects using images, various information in the game, and the like.
Note that although one display device 8 is provided as shown in FIG. 1, the present invention is not limited to this, and a plurality of display devices may be provided. For example, by providing two displays (a main display and a sub-display) and arranging them side by side, the main display and sub-display can function together as one display. Good too. Alternatively, the sub-display may be disposed closer to the reel 41 than the main display so that the displayed image can be easily viewed while viewing the rotation or stoppage of the reel 41.
Further, a display may be provided on a lower panel display which is a large display section disposed below the slot machine 1.

Above the display device 8 is a speaker 9 that operates as a notification means and provides sound effects and notifications, as well as a speaker 9 that emits lights when winning each role and lights effects and notifications corresponding to the effects displayed on the display device 8. The lamp 11 is equipped with a lamp 11.
Further, the lower part of the front door 1a is provided with a medal payout opening 7b through which medals are paid out.

The upper part of the casing 1b is equipped with a main control section 10 that controls the game in an integrated manner, and the upper part of the front door 1a is equipped with a sub-control section that controls the performance of the game etc. under the control of the main control section 10. 20.
Furthermore, a drum unit 4 for rotationally driving a reel 41 is provided in the center of the housing 1b. The drum unit 4 includes a reel 41a, a reel 41b, and a reel 41c arranged in parallel in the horizontal direction, and each of these reels 41a to 41c is configured to be rotatable by driving a stepping motor (not shown).

The reels 41a to 41c are an example of identification information display means, and on the circumferential surface of the reels 41a to 41c, a plurality of (for example, 20) symbols serving as identification information are displayed, such as "Replay 1" and "Replay 2." ”, “bell”, “BAR”, “red 7”, “white 7”, “BAR”, etc. are displayed.
Note that the form of the reels 41a to 41c is not limited to this, and for example, the number of symbols on the circumferential surface may be other than 20.
Further, in FIG. 4, each symbol is identified by a notation, but the actual reel 41 has a predetermined design corresponding to each winning combination.
Further, the lower part of the housing 1b is equipped with a medal dispensing device 7 for dispensing medals and a hopper 7a for storing medals, and the medals dispensed from the medal dispensing device 7 are passed through a medal dispensing port 7b. paid out to the player.

A power supply device 14 is provided at the bottom of the housing 1b.
The power supply device 14 is a device for supplying power to each device including the main control unit 10 and the sub-control unit 20, and monitors the voltage or frequency of the power supply input from the outside of the slot machine 1, and Alternatively, a power cutoff signal indicating that the power supply to the slot machine 1 has been stopped due to a decrease in the frequency below a predetermined value is output to the main control section 10 and the sub-control section 20.
Furthermore, when the power supply device 14 detects the supply of power indicating a voltage or frequency exceeding a predetermined value due to power restoration, the power supply device 14 sends a power restoration signal to the main control unit 10 indicating that power supply to the slot machine 1 has started. and output to the sub-control unit 20.

FIG. 3 shows the configuration of the control system of the slot machine 1. Note that the same reference numerals are given to the same or corresponding components as those explained in FIGS. 1 and 2.
The main control section 10 performs drawing of winning combinations, game progress control, etc., and the sub-control section 20 performs various production controls etc. based on control information from the main control section 10.
The transmission of control information between the main control unit 10 and the sub-control unit 20 is limited to only one direction from the main control unit 10 to the sub-control unit 20, and unauthorized signals from the sub-control unit 20 to the main control unit 10 input is prevented.
The main control unit 10 includes a bet button 2a, a medal selector 2b, a start lever 3, a stop button 5, a drum unit 4, a medal payout device 7, an advantageous section lamp 13, a probability setting device 15 (setting means), an external output terminal 16, and a sub. It is connected to the control unit 20 via a communication cable, and can control each device.

The probability setting device 15 can change the degree of advantage for the player in multiple stages by changing the probability of awarding a benefit, etc. in multiple stages (for example, 6 stages), and the main control unit 10 Based on the probability setting operation in the probability setting device 15, any one setting value is stored in the storage section, and the probability of awarding a benefit, etc. is controlled based on the stored setting value.
As for the setting values set by the probability setting device 15, setting 1 is the lowest probability value, the larger the number, the higher the probability value, and setting 6 is the highest probability value. Therefore, setting 1 is the most disadvantageous setting for the player, the larger the number, the more advantageous the player is, and setting 6 is the most advantageous setting for the player.

In addition, depending on the setting value in the probability setting device 15, the transition probability of all or any one of the pseudo bonus, CZ stage, and AT stage, which will be described later, can be changed directly or indirectly as a gaming state advantageous to the player. By doing so, it may be possible to change the degree of advantage for the player in multiple stages.
In addition to the gaming state, the probability of winning a predetermined small winning combination (for example, the Bell winning combination) may be changed to a plurality of stages (for example, six stages).
In addition, although the setting value can be set in 6 stages, the setting value is not limited to this, for example, it may be set in 4 stages (setting value 1, 2, 5, 6) or 3 stages (setting value 1, setting 3, setting 6). , may be a fixed probability value.

The external output terminal 16 outputs information related to games in the slot machine 1 to a management device (not shown) and a calling device (not shown) installed in the gaming parlor. The main control unit 10 outputs information for collecting various data such as the number of coins, the number of medals inserted, the number of medals paid out, the number of occurrences of a gaming state advantageous to the player (for example, AT stage), and the transition period.

The main control unit 10 performs processing for starting a game based on a signal from the start lever 3, processing for sampling random numbers from a random number generator (not shown), and the like. The main control unit 10 then performs an internal lottery process based on the sampled random numbers. Further, the main control unit 10 implements various functions of the embodiments described later by appropriately reading and executing control programs and the like stored in the storage unit.
That is, the main control unit 10 uses a lottery means (game result determination means, benefit determination means) that randomly determines whether or not to grant a small prize, the right to change the gaming state, etc., in response to the execution of a game. means, means for granting benefits).
In addition, the lottery pattern using random numbers may be other than the above-mentioned pattern, and the winning combination lottery is performed based on random numbers generated by software, and the transition lottery for AT stage etc. is performed based on random numbers generated by a random number generator. Alternatively, all lottery drawings may be performed using random numbers generated by software or random numbers generated by a random number generator.

Further, the main control unit 10 controls the rotation of the reel 4 based on a signal from the start lever 3. The main control unit 10 detects the rotational position of each reel 4a to 4c based on signals from sensors (not shown) provided on each reel 4a to 4c, and rotates the symbols on each reel 4a to 4c. The location can be determined. Then, based on the signal from the stop button 5, control is performed to stop the desired symbol within the display window 6.

The main control unit 10 also sends predetermined signals and commands (control information) to the sub-control unit 20 at predetermined game timings (for example, start lever operation, stop button 5a to 5c operation, game state transition, etc.). Output.
For example, when the start lever 3 is operated, the main control unit 10 outputs a signal indicating that the start lever has been operated to the sub-control unit 20.
Furthermore, when each of the stop buttons 5a to 5c is operated, the main control unit 10 outputs a signal to the sub-control unit 20 that allows identification of which stop button 5 was operated and in what order.
Furthermore, when each of the reels 41a to 41c is stopped by operating the stop button 5, the main control unit 10 displays information that allows identification of which reel 41 was stopped in what order, and the symbols in the upper, middle, and lower rows. It is output to the sub-control unit 20.
Further, when the gaming state is changed, the main control unit 10 outputs information that allows identification of which gaming state has been transferred to the sub-control unit 20.

Further, the main control unit 10 is configured to be able to input a power-off signal and a power-return signal from the power supply device 14 .
When the main control unit 10 receives the power cutoff signal, it executes a power cutoff process that stores (saved) the gaming information at the time of the input. This gaming information includes, for example, information such as the gaming state at that time, the winning combination, the manner in which the reels 41 are stopped, and the number of bets.
Further, when the main control unit 10 receives the power return signal, it executes a power return process to read out the stored (saved) game information and restart the game. That is, when the main control unit 10 receives the power return signal, it returns to the state immediately before the power was cut off based on the read game information.
Further, the main control section 10 transmits gaming information to the sub control section 20 in the power restoration process. Thereby, the sub-control unit 20 can restart the performance based on the gaming state immediately before the power was cut off.

The sub-control unit 20 is connected to the production button 2c, the speaker 9, the display 8, the lamp 11, and the navigation lamp 12 via a communication cable, and can communicate with them. The sub-control unit 20 controls these devices according to commands (control information) from the main control unit 10.

The sub-control unit 20 stores various information such as programs related to effects, effect image data, and audio data in a storage unit.
The sub-control section 20 operates as a performance execution means and a performance control means to perform processing such as a performance synchronized with the game of the slot machine 1 in response to commands (control information) from the main control section 10. For example, the display 8, the lamp 11, the speaker 9, etc. are controlled to output an effect image, a sound effect, a lamp effect, etc. indicating the transition of the game state.

Further, the sub-control unit 20 is configured to be able to input a power-off signal and a power-return signal from the power supply device 14 . When the sub-control unit 20 receives the power interruption signal, it stores (saved) performance information that specifies the content of the performance being executed at the time of the input. This performance information includes, for example, various information displayed on the display 8.
Further, when the sub-control unit 20 receives the power return signal, it restarts the performance based on the performance information in which the game information received from the main control unit 10 is stored (saved).

Such a slot machine 1 can execute the following slot machine games under the control of the main control section 10.
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 directly inserting medals 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 back side of the front door 1a, and a bet corresponding to the number of medals inserted is placed. number (however, the upper limit is 3 bets corresponding to 3 medals). When medals exceeding 3 bets are inserted, they are stored and held internally as data as credit medals.
Note that the upper limit of the number of bets may be "1", "2", or "4" or more.

When the bet button 2a is pressed, a predetermined number (for example, 3) of medals is subtracted from the credit medals internally stored as data, and the number of medals used for one game is subtracted. The minutes are set as 3 bets.
Note that by providing a 2-bet button for setting the number of medals corresponding to 2 as a bet button, 2-bet may be set by pressing the 2-bet button once.
In addition, by providing a 1 bet button as a bet button to set the number of medals corresponding to 1 medal, you can set 2 bets by pressing the 1 bet button twice, or you can set 2 bets by pressing the 1 bet button 3 times. You may also place a 3 bet.
Further, credit medals are added by inserting medals from the medal slot 2 or winning a prize, and for example, up to 50 medals can be credited (memorized).
In this embodiment, a 3-bet game is also referred to as a 3-bet game.
Further, credit medals are added by inserting medals from the medal slot 2 or winning a prize, and for example, up to 50 medals can be credited (memorized).

In this way, the number of bets set by direct insertion from the medal slot 2 or by pressing each bet button is stored in the storage unit of the main control unit 10, and the number of bets set for one game is determined by When this happens, you are ready to start the game.
In the state where the game can be started, the operation of the start lever 3 is enabled, and when the start lever 3 is tilted, the game starts, the reels 41 start to fluctuate, and the lottery result of the current game is determined. Internal lottery processing is executed. In the internal lottery process, the winning combination of the current game is determined by lottery based on a predetermined winning probability from among a plurality of winning combinations.
After the reel 41 gradually increases its rotational speed from a stopped state, it reaches steady rotation at a constant speed. When steady rotation is reached, the stop buttons 5a to 5c provided corresponding to the respective reels 41a to 41c become operable to press.

The stop buttons 5a to 5c are examples of operation means (stop operation means) for performing a stop operation of the reels 41, and when pressed in a state where they can be pressed, the operation timing and the lottery result of the internal lottery process are changed. Each reel 41a to 41c is controlled to stop so as to stop at a combination of symbols allowed by the above.
In the stop control of each reel 41a to 41c, a pull-in range is set for each reel, and a predetermined number (for example, 4) of symbols in the reverse rotation direction (upward) from the symbol at the time when the stop operation is performed. It becomes possible to draw in, and only any of the symbols within this drawing range can be stopped on the active line (hereinafter also referred to as winning line).

In this embodiment, for example, the bell symbol, the replay symbol, and the watermelon symbol are arranged within 5 consecutive frames on all reels 41a to 41c, so they are always stopped on the winning line by the 4 frame pull-in stop control. can be done.
On the other hand, for example, Blank A symbol, Blank B symbol, BAR symbol, Red 7 symbol, and White 7 symbol are not necessarily arranged within 5 consecutive frames, so even if 4 frame pull-in stop control is performed, they are on the winning line. There are cases where the winning combination cannot be stopped and the winning combination is missed. That is, 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 symbol.

Then, after the third reel stop operation, as a result of determining the combination of symbols that stopped on the winning line as a result of the game, a winning is determined when the combination of symbols is a predetermined symbol combination, and the gaming value ( For example, medals) are awarded.
Note that the third reel refers to the reel that is stopped at the third and final operation when the three reels 41a to 41c are stopped three times, once each. Further, the term "after the third reel stop operation" refers to the time after the player releases his/her finger or the like from the stop button 5 which was operated to stop the third reel.

In this embodiment, winning is determined by using only the middle line out of a total of 5 lines (top, middle, and bottom lines, lower right line, and upward right line) as the valid line, and the symbol stopped on the middle line. Judgment is made based on the combination.
The number of winning lines for determining winning is not limited to one line, and can be changed as appropriate depending on the arrangement of symbols, the type of symbols, the combination of symbols corresponding to winning combinations, etc.
As described above, the slot machine game is executed.

(Combination of winning combinations and corresponding symbols)
Next, each winning combination and the combination of symbols corresponding to each winning combination will be explained.
Winning roles include, for example, small winnings, replay winnings, and bonus winnings.
Examples of small roles include a bell role, a watermelon role, a cherry role, a chance role, a special role, and a common one-card role.
Furthermore, the cherry role includes a weak cherry role and a strong cherry role, and the special role includes a special role A and a special role B.
In addition, in the following explanation, the cherry role, the watermelon role, and the chance role are also collectively referred to as a "rare role."

Bell roles include push order bell roles.
The push-order bell combination is a winning combination in which a combination of symbols is matched by following the order in which the stop button 5 is pressed, and in this embodiment, ten push-order bell combinations A1 to C4 are provided. In the following description, the push order Bell combinations A1 to C4 are collectively referred to as the push order Bell combination.
Push order Bell combinations A1 and A2 are the combinations of corresponding symbols when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated according to 2 (2/6) push orders (correct push orders) out of 6 push orders. is stopped and displayed, and when the stop button 5 is operated in the other four (4/6) pressing orders (incorrectly pressed orders), the corresponding symbol combinations are not stopped and displayed.
Specifically, if you win the push order bell combination A1 or the push order bell combination A2, the correct pressing order is "left → middle → right" (hereinafter, this pressing order is referred to as "order press"). ) or when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the pressing order of "Left → Right → Middle", "Bell-Bell-Bell" will be stopped and displayed on the winning line, and if the buttons are pressed in any other order (incorrect If the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the order (in order), other symbol combinations are stopped and displayed. That is, for the push order bell combinations A1 and A2, if the stop button 5 operated in the first operation is the correct push order (operating the stop button 5a), the combination of symbols corresponding to the push order bell combinations is stopped.

Other combinations of symbols that are stopped and displayed depending on the incorrect pressing order include a missed button and a missed button.
When the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in an incorrect pressing order, if it is not possible to stop the symbol combination (see Figure 5A) that corresponds to the pressed order bell or missed number, a missed number will occur and a missed number (" Replay Cherry Bell, etc.) will be stopped and displayed.
The details will be described later, but if the combination of symbols corresponding to the push order bell stops, one medal will be awarded, and if the combination of symbols corresponding to the missed score stops, a medal will be awarded. It is designed so that it will not happen.

Push order Bell combinations B1 to C4 are the combinations of corresponding symbols when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated according to one (1/6) push order (correct push order) out of six push orders. is stopped and displayed, and when the stop button 5 is operated in one of the other five (5/6) pressing orders (incorrectly pressed orders), the corresponding symbol combination is not stopped and displayed.
For example, in the push order bell combination B1, when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the push order of "middle → left → right" (correct answer press order), the symbol combination "Replay Bell Replay" will appear on the winning line. will be stopped and displayed, and the symbol combination "Bell-Bell-Bell" will be stopped and displayed on the lower right line. If the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in any other pressing order (incorrect pressing order), the pressing order bell will stop displaying missed or missed marks.
Similarly, in the push order bell combinations B2 to C4, if the correct push order (see Figure 5A) is used, the symbol combination "Replay, Bell, Replay" will be stopped and displayed on the winning line, and the incorrect answer will be displayed. When the operations are performed in the pressing order, the pressed order bell or missed or lost marks are stopped and displayed.

In this way, if any of the push-order Bell combinations A1 to C4 is won, only when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the corresponding push order, the symbol that makes the winning push-order Bell combination win a prize is displayed. The combination stops on the winning line.
That is, the main control unit 10, as a first stop operation mode by the player, receives a predetermined number (for example, 4 The symbols can be stopped and displayed in a first stop mode in which a game value (medal) of 13 medals can be given. In addition, as a second stop operation mode by the player, a predetermined number of pieces (for example, 1 piece or 0 pieces) is given as a second benefit based on the operation of a press order that does not correspond to the winning press order bell combination (incorrect release press order). The symbols can be stopped and displayed in a second stop mode that can give game values (medals) of .

In addition, if the push order bell combinations A1 and A2 are won, the stop buttons 5a to 5c will be operated in one (1/6) push order (correct push order) out of six push orders. Then, the reels 41 may be controlled to stop so that the corresponding symbol combinations are stopped.
In addition, when winning the pressing order bell combinations B1 to C4, if only the stop button 5 operated first follows the correct pressing order, the reels 41 are controlled to stop so that the corresponding combination of symbols stops. Good too.

In the weak cherry combination, the combination of "BAR/cherry/replay" symbols can be stopped on the winning line, and in this case, two consecutive cherry symbols are aligned on the upward-to-the-right line.
In the strong cherry combination, combinations of symbols such as "BAR, cherry, white 7" can be stopped on the winning line, and in this case, three consecutive cherry symbols are aligned in a straight line on the upward-sloping line.
In the watermelon winning combination, symbols such as "bell, watermelon, red 7" can be stopped on the winning line, and in this case, the watermelon symbols are aligned in a straight line on the line descending to the right.
As for the chance symbol, the combination of "Bell, Watermelon, and Replay" symbols can be stopped on the winning line, and in this case, the watermelon symbols are aligned in a small V-shaped line.

In special combination A, the combination of "Red 7, Red 7, Red Blank" symbols can be stopped on the winning line, and in this case, the Red 7 symbol and the Red Blank symbol will be stopped and displayed on one line of the middle line ( (Hereinafter, this stopping mode will also be referred to as "single red 7 set").
In special combination B, the combination of "Red 7, Red 7, Red 7" symbols can be stopped on the winning line, and in this case, the Red 7 symbol and the Red blank symbol are on the middle line and the upward right line. Stop display (hereinafter, this stop mode is also referred to as "double red 7 set").

The common one-card winning combination is a winning combination in which a prize is won regardless of the pressing order, but the combination of symbols that are stopped and displayed differs depending on the pressing order.
For example, when winning a common one-card combination, if the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in a specific stop operation order and operation timing, the BAR symbols are stopped and displayed in a straight line on the winning line (hereinafter, this stop mode is (also referred to as ``BAR assortment'').
Specifically, the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the pressing order of "right → middle → left" (hereinafter, this pressing order is referred to as "reverse pressing"), and the stop buttons 5a to 5c are pressed while aiming at the BAR symbol. When is operated, BAR alignment can be stopped. On the other hand, if the button is not pressed in reverse or if it is not operated at a specific timing, symbol combinations other than the BAR combination (for example, "Replay Bell Bell", etc.) are stopped and displayed.

The replay combination is a winning combination in which a prize is won regardless of the order in which the stop buttons 5 are pressed, but the combination of symbols that are stopped and displayed differs depending on the order in which the stop buttons 5 are pressed.
For example, when winning a replay combination, when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in order, the symbol combination "Replay, Replay, Replay" is stopped and displayed on the winning line.
Further, when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated by reverse pressing, different combinations of symbols are stopped and displayed depending on the timing of operation of the stop buttons 5a to 5c.
For example, when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated with a reverse push aiming at the BAR symbol, "Replay/BAR/BAR" (hereinafter, this stop mode is also referred to as "BAR tenpai set") is displayed on the active line. Can be stopped.

The bonus combination is a winning combination of "white 7, white 7, white 7" with the corresponding symbols.
The bonus winning combination is a lottery target during the stay in RT0 of the RT states described later, and can be won only in the winning game, and when the winning is won, the game shifts to the bonus state.
In addition, the bonus winning combination is controlled by the main control unit 10 and is subject to carryover control in which the right to win the bonus winning combination can be carried over as long as the corresponding combination of symbols does not stop in the winning game and in subsequent games. It is.
For this reason, the period from when a bonus role is won until the combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus role stops displaying is a carryover state in which the right to win the bonus role is carried over (hereinafter, this state is referred to as the "bonus winning state"). becomes.
On the other hand, if you win a bonus role and the combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus role stops being displayed (wins), you will enter a bonus state, and the right to win the bonus role will not be carried over after the bonus state ends. (hereinafter, this state will be referred to as a "bonus non-winning state").

In addition, the bonus hand is won overlappingly with the common one-card hand.
In the bonus winning state, the main control unit 10 performs reel control to stop and display the combination of symbols corresponding to the minor winning combination with priority, and the combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus winning combination is set to the winning combination with the lowest priority. ing.
Therefore, in this game where the bonus role was won, the combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus role cannot be stopped, and the combination of symbols corresponding to the common 1-card role will be stopped, and the bonus winning state will remain in subsequent games. It will also continue.

Based on the combinations of symbols as described above, it is determined whether or not the minor winning combination, replay winning combination, and bonus winning combination have been won. As a result of the determination, if it is determined that a prize has been won, a gaming value is awarded (medals are paid out) based on the "dividend" shown in FIG.
That is, the main control unit 10 is equipped with a game value giving means that gives a game value (medal) depending on the stopping mode of the symbols.
For example, when the push order bell combinations A1 to A2 are won, if the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the correct push order and the corresponding symbol combination is stopped, four medals are paid out. On the other hand, when the push order bell combinations A1 to A2 are won, if the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in an incorrect push order and the push order bell spills stop, one medal is paid out.
When the push order bell combinations B1 to C4 are won, if the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the correct push order and the corresponding symbol combination is stopped, 13 medals are paid out. On the other hand, when the push order bell combinations B1 to C4 are won, if the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in an incorrect push order and the push order bell spills stop, one medal is paid out.

Note that the number of payouts is not limited to the above, but may be the same when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the correct pressing order of the bell combinations A1 to C4.
In this case, the stop display mode of the push order bell combinations A1 to C4 may be the same. Further, the stop display mode may be the same for the pressed order bells.

Additionally, if the combinations of symbols corresponding to each winning combination of weak cherry, strong cherry, chance, special role A, special role B, and common one-card role are stopped, one medal will be paid out. .
Further, when the combination of symbols corresponding to the watermelon combination stops, three medals are paid out.
Further, by stopping and displaying the combination of symbols corresponding to the replay combination, it becomes possible to play the game again without inserting medals in the next game.
Furthermore, when the combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus combination stops, no medals are paid out.

In this embodiment, the number of medals paid out is the same regardless of the number of bets, but the number of medals paid out may be varied depending on the number of bets.
Furthermore, the number of medals paid out when the symbol combinations corresponding to each winning combination are stopped and displayed may be other than the above-mentioned number.
Moreover, the combination of symbols corresponding to each winning combination is not limited to the combination shown in FIG. 5, and can be set arbitrarily.

(Dividend for push order bell role)
Next, with reference to FIG. 6, the payout based on the pressing order of the pressing order Bell combination will be explained.
FIG. 6 shows the number of coins to be paid out according to the stop operation when each of the push order bell combinations A1 to C4 is won. There is a push order in which a payout occurs at 4.

As mentioned above, if the lottery result of the internal lottery process is the pressing order bell combination (specific game result), the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the correct pressing order (first stop operation state), When the combination of symbols to be displayed (first stop display mode) is stopped and displayed and the stop button 5 is operated in an incorrect pressing order (second stop operation mode), the corresponding combination of symbols will not be stopped and displayed. It has become. That is, in the incorrect press order, the missed or missed press order bell (second stop display mode) is stopped and displayed.

Such control is achieved by the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, which performs reel control (hereinafter referred to as "number priority control") in which the slot machine 1 prioritizes and draws in combinations of symbols that produce a large number of medals to be paid out, and combinations of symbols that can be stopped. This can be achieved by employing reel control (hereinafter referred to as "combination number priority control") that prioritizes and draws in symbols with a large number of symbols.
In the "number of sheets priority control", the reels 41 are controlled during the first reel stop operation and the second reel stop operation when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in the correct pressing order.
In the "combination number priority control", the reels 41 are controlled when the stop buttons 5a to 5c are operated in an incorrect pressing order.

Next, the sheet number priority control and the combination number priority control will be explained. In the following explanation, a case where the push order bell combination B1 is won will be taken as an example.
As shown in FIG. 5A, in the pressing order bell combination B1, when the stop button 5b is operated in the correct pressing order (middle → left → right), the corresponding symbol combination (replay, bell, replay) is stopped. Then, 13 medals are paid out.
On the other hand, if the stop button 5b is operated in an incorrect pressing order, one medal will be paid out if the pressing order stops. Not done.

- When the stop button is operated in the correct pressing order (middle → left → right) If the stop button 5b is operated in the correct pressing order during the first reel stop operation, number priority control is executed, A bell symbol that makes up a combination of symbols (replay, bell, replay) with a relatively large number of medals paid out (13 pieces) is used as a symbol with a relatively small number of medals paid out (1 piece paid out). Control is performed so that it is drawn in preferentially over other symbols (blank A symbol, red 7 symbol, white 7 symbol, etc.) constituting the combination.
Next, even if the stop button 5a, which is the correct pressing order, is operated during the second reel stop operation, number priority control is executed and the number of medals paid out is relatively large (the number of medals paid out is 13). Control is performed to draw in replay symbols constituting a combination of symbols (replay, bell, replay).
Finally, when the stop button 5c, which is the correct pressing order, is operated during the third reel stop operation, the symbols that make up the "-" of "Replay Bell -" are related to the pressing order Bell combination B1. Since only replay symbols are included in the combination of symbols, control is performed to draw in replay symbols. As a result, "Replay Bell Replay" will be stopped and displayed.
In this way, when the push order bell combination B1 is won, when the stop button is operated in the correct push order, the corresponding symbol combination is stopped and displayed, and 13 medals are paid out.

・If the stop button is operated in the incorrect pressing order (middle → right → left) If the stop button 5b is operated in the correct pressing order when the first reel is stopped, number priority control is executed. , Similarly to the above, the bell pattern is controlled to be drawn in.
Next, when the second reel stop operation is performed, if the stop button 5c is operated in an incorrect pressing order, the combination number priority control is executed and the blank B symbol, red 7 symbol, white 7 symbol, and BAR symbol control to draw either one of them.
Specifically, the combinations of symbols that correspond to the pressing order (- Bell Blank B/Red 7/White 7/BAR) are each one type of combination, so they are drawn onto the winning line by combination number priority control. Control is performed to draw in any of the blank B symbols, red 7 symbols, white 7 symbols, and BAR symbols for which the stop button 5c is operated at a possible timing.
Finally, when the third reel is stopped, if the stop button 5a is operated in an incorrect press order, the "-" of "--Bell Blank B/Red 7/White 7/BAR" is configured. Since the symbol is only the bell symbol, control is performed to draw in the bell symbol. As a result, "Bell Bell Blank B/Red 7/White 7/BAR" is stopped and displayed.
In this way, if you win push order bell combination B1, if the stop button is operated in the incorrect push order of middle → right → left, the push order bell will always be stopped and displayed, and you will receive one medal. is paid out.

・When the stop button is operated in the incorrect pressing order (left → middle → right) If the stop button 5a is operated in the incorrect pressing order when the first reel is stopped, the number of combinations priority control is executed. Then, the watermelon pattern is controlled to be drawn in based on the pattern combination (watermelon blank A/red 7/white 7/BAR/bell) corresponding to the pressing order.
Next, when the stop button 5b is operated during the second reel stop operation, the stop button 5b is pressed at a timing when one of the blank A symbols, red 7 symbols, white 7 symbols, and BAR symbols can be drawn onto the winning line. is controlled so that any of the operated symbols is drawn in.
Finally, when the stop button 5c is operated during the third reel stop operation, the BAR symbols are stopped when the stop button 5a is operated at a timing that allows the BAR symbols to be drawn onto the winning line. On the other hand, if the stop button 5a is not operated at the timing when the BAR symbol can be drawn onto the winning line, symbols other than the BAR symbol will stop and the losing number will be stopped and displayed.

In this way, if the push order Bell combination B1 is won, and the stop button is operated in the incorrect push order of left → middle → right, the probability that the BAR symbol will stop on the winning line of the reel 41c is: Due to the pull-in stop control, the probability is 1/4 (5 frames/20 frames). In this case, the push order bell is stopped and displayed (second stop display mode), and one medal is paid out.
On the other hand, the probability that a symbol other than the BAR symbol will stop on the winning line of the reel 41c is 3/4, and in this case, the losing number will be stopped and displayed and no medals will be paid out.

Also, if the stop button is operated in the incorrect pressing order (left → right → middle), combination number priority control is executed, and if the stop button is operated in the incorrect pressing order of left → middle → right. The same reel control and medal payout are performed.
Also, if the stop button is operated in the incorrect pressing order (right → left → middle or right → middle → left), combination number priority control is executed, and as shown in FIG. 5A, red 7 symbols or white 7 symbols are used. Only when the stop button 5b is operated at a timing when the symbols can be drawn onto the winning line, the pressed order bell spilled number is stopped and displayed, and one medal is paid out.
Therefore, the probability that 7 red symbols or 7 white symbols will stop on the winning line of the reel 41b is 1/2 (10/20 symbols) due to the pull-in stop control.

In addition, for push order Bell winning combinations other than push order Bell winning combination B1, the reel control based on the above-mentioned number priority control and combination number priority control is performed, so that the symbol combinations as shown in FIG. 5A are stopped. Is displayed. Furthermore, in the case of an incorrect pressing order, the pressing order bell is stopped and displayed with the probability shown in FIG. 6, and one medal is paid out.

In this way, the main control unit 10 controls the player to receive a predetermined number of (for example, , 13 medals or 4 medals) can be given in the first stop display mode, and on the other hand, as the second stop operation mode by the player, the symbols can be displayed in the winning push order bell combination. Based on an operation in an incompatible press order (incorrect press order), the symbols can be stopped and displayed in a second stop display mode that can give a predetermined number (for example, one medal) of game value (medal) as a second benefit. be.
Furthermore, when the second stop operation mode (incorrectly pressed order) is performed, the symbols can be stopped and displayed in the fourth stop display mode (loss) in which no game value (medal) is given.

The main control unit 10 also provides a predetermined number (for example, one medal) of gaming value (medals) as a second benefit based on the operation corresponding to the won common one-card combination as the first stop operation mode by the player. The symbol can be stopped and displayed in a third stop display mode that can be given.
That is, it is possible to give the same gaming value (medal) in the case where the symbols are stopped and displayed in the second stop display mode and when the symbols are stopped and displayed in the third stop display mode.

In addition, in this embodiment, if the push order bell combination is won, the stop mode of the symbols can be changed by switching and executing the number priority control and the combination number priority control depending on the order in which the stop button 5 is pressed and the operation timing. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, if the push order bell winning combination is won, the combination of symbols that can be stopped is uniquely determined based only on the push order, regardless of the operation timing of the stop button 5. You can.
For example, in the case of push order bell combination B1, if the stop button is operated in the correct push order (middle → left → right), "Replay Bell Replay (payout of 13 pieces)" will stop, and in the incorrect push order If the stop button is operated in (middle → right → left), "Replay Bell Bell (1 piece payout)" will stop, and the operation will be performed in the incorrect pressing order (stop button 5c when operating the 1st reel to stop) "Bell Replay Blank B (payout 1 piece)", "Bell Replay BAR (payout 1 piece)" or "Loss number (payout 0 pieces)" will stop, and the order of incorrect presses ( When the stop button 5a) is operated during the first reel stop operation, "Bell Replay Blank B (payout of 1 piece)" or "Loss number (payout of 0 pieces)" is stopped, so that it can be stopped. The number of combinations of symbols may be reduced.

(Probability of winning each winning role)
Next, the probability of winning each winning combination will be explained with reference to FIG.
FIG. 7 shows an "internal lottery table" used for lottery for each winning combination in each state related to the bonus combination (bonus non-winning state, bonus winning state, bonus state).
The internal lottery table sets the acquisition range (number) of random numbers acquired in the internal lottery process by the main control unit 10 to 65,536, and shows the number of winning values (winnings) among them.
Further, the internal lottery table shown in FIG. 7 shows the winning probability of each winning combination in the 3-bet game, and assumes that the setting value set by the probability setting device 15 is common to all settings 1 to 6. It shows.

As shown in FIG. 7, the probability of winning each winning combination is as follows.
Each of the push order bell combinations A1 to A2 has a winning probability of 6950/65536 in the bonus non-winning state, bonus winning state, and bonus state.
Each of the push order bell combinations B1 to B4 has a winning probability of 5560/65536 in the bonus non-winning state, bonus winning state, and bonus state.
Each of the push order bell combinations C1 to C4 has a winning probability of 1390/65536 in the bonus non-winning state, bonus winning state, and bonus state.

The winning probability of the weak cherry combination is set to 1024/65536 in the bonus non-winning state, bonus winning state, and bonus state.
The probability of winning the strong cherry combination is set to 128/65536 in the bonus non-winning state, bonus winning state, and bonus state.
The winning probability of the watermelon winning combination is set to 512/65536 in the bonus non-winning state, bonus winning state, and bonus state.
The probability of winning the chance role is set to 256/65536 in the bonus non-winning state, bonus winning state, and bonus state.
The winning probability of special winning combination A and special winning combination B is set to 32/65536 in the bonus non-winning state, bonus winning state, and bonus state.
The winning probability of the bonus combination is set at 12870/65536 in the bonus non-winning state.
The winning probability of the replay combination is set to 8982/65536 in the bonus non-winning state, bonus winning state, and bonus state.

In this way, the winning probability for each winning role other than the bonus role is as follows: Replay role > Push order Bell role A1-A2 > Push order Bell role B1-B4 > Push order Bell role C1-C4 > Weak cherry role > Watermelon role > They have a relationship of chance eye > strong cherry role > special role A and B.
Note that the relationship between the winning probabilities of each role may be other than those described above.

Note that the internal lottery table shown in FIG. 7 shows the case where all setting values are common, but this is not limited to the case. A winning combination that does not change may be provided.
Further, the higher the setting of some rare combinations, the higher the winning probability, or the lower the setting, the higher the winning probability of the rare combination.
Also, for winning combinations other than rare combinations such as the push-order bell combination, the higher the setting, the higher the probability of winning may be, or the winning probability may be set to be lower.

In addition to such a configuration, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment has the following gaming states and characteristic game characteristics based on these gaming states.
Each gaming state is controlled (hereinafter also referred to as transition) to the respective gaming state by the main control unit 10 operating as a gaming state control means.

(RT state)
First, with reference to FIG. 8, the RT (replay time) state (hereinafter also simply referred to as RT) that the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment has will be described.
The slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment has RT states RT0, RT1, and RT2. Note that although there are three RT states in this embodiment, there may be two or less or four or more.

RT0 is triggered by a system reset of the slot machine 1, a change in set value (including when the same set value is set again (reset value)), and the end of RT2.
Further, RT0 (bonus non-winning state) ends when a bonus combination is won during the 3-bet game, and shifts to RT1 (arrow a in FIG. 8).
In this way, RT0 is not a finite gaming state with a predetermined gaming period, but an infinite gaming state (infinite RT) that does not shift to another gaming state unless a bonus combination is won.

RT1 ends when the combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus combination is stopped and displayed (winning the bonus combination), and the process moves to RT2 (arrow b in FIG. 8).
That is, RT1 continues from when the bonus role is won until the bonus role is won, and in RT1, the game is progressed in a state where the bonus role is internally won (bonus winning state).
In this way, RT1 is not a finite gaming state with a predetermined gaming period, but an infinite gaming state (infinite RT) that does not shift to another gaming state unless a bonus combination is won.
RT2 is a bonus state that is a so-called real bonus, and ends when the number of medals paid out reaches a predetermined number (for example, 55 medals), and shifts to RT0 (arrow c in FIG. 8).

Moreover, in the RT state of this embodiment, control is basically made so that there is no transition from RT1 to RT2.
This is because, as mentioned above, if you win a bonus role, in the game where you won the bonus role, the common 1-card role that is won twice at the same time will be given priority, so you will not win the bonus role and will start from the next game. Transition to RT1 (bonus winning state). Also, during RT1, since no losing winning combination is possible in which a bonus winning combination can be won (see FIG. 7), no bonus winning combination is won (there is no transition to RT2).
For this reason, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment does not transition from RT1 to RT2, and once it transitions to RT1, unless the system of the slot machine 1 is reset, the slot machine 1 does not transition from RT1 to RT2. The game progresses in a controlled manner.

In addition, in this embodiment, the bonus role is won at the same time as the common one-card role, but the bonus role is not limited to this, and the bonus role is assumed to be won independently, and the bonus role can be won in this bonus winning game. You can.
Further, during RT1, a losing combination may be made possible to occur at a predetermined probability (for example, a probability of 1/200), and when a losing combination is won, a bonus winning combination may be won.

(AT state)
Further, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment can be controlled to an AT (assist time) state. The AT state is a state in which, when a push order Bell combination is won, the push order corresponding to the won push order Bell combination is announced through the display 8, the navigation lamp 12, the speaker 9, etc. (the push order navigation is executed). be.
For example, if you win the push order bell combination A1, the push order navigation of "1", "2", and "3" will be displayed on the display 8 in order from the left, and the "left", The order in which the stop buttons 5 are pressed is notified by outputting the voices "middle" and "right" from the speaker 9 and lighting up the navigation lamp in the order of 12a (left), 12b (middle), and 12c (right). do.
Therefore, the occurrence of the AT state allows the player to easily acquire medals, and the speed at which the balls are put out becomes faster than during the non-AT state.

(Normal section, advantageous section)
The main control unit 10 includes a game section control means that can control the game section to be either a normal section or an advantageous section, apart from the game state (stage).
The normal section is a game section in which the push order navigation related to the push order bell combination is not executed, starts when the advantageous section end condition is met, and ends when the advantageous section shift condition is met.
In this embodiment, the condition for shifting to an advantageous section is satisfied when a winning combination other than the common one-card winning combination is won, and after the third reel stop operation of the winning game, the normal section is shifted to the advantageous section.
Further, in the initial state (at the time of reset) of the main control unit 10, the control is performed in the normal section, and in the normal section, the advantageous section lamp 13 is controlled to be in the off state.

Note that the condition for transitioning to an advantageous section is established when winning a combination other than a common one-card combination, but the present invention is not limited to this. The transition may be caused by a stop display of a symbol combination that does not occur (for example, a losing number or a missed number in the push order).
Alternatively, the transition may be made to an advantageous section on the condition that the player has transitioned to a gaming state that is advantageous to the player, and the advantageous section may be continued if the gaming state that is advantageous to the player continues.

The advantageous section is a game section in which push-order navigation can be executed, and is a game section that is advantageous for the player compared to a normal section by executing push-order navigation.
Further, the advantageous section is terminated when a predetermined advantageous section termination condition is satisfied after the advantageous section transition condition is satisfied in the normal section.
The condition for ending the advantageous section is that a predetermined gaming state (stage) has ended, and after the third reel stop operation of the winning game, the advantageous section ends and shifts to the normal section.
Apart from this, the advantageous section ending condition is such that when the advantageous section limiter is reached, the advantageous section ends and shifts to the normal section.
The advantageous section limiter means that "the number of games during one advantageous section (number of advantageous section games) has reached the upper limit (limiter)" or "the number of coins acquired during one advantageous section (difference number of coins)" has reached the upper limit number (limiter).
The above conditions for ending the advantageous section are just examples, such as "the push order bell has been notified at least once", "the combination of symbols corresponding to the bonus combination has been stopped and displayed", etc. may be included.
Further, in the advantageous section, the advantageous section lamp 13 is controlled to be in a state where it can be turned on. Note that the advantageous section lamp 13 may start lighting up after the transition to the advantageous section and when a game state is reached in which the number of medals held by the player increases.

(Game related counter)
While staying in the advantageous section, the main control section 10 operates as a counting means, counts the number of games played during the advantageous section and the number of medals acquired during the advantageous section, and stores them in the storage section as counter information shown below.
・Counter A...Counter value of the number of games during the advantageous period ・Counter B...Counter value of the number of coins acquired (difference number) during the advantageous period Counter A and counter B are counters related to the advantageous period limiter (upper limit number of games in the advantageous period) It is.
The main control unit 10 forcibly ends the advantageous section when the value indicated by the counter A reaches "1500" or when the value indicated by the counter B reaches "2400".
Further, counter A and counter B are also counters related to an ending limiter (the upper limit number of games until the ending in an advantageous section).
When the value indicated by counter A reaches "1480" or when the value indicated by counter B reaches "2300," the main control unit 10 forces the transition to ending A, which will be described later.
Note that the values of counter A and counter B are erased (initialized) when the advantageous section ends (when the game progresses to the initial stage based on the game result in each stage, when the advantageous section limiter is reached).
Further, although a detailed explanation will be omitted, the slot machine 1 has multiple types of counters that are updated according to the progress of the game (counters that manage the number of games during each gaming state (stage), execution of pseudo bonus B, etc. It is equipped with a counter, etc. to manage the number of times.

(Details of each gaming state (stage))
Next, each gaming state of the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, transitions between each gaming state, and game characteristics based on each gaming state will be explained.
The main control unit 10 can independently control the transition between the normal section and the advantageous section, the transition control between RT0-2, and the transition control between each gaming state (stage). However, as mentioned above, since the game of this embodiment is basically played in RT1 (bonus winning state), the game in each gaming state (stage) is basically played while staying in RT1. be exposed.
Unless otherwise explained below, the transition timing between each gaming state (stage) is basically after the third reel stop operation of the game where the transition conditions are met (or after the end of medal payout). . Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and the transition may be made from the next game after the transition conditions are satisfied.

As shown in FIGS. 9 and 10, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment has a non-advantageous state, a normal stage, a CZ stage, a pseudo bonus A, an AT stage, a special AT stage, and an ending as gaming states (stages). are doing.
The CZ stage is further divided into CZ1 to CZ5.
The pseudo bonus A is further divided into pseudo bonuses A1 to A7.
The AT stage is further divided into a preparation stage, a normal AT stage, a battle preparation stage, a battle stage, a pseudo bonus B, a specialization stage, and an end standby stage.
The normal stage is a game state in which the player is controlled to a non-AT state, and as the game continues, the number of medals in the player's hand gradually decreases, which is disadvantageous for the player. On the other hand, the AT stage is controlled to be in an AT state or a partially AT state, and by continuing the game, the number of medals can be easily increased, which is a game state that is advantageous for the player.
Therefore, a player plays a game with the aim of moving from the normal stage to the AT stage, and also with the aim of staying in the AT stage for a long time.
There are multiple transitions from the normal stage to the AT stage, but the basic transition is from the normal stage to the CZ stage or pseudo bonus, and then to the AT stage.

(Non-advantageous situation)
The non-advantageous state is a gaming state controlled during the normal period, and remains when the system of the slot machine 1 is reset, when the set value is changed (including resetting the set value), or when the advantageous period ends. For example, this occurs after the normal stage, AT stage, special AT stage, ending, etc., or when the advantageous section limiter is reached.
In a non-advantageous state, if the conditions for transitioning to an advantageous section are met (if you win a combination other than a common 1-card combination), depending on the bonus winning state (bonus non-winning state (RT0), bonus winning state (RT1)), the next The migration destination is different. For example, it is possible to move to the normal stage or the CZ stage (CZ3).
The non-advantageous state may be visually indistinguishable from other gaming states (stages). For example, on the display screen displayed on the display 8, the same background image may be used in the non-advantageous state and in other stages (for example, the normal stage). In this way, by making the display screen of the non-advantageous state and other stages common, it is possible to make it difficult to recognize that the transition from the normal section to the advantageous section has occurred. This can prevent the player from stopping the game.

Next, the non-advantageous state control processing performed by the main control unit 10 will be explained with reference to FIG.
The non-advantageous state control process is started when the current gaming state is a non-advantageous state.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S1).
If it is determined that the operation to stop the third reel has not been performed (S1: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the operation to stop the third reel has been performed (S1: Yes), there is an advantage in the current game. It is determined whether or not the section transition condition is satisfied (winning in a combination other than the common one-card combination) (S2).
If it is determined that the conditions for transitioning to an advantageous section are not satisfied (S2: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the conditions for transition to an advantageous zone are satisfied (S2: Yes), the pseudo setting value is A lottery is executed (S3).

The pseudo setting value lottery determines a "pseudo setting value" that affects the lottery for transition to a gaming state (AT stage, etc.) that is advantageous to the player.
Specifically, by referring to the "pseudo setting value lottery table (bonus winning state)" and "pseudo setting value lottery table (bonus non-winning state)" shown in FIG. 13, the bonus winning state and probability setting device 15 A pseudo setting value is determined based on the setting value set by , and the result is stored in the storage unit.
Although it is assumed that the pseudo setting values are set in seven stages (1 to 7), for example, they may be set in six stages or less or eight stages or more.

For example, in the bonus winning state and when setting 1 is set, "1" will be selected as the pseudo setting value with a probability of 96/256, and "2" will be selected with a probability of 32/256. , "3" is selected with a probability of 64/256, "4" is selected with a probability of 16/256, "5" is selected with a probability of 32/256, and "6" is selected with a probability of 8/256. The setting is such that "7" is selected with a probability of 8/256.
In addition, in the bonus winning state and when setting 6 is set, "1" is selected as the pseudo setting value with a probability of 16/256, and "2" is selected with a probability of 32/256. , "3" is selected with a probability of 16/256, "4" is selected with a probability of 36/256, "5" is selected with a probability of 24/256, and "6" is selected with a probability of 128/256. The setting is such that "7" is selected with a probability of 4/256.
For example, if the bonus is not won and setting 1 is set, "1" is selected as the pseudo setting value with a probability of 32/256, and "2" is selected with a probability of 32/256. is selected, "3" is selected with a probability of 44/256, "4" is selected with a probability of 16/256, "5" is selected with a probability of 84/256, and "6" will be selected, and "7" will be selected with a probability of 32/256.
Further, although the explanation is omitted, settings are made so that the pseudo setting value is selected with the illustrated probability in other cases as well.

As described above, the overall tendency is that when a high setting value is set in the probability setting device 15, the probability that a large number of pseudo setting values will be selected becomes higher.
In addition, since the distribution values are such that the pseudo setting values determined have characteristics depending on whether the setting value in the probability setting device 15 is an even value or an odd value, the AT stage is set according to the pseudo setting value. This changes the length of the period until the game shifts to , making it possible to diversify the game content and improve interest.

Furthermore, when a low setting value (Setting 1 to Setting 3) is set in the probability setting device 15, a setting is made such that a larger number of pseudo setting values are selected in the bonus non-winning state than in the bonus winning state. has been done.
That is, when the game hall opens (first thing in the morning) when the bonus is not won, a large number of pseudo setting values are likely to be selected.
As a result, the benefits of non-winning bonuses can only be obtained when the gaming hall opens (first thing in the morning), and it is possible to provide a service to players as a so-called "morning function". Operation can be promoted.

Next, a gaming state transition lottery is executed (S4).
In the gaming state transition lottery, by referring to the "gaming state transition lottery table" shown in FIG. 14, the gaming state transition destination is determined by lottery based on the winning state of the bonus.
For example, if the bonus winning state is a bonus winning state, the CZ stage (CZ3) will be selected with a probability of 256/256, and if the bonus winning state is a bonus non winning state, the CZ stage (CZ3) will be selected with a probability of 256/256. The normal stage is set to be selected.
In other words, when the game parlor opens (first thing in the morning) when the bonus is not won, the player moves to the normal stage when the advantageous section moves, and then wins the bonus role and maintains the bonus winning state during the game parlor's business hours. The stage shifts to the CZ stage (CZ3) at the time of transition to the advantageous section.
Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and in a bonus winning state, it may be possible to move to a stage other than the CZ stage (CZ3) when moving to an advantageous section, and in a bonus non-winning state, it may be possible to move to a stage other than the normal stage.

In the gaming state transition lottery, it is determined whether or not the CZ stage has been won (S5), and if it is determined that the CZ stage has been won (S5: Yes), the gaming state is to be shifted to the CZ stage (CZ3). (S6) (arrow b in FIG. 9).
On the other hand, if it is determined that the CZ stage has not been won (the normal stage has been won) (S5: No), a cycle number lottery is executed (S7).
In the cycle number lottery, the cycle number is determined by lottery based on the pseudo setting value by referring to the "cycle number lottery table" shown in FIG. 15, and the result is stored in the storage unit.
Although the details will be described later, the cycle number is a value that is normally referred to during the stage, and indicates the number of times that one cycle is a game based on a cycle pattern that will be described later.
It is assumed that the number of cycles is set, for example, from 1 cycle to 5 cycles, but it may be set to 6 cycles or more.

For example, if "1" is set as the pseudo setting value, "1" or "2" will be selected as the number of cycles with a probability of 16/256, and "3" will be selected with a probability of 32/256. , "4" or "5" is selected with a probability of 96/256.
Also, for example, if "7" is set as the pseudo setting value, "1" is selected as the number of cycles with a probability of 192/256, "2" is selected with a probability of 64/256, and "3" to "5" are set not to be selected.
Further, although explanations are omitted, other pseudo setting values are also set so that the number of cycles is selected with the probability shown.
As described above, the overall tendency is that the larger the value of the pseudo setting value is, the easier it is to select a smaller number of cycles. In other words, the setting is such that the higher the setting value set by the probability setting device 15, the smaller the number of cycles to be selected.
Although the details will be described later, the smaller the number of cycles in the normal stage, the shorter the period until the transition to a gaming state advantageous to the player (pseudo bonus A, AT stage, etc.), which is advantageous to the player. .

Next, it is determined whether or not a cycle number of "2" or more is selected in the cycle number lottery (S8).
If it is determined that a cycle number of "2" or more has been selected (S8: Yes), a winning cycle lottery is executed (S9).
In the winning cycle lottery, by referring to the "winning cycle lottery table" shown in FIG. 16, it is determined by lottery whether or not the first cycle out of a plurality of cycles is to be the "winning cycle."
In other words, if you win the winning cycle lottery, you can move to the AT state (pseudo bonus A, AT stage) after the first cycle of play ends, without executing multiple cycles in the normal stage that follows. Can be done.
For example, if the pseudo setting value is set to "1", the probability of winning is 32/256, and if the pseudo setting value is set to "4", the probability of winning is 82/256. However, if the pseudo setting value is set to "7", the winning probability is set to 128/256. Further, although explanations are omitted, other pseudo setting values are also set to win with the probability shown.
In this way, the larger the value of the pseudo setting value, the easier it is to win. That is, the higher the set value set by the probability setting device 15, the easier it is to win.

Next, a periodic pattern lottery is executed (S10).
In the periodic pattern lottery, by referring to the “periodic pattern lottery table (loss period)” or “periodic pattern lottery table (win period)” shown in FIG. 17, the value of the period in which the next game in the normal stage will be (number of cycles), the next cycle's cycle pattern is determined by lottery, and the result is stored in the storage unit.
The periodic pattern is information that defines the combination of periods that are controlled during one period. For example, "Period A → Period B → Period C", "Period A → Period C", "Period B → Period C" ” etc.
Note that the "winning cycle" indicates the cycle when winning in the winning cycle lottery or the cycle when "1" is selected in the cycle number lottery. In other words, this is a case where the normal stage ends after the first period of gaming ends in the normal stage that is to be transferred thereafter, and the normal stage moves to the AT state (pseudo bonus A, AT stage).
The "loss cycle" refers to cases other than the winning cycle.

In the case of a losing cycle, for example, when the number of cycles is "1", "cycle A → cycle B → cycle C" is selected as the cycle pattern with a probability of 256/256, and when the number of cycles is "2", In this case, "Period A → Period B → Period C" is selected as the periodic pattern with a probability of 224/256, and "Period A → Period C" or "Period B → Period C" is selected as the periodic pattern with a probability of 16/256. " is selected and the number of cycles is "4", "Period A → Period B → Period C" is selected as the periodic pattern with a probability of 193/256, and "Period" is selected as the periodic pattern with a probability of 16/256. "A→Period C" is selected, and "Period B→Period C" is selected as a periodic pattern with a probability of 48/256.

On the other hand, in the case of a winning cycle, for example, if the number of cycles is "1", "cycle A → cycle B → cycle C" is selected as the cycle pattern with a probability of 256/256, and the number of cycles is "2". ", "Period A → Period B → Period C" is selected as the periodic pattern with a probability of 192/256, and "Period A → Period C" or "Period B → Period C" is selected as the periodic pattern with a probability of 32/256. If "Period C" is selected and the number of cycles is "5", "Period A → Period B → Period C" is selected as a periodic pattern with a probability of 128/256, and as a periodic pattern with a probability of 64/256. It is set so that "Period A→Period C" or "Period B→Period C" is selected.
In this way, a cycle pattern is more likely to be selected in which the number of cycles controlled in one cycle is smaller in the winning cycle than in the losing cycle.
In addition, in the periodic pattern lottery of the non-advantageous state control process, since the game in the normal stage that follows is always in the first period, the "periodic pattern lottery table (loss period)" and "periodic pattern lottery table (winning period)")","1" is referred to as the period number.
Further, the periodic pattern is not limited to the pattern shown in FIG. 17, and the number and combination of periods can be set arbitrarily.

Next, a lottery for the number of periodic games is executed (S11), control is performed to move to the normal stage (S12) (arrow a in FIG. 9), and the process is ended.
The periodic game number lottery is based on the "Period A game number lottery table (loss cycle/win cycle)", "Period B game number lottery table (loss cycle/win cycle)", and "Period C game number lottery table ( The number of games to be executed in each cycle to be controlled in the next cycle is determined by lottery by referring to "Loss cycle/Win cycle)", and the result is stored in the storage unit.

In the periodic game number lottery, the number of periodic games is determined based on whether or not it is a winning period and a pseudo setting value.
Specifically, as shown in FIG. 18, in the case of period A, for example, one of 16 games, 32 games, and 64 games is selected as the number of periodic games. In the case of cycle B, for example, one of 50 games, 100 games, 150 games, and 200 games is selected. In the case of cycle C, for example, one of 23 games, 24 games, 31 games, and 32 games is selected.
Furthermore, a smaller number of periodic games is more likely to be selected during the losing period than during the winning period.
Furthermore, in the case of a winning cycle, it is set such that 23 games and 32 games are selected in cycle C. Therefore, in cycle C, 32 games is selected as the number of games only in the winning cycle, so if the actual number of games exceeds 31 games, it is possible to increase the player's expectations. becomes.
Further, the player can estimate the pseudo setting value and the setting value to some extent based on the number of periodic games in each period, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.
As described above, the non-advantageous state control process is performed.

The slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment executes a lottery regarding the AT state by referring to the pseudo setting value determined at the time of transition to the advantageous section during the advantageous section.
Specifically, in addition to the above-mentioned cycle number lottery, cycle pattern lottery, winning cycle lottery, and cycle game number lottery, other lotteries (CZ stage lottery, AT state lottery, etc.) to be described later are also based on pseudo setting values. A lottery regarding the AT state is executed.
Therefore, by using one lottery table as another lottery table, the storage area for table data can be reduced.
Further, each time a lottery is executed, the pseudo setting value is referred to without referring to the setting value set by the probability setting device 15, so that processing efficiency can be improved.
Furthermore, since the pseudo set value is determined again each time the game moves to an advantageous section, it is possible to provide various playability and to make it difficult for the player to distinguish the set value.

(Normal stage)
Since the normal stage is controlled to a non-AT state and is a gaming state disadvantageous to the player, the player plays the game while hoping to shift to a gaming state advantageous to the player as soon as possible.
A normal stage is composed of a plurality of states (cycles), and for example, as shown in FIG. It is configured. Note that in this embodiment, there are three types of cycles, but the number may be two or less or four or more.
Basically, each cycle is controlled in the order of cycle A → cycle B → cycle C, and execution of one or more cycles is defined as one cycle. For example, the game progresses with three cycles of cycle A→cycle B→cycle C as one cycle.

The type of cycle controlled during one cycle is based on the cycle pattern.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 operates as a state control means to perform control in each period based on a periodic pattern (for example, period A→period B→period C) determined in advance by a periodic pattern lottery.
Further, the number of games to be executed in each period is determined in advance by a lottery for the number of games in each period.
Specifically, the main control unit 10 operates as a first number-of-games determination means and a second number-of-games determination means, so that, for example, the period A determines any one of 16 games, 32 games, and 64 games. , period B determines any one of 50 games, 100 games, 150 games, and 200 games, and period C determines any one of 23 games, 24 games, 31 games, and 32 games.
In this way, the type of cycle to be controlled during one cycle is determined by the cycle pattern, and the number of cycle games in each cycle is determined.

The normal stage is controlled to shift to a gaming state (pseudo-bonus A or AT stage) advantageous to the player upon execution of a predetermined number of games related to one cycle.
The predetermined number of times (number of cycles) is determined in advance by a number of cycles drawn before the start of the normal stage. As for the number of cycles, when a smaller number of cycles is determined, the period of stay in the normal stage becomes shorter, so that it is possible to shift to an advantageous gaming state earlier.
Further, in each cycle, if a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, if a transition lottery is won in conjunction with winning a rare combination), control is performed to shift to a gaming state advantageous to the player.
For example, if a predetermined condition is met in cycle A, it is possible to move to pseudo bonus A (specific game state), and if a predetermined condition is met in cycle B and cycle C, the transition to CZ stage (special game state) is possible. state).
In this way, since the destination differs depending on the period of stay, it is possible to increase the interest of the game and the expectations of the players.
Furthermore, in the normal stage, the difference in the staying period is identifiably notified to the player. For example, the background image on the display 8 is used to notify the user, and during period A, a "daytime" background image is displayed, during period B, an "evening" background image, and during period C, a "night" background image is displayed. Note that this display mode is an example, and any notification mode can be adopted as long as the notification mode is associated with each cycle.

Next, each process executed during the normal stage will be explained.
During the normal stage, "period A control processing", "period B control processing", and "period C control processing" are executed. These processes will be explained in order below.

The period A control process performed by the main control unit 10 will be described with reference to FIG.
The cycle A control process is executed when the current cycle type is cycle A.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S21).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S21: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S21: Yes), the AT state is It is determined whether the lottery winning combination has been won (S22).
The AT state lottery winning combinations are, for example, a weak cherry prize, a strong cherry prize, a watermelon prize, a chance prize, a special prize A, and a special prize B. Note that the AT state lottery winning combination is not limited to these, and may also be a non-rare winning combination, for example.

When it is determined that the AT state lottery combination has been won (S22: Yes), the AT state lottery (normal) is executed (S23).
In the AT state lottery (normal), by referring to the "AT state lottery table (normal)" shown in FIG. 19, a lottery to transition to the AT state is executed based on the pseudo setting value and the winning combination.
For example, if you win the Weak Cherry combination and the pseudo setting value is set to an odd value (1, 3, 5, 7), the probability of winning is 2/256, and the pseudo setting value is an even value (2 , 4, 6) are set, the probability of winning is 1/256.
Also, if you win the Strong Cherry combination and the pseudo setting value is set to an odd value (1, 3, 5, 7), you will win with a probability of 32/256, and the pseudo setting value is an even value (2 , 4, 6) are set, the probability of winning is 16/256.
Further, if the special winning combination A or special winning combination B is won, it is set so that the winning is confirmed (256/256).
Further, although explanations are omitted, other winning combinations are also drawn at the probabilities shown in the figure.
In this way, regardless of the magnitude of the pseudo setting value, it is easier to win when the number is odd than when it is an even number. Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and the larger the pseudo setting value, the easier it is to win.

Next, it is determined whether or not the AT state lottery (normal) has been won (S24).
If it is determined that the AT state lottery (normal) has been won (S24: Yes), the AT type lottery (normally awarded) is executed (S25) and the game is shifted to the determined gaming state (pseudo bonus). control (S26) (arrow e in FIG. 9).
In the AT type lottery (granted in normal times), by referring to the "AT type lottery table (given in normal times)" shown in Fig. 20, the transfer destination is randomly selected based on the number of games played in the advantageous section (value indicated by counter A1). Determined by.
For example, if the number of games played in the advantageous period (value indicated by counter A1) is "299 games or less", "pseudo bonus A1" is selected as the transfer destination with a probability of 120/256, and with a probability of 128/256. "Pseudo bonus A3" is selected, and settings are made such that "pseudo bonus A4" to "pseudo bonus A7" are selected with a probability of 2/256.
Further, if the number of games played in the advantageous period (value indicated by counter A1) is "900 games or more", the setting is such that "pseudo bonus A2" is determined as the transfer destination (256/256).
In this way, the type of AT state (pseudo-bonus) to which the player transitions afterward differs depending on the number of games played in the advantageous period.
Note that the number of games in the advantageous section for which the game state transition lottery is to be performed may be a number other than the above, and the transition lottery may be performed for all games. Further, the number of games eligible for lottery may be changed depending on the establishment of a predetermined condition.

Furthermore, in the AT type lottery (granted during normal times), the larger the number of games played in the advantageous section, the easier it is to win the "pseudo bonus A2".
This is due to the following reason.
In a state where the number of games played in an advantageous section is large, that is, in a state close to the advantageous section limiter (1500 games), the period of stay of the AT state (pseudo bonus, AT stage, etc.) that will be transferred later in the same advantageous section is shortened, This is disadvantageous for the player.
Therefore, when transitioning from the normal stage to the AT state (pseudo bonus, AT stage, etc.), if there are few remaining advantageous section games, the transition to pseudo bonus A2 is made easier, and after the end of pseudo bonus A2, the non-advantageous Control is performed so that the state changes from the CZ stage (CZ3).
As a result, the number of games played in the advantageous section (value indicated by counter A1) is reset, and you can move to the CZ stage (CZ3) immediately after the start of a new advantageous section, and then win the lottery to enter the AT state. In this case, a sufficient period of stay can be secured.

In S22, if it is determined that the AT state lottery combination has not been won (S22: No), it is determined whether or not the "CZ stage transition right" described later is owned (S27).
If it is determined that the user has the right to move to the CZ stage (S27: Yes), the "CZ mode" is initialized (set to CZ mode 1) (S31).
The "CZ mode" is a mode that affects the ease of transition to the CZ stage, and is set, for example, in four stages (1 to 4). The mode is promoted in the order of CZ mode 1 (initial value) → CZ mode 2 → CZ mode 3 → CZ mode 4, and it is controlled so that it will not be demoted until it moves to the CZ stage, and when it moves to the CZ stage, it will be reset to CZ mode 1. be done.
Note that the CZ mode is not limited to four stages, but may be three stages or less or five stages or more.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the CZ stage transition right is not owned (S27: No), it is determined whether or not the CZ stage lottery winning combination has been won in the current game (S28).
The CZ stage lottery roles are, for example, a weak cherry role and a watermelon role. Note that the winning combination is not limited to these, and other rare combinations or non-rare combinations may be used, for example.
If it is determined that the CZ stage lottery winning combination has been won (S28: Yes), the CZ stage lottery is executed (S29).
In the CZ stage lottery, by referring to the "CZ stage lottery table (CZ modes 1 to 4)" shown in FIG. 21, a transition lottery to the CZ stage is executed based on the current CZ mode and pseudo setting values.
As shown in FIG. 21, it is possible to move to CZ1, CZ2, or CZ4 among the CZ stages, and it is easy to win based on the relationship of CZ4<CZ2<CZ1.
Furthermore, it is easier to win based on the relationship: CZ mode 1 < CZ mode 2 < CZ mode 3 < CZ mode 4.

For example, in the case of CZ mode 1, if the pseudo setting value is set to "1", the probability of winning "CZ1" is 29/256, the probability of winning "CZ2" is 2/256, If the setting is such that the probability of winning "CZ4" is 1/256, and "7" is set in the pseudo setting value, the probability of winning "CZ1" is 46/256, and the probability of winning "CZ4" is 16/256. It is set so that the probability of winning "CZ2" is 256, and the probability of winning "CZ4" is 2/256.
In addition, in the case of CZ mode 4, if the pseudo setting value is set to "1", the probability of winning "CZ1" is 60/256, the probability of winning "CZ2" is 18/256, If the probability of winning "CZ4" is 1/256, and "7" is set as the pseudo setting value, the probability of winning "CZ1" is 67/256, and the probability of winning "CZ4" is 34/256. It is set so that the probability of winning "CZ2" is 256, and the probability of winning "CZ4" is 5/256.
Further, although the explanation is omitted, a lottery is also performed with the illustrated probabilities for other CZ modes and pseudo setting values.

Next, it is determined whether or not the player has won the CZ stage lottery (S30).
If it is determined that the CZ stage lottery has been won (S30: Yes), the CZ mode is initialized (S31), and control is performed to shift to the CZ type determined in the CZ stage lottery (S32) (FIG. 9 arrow d).

If it is determined in S28 that the CZ stage lottery has not been won (S28: No), or if it is determined in S30 that the CZ stage lottery has not been won (S30: No), the CZ mode lottery is executed. (S33).
In the CZ mode lottery, the CZ mode is determined by lottery based on the pseudo setting value and the current CZ mode by referring to the "CZ mode lottery table" shown in FIG.
For example, when the pseudo setting value is 1 to 5, if the current CZ mode is CZ mode 1, "CZ mode 2" will be selected with a probability of 4/256, and if the current CZ mode is CZ mode 2, "CZ mode 2" will be selected. , "CZ mode 3" is selected with a probability of 3/256, and when the current CZ mode is CZ mode 3, "CZ mode 4" is selected with a probability of 2/256. ing.
Also, when the pseudo setting value is 6 to 7, if the current CZ mode is CZ mode 1, "CZ mode 2" will be selected with a probability of 8/256, and if the current CZ mode is CZ mode 2, "CZ mode 2" will be selected. , "CZ mode 3" is selected with a probability of 8/256, and when the current CZ mode is CZ mode 3, "CZ mode 4" is selected with a probability of 8/256. ing.

In this way, the larger the pseudo setting value is, the easier it is to win (the CZ mode is promoted). In addition, in the CZ mode lottery, it is assumed that the CZ mode will be promoted one stage at a time, and once promoted, it will not be demoted until it is reset, but this is not limited to this, even if the CZ mode is demoted by the lottery. Often, there may be multiple levels of promotion or demotion. Further, the initial value of the CZ mode may be other than CZ mode 1.
Furthermore, although it is assumed that the CZ mode will not be notified to the player, it may be notified to the player, and in this case, the higher the CZ mode, the higher the probability of transition to the CZ stage. , it becomes possible to increase the expectations of the players.

Next, it is determined whether it is the last game of period A (S34).
If it is determined that it is not the final game of period A (S34: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that it is the final game of period A (S34: Yes), the player owns the special control rights described below. It is determined whether or not to do so (S35).
If it is determined that the special control right is owned (S35: Yes), the special control right is used to control the gaming state to shift to a non-advantageous state (S36) (arrow c in FIG. 9).
On the other hand, if it is determined that the special control right is not owned (S35: No), it is determined whether the next controlled period is period C with reference to the periodic pattern (S37).

If it is determined that the next period to be controlled is not period C (S37: No), control is performed to period B (S41); on the other hand, if it is determined that the next period to be controlled is period C, (S37: Yes), it is determined whether the cycle is a winning cycle (S38).
If it is determined that the cycle is a winning cycle (S38: Yes), an AT type lottery (granted after cycle C ends) is executed (S39), and the gaming state is controlled to cycle C (S40).
The AT type lottery (awarded after the end of cycle C) is based on the number of games played in the advantageous section (value indicated by counter A1) by referring to the "AT type lottery table (awarded after the end of cycle C)" shown in FIG. , the destination after the regular stage ends will be determined by lottery.
The transition destination after the end of the normal stage determined in the lottery is referred to during the subsequent cycle C (cycle C control process), and the transition destination is transitioned to the AT state during the cycle C.

For example, if the number of games played in the advantageous period is "299 games or less", "Pseudo Bonus A1" will be selected as the transfer destination with a probability of 120/256, and "Pseudo Bonus A3" will be selected with a probability of 124/256. The setting is such that "Pseudo Bonus A4" to "Pseudo Bonus A7" and "AT Stage (Normal Preparation Stage, Special Preparation Stage)" are selected with a probability of 2/256.
Further, when the number of games played in the advantageous period is "900 games or more", "pseudo bonus A2" is determined as the transfer destination (256/256).
In this way, the transfer destination differs depending on the number of games played in the advantageous section, and for the same reason as the AT type lottery (granted in normal times) mentioned above, the larger the number of games played in the advantageous section, the greater the pseudo bonus A2. It has become easier to win.
As described above, the period A control process is performed.

In this way, if the current cycle is a winning cycle (specific cycle) and cycle C (second state) is controlled after cycle A, pseudo bonus A (specific gaming state) and It is determined whether or not to control the game state to any one of the game states including the AT stage (special game state), and at the end of cycle C, the game state can be controlled to the determined game state.
As a result, for example, during the cycle C in which the game state is shifted after determining the destination gaming state, it is possible to execute a performance that suggests the destination, and it is possible to improve interest.

Next, the cycle B control process performed by the main control unit 10 will be described with reference to FIG.
The cycle B control process is executed when the current cycle type is cycle B.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S51).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S51: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S51: Yes), the right to move to the CZ stage is granted. It is determined whether or not the item is owned (S52).
Note that the subsequent steps S52 to S58 are the same as steps S27 to S33 in the period A control process described above.

Next, it is determined whether or not it is the last game of period B (S59), and if it is determined that it is the last game of period B (S59: Yes), it is determined whether or not this period is a winning period (S60). ).
If it is determined that the cycle is a winning cycle (S60: Yes), an AT type lottery (granted after cycle C ends) is executed (S61), and the gaming state is controlled to cycle C (S62).
The AT type lottery (awarded after the end of cycle C) can be performed by referencing the "AT type lottery table (awarded after the end of cycle C)" shown in FIG. 23, similar to S39 of the cycle A control process described above. Based on the number of games, the destination after the normal stage is decided by lottery.
As described above, the cycle B control process is performed.

Next, the period C control process performed by the main control unit 10 will be described with reference to FIG.
The cycle C control process is executed when the current cycle type is cycle C.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S71).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S71: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S71: Yes), the corresponding cycle is the winning cycle. It is determined whether or not (S72).
If it is determined that the cycle is a winning cycle (S72: Yes), it is determined whether or not it is the final game of cycle C (S80), and if it is determined that the cycle is not a winning cycle (S72). :No), it is determined whether or not the CZ stage transition right is owned (S73).
Note that the transition processing to the CZ stage related to the subsequent steps S73 to S79 is performed in substantially the same manner as steps S27 to S33 in the period A control processing described above.

The difference from the cycle A control process is that in the cycle A control process, if the CZ stage lottery is won, the cycle A process is interrupted and the process moves to the CZ stage. When winning a lottery, the control is performed so that the control does not immediately shift to the CZ stage, but after the end of cycle C, the control is performed to the next cycle (cycle A or cycle B) and then shifts to the CZ stage.
Therefore, if you win the CZ stage lottery during cycle C (S76: Yes), the right to move to the CZ stage is granted and stored in the storage unit (S78), and in the subsequent cycle A or cycle B, The CZ stage transition right is used to transition to the CZ stage.
As a result, among period A, period B, and period C, period C has a higher period than period A and period B because the AT stage is the only advantageous gaming state that can be transitioned to until the number of period games is exhausted. It is possible to increase the player's expectations for the game in C.
Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and if the CZ stage lottery is won in cycle C, the process may shift to the CZ stage during cycle C.

Next, it is determined whether or not it is the last game of period C (S80), and if it is determined that it is the last game of period C (S80: Yes), it is determined whether or not this period is a winning period (S81). ).
If it is determined that the cycle is a winning cycle (S81: Yes), control is performed to shift to the AT state (S82) (arrows e and f in FIG. 9). In this case, the transition destination is the gaming state (pseudo bonus A or AT stage) determined in the AT type lottery (granted after the end of cycle C) executed in the immediately preceding cycle A or cycle B.

If it is determined that the period is not a winning period (S81: No), it is determined whether the number of games played in the advantageous section (the value indicated by the counter A1) is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (S83). For example, it is determined whether or not there are "900 games" or more.
If it is determined that the number of games played in the advantageous section is greater than or equal to the predetermined number (S83: Yes), a special control right is granted, stored (stocked) in the storage unit (S84), and controlled to cycle A (S85). .
The special control right is the right to transition to a non-advantageous state. In other words, it is the right to end the advantageous section and move to the normal section. The special control rights stocked during cycle C are used during cycle A, which is controlled after cycle C ends (S36 of cycle A control processing).

In this way, if the number of remaining advantageous section games is small at the end of one cycle, control is forcibly changed from cycle A to non-advantageous state after cycle C ends.
This means that if you subsequently transition to an AT state (pseudo bonus, AT stage, etc.) during the same advantageous period, the period until the advantageous period limiter (1500 games) will be shorter, and the period of stay in the AT state will be shorter. Since this is disadvantageous for the player, the number of games played in the advantageous period (the value indicated by the counter A1) is reset by shifting to a non-advantageous state after the period C ends.
Thereby, it is possible to shift to the CZ stage (CZ3) immediately after the start of a new advantageous section, and if the lottery for shifting to the AT state is won, a sufficient period of stay can be ensured.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the number of games played in the advantageous section is not greater than or equal to the predetermined number (S83: No), it is determined whether the next period is a ceiling period or not (S86).
The ceiling period refers to the last period among the period numbers determined in the period number lottery. For example, if "3" is determined as the number of cycles, the third cycle is indicated.
If it is determined that the next cycle is not the ceiling cycle (S86: No), a winning cycle lottery is executed (S87), and a periodic pattern lottery and a periodic pattern lottery are executed (S88 to S89). On the other hand, if it is determined that the next period is the ceiling period (S86: Yes), a periodic pattern lottery and a periodic pattern lottery are executed (S88 to S89).
Note that the winning periodic lottery, periodic pattern lottery, and periodic game number lottery (S87 to S89) are performed in the same manner as S9 to S11 in the aforementioned non-advantageous state control process.
However, in the periodic pattern lottery (S10) in the non-advantageous state control process, "1" is always referenced as the number of cycles, but in the periodic pattern lottery in the period C control process, the lottery is based on the following number of cycles. It turns out.
Finally, referring to the periodic pattern determined by the periodic pattern lottery, it is determined whether the next period to be controlled is period A (S90), and control is performed to period A or period B (S85, S91). .
In this way, the periodic pattern and the number of periodic games for each period are determined for each period.
Therefore, since the number of controlled cycles, the type of cycles, and the number of cycle games differ for each cycle, the stay period of the normal stage changes, making it possible to diversify the game content and improve interest. It becomes possible.
As described above, the period C control process is performed.
Note that the normal stage may have a normal probability state and a high probability state with different probabilities of transitioning to the AT state (pseudo bonus A or AT stage), and during the high probability state, the probability of transitioning to the AT state (pseudo bonus A or AT stage) is different. Furthermore, the process of transitioning to the AT state may be performed with a higher probability of winning than the normal probability state.

As described above, in the normal stage, as shown in FIG. (transition destination) can be different. This prevents the game from becoming monotonous and prevents the player from losing interest.
For example, if a predetermined condition is met in cycle A (for example, winning the AT state lottery), it is possible to control the pseudo bonus A (specific gaming state), and in cycle C, a predetermined condition is met (for example, winning the CZ stage lottery). ), it can be controlled to the CZ stage (special game state).

(CZ stage)
The CZ stage is a gaming state that is controlled to a non-AT state and is composed of CZ1 to CZ4 and CZ5.
CZ1, 2 and CZ4 enter from the normal stage, CZ3 enters from a non-advantageous state, and CZ5 enters from CZ3.
CZ1 to CZ4 continue until the number of navigation notifications set at the start of the CZ stage is exhausted (until the number of navigation notifications becomes "0"), and the transition to the AT state occurs until the number of navigation notifications is exhausted. The game that you bet on is executed.
A predetermined number (for example, 3 times) of navigation notification is given at the start of the CZ stage, and 1 is subtracted from the number of times when a replay combination is won. Further, it may be added (added) to CZ1 to CZ4.
That is, in CZ1 to CZ4, the player plays the game with the aim of winning the AT state lottery until the number of navigation notifications reaches "0".

In CZ1 to CZ4, if the AT state lottery is won, the transfer destination differs depending on the type of CZ.
Specifically, as shown in FIG. 11, CZ1 can move to pseudo bonus A1, pseudo bonus A3 to pseudo bonus A7, and AT stage, and CZ2 can move to pseudo bonus A3 to pseudo bonus A7 and AT stage. Yes, CZ3 can move to the AT stage, and CZ4 can move to the AT stage in addition to pseudo bonuses A4 to A7.

During the CZ stage, for example, a performance screen as shown in FIG. 69 is displayed on the display 8.
FIG. 69(a) shows an example of the effect screen of CZ1 and CZ2, FIG. 69(b) shows an example of the effect screen of CZ3, and FIG. 69(c) shows an example of the effect screen of CZ4. FIG. 69(d) shows an example of the effect screen of CZ5.
In CZ1 to CZ4, the remaining number of navigation notifications 81 is displayed at the top of the screen, and a stage explanation image 82 is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
The stage explanation image 82 shows, for example, benefits that may be granted during each CZ. For example, in CZ1 and CZ2, "Bonus if successful!?", and in CZ3, "If successful, AT stage!?"", and in CZ4, "If successful, bonus + AT stage!?" etc. are displayed.
Furthermore, CZ1 and CZ2 display screens having the same display mode, and CZ3 displays only the stage explanation image 82 differently. Thereby, it is possible to make it difficult for the player to recognize that he/she is staying in CZ2, which is controlled to be in a non-advantageous state.
In CZ4 and CZ5, effect images (effect image B, effect image C) different from those in CZ1 to CZ3 are displayed. In other words, it is possible to recognize that the user is staying in CZ4 or CZ5, where there is a high expectation of transition to the AT stage.
Note that CZ3 and CZ5 may display the same effect image. Thereby, by making it difficult to recognize the break between the CZ3 and CZ5 games, it may appear as if a series of games are being executed.

CZ5 continues until the push order bell and the missed eyes are continuously displayed in a stopped state, and within that continuation period, a game with a transition to the AT state is executed.
Specifically, when the sum of the number of winnings of the rare combination and the number of winnings of the push order bell combinations A1 and A2 within the continuation period reaches a specified number of times, the transition to the AT state is confirmed. For example, it is possible to move to pseudo bonus A1 or AT stage.
In CZ5, the remaining specified number of times 83 is displayed at the top of the screen (FIG. 69(d)). The prescribed number of times is predetermined in the previous CZ3, and is subtracted by 1 each time a rare combination is won or a push order bell combination A1, A2 wins. The figure shows that out of the four predetermined times, three times remain.

Next, the CZ stage control processing performed by the main controller 10 will be described with reference to FIGS. 53 and 54.
First, the CZ1 to CZ4 control processing will be explained with reference to FIG.
The CZ1 to CZ4 control processing starts to be executed when the current gaming state is CZ1 to CZ4.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S101).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S101: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S101: Yes), the common It is determined whether a one-card winning combination or an AT state lottery winning combination has been won (S102).

If it is determined that the common one-card winning combination or the AT state lottery winning combination has been won (S102: Yes), it is determined whether or not special winning combination A or special winning combination B has been won among these winning combinations. Execute (S103).
If the special winning combination A or special winning combination B has been won (S103: Yes), the transition to the AT state is confirmed, and the AT type lottery (CZ) to be described later is executed (S106).
On the other hand, if the special winning combination A or special winning combination B has not been won (S103: No), an AT state lottery (CZ) is executed (S104).
The AT state lottery (CZ) selects the AT state lottery based on the pseudo setting value for each type of CZ to stay in by referring to the "AT state lottery table (CZ1 to CZ4)" shown in Figure 24. Execute. Specifically, it is set that the larger the pseudo setting value is, the easier it is to win, and it is also easier to win based on the relationship CZ3<CZ1<CZ2<CZ4.

Next, it is determined whether or not the AT state lottery (CZ) has been won (S105), and if it is determined that the AT state lottery (CZ) has been won (S105: Yes), the AT type lottery (CZ) is executed (S106).
The AT type lottery (CZ) is transferred based on the type of CZ to stay by referring to the "AT type lottery table (CZ)" and "AT type lottery table (CZ (special role))" shown in Figure 25. The destination will be decided by lottery.

For example, as shown in FIG. 25, in the case of CZ1, the pseudo bonus A1 is set to be selected with the highest probability among the pseudo bonus A1, pseudo bonus A3 to pseudo bonus A7, the normal preparation stage, and the special preparation stage. In the case of CZ2, pseudo bonus A3 is set to be selected with the highest probability among pseudo bonus A3 to pseudo bonus A7, the normal preparation stage and the special preparation stage, and in the case of CZ3, , the normal preparation stage is set to be selected with the highest probability among the normal preparation stage and the special preparation stage, and in the case of CZ4, pseudo bonus A4 has the highest probability among pseudo bonus A4 to pseudo bonus A7. is set to be selected.
Also, if special prize A is won, the normal preparation stage will be selected with a probability of 240/256, the special preparation stage will be selected with a probability of 16/256, and special prize B will be selected. is set to be selected so that the special preparation stage will be selected with a probability of 256/256.
Then, control is performed to shift to the gaming state determined in the AT type lottery (CZ) (S107) (arrows j and g in FIG. 9).

Furthermore, during the CZ stage, an expectation effect is executed on the display 8 in order to increase the player's sense of expectation of transition to the AT state.
Specifically, the sub-control unit 20 provides notification on the display 8 to prompt the player to press the button.
For example, when the special combination A or special combination B is won, an image (for example, "Aim for the red 7!") is displayed to prompt the operator to stop the red 7 symbol. At this time, by pressing the red 7 symbol, if the special combination A is won, the single red 7 can be stopped, and if the special combination B is won, the double red 7 can be stopped. Can be stopped.
In addition, if the common one-card winning combination is won, an image is displayed that prompts the user to stop the BAR symbol (for example, "Aim for the BAR!") and a push order navigation that prompts a reverse push is displayed. At this time, the BAR alignment can be stopped by pressing the BAR symbol in the reverse direction.
When the common one-card winning combination is won, the above performance is executed only when the AT state lottery (CZ) is won. Note that if the AT state lottery (CZ) is not won, a push order navigation may be notified that prompts a push other than a reverse push (for example, a forward push).

If it is determined in S105 that the AT state lottery (CZ) has not been won (S105: No), whether or not a rare role (weak cherry role, watermelon role, chance role, strong cherry role) has been won. A determination is made (S108).
If it is determined that the rare combination has been won (S108: Yes), a lottery for increasing the number of navigation notifications is executed (S109).
In the navigation notification number addition lottery, by referring to the "Navi notification number addition lottery table" shown in FIG. 26, a lottery for adding (adding) the number of navigation notifications is performed based on the winning combination.
For example, if the weak cherry combination is won, "1" will be selected as the number of additions with a probability of 64/256, and if the watermelon combination is won, "1" will be selected as the number of additions with a probability of 48/256. "1" is selected, and "2" is selected as the number of additions with a probability of 16/256.
Further, if a chance win or a strong cherry win is won, it is set so that the bonus is always added.
Then, it is determined whether or not the lottery for increasing the number of navigation notifications has been won (S110), and if it is determined that the lottery has been won (S110: Yes), the number of additions is added to the current number of navigation notifications (S111), Finish the process.

In S102, if it is determined that the common one-card combination or the AT state lottery combination has not been won (S102: No), it is determined whether the replay combination has been won (S112).
If it is determined that the replay combination has not been won (S112: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the replay combination has been won (S112: Yes), the number of navigation notifications is subtracted by 1. (S113).
At this time, the sub-control unit 20 executes the same expectation effect as described above (for example, a push order navigation that prompts the player to push backwards, saying "Aim for the BAR!") on the display 8, and prompts the player to press the button. Provides notification to prompt operation. In this case, even if the BAR symbol is pressed in reverse, the BAR matching is not stopped and displayed, and the BAR tenpai matching is stopped. That is, a fake performance is performed that attracts the player's expectations as if he had won the AT state transition lottery.

Next, it is determined whether the number of navigation notifications has reached "0" (S114).
If it is determined that the number of navigation notifications has reached "0" (S114: Yes), a game state transition process is executed according to the type of CZ to be stayed (S115 to S120).
That is, this is a case where the number of navigation notifications is subtracted due to the winning of the replay combination, and the player has not won the AT state lottery until the number of navigation notifications reaches "0".
For example, in the case of CZ1 or CZ2 (S115: Yes), control is performed to shift to the normal stage (S116) (arrow h in FIG. 9). At this time, the cycle is controlled to return to the cycle when the CZ stage enters.
In the case of CZ4 (S115: No, S117: No), control is performed to shift to pseudo bonus A (S120) (arrow g in FIG. 9).

In the case of CZ3 (S115: No, S117: Yes), the lottery is executed a specified number of times (S118), and control is performed to proceed to CZ5 (S119) (arrow i in FIG. 9).
In the prescribed number of lottery, the prescribed number of times to be managed in CZ5 to be transferred after the end of CZ3 is determined in advance based on the pseudo setting value by referring to the "regular number of lottery table" shown in FIG. 27, and is stored in the storage unit.
For example, when the pseudo setting value is large (in the case of "6" or "7"), it is set so that the probability that a small specified number of times will be selected becomes high. Further, when the pseudo setting value is an odd value, it is easier to select a smaller prescribed number of times than when the pseudo setting value is an even value. Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and the larger the pseudo setting value, the easier it is to select a smaller prescribed number of times.
As described above, the CZ1 to CZ4 control processing is performed.

Next, the CZ5 control process will be explained with reference to FIG.
The CZ5 control process is started when the current gaming state is CZ5.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S121).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S121: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S121: Yes), a special It is determined whether the preparation stage lottery winning combination has been won (S122).
The special preparation stage lottery roles are, for example, a weak cherry role, a strong cherry role, a watermelon role, and a chance role. Note that the winning combination is not limited to these, and other winning combinations may also be used.

If it is determined that the special preparation stage lottery combination has been won (S122: Yes), a special preparation stage lottery is executed (S123).
In the special preparation stage lottery, by referring to the "special preparation stage lottery table" shown in FIG. 28, a lottery for transition to the special preparation stage is executed based on the winning combination of the current game.
For example, if you win the weak cherry or watermelon combination, you will win with a probability of 1/256, if you win the chance prize, you will win with a probability of 32/256, and if you win the strong cherry combination, you will win with a probability of 1/256. is set so that the probability of winning is 64/256.

Next, it is determined whether or not the special preparation stage has been won (S124), and if it is determined that the special preparation stage lottery has been won (S124: Yes), control is performed to move to the special preparation stage (S125). ) (arrow m in Figure 9).
Furthermore, if the special preparation stage lottery is won, the sub-control unit 20 may execute a button effect. For example, on the display 8, an operation image consisting of an image imitating an operation button that prompts the operation of the production button 2c, text information (for example, "PUSH") instructing the operation, etc. is displayed, and the production button 2c is operated. If the winner wins, an image congratulating the winner may be displayed.
Further, the probability that the button performance will be executed may be varied depending on the type of winning combination, and the content of the performance may be varied.

On the other hand, if it is determined in S122 that the special preparation stage lottery combination has not been won (SS122: No), or if it is determined that the special preparation stage lottery has not been won (S124: No), the specified number of times subtraction conditions are met. It is determined whether or not this holds true (S126).
The predetermined number of subtraction conditions are satisfied, for example, when the rare combination is won or when the push order bell combinations A1 and A2 are won.
If it is determined that the condition for subtracting the specified number of times is satisfied (S126: Yes), the current specified number of times is subtracted by 1 (S127). Note that the prescribed number of times is determined in advance by a prescribed number of times lottery in the immediately preceding CZ3, and is set at the start of CZ5.
Next, it is determined whether the predetermined number of times has reached "0" (S128). That is, when the sum of the number of winnings of the rare combination and the number of winnings of the push-order bell combinations A1 and A2 reaches a specified number of times, it is determined whether or not it is possible to acquire the right to shift to the AT state.

If it is determined that the prescribed number of times has reached "0" (S128: Yes), an AT type lottery (CZ5) is executed (S129).
The AT type lottery (CZ5) refers to the "AT type lottery table (CZ5)" shown in FIG. 29, and determines the migration destination by lottery based on the pseudo setting value. For example, one of the pseudo bonus A1, the normal preparation stage, and the special preparation stage is selected, and the pseudo bonus A1 is selected with the highest probability.
Then, control is performed to shift to the gaming state determined in the AT type lottery (CZ5) (S130) (arrows l and m in FIG. 9).

On the other hand, if it is determined in S128 that the specified number of times has not reached "0" (S128: No), it is determined whether the CZ5 guaranteed number of times is "0" (S131).
The CZ5 guaranteed number of times is a value for managing the continuous stop display of pressed order bell missed stitches in CZ5, and is subtracted by 1 when pressed order bell missed stitches stop.
For example, "1" is assigned to the CZ5 guaranteed number of times at the start of CZ5. Note that the CZ5 guaranteed number of times is not limited to this and can be set arbitrarily.
If it is determined that the CZ5 guaranteed number of times is not "0" (it is "1") (S131: No), the process ends; on the other hand, if it is determined that the CZ5 guaranteed number of times is "0", (S131: Yes), 1 is added (added) to the CZ5 guaranteed number of times, and the process ends.
In other words, when the guaranteed number of times of CZ5 is "0" (CZ5 ends when the number of pressed order bells is stopped and displayed one more time), if a rare combination is won or the pressed order bell combinations A1 and A2 are won. , the CZ5 guaranteed number of times is added (recovered) by 1.

In S126, if it is determined that the specified number of times subtraction condition is not satisfied (S126: No), it is determined whether the CZ5 guaranteed number of times subtraction condition is satisfied (the pressed order bell is stopped and displayed). (S133).
If it is determined that the CZ5 guaranteed count subtraction condition is satisfied (S133: Yes), it is determined whether the CZ5 guaranteed count is "0" (S134). That is, when the previous push order bell combination A was won, it is determined whether or not the push order bell missed is in a stopped display state.
If it is determined that the CZ5 guaranteed number of times is not "0" (it is "1") (S134: No), the CZ5 guaranteed number of times is subtracted by 1 (S135), and the process ends.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the CZ5 guaranteed number of times is "0" (S134: Yes), normal stage transition preprocessing (cycle number lottery (S136) to transition to normal stage (S141)) is executed. That is, it is determined that the pressed order bells have been stopped and displayed consecutively, CZ5 is ended, and the process moves to the normal stage (arrow k in FIG. 9).
Note that the normal stage transition pre-processing (S136 (period number lottery) to S141 (transition to normal stage)) is the same process as S7 (period number lottery) to S12 (transition to normal stage) in the non-advantageous state control process. executed.
As described above, the CZ5 control process is performed.

In this way, in CZ5, the sum of the number of winnings of the rare combination and the number of winnings of the pressing order bell combination A is until the number of winnings of the pressing order bell winning combination is stopped and displayed continuously (until the CZ5 guaranteed number of times is exhausted). , the game has a game feature in which the transition to the AT state is confirmed if the specified number of times is reached (if the specified number of times reaches "0").
Therefore, even if CZ5 is entered without transitioning to the AT state in CZ3, there is a possibility of transition to the AT state, so the player's sense of anticipation can be maintained.
Further, since CZ5 enters after the end of CZ3, which shifts immediately after the start of the advantageous section, it may enter immediately after the AT state (pseudo bonus A or AT stage) ends, for example. In such a case, since it is possible to return to the AT state again, it also functions as a pull-back zone and can improve the interest of the game.

(pseudo bonus A)
The pseudo bonus A is controlled in an AT state, and all the push order navigations corresponding to the 1st to 3rd reel stop operations of the winning push order Bell combination are displayed. Therefore, it is a gaming state in which an increase in medals can be expected.
Pseudo bonus A consists of seven pseudo bonuses A1 to Pseudo bonus A7, each of which can be continued for a predetermined period (for example, 30 games), and after the pseudo bonus ends, the transfer destination differs depending on the pseudo bonus that stays. It looks like this.
Specifically, as shown in FIG. 12 etc., the pseudo bonus A1 can be transferred to a normal stage or an AT stage, the pseudo bonus A2 can be transferred to a non-advantageous state, and the pseudo bonus A3 is a non-advantageous state. The pseudo bonuses A4 to A6 can be transferred to the AT stage, and the pseudo bonus A7 can be transferred to the special AT stage.
That is, pseudo bonus A4 to pseudo bonus A7 are confirmed to move to the AT stage at the same time as the pseudo bonus enters, and pseudo bonus A1 and pseudo bonus A3 are played with the transition to the AT stage during the pseudo bonus. will be carried out.

Further, in the first game of the pseudo bonus A, a pseudo game is executed.
A pseudo game is a state in which the game is not actually in progress, and the reels 41 are activated and stopped as in a normal game, making the player feel as if the game is in progress. It's a performance.
Specifically, when the start lever 3 is operated, the reel 41 is rotated in the opposite direction, and then a reel effect is performed in which a specific symbol combination (red 7, red 7, red 7) is temporarily stopped on a predetermined line. Then, the user is notified that the pseudo bonus A has occurred. During the reel performance period, the operation of the stop button 5 is disabled, so the game cannot proceed even if the reels 41 are operating.
After the reel presentation period, the reels 41 rotate forward by operating the start lever 3, the operation of the stop button 5 becomes valid, and the first game of the pseudo bonus A is restarted.

Next, various processes executed during the pseudo bonus A will be explained.
During the pseudo bonus A, "pseudo bonus A1 control process" and "pseudo bonus A2 to A7 control process" are executed. These processes will be explained in order below.

First, the pseudo bonus A1 control process performed by the main control unit 10 will be described with reference to FIGS. 55 and 56.
Pseudo bonus A1 consists of a low probability state (hereinafter also referred to as low probability), a high probability state (hereinafter also referred to as high probability) in which it is easier to win the AT stage than a low probability state, and a state in which it is easier to win the AT stage than the high probability state. It has a super high probability state (hereinafter also referred to as "super high probability") in which it is easy to win.
During the pseudo bonus A1, the current probability state is identifiably notified to the player. For example, the notification is made based on the type and color of the background image on the display 8. Note that this display mode is an example, and any notification mode can be adopted as long as the notification mode is associated with each probability state.
Therefore, during the pseudo-bonus A1, the player plays the game with the aim of transitioning to the AT stage while expecting the transition to the high probability state or the super high probability state.

The pseudo bonus A1 control process is started when the current gaming state is pseudo bonus A1.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S151).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S151: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S151: Yes), the common It is determined whether a one-card winning combination or an AT state lottery winning combination has been won (S152).

When it is determined that the common one-card winning combination or the AT state lottery winning combination has been won (S152: Yes), it is determined whether the transition to the AT stage is confirmed (S153). That is, it is determined whether the player has already won the AT stage transition lottery and has acquired the right to transition to the AT stage.
If it is determined that the transition to the AT stage is confirmed (S153: Yes), a stock acquisition lottery is executed (S154).
For the stock acquisition lottery, by referring to the "chance stock lottery table" or "set stock lottery table" shown in FIG. 30, the chance stock acquisition lottery or set stock acquisition lottery is executed based on the winning combination of the current game. .
Specifically, it is easier to win based on the relationship of special winning <common one-card winning <weak cherry winning, and watermelon winning <chance winning <strong cherry winning.

The chance stock is a right that can be controlled into a pseudo bonus B when it is owned at the AT stage (usually AT stage). It is also referenced in the battle breakthrough lottery performed in the AT stage (battle stage).
Set stock is the right that can be controlled again in the normal preparation stage if it is owned in the exit waiting stage. In other words, the AT stages are played consecutively.
Therefore, the more these stocks you own, the more advantageously you can proceed with the game in the AT stage that moves on afterwards.

On the other hand, if it is determined in S153 that the transition to the AT stage is not confirmed (S153: No), an AT stage lottery is executed (S155).
The AT stage lottery is performed based on the current probability state and the winning combination of the current game by referring to the "AT stage lottery table (low probability, high probability, super high probability)" shown in Fig. 31. .
Specifically, the expectation of winning is set to be high based on the relationship of low probability state < high probability state < super high probability state. For example, if you win a common 1-card winning combination, If you are in a low probability state, you will win with a probability of 1/256, if you are in a high probability state, you will win with a probability of 16/256, and if you are in a super high probability state, you will win with a probability of 64/256. It is set.
In addition, in the case of a super high probability state, if a rare combination is won, the lottery is guaranteed to be won, and the special preparation stage is more likely to be won.
Furthermore, although the explanation will be omitted, even if other winning combinations are won, the AT stage lottery will be held with the probabilities shown.

Next, it is determined whether the transition to the AT stage is confirmed (the AT stage lottery was won) or not (S156), and if it is determined that the transition to the AT stage is confirmed (S156: Yes), the process moves to S167 (final game determination process), and on the other hand, if it is determined that the transition to the AT stage is not confirmed (S156: No), it is determined whether or not the high probability state lottery winning combination has been won. A determination is made (S157). The high-probability lottery winnings are, for example, a bell winning, a weak cherry winning, a strong cherry winning, a watermelon winning, and a chance winning.

If it is determined that the high probability state lottery winning combination has been won (S157: Yes), various processes are executed according to the current probability state (S158 to S166).
Specifically, if the current probability state is a low probability state (S158: Yes), a high probability state lottery is executed (S162). In the high-probability state lottery, by referring to the "high-probability lottery table" shown in FIG. 32, a lottery to shift to the high-probability state is executed based on the winning combination of the current game. In this case, it is easy to win based on the relationship of push order Bell <Weak Cherry, Watermelon <Chance <Strong Cherry.
If you win the high-probability state lottery (S163: Yes), for example, you will be given a high-probability number of games out of 10 games, 20 games, or 30 games, and you will have a period of time until you use this high-probability number of games. controls the probability state to a high probability state (S164).

On the other hand, if the current probability state is a high probability state or a super high probability state (S158: No), a super high probability state lottery is executed (S159). In the super high probability state lottery, by referring to the "super high probability lottery table" shown in FIG. 32, a lottery to shift to the super high probability state is executed based on the winning combination of the current game. In this case, it is easy to win based on the relationship of push order Bell <Weak Cherry, Watermelon <Chance <Strong Cherry.
When winning the super high probability state lottery (S160: Yes), the probability state is controlled to the super high probability state (S161).
The super high probability state is a state in which the player stays for only one game. Therefore, if you continue to win the super high probability state lottery every game during pseudo bonus A1, you will continue to stay in the super high probability state, but if you do not win the super high probability state lottery or the super high probability state lottery If not executed, the state is controlled from a very high probability state to a high probability state at the end of the next game.
In pseudo-bonus A1, the lottery to move to the AT stage (S155) is performed according to the current probability state, so if you win a rare combination when the probability is controlled to be extremely high, the probability is high. The transition to the AT stage is then decided, making it possible to increase the expectations of the players.

Further, if the current probability state is a high probability state or a very high probability state (S158: No), a high probability state lottery is executed as in the case of a low probability state (S162).
If the high probability state lottery is won (S163: Yes), the number of high probability games is given (added). In other words, the number of high probability games will be added.
Since the number of high-probability games is subtracted every game during the ultra-high probability state as well as during the high-probability state, the game can be played more advantageously if the number of high-probability games is large.
Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and the number of games that can be played in each probability state may be managed collectively for all probability states, or the number of games may be managed separately for all probability states. .
To manage the number of games in all probability states separately, it is also possible to prioritize each probability state and use the number of games in the probability state with the highest priority first.

If it is determined in S157 that the high probability state lottery combination has not been won (S157: No), it is determined whether the high probability ceiling number of games has been reached (S165).
The number of high probability ceiling games is the upper limit number of games to stay in the low probability state, and when the number of games controlled to the low probability state reaches the number of high probability ceiling games (S165: Yes), the number of games controlled to the high probability state is controlled to the high probability state. (S166).

Next, it is determined whether it is the final game of the pseudo bonus A1 (S167).
If it is determined that it is the final game of the pseudo bonus A1 (S167: Yes), it is determined whether the right to move to the AT stage has been acquired (S168).
If it is determined that the right to transition to the AT stage has not been acquired (S168: No), normal stage transition preprocessing (S169 (cycle number lottery) to S174 (transition to normal stage)) is executed.
Note that the normal stage transition pre-processing (S169 (number of cycles) to S174 (shift to normal stage)) is the same process as S7 (number of cycles) to S12 (shift to normal stage) in the non-advantageous state control process. executed.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the right to move to the AT stage has been acquired (S168: Yes), processing is executed to determine the transfer destination at the start of the AT stage (S175 to S179).
Specifically, if the special preparation stage is selected in the AT stage lottery (S175: Yes), control is performed to move to the special preparation stage (S178) (arrow n in FIG. 9).
Further, in the AT stage lottery, if the normal preparation stage is selected (S175: No), a stage promotion lottery is executed (S176). The stage promotion lottery is performed by referring to the "stage promotion lottery table" shown in FIG. 33, and executes the promotion lottery to the special preparation stage based on the pseudo setting values. Specifically, it is easier to win when the pseudo setting value is an odd value than when it is an even value. Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and the larger the pseudo setting value, the easier it is to win.
If you win the stage promotion lottery (S177: Yes), control is performed to move to the special preparation stage (S178), and if you do not win the stage promotion lottery (S177: No), move to the normal preparation stage. (S179) (arrow n in FIG. 9).
As described above, the pseudo bonus A1 control process is performed.

Next, the pseudo bonus A2 to A7 control processing performed by the main control section 10 will be described with reference to FIG.
The pseudo bonus A2 to A7 control process is started when the current gaming state is one of the pseudo bonuses A2 to A7.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S181).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S181: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S181: Yes), the process moves to the AT stage. It is determined whether the rights have been acquired (S182).

If it is determined that the transition to the AT stage is confirmed (S182: Yes), a stock acquisition lottery is executed (S183), and the process moves to S187. In the stock acquisition lottery, a process similar to S154 of the pseudo bonus A1 control process described above is executed.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the transition to the AT stage is not confirmed (S182: No), it is determined whether the current gaming state is pseudo bonus A3 (S184).
If it is determined that it is not a pseudo bonus A3 (if it is determined that it is a pseudo bonus A2) (S184: Yes), the process moves to S187, and if it is determined that it is a pseudo bonus A3 (S184: Yes) In the current game, it is determined whether the common one-card winning combination or the AT state lottery winning combination has been won (S185).
If it is determined that the common one-card winning combination or the AT state lottery winning combination has been won (S185: Yes), an AT stage lottery is executed (S186). In the AT stage lottery, a process similar to S155 of the pseudo bonus A1 control process described above is executed. In this case, the lottery is performed with reference to the AT stage lottery table (low probability).

That is, in the case of pseudo bonuses A4 to A7 whose transition to the AT stage is confirmed at the start of the pseudo bonus, a stock acquisition lottery is executed every game during the pseudo bonus.
On the other hand, in the case of pseudo bonus A3 where the transition to the AT stage is not confirmed at the start of the pseudo bonus, if the AT stage lottery is won during the pseudo bonus, the stock acquisition lottery will be executed from the next game. It turns out.

Next, it is determined whether it is the final game of the pseudo bonus (S187).
If it is determined that it is the final game (S187: Yes), a gaming state transition process is executed depending on the type of pseudo bonus being executed (S188 to S199).
Specifically, in the case of pseudo bonus A5 or pseudo bonus A6 (S188: Yes, S193: No), control is performed to move to the AT stage (normal preparation stage) (S199) (arrow n in FIG. 9). , in the case of pseudo bonus A7 (S188: Yes, S193: No), control is performed to move to the special AT stage (S199) (arrow r in FIG. 9).
In addition, in the case of pseudo bonus A3 or pseudo bonus A4 for which transition to AT stage is confirmed (S188: Yes, S193: Yes), control is performed to transition to AT stage (normal preparation stage or special preparation stage). (S194 to S198) (arrow n in FIG. 9). Note that the transfer destination stage distribution processing in S194 to S198 is performed in the same manner as in S175 to S179 of the pseudo bonus A1 control processing described above.
Further, in the case of pseudo bonus A2 (S188: No, S189: No, S193: No), control is performed to shift to a non-advantageous state (S199) (arrow p in FIG. 9).

In addition, in the case of pseudo bonus A3 for which transition to the AT stage has not been determined (S188: No, S189: Yes), it is determined whether the number of games played in the advantageous section is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (for example, 900 games). (S190).
If the number of games played in the advantageous section is greater than or equal to a predetermined number (S190: Yes), control is performed to shift to a non-advantageous state (S191) (arrow p in FIG. 9); (S190: No), control is performed to move to the CZ stage (CZ3) (S192) (arrow o in FIG. 9).
In this way, when there are few remaining advantageous section games at the end of pseudo-bonus A3, the reason for forcibly controlling the game to a non-advantageous state is the same as the reason for granting the special control right in the cycle C control process described above. be.
In other words, by controlling the transition to pseudo bonus A3 → non-advantageous state → CZ stage (CZ3), if you win the lottery to transition to the AT state after the start of a new advantageous section, you will have a sufficient stay period. This is because it is possible to ensure that
As described above, the pseudo bonus A2 to A7 control processing is performed.

(AT stage)
The AT stage is composed of a preparation stage, a normal AT stage, a battle preparation stage, a battle stage, an end standby stage, a pseudo bonus B, and a specialized stage.
The slot machine 1 of this embodiment constitutes a series of games in a plurality of game states: a preparation stage, a normal AT stage, a battle preparation stage, and a battle stage, and the game progresses with these games as one set.

Specifically, in the battle stage, a showdown (battle) between an ally character and an enemy character is performed, and when the ally character wins, the stage moves to a preparation stage to start one set of games again, and on the other hand. When the enemy character wins, the game moves to the end standby stage.
Friendly characters and enemy characters are determined over multiple games until entering the battle stage. For example, an ally character is determined in the preparation stage, and an enemy character is determined in the battle preparation stage.
The victory or defeat of the battle corresponds to the result of the battle breakthrough lottery carried out on the battle stage, and the winning (victory) privilege differs depending on the combination of the ally character and the enemy character. Therefore, the level of interest can be improved based on the differences in the selected characters.

Therefore, if the player wins the battle breakthrough lottery executed in the battle stage, the period of stay in the AT stage is extended, so that the game progresses advantageously for the player.
Further, although the details will be described later, in the battle breakthrough lottery, the player who executes the pseudo bonus B more times in the game within one set of AT stages is more likely to win. Therefore, it is advantageous for the player to shift to the pseudo bonus B many times before entering the battle stage.
Further, the pseudo bonus B and the specialization stage are game states in which a large amount of chance stock can be acquired, and by entering these game states during the AT stage, the game progresses advantageously.

Further, in the AT stage, the game mode is controlled to either normal AT or episode AT, which have different game characteristics.
Normal AT is, in principle, a game mode that is controlled when entering the AT stage, in which an ally character and an enemy character can be selected by the player's operation, and the game progresses according to the selected character.
Episode AT enters when a specific condition is met, and can stay up to an upper limit number of sets (for example, 3 sets). For example, during normal AT, if a specific combination of an ally character and an enemy character wins a battle (wins a battle breakthrough lottery), the game enters.
Furthermore, in the episode AT, the ally characters and enemy characters are set to be fixed, and the number of games to stay in each game state is also set to be fixed.
Furthermore, the effects executed during the episode AT have different effect contents (display contents on the display 8, story, BGM, etc.) for each set number, that is, for each set character.

(preparation stage)
The preparation stage is a gaming state that is first stayed when entering the AT stage (hereinafter also referred to as the first hit) or continuing the AT stage (consecutive games).
The preparation stage includes a normal preparation stage and a special preparation stage, and when controlled by normal AT, the vehicle stays in either stage.
Further, the preparation stage is partially controlled to be in an AT state. Specifically, the first game is controlled to be in a non-AT state, and the second and subsequent games are controlled to be in an AT state. From the second game onwards, only the push order navigation corresponding to the first reel stop operation of the winning push order Bell combination is displayed.
When controlled to normal AT, at least two games continue, and from the second game onwards, the game continues until the push order bell combination is won. If it is controlled by episode AT, it continues for 15 games.
Note that the present invention is not limited to the above, and control may be made to the AT state from the first game, and only the push order navigation corresponding to the 1st to 3rd reel stop operations of the winning push order Bell combination may be displayed.

The preparation stage (normal AT) functions as a so-called "ally character determination zone", and if you win the push order bell role from the second game onwards, the corresponding push order (first reel stop operation) will be announced. , the ally character is determined in response to the player's stop operation.
Note that when entering the AT stage from the pseudo-bonus A5, the ally character (special ally character A) has already been determined, so the preparation stage ends in one game without executing the ally character determination process.
Furthermore, even when controlled by episode AT, since the ally character is fixedly determined, the preparation stage continues for 15 games and ends without executing the ally character determination process.

Next, the preparation stage control process performed by the main controller 10 will be described with reference to FIG.
The preparation stage control process is started when the current gaming state is the preparation stage.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S201).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S201: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S201: Yes), the chance stock lottery is executed. It is determined whether the conditions are satisfied (S202).

The execution condition for the chance stock lottery is that the current game is other than "the third set of episode AT and the player owns six or more chance stocks."
The reason for adding such conditions is as follows.
In the preparation stage, if you acquire a chance stock in the state of "3rd set episode AT and own 6 or more chance stocks", you will own 7 or more chance stocks, Details will be explained later, but the winner will be determined in the battle breakthrough lottery for the battle stage that will follow. As a result, when the maximum number of sets for episode AT, which is 3 sets, has been completed (completed), the ending (ending B) is started.
In addition, although the details will be described later, if you win in the battle breakthrough lottery of the battle stage during the third set episode AT, if the difference in the number of tickets in the advantageous section (value indicated by counter B) is greater than or equal to the predetermined number, , it is controlled so as not to forcefully shift to the ending (ending B).
In other words, even though the player is certain that he will move to Ending B by acquiring 7 or more chance stocks during the third set's episode AT, he will In some cases, the game ends without moving to Ending B, and in this case, there is a problem in that doubts and misunderstandings arise.
Therefore, in the present embodiment, by restricting the acquisition of the seventh chance stock in the third set of episode AT, the transition to the ending (ending B) is avoided, and the player is left with doubts and misunderstandings. It is possible to avoid giving

If it is determined that the execution conditions for the chance stock lottery are satisfied (S202: Yes), it is determined whether the common one-card winning combination or the AT state lottery winning combination has been won in the current game (S203).
If it is determined that the common one-card winning combination or the AT state lottery winning combination has been won (S203: Yes), a stock acquisition lottery is executed (S204). In the stock acquisition lottery, a process similar to S154 of the pseudo bonus A1 control process described above is executed.

Note that the chance stock acquisition lottery in S204 may be performed as follows.
For example, if you are in the third set of episode AT and the number of chance stocks you own is 5, by referring to the "chance stock lottery table" shown in Figure 48, you can select a chance based on the winning combination of the current game. Execute stock acquisition lottery.
On the other hand, during the third set of episode AT, and when the number of chance stocks owned is other than 5, by referring to the "chance stock lottery table" shown in FIG. Execute a chance stock acquisition lottery.
Thereby, when regulating the acquisition of the seventh chance stock in the third set of episode AT, it is possible to regulate it in stages. That is, even when the number of chance stocks owned is the fifth, it may be made difficult to acquire chance stocks to prevent the transition to the ending from becoming finalized in stages.

Next, it is determined whether or not it is controlled by episode AT (S205).
If it is determined that it is controlled by the episode AT (S205: Yes), it is determined whether it is the final game (15th game) (S206), and if it is the final game (S206: Yes), the normal The process is controlled to move to the AT stage (episode AT) (S207) (arrow a in FIG. 10), and the process ends.
On the other hand, if it is determined that it is not controlled by episode AT (controlled by normal AT) (S205: No), it is determined whether the gaming state before entering the AT stage is pseudo bonus A5 ( S208). That is, it is determined whether the ally character (special ally character A) has already been determined.

If the immediately preceding gaming state is pseudo-bonus A5 (S208: Yes), since an ally character has already been determined, control is performed to move to the normal AT stage (S212).
On the other hand, if the immediately preceding gaming state is not the pseudo bonus A5 (S208: No), it is determined whether or not the push order bell combination has been won in the current game (S209).
If it is determined that the push order bell combination has been won (S209: Yes), if it is the first game of the preparation stage (S210: No), the process is ended, and if it is the second game or later. (S210: Yes), an ally character is determined (S211). Thereafter, control is performed to shift to the normal AT stage (normal AT) (S212) (arrow a in FIG. 10), and the process ends.
As described above, the preparation stage control process is performed.

The ally character is determined in S211 by referring to the ``ally character lottery table (normal preparation stage)'' or ``ally character lottery table (special preparation stage)'' shown in FIG. Based on this, an ally character is determined and the result is stored in the storage section.
For example, in the case of the normal preparation stage, if the stop button 5a is operated in the first reel stop operation, ally character A is selected, and if the stop button 5b is operated, ally character B is selected. When the stop button 5c is operated, the ally character C is selected.
In addition, in the case of the special preparation stage, when the stop button 5a is operated in the first reel stop operation, special ally character A is selected, and when the stop button 5b is operated, special ally character B is selected. is selected and the stop button 5c is operated, the special ally character C is selected.
Note that each table shown in FIG. 34 is set so that one ally character is determined for each stop button that is operated, but the present invention is not limited to this. It may be selected.

(Example of production of ally character selection)
In the preparation stage, if the push-order Bell role is won in the second game or later, the sub-control unit 20 displays an "ally character selection screen" as shown in FIGS. 70(a) and 70(b) on the display 8. Display.
On the ally character selection screen, for example, a ally character 84 and a push order navigation 85 are displayed.
Different ally characters 84 are displayed in three areas in the left and right directions. It is assumed that the displayed ally character 84 is always the same character displayed in the same area regardless of the type of the winning push-order Bell role, but is not limited to this, and may vary depending on the type of the push-order Bell role. The position where the ally character 84 is displayed may be changed.
Of the ally characters 84 displayed in the three areas, only the ally character 84 (specific information) in the area corresponding to the first reel stop operation of the winning push-order Bell combination is displayed in a selectable manner.
For example, if the push order Bell role A1 or the push order Bell role A2 is won, the ally character 84 in the left area is displayed for selection, and if the push order Bell role B1 to C4 is won, the ally character 84 in the middle or right side is displayed. Friendly characters 84 in the area are displayed in a selectable manner.
FIGS. 70(a) and (b) show a case where the pressing order bell combination B1 is won, and the ally character 84 at the position corresponding to the stop button 5b, which is the correct pressing order of the first reel stop operation, can be selected. is displayed.

The push order navigation 85 displays only the push order navigation corresponding to the first reel stop operation of the winning push order Bell combination, and for the remaining two second reel stop operations and third reel stop operation, Do not display sequential navigation. That is, the push order navigation 85 is displayed to correspond to the selectable ally characters 84.
In this way, the selection method for the ally character 84 is included and displayed in the push order navigation 85.
Then, when the stop button 5 is operated according to the push order navigation 85, it is notified that the corresponding ally character 84 has been selected.
Note that if the stop button 5 is operated without following the push order navigation 85, the push order navigation 85 may disappear and a predetermined ally character may be selected, or the stop button 5 may be operated without following the push order navigation 85. An ally character corresponding to button 5 may be selected.

(Normal AT stage)
The normal AT stage enters from the preparation stage and is a game state that can be continued for a period of 50 games when controlled by normal AT, and for a period of 100 games when controlled by episode AT. be. When these games have been played, the game moves to the battle preparation stage.
Further, the normal AT stage is controlled to be in the AT state, and only the push order navigation corresponding to the first reel stop operation of the winning push order Bell combination is displayed. Therefore, if you win push order bell combination B or push order bell combination C, the push order navigation corresponding to the second and third reel stop operations will not be displayed, resulting in an incorrect push order and the push order bell will be missed. Or the winning numbers may stop.

In the normal AT stage, upon winning a rare combination or the like, a lottery is executed to move to a pseudo bonus B where a large amount of chance stock can be obtained. In this lottery, a lottery is executed according to the lottery state of the pseudo bonus.
The pseudo bonus lottery state has a low probability state and a high probability state, and it is easier to win in the high probability state than in the low probability state. Therefore, in the AT stage, the player usually plays the game while hoping to stay in the high probability state for a long time.
The pseudo bonus lottery state is controlled to a low probability state when entering the normal AT stage by the main control unit 10 operating as a probability state control means, and as will be described in detail later, there is a transition from a low probability state to a high probability state. is configured to shift when the high accuracy counter reaches a predetermined number during the normal AT stage.

Further, during the normal AT stage, for example, a performance image of a character is displayed on the display 8. The character displayed here is the ally character determined in the previous preparation stage if it is controlled by normal AT, and the predetermined fixed character if it is controlled by episode AT. Ally characters are displayed.

Next, the normal AT stage control processing performed by the main controller 10 will be described with reference to FIG. 59.
The normal AT stage control process is started when the current gaming state is the normal AT stage.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether a game start operation (bet operation, start lever operation, etc.) has been performed (S221).
If it is determined that the game start operation has been performed (S221: Yes), it is determined whether the execution conditions for the chance stock lottery are satisfied (S222).
If it is determined that the execution conditions for the chance stock lottery are satisfied (S222: Yes), it is determined whether or not the replay combination has been won in the current game (S223).

If it is determined that the replay combination has been won (S223: Yes), it is determined whether the number of remaining games in the normal AT stage is equal to or less than a predetermined number (S224). For example, it is determined whether or not there are "5 games" or less.
If it is determined that the number of remaining games is less than or equal to a predetermined number (S224: Yes), it is determined whether or not the player owns chance stock (S225), and if the player does not own chance stock (S225: Yes), a zero combo lottery is executed (S226).

The zero combo lottery is a chance stock acquisition lottery.
Specifically, by referring to the "zero combo lottery table" shown in FIG. 36, a lottery is executed based on the pseudo set values.
For example, if the pseudo setting value is set to "7", the setting is set to have the highest probability of winning, and in the case of other pseudo setting values, the odds are higher for odd numbers than for even numbers. It is now easier to win. Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and the larger the pseudo setting value, the easier it is to win.
If you win the zero combo lottery, you will be given one to three chance stocks. Note that the number of chance stocks that can be obtained is not limited to 1 to 3, but may be 0 or 4 or more.
Further, if the zero combo lottery is won (S227: Yes), the sub-control unit 20 is caused to execute a zero combo effect (S228).

(Zero combo performance)
Next, an example of the zero combo effect will be described with reference to FIG. 71.
Note that FIG. 71 shows the configuration of the gaming machine (slot machine) 1 in a simplified manner for the sake of explanation, and each effect image shown in the figure is a simplified version of the image that is actually displayed.
In the zero combo performance, the number of chance stocks determined in the zero combo lottery is notified on the display 8 all at once or in parts.
Further, the zero combo effect is executed by a pseudo game, and the pseudo game is executed three times.
In the pseudo game, rotation of the reels 41 is started when the start lever 3 is operated, and the reels 41 are temporarily stopped and displayed with a specific symbol (for example, a white 7 symbol) (temporary stop state). .
In the temporary stop state, control is performed to move (swing) the reel 41 up and down while keeping it in a stopped state. By swinging the reels 41 in this way, the player who sees the reels 41 can be made aware that the game is a pseudo game different from a normal game.
In addition, in a pseudo game, even if the symbol combinations corresponding to each winning combination are stopped and displayed in a temporarily stopped state, no prizes are won and no gaming value is given to the player (no medals are paid out). It looks like this.
When the reel presentation period of the pseudo game ends, the reels 41 automatically start rotating in the normal direction, the operation of the stop button 5 becomes valid, and the normal game is restarted.

When a player performs a game start operation in a game in which the zero combo lottery is won, the first pseudo game is started, and the display 8 displays a predetermined performance image, an image imitating the bet button 2a, and a bet button. An operation image consisting of a character image "Press BET!" urging the user to operate 2a is displayed (FIG. 71(a)).
If the number of acquired chance stocks is 1 to 3, when the player operates the bet button 2a in this state, the reels 41 will rotate in the opposite direction, and then a specific symbol ("White 7") will be displayed. The symbol) is automatically stopped and displayed, and is temporarily stopped. At this time, the display 8 displays that the chance stock has been acquired (FIG. 71(d)).

After a predetermined period of time has elapsed, each reel 41 starts rotating, and the second pseudo game is started, and the display 8 displays a predetermined performance image, an image simulating a start lever, and a link to the start lever 3. An operation image consisting of a character image "Hit the lever!" prompting the user to operate is displayed (FIG. 71(b)).
If the number of acquired chance stocks is 2 or 3, if the player operates the start lever 3 in this state, the reels 41 will rotate in the opposite direction, and then come to a temporary stop, and the chance stocks will be stopped. A message indicating that the item has been acquired is displayed (FIG. 71(d)).
On the other hand, when the number of acquired chance stocks is one, even if the start lever 3 is operated by the player, the reels 41 do not rotate in reverse and the specific symbols are not stopped and displayed. Furthermore, there is no notification that chance stock has been acquired.

Then, after a predetermined period of time has elapsed, each reel 41 starts rotating, and the third pseudo game is started, and the display 8 displays a predetermined performance image, an image imitating a stop button, and a stop button 5. An operation image consisting of a character image "Press the stop button!" that prompts the user to operate is displayed (FIG. 71(c)).
If the number of acquired chance stocks is three, when the stop button 5 is operated by the player in this state, the reels 41 will rotate in the opposite direction, and then enter a temporary stop state, indicating that the chance stocks have been acquired. is displayed (FIG. 71(d)).
On the other hand, when the number of chance stocks acquired is one or two, even if the player operates the stop button 5, the reels 41 do not rotate in reverse and the specific symbols are not stopped and displayed. Furthermore, there is no notification that chance stock has been acquired.

In this way, the operation performance that requires the player's operation is executed, and the player is notified that the chance stock has been acquired for the number of times the corresponding operation means is operated (the number of pseudo games). There is. Thereby, the interest of the game and the expectations of the players can be increased.

In the example of FIG. 71(d), it is displayed that one chance stock has been acquired; however, the display is not limited to this, and the number of acquired chance stocks may be notified all at once on the display 8. good. For example, if the number of acquired chance stocks is 2, the acquisition will not be notified in the first pseudo game (bet button operation), but will be notified all together in the second pseudo game (start lever operation). You may. Further, if the number of acquired chance stocks is three, the notification may be made at once during the third pseudo game (operation of the stop button).
Alternatively, the number of acquired chance stocks may be set as an upper limit number of times, and by operating the start lever 3 for the upper limit number of times, it is possible to notify that the chance stocks have been acquired.
For example, in a game where you win a zero combo lottery, the display 8 displays a predetermined effect image, an image imitating a start lever, and an image of the text "Hit the lever!" urging you to operate the start lever 3. The image is displayed (FIG. 71(b)). In this state, when the start lever 3 is operated by the player, a specific symbol is automatically stopped and displayed to become a temporary stop state, and a message indicating that chance stock has been acquired is displayed (FIG. 71(d)). Then, if the number of chance stocks is two or more, an operation image consisting of a text image of "Hit the lever!" urging the start lever 3 to be operated is further displayed, and this is repeated up to the upper limit number of times. .
As described above, the zero combo effect is executed.

If it is determined in S221 that the game start operation has not been performed (S221: No), if it is determined in S222 that the execution conditions for the chance stock lottery are not satisfied (S222: No), or if the replay combination is won in S223. If it is determined that the third reel has not been stopped (S223: No), it is determined whether or not the third reel stop operation has been performed (S229).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S229: Yes), it is determined whether the execution conditions for the chance stock lottery are satisfied (S230).
If it is determined that the execution conditions for the chance stock lottery are satisfied (S230: Yes), it is determined whether or not the chance stock lottery combination has been won in the current game (S231).
The chance stock lottery hands are, for example, a common one-card hand, a weak cherry hand, a strong cherry hand, a watermelon hand, and a chance hand. Note that the winning combination is not limited to these, and may also be a non-rare winning combination, for example.

If it is determined that the chance stock lottery combination has been won (S231: Yes), a chance stock lottery is executed (S232).
For the chance stock lottery, refer to the "Chance Stock Lottery Table (Normal AT Stage/Low Probability)" or "Chance Stock Lottery Table (Normal AT Stage/High Probability)" shown in Figure 37 to determine the winning combination of the current game. A lottery is executed based on the lottery state.
Specifically, the expectation of winning is set to be high based on the relationship of low probability state < high probability state. For example, if you win a common 1-card combination, if you are in a low probability state, , the probability of winning is 1/256, and in the high probability state, the probability of winning is 16/256.
Furthermore, although the explanation will be omitted, even if other winning combinations are won, chance stock lottery will be performed with the probability shown.
If you win the chance stock lottery (S233: Yes), control is performed to move to pseudo bonus B (S234) (arrow d in FIG. 10).

Note that the chance stock acquisition lottery in S232 may be performed as follows.
For example, if you are in the third set of episode AT and the number of chance stocks you own is 5, by referring to the "chance stock lottery table" shown in Figure 48, you can select a chance based on the winning combination of the current game. When the stock acquisition lottery is executed, and on the other hand, during the third set of episode AT, and the number of chance stocks owned is other than 5, by referring to the "chance stock lottery table" shown in FIG. 37, The lottery may be executed based on the winning combination of the current game and the lottery status.

Next, it is determined whether one coin has been paid out in the current game (S235).
``A payout of 1 piece has occurred'' means that in this game, a payout of 1 piece has occurred as a result of the winning of the push order bell role and the push order bell has been stopped and displayed, or a common 1 This is a case where a winning combination is won and one coin is paid out.
Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and either one of the stop display of the push order bell and the winning of the common one-card winning combination may be used.

If it is determined that one coin has been paid out (S235: Yes), the high accuracy counter is incremented by 1 (S236). In other words, when the winning combination of push order bell combinations is triggered and the losing number is stopped and displayed, the high certainty counter is not added.
Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and when a losing number is stopped and displayed, the high accuracy counter may be incremented by 1 or 2 or more.
The high certainty counter is a counter for managing the drawing state of the pseudo bonus B, and when the value indicated by the high certainty counter reaches a predetermined number (for example, "3") (S237: Yes), the pseudo bonus The lottery state of bonus B is controlled from a low probability state to a high probability state.

Further, when the value indicated by the high probability counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (for example, "3"), a high probability game number lottery is executed (S238).
In the high-probability game number lottery, the number of high-probability games is determined by lottery based on the pseudo setting value by referring to the "high-probability game number lottery table" shown in FIG. For example, one of 5 games, 10 games, 20 games, or 30 games is determined and cumulatively added.
During the normal AT stage, the number of high probability games is subtracted by 1 every game along with the remaining number of games in the normal AT stage, and if the number of high probability games is "1 or more", it is controlled to a high probability state and "0". ”, the state is controlled to a low probability state.
Further, during the normal AT stage, the value of the high accuracy counter may be displayed on the display 8 or the like so that the player can see it.
In addition, even if the value indicated by the high probability counter becomes "4" or more due to one payout occurring 4 or more times in a row, it is assumed that the number of high probability games will be awarded. The present invention is not limited to this, and the number of high probability games may not be given for the fourth game.

On the other hand, if it is determined in S235 that one coin has not been paid out (S235: No), the value of the high accuracy counter is initialized to "0" (S239). That is, if a single payout does not occur in consecutive games, the high accuracy counter is initialized.
In addition, in this case, when the losing number is stopped and displayed after winning the push order bell combination, the high accuracy counter may not be initialized.
Therefore, in order for the value indicated by the high accuracy counter to reach a predetermined number (for example, "3"), one payout occurs in three consecutive games.
Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, when one payout occurs a predetermined number of times out of a plurality of games (for example, when it occurs in three out of five games), control may be made to a high probability state.

Next, it is determined whether the chance stock is owned (S240).
If the chance stock is owned (S240: Yes), control is performed to shift to pseudo bonus B (S241) (arrow d in FIG. 10).
On the other hand, if you do not own the chance stock (S240: No), it is determined whether or not it is the final game of the normal AT stage (S242), and if it is determined that it is the final game (S242: Yes), Control is performed to move to the battle preparation stage (S243) (arrow c in FIG. 10).
As described above, normal AT stage control processing is performed.

Note that the normal AT stage control process may be modified as follows.
In the normal AT stage, it is assumed that if the remaining number of games of the normal AT stage is used up, the normal AT stage will end even if there are still high probability games remaining. If the number of high-probability games remains after the number of high-probability games is exhausted, the game may be continued until the number of high-probability games is exhausted.
In addition, if you do not end the normal AT stage until you play the high-accuracy games, in order to prevent you from staying in the normal AT stage for a long time, the number of remaining games in the normal AT stage is "0". , and when the number of high probability games is "1 or more", it is preferable not to add the number of high probability games.
In addition, in the normal AT stage, we have explained the case where the high-accuracy counter is incremented when one payout occurs, but this is not limited to this, and if the pressing order corresponding to the first reel stop operation is incorrect, , the counter may not be incremented. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the user from intentionally adding the high-accuracy counter by pressing the buttons in the wrong order.

As described above, in the normal AT stage, if the push order bell combination (specific game result) is won, the game in which the combination of symbols is stopped and displayed with the push order bell falling (second stop display mode) is played a predetermined number of times ( For example, if this occurs three times in a row, a benefit (high probability state) can be given.
As a result, in the normal AT stage where only the push order navigation that corresponds to the first reel stop operation is displayed, there is a possibility that the push order bells will be stopped and displayed consecutively. It is possible to prevent significant disadvantages.
Furthermore, it is possible to reduce stress on the player due to the inability to stop displaying the combination of symbols corresponding to the push order bell combination.

(pseudo bonus B)
The pseudo bonus B is controlled to be in an AT state, and all push order navigations corresponding to the 1st to 3rd reel stop operations of the winning push order Bell combination are displayed. Therefore, it is a gaming state in which an increase in medals can be expected.
Pseudo-bonus B is composed of pseudo-bonus B1 and pseudo-bonus B2, and is a set-continuous AT state in which the game is played over a predetermined period (for example, 10 games) as one set.
The pseudo bonus B can be executed in a maximum of 8 sets including the pseudo bonus B1 and the pseudo bonus B2 in a game within one set of the AT stage.
Pseudo-bonus B1 is a gaming state that is executed in a state where execution of the final set (eighth set) is not determined. When one set of pseudo bonus B1 games is completed, if the player does not own the challenge stock, the player moves to (returns to) the normal AT stage.
Pseudo bonus B2 is a gaming state that enters when execution of the final set (eighth set) is confirmed and continues to be executed until the final set (eighth set). When the game of the final set (eighth set) of the pseudo bonus B2 is completed, the game moves to the battle preparation stage.
For example, in a game within one set of AT stage, if the total number of executions of pseudo bonus B1 and the number of owned challenge stocks reaches "8", the pseudo bonus B1 shifts to pseudo bonus B2. .

In the case of transition to pseudo bonus B2, winning (battle victory) will be confirmed in the battle breakthrough lottery of the battle stage to be transitioned thereafter.
Therefore, in the AT stage within one set, the player pays attention to the number of executions of the pseudo bonus B1 and proceeds with the game, expecting to move to the pseudo bonus B2.
Further, when moving to the pseudo bonus B2, an effect is performed by displaying an image or the like congratulating the completion of the pseudo bonus B.
The execution timing of this effect may be the time when the execution of the final set (eighth set) is confirmed, or the final game of the pseudo bonus B1. Further, based on a predetermined probability (for example, 50%), it may be determined by lottery whether or not to perform the performance.

Next, the pseudo bonus B control process performed by the main control unit 10 will be described with reference to FIG. 60.
The pseudo bonus B control process is started when the current gaming state is pseudo bonus B1 or pseudo bonus B2. Note that the starting game of the pseudo bonus B may be executed as a pseudo game.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a 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), whether the pseudo bonus B2 is in progress or not. It is determined whether or not (S252).

If it is determined that the pseudo bonus B2 is in progress (S252: Yes), it is determined whether or not the set stock lottery combination has been won in the current game (S253).
The set stock lottery hands are, for example, a common one-card hand, a weak cherry hand, a strong cherry hand, a watermelon hand, a chance hand, a special hand A, and a special hand B. Note that the winning combination is not limited to these, and may also be a non-rare winning combination, for example.
If it is determined that the set stock lottery combination has been won (S253: Yes), a set stock lottery is executed (S254).
In the set stock lottery, by referring to the "set stock lottery table (pseudo bonus B2)" shown in FIG. 39, a set stock acquisition lottery is executed based on the winning combination of the current game. Specifically, it is easier to win based on the relationship of common 1-card hand < weak cherry hand, watermelon hand < chance hand < strong cherry hand.

Next, it is determined whether or not it is the final game (10th game) of the pseudo bonus B2 (S255), and if it is the final game (S255: Yes), control is performed to move to the battle preparation stage (S256). (arrow g in FIG. 10), the process ends.

On the other hand, if it is determined in S252 that the game is not in the pseudo bonus B2 (it is in the pseudo bonus B1) (S252: No), it is determined whether the execution conditions for the chance stock lottery are satisfied (S257).
If it is determined that the execution conditions for the chance stock lottery are satisfied (S257: Yes), it is determined whether or not the chance stock lottery combination has been won in the current game (S258).

If it is determined that the chance stock lottery combination has been won (S258: Yes), a chance stock lottery (pseudo bonus B1) is executed (S259).
In the chance stock lottery (pseudo bonus B1), by referring to the "chance stock lottery table (pseudo bonus B1)" shown in FIG. 40, a chance stock acquisition lottery is executed based on the winning combination of the current game. Specifically, it is easier to win based on the relationship of common 1-card hand < weak cherry hand, watermelon hand < chance hand < strong cherry hand.
If the chance stock lottery is won (S260: Yes), it is determined whether execution of the final set (eighth set) has been confirmed (S261).
That is, in the game within one set of the AT stage, it is determined whether the sum of the number of executions (number of sets) of the pseudo bonus B1 and the current number of owned chance stocks has reached "8".
If execution of the final set (eighth set) is confirmed, control is performed to move to pseudo bonus B2 (S262) (arrow e in FIG. 10).

Note that the chance stock acquisition lottery in S259 may be performed as follows.
For example, if you are in the third set of Episode AT and the number of chance stocks you own is 5, by referring to the "Chance Stock Lottery Table" shown in Figure 48, you can select a chance based on the winning combination of the current game. When the stock acquisition lottery is executed, and on the other hand, during the third set of episode AT, and the number of chance stocks owned is other than 5, by referring to the "chance stock lottery table" shown in FIG. 40, A lottery may be performed based on the winning combination of the current game.

On the other hand, if the execution conditions for the chance stock lottery are not met in S257 (S257: No), if the chance stock lottery role is not won in S258 (S258: No), and if the chance stock lottery is not won in S260 (S260: No), or if the continuation of 8 sets is not confirmed in S261 (S261: No), it is determined whether it is the final game (10th game) of the pseudo bonus B1 (S263).
If it is determined that it is the final game of pseudo bonus B1 (S263: Yes), it is determined whether or not chance stock is owned (S264).
If you do not own chance stock (S264: Yes), control is performed to move (return) to the normal AT stage (S265) (arrow f in FIG. 10), and if you do own chance stock, (S264: No), the pseudo bonus B1 is continued (S266).
As described above, the pseudo bonus B control process is performed.

Note that the pseudo bonus B control process may be modified as shown below.
In the above explanation, the pseudo bonus B2 is entered when the execution of the final set (8th set) is confirmed, and is then continuously executed until the final set (8th set). However, the pseudo bonus B1 may always be executed up to the seventh set, and the pseudo bonus B2 may be executed only in the final set (eighth set).
Alternatively, the pseudo bonus B1 may be executed until the final set (eighth set), and a new pseudo bonus B2 may be executed as the next set. In this case, the number of games for the pseudo bonus B2 may be different from the number of games for the pseudo bonus B1.
In addition, although the pseudo bonus B2 has been described as a case where the execution of the pseudo bonus B of the final set (eighth set) is confirmed in a game within one set of the AT stage, the pseudo bonus B2 is transferred, but the present invention is not limited to this. When the pseudo bonus B1 continues for 8 consecutive sets (8 consecutive wins), the pseudo bonus B2 may be shifted to the pseudo bonus B2.

(Battle preparation stage)
The battle preparation stage is a game state entered from the normal AT stage or pseudo bonus B.
Further, the battle preparation stage is partially controlled to be in an AT state. Specifically, the first game is controlled to be in a non-AT state, and the second and subsequent games are controlled to be in an AT state. In addition, from the second game onwards, only the push order navigation corresponding to the first reel stop operation of the winning push order Bell combination is displayed.
When controlled to normal AT, at least two games continue, and from the second game onwards, the game continues until the push order bell combination is won.
Note that the present invention is not limited to the above, and control may be made to the AT state from the first game, and only the push order navigation corresponding to the 1st to 3rd reel stop operations of the winning push order Bell combination may be displayed.

The battle preparation stage (normal AT) functions as a so-called "enemy character determination zone", and if the push order bell role is won in the second game or later, the corresponding push order (first reel stop operation) will be announced. At the same time, the enemy character is determined in response to the player's stop operation.
Note that when being controlled by episode AT, the enemy character is fixed, so the enemy character can be continuously played for a fixed number of games (for example, 1 game) without executing the enemy character determination process. Finish the battle preparation stage.

Next, the battle preparation stage control process performed by the main controller 10 will be described with reference to FIG. 61.
The battle preparation stage control process is started when the current game state is the battle preparation stage.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S271).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S271: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S271: Yes), the set It is determined whether the stock lottery combination has been won (S272).
If it is determined that the set stock lottery combination has been won (S272: Yes), a set stock lottery is executed (S273). In the set stock lottery, a process similar to S154 of the pseudo bonus A1 control process described above is executed.

Next, it is determined whether or not it is controlled by episode AT (S274).
If it is determined that the game is being controlled by the episode AT (S274: Yes), the game is ended with the game (first game) and the game is controlled to proceed to the battle stage (S278) (arrow h in FIG. 10). , ends the process.
On the other hand, if it is determined that it is not controlled by the episode AT (controlled by the normal AT) (S274: No), it is determined whether or not the push order bell role has been won in the current game ( S275).
If it is determined that the push order bell role has been won (S275: Yes), if it is the first game of the battle preparation stage (S210: No), the process is ended and the second game or later is determined. If so (S276: Yes), an enemy character is determined (S277). Thereafter, control is performed to move to the battle stage (S278) (arrow h in FIG. 10).

In the enemy character lottery, the enemy character is determined based on the first reel stop operation by referring to the "enemy character lottery table" shown in FIG. 35, and the result is stored in the storage unit.
For example, when the stop button 5a is operated in the first reel stop operation, enemy character A is selected, and when the stop button 5b is operated, enemy character B is selected, and the stop button 5c is operated. In this case, enemy character C is selected.
As described above, the battle preparation stage control process is performed.

(Example of enemy character selection)
In the battle preparation stage, if the push-order Bell combination is won in the second game or later, the sub-control unit 20 causes the display 8 to display an "enemy character selection screen" as shown in FIG. 70(c).
On the enemy character selection screen, for example, an enemy character 86 and a push order navigation 85 are displayed.
The enemy character selection screen is displayed in substantially the same manner as the ally character selection screen described above. That is, the enemy characters 86 are displayed in three areas in the left and right directions, and only the enemy characters 86 (special information) in the area corresponding to the first reel stop operation of the winning push order bell combination are displayed in a selectable manner.
For example, FIG. 70(c) shows a case where the pressing order Bell combination B1 is won, and the enemy character 86 at the position corresponding to the stop button 5b, which is the correct pressing order of the first reel stop operation, is displayed for selection. has been done.
In this way, the selection method of the enemy character 86 is included and displayed in the push order navigation 85.
Then, when the stop button 5 is operated according to the push order navigation 85, it is notified that the corresponding enemy character 86 has been selected.

(battle stage)
The battle stage is a game state that enters from the battle preparation stage and can be continued for a period of 10 games.
In addition, the battle stage is controlled to be in an AT state, and only the push order navigation corresponding to the first reel stop operation of the winning push order Bell combination is displayed.
In the battle stage, a performance is performed to increase the player's expectations for the continuation (succession) of the AT stage. For example, a battle effect in which an ally character and an enemy character repeat a battle is executed on the display 8.
During a battle performance, if controlled by normal AT, the ally character selected by the player in the preparation stage and the enemy character selected by the player in the battle preparation stage are displayed, and if controlled by episode AT. If there are, predetermined fixed ally characters and enemy characters are displayed and the performance progresses.

The outcome of the battle is based on the result of the battle breakthrough lottery that is executed when entering the battle stage, and if you win the battle breakthrough lottery, the main character will win the enemy character in the final game of the battle stage. is executed, and if the battle breakthrough lottery is not won, an effect in which the main character is defeated by the enemy character is executed.
Further, during the battle performance, the performance proceeds based on the result of the battle breakthrough lottery, and for example, if the battle breakthrough lottery is won, it is preferable that the performance is performed in which the ally character is superior.
In addition, in this embodiment, it is assumed that the battle breakthrough lottery is executed in the first game when entering the battle stage, but the lottery is not limited to this, and the lottery may be conducted multiple times, A lottery may also be held.

When the ally character is defeated (when the battle breakthrough lottery is not won), the game of one set of AT stages is ended and the game moves to the end standby stage (see FIG. 72).
On the other hand, when an ally character wins (wins the battle breakthrough lottery), the winning (victory) benefits differ depending on the combination of the ally character and enemy character, and the victory benefits vary depending on the content of the victory benefits. Transition to each gaming state (see FIG. 72).

Next, the battle stage control process performed by the main control unit 10 will be described with reference to FIG. 62.
The battle stage control process is started when the current game state is the battle stage.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a game start operation (bet operation, start lever operation, etc.) for the first game has been performed (S281).
If it is determined that a game start operation has been performed (S281: Yes), a battle breakthrough lottery is executed (S282).
The battle breakthrough lottery is executed based on the number of executions of the pseudo bonus B in the set and the pseudo setting value by referring to the "battle breakthrough lottery table" shown in FIG.
Specifically, the overall tendency is that it is easier to win when a large number of pseudo setting values are selected, and it is easier to win when an odd value is selected than when an even value is selected. It's getting easier.
Also, the more times the pseudo bonus B is executed, the more likely it is to win. Furthermore, if the number of executions of the pseudo bonus B is seven or more times, it is set so that winning of the battle breakthrough lottery is confirmed.
In this way, the outcome of the battle is determined based on the number of executions of pseudo bonus B and the pseudo setting value, but the expectation level of winning is not limited to this, but is determined by the combination of friendly characters and enemy characters. It may be different. For example, a combination of ally character A and enemy character C may be more likely to win than a combination of ally character A and enemy character A.

Next, winning benefits for the battle breakthrough lottery are determined (S283).
Specifically, by referring to the "Bonus Lottery Table (Normal AT)" shown in FIG. 42 or the "Bonus Lottery Table (Episode AT)" shown in FIG. decide.
For example, if the control is normal AT and the number of executions of pseudo bonus B is 0 to 7, the combination of ally character A and enemy character A has a probability of 204/256 to continue ( "Preparation stage)" will be selected, "Specialized stage A" will be selected with a probability of 12/256, "Specialized stage B" will be selected with a probability of 40/256, and "Special AT stage" will not be selected. It is set.
In addition, for the combination of ally character B and enemy character B, "Continue (preparation stage)" is selected with a probability of 204/256, "Specialized stage A" is selected with a probability of 52/256, and "Specialized stage "B" and "Special AT Stage" are set not to be selected.
Furthermore, in the combination of ally character C and enemy character C, "Continuation (preparation stage)" is selected with a probability of 178/256, "Specialization stage B" is selected with a probability of 12/256, and "Specialization stage B" is selected with a probability of 66/256. The setting is such that the "special AT stage" is selected with a probability, and the "specialized stage B" is not selected.
In addition, for the combination of special ally character A and enemy character A, "Continue (preparation stage)" is selected with a probability of 204/256, "Specialization stage A" is selected with a probability of 12/256, and "Specialization stage A" is selected with a probability of 40/256. The setting is such that "specialized stage B" is selected with a probability of , and "special AT stage" is not selected.
In addition, in the case of combinations other than these, "Continuation (preparation stage)" is selected with a probability of 204/256, "Specialization stage A" is selected with a probability of 40/256, and "Specialization stage A" is selected with a probability of 12/256. ``Specialized Stage B'' is selected, and ``Special AT Stage'' is set not to be selected.

In addition, if it is controlled by normal AT and the number of executions of pseudo bonus B is 8, which of "specialized stage A", "specialized stage B", and "special AT stage" is selected.
Further, although the explanation will be omitted, it is set so that the benefits are determined according to the illustrated probabilities in accordance with each combination of friendly characters and enemy characters.

In this way, the benefits at the time of winning (winning) vary depending on the combination of characters determined by the player before entering the battle stage.
Specifically, the following is the case (see FIG. 72).
For example, if the push order bell role A is won in the second game or later of the preparation stage (specific game), and ally character A is determined by the player's stop operation, and the second game or later of the battle preparation stage (Special game) If the push order bell role A is won and the enemy character A is selected by the player's stop operation, the push order bell role A will be selected from the second game onwards in the preparation stage (specific game). is won and ally character A is determined by the player's stop operation, and in the second game or later of the battle preparation stage (special game), push order bell role B is won and the player's stop operation is determined. The probability of determining the transition to specialization stage B (first benefit) is higher than when enemy character B is selected by operation.

Note that the probability that specialization stage B will be selected may be other than the above. For example, in a combination of ally character A and enemy character A, the probability that specialization stage B will be selected may be 100%, or In the combination of A and enemy character B, the probability that specialization stage B will be selected may be set to 0%.
That is, any combination of ally character A and enemy character A may have a higher probability of determining transition to specialization stage B (first benefit) than the combination of ally character A and enemy character B.

In addition, in the second game or later of the preparation stage (specific game), if push order bell role A is won and ally character A is determined by the player's stop operation, the second game of the battle preparation stage From then on (special game), if push order bell role B is won and enemy character B is selected by the player's stop operation, the push order will be changed from the second game onwards in the preparation stage (specific game). In the case where Bell role A is won and ally character A is determined by the player's stop operation, in the second game or later of the battle preparation stage (special game), push order Bell role A is won, The probability of determining the transition to specialization stage A (second benefit) is higher than when enemy character A is selected by the player's stop operation.

Note that the probability that specialization stage A will be selected may be other than the above. For example, in a combination of ally character A and enemy character B, the probability that specialization stage A will be selected may be 100%, or In the combination of A and enemy character A, the probability that specialization stage A will be selected may be set to 0%.
That is, any combination of ally character A and enemy character B may have a higher probability of determining transition to specialization stage A (second benefit) than the combination of ally character A and enemy character A.

In this way, in the preparation stage and the battle preparation stage, advantageous benefits are more likely to be awarded when the winning push-order bell combinations are the same when characters are selected (when the same characters are selected).
Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and advantageous benefits may be granted more easily when a different push order Bell combination is won (when a different character is selected).

Furthermore, among the combinations of characters, if a combination of ally character B and enemy character B wins in the battle breakthrough lottery, the game of the next set of AT stages is controlled by episode AT.
Further, among the combinations of characters, only when a combination of an ally character C and an enemy character C is won in the battle breakthrough lottery, it is possible to move to the special AT stage.

As described above, the combinations of characters can be made different depending on the combination of the pressing order, and the types of benefits can be made different depending on the combinations of characters.
Therefore, it is possible to provide variations in the content of the benefits, and also to create interest in the benefits provided based on the differences in the selected characters, making it possible to increase interest.
In addition, since benefits can be granted according to the character combinations determined during multiple games (preparation stage → normal AT stage → battle preparation stage) before entering the battle stage, expectations regarding the granting of benefits can be extended. It can be sustained for a period of time.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 43, if it is controlled by episode AT and the number of executions of pseudo bonus B is 0 to 7, the probability is 204/256 for all character combinations. Settings are made such that "continuation (preparation stage)" is selected, "specialization stage A" is selected with a probability of 40/256, and "specialization stage B" is selected with a probability of 12/256.
In addition, if it is controlled by episode AT and the number of executions of pseudo bonus B is 8, "specialization stage A" will be selected with a probability of 64/256 for all character combinations. , "specialization stage B" is selected with a probability of 192/256.
Note that the winning probability is not limited to this, and the winning probability may be different for each combination of an ally character and an enemy character.

In S281, if it is determined that the game start operation has not been performed (S281: No), it is determined whether or not the third reel stop operation has been performed (S284).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S284: Yes), it is determined whether or not the set stock lottery combination has been won in the current game (S285).
When it is determined that the set stock lottery combination has been won (S285: Yes), the set stock lottery is executed (S286). In the set stock lottery, a process similar to S154 of the pseudo bonus A1 control process described above is executed.
In this way, in the battle stage, a set stock acquisition lottery is executed in response to the winning of a rare combination or the like. That is, apart from the battle breakthrough lottery, the AT stage continuation lottery is executed.
As a result, the game can be moved to the AT stage regardless of the result of the battle breakthrough lottery, thereby increasing the interest of the game. That is, even if you do not win the battle breakthrough lottery and move to the end standby stage, you can move from the end standby stage to the AT stage.

Next, it is determined whether the current game is the final game (10th game) of the battle stage (S287), and if it is the final game (S287: Yes), the main control unit 10 operates as a continuation determining means. Accordingly, it is determined whether or not the player has won the battle breakthrough lottery (S288).
If the battle breakthrough lottery has not been won (S288: No), control is performed to move to the end standby stage (S293) (arrow j in FIG. 10).
On the other hand, if the battle breakthrough lottery has been won (S288: Yes), it is determined whether or not it is currently the third set of episode AT (S289).
If it is not the third set of episode AT (S289: No), a transition is made to each gaming state according to the determined winning benefit (S291).
Specifically, if "continuation (preparation stage)" is determined, control is performed to move to the preparation stage (arrow i in FIG. 10), and if "specialization stage A" is determined If "specialization stage B" has been determined, control is performed to move to specialization stage A (arrow k in FIG. 10, if the "special AT stage" is determined, control is performed to move to the special AT stage (arrow l in FIG. 10).

If it is the third set of the episode AT (S289: Yes), the upper limit number of sets (3 sets) of the episode AT is exhausted (ending transition condition 1 is met), and the transition to ending B is controlled. However, in this case, the main control unit 10 operates as a determining means to determine whether or not the ending shift restriction condition is satisfied.
Specifically, it is determined whether the advantageous section difference number of coins is less than or equal to a predetermined number (2109) and the number of advantageous section games is less than or equal to a predetermined number (1470 games) (S290).
That is, it is determined whether the advantageous period does not end even if 290 coins are acquired, and the advantageous period does not end even if 29 games are played.
In other words, it is determined whether the shift restriction condition that the difference in the number of coins in the advantageous section is 2110 or more or that the number of games played in the advantageous section is 1471 or more is satisfied.

If the transition restriction conditions are satisfied (S290: No), the set stock is erased (initialized) (S292), and control is performed to transition to the end standby stage (S293) (arrow j in FIG. 10).
On the other hand, if the transition restriction conditions are not satisfied (S290: Yes), control is performed to transition to ending B (S291) (arrow m in FIG. 10).

In this way, in the battle stage, even if ending transition condition 1 is satisfied by winning the battle breakthrough lottery for the third set of episode AT, if the transition restriction condition is satisfied, the battle breakthrough lottery invalidate the result of ``Ending B'' and restrict the transition to Ending B.
The reason for performing such control is that if the ending is entered just before the end of the advantageous section and the advantageous section limiter is reached during the ending, the ending will be forcibly terminated midway, causing dissatisfaction to the player. This is because there is a risk of giving.

Therefore, in order to prevent such a situation, transition restriction conditions are set to control the transition to the ending.
Specifically, the following cases apply.
When ending transition condition 1 is met in the battle stage, if the number of games played in the advantageous section is 1471 or more, the advantageous section limiter (1500 games) is reached before the number of games stayed in ending B (30 games) is used up. Since the ending is reached, the transition to the ending is regulated.
Further, even if the advantageous section difference number of coins is 2110 or more, the transition to the ending is regulated because the advantageous section limiter (2400 coins) is reached before the number of staying games in ending B (30 games) is exhausted.

For example, it can be determined whether the transition restriction conditions are satisfied by the following method.
The number of gaming values used by the player in one game when the remaining advantageous section difference number up to the advantageous section limiter is one less than the number of staying games in ending B (30 games) (29 games). (3 pieces) and the number of gaming values given to the player (13 pieces), if the value is greater than the special number (29 x 10 = 290 pieces) multiplied by the maximum number of differences (10 pieces), It is determined that the migration control conditions are met.
In other words, if you win Push Order Bell Role B or Push Order Bell Role C during Ending B and continue to obtain the maximum difference (10 pieces), the advantageous section limiter will be activated before playing 30 games. (2400 sheets), the transition to the ending is restricted.
As described above, the battle stage control process is performed.

Note that the battle stage control process may be modified as shown below.
When the ending transition condition 1 is satisfied, control may be made to transition to the ending B even if the transition restriction condition is satisfied. In this case, Ending B will end prematurely due to the reaching of the advantageous section limiter in Ending B, but for example, if the remaining ending effect is executed, the advantageous section will not end (the ending will be may appear as if it has not been completed). Thereby, the entire ending effect can be shown to the player.
Furthermore, when the limiter of the advantageous section is reached, it may be made to appear as if the advantageous section has ended, and then the transition to the ending may be notified.
In addition, the battle breakthrough lottery has been explained in the case where the lottery is executed based on the number of executions of pseudo bonus B in the set, but it is not limited to this, and the number of executions of pseudo bonus B and the chance stock currently owned A lottery may be performed based on the total number of numbers.

(Waiting for completion stage)
The end standby stage is a game state that enters from the battle stage and remains for two games.
Further, the end waiting stage is controlled to be in the AT state, and only the push order navigation corresponding to the first reel stop operation of the winning push order Bell combination is displayed.
In the first game of the completion standby stage, a notification is given that the game in the AT stage ends, and in the second game, a predetermined notification is given depending on the next gaming state.
For example, if the destination is a non-advantageous state or a normal stage, a result screen is displayed on the display 8. The result screen displays information to notify the player of the results of the games during the AT stage, such as the number of games played during the AT stage (total number of games), the number of medals acquired (total number of ) etc. are displayed.
In addition, on the result screen, setting suggestion information for suggesting or definitively notifying the player of the setting value set by the probability setting device 15 is notified by the notification means (display device 8, speaker 9). Good too. For example, a predetermined character may be displayed on the display 8, and the set value may be predicted to some extent based on the displayed character.
Further, if the transfer destination becomes the preparation stage due to possession of set stock, a display is displayed to the effect that the game related to one set of AT stages will be started again. For example, on the display 8, an effect is performed in which the ally character is revived, and an effect is performed in which the character returns to the preparation stage again.

Next, the termination standby stage control process performed by the main controller 10 will be described with reference to FIG. 63.
The end standby stage control process is started when the current gaming state is in the end standby stage.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S301).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S301: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S301: Yes), the set It is determined whether the stock lottery combination has been won (S302).
When it is determined that the set stock lottery combination has been won (S302: Yes), a set stock lottery is executed (S303). In the set stock lottery, a process similar to S154 of the pseudo bonus A1 control process described above is executed.

Next, it is determined whether the set stock is owned (S304).
If the set stock is owned (S304: No), the stage promotion lottery is continued (S305).
Note that the processing in S305 to S308 is the same as that in S176 to S179 in the pseudo bonus A1 control processing described above, and is controlled to move to the preparation stage (arrow o in FIG. 10).

On the other hand, if the set stock is not owned (S304: Yes), it is determined whether the number of games played in the advantageous section (value indicated by counter A1) is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (S309). For example, it is determined whether or not there are "900 games" or more.
If it is determined that the number of games played in the advantageous section is equal to or greater than the predetermined number (S309: Yes), control is performed to shift to a non-advantageous state (S310) (arrow q in FIG. 10).
In this way, when the number of remaining advantageous section games is small at the end of one set of AT stage games, control is forcibly made to be in a non-advantageous state. That is, the advantageous section is ended and the control is carried out into the normal section.
This means that if you take over the advantageous section, if you move to the AT state (pseudo bonus, AT stage, etc.) in the normal stage of the transfer destination, the period until the advantageous section limiter (1500 games) will be short, This is because the period of stay in the AT state becomes shorter, which is disadvantageous for the player.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the number of games played in the advantageous section is not greater than or equal to the predetermined number (S309: No), normal stage transition preprocessing (period number lottery (S311) to transition to normal stage (S316)) (arrow in FIG. 10) p)) is executed.
That is, when the number of remaining advantageous section games is large at the end of one set of AT stages, the advantageous section is taken over and the transition is made to the normal stage.
Note that S311 (number of cycles) to S316 (shift to normal stage) are the same processes as S7 (number of cycles) to S12 (shift to normal stage) in the non-advantageous state control process.
As described above, the termination standby stage control process is performed.

Note that the termination standby stage control process may be modified as follows.
Before the process of S302, it may be determined whether S292 was executed in the immediately previous battle stage control process. That is, it may be determined whether or not the set stock is erased (initialized) by satisfying the transition restriction conditions in the battle stage.
If the set stock is deleted in the battle stage, the process is controlled to transition to a non-advantageous state by proceeding to S310, and on the other hand, if the set stock is not deleted, the process is controlled to proceed to S302. It's okay.
As a result, since the number of games remaining in the advantageous section in the battle stage is small, the set stock lottery (S303) of the end standby stage control process is performed even though the set stock has been deleted to forcefully control the situation to a non-advantageous state. It is possible to restrict winning and moving to the AT stage.

(Specialization stage)
The specialized stage can be entered from the battle stage and lasts for a predetermined period (for example, 5 games).
The specialized stage includes a specialized stage A and a specialized stage B, and is a game state in which a chance stock and set stock acquisition lottery is executed in every game, and the probability of acquiring stock is high.

Next, the specialized stage control processing performed by the main control section 10 will be described with reference to FIG. 64.
The specialized stage control process is started when the current gaming state is specialized stage A or specialized stage B.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S321).
If it is determined that the operation to stop the third reel has not been performed (S321: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the operation to stop the third reel has been performed (S321: Yes), there is no chance in this game. It is determined whether the stock lottery execution conditions are satisfied (S322).
If it is determined that the execution conditions for the chance stock lottery are satisfied (S322: Yes), it is determined whether or not the specialization stage A is in progress (S323).

In the case of specialization stage A (S323: Yes), by referring to the "chance stock lottery table (specialization stage A)" shown in FIG. 44, the chance stock acquisition lottery is performed based on the winning combination of the current game. Execute (S324).
In the case of specialization stage B (S323: No), by referring to the "chance stock lottery table (specialization stage B)" shown in FIG. 44, a chance stock acquisition lottery is executed based on the winning combination of the current game. (S325).
Specifically, the specialization stage B is set so that it is easier to win than the specialization stage A. In addition, it is easier to win based on the relationship of common 1-card hand < weak cherry hand, watermelon hand < chance hand < strong cherry hand.

Note that the chance stock acquisition lottery in S324 may be performed as follows.
For example, if you are in the third set of episode AT and the number of chance stocks you own is 5, by referring to the "chance stock lottery table" shown in Figure 48, you can select a chance based on the winning combination of the current game. When the stock acquisition lottery is executed, and on the other hand, during the third set of episode AT, and the number of chance stocks owned is other than 5, by referring to the "chance stock lottery table" shown in FIG. 44, A lottery may be performed based on the winning combination of the current game.

Next, a set stock lottery is executed (S326). In the set stock lottery, a process similar to S254 of the pseudo bonus B1 control process described above is executed.
It is determined whether it is the final game (fifth game) of the specialized stage (S327), and if it is not the final game (S327: No), the process is terminated, and if it is the final game (S327: Yes). ), the process is controlled to move to the preparation stage (S328) (arrow n in FIG. 10), and the process ends.
As described above, the specialized stage control process is performed.

(Special AT stage)
The special AT stage can be entered from the battle stage, and is a set continuous game state in which the game progresses over a predetermined period (for example, 10 games) as one set.
In addition, the special AT stage is controlled to the AT state, and all push order navigations corresponding to the 1st to 3rd reel stop operations of the winning push order Bell combination are displayed. Therefore, it is a gaming state in which an increase in medals can be expected.

In the special AT stage, after one set of games is completed, a lottery for acquiring loop stock, which is the right to continue playing the special AT stage (consecutive games), is carried out. Therefore, the more loop stock you acquire, the longer you can stay in the special AT stage, which is more advantageous.
Further, when loop stock is acquired, the player is notified in a way that the player can recognize the fact that the loop stock has been acquired.
The special AT stage can be continued (consecutive) for up to 30 sets, and when the continuation of the 30th set is confirmed (ending transition condition 2), the stage shifts to ending C. On the other hand, if the special AT stage does not continue (consecutive hits), the game shifts to a non-advantageous state.
Therefore, the player pays attention to whether or not the special AT stage will be won consecutively, and plays the game with the expectation that the game will move to Ending C.

Next, special AT stage control processing performed by the main controller 10 will be described with reference to FIG. 65.
The special AT stage is designed to continue for at least three sets. That is, at the start of the special AT stage, the game is started with "3" loop stocks provided as the guaranteed number of sets. Note that the initial value of the number of security sets is not limited to this, and may be other than three (including zero).
Also, at the start of the special AT stage, the chance stock and set stock that you currently own will be converted to loop stock. Therefore, since the stock that has not been used up until the special AT stage is used without wasting it, it is possible to prevent players from losing interest.

The special AT stage control process is started when the current gaming state is a special AT stage.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S331).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S331: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S331: Yes), the loop in the current game is It is determined whether the stock lottery combination has been won (S332).
The loop stock lottery hands are, for example, a common one-card hand, a weak cherry hand, a strong cherry hand, a watermelon hand, and a chance hand. Note that the winning combination is not limited to these, and may also be a non-rare winning combination, for example.

If it is determined that the loop stock lottery combination has been won (S332: Yes), a loop stock lottery is executed (S333).
The loop stock lottery is executed based on the winning combination of the current game by referring to the "loop stock lottery table" shown in FIG. In this case, it is easy to win based on the relationship of common 1-card winning <weak cherry winning, watermelon winning <chance winning <strong cherry winning.
When the loop stock lottery is won, the main control unit 10 operates as an execution right granting means and an execution right storage means to grant one loop stock and store it in the storage unit. Note that the number of loop stocks to be provided is not limited to this, and may be other than one.

Next, it is determined whether or not this is the final game (10th game) of the special AT stage (S334), and if it is the final game (S334: Yes), it is determined whether or not the 30th set is currently being played (S334). S335).
In the case of the 30th set (S335: Yes), the upper limit number of sets (30 sets) of the special AT stage has been exhausted (ending transition condition 2 is satisfied), and control is performed to transition to ending C (S336). ) (arrow r in Figure 10).

On the other hand, if it is not the 30th set (S335: No), the main control unit 10 operates as a continuation determining means to determine whether or not the loop stock is owned (S337).
If you do not own the loop stock (S337: Yes), it is determined whether the current set is the 20th to 29th set (S338), and if it is not the 20th to 29th set (S338: No). , control is performed to shift to a non-advantageous state (S342) (arrow s in FIG. 10).
On the other hand, if you do not own the loop stock and it is the 20th to 29th set (S338: No), the main control unit 10 operates as a determination means, and the ending shift restriction condition is satisfied. Determine whether or not there is.
Specifically, it is determined whether the advantageous section difference number of coins is less than or equal to a predetermined number (2109) and the number of advantageous section games is less than or equal to a predetermined number (1470 games) (S339).
That is, it is determined whether the advantageous period does not end even if 290 coins are acquired, and the advantageous period does not end even if 29 games are played.
In other words, it is determined whether the shift restriction condition that the difference in the number of coins in the advantageous section is 2110 or more or that the number of games played in the advantageous section is 1471 or more is satisfied.

If the transition restriction conditions are satisfied (S339: No), control is performed to transition to a non-advantageous state (S342) (arrow s in FIG. 10).
On the other hand, if the transition restriction conditions are not satisfied (S339: Yes), the ending C lottery is executed (S340).
In the ending C lottery, by referring to the "ending C lottery table" shown in FIG. 46, a transition lottery to ending C is executed based on the number of consecutive sets (consecutive games).
Specifically, the higher the number of sets, the easier it is to win. For example, in the case of the 20th to 22nd set, the probability of winning is 160/256, and in the case of the 23rd to 25th set, the probability of winning is 192/256. It is set so that the probability of winning is /256, in the case of the 26th to 27th set, the probability of winning is 224/256, and in the case of the 28th to 29th set, the probability of winning is 240/256. There is.
When winning the ending C lottery (S341: Yes), control is performed to move to ending C (S343) (arrow r in FIG. 10).

On the other hand, if it is determined in S337 that the loop stock is owned (S337: No), it is determined whether the current set is the 29th set (S344), and if it is not the 29th set ( S344: No), the main control unit 10 operates as an execution right using means, consumes one loop stock, and continues the special AT stage to execute the next set (S347).
On the other hand, if it is the 29th set (S344: Yes), the upper limit set number (30 sets) of the special AT stage has been completed (ending transition condition 2 has been met), and the transition to ending C is made. However, in this case, it is determined whether or not the ending shift restriction condition is satisfied.

Specifically, it is determined whether the advantageous section difference number of coins is less than or equal to a predetermined number (2009) and the number of advantageous section games is less than or equal to a predetermined number (1460 games) (S345).
That is, it is determined whether the advantageous period does not end even if 390 coins are acquired, and the advantageous period does not end even if 39 games are played.
In other words, it is determined whether the transition restriction condition that the difference number of coins in the advantageous section is 2010 or more or that the number of games played in the advantageous section is 1461 or more is satisfied.
If the transition restriction conditions are satisfied (S345: No), control is performed to transition to a non-advantageous state (S346) (arrow s in FIG. 10).
On the other hand, if the transition restriction condition is not satisfied (S345: Yes), the main control unit 10 operates as an execution right usage means to consume one loop stock and execute the 30th set. The special AT stage continues (S347).

In this way, in the special AT stage, even if the transition to the 30th set is confirmed and the ending transition condition 2 is satisfied, if the transition restriction condition is satisfied, the continuation determination result for the 30th set is is invalidated and the transition to Ending C is restricted.
The purpose of performing such control is similar to the regulation of transition to ending B in the battle stage described above, and is to prevent players from feeling dissatisfied due to the ending ending midway through.
For example, it can be determined whether the transition restriction conditions are satisfied by the following method.
The number of remaining advantageous section difference sheets up to the advantageous section limiter is one specified number of times (39 games) less than the sum of the number of staying games in ending C (30 games) and the number of staying games in the 30th set (10 games), A special number (10 pieces) multiplied by the maximum difference between the number of gaming values used by the player in one game (3 pieces) and the number of playing values given to the player (13 pieces). 39×10=390 sheets), it is determined that the transfer restriction condition is satisfied.
In other words, during the 30th set and ending C of the special AT stage, if you win Push Order Bell Role B or Push Order Bell Role C and continue to obtain the maximum difference (10 pieces), you will win 40 games. Since the advantageous section limiter (2400 sheets) will be reached before the card is used up, the transition to the ending is restricted.
As described above, the special AT stage control process is performed.

(Special AT stage production control processing)
Next, the special AT stage production control process performed by the sub-control unit 20 will be described with reference to FIG. 66.
As described above, when loop stock is acquired in the special AT stage, information (specific information) indicating that loop stock has been acquired is generally notified to the player.
On the other hand, the notification of information indicating that loop stock has been acquired is restricted if a predetermined condition is met.
For example, when the number of notifications reaches a specific number, notification of specific information is regulated.
Further, in a game related to the latter half of the special AT stage (near completion), control is performed so that specific information is difficult to be notified.

First, the sub-control unit 20 determines whether or not a game start operation (bet operation, start lever operation, etc.) for the first game has been performed (S351). Specifically, when the sub-control unit 20 receives a signal related to a game start operation from the main control unit 10, it determines that the operation has been performed.
If it is determined that a game start operation has been performed (S351: Yes), the value of the number of loop stock acquisition notifications is initialized to "0" (S352).

Next, it is determined whether or not loop stock has been acquired (winning in the loop stock lottery) (S353). In this case, the sub-control unit 20 makes the determination by receiving a command from the main control unit 10 indicating that the winner has been won in the loop stock lottery.
If it is determined that the loop stock has been acquired (S353: Yes), it is determined whether the value of the number of loop stock acquisition notifications is less than "26 times" (S354).
That is, with the winning of the loop stock lottery as a trigger, it is determined whether or not notification to the effect that the loop stock has been acquired has already been made 26 times.
If the value of the loop stock acquisition notification count is not less than "26 times" (S354: No), the process ends. That is, control is performed so that loop stock acquisition notification is not performed.

Such determination processing is based on the number of times of 30 sets, which is the maximum number of continuous sets of the special AT stage, and the number of times of 3 sets, which is the number of guaranteed sets.
The situation where the loop stock acquisition notification count is "26 times" is a situation in which 26 notifications have already been made, and it is possible to recognize that the next notification will be made for the 27th time to move to the ending.
Therefore, if notification is made in a situation where notifications have already been made 26 times, the player will be notified that the ending has been finalized.
However, if notification is made in such a situation, if the conditions for restricting transition to ending C as described above are met, the transition to ending C will occur even though the player has been notified that the ending has been confirmed. There is a possibility that a situation may arise in which the player does not play the game, and the player may feel distrustful or suspicious.
Therefore, in order to prevent such a situation, when the number of loop stock acquisition notifications reaches a specific number (for example, 26 times), control is performed to restrict notification.
In addition, as the "specific number", only the number of guaranteed sets given at the start of the special AT stage was considered, but it is not limited to this, but also includes the loop stock obtained by converting chance stock and set stock at the start of the special AT stage. You can also set a number.

On the other hand, if the value of the number of loop stock acquisition notifications is less than "26 times" in S354 (S354: Yes), a loop stock acquisition notification lottery is executed (S355).
In the loop stock acquisition notification lottery, by referring to the "loop stock notification lottery table" shown in FIG. 47, it is determined by lottery whether or not to notify based on the number of games played in the advantageous section (value indicated by counter A1).

For example, if the number of games played in the advantageous period is "399 games or less", "Notification" will be selected with a probability of 224/256, and if the number of games played in the advantageous period is "400 to 599 games", "Notification" will be selected with a probability of 192/256. " is selected, and in the case of "600 to 699 games", "Notification" is selected with a probability of 128/256, and in the case of "700 to 799 games", "Notification" is selected with a probability of 224/256. In the case of "800 to 1500 games", "Notification" is selected with a probability of 32/256.
In this way, the larger the number of games played in the advantageous section, the more difficult it is for "notification" to be selected.
As a result, in a game in the latter half of the special AT stage (for example, the 20th to 29th set), even if you win the ending transition lottery, the transition to the ending will not occur because the transition regulation conditions are met. Even if there is, it is difficult to notify the acquisition of loop stock during this period, so it is possible to prevent players from feeling distrustful or suspicious.

Next, it is determined whether or not you have won in the loop stock acquisition notification lottery (S356), and if it is determined that you have won (S356: Yes), 1 is added to the value of the loop stock acquisition notification number (S357). , executes loop stock acquisition notification (S358).
For example, the display 8 displays a performance image including a predetermined background image and character information that allows the player to recognize that he or she has won the stock acquisition lottery. In addition, in response to the display of the effect image on the display 8, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 9, and the lamp 11 emits light in a predetermined light emission mode. Further, the effect image may be different for each type of rare combination won.
As described above, the special AT stage performance control process is performed.

(ending)
The ending is a gaming state that can be transitioned to when the end of the advantageous section is approaching, and is positioned as the final stage of the gaming state that is advantageous to the player.
The ending is controlled by the AT state, and all the push order navigations corresponding to the 1st to 3rd reel stop operations of the winning push order Bell combination are displayed.
Furthermore, the ending is composed of three endings: ending A, ending B, and ending C.
Ending A is entered from each stage when the ending limiter is reached during the advantageous section. It also enters after ending B or ending C. Ending A then continues until the advantageous section limiter.
In Ending B, when the maximum number of sets of Episode AT (3 sets) has been exhausted (Ending Transition Condition 1), the player enters the battle stage, continues for a predetermined period of time (for example, 30 games), and then enters Ending A. Transition.
Ending C is entered from the special AT stage when the upper limit number of sets (30 sets) of the special AT stage has been exhausted (ending transition condition 2), continues for a predetermined period (for example, 30 games), and then ends Move to A.
Note that if the ending limiter is reached during ending B or ending C, the game is controlled not to shift to ending A until a predetermined period of time (for example, 30 games) is played, and then the game moves to ending A.
During Ending B and Ending C, a performance (completion performance) is performed that congratulates the player on the continuation of the advantageous state to the upper limit.
Note that the ending consists of three endings: Ending A, Ending B, and Ending C, and each game state has each function, but the present invention is not limited to this. Good too.

Further, as described above, when the ending transition condition 1 or the ending transition condition 2 is satisfied, if the transition restriction condition is satisfied, transition to the ending is restricted.
Specifically, in the battle stage, if the transition restriction condition is satisfied (the difference in the number of cards in the advantageous section is 2110 or more, or the number of games played in the advantageous zone is 1471 or more), the ending transition condition 1 is satisfied. Even if it is, transition to Ending B is restricted.
In addition, in the special AT stage, if the transition restriction condition is satisfied (the number of advantageous zone difference is 2110 or more, or the number of games played in the advantageous zone is 1471 or more), the ending transition condition 2 is satisfied. Even if there is, transition to Ending C is restricted.

Next, the ending control process performed by the main control unit 10 will be described with reference to FIG. 67.
The ending control process is started when the current gaming state is ending A, ending B, or ending C.
First, the main control unit 10 determines whether or not a third reel stop operation has been performed (S361).
If it is determined that the third reel stop operation has not been performed (S361: No), the process is terminated, and if it is determined that the third reel stop operation has been performed (S361: Yes), the advantageous section limiter has been reached. It is determined whether or not this has been done (S362).
That is, it is determined whether the number of games played in the advantageous section (the value indicated by counter A) has reached 1500 games or whether the number of advantageous section difference coins (the value indicated by counter B) has reached 2400.

If it is determined that the advantageous section limiter has been reached (S362: No), the advantageous section is ended and the process is controlled to shift to a non-advantageous state (S364) (arrow t in FIG. 10), and the process ends. do.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the advantageous section limiter has not been reached (S362: Yes), it is determined whether this is the final game (30th game) of Ending B or Ending C (S363), and if it is the final game (S363: Yes), the process is controlled to proceed to ending A (S365), and the process ends.
As described above, the ending control process is performed.

As explained above, in the present invention, one cycle can be composed of a plurality of states including a first state (for example, cycle A) and a second state (for example, cycle C), and a predetermined number of cycles In a gaming machine (slot machine 1) that can be controlled to a predetermined gaming state that is advantageous to the player based on the execution of the game, when a predetermined condition is satisfied in the first state (for example, when a rare combination The player is provided with a gaming state control means (main control unit 10) capable of controlling a specific gaming state (for example, pseudo bonus A) that is advantageous to the player (in the case of winning a transition lottery accompanying winning), the gaming state control means: When a predetermined condition is satisfied in the second state (for example, when a transfer lottery is won in conjunction with winning a rare combination), the configuration can be controlled to a special game state (for example, CZ stage) that is advantageous to the player. There is.

By having such a configuration, the slot machine 1 according to the present invention divides one cycle into a plurality of states (cycles A to C), and enters a lottery regarding awarding benefits that is executed in each divided cycle. The type of benefit (for example, the destination to which the gaming state will be transferred) in the event of winning can be varied.
This prevents the game from becoming monotonous and prevents the player from losing interest.

On the other hand, Patent Document 1 discloses that the number of games per cycle is a predetermined number of games (300 times), and the AT winning probability is controlled to a relatively low probability state until the predetermined number of games is played. A gaming machine is disclosed.
In this gaming machine, the first cycle ends by playing a predetermined number of games in a low probability state, and then shifts to a high probability state where the AT winning probability is relatively high. If the AT is not won by the end of the game (round), the system shifts to the low probability state for the second cycle, and is controlled again to the low probability state a predetermined number of times.
However, with this gaming machine, the number of games that are controlled to be in a low probability state is fixed, and the degree of advantage of the winning AT does not change no matter what situation the AT lottery is won in, so the games become monotonous. There was a risk that interest would decline.
In this way, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment can solve all or some of the problems that conventional gaming machines should improve.

Although the preferred embodiments of the gaming machine of the present invention have been described above, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications can be made within the scope of the present invention. Needless to say.
For example, in the present embodiment, the ally character is determined after the second game of the preparation stage, and then the enemy character is determined after the second game of the battle preparation stage, but the present invention is not limited to this. The enemy character may be determined in the step, and then the ally character may be determined in the battle preparation stage.

Furthermore, the relationship (compatibility) between friendly characters A to C and enemy characters A to C may be set in advance, and if related characters are selected, the probability of winning the battle breakthrough lottery is increased. Alternatively, the probability of receiving an advantageous award as a winning award may be increased, or both may be used.
Furthermore, the ally characters A to C may be associated with the special ally characters A to C, respectively. For example, the special ally characters A to C are associated with each other after their respective transformations, so that it can be recognized that it is more advantageous if the special ally characters A to C are selected. It's okay.
Thereby, it is possible to draw attention to the selection of characters, and it is possible to improve interest.

Alternatively, a third character may be determined. For example, if an ally character is selected as the third character, determined by the player's stop operation after winning the Push Order Bell role, the probability of winning the battle breakthrough lottery is determined by the player's stop operation before entering the battle stage. may be increased, or the probability that a stage other than specialized stage A will be selected as a winning benefit may be increased, or both may be used.
If an enemy character is selected as the third character, on the contrary, the probability of winning the battle breakthrough lottery may be lowered, or the probability of specialization stage A being selected as a winning benefit may be increased. Well, it can be both.

Furthermore, in this embodiment, a case has been described in which one character is assigned to one stop operation mode by the player, but the present invention is not limited to this, and one character may be assigned to two or more stop operation modes. You can do it like this.

In addition, in the present embodiment, when one payout occurs a predetermined number of times in a row in the normal AT stage, the benefits given include control to a high probability state and granting a high probability number of games. The present invention is not limited to this, and may be a transition to pseudo-bonus B, provision of set stock, or other benefits.

Furthermore, in this embodiment, when transitioning to a gaming state that is advantageous to the player (pseudo bonus A, AT stage, or pseudo bonus B), the transition to each gaming state is performed in order to increase the player's expectations. Preliminary effects may be executed for a predetermined number of games beforehand. Note that the precursor performance may be any one that allows the player to recognize that the content of the performance has changed from other gaming states (states that are not precursor states) and increases expectations.
In addition, the foreshadowing effects include a real omen effect in the case of winning the transition lottery for each game state, and a fake omen effect in the case of not winning, and when the real omen effect is executed, If the final transition to each gaming state is notified and a fake precursor effect is executed, it may be announced that the final transition to each gaming state will not be made.

In addition, in this embodiment, the AT state is set as the number of games as a manageable value, but is not limited to this, for example, the number of differential coins, the number of times Vernavi, the number of small winnings, the number of medals acquired, the number of medals paid out, etc. You can also.

In addition, the front door 1a is provided with a vibration means that vibrates the front door 1a by the operation of a motor, a speaker, etc., and the vibration means is activated at a predetermined time during each performance, thereby increasing the expectations of the players. You can do it like this.
Further, a blowing means for blowing wind toward the players may be provided on the front door 1a, and the blowing means may be operated at a predetermined time during each performance to increase the expectations of the players.

Further, the table referred to in each process is an example, and is not limited to the above-mentioned table.
Further, the winning probabilities related to various tables are not limited to the above-mentioned numerical values, but can be set to arbitrary numerical values.

In addition, in this embodiment, the main control section 10 performs operations as various means such as a gaming state control means, but the sub-control section 20 performs some or all of the operations, and the sub-control section 20 operates as various means. You can also.
In addition, on the contrary, although the sub-control unit 20 operates as various means such as an effect control means for executing effects on the display 8 etc., the main control unit 10 performs some or all of the operations, and the main control unit 10 can also operate as various means.

Further, although the present invention is applied to a slot machine, it can also be applied to other gaming machines such as pachinko machines.
Further, the present invention can also be applied to so-called enclosed game machines that can execute games using pseudo game media in data format without using actual game media such as medals or game balls.

Further, in this embodiment, the reels 41 which are driven and controlled by a motor are used as variable display means, but instead of or in addition to this, symbols on the reels or the like may be displayed on a display 8 such as a liquid crystal display. By displaying an image, the display can also be used as a variable display means for identification information.

Note that the above embodiment includes the following forms.
・The first form is
One cycle can be composed of a plurality of states including a first state (for example, cycle A) and a second state (for example, cycle C), and a game is played based on executing a game for a predetermined number of cycles. In a gaming machine (slot machine 1) that can be controlled to a predetermined gaming state advantageous to the player,
When a predetermined condition is satisfied in the first state (for example, when a transfer lottery is won in conjunction with winning a rare combination), a game state that can be controlled to a specific game state that is advantageous to the player (for example, pseudo bonus A) Comprising a control means (main control section 10),
The gaming state control means includes:
When a predetermined condition is satisfied in the second state (for example, when a transfer lottery is won in conjunction with winning a rare combination), it is possible to control a special game state (for example, CZ stage) that is advantageous to the player. A gaming machine with special features.
・The second form is
a first game count determining means (main control unit 10) capable of determining the number of games in the first state in one cycle from among a plurality of types;
The first aspect of the present invention is characterized in that it comprises a second game count determining means (main control unit 10) capable of determining the number of games in the second state in one cycle from among a plurality of types. Game machine.
・The third form is
comprising state control means (main control unit 10) capable of controlling to any one of a plurality of states including the first state and the second state;
The state control means includes:
In one cycle, it is possible to control to the second state after controlling to the first state (for example, cycle A → cycle C),
In one cycle, it is possible to control to the first state, then control to the third state, and then control to the second state (for example, cycle A → cycle B → cycle C).
A gaming machine according to the first or second aspect.
・The fourth form is
If the current cycle is a specific cycle (ceiling cycle, winning cycle), and when controlling to the second state, the specific gaming state and special gaming state (for example, AT stage) as the predetermined gaming state are A gaming state determining means (main control unit 10) capable of determining whether to control one of the included gaming states,
The gaming state control means includes:
The gaming machine according to any one of the first to third embodiments, wherein the gaming machine can be controlled to the gaming state determined by the gaming state determining means after the second state ends in the specific period.
・The fifth form is
The gaming state control means includes:
Any one of the first to fourth modes characterized in that if a predetermined condition is satisfied in the second state, the special gaming state can be controlled during the first state in the next cycle. gaming machines.

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Claims (5)

A first gaming state in which the player can stay in the normal section and is in a non-AT state, a second gaming state in which the player can stay in the advantageous section and is in the first CZ state, and a second gaming state in which the player can stay in the advantageous section, A third gaming state that is a second CZ state, a fourth gaming state that is a pseudo-bonus state in which you can stay in the advantageous section, and a fifth gaming state that is an AT state and that you can stay in the advantageous section. and a sixth gaming state in which the player can stay in the advantageous section and is in a non-AT state.
a first determining means capable of determining a transition to the fourth gaming state in the second gaming state;
a second determining means capable of determining a transition to the fifth gaming state in the third gaming state;
a third determining means capable of determining a transition to the fifth gaming state in the fourth gaming state;
a storage means capable of storing specific information regarding the winning of the bonus role over multiple games;
Equipped with
The gaming state control means includes:
in the first gaming state and in a state in which the storage means does not store specific information, if a transition condition to the advantageous section is satisfied, controlling to the sixth gaming state;
In the first gaming state and in a state where the storage means stores specific information , if a transition condition to the advantageous section is satisfied, controlling to the third gaming state ;
In the second gaming state, if the determination result by the first determining means indicates a transition to the fourth gaming state, it is possible to control to the fourth gaming state,
In the third gaming state, if the determination result by the second determining means indicates a transition to the fifth gaming state, it is possible to control to the fifth gaming state,
In the fourth gaming state, if the determination result by the third determining means indicates a transition to the fifth gaming state, it is possible to control to the fifth gaming state,
In the fifth gaming state, if a predetermined termination condition is satisfied, it is possible to control to the first gaming state,
A gaming machine characterized in that the third gaming state does not shift to the fourth gaming state. In the sixth gaming state, comprising a fourth determining means capable of determining a transition to the second gaming state,
The gaming state control means includes:
In the sixth gaming state, if the determination result by the fourth determining means indicates a transition to the second gaming state, it is possible to control to the second gaming state. The game machine described. The gaming state control means includes :
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein when a specific end condition is satisfied in the fifth gaming state, the gaming machine can be controlled to the sixth gaming state. In the sixth gaming state, comprising a fifth determining means capable of determining a transition to the fourth gaming state,
The gaming state control means includes:
In the sixth gaming state, if the determination result by the fifth determining means indicates a transition to the fourth gaming state, the seventh gaming state, which is a precursor state, is controlled for a predetermined number of games, and then the fourth The gaming machine according to claim 1 , wherein the gaming machine can be controlled to a gaming state . The non-AT state is
In a game where a specific combination has been won, it is not possible to notify the stop operation mode,
The AT state is
In the game in which the specific combination has been won, the stop operation mode can be notified.
The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that:

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