JP6800552B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachislot machine.

Conventionally, when a player inserts a game medium such as a medal or a coin (hereinafter referred to as "insertion operation") and the start lever is operated (hereinafter referred to as "start operation"), a plurality of symbols are respectively inserted. When the rotation of the plurality of reels arranged on the surface of the is started and the stop button is operated (hereinafter referred to as "stop operation"), the rotation of the plurality of reels is stopped, and the combination of the symbols displayed as a result is obtained. There is known a so-called pachislot machine, which is given a privilege according to the number of reels.

In such a game machine, when the start operation is detected by the start switch, a random number value is extracted and a lottery is performed (hereinafter, the result of this lottery is referred to as an "internal winning combination"), and the stepping motor is driven and controlled. When the stop operation is detected by the stop switch, the stepping motor is driven and controlled to stop the rotation of the plurality of reels based on the internal winning combination.

In recent years, there is known a gaming machine in which a communication LSI is provided in a main control circuit and a sub control circuit, and commands are encrypted / decrypted by the communication LSI to transmit / receive information (Patent Document 1).

According to the gaming machine shown in Patent Document 1, it is possible to prevent fraudulent activities without increasing the burden on the control unit of each substrate.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2014-87563

However, the gaming machine shown in Patent Document 1 has a problem that the manufacturing cost of the gaming machine increases because it is necessary to incorporate a communication LSI into the conventional main control circuit and sub-control circuit.

Further, for example, once the specifications of the communication LSI are analyzed, an advantageous state normally managed by the sub-control circuit (for example, AT or ART in which the stop operation procedure is notified) is illegally generated. There was also a problem that it was not possible to sufficiently prevent such fraudulent activities.

An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of transmitting appropriate information from a main control circuit to a sub control circuit according to specifications.

The gaming machine according to claim 1 according to the present invention is a gaming machine including a main control circuit and a sub-control circuit, and is a symbol display means for variablely displaying a plurality of symbols in a plurality of columns, and a player's start operation. The stop operation of the variable display of the symbol is controlled according to the internal winning combination determining means for determining the internal winning combination, and the stopping operation of the internal winning combination and the player determined by the internal winning combination determining means. A stop control means, a notification means capable of notifying at least the procedure of the stop operation, and a specification capable of notifying the procedure of the stop operation by the notification means until a predetermined end condition is satisfied when a predetermined start condition is satisfied. The specific state control means for controlling the state and the information transmission means for transmitting information from the main control circuit to the sub control circuit are provided, and the internal winning combination determining means of the player according to the procedure of the stop operation. It is possible to determine a normal combination whose degree of advantage does not change, and when the normal combination is determined by the internal winning combination determining means as an internal winning combination, the information transmitting means notifies the procedure of the stop operation by the notification means. notifiable information to enable, or transmittable der select the broadcast infeasibility information to disable the notification procedure of the stopping operation by the notification means is, for transmitting any of the notifiable information and the broadcast infeasibility information Even in this case, the information is transmitted by the same predetermined command .
Further, the gaming machine according to claim 2 according to the present invention further includes a main control side notifying means which is controlled by the main control circuit and can notify the procedure of the stop operation, and the start timing of the notification by the notifying means is set. , It is a predetermined timing before the detection of the stop operation of the player is permitted, and the main control side notification means can perform notification in synchronization with the predetermined timing, and at the predetermined timing. After the predetermined command is transmitted by the information transmitting means, it is possible to wait without starting the notification until the predetermined timing is reached .

Further, the gaming machine according to the present invention controls the progress of the game with a symbol display means (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R and display windows 4L, 4C, 4R) that display a plurality of symbols in a plurality of rows. A main control circuit (for example, a main control circuit 41), a notification means for executing notification (for example, a liquid crystal display device 11), and a sub control circuit for controlling notification (for example, a sub control circuit 42) are provided. In a game machine (for example, a pachislot machine 1), the main control circuit includes a charging operation detecting means (for example, a medal sensor 35S) for detecting a charging operation of a game medium, and a predetermined number of the above by the charging operation detecting means. The start operation detecting means (for example, the start switch 16S) for detecting the start operation based on the detection of the input of the game medium, and the inside based on the detection of the start operation by the start operation detecting means. The stop operation is detected by the internal winning combination determining means (for example, S14 in FIG. 18), the stop operation detecting means (for example, the stop switch 17S) for detecting the stop operation, and the stop operation detecting means for determining the winning combination. Based on this, the stop control means (for example, S21 in FIG. 18) that controls the stop of the symbol variation display in the symbol display means and the stop control means stop the symbol variation display in the symbol display means. In this case, a winning determination means (for example, S22 in FIG. 18) for determining the winning or non-winning of the winning combination based on the combination of stopped symbols, and a profit for giving a profit based on the determination result by the winning determination means. It is determined that the granting means (for example, S23 in FIG. 18) and the advantageous state (for example, during ART) in which the procedure of the stop operation advantageous to the player is notified as the state in which the game is performed are shifted to this advantageous state. The winning state (for example, during ART winning), the preparatory state in the middle of transitioning from this winning state to the advantageous state (for example, in preparation for ART), and the non-determined state of transition to the advantageous state. A state transition control means having a winning state (for example, during ART non-winning) and shifting each of these states according to a predetermined transition condition, and as a gaming state, a first gaming state, a second gaming state, and The degree of advantage of the player is determined by the procedure of the stop operation by the game state transition control means which has the third game state and shifts each of these game states according to a specific transition condition, and the internal winning combination determining means. A changing predetermined internal winning combination (for example, an internal winning combination related to a predetermined replay, or an internal winning combination related to a predetermined small winning combination) ) Is determined, and if the state transition control means controls the non-winning state, the sub-control circuit is notified that the notification means cannot notify the procedure of the stop operation. When the impossible information (for example, grouping information) is transmitted and the state transition control means controls the advantageous state, the winning state, or the prepared state, the notification means is used for the sub-control circuit. The sub-control includes an information transmission means (for example, S104 in FIG. 19) that transmits information that can be notified (for example, individual information) that enables notification of the procedure of the stop operation according to the state in which the game is performed. The circuit includes an information receiving means (for example, the main board communication task shown in FIG. 21) for receiving the information transmitted from the information transmitting means, and is based on receiving the broadcastable information by the information receiving means. It is characterized in that the notification means is notified of the procedure of the stop operation according to the notification possible information.

Further, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, the advantageous state includes a first advantageous state (for example, during ART1) and a second advantageous state (for example, during ART2), and the winning state is the winning state of the first advantageous state. The preparatory state includes a state (for example, during ART1 winning) and a winning state of a second advantageous state (for example, during ART2 winning), and the preparatory state includes a preparatory state of the first advantageous state (for example, in preparation for ART1) and a second advantageous state. The state transition control means can shift from the non-winning state to the winning state of the first advantageous state based on the predetermined transition condition, including the preparation state (for example, ART2 is being prepared). The winning state of the first advantageous state is shifted to the prepared state of the first advantageous state, the prepared state of the first advantageous state is shifted to the first advantageous state, and the non-winning state is shifted to the second advantageous state. It is possible to shift to the winning state of the state, shift from the winning state of the second advantageous state to the prepared state of the second advantageous state, and shift from the prepared state of the second advantageous state to the second advantageous state. The first advantageous state and the second advantageous state correspond to the second gaming state, and the winning state of the first advantageous state and the winning state of the second advantageous state correspond to the first gaming state. The prepared state of the first advantageous state and the prepared state of the second advantageous state correspond to the common third gaming state, and the information transmitting means has at least the prepared state of the first advantageous state and the first advantageous state. 2 The data ID "12H", which is individual information when ART1 is being prepared and the winning number is "3", and ART2 is being prepared and the winning number is different from the ready state in the advantageous state. Is characterized in that the data ID “0AH”), which is individual information in the case of “3”, can be transmitted.

According to the gaming machine according to the present invention, a state in which the main control circuit (for example, the main control circuit 41) plays a game managed by the main control circuit (for example, during ART non-winning, during ART 1 preparation, or during ART 2 preparation). ), The non-notifiable information (for example, grouping information) or the informable information (for example, individual information) is transmitted to the sub-control circuit (for example, the sub-control circuit 42). In the non-winning state in the advantageous state, the side cannot recognize the procedure of the stop operation that is advantageous (or disadvantageous) for the player, so even if some cheating is performed on the sub-control circuit. , With a simple configuration, it is possible to prevent illegally giving profits. That is, it is possible to sufficiently prevent fraudulent activities related to advantageous states (for example, AT and ART) without increasing the manufacturing cost of the gaming machine.

Further, the gaming machine according to the present invention is characterized in that the information transmitting means can transmit at least information (for example, common information) that cannot specify the internal winning combination as the non-notifying information.

Further, according to the gaming machine according to the present invention, in the sub-control circuit (for example, the sub-control circuit 42), there are cases where the internal winning combination cannot be specified at all and cases where a predetermined stop operation procedure can be specified. Therefore, the main control circuit (for example, designing the RT gaming state, designing which stop operation procedure is advantageous to the player for each internal winning combination, etc.) according to the specifications of the pachislot machine (for example, designing the RT gaming state) , The main control circuit 41) can transmit to the sub control circuit (for example, the sub control circuit 42).

According to the present invention, appropriate information can be transmitted from the main control circuit to the sub control circuit according to the specifications.

It is a figure which shows the functional flow of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a perspective view which shows the external structure of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a front view of the state of the front panel in the state where the moving parts are in the initial position in the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a front view of the state of the front panel in the state where the movable part is in the production position in the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is an exploded perspective view of the front panel of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It shows the internal structure of the pachislot machine in this embodiment, and is the front view in the state which the front door is open. It is a block diagram which shows the whole structure of the circuit provided in the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the internal structure of the sub-control circuit of a pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement table of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a figure which shows the symbol combination table of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. (A) is a diagram showing a normal internal lottery table of a pachislot machine in the present embodiment, (b) is a diagram showing a normal lottery value change table of a pachislot machine in the present embodiment, and (c) is a diagram showing the present embodiment. It is a figure which shows the internal lottery table for a bonus of a pachislot machine in a form. (A) is a diagram showing an internal winning combination determination table for small win replay of the pachislot machine in the present embodiment, and (b) is a diagram showing an internal winning combination determination table for bonuses of the pachislot machine in the present embodiment. It is a figure which shows the reel stop initial setting table of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a figure which shows the correspondence table of the internal winning combination and the stop operation order, etc. in the pachislot machine in this embodiment. (A) is a diagram showing a transition flow of the RT gaming state of the pachislot machine in the present embodiment, and (b) is a diagram showing the transition conditions of the RT gaming state of the pachislot machine in the present embodiment. (A) is a diagram showing the normal ART1 lottery table of the pachislot machine in the present embodiment, (b) is a diagram showing the ART2 lottery table in ART1 of the pachislot machine in the present embodiment, and (c) is the present embodiment. The figure showing the normal ART2 lottery table of the pachislot machine in the above, (d) is the figure showing the ART2 initial game number lottery table of the pachislot machine in the present embodiment, and (e) is the addition in ART2 of the pachislot machine in the present embodiment. It is a figure which shows the game number lottery table. It is a schematic diagram which shows the flow of the game of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the main control processing of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the interrupt process by the control of the main CPU of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the start process by the control of the sub CPU of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the main board communication task of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the command reception processing of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of receiving the start command of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process in ART1 of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process in ART2 of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows ART preparation processing of a pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows ART winning processing of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows ART transition lottery processing of a pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of receiving the winning operation command of the pachislot machine in this embodiment. It is a figure which shows the production example at the time of ART1 transition and ART2 transition of the pachislot machine in this embodiment.

[Functional flow of pachislot machines]
First, with reference to FIG. 1, the main configuration of the pachislot machine 1 in the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 1 is a diagram showing a functional flow of the pachislot machine 1 in the present embodiment. In the pachi-slot machine 1, each means shown in FIG. 1 executes necessary processing, and the functions of each are exhibited, so that the player can execute the game.

<Input operation detection means>
The insertion operation detecting means detects an insertion operation of a game medium such as a medal or a coin by a player. When the insertion operation of a predetermined number of game media (for example, three medals) is detected, the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means described later is permitted. Further, in the symbol display means described later, a predetermined winning line is activated (hereinafter, the activated winning line is referred to as an "effective line"). In the present embodiment, the medal sensor 35S that detects the insertion of medals by the player constitutes the insertion operation detecting means. The types of game media that can be detected are not limited to medals, but include coins, tokens, game balls, and electromagnetic game media having equivalent values.

<Start operation detection means>
The start operation detecting means detects a start operation by the player. When the start operation is detected, the variable display of the symbol by the symbol display means described later is started. In addition, a random number value used when the internal winning combination determining means, which will be described later, determines the internal winning combination is extracted from a predetermined numerical range (for example, 0 to 65535). Further, the effect random value used when the effect control means described later determines the effect is extracted from within a predetermined numerical range (for example, 0 to 32767). In the present embodiment, the start switch 16S for detecting the operation of the start lever 16 by the player constitutes the start operation detecting means. The type, number, and numerical range of the extracted random number values are not limited to this, and the number of random number values required for the game can be extracted from within a predetermined numerical range. ..

<Means for determining the internal winning combination>
The internal winning combination determining means draws a lot based on the extracted random number value, and determines the internal winning combination from a plurality of predetermined combinations. That is, the combination of symbols that are allowed to be displayed on the valid line is determined by the determination of the internal winning combination. In the present embodiment, the main control circuit 41 that refers to various tables and executes the internal lottery process based on the extracted random number values constitutes an internal winning combination determining means. The types of symbol combinations include those related to "winning" in which benefits such as medal payout, replay operation, bonus operation, etc. are given to the player, and other so-called "losses". Such things are provided.

In addition, the pachislot machine can control the progress of the game to be stopped. Such control is referred to as "locking" (or "freezing"). For convenience, the control that stops the progress of the game executed at the start of the game is called "lock at the start of the game", and the control that stops the progress of the game executed at the end of the game is called "lock at the end of the game". Call. That is, the "lock at the start of the game" is a control in which the progress of the game is stopped in the sense that the operation to the stop button is not effective for a predetermined period after the start lever is operated. "Lock at the end of the game" means that after the stop button is operated, the operation of the bet button or the operation of the start lever is not effective for a predetermined period, and the progress of the game is stopped. Control. Of course, the trigger of "locking" is not limited to the above, and for example, after the start lever is operated and one of the stop buttons is operated, the subsequent operation is effective for a predetermined period. It may be possible to perform control that does not become.

Here, the internal winning combination determining means can perform lottery based on the extracted random number value, and determine whether or not to perform "locking" in place of the internal winning combination or together with the internal winning combination. In this case, a plurality of random numbers are extracted, the internal winning combination is determined based on one of the random values, and whether or not to perform "lock" is determined based on the other random value. May be.

<Design display means>
The symbol display means variablely displays a plurality of symbols in a plurality of columns. That is, when the start operation is detected by the start operation detecting means, the symbol variation display is started, and when the stop control is executed by the stop control means described later, the symbol variation display ends. In the present embodiment, the plurality of reels 3L, 3C, 3R, and the display window 4 constitute a symbol display means. The symbol display means is not limited to this, and may be, for example, a symbol image display means (for example, an image display device) that variablely displays a plurality of symbol images in a plurality of columns.

<Stop operation detection means>
The stop operation detecting means detects a stop operation by the player. When the stop operation is detected, the stop control means described later stops the symbol variation display by the symbol display means. In the present embodiment, the stop switch 17S for detecting the operation of the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R by the player constitutes the stop operation detecting means.

When all the reels are rotating, the first reel stop operation is the first stop operation, the stop operation performed after the first stop operation is the second stop operation, and the second stop operation is followed by the second stop operation. The stop operation performed is called a third stop operation.

<Stop control means>
The stop control means controls the stop of the variable display of the symbol in the symbol display means. That is, when the stop operation is detected by the stop operation detecting means, the variation display of the symbol in the symbol display means is stopped based on the stop control information set according to the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means. Control. In the present embodiment, when the stop buttons 17L, 17C, and 17R are operated by the player, various stop control information is referred to, and a reel stop control process for stopping and controlling the rotation of the corresponding reels 3L, 3C, and 3R is executed. The main control circuit 41 constitutes a stop control means.

Here, in the pachi-slot machine, basically, control is performed to stop the rotation of the corresponding reel within a specified time (190 msec or 75 msec) from the time when the stop button is pressed. In the present embodiment, the number of symbols that move with the rotation of the reel within the specified time is referred to as the "number of sliding pieces". When the specified period is 190 msec, the maximum number of sliding pieces is set for 4 symbols, and when the specified period is 75 msec, the maximum number of sliding pieces is set for 1 symbol. The maximum number of sliding pieces is not limited to these, and can be set as appropriate.

The stop control means uses the above-mentioned specified time for the combination of symbols whose display is permitted by the determination of the internal winning combination, and slides maximum so that the combination of symbols is displayed as much as possible along the effective line. Stop the rotation of the reel within the range of the number of pieces.

On the other hand, for combinations of symbols that are not allowed to be displayed due to the determination of the internal winning combination, the range of the maximum number of sliding pieces is used so that they will not be displayed along the effective line using the above specified time. Stops the rotation of the reel.

In addition, the stop control means is such that the determined internal winning combination changes the combination of symbols displayed according to a predetermined stop operation order (for example, the order in which a plurality of stop buttons are operated). At a certain time, the rotation of the corresponding reel is controlled to be stopped with reference to the predetermined stop operation sequence.

<Winning judgment means>
The winning determination means determines whether or not there is a winning according to the combination of the symbols displayed on the symbol display means. That is, when the change display of the symbol is stopped by the stop control means, the winning or non-winning of the winning combination is determined based on the combination of the symbols stopped on the effective line. In the present embodiment, the main control circuit 41 that refers to the symbol combination table or the like and executes the winning search process based on the combination of symbols displayed on the symbol display means constitutes the winning determination means.

<Profit-giving means>
When the winning determination means determines that there is a winning, the profit-giving means grants a profit according to the combination of the winning symbols. That is, the corresponding profit is given to the player according to the combination of the symbols displayed on the symbol display means. In the present embodiment, the main control circuit 41 that executes the medal payout process or the like based on the result of the prize search process constitutes a profit-giving means. When the profit to be given is given by the control of the sub control circuit 42, the sub control circuit 42 constitutes the profit giving means.

Here, the profits given by the profit-giving means include the payout of medals, the operation of the re-game in which the same amount of game media as the current game is automatically inserted, and the re-game can be performed again, and the inside related to the re-game. Replay high probability state (replay time) that increases the winning probability of the winning combination, operation of the special game state (bonus) that increases the winning probability of the internal winning combination related to the payout of medals, and stop operation appropriate for the player By notifying the information of, it is possible to cite the operation of a specific gaming state (assist time) in which the winning probability of the internal winning combination related to the payout of medals is high. The profits given by the profit-giving means are not limited to this.

As described above, in the pachislot machine, when the player's throwing operation is detected by the throwing operation detecting means and the player's starting operation is detected by the starting operation detecting means, the internal winning combination determining means causes the internal winning combination and the like. At the same time as the determination is made, the variable display of the symbol by the symbol display means is started. Then, when the stop operation of the player is detected by the stop operation detecting means, the stop control means controls the stop of the variation display of the symbol by the symbol display means, and the combination of the symbols displayed on the symbol display means is the winning determination means. If it is determined that the combination of symbols is related to the winning, the profit-giving means gives a profit according to the combination of the symbols. The above-mentioned series of flows is performed as one game (unit game) in the pachislot machine.

<Direction control means>
The effect control means draws a lot based on the extracted random value for the effect and other information (for example, information about the internal winning combination), and determines the one to be executed this time from a plurality of types of effects. In addition, the effect control means controls the effect execution means described later so that the determined effect is appropriately executed. In the present embodiment, the sub-control circuit 42 that refers to various tables, determines the effect content based on at least the extracted random value for the effect, and executes the effect according to the determined effect content, controls the effect. Configure means. The above-mentioned "rock" can also be considered as one aspect of the production. In this case, the main control circuit 41 constitutes the effect control means.

Further, when the predetermined notification condition is satisfied, the effect control means determines an effect for notifying the player of information necessary for the game (for example, information on the stop operation order and information on the game history). In this case, the effect control means can also be called a notification control means.

<Direction execution means>
The effect executing means executes the effect determined by the effect control means. That is, it means various devices used for effects such as display devices and lamps that perform visual effects, speakers that perform auditory effects, and effect buttons that perform tactile effects. In the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 11, the lamp group 21, the speakers 20L, and 20R constitute the effect executing means. The effect executing means is not limited to these, and may be, for example, a movable body (accessory) provided at a position visible from the front side of the pachislot machine, or a plurality of reels (for example, reels). The effect may be executed by variablely displaying the 3L, 3C, 3R) in an effect mode different from the usual symbol variation display mode.

In addition, when the effect control means determines the effect for notifying the player of information necessary for the game (for example, information on the stop operation order and information on the game history), the effect execution means is determined. Notify the player of the information. In this case, the effect executing means can also be called a notification means.

[Structure of pachislot machine]
Next, the structure of the pachi-slot machine 1 in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 2 to 6.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine of the present embodiment, and FIG. 3 is a front view of the front panel in a state where the movable parts are in the initial positions in the pachi-slot machine of the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is a front view of the front panel in a state where the movable parts are in the effect position in the pachislot machine of the present embodiment. Further, FIG. 5 is an exploded perspective view of the front panel of the pachi-slot machine of the present embodiment, and FIG. 6 is a front view showing the internal structure of the pachi-slot machine of the present embodiment with the front door open. Is.

The pachislot machine 1 is a game machine that plays a game using coins, medals, game balls, tokens, and other game media such as cards that store information on the game value given or given to the player. However, in the following, it will be described as using a medal.

As shown in FIG. 2, the pachislot machine 1 includes an exterior body 2. The exterior body 2 has a cabinet 2a which is a main body for accommodating a reel, a circuit board, and the like, and a front door 2b which is openably and closably attached to the cabinet 2a. Handles 7 are provided on both side surfaces of the cabinet 2a (only one side handle 7 is shown in FIG. 2). The handle 7 is a recess for carrying the pachi-slot machine 1.

The front door 2b includes a door body 9, a front panel 10, a liquid crystal display device 11 (see FIG. 3) showing a specific example of the display device, and a lumbar panel 12. The door body 9 is attached to the cabinet 2a so as to be openable and closable by using a hinge (not shown). The hinge is provided at the left end of the door body 9 when the door body 9 is viewed from the front of the pachislot machine 1.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are provided side by side inside the cabinet 2a. Hereinafter, each reel 3L, 3C, and 3R will be referred to as a left reel 3L, a middle reel 3C, and a right reel 3R, respectively. Each reel 3L, 3C, 3R has a reel body formed in a cylindrical shape and a translucent sheet material mounted on the peripheral surface of the reel body. On the surface of the sheet material, a plurality of (for example, 21) symbols are drawn at predetermined intervals along the circumferential direction.

The liquid crystal display device 11 is attached to the upper part of the door body 9, and performs an effect by displaying an image. The liquid crystal display device 11 includes a display unit (display screen) 11a including display windows 4L, 4C, and 4R for displaying symbols drawn on the three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R. In the present embodiment, the image is displayed and the effect is executed by using the entire display unit 11a including the display windows 4L, 4C, and 4R.

The display windows 4L, 4C, and 4R are made of a transparent member such as an acrylic plate. The display windows 4L, 4C, and 4R are provided at positions that overlap with the arrangement areas of the three reels when viewed from the front (player side), and are located in front of the three reels (player side). It is provided in. Therefore, the player can visually recognize the three reels provided behind the display windows 4L, 4C, and 4R through the display windows 4L, 4C, and 4R.

In the present embodiment, the display windows 4L, 4C, and 4R are arranged continuously among a plurality of types of symbols drawn on each reel when the rotation of the corresponding reels provided behind them is stopped. It is set to a size that can display one pattern. That is, in the frame of the display windows 4L, 4C, and 4R, upper, middle, and lower areas are provided for each reel, and one symbol is displayed in each area. In the present embodiment, the line connecting the upper region of the left reel 3L, the middle region of the middle reel 3C, and the lower region of the right reel 3R (cross-down line), and the lower region of the left reel 3L and the middle reel 3C. The line connecting the middle region and the upper region of the right reel 3R (cross-up line) is defined as a winning line for determining whether or not to win.

The front panel 10 is attached to the upper part of the door body 9, and is set to a size that covers the liquid crystal display device 11. The front panel 10 is arranged so as to be superimposed on the display unit 11a side of the liquid crystal display device 11, and covers the decorative frame 101 having a panel opening 101a that exposes the display unit 11a of the liquid crystal display device 11 and the front surface of the decorative frame 101. It has a protective cover 102 (see FIGS. 2 and 5).

As shown in FIG. 5, the decorative frame 101 is formed in a rectangular frame shape having a panel opening 101a. The decorative frame 101 has an upper frame portion 111, a lower frame portion 112, a left frame portion 113, and a right frame portion 114. The decorative frame 101 is formed so that a pattern is formed on the surface by mixing a mixture with resin and injection molding. In order to generate a pattern on the surface by such molding, for example, the position of the injection gate may be adjusted.

The upper frame portion 111 is provided with a plurality of upper engaging holes 111a that open forward. The openings of the plurality of upper engaging holes 111a are each formed in a horizontally long rectangle. An upper engaging piece 126, which will be described later, of the protective cover 102 is inserted into these plurality of upper engaging holes 111a.

Further, the left frame portion 113 is provided with a plurality of left engaging holes 113a opening forward, and the right frame portion 114 is provided with a plurality of right engaging holes 114a opening forward. The openings of the plurality of left engaging holes 113a and the right engaging hole 114a are each formed in a vertically long rectangle. The left engaging piece 127 and the right engaging piece 128 of the protective cover 102, which will be described later, are inserted into the plurality of left engaging holes 113a and the right engaging hole 114a.

Further, as shown in FIG. 5, the protective cover 102 is made of a translucent synthetic resin, and has a front surface portion 121 facing forward, an upper surface portion 122 facing upward, and a lower surface portion 123 facing downward. It has a left side surface portion 124 and a right side surface portion 125 facing sideways.

At the lower part of the front surface portion 121, notches 121a and 121b for switches for exposing the effect switches 22L and 22R, which will be described later, are formed. The switch notches 121a and 121b are formed in an arc shape according to the outer shape of the effect switches 22L and 22R.

A plurality of upper engaging pieces 126 are provided on the end surface of the upper surface portion 122. The plurality of upper engaging pieces 126 are formed in a flat plate shape having planes substantially orthogonal to each other in the vertical direction, and have flexibility. Further, an engaging ridge 126a is provided on the upper surface (one plane) of the plurality of upper engaging pieces 126.

When the upper engaging piece 126 is inserted into the plurality of upper engaging holes 111a of the decorative frame 101, the engaging ridge 126a engages with the upper frame portion 111 of the decorative frame 101, and the protective cover 102 is disengaged from the decorative frame 101. Can be avoided.

The left side surface portion 124 and the right side surface portion 125 of the protective cover 102 are continuous with the front surface portion 121 at an intermediate portion in the front-rear direction. As a result, the left side surface portion 124 and the right side surface portion 125 have a projecting piece 124A and a projecting piece 125A that project forward from the front surface portion 121. The front-facing end faces of the left side surface portion 124 and the right side surface portion 125 are the end faces on the projecting piece 124A and the projecting piece 125A side, and are formed in an arc shape so that the central portion projects most forward.

Further, a plurality of right engaging pieces 128 are provided on the end surface of the right side surface portion 125 facing rearward. The left side surface portion 124 is provided with a plurality of left engagement pieces 127 (not shown), similarly to the right engagement piece 128 in the right side surface portion 125. The plurality of left engaging pieces 127 and the plurality of right engaging pieces 128 are formed in a flat plate shape having planes substantially orthogonal to each other in the left-right direction.

A decorative portion 125a is provided on the right side surface portion 125. The decorative portion 125a is formed by applying a graining process to a part of the outer surface of the right side surface portion 125. The decorative portion 125a receives light emitted from a light source (not shown) provided behind the right engaging hole 114a of the decorative frame 101 and emits light. In the right side surface portion 125, the region where the decorative portion 125a is not provided is a translucent portion that transmits light.

Further, the left side surface portion 124 is provided with a decorative portion (not shown) similar to the decorative portion 125a of the right side surface portion 125. The decorative portion (not shown) of the left side surface portion 124 receives light emitted from a light source (not shown) provided behind the left engaging hole 113a of the decorative frame 101 and emits light. In the left side surface portion 124, the region where the decorative portion is not provided is a translucent portion that transmits light.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 3 to 5, the decorative frame 101 is provided with a lamp group 21 and effect switches 22L and 22R. The lamp group 21 includes, for example, the lamps 21a and 21b in FIG. The lamp group 21 is composed of LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) and the like, and turns on and off the light in a pattern corresponding to the content of the effect. The effect switches 22L and 22R are provided on the left and right side portions of the decorative frame 101, respectively.

Further, the central movable unit 105, the left movable unit 106, and the right movable unit 107 are attached to the decorative frame 101.

The central movable unit 105 is arranged in the central portion above the decorative frame 101, and has a movable part 309 described later. For example, when a specific effect is performed, the central movable unit 105 rotates the movable part 309 at the initial position (see FIG. 3) about an axis extending in the left-right direction, and from below the decorative cover 364. Lower. As a result, the movable component 309 moves to the effect position (see FIG. 4) that covers a part of the display unit 11a of the liquid crystal display device 11.

Here, as shown in FIG. 4, the movable component 309 is composed of the character unit 323, the arch cover 324, and the light emitting display unit 325. When the movable component 309 is arranged at the effect position, the character unit 323 and the arch cover 324 , The light emitting display unit 325 can be visually recognized from the front of the pachislot machine 1. Further, although not shown, the arch cover 324 and the light emitting display unit 325 are individually formed with transmission regions for transmitting light emitted from LEDs (not shown) provided on the back surfaces thereof. There is. In particular, the light emitting display unit 325 is formed with a plurality of (for example, three) transmission regions in parallel so that a plurality of stages (for example, three stages) of lighting display can be performed stepwise.

The left movable unit 106 is arranged on the left side in the decorative frame 101, and has a left door 188 described later. Further, the right movable unit 107 is arranged on the right side in the decorative frame 101, and has a right door 189 described later. The left door 188 and the right door 189 are formed in a substantially rectangular plate shape having an appropriate thickness, and one of the planes faces forward at the initial position.

The left movable unit 106 rotates the left door 188 at the initial position (see FIG. 3) about an axis extending in the vertical direction, for example, when a predetermined effect is performed. Further, the right movable unit 107 rotates the right door 189 at the initial position around an axis extending in the vertical direction, for example, when a predetermined effect is performed. In the pachi-slot machine 1, one of the left door 188 and the right door 189 may be rotated, or both the left door 188 and the right door 189 may be rotated when a predetermined effect is performed. Good.

Further, as shown in FIG. 2, a pedestal portion 13 is formed on the lumbar panel 12. The pedestal portion 13 is provided with various devices (medal insertion slot 14, MAX bet button 15A, 1BET button 15B, start lever 16, stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R, settlement button 18) to be operated by the player. ing.

The medal slot 14 is provided to receive medals dropped on the pachislot machine 1 from the outside by the player. The medals received from the medal slot 14 are used for one game up to a predetermined number (for example, 3), and the excess of the predetermined number can be deposited inside the pachislot machine 1 (so-called credit). function).

The MAX bet button 15A and the 1BET button 15B are provided to determine the number of medals to be used in one game from the medals deposited inside the pachislot machine 1. Further, the settlement button 18 is provided for pulling out (discharging) the medals deposited inside the pachislot machine 1 to the outside.

The start lever 16 is provided to start the rotation of all reels (3L, 3C, 3R). The stop buttons 17L, 17C, and 17R are provided corresponding to the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R, respectively, and each stop button is provided to stop the rotation of the corresponding reel. Hereinafter, the stop buttons 17L, 17C, and 17R are referred to as a left stop button 17L, a middle stop button 17C, and a right stop button 17R, respectively.

Further, although not shown in FIG. 2, the pedestal portion 13 is provided with a 7-segment display 6 (see FIG. 7) composed of a 7-segment LED. This 7-segment display 6 provides information such as the number of medals to be paid out to the player as a privilege (hereinafter, the number of medals to be paid out), the number of medals deposited inside the pachislot machine 1 (hereinafter, the number of credits), and the like. Display digitally.

A medal payout outlet 24, a medal tray 25, speakers 20L, 20R, and the like are provided at the lower part of the door body 9. The medal payout outlet 24 guides the medals discharged by driving the medal payout device 33, which will be described later, to the outside. The medal tray 25 stores medals discharged from the medal payout outlet 24. Further, the speakers 20L and 20R output sound effects such as sound effects and music corresponding to the content of the production.

Further, as shown in FIG. 6, the cabinet 2a is formed in a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape with one surface on the front side open. A main board 31 constituting a main control circuit 41 (see FIG. 7), which will be described later, is provided in the upper part of the cabinet 2a. The main control circuit 41 is a circuit that controls the main operation of the game in the pachi-slot machine 1 and the flow between the operations, such as determination of the internal winning combination, rotation and stop of each reel, and determination of the presence or absence of winning. The specific configuration of the main control circuit 41 will be described later.

Three reels (left reel 3L, middle reel 3C and right reel 3R) are provided in the central portion of the cabinet 2a. Although not shown in FIG. 6, each reel is connected to a corresponding stepping motor (one of the stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R in FIG. 7) described later via a gear having a predetermined reduction ratio. ..

A medal payout device 33 (hereinafter referred to as a hopper 33) having a structure capable of accommodating a large number of medals and ejecting them one by one is provided in the lower portion of the cabinet 2a. Further, on one side of the hopper 33 (on the left side in the example shown in FIG. 6) in the cabinet 2a, a power supply device 4 for supplying necessary power to each device of the pachislot machine 1 is provided. ..

A sub-board 32 constituting a sub-control circuit 42 (see FIGS. 7 and 8) described later is provided on the upper portion of the front door 2b on the back surface side (the portion opposite to the display screen side). The sub-control circuit 42 is a circuit that controls the execution of an effect by displaying an image or the like. The specific configuration of the sub-control circuit 42 will be described later.

Further, a selector 35 is provided at a substantially central portion on the back surface side of the front door 2b. The selector 35 is a device that selects whether or not the material, shape, etc. of the medal inserted from the outside is appropriate via the medal insertion slot 14 (see FIG. 2), and the hopper determines that the medal is determined to be appropriate. I will guide you to 33. Further, although not shown in FIG. 6, a medal sensor 35S (see FIG. 7) for detecting that a proper medal has passed is provided on the path through which the medal passes in the selector 35.

[Circuit configuration of pachislot machines]
Next, the configuration of the circuit included in the pachi-slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 7 and 8. FIG. 7 is a block diagram showing the overall configuration of the circuit included in the pachi-slot machine of the present embodiment, and FIG. 8 is a block diagram showing the internal configuration of the sub-control circuit in the pachi-slot machine of the present embodiment. The pachi-slot machine 1 in the present embodiment includes a main control circuit 41 that controls the progress of the game, a sub-control circuit 42 that controls the effect (notification), and peripheral devices (actuators) that are electrically connected to these.

<Main control circuit>
The main control circuit 41 is mainly composed of a microcomputer 50 installed on a circuit board (main board 31). As other components, the main control circuit 41 includes a clock pulse generation circuit 54, a frequency divider 55, a random number generator 56, a sampling circuit 57, a display unit drive circuit 64, a hopper drive circuit 65, and a payout completion signal circuit. Includes 66.

The microcomputer 50 is composed of a main CPU 51, a main ROM (Read Only Memory) 52, and a main RAM (Random Access Memory) 53.

The main ROM 52 stores control programs for various processes executed by the main CPU 51, data tables such as an internal lottery table, data for transmitting various control commands (commands) to the sub control circuit 42, and the like. .. The main RAM 53 is provided with a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination determined by executing a control program.

A clock pulse generation circuit 54, a frequency divider 55, a random number generator 56, and a sampling circuit 57 are connected to the main CPU 51. The clock pulse generation circuit 54 and the frequency divider 55 generate a clock pulse. The main CPU 51 executes the control program based on the generated clock pulse. Further, the random number generator 56 generates random numbers in a predetermined range (for example, 0 to 65535). Then, the sampling circuit 57 extracts one value from the generated random numbers.

Various switches, sensors, and the like are connected to the input port of the microcomputer 50. The main CPU 51 receives input signals from various switches and the like to control the operation of peripheral devices such as stepping motors 61L, 61C and 61R.

The stop switch 17S detects that each of the left stop button 17L, the middle stop button 17C, and the right stop button 17R is pressed by the player (stop operation). The start switch 16S detects that the start lever 16 has been operated by the player (start operation). The settlement switch 18S detects that the settlement button has been pressed by the player.

The medal sensor 35S detects that the medal inserted into the medal insertion slot 14 has passed through the selector 35. Further, the bet switch 15S detects that the bet button (MAX bet button 15A or 1BET button 15B) is pressed by the player.

Further, as peripheral devices whose operation is controlled by the microcomputer 50, there are three stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R, a 7-segment display 6 and a hopper 33. Further, a drive circuit for controlling the operation of each peripheral device is connected to the output port of the microcomputer 50.

The motor drive circuit 62 controls the drive of three stepping motors 61L, 61C, and 61R provided corresponding to the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R, respectively. The reel position detection circuit 63 detects a reel index indicating that the reel has rotated once for each reel by an optical sensor having a light emitting unit and a light receiving unit.

Each of the three stepping motors 61L, 61C, and 61R has a configuration in which the momentum is proportional to the number of pulse outputs and the rotation axis can be stopped at a specified angle. Further, the driving force of each stepping motor is transmitted to the corresponding reel via a gear having a predetermined reduction ratio. Then, each time a pulse is output to each stepping motor, the corresponding reel rotates at a constant angle.

The main CPU 51 detects the reel index of each reel and then counts the number of times a pulse is output to the corresponding stepping motor to rotate the rotation angle of each reel (specifically, how many reels there are symbols). Only rotated).

Here, the management of the rotation angle of each reel will be specifically described. The number of pulses output to each stepping motor is counted by a pulse counter (not shown) provided in the main RAM 53. Then, each time the output of the pulse of a predetermined number of times (for example, 17 times) required for the rotation of one symbol is counted by the pulse counter, the value of the symbol counter (not shown) provided in the main RAM 53 is set to ". 1 ”is added. The symbol counter is provided for each reel. Then, the value of the symbol counter is cleared when the reel index is detected by the reel position detection circuit 63.

That is, in the present embodiment, by managing the value of the symbol counter, it is possible to manage how many symbols have been rotated since the reel index was detected. Therefore, the position of each symbol on each reel is detected with reference to the position where the reel index is detected.

The display unit drive circuit 64 controls the operation of the 7-segment display 6. The hopper drive circuit 65 controls the operation of the hopper 33. Further, the payout completion signal circuit 66 manages the detection of medals performed by the medal detection unit 33S provided in the hopper 33, and checks whether or not the number of medals discharged to the outside from the hopper 33 has reached a predetermined number of payouts. To do.

Although not shown, an external centralized terminal plate is connected to the output port of the microcomputer 50. The external centralized terminal board receives signals such as the number of medals inserted / paid out from the main control circuit 41, the number of games played, and information on whether or not the bonus is activated, and displays the signals such as the number of games played and the number of bonus operations. It is output as an external signal to an external display or the host computer of the amusement park. The external display is installed above the pachislot machine 1, for example, to update the display in conjunction with the progress of the number of games and the bonus operation, or to notify the bonus operation by a lamp or the like.

<Sub-control circuit>
As shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, the sub-control circuit 42 is electrically connected to the main control circuit 41, and performs processing such as determination and execution of the effect content based on the command transmitted from the main control circuit 41. .. As shown in FIG. 7, the sub-control circuit 42 basically includes a sub CPU 81, a sub ROM 82, a sub RAM 83, a rendering processor 84, a drawing RAM 85, and a driver 86. Further, the sub-control circuit 42 includes a DSP (Digital Signal Processor) 90, an audio RAM 91, an A / D (Analog to Digital) converter 92, an amplifier 93, a central movable unit drive circuit 96, a left movable unit drive circuit 97, and a right movable unit. The unit drive circuit 98 and the rotary light drive circuit 99 are included.

The sub CPU 81 controls the output of video, sound, and light according to the control program stored in the sub ROM 82 in response to the command transmitted from the main control circuit 41. The sub ROM 82 basically has a program storage area and a data storage area.

Various control programs executed by the sub CPU 81 are stored in the program storage area. In the control program stored in the program storage area, for example, a main board communication task for controlling communication with the main control circuit 41, an effect random value is extracted, and an effect content (effect data) is determined. An effect registration task for registration, a drawing control task for controlling the display of an image by the liquid crystal display device 11 based on the determined effect content, a lamp control task for controlling the light output by the lamp group 21, and a speaker. A program such as a voice control task for controlling sound output by 20L and 20R is included.

The data storage area includes, for example, a storage area for storing various data tables, a storage area for storing production data constituting various production contents, a storage area for storing animation data related to video creation, and sound data related to BGM and sound effects. Various storage areas such as a storage area for storing the data and a storage area for storing lamp data related to the pattern of turning on and off the light are included.

The sub-RAM 83 has a storage area for registering the determined effect content and effect data, a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 41, and the like.

Further, as shown in FIG. 7, the sub-control circuit 42 includes a liquid crystal display device 11, speakers 20L, 20R, a lamp group 21, a central movable unit 105, a left movable unit 106, a right movable unit 107, and a rotating light 543. Peripheral devices such as are connected. That is, the operation of these peripheral devices is controlled by the sub-control circuit 42.

In the present embodiment, the sub CPU 81, the rendering processor 84, the drawing RAM 85 (including the frame buffer), and the driver 86 create an image according to the animation data specified by the effect content, and the created image is generated by the liquid crystal display device 11. Is displayed.

Further, the sub CPU 81, the DSP 90, the audio RAM 91, the A / D converter 92, and the amplifier 93 output sounds such as BGM by the speakers 20L and 20R according to the sound data specified by the effect content. Further, the sub CPU 81 turns on and off the lamp group 21 according to the lamp data specified by the effect content.

The sub CPU 81 and the central movable unit drive circuit 96 drive the central movable unit 105 according to the central movable unit drive data specified by the effect content. That is, the central movable unit 105 is driven when a specific effect is performed to move the movable component 309 to a position that covers a part of the display unit 11a of the liquid crystal display device 11.

Further, the sub CPU 81 and the left movable unit drive circuit 97 drive the left movable unit 106 according to the left movable unit drive data specified by the effect content. The sub CPU 81 and the right movable unit drive circuit 98 drive the right movable unit 107 according to the right movable unit drive data specified by the effect content. Further, the sub CPU 81 and the revolving light driving circuit 99 drive the revolving light 543 according to the revolving light driving data specified by the effect content.

[Data table stored in the main ROM]
Next, various data tables stored in the main ROM 52 will be described with reference to FIGS. 9 to 13.

<Design arrangement table>
The symbol arrangement table shown in FIG. 9 represents an arrangement of symbols arranged on the surfaces of the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R. The symbol arrangement table defines the correspondence between the 21 symbol positions "0" to "20" and the symbols corresponding to each of these symbol positions.

The symbol position data "0" to "20" indicate the positions of the symbols arranged along the rotation direction in each of the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R. The symbol corresponding to the symbol positions "0" to "20" can be specified by referring to the symbol arrangement table using the value of the symbol counter.

In this embodiment, "red 7", "blue 7", "yellow 7", "replay", "bell" and "watermelon" are set as the symbol types, but the symbol types are It is not limited to this. Further, the arrangement of the symbols and the number of arranged symbols are not limited to those shown in FIG.

<Design combination table>
In the symbol combination table shown in FIG. 10, the winning operation flag and the number of payouts are associated with the combination of symbols identified by the storage area identification data represented by 3 bytes.

The winning operation flag is data assigned corresponding to a combination of unique symbols for representing a winning combination (hereinafter referred to as "winning combination"), and includes 1-byte (8-bit) data and a storage area type. I'm out. The storage area type is data for distinguishing 1-byte data. The 1-byte data includes data corresponding to a combination of a plurality of symbols. The combination of each symbol is distinguished by the storage area type and the 1-byte data.

The payout number is data indicating the number of medals to be paid out to the player corresponding to each combination of symbols. When the combination of symbols lined up along the effective line matches the "combination of symbols" in the symbol combination table, the number of medals ejected or credits driven by the hopper device 33 is counted based on the corresponding number of payouts. Credit counters are added.

In this embodiment, replays, small wins, and bonuses are defined as winning wins. When the combination of symbols related to the replay is displayed along the valid line (that is, when the replay is won), no medal is paid out, but the benefit of operating the replay is given. Further, when the combination of symbols related to the small winning combination is displayed along the valid line (that is, when the small winning combination is won), the benefit of paying out medals corresponding to the above-mentioned number of payouts is given. In addition, when the combination of symbols related to the bonus is displayed along the valid line (that is, when the bonus is won), the medal is not paid out, but the benefit of operating the bonus is given.

As shown in FIG. 10, in the present embodiment, as the combination of the symbols related to the replay, the combination of the symbols related to the "normal lip" and the combination of the symbols related to "replay 1" to "replay 6" are defined. ..

Further, as shown in FIG. 10, in the present embodiment, a combination of symbols related to "small winning combination 1" to "small winning combination 8" is defined as a combination of symbols related to small winning combination.

Further, as shown in FIG. 10, in the present embodiment, the combination of the symbols related to "BB1" to "BB3" is defined as the combination of the symbols related to the bonus.

Further, as shown in FIG. 10, in the present embodiment, in addition to the above, a combination of symbols related to "RT0 transition symbol 1" and "RT0 transition symbol 2" is also defined. The combination of the symbols related to the "RT0 transition symbol 1" and the "RT0 transition symbol 2" is not the combination of the symbols related to the winning (winning combination), but when the combination of these symbols is displayed along the valid line. Is a combination of symbols that triggers the transition of the RT game state to RT0, and is therefore defined by the symbol combination table.

In this embodiment, the combinations of the above-mentioned symbols are described, but the combinations of the symbols specified in the symbol combination table are not limited to this. Further, as long as the pachi-slot machine 1 can identify the combination of each symbol, the symbol combination table may not be provided.

<Internal lottery table>
In the plurality of internal lottery tables shown in FIG. 11, a lottery value and a data pointer for each game state are associated with the winning number. The internal lottery table is usually stored in the main ROM 52 for each set value (for example, set values 1 to 6) of the pachi-slot machine 1. However, in the present embodiment, for convenience of explanation, one internal lottery table will be used for each explanation.

In the present embodiment, random numbers extracted from a predetermined numerical range "0 to 65535" are sequentially subtracted by lottery values corresponding to each winning number, and whether or not the subtraction result is negative (so-called). An internal lottery is performed by determining (whether or not a "digit" has occurred).

Therefore, the larger the number defined as the lottery value, the higher the probability that the assigned data (that is, the data pointer) will be determined. When the number of times of the determination processing as to whether or not the subtraction result is negative exceeds the number of winning numbers, the result of the internal lottery processing becomes "missing".

The winning probability of each winning number can be expressed by "the lottery value corresponding to each winning number / the number of all random number values that may be extracted (65536)". In the present embodiment, by properly using a plurality of types of internal lottery tables, the types of internal winning combinations and the winning probabilities to be determined are changed, and as a result, the expectations held by the player are undulated.

The data pointer is data acquired as a result of lottery performed with reference to the internal lottery table, and is data for designating the internal winning combination defined by the internal winning combination determination table described later.

That is, the data pointer is data used for determining the storage area type and 1-byte data in the small winning combination / replay winning combination determination table and the bonus internal winning combination determination table shown in FIG. As for the data pointer, a small winning combination / replay data pointer and a bonus data pointer are individually defined corresponding to each winning number.

The method of internal lottery processing is not limited to the above-mentioned method. For example, a random number value extracted from a predetermined numerical range "0 to 65535" is used as a lottery value corresponding to each winning number. The internal lottery may be performed by sequentially adding and determining whether the result of the addition is a predetermined value (for example, whether the value is equal to or more than a predetermined value for each winning number).

(Normal internal lottery table)
As shown in FIG. 11A, the normal internal lottery table referred to in the general game state (hereinafter, also referred to as “normal game state”) which is a game state other than the bonus game state is the RT0 game state (RT0 game state). The lottery value of each winning number in RT0) is specified. When the RT game state shifts, the lottery value of the winning numbers "1" to "5" related to the lottery of the replay is changed by referring to the normal lottery value change table described later.

(Normal lottery price change table)
As shown in FIG. 11B, the normal lottery value change table referred to in the normal game state is the winning number "1" related to the replay lottery in the RT1 game state (RT1) to the RT4 game state (RT4). The lottery value of "5" is specified.

In the internal lottery process described later, first, it is determined whether the game state is the bonus game state or the normal game state, and if it is the bonus game state, it is decided to refer to the bonus internal lottery table described later. , The lottery is performed based on the lottery value specified in the internal lottery table for this bonus. On the other hand, in the normal game state, it is determined to refer to the above-mentioned normal internal lottery table, and the lottery values of the winning numbers "1" to "5" are appropriately changed according to the current RT game state. Then, the lottery will be performed based on the lottery value specified in the changed internal lottery table for normal use.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the internal lottery table itself is not specified for each RT game state, and only the part where the lottery value needs to be changed is specified as the normal lottery value change table. The amount of information stored in the storage area of the ROM 52 can be reduced. As shown in FIGS. 11A and 11C, when the lottery values of the winning numbers "1" to "5" in the RT0 gaming state (RT0) and the RT3 gaming state (RT3) are the same, RT3 It is also possible to configure so that the lottery value change table related to the game state (RT3) is not specified. In this case, while reducing the amount of information stored in the storage area of the main ROM 52, it is possible to recognize that the RT gaming states are different depending on the main CPU 51. Therefore, for example, the RT0 gaming state (RT0) and the RT3 gaming state can be recognized. Even when it is desired to make the lottery probability of "lock" different depending on the state (RT3), it is possible to prevent the amount of information stored in the storage area of the main ROM 52 from unnecessarily increasing.

Further, in the present embodiment, the lottery values of the winning numbers "1", "2" and "4" of the RT2 gaming state (RT2) and the RT4 gaming state (RT4) are the same, and the winning numbers "3" and "5" are used. The lottery values of "" are different, but the lottery values are not limited to this, and the lottery values of the winning numbers "1" to "5" may be the same. In this case, it can be specified that the same lottery value change table is selected in the RT2 gaming state (RT2) and the RT4 gaming state (RT4). In this case as well, the same effect as described above will be obtained.

(Internal lottery table for bonus)
As shown in FIG. 11 (c), the bonus internal lottery table referred to in the bonus game state defines the lottery value of each winning number in the bonus game state. In the present embodiment, the BB game state (while operating any of BB1 to 3), which is the bonus game state, is always in the RB game state (when RB is operating), so that the bonus internal lottery table is used. , RB game state internal lottery table can also be rephrased.

<Internal winning role determination table for small roles / replays>
In the small winning combination / replay internal winning combination determination table shown in FIG. 12A, data for identifying a combination of symbols (winning operation flag) for which winning is permitted for the small winning combination / replay data pointer. Are associated with each other.

Here, as shown in FIG. 12 (a), one internal lottery is performed by associating a plurality of combinations of symbols (winning operation flags) for which winning is permitted with one data pointer. In the process, it is possible to allow the winning of a combination of a plurality of symbols (winning operation flag). These internal lottery methods are referred to as "simultaneous winning" method and "overlapping winning" method.

In addition, in this embodiment, the combination of one symbol (winning operation flag) for which winning is permitted can be defined as "internal winning combination", and winning is permitted for one data pointer. A combination of a plurality of symbols (winning operation flag) can be defined as an internal winning combination as one group, but in the following, the latter will be defined as an internal winning combination.

In the small winning combination / replay internal winning combination determination table, the small winning combination / replay data pointer "0" is associated with "loss".

Further, in the small winning combination / replay internal winning combination determination table, the small winning combination / replay data pointer "1" indicates a "normal lip" as the internal winning combination, and a combination of symbols that are allowed to win a prize ( As a winning operation flag), a "normal lip" is associated.

Further, in the small winning combination / replay internal winning combination determination table, the small winning combination / replay data pointer "2" indicates "normal lip + replay 1 + replay 5" as the internal winning combination, and winning is permitted. As a combination of symbols (winning operation flag), "normal lip", "replay 1", and "replay 5" are associated with each other.

Further, in the small winning combination / replay internal winning combination determination table, the small winning combination / replay data pointer "3" indicates "normal lip + replay 2 + replay 5" as the internal winning combination, and winning is permitted. As a combination of symbols (winning operation flag), "normal lip", "replay 2", and "replay 5" are associated with each other.

Further, in the small winning combination / replay internal winning combination determination table, the small winning combination / replay data pointer "4" indicates "normal lip + replay 3 + replay 6" as the internal winning combination, and winning is permitted. As a combination of symbols (winning operation flag), "normal lip", "replay 3", and "replay 6" are associated with each other.

Further, in the small winning combination / replay internal winning combination determination table, the small winning combination / replay data pointer "5" indicates "normal lip + replay 4 + replay 6" as the internal winning combination, and winning is permitted. As a combination of symbols (winning operation flag), "normal lip", "replay 4", and "replay 6" are associated with each other.

Further, in the small winning combination / replay internal winning combination determination table, the small winning combination / replay data pointers "6" to "13" indicate "small winning combination 1" to "small winning combination 8" as internal winning combinations. As a combination of symbols for which winning is permitted (winning operation flag), "small winning combination 1" to "small winning combination 8" are associated with each other.

Further, in the small winning combination / replay internal winning combination determination table, the small winning combination / replay data pointer "14" indicates "small winning combination 1 to 8" as the internal winning combination, and the winning pattern is permitted. As a combination of (winning operation flag), "small winning combination 1" to "small winning combination 8" are associated with each other. That is, the small winning combination / replay data pointer "14" is allowed to win all the winning combinations of the symbols related to the specified small winning combination.

<Internal winning combination decision table for bonus>
In the bonus internal winning combination determination table shown in FIG. 12B, data for identifying the internal winning combination is associated with the bonus data pointer.

In the bonus internal winning combination determination table, the bonus data pointer "0" is associated with "loss". Further, in the bonus internal winning combination determination table, the bonus data pointer "1" indicates "BB1" as the internal winning combination, and as a combination of symbols that are allowed to win (winning operation flag), " BB1 ”is associated with it.

Further, in the bonus internal winning combination determination table, the bonus data pointer "2" indicates "BB2" as the internal winning combination, and as a combination of symbols that are allowed to win (winning operation flag), " BB2 ”is associated with it. Further, in the bonus internal winning combination determination table, the bonus data pointer "3" indicates "BB3" as the internal winning combination, and as a combination of symbols that are allowed to win (winning operation flag), " BB3 ”is associated with it.

Here, the internal winning combinations "BB1" to "BB3" are so-called "carry-over combinations", and when any one of "BB1" to "BB3" is determined as the internal winning combination, the combination of the corresponding symbols. The winning will be retained until the prize is won. The state in which the winning of the carry-over role is held (carried over) is referred to as "carry-over state" or "between flags". On the other hand, if the combination of the corresponding symbols does not win in the winning unit game, the above-mentioned small winning combination and the internal winning combination related to the replay are cleared and are not carried over to the next game.

<Reel stop initial setting table>
In the reel initial setting table shown in FIG. 13, a reel stop control information group corresponding to the winning number is associated with each gaming state.

The reel stop control information group is used to determine the final stop symbol position of the rotating left reel 3L, middle reel 3C, and right reel 3R based on the stop operation timing and the stop operation order. It shows a set of stop control information.

For example, when the internal winning combination (winning number 2) of "normal lip + replay 1 + replay 5" is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 2 is set.

Here, in the reel stop control information group 2, as shown in FIG. 14 described later, when the first stop operation is performed on the left reel 3L, "replay" is performed rather than "normal rip" or "replay 1". When the stop control information in which "5" is given priority and the first stop operation is performed on the middle reel 3C, "Replay 1" has priority over "Normal rip" and "Replay 5". When the stop control information to be won and the first stop operation are performed on the right reel 3R, the "normal lip" is given priority over the "replay 1" and "replay 5". Stop control information is included, and the most appropriate stop control information is selected from the reel stop control information group according to which reel is first stopped (first stop operation). , The stop control is performed according to the selection stop control information.

The stop control information included in the reel stop control information group is a stop position (that is, a symbol position that actually stops) with respect to a stop operation position (that is, a symbol position that is in a predetermined position when the stop button is operated). Is directly determined (that is, information that defines how many sliding pieces are to be set), or indirectly (that is, the most appropriate sliding piece within the range of the maximum number of sliding pieces). It may be information that defines conditions for searching a number).

Further, in FIG. 13, the description of the reel stop control information group in the carry-over state (between the flags) is omitted, but in the case of the carry-over state (between the flags), the dedicated reel stop control information is omitted. A group may be set, and only when "missing" (small role / replay data pointer is "0"), the type of bonus carried over instead of the reel stop control information group 0 (BB1) The reel stop control information group for the carry-over state (between the flags) according to any of 3) may be set. In the present embodiment, when the bonus and the replay are duplicated, the replay is configured to win the prize preferentially, and when the bonus and the small winning combination are won, the small winning combination is preferentially won. Since it is configured in this way, the player does not suffer any particular disadvantage.

[Correspondence between internal winning combination and stop operation order, etc.]
Next, with reference to FIG. 14, the correspondence between the internal winning combination and the stop operation order in the pachislot machine 1 will be described. In this embodiment, as an example, a case where the stop operation order is three choices (whether the first stop operation is the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, or the right reel 3R) will be described. It is not limited to, and a maximum of 6 options (whether the first stop operation is the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, or the right reel 3R, and the second stop operation is the stop operation in the first stop operation. It can be set as appropriate within the range of which reel was used, excluding the reels that were used.

As shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 1) of the “normal lip” is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 1 is set. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 1, the "normal lip" wins regardless of which reel the first stop reel is.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 2) of "normal lip + replay 1 + replay 5" is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 2 is set. Reel. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 2, if the first stop reel is the left reel 3L, "Replay 5" wins a prize and the first stop. If the reel is the middle reel 3C, the "replay 1" will win, and if the first stop reel is the right reel 3R, the "normal lip" will win.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 3) of "normal lip + replay 2 + replay 5" is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 3 is set. Reel. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 3, if the first stop reel is the left reel 3L, "Replay 5" wins a prize and the first stop. If the reel is the middle reel 3C, the "normal lip" will win, and if the first stop reel is the right reel 3R, the "replay 2" will win.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 4) of "normal lip + replay 3 + replay 6" is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 4 is set. Reel. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 4, if the first stop reel is the left reel 3L, "Replay 6" wins a prize and the first stop. If the reel is the middle reel 3C, the "replay 3" will win, and if the first stop reel is the right reel 3R, the "normal lip" will win.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 5) of "normal lip + replay 4 + replay 6" is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 5 is set. Reel. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 3, if the first stop reel is the left reel 3L, "Replay 6" wins a prize and the first stop. If the reel is the middle reel 3C, the "normal lip" will win, and if the first stop reel is the right reel 3R, the "replay 4" will win.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 6) of the “small winning combination 1” is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 6 is set. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 6, the "small winning combination 1" is won regardless of which reel the first stop reel is.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 7) of the “small combination 2” is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 7 is set. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 7, the correct answer of the symbol "red 7" is in the middle reel 3C regardless of which reel the first stop reel is. If the stop operation is performed at the position, "small winning combination 2" will win a prize. On the other hand, in the middle reel 3C, when the stop operation is not performed at the correct position of the symbol "red 7" (that is, when the small winning combination 2 is missed), the RT0 transition symbol 1 is displayed. Will be.

The correct answer position means a stop operation position in which symbols constituting a combination of symbols related to winning can be displayed on the effective line within the range of the maximum number of sliding pieces. For example, when the maximum number of sliding pieces is 4 pieces (for 4 symbols) and the middle region of the middle reel 3C is the symbol display area constituting the winning line, the symbol position data "17" and "18" of the middle reel 3C , "19", "20" and "0" are correct positions where the symbol "red 7" with reference to the middle region of the middle reel 3C can be displayed. The same applies to the correct position of the symbol "blue 7" and the symbol "yellow 7" on the middle reel 3C, and the correct position of the symbol "red 7", the symbol "blue 7" and the symbol "yellow 7" on the right reel 3R.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 8) of the “small combination 3” is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 8 is set. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 8, the correct answer of the symbol "blue 7" is in the middle reel 3C regardless of which reel the first stop reel is. If the stop operation is performed at the position, "small winning combination 3" will win a prize. On the other hand, in the middle reel 3C, when the stop operation is not performed at the correct position of the symbol "blue 7" (that is, when the small winning combination 3 is missed), the RT0 transition symbol 1 is displayed. Will be.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 9) of the “small winning combination 4” is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 9 is set. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 9, the correct answer of the symbol "yellow 7" is in the middle reel 3C regardless of which reel the first stop reel is. If the stop operation is performed at the position, "small winning combination 4" will win a prize. On the other hand, in the middle reel 3C, when the stop operation is not performed at the correct position of the symbol "yellow 7" (that is, when the small winning combination 4 is missed), the RT0 transition symbol 1 is displayed. Will be.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 10) of the “small winning combination 5” is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 10 is set. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 10, the correct answer of the symbol "red 7" is in the right reel 3R regardless of which reel the first stop reel is. If the stop operation is performed at the position, the "small winning combination 5" will win a prize. On the other hand, on the right reel 3R, when the stop operation is not performed at the correct position of the symbol "Red 7" (that is, when the small winning combination 5 is missed), the RT0 transition symbol 2 is displayed. It becomes.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 11) of the “small winning combination 6” is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 11 is set. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 11, the correct answer of the symbol "blue 7" is displayed on the right reel 3R regardless of which reel the first stop reel is. If the stop operation is performed at the position, the "small winning combination 6" will win a prize. On the other hand, in the right reel 3R, when the stop operation is not performed at the correct position of the symbol "blue 7" (that is, when the small winning combination 6 is missed), the RT0 transition symbol 2 is displayed. It becomes.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 12) of the “small winning combination 7” is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 12 is set. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 12, the correct answer of the symbol "yellow 7" is displayed on the right reel 3R regardless of which reel the first stop reel is. If the stop operation is performed at the position, the "small winning combination 7" will win a prize. On the other hand, on the right reel 3R, when the stop operation is not performed at the correct position of the symbol "yellow 7" (that is, when the small winning combination 7 is missed), the RT0 transition symbol 2 is displayed. It becomes.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, when the internal winning combination (winning number 13) of the “small winning combination 8” is determined as a result of the internal lottery, the reel stop control information group 13 is set. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the stop control is performed based on the reel stop control information group 13, the "small winning combination 8" will win regardless of which reel the first stop reel is. The internal winning combination of "small winning combination 8" is also determined by winning numbers "14" to "16", but as described above, "small winning combination 8" has priority over "BB1" to "BB3". Since the stop control is performed so as to win a prize, in this case as well, the same stop control as when the "small winning combination 8" is won alone is performed.

In the present embodiment, the internal winning combination (winning numbers 1 to 5) related to the replay is configured so that the winning combination differs depending on the stop operation order, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in any of the reels, the winning combination may be different depending on whether or not the stop operation is performed at the correct answer position.

Further, in the present embodiment, a part of the internal winning combination (winning numbers 7 to 12) related to the small winning combination is won based on whether or not the stop operation is performed at the correct answer position on the predetermined reel. It is configured so that the roles are different, but it is not limited to this. For example, the winning combination may be different depending on the stop operation order.

That is, for a specific combination, the combination of symbols to be won (displayed) is different according to the stop operation procedure (stop operation order and stop operation timing), and the combination is given to the player depending on whether or not the stop operation procedure is notified. It is assumed that all methods capable of different interests can be applied to the present invention.

[Transition of RT game state]
Next, with reference to FIG. 15, the transition of the RT gaming state in the pachi-slot machine 1 will be described. FIG. 15A is a diagram showing a transition flow of the RT gaming state of the pachislot machine 1 in the present embodiment, and FIG. 15B is a diagram showing the transition conditions of the RT gaming state of the pachislot machine 1 in the present embodiment. It is a figure which shows. In this embodiment, the case where there are five RT gaming states (RT0 to RT4) will be described as an example, but the present invention is not limited to this.

As shown in FIG. 15, the transition from RT0 to RT1 is performed by the winning of replay 1 (establishment of transition condition 1), and the transition from RT1 to RT2 is performed by winning of replay 2 (establishment of transition condition 2). Here, as shown in FIG. 11, RT0 has a relatively low probability of winning an internal winning combination related to replay, and RT2 has a relatively high probability of winning an internal winning combination related to replay. That is, RT0 is an RT gaming state that is disadvantageous to the player, and RT2 is an RT gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

Further, RT1 has a higher winning probability of the internal winning combination related to the replay than RT0, but has a lower winning probability of the internal winning combination related to the replay than RT2. In that sense, it can be said that the RT game state is still disadvantageous for the player, but it is advantageous for the player because the internal winning combination (winning number 3) including the replay 2 is drawn (see FIG. 11). It can be said that RT2 is in a ready state, which is a state of RT game.

Further, as shown in FIG. 15, the transition from RT3 to RT1 is made by the winning of the replay 3 (establishment of the transition condition 3), and the transition from RT1 to RT4 is made by the winning of the replay 4 (establishment of the transition condition 4). .. Here, as shown in FIG. 11, RT3 has a relatively low probability of winning an internal winning combination related to replay, and RT4 has a relatively high probability of winning an internal winning combination related to replay. That is, RT3 is an RT gaming state that is disadvantageous to the player, and RT4 is an RT gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

Further, RT1 has a higher winning probability of the internal winning combination related to the replay than RT3, but has a lower winning probability of the internal winning combination related to the replay than RT4. In that sense, it can be said that the RT game state is still disadvantageous for the player, but it is advantageous for the player because the internal winning combination (winning number 5) including the replay 4 is drawn (see FIG. 11). It can be said that the RT4 is in a ready state, which is a state of RT gaming.

Further, as shown in FIG. 15, when the RT0 transition symbol (RT0 transition symbol 1 or RT0 transition symbol 2) is displayed in RT1 to RT4 (transition condition 5 is satisfied), the transition to RT0 occurs. That is, even if the player is in the RT gaming state (RT2 or RT4) that is advantageous to the player, if the "small role 2" to the "small role 7" are missed (see FIG. 14), the player It will shift (fall) to the disadvantageous RT game state (RT0).

Further, as shown in FIG. 15, in RT0 to RT2 and RT4, when the replay 5 or the replay 6 is won (the transition condition 6 is satisfied), the process shifts to the RT3. That is, even if the RT gaming state (RT2 or RT4) is advantageous to the player, if the replay 5 or replay 6 is won (see FIG. 14), the RT gaming state (RT3) is disadvantageous to the player. ) Will shift (fall).

Further, as shown in FIG. 15, when the bonus game state (operation of any of BB1 to 3) ends (transition condition 7 is satisfied), the system shifts to RT0. Further, although not shown, when the set value is changed, the process shifts to RT0. In that sense, RT0 can be said to be in the initial RT gaming state. Regarding the transition condition 7, the transition condition may be that the bonus (any of BB1 to 3) is determined as the internal winning combination, and the transition condition may be that the bonus (any of BB1 to 3) is won. Good. In addition, transition conditions 1 to 6 are satisfied only when the bonus (any of BB1 to 3) is not carried over, and are not satisfied when the bonus (any of BB1 to 3) is carried over. May be.

[Data table stored in sub ROM]
Next, various data tables stored in the sub ROM 82 will be described with reference to FIG.

<Normal ART1 lottery table>
As shown in FIG. 16 (a), the normal ART1 lottery table referred to during normal is a lottery as to whether ART1 is non-winning or winning, depending on the determined internal winning combination. The value is specified. In FIG. 16, the term “normal” refers to a state other than ART1, ART2, ART preparation, and ART winning, which will be described later, and is identified by the sub CPU 81, that is, ART non-winning, which will be described later.

For example, when the internal winning combination is "small combination 8" and the extracted random number value for production is "10000", "10000" is subtracted from "24576" to obtain a negative value, so ART1 It is decided that the prize was not won. On the other hand, if the extracted production random value is "30000", even if "24576" is subtracted from "30000", it does not become a negative value, and the subtracted production random value "5424" to "8192". "Is subtracted to give a negative value, so it is determined that ART1 has been won. The same processing is performed for the lottery table shown below.

<ART2 lottery table in ART1>
As shown in FIG. 16 (b), the ART2 lottery table in ART1 referred to in ART1 is a lottery as to whether the ART2 is non-winning or winning, depending on the determined internal winning combination. The value is specified. Here, in ART1, the lottery of ART2 is performed instead of the lottery of the number of additional games described later. In addition, "replay" is described in the column of internal winning combination as a general term for internal winning combination (winning numbers 1 to 5) related to replay, but it is not limited to this, and each type of replay is not limited to this. The lottery value may be specified individually. The same applies to (e) of FIG. 16 described later.

<Normal ART2 lottery table>
As shown in FIG. 16 (c), the normal ART2 lottery table referred to during normal is a lottery as to whether the ART2 is non-winning or winning, depending on the determined internal winning combination. The value is specified.

<ART2 initial game number lottery table>
As shown in FIG. 16D, the ART2 initial game number lottery table referred to at the start of ART2 defines a lottery value for the initial game number of ART2 according to the set value. Here, at the start of ART2, the higher the set value, the higher the probability that the number of initial games of ART2 will increase. That is, the pachi-slot machine 1 is configured so that the higher the set value, the higher the degree of advantage for the player.

<Lottery table for the number of additional games in ART2>
As shown in FIG. 16 (e), the lottery table for the number of additional games in ART2 referred to in ART2 defines the lottery value for the number of additional games in ART2 according to the determined internal winning combination. .. Here, in ART2, instead of the lottery of ART1 being performed, the lottery of the number of additional games is to be performed. Therefore, if the number of additional games of ART2 continues to be added before the initial number of games and the number of additional games at the start of ART2 are exhausted, ART2 will continue and the player will pay out more medals. Can be received.

[Flow of pachislot machine games]
Next, the flow of the game of the pachislot machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 17 is a schematic view showing the flow of the game of the pachislot machine in the present embodiment.

First, in the pachi-slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, as a state in which the player plays a game, there are two advantageous gaming states, that is, ART1 which is an advantageous first advantageous gaming state for the player, and a second advantageous gaming state which is advantageous for the player. It is roughly divided into ART2, normal, which is a relatively disadvantageous normal game state compared to ART1 and ART2, and ART preparation, which is a preparation state for transitioning from normal to ART1 or ART2. ..

Further, during normal times, it is possible to distinguish between a state in which neither ART1 nor ART2 is won (in ART non-winning) and a state in which either ART1 or ART2 is won (in ART winning). Further, the ART winning can be distinguished between the ART1 winning state, which is the winning state of ART1, and the ART2 winning state, which is the winning state of ART2.

Further, during the preparation for ART, it is possible to distinguish between the preparation for ART1 that has been transferred from the winning ART1 and the preparation for ART2 that has been transferred from the winning ART2.

When playing a game on the pachislot machine 1, the player usually starts the game during the ART non-winning, and if the player wins the ART1 during the ART non-winning, the player shifts to the ART1 winning. .. Then, when the ART1 is winning, the notification of the first transition procedure (procedure of the stop operation) for shifting to the ART1 is started from the ART1 winning through the preparation of the ART1. In addition, when the ART2 is won during the ART non-winning, the transition is made to the ART2 winning, and the second transition procedure (stop) for shifting from the ART2 winning to the ART2 preparation is made. The notification of the operation procedure) will be started.

Specifically, when ART1 is winning and RT0, if "normal lip + replay 1 + replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination, "replay 1" will win a prize in the stop operation order (middle). When the reel 3C should be stopped first) is notified and a prize is won in "Replay 1", the process shifts to ART1 preparation, and when ART1 is being prepared and RT1, "normal lip + replay 2 + replay 5" Is determined as the internal winning combination, the stop operation order in which "Replay 2" will be won (the right reel 3R should be the first stop operation) is notified, and when "Replay 2" is won, ART1 is in progress. Move to.

On the other hand, when ART1 is winning and RT0, if "normal rip + replay 3 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination, the "normal rip" will win the stop operation order (right reel 3R). By notifying that the first stop operation should be performed), it is decided not to shift during the preparation for ART2. Here, if the stop operation order does not cause the "replay 3" to win, other stop operation orders (for example, the fact that the left reel 3L should be first stopped) may be notified.

In addition, when ART1 is being prepared and RT1 is set, if "normal lip + replay 4 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination, the "normal lip" will win the stop operation order (middle reel 3C). By notifying that the first stop operation should be performed), it is decided not to shift to ART2. Here, if the stop operation order does not cause the "replay 4" to win, another stop operation order (for example, the fact that the left reel 3L should be first stopped) may be notified.

In the present embodiment, when ART1 is won and RT3, after the transition from RT3 to RT0 (that is, the RT0 transition symbol is displayed in RT3), the above-mentioned first transition procedure (that is, the RT0 transition symbol is displayed). The notification of the stop operation procedure) is to be started, but the notification is not limited to this, and the first transition procedure (stop operation procedure) described above is not limited to this, and even when ART1 is winning and RT3 is in effect. It may be configured so that the notification of is started.

In addition, when ART2 is winning and RT3, if "normal lip + replay 3 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination, "replay 3" will win a prize in the stop operation order (middle reel 3C). When the first stop operation should be performed) is notified and a prize is won in "Replay 3", the process shifts to ART2 preparation, and when ART2 is being prepared and RT1, "normal lip + replay 4 + replay 6" is an internal win. When it is decided as a combination, the stop operation order in which "Replay 4" will be won (the right reel 3R should be the first stop operation) is notified, and when "Replay 4" is won, it shifts to ART2. ..

On the other hand, when ART2 is winning and RT3, if "normal rip + replay 1 + replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination, the "normal rip" will win the stop operation order (right reel 3R). By notifying that the first stop operation should be performed), it is decided not to shift during the preparation for ART1. Here, if it is a stop operation order in which "Replay 1" is not won, another stop operation order (for example, the fact that the left reel 3L should be first stopped) may be notified.

In addition, when ART2 is being prepared and RT1 is set, if "normal lip + replay 2 + replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination, the "normal lip" will win the stop operation order (middle reel 3C). By notifying that the first stop operation should be performed), it is decided not to shift to ART1. Here, if the stop operation order does not cause the "replay 2" to win, another stop operation order (for example, the fact that the left reel 3L should be first stopped) may be notified.

In the present embodiment, when ART2 is won and RT0, after the transition from RT0 to RT3 (that is, replay 5 or replay 6 wins in RT0), the second transition procedure described above is performed. The notification of (stop operation procedure) is to be started, but the notification is not limited to this, and the second transition procedure (stop operation procedure) described above is not limited to this, and even when ART2 is winning and RT0. ) May be configured to start.

ART1 starts when "Replay 2" is won (that is, during ART1) while preparing for ART1 (RT1), and ends when 50 games, which is the number of ART1 games, are exhausted. During ART1, a lottery of ART2 is performed, and when ART2 is won, after the end of ART1, it shifts to ART2 winning, and it shifts to ART2 in the same manner as described above.

In addition, ART2 starts when the player wins "Replay 4" while preparing for ART2 (RT1) (that is, during ART2). In ART2, the initial number of games of the number of ART2 games is to be drawn at the start, and further, in ART2, the number of additional games of the number of ART2 games is to be drawn. ART2 ends when the number of ART2 games obtained as a result of these lottery is exhausted.

Here, during ART1 and ART2, when the internal winning combination related to the replay is determined, the procedure of the stop operation (stop operation order) so as not to shift (fall) to RT3 (replay 5 or replay 6 does not win). ) Is notified, and when the internal winning combination related to the small combination is determined, the procedure of the stop operation (type of symbol to be pressed) so as not to shift (fall) to RT0 (RT0 transition symbol is not displayed). ) Is notified. As a result, the operation of the replay time (RT2 or RT4) is maintained, and the winning probability of the small winning combination (particularly the small winning combination 2 to 7) is dramatically improved, so that the player has more medals. Can be paid out. In this way, ART1 and ART2 constitute an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.

It should be noted that even during the winning of the ART and / or the preparation for the ART, all of the above notifications may be performed, or the notification may be performed only within a necessary range. For example, when it is RT0 in the winning ART1, the procedure (stop operation order) of the stop operation that does not shift (fall) to RT3 (does not win the replay 5 or replay 6) is notified, but does not shift (fall) to RT0. (The RT0 transition symbol is not displayed) The stop operation procedure (type of symbol to be pressed) is not notified, and when it is RT3 in ART2 winning, it is not shifted (falls) to RT0 (RT0 transition symbol is displayed). Not display) Stop operation procedure (type of symbol to be pressed) is notified, but RT3 is not shifted (falls) (Replay 5 or Replay 6 is not won) Stop operation procedure (stop operation order) notification May not be done.

In addition, although not shown, a bonus (during ART non-winning, ART1 winning and ART2 winning), during ART preparation (preparing for ART1 and during preparation for ART2), during ART1 or during ART2 ( If any of BB1 to 3) is determined as the internal winning combination and the winning bonus is won, the bonus gaming state is entered, and when the bonus gaming state ends, the RT gaming state shifts to the RT0 gaming state. (See FIG. 15).

In the above case, in the present embodiment, the procedure of the stop operation is notified so as to return to the state when the bonus (any of BB1 to 3) is determined as the internal winning combination. For example, if a bonus (any of BB1 to 3) is determined as an internal winning combination during ART1 and the bonus gaming state related to the bonus ends, "normal lip + replay 1 + replay 5" is displayed in the RT0 gaming state. When it is decided as an internal winning combination, the stop operation order in which "Replay 1" will be won (that the middle reel 3C should be the first stop operation) is notified, and the process is shifted to during ART1 preparation, and during ART1 preparation. , When "normal rip + replay 2 + replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination, the stop operation order in which "replay 2" will be won (the right reel 3R should be the first stop operation) is notified. Return to ART1.

Further, for example, when a bonus (any of BB1 to 3) is determined as an internal winning combination during ART2 and the bonus gaming state related to the bonus ends, in the RT0 gaming state, "normal lip + replay 1 + replay 5" , Or "normal lip + replay 3 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination, and the stop operation order in which "replay 5" or "replay 6" wins (the first stop operation on the left reel 3L) When the "normal lip + replay 3 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination during the ART2 winning (RT3 gaming state) after notifying the fact that it should be done) and shifting to the ART2 winning (RT3 gaming state), the "normal lip + replay 3 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination. Notifies the stop operation order (that the middle reel 3C should be the first stop operation) that "Replay 3" will win, shifts to ART2 preparation, and "normal lip + replay 4 + replay 6" during ART2 preparation. Is determined as the internal winning combination, the stop operation order (that the right reel 3R should be first stopped) that the "Replay 4" will win is notified, and the player returns to ART2. Here, in the case of returning to ART2, if "normal lip + replay 3 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination in the RT0 game state, the stop operation order in which "replay 3" is awarded (replay 3) It is also possible to notify that the middle reel 3C should be first stopped) and shift to ART2 preparation (RT1 gaming state).

It should be noted that the mode for returning the game-playing state when the bonus game state ends is not limited to this. For example, for ART1, a bonus (any of BB1 to 3) is determined as an internal winning combination in any of the states of ART1 winning (ART2 winning), ART1 preparing, or ART1 and the bonus related to the bonus. When the game state is completed, ART1 winnings may be set uniformly. The same applies to ART2.

In addition, when a bonus (one of BB1 to 3) is determined as an internal winning combination during ART1 and the player returns to ART1 again, the number of ART1 games may be returned as it is, and 50 new games are added. It may be set, or 50 games may be added to the number of ART1 games when the bonus (any of BB1 to 3) is determined as the internal winning combination to return.

In addition, when a bonus (any of BB1 to 3) is determined as an internal winning combination during ART2 and the game is returned to ART2 again, the number of ART2 games may be returned as it is, and the number of initial games is newly added. It may be decided based on the lottery result of, or it may be returned by adding the lottery result of the initial number of games to the number of ART2 games when the bonus (any of BB1 to 3) is decided as the internal winning combination. Good.

[Main control processing]
Next, various processes executed by the main CPU 51 of the main control circuit 41 will be described with reference to FIGS. 18 and 19. FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the main control process of the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment. This main control process is started when the power is turned on to the pachislot machine 1. Further, FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing an interrupt process controlled by the main CPU 51 of the main control circuit 41. The interrupt process controlled by the main CPU 51 is executed every 1.1172 ms.

<Main control processing>
First, when the power is turned on to the pachi-slot machine 1, the main CPU 51 executes the power-on processing (S10). In this power-on processing, it is determined whether the backup is normal, whether the setting has been changed appropriately, and the like, and the initialization processing is executed according to the determination result.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the initialization process at the end of one game (one unit game) (S11). In this initialization process, for example, a storage area designated in advance to be initialized at the end of one game is initialized. By this initialization process, the information related to the internal winning combination other than the carry-over combination stored in the main RAM 53 is cleared.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the medal acceptance / start check process (S12). In this medal reception / start check process, a process of detecting medals inserted by the player, a process of determining whether the number of medals required to start the game (including re-game) has been inserted, and a start operation Is executed.

Next, the main CPU 51 extracts the random number value and stores it in the random number value storage area allocated to the main RAM 53 (S13). Here, the random number value includes a value used for the internal lottery process and a value used for the main side effect lottery process, and is extracted from 0 to 65535 in the present embodiment.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the internal lottery process (S14). In this internal lottery process, the internal winning combination is determined using the internal lottery table or the like (see FIG. 11) or the internal winning combination determination table (see FIG. 12).

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the main side effect lottery process (S15). In this main-side effect lottery process, for example, a lottery for whether or not to perform the above-mentioned "locking" is performed. Further, when it is decided to perform "locking", for example, the type of reel action of each reel for notifying that the bonus has been won internally and that ART1 or ART2 has been won is determined by lottery. In the reel action, the effect is executed by driving each reel in an effect mode different from the normal rotation mode (a mode in which the reels are rotated forward at a constant speed).

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the reel stop initial setting process (S16). In this reel stop initial setting process, the reel stop control information group is determined using the reel stop initial setting table (see FIG. 13). That is, the stop control information of each reel is stored in the main RAM 53 based on the result of the internal lottery process (internal winning combination).

Next, the main CPU 51 generates and stores a start command to be transmitted from the main control circuit 41 to the sub control circuit 42 (S17). The start command is a command for causing the sub CPU 81 to recognize, for example, the type of the internal winning combination, the type of the game state, the presence / absence of the lock, the type of the reel action, and the like.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the wait process (S18). In this wait process, it is determined whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the previous game (the start of the previous unit game), and if it is determined that the predetermined time has not elapsed, the predetermined time has elapsed. The waiting time to wait until is exhausted. The predetermined time in this wait process, that is, the wait time is set to, for example, 4.1 seconds from the start of the previous unit game.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the main-side effect execution process (S19). In this main-side effect execution process, the game start lock, the reel action during the lock execution, and the like are executed based on the lottery result and the like in the main-side effect lottery process in S15.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes a reel rotation start process for rotating all the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R (S20). In this reel rotation start processing, a rotation start request for each reel is made.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the reel stop control process (S21). In this reel stop control process, a process of detecting a stop operation and a process of performing stop control of each reel based on the stop control information are executed, and a rotation stop request of each reel is performed.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the winning search process (S22). In this winning search process, after all reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are stopped, the symbol combination displayed on the valid line is collated with the symbol combination table (see FIG. 10), and the symbol displayed on the valid line is collated. Combinations are identified.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes a medal payout process for paying out medals (number of payouts) to be paid out based on the result of the winning search process (S23). In this medal payout process, the hopper drive circuit 65 is controlled and the number of credits is updated based on the number of payouts.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the game state control process (S24). In this game state control process, a process of controlling the start and end of the bonus game state, a process of controlling the transition of the RT game state, and a process of controlling the operation of the re-game are executed.

Specifically, based on winning a bonus (BB1 to 3), the BB gaming state is started, and the upper limit of the number of payouts (for example, 300), which is the end condition of the BB gaming state, is set. In addition, it is controlled so that it is always in the RB game state during the BB game state. Further, in the BB game state, when the number of medals exceeding the upper limit of the number of medals to be paid out is paid out, the BB game state is terminated and the RB game state is terminated.

Further, when the transition condition of the RT gaming state shown in FIG. 15 is satisfied, the control of shifting to the RT gaming state according to the transition condition is executed. In addition, when the replay is won, the control for operating the replay is executed in the next game.

<Interrupt processing controlled by the main CPU>
First, the main CPU 51 saves the register (S101). Next, the main CPU 51 executes the input port check process (S102). In this input port check process, the presence or absence of signals from various switches and sensors connected to the main CPU 51 is confirmed.

Specifically, the main CPU 51 stores on-edge and off-edge information of various switches such as the start switch 16S and the stop switch 17S and on / off information of various sensors such as the medal sensor 35S in the main RAM 53.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the timer update process (S103). Next, the main CPU 51 executes a command transmission process (S104). In this command transmission process, various commands stored in the main RAM 53 are transmitted to the sub-control circuit 42.

In addition, as the command to be transmitted in this command transmission process, in the power-on processing (S10 in FIG. 18), an initialization command for storing information indicating whether or not the set value is changed, information indicating the set value, etc. In the start check process (S12 in FIG. 18), the medal insertion command in which information indicating the number of inserted medals and the number of credits is stored, the above-mentioned start command stored in S17 in FIG. 18, and the reel rotation start process (FIG. 18). In S20), a reel rotation start command for storing information indicating that the rotation of each reel has started, and in the reel stop control process (S21 in FIG. 18), the type of reel to be stopped (reel 3L, 3C, 3R). The winning combination is shown in the reel stop command and the winning search process (S22 in FIG. 18) in which information indicating which one stops) and the stop position (which symbol position of the stopping reel is stopped) is stored. A winning operation command that stores information, an error command that stores information indicating the presence or absence of an error and the type of error when an error occurs (not shown), and a command to be sent in this command transmission process If not, there is a non-operation command or the like in which on-edge and off-edge information of various switches stored in the input port check process (S102 in FIG. 19) and information indicating on / off of various sensors are stored.

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the reel control process (S105). In this reel control process, the main CPU 51 accelerates the rotation of each reel by driving and controlling each stepping motor based on the rotation start request of each reel in the reel rotation start process (S20 in FIG. 18). Is executed, and based on the fact that each reel reaches a predetermined speed (for example, 80 rotations / minute), a constant speed process for maintaining the predetermined speed is executed by driving and controlling each stepping motor. , Based on the rotation stop request of each reel in the reel stop control process (S21 of FIG. 18), the stop process of stopping the rotation of each reel is executed by driving and controlling each stepping motor. Also, when the reel action is executed, a special drive control is executed. Although not shown, the main CPU 51 permits the detection of the stop operation based on the execution of the constant speed process in this reel control process (that is, the operations of the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are performed. Enabled).

Next, the main CPU 51 executes the lamp 7SEG drive process (S106). For example, the main CPU 51 displays the number of credited medals, the number of payouts, and the like on various display units. Next, the main CPU 51 restores the register (S107) and ends this interrupt process.

[Sub-control processing]
Next, various processes executed by the sub CPU 81 of the sub control circuit 42 will be described with reference to FIGS. 20 to 29. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing a start-up process controlled by the sub CPU 81 of the pachi-slot machine according to the present embodiment. The activation process under the control of the sub CPU 81 is started when the power is turned on to the pachislot machine 1.

<Startup process controlled by sub CPU>
First, the sub CPU 81 performs an initialization process (S301). In this initialization process, the sub CPU 81 clears the storage area of the designated address of the sub RAM 83. Next, the sub CPU 81 activates the main task (S302). In this main task, the vertical synchronization signal for displaying an image on the liquid crystal display device 11 and the initialization of the application programming interface (API) are performed.

Next, the sub CPU 81 activates the lamp control task (S303). In this lamp control task, the light emitting modes of the lamp group 21 and the revolving lamp 543 are controlled according to the lamp data registered in S316 of FIG. 21 described later. Next, the sub CPU 81 activates the sound control task (S304). In this sound control task, the sound output modes of the speakers 20L and 20R are controlled according to the sound data registered in S316 of FIG. 21 described later.

Next, the sub CPU 81 activates the main board communication task described later in FIG. 21 (S305). In this main board communication task, whether or not various commands are transmitted from the main control circuit 41 or whether or not the transmitted commands are normal is monitored, and based on the fact that normal commands are received, it is monitored. The determination, start and end of the production (notification) are controlled.

Next, the sub CPU 81 activates the animation task (S306). In this animation task, the display of the image on the liquid crystal display device 11 and the operation mode of the movable units 105 to 107 are controlled according to the animation data registered in S315 of FIG. 21 described later.

<Main board communication task>
FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing a main board communication task of the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment.

First, the sub CPU 81 checks the reception command (S311). Specifically, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not there is a newly received command. If there is no newly received command, the process of S321 may be repeated. The main board communication task is, for example, a periodic interrupt process every 4 ms, and there is a new receive command every 4 ms. You may check whether or not. Further, the process may be performed based on the reception of the command.

Next, the sub CPU 81 extracts the command type (S312). Specifically, which command is the type of the received command is extracted from the header information of the received command.

Next, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not a command of a type different from the previous one has been received (S313). Here, if it is determined that a command of a type different from the previous one has not been received (NO), the sub CPU 81 returns to the process of S311.

On the other hand, if it is determined that a command of a type different from the previous one has been received (YES), the sub CPU 81 executes the command reception processing described later in FIG. 22 (S314). Next, the sub CPU 81 registers animation data (S315), lamp sound data (S316), and S311 according to the effect content determined in the command reception process and the set navigation data. Return to processing.

<Processing when receiving a command>
FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing a command reception process of the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment. This command reception processing is the processing executed in S314 of FIG.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not it is the time when the start command is received (S321). If it is determined that the start command is being received (YES), the sub CPU 81 executes the start command reception processing described later in FIG. 23 (S322), and ends the command reception processing.

On the other hand, when the sub CPU 81 determines that it is not the time when the start command is received (NO), the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not it is the time when the winning operation command is received (S323). If it is determined that the winning operation command is being received (YES), the sub CPU 81 executes the winning operation command receiving process described later in FIG. 29 (S324), and ends the command receiving process.

When the sub CPU 81 determines in the process of S323 that it is not the time when the winning operation command is received (NO), the sub CPU 81 executes other command reception time processing (S325) and ends the command reception time processing. In this other command reception processing, for example, when the medal insertion command is received, the effect content for outputting the medal insertion sound is determined.

<Processing when receiving start command>
FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing a process at the time of receiving a start command of the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment. This start command reception processing is the processing executed in S322 of FIG.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not it is in ART1 (S401). If the sub CPU 81 determines that it is in ART1 (YES), it executes the ART1 in-process described later in FIG. 24 (S402), and ends the start command reception process. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 81 determines that it is not in ART1 (NO), it subsequently determines whether or not it is in ART2 (S403). If the sub CPU 81 determines that it is in ART2 (YES), it executes the ART2 in-process described later in FIG. 25 (S404), and ends the start command reception process.

On the other hand, when the sub CPU 81 determines that it is not in ART2 (NO), it subsequently determines whether or not it is preparing for ART (S405). When the sub CPU 81 determines that the ART is being prepared (YES), the sub CPU 81 executes the ART preparing process described later in FIG. 26 (S406), and ends the process at the time of receiving the start command. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 81 determines that the ART is not being prepared (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the ART is being won (S407).

When the sub CPU 81 determines that the ART is winning (YES), the sub CPU 81 executes the ART winning process described later in FIG. 27 (S408), and ends the process at the time of receiving the start command. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 81 determines that the ART is not winning (NO), the sub CPU 81 executes the ART transition lottery process described later in FIG. 28 (S409), and determines the production content during the normal operation based on the internal winning combination and the like. (S410), and the process at the time of receiving the start command is terminated.

<Processing during ART1>
FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the processing during ART1 of the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment. This process during ART1 is a process executed in S402 of FIG. 23.

First, the sub CPU 81 refers to the ART2 lottery table in ART1 (see (b) of FIG. 16), and executes the lottery of ART2 based on the internal winning combination (S421). Next, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the ART2 has been won (S422). If it is determined that ART2 has not been won (non-winning) (NO), the process proceeds to S424. On the other hand, when it is determined that ART2 has been won (YES), the ART2 carry-over flag is turned on (S423).

Next, the sub CPU 81 sets the ART1 middle navigation data based on the internal winning combination (S424). In this ART1 middle navigation data, when "normal rip + replay 2 + replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination, the replay 5 is not won (there is no transition (fall) to RT3), and the stop operation procedure (stop operation order). ), And when the internal winning combination related to the small winning combination is determined, the RT0 transition symbol is not displayed (the RT0 transition (falls) is not performed), and the stop operation procedure (type of symbol to be pressed) is notified. It is the data to do. Next, the sub CPU 81 determines the production content in ART1 based on the internal winning combination and the like (S425).

Next, the sub CPU 81 subtracts 1 from the ART game number counter (S426), and then determines whether or not the ART game number counter is 0 (S427). If it is determined that the ART game number counter is not 0 (NO), the processing during ART1 is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the ART game number counter is 0 (YES), it is subsequently determined whether or not the ART2 carry-over flag is ON (S428). That is, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the ART 2 has been won during the ART 1.

When the sub CPU 81 determines that the ART2 carry-over flag is on (YES), the sub-CPU 81 turns off the ART2 carry-over flag, sets ART2 winning from the next game (S429), and ends the processing during ART1. On the other hand, when it is determined that the ART2 carry-over flag is not on (off) (NO), the normal mode is set from the next game (S430), and the ART1 process is terminated.

<Processing during ART2>
FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the processing during ART2 of the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment. The process during ART2 is the process executed in S404 of FIG. 23.

First, the sub CPU 81 refers to the number of additional games lottery table in ART2 (see (e) of FIG. 16), and executes the lottery of the number of additional games based on the internal winning combination (S441). Next, the sub CPU 81 adds the ART game number counter based on the lottery result of the number of additional games (S442).

Next, the sub CPU 81 sets the ART2 middle navigation data based on the internal winning combination (S443). In this ART2 middle navigation data, when "normal rip + replay 4 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination, the replay 6 is not won (there is no transition (fall) to RT3), and the stop operation procedure (stop operation order). ), And when the internal winning combination related to the small winning combination is determined, the RT0 transition symbol is not displayed (the RT0 transition (falls) is not performed), and the stop operation procedure (type of symbol to be pressed) is notified. It is the data to do. Next, the sub CPU 81 determines the production content in ART2 based on the internal winning combination and the like (S444).

Next, the sub CPU 81 subtracts 1 from the ART game number counter (S445), and then determines whether or not the ART game number counter is 0 (S446). If it is determined that the ART game number counter is not 0 (NO), the processing during ART2 is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the ART game number counter is 0 (YES), the normal game is set from the next game (S447), and the ART2 process is terminated.

<Processing during ART preparation>
FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing an ART preparation process of the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment. This ART preparing process is a process executed in S406 of FIG.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the replay 2 is included in the internal winning combination (S451). That is, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not "normal lip + replay 2 + replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination. When it is determined that the replay 2 is included in the internal winning combination (YES), it is subsequently determined whether or not ART1 is being prepared (S452).

When the sub CPU 81 determines that ART1 is being prepared (YES), it sets the ART preparation-preparing navigation data for winning the replay 2 (S453), and proceeds to the process of S460. That is, the sub CPU 81 sets the navigation data for notifying the procedure (stop operation order) of the stop operation that shifts to ART1. On the other hand, when it is determined that ART1 is not being prepared (ART2 is being prepared) (NO), the navigation data for ART preparation that normally wins the lip is set (S454), and the process proceeds to S460. That is, the sub CPU 81 sets the navigation data for notifying the procedure (stop operation order) of the stop operation for maintaining the preparation of ART2.

When the sub CPU 81 determines in the process of S451 that the internal winning combination does not include the replay 2 (NO), it subsequently determines whether or not the internal winning combination includes the replay 4 (S455). .. That is, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not "normal lip + replay 4 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination. If it is determined that the internal winning combination includes the replay 4 (YES), it is subsequently determined whether or not ART2 is being prepared (S456).

When the sub CPU 81 determines that ART 2 is being prepared (YES), the sub CPU 81 sets the navigation data for ART preparation for winning the replay 4 (S457), and proceeds to the process of S460. That is, the sub CPU 81 sets the navigation data for notifying the procedure (stop operation order) of the stop operation that shifts to ART2. On the other hand, when it is determined that ART2 is not being prepared (ART1 is being prepared) (NO), the navigation data for ART preparation that normally wins the lip is set (S458), and the process proceeds to S460. That is, the sub CPU 81 sets the navigation data for notifying the procedure (stop operation order) of the stop operation for maintaining the preparation of ART1.

When the sub CPU 81 determines in the processing of S455 that the replay 4 is not included in the internal winning combination (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently sets the navigation data for ART preparation based on the internal winning combination (S459). ). That is, when the internal winning combination related to the small winning combination is determined, the sub CPU 81 notifies the procedure (type of symbol to be pressed) of the stop operation that does not display the RT0 transition symbol (does not shift (fall) to RT0). Set the navigation data to do.

Next, the sub CPU 81 determines the content of the effect being prepared for ART based on the internal winning combination and the like (S460), and ends the process during preparation for ART.

<Processing during ART winning>
FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the processing during ART winning of the pachislot machine in the present embodiment. This ART winning process is the process executed in S408 of FIG. 23.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the replay 1 is included in the internal winning combination (S471). That is, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not "normal lip + replay 1 + replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination. When it is determined that the replay 1 is included in the internal winning combination (YES), it is subsequently determined whether or not the ART1 winning combination is in progress (S472).

When the sub CPU 81 determines that the ART1 is winning (YES), the sub CPU 81 sets the ART winning navigation data for winning the replay 1 (S473), and proceeds to the process of S480. That is, the sub CPU 81 sets the navigation data for notifying the procedure (stop operation order) of the stop operation that shifts during the preparation of ART1. On the other hand, when it is determined that ART1 is not winning (ART2 is winning) (NO), the navigation data for ART winning that normally wins the lip is set (S474), and the process proceeds to S480. That is, the sub CPU 81 sets the navigation data for notifying the procedure (stop operation order) of the stop operation for maintaining the ART2 winning.

When the sub CPU 81 determines in the process of S471 that the internal winning combination does not include the replay 1 (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the internal winning combination includes the replay 3 (S475). .. That is, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not "normal lip + replay 3 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination. When it is determined that the replay 3 is included in the internal winning combination (YES), it is subsequently determined whether or not the ART2 winning combination is in progress (S476).

When the sub CPU 81 determines that the ART 2 is winning (YES), the sub CPU 81 sets the ART winning navigation data for winning the replay 3 (S477), and proceeds to the process of S480. That is, the sub CPU 81 sets the navigation data for notifying the procedure (stop operation order) of the stop operation that shifts during the preparation of ART2. On the other hand, when it is determined that ART2 is not winning (ART1 is winning) (NO), the navigation data for ART winning that normally wins the lip is set (S478), and the process proceeds to S480. That is, the sub CPU 81 sets the navigation data for notifying the procedure (stop operation order) of the stop operation for maintaining the ART1 winning.

When the sub CPU 81 determines in the process of S475 that the replay 3 is not included in the internal winning combination (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently sets the ART winning combination navigation data based on the internal winning combination (S479). ). That is, when the internal winning combination related to the small winning combination is determined, the sub CPU 81 notifies the procedure (type of symbol to be pressed) of the stop operation that does not display the RT0 transition symbol (does not shift (fall) to RT0). Set the navigation data to do. As described above, this navigation data may not be set when ART1 is winning and RT0. With this configuration, the number of medals to be paid out will be different between the ART1 winning and the ART2 winning, so that the playability can be varied.

Next, the sub CPU 81 determines the content of the effect during the ART winning based on the internal winning combination or the like (S480), and ends the ART winning process.

<ART transition lottery processing>
FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing an ART transition lottery process for the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment. This ART transition lottery process is a process executed in S409 of FIG. 23, and is a process executed during the ART non-winning process.

First, the sub CPU 81 refers to the ART2 lottery table (see (c) of FIG. 16) during normal operation, and executes the lottery of ART2 based on the internal winning combination (S491). Next, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the ART2 has been won (S492). If it is determined that the ART2 has been won (YES), the ART2 winning is set from the next game (S493), and the ART transition lottery process is completed.

On the other hand, when it is determined that ART2 has not been won (non-winning) (NO), subsequently, the normal ART1 lottery table (see (a) in FIG. 16) is referred to, and based on the internal winning combination. The lottery of ART1 is executed (S494). Next, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the ART1 has been won (S495). If it is determined that the ART1 has been won (YES), the ART1 winning is set from the next game (S496), and the ART transition lottery process is completed. Also, when it is determined that ART1 has not been won (non-winning) (NO), the ART transition lottery process is terminated.

<Processing when receiving a winning operation command>
FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing a process at the time of receiving a winning operation command of the pachislot machine according to the present embodiment. The processing at the time of receiving the winning operation command is the processing executed in S324 of FIG.

First, the sub CPU 81 determines whether or not the replay 1 has been won (S501). When the sub CPU 81 determines that the replay 1 has been won (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the ART1 is winning (S502). If the sub CPU 81 determines that ART1 is winning (YES), it sets ART1 preparation from the next game (S503), and ends the processing at the time of receiving the winning operation command. Also, when it is determined that ART1 is not winning (NO), the processing at the time of receiving the winning operation command is terminated.

When the sub CPU 81 determines in the process of S501 that the replay 1 has not been won (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the replay 3 has been won (S504). When the sub CPU 81 determines that the replay 3 has been won (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the ART2 is winning (S505). When the sub CPU 81 determines that ART2 is winning (YES), it sets ART2 preparation from the next game (S506), and ends the processing at the time of receiving the winning operation command. Also, when it is determined that ART2 is not winning (NO), the processing at the time of receiving the winning operation command is terminated.

When the sub CPU 81 determines in the process of S504 that the replay 3 has not been won (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the replay 2 has been won (S507). When the sub CPU 81 determines that the replay 2 has been won (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not ART1 is being prepared (S508). When the sub CPU 81 determines that ART1 is being prepared (YES), it sets ART1 from the next game (S509), sets 50 in the ART game number counter (S510), and processes when receiving a winning operation command. To finish. Also, when it is determined that ART1 is not being prepared (NO), the processing at the time of receiving the winning operation command is terminated.

If the sub CPU 81 determines in the process of S507 that the replay 2 has not been won (NO), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not the replay 4 has been won (S511). When the sub CPU 81 determines that the replay 4 has been won (YES), the sub CPU 81 subsequently determines whether or not ART2 is being prepared (S512). If the sub CPU 81 determines that ART2 is being prepared (YES), it sets ART2 from the next game (S513), and refers to the ART2 middle initial game number lottery table (see (d) in FIG. 16). , The lottery of the initial number of games is executed based on the set value (S514). Next, the sub CPU 81 adds an ART game number counter based on the lottery result of the initial game number (S515), and ends the processing at the time of receiving the winning operation command.

Further, when the sub CPU 81 determines that the replay 4 has not been won in the processing of S511 (NO), and also when it is determined that ART2 is not being prepared in the processing of S512 (NO), when the winning operation command is received. End the process.

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Next, an example of the production of the pachislot machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 30 is a diagram showing an example of the effect of the pachislot machine at the time of ART1 transition and ART2 transition in the present embodiment. In FIG. 30, ART1 in the present embodiment will be described as “ART BONUS”, and ART2 in the present embodiment will be described as “ART CHANCE”.

From the left, the upper part of FIG. 30 shows an example of the effect of the liquid crystal display device 11 when ART1 is being won, when ART1 is being prepared, and when ART1 is in progress, and each RT game state is shown. Shown.

That is, when the ART1 is won during normal times (when the ART is not won), the characters "ART BONUS hit!" And an image indicating that the ART1 is won are displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11, so that the winning state of the ART1 is displayed. Is notified.

In addition, when the transition from winning ART1 to preparing for ART1 is performed, the characters "ART BONUS are being prepared" and an image indicating that ART1 is being prepared are displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11, indicating that ART1 is being prepared. Is notified.

Further, when the transition from the preparation for ART1 to the middle of ART1 is performed, the character "ART BONUS in progress" and an image indicating that ART1 is in progress are displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11 to notify that the ART1 is in the operating state. Will be done.

Here, the image on the left side of the upper part of FIG. 30 is supposed to be displayed in the case of ART1 winning and in the RT0 gaming state (RT0), but is not limited to this, for example, in ART1 winning. If so, it may be displayed in the RT3 gaming state (RT3), or may be displayed from the time when the RT3 gaming state (RT3) is changed to the RT0 gaming state (RT0).

Further, from the left, the lower part of FIG. 30 shows an example of the effect of the liquid crystal display device 11 when ART2 is winning, when ART2 is being prepared, and when ART2 is in progress, and each RT game is shown. Indicates the state.

That is, when the ART2 is hit during normal times (when the ART is not won), the character "ART CHANCE hit!" And an image indicating that the ART2 is hit are displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11, so that the winning state of the ART2 is displayed. Is notified.

Further, when the transition from winning ART2 to preparing for ART2 is performed, the character "ART CHANGE is being prepared" and an image indicating that ART2 is being prepared are displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11, indicating that ART2 is being prepared. Is notified.

Further, when the transition from the preparation for ART2 to the middle of ART2 is performed, an image indicating that ART2 is in progress is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11 together with the characters "ART CHANCE in progress" to notify that the ART2 is in the operating state. Will be done.

Here, the image on the left side of the lower part of FIG. 30 is supposed to be displayed in the case of the ART2 winning state and the RT3 gaming state (RT3), but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the ART2 winning state. If this is the case, it may be displayed in the RT0 gaming state (RT0), or it may be displayed after the transition from the RT0 gaming state (RT0) to the RT3 gaming state (RT3).

In FIG. 30, a shaded image is displayed as an example of an image relating to the winning state of ART1, the preparing state of ART1, and the operating state of ART1, and the winning state of ART2, the preparing state of ART2, and the operating state of ART2 are displayed. As an example of an image relating to the operating state of ART2, a plain image is to be displayed, but the present invention is not limited to this. That is, different images may be displayed depending on the winning state of ART1, the prepared state of ART1 and the operating state of ART1, and the winning state of ART2, the prepared state of ART2 and the operating state of ART2, for example, different background images or different. The character may be displayed.

Further, different images may be displayed depending on the winning state of ART1 and the winning state of ART2, and in other states, only the above-mentioned characters may be displayed differently and the same image may be displayed. Further, different images may be displayed in the prepared state of ART1 and the prepared state of ART2, and in other states, only the above-mentioned characters may be displayed differently and the same image may be displayed. Further, different images may be displayed depending on the operating state of ART1 and the operating state of ART2, and in other states, only the above-mentioned characters may be displayed differently and the same image may be displayed.

Further, in conjunction with or independently of the above-mentioned character display and / or the above-mentioned image display, the light emitting mode of the lamp group 21, the sound output mode of the speakers 20L and 20R, or the movable unit 105- By differentiating the operation mode of 107, the winning state of ART1, the preparing state of ART1 and the operating state of ART1 may be notified, and the winning state of ART2, the preparing state of ART2, and the operating state of ART2 may be notified.

For example, when ART1 is winning or ART2 is winning, the movable part 309 of the central movable unit 105 is moved from the initial position to the effect position, and then, if ART1 is winning, the left door 188 of the left movable unit 106 is used. If the ART2 is in the winning state, the right door 189 of the right movable unit 107 is rotated to notify which ART is in the winning state. Then, if ART1 is winning (or ART2 is winning), the light emitting display unit 325 is lit in one stage, and if ART1 is being prepared (or ART2 is being prepared), the light emitting display unit 325 is lit in two stages. If it is during ART1 (or during ART2), the winning state, the ready state, and the operating state of each ART may be notified by lighting and displaying the light emitting display unit 325 in three stages.

As described above, the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment has a first probability (for example, 8980/65536) in which the winning probability of a plurality of replay combinations (for example, small combination / replay data pointers 1 to 5) is relatively low. The first game state (for example, RT0, RT3) and the second game state (for example, RT2, RT4) in which the winning probability of the plurality of replay combinations is relatively high (for example, 54613/65536). ), And a third gaming state (for example, RT1) different from the first gaming state and the second gaming state, and the first condition is satisfied (for example, winning ART1) in the first gaming state. , The notification of the first transition procedure (for example, the procedure of the stop operation of shifting from normal to ART1 preparation to ART1) is started, and the second condition is satisfied in the first gaming state (for example, When ART2 is won), the transition procedure notification means (for example, the liquid crystal display device 11) that starts the notification of the second transition procedure (for example, the procedure of the stop operation for shifting to ART2 from the normal state through the preparation of ART2). In the first game state, the sub-control circuit 42) for controlling the above and the first transition procedure display the combination of the first symbols (for example, the combination of the symbols related to the replay 1) and shift to the third game state. (For example, when "normal rip + replay 1 + replay 5" is determined as an internal winning combination, the procedure of the stop operation in which replay 1 wins a prize) and the second symbol in the third game state. (For example, a combination of symbols related to Replay 2) is displayed and a procedure for shifting to the second gaming state (for example, "normal rip + replay 2 + replay 5" is determined as an internal winning combination, replay 2 Is a stop operation procedure for winning a prize), and the first advantageous state control means (for example, sub-control) for controlling the first advantageous state (for example, during ART1) by being notified of the first transition procedure. The circuit 42) and the second transition procedure are procedures for displaying a combination of third symbols (for example, a combination of symbols related to replay 3) in the first game state and shifting to the third game state (for example,). When "normal lip + replay 3 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination, the procedure of the stop operation in which the replay 3 wins a prize) and the combination of the fourth symbols in the third game state (for example, When the procedure for displaying the combination of symbols related to replay 4) and shifting to the second gaming state (for example, "normal lip + replay 4 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination. The second advantageous state control means (for example, during ART2) is controlled to the second advantageous state (for example, during ART2) by notifying the second transition procedure, which is the procedure of the stop operation in which the replay 4 wins a prize. For example, when the sub-control circuit 42) and the first transition procedure are notified to shift from the first gaming state to the third gaming state, the preparation state of the first advantageous state (in the third gaming state) ( For example, when the player is notified that the ART1 is in the ready state) and the second transition procedure is notified, and the transition from the first game state to the third game state is performed, the second advantage is obtained in the third game state. It includes a state notification means (for example, a sub-control circuit 42 that controls the liquid crystal display device 11) for notifying that the state is in the ready state (for example, the ready state of ART2).

Further, in the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, in the first transition procedure, the procedure of not displaying the combination of the third symbols in the first game state (for example, "normal lip + replay 3 + replay 6" is an internal winning combination. (For example, "normal lip + replay 4 + replay 6" is an internal winning procedure) in which the combination of the fourth symbols is not displayed in the third game state and the procedure of the stop operation in which the replay 3 is not won. The procedure of the stop operation in which the replay 4 is not won when the winning combination is determined), and the second transition procedure is the procedure in which the combination of the first symbols is not displayed in the first game state (for example, "normal rip". + Replay 1 + Replay 5 "is determined as the internal winning combination, the procedure of the stop operation that does not win the replay 1), and the procedure that does not display the combination of the second symbol in the third game state (for example," normal " When "Rip + Replay 2 + Replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination, the procedure of the stop operation for not winning the replay 2), and the state notification means is the third by being notified of the first transition procedure. When the game state is changed to the second game state, the state of the first advantageous state (for example, the operating state of ART1) is notified in the second game state, and the second transition procedure is notified. When the state shifts from the third gaming state to the second gaming state, the second advantageous state (for example, the operating state of ART1) is notified in the second gaming state.

According to the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the first condition is satisfied (for example, winning ART1), the first transition procedure is notified and controlled to the first advantageous state (for example, during ART1). When the second condition is satisfied (for example, winning ART2), the second transition procedure is notified and controlled to the second advantageous state (for example, during ART2), thereby performing the third gaming state (for example, RT1). Is made possible to function as both a preparation state of the first advantageous state (for example, in preparation for ART1) and a preparation state of the second advantageous state (for example, in preparation for ART2), so that the variety of games is increased. While ensuring, it is possible to unnecessarily increase the ready state in an advantageous state and prevent the storage capacity from being squeezed.

Further, in the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the second gaming state is the first high-probability gaming state (for example, RT2) in which the second gaming state shifts from the third gaming state based on the display of the combination of the second symbols. , There is a second high-probability gaming state (for example, RT4) that shifts from the third gaming state based on the display of the combination of the fourth symbols, which is different from the first high-probability gaming state, and the first high. The winning probabilities of the plurality of replay combinations in the stochastic gaming state and the second high-probability gaming state are the same with the second probability.

Further, in the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the first low-probability game when the first game state shifts from the first game state to the third game state based on the combination of the first symbols being displayed. A second low-probability game in which a state (for example, RT0) and a third symbol combination different from the first low-probability state are displayed to shift from the first game state to the third game state. There is a state (for example, RT3), and the winning probabilities of the plurality of replay combinations in the first low-probability gaming state and the second low-probability gaming state are the same with the first probability.

According to the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the first advantageous state or the first advantageous state or while reducing the amount of information stored in the predetermined storage area (for example, the main ROM 52) of the main control circuit (for example, the main control circuit 41). The first gaming states of the transition source (for example, RT0 and RT3) or the second gaming states of the transition destination (for example, RT2 and RT4) are different depending on which of the second advantageous states is controlled. Since it can be recognized as a gaming state, for example, even when it is desired to make the lottery probability of the effect (for example, "lock") on the main control circuit side different, a predetermined memory of the main control circuit is stored. It is possible to prevent the amount of information stored in the area from unnecessarily increasing.

[Modified example of this embodiment]
Next, a modified example of this embodiment will be described. In the present embodiment, the sub control circuit 42 (mainly the sub CPU 81) constitutes the transition procedure notification means, the first advantageous state control means, and the second advantageous state control means (see FIGS. 20 to 29). However, these means can also be realized by the main control circuit 41 (mainly the main CPU 51). That is, in this modification, the occurrence of advantageous states (first advantageous state and second advantageous state) (for example, ART transition lottery) and the transition of advantageous states (first advantageous state and second advantageous state) (for example, By notifying the procedure of the stop operation, the transition control from the winning ART to the ART during the preparation for ART) and the end of the advantageous state (first advantageous state and second advantageous state) (for example, the number of ART games). The case where the management of the ART termination control) is performed by the main control process by not notifying the procedure of the stop operation will be described.

First, in the main control circuit 41, in the main side effect lottery process (S15 in FIG. 18), whether or not the first condition is satisfied (winning ART1) and the second condition is satisfied (winning ART2). Whether or not it is decided by lottery. In this case, the main control circuit 41 performs lottery by referring to the lottery tables shown in FIGS. 16A and 16C, for example. When the first condition is satisfied (winning ART1), the main control circuit 41 shifts the state of playing the game from the non-winning ART to the winning ART1. Further, when the second condition is satisfied (winning ART2), the main control circuit 41 shifts the state of playing the game from the non-winning ART to the winning ART2.

Further, when the establishment of the first condition (winning of ART1) is determined (shifting to the winning of ART1), the main control circuit 41 starts notifying the first transition procedure and sets the second condition. When the establishment (the winning of ART2) is determined (the transition is made during the winning of ART2), the notification of the second transition procedure is started. In this case, the main control circuit 41 displays, for example, the procedure of the stop operation according to the first transition procedure or the procedure of the stop operation according to the second transition procedure on the 7-segment display 6, thereby performing the transition procedure. Is notified. Specifically, the 7-segment display 6 is formed so as to have a plurality of display areas (for example, three display areas), and the corresponding display area is displayed as a predetermined display according to the procedure of the stop operation to be notified. It is lit in a mode (for example, when notifying that the right reel 3R should be first stopped, "1" is displayed in the rightmost display area). It should be noted that the notification of the above transition procedure indicates whether the type of advantageous state (that is, the winning ART1 and the first transition procedure is notified) in the main side effect execution process (S19 in FIG. 18). Whether ART2 has been hit and the second transition procedure has been notified) and the state in which the current game is being performed (that is, ART1 has been won, ART2 has been won, ART1 is being prepared, or ART2 is being prepared. Is it) and the internal winning combination, an appropriate display mode is selected and executed.

For example, as described above, when ART1 is being prepared and RT1 is set, if "normal lip + replay 2 + replay 5" is determined as an internal winning combination, "replay 2" will win a prize. (The fact that the right reel 3R should be stopped first) is notified by the display mode of the 7-segment display 6 (for example, "1" is displayed in the rightmost display area), and "normal lip + replay 4 + replay 6" is notified. When "" is determined as the internal winning combination, the stop operation order in which the "normal lip" wins (meaning that the middle reel 3C should be first stopped) is the display mode of the 7-segment display 6 (for example, "1" is displayed in the central display area).

Further, the main control circuit 41 shifts to the first advantageous state (during ART1) when the first transition procedure is notified and the stop operation is performed according to the transition procedure notified by the player, and the first advantage The first advantageous state is controlled until the end condition of the state is satisfied (for example, the unit game for one ART game is digested). Further, when the second transition procedure is notified and the stop operation is performed according to the transition procedure notified by the player, the player shifts to the second advantageous state (during ART2) and the end condition of the second advantageous state is satisfied. (For example, the unit game for the number of ART2 games is consumed) until the second advantageous state is controlled.

Further, when the internal winning combination related to the replay is determined in the advantageous state (first advantageous state and second advantageous state), the main control circuit 41 determines the display mode of the 7-segment display 6 as described above. , Notify the procedure of the stop operation (stop operation order) so as not to shift (fall) to RT3 (replay 5 or replay 6 does not win). Further, when the internal winning combination related to the small winning combination is determined, the display mode of the 7-segment display 6 (for example, when "small winning combination 2" is determined as the internal winning combination, the central display area is displayed. Display "R" (Red = suggests "Red 7"), and if "Small role 3" is determined as the internal winning combination, "B" (Blue = "Blue 7") in the center display area. By displaying (suggesting), and when "small winning combination 4" is determined as the internal winning combination, displaying "Y" (indicating Yellow = "yellow 7") in the central display area) The procedure of the stop operation (type of symbol to be pressed) is notified so as not to shift (fall) to RT0 (RT0 transition symbol is not displayed).

As described above, in this modification, the occurrence of the advantageous state (first advantageous state and the second advantageous state) (for example, the transition lottery of ART) and the transition of the advantageous state (first advantageous state and second advantageous state) ( For example, the transition control from the winning ART to the ART during the preparation of the ART by notifying the procedure of the stop operation, and the end of the advantageous state (first advantageous state and second advantageous state) (for example, ART). As the number of games is exhausted, the main control circuit 41 manages the ART end control by not notifying the stop operation procedure, so that the sub control circuit (for example, sub control) is managed by an illegal means. It is possible to appropriately prevent fraudulent acts committed by modifying the circuit 42).

In this modification, in the configuration of the present invention, the transition procedure notification means, the first advantageous state control means, and the second advantageous state control means are controlled by the main control circuit 41 and the main control circuit 41 in a 7-segment display. Although it has been described that it is composed of the display 6, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the state notification means may also be composed of the main control circuit 41 and the 7-segment display 6 controlled by the main control circuit 41.

Also in this case, the display mode may be selected based on the type of the winning advantageous state, the current state of playing the game, and the internal winning combination. For example, if ART1 is won, "1" is displayed in the leftmost display area of the 7-segment display 6 and "1" is displayed in the central display area of the 7-segment display 6. If ART1 is being prepared, "1" is displayed in the leftmost display area of the 7-segment display 6 and "2" is displayed in the central display area of the 7-segment display 6. Further, during ART1, "1" is displayed in the leftmost display area of the 7-segment display 6 and "3" is displayed in the central display area of the 7-segment display 6. Further, for example, in the case of winning ART2, "2" is displayed in the leftmost display area of the 7-segment display 6 and "1" is displayed in the central display area of the 7-segment display 6. If ART2 is being prepared, "2" is displayed in the leftmost display area of the 7-segment display 6 and "2" is displayed in the central display area of the 7-segment display 6. Further, during ART2, "2" is displayed in the leftmost display area of the 7-segment display 6 and "3" is displayed in the central display area of the 7-segment display 6. That is, the type of the winning advantageous state is notified by the display mode of the leftmost display area of the 7-segment display 6, and the state in which the current game is performed including this notification is notified by the 7-segment display 6. Notify according to the display mode of the central display area. Here, when the stop operation procedure is notified according to the internal winning combination, these notifications are interrupted and the stop operation procedure is controlled to be notified as described above.

By configuring in this way, the preparatory state of the advantageous state is unnecessarily increased to prevent the storage capacity from being compressed, and by using the vacant storage area, the winning state of the advantageous state is used. , The state related to the ready state of the advantageous state and the operating state of the advantageous state (that is, the advantageous state) can be appropriately notified by the control of the main control circuit 41, and the notification during the advantageous state can also be notified in the main control circuit 41. Can be done properly.

Further, in this modification, the notification of the stop operation procedure is performed by the 7-segment display 6 controlled by the main control circuit 41, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the 7-segment display 6 which is the main control notification means controlled by the main control circuit 41 and the liquid crystal display device 11 (controlled by other sub control circuits 42) which is the sub control notification means controlled by the sub control circuit 42. The speaker 20L, 20R, the lamp group 21 and the like) may cooperate with each other to notify the procedure of the stop operation. That is, regarding the procedure of the stop operation, the notification by the sub control processing may be executed together with the notification by the main control processing.

In this case, the main control circuit 41 generates and stores the start command (S17 in FIG. 18) so that the information according to the current game state is transmitted to the sub control circuit 42. Specifically, when the ART is not winning, the internal winning combination (winning numbers "2" to "5") related to the predetermined replay or the internal winning combination related to the predetermined small winning combination ("small winning combination 2"). ~ "Small winning combination 7") is determined, only the information (grouping information) indicating that the internal winning combination related to the predetermined replay or the internal winning combination related to the predetermined small combination is determined is stored. However, the information (individual information) indicating which of the internal winning combination related to the predetermined replay or the internal winning combination related to the predetermined small winning combination has been determined and the procedure of the stop operation should not be stored. Generate a start command.

On the other hand, the main control circuit 41 is in the case of ART winning (ART1 winning and ART2 winning), and when the internal winning combination (winning numbers "2" to "5") related to the predetermined replay is determined. Generates a start command so that individual information is stored. For example, in the case of ART1 winning, if "normal rip + replay 1 + replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination, that fact and the procedure of the stop operation in which replay 1 will win are individual information. When "normal rip + replay 3 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination, that fact and the procedure of the stop operation in which the normal rip will win are stored as individual information. Further, for example, in the case of winning ART2, if "normal lip + replay 3 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination, that fact and the procedure of the stop operation in which the replay 3 wins are described. It is stored as individual information, and if "normal rip + replay 1 + replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination, that fact and the procedure of the stop operation in which the normal rip will win are stored as individual information. ..

Further, for example, when ART1 is being prepared and "normal lip + replay 2 + replay 5" is determined as an internal winning combination, that fact and the procedure of the stop operation in which the replay 2 wins a prize are described. It is stored as individual information, and if "normal rip + replay 4 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination, that fact and the procedure of the stop operation in which the normal rip will win are stored as individual information. .. In addition, for example, when ART2 is being prepared and "normal lip + replay 2 + replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination, that fact and the procedure of the stop operation in which the replay 2 wins are described. It is stored as individual information, and if "normal rip + replay 4 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination, that fact and the procedure of the stop operation in which the normal rip will win are stored as individual information. ..

Further, for example, in the case of ART1, if "normal lip + replay 2 + replay 5" is determined as the internal winning combination, that fact and the stop operation in which the replay 2 or the normal lip wins a prize. If the procedure is stored as individual information and "normal rip + replay 4 + replay 6" is determined as the internal winning combination when ART2 is in progress, that fact and replay 4 or normal rip will win a prize. The procedure of the stop operation is stored as individual information. In addition, for example, when an internal winning combination (“small combination 2” to “small combination 7”) related to a predetermined small combination is determined during ART (in ART1 and ART2), that fact and the winning combination The procedure of the stop operation in which the internal winning combination related to the predetermined small winning combination is won is stored as individual information.

Then, when the start command transmitted from the main control circuit 41 includes individual information, the sub control circuit 42 controls the liquid crystal display device 11 to notify the procedure of the stop operation according to the individual information. When the start command transmitted from the main control circuit 41 does not include individual information, control is performed so as not to notify the procedure of the stop operation according to the individual information.

The data structure of the grouping information and the individual information can be set as appropriate, but in this modification, as an example, a method of transmitting the data ID (identification number) to the sub-control circuit 42 can be mentioned. .. Here, the data ID shown below indicates a hexadecimal number. For example, the grouping information of the internal winning combination related to the predetermined replay is defined as the data ID "40H", and the grouping information of the internal winning combination related to the predetermined small combination is defined as the data ID "80H".

Further, for example, when the individual information of the internal winning combination related to the predetermined replay is the winning number "2" and the left reel 3L should be first stopped, the data ID "03H" is specified. The data ID "05H" is specified when the reel 3C should be first stopped, and the data ID "09H" is specified when the right reel 3R should be first stopped. Further, when the winning number is "3" and the left reel 3L should be first stopped, the data ID "06H" is specified, and when the middle reel 3C should be first stopped, the data ID is specified. When "0AH" is specified and the right reel 3R should be first stopped, the data ID "12H" is specified. Further, when the winning number is "4" and the left reel 3L should be first stopped, the data ID "0CH" is specified, and when the middle reel 3C should be first stopped, the data ID is specified. “14H” is specified, and when the right reel 3R should be first stopped, the data ID “24H” is specified. Further, when the winning number is "5" and the left reel 3L should be first stopped, the data ID "18H" is specified, and when the middle reel 3C should be first stopped, the data ID is specified. "28H" is specified, and when the right reel 3R should be first stopped, the data ID "48H" is specified. In addition, in the case of ART1 and the winning number "3", as described above, the middle reel 3C or the right reel 3R may be first stopped, so that the data ID "1AH" different from the above is used. Also, in the case of ART2 and the winning number "5", as described above, the middle reel 3C or the right reel 3R may be first stopped, so that the data ID " 1CH ”is specified.

Here, for example, the individual information including the stop operation order can be configured by combining the grouping information and the stop operation order information. Specifically, regardless of the winning numbers "2" to "5", if the left reel 3L should be first stopped, the data ID "41H" is specified and the middle reel 3C is set. When the first stop operation should be performed, the data ID "42H" is specified, and when the right reel 3R should be the first stop operation, the data ID "44H" is specified, and the left reel 3L or the middle reel 3C is set. When the first stop operation should be performed, the data ID "43H" is specified, and when the left reel 3L or the right reel 3R should be the first stop operation, the data ID "45H" is specified, and the middle reel 3C or When the right reel 3R should be first stopped, the data ID "46H" may be specified, and when any stop operation order may be used, the data ID "47H" may be specified. Even in such a configuration, the sub control circuit 42 can notify the procedure of the stop operation in cooperation with the main control circuit 41.

Further, for example, the individual information of the internal winning combination related to the predetermined small winning combination is defined as the data ID "81H" when the winning number is "7", and the data is defined when the winning number is "8". The ID "82H" is specified, and if the winning number is "9", the data ID "84H" is specified, and if the winning number is "10", the data ID "88H" is specified and the winning number. If it is "11", the data ID "90H" is specified, and if it is the winning number "12", the data ID "A0H" is specified.

Here, for example, the individual information including the stop operation timing (type of symbol to be pressed) may be configured by combining the grouping information and the information of the stop operation timing (type of symbol to be pressed). it can. Specifically, when the winning number is "7", the data ID is defined as "10100000B" (90H). Here, bits 0 to 4 indicate the correct answer position, bit 5 indicates that the middle reel 3C needs to be pressed (the stop operation needs to be performed at an appropriate stop operation timing), and bit 6 indicates the correct position. , Indicates that the right reel 3R needs to be pressed, and the bit 7 indicates grouping information of the internal winning combination related to the predetermined small combination. For example, in the case of the winning number "12", by defining the data ID as "11001101B" (CDH), individual information indicating that the symbol position data of the correct answer position is "14" for the right reel 3R. Will be transmitted to the sub-control circuit 42.

As described above, in the present modification, in the main control circuit 41, the state in which the game is performed is the winning state of the advantageous state (for example, during the winning of ART), the preparing state of the advantageous state (for example, preparing for ART), or the advantageous state. In the case of a non-winning state (for example, during ART non-winning) in an advantageous state that is neither of the operating states (for example, during ART), the degree of advantage of the player changes depending on the procedure of the stop operation. When the internal winning combination (for example, winning numbers "2" to "5" or winning numbers "7" to "12") is internally won, the sub-control notification means (for example, for example) is sent to the sub-control circuit 42. The state in which the non-notifying information (for example, the grouping information described above) that makes it impossible to notify the procedure of the stop operation by the liquid crystal display device 11) is transmitted and the game is performed is the winning state in the advantageous state, the preparation state in the advantageous state, Alternatively, in the case of any of the operating states in the advantageous state, when the above-mentioned predetermined internal winning combination is the internal winning combination, the sub-control notification means (for example, the liquid crystal display device 11) is sent to the sub-control circuit 42. ), Which enables notification of the stop operation procedure (for example, the above-mentioned individual information) is transmitted according to the state in which the game is performed, and the sub-control circuit 42 receives the above-mentioned notification-enabled information. Based on this, the procedure of the stop operation is notified. With this configuration, the sub-control circuit 42 side cannot recognize the procedure of the stop operation that is advantageous (or disadvantageous) for the player in the non-winning state in the advantageous state. Even if some kind of fraudulent activity is performed on the control circuit 42, it is possible to prevent the profit from being illegally given by the fraudulent activity.

In this modification, the non-notifying information includes grouping information (that is, internal winning combinations that play the same or similar roles among a plurality of internal winning combinations (for example, winning numbers "7" to "12"). The small role was explained by taking as an example information) that can identify a group of predetermined internal winning roles) that play a role in differentiating the profits given depending on whether or not the operating state is in an advantageous state. It is not limited, and for example, common information which is information that cannot specify the determined internal winning combination may be adopted as the non-notifying information, and the type of the determined internal winning combination (for example, the internal winning combination) may be adopted. The type information which is the information which can identify (whether the combination is a replay, a small combination, or a bonus) may be adopted. Further, as the informable information, only the stop operation procedure information (for example, the above-mentioned stop operation sequence information and the stop operation timing (type of symbol to be pressed) information) that can specify the stop operation procedure is adopted. This may be the case, and the winning information (for example, the information of the winning number) that can identify the internal winning combination may be adopted.

That is, in this modification, the main control circuit 41 can identify a group of internal winning combinations (predetermined internal winning combination group) as non-notifying information to the sub-control circuit 42 (for example, grouping information). , Information that cannot identify the internal winning combination (for example, common information) or information that can identify the type of the internal winning combination (for example, type information) can be transmitted and notified. As information, information that can identify the procedure of the stop operation (for example, stop operation procedure information), information that can specify the internal winning combination (for example, winning information), or information that can identify the internal winning combination and the procedure of the stop operation. (For example, individual information) is configured to be transmittable.

As a result, in the sub-control circuit 42, the case where the group of the internal winning combination (predetermined internal winning combination group) can be specified, the case where the internal winning combination cannot be specified at all, the case where the type of the internal winning combination can be specified, and the case where it is predetermined. There are cases where the procedure of the stop operation can be specified, the case where the internal winning combination can be specified, and the case where the predetermined stop operation procedure and the internal winning combination can be specified. Therefore, the specifications of the pachislot machine (for example, RT) Appropriate information according to the design of the game state, the design of which stop operation procedure is advantageous to the player for each internal winning combination, etc.) can be transmitted from the main control circuit 41 to the sub control circuit 42.

Further, in the present modification, when the main control circuit 41 transmits the unreportable information to the sub control circuit 42, when all the stop operations are completed (or at a specific timing after that), The information that can be notified (for example, the above-mentioned winning information) may be notified to the sub-control circuit 42. With this configuration, even when the main control circuit 41 transmits unreportable information, the sub-control circuit 42 has a predetermined process based on the internal winning combination in the unit game (for example, the internal winning combination). Based on the result of comparison with the winning combination, it is possible to execute a process of determining whether or not an illegal (or abnormal) winning has occurred).

Further, in this modification, as a mode of transmitting information in which the internal winning combination cannot be specified, a mode of transmitting common information is described as an example, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, It is also possible to adopt a mode in which the start command is transmitted in a mode in which the non-notifying information itself is not included. In this case, the amount of information on the start command can be reduced. Further, the mode in which the start command is not transmitted may be adopted. In this case, the control load of the main control process can be reduced.

Further, in the present modification, when the non-winning state of the advantageous state (for example, during the non-winning of ART), any of the above-mentioned information is transmitted as non-notifying information, but the non-winning state of the advantageous state Dividing the winning state into a plurality of non-winning states (for example, a first non-winning state and a second non-winning state), and different types of information to be transmitted depending on which non-winning state is used. May be.

For example, in the first non-winning state in which the advantageous state transition lottery (transition lottery to ART1 or ART2) is performed, in order to execute an effect that raises expectations (that is, to determine the effect content), the inside When information that can identify the winning combination group (predetermined internal winning combination group) is transmitted and a specific condition is satisfied (for example, in the first non-winning state, the internal winning combination related to the predetermined replay is determined). In addition, the transition lottery (shift lottery to ART1 or ART2) in an advantageous state, which shifts based on the first stop operation for reels other than the left reel 3L, that is, the penalty operation is performed) is not performed. In the second non-winning state, information that cannot identify the internal winning combination may be transmitted.

Further, the type of information to be transmitted may be determined by lottery according to which of the above-mentioned non-winning states. For example, in the first non-winning state in which the frequency of the effect suggesting the internal winning combination is relatively high, information that can identify the group of the internal winning combination (predetermined internal winning combination group) is determined. In the second non-winning state, where the probability is high, the probability that information that cannot identify the internal winning combination is determined is set low, and the frequency of the production suggesting the internal winning combination is relatively low, the internal winning combination is set. It is also possible to set a low probability that information that can identify a combination group (a predetermined internal winning combination group) is determined, and a high probability that information that cannot identify an internal winning combination is determined.

With this configuration, the content and frequency of notification by the sub-control notification means, which is originally managed by the control of the sub-control circuit 42, can be indirectly managed by the control of the main control circuit 41.

Further, in the present modification, the main control circuit 41 has a predetermined internal winning combination (for example, an internal winning related to a predetermined replay) in which the degree of advantage of the player changes depending on the procedure of the stop operation with respect to the sub control circuit 42. The case where the unreportable information or the informable information is selected and transmitted for the winning combination or the internal winning combination related to the predetermined small winning combination) is described, but the procedure of the stop operation other than the predetermined internal winning combination is used. As for the normal internal winning combination (for example, the winning numbers "1", "6", "13" to "16") in which the degree of advantage of the player does not change, the information that cannot be notified is the same as the predetermined internal winning combination. , Or the broadcastable information may be selected and transmitted. Further, as for the normal internal winning combination, the broadcastable information may be transmitted regardless of which state the game is played in. That is, the mode for transmitting the information about the normal internal winning combination can be set separately from the mode for transmitting the information about the predetermined internal winning combination, and can be arbitrarily set.

In this modification, as described above, the main control notification means controlled by the main control circuit 41 (for example, the 7-segment display 6) and the sub control notification means controlled by the sub control circuit 42 (for example). , The liquid crystal display device 11) and the liquid crystal display device 11) have been described to notify the procedure of the stop operation, but each notification start timing shall include all of the following aspects.

The first aspect is a mode in which the notification by the main control notification means and the notification by the sub control notification means are started substantially at the same time. For example, the main control circuit 41 determines the internal winning combination based on the detection of the start operation (see S14 in FIG. 18), and based on the determined internal winning combination, notifies the main control notification means. It is determined (see S15 in FIG. 18), and the notification by the main control notification means is started based on the determined notification content. On the other hand, in the sub control circuit 42, a start command including individual information is generated and stored by the main control circuit 41 (see S17 in FIG. 18), and this start command is transmitted (see S104 in FIG. 19), and the start command is transmitted. Is received, the content of the notification of the sub-control notification means according to the individual information is determined, and the notification by the sub-control notification means is started. In this first aspect, it is assumed that each notification start timing is before the detection of the stop operation is permitted.

In this first aspect, in order to synchronize the notification start timings of the notification by the main control notification means and the notification by the sub control notification means, for example, after the main control circuit 41 transmits the start command, It may be possible to wait until the sub-control circuit 42 starts the notification by the sub-control notification means, and then start the notification by the main control notification means, or the timing for starting the notification by the main control notification means is predetermined. The start command may be transmitted so that the timing and the timing at which the notification by the sub-control notification means is started are synchronized with each other. Further, for example, each notification start timing is synchronized with each reel rotation start time (the main control circuit 41 side is when the reel rotation start command is transmitted, and the sub control circuit 42 side is when the reel rotation start command is received). May be.

According to this first aspect, even when the procedure of the stop operation is notified by the main control notification means and the sub control notification means, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

The second aspect is a mode in which the notification by the sub-control notification means is started earlier than the notification by the main control notification means. For example, the main control circuit 41 determines the internal winning combination based on the detection of the start operation (see S14 in FIG. 18), and based on the determined internal winning combination, notifies the main control notification means. Determine (see S15 in FIG. 18). On the other hand, in the sub control circuit 42, a start command including individual information is generated and stored by the main control circuit 41 (see S17 in FIG. 18), and this start command is transmitted (see S104 in FIG. 19), and the start command is transmitted. Is received, the notification content of the sub-control notification means according to the individual information is determined, and the notification by the sub-control notification means is started based on the reception of the reel rotation start command described above. After that, the main control circuit 41 starts the notification by the main control notification means based on the permission to detect the stop operation.

According to this second aspect, the notification by the sub-control notification means, which is easy for the player to perceive, is started earlier than the notification by the main control notification means, which is difficult for the player to perceive. Convenience can be improved.

In the third aspect, the notification by the main control notification means is started before the notification by the sub control notification means. For example, the main control circuit 41 determines the internal winning combination based on the detection of the start operation (see S14 in FIG. 18), and based on the determined internal winning combination, notifies the main control notification means. It is determined (see S15 in FIG. 18), and the notification by the main control notification means is started based on the determined notification content. Further, the main control circuit 41 transmits a start command including individual information to the sub control circuit 42 after a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the notification by the main control notification means. The sub-control circuit 42 determines the content of the sub-control notification means according to the individual information based on the reception of the start command, and starts the notification by the sub-control notification means.

In the third aspect, the main control circuit 41 generates and stores a start command based on the determined internal winning combination, transmits this start command, and then uses a specific command different from this start command. Therefore, a specific command including individual information may be transmitted after a lapse of a predetermined time from the start of notification by the main control notification means. Further, the transmission timing of this specific command may be after a predetermined time has elapsed from the detection of the start operation, or may be after a predetermined time has elapsed from the reel rotation start process (S20 in FIG. 18).

Further, in the third aspect, the sub-control circuit 41 starts the notification by the sub-control notification means after a lapse of a specific time after receiving the start command (or the above-mentioned specific command) including the individual information. It may be that. In this third aspect as well, it is assumed that each notification start timing is before the detection of the stop operation is permitted.

According to this third aspect, by clarifying that the control related to the advantageous state is performed by the main control circuit (for example, the main control circuit 41), the sub control circuit (for example, the sub control circuit 42) It is possible to deter cheating against.

Further, in this modification, the 7-segment display 6 is described as an example as the main control notification means controlled by the main control circuit 41, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R may be adopted as the main control notification means in place of or in combination with the 7-segment display 6. In this case, the procedure of the stop operation may be notified depending on the type of lock or the type of reel action.

For example, as described above, when the main control circuit 41 side notifies the stop operation order, when the left reel 3L should be first stopped, a reel action for starting rotation from the left reel 3L is executed, and the middle reel action is executed. When the first stop operation of the reel 3C should be performed, the reel action which starts the rotation from the middle reel 3C is executed, and when the right reel 3R should be the first stop operation, the reel which starts the rotation from the right reel 3C. Take action. Further, as described above, when the stop operation timing (type of the symbol to be pressed) is notified on the main control circuit 41 side, the reel that needs to be pressed is temporarily stopped at the correct position. Perform a reel action.

Then, if the type of reel action is transmitted to the sub control circuit 42 as individual information, the main control notification means controlled by the main control circuit 41 (for example, the reels 3L, 3C, etc.) is similarly to the above. The 3R) and the sub-control notification means (for example, the liquid crystal display device 11) controlled by the sub-control circuit 42 cooperate with each other to notify the procedure of the stop operation.

Further, in this modification, the case where only the main control notification means notifies the procedure of the stop operation and the case where the main control notification means and the sub control notification means notify the procedure of the stop operation have been described. As described above, when the main control circuit 41 can guarantee the prevention of fraudulent activity against the sub control circuit 42 by transmitting the unreportable information or the broadcastable information, only the sub control notification means is the procedure of the stop operation. It may be configured to perform notification.

As described above, the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment according to the modified example includes symbol display means (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R and display windows 4L, 4C, 4R) for variablely displaying a plurality of symbols in a plurality of columns. A main control circuit (for example, the main control circuit 41) that controls the progress of the game, a notification means (for example, the liquid crystal display device 11) that executes the notification, and a sub control circuit (for example, the sub control circuit) that controls the notification. 42), a gaming machine (for example, a pachislot machine 1), wherein the main control circuit includes a charging operation detecting means (for example, a medal sensor 35S) for detecting a charging operation of a game medium, and the charging operation. The start operation is detected by the start operation detecting means (for example, the start switch 16S) for detecting the start operation and the start operation detecting means based on the detection of the input of the predetermined number of the gaming media by the detecting means. Based on the above, an internal winning combination determining means (for example, S14 in FIG. 18) for determining an internal winning combination, a stop operation detecting means for detecting a stop operation (for example, a stop switch 17S), and the stop operation detecting means. Based on the detection of the stop operation, the stop control means (for example, S21 in FIG. 18) that controls the stop of the variation display of the symbol in the symbol display means, and the stop control means in the symbol display means. Based on the winning determination means (for example, S22 in FIG. 18) for determining the winning or non-winning of the winning combination based on the combination of the stopped symbols when the variation display of the symbols is stopped, and the determination result by the winning determination means. A profit-giving means for giving a profit (for example, S23 in FIG. 18), and an advantageous state (for example, during ART) in which a procedure of a stop operation advantageous to the player is notified as a state for playing the game, and this advantage. The winning state (for example, during ART winning) that is determined to shift to the state, the preparatory state in the middle of shifting from this winning state to the advantageous state (for example, in preparation for ART), and the transition to the advantageous state. It has a non-winning state (for example, during ART non-winning) for which it has not been determined, and the stop by the state transition control means for shifting each of these states according to a predetermined transition condition and the internal winning combination determining means. The above-mentioned state when a predetermined internal winning combination (for example, an internal winning combination related to a predetermined replay or an internal winning combination related to a predetermined small combination) whose degree of advantage of the player changes depending on the operation procedure is determined. When the transition control means controls the non-winning state, the sub-control circuit is notified to the notification means. When non-notifying information (for example, grouping information) that makes it impossible to notify the procedure of the stop operation is transmitted, and the state transition control means controls the advantageous state, the winning state, or the prepared state. Is an information transmitting means (for example,) that transmits information (for example, individual information) that enables the sub-control circuit to notify the procedure of the stop operation by the notifying means according to the state in which the game is performed. S104) of FIG. 19, and the sub-control circuit includes information receiving means (for example, the main board communication task shown in FIG. 21) for receiving information transmitted from the information transmitting means, and the information receiving means. Based on the receipt of the broadcastable information, the broadcast means is made to notify the procedure of the stop operation according to the broadcastable information.

Further, in the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment according to the modified example, the advantageous state includes a first advantageous state (for example, in ART1) and a second advantageous state (for example, in ART2), and the winning state is the first. The preparatory state includes a winning state of one advantageous state (for example, during ART1 winning) and a winning state of a second advantageous state (for example, during ART2 winning), and the preparatory state is a preparatory state of the first advantageous state (for example, ART1 is being prepared). And the preparation state of the second advantageous state (for example, ART2 is being prepared), the state transition control means prepares the first advantageous state from the winning state of the first advantageous state based on the predetermined transition condition. It shifts to the state, shifts from the prepared state of the first advantageous state to the first advantageous state, and shifts from the winning state of the second advantageous state to the prepared state of the second advantageous state, and shifts to the second advantageous state. The information transmission means shifts from the preparation state of the first advantageous state to the second advantageous state, and the information transmission means is different in the ready state of the first advantageous state and the preparation state of the second advantageous state (for example, ART1 preparation). Data ID "12H" which is individual information when the winning number is "3", and data ID "0AH" which is individual information when ART2 is being prepared and the winning number is "3") is transmitted. It is possible.

According to the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment according to the modified example, a state in which the main control circuit (for example, the main control circuit 41) plays a game managed by the main control circuit (for example, during ART non-winning, ART 1 preparation). It was decided to transmit undisclosed information (for example, grouping information) or informable information (for example, individual information) to a sub-control circuit (for example, sub-control circuit 42) according to (in the middle or in preparation for ART2). Therefore, the sub-control circuit side cannot recognize the procedure of the stop operation that is advantageous (or disadvantageous) for the player in the non-winning state in the advantageous state, so that some kind of fraudulent activity is assumed in the sub-control circuit. Even if it is done, it is possible to prevent the profit from being illegally given by the simple configuration. That is, it is possible to sufficiently prevent fraudulent activities related to advantageous states (for example, AT and ART) without increasing the manufacturing cost of the gaming machine.

Further, in the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment according to the modified example, the information transmitting means uses the information that can identify the predetermined internal winning combination group (for example, grouping information) as the non-notifying information, and the internal winning. Information that cannot specify the combination (for example, common information) or information that can specify the type of the internal winning combination (for example, type information) can be transmitted, and as the broadcastable information, Information that can identify the procedure of the stop operation (for example, stop operation procedure information), information that can identify the internal winning combination (for example, winning information), or the procedure of the stop operation and the internal winning combination can be specified. Information (for example, individual information) can be transmitted.

According to the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment according to the modified example, in the sub-control circuit (for example, the sub-control circuit 42), a predetermined internal winning combination group (group of internal winning combination) can be specified, and an internal winning combination can be specified. When it is not possible to specify at all, when the type of internal winning combination can be specified, when the procedure of the predetermined stop operation can be specified, when the internal winning combination can be specified, and when the predetermined stop operation procedure and internal winning combination can be specified. Since there will be cases where it can be specified, it is appropriate according to the specifications of the pachislot machine (for example, design of RT game state, design of which stop operation procedure is advantageous for the player for each internal winning combination, etc.). Information can be transmitted from the main control circuit (for example, the main control circuit 41) to the sub control circuit (for example, the sub control circuit 42).

Although the pachi-slot machine 1 of the present embodiment has been described above, the present invention is not limited to this.

The present invention can be applied to pachinko gaming machines and other gaming machines in addition to the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment described above, as long as the gist of the present invention is not deviated. For example, in a pachinko gaming machine, an internal winning combination (for example, based on a player's game operation (for example, a game ball launch operation) and a game ball, which is a game medium, entering a starting port on a game board ( For example, whether it is a big hit or not) is determined, the variable display of the symbol is started by the symbol display means, and the symbol is based on the establishment of a predetermined stop condition (for example, the variation time of the symbol ends). When the fluctuation display of the above is stopped and a predetermined combination of symbols is displayed, a predetermined profit (for example, transition to a jackpot state) is given. Therefore, when the present invention is to be applied. Does not require any means related to the stop operation.

Further, in the present embodiment, the lottery probability of the initial number of games of ART2 is different depending on the set value (see (d) of FIG. 16), so that the degree of advantage is different depending on the player, but this is limited to this. It is not something that can be done. For example, the probability that a predetermined internal winning combination may be determined by the internal lottery process may be different depending on the set value. In this case, for example, the higher the set value, the higher the probability that the internal winning combination related to the bonus will be determined as the internal winning combination.

Further, in the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 11, in the RT2 gaming state (RT2) and the RT4 gaming state (RT4), the winning probabilities of a plurality of replays are the same, but the winning numbers “3” and The lottery value of "5" is set to be different, but the lottery value is not limited to this. For example, in the RT2 gaming state (RT2), the first specific replay that will win ART2 with a specific probability (for example, 100%) is drawn with a specific probability of winning (for example, 1/116384). Then, in the RT4 game state (RT4), a second specific replay that wins a predetermined number of ART2 games (for example, 100 games) will be added with a specific probability (for example, 100%). It may be drawn with a specific winning probability (for example, 1/16384).

Further, in the present embodiment, in the RT0 gaming state (RT0) and the RT3 gaming state (RT0), as shown in FIG. 11, the sum of the winning probabilities of the plurality of replays and the lottery of the winning numbers "1" to "5". The values are the same, but the values are not limited to this. For example, in the RT0 gaming state (RT0), the first specific replay that will win ART1 with a specific probability (for example, 100%) is drawn with a specific probability of winning (for example, 1/116384). Then, in the RT3 gaming state (RT3), the second specific replay that will win ART2 with a specific probability (for example, 100%) is drawn with a specific probability of winning (for example, 1/116384). May be.

Further, in these cases, based on winning the first specific replay, the effect by the first "lock" is performed, and the first reel action is executed, and the second specific replay is won. Based on this, the second "lock" effect may be performed and the second reel action may be executed. In addition, based on winning the first specific replay, the production by "rock" is not performed, and based on winning the second specific replay, the production by "rock" is performed and the reel action is performed. You may do it. In addition, based on winning the second specific replay, the production by "rock" is not performed, and based on winning the first specific replay, the production by "rock" is performed and the reel action is performed. You may do it.

1 Pachislot machine 3L, 3C, 3R reel 4L, 4C, 4R Display window 16 Start lever 16S Start switch 17L, 17C, 17R Stop button 17S Stop switch 41 Main control circuit 42 Sub control circuit 51 Main CPU
53 Main RAM
81 sub CPU
83 sub RAM

Claims (2)

A gaming machine equipped with a main control circuit and a sub control circuit.
A symbol display means for variable display of multiple symbols in multiple columns,
An internal winning combination determining means for determining an internal winning combination according to the start operation of the player,
A stop control means for controlling the stop of the variation display of the symbol according to the stop operation of the internal winning combination and the player determined by the internal winning combination determining means,
At least a notification means that can notify the procedure of the stop operation,
When a predetermined start condition is satisfied, a specific state control means that controls the procedure of the stop operation to a specific state that can be notified by the notification means until the predetermined end condition is satisfied.
An information transmission means for transmitting information from the main control circuit to the sub control circuit is provided.
The internal winning combination determining means can determine a normal combination in which the degree of advantage of the player does not change depending on the procedure of the stop operation.
When the normal combination is determined as the internal winning combination by the internal winning combination determining means, the information transmitting means can notify the notification of the procedure of the stop operation by the notification means, or the stop by the notification means. transmittable der select the broadcast infeasibility information to disable the notification procedure of the operation is, even when sending any of the notifiable information and the notification impossibility information, the information at the same predetermined command A gaming machine characterized by being transmitted . Further provided with a main control side notification means controlled by the main control circuit and capable of notifying the procedure of the stop operation.
The notification start timing by the notification means is a predetermined timing before the detection of the player's stop operation is permitted.
The main control side notification means can perform notification in synchronization with the predetermined timing, and when the notification is performed at the predetermined timing, after the predetermined command is transmitted by the information transmission means. The gaming machine according to claim 1 , wherein it is possible to stand by without starting notification until the predetermined timing is reached .

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