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Follow the steps for Pinball
Bring your attention to one round of Pinball. Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Original compact two-flipper table with three bumpers.
An idea for your next attempt
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Refer to the controls when needed.
The challenge in front of you
Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
How a round unfolds
- Start to launch.
- Use the two flippers.
- Bumper collisions score.
- Launch remaining balls after a drain.
Keyboard and screen controls
Hold Left/Right flipper or arrow keys. Start / pause and New round are available. Use the control method described here for this activity. A new-round button replaces the current round.
Put the rules into context
Activate the flipper when the ball reaches its active surface. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the controls nearby.
Avoid this misunderstanding
A drained ball cannot be rescued. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Further help with the game
What is the goal of Pinball?
For clarity: Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain.
When I return, how do I control Pinball?
For clarity: Hold Left/Right flipper or arrow keys. Start / pause and New round are available.
For my first round, what example helps explain Pinball?
For clarity: Activate the flipper when the ball reaches its active surface.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Pinball?
For clarity: A drained ball cannot be rescued.
For a quick reminder, what format does Pinball offer?
Original compact two-flipper table with three bumpers.
As a new player, which play mode does Pinball use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
