How to Play Pinball

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How to play Pinball

Start Pinball by looking at the playing area and its controls. Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

Original compact two-flipper table with three bumpers.

Review a difficult moment

When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Use the example to check your reasoning.

Your goal

Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.

Step by step

1. Start to launch.
2. Use the two flippers.
3. Bumper collisions score.
4. Launch remaining balls after a drain.

Controls

Hold Left/Right flipper or arrow keys. Start / pause and New round are available. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Read the example below alongside these instructions.

A useful example

Activate the flipper when the ball reaches its active surface. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Check the stated objective.

Watch out for this

A drained ball cannot be rescued. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.

Common questions