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Microsoft Pinball Arcade
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Pinball |
| Developer | Saffire |
| Publisher | Classified Games |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Microsoft Pinball Arcade is a pinball game released in 2001 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Saffire and published by Classified Games.
It landed about 3 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2001 include Pokémon Crystal, Resident Evil Gaiden and Mega Man Xtreme.
Saffire also made Billy Bob's Huntin'-n-Fishin', Oddworld Adventures 2 and Catz for the GBC.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want variety beyond one or a few tables
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Microsoft Pinball Arcade is like
Video pinball recreates the flippers, ramps and bumpers of the real thing, often with tables that would be impossible in the physical world.
Tip for newcomers: Learn to trap the ball on a raised flipper to set up your shots, and look for the table's multiball triggers.
If you like Microsoft Pinball Arcade, the Matrix also picks…
Hollywood Pinball Deep cut
Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire Classic
Mario Pinball Land Classic
Metroid Prime Pinball Classic
Kirby's Pinball Land Classic
Playing GBC games today
GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.
Microsoft Pinball Arcade FAQ
When did Microsoft Pinball Arcade come out on the GBC?
Microsoft Pinball Arcade was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.
Who made Microsoft Pinball Arcade?
It was developed by Saffire and published by Classified Games.
Is Microsoft Pinball Arcade multiplayer?
No. Microsoft Pinball Arcade is a single-player game.
How long does Microsoft Pinball Arcade take to play?
As a pinball game, Microsoft Pinball Arcade typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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