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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Simulation
Virtual Pinball
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| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action, Simulation |
| Developer | Headgames |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Headgames and published by Electronic Arts, Virtual Pinball arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993 as an action game. It blends action and simulation elements.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball.
Headgames also made X-Men 2: Clone Wars and Pink Goes to Hollywood for the Genesis.
Virtual Pinball supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Virtual Pinball is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Virtual Pinball cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Balls | FF6FD1:00 |
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Virtual Pinball walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Virtual Pinball.
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Virtual Pinball FAQ
When did Virtual Pinball come out on the Genesis?
Virtual Pinball was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Virtual Pinball?
It was developed by Headgames and published by Electronic Arts.
Is Virtual Pinball multiplayer?
Yes. Virtual Pinball supports up to 4 players.
How long does Virtual Pinball take to play?
As an action game, Virtual Pinball typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Virtual Pinball on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.