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Intellivision · Pinball
Pinball
| System | Intellivision |
|---|---|
| Released | 1983 |
| Genre | Pinball |
| Developer | Mattel Electronics |
| Publisher | Mattel Electronics |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Intellivision in 1983, Pinball is a pinball game developed by Mattel Electronics.
It landed about 4 years into the Intellivision's life. Other notable Intellivision releases from 1983 include Defender, Beamrider and Advanced Dungeons & Dragons: Treasure of Tarmin.
Mattel Electronics also made Utopia, Masters of the Universe: The Power of He-Man and B-17 Bomber for the Intellivision.
Pinball supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Intellivision hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want variety beyond one or a few tables
What playing Pinball 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.
Pinball walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Pinball.
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Playing Intellivision games today
Intellivision games reward patience: many are slower, more strategic designs than their Atari rivals. Official compilations have kept a large part of the library available on modern platforms.
Pinball FAQ
When did Pinball come out on the Intellivision?
Pinball was released for the Intellivision in 1983.
Who made Pinball?
It was developed by Mattel Electronics.
Is Pinball multiplayer?
Yes. Pinball supports up to 2 players.
How long does Pinball take to play?
As a pinball game, Pinball 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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