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How to play Pinball
Open Pinball, check the instructions and begin a round. Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain. Use the example below to understand a decision. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
Original compact two-flipper table with three bumpers.
Try a deliberate move
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Step by step
- Start to launch.
- Use the two flippers.
- Bumper collisions score.
- 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. Look at the feedback after the action.
A useful example
Activate the flipper when the ball reaches its active surface. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the controls nearby.
Watch out for this
A drained ball cannot be rescued. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
Common questions
For my first round, what is the goal of Pinball?
Keep this in mind: Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain.
For my first round, how do I control Pinball?
Here is the relevant explanation: Hold Left/Right flipper or arrow keys. Start / pause and New round are available.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Pinball?
Here is the relevant explanation: Activate the flipper when the ball reaches its active surface.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Pinball?
For clarity: A drained ball cannot be rescued.
When I return, what format does Pinball offer?
For clarity: Original compact two-flipper table with three bumpers.
Which play mode does Pinball use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.