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Pinball: learn through an example
Start Pinball by looking at the playing area and its controls. Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Original compact two-flipper table with three bumpers.
Try a more deliberate round
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Make the next step deliberately.
What you need to achieve
Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. The example below illustrates a decision.
A walkthrough of the rules
- Start to launch.
- Use the two flippers.
- Bumper collisions score.
- Launch remaining balls after a drain.
Keyboard and screen controls
Hold Left/Right flipper or arrow keys. Start / pause and New round are available. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. A new-round button replaces the current round.
Try this example
Activate the flipper when the ball reaches its active surface. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Check the stated objective.
A useful caution
A drained ball cannot be rescued. Compare the situation with the worked example. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Further help with the game
For this browser game, what is the goal of Pinball?
Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain.
As a new player, how do I control Pinball?
Hold Left/Right flipper or arrow keys. Start / pause and New round are available.
As a new player, what example helps explain Pinball?
Keep this in mind: Activate the flipper when the ball reaches its active surface.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Pinball?
The key detail is this: A drained ball cannot be rescued.
What format does Pinball offer?
Keep this in mind: Original compact two-flipper table with three bumpers.
For this browser game, which play mode does Pinball use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.