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How to play Pinball
Start Pinball by looking at the playing area and its controls. Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Original compact two-flipper table with three bumpers.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. The example below illustrates a decision.
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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Check any mode label before starting.
A useful example
Activate the flipper when the ball reaches its active surface. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
A drained ball cannot be rescued. Check the rule before repeating the action. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Common questions
On this playing page, what is the goal of Pinball?
Keep this in mind: Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain.
While learning, how do I control Pinball?
Keep this in mind: 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.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Pinball?
The key detail is this: A drained ball cannot be rescued.
On this playing page, what format does Pinball offer?
For clarity: Original compact two-flipper table with three bumpers.
For my first round, which play mode does Pinball use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
