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The essentials of playing Pinball

Bring this focus to a round

When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Make the next step deliberately.

Your objective

Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.

Follow these playing steps

  1. Start to launch.
  2. Use the two flippers.
  3. Bumper collisions score.
  4. Launch remaining balls after a drain.

The controls to know

Hold Left/Right flipper or arrow keys. Start / pause and New round are available. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Read the example below alongside these instructions.

Follow the example

Activate the flipper when the ball reaches its active surface. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Choose a deliberate next step.

A common point of confusion

A drained ball cannot be rescued. Check the rule before repeating the action. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.

A few questions answered

As a new player, what is the goal of Pinball?

Here is the relevant explanation: Reach 1,500 points before three balls drain.

When I return, how do I control Pinball?

Here is the relevant explanation: Hold Left/Right flipper or arrow keys. Start / pause and New round are available.

While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Pinball?

Keep this in mind: Activate the flipper when the ball reaches its active surface.

As a new player, what should I watch out for in Pinball?

Here is the relevant explanation: A drained ball cannot be rescued.

When I return, what format does Pinball offer?

Original compact two-flipper table with three bumpers.

As a new player, 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.

While reading the Guide, where should I start with Pinball?

The key detail is this: Start to launch.

For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Pinball?

Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

For my first round, how can I find Pinball again?

Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Pinball?

The key detail is this: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.