Pinball Parlor (2016)

Developer: Mindware Co.,Ltd.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Rating: 3.0 of 5, 23 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A fast, addictive pinball simulation with realistic physics and a clean, classic arcade feel.

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What players say

Players are sharply divided: some praise the vintage electro-mechanical style and charm, but many more say the single table is overpriced, the physics feel floaty or broken, controls cannot be remapped, and there is noticeable input lag. A common workaround is to use a key remapper or play in DX9 light mode.

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