Pulp Fiction Pinball Reveals Its Playfield and Features

Updated 14 March 2023 with a game-features trailer.

Play Mechanix has expanded beyond video games with Pulp Fiction, a pinball table inspired by Quentin Tarantino’s film. Following the initial teaser’s strong early viewing figures, more game information has now appeared, while Chicago Gaming distributors have begun accepting orders.

The table takes its visual and gameplay cues from pinball machines of the late 1970s and early 1980s. That means a comparatively straightforward design focused on readable rules and satisfying table flow, rather than an overloaded modern layout. Watch the first trailer below.

Chicago Gaming’s head on over to Chicago-Gaming.com page includes pricing and further specifications. The machine is priced alongside Stern’s current products, with an MSRP of $7,999 for the base model and $9,499 for the LE.

The LE edition is limited to 1,000 units. Its additions are primarily presentation and feedback features rather than gameplay changes, including a topper, shaker motor and mirrored side blades.

Chicago Gaming also released this game-features trailer on 14 March:

For a more extensive breakdown, Straight Down The Middle has produced a detailed featurette covering the table and its functions. It includes strong language, which is consistent with the film’s adult content.

A simpler playfield with sculpted toys

The playfield presents a relatively uncluttered design, complemented by several three-dimensional sculpted toys. That combination is notable because many classic tables from the period favoured simpler layouts without the same level of sculpted character or prop elements.

Could the format work on location?

Streamlined pinball games can perform well in public venues, but reliability is crucial. Machines that frequently break down lose momentum and make it harder to build repeat play. A new table such as Pulp Fiction could offer a fresh option for operators, provided it can maintain that momentum in real-world locations.

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