Galactic Pinball was the final launch title for the Virtual Boy in North America.
Using the concept of 'pinball in space', Intelligent Systems was able to craft a very enjoyable virtual pinball game. In space, apparently, pinballs have been outlawed - only hockey pucks remain.
Standard pinball mechanisms like flippers, pop bumpers, drop targets, kick out saucers and ramps are all represented.
If you enjoy real physical pinball, I think you will find something to like in this game. Not too 'video-gamey' while also not sticking to strictly a simulation of the physical and mechanical aspects of pinball, Galactic Pinball hits just the right balance.
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