February 27, 2013
Zen Studios

Star Wars Pinball

If you’re a fan of pinball, you’ve probably downloaded Pinball FX 3 on some format or another. And if not, why not? It’s free to download, after all.

76%Game Brain Score

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100% User Score Based on 2 reviews

Critic Score 89%Based on 12 reviews

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Star Wars Pinball is a single player arcade simulation game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Zen Studios and was released on February 27, 2013. It received positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Star Wars Pinball includes the entire collection of 19 digital pinball tables that span all three Star Wars eras, taking full advantage of the Nintendo Switch’s unique functionalities, like HD Rumble and vertical play orientation.

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gameplay2 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Star Wars Pinball offers a nostalgic experience, reminiscent of childhood memories spent in pizza restaurants.
The game features excellent pinball gameplay with high production values, extensive content, and support for both local and online modes.
Switch-exclusive features like Career mode and vertical play enhance the overall experience, making it a great addition to the platform.

Some voiceovers are poorly executed, detracting from the overall experience.
Certain tables may not be as impressive as others, leading to a mixed experience.
The game can go dark as you progress, which may be off-putting for some players.

gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its excellent pinball mechanics, complemented by high production values and a wealth of content. Players can enjoy both local and online modes, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Excellent pinball gameplay, high production values, local and online modes, tons of content.”
story
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The story is structured around short, engaging missions that cater to both quick play sessions and longer gameplay focused on achieving high scores and collecting holocron shards.
music
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The music in this Switch-exclusive title is highlighted as a standout feature, with an unlockable soundtrack that complements the game's themes and modes, including career and galactic struggle. It is praised for enhancing the overall experience, making it a fun and authentic tribute to the Star Wars universe.
- “The unlockable soundtrack adds a fantastic layer to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The music perfectly captures the essence of the game, immersing players in its vibrant atmosphere.”
- “The combination of classic tunes and new compositions creates a memorable auditory experience that keeps players engaged.”
replayability
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The game offers significant replayability through its engaging campaign mode, which enhances the overall experience, along with support for online tournaments. Additionally, the vertical play feature effectively showcases each table, further contributing to its replay value.
- “The campaign mode adds a lot of replay value, and the support for online tournaments enhances the experience even further.”
- “Vertical play really does each table justice, making every session feel fresh and engaging.”
- “The campaign mode adds lots of replay value, but after completing it, there's not much incentive to play again.”
- “While the game has some interesting mechanics, the lack of variety in gameplay makes it feel repetitive after a few runs.”
- “Once you've experienced the main content, there's little left to draw you back for a second playthrough.”
graphics
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The graphics are on par with the base versions of competing consoles, featuring high graphical fidelity, enhanced with HD rumble, tate mode, and the added benefit of portability.
- “Moreover, this game brings the same level of graphical fidelity found on the base versions of competitors' consoles, with HD rumble, tate mode, and portability added on top for good measure.”
- “The graphics are underwhelming and feel outdated compared to other games released in the same timeframe.”
- “Character models look bland and lack detail, making it hard to get immersed in the game world.”
- “The environments are poorly designed, with repetitive textures and a lack of visual variety.”

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Star Wars Pinball is a arcade simulation game with science fiction theme.

Star Wars Pinball is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, iPhone and others.

Star Wars Pinball was released on February 27, 2013.

Star Wars Pinball was developed by Zen Studios.

Star Wars Pinball has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

Star Wars Pinball is a single player game.

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