Vaporwave Pinball

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Vaporwave Pinball is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Uk_resistant and was released on April 4, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Play video pinball, relax in vaporwave environments and enjoy an anti-stress digital holiday. Escape the real world for a few minutes (or a few hours) and play lo-fi digital pinball in a selection of chill, cozy, liminal locations. Try to beat high scores & unlock up to 5 tables, each one offering something new. Vaporwave Pinball is the perfect "virtual holiday" destination. 5 unlockable t…

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Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique vaporwave aesthetic with beautiful visuals and a relaxing soundtrack, creating an immersive atmosphere.
Gameplay is simple yet engaging, with evolving tables that provide short-term goals and a satisfying experience.
It's a great game for short bursts of play, perfect for unwinding and enjoying a chill vibe.

The game suffers from physics issues, such as inconsistent ball behavior and the lack of a nudge mechanic, which can lead to frustrating gameplay.
Some players feel that the game lacks depth and replay value, as it can be completed quickly without much variety.
Bugs such as the ball getting stuck or teleporting can detract from the overall experience.

graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are characterized by a strong vaporwave aesthetic, featuring a pleasing art style, vibrant color schemes, and a retro-inspired design that enhances the overall experience. While the pinball simulation may feel basic and janky, the combination of visuals, music, and effects creates a relaxing and immersive atmosphere that appeals to fans of the genre. Overall, the game excels in delivering a chill vibe rather than a polished gameplay experience.
- “Visuals, color scheme, soundtrack, effects - all come together to create the perfect vaporwave experience.”
- “Beautiful graphics, the sound design is super responsive and authentically retro, and the music is so relaxing it kinda puts you in a trance.”
- “It's incredibly janky and as a simulation pinball experience it's not good at all, but as an aesthetic and a vibe to just tune out it works wonderfully.”
- “The overall aesthetic, music and vibes.”
- “Described as chill by its creator, this game is dripping with aesthetic.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is a standout feature, perfectly complementing its vaporwave aesthetic with a dreamy, relaxing soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the integration of sound design with visuals, creating a cohesive and immersive atmosphere, though some note that it may not appeal to those seeking authenticity in pinball simulations. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's vibe, making it a captivating auditory experience.
- “Visuals, color scheme, soundtrack, effects - all come together to create the perfect vaporwave experience.”
- “The combination of music and visuals create a great vibe.”
- “Beautiful graphics, the sound design is super responsive and authentically retro, and the music is so relaxing it kinda puts you in a trance.”
- “It's a total vibe, and I really do dig the backgrounds and soundtrack, but as far as pinball sims go, if you're looking for authenticity you should look elsewhere.”
- “Alongside the slow, dampened/submerged soundtrack, it presents a dream-like purgatory/liminal space vibe.”
- “Beautiful graphics, the sound design is super responsive and authentically retro, and the music is so relaxing it kind of puts you in a trance.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by simple pinball mechanics set in a series of vaporwave-themed levels, evoking nostalgia for classic video pinball games from the late 70s and 80s. While the active gameplay keeps players engaged, the absence of nudge mechanics can lead to frustrating moments when balls are lost easily. Overall, the evolving levels provide an entertaining experience despite some limitations.
- “Gameplay is active enough to prevent you from falling asleep, and does enough to keep it entertaining.”
- “The actual gameplay and how the levels evolve is awesome.”
- “A series of vaporwave levels with very simple pinball gameplay.”
- “As great as it is to have ever-changing tables, the lack of nudge mechanics means that you will have balls smacked straight down the center that you can do little about.”
- “With simple, vector-like play fields and no nudge mechanics, vaporwave pinball plays like a love letter to ancient video pinball games from the late 70s/early 80s.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report stability issues, noting that the game's angles can feel reversed and the ball occasionally behaves unpredictively, such as "hugging" the flipper in a way that seems buggy.
- “Sometimes the angle feels the opposite of what you intended, and the ball 'hugs' the flipper in a way that feels buggy.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy a full session without interruptions.”
- “I often experience lag and stuttering, which disrupts the gameplay and makes it frustrating.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers consistently highlight the exceptional effort the developer put into crafting a captivating atmosphere, indicating that it is a standout feature of the game.
- “You can tell the developer went the extra mile to create an atmosphere above all.”
- “The game's atmosphere is so immersive that I felt like I was truly part of the world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is viewed as limited, with some players noting it lacks significant value for repeated playthroughs. However, the unique gimmick enhances the experience, making each session feel dynamic and engaging.
- “It's a neat gimmick that adds to the replay value and makes each table feel like a living, breathing cyberspace-based organism.”
- “As such, I don't think it has much replay value, but it's definitely not a bad time.”
- “It's a neat gimmick which both adds to the replay value and helps each table feel like a living, breathing cyberspace-based organism.”