Full Tilt! Pinball

Full Tilt! Pinball Review

The graphics in Full Tilt Pinball are richly detailed and colorful in the 640x480 resolution mode. A full table view lets you aim shots and follow the ball better than many other pinball simulations do, although the screen resolution in this mode often causes the visuals to break down a bit. In another step towards realistic play and proper perspective, the designers have added a scaling effect to the ball as it travels further away from the front of the table. Each of the three tables is completely different and offers plenty of graphical goodies such as castles, parrots, and zooming spaceships.

Sound effects in Full Tilt Pinball are also impressive. Digital voices, such as raspy pirate yells or the roar of an angry dragon, enhance the game's atmosphere, and the realistic sounds of the bumpers, flippers, and spinners will make you think you're standing in an early-80's arcade. Unfortunately, Full Tilt's soundtrack pops slightly during the game and, particularly on the Dragon's Keep table, doesn't really complement the action at all.

The bottom line on Full Tilt Pinball is that it's an entertaining break from the slew of the "blow-everyone's head off" games flooding the market. If you want a relaxing, mellow, Zen-like experience, this is a good way to waste a few hours, and it's a lot easier on your knees than yoga or meditation.

Gamespot