Batman Pinball by Data East 3208
Batman Pinball by Data East, released in 1991, is a classic pinball machine that captures the dark and thrilling essence of the Batman universe. Designed by Joe Kaminkow and Ed Cebula, this machine is a favorite among pinball enthusiasts for its engaging gameplay and iconic theme. Theme and Design: The machine is based on the 1989 Batman movie directed by Tim Burton, featuring artwork and characters from the film. The playfield is adorned with images of Batman, the Joker, and Gotham City, creating an immersive experience. The backglass showcases a dramatic scene with Batman and the Bat-Signal, adding to the visual appeal. Flippers: Two main flippers to control the ball. Multiball: The game features a three-ball multiball mode, which adds excitement and scoring opportunities. Ramps and Targets: Includes various ramps, targets, and a Batcave that players can shoot for to score points and trigger special modes. Sound and Music: The machine was the first to use the BSMT-2000 (Brian Schmidt Music Technology) sound system, providing high-quality audio with voice characterizations and music from the movie. Batcave: A special area on the playfield where players can lock balls to start multiball. Joker Targets: Targets that, when hit, can trigger different game modes and bonuses. Voice Clips: Features voice clips from the movie, adding to the thematic experience. Production and Popularity: Approximately 3,500 units of the Batman pinball machine were produced, making it a relatively common but highly sought-after machine among collectors. Its combination of engaging gameplay, high-quality sound, and iconic theme has kept it popular over the years. All pinball machines listed are currently IN STOCK and ready to sell. All you have to do is ask! We thoroughly prepare all of our machines before the sale. Clean and wax the playfields. Clean and polish all plastics and ramps. Test and replace bulbs where needed. Install new rubbers as needed. Check and re-seat all board connectors. Check all game functions and switches. We can also totally “shop” the game for an extra charge. Please be aware that some of our games have seen commercial use and as such have markings that come along with that environment. Please review all pictures before purchasing. We photograph and video every game working before it leaves our shop as proof they are working 100%. All sales are final. Your feedback is critical to our success! All pinball and arcade games listed are unique and concurrently listed locally for sale in the arcade. What differentiates us from the others is that we run a living, breathing “brick-and-mortar” classic arcade with over 400 pinball machines and arcade games in Austin, Texas. We constantly circulate many of these games through our arcade and most all of our inventory is for sale. So almost every game for sale is being played and maintained daily and is fully functional. And even perfectly working pinball machines can break during transport. We are more than happy to provide detailed photos of any game. Give us the opportunity to earn your business and we will enrich your life with one of our quality games.
