Description

The Checkpoint Pinball Machine (1991)

Is a fun and unique arcade pinball game manufactured by Data East. It’s known for its racing-themed gameplay, complete with vibrant graphics and exciting gameplay features. The machine’s theme revolves around a racing competition where players have to “drive” through various checkpoints to rack up points and achieve victory.

Features of the Checkpoint Pinball (1991):

Checkpoint Mode: The main objective of the game is to hit various “checkpoints” on the playfield to score points. These checkpoints are represented by targets, ramps, and other interactive elements.
Multiball Mode: The game includes multiball modes that allow the player to play with multiple balls at once, increasing the challenge and excitement of the game.
Ramps and Loops: The playfield features several ramps and loops that players can hit to accumulate points and progress through the different stages of the racing game.
Speedometer and Progression: A unique feature of Checkpoint is the speedometer, which measures the player’s progress throughout the game. As players advance, they progress through different stages of the “race.”
Skill Shots: The game has various skill shots that players can aim for to earn extra points. These are often associated with specific tasks or challenges on the playfield.
Checkpoint Targets: Players need to hit certain targets marked as “checkpoints” to unlock additional gameplay modes, score bonuses, and features.
Soundtrack and Voice Clips: The machine features racing-themed sound effects and voice clips that enhance the racing atmosphere. The sounds change dynamically as you progress through the levels of the game.
Bonus Multipliers: Players can unlock bonus multipliers by achieving certain milestones in the game, which can increase the points earned during multiball or other modes.
Unique Artwork: The cabinet artwork and playfield design feature a racing theme, with cars, flags, and road elements, giving it a distinct visual style.
Checkpoint Wizard Mode: After completing various tasks and objectives, players can trigger the Wizard Mode, where they must go through a final sequence of challenges to score big points. Checkpoint Pinball Machine