Action.zip
Download Pokémon Pinball ROM for Game Boy Color (GBC)
PopularJupiter Corporation · Nintendo
5.0
291.7 KB
1999-06-28
English
Pokémon Pinball is a classic Pokémon spin-off that blends classic pinball action with the Pokémon-catching mechanics of the main series. Originally launched for the Game Boy Colour back in 1999, the game has two tables exclusive to the Pokémon Red and Blue versions. Players use a Poké Ball instead of a normal pinball to hit targets, activate bonuses, catch Pokémon and build a complete Pokédex. One of the most memorable features of the game is its built-in rumble feature. Inside the special Game Boy cartridge is a rumble motor. This motor runs off a battery and causes the Game Boy to vibrate when important actions happen.
Key Features
Single Player
Controller Support
Offline
Story Mode
Story
Pokémon Pinball does not have a story like Pokémon Red, Blue or Yellow. The goal is not to win the game but to be the ultimate Pokémon pinball player. You can catch Pokémon, evolve them, complete the Pokédex and get high scores.
The game blends familiar Pokémon gameplay with pinball mechanics. The two tables are covered with Pokémon, and there are different targets, bumpers, ramps and special areas that help the players trigger events and find new Pokémon.
Gameplay
Pokémon Pinball has two different tables: the Red Field and Blue Field. Each table has its own layout, locations, mechanics and pokemon encounters. Some Pokemon are only found on one of the two fields, so you’ll need to play both to complete the Pokédex.
The player doesn't control a traditional steel pinball, but a Poké Ball instead. Keep it in play with the flippers while hitting targets, bumpers, ramps and Pokemon-themed obstacles.
As your score increases, you can also upgrade the Poké Ball to higher-level versions like the Great Ball, Ultra Ball and Master Ball to help you on your way to catching the rarest Pokémon.
Catch Pokémon
The main mechanic for progression in the game is catching Pokémon. Certain sequences activate Catch 'Em Mode. During Catch 'Em Mode, you can reveal and catch Pokémon by successfully hitting them with your Poké Ball.
You can store all the Pokémon you catch in the in-game Pokédex, a device that lets you slowly collect all 151 original Pokémon.
Pokémon evolutions
Pokémon Pinball also features Pokémon evolution upon capture. To evolve, you must complete certain objectives on the pinball tables and gather the necessary items.
When you evolve Pokémon, they are added to your Pokédex, so evolving Pokémon is part of successfully completing the collection.
Bonus Levels
The game features several bonus stages that allow players to score large amounts of points. These levels have challenges based on Pokémon and provide a variation from the standard pinball gameplay.
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The two tables are more than just visual variations.
Red Field
The Red Field is based on Pokémon Red, with its own locations, destinations and Pokémon encounters.
Blue Field
The Blue Field is different in layout and has different Pokémon. There are some Pokémon that only exist here.
Each table features different Pokémon, so players need to learn both fields to fill out the Pokédex.
Rumble Feature
It was the first Game Boy game with a built-in rumble, Pokémon Pinball. The cartridge features a small rumble motor that creates vibration during gameplay.
This was a new feature for a Game Boy title and it made catching Pokémon and hitting important targets feel more physical.