Firepower
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Firepower is a classic pinball machine designed by Steve Ritchie and released by Williams in 1980. It is known for being the first solid-state pinball machine to feature multiple-ball gameplay and lane change functionality.
Solid state electronic pinball machine with a 6-digit score display, featuring a multi-level playfield and sound effects.
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First pinball game to feature electronic multi-ball (three-ball capability), lane change mechanics via flipper buttons, and 'Firepower' shot combinations for higher scores.
- Theme: Space / Sci-Fi
- Sound: Electronic sounds with speech capability.
- System: Williams System 6
- Production: 17825
- Dimensions: 29 in × 54 in x 76 in
- Year Released: 1980
- Weight: 260 lbs
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Firepower was influential in introducing many features that became standard in pinball machines, such as the 'lane change' feature enabled by the flipper buttons.
Firepower was a commercial success for Williams, having sold a significant number of units.
Firepower, with its groundbreaking features, is often credited with helping to revitalize pinball in the 1980s during a time of declining popularity.
Firepower was a commercial success for Williams, having sold a significant number of units.
Firepower, with its groundbreaking features, is often credited with helping to revitalize pinball in the 1980s during a time of declining popularity.