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Addiction Pinball
The Vault · 1999

Addiction Pinball

Physics so good you'll curse at the monitor. Too bad there are only two tables.
ReleasedMay 16, 1999
Players1 Player
Windows 95/98ArcadeSimulation
Multiple ResolutionsView AnglesKeyboard RemappingTournament ModeNudge FeedbackCD Music

Addiction Pinball is a pinball video game developed by Team 17 Software and published by MicroProse for Windows 95. Released on May 16, 1999, it is a simulation of arcade pinball featuring two themed tables: one based on Team 17's Worms series, and another called World Rally Fever with a motorsport theme. The game emphasizes realistic ball physics, using a vector-based engine to simulate momentum, inertia, acceleration, and torque. Players can adjust the viewing angle, including a 90-degree rotation for portrait-oriented monitors, and choose from multiple resolutions up to 1024x768. A comprehensive 46-page manual provides detailed instructions and table descriptions. Addiction Pinball was noted for its lifelike ball behavior and extensive customization options, though it drew criticism for its limited table selection and occasionally cluttered table graphics that could obscure the ball.

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Original Hardware
The CD is available at software retailers. Runs on any Windows 95 PC meeting the minimum requirements: a Pentium 120, 16MB RAM, a DirectX 5-compatible sound card, and a 2MB video card.
Game Record
PlatformWindows 95/98
ReleasedMay 16, 1999
DeveloperTeam 17 Software
PublisherMicroProse Software
GenreArcade, Simulation
Players1 Player
Original PC Specs
OSWindows 95
CPUIntel DX2-66 (minimum) / Pentium 120 (recommended)
RAM8 MB (minimum) / 16 MB (recommended)
GPU / Display1 MB video card (minimum) / 2 MB video card (recommended)
DriveCD-ROM