Lot-O-Fun

Lot-O-Fun, designed by Harry Mabs and manufactured by D. Gottlieb & Company in 1939, is a flipperless electro-mechanical pinball machine notable for its bumper-and-card scoring mechanism. Gottlieb would go on to produce closely related games, including 'Lite-O-Card' later that year (with an added player-controlled selector knob) and 'Lot-O-Smoke' (featuring cigarette-brand advertising), making Lot-O-Fun part of a small family of related titles.

Gameplay on Lot-O-Fun features five balls for just five cents. The machine boasts 13 spring bumpers, each with a numbered target that corresponds to four cards displayed on the backglass. When hit, these targets light up their respective numbers, providing an engaging and interactive experience for players. A Free Play hole also exists, offering a tantalizing reward for those skilled enough to reach it.

Notably, the design of Lot-O-Fun is relatively understated compared to some of its later counterparts, with a straightforward aesthetic typical of late-1930s pinball machines. The machine's simplicity and playability were no doubt major factors in its enduring appeal, making it an interesting addition to any pinball collection.