Polo

Chicago Coin's 1940 Polo is a flipperless, single-player electro-mechanical machine typical of pinball's pre-flipper era. Its simplicity and straightforward gameplay were characteristic of EM machines of the period.

Polo's playfield features 17 passive bumpers, common for its era. The game's theme and presentation stand out, however: the sport of polo, with its horses and riders, was an uncommon subject for a pinball machine at the time, adding a touch of distinction to what is otherwise a straightforward EM game.

Unfortunately, very little is documented about Polo's specific design or playfield art beyond the manufacturer and release date. As such, enthusiasts will have to rely on its historical footing as an early Chicago Coin release, with a confirmed production run of 1,640 units, to appreciate its place in pinball history.