Ski-Hi

The Ski-Hi, manufactured by Genco in 1937, represents an early example of a pinball machine from the Electro-Mechanical (EM) era. Its significance lies in its pre-World War II production date, predating the mass-produced games that would become iconic in the post-war era. As an early effort by Genco, this machine showcases the early development of pinball gameplay and design; notably, it is a Flipperless game, played entirely without flippers as was typical for its time.

Notable features of the Ski-Hi include 16 spring bumpers, 10 captive balls, and two ball kickers, which provided players with an immersive experience through challenging gameplay. The backglass light animation of a skier descending a ski jump adds a visually engaging element to the machine.

The Ski-Hi's sports theme, featuring snow skiing, was likely influenced by popular winter sports trends at the time. Unfortunately, little additional information is available on this machine's design, art, or its designer, making it a fascinating mystery for pinball enthusiasts to uncover.