Super Circus

The Super Circus is an engaging example of late-1950s electromechanical (EM) pinball design, crafted by D. Gottlieb & Company in September 1957. The game was designed by Wayne Neyens, one of Gottlieb's leading designers of the era, with art by Roy Parker.

What sets the Super Circus apart from its contemporaries is its innovative use of playfield inserts near the flippers that light up for high Roto-target values. This clever feature creates an immersive experience for players, making them aware of their progress and opportunities for big scores. Additionally, the machine boasts 5 pop bumpers, 2 slingshots, and 2 gobble holes, providing a challenging and thrilling gameplay experience for its two players.

The Super Circus's design and art are quintessential representations of its "Circus - Happiness" theme, with colorful and whimsical illustrations adorning the playfield, and the backglass carries Gottlieb's famous tagline about baseball and hot dogs. The game's maximum displayed point score is a modest 1999 points per player, but with only 1,500 units confirmed produced, its relative scarcity makes it a sought-after collector's item among pinball enthusiasts. It's worth noting the machine features an operator option to award double matches of either 2 or 10 replays, adding another layer of strategy and excitement to gameplay.