Blondie

Meet Blondie, a vintage electro-mechanical pinball machine from June 1956 that embodies the carefree spirit of summertime. Produced by the Chicago Coin Machine Manufacturing Company, this single-player game carries a cheerful beach-and-swimming theme, with artwork by the celebrated pinball artist Roy Parker.

Blondie offers a classic mid-1950s feature mix: two flippers, two pop bumpers, four passive bumpers, two slingshots, and a gobble hole - that quintessential 1950s risk-reward device that swallows the ball in exchange for a big score. Interestingly, the playfield uses the same layout as Gottlieb's 1956 'Harbor Lites', giving players of both games a familiar geometry to master.

The design and artwork on Blondie are characteristic of its era, with a charming retro aesthetic that has aged remarkably well. The machine was designed by the team of John Gore, Jerry Koci, Al Schlappa, and Albin Peters, whose collective effort resulted in a classic pinball experience that remains endearing to enthusiasts today.