Splash

Splash, manufactured by Genco Manufacturing Company in July 1938, is an early electro-mechanical pinball machine that offers a glimpse into the evolution of the game's mechanics and design. It is a flipperless, single-player title with a boating, fishing, and recreation theme.

Gameplay features 18 spring bumpers, which were a common feature in early pinball machines, providing an additional challenge for players as they navigated the playfield. A single Free Play hole allows players to earn a free game without inserting more coins, adding an element of strategy to the gameplay experience. The backglass animation of a man catching fish is also noteworthy, showcasing Genco's attention to detail in their artwork and design.

Splash's theme of boating, fishing, and recreation reflects the popular leisure activities of its era, and its reclined backbox design adds a touch of elegance to an otherwise robust machine. Notably, the payout version of this game is Genco's 1938 'Oscar.' Limited information is available about Splash's designer, but this 1938 machine remains an interesting piece of pinball history for collectors and enthusiasts.