Fury

The Rube Gross & Company's Fury pinball machine, manufactured in 1935, represents an early surviving example of commercial pinball production. It holds a place in the history of the game as part of the lineage of table-top ball games that trace back to earlier bagatelle-style entertainment. The presence of an electro-mechanical (EM) design indicates a transitional phase in pinball's evolution toward more sophisticated coin-operated machines.

Gameplay on Fury is simple by modern standards. As a Flipperless machine, it predates the invention of flippers (which would not appear in pinball until 1947); players instead relied on the layout of pins and pockets, timing, and skillful handling of the machine to influence where the ball landed and accumulate points. Notably, little information is available regarding specific gameplay features or unique mechanics that set it apart from its contemporaries. Given the scarcity of records, it is likely that we will never know for certain what made Fury distinct among other early pinball machines.

As a rare example of 1930s pinball production, Fury offers a glimpse into the developmental phase of the game. Its design and artwork reflect the aesthetics of the era, with simple yet elegant lines and minimal decoration. Unfortunately, no specific information about the machine's theme or designer is available, leaving enthusiasts to speculate about its intended character and target audience. Despite these gaps in knowledge, Fury remains an important artifact for pinball historians and collectors alike, serving as a tangible connection to the game's formative years.