red Arrow

The 1978 Europlay Red Arrow is a piece of pinball history from Italian manufacturer Europlay, and a copy of Gottlieb's 1977 'Golden Arrow'. Its significance lies in representing the American West theme, which was popular during this era, as reworked by an Italian manufacturer.

Gameplay on the Red Arrow is characterized by its combination of mechanical and electro-mechanical elements alongside electronic sound (with "biri-biri" effects). Players can interact with two flippers, three pop bumpers, two slingshots, six standup targets, and two spinning targets. The inclusion of two spinning targets is a notable feature, as they require players to time their shots carefully in order to score.

The Red Arrow's design and artwork are reminiscent of the Western theme, with its bold color scheme and stylized illustrations. Specific details about the machine's designer are not available, but it is clear that this game was crafted with attention to detail as a copy of the popular Gottlieb original, adapted for the Italian market.