Bonus

Bonus, manufactured by Pacific Amusement Manufacturing Company (PAMCO) of Chicago, Illinois, in 1935, represents an early example of electro-mechanical pinball machines. It showcases the pioneering efforts of PAMCO during its relatively short production run (1932-1937), highlighting the early stages of pinball's development.

In terms of gameplay, little is known about the specific rules or objectives of Bonus, which was not uncommon for many early EM machines. As an electro-mechanical model from 1935, it likely featured basic gameplay mechanics such as bumpers and scoring relays, well before flippers were introduced to pinball in 1947. The simplicity of these early games made them accessible to a wide audience, contributing to pinball's growing popularity during the mid-20th century.

While details about Bonus' design, art, or theme are scarce, its age makes it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians. PAMCO's relatively short existence and limited production output have contributed to the scarcity of their machines on the market today, offering a unique glimpse into the early days of pinball history for enthusiasts and researchers alike.