Ching

Ching, manufactured by All American Games Corporation of Chicago in 1936, is an obscure entry from the early history of electro-mechanical (EM) pinball. Produced during pinball's formative years, it reflects the period's rapid experimentation with electromechanical scoring mechanisms in coin-operated amusement machines.

Gameplay on Ching would have featured electromechanical switches and a variety of targets typical of mid-1930s single-ball machines, well before the introduction of player-controlled flippers, which did not arrive until 1947. The machine's layout is typical for its era, with a compact playfield and minimal ornamentation.

Little is known about Ching's design, art, or theme beyond its manufacturer and release year. The scarcity of information surrounding this machine only adds to its mystique, making Ching a notable and enigmatic addition to any pinball history collection.