Shock

Meet Shock, a rare and intriguing Solid State Electronic (SS) pinball machine from Taito do Brasil. Unfortunately, due to limited information available, its exact release date and significance in pinball history remain something of a mystery. Still, its feature set makes it an interesting discovery for collectors and enthusiasts.

The gameplay on Shock centers on three flippers, three pop bumpers, and two slingshots, backed by a 5-bank drop target, a separate 3-bank drop target, two standup targets, a spinning target, a kick-out hole, and five star rollovers. The ball is shot into play and crosses the playfield to reach the top, while flash lamps beneath the playfield add visual flair as it travels.

Given the scarcity of information on Shock, details about its designer, art, and theme remain unknown. It is noted as similar to Williams' 1978 'Flash.' As a rare example of Taito's production in Brazil, it offers a glimpse into the regional pinball scene, and further documentation could reveal more about its place in pinball history.