Mr. Black

Mr. Black is a Solid State Electronic (SS) pinball machine from Mecatronics, also known as Taito (Brazil), a division of Japan's Taito. Its exact release year is unknown, though its playfield layout closely resembles Williams' 1982 'Defender,' and its captive ball walker lane operates similarly to the one on Stern's 1980 'Flight 2000.'

The gameplay features of Mr. Black include three flippers, two pop bumpers, and two slingshots. The machine offers an extensive array of drop targets — two 5-bank sets, a 3-bank set, a solitary target, and 2-in-line targets — along with a standup target. The captive ball walker adds a distinctive mechanical element to play, and a right-outlane detour gate introduces an added layer of strategy.

The theme of Mr. Black is rooted in fantasy, though its specific artwork and design details are not well documented. As one of the lesser-known Mecatronics machines, it offers collectors and enthusiasts an interesting piece of Brazil's pinball manufacturing history.