Hot Ball

Hot Ball is manufactured by Taito do Brasil, a division of the Japanese company Taito, and this 1979 Solid State Electronic (SS) machine represents an early entry in Brazilian pinball manufacturing. IPDB notes the design is similar to Bally's 1977 'Eight Ball'.

Hot Ball's gameplay centers around two flippers and three pop bumpers, which provide a challenging experience for players. Two slingshots add to the gameplay variety, while four standup targets and a spinning target offer multiple ways to rack up points. A left-outlane kickback also adds an extra layer of excitement to the game, with four-player capability.

Very little is documented about the design, art, or theme of Hot Ball beyond its gameplay layout. Taito do Brasil's involvement in producing this machine reflects an early attempt by an international company to enter the Brazilian pinball market.