Kick In

Kick In, manufactured by C. E. Hoagland in 1935, is an example of an early electro-mechanical pinball machine. Its electro-mechanical design and lack of elaborate documented artwork make it an interesting artifact for those studying the evolution of pinball from its early years.

Despite lacking notable documented features or a specific theme, Kick In's gameplay likely involved the mechanics typical of the time -- a manual plunger to launch the ball and gravity-driven play, without flippers, which had not yet been invented. Unfortunately, little is known about the game's design, art, or theme beyond its manufacturer and production year.

Kick In's historical significance makes it a fascinating piece for collectors and enthusiasts of early pinball history, offering insight into the transitional period of American pinball manufacturing in the mid-1930s.