Wipe-Out

Wipe-Out, manufactured by Coffee-Mat Amusement Division in 1976, is a solid-state electronic pinball machine that showcases the evolution of gameplay and design in the mid-1970s. Its water sports theme and electronics package - built by Numax Electronics, a defense contractor better known for missile components, using an Intel 8080 microprocessor in what was Numax's first commercial product - make it a notable curiosity in pinball history.

Wipe-Out's gameplay features a mix of classic elements: two flippers, five pop bumpers, and seven standup targets provide players with ample opportunities for high-scoring combinations. Two slingshots and two ball kicker lanes add a layer of challenge and strategy, and a star rollover contributes further scoring opportunities. Sound is provided by two chimes, and a slam tilt wipes out all credits.

The design and artwork of Wipe-Out are typical of its era, with a clean, geometric aesthetic that emphasizes the machine's electronic components. While little information is available regarding the designer or any specific artistic influences, it's clear that Coffee-Mat sought to create a visually appealing machine that would appeal to players. There is no record of Wipe-Out being widely released or well-documented in pinball literature, making this machine an increasingly rare find among enthusiasts and collectors.