1X2

1X2, a rare and enigmatic electro-mechanical pinball machine from Iberomatic S.A. of Barcelona, Spain, is a fascinating piece of pinball history. Its exact date of production is not officially recorded, but playfield art depicting a soccer betting slip dated February 20, 1972 suggests an early-1970s manufacture. The upper-left corner of the backglass carries the trademark "Satelite," and the gambling theme is built around a betting slip listing paired soccer teams, where bettors would mark '1' or '2' to pick a winner, or 'X' for a tie.

Gameplay on 1X2 is characterized by two flippers and three pop bumpers, providing players with multiple opportunities for high-scoring combinations. Two passive bumpers add an extra layer of challenge to the game, requiring players to carefully navigate their shots to maximize points. The wedge-shaped backbox is typical of EM machines of this era rather than a unique feature, but it suits the machine's overall design.

As one of the lesser-known pinball machines from Iberomatic S.A., 1X2 offers a glimpse into the diverse world of early electro-mechanical pinball, and its soccer-betting theme makes it a distinctive artifact of Spanish gambling culture in the early 1970s.