Party Games

"Party Games", manufactured by SIRMO Games S.A. of Verviers, Belgium in 2007, is a Solid State Electronic (SS) bingo-style, one-ball payout machine that stands out for its unique gameplay features and design. Unlike conventional pinball, this is a flipperless game housed in an upright cabinet with a 17-inch TFT screen at the top; the ball is launched with a manual shooter, and the red button on the cabinet's side is used only to increase stakes before shooting the ball.

One of the most notable aspects of this machine is its extensive use of trap holes - 21 are present on its small bingo-type playfield. This high number of trap holes creates a challenging and unpredictable experience for players, as the ball can fall into one of these chutes to complete winning combinations. There is no free ball return, meaning each shot counts toward the single-ball game.

Credits won can be knocked off for local payout, and paid credits can also be knocked off at the operator's option, with a ticket printed to record the knock-off amount. This payout functionality, combined with its rarity as a 2007 SIRMO release made for export to the United States, makes "Party Games" a fascinating discovery for those exploring the world of Solid State Electronic bingo and payout machines.