Torneo

Torneo, a rare and enigmatic solid-state electronic pinball machine from Spain's Procedimientos Electromagnéticos de Tanteo y Color (Petaco, S.A.), is a hidden gem for pinball enthusiasts. Its exact production year remains unknown, but the same design was exported by Recel as 'Torneo' in 1978, suggesting Petaco's domestic version dates to around the same period. The switch to solid-state electronics reflects the industry's broader transition away from electro-mechanical designs during the mid-to-late 1970s.

Gameplay on Torneo is characterized by its Jousting - Medieval Battle theme, where players navigate knights charging at each other in a medieval tournament. The machine features two flippers, two pop bumpers, two slingshots, and an array of standup targets (10) and spinning targets (2), running on the Recel System III MPU under model number 1056. The combination of these features creates a dynamic gameplay experience that is both challenging and rewarding.

The design and art on Torneo are quintessentially medieval, with intricately detailed artwork depicting knights, castles, and other regal iconography evoking a jousting tournament. While little information is available about Torneo's designer or production history, this pinball machine remains an intriguing and lesser-known artifact in the world of pinball collectibles, sold domestically under the Petaco name and abroad by Recel.