Psichedelic

Psichedelic stands as an enigmatic yet intriguing specimen in the realm of electromechanical (EM) pinball machines, with no manufacturer formally credited. It closely resembles Gottlieb's 1970 'Psychedelic,' though with a different playfield layout; the cabinet's internal components and score reel hardware appear to be genuine Gottlieb parts, and the coinage is denominated in lire, suggesting an Italian manufacturer assembled the game using Gottlieb components. Its music-themed artwork, featuring a dancing couple amid colorful psychedelic patterns, points to an early-1970s origin.

The gameplay of Psichedelic revolves around two flippers, four pop bumpers, two slingshots, four drop targets, and three standup targets -- a common and reliable combination for EM machines of the era, allowing for rapid-fire action and quick reflexes.

The inclusion of three bells creates a distinct sonic experience characteristic of EM pinball machines, complementing the machine's psychedelic artwork and music theme. Without further documentation of its designer or production history, Psichedelic remains a fascinating example of an Italian-market EM add-a-ball, built with recognizably Gottlieb-sourced hardware under a different name.