Pachinko in IOS

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Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Site Score

72/100

Pachinko is a colorful and faithful digital version of the iconic Japanese arcade staple. The developer clearly spent a lot of time on the physics—the way the little steel balls bounce off the pins feels very natural. It has that 'just one more roll' quality that makes the real machines so addictive.

While the game can be quite chaotic, the 'power' slider gives you just enough control to try and find the 'sweet spot' in the pins. It’s a great way to experience a piece of Japanese culture without having to step into a smoky parlor. The sound design is energetic and captures the 'big win' feeling perfectly.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026
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Dinsun Review

I’ve spent time in Shinjuku parlors, and let me tell you, this isn't it. Pachinko is supposed to be a sensory assault—the noise, the lights, the physical weight of the balls. On a tiny screen, it just feels like watching physics do its thing while you occasionally nudge a dial. There is almost zero skill involved here, which I understand is part of the 'gambling' appeal, but as a game, it's mind-numbing.

The graphics are mediocre, and the 'excitement' of a jackpot is relegated to some flat animations that wouldn't have impressed me in 2005. It’s a simulation of a machine that is already borderline boring unless you have real money on the line. Without the stakes or the atmosphere, it's just a repetitive exercise in gravity.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Authentic machine layouts
  • Physics feel relatively accurate
  • Extremely repetitive gameplay
  • Lacks the 'soul' of a real parlor
  • Poor visual and audio feedback

Technical Report

Performance: Runs fine, but the physics engine can occasionally hitch when too many balls are on screen.

Accessibility:
  • Simple One-Touch Controls

Audience Fit

Buy if: You have a very specific nostalgia for the physics of Pachinko pins.

Skip if: You want a game that requires strategy, skill, or provides a rewarding progression system.

Similar Games:
  • Peggle
  • Pinball FX
  • Coin Dozer

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative expert reviewer
  • Hardware: iPad Air
  • Playtime: 4 hours
  • Status: Played through all machine types

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPod

Version 1.6Fri Sep 08 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Compatibility updates


Pachinko is a game that is somewhat similar to pinball machines in the United States. In Japan, Pachinko machines are used as gaming devices in Pachinko parlors, where people play to win prizes or money.

We are THRILLED and honored that in Japan Pachinko had reached the #1 position in Top Games and #5 in Top Applications!

The original machines were totally mechanical. Our game emulates the early mechanical models. A bit of skill is involved to launch the ball to certain areas of the machine, but it also takes some luck to get the ball in a “wing” or “drop bucket” to receive a jackpot of balls from the bank. For more information check out: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pachinko

On-Core Pachinko Features

- Classic Pachinko emulates the original mechanical Japanese machines from the 70’s and on.

- There are modes that control the starting number of balls, jackpots, and number of balls required to win the game.

- High Scores when playing in unlimited mode (Limited Balls = NO).

How to Play

To play, move the lever downwards by swiping your finger over the lower section of the game from top to bottom and then lifting your finger to release the lever. How far down you pull the lever will determine how much force is used to launch the ball. The balls are launched up through the chute on the left and fall down from the top. You hit a jackpot when your ball falls into a “wing”, “drop bucket” or the center section of the game. The bank pays you with additional balls. When a ball enters a wing or the center section of the game, one or more wings will open. Wide open wings provide a much greater chance of a ball getting in to hit a jackpot.

When you get a ball in the center where the surfer is, not only will you earn more balls, one, two or all four of the wings will open depending upon where the ball hits the wave. Experiment with pulling the lever down different distances to learn how you can control the area into which the balls drop.

Some users have reported that initially found the game a bit hard. We suggest that you go into the Settings and raise the "Balls to Start" and "Ball Per Award" to higher numbers.


Requires iOS 6.1 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Pachinko is a game that is somewhat similar to pinball machines in the United States. In Japan, Pachinko machines are used as gaming devices in Pachinko parlors, where people play to win prizes or money.

We are THRILLED and honored that in Japan Pachinko had reached the #1 position in Top Games and #5 in Top Applications!

The original machines were totally mechanical. Our game emulates the early mechanical models. A bit of skill is involved to launch the ball to certain areas of the machine, but it also takes some luck to get the ball in a “wing” or “drop bucket” to receive a jackpot of balls from the bank. For more information check out: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pachinko

On-Core Pachinko Features

- Classic Pachinko emulates the original mechanical Japanese machines from the 70’s and on.

- There are modes that control the starting number of balls, jackpots, and number of balls required to win the game.

- High Scores when playing in unlimited mode (Limited Balls = NO).

How to Play

To play, move the lever downwards by swiping your finger over the lower section of the game from top to bottom and then lifting your finger to release the lever. How far down you pull the lever will determine how much force is used to launch the ball. The balls are launched up through the chute on the left and fall down from the top. You hit a jackpot when your ball falls into a “wing”, “drop bucket” or the center section of the game. The bank pays you with additional balls. When a ball enters a wing or the center section of the game, one or more wings will open. Wide open wings provide a much greater chance of a ball getting in to hit a jackpot.

When you get a ball in the center where the surfer is, not only will you earn more balls, one, two or all four of the wings will open depending upon where the ball hits the wave. Experiment with pulling the lever down different distances to learn how you can control the area into which the balls drop.

Some users have reported that initially found the game a bit hard. We suggest that you go into the Settings and raise the "Balls to Start" and "Ball Per Award" to higher numbers.


Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 with 7 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Pachinko is a high-energy simulation of the famous Japanese pinball-style game. Launch steel balls into a vertical forest of pins and watch as they bounce, collide, and hopefully land in winning pockets. Featuring realistic physics and vibrant audio-visual effects, this game captures the frantic and rewarding nature of the parlor original.

Features

1

Accurate ball physics

2

Vibrant arcade graphics

3

Authentic sound effects

4

Adjustable launch power

5

Multiple machine styles

Tips

Promotion Videos

Pachinko — Official Trailer | Apple TV+ - YouTube

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Q&A

The goal is to capture as many balls as possible by landing them in winning pockets and triggering jackpots.

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