Pinball FX 2

1. Harmil

   Aug 3, 2013

   10

   Pinball FX 2 is a great game and a great pinball simulation. Hardcore real-world pinball table geeks will find flaws with the simulation, butPinball FX 2 is a great game and a great pinball simulation. Hardcore real-world pinball table geeks will find flaws with the simulation, but I think it's safe to say that this is as good as it's gotten. Most of the tables are what are known as "fantasy" tables. That is, they do some things that aren't possible or would be prohibitive with a real table. That said, they're almost all really fun to play. The Steam version comes with a free table that's excellent, so there's no reason not to try it out!… Expand

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2. tupungato

   Jul 26, 2014

   10

   Did you love old school pinball games like Psycho Pinball, Slam Tilt, Epic Pinball and Pinball Fantasies? Well, Pinball FX 2 is for you.Did you love old school pinball games like Psycho Pinball, Slam Tilt, Epic Pinball and Pinball Fantasies? Well, Pinball FX 2 is for you. Brilliant graphics, good gameplay, many tables (occasionally available in cheap game bundles) and fun way to compare scores to your Steam friends.
   
   It is the first pinball game in years that keeps me playing!… Expand

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4. SoulMyst

   Jul 21, 2013

   10

   Reflection: ON 16x Q CSAA: ON under graphics settings and you will have the most beautiful and meticulously crafted set of stunning pinballReflection: ON 16x Q CSAA: ON under graphics settings and you will have the most beautiful and meticulously crafted set of stunning pinball tables ever made... View:7 and any table I play is fun and full of surprises the more I play the more unexpected things happen and every table is an absolute joy to try and master...
   
   FANTASTIC!! 10/10… Expand

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5. Lestal

   Jun 24, 2013

   9

   Juego de pinball con muy buen control hacia tiempo que no jugaba un pinball y que me divirtiese tanto, puedes ver los records de tus amigos yJuego de pinball con muy buen control hacia tiempo que no jugaba un pinball y que me divirtiese tanto, puedes ver los records de tus amigos y las mejores puntuaciones,muchas mesas por jugar
   
   Lo malo que debes pagar las mesas como si fuese dlc… Expand

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6. mgd

   Oct 21, 2013

   9

   Only negative is the flippers have only one "strength" setting. You can't hammer or tap the flippers, reducing some fun as the table becomesOnly negative is the flippers have only one "strength" setting. You can't hammer or tap the flippers, reducing some fun as the table becomes predictable over time.
   Great game with *Amazing* demo system. You can infinitely play as many demos of every table as long as you like, once you get past a "demo score limit" you go into sudden death. The demo doesn't allow you to experience all the table has to offer (missions/ multipliers, etc.) but gives you a perfect idea of what the table is about.… Expand

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7. pyxxel

   Dec 2, 2014

   9

   I've been a pinball fan for like forever both on the computer and in RL and have been looking for a good pinball simulator for quite someI've been a pinball fan for like forever both on the computer and in RL and have been looking for a good pinball simulator for quite some time, since my old games don't work any more on modern systems.
   
   Like many others I bought this game with 18 tables unlocked in a Humble Bundle sale. This was evidently a snip (I paid $8) plus it's for a good cause too. Over the past 2 days I've played through most of my tables and must say after an initial disappointment (input lag, more below) I'm quite impressed.
   
   +++ PHYSICS: This is what pinball games and real pinball machines hinge on - if the table physics are off, you won't enjoy it. "Out of the box" the flippers lagged terribly for me. There was a delay of maybe 300ms which made it unplayable. Luckily there is an easy fix out there via some graphics cards settings which remedies the problems almost completely. I say "almost" since there still is an extremely small delay, but certainly no more than on a real-life pinball machine.
   
   That issue aside, on some tables the ball feels heavier than on others, but this is the same with actual pinball machines depending on their gradient. All other physics seem perfectly fine and believable, if you take away all the many special effects which you'll never get in real life!
   
   +++ GRAPHICS: Not much to moan about here. The colours are vibrant and enhance immersion. Reflections and glares are realistic (as long as you turn off ball traces!) and really add to a super-fun experience.
   
   What you won't see in real life are all the many special effects that have been added to the tables - X-wing fighters shooting lasers across the table, action figures coming to life and playing out fight sequences on the side of the table, and a myriad of other sweet gimmicks that you'll have fun encountering. Some tables include cut scenes to introduce the story lines. You can see that a lot of work and loving attention has been put into the design, and it really pays off.
   
   +++ SOUND: Really impressive. The typical sounds are all there, give you the necessary feedback and are very appropriate, but added into the mix are the sounds for all the added effects, which make it all so much more satisfying. The tables really come to life with all the whirrs, clangs, voice-overs and fanfares, and it never stops. The only complaint one could have is that at times there's too much going on!
   
   +++ DESIGN: The tables are very varied in their designs and contain an abundance of hidden surprises to unlock. Some of the ramps are totally outrageous, and it's a lot of fun learning where the unlocks are and where to shoot to get further into the table. Ball runs are very well balanced.
   
   +++ GAMEPLAY: This simulator is sometimes challenging, but never unforgiving. It's possible to get a real feel for each table and get better over time, which is about the best verdict you could give for a pinball game. All the pro player moves like trapping balls on the flippers, moving them over from one side to the other and skill-shooting are possible and can be learned by practice. It's all very smooth and enjoyable and suits both casual players as well as a more seasoned veterans.
   
   OVERALL VERDICT: 9/10 - very little to complain about, extremely satisfying gameplay, 1 point deducted for the initial issue with the input lag on the flippers. Info on remedies can be found on the Steam forums.… Expand

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8. Widden

   Dec 29, 2014

   0

   Unplayable in super-widescreen setup (3 screens) as the menus don't cater for anything but the average monitor.
   This site needs 150 chars soUnplayable in super-widescreen setup (3 screens) as the menus don't cater for anything but the average monitor.
   This site needs 150 chars so I need to type in some more bs.… Expand

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