Flipnic: Ultimate Pinball

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Capcom
  • Release Date: Jul 13, 2005
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  • Summary: "Flipnic is an enjoyable simple-action amazing pinball game for you." And UbiSoft's delightfully surreal game is just that, a wonderfully entertaining slice of ball-flipping action that anyone can enjoy. The first thing you'll notice when you get your mitts on Flipnic is just how huge the"Flipnic is an enjoyable simple-action amazing pinball game for you." And UbiSoft's delightfully surreal game is just that, a wonderfully entertaining slice of ball-flipping action that anyone can enjoy. The first thing you'll notice when you get your mitts on Flipnic is just how huge the 'tables' are. Based on five different themes, including Jungle, Techno and Metal, these unique worlds contain stunning landscapes, complete with their own individual wildlife, flora and fauna. The first set of tables has a lush tropical look, with butterflies floating over the game as you frantically bash buttons in an attempt to achieve Flipnic's surreal objectives. The challenges include saving pink flamingos from the jaws of hungry crocodiles, destroying UFOs, and feeding hungry monkeys by knocking bananas into their waiting paws. And when you're not putting your mean pinballing skills to the test in single-player mode, you can also throw down the gauntlet to friends in multiplayer modes, with Pinball Soccer and Pinball Basketball available for two-player action. Possibly the most surreal addition to the genre, Flipnic sports beautifully vibrant graphics, intuitive controls, and some of the best ball physics you'll ever encounter in a pinball sim. [Playstation.com]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 28
  3. Negative: 3 out of 28
  1. GameReviewer
    82
    Virtually every aspect of Flipnic's presentation is both wonderfully fresh and original. From the beautiful menu designs to the dry yet sweet voiceovers and the well orchestrated BGM tracks, the atmosphere generated is quite unlike anything else experienced.
  2. Play Magazine
    75
    Granted, the game can be horribly frustrating and it's still constrained by the fairly simple nature of pinball, but Flipnic sets a new standard nonetheless. [July 2005, p.78]
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  3. PSX Extreme
    74
    Flipnic, with its solid physics, dynamic tables, and Fantavision-esque presentation is fun and unique. It's also budget-priced, which is never a bad thing.
  4. My Gamer
    68
    A remarkably polished bargain title with limited scope. Like a visit from a distant relative, it's fun for a while but tends to overstay its welcome.
  5. netjak
    60
    The ball travels with the speed and solidity you’d expect on a real pinball table. This makes timing your shots a pleasurable experience. [JPN Import]
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  6. GamerFeed
    60
    You can get stuck in a particular section for quite some time, or unfairly snatched up mid--play. The design of the tables make up for this somewhat, and the price is nice at $20. Go and flip out for a bit.
  7. GameShark
    33
    Quite simply it screams bargain bin. You could say it’s so bad, it could be a cult classic, but you’ll have to give it a few years. Otherwise, avoid it.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Monta
    Dec 2, 2010
    10
    I love this game! I'm 54 and have grown up on pinball, my son is 13 and grew up on video games. Flipnic is where we meet. TheI love this game! I'm 54 and have grown up on pinball, my son is 13 and grew up on video games. Flipnic is where we meet. The graphics are superb as are all the different arenas.… Expand
  2. IbrahimM.
    Feb 2, 2004
    10
    Wonderfull arenaz.
  4. RodrigoM.
    Oct 19, 2005
    10
    Espetacular game, the grafics are amazing and the fun is great, buy for your self now!!!!! Congratulations Capcom!!!!
  5. MattC.
    Feb 8, 2004
    9
    Help, Flipnic is sepriving me of sleep. I'm off the have another 'just one more go'.
  6. Mobius
    Aug 17, 2005
    9
    Flipnik takes every thing that is fun about pinball and then adds playability. first off flipnik does not use a traditional table instead it Flipnik takes every thing that is fun about pinball and then adds playability. first off flipnik does not use a traditional table instead it has a themed world of some sort, the multiball is furious and there are loads of intresting stuff to do, i picked it up thinking that i fancyed a pinball game and after loading it up i was blown away with something new and fresh in the pinball world. even though this s a fantastic game i wouldnt pay anymore than £12, thats what i paid for it brand new.… Expand
  7. RobinH.
    Sep 10, 2005
    8
    Much better than I expected - silly, but easy to play. Reccommended for kids.
  8. Adam
    Feb 24, 2004
    6
    Fajnie zrobiony ale mêcz¹cy , trzeba okropnie d³ugo graæ a to jest katorga niestety.

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