ZEN Pinball 2

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. ZTGD
    Jan 15, 2014
    95
    If you enjoy pinball in any shape or form, Zen Pinball 2 is a must download.
  2. Destructoid
    Jan 10, 2014
    95
    Zen Pinball is a must-have anywhere you can grab it, and Zen Pinball 2 specifically on PlayStation 4 is equally just as desirable -- if not more-so.
  3. Gamers' Temple
    Jan 31, 2014
    90
    From Soho down to Brighton, it's the best videogame version of pinball you'll find.
  5. PlayStation Universe
    Jan 7, 2014
    90
    A word of warning though: unless you really understand pinball and the strategy behind it and what all the individual lights, holes, ramps and bumpers mean on each table you won’t get the best out of Zen Pinball 2.
  6. Gamestyle
    Dec 23, 2013
    90
    Zen Pinball 2 is the game for the more casual fan, but pinball enthusiasts will also have a great time, despite the physics not quite being 100% realistic. The buttery smooth 60fps in 1080p also does wonders for the experience and this is the best version of a Zen made pinball game yet.
  7. IGN Italia
    Jan 20, 2014
    80
    There's no added benefit to the PS4 version. It's just the same game with the same tables we've come to adore on PS3, but that doesn't stop it from being a very good game.
  8. Vandal
    Dec 24, 2013
    80
    The great pinball simulator we already know arrives on PS4 letting us download all the tables we've already purchased on PS3 and PS Vita versions. There's no new additions, but the experience is as good and addictive as it is on other platforms.
  9. COGconnected
    Jan 29, 2014
    75
    As it stands, the game is a fun romp, but only if you can get past the differences from real pinball psychologically.
  10. SpazioGames
    Jan 12, 2014
    70
    Solid, fun, free and cross-buy. There's really no reason not to download Zen Pinball 2 on PS4. The table included free - Sorcerer's Lair - is of excellent quality and will entertain a lot. If you have some friends to share the charts, in addition, the value of this product rises dramatically.
  11. Push Square
    Dec 26, 2013
    70
    After its enjoyable outings on previous platforms, Zen Pinball 2 has arrived on the PS4 in good form. Assuming that you can get past the inflexible purchasing options and cut through the sometimes overwhelming digital gloss, you’ll find a flipping fun game with an addictive core at its steel-coated centre.
  12. Eurogamer Italy
    Dec 23, 2013
    70
    Zen Pinball 2 for PlayStation 4 is a solid pinball game like the PS3 and Vita versions, but unfortunately there’s a small delay with flippers and DualShock 4 controls. Owners of PS3/Vita versions can automatically download tables purchased in the past at no extra cost, which is nice since Pinball Arcade doesn’t allow you to do that.
  13. DarkStation
    May 20, 2014
    60
    It is not a bad experience, but it is probably not the one that should be at the top of your wish list.

Awards & Rankings

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#10 Best PS4 Game of 2013
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#20 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2013
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#17 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2013

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User Score
7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 92 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 92
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 92
  3. Negative: 17 out of 92
  1. ivansword
    Dec 30, 2013
    9
    Also known as Pinball FX2, it arrives on PS4 with the ability to bring up to a reported 20 tables with it. Running at 60 FPS, the action isAlso known as Pinball FX2, it arrives on PS4 with the ability to bring up to a reported 20 tables with it. Running at 60 FPS, the action is as smooth as should be expected, details are gorgeous, and the game is more responsive than it has ever been. Owning all the tables on nearly every available platform, I can say this gives my high end gaming PC a run for the money while playing the Steam versions. 3d capabilities have not been tested yet; however, if they are as solid as they were on PS3 (aside from some minor convergence issues) the tables should display marvelously given a quality display. Ignore complaints of being charged with tables... is this not the trend anymore? Zen has followed this model for years, and this should be expected as such. Certainly you will get a table for free, but they provide quality demos of each table for individuals to make their own decisions and pay for the ones the choose. Beyond that, the tables are loosely inspired by real world tables, and carry some elements of love from their reality based counterparts, though they may not be recognizable to a younger generation. The physics are getting better, but this is more of a fantasy simulation pinball. If you are expecting anything more, than look to Pinball Arcade, a worthy mention replicating real tables. Zen has managed to produce Pinball tables that have great rule sets, awesome challenges, and offer hours of fun, depth, skill development, and will rank you on leaderboards. Seriously, Zen tables run about $3.00 a table. In my experience, that is $3.00 of happiness. Not all tables are winners, that's why they offer demos, but there's bound to be a table that everyone who claims to be a pinball fan can enjoy. Why are you still reading...? Give Zen a whirl, and try a table or two. At the end of the day, you will have likely spent more money on your lunch, coffee, or some App on a phone you may hardly use. Obviously I am a fan; however, I am a fan because the tables are worth the time. Few games have the ability to earn my time, and like all good things... Zen will keep you coming back if you let it.… Full Review »
  2. Superdooper
    Dec 29, 2013
    0
    This game lures you in with a freebie price tag but you have to buy tables to play it. There is one free table. After that you need to buyThis game lures you in with a freebie price tag but you have to buy tables to play it. There is one free table. After that you need to buy packs in order to play. Developers are figuring out freemium games of this nature are more profitable than just making it cheap and offering a small variety with in game purchases for those that want more.… Full Review »
  3. Nel
    Mar 21, 2017
    5
    A "Free" to play game which includes almost no free game content. The game reminds me of many other classical pinball games. Would have beenA "Free" to play game which includes almost no free game content. The game reminds me of many other classical pinball games. Would have been better as a game which you could have bought and got the full content.… Full Review »
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