You can use the regular flipper buttons, but the handles are more fun and potentially score more bonus also. I would second this game as an option. It was my only game for a couple years, and there is plenty to shoot for to keep it interesting. Close up the outlanes, and it's a fairly easy player also. Even now that I'm a much better player with a larger collection, shooting for the wizard mode can keep me entertained (and frustrated) for the entire evening. I would also give a vote to Jurassic Park. Although it tends to pretty brutal with the outlane drains.