Chicago Gaming Co.
Attack From Mars (Remake - Special) Pinside Rating
This game received 176 approved Pinsider ratings and currently rates 8.783 /10
Attack From Mars (Remake - Special)
Top 100 ranking
This game ranks 3rd in the game group "Attack from Mars". The group itself ranks #4 in the Pinside Pinball Top 100.
Score breakdown
Score breakdown in the 4 main categories:
Game Design: 8.909
Artwork: 8.562
Sounds/Music: 8.334
Other Aspects: 9.029
Pinside staff rating
This is how we, the very knowledgeable (wink wink) Pinside.com staff & moderators rate this game. 3 of us have rated this game.
This title is part of group: "Attack from Mars"
Found 74 ratings (with comment) on this game
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Acampo, CA
8.840/10
2 years ago
This game is nearly perfect, especially for it's age. Center ship toy exploding is perfect. Ball lock and animations are perfect. Voice callouts and humor are insanely outstanding. Layout is simple but shots feel so good, a top example of one of the best pins of it's era.
9.700/10
2 years ago
Doesn’t get much better than this game. My only complaint is that as a player, I rarely have the opportunity to look up and watch the incredible animations that go along with the game play.
Everything is an A+ grade on this machine. The rules, the game play, the call outs, animations…it just keeps getting better and better. I’ve added the alternate translite and matching side art. It took the game to an even higher level.
Everything is an A+ grade on this machine. The rules, the game play, the call outs, animations…it just keeps getting better and better. I’ve added the alternate translite and matching side art. It took the game to an even higher level.
9.100/10
3 years ago
The remake seems to play harder and faster than the original. I still can’t match my best score on the original. I do love the adjustability of the machine, like the flipper and sling power, it helps make the machine play the way I want. I do like the flippers with a little droop, it’s needed for the side shots, and forces better play. Especially if you play across several machines, it hard to get the timing right for the game to flow.
Playfield is gorgeous, beautiful finish, no issues at all.
I’ve played 300+ games in the first week and can’t stop hitting the start button. THAT is the indication of an amazing game!
Playfield is gorgeous, beautiful finish, no issues at all.
I’ve played 300+ games in the first week and can’t stop hitting the start button. THAT is the indication of an amazing game!
8.180/10
3 years ago
Attack from Mars is a great game and Chicago Gaming has done a great job with the remake! This game deserves a spot in the top 10!
As an arcade owner this is proven theme that patrons love! For a collector, it is similarly proven theme that Chicago Gaming has upgraded to perfection.
I personally prefer it slightly to Med. Madness, as it is slightly harder (but can still have exceptionally long ball times), but not quite as fun.
Pros - Fun humor, proven layout and shots, fun game, great earner, well built,
Cons - Similar layout to other games, can have long ball times,
As an arcade owner this is proven theme that patrons love! For a collector, it is similarly proven theme that Chicago Gaming has upgraded to perfection.
I personally prefer it slightly to Med. Madness, as it is slightly harder (but can still have exceptionally long ball times), but not quite as fun.
Pros - Fun humor, proven layout and shots, fun game, great earner, well built,
Cons - Similar layout to other games, can have long ball times,
8.640/10
3 years ago
Love any game that I can get a billion on LOL. Just a great theme always liked this one shoots smooth, great effects , love blowing up the saucer, got to have that shaker motor going. I think it is one of the best to walk you through shots, wether voice or lights. Straight up fun stuff and the Arnold knock off voice is great!
7.268/10
3 years ago
AFM survives on nostalgia alone. Let’s be honest with ourselves. It simply does not compete with modern pins. Is this game a classic? Yes! Is it a blast to play? Yes? Is it the best fan B/W fan layout? No. Is it a top 5 game? I feel like you’ve got to choose...MM and AFM are basically the same game but MM has more to offer. Also...these remakes don’t feel as good to flip as the originals. That’s a fact.
9.360/10
3 years ago
CGC did an amazing job on these remakes, AFM being my favorite of the bunch. The game is very easy to grasp for a beginner and challenging enough for seasoned players. This table is super smooth all the shots feel and sound great, from the ramps to the orbits. Love the extended
Color lcd/dmd, led speakers and overall art package.
Pros: classic gameplay, call outs, saucer mech, silky smooth shots
Cons: availability
Color lcd/dmd, led speakers and overall art package.
Pros: classic gameplay, call outs, saucer mech, silky smooth shots
Cons: availability
9.283/10
3 years ago
AFM is extremely close to the perfect game. Lights, targets, ramps, sound, speed--it all adds up to a great game. A game so good that it has been *remade* into a newer, more reliable and flashy remake. LEDs everywhere and newer electronics will run trouble free for years..
AFM doesn't get old and worth having in any collection.
AFM doesn't get old and worth having in any collection.
10.000/10
3 years ago
Chicago pinball did it again, this is a great game! Since I purchased mine It is the only game that gets play lately.
The game is fun and challenging for novices and experts.
The game is fun and challenging for novices and experts.
Saskatoon, SK
9.620/10
3 years ago
Every time I see this game on location, I have to play at least a few rounds. Very approachable for novice players, but still adds some difficulty to get to every country. The lighting on the remake is intentionally designed to replicate the effect of incandescent lights, but I would prefer a setting to make the lighting more vibrant (it looks a bit dull compared to other modern pins). The artwork is unique and fun. The playfield flows very nicely, with very satisfying shots, especially the UFO. Overall a fun pin to play.
8.168/10
3 years ago
Good game, lots of fun. Beautiful lighting, fast action play, and challenging. Major drawback -- repetitiveness. Shooting the saucer is continuous.
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