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NBA Fastbreak Pinside Rating
This game received 270 approved Pinsider ratings and currently rates 7.808 /10
NBA Fastbreak
Score breakdown
Score breakdown in the 4 main categories:
Game Design: 7.987
Artwork: 7.39
Sounds/Music: 7.386
Other Aspects: 7.987
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8.448/10
3 years ago
Rockwall, TX
I truly believe this is one of the most underrated pins out there. The fun factor is off the charts. Link up 2 games and it's insanely fun!
9.320/10
4 years ago
An overlooked title. I think this is one of the best theme integrations, because the scoring is in line with basketball. The number of selectable teams offers more variety than any my thing else.
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6.661/10
4 years ago
This is a surprisingly fun game and I am not a basketball fan. The scoring is really unique in that it is scored like a basketball game. I got 112 on my first game which is evidently a pretty good score. I would certainly buy one of these if I came across one at the right price.
7.702/10
4 years ago
Malmö
Really fun and different way of playing and scoring in a pinball table.
The whole setup and scoring strategy took me a while getting used to- but unlike World Cup Soccer this game really manages to engage you in the action and make it interesting and addictive. And at this point it is worth mentioning that I usually prefer soccer-matches over basketball any day of the week.....
Gameplay is fast but not brutal with a interesting combination of shots possible. The main gimmick, a center target which is to be shot from one of four habitrails, aside from the main ramp, really adds to the fun here, although it brings a lot of stop-n-go to the actual play.
Being so odd as a game. I'm not sure about lastability for this pinball in a small collection. But its definitively a fun and accessible pinball........
Only negative thing to be said about Fastbreak is that the cabinet art looks horrible. Everything else is pretty neat.
The whole setup and scoring strategy took me a while getting used to- but unlike World Cup Soccer this game really manages to engage you in the action and make it interesting and addictive. And at this point it is worth mentioning that I usually prefer soccer-matches over basketball any day of the week.....
Gameplay is fast but not brutal with a interesting combination of shots possible. The main gimmick, a center target which is to be shot from one of four habitrails, aside from the main ramp, really adds to the fun here, although it brings a lot of stop-n-go to the actual play.
Being so odd as a game. I'm not sure about lastability for this pinball in a small collection. But its definitively a fun and accessible pinball........
Only negative thing to be said about Fastbreak is that the cabinet art looks horrible. Everything else is pretty neat.
8.168/10
5 years ago
First I will say I am not a basketball guy. . . but I really liked playing this game. The basket shot made the game. Would I own one? Probably not. Would I play the game again? You Bet!
8.424/10
5 years ago
Brisbane
All my reviews are going to follow a simple formula for those reading.
Number of shots to make - Pro's - Con's - Must Have Mods - What To Look For When Buying
Number of shots - 6 - average
Pro's:
* Scoring in Basketball points is actually great fun nobody feels like they can't win on ball 3
* Call outs from same person as NBA Jam really good
* Setting a High Score for 29 teams is a great challenge
* Easy fan layout for beginners to enjoy
* Trying to win a championship ring is a good challenge for more advanced players
* Interactive backglass is fun to play
Cons:
* Very unlikely linked machines would sit in a home environment
* Topper & side panels though they look okay, take up much more space
* Trivia is outdated in today's age
Must Have Mods: (Note I will not include things like LED's, Color DMD, Invisiglass or Speaker Upgrades unless it's really badly needed)
* Custom Team Basketball from Pinball Haus
* Basketball speaker grill stencil
What To Look For When Buying
* Main basket ramp nearly always broken or cracked in the hoop part
* Left scoop shot rubber can be missing and hard to replace
* Shoot button on lockdown bar can be damaged
Number of shots to make - Pro's - Con's - Must Have Mods - What To Look For When Buying
Number of shots - 6 - average
Pro's:
* Scoring in Basketball points is actually great fun nobody feels like they can't win on ball 3
* Call outs from same person as NBA Jam really good
* Setting a High Score for 29 teams is a great challenge
* Easy fan layout for beginners to enjoy
* Trying to win a championship ring is a good challenge for more advanced players
* Interactive backglass is fun to play
Cons:
* Very unlikely linked machines would sit in a home environment
* Topper & side panels though they look okay, take up much more space
* Trivia is outdated in today's age
Must Have Mods: (Note I will not include things like LED's, Color DMD, Invisiglass or Speaker Upgrades unless it's really badly needed)
* Custom Team Basketball from Pinball Haus
* Basketball speaker grill stencil
What To Look For When Buying
* Main basket ramp nearly always broken or cracked in the hoop part
* Left scoop shot rubber can be missing and hard to replace
* Shoot button on lockdown bar can be damaged
7.706/10
5 years ago
Calgary, AB
My wife and I first played this at PHOF in Vegas, and were hooked. Spent some time trying to find one and 2 years later picked up a very nice example of the game. In our collection, this pin offers a lot of value for the money. This game is very unique with it's pf layout and associated basketball scoring (option to change to traditional scoring) and has a ton going on. Although it represents the theme very well, you don't have to be a fan of basketball to enjoy the gameplay. Great for all level of players.
8.716/10
5 years ago
I should start by saying that I'm not a fan of actual basketball at all. This game is really well-designed, though, with some innovative features (including the "Million Dollar" shot that can allow you to save a lost game) that are absent in other titles. There's a mini-game built into the backglass, every team has their own high score (and you need to beat both the number of championship rings as well as the overall score), and the replay value is addictive. Even by itself, even if you're not a fan of basketball, this is a winner.
As the first (and, I believe, only!) linked game, though, it really shines: we ended up picking up a second one, and doing a little legwork to link them, and they're amazing. The end result is a timed game which is both competitive (in that you're still playing against your opponent), but also cooperative: you share multiballs and modes.
I can't imagine why this title isn't higher in the rankings: likely the theme is keeping it down. It's a sleeper, though, whether you have one unit or two. Do yourself a favor and play one. And, pinball manufacturers: give us more linked machines. This format has a ton of unexplored potential!
As the first (and, I believe, only!) linked game, though, it really shines: we ended up picking up a second one, and doing a little legwork to link them, and they're amazing. The end result is a timed game which is both competitive (in that you're still playing against your opponent), but also cooperative: you share multiballs and modes.
I can't imagine why this title isn't higher in the rankings: likely the theme is keeping it down. It's a sleeper, though, whether you have one unit or two. Do yourself a favor and play one. And, pinball manufacturers: give us more linked machines. This format has a ton of unexplored potential!
8.362/10
6 years ago
some don't like this game. I love it because its completely different than other pinball machines. the scoring and theme are integrated great. this game needs more love from pinball but it doesnt get it because it because it scores different and it a sports theme
5.662/10
7 years ago
Paris
I've played on it quite a lot (on location), and it's a pretty fun and challenging game, with an original scoring and some interesting shots to take. The theme works okay: I love NBA and basketball, although I wasn't thrilled about its use on this pin. The sounds can get very repetitive, and can quickly become annoying.
An other thing, certainly explained (I guess) by the mini-game implemented in the backbox: this pin doesn't have a knocker. Which is sad, especially on location.
An other thing, certainly explained (I guess) by the mini-game implemented in the backbox: this pin doesn't have a knocker. Which is sad, especially on location.
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