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Theatre of Magic Pinside Rating
This game received 1089 approved Pinsider ratings and currently rates 8.439 /10
Theatre of Magic
Score breakdown
Score breakdown in the 4 main categories:
Game Design: 8.633
Artwork: 8.509
Sounds/Music: 7.824
Other Aspects: 8.48
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8.308/10
12 years ago
Chicago, IL
I get a huge kick out of this game. Its an accessible theme, the rule set is fun for beginners as well as more experienced players. I really love it.
Melbourne
9.416/10
12 years ago
This game has great flow. It is super fast and it is one of my favorite games in my collection. I can only play it so long because it isn't a very deep game but it is a game that I would never choose to get rid of. I do wish that the trunk didn't give me so many issues but when it is working correctly it is an awesome toy. I enjoy this more than CV and PM.
8.524/10
12 years ago
Theatre of Magic is a great game. I enjoy the magic crate and getting it to spin to start the variety of modes. The integration of the magic theme into the game is perfect. I enjoy hitting the ball into the trapdoor after making the long ramp shot. The quotes from the game are great and widely varied. This is one of the best pinball games available.
7.000/10
12 years ago
Really liked this game but it fell flat for me with the rules. If the rules were updated and enhanced this would be a top ten for me. Overall great game just not a long term players game.
Sana'a
8.940/10
12 years ago
One of my favorites that I come back and play. Just a great exciting game. Also more forgiving that some pins I've played. A game that is challenging in many ways, but also not ruthless in taking your ball away. The only thing I don't like is the launcher/plunger, and the skill shot is performed by the flipper instead of the plunger.
9.485/10
12 years ago
Nearly Magical Experience. Incredible flow, can really play this one 'on the fly' without much need to slow the ball down. Smooth raps, fun modes, excellent toys make this one of my favorites to play on location. The first time i activated multi-ball and the electro-magnet on the trunk activated, I was pleasantly surprised! I also rather enjoy the lanes up top, and the mirror above them making it look as if the ball was traveling upwards magically.
8.454/10
12 years ago
A good, solid pinball. The rotating trunk is definitely the centerpiece and plays a big part of the game. I like the challenges and goals, but the sounds do get a bit repetitive at times. Still, it's always worth a play.
Paris
8.760/10
12 years ago
Fast and smooth with plenty of ramps and loops to hit. Lots of neat toys and fun modes. The DMD screen is well used. Highly recommended if you can find one in the wild that is working properly. Have one of these at the bar I work at but it is broken often.
9.558/10
12 years ago
Unknown City
What can I say other than 'just...one...more...go'. Everyone who comes and plays on mine says that over and over again. TOM can be difficult if you don't get the shots lined up right. If you do then it just flows so well. Either way it manages to to always make a loss seem like your fault so you want just one more go. One of the all time pinball greats. Another thing you say a lot when you own one is 'just...one...more...trunk'. Needs replacing often. I tend to keep a stock just in case..
7.692/10
12 years ago
Great flow. Fun to play, despite the fact that the game I played was in fair condition.
7.892/10
12 years ago
Litvinov
A nice game, but for me a bit too focussed on the trunk, and I have a personal dislike of the voice used on this and other Popadiuk games, I find them to polished and clever, with no 'humour' element... give me a crappy 80's electronic 'robotic' voice anyday to the very well spoken and clear almost 'cocky' voice of this machine ;-)
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