Bally
World Cup Soccer Pinside Rating
This game received 616 approved Pinsider ratings and currently rates 8.090 /10
World Cup Soccer
Score breakdown
Score breakdown in the 4 main categories:
Game Design: 8.424
Artwork: 7.417
Sounds/Music: 7.591
Other Aspects: 8.36
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Sydney
8.052/10
4 years ago
Williamston, MI
WCS94 is one of the best dollar-for-dollar values in pinball. It's a soccer theme, which had been done before, but this game offers more than the other versions. It features the expected soccer goal and goalie, which is a fun and satisfying shot. But this game offers a lot more than just that. The spinning soccer ball is really a fantastic idea, and it works both visually and physically, causing chaos and unpredictability with your ball. If you ball touches that spinning soccer ball, by the time it reaches your flippers it can have some crazy spin on it. Control is pretty important in this game. The shots are actually pretty varied, but the shots up the middle must be precise, as the middle part of the playfield is narrow. The game includes ALOT of features. It has a kickback, several scoops (including one directly in front of the goal which can be used to shoot goals up close - great idea!) 2 excellent ramps and a magna-save above the left flipper. It also features an upper playfield with a magnet for ball saves. The goalie moves left and right to block your shots, and there are 2 more scoops, one near the goal, a "striker" shot and another for TV modes and mystery awards. For a soccer theme, this game offers a lot of variety and some very fun shots and good flow. The music and callouts are ok, perhaps a bit repetitive, but not bad. The artwork is ok, but the cabinet and translite could have been more interesting. The game looks great with mirror blades. This game features some similar shots as other hits of that era, like Scared Stiff, with 2 flowing ramps and a center toy to shoot. With the magna-save and kickback and upper magnet ball lock, this game arguably offers a lot more than SS, but costs half has much. Great game for any skill level too, as beginners can shoot goals, while seasoned players will be challenged to beat countries and get to the final wizard mode. A really solid entry from a legendary era, this one is a winner.
9.169/10
4 years ago
I really love soccer and I love this pin. But the reason my rating is not higher is because the World Cup theme is not implemented to its full potential. The WC mascot is just standing there on backglass, when there’s an exciting soccer game behind him. I do not know what licensing rights that Bally had for this game. But they should have used the official World Cup song somewhere in the game. Also should have used the official WC ball for the spinning soccer ball. But there is a lot of great stuff: 1. Announcer screaming “Goal” 2. The moving goalie shot. 3. Trying to beat Germany in the final. 4. Advancing to the final by beating other teams 5.The animations on dot matrix are fun( Striker’s victory lap, Striker flipping a coin when you plunge the ball, fireworks, and other Bally characters pop up during one of the game modes. There are other fun animated sequences except the Boston Tea Party which has an annoying gulping sound.
8.664/10
4 years ago
Great game for those new to pinball and very family friendly. I think some call outs get repetitive but this pin has a lot going on that keeps you coming back back for more. You can still find these reasonably priced that makes them a great value for what your getting.
La Pocatière, QC
8.978/10
4 years ago
Very fun and addictive game. Easy to understand and fun for all the family. Always a winner for the guest. Fast and good flow, for me,the best Popadiuk game after Cirqus Voltaire. The light show is awsome and beautiful with leds.
8.180/10
4 years ago
This is one of those weird occurrences where a game has the toys, the code, the shots, and seems to just hit all the requirements to make a top 10 game but somehow for some unknown reason just doesn’t do it. Not for me anyways.
I mean, the layout and shots are IDENTICAL to Medieval Madness. That is a good thing right?
Anyways, I just don’t know. The dog mascot doesn’t bother me. I think the goalie shot is genius with the 4 rollover targets acting as a reload so you can’t really spam the goalie shot until you hit the rollovers each time.
It is a great game. And to many people it’s one of the best.
I mean, the layout and shots are IDENTICAL to Medieval Madness. That is a good thing right?
Anyways, I just don’t know. The dog mascot doesn’t bother me. I think the goalie shot is genius with the 4 rollover targets acting as a reload so you can’t really spam the goalie shot until you hit the rollovers each time.
It is a great game. And to many people it’s one of the best.
6.505/10
5 years ago
Malmö
A super nice pin for parties and occasional plays among friends. Certainly kid- and familyfriendly.
As a longlasting pinball table for a small collection with enough variety for a player ? Unfortunately not.
This pinball is fast and has a real cool "randomizer" in the shape of a spinning half orbit of a football, which makes missed shots interesting. The main feature is a soccer goal target in the upper playfield which is guarded by a moving goalkeeper.
The rules are not bad or shallow at all. Favourite part is where you go to different cities and build up rewards.
The pin definitively LOOKS like a lot of fun and has some real interesting ramps and layout ideas. Unfortunately the whole
impression of the gameplay is rather.....underwhelming and plain.
One reason why the game felt boring was the fact that I, as a rather average player, could hit most shots with ease. A small part of a good pinball game should be that the game has the potential to beat your ass right from the start- more than one time.
The autoplunger /"Coin Toss"-arrangement, where you shoot the ball into a short loop which like a bagatelle game drops the ball in one of three close "locations" just seemed more weird than fun or innovative.
I cant describe it any better than this. If WCS is standing next to a midcard EM-game, a onedimensional oldie like Silverball Mania or any of the B-list DMD:s like Cue Ball Wizard; sure I will play it.
If its sitting next to Highspeed 2 Getaway or Whitewater, I would not waste my time on it.
It's a shame because the game looks and sounds good. It has some real fast game action to it, but there is no pinball magic with this table.
As a longlasting pinball table for a small collection with enough variety for a player ? Unfortunately not.
This pinball is fast and has a real cool "randomizer" in the shape of a spinning half orbit of a football, which makes missed shots interesting. The main feature is a soccer goal target in the upper playfield which is guarded by a moving goalkeeper.
The rules are not bad or shallow at all. Favourite part is where you go to different cities and build up rewards.
The pin definitively LOOKS like a lot of fun and has some real interesting ramps and layout ideas. Unfortunately the whole
impression of the gameplay is rather.....underwhelming and plain.
One reason why the game felt boring was the fact that I, as a rather average player, could hit most shots with ease. A small part of a good pinball game should be that the game has the potential to beat your ass right from the start- more than one time.
The autoplunger /"Coin Toss"-arrangement, where you shoot the ball into a short loop which like a bagatelle game drops the ball in one of three close "locations" just seemed more weird than fun or innovative.
I cant describe it any better than this. If WCS is standing next to a midcard EM-game, a onedimensional oldie like Silverball Mania or any of the B-list DMD:s like Cue Ball Wizard; sure I will play it.
If its sitting next to Highspeed 2 Getaway or Whitewater, I would not waste my time on it.
It's a shame because the game looks and sounds good. It has some real fast game action to it, but there is no pinball magic with this table.
9.044/10
5 years ago
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:
* Shooting for goals is great fun particularly for beginners
* Great World Cup final mode
* Spinning soccer ball a nice addition
* Fun multiball with achievable goals
* Callouts are absolutely brilliant and timeless
* 1 of only 2 machines Bowen Kerins owns, that has to be a positive
Cons:
* Not a huge variety in shots
* The 2 bottom scoops aren't worth aiming for
* Magna save though a great idea isn't very useful
Must Have Mods: (Note I will not include things like LED's, Color DMD, Invisiglass or Speaker Upgrades unless it's really badly needed)
* Striker PVC figures at ramp entrances
* Soccer ball shooter
* Soccer ball speaker insert for custom painted balls in speaker
What To Look For When Buying
* Cabinet fading is common
* There is an original topper for the machine though very few seem to have it installed
* Worn out spinning soccer ball
* Planking is common on this machine
* Wear around the scoops
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:
* Shooting for goals is great fun particularly for beginners
* Great World Cup final mode
* Spinning soccer ball a nice addition
* Fun multiball with achievable goals
* Callouts are absolutely brilliant and timeless
* 1 of only 2 machines Bowen Kerins owns, that has to be a positive
Cons:
* Not a huge variety in shots
* The 2 bottom scoops aren't worth aiming for
* Magna save though a great idea isn't very useful
Must Have Mods: (Note I will not include things like LED's, Color DMD, Invisiglass or Speaker Upgrades unless it's really badly needed)
* Striker PVC figures at ramp entrances
* Soccer ball shooter
* Soccer ball speaker insert for custom painted balls in speaker
What To Look For When Buying
* Cabinet fading is common
* There is an original topper for the machine though very few seem to have it installed
* Worn out spinning soccer ball
* Planking is common on this machine
* Wear around the scoops
7.335/10
5 years ago
Friendly and approachable for everyone, lively music and trademark Kitzrow callouts. Decent rules for the era but some things feel unfinished. World Cup Final is a blast and a unique pinball experience. Not the most difficult game but there are remedies. Left flipper magnet is kind of a pinball appendix.
8.020/10
5 years ago
I always enjoy playing World Cup Soccer. It's fun and has a great theme and sounds. The spinning soccer ball and goalie are great parts to the game. The theme is a little dated being from the mid-90s, but it's still one I'd like in my collection one day.
7.480/10
5 years ago
The gameplay is slick. The playfield is bright. I enjoy it overall, but i am justnot too interested in the theme. If you are a soccer fan, however, i could imagine this game would be incredible.
7.943/10
5 years ago
Easy to pick up and play. The rules are not that deep but can still be challenging. Expect long game times. This machine is perfect for casual play. The sound and DMD animations are outstanding and really draw you into the game. Super fun!
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