UK Machine Record
Alien Star
Gottlieb · 1984 · at 1 UK venue.
Alien Star is a Gottlieb machine with a classic space-invasion theme. The player takes on waves of extraterrestrial threats through a relatively straightforward collection of targets and lanes.
The machine’s visual style captures the science-fiction aesthetic of early-1980s pinball, while the gameplay relies heavily on traditional shot-making.
There is no need for an enormous strategy guide here. Defend the planet, hit the targets and keep the aliens away from the drain.
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Strategy tips written by players on PinTips , not by Silverball. Best-voted first.
General2 tips
- General
Right inlane lights a short-timed spinner
- General
Spelling both alien AND star will allow you to collect awards at top lanes.
Multiball2 tips
- Multiball
Spell alien on the right standups to light lock at left saucer to start multiball.
- Multiball
Spinner will cycle through the lit playfield multipliers at left scoop. When multiball is started, value will be 2x, 3x, or 5x.
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