UK Machine Record
Stern · 2026 · at 23 UK venues.
Pokémon is Stern’s pinball machine built around the world of Pokémon, and it turns catching Pokémon into the game’s central objective. The playfield is packed with familiar characters and locations, while the rules are built around exploring, catching and battling rather than simply chasing a collection of unrelated modes.
The game has a strong sense of progression, with different Pokémon presenting different challenges and rewards. It is approachable enough for someone who knows the franchise but has never played serious pinball, while the deeper rules give experienced players plenty to work through.
The important thing is not to treat every Pokémon as an isolated target. Work out what you’re trying to catch and build towards it rather than simply shooting whatever is flashing.
Written by Silverball
Silverball guide · Pokémon
Pokémon buries a small scoring engine under a lot of systems. The modes you play early are worth far less than the permanent multipliers they hand you, and knowing that changes the order you do everything in.
Played Pokémon enough to have an opinion? Write it up.
The figure at the top right of the playfield, above the right orbit.
The oversized ball on the left of the playfield, level with the top of the left ramp.
The Meowth balloon carrying Team Rocket red R across the top of the playfield, with the Team Rocket panel printed under it.
Four labelled inserts down the right-hand side, in that order from the top.
Shot on a Premium. Another edition of Pokémon may not have every feature named here. Written by Silverball
Strategy tips written by players on PinTips , not by Silverball. Best-voted first.
After discovering a Pokémon via filling your discover bar, shoot the Pokédex to scan Pokémon. Then shoot the stand up targets to finish spelling catch the first time. Then shoot the pokéball to catch Pokémon. Shoot scoop for battle.
Shoot main 4 shots 3 times for separate modes
Don’t hold left flipper for skill shot - not unless that outline has been rebuilt
Aim for the center standup targets to break the Team Rocket mech and start multiball modes.
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