Total Game Boy


Hollywood Pinball

Publisher: Take 2 Interactive
Machine: Game Boy Color

 
Published in Total Game Boy Issue 05

Hooray for Hollywood! All your movie faves are here...

Hollywood Pinball

Tarantula's Hollywood Pinball does exactly what it says on the box - provides a range of exciting pinball tables themed on some of Hollywood's most memorable films - all are unofficial, but it's obvious which films they're referring to!

There are eight in total including Shark! (no prize there), Double Agent, Motel Hell, The Adventures Of Robin Hood, Terror Dactyl and Ancient Temple Of The Aztecs. The speed of the ball is such that you have plenty of time to react to most situations, which adds to the longevity of the game.

The Robin Hood table is a good example of what follows with most of them - there's a handfull of feature areas which need to be activated. For example, activate three keys near the top and the castle opens up - bonus central! Similarly, a treasure chest can be plundered for a massive bonus. There's plenty of variety with each new table and Hollywood Pinball represents amazing value for money.

Verdict

Hollywood Pinball

Graphics 60%
Colourful and varied.

Sound 40%
Functional at best.

Playability 60%
Every game is different.

Lastability 60%
You'll soon be hooked.

Overall 88%
Excellent entertainment.