Pokémon Pinball Mini

About

Toss a Poké Ball into the mix of pinball mechanics and Pokémon collection. In this handheld spin-off, you control characters like Diglett or Pikachu to fling a ball into holes across 90 levels. Each stage tasks you with guiding the ball to specific targets while earning points and unlocking new play options. Three modes offer varying challenges: progress through stages in Quest, race the clock in Time Attack, or chase high scores in Score Attack. The simplicity of the controls and rhythm of the pinball physics make it easy to pick up but tough to master. The game stands out for its tight level design and the charm of using familiar Pokémon in unexpected ways. With 70 main stages plus bonus modes, the replay value leans on mastering timing and angle adjustments. Though buried in a niche system’s library, it holds a cult following among pinball and Pokémon enthusiasts. The portable format means quick sessions, but the 90-level count ensures there’s more than enough to chew through. Catching new characters to swap in adds a collectible layer that ties back to the broader franchise.

Storyline

Starting with Diglett, the player must play his or her way through a total of 90 levels of pinball (70 in Quest mode, and 10 each in Time Attack and Score Attack), the object usually being to put a Poké Ball (serving as the pinball) in each hole. Along the way, the player can catch more Pokémon to use.