Alien Poker Pinball Machine

Alien Poker is a classic early solid-state pinball machine released by Williams in 1981. Known for its wild alien-themed gambling artwork and straightforward but challenging rule set, Alien Poker is a favorite among players who enjoy drop-target strategy and risk-reward scoring.

You can play Alien Poker pinball in Green Bay, Wisconsin at District 82 Pinball Arcade, where this machine is kept in excellent condition and plays fast and true.

Pinball Machine Features

Alien Poker focuses on precision shooting and smart shot order:

  • Classic early solid-state Williams gameplay
  • Eye-catching fantasy alien gambling artwork
  • Central 5-bank drop targets, the main scoring objective
  • Complete the drops in order (from right to left) to build the Royal Flush value
  • Hit the four Kings across the top lanes to multiply the Royal Flush
  • Blue (Purple here) target increases your bonus multiplier
  • This machine is a particularly clean and well-maintained example of the title

The center drop targets combined with top-lane multipliers define the entire strategy of the game.

Gameplay Crash Course

Alien Poker is all about building and multiplying the Royal Flush while controlling the ball:

  • Complete the Kings in the top lanes to multiply Royal Flush value
  • Knock down the 5-bank drop targets in order for maximum scoring
  • Completing the drops correctly can score up to 400,000 points
  • Shoot the blue target to increase your bonus multiplier

Focus on accuracy over speed — this game rewards controlled, intentional shots.

Top Tip from Pintips.net

Multiply the Royal Flush by completing the Kings in the top lanes, then clear the drop targets in order to reach the 400K max value. Don’t forget to hit the blue target to boost your bonus X.

More Tips & Resources

For additional rules, history, and player discussions, check out these resources:

  • Community insights and owner tips on Pinside
  • Production details and machine specs on IPDB
  • Find current locations using Pinball Map (Wisconsin listings available)

District 82 features a large collection of high-quality, well-maintained pinball machines all in one location. Be sure to explore the rest of the lineup during your visit.

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