Play Psycho Pinball (October 1994) Online

Psycho Pinball came out for the Sega Genesis in 1994, developed by Codemasters. It was part of that wave of pinball games trying to push beyond simple flipper physics, offering something with more personality and weirdness than the average table. It fit right in with the platform's library, which had plenty of arcade-style experiences that valued quick action and a distinct visual style.

You control the flippers, trying to keep the ball in play across several themed tables, like a horror-themed one or a sci-fi lab. The main objective is to score as many points as possible by hitting specific targets and completing table modes. Signature mechanics include multi-ball sequences that fill the screen with chaos, and interactive toys on the table, like a ramp that leads to a mini-game or a magnet that can save your ball. The pacing is fast and often unforgiving; one mistake can send your ball straight down the middle before you even react. It feels like a constant, tense scramble against the game's own clever obstacles.