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A little history on Zaccaria

Zaccaria was an Italian pinball manufacturer founded in 1974 by brothers Marino, Franco, and Natale Zaccaria. The company quickly became one of the leading European pinball producers, distinguishing itself with vibrant artwork, innovative playfield features, and distinctive game designs. Unlike many American manufacturers, Zaccaria machines often had unique mechanics, such as timed ball saves, voice synthesis, and eye-catching backglass animations. Their use of bright colors and creative themes made them stand out in the competitive pinball market of the late 1970s and early 1980s.

Throughout its production years, Zaccaria released over 40 pinball titles, including popular games like Soccer Kings (1982), Devil Riders (1984), and Magic Castle (1984). The company became known for incorporating advanced technology into its machines, including early alphanumeric displays and deep rule sets. However, as the pinball industry faced decline in the late 1980s, Zaccaria struggled to compete and ultimately ceased pinball production around 1988. Despite its closure, Zaccaria remains a beloved name among collectors, and its machines are still sought after for their unique European styling and gameplay. In recent years, digital recreations of Zaccaria’s pinball tables have helped introduce new generations to the company’s legacy.

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Pinballs:

Spooky_1987 01 04

Spooky

Spooky was manufactured by Zaccaria and was released 1987-01-04
Stars Phoenix_1987 01 01

Star’s Phoenix

Star's Phoenix was manufactured by Zaccaria and was released 1987-01-01
Mexico 86_1986 07 01

Mexico 86

Mexico 86 was manufactured by Zaccaria and was released 1986-07-01
Blackbelt_1986 03 01

Blackbelt

Blackbelt was manufactured by Zaccaria and was released 1986-03-01
Mystic Star_1986 01 01

Mystic Star

Mystic Star was manufactured by Zaccaria and was released 1986-01-01
Zankor_1986 01 01

Zankor

Zankor was manufactured by Zaccaria and was released 1986-01-01
Clown_1985 07 01

Clown

Clown was manufactured by Zaccaria and was released 1985-07-01
Robot_1985 01 01

Robot

Robot was manufactured by Zaccaria and was released 1985-01-01
Pool Champion_1985 01 01

Pool Champion

Pool Champion was manufactured by Zaccaria and was released 1985-01-01
Magic Castle_1984 01 09

Magic Castle

Magic Castle was manufactured by Zaccaria and was released 1984-01-09