Stripping Funny, a vintage EM release from the Spanish manufacturer Inder, offers a stripped-down, arcade-style take on the classic billiards theme. Eschewing the complexity of modern digital displays for the tactile charm of mechanical score reels, this single-player machine focuses on the fundamentals of shot placement and rhythm. With a playfield anchored by a pair of snappy flippers and a quintet of pop bumpers, the game demands precision to navigate the cluttered layout and rack up points in true retro fashion.
The mechanical design leans into the high-energy, unpredictable nature of billiards-inspired pinball. Players must navigate two strategically placed kick-out holes and a pair of standup targets that serve as the primary obstacles for building bonuses. Because the machine relies on classic EM physics, the action is fast and unforgiving; keeping the ball away from the slingshots is paramount, as the five pop bumpers are positioned to send the ball careening toward the outlanes with little notice. It is a quintessential example of mid-era European design, prioritizing mechanical reliability and a sharp learning curve over the sprawling narratives of contemporary tables.