Hit the alpine slopes — Williams’ Alpine Club is an electromechanical single-player wrapped in a snow-skiing and vacationing theme, designed by the legendary Steve Kordek with art by Art Stenholm. With reel scoring and a confirmed run of 1,200, it’s a handsome woodrail-era piece from a genuine master of the craft, evoking the crisp, carefree charm of a mountain getaway.
The layout is a busy, feature-rich spread: a generous four flippers, four pop bumpers, three passive bumpers, a pair of slingshots, a whopping twelve rollover buttons, two kick-out holes, a standup target, and a right-outlane ball return gate. That’s a wealth of scoring opportunities — all twelve rollover buttons give a player plenty to work through, while the four flippers open up extra attacking angles and the mix of pop and passive bumpers promises a lively, unpredictable ball. The ball return gate is a welcome bit of insurance against a drain. It’s a generous, engaging design that rewards active play in the classic Kordek mold.
Alpine Club is a fine example of Steve Kordek’s design craft and Williams’ EM sensibility, pairing a breezy alpine theme with a feature-rich, rollover-heavy playfield. Kordek was a genuine legend whose innovations echoed across decades of pinball history, and playing one of his creations connects you to that deep legacy. For the collector who loves the golden age of EM pinball and its foundational figures, it’s a rewarding find. Work those twelve rollovers, ride the bumpers, and carve down the mountain. Some machines are treasured for the master behind them, and this Kordek alpine getaway is one of them. Hit the powder and drop a coin.