# Circus

The "Circus" pinball machine, released by Gottlieb in June 1980, features a wide body design, alphanumeric displays, and can accommodate up to 4 players. It is known for its unique gameplay mechanics, including five flippers but no ramps or multiball options.

## Manufacturer
[D. Gottlieb & Co.](/manufacturers/d-gottlieb--co)

## Production
1980

## Design team
- Design: [Ed Krynski](/people/ed-krynski)
- Art: [Gordon Morison](/people/gordon-morison)

## Ratings
Fun score: 80 (3 ratings)

## Related
- [Golden Arrow](/games/pinball/golden-arrow)
- [Totem](/games/pinball/totem)
- [Centigrade 37](/games/pinball/centigrade-37)
- [Monte Carlo](/games/pinball/monte-carlo)
- [Torch](/games/pinball/torch)
- [Genie](/games/pinball/genie)
- [Touchdown](/games/pinball/touchdown)
- [Spot-A-Card](/games/pinball/spot-a-card)

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