# Fireball

The "Fireball" pinball machine, released by Bally in 1972, is an iconic and historically significant game designed by Ted Zale with artwork by Dave Christensen. Known for its unique features, "Fireball" includes a spinning disc in the center of the playfield, which creates unpredictable ball movement, adding an element of chaos and excitement to the game. Additionally, it features "zipper flippers" that can close together, enhancing ball control, and a three-ball multiball, a rarity for its time.

## Manufacturer
[Bally Manufacturing Co.](/manufacturers/bally-manufacturing-co)

## Production
1972–1985

## Design team
- Design: [Ted Zale](/people/ted-zale)
- Art: [Dave Christensen](/people/dave-christensen)
- Mechanics: [Ted Zale](/people/ted-zale)
- Animation: [Ted Zale](/people/ted-zale)
- Concept: [Ted Zale](/people/ted-zale)

## Ratings
Fun score: 100 (1 ratings)

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