Balls of Steel

Since its inception in 1997, Balls of Steel has been developed by Wildfire Studios and published by Pinball Wizards and GT Interactive Software. The game features five distinct tables, including Duke Nukem, Mutation!, Barbarian, Firestorm, and Darkside. Players have enjoyed this engaging experience on older computer systems since its original release. Over the years, additional titles such as Devil's Island Pinball, Kiss Pinball, Dirt Track Racing Pinball, Austin Powers Pinball, and Ultimate Pinball have contributed to the evolution of 2D pinball games on the PC. Fast forward 27 years, and we now witness a remake of this classic game available on Steam. As the pinballs return, players can anticipate an exhilarating experience akin to "pinball on steroids." This revival is made possible by Atari, Inc. and Big Boat Interactive, who have retained the original name. The five classic tables—Barbarian, Darkside, Firestorm, Mutation!, and Devil's Island—are included, along with two new additions: Missile Command and Centipede. This modern iteration promises to deliver an even more thrilling experience for players on contemporary computers, allowing them to once again enjoy a truly exhilarating time with Balls of Steel. The excitement of pinball returns in a grand fashion. I am delighted to engage with this game, reliving the nostalgia of the 1997 classic on Steam, marking a joyous occasion for gaming on next-generation platforms. - Nikolai