Machine Description

Williams' 'Aztec' pinball machine, released in 1976, represents one of the last great electro-mechanical pinball machines produced before the industry's transition to solid-state electronics. The machine beautifully captured the mystique of ancient Mesoamerican civilization through its artfully designed backglass and playfield artwork, featuring pyramids, temples, and iconic Aztec imagery.

The gameplay incorporated innovative features for its era, including a unique center playfield arrangement with multiple scoring zones themed around Aztec temples. The machine featured four flippers, multiple pop bumpers, and several drop targets arranged in a distinctive pattern that created challenging shot combinations. The scoring system was designed to reward skilled players who could complete specific target sequences, while maintaining enough randomness to keep casual players engaged.

Today, Aztec is considered a desirable collector's piece, particularly among enthusiasts of electro-mechanical machines, representing the pinnacle of mechanical pinball engineering just before the solid-state revolution.