Build up

Build Up was an electro-mechanical pinball machine released by Bally Manufacturing in 1966, during a period when the company was experimenting with innovative scoring mechanics and playfield designs. The machine embodied the classic characteristics of mid-1960s pinball, featuring the traditional wood rails, simple yet engaging artwork, and mechanical score reels that were standard for its era.

The game's design concept centered around a progressive scoring system where players could 'build up' their points through strategic shot combinations, hence the machine's straightforward but descriptive title. The playfield likely featured standard elements of the era including pop bumpers, slingshots, and various scoring targets, arranged in a layout that encouraged repeated play to master its scoring possibilities.

As with many machines from this period, Build Up represented the golden age of electro-mechanical pinball, when manufacturers were pushing the boundaries of what was possible with purely mechanical systems. While not necessarily one of Bally's most famous titles, it helped establish the company's reputation for creating reliable and entertaining pinball machines during a crucial period in pinball history.