Machine Description

Card Trix was a pinball machine released by D. Gottlieb & Co. during the mid-1970s, arriving during the final years of the electro-mechanical era of pinball. The machine's theme capitalized on the widespread popularity of card games and magic tricks during this period, combining classic playing card imagery with pinball action.

The playfield design featured card-themed targets and artwork, likely incorporating suits (hearts, diamonds, clubs, spades) into the scoring objectives. As an electro-mechanical machine, it utilized relay switches, stepper units, and chimes for scoring and sound effects - standard technology for its era. The backglass artwork probably displayed magical playing card imagery, fitting with similar Gottlieb designs of the period that often featured colorful, hand-painted artwork.

While not one of Gottlieb's most famous titles from this era, Card Trix represented the company's consistent approach to creating themed pinball machines that appealed to a broad audience. The card game theme was accessible and familiar to players, making it a suitable choice for locations like bars, bowling alleys, and arcades where pinball machines were commonly found in the mid-1970s.