Oasis

Bally's 'Oasis' pinball machine, released in 1972, embodied the exotic desert theme that was popular during the early 1970s entertainment era. The machine captured players' imaginations with its vibrant artwork depicting palm trees, desert landscapes, and middle eastern architectural motifs, reflecting the cultural fascination with exotic locations during this period.

As an electro-mechanical pinball machine, Oasis featured the characteristic sounds and mechanical action that defined this golden age of pinball. The playfield likely included traditional elements such as pop bumpers, kick-out holes, and drop targets, arranged to create flowing shot patterns that were characteristic of early 1970s Bally designs. The score reels and chimes provided the familiar mechanical feedback that players of this era came to love.

The game was produced during a significant period in pinball history, as manufacturers were still creating electro-mechanical machines just before the industry's transition to solid-state electronics. While not as well-known as some other Bally titles from this era, Oasis represented the company's commitment to creating themed experiences that transported players to exotic locations through both artwork and gameplay.

Production numbers for Oasis are not widely documented, but like many machines from this period, it was likely manufactured in quantities of several thousand units. Today, surviving examples of Oasis are considered collectible pieces that represent the final years of the electro-mechanical era.