Sea Ray

Sea Ray was an electro-mechanical pinball machine released by Bally Manufacturing Corporation during the early 1970s, capturing the growing public fascination with marine life and underwater adventures that characterized the era. The machine's theme aligned with popular ocean-focused entertainment of the time, including Jacques Cousteau's documentaries and the increasing popularity of recreational scuba diving.

The game featured vibrant underwater artwork with rays, fish, and coral reef scenes that exemplified the artistic style of early 1970s pinball design. As an electro-mechanical machine, Sea Ray utilized mechanical scoring reels, chimes, and bells to create its arcade atmosphere. The playfield likely included standard features of the era such as pop bumpers, drop targets, and kickout holes, all themed around marine elements.

While not one of Bally's most famous titles, Sea Ray represented the company's consistent ability to create themed entertainment that resonated with contemporary cultural interests. The machine was produced during a significant period in pinball history, just years before the industry would undergo its revolutionary transition to solid-state electronics.

The game's release coincided with Bally's strong market position in the early 1970s, when the company was one of the dominant forces in pinball manufacturing. Though exact production numbers are not widely documented, Sea Ray would have been distributed to arcades, bowling alleys, and other entertainment venues during a time when pinball remained a popular form of commercial amusement.