Time Line

Time Line was a solid-state pinball machine released by Zaccaria in 1980, during a transformative period when the industry was fully embracing electronic components over electro-mechanical systems. The machine represented Zaccaria's efforts to compete with American manufacturers in the early solid-state era, showcasing the Italian company's distinctive European design aesthetics.

The playfield design featured a time-travel theme, with artwork and elements representing different historical periods. Players would progress through various epochs, from ancient civilizations to futuristic scenarios, with corresponding scoring objectives. The machine incorporated early digital scoring displays and electronic sound effects that were characteristic of this transitional period in pinball history.

Time Line exemplified Zaccaria's approach to pinball design during their most productive period in the late 1970s and early 1980s. While not as widely distributed as games from American manufacturers, it helped establish Zaccaria's reputation for creating unique themes and innovative gameplay mechanics. The machine is now considered a collectible example of European pinball manufacturing during the solid-state era, particularly appreciated for its distinctive artwork and theme.