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MacKid Reviews! American Girl Julie's Pinball Machine

By Kathy Eggleston, MK Arcadia Publisher December 10, 2019

     Leave it to American Girl to create a fantastic fully functioning miniature pinball machine for the little girls in your life to play with her dolls. American Girl Doll Julie’s Pinball Machine is named “The Flip Side” and is made of the same sturdy, authentic material that is used to make a life-sized working pinball machine you would find in arcades. Growing up in the 70’s pinball was extremely popular so it’s only appropriate that Julie would eventually have her own pinball machine!

This well-constructed quality pinball machine has all the bling and highlights of a REAL arcade pinball machine – only its miniature sized! The décor on the pinball is an exact replica of a vintage pinball machine from the 70’s – and it includes bright colored graphics, daisies, swirl art and a peace sign. Girls can enjoy pretend play with their dolls and siblings, moms (and dads) can also get nostalgic and join in on the fun with an actual game of pinball with their kids. This is a great alternative for family time that does not involve tablets or phones.

This adorable doll sized version works just like a full-size pinball machine and features 

  • flashing lights
  • a digital scorekeeper
  • a plunger to launch the metal ball
  • buttons to control the flipper arms so you can play pinball yourself
  • two different level settings for sound

This pinball machine is adorably designed and is made of real wood and metal and still lightweight enough for kids to carry it around. It is so much fun for the whole family to try to beat each other’s score! 


Julie’s Pinball Machine (GDW97)
SRP: $150 | 8+ years | Available at americangirl.com and American Girl retail stores nationwide!


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