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Absolute Pinball is a pinball simulation released in 1996 for the MS-DOS platform. Developed by Unique Development Studios AB and published by 21st Century Entertainment Ltd., the game falls into the arcade and pinball genres. It presents its tables from a top-down perspective, offering a digital interpretation of a physical pinball machine.

The player controls the standard flippers to keep a ball in play across one of four themed tables. These tables are Desert Run, which simulates a car tour from Paris to Dakar; Aquatic Adventure, centered on a beach treasure hunt; The Dream Factory, with a Hollywood theme; and Balls 'n Bats, based on baseball. Each table is equipped with three flippers and incorporates several mini-games activated through play, such as a sequence where a character swims away from sharks. Progression is measured by achieving high scores through skillful ball control and triggering various table features.

The game includes five distinct graphics modes that alter the player's view of the table. These range from a classic scrolling presentation that follows the ball to a transverse view that displays the entire playfield at once. The control scheme adheres to the conventional inputs established for digital pinball games, focusing on timing and precision to navigate the ball and engage with the table's specific objectives and obstacles.