Super Pinball II on SNES is one of those games that makes you realize how much personality a good pinball table can have. The tables here aren't just flat boards with bumpers—they've got this weird, almost storybook charm to them. My favorite's the medieval one with the little drawbridge that actually opens when you hit the right target.

The physics feel weighty in that satisfying SNES way—not too floaty, not too stiff. Took me a few games to stop overshooting the ball with the flippers, but once it clicks, you start seeing all the little pathways and hidden bonuses. That moment when you finally trigger multiball for the first time? Pure arcade joy.

It's got that perfect balance where casual players can enjoy bouncing the ball around, but the real depth comes from learning each table's secrets. I still haven't figured out how to consistently activate the bonus stage on the space-themed table.

If you've got any nostalgia for 90s arcade cabinets or just want some straightforward fun, this holds up surprisingly well.