Super Pinball: Behind the Mask is a pinball simulator for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System

Super Nintendo Entertainment System

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 that was released in 1994 in North America

North America

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 and Japan

Japan

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The game features three completely unique tables: the clown

Clown

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-themed "Jolly Joker", the pirate

Piracy

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 themed "Blackbeard and Ironmen", and the fantasy

Fantasy

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-themed "Wizard." All tables are shown in a tilted 3D view, which fits the entire table on the screen without the need for scrolling, with marquee

Marquee (sign)

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 messages and bonus

Bonus

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es displayed as giant overlays on the screen. The game can be played from one to four players. Vivid 3D graphics help simulate the feeling of authentic pinball and an instruction manual allows players to quickly learn the controls.