# Pinball Tournaments — Escape the Black Hole!

> Competitive deep space pinball game with global challenges and real money options. (iPhone/iPad app by FarSight Studios.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinball-tournaments/id1305302867 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [FarSight Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/455826961)
- Category: Games, Sports, Casual, Simulation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 63 App Store ratings · 41 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 131 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-03-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinball-tournaments/id1305302867/reviews.md

## What is Pinball Tournaments?

Pinball Tournaments presents "Escape the Black Hole". A competitive pinball experience set in deep space. Challenge other players all over the world for friendly competition or real money. Hit the skill shots, shoot the captive ball, jump to hyperspace and Escape the Black Hole!

## Key features

- Competitive pinball gameplay
- Global player challenges
- Real money competition
- Skill shot mastery
- Hyperspace jumps

## Recent user reviews (10 of 41)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinball-tournaments/id1305302867/reviews.md

### 2/5 — No longer works

*2025-12-30*

This no longer works on my iPad. Even though I’m connected to the internet I get a message telling me I’m not and I must be to use Skillz. This is an update. A year later I get an error message saying I must be connected yet I’m clearly on the internet. So that message makes no sense. I have played this in the past with zero issues, so what is going on now?

### 1/5 — Won’t work on iPhone 15

*2024-10-08*

I downloaded it yesterday & it won’t let me past the splash screen 🙁
It says I’m not connected to the internet (the error is a message from Skillz )
But I have an unlimited data account & showing 3 bars.
Tried to email support but the last step to submit is to “log in to your account “
Shame on you for blocking support access

### 1/5 — It doesn’t work

*2024-08-20*

Can’t rate any higher because it doesn’t work and should be removed from the app store. I’m on iPhone 13, zero issue with handset. The app is simply broken. Don’t waste your time.

### 1/5 — Not working on 15 pro max

*2024-05-28*

App opens and does nothing but display a flash screen.

### 1/5 — Devs have given up?

*2024-05-28*

Bad. Doesn’t work on iOS 17.x.c. Old, non/iOS looking interface.

### 1/5 — No sirve de nada

*2024-02-23, version 1.1.0*

Te pide que te conectes a internet aun estando conectado o sirve ara nada o el desarrollador o ha hecho su trabajo.. cero reseña cero

### 1/5 — Not working

*2023-09-17*

Just says not connected to the internet- of course I am.

### 1/5 — No longer works

*2023-05-13, version 1.1.0*

This no longer works on my iPad. Even though I’m connected to the internet I get a message telling me I’m not and I must be to use Skillz. This has been happening for a week that I’ve noticed.

### 5/5 — Like it a lot

*2022-04-09*

Me in California. I love this game and having fun here. I wish good health to all my pinball friends. Please be well. I love the head to head competition here. Mikedinoak explained this game well here recently, but I can't find his comments now. Docbeaglebottom and Mikedinoak and a couple of others are formidable opponents indeed. I am OleJefe on here. Yes, the opening skill shot counts big. Yet, you can make hay even if you miss it the first time. I am 68 yrs old. I may be wrong but I think you guys are probably younger. You guys rock, that's for sure. Hey pinball tournament guys, good job making a fun game for all ages! More for the new people: Practice the opening skill shot. Practice the ball-lock. Learn to trust friendly bounces. Don't get discouraged; a relatively low score may be a winner depending on the match-up. That's what I do. Seems to work well. Marc 24601 describes very well the mechanics of the game. Look up his comments. Also check marc24601 comments about all of this. He explained it well. Nuances. Try to catch and cradle the ball. When at rest, the ball offers a chance to aim. In multi ball, don't aim at another flying ball. Misery guaranteed. Ok, now I have a beef. Lately many of my games don't get matched up, whether for 2, 10, 50 or for money. So they become cancelled. And so all my efforts are for nought. Yes, I have won many. But now any good score I post is likely lost. This is frustrating. Happening now for a week or more. Support, are you listening? Today 28 June2021 my account is gone. Along with a couple hundred US dollars. Trying to reach admin. Argghhh. Ok fixed within an hour. Sorry for the late edit here. 5 stars most of the time. But I can’t redeem any cash. I have around $270 in my account here and I wanted to withdraw some cash. Dead end after jumping through some hoops… :-(

OK now I'm trying to add cash to a new account on a new iPad. Doesn't work. Can't reach support because my "email already belongs to an existing account". WHICH IS ME. ARRgghh...
help...

**Developer response:** Thank you duster w!
We are very happy that you are enjoying our Pinball Tournaments App as it was intended. Please continue to have a great time. :)

### 1/5 — Blech Hole

*2022-02-27*

If you enjoy a 3 bumper pinball machine that doesn’t seem to go anywhere after 50 000 points and makes you think you have played some random opponent but I got the same guy 3 times in a row. Cash grab game.

## Frequently asked questions about Pinball Tournaments

### What is Pinball Tournaments?

Pinball Tournaments offers a competitive pinball experience set in a deep space theme. Players can challenge others worldwide in friendly matches or compete for real money prizes.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include global player challenges, the ability to compete for real money, mastering skill shots, shooting captive balls, and jumping to hyperspace to "Escape the Black Hole".

### Is this app free to download and play?

Yes, the application is free to download and play. The description does not mention any upfront costs or in-app purchases.

### Who is this app designed for?

This app is designed for pinball fans who enjoy competitive gameplay and are looking for a challenge against players from around the world. It also caters to those interested in playing for real money.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2018-05-21

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

UI updates

### 1.0 — 2018-03-06

No release notes.

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All apps by FarSight Studios: https://appshunter.io/developer/455826961

## Related topics

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