Interflip S. A.

Interflip S.A. was established in 1977 in Barcelona, Spain, emerging as a noteworthy pinball manufacturer during a flourishing period for European amusement games, though details regarding its specific founder or founders remain sparse in public records. The company joined a market largely influenced by established American manufacturers, yet strove to differentiate itself through visually engaging designs and an early adoption of solid-state technology. Over the course of its operation, Interflip’s pinball machines carved out a niche among Spanish and international operators who appreciated their distinct themes and lively artwork.

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Among the company’s most notable titles was “Dragon,” introduced in 1977, quickly followed by other releases such as “Zira” and “Feria,” also from 1977, as well as “Alabama” (1978), “Fantasy” (1979), and “Jeans” (1979). Although these games conformed to many prevailing design standards of the era, Interflip’s incorporation of early solid-state elements helped maintain a sense of modernity in a rapidly evolving industry. Economic pressures and the rising dominance of video arcade games in the early 1980s, however, took their toll on smaller manufacturers. While the precise date of the company’s closure is not firmly established, historians suggest it had ceased operations by the mid-1980s, mirroring a broader contraction of Spanish pinball production. In the present day, Interflip’s machines remain sought-after by collectors who value their colorful artwork and place in Spain’s brief yet vibrant pinball manufacturing history.