Advanced Training
AdvancedExperienced player comfortable with basic passing and catching, ready for advanced techniques and strategy.
Mission
Add advanced techniques like shatzing and loop passes to your arsenal while developing strategic game awareness.
Dead Bounce
Keep your dead bounce sharp — it's used constantly at higher levels.
High-Speed Dead Bounce
MediumPractice dead bouncing very fast balls from the slingshots. Keep the flipper completely relaxed.
Extending the Flippers Reach
Hit precise angles for specific shots and combos.
Combo Shot Timing
MediumPractice hitting specific combo shots by varying your flip timing. Early flip for far targets, late for near.
Post Pass
A reliable post pass is essential for shot setup at every level.
Consistent Post Pass
MediumPost pass from both sides with high reliability. Focus on consistent strength into the post.
Ski Pass
The ski pass complements post passing for smooth ball transfers.
Controlled Ski Pass
MediumLet the ball roll down the flipper and across. Ensure you cradle on the receiving side.
Tap Pass
Quick tap passes keep the ball moving efficiently.
Rapid Tap Pass
MediumPractice the lightest possible tap to pass through the inlane. Speed and subtlety matter.
Drop Catch
Drop catches let you tame fast balls from any angle.
Advanced Drop Catch
HighDrop catch balls coming from orbits and ramps — they come faster and at steeper angles.
Live Catch
The live catch is critical for shatzing — master it here first.
Live Catch Consistency
HighRaise the flipper to meet fast incoming balls at the exact right moment. Practice until it feels natural.
Post Catch & Rolling Post Pass
Post catches and rolling post passes add versatility to your ball control.
Post Catch
MediumWhen a ball bounces off the slingshot post, catch it on the nearby flipper instead of letting it bounce away.
Rolling Post Pass
MediumFrom a cradle, gently roll the ball into the post to pass it to the other flipper.
Slap Save
Every saved ball matters more at advanced play.
Instinct Slap Save
MediumPractice until the slap save is pure reflex — no thinking, just reacting to center drains.
Nudging
Advanced nudging saves seemingly lost balls and redirects shots.
Directional Nudge
MediumPractice nudging in specific directions: forward nudge to slow a fast drain, side nudge to redirect.
Shatzing
Shatzing combines shooting and live catching — the hallmark of an advanced player.
Shoot and Catch
HighShoot with one flipper, then immediately catch the returning ball with the OTHER flipper using a live catch.
Orbit Shatzing
HighShoot an orbit with one flipper and live catch the ball as it returns to the other flipper.
Loop Pass
The loop pass sends the ball around an orbit to reach the opposite flipper.
Orbit Loop Pass
HighShoot the ball into an orbit/loop so it travels around and arrives at the other flipper. Trap on arrival.
Multiball
Advanced multiball management maximizes scoring potential.
Trap and Shoot
MediumIn multiball: trap one ball, shoot the other at jackpots. Only release the trapped ball when needed.
General Gameplay Tips
Strategic thinking separates good players from great ones.
Rule Reading
MediumBefore playing, read the instruction card. Identify the most valuable shots and modes.
Safe vs. Risky
MediumPractice choosing safe shots when ahead, risky shots when behind. Adapt your strategy to the situation.