Pipeline Games Poke A Prize

A giant floating finger hovers over a rotating prize pedestal. One timed poke. The prize drops.

Overview

Poke A Prize is a redemption game from Pipeline Games built around a single distinctive mechanism: a large animated finger that descends on command over a rotating prize pedestal. Players time their poke to push a displayed prize — trading cards, keychains, gift cards, or other small-to-medium items — down into the win zone. The rotating pedestal and oversized finger element give the cabinet a visual presence that reads clearly from across the floor.

Key Features

Rotating Prize Pedestal

The prize display rotates continuously during play, cycling prizes through the player's target zone. The rotation creates a timing window — the player must poke at the moment their target prize passes the correct position, making each attempt a discrete skill action with a clear result.

Oversized Animated Finger Mechanism

The giant floating finger is the cabinet's signature physical element — large enough to be seen clearly from outside the immediate play area. It descends on the player's input and makes contact with the prize on the pedestal. The scale and motion of the mechanism are what distinguish the cabinet's silhouette from standard redemption equipment.

Physical Prize Delivery

Prizes sit directly on the rotating pedestal and drop into a win zone on a successful poke — no ticket redemption step between play and prize. The machine accommodates small-to-medium physical items: trading cards, keychains, gift cards, and similar merchandise. Operators stock the pedestal directly with whatever prize assortment fits their location.

Compact Upright Cabinet

The cabinet measures 29 inches wide by 33 inches deep and stands 78 inches tall. At under 2.5 feet wide, it fits into floor spaces and wall runs that standard redemption cabinets occupy, and the 275 lb. weight keeps it manageable for route placement and repositioning.

How It Plays

The player watches the pedestal rotate, tracks their target prize, and presses the button at the moment the prize aligns with the strike zone — activating the oversized finger to descend and poke the prize off the pedestal into the win chute. From across the room, the finger's full-scale drop motion and the prize falling from the rotating platform make the win moment visible without any signage or announcement. Bystanders can read a successful play from a distance, which is the mechanism's primary floor-presence effect.

Specifications

Why Operators Love It

Direct Prize Delivery — No Ticket Redemption Counter Required

Prizes drop directly from the pedestal into the win chute. There is no printed ticket to dispense, no redemption counter transaction, and no ticket-counting consumable to restock. The entire prize cycle closes at the machine.

Operator-Controlled Prize Inventory

The pedestal is loaded with the operator's own prize selection. Margin, prize mix, and restocking frequency are set by the operator, not the machine. Trading cards, gift cards, keychains, or any comparable small-to-medium item fits the format.

29-Inch Width Fits Standard Floor Slots

At 29 inches wide, the Poke A Prize drops into the same floor footprint as a standard single-player redemption cabinet. It does not require a dedicated oversized bay or corner placement to operate correctly.

One-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Pipeline Games backs the Poke A Prize with a one-year warranty on the machine. US-based parts support is available for servicing, reducing turnaround time for component replacement compared to overseas-sourced parts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of prizes can the Poke A Prize hold?

The rotating pedestal is designed for small-to-medium physical prizes. Pipeline Games specifically identifies trading cards, keychains, and gift cards as compatible prize types. Operators select and load their own prize assortment.

What is the assembled footprint of the Poke A Prize?

The cabinet measures 29 inches wide, 33 inches deep, and 78 inches tall. It weighs 275 lbs assembled. The 29-inch width fits standard single-cabinet floor slots without requiring additional clearance.

Does the Poke A Prize dispense tickets, or does the player receive a physical prize directly?

The machine delivers a physical prize directly — the poked prize drops from the rotating pedestal into the win chute. There is no ticket-based redemption step. The player receives the prize at the machine on a successful play.

What warranty does the Poke A Prize carry?

Pipeline Games provides a one-year warranty on all Poke A Prize machines. Parts are US-based, which supports domestic service and replacement without extended international shipping delays.

Ideal Placement

The Poke A Prize fits family entertainment centers, trampoline parks, bowling center arcades, and pizzeria game rooms where a prize-dispensing machine with visible physical motion occupies a standard single-cabinet floor slot. Its 78-inch height and open upper mechanism make it well-suited to open floor layouts where the finger action reads from adjacent aisles. Route placement in high-footfall retail or entertainment venues is supported by the 29-inch width and manageable 275 lb. weight.

Shipping & Setup

We offer flexible freight delivery options, including curbside and lift-gate services. Shipping costs and timing are calculated at checkout based on your location and requirements.

Warranty & Support

Your purchase includes a standard manufacturer warranty and access to technical support to ensure long-term performance and uptime.

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