Coastal Amusements Plinko

Nine drop slots across the top rail. One chip released. The whole peg field reads from across the room.

Overview

The Coastal Amusements Plinko is a full-size arcade redemption machine based on the iconic game that has appeared on The Price Is Right since 1983. Players drop chips through a pegged playfield to land in ticket-paying slots, with two bonus escalation mechanics — the Multi-Chip cascade and the nine-letter Mega Bonus — built directly into the playfield structure. At 124 inches tall with the Mega Bonus topper, it is one of the largest-footprint redemption units in the commercial arcade category.

Key Features

Nine Drop Slots Across the Top Rail

The top of the playfield presents nine distinct entry slots. Each slot is a separate drop position, giving the player a deliberate targeting decision before releasing the chip. The slot alignment is visible from a standing position several feet back from the cabinet.

Multi-Chip Cascade Mechanism

When a chip lands in the Multi-Chip target zone, the machine releases additional chips onto the playfield simultaneously. Multiple chips are then visible bouncing down the peg field at once, each capable of landing in its own ticket slot. Total ticket payout for a given play scales with how many chips reach scoring positions.

Nine-Letter Mega Bonus (M-E-G-A-B-O-N-U-S)

Nine illuminated letter targets spell out MEGABONUS across the playfield. Each lit letter advances the player toward the Mega Bonus award. Lighting all nine triggers the top-level payout. The letter-progress state is visible on the cabinet face during play, giving bystanders a readable indication of how close a current game is to the bonus threshold.

Full-Height Cabinet with Mega Bonus Topper

Assembled height reaches 124 inches with the Mega Bonus topper installed, or 109 inches without it. The 65-inch width accommodates the full nine-slot drop rail at the top. Cabinet weight at assembly is 644 lbs, consistent with a permanently sited floor unit.

How It Plays

The player selects one of nine slots along the top rail and releases a chip, watching it deflect unpredictably off the peg field before landing in a ticket-paying slot below. Landing on the Multi-Chip target sends a cascade of additional chips down the playfield at once — several chips bouncing simultaneously through the peg grid is the bystander moment that draws attention from across the room. Each successful letter target lights another position in the MEGABONUS sequence on the cabinet face, giving anyone nearby a visible progress indicator throughout the play.

Specifications

Why Operators Love It

Immediate Name Recognition on the Floor

Plinko has been a fixture on The Price Is Right since 1983. The Coastal Amusements cabinet carries licensed branding, so the name and visual identity are recognizable to guests before they read a single word of signage.

Two-Tier Bonus Structure Configures Payout Range

The Multi-Chip cascade and the nine-letter Mega Bonus are independent escalation layers. Operators have a payout structure with a base level, a mid-tier cascade event, and a top-tier letter-completion jackpot — three distinct ticket outcomes from a single play cycle.

Ships in Two Separate Freight Packages

The body and base ship as separate crated units, with combined shipping weight of 947 lbs. The two-package split allows each piece to be moved through a standard doorway independently before on-site assembly, rather than maneuvering a single fully assembled cabinet through the venue.

Topper-Optional Height for Ceiling-Constrained Venues

The Mega Bonus topper adds 15 inches to the assembled height, bringing the total to 124 inches. Venues with ceiling clearance constraints can install the cabinet at 109 inches without the topper while retaining the full base gameplay and Multi-Chip feature.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the assembled dimensions of the Coastal Amusements Plinko?

Assembled, the Coastal Amusements Plinko measures 65 inches wide, 48 inches deep, and 124 inches tall with the Mega Bonus topper installed. Without the topper, height is 109 inches. Assembled weight is 644 lbs.

How does the Multi-Chip feature work?

When a dropped chip lands in the Multi-Chip target zone on the playfield, the machine releases several additional chips onto the peg field simultaneously. Each of those chips travels independently down the playfield and can land in its own ticket-paying slot, increasing the total ticket count for that play.

How does the Coastal Amusements Plinko ship?

The machine ships in two separate freight packages — a body crate (46 in W x 30 in D x 75 in H, 771 lbs) and a base crate (49 in W x 30 in D x 25 in H, 176 lbs). The two-package configuration allows each section to be moved through a standard doorway before on-site assembly.

What is the Mega Bonus and how is it triggered?

The Mega Bonus is triggered by lighting all nine letters that spell M-E-G-A-B-O-N-U-S on the playfield. Each letter target is a separate illuminated position; landing chips on the corresponding target zones advances the sequence one letter at a time. Completing all nine letters triggers the top-level ticket award.

Ideal Placement

The Coastal Amusements Plinko is sized for permanent installation in family entertainment centers, bowling center arcades, trampoline parks, and large-format mall arcades where floor space and ceiling clearance (minimum 110 inches, or 125 inches with topper) are available. Its 65-inch width occupies roughly the same footprint as two standard side-by-side redemption cabinets. Pizzerias and restaurant game rooms with open game floor sections are also a practical fit for the base configuration without the topper.

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.