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Power Pinball is an immersive VR activity designed to support the self-management of pain and physical discomfort. Through goal-directed gameplay, it encourages attentional control, graded movement, physical engagement, and behavioral pain-management strategies.
You play in full virtual reality using your controllers, either sitting or standing, from a stationary position.
Note: Power Pinball supports wellness and rehabilitation but is not intended to diagnose or cure medical conditions.
App information
- Immersion level: Full immersion (Virtual Reality)
- Tracking mode: Controllers
- UI mode: Touch
- Posture: Stationary — sitting or standing
Choosing a table
When the activity opens, the Choose Table screen appears with three pinball tables:
- Carnival — a classic table. Trigger the animals, hit the targets, lock the ball, and activate the strong man.
- Magic Garden — roll up the ramps, hit the tortoise, fence in the gopher, and bring the garden to life.
- UFO — defeat the evil alien mastermind and his minions, wave by wave.
Press Start on the table you want to play to continue.
Selecting your activity settings
After choosing a table, the Choose Settings screen appears. Select your preferences, then press Start.
Game Mode
- Classic — play with 3 balls.
- Timed — play for a set amount of time.
Duration (Timed mode)
- 2 minutes
- 5 minutes
- 10 minutes
Control Mode
- Gaze Pong — use your head rotation to guide a shield left and right and keep the ball from falling into the gutter.
- Kayak — use a two-handed kayak paddle to hit the ball.
- Paddles — use a paddle in each hand to hit the ball.
Good to know: Your control mode determines how much and what kind of movement the activity involves. If you're unsure which one suits you, ask your clinician o coach.
You can return to the table selection screen at any time by selecting Lobby in the top-left corner.
How to play
Your goal is to keep the ball from falling into the gutter by hitting it back up the table using your chosen control mode.
Each table includes goals and mini-games that increase your score, so it's worth exploring the different tables to see which activities you enjoy most.
Each table and mode has its own way of launching the ball. For example, in Magic Garden, grab the launcher handles, aim the ball, and wait for the countdown — the ball launches automatically.
Tips for a comfortable session
- Make sure you have enough clear space around you before you begin, especially when playing standing or using the Paddles or Kayak modes.
- Start with a shorter duration and a lower-movement control mode, then build up as you feel comfortable.
- If you feel pain, dizziness, or discomfort at any point, stop the activity and take a break.