Mezel Mods' Favorite Playfield Illumination Products

Pinball is all about fast flippers, crazy shots, and flashing lights—so why let dark spots on the playfield steal the spotlight? Proper illumination not only helps you see what’s going on but also cranks up the excitement factor. At Mezel Mods, we have long offered lighting solutions that transform those dim, overlooked areas into bright, eye-catching elements of gameplay. There are plenty of playfield illumination mods out there, but these are the ones that truly shine for us!

1. Pinball Scoop Illumination

The playfield scoop is like the shy kid at the party—it’s important but often left in the dark. Most machines only have a lit insert in front of the scoop, leaving the inside unlit and uninviting. Enter our Pinball Scoop Illumination! This always on or interactive mod lets you link the scoop lighting to a meaningful insert trigger, making it a whole lot easier to know when to take the shot. Our favorite version of this has to be the Godzilla Pinball Scoop in blue or green. It just looks like it was meant to be!

2. Drop Target Illumination

Drop targets are mini-bash toys but sometimes they blend into the darkness, making them less obvious to aim at when you’re in the zone. Our fixes this by making your drop targets pop with vibrant lighting. Pair it with translucent drop targets, and boom—you’ve got yourself a killer upgrade! This one holds a special place in our hearts because illuminated drop targets have been part of our lineup since the beginning. The Illuminated Winkie Target was a smash hit back in 2013, and we love bringing that same magic to other games.Our newest favorite is the Metallica Remastered Drop Target Illumination.

3. Pinball Ramp Illumination

Ramps are where the real action happens, but when they disappear behind the backboard, they turn into dark, lifeless tunnels. That’s why we love Ramp illumination—it brightens up those shadowy sections with perfectly placed and colored lighting. Not only does it make ramps more inviting, but it also adds a that final touch to a sometimes dark area of your playfield.Take the Avengers Infinity Quest Ramp Illumination which brings vibrant purple and orange illumination to the backboard city skyline. 

Honorable Mention

Some of the coolest mods aren’t just about mechanics—they’re about style. Here are two that take playfield acrylics from “meh” to magnificent

• Iron Maiden Blinder: Gives the pharaoh’s eyes on the backboard a precise, eerie red glow that makes them stand out like never before. 

007 Underwater Battle Illumination: Adds a blue-green shimmer to the Pro models ocean scene acrylic, creating the perfect deep-sea effect.

At Mezel Mods, we know that great lighting makes great pinball. Whether you’re looking to light up scoops, targets, ramps, or acrylics, we’ve got the mods to make your machine shine. Check out our full lineup and brighten up your playfield today!