Industry | Interactive entertainment |
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Founded | January 10, 1932 |
Founder | Raymond Moloney |
Defunct | December 18, 1996 |
Fate | Acquired by Hilton |
Successor | Bally Technologies |
Headquarters | Chicago |
Products | Pinball, slot machines, later expanded into casinos, video games, health clubs, and theme parks |
Bally Manufacturing, later renamed Bally Entertainment, was an American company that began as a pinball and slot machine manufacturer, and later expanded into casinos, video games, health clubs, and theme parks. It was acquired by Hilton Hotels in 1996.
Its brand name, and mid-20th century pinball and slot machine logo, are still used by several businesses with various acquired trademark rights, most notably slot machine maker Bally Technologies and casino operator Bally's Corporation.