Pachinko Time is set in a Japanese environment where you participate in the popular pastime of pachinko. The objective is to launch balls onto a board, similar to pinball, and aim for specific targets to extend gameplay. There are 100 different virtual tables to play on, each with its own target score that must be reached before running out of balls.
The game features a world map where each area contains multiple tables. Completing three tables in an area unlocks new areas with even more tables. This adds a sense of progression and exploration to the game, as you navigate through different regions and try to beat your high score.