In Garfield Pinball, players engage with traditional pinball mechanics while interacting with various themed elements from the Garfield universe, such as mounds of lasagna and iconic characters. The gameplay focuses on skillful ball control and strategic use of flippers to achieve high scores.

The storyline of Garfield Pinball revolves around Garfield's quest for food and relaxation, where players help him navigate through challenges like digging up bones with Odie and avoiding the dreaded alarm clock, all while searching for his teddy bear, Pooky.

Garfield Pinball stands out with its vibrant art style and engaging animations that bring the comic strip to life, along with unique mini-games and challenges that enhance the traditional pinball experience.