The Muppet Show would be one of the greatest worlds under glass. Soo many different modes, areas, characters, and show skits. The art would be totally amazing!
Love your channel and all your pinball knowledge/insight! I understand your argument for Toy Story, even though I disagree. But how’d Super Mario and Back to the Future make the list when each of those IPs already have a pin? Still a great show as always gentlemen. Keep up the good work!
I think Beetlejuice would be a homerun. So much of it lends itself to a pinball game: Sand Worms as the habitrails, Beetlejuice comes in three, so a Beetlejuice Multiball that shouts "It's Showtime!" as it activates. You can just imagine it. Another one I think would be great would be National Treasure!
Awesome guys. Thanks for all three of the latest vids! I’ll be pushing the go button on HP or BTTF with flipn out. Also would for Goonies, FiFtH eLEmENT 😮 , Die Hard
10 - 4:00 - Taylor Swift 9 - 7:10 - Beetlejuice 8 - 8:09 - Pokemon 7 - 9:59 - Top Gun 6 - 11:20 - The Matrix 5 - 12:19 - The Goonies 4 - 14:10 - Toy Story 3 - 16:42 - Super Mario 2 - 18:08 - Back To The Future 1 - 19:15 - Harry Potter
With Halloween season right around the corner; I'm surprised nobody has created a Vincent Price pinball machine. ...and, yes, a Beetlejuice machine would sell, sell, sell if done well.
Back to the future and Mario pinballs already exist no? Or am I wrong? My choices would be - Dragonball Z - It - Black Panther - Formula 1 racing - Dune - Mad Max - Donkey Kong - Batman Forever - James Bond Casino Royale Great video guys
My dream theme would be Gremlins. Hopefully one day it will happen 🤞🏼 I’ve got so many ideas in my head of cool features that could be incorporated into that game.
Bill & Ted- phone box scoop starts the modes, collect the characters inserts, napoleon’s water ramp, ziggy pig bonus for hitting the ice cream sundae spinner. 69 is the match for a replay 🎸
Everyone under 35 (and some over 35) loves Pokemon. If you want to capitalize on Millennials and Zoomers, make a Pokemon pin. EZ money, for home and on location.
The Matrix, The Fifth Element, Predator, Die Hard, Home Alone (1 and 2), Mission Impossible, The Goonies, a Nintendo themed machine like Super Mario or Mario Kart, and Halo (Xbox, not the bad TV show).
- An anime like Dragon Ball. It writes itselfs. Power up via loops, fights can be multiball or timed missions, "dragon balls" for extra balls or wizard mode , Super Saiyan for field multiplier,... - Formula 1 : I am a fan of Indianopolis 500 and i would like to see a modern pinball take on F1. - Doom: I always liked the lighting of the FX3 pinball and it would be great as a real physical pinball machine. - With the World Cup Football in North America in 2026, i am expecting/hoping on a new football themed pinball machine. - Cannonball Run - It's always sunny in philadelphia. So much content and creativity is possible here.
You guys rock! Keep the videos coming! Also if they make a new LOTR I’ll buy it in a second and if Elwin makes Harry Potter I’d also buy that one as well!
Love the content fellas! Top Gun over Matrix for me. THUNDERCATS! First Blood - Rambo Get Smart! …could do some really cool stuff. Trap doors, phone booth, cone of silence, shoe phone, the car, so many gadgets to create a world under glass.
Nice list. I was gonna revolt if #1 didn't make the cut, but there it is. Like magic. Oh, and I'll chime in amd say Doom would be a dope metal horror theme. The music!
agree with earlier posts….this top 10 list has at least 3 machines that have already had pinballs made! Thought it was supposed to be IPs that have never yet had a dedicated pin……using the same criteria we could go for another Rolling Stones machine (band still going after 60+ years) and the Venn diagram overlaps big time. Very surprised not to see Dune not make the top 10….hit movie that will soon be a trilogy and a true sci-fi classic!
It’s never been done and couldn’t be done today but The Dukes of Hazzard. I’m surprised it wasn’t made in the ‘80s with all the toys, clothes and anything in between that was made. I can see a ball jumping like the General Lee and a multiball like a car chase… I never played it but even if it sucked, Back to the futur doesn’t fit in that list of ‘’ never been made’’. I would definitely like to see a new one though. Superman is my favorite super hero, I don’t understand why no one has made a new one to compete with Stern’s Marvel line of pinballs. Love your show, keep them coming.
Taylor swift in the UK is supposed to add 1.3 Billion Pounds into the British economy this summer. Her pin would be a massive seller. I could sell the kids floor seats to the upcoming Indianapolis show to fund it! (From Barclays research report)
I would love to see Pokemon pinball machine. A pinball machine manufacturer could make 25 different versions of Pokemon pinball and all 25 versions would sell out. I could see Nintendo make a Pinball machine for each region [Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, Alola, Galar, Hisui, Paldea]. I could see Nintendo make exclusive Pinball machines that are based on some of the most popular Pokemon such as Pikachu, Charizard, Blastoise, Mewtwo and so on.
Big Trouble in Little China! Possible modes: Lords of Death street gang, Chang Sing vs Wing Kong, each of the Three Storms, Lopan wizard mode, secret mini wizard mode with that hairy sewer monster. Flying eye-guardian bash toy that pops up from the playfield? Egg Shen's Tour Bus multiball. And the call outs? Oh ho man that movie is LOADED with great one-liners. It's all in the reflexes!
Back to The Future (it’s a no brainer, everybody wants this game) Michael Jackson Mad Max (Fury Road) Akira Batman The Animated Series Dragon Ball Z Nirvana (with an Unplugged mode where the playfield is only lit by led candles) Transformers The Animated series And my dream game: Evil Dead (1, 2 or 3 or a mix of all, anything would be awesome)
Guys you are on a roll absolutely love it. You know and I know BEETLE JUICE AND GOONIES WILL BE ABSOLUTELY HUGE. Both are two of my dream themes and I’m waiting on SPOOKY to go ahead and say we’re doing Beetle Juice they have it. They have been throwing out hints lately it’s coming. You guys are fantastic.
Thanks guys- that was interesting.......My top 10 dream list: 1.) NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS, 2.) DAZED AND CONFUSED, 3.) BLUES BROTHERS, 4.) GREMLINS, 5.) FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH, 6.) E.L.O, 7.) CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM (PRETTY PRETTY GOOD) 8.) LEGO 9.) BEAVIS & BUTTHEAD 10.) 420/HIGH TIMES
A Groundhog Day's theme has so much potential gameplay wise. Some themes I'd like to see: Legend of Zelda (Finally!), Halo, Castlevania, Team Fortress 2, Big Trouble in Little China.
Three Body Problem? Alien: Romulus? Sherlock Holmes (the Robert Downey, Jr. movies)? Rick & Morty? Seems like sci-fi IP's would have among the best rapport with potential players.
As a gen Z pinball player, I can’t think of a single friend of mine who WOULDNT give Pokemon a shot. Dunno how viable it is because it’s Nintendo, but I got really excited hearing that. I bet you could make it a really sophisticated game too, if you consider stuff like unique Pokemon, different items, Pokemon types, etc. Also really happy to see a non-rock musical machine on this list! Every rock band that currently has a machine deserves it, but I feel like that genre’s getting a little overused. Other ideas I have: Five Nights at Freddy’s (I know people who would kill to make this happen), Speed Racer, Titanic, Formula 1/Drive to Survive, maybe Barbie (would be a unique IP to pinball but maybe this doesn’t have as much appeal as Taylor Swift), and maybe My Chemical Romance (give it ten years and that’s gonna be the perfect pinball rock band). Great video!!!
Read through the comments and there are so many good IP's, many that would be on my list (5thE), but one I would like to toss in there that I didnt see, Tim Burton's 1996: Mars Attacks! A visual stunner, funny, great callouts and sounds, so many great and recognizable actors. The backglass and artwork alone would sell that pin.
Enjoyed that as always and you cant like everything but i would like Money heist / Casa de Papel Enter the Dragon / Bruce Lee Die Hard Terrahawks - The fact some of the main characters are round would really lend itself
The video was great, but you should disclose which Top ten themes mentioned have been licensed and by which pinball manufacturer. That would be interesting. Thanks guys
I wish OEM's would announce what the next game is before the reveal so I can save $ accordingly to spend it frivolously on new pins when nothing I want is on the horizon
Honestly Taylor Swift is a great idea, maybe not into pinball demographic but will definitely attract new people to the hobby, the only thing stopping it is probably the licence price, I could imagine it being pretty expensive.
I think they could do Cheech and Chong, Freddy vs Jason, Justice League (gets you Superman, Batman, wonderwoman, green lantern, plus’s all of thier main villains.)
Hey no worries, that's the fun of having your own personal dream themes. Hell, Greg and I would love to see a Duck Tales pinball machine, but we are not holding our breath. And Tremors absolutely would be damn cool.
I still think a Mega Man themed pinball would be awesome. Having robots be modes to begin with, if you complete a mode (beat a boss) you get its weapon you could use on other modes with middle button press. Then if you beat all modes you have your wily castle and battle wizard mode. For multiballs you can have Rush multiball, proto man mini multiball etc. I think it would work great!
1. Harry potter is correct at #1 2. Pokemon is the biggest IP you mentioned, both in sales and world popularity 3. Super Mario was made by Gottlieb 4. Toy Story doesn't count and if it does then Indiana Jones Destiny of Spear or more new Star Wars 5. DC Justice League should be in the top 5 on this list 6. Legend of Zelda would be dynamite as well, top ten for sure Would Beach Boys ever be worth a pin? Maybe too dated
Okay, I agree with the Harry Potter should be made, Back to the Future and Mario arguably have been done. But here's one to think about: Cats. (The stage musical, not the movie!) Think about it, the music is already written, the story is already there as you progress through modes ( The different musical numbers.) The first half way wizard mode, (The Jellicle Ball) the later second half musical numbers (modes) leading up to the final Wizard Mode (The Heavnside Layer/ The Addressing of Cats with huge sweaping bass and the final chours could be huge.) I mean, there are other tables (The Who's Tommy, and to a lesser extent Data East's Phantom of the Opera) Assuming you have a powerful sound system built into the table the progression almost writes itself as you'd move through the game.
Whew, I wouldn’t want to bring that to market when there are so many better themes that would sell better, but as a theatre fan sure we’d love to see it
**Top 10 Hottest Pinball Themes:** 1. **Harry Potter:** The video argues that Harry Potter is a no-brainer for pinball, citing its massive global popularity, appeal across age demographics, and the extensive source material that could be used for multiple pinball machines. 2. **Back to the Future:** This theme is praised for its nostalgic appeal, blend of sci-fi and fantasy, and the iconic characters and moments that would translate well to a pinball experience. 3. **Super Mario:** The video emphasizes the enduring popularity of Super Mario in the gaming world and its potential to attract both casual and hardcore pinball fans. 4. **Toy Story:** The video highlights the nostalgic value of Toy Story, the iconic characters and settings, and the potential for a multi-generational appeal. 5. **The Goonies:** This theme is praised for its blend of adventure, fantasy, and humor, as well as its enduring popularity among fans of classic films. 6. **The Matrix:** This theme is seen as a good fit for pinball due to its blend of sci-fi, action, and technology, and its potential to appeal to a nerdy audience. 7. **Top Gun:** This theme is considered a strong contender due to its nostalgic appeal, action-packed nature, and potential to resonate with a male-dominated pinball demographic. 8. **Pokemon:** This theme is considered a global powerhouse with a wide range of appeal, potentially bridging the gap between Western and Eastern pinball markets. 9. **Beetlejuice:** The video argues that the quirky humor, visual style, and potential for a "world under glass" experience make Beetlejuice a perfect fit for pinball. 10. **Taylor Swift:** This theme is considered a risky but potentially lucrative choice, appealing to a younger, female demographic and potentially expanding the pinball market. **Other Notable Themes Mentioned:** * The Legend of Zelda * Superman * Die Hard * Mickey Mouse * Rocky * Breaking Bad * Fight Club * National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation * Nirvana * Finding Nemo * Karate Kid * The Fifth Element * Aladdin * The Lion King * Monsters Inc * ET * Gremlins * The Lost Boys * Kill Bill * King Kong * Despicable Me * Beverly Hills Cop * Lord of the Rings * Reservoir Dogs * Caddyshack * Dumb and Dumber * Step Brothers * The Hangover * Groundhog Day
My dream theme would be Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. The Theme song, Monster Fights, Pick your Ranger, Megazord/Dragonzord toys and mechs. Might not be the biggest IP but I think it would be such a fun game to play ( if they can do TMNT a MMPR would work too )
I want a HACKERS movie (1996) pin. It'd be a perfect theme to adapt. Main theme of thwarting the bad guy/preventing catastrophe, but all of the hacking competition between Dade/Kate. All of the fun campy lines. It could be *awesome*.
Me and my girlfriend would love Harry Potter. As soon as that is announced I’m selling my KISS LE and getting whatever the highest edition is of Harry Potter.
Even before seeing the video : Mad Max Fury Road/Furiosa NEEDS to happen. As a designer for virtual pinballs I'm really thinking about it, but I already have way too much work on my current projects.
Worth a video for your Top 10 IPs that deserve a remake. BTTF would have been top of mine and looking forward to that later this year. *Edit - See it the #2 here, but I thought they made one already? Same with Super Mario?
I'd love something like a Yamato/Starblazers theme. Have the ship in the center and when you charge it up, have a " wave motion multiball" that shoots the balls out the front...
Fantastic video as usual guys! Our family loves watching your channel. We had a discussion after watching this about dream pinball themes. Some that were mentioned were Disney's Haunted Mansion, The Rocketeer, Blade Runner, and for a music pin Def Leppard. I of course picked the 80's cartoon classic Monchhichis and Driving Miss Daisy. The Acolyte is now a close third, but must include the power of many multiball. Have a great weekend everyone!
Thanks for the support Parky Fam! I (Zach) am a giant theme park Disney fan and Haunted Mansion (the ride, not the movie) would be a dream to me. Blade Runner I think is good as well and Greg loves some Def Leppard.
The Muppet Show would be one of the greatest worlds under glass. Soo many different modes, areas, characters, and show skits. The art would be totally amazing!
Love your channel and all your pinball knowledge/insight! I understand your argument for Toy Story, even though I disagree. But how’d Super Mario and Back to the Future make the list when each of those IPs already have a pin? Still a great show as always gentlemen. Keep up the good work!
I'm confused, there already was a Back to the Future table from data east/Sega back in 1990. Don't get me wrong, a new table would be wild..
I think Beetlejuice would be a homerun. So much of it lends itself to a pinball game: Sand Worms as the habitrails, Beetlejuice comes in three, so a Beetlejuice Multiball that shouts "It's Showtime!" as it activates. You can just imagine it. Another one I think would be great would be National Treasure!
Oooh National Treasure definitely a guilty pleasure we would get behind 100%
@@SDTM Someone has to steal the Declaration of Independence
Nice List!! Great Themes
Akira Katusuhiro Otomo
The Fifth Elementh
Futurama , Dragon Ball
Predator , Total Recall.....
The Fifth Element 😍
Beavis and butthead HAS to be made!!!!
G.I.Joe and Masters of the Universe, but my dream is Todd McFarlane SPAWN!
Awesome video
Thanks
Great video is always guys and glad to have so many videos recently. Great call on Toy Story as well!
Awesome guys. Thanks for all three of the latest vids! I’ll be pushing the go button on HP or BTTF with flipn out. Also would for Goonies, FiFtH eLEmENT 😮 , Die Hard
Hell yeah!!!!
The one theme I think the pinball community needs is a Superman
Solid pick nostalgia
Atari has one. They SUCK to fix though- I can do it, but I wouldn't necessarily request that job...
10 - 4:00 - Taylor Swift
9 - 7:10 - Beetlejuice
8 - 8:09 - Pokemon
7 - 9:59 - Top Gun
6 - 11:20 - The Matrix
5 - 12:19 - The Goonies
4 - 14:10 - Toy Story
3 - 16:42 - Super Mario
2 - 18:08 - Back To The Future
1 - 19:15 - Harry Potter
With Halloween season right around the corner; I'm surprised nobody has created a Vincent Price pinball machine.
...and, yes, a Beetlejuice machine would sell, sell, sell if done well.
Back to the future and Mario pinballs already exist no? Or am I wrong?
My choices would be
- Dragonball Z
- It
- Black Panther
- Formula 1 racing
- Dune
- Mad Max
- Donkey Kong
- Batman Forever
- James Bond Casino Royale
Great video guys
Mad Max would be interesting
I would get in debt for a Dune pinball machine
Awesome episode! What about a top ten pins to remake list?
My dream theme would be Gremlins. Hopefully one day it will happen 🤞🏼
I’ve got so many ideas in my head of cool features that could be incorporated into that game.
Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, madmax, breaking bad, a new Dredd, the southern river band, the wire. The themes I wish for.
Bill & Ted- phone box scoop starts the modes, collect the characters inserts, napoleon’s water ramp, ziggy pig bonus for hitting the ice cream sundae spinner. 69 is the match for a replay 🎸
I just heard them say 69 in my mind hahaha
Haunted Mansion (old school from the ride, not the movies) is an insta buy for me. Pink Floyd #2.
Nightmare before X-mas. I would be it yesterday. Great Music, great call outs. Jack Skeleton. WHAT IS THIS !! 👻💀☠️.
Buy
So damn great
This one would sell out immediately
The spice must flow..
Ride that worm
Goonies pin I would be all in , same for He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Also Predator would be great too see.
Everyone under 35 (and some over 35) loves Pokemon. If you want to capitalize on Millennials and Zoomers, make a Pokemon pin. EZ money, for home and on location.
*Misfits - Beware*
*Misfits - Legacy of Brutality - Premium*
*Misfits - Walk Among Us - LE*
I'm not a big fan of the franchise, but Five Nights at Freddy's could make for a good pinball machine and it has a dedicated fanbase
The Matrix, The Fifth Element, Predator, Die Hard, Home Alone (1 and 2), Mission Impossible, The Goonies, a Nintendo themed machine like Super Mario or Mario Kart, and Halo (Xbox, not the bad TV show).
Yes, we talk about Home Alone personally as a favorite we would love to see made. Predator would be great for pinball.
It's quite fun that I worked in the projects for 2 of thoses IP for original tables on VPX.
Someone on the EJ forum mentioned PRINCE. That would be a great one as well.
- An anime like Dragon Ball. It writes itselfs. Power up via loops, fights can be multiball or timed missions, "dragon balls" for extra balls or wizard mode , Super Saiyan for field multiplier,...
- Formula 1 : I am a fan of Indianopolis 500 and i would like to see a modern pinball take on F1.
- Doom: I always liked the lighting of the FX3 pinball and it would be great as a real physical pinball machine.
- With the World Cup Football in North America in 2026, i am expecting/hoping on a new football themed pinball machine.
- Cannonball Run
- It's always sunny in philadelphia. So much content and creativity is possible here.
I like the F1 idea.
You guys rock! Keep the videos coming! Also if they make a new LOTR I’ll buy it in a second and if Elwin makes Harry Potter I’d also buy that one as well!
Love the content fellas!
Top Gun over Matrix for me.
THUNDERCATS!
First Blood - Rambo
Get Smart! …could do some really cool stuff. Trap doors, phone booth, cone of silence, shoe phone, the car, so many gadgets to create a world under glass.
We’ve heard Get Smart a couple of times now. Interesting choice.
I'm biased, but I totally agree with Harry Potter 😁
:) We love your work. We are ready to flip it
My Top 3 in no particular order:
Gremlins (1&2)
Power Rangers (Green Ranger to White Ranger arc)
Mars Attacks
From Dusk Till Dawn and The Lost Boys. Great IP'S with kicking soundtracks to pull from as well. Help make it happen SDTM! 🦇
I wish I could act like Blues Brothers hasn’t been made
Poor Blues Brothers :(
There should be machines for Blues Brothers, Caddyshack, and Airplane!; the movies that made 1980 the best vintage for comedy movies.
Sonic The Hedgehog, Inside Out, Pee Wee’s Big Adventure, Dennis The Menace, The Mask, Mission Impossible.
Great ones. Sonic will be made :)
Pee Wee would be awesome and could have some great callouts like Large Marge!
Great video guys! Spot on!
lol. How did you watch a 30 min video that was posted 2 minutes ago? You are a magician.
@@chaddestroys LOL. I cheated and just skipped ahead to each of the top 10. Will watch the whole thing later.
Thanks buddy!
Nice list. I was gonna revolt if #1 didn't make the cut, but there it is. Like magic. Oh, and I'll chime in amd say Doom would be a dope metal horror theme. The music!
Bat Out of Hell / Meat Loaf would be an amazing machine. Meat Loaf Multiball!!
Fantastic picks! My favorite of yours is Beetlejuice. Holy crap, that would be an amazing table!
Can’t wait! I mean, yes it would be great!
agree with earlier posts….this top 10 list has at least 3 machines that have already had pinballs made! Thought it was supposed to be IPs that have never yet had a dedicated pin……using the same criteria we could go for another Rolling Stones machine (band still going after 60+ years) and the Venn diagram overlaps big time. Very surprised not to see Dune not make the top 10….hit movie that will soon be a trilogy and a true sci-fi classic!
It’s never been done and couldn’t be done today but The Dukes of Hazzard. I’m surprised it wasn’t made in the ‘80s with all the toys, clothes and anything in between that was made. I can see a ball jumping like the General Lee and a multiball like a car chase…
I never played it but even if it sucked, Back to the futur doesn’t fit in that list of ‘’ never been made’’. I would definitely like to see a new one though.
Superman is my favorite super hero, I don’t understand why no one has made a new one to compete with Stern’s Marvel line of pinballs.
Love your show, keep them coming.
Avatar the last air bender would be amazing. The elements would cross over well into pinball and it still has a big following and the new live action.
Van Halen
Taylor swift in the UK is supposed to add 1.3 Billion Pounds into the British economy this summer. Her pin would be a massive seller. I could sell the kids floor seats to the upcoming Indianapolis show to fund it! (From Barclays research report)
Hell yes! Keep going guys! 💪
Hell yeah
A Fletch or Fletch lives pin would be a no brainer seller across the world :)
Solid Picks.....as always.
Thanks bud
I would love to see Pokemon pinball machine. A pinball machine manufacturer could make 25 different versions of Pokemon pinball and all 25 versions would sell out. I could see Nintendo make a Pinball machine for each region [Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, Alola, Galar, Hisui, Paldea]. I could see Nintendo make exclusive Pinball machines that are based on some of the most popular Pokemon such as Pikachu, Charizard, Blastoise, Mewtwo and so on.
PEEWEE - Big Adventure OR Playhouse is a no brainer!
Big Trouble in Little China! Possible modes: Lords of Death street gang, Chang Sing vs Wing Kong, each of the Three Storms, Lopan wizard mode, secret mini wizard mode with that hairy sewer monster. Flying eye-guardian bash toy that pops up from the playfield? Egg Shen's Tour Bus multiball. And the call outs? Oh ho man that movie is LOADED with great one-liners. It's all in the reflexes!
Im adding these before i watch your list , meatloaf bat out of hell, dodgeball, rat race, christine, Talladega Nights, escape from NY, warriors
Back to The Future (it’s a no brainer, everybody wants this game)
Michael Jackson
Mad Max (Fury Road)
Akira
Batman The Animated Series
Dragon Ball Z
Nirvana (with an Unplugged mode where the playfield is only lit by led candles)
Transformers The Animated series
And my dream game: Evil Dead (1, 2 or 3 or a mix of all, anything would be awesome)
Batman animated series!
Guys you are on a roll absolutely love it.
You know and I know
BEETLE JUICE AND GOONIES WILL BE ABSOLUTELY HUGE. Both are two of my dream themes and I’m waiting on SPOOKY to go ahead and say we’re doing Beetle Juice they have it. They have been throwing out hints lately it’s coming.
You guys are fantastic.
Thanks guys- that was interesting.......My top 10 dream list: 1.) NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS, 2.) DAZED AND CONFUSED, 3.) BLUES BROTHERS, 4.) GREMLINS, 5.) FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH, 6.) E.L.O, 7.) CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM (PRETTY PRETTY GOOD) 8.) LEGO 9.) BEAVIS & BUTTHEAD 10.) 420/HIGH TIMES
Boy oh boy some awesome ones in there. Curb is my favorite show of all time (Zach)
A Groundhog Day's theme has so much potential gameplay wise. Some themes I'd like to see: Legend of Zelda (Finally!), Halo, Castlevania, Team Fortress 2, Big Trouble in Little China.
Good themes there
Ground hog day.. ball 1.. ball 1.. ball 1..
Three Body Problem? Alien: Romulus? Sherlock Holmes (the Robert Downey, Jr. movies)? Rick & Morty? Seems like sci-fi IP's would have among the best rapport with potential players.
As a gen Z pinball player, I can’t think of a single friend of mine who WOULDNT give Pokemon a shot. Dunno how viable it is because it’s Nintendo, but I got really excited hearing that. I bet you could make it a really sophisticated game too, if you consider stuff like unique Pokemon, different items, Pokemon types, etc.
Also really happy to see a non-rock musical machine on this list! Every rock band that currently has a machine deserves it, but I feel like that genre’s getting a little overused.
Other ideas I have: Five Nights at Freddy’s (I know people who would kill to make this happen), Speed Racer, Titanic, Formula 1/Drive to Survive, maybe Barbie (would be a unique IP to pinball but maybe this doesn’t have as much appeal as Taylor Swift), and maybe My Chemical Romance (give it ten years and that’s gonna be the perfect pinball rock band).
Great video!!!
How’d I miss this video 😢? Late to the party like Zach with Greg’s mom
A Karate Kid/Cobra Kai or a Die Hard machine would have me sold!!! I'd be stoked for these machines to be created
Read through the comments and there are so many good IP's, many that would be on my list (5thE), but one I would like to toss in there that I didnt see, Tim Burton's 1996:
Mars Attacks!
A visual stunner, funny, great callouts and sounds, so many great and recognizable actors. The backglass and artwork alone would sell that pin.
Enjoyed that as always and you cant like everything but i would like
Money heist / Casa de Papel
Enter the Dragon / Bruce Lee
Die Hard
Terrahawks - The fact some of the main characters are round would really lend itself
Fletch! Great Harold F. music, same with Beverly Hills Cop. Great 80s movies.
Maybe it's me being selfish, but I would love to see a Dragon Ball pinball. Wishful thinking. Great video, guys.
I think pokemon would test the waters better first, but there are a TON of Dragonball Z enthusiasts out there.
My dream Machine is Fifth Element. Harry Potter or Back to the Future would be insta-purchases.
Multi-Pass Multi-Ball
The video was great, but you should disclose which Top ten themes mentioned have been licensed and by which pinball manufacturer. That would be interesting. Thanks guys
Great show again 😃😃
Thank you again!
Sesame Street Classic. The right mix of nostalgia and appeal to a new generation, with endless scope for modes and ideas.
I would love that (Zach)
Great top ten!
Thanks
Luv it! Keep em coming my dudes!
I wish OEM's would announce what the next game is before the reveal so I can save $ accordingly to spend it frivolously on new pins when nothing I want is on the horizon
Pee-Wee's Playhouse. Saw would be cool too
Honestly Taylor Swift is a great idea, maybe not into pinball demographic but will definitely attract new people to the hobby, the only thing stopping it is probably the licence price, I could imagine it being pretty expensive.
I think they could do Cheech and Chong, Freddy vs Jason, Justice League (gets you Superman, Batman, wonderwoman, green lantern, plus’s all of thier main villains.)
There is a Cheech and Chong pinball
Most of the themes I’d want are for things almost no one else would want or even know about but I’m surprised a tremors pinball was never made
Hey no worries, that's the fun of having your own personal dream themes. Hell, Greg and I would love to see a Duck Tales pinball machine, but we are not holding our breath. And Tremors absolutely would be damn cool.
Put me down for the tremors wish list!
I was thinking the same thing: nobody else wants a Tom Waits or a Midnight Madness pinball machine.
Gottlieb made 2 Super Mario themed pinball machines back in the 90's. One was small, and the other was a more normal sized pinball machine.
And neither fully presented a physical immersive world of Mario as it deserves
Yes they did, they feature pipes, castles, turtles, etc. A modern version would be great with a nice video mode.
I still think a Mega Man themed pinball would be awesome.
Having robots be modes to begin with, if you complete a mode (beat a boss) you get its weapon you could use on other modes with middle button press.
Then if you beat all modes you have your wily castle and battle wizard mode.
For multiballs you can have Rush multiball, proto man mini multiball etc.
I think it would work great!
1. Harry potter is correct at #1
2. Pokemon is the biggest IP you mentioned, both in sales and world popularity
3. Super Mario was made by Gottlieb
4. Toy Story doesn't count and if it does then Indiana Jones Destiny of Spear or more new Star Wars
5. DC Justice League should be in the top 5 on this list
6. Legend of Zelda would be dynamite as well, top ten for sure
Would Beach Boys ever be worth a pin? Maybe too dated
I secretly love The Beach Boys haha
I would love a "The Warriors or a Knights Tale".
Okay, I agree with the Harry Potter should be made, Back to the Future and Mario arguably have been done. But here's one to think about:
Cats. (The stage musical, not the movie!)
Think about it, the music is already written, the story is already there as you progress through modes ( The different musical numbers.) The first half way wizard mode, (The Jellicle Ball) the later second half musical numbers (modes) leading up to the final Wizard Mode (The Heavnside Layer/ The Addressing of Cats with huge sweaping bass and the final chours could be huge.) I mean, there are other tables (The Who's Tommy, and to a lesser extent Data East's Phantom of the Opera) Assuming you have a powerful sound system built into the table the progression almost writes itself as you'd move through the game.
Whew, I wouldn’t want to bring that to market when there are so many better themes that would sell better, but as a theatre fan sure we’d love to see it
Great list. BTTF, Mario, HP would all be great. A Lego pin would do well.
Ooooh Lego absolutely
You can buy a Super Mario pinball machines right now. It came out decades ago.
The LOST BOYS would be dope!
**Top 10 Hottest Pinball Themes:**
1. **Harry Potter:** The video argues that Harry Potter is a no-brainer for pinball, citing its massive global popularity, appeal across age demographics, and the extensive source material that could be used for multiple pinball machines.
2. **Back to the Future:** This theme is praised for its nostalgic appeal, blend of sci-fi and fantasy, and the iconic characters and moments that would translate well to a pinball experience.
3. **Super Mario:** The video emphasizes the enduring popularity of Super Mario in the gaming world and its potential to attract both casual and hardcore pinball fans.
4. **Toy Story:** The video highlights the nostalgic value of Toy Story, the iconic characters and settings, and the potential for a multi-generational appeal.
5. **The Goonies:** This theme is praised for its blend of adventure, fantasy, and humor, as well as its enduring popularity among fans of classic films.
6. **The Matrix:** This theme is seen as a good fit for pinball due to its blend of sci-fi, action, and technology, and its potential to appeal to a nerdy audience.
7. **Top Gun:** This theme is considered a strong contender due to its nostalgic appeal, action-packed nature, and potential to resonate with a male-dominated pinball demographic.
8. **Pokemon:** This theme is considered a global powerhouse with a wide range of appeal, potentially bridging the gap between Western and Eastern pinball markets.
9. **Beetlejuice:** The video argues that the quirky humor, visual style, and potential for a "world under glass" experience make Beetlejuice a perfect fit for pinball.
10. **Taylor Swift:** This theme is considered a risky but potentially lucrative choice, appealing to a younger, female demographic and potentially expanding the pinball market.
**Other Notable Themes Mentioned:**
* The Legend of Zelda
* Superman
* Die Hard
* Mickey Mouse
* Rocky
* Breaking Bad
* Fight Club
* National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
* Nirvana
* Finding Nemo
* Karate Kid
* The Fifth Element
* Aladdin
* The Lion King
* Monsters Inc
* ET
* Gremlins
* The Lost Boys
* Kill Bill
* King Kong
* Despicable Me
* Beverly Hills Cop
* Lord of the Rings
* Reservoir Dogs
* Caddyshack
* Dumb and Dumber
* Step Brothers
* The Hangover
* Groundhog Day
Thank you AI, nicely done
Brady Bunch
What an annoying comment to come up in the auto-display
NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD, all black and white cab except for neon green accents. Hot fire
My dream theme would be Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. The Theme song, Monster Fights, Pick your Ranger, Megazord/Dragonzord toys and mechs. Might not be the biggest IP but I think it would be such a fun game to play ( if they can do TMNT a MMPR would work too )
That’s pretty good indeed.
Ay yie yie yie yie
Run Dmc/ beastie boys, the world needs a hip hop pin, to even out all the rock
It would be subject to Sabotage.
Agree. Not my first choice of hip hop but beastie would do good
I want an Idiocracy table. Someday I'm going to make a custom one. SO many good callouts.
I buy Taylor Swift day 0. Also what about LEGO could that be a pinball machine? Nice list though.
*Blood In Blood Out* movie pinball. So many memorable quotes. Just saying 😂
I want a HACKERS movie (1996) pin. It'd be a perfect theme to adapt. Main theme of thwarting the bad guy/preventing catastrophe, but all of the hacking competition between Dade/Kate. All of the fun campy lines. It could be *awesome*.
Me and my girlfriend would love Harry Potter. As soon as that is announced I’m selling my KISS LE and getting whatever the highest edition is of Harry Potter.
This was a fun show. I’ll take five, please.
More coming
Good thorough list but I’m partial to Conan and Pee Wee big adventure (:
Peewee would be damn greatness!
Iron eagle,fraggle rock,toby keith,something patriotic,jimmy buffet,alice in chains
3 stooges - Pinball slaps
THE THREE STOOGES
Even before seeing the video : Mad Max Fury Road/Furiosa NEEDS to happen.
As a designer for virtual pinballs I'm really thinking about it, but I already have way too much work on my current projects.
Great to hear! Yeah many people would love to see a Mad Max machine for sure.
Since you guys did a top ten ip you should do top ten non ip. That would be hard but would save manufacturers $$.
Worth a video for your Top 10 IPs that deserve a remake. BTTF would have been top of mine and looking forward to that later this year.
*Edit - See it the #2 here, but I thought they made one already? Same with Super Mario?
Mythbusters would be sweet. A goal would be to gather enough dynamite to fill the concrete truck, or something to do with buster.
I'd love something like a Yamato/Starblazers theme. Have the ship in the center and when you charge it up, have a " wave motion multiball" that shoots the balls out the front...
Fantastic video as usual guys! Our family loves watching your channel. We had a discussion after watching this about dream pinball themes. Some that were mentioned were Disney's Haunted Mansion, The Rocketeer, Blade Runner, and for a music pin Def Leppard. I of course picked the 80's cartoon classic Monchhichis and Driving Miss Daisy. The Acolyte is now a close third, but must include the power of many multiball. Have a great weekend everyone!
Thanks for the support Parky Fam! I (Zach) am a giant theme park Disney fan and Haunted Mansion (the ride, not the movie) would be a dream to me. Blade Runner I think is good as well and Greg loves some Def Leppard.
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The moment a modern Mario is made I’ll buy the top tier from flip n out. I’d probably get Pokémon too if it was the original journey.
Deal! Damn it would be so great.